Wausau public meetings in 2021

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a distribution center at 9913/9915 Innovation Way and on amending off-street parking and traffic circulation rules. The commission may vote on both items, along with approving prior meeting minutes.

• Conditional use for distribution center at 9913/9915 Innovation Way (Badger Liquor Company Inc.) in MI Medium Industrial district
• Amendment to Section 23.06.06 Off-street parking and traffic circulation
• Approve minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to amend Section 23.06.06 on off-street parking and traffic circulation, a change tied to parking at the airport that would allow a maximum of ten days. The item goes to the Common Council on January 11, 2022. A conditional use request for a distribution center at 9913 / 9915 Innovation Way in a Medium Industrial district was the subject of a public hearing but drew no discussion and no vote; staff said it will return to the commission next month. The commission also approved its November 16, 2021 minutes 6-0 and adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Amended Section 23.06.06 Off-street parking and traffic circulation, with a ten-day maximum parking allowance (7-0); goes to Common Council January 11, 2022
• Held public hearing on conditional use for a distribution center at 9913 / 9915 Innovation Way (MI, Medium Industrial); no discussion, no vote, expected back next month
• Adjourned at 5:10 p.m. (7-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider approval or denial of various license applications, review the Fire Department's November 2021 operations report, and discuss tavern activities, compliance checks, and law enforcement activities. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and communications.

• License application approvals/denials
• Fire Department November 2021 operations report
• Tavern activities and compliance checks discussion
• Law enforcement activities update

The committee approved an operator license for Chris Summerfield over a staff recommendation for denial. Other license applications were handled as recommended by staff. The committee also received reports from the Fire Department and Police Chief.

• Approved minutes from 11/15/21 (5-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended by staff, excluding Chris Summerfield (5-0)
• Approved Operator License for Chris Summerfield (4-1)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to decide on a range of items, including the 2022 comprehensive fee schedule, a rezoning for commercial storage and residential use, and preliminary resolutions for special assessments on alley paving and street construction projects. The agenda also includes several contracts and agreements, such as animal impoundment services and sewage treatment, plus a resolution to hire special counsel for an ethics complaint against an alderperson.

• Preliminary resolutions for 2022 alley paving and street construction special assessments
• Rezoning 710 Grant Street from TF-10 to PUD for commercial storage and residential use
• 2022 Comprehensive Fee Schedule modification (approved 4-1)
• Lease agreement with Seth Carlson for property at 180 E. Wausau Avenue
• Resolution to hire special counsel for Ethics Board complaint against Alderperson Debra Ryan

The Council approved modifications to the city's fees and licenses schedule and authorized the hiring of special counsel for an Ethics Board complaint. Several personnel and zoning items were passed, while a proposal for one-time compensation for non-represented employees was referred back to committee.

• Approved 2022 Comprehensive Fees Schedule modifications (8-3)
• Approved hiring special counsel for Ethics Board complaint against Alderperson Debra Ryan (9-1)
• Referred one-time lump sum compensation for non-represented employees back to HR Committee (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of 710 Grant Street to Planned Unit Development (11-0)
• Approved annexation of territory from Town of Stettin (11-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Seth Carson for 180 E. Wausau Avenue (10-1)
• Approved separation agreement for Bus Operator II Jon Rothmeyer (11-0)
• Approved application for Safe Drinking Water Loan Program funds (11-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider routine approvals and open proposals for several city contracts, including a corrosion control treatment study, towing services, and equipment for tri-axle trucks. They will also review a pay estimate for the wastewater treatment facility improvement project.

• Open proposals for Professional Engineering Qualifications for a Demonstrative Corrosion Control Treatment Study
• Open proposals for towing services
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #17
• Recommend purchase of dump body, V box, plow, wing, and hydraulic system for tri-axle chassis
• Recommend purchase of hydraulic hook-lift mechanism for tri-axle chassis

The Board of Public Works approved Pay Estimate #17 of $3,979,593.53 to Miron Construction for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. It also approved buying dump body, V box, plow, wing, and hydraulic system from Truck Equipment Inc. for $335,488, and a hydraulic hook-lift mechanism from Monroe Truck Equipment for $86,608. Proposals for a corrosion control treatment study and for towing services were opened but sent for review, with recommendations to come back later.

• Approved Pay Estimate #17 to Miron Construction for $3,979,593.53 (passed)
• Approved purchase of dump body, V box, plow, wing, and hydraulic system from Truck Equipment Inc. for $335,488 (passed)
• Approved purchase of hydraulic hook-lift mechanism from Monroe Truck Equipment for $86,608 (passed)
• Approved minutes of the December 7, 2021 meeting (passed)
• Opened engineering proposals for corrosion control treatment study; review and recommendation to follow
• Opened three towing service proposals from Joe Rader; review and recommendation to follow

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will consider and possibly act on increasing firefighter staffing levels, establishing a longevity program for non-represented employees, and creating a budget for discretionary performance incentives. The agenda also includes approval of the November minutes and the HR report for November. These items follow prior discussions on hiring and retention, including a one-time lump sum bonus and vacation accrual changes.

• Discussion and possible action approving an increase of firefighter staffing levels
• Discussion and possible action establishing a longevity program for non-represented employees
• Discussion and possible action establishing a budget for discretionary performance incentives
• Approval of 11/8/2021 minutes
• Human Resources Report for November

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will hear a UW-Madison student presentation on design alternatives for the Grand Avenue, 6th Street, and Forest Street intersection, and discuss the Director's Report covering environmental work, construction, operations, and funding. The committee will also consider consent agenda items including preliminary resolutions for 2022 street and alley paving projects, and take possible action on parking restrictions on Strowbridge Street, Fulton Street, and a speed limit in an alley.

• Presentation on Grand Avenue, 6th Street, and Forest Street intersection design alternatives by UW Madison students
• Preliminary resolution for 2022 Street Construction Projects
• Preliminary resolution for 2022 Alley Paving Projects
• Possible action on no parking on south side of Strowbridge Street from 1st Avenue to 2nd Avenue
• Possible action on parking restrictions in 600 block of Fulton Street

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved its consent agenda, including the 2022 Street Construction Projects and 2022 Alley Paving Projects preliminary resolutions, on a 3-0 vote. It also approved no parking on the south side of Strowbridge Street from 1st Avenue to 2nd Avenue from November 1 to April 1, and parking changes in the 600 block of Fulton Street, both 3-0. Action on the speed limit in the alley between 6th and 7th Avenues bordered by Oak and Cedar Streets was deferred after data showed average speeds around 9 MPH, below the state's 15 MPH alley limit. UW Madison students presented Grand Avenue, 6th Street and Forest Street intersection design alternatives; no action was taken on that item.

• Approved consent agenda, including 2022 Street Construction Projects and 2022 Alley Paving Projects preliminary resolutions (3-0)
• Approved no parking on south side of Strowbridge Street from 1st Avenue to 2nd Avenue, November 1 to April 1 (3-0)
• Approved parking restriction changes in the 600 block of Fulton Street (3-0)
• Deferred action on speed limit in alley between 6th Avenue and 7th Avenue bordered by Oak Street and Cedar Street
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 5:50 p.m. (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider three resolutions: approving Gorman & Company's proposal to redevelop the former Westside Battery and L&S Printing properties into a 50-unit affordable housing complex, consenting to a mortgage for the Plaza Hotel development, and designating public depositories. The Gorman item includes a Planning Option Agreement for a 12-month due diligence period. The other items are routine administrative actions.

• Resolution approving Gorman & Company proposal for 50-unit affordable housing at 415 S. 1st Avenue
• Planning Option Agreement with Gorman & Company for 12-month due diligence
• Resolution consenting to mortgage of Plaza Hotel property to GreenState Credit Union
• Resolution designating public depositories for city funds

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider a resolution approving a proposal by Gorman & Company, LLC for the redevelopment of the former Westside Battery and L & S Printing properties at 415 S. 1st Avenue, along with a Planning Option Agreement. The council will also vote on granting consent for RJ Elm Properties, LLC to mortgage the Plaza Hotel Multifamily Phase I property to GreenState Credit Union, and on designating public depositories. These items are pending and will be decided at the meeting.

• Resolution approving Gorman & Company, LLC proposal for redevelopment of 415 S. 1st Avenue (former Westside Battery and L & S Printing)
• Resolution granting consent to RJ Elm Properties, LLC to mortgage Plaza Hotel Multifamily Phase I property to GreenState Credit Union
• Resolution designating public depositories and authorizing withdrawal of county, city, village, town, or school district monies

The Common Council approved a redevelopment proposal and planning option agreement with Gorman & Company, LLC for properties at 415 S. 1st Avenue. The council also granted mortgage consent for the Colors (Plaza Hotel) Multifamily Phase I project and designated public depositories.

• Approved Gorman & Company, LLC proposal and Planning Option Agreement for 415 S. 1st Avenue (10-0)
• Approved mortgage consent for RJ Elm Properties, LLC regarding Colors (Plaza Hotel) Multifamily Phase I Development Agreement (10-0)
• Approved designation of Public Depositories and authorization for withdrawal of public monies (10-0)
• Suspended Rule 6(B) Filing and 12(A) Referral of Resolutions (10-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider several development-related items, including a lease agreement for Wausau Bike Polo, consent for a mortgage on the Plaza Hotel project, and a planning option agreement for the Westside Battery site. They will also discuss reprioritizing development efforts from Riverlife to the mall redevelopment site, and hold a closed session on related negotiations.

• Lease agreement for 180 E Wausau to Seth Carlson for Wausau Bike Polo
• Consent to mortgage Plaza Hotel Multifamily Phase I property to GreenState Credit Union
• Planning Option Agreement with Gorman & Co for Westside Battery site (415 S 1st Ave)
• Reprioritization of development from Riverlife to mall redevelopment site
• Closed session for property purchase negotiations

The Economic Development Committee approved a lease for Wausau Bike Polo at 180 E. Wausau Avenue, consented to a mortgage for the Lokre (Plaza Hotel) multifamily project, and approved a planning option agreement with Gorman & Co for the Westside Battery site at 415 S. 1st Ave, contingent on Common Council approval of Gorman as developer. After a closed session, the committee voted 4-1 to grant T Wall Enterprises' request to begin the mall redevelopment project first, while reserving a planning option agreement for Riverlife site access for 3 months, to be fulfilled on March 1, 2022, with a development agreement expected within 60 days after that. Kilian cast the dissenting vote.

• Approved minutes from 11/10/2021 (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement for 180 E. Wausau to Seth Carlson on behalf of Wausau Bike Polo (unanimous)
• Approved consent for RJ Elm Properties, LLC to mortgage the Lokre (Plaza Hotel) Multifamily Phase I property to GreenState Credit Union (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Option Agreement with Gorman & Co for Westside Battery site at 415 S. 1st Ave, contingent on Common Council approval of Gorman as developer (unanimous)
• Voted to enter closed session on T Wall Riverfront and mall developments (5-0)
• Granted T Wall Enterprises' request to begin the mall project first, reserving a planning option agreement for Riverlife site access for 3 months to be fulfilled on March 1, 2022, with a development agreement expected within 60 days after (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and possibly act on several items, including moving forward with a solar array and landscaping plan for the new drinking water treatment facility, purchasing pipe and fittings for 2022 projects, and approving agreements for low-income water assistance and lead service line replacement funding. The meeting also includes routine reports on utility operations and staff introductions.

• Discussion and possible action on PIM results for proposed solar project and design of solar array and landscaping at 1010 Bugbee Ave.
• Sole source request to purchase pipe and fittings immediately for 2022 projects due to material delays and price increases.
• Water Utility Vendor Agreement with DOA for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).
• Recommendation to purchase a Tool Cat utility vehicle, hydrated lime, sodium silicate, sodium hypochlorite, and a forklift (Octane recommended).
• Resolution designating Director of Public Works & Utilities or Water Superintendent to apply for private lead service line replacement funding.

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved minutes from October 14 and November 2, 2021, and moved forward on several items. It approved additional geotechnical studies, a workgroup, and a pro-forma reevaluation for a proposed solar array at the new drinking water treatment facility, 5-0. The commission also approved sole-source pipe and fittings purchases, participation in the LIHWAP low-income water assistance program, and purchases of a utility vehicle, chemicals, and a forklift, all 5-0. No action was taken on purchasing an existing wastewater standby generator because no proposal was received.

• Approved minutes of October 14 and November 2, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Approved additional geotechnical studies, a workgroup, and ARPA pro-forma reevaluation for solar array planning (5-0)
• Approved sole-source purchase of pipe and fittings, with staff to seek quotes first (5-0)
• Approved participation in the LIHWAP low-income water assistance program (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a Tool Cat type utility vehicle (5-0)
• Approved purchase of hydrated lime, sodium silicate, and sodium hypochlorite for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of an Octane forklift (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendation on private-side lead service line replacement funding (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine approvals including meeting minutes, contractor pay estimates, and change orders. They will also open proposals for dump body and hook-lift equipment for tri-axle chassis, and discuss a draw request related to mall demolition and reconstruction.

• Open proposals for dump body, V Box, plow, wing, and hydraulic system for tri axel chassis
• Open proposals for hydraulic hook-lift mechanism for tri axel chassis
• Discussion on Draw Request #4 for mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement
• Change Order #1 for 2021 Street Construction Project C (Steen Construction)
• Final payments for 2021 Asphalt Patching, Pavement Marking, Fulton Street Extension, and 2020 Street Project A

The Board approved several construction pay estimates and final payments, including a large payment for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility. Proposals for truck equipment and a hook-lift mechanism were opened but not yet decided.

• Approved Drinking Water Treatment Facility Pay Estimate #15 for $1,063,527.12
• Approved Draw Request #4 for mall demolition and reconstruction for $86,693.97
• Approved Steen Construction Change Order #1 for $550
• Approved Steen Construction Pay Estimate #2 for McIntosh Street for $175,444.68
• Approved final payment to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for $13,729.36
• Approved final payment to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for $4,345.46
• Approved final payment to Haas Sons, Inc. for Fulton Street Extension for $5,000
• Approved final payment to Haas Sons, Inc. for Kickbusch Street Project for $10,000

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will consider donating park land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park and approving revisions to park naming guidelines and sponsorship policies. The committee will also receive updates on parks, the dog park, Riverside Park testing, and an urban forestry grant. Future agenda items include a kayak launch update and the 2022 work plan.

• Donation of park land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park
• Revisions to Park Naming Guidelines and Criteria and Sponsorship Policy
• Urban Forestry Grant Award update
• Riverside Park Testing Update
• Dog Park Committee Update

The Wausau Park and Recreation Committee approved minutes from the previous meeting, declined an offer of park land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park while offering forestry assistance to the homeowners, and approved revised park naming guidelines and a sponsorship policy. The committee also received updates on Sylvan Hill, the Dog Park Committee, Riverside Park testing, and an urban forestry grant award.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes with a wording change (4-0)
• Declined offer of land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park and offered City Forester assistance (4-0)
• Approved revised Park Naming Guidelines and Criteria and Sponsorship Policy for Parks and Park Facilities (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:05 pm (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine items including approving minutes, opening proposals for a Tool Cat utility vehicle for the Water Department, opening bids for water utility chemicals, and issuing paving licenses to InterCon Construction Inc. All items are for consideration and may be acted upon.

• Approve minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting
• Open proposals for Tool Cat Type Utility Vehicle for Water Department
• Open bids for chemicals for Water Utility
• Portland Cement Concrete License for InterCon Construction Inc.
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License for InterCon Construction Inc.

The Board of Public Works approved Change Order #2 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, increasing the Miron Construction contract by $28,835.95. It also approved two concrete licenses for InterCon Construction Inc. and the minutes of the November 9, 2021 meeting. Bids and a proposal for Water Department purchases were opened but no awards were made; staff will review and recommend to the Water Commission.

• Approved Change Order #2 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility, adding $28,835.95 to Miron Construction contract
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for InterCon Construction Inc.
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for InterCon Construction Inc.
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2021 meeting
• Opened sole Tool Cat utility vehicle proposal from Swiderski at $84,491; no award, staff to recommend to Water Commission
• Opened chemical bids for the Water Utility; no award, staff to recommend to Water Commission

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 city budget and property tax levy, rezone property at 415 South 1st Avenue for a 50-unit apartment building, and consider several other resolutions and ordinances. The agenda includes items on redistricting, engineering services, and various approvals.

• Resolution adopting the 2022 City of Wausau Budget and General Property Tax (approved 4-0)
• Ordinance rezoning 415 South 1st Avenue to Planned Unit Development for a 50-unit apartment building (approved 6-0)
• Resolution opposing Wisconsin Assembly Bill 610 and Senate Bill 630 (approved 4-0)
• Resolution approving a bicycle-pedestrian trail easement with Aspirus Buildings, Inc. at 902 North 3rd Street (approved 4-1)
• Ordinance redistricting aldermanic districts and wards (pending)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on the 2022 fee schedule, several animal impoundment and humane officer service agreements, an engineering consulting contract, and employee handbook and pay changes. The agenda includes both routine approvals and policy decisions affecting city services and staff.

• 2022 fee schedule
• Animal impoundment services agreement with Humane Society of Marathon County (Jan 1-Dec 31, 2022)
• Intergovernmental Humane Officer Services Agreement with Everest Metropolitan Police Department (2022)
• Municipality Held for Cause Services Agreement with Humane Society of Marathon County (2022-2023)
• Master Agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson for engineering consulting services

The Finance Committee approved a one-time $1,000 lump sum bonus for designated non-represented employees, funded by 2020 carryover surplus funds, with an estimated $87,000 impact to the general fund. The committee also approved three animal services contracts with the Humane Society of Marathon County and Everest Metropolitan Police Department, a Master Agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson for engineering consulting, the 2022 fee schedule, and amendments to the employee handbook vacation policy and part-time/seasonal pay schedule. The committee directed staff to revise the bonus resolution's wording before it goes to Council in December, and discussed considering hazard pay and a longevity plan separately at future meetings. The minutes of the previous meeting were not acted on after Deb Ryan objected to their content.

• Approved $1,000 one-time lump sum bonus for designated non-represented employees (3-2; Watson and Ryan dissenting)
• Approved renewal of Humane Society of Marathon County animal impoundment/care contract for 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Humane Society animal impoundment services agreement for non-dog strays for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Intergovernmental Humane Officer Services Agreement with Everest Metropolitan Police Department for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Master Agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson for engineering consulting services (5-0)
• Approved 2022 fee schedule (4-1; Ryan dissenting)
• Approved amendment to Employee Handbook 8.04 – Vacation as recommended by HR Committee (4-1; Ryan dissenting)
• Approved amendment to Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal Pay Schedule (4-1; Ryan dissenting)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole and Wausau Water Works Commission are holding a public information meeting to discuss a proposed solar array project for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility at 1010 Bugbee Ave. Presentations will be given by RENEW and Clark Dietz on solar array options and cost impacts. No formal action will be taken; public comments will be collected and presented to the Water Works Commission on December 7, 2021.

• Presentation by RENEW on solar energy
• Clark Dietz presents solar array options and cost impacts
• Public comment period on proposed solar array at 1010 Bugbee Ave
• Written comments accepted via [email protected] until Dec 7

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee is holding a work session to discuss greenhouse gas emissions, past City resolutions, and future direction for SEEC activities. They will also discuss a letter of recommendation from SEEC members regarding 1300 Cleveland Avenue. No formal action is expected on these items, as they are work sessions.

• Work session on greenhouse gas emissions and future SEEC direction
• Discussion of letter of recommendation regarding 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Approval of minutes from September 22 and October 28, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and several zoning code amendments. The body will also discuss a conditional use permit for vehicle component assembly and a land annexation petition.

• Rezoning 415 South 1st Avenue for a 50-unit multi-family apartment building
• Rezoning 710 Grant Street for commercial storage and residential use
• Conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street for Seagrave Fire Apparatus LLC
• Amendments to seven sections of the zoning code including definitions and public hearing notices
• Annexation petition for Grube (076-2907-284-0004, Town of Stettin)

The Plan Commission approved rezoning 415 South 1st Avenue from Urban Mixed-Use to Planned Unit Development and a general development plan for a 50-unit apartment building proposed by Gorman and Company on the former West Side Battery site; it goes to Common Council on November 23, 2021. The Commission also approved rezoning 710 Grant Street to PUD for commercial storage and residential use, and approved a set of zoning code amendments. It approved a conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street for assembly of transportation vehicle components and an annexation petition for a property in the Town of Stettin. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Approved rezoning 415 South 1st Avenue from UMU to PUD and general development plan for a 50-unit apartment building (6-0); to Common Council Nov 23, 2021
• Approved rezoning 710 Grant Street from TF-10 to PUD and general development plan for commercial storage and residential use (6-0); to Common Council Dec 14, 2021
• Approved amendments to seven zoning code sections, including definitions, notice of public hearings, and PUD review procedure (6-0); to Common Council Dec 14, 2021
• Approved conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street for assembly of transportation vehicle components in MI district, with conditions on indoor operations and paved employee parking (6-0)
• Approved annexation petition for Grube property (076-2907-284-0004, Town of Stettin) (6-0); to Common Council Dec 14, 2021
• Approved minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned at 5:30 p.m. (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several public works items, including change orders for the wastewater treatment facility, a recommendation to purchase two tri-axle trucks, a contract extension for the 2021 Street Construction Project B, and a pay estimate for that project. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on claims, then reconvene to act on any closed session items if necessary.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #12 and #13
• Purchase of two tri-axle trucks for Department of Public Works (proposals opened Nov. 2, 2021)
• Contract extension with Haas Sons, Inc. for 2021 Street Construction Project B
• 2021 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Pay Estimate #5
• Closed session to deliberate on claims (Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g))

The Board of Public Works approved Change Orders #12 and #13 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, totaling $157,015.42, and approved the purchase of two tri-axle trucks from Mid State Truck for $229,352 plus any later surcharges. It accepted the 2021 Street Construction Project B as timely completed and approved the final pay estimate of $147,338.76 to Haas Sons, Inc. In closed session it approved one claim of $400 and denied two claims totaling $65,960.18.

• Approved Change Order #12 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, $61,483.20
• Approved Change Order #13 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, $96,532.22
• Approved purchase of two tri-axle trucks from Mid State Truck for $229,352, plus any unforeseen surcharges
• Accepted 2021 Street Construction Project B (South 5th Avenue and Rosecrans Street) as timely completion
• Approved Pay Estimate #5 to Haas Sons, Inc. for $147,338.76 (final payment less $2,500 retainage)
• Approved claim of Adam Scheffler for $400
• Denied claim of Lori and Jim Fish for $35,544
• Denied subrogated claim of Travelers for Van Ert Electric for $30,416.18

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss the proposal to hire nine more Firefighter/Paramedics. The body will also review license applications and a specific liquor license for 6th Street Pub.

• Proposal to hire nine additional Firefighter/Paramedics
• Review of Class “B” Beer & Liquor License for Allen Woller, d/b/a 6th Street Pub at 2002 N. 6th Street
• Approval or denial of various license applications
• October 2021 Fire Department Operations Report

The Public Health & Safety Committee voted 3-0 to recommend continuing the process to add nine Firefighter/Paramedics, forwarding the matter to the Human Resources and Finance Committees. It also voted 3-0 to accept the voluntary surrender of the Class B Beer & Liquor license for 6th Street Pub at 2002 N. 6th Street and withdraw the previously recommended revocation. Licenses for Festival Foods and A Taste of Jamaica & International Market were approved 3-0 as recommended by staff. The Fire Department's October operations report and a tavern compliance report were placed on file.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (10/18/21 & 11/01/21) (3-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended by staff, including Class A Beer & Liquor for Skogen's Foodliner, Inc., dba Festival Foods, and Class B Beer & Class C Wine for A Taste of Jamaica & International Market, LLC (3-0)
• Accepted voluntary surrender of Class B Beer & Liquor license for Allen Woller, d/b/a 6th Street Pub, 2002 N. 6th Street, and withdrew the revocation (3-0)
• Recommended to the Human Resources and Finance Committees to continue the process to add nine Firefighter/Paramedics (3-0)
• Placed Fire Department October 2021 operations report on file
• Adjourned at 6:13 pm (unanimous)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss infrastructure projects and land use. The body is deciding on easements for pedestrian paths and a petition for annexation.

• Easement with Aspirus Buildings, Inc. for bike/pedestrian path at 905 North 2nd Street
• Easement with Third Street Holdings, LLC for bike/pedestrian path at 151 McIndoe Street
• Petition for annexation - Grube (Town of Stettin)
• Resolution to vacate unpaved alley bounded by Bertha Street, Lake View Drive, Mount View Drive, and Elmwood Boulevard
• Discussion on 28th Avenue corridor from Pine Ridge Boulevard to West Wausau Avenue

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved consent items, a property annexation petition, and an Assessor's Plat for Torney Avenue. The committee also directed staff to work with stakeholders on a 2022 downtown parklet plan and authorized downsizing the 28th Avenue corridor to a two-lane road on the Official City Map.

• Approved consent agenda items (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved petition for annexation for Grube at 076-2907-284-0004 from the Town of Stettin (5-0)
• Approved creating an Assessor's Plat for 901 Townline Road, 1309 Torney Avenue, 1315 Torney Avenue, and 1321 Torney Avenue (5-0)
• Agreed by consensus to direct staff to meet with stakeholders and develop a 2022 downtown parklet plan
• Directed staff to protect the 28th Avenue corridor and work with professionals to downsize it to a two-lane road (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 6:05 p.m. (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially take action on proposals received for the Westside Battery RFP. A portion of the meeting will be held in closed session to deliberate on these development proposals.

• Discussion and possible action on Westside Battery RFP proposals

The Economic Development Committee approved the development proposal from Gorman for the Westside Battery RFP. The decision followed a closed session to deliberate on the received proposals.

• Approved minutes from 11/2/2021 (5-0)
• Approved Gorman's proposal for Westside Battery RFP and directed staff to execute process steps (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is conducting a public hearing on the proposed 2022 City of Wausau Budget. The body is also deciding on street construction assessments and development agreements.

• Public Hearing: Proposed 2022 City of Wausau Budget
• Special assessments for 2021 street construction on 3rd Avenue from Randolph Street to Bos Creek Drive
• Fourth Amendment to Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement – Phase III
• Flood Emergency Action Plan for the Hollow Neighborhood
• Budget modification for Public Works Sign Shop

The Wausau Common Council approved a fourth amendment to the Blenker River East Brownstones development agreement (10-1) and a 2021 budget modification for the Public Works Sign Shop (10-1). It also adopted the consent agenda (11-0), including a 2021 street assessment resolution, the city's first poet laureate appointment, and a flood emergency action plan. A motion to discuss a state Neighborhood Investment Fund grant application failed 4-7, so the item was not taken up. A public hearing on the proposed 2022 city budget drew no public testimony.

• Approved Fourth Amendment to Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement Phase III (10-1)
• Approved 2021 budget modification for Public Works Sign Shop (10-1)
• Adopted consent agenda (11-0), including 2021 street assessment resolution, poet laureate appointment, flood emergency action plan, and licenses
• Failed motion to discuss Neighborhood Investment Fund grant application (4-7)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 8:08 p.m.

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on the 2022 city budget, a budget modification for a new freezer for the Police Department, the September 2021 financial report, and a resolution opposing new state assessment laws. The meeting will also consider a budget transfer for an Intersection Screening Report and a grant application under the State of Wisconsin Neighborhood Investment Fund Program.

• 2022 Budget discussion and possible action
• Budget modification for new freezer for Police Department
• Budget transfer to complete Intersection Screening Report for HSIP funding grant applications
• Resolution opposing new state assessment laws
• September 2021 financial report discussion

The Finance Committee approved the 2022 budget and a resolution opposing Assembly Bill 610 and Senate Bill 630, which the City Assessor said could shift commercial tax burden to homeowners. It also approved a $19,000-plus transfer for an intersection screening report for state safety grants and a $4,295 transfer to replace a malfunctioning police evidence freezer. No action was taken on the state Neighborhood Investment Fund grant program; staff described three possible applications.

• Approved minutes of 10/14/21, 10/20/21, 10/26/21 (4-0)
• Approved budget transfer of just over $19,000 for Intersection Screening Report for HSIP grant applications (4-0)
• Approved the 2022 Budget (4-0)
• Approved drafting a resolution opposing Assembly Bill 610 and Senate Bill 630 and forwarding it to Council (4-0)
• Approved $4,295 transfer from Patrol Wages to Other Machinery and Equipment for a new police evidence freezer (4-0)
• No action taken on the State of Wisconsin Neighborhood Investment Fund Program; staff described three possible applications
• Adjourned at 6:20 pm (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to consider routine approvals for construction project payments and change orders. Items include pay estimates for the wastewater treatment facility, industrial park force main, asphalt patching, sidewalk, and street construction projects, plus change orders for the force main and street projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #16
• Industrial Park Force Main Access Points: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Change Order #3 and Pay Estimate #2
• 2021 Asphalt Patching Project: Zilisch Asphalt LLC, Pay Estimate #2
• North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project: Pember Companies, Inc., Pay Estimate #1
• 2021 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Change Order #2 and Pay Estimate #5

The Wausau Board of Public Works approved multiple pay estimates and change orders for local infrastructure projects, including wastewater facility improvements and asphalt patching. They tabled a pay estimate and contract extension request for a street construction project until the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of the November 2, 2021 meeting
• Approved Pay Estimate #16 for $2,740,212.15 to Miron Construction for Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approved Change Order #3 (deduct of $15,833) for A-1 Excavating, Inc. on Industrial Park Force Main
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 ($298,721.88) to A-1 Excavating, Inc. for Industrial Park Force Main
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 ($31,595.48) to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for 2021 Asphalt Patching Project
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 ($67,748.20) to Pember Companies, Inc. for North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Approved Change Order #2 ($2,365.90) to Haas Sons, Inc. for 2021 Street Construction Project B
• Tabled Pay Estimate #5 for 2021 Street Construction Project B to discuss contract extension next week

Human Resources Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss several changes to the employee handbook, including compensation plan administration and shift differentials. Members will also consider a one-time lump sum bonus for designated employees and the creation of a new Utility Worker position.

• Proposed one-time lump sum bonus to designated employees
• Proposed creation of a Utility Worker position in the Public Works Department
• Proposed 2022 Part Time/Temporary/Seasonal Pay Schedule
• Proposed amendments to Employee Handbook sections 5.02, 5.06, and 5.08
• Proposed changes to vacation accrual schedules for non-represented employees

Water Works Commission

The commission will consider several sole source chemical purchases for 2022 and a purchasing agreement extension for liquid carbon dioxide. Members will also discuss a contract for raw sewage treatment with Schofield and a change order for the Industrial Park Lift Station project.

• Sole source purchase requests for Clar-Ion 415, Clar-Ion 700, and Aqua Ammonia for 2022
• Purchasing agreement extension for Liquid Carbon Dioxide for 2022
• Contract for Treatment of Raw Sewage with Schofield
• Change order for Industrial Park Lift Station Construction and Force Main Cleaning Project
• Presentations on solar options for the DWTF and Inflow/Infiltration Study results

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved sole-source purchases of Clar-Ion 415, Clar-Ion 700, and Aqua Ammonia for 2022, and extended the liquid carbon dioxide contract with a 3.7% increase. It also approved a five-year renewal of the raw sewage treatment contract with the City of Schofield and a change order for the Industrial Park Lift Station project, which carries an 8% price increase and an April 2022 completion target. The October 5 minutes were approved, while the October 14 minutes were amended and held until December 7, 2021. Presentations on solar options for the new Drinking Water Treatment Facility and on the Inflow/Infiltration study required no action.

• Approved October 5, 2021 minutes; amended October 14, 2021 minutes and held them for December 7, 2021 approval (5-0)
• Approved sole-source purchase of Clar-Ion 415 for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved sole-source purchase of Clar-Ion 700 for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved sole-source purchase of Aqua Ammonia for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved liquid carbon dioxide purchasing agreement extension for 2022 with 3.7% increase (5-0)
• Approved five-year renewal of raw sewage treatment contract with City of Schofield (5-0)
• Approved change order for Industrial Park Lift Station construction and force main cleaning, 8% price increase, April 2022 completion target (5-0)
• Director's Report placed on file; solar and inflow/infiltration presentations required no action

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on appointing a city poet laureate, amending the Blenker Phase III project, and responses to a request for proposals for a Westside Battery project. Updates will be provided on the Riverfront Condo Project, T Wall, and the Neighborhood Investment Program Fund.

• Appointment of City’s Poet Laureate (discussion and possible action)
• Blenker Phase III Fourth Amendment (discussion and possible action)
• RFP responses for Westside Battery (presentations, discussion, and possible action)
• Riverfront Condo Project update
• T Wall update

The Economic Development Committee approved minutes, appointed a city poet laureate, and extended the Blenker Phase III development timeline, all on 4-0 votes. It heard two competing proposals for the Westside Battery site from Gorman & Company and Wausau Opportunity Zone but took no action, agreeing to reconvene on 11/10/21. Updates were given on the Riverfront Condo project, T-Wall, and the Neighborhood Investment Program Fund.

• Approved minutes from 10/5/2021 (4-0)
• Approved appointment of City Poet Laureate (4-0)
• Approved Blenker Phase III Fourth Amendment extending commencement to June 1, 2022 and completion to December 31, 2024 (4-0)
• No action taken on Westside Battery RFP proposals; will reconvene 11/10/21
• Adjourned at 6:50 P.M. (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a change order for the wastewater treatment facility project, open bids for property maintenance and equipment purchases, and make recommendations on squad car, radio, and street sweeper purchases. The board will also review a pay estimate for the 2021 street construction project and hold a closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #11
• Open bids for property maintenance at 703 Fulton Street
• Open proposals for electric forklift for Water Utility and two tri-axle trucks for DPW
• Recommendations for squad car upfit, mobile radios (Wisconsin State Contract), street sweeper (Sourcewell Contract)
• 2021 Street Construction Project A: Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC, Pay Estimate #3

The Board approved several equipment purchases, including a street sweeper and squad car upfits. It also authorized a wastewater facility change order and a street construction pay estimate. One medical claim was approved following a closed session.

• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Change Order #11 for $89,202.57
• Accepted property maintenance proposal from Revi for 703 Fulton Street (contingent on rate review)
• Approved $50,701.92 for Belco to upfit 4 squad cars
• Approved $38,387.52 for 8 mobile radios
• Approved $205,087 purchase of a street sweeper under Sourcewell Contract
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 for 2021 Street Construction Project A in the amount of $272,087.65
• Approved $1,329.05 medical bill claim for Coleman Schoepke

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hold a revocation hearing for Allen Woller’s Class B beer & liquor license at 6th Street Pub (2002 N. 6th Street) for alleged abandonment of premises. After closed-session deliberation, the committee will reconvene to make a final determination on the license revocation.

• Revocation hearing for Class B beer & liquor license at 6th Street Pub (2002 N. 6th Street)
• Alleged violation: abandonment of premises per Wausau Municipal Code s. 5.64.160

The Public Health & Safety Committee held a revocation hearing for the Class B Beer & Liquor License of Allen Woller (d/b/a 6th Street Pub). The committee found the establishment had been closed since at least August 2020 and failed to meet municipal code requirements. The committee recommended the license be revoked.

• Recommended to City Council that the Class B Beer & Liquor License for 6th Street Pub be revoked

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will consider accepting donated park land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park and discuss remedial action options for contaminated soils at Riverside Park. The committee will also hear a park update covering benches, playgrounds, water systems, Sylvan Hill snow making, ADA corrections, and Oak Island. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Donation of park land adjacent to Westview Terrace Park
• Remedial action options for Riverside Park soils
• Park update: Memorial Benches, Playground, Water Systems, Sylvan Hill Snow Making, ADA Corrections, Oak Island
• Future agenda item: Kayak Launch Update
• Approve minutes from October 4, 2021 meeting

The committee approved the October 4 meeting minutes. Members discussed a potential .3-acre land donation for Westview Terrace Park and reviewed a site investigation report regarding soil contamination at Riverside Park.

• Approved October 4, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss several environmental initiatives and city planning items. The agenda focuses on discussions regarding emissions, land use, and energy efficiency.

• Discussion on 1300 S Cleveland Ave regarding Environmental Justice and Land Use
• Discussion on Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Discussion on UWSP Sustainability Toolkit for Local Government
• Update on energy efficiency pilot program
• Discussion on committee involvement with the City’s strategic plan

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee met to discuss the UWSP sustainability toolkit, past city resolutions, environmental justice and land use at 1300 S Cleveland Ave, and greenhouse gas reduction resolutions. No substantive decisions or formal votes were taken, other than adjourning the meeting. The committee also discussed potential city newsletter content, upcoming work sessions, and scheduling future meetings.

• Adjourned the meeting at 6:35 p.m. (Kluz/Kilian)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review proposals for a new LP gas forklift for the Sewer Utility. The board is also considering payments for street construction and fire station building projects.

• Purchase recommendation for a Sewer Utility LP gas forklift
• 2021 Street Construction Project C: Steen Construction, Inc., Pay Estimate #1
• Wausau Fire Station No. 2 - General Building: Scherrer Construction, Final Payment

The Board of Public Works approved the purchase of a Hangcha LP gas forklift for the Sewer Utility. Payments were also authorized for the 2021 Street Construction Project C and the Wausau Fire Station No. 2 general building.

• Approved purchase of Hangcha forklift from Fork Lift Management with 5-year warranty for approximately $30,500
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for 2021 Street Construction Project C (Steen Construction, Inc.) for $268,902.49
• Approved final payment for Wausau Fire Station No. 2 (Scherrer Construction) for $1,487.01
• Approved minutes of the October 19, 2021 meeting

Common Council

The Common Council is voting on several city infrastructure easements, budget modifications, and personnel policies. The meeting includes decisions on airport upgrades and the 2022 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 1.

• Creation and classification of an Administrative Captain position within the Police Department
• 2021 budget modification of $17,120 for Station 1 Remodel
• 2022 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District (BID) No. 1
• Electrical easement with Wisconsin Public Service for Radtke Park at the Wausau Downtown Airport
• Land Improvement Agreement with Keith Kocourek for Grass Runway 09/27 Upgrades

The Wausau Common Council approved all items on its consent agenda, including a 2022 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 1 and several airport and utility easement resolutions. The council also approved a revised COVID-19 employee policy (8-1, with Lou Larson voting no), created an Administrative Captain position in the Police Department, and approved retention and recruitment initiatives. A 2021 budget modification of $17,120 for Station 1 Remodel and a MetroRide fuel tank upgrade funded from reserves were also approved. Two alderpersons, Tom Kilian and Debra Ryan, were recorded as not voting throughout.

• Approved consent agenda including 2022 BID No. 1 operating plan (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved revised COVID-19 employee policy (8-1, Larson no)
• Created Administrative Captain position in Police Department (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved retention and recruitment initiatives (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved $17,120 budget modification for Station 1 Remodel (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved MetroRide fuel tank upgrades from reserves (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved electrical easement for Radtke Park at Downtown Airport (consent agenda)
• Approved land improvement agreement for Grass Runway 09/27 upgrades (consent agenda)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and potentially take action on the 2022 Budget, the September 2021 financial report, and the 2020 Budget surplus of $141,962. The agenda also includes proposed budget modifications for the MetroRide Fuel Tank Project and Public Works Sign Shop Operations.

• Budget modification MetroRide Fuel Tank Project $21,200.25
• 2020 Budget surplus $141,962
• Budget modification Public Works Sign Shop Operations $8,164
• Discussion and possible action regarding the 2022 Budget
• Discussion and possible action regarding September 2021 financial report

The committee approved a $21,200.25 budget modification for the Metro Ride fuel tank project and a budget transfer for Public Works sign shop operations. Members also finalized the 2022 draft budget, incorporating several adjustments and funding changes, and forwarded it to the City Council for a public hearing. Additionally, the committee allocated $87,000 of the 2020 budget surplus toward employee bonuses.

• Approved $21,200.25 budget modification for Metro Ride (4-0)
• Approved 2022 draft budget for public hearing (4-0)
• Allocated $87,000 of 2020 surplus for employee bonuses (4-0)
• Approved budget transfer for Public Works sign shop (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/12/21 (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is holding a budget session to deliberate on the 2022 budget. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on recruitment and retention initiatives. Members of the public may attend in person at City Hall or participate remotely via phone, YouTube, or cable TV.

• 2022 Budget deliberations
• Discussion and possible action approving Recruitment and Retention Initiatives

The Finance Committee approved a motion to temporarily suspend pay steps 1 and 2 on the wage scale, move current employees in those steps to Step 3, start new recruits at Step 3, and let new hires borrow up to a week of vacation in their first six months; the motion carried 5-0. The committee also worked through 2022 supplemental budget requests, agreeing to build several back into the budget, strike others, and leave the $50,000 Hot Mix request for ranking at a later meeting. Transit Director Greg Seubert described using CARES funds to reduce the city levy for MetroRide in 2020 and 2021, with a proposal to do so again in 2022 and possibly 2023. Budget Session #3, scheduled for November 21, was canceled; the next meeting is October 26, 2021.

• Approved 5-0: temporarily suspend pay steps 1 and 2, move current employees in those steps to Step 3, recruit new employees at Step 3, and allow new hires to borrow up to a week of vacation in their first six months
• Contractual obligation requests 1-6 ($84,625): remove and build back into the budget
• Inflation requests 7-13 ($41,500): remove and build back into the budget
• Request 14: subtract $10,000, leaving a $4,412 service demand to build back into the budget
• Service demand requests 15-16 ($5,450): build back into the budget
• Struck item 17 ($44,825, funded by Wausau School District), item 19 (covered in HR request), items 20-22 (funded by Central Capital Purchasing), and item 25 (funded from PC Replacement)
• Request 23 ($6,500 administrative need): remove and build back into the budget; request 24 ($25,500 wage study): fund out of carryover
• Request 18 ($50,000 Hot Mix) left on the list for ranking/scoring at the next meeting, along with 10 new supplemental requests

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from its September 21 meeting, hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for assembly of transportation vehicle components at 410 South Bellis Street in a Medium Industrial zone, and set future agenda items. The meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2021, at 5:00 pm in City Hall Common Council Chambers.

• Approve minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting
• PUBLIC HEARING: Conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street for Seagrave Fire Apparatus LLC (Medium Industrial Zoning District)
• Set next meeting date and future agenda items

The Plan Commission approved the September 21, 2021 minutes 7-0 and held a public hearing on a conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street to allow assembly of components for transportation vehicles in a Medium Industrial zoning district. No decision was made on the conditional use; it returns to the next meeting for a report of findings. The commission also agreed to set public hearings on tourist rooming house notification changes for the November 16, 2021 meeting.

• Approved September 21, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Held public hearing on conditional use at 410 South Bellis Street for vehicle component assembly; no vote taken, item returns to next meeting
• Agreed to schedule public hearings on tourist rooming house notification changes for November 16, 2021
• Adjourned (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is scheduled to review quotations for purchasing four Ford Interceptor Utility vehicles, a LaRue snowblower, and two MF5 snowplows with auxiliary hitches. The board will also consider a change order and final payment for the 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project with C.P.R. Inc.

• Review quotations for 4 Ford Interceptor Utility's from Ewald Automotive
• Review quotations for 1 LaRue snowblower from Caspers Truck Equipment
• Review quotations for 2 MF5 snowplows and auxiliary hitches from Wausau Equipment Company
• 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project: C.P.R. Inc., Change Order #1
• 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project: C.P.R. Inc., Final Payment

The Board of Public Works approved several purchases and payments. It approved buying 4 Ford Interceptor Utility vehicles for $168,516 under Wisconsin State Contract, a LaRue snowblower for $187,237 under Sourcewell Contract, and 2 MF5 snowplows with hitches for $45,982 under Sourcewell Contract. It also approved Change Order #1 for $2,500 and final payment of $219,159.75 to C.P.R. Inc. for the 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting
• Approved purchase of 4 Ford Interceptor Utility vehicles for $168,516 under Wisconsin State Contract
• Approved purchase of 1 LaRue snowblower for $187,237 under Sourcewell Contract
• Approved purchase of 2 MF5 snowplows and auxiliary hitches for $45,982 under Sourcewell Contract
• Approved Change Order #1 for $2,500 for 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project (C.P.R. Inc.)
• Approved final payment of $219,159.75 to C.P.R. Inc. for 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 10:40 a.m.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hold a hearing and closed session to decide whether to uphold a chronic nuisance declaration for 1407 Emter Street. They will also discuss a flood evacuation plan for the Hollow Neighborhood, consider a complaint against 6th Street Pub that could lead to license revocation, and review license applications and department reports.

• Appeal of Chronic Nuisance Premises declaration – 1407 Emter Street
• Discussion and possible action on Flood Evacuation Plan – Hollow Neighborhood
• Complaint against Allen Woller d/b/a 6th Street Pub – possible summons for license revocation hearing
• Consider approval or denial of various license applications
• Operations Report from Fire Department for September 2021

The committee rejected a chronic nuisance designation for 1407 Emter Street, citing the owner's immediate action to evict the tenant involved in criminal activity. Members also approved a revised flood evacuation plan for the Hollow neighborhood and scheduled a license revocation hearing for the 6th Street Pub.

• Approved minutes from 9/20/21 (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendations for license applications (5-0)
• Rejected chronic nuisance declaration for 1407 Emter Street (unanimous)
• Approved flood evacuation plan for the Hollow neighborhood (5-0)
• Scheduled revocation hearing for 6th Street Pub for 11/1/21 (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee holds its first budget session to review and discuss the proposed 2022 city budget. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural and open to public comment.

The Finance Committee held its first 2022 budget session, reviewing a presentation by Finance Director Maryanne Groat. The committee discussed using ARPA funds, noting a lost revenue component of just over $2 million that offers flexibility for government purposes. No budget items were approved, denied, or voted on; the meeting adjourned unanimously to allow for departmental supplemental requests to be ranked before the next session.

• Reviewed 2022 Budget presentation by Finance Director
• Discussed ARPA fund usage and lost revenue component
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Watson, second by Herbst)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss the Director's Report, approve consent agenda items including WPS easements, and consider a final resolution to levy special assessments for the 2021 street construction project on 3rd Avenue from Randolph Street to Bos Creek Drive. They will also hear a presentation on snow plowing and discuss potential locations for a new DPW facility or fleet maintenance shop.

• Final resolution to levy special assessments for 2021 Street Construction Project of 3rd Avenue from Randolph Street to Bos Creek Drive
• WPS easement on Airport property at Radtke Point Park for electric service
• WPS easement on City property at 1803 Burek Avenue for new pole and buried electrical conductors
• Presentation on snow plowing process
• Discussion of potential locations for new DPW facility or DPW Fleet Maintenance Shop

The committee approved a resolution to levy special assessments for the 3rd Avenue street construction project in 2022. It also approved a consent agenda including two WPS easements. Members discussed snow plowing vacancies and potential sites for a new DPW facility.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved WPS Easement on Airport Property at Radtke Point Park (5-0)
• Approved WPS Easement at 1803 Burek Avenue (5-0)
• Approved resolution to levy 2021 Street Construction special assessments for 3rd Avenue in 2022 (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet on October 14, 2021, to discuss and possibly take action on three items. The agenda includes awarding a proposal for a lead service line replacement program, purchasing trucks and trailers for hauling Class A biosolids, and approving recruitment and retention initiatives.

• Discussion and Possible Action Awarding a Proposal for the Development of a Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Discussion and Possible Action on the Purchase of Trucks/Trailers for Hauling Class A Biosolids
• Discussion and Possible Action Approving Recruitment and Retention Initiatives

The Commission approved a proposal from Clark Dietz to develop a lead service line replacement program, excluding the inventory portion. It also approved recruitment and retention initiatives including pay scale adjustments and vacation time changes. A proposal to purchase trucks for hauling biosolids was not recommended for action.

• Approved Clark Dietz proposal for lead service line replacement program without inventory (5-0)
• Approved recruitment and retention initiatives consistent with City policies (5-0)
• No action taken on purchase of trucks/trailers for hauling Class A Biosolids

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a pending resolution to divide the city into 22 wards based on the 2020 Census, a joint resolution to fully implement the 2019 wage study, and a resolution authorizing the sale of city property. The council will also vote on a rezoning and certified survey map for a property on Townline Road, as well as several consent agenda items already approved by committees.

• Resolution dividing city into 22 wards based on 2020 Census (pending)
• Joint resolution fully implementing 2019 wage study (approved 5-0, pending)
• Sale of 906 South Seventh Avenue (approved 4-0)
• Rezoning 3015 Townline Road from I to SR-2, RH-35, and PUD (approved 6-0)
• Resolution authorizing participation in Metro Wausau Housing Assessment (approved 4-0)

The Wausau Common Council approved a resolution dividing the city into 22 wards based on the 2020 Census and redistricting, down from over 50 wards. The council also approved a first amendment to the city's snow disposal site lease with the Wausau Cemetery Association, keeping a 3% minimum annual rent increase, and passed several other resolutions including a housing assessment, property sale, rezoning, and 2022 insurance plan designs. All votes were 10-0 with one member not voting.

• Approved resolution dividing city into 22 wards based on 2020 Census (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved first amendment to snow disposal site lease with Wausau Cemetery Association, retaining 3% minimum annual rent increase (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved participation in Metro Wausau Housing Assessment through North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved sale of 906 South Seventh Avenue (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved certified survey map for 3015 Townline Road (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved rezoning of 3015 Townline Road from Institutional to SR-2, RH-35, and PUD districts (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved full implementation of 2019 Wage Study (10-0, 1 not voting)
• Approved 2022 health, dental, and supplemental insurance plan design and CCIT inclusion for 2022-2023 (10-0, 1 not voting)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on routine administrative items including approval of prior meeting minutes, open proposals for LP gas forklift purchases, and multiple pay estimates for ongoing utility facility and street maintenance projects. The meeting will also include a closed session for claims deliberation.

• Approve minutes of October 5, 2021 meeting
• Open proposals for LP gas forklift purchase for Sewer Utility
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #15
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimates #13 and #14
• 2021 Street Sealcoating Project, Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, Pay Estimate #1

The Board of Public Works approved Pay Estimate #15 of $4,554,121 to Miron Construction for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. It also approved a $1,639,785.70 drinking water project payment and a $47,119.80 deduction, plus a $150,292.09 street sealcoating payment. Forklift proposals from OCTANE and Forklift Management were opened but sent to staff for later review, and a $500 insurance claim was approved after a closed session.

• Approved Pay Estimate #15 to Miron Construction for wastewater project, $4,554,121
• Approved Pay Estimate #13 for drinking water project, $1,639,785.70
• Approved Pay Estimate #14 deduction of $47,119.80 for drinking water project
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for 2021 Street Sealcoating, $150,292.09
• Opened LP gas forklift proposals from OCTANE and Forklift Management; staff review and recommendation to come later
• Approved claim of American Family Insurance for Coleman Schoepke, $500
• Approved minutes of the October 5, 2021 meeting
• Convened in closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) to deliberate on claims, then reconvened in open session

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including the 2020 audit presentation, salary study implementation Option 3, and a two-year auditing services agreement extension. The agenda also includes discussions on reprogramming Community Development Block Grant funds, the 2022 Business Improvement District Plan, a fixed asset capitalization policy modification, and 2022 health, dental, and supplemental insurance plans.

• Discussion and possible approval of reprogramming Community Development Block Grant funds from an Economic Development Activity to a Housing Rehabilitation Activity
• Discussion and possible action regarding final implementation of salary study - Option 3
• Discussion and possible action regarding 2020 audit presentation by Clifton Larson
• Discussion and possible approval of two year auditing services agreement extension
• Discussion and possible approving the 2022 health, dental and supplemental insurance plans

The Finance Committee approved reprogramming Community Development Block Grant funds from economic development to housing rehabilitation, extended the city's auditing services agreement with Clifton Larson for two years, and modified the fixed asset capitalization policy. It also approved final implementation of Option 3 of the salary study, the 2022 health, dental and supplemental insurance plans, and the 2022 Business Improvement District plan on a 4-1 vote, with Deb Ryan dissenting. A motion to table the BID plan died for lack of a second. All other votes were 5-0.

• Approved reprogramming CDBG funds from Economic Development to Housing Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved two-year auditing services agreement extension with Clifton Larson, including preparation of annual financial statements (5-0)
• Approved modification of fixed asset capitalization policy: General capital assets $10,000, Infrastructure $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved final implementation of salary study Option 3 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 health, dental and supplemental insurance plans (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Business Improvement District Plan (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Motion to table the 2022 BID Plan died for lack of a second
• Approved minutes of the 9/28/21 meeting (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review and likely approve two years of insurance coverage for CCIT staff, finalize 2022 benefit designs for city and CCIT employees, and consider creating an Administrative Captain position in the Wausau Police Department. The meeting will also include a COVID-19 policy update and recruitment-retention discussions.

• Approve 2022 & 2023 Health, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance for CCIT staff (no fiscal impact)
• Approve 2022 benefit design for City and CCIT employees (7.33% projected health premium increase)
• Create and classify an Administrative Captain position in the Wausau Police Department
• Update COVID-19 exposure policy for employees
• Discuss recruitment and retention initiatives for city workforce

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including participating in a housing study with the North Central Regional Planning Commission and Marathon County, an offer to purchase 906 S. 7th Avenue, and a waiver of the right of first refusal for properties at 500 N. 72th Avenue and 7300 International Drive. They will also receive updates on the Wausau World Market, various developments, and the Mayors for a Guaranteed Income project, and set a meeting to discuss Westside Battery proposals.

• Possible action on housing study with North Central Regional Planning Commission and Marathon County
• Offer to purchase 906 S. 7th Avenue
• Waiver of Right of First Refusal for 500 N. 72th Avenue and 7300 International Drive from Stettin Investors Group, LLP
• Update on Riverfront Condo Project, Cherry Tree, and T Wall developments
• Set next meeting to discuss Westside Battery (415 S 1st Ave) proposals

The Economic Development Committee approved selling a vacant lot at 906 S. 7th Avenue to Habitat for Humanity for $2,000, and approved contributing $7,500 to a regional housing assessment. The committee also agreed to waive the city's right of first refusal for the Eastbay Complex property transfer. Additionally, the committee heard updates on the Wausau World Market, the Riverfront Condo Project, and Cherry Tree Dental.

• Approved minutes from 9/7/2021 (4-0)
• Approved offer to purchase 906 S. 7th Avenue by Habitat for Humanity for $2,000 (4-0)
• Approved participation and $7,500 contribution for Metro Wausau Housing Assessment (4-0)
• Approved waiver of Right of First Refusal and termination of recorded deed restriction for Eastbay Complex (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:03 P.M. (4-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and possibly act on awarding a proposal for a lead service line replacement program and review a draft ordinance for it. They will also consider issuing an RFP for a corrosion control study, selling wastewater UV disinfection equipment to RMMSD, and purchasing two quad-axle dump trucks. The director's report covers operations updates including a coliform positive sample and supply shortages.

• Award proposal for Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Review draft Lead Service Line Replacement Ordinance
• Issue RFP for Corrosion Control Study as directed by WDNR
• Sale of wastewater UV disinfection equipment to RMMSD
• Purchase of two quad-axle dump trucks for wastewater plant

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved issuing an RFP for a corrosion control study required by the WDNR and accepted a $10,000 offer from RMMSD for old UV disinfection equipment, both on 5-0 votes. It took no action on awarding a lead service line replacement program proposal or on a draft lead service line replacement ordinance, and deferred a decision on purchasing two quad-axle dump trucks to a meeting the following week. The commission also confirmed a special meeting on recruitment and retention for October 14, 12:30-1:30 PM.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved issuing an RFP for a Corrosion Control Study as directed by WDNR (5-0)
• Accepted $10,000 offer from RMMSD for old Wastewater UV Disinfection Equipment (5-0)
• Deferred decision on purchasing two quad-axle dump trucks for the Wastewater Plant to next week's meeting (motion carried, tally not recorded)
• Confirmed special commission meeting on recruitment/retention for Thursday, October 14, 12:30-1:30 PM (5-0)
• No action taken on awarding a proposal for development of a Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• No action taken on the draft Lead Service Line Replacement Ordinance
• Adjourned (motion by Robinson, seconded by Gehin; tally not recorded)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine approvals for construction payments and a change order. Items include a change order for the wastewater treatment facility, pay estimates for the drinking water treatment facility, and a pay estimate for the 2021 sidewalk project. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Approve minutes of September 27, 2021 meeting
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #10
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #12 and #13
• 2021 Sidewalk Project, S.D. Ellenbecker Inc., Pay Estimate #2

The Board of Public Works approved Change Order #10 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project with Miron Construction for $47,008.58, and Pay Estimate #12 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility with Miron Construction for $1,771,416. Pay Estimate #13 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility was pulled from the agenda. The board also approved Pay Estimate #2 for the 2021 Sidewalk Project with S.D. Ellenbecker Inc. for $70,741.98, and approved the minutes of the September 27, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the September 27, 2021 meeting
• Approved Change Order #10 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project (Miron Construction) for $47,008.58
• Approved Pay Estimate #12 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Miron Construction) for $1,771,416
• Pay Estimate #13 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility pulled from agenda
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for 2021 Sidewalk Project (S.D. Ellenbecker Inc.) for $70,741.98

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly act on the 2022 fee schedule for the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department and a cost recovery policy for Wausau-area events. They will also receive updates on park operations, Riverside Park testing, and emerald ash borer (EAB) status. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on 2022 Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department fee schedule
• Discussion and possible action on cost recovery for Wausau Area Events
• Park update: Memorial benches, water systems, Sylvan Hill snow making, ADA corrections
• Riverside Park testing update
• EAB (emerald ash borer) update

The committee approved the 2022 Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department fee schedule, which includes increases for shelter, athletic, and pool fees. Members also voted to maintain existing service levels for Wausau Events in 2022 while directing staff to develop a standardized cost-recovery policy for all events by 2023.

• Approved 2022 Parks, Recreation & Forestry fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved maintaining 2022 service levels for Wausau Events (3-1)
• Approved September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45pm (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new segment of the River Edge Trail south of Riverside Park. The event is scheduled from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM on October 4, 2021, near Thomas Street. No formal decisions or actions will be taken at this meeting.

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a tourism entity agreement with the Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau, contracts for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, and a resolution in support of environmental justice. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss litigation and a potential tourism contract. Several items were approved in committee and are on the consent agenda.

• Resolution establishing assessment rates for 2022 new street construction projects (approved 4-0)
• Ordinance amending no parking and restricted parking areas (approved 4-0)
• Resolution in support of environmental justice (approved 10-1)
• Resolution authorizing ERP system contracts and 2021 budget modification (approved 5-0)
• Joint resolution approving tourism entity agreement with Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau (pending)

The Wausau Common Council approved an Environmental Justice Resolution and confirmed the appointment of Chris Norfleet to the Liberation and Freedom Committee. The Council also authorized several budget modifications, approved a new tourism entity agreement, and amended the employee handbook regarding shift differentials.

• Adopted Environmental Justice Resolution (8-1)
• Confirmed Chris Norfleet to Liberation and Freedom Committee (9-0)
• Approved 2022 street construction assessment rates (9-0)
• Approved tourism agreement with Wausau Central Wisconsin CVB (9-0)
• Amended employee handbook shift differential policy (9-0)
• Authorized ERP system contracts and budget modifications (9-0)
• Approved electronic voting software budget modification (9-0)
• Convened in closed session regarding litigation (9-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly take action on several items, including amending the shift differential policy, a tourism entity agreement with the Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau, a land improvement agreement for grass runway upgrades at the Downtown Airport, and the June-August 2021 financial reports. They will also consider transferring funds within the Fire Department CIP budget.

• Amend Shift Differential (Employee Handbook 5.08)
• Tourism Entity Agreement between City, Room Tax Commission, and Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Land Improvement Agreement with Keith Kocourek for Grass Runway 09/27 Upgrades at Downtown Airport
• June, July, August 2021 financial reports
• Transfer of funds from Capitol Improvement Alerting System Upgrade Project to Station One Remodel Project (Fire Department CIP)

The committee approved new shift differential rates for public works employees and a one-year tourism entity agreement. Members also authorized a transfer of funds within the Fire Department's capital improvement budget and approved a land improvement agreement for the downtown airport.

• Approved shift differential rates of $1.45 and $1.60 (4-0)
• Approved Tourism Entity Agreement (4-0)
• Approved airport land improvement agreement with Keith Kocourek (4-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for Fire Department CIP projects (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2021 (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider approving minutes, open proposals for a lead service line replacement program, review a pay estimate for the wastewater treatment facility improvement project, and enter closed session to discuss claims. The meeting is largely procedural, with the lead service line program being the most substantive item.

• Open proposals for professional services for lead service line replacement program
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #14
• Approve minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting
• Closed session to deliberate on claims

The Wausau Board of Public Works approved Pay Estimate #14 of $4,523,387.60 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project and opened two proposals for a lead service line replacement program. The board also approved two claims and denied a third following a closed session.

• Approved minutes of the September 14, 2021 meeting
• Opened proposals for professional services to prepare a lead service line replacement program from TruePani Inc. ($49,392.98) and Clark Dietz ($69,560)
• Approved Pay Estimate #14 for Miron Construction in the amount of $4,523,387.60 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project
• Approved the claim submitted by Schoepke in the amount of $2,014.87
• Approved the claim submitted by Frankel in the amount of $2,084.31
• Denied the claim submitted by Waldvogel in the amount of $30,000

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a public listening session on how to use American Rescue Plan funding allocated to Wausau. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is solely for gathering public input.

• Public listening session on American Rescue Plan funding use
• No action to be taken at this meeting

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on a greenhouse gas emission reduction resolution and a land use matter at 1300 S Cleveland Ave. They will also review minutes from prior meetings and discuss their role in the city's strategic plan and newsletter content.

• Discussion and possible recommendation for 1300 S Cleveland Ave (Environmental Justice and Land Use)
• Discussion and possible action for Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Approve minutes of May 26, 2021 and August 2, 2021 meetings
• Discussion on SEEC involvement with the City's strategic plan
• Discussion on possible City Newsletter content

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee approved minutes from their May and August 2021 meetings. Members discussed drafting a greenhouse gas emission reduction resolution and compiling recommendations for the 1300 S Cleveland Ave site. No final policy actions were taken on these items, which were tabled for future discussion.

• Approved May 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 3015 Townline Road from Institutional to a mix of residential and planned unit development districts, along with approving a certified survey map for the property. They will also discuss conditional use permits for a long-term supportive home at 915 North 5th Street and an off-site parking lot at 913 North 3rd Street. The commission will review the notification radius for public hearing notices and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing and possible action on rezoning 3015 Townline Road from I to SR-2, RH-35, and PUD districts
• Approve Certified Survey Map for 3015 Townline Road
• Conditional use for long-term supportive home at 915 North 5th Street in NMU district
• Conditional use for off-site parking lot at 913 North 3rd Street (Woodson YMCA Foundation Inc.) in DPMU district
• Discussion on notification radius for public hearing notices

The Plan Commission approved rezoning 3015 Townline Road from Institutional to SR-2, RH-35 and PUD districts, and approved a certified survey map for the same property; both go to Common Council on October 12, 2021. It also approved conditional uses for a long-term supportive home at 915 North 5th Street and an off-site parking lot at 913 North 3rd Street. The Commission voted to send public hearing notices to property owners within 200 feet instead of the ordinance-required 100 feet. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Approved rezoning 3015 Townline Road from I to SR-2, RH-35 and PUD (6-0); goes to Common Council October 12, 2021
• Approved certified survey map for 3015 Townline Road (6-0); goes to Common Council October 12, 2021
• Approved conditional use at 915 North 5th Street for a long-term supportive home in NMU district with eight conditions (6-0)
• Approved conditional use at 913 North 3rd Street for an off-site parking lot in DPMU district (6-0)
• Approved sending public hearing notices to property owners within a 200-foot radius, amended from a proposed 250 feet (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 20, August 4 and August 24, 2021 meetings (6-0)
• Adjourned at 5:40 p.m. (6-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will review and vote on various license applications, discuss an ordinance amendment regarding third-party inspections and reporting systems, and receive an operations report from the Fire Department for August 2021. The agenda also includes updates on tavern activities, compliance checks, and law enforcement activities. This is a regular meeting with both administrative and policy items.

• Consider approval or denial of various license applications
• Discussion and possible action on ordinance amending Section 17.10.030 (third party inspections and reporting systems)
• Fire Department operations report for August 2021
• Tavern activities, compliance checks, and law enforcement activities update

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved an amendment to Section 17.10.030 on third-party inspections and reporting systems, adding penalties modeled on building inspection forfeitures. It also approved license applications as recommended by staff and accepted the August 2021 Fire Department operations and tavern activity reports. No license applications were recommended for denial this month.

• Approved minutes of 8/16/21 and 9/08/21 meetings (4-0)
• Approved licenses as recommended by staff (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 17.10.030 on third-party inspections and reporting systems (4-0)
• Placed Fire Department August 2021 operations report on file
• Placed Tavern Activities Report for 8/1/21-8/31/21 on file
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on September 14, 2021, and approved several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included approving an easement for underground utilities at the Wausau Downtown Airport, a stormwater facility maintenance agreement for a property on North 3rd Street, and designating restricted parking areas. The council also ratified a revised COVID-19 policy for employees and extended a contract for campaign services.

• Joint resolution approving electrical and telecommunications easement with Wisconsin Public Service and Charter Communications for underground utilities at Wausau Downtown Airport near Zimmerman Street entrance
• Resolution approving stormwater facility management agreement for Aspirus property at 716 North 3rd Street
• Ordinance designating restricted parking stalls on the 300 Block of N. 3rd Street for valet parking
• Ordinance amending parking restrictions on north side of Highland Park Boulevard near 1220 Highland Park Boulevard
• Resolution ratifying revised COVID-19 policy for employees with symptoms or exposure

The Wausau Common Council voted 6-5 to amend a resolution so that 1300 Cleveland Ave is excluded from a feasibility study for a proposed new Fleet Facility Maintenance Shop; the amended resolution then passed 11-0. The council also approved the 2021 street construction special assessments 10-1, confirmed mayoral appointments to the CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee 10-1, extended a contract with Aplomb PR 10-1, and ratified a revised COVID-19 employee policy 8-3. Several items passed on the consent agenda 11-0, including an airport easement and parking ordinances.

• Amended fleet facility feasibility study to remove 1300 Cleveland Ave (6-5)
• Adopted amended fleet facility feasibility study resolution (11-0)
• Adopted 2021 street construction special assessments (10-1)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee (10-1)
• Approved contract with Aplomb PR through February 2022 (10-1)
• Ratified revised COVID-19 employee policy (8-3)
• Approved consent agenda including airport easement and parking ordinances (11-0)
• Approved termination of developer agreement with Union Station of Wausau II, LLC and 411 Westwood Drive, LLC (11-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to consider contract approvals, project payments, and licenses. Items on the agenda include a recommendation for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project, final payment for the 2020 Hwy 52 Median Landscape Project, and pay estimates for street construction and asphalt patching.

• Make recommendation for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• 2020 Hwy 52 Median Landscape Project: Pember Companies, Inc., Final Payment
• 2021 Street Construction Project A: Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC, Pay Estimate #2
• 2021 Asphalt Patching Project: Zilisch Asphalt LLC, Pay Estimate #1
• Portland Cement Concrete Licenses for BK Flatworks and T & A Hardscaping LLC

The Board of Public Works awarded the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project to Pember for $69,488. The board also approved final payment for the 2020 Hwy 52 Median Landscape Project and two construction pay estimates. Additionally, the board approved Portland Cement Concrete licenses for two companies.

• Approved minutes from September 7, 2021
• Awarded North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project to Pember for $69,488
• Approved $17,987.46 final payment for 2020 Hwy 52 Median Landscape Project
• Approved $239,348.46 pay estimate for 2021 Street Construction Project A
• Approved $59,686.50 pay estimate for 2021 Asphalt Patching Project
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete licenses for BK Flatworks and T & A Hardscaping LLC

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks & Recreation Committee meets to discuss the 2022 department budget, schedule a parks tour, and receive updates on playgrounds, pool season, and emerald ash borer mitigation. No ordinances or contracts are listed for action.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2022 Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department budget
• Educational items on playground repairs, Sylvan Hill snow-making, ADA corrections, and Thomas St Trail grand opening
• 2021 Swimming Pool Season Review
• Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) update
• Future agenda item: 2022-2023 fee schedule

The Park and Recreation Committee approved the 2022 Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department budget, which includes funding for the Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan. The committee also voted to extend the operating season for one swimming pool by two weeks next year and approved the committee's August 2, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved August 2, 2021 committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved extending one pool season by two weeks in 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $170,000 in the 2022 budget for the Emerald Ash Borer Plan (5-0)
• Supported the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department 2022 budget as submitted (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:25 p.m. (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee scheduled a meeting for September 13, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The provided agenda text contains only procedural notices, ADA accommodation information, and a note regarding a possible quorum of other city committees taking no action. No specific substantive agenda items are listed in the record.

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will review public works updates and decide on downtown snow removal, two-hour parking on McIndoe Street, and easements with Green Acres at Greenwood Hills LLC and Wausau Opportunity Zone Inc. The committee will also discuss potential CDBG funding for a street and establish 2022 construction assessment rates.

• Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Action authorizing downtown snow/ice removal
• Easement with Green Acres at Greenwood Hills LLC at 3115 Townline Road
• Two-hour parking stalls on McIndoe Street between North 5th and North 4th Streets
• Easement with Wausau Opportunity Zone Inc. at 301 Washington Street

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved several infrastructure items, including applying for CDBG funding for Torney Avenue and establishing 2022 assessment rates. The committee also authorized new parking stalls on McIndoe Street and approved multiple utility and parking easements. Additionally, members discussed recruitment challenges for street maintenance staff and construction delays on 3rd Avenue.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved three new parking stalls on McIndoe Street (4-0)
• Approved application for CDBG funding for Torney Avenue (4-0)
• Approved 2022 construction project assessment rates (4-0)
• Approved temporary parking easement at 301 Washington Street (4-0)
• Approved utility easement at 1801 Burek Avenue (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Wausau Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a resolution supporting environmental justice, introduced by Council President Becky McElhaney. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal action will be taken on the agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action regarding resolution supporting environmental justice

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a single item: a special event application for "La Fiesta" scheduled for September 18, 2021, at Brockmeyer Park, submitted by the American Hispanic Association. The committee may act on this application during the meeting.

• Special event application for La Fiesta, September 18, 2021, at Brockmeyer Park
• Applicant: American Hispanic Association

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the special event application for "La Fiesta" at Brockmeyer Park on September 18, 2021, submitted by the American Hispanic Association. City departments had reviewed the application and indicated approval; the Park Department's approval was conditional on receiving a Certificate of Insurance and a parking plan. Organizer Tony Gonzalez described parking arrangements for 127 vehicles at Sure Dry on Stewart Avenue and said the event will include a vaccine clinic. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved special event application for "La Fiesta" at Brockmeyer Park, Sept 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on replacing public litter containers, transferring 2020 surplus funds to the Motor Pool Fund, and amending a cemetery lease for a snow disposal site. It will also review 2020 financial results and the June 2021 financial report.

• Replacement of public litter containers from Wausau Tile — sole source purchase
• Transfer of 2020 financial surplus to the Motor Pool Fund
• First Amendment to lease of a snow disposal site with the Wausau Cemetery Association
• Presentation of 2020 Financial Results
• Possible action on June 2021 financial report

The Finance Committee approved moving $900,000 from the 2020 financial surplus into the Motor Pool Fund, which staff said is meant to help cover the cost of new rolling stock. It also approved a first amendment to the city's lease with the Wausau Cemetery Association for a snow disposal site, striking the clause that annual rent increases would be no less than 3%. A sole-source purchase of public litter containers from Wausau Tile was approved, and the June 2021 financial report was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of the 8/10/21 meeting (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to the City of Wausau/Wausau Cemetery Association snow disposal site lease, striking the 'not less than 3%' annual rent increase clause (5-0)
• Approved one-time transfer of $900,000 from the 2020 financial surplus to the Motor Pool Fund (5-0)
• Approved sole-source purchase of public litter containers from Wausau Tile (5-0)
• Deferred the June 2021 financial report to the next meeting
• Adjourned at 6:15 pm (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, open bids for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project, and review Pay Estimate #4 for the 2021 Street Construction Project B with Haas Sons, Inc. A closed session will discuss claims before reconvening in open session.

• Approve minutes of September 1, 2021 meeting
• Open bids for North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Review Pay Estimate #4 for 2021 Street Construction Project B (Haas Sons, Inc.)
• Closed session to deliberate claims
• Reconvene to act on closed session items

The Board approved a pay estimate for the 2021 Street Construction Project B and two individual claims. Bids for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project were opened, but a recommendation was deferred.

• Approved Pay Estimate #4 for Haas Sons, Inc. in the amount of $248,400.20
• Approved claim submitted by Robinson for $53
• Approved claim submitted by Schmidt for $165.64
• Approved minutes of the September 1, 2021 meeting

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to approve minutes from its August 2021 meeting and receive a director’s report on utility operations, including updates on lead service line replacements, wastewater plant permits, and a potential sewer rate increase. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on resolutions related to staffing, overtime policy, and hiring a wastewater superintendent.

• Approve minutes of August 3, 2021 meeting
• Possible sewer rate increase approval
• Possible resolution for WDNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement for lead service line replacement
• Discussion on policy for payment of overtime to eligible employees
• Possible hiring of wastewater superintendent for 6-month overlap before retirement

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved reducing a WDNR principal forgiveness loan amount for lead service line replacement from $450,000 to $320,000, and approved hiring a new Wastewater Superintendent to overlap and shadow the current superintendent for up to 6 months before retirement. Two other items — an RFP for staffing/recruitment and a policy on overtime pay — were pulled or discussed with no action taken. The Director's Report covered rain barrels, lead service line outreach, and public input on the new water plant; it was placed on file.

• Approved reducing WDNR principal forgiveness loan for lead service line replacement from $450,000 to $320,000 (5-0)
• Approved hiring a Wastewater Superintendent to overlap and shadow the current superintendent up to 6 months before retirement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 3, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• RFP for recruitment/retention/staffing recommendations pulled; no action taken
• Overtime pay policy discussed; no action taken
• Director's Report placed on file

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for the West Side Battery site at 415 S 1st Ave. The committee will also consider a contract extension with Aplomb PR through February 2022. Additionally, members will review and consider approval of the minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting.

• Draft RFP for West Side Battery site at 415 S 1st Ave
• Contracting with Aplomb PR to extend campaign through February 2022
• Approval of minutes from 8/3/2021

The Economic Development Committee approved the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Westside Battery site at 415 S. 1st Ave. with specific edits. The committee also approved extending a contract with Aplomb PR through February 2022.

• Approved minutes from 8/3/2021 (5-0)
• Approved release of RFP for Westside Battery site (415 S. 1st Ave.) with discussed edits (5-0)
• Approved contract extension with Aplomb PR through February 2022 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and act on pay estimates for ongoing construction projects. The board will also discuss a sidewalk project during a closed session and consider a cement license application.

• Approve minutes from August 17 and August 25, 2021 meetings
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #13
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #11
• Portland Cement Concrete License: ABG Masonry, Inc.
• Closed session for North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project pre-qualification statements

The Wausau Board of Public Works approved minutes from previous meetings, authorized large pay estimates for ongoing water and wastewater treatment facility projects, and granted a concrete license. The board also convened in closed session to review pre-qualification statements before approving two bidders for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project.

• Approved minutes of the August 17 and August 25, 2021 meetings
• Approved Pay Estimate #13 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project in the amount of $6,228,850.43
• Approved Pay Estimate #11 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility in the amount of $3,256,490.84
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for ABG Masonry, Inc.
• Convened in closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Reconvened in open session and approved Norcon Corporation (Schofield) and Pember Companies, Inc. (Menomonie) as bidders for the North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole and Wausau Water Works Commission will hear a 10-15 minute presentation on a proposed solar array at 1010 Bugbee Ave. The meeting includes an open public comment period but no formal action will be taken by any attending committees.

• Proposed solar array at 1010 Bugbee Ave
• Public comment period scheduled

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider three action items: recommending the purchase of two front-end loaders (proposals opened Aug. 17, 2021), discussing a possible contract extension for the 2021 Sidewalk Project, and discussing possible action on Draw Request #3 under the developer agreement for mall demolition and reconstruction. All items may be acted upon.

• Purchase of two front end loaders (proposals opened Aug. 17, 2021)
• Contract extension for 2021 Sidewalk Project
• Draw Request #3 for mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement

The Board of Public Works recommended and approved awarding the contract for two front end loaders to Miller Bradford for the Case units at $455,200, with a five-year buyback of $125,000 each ($250,000 total) and a net cash outlay of $205,200. The board also extended the 2021 Sidewalk Project contract completion date to September 15th and approved Draw Request #3 for $381,247.03 under the Developer Agreement for mall demolition and reconstruction. All motions passed; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Awarded two front end loader contract to Miller Bradford (Case units) for $455,200
• Extended 2021 Sidewalk Project contract completion date to September 15th
• Approved Draw Request #3 for $381,247.03 for mall demolition and reconstruction

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider three conditional use applications, including a supportive home, an off-site parking lot, and mobile diagnostic imaging. The commission may vote on these items and will also set the next meeting date.

• Conditional use for long-term supportive home at 915 North 5th Street in NMU district
• Conditional use for off-site parking lot at 913 North 3rd Street (Woodson YMCA Foundation Inc.) in DPMU district
• Conditional use for mobile diagnostic imaging at 8454 Highland Drive (Shared Medical Technology Inc.) in MI district

The Plan Commission held public hearings on three conditional use requests. It approved a conditional use at 8454 Highland Drive for mobile diagnostic imaging as an accessory use in a Medium Industrial zoning district (7-0). It tabled decisions on a long-term supportive home at 915 North 5th Street and an off-site parking lot at 913 North 3rd Street, sending both to the next meeting on September 21, 2021. For the 915 North 5th Street item, the commission also directed staff to obtain an opinion from the City Attorney.

• Approved conditional use at 8454 Highland Drive for mobile diagnostic imaging as an accessory use in MI, Medium Industrial Zoning District (7-0)
• Tabled conditional use at 915 North 5th Street for a long-term supportive home in NMU zoning; brought back to next meeting and directed staff to obtain City Attorney opinion (7-0)
• Tabled conditional use at 913 North 3rd Street for an off-site parking lot in DPMU zoning; brought back to next meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:05 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including opening proposals for two front-end loaders, change orders for the wastewater treatment facility project, and a boiler replacement at the Public Safety Building. The board will also discuss contract extensions and payments for the 2021 Sidewalk Project and final payment for the 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate on claims.

• Open proposals for purchase of two front end loaders
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #8 & #9
• Discussion and possible action on boiler replacement at Public Safety Building
• 2021 Sidewalk Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Pay Estimate #1
• 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A: American Asphalt, Final Payment

The Board approved multiple construction change orders, equipment purchases, and project payments. They also issued several paving and concrete licenses and approved a claim settlement following a closed session.

• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility change orders #8 ($19,146.25) and #9 ($47,242.90)
• Approved Tweet Garot boiler replacement proposal for Public Safety Building
• Approved 2021 Sidewalk Project Pay Estimate #1 ($145,853.77)
• Approved 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A final payment ($11,695.80)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete licenses for Firkus Masonry and Q3 Contracting
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving license for Q3 Contracting
• Approved $1,115.53 claim settlement for Erie Insurance/Kathleen Brengosz
• Tabled 2021 Sidewalk Project contract extension

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will review and vote on various license applications, receive the Fire Department's operations report for July 2021, and discuss tavern activities, compliance checks, and law enforcement activities. The meeting is open to the public with options for remote participation.

• Approval or denial of various license applications
• Fire Department operations report for July 2021
• Tavern activities and compliance checks
• Law enforcement activities update

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the minutes of its 7/19/21 meeting and approved or denied license applications as recommended by staff, including a denial recommendation for an Operator's License for Rebecca Weber, who was not present to appeal. It also accepted the July 2021 Fire Department operations report and the July 2021 police operations report, both placed on file. By consensus, the committee agreed the tavern report will continue monthly while the more comprehensive police report may be presented quarterly. The meeting adjourned at 5:21 pm.

• Approved minutes of the 7/19/21 meeting (5-0)
• Approved or denied licenses as recommended by staff, including a denial recommendation for an Operator's License for Rebecca Weber (5-0)
• Placed July 2021 Fire Department operations report on file
• Placed July 2021 police operations report on file
• Consensus: tavern report to continue monthly; comprehensive police report may be presented quarterly
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council approved the purchase of four used buses from the City of Kenosha for $8,000 to support Metro Ride operations. Additionally, the Council approved a $210,000 mediated settlement for the lawsuit Bhagavati, LLC v. City of Wausau (Marathon County Case No. 19CV386).

• Approved purchase of 4 used buses for $8,000 (11-0)
• Approved $210,000 settlement for Bhagavati, LLC lawsuit (11-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Wausau Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss and potentially act on street cross sections for Washington Street and extensions of 2nd Street, 3rd Street, and Jackson Street. The committee will also consider permanent parking restrictions for a valet parking program on the 300 block of 3rd Street, parking restrictions at Highland Park Boulevard and Highland Court, and special assessments for 2021 street construction.

• Action on final resolution to levy special assessments for 2021 Street Construction Projects
• Action on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Aspirus at 716 North 3rd Street
• Action on Utility Easement on airport property for WPS and Charter Communications
• Discussion and possible action on street cross sections for Washington Street and extensions of 2nd Street, 3rd Street and Jackson Street
• Discussion and possible action on permanent parking restrictions on the 300 block of 3rd Street for Valet Parking Program

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee recommended a 78-foot right-of-way for Washington Street and extensions of 2nd Street, 3rd Street and Jackson Street as part of the Wausau Center street design. It also approved permanent parking restrictions for the 300 block of 3rd Street valet parking program, approved parking restrictions at Highland Park Boulevard and Highland Court, and approved a 10-foot multi-use trail for Stewart Avenue (72nd Avenue to 48th Avenue). All votes were unanimous 5-0, and the committee approved the consent agenda, which included special assessment resolutions, a stormwater maintenance agreement with Aspirus at 716 North 3rd Street, and a utility easement on airport property for WPS and Charter Communications.

• Recommended 78-foot right-of-way for Washington Street and 2nd, 3rd and Jackson Street extensions (5-0)
• Approved permanent parking restrictions for the 300 block of 3rd Street valet parking program (5-0)
• Approved parking restrictions at Highland Park Boulevard and Highland Court (5-0)
• Approved 10-foot multi-use trail and project as proposed for Stewart Avenue from 72nd Avenue to 48th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: July 8, 2021 minutes; final resolution to levy 2021 street construction special assessments; stormwater maintenance agreement with Aspirus at 716 North 3rd Street; utility easement on airport property for WPS and Charter Communications (5-0)
• Adjourned at approximately 6:20 p.m. (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of four used buses from the City of Kenosha for $8,000. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal strategy regarding a lawsuit (Marathon County Case No. 19CV386) involving Bhagavati, LLC, with possible action after reconvening.

• Resolution 20-1109: Authorize purchase of 4 used buses from City of Kenosha for $8,000
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy
• Potential action on closed session item after reconvening

At a special meeting on August 12, 2021, the Wausau Common Council voted 11-0 to approve a mediated settlement of the lawsuit Bhagavati, LLC, Marathon County Case No. 19CV386, in the amount of $210,000. The council also voted 11-0 to authorize buying 4 used buses from the City of Kenosha for $8,000 to keep Metro Ride operating until new buses arrive. The council met briefly in closed session with legal counsel about the litigation before returning to open session to act, then adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Approved $210,000 mediated settlement of Bhagavati, LLC lawsuit, Marathon County Case No. 19CV386 (11-0)
• Approved acquiring 4 used buses from the City of Kenosha for $8,000 (11-0)
• Convened in closed session for legal advice on litigation strategy and the mediated settlement (11-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:40 p.m.

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is deciding on a range of items including rezoning, a 32-unit apartment building, stormwater maintenance agreements, and budget modifications. It approved most items, but a resolution supporting environmental justice failed in a 2-2 vote. Several items remain pending, including a school resource officer agreement and advance vehicle ordering.

• Approved rezoning 1111 Westwood Drive from PUD to SMU
• Approved 32-unit multi-family building at 920 North 1st Street
• Approved stormwater maintenance agreements for properties on Grand and Stewart Avenues
• Approved budget modifications for electronic poll books, hot mix, and Fleet Maintenance Shop engineering
• Failed resolution supporting environmental justice (2-2 vote)

The Council approved the 'We Are Wausau' resolution and several zoning changes, including a 32-unit residential building. A resolution supporting environmental justice was referred back to the Committee of the Whole for editing. The Council also approved various budget modifications and inter-agency agreements.

• Adopted 'We Are Wausau' resolution (9-2)
• Referred Environmental Justice resolution to Committee of the Whole (9-2)
• Approved 32-unit multi-family residential building at 920 North 1st Street (9-2)
• Rezoned 1111 Westwood Drive to Suburban Mixed-Use Zoning District (11-0)
• Approved $1,000 interim contract with Aplomb PR for Facebook management (9-2)
• Approved budget modifications for Electronic Poll Books and Hot Mix (11-0)
• Approved Shared Services Agreement with Wausau School District for School Resource Officers (11-0)
• Approved Fire Department/DNR Memorandum of Understanding for Mutual Aid (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a presentation on Workday ERP software evaluation, a sole source purchase for special assessment software, a shared services agreement with the Wausau School District for School Resource Officers, funding for new council voting meeting manager software, and advance ordering of 2022 vehicles due to long lead times. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion and presentation on Workday ERP software evaluation and implementation
• Possible action on sole source purchase of special assessment software
• Possible action on Shared Services Agreement with Wausau School District for School Resource Officers
• Possible action on funding new council voting meeting manager software from Open Meeting Technologies
• Possible action on advance ordering of 2022 vehicles/equipment for motorpool

The Finance Committee approved renewing a shared services agreement with the Wausau School District for School Resource Officers, which includes just over $153,000 in reimbursement from the district. It also approved funding for new council voting software from Open Meeting Technologies, contingent on a full functionality review, and a sole source purchase of special assessment software. The committee advanced the Workday ERP evaluation to the full Council for its August 24, 2021 meeting and approved advance ordering of 2022 vehicles and equipment for the motorpool.

• Approved minutes of the 7/13/21 meeting (4-0)
• Renewed Shared Services Agreement for School Resource Officers with Wausau School District, with just over $153,000 reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved funding for Open Meeting Technologies voting software, contingent upon full functionality review (5-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of special assessment software from EIT Corporation (5-0)
• Moved Workday ERP evaluation to Council for consideration on August 24, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved advance ordering of 2022 vehicles/equipment for the motorpool (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 pm (unanimous)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss the monthly HR report, a biometric screening program, and proposed changes to employee shift differentials and COVID-19 symptom and exposure policies. The committee also plans to address an Amalgamated Transit Union grievance and hold closed sessions to discuss a separate union grievance regarding an employee termination and an extended leave of absence request.

• Discussion and Possible Action Amending Shift Differential (Employee Handbook 5.08)
• Discussion and Possible Action Approving Updated Policy for Employees with Symptoms or Exposure of Novel Covid-19 Flu (Coronavirus)
• Discussion of Amalgamated Transit Union Grievance (Step 3)
• Closed Session to consider ATU Local 1168 union grievance regarding an employee termination
• Closed Session to consider leave of absence requests exceeding 30 days for one employee

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and possibly vote on amending the General Development Plan to allow a three-story, 32-unit multi-family residential building at 920 North 1st Street in a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district. The meeting also includes setting the next meeting date and adjournment.

• Public hearing on amending General Development Plan for 920 North 1st Street
• Proposed three-story, 32-unit multi-family residential building
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) zoning district
• Possible action on the amendment

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to approve an amendment to the General Development Plan at 920 North 1st Street, allowing a three-story, 32-unit multi-family residential building in a Planned Unit Development zoning district. The site follows the first phase, Riverlife Apartments, and ties to the 2015 East Riverfront Brownfields Plan. A public hearing drew no public comments. Details such as parking designation and possible building shifts for an existing water main will be worked out in a later specific implementation plan.

• Approved General Development Plan amendment at 920 North 1st Street for a three-story 32-unit building (7-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing with no public comments
• Adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from its previous meeting and consider a change order and pay estimate for the 2021 Street Construction Project B with Haas Sons, Inc. The meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2021, at City Hall.

• Approve minutes of the July 27, 2021 meeting
• 2021 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Change Order #1
• 2021 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Pay Estimate #3

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of its July 27, 2021 meeting. It approved Change Order #1 for Haas Sons, Inc. on the 2021 Street Construction Project B in the amount of $4,867.80, and approved Pay Estimate #3 for the same project in the amount of $196,066.66. Both items were reviewed by Niksich and the project inspector, and both motions passed. The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:05 a.m.

• Approved minutes of the July 27, 2021 meeting
• Approved Change Order #1 for Haas Sons, Inc., 2021 Street Construction Project B, $4,867.80
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 for Haas Sons, Inc., 2021 Street Construction Project B, $196,066.66
• Adjourned at approximately 11:05 a.m.

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and receive the Director’s report on utility operations, including asset management, lead service line replacement, and wastewater plant updates. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on a solar agreement with WPS Energy, recruitment strategies for utility employees, and a biosolids sampling plan for PFAS.

• Approve minutes of July 6, 2021 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on a solar agreement with WPS Energy
• Discussion and possible action on recruitment and retention for utility employees
• Discussion and possible action on a biosolids sampling plan for PFAS

The commission approved the minutes from the July 6, 2021 meeting. No other formal actions were taken, though members discussed solar agreements, employee retention, and PFAS sampling.

• Approved July 6, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including waiving a right of first refusal for a property at 400 S. 86th Avenue, contracting with Aplomb PR to manage the Wausome Facebook page, amending a development agreement with Riverlife Condos, LLC, and assigning remnant parcels from Thomas Street Phase 1 to Thomas Street Duplex, LLC. They will also consider adopting the We Are Wausau Resolution. The meeting includes approval of minutes from 6/1/2021 and is open to public comment on agenda items only.

• Waiver of Right to First Refusal at 400 S. 86th Avenue from Cannistra Properties LLC to Quality Time Custom Fit Linens LLC
• Contracting with Aplomb PR to manage Wausome Facebook page
• Amendment to Development Agreement with Riverlife Condos, LLC for new property description and dates
• Assignment of Thomas Street Phase 1 remnant parcels from VestedNest Property Group LLC to Thomas Street Duplex, LLC and amendment eliminating paragraph 9
• Adopting We Are Wausau Resolution

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from June 1, 2021, and voted to waive the right of first refusal at 400 S 86th Avenue. The committee approved a $1,000 short-term contract with Aplomb PR for Wausau's Facebook page management and approved an amendment to the Thomas Street Phase 1 development agreement. A development agreement for Riverlife Condos was removed from the agenda, and the We Are Wausau Resolution was adopted with amendments.

• Approved minutes from 6/1/2021 (5-0)
• Approved Waiver of Right of First Refusal at 400 S 86th Ave (5-0)
• Approved contracting with Aplomb PR to manage Wausome Facebook page (4-1)
• Removed Riverlife Condos development agreement from agenda
• Approved Thomas Street Phase 1 development agreement amendment (5-0)
• Approved amendments to the We Are Wausau Resolution (5-0)
• Approved We Are Wausau Resolution as amended (4-1)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Wausau Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss the Green Tier Scorecard, land use and environmental justice for 1300 Cleveland Avenue, and a greenhouse gas emission reduction resolution. The committee will also discuss incorporating sustainability into new development projects.

• Discussion and possible recommendation for 1300 Cleveland Avenue regarding land use and environmental justice
• Discussion on Green Tier Scorecard
• Discussion on Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Discussion of incorporating sustainability into new development projects

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee voted to have staff draft a land-use recommendation for 1300 Cleveland Avenue based on its discussion of environmental justice, zoning history, and possible solar or light industrial uses. It tabled approval of the May 2021 minutes to fix errors. Members also discussed a Green Tier scorecard, a possible greenhouse gas reduction resolution, and sustainability incentives for new development, but took no votes on those items.

• Tabled approval of May 2021 SEEC minutes to next month to address errors (Kluz/Kilian)
• Directed staff Lenz to draft a land use recommendation for 1300 Cleveland Avenue based on committee discussion (Kilian/Lange)
• Adjourned at 5:25 p.m. (Kluz/Lange)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss potential shelter designs for Barker Stewart Island and receive updates on park operations, including urban forestry, playgrounds, and ADA corrections. The committee will also hear public comments and approve minutes from the July 12 meeting.

• Discussion on Barker Stewart Island shelter designs
• Park update covering urban forestry, playgrounds, ADA corrections, and routine operations
• Riverside Park testing update
• Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed two design options for a shelter using salvaged historic mill timbers but concluded that Barker Stewart Island is not the appropriate location. Staff will now explore alternative sites for the structure or consider repurposing the salvaged wood for other projects. No formal construction funds have been allocated for this initiative.

• Approved July 12, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Determined Barker Stewart Island is not the best location for the shelter
• Adjourned meeting at 5:15pm (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

A possible quorum of the Wausau Committee of the Whole and other Common Council committees will attend the two-day Hmong Wausau Festival at the Eastbay Sports Complex on July 31 and August 1, 2021. The notice states that no official city action will be taken at this event.

• Attendance at the Hmong Wausau Festival at Eastbay Sports Complex (602 E. Kent Street)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to consider approval of meeting minutes, a pay estimate for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, and a pay estimate for the 2020 Wausau Riverwalk Project. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Approve minutes of the July 20, 2021 meeting
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #12
• 2020 Wausau Riverwalk Project: Janke General Contractors, Pay Estimate #8
• Closed session to deliberate on claims

The Board of Public Works approved Pay Estimate #12 of $5,679,488.71 to Miron Construction for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, and Pay Estimate #8 of $144,495.16 to Janke General Contractors for the 2020 Wausau Riverwalk Project. The board also approved a $625 claim submitted by Kulas after meeting in closed session to deliberate on claims. All motions passed; the meeting adjourned at about 10:35 a.m.

• Approved Pay Estimate #12 to Miron Construction for $5,679,488.71 (wastewater treatment facility project)
• Approved Pay Estimate #8 to Janke General Contractors for $144,495.16 (2020 Wausau Riverwalk Project)
• Approved Kulas claim of $625 after closed session
• Approved minutes of the July 20, 2021 meeting
• Convened in closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) to deliberate on claims
• Reconvened into open session

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on several infrastructure and maintenance items, including recommendations for alley paving and street construction projects, as well as purchases and repairs for city equipment and facilities. The meeting will also discuss developer agreements, watermain repairs, and final payments for completed projects.

• Recommendation for 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid
• Recommendation for 2021 Street Construction Project C
• Purchase of a John Deere grader for the Department of Public Works
• Discussion and possible action on quotes for DPW entry door replacement
• Draw Request #2 regarding the Developer Agreement for mall demolition and reconstruction

The Wausau Board of Public Works approved the 2021 Street Construction Project C contract to Steen Construction and took no action on rebidding the alley paving project. The board also approved the purchase of a John Deere grader, DPW entry door replacements, mall demolition draw request, a watermain repair under the Thomas Street Bridge, and final payments for two completed projects.

• Approved minutes of the July 13, 2021 meeting
• No action taken on recommendation to rebid the 2021 Alley Paving Project
• Approved awarding 2021 Street Construction Project C to Steen Construction for $489,134.75
• Approved purchase of a John Deere grader for DPW for $317,500
• Accepted quote from LaForce for DPW entry door replacement in the amount of $22,080
• Approved Draw Request #2 for the mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement for $276,208.73
• Approved sole-source watermain repair under the Thomas Street Bridge by Janke General Contractors for $37,375 contingent upon Finance Director approval
• Approved final payment to August Winter & Sons, Inc. of $11,964.20 for Industrial Park Lift Station Rehabilitation and final payment to Haas Sons, Inc. of $14,848.60 for 2020 North 3rd Street Retaining Wall

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on several zoning and development items, including a rezoning request, amendments to planned unit developments, and a conditional use permit. The commission will also vote on vacating an alley and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Rezoning 1111 Westwood Drive from PUD to SMU (REI/Wausau Rehab LP)
• Amend General Development Plan at 211 Lavina Drive for reconstruction and new 8-unit building (Marathon Technical Services LLC)
• Amend Specific Implementation Plan at 901 East Thomas Street to allow overnight camper parking (Donald Zamzow)
• Conditional use at 8454 Highland Drive for mobile diagnostic imaging (Shared Medical Technology Inc.)
• Vacate unpaved alley abutting 205 and 209-211 Short Street, 1202, 1210, 1212 North 3rd Street

The Wausau Plan Commission voted to deny a general development plan amendment for 211 Lavina Drive following neighborhood opposition regarding unauthorized tree removal and property concerns. The commission approved rezoning 1111 Westwood Drive, approved a specific implementation plan for overnight camper parking at 901 East Thomas Street, approved a conditional use for mobile diagnostic imaging at 8454 Highland Drive, and voted to vacate an unpaved alley near Short Street and North 3rd Street. All items requiring Common Council action are scheduled to be heard on August 10, 2021.

• Approved minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1111 Westwood Drive from PUD to SMU (7-0)
• Denied request to amend the general development plan at 211 Lavina Drive (6-1, Brueggeman opposed)
• Approved specific implementation plan at 901 East Thomas Street for up to 4 overnight camper vehicle spaces with a DATCP campground license (7-0)
• Approved conditional use at 8454 Highland Drive for mobile diagnostic imaging as an accessory use (7-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing an unpaved alley abutting 205 and 209-211 Short Street and 1202, 1210, and 1212 North 3rd Street (7-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will review license applications, discuss a downtown film shoot request, and receive the Fire Department's June 2021 operations report. They will also review tavern compliance checks and law enforcement activities. The meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes and communications.

• Consider approval or denial of various license applications
• Discussion and possible action on downtown film shoot request by Brenton Wildman
• Fire Department Operations Report for June 2021
• Tavern Activities / Compliance Checks / Law Enforcement Activities

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a request by Brenton Wildman for a nighttime dance film shoot downtown, allowing closure of the 500 and 600 blocks of 3rd Street and McClellan from 2nd to 4th Street as needed from 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm on Sunday, July 25, 2021. The committee also approved license applications as recommended by staff, with any pending applications contingent on the Police Chief's approval. The Fire Department's June 2021 Operations Report and the Wausau PD May 2021 Operations Report were placed on file. No license denials were recommended this month.

• Approved minutes of the 6/29/21 meeting (5-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended by staff, pending applications contingent on Police Chief approval (5-0)
• Approved film shoot request with closure of 500 and 600 blocks of 3rd Street and McClellan from 2nd to 4th Street as needed, 8:00 pm–11:30 pm Sunday, July 25, 2021 (5-0)
• Placed Fire Department June 2021 Operations Report on file
• Placed Wausau PD May 2021 Operations Report on file
• Adjourned meeting at 5:42 pm (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to consider bids for the 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid and the 2021 Street Construction Project C. The board will also make a recommendation on purchasing a John Deere grader for the Department of Public Works and review a pay estimate for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project.

• Open bids and make recommendation for 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid
• Open bids and make recommendation for 2021 Street Construction Project C
• Make recommendation for the purchase of a John Deere grader for the Department of Public Works
• 2021 Pavement Marking Project: Sir Lines-A-Lot, Pay Estimate #2

The board approved a pay estimate for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project. Bids for alley paving and street construction were opened but not awarded as they exceeded budgets.

• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for Sir Lines-A-Lot in the amount of $19,745.94
• Approved minutes of the July 6, 2021 meeting
• Tabled recommendation for 2021 Alley Paving Project due to bid exceeding budget
• Tabled recommendation for 2021 Street Construction Project C due to bid exceeding estimate

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several 2021 budget modifications, including funding for additional environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue and the acquisition of used buses. The committee will also review an amendment regarding storage space for the Stone Mill historic saw mill structure, election budget changes to purchase Badger Books, and facility engineering services.

• Discussion and possible action on 2021 budget modification for additional environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Discussion and possible action regarding budget modification to fund the acquisition of up to 4 used buses for a total not to exceed $16,000
• Discussion and possible action on amendment for storage space of Stone Mill historic saw mill structure with Andy Johnson
• Discussion and possible action regarding budget modification - election budget to purchase Badger Books
• Discussion and possible action regarding budget modification facility engineering services

The committee approved budget modifications for facility engineering, road paving, electronic poll books, and transit vehicles. It also authorized funding for environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue and a lease amendment for the Stone Mill structure.

• Approved budget modification for facility engineering services (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 budget modification for hot mix (4-0)
• Approved lease amendment to month-to-month for Stone Mill historic saw mill storage (4-0)
• Approved budget modification to purchase Badger Books electronic poll books (4-0)
• Approved budget modification for up to 4 used buses, not to exceed $16,000 (4-0)
• Approved $98,500 budget modification for environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/15/21 meeting (4-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on July 13, 2021, and approved several ordinances and resolutions, including designating no-parking zones near Schulenburg Pool, vacating an alley near Turner Street, and annexing land from the Town of Weston. Several resolutions, such as a strategic plan agreement with BerryDunn and budget modifications for environmental testing, remain pending.

• No parking both sides on entrance road to Schulenburg Pool off Summit Drive (21-0704)
• Vacated unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street between North 8th, North 9th, and Augusta Avenue (21-0409)
• Annexation of Michael and Angela Grundman property, Northwestern Avenue (21-0705)
• Resolution for strategic plan development with BerryDunn McNeil & Parker, LLC (21-0706) - Pending
• 2021 budget modification for environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue (20-1109) - Pending

The Common Council approved zoning for a 120-unit residential and commercial development at 1200 North River Drive. Council also authorized a professional services agreement with BerryDunn for strategic planning and approved budget modifications for environmental testing.

• Approved zoning for 120 residential units and 6,050 sq ft of commercial space at 1200 North River Drive (7-3)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker, LLC for strategic plan development (7-2)
• Approved $98,500 budget modification for environmental testing at 1300 Cleveland Avenue (10-0)
• Confirmed Mayor's appointments to Affordable Housing Regional Task Force and Capital Improvement Program Committee (6-3)
• Annexed territory from Town of Weston for Michael and Angela Grandaunt on Northwestern Avenue (10-0)
• Denied resolution to eliminate dial-in option for governmental body meetings (2-8)
• Approved reclassification of Stockroom Specialist to Parts Specialist (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Section 2.16.010 regarding meeting rules and speaker time limits (9-1)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend approval of 2022 staffing requests, as well as alder use of park shelters. They will also discuss a resolution on environmental justice and interest in a city parks tour. The agenda includes updates on various park projects and operations.

• Discussion and possible action on 2022 staffing requests
• Discussion on alder use of park shelters
• Discussion on a resolution to support environmental justice
• Park updates: urban forestry, goats, bike share, swimming pools, playgrounds, Riverside Park shelter, ADA corrections
• Riverside Park testing update and 2nd dog park location update

The committee voted to recommend approval of 2022 staffing requests, which include a new Recreation Supervisor, a Maintenance Technician, and an additional forestry position to address Emerald Ash Borer. Members also discussed a proposed environmental justice resolution and reviewed updates on park operations, including pool staffing and tree removal at the Elm Street reservoir. The committee scheduled its next meeting for August 2, 2021, at Brockmeyer Park.

• Approved June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022 staffing requests (5-0)
• Scheduled August 2, 2021 meeting at Brockmeyer Park
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10pm (5-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including vacating an alley near Short Street and North 3rd Street, parking restrictions on 10th Street, a revised agreement for 72nd Avenue and Business Campus Trail, and street cross sections for Washington Street and extensions of 2nd, 3rd, and Jackson Streets. They will also consider stormwater maintenance agreements with two property owners and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on vacating unpaved alley abutting 205 and 209-211 Short Street, 1202, 1210, 1212 North 3rd Street
• Stormwater maintenance agreements with WSC Properties LLC (3701, 3805, 3815, 3901 Stewart Ave) and Emmerich & Associates (2101, 2105 Grand Ave)
• Parking restrictions on 10th Street (Townline Road to Bridge Street)
• 72nd Avenue and Business Campus Trail Memorandum of Agreement revision
• Street cross sections for Washington Street and extensions of 2nd, 3rd, Jackson Streets (Wausau Center Street Design)

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved a consent agenda including stormwater maintenance agreements and minutes, and approved vacating an unpaved alley near Short Street and North 3rd Street. The committee approved parking restrictions on 10th Street and a revised Memorandum of Agreement for the 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail. A motion to approve 74 feet of right-of-way for the Wausau Center Street Design was withdrawn after discussion, and action was held until further information and renderings are presented.

• Approved consent agenda: June 10 minutes, stormwater agreements with WSC Properties LLC (3701, 3805, 3815, 3901 Stewart Avenue) and Emmerich & Associates (2101, 2105 Grand Avenue) (4-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing unpaved alley abutting 205 and 209-211 Short Street, 1202, 1210, 1212 North 3rd Street (4-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on 10th Street (Townline Road – Bridge Street) as recommended by staff (5-0)
• Approved revised 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail Memorandum of Agreement with minor WisDOT language additions (5-0)
• Held action on 74-foot right-of-way for Washington Street and 2nd, 3rd, Jackson Street extensions pending additional renderings
• Adjourned at approximately 6:25 p.m. (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Wausau Committee of the Whole is meeting to hold a swear-in ceremony for Fire Chief Robert Barteck. The meeting takes place at the UWSP Wausau Campus Auditorium on July 7, 2021. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Fire Chief Robert Barteck Swear-In Ceremony

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and final payments for construction contracts, including pond lining and industrial park force main work. The board will also consider a license application and discuss pre-qualification for upcoming alley paving and street construction projects.

• Approve minutes of June 29, 2021 meeting
• Final payment for 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining project to Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc.
• Change Order #2 for Industrial Park Force Main Access Points to A-1 Excavating, Inc.
• Portland Cement Concrete License application from Norcon Corporation
• Closed session to discuss pre-qualification for 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid and 2021 Street Construction Project C

The Board of Public Works approved a $5,000 final payment to Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc. for the 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining project, which staff said is 100% complete and operating properly. It approved Change Order #2 with A-1 Excavating, Inc. extending completion dates on the Industrial Park Force Main Access Points project, and approved a Portland Cement Concrete License for Norcon Corporation. After a closed session on pre-qualification statements, the board approved American Asphalt of Wisconsin for the 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid and approved nine bidders for 2021 Street Construction Project C.

• Approved minutes of the June 29, 2021 meeting
• Approved $5,000 final payment to Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc. for 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining
• Approved Change Order #2 with A-1 Excavating, Inc. extending substantial completion to October 15, 2021 and ready for final payment to October 29, 2021
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Norcon Corporation
• Convened in closed session under Section 19.85(d), Wis. Stats., on pre-qualification statements for 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid and 2021 Street Construction Project C
• Approved American Asphalt of Wisconsin, Mosinee, for 2021 Alley Paving Project - Rebid
• Approved nine bidders for 2021 Street Construction Project C: A-1 Excavating, Inc.; Earth, Inc.; Francis Melvin, Inc.; Haas Sons, Inc.; Integrity Grading & Excavating, Inc.; James Peterson Sons, Inc.; Musson Bros., Inc.; Pember Companies, Inc.; Steen Construction, Inc.
• Adjourned at approximately 11:08 a.m.

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will approve the minutes from the June 1 meeting and review the Director’s report on utility operations, including updates on the drinking water treatment facility, lead service line replacements, and wastewater plant permits. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on a utility-owned solar array partnership with WPS, the lead service line replacement program, and a sole source purchase request to rehabilitate the 2.5 MG prestressed concrete tank at Elm St. Reservoir.

• Approve Minutes of June 1, 2021 Meeting
• Director’s Report on Utility Operations (updates on PBB, DWTF, LSL replacements, wastewater permits)
• Discussion on Utility-Owned Solar Array Partnership with WPS
• Discussion on Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Discussion on Sole Source Purchase Request for 2.5 MG Prestressed Concrete Tank, Elm St. Reservoir

The Wausau Water Works Commission voted unanimously to move forward with a utility-owned solar array while continuing to explore partnerships with other entities. It also approved using outside contractors for the lead service line (LSL) replacement program, along with a communications outreach plan and consideration of an ordinance change. The commission approved a sole-source rehabilitation of the 2.5 MG prestressed concrete tank at the Elm St. Reservoir, where the current project budget is $180,000. The June 1, 2021 minutes were approved 5-0 with a request for briefer minutes going forward.

• Approved June 1, 2021 minutes, with future minutes to be briefer (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with a utility-owned solar array while exploring other partnerships (unanimous)
• Approved contracting out private and public side LSL replacement, plus outreach plan and possible ordinance change (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with rehab of the 2.5 MG Elm St. Reservoir tank; current budget $180,000 (unanimous)
• Director's Report placed on file, no motion needed

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee will meet to discuss sustainability metrics, a land-use case at 1300 Cleveland Avenue, and a greenhouse gas reduction resolution. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion on Green Tier Scorecard
• Possible recommendation for 1300 Cleveland Avenue land use and environmental justice
• Discussion on Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Sustainability integration into new development projects

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works met to approve the final payment for the 2020 Brockmeyer Park Trail Project and a pay estimate for the 2021 Street Construction Project B. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and held a closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Approve final payment to Janke General Contractors for the 2020 Brockmeyer Park Trail Project
• Approve Pay Estimate #2 to Haas Sons, Inc. for the 2021 Street Construction Project B
• Approve minutes of the June 22, 2021 meeting
• Closed session to deliberate on claims pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(g), Wis. Stats.

The Board of Public Works approved final payment of $79,339.70 to Janke General Contractors for the 2020 Brockmeyer Park Trail Project and Pay Estimate #2 of $392,224.17 to Haas Sons, Inc. for the 2021 Street Construction Project B. The board also met in closed session to deliberate on claims, then denied a claim submitted by Ostrowski for $325. It approved the minutes of the June 22, 2021 meeting.

• Approved final payment of $79,339.70 to Janke General Contractors for the 2020 Brockmeyer Park Trail Project
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 of $392,224.17 to Haas Sons, Inc. for the 2021 Street Construction Project B
• Denied a claim submitted by Ostrowski for $325
• Approved minutes of the June 22, 2021 meeting

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss and possibly act on a resolution supporting environmental justice, review various license applications, and consider a premise amendment for an outdoor beer garden at 101 N 3rd Ave. The Fire Department will also present its May 2021 operations report.

• Vote on 'Resolution to Support Environmental Justice' recommended by Liberation and Freedom Committee
• Consider approval of outdoor beer garden permit for 101 Pub at 101 N 3rd Ave (Brewer Entertainment LLC)
• Review license applications for approval or denial
• Amend Concerts on the Square to add July 4, 2021 concert (Wausau Events)
• Fire Department Operations Report for May 2021

The committee voted down a resolution to support environmental justice after public comment and discussion. It approved a premise amendment for an outdoor beer garden at 101 Pub and an additional July 4 concert for Wausau Events.

• Approved minutes of 5/24/21 meeting (4-0)
• Amended wording in Section 2 of Environmental Justice Resolution (3-1)
• Denied Environmental Justice Resolution (2-2)
• Approved license applications as recommended by staff (4-0)
• Approved premise amendment for outdoor beer garden at 101 Pub (4-0)
• Approved additional July 4 concert for Wausau Events (4-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss the rain barrel pick up event from 9 AM to 12 PM. No other agenda items are listed.

• Rain Barrel Pick Up 9 AM – 12 PM

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to approve minutes, review pay estimates for the drinking water and wastewater treatment facility projects, and discuss a draw request related to the mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement. All items may be acted upon.

• Approve minutes of June 15, 2021 meeting
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction Pay Estimate #10
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction Pay Estimate #11
• Discussion and possible action on Draw Request #1 for mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement

The Board of Public Works approved several progress payments for ongoing city infrastructure and development projects. These included payments for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, the Wastewater Treatment Facility, the mall redevelopment, and street construction.

• Approved $1,925,070.20 payment for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved $4,007,902.99 payment for Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approved $524,015.04 payment for mall demolition and reconstruction
• Approved $198,003.54 payment for 2021 Street Construction Project B
• Approved June 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several development proposals, including a 122-unit residential and commercial project, a homeless shelter, and a mixed-use apartment development. They will also vote on vacating an alley and an annexation petition.

• Public hearing on amending General Development Plan at 1200 North River Drive for 122 residential units and 6,050 sq ft commercial space in PUD district
• Conditional use for homeless shelter at 360/372 Grand Avenue in UMU district (Catholic Charities)
• Specific Implementation Plan at 1520 and 1601 Elm Street for mixed-use apartment development in PUD district
• Vacating unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street between North 8th Street and Augusta Avenue
• Annexation petition for property in Town of Weston

The Wausau Plan Commission approved four items unanimously on June 16, 2021. It amended the General Development Plan at 1200 North River Drive to allow 122 residential units and 6,050 square feet of commercial space in a Planned Unit Development district. It also approved a conditional use at 360/372 Grand Avenue for institutional residential use including a homeless shelter, conditioned on maintaining a long-term parking agreement with Thrive Church, and approved a specific implementation plan at 1520 and 1601 Elm Street for a mixed-use apartment development. The River Drive amendment, the alley vacation west of 827 Turner Street, and the Grundman annexation petition will go to Common Council on July 13, 2021.

• Approved minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Amended General Development Plan at 1200 North River Drive for 122 residential units and 6,050 sq ft commercial space in a PUD (7-0); goes to Common Council July 13, 2021
• Approved conditional use at 360/372 Grand Avenue for institutional residential land use including a homeless shelter in a UMU district, conditioned on maintaining a long-term parking agreement with Thrive Church (7-0)
• Approved specific implementation plan at 1520 and 1601 Elm Street for a mixed-use apartment development in a PUD, conditioned on meeting parking lot landscaping and bicycle-pedestrian circulation standards (7-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing an unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street between North 8th Street and Augusta Avenue (7-0); goes to Common Council July 13, 2021
• Approved petition for annexation – Grundman (082-2808-062-0994, Town of Weston) (7-0); goes to Common Council July 13, 2021
• Adjourned at 5:25 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to approve the minutes from its June 8, 2021 meeting and to consider pay estimates for two ongoing construction projects: the 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A and the 2021 Pavement Marking Project. These are routine administrative actions to authorize payments to contractors.

• Approve minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting
• 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A: American Asphalt, Pay Estimate #1
• 2021 Pavement Marking Project: Sir Lines-A-Lot, Pay Estimate #1

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of its June 8, 2021 meeting. It then approved Pay Estimate #1 of $222,219.72 for the 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A with American Asphalt, and Pay Estimate #1 of $62,817.80 for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project with Sir Lines-A-Lot. Both estimates had been reviewed by staff, and the meeting adjourned at about 11:05 a.m.

• Approved minutes of the June 8, 2021 meeting
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 of $222,219.72 for 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A (American Asphalt)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 of $62,817.80 for 2021 Pavement Marking Project (Sir Lines-A-Lot)
• Adjourned at approximately 11:05 a.m.

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including a tourism entity agreement, renewal of an enterprise vehicle lease, transit capital technology projects, a waiver of right of first refusal for a property, sale proceeds for a fire station, the March 2021 General Fund financial report, a reimbursement resolution for fire truck debt, a budget modification for the MetroRide Fund, and a contract for hazardous materials response team services. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.

• Tourism Entity Agreement between City of Wausau, Room Tax Commission, and Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Renewal of Enterprise vehicle lease contract
• Waiver of Right of First Refusal at 7120 Stewart Avenue from Toenjes Properties, LLC to Kingspan Light & Air LLC
• Sale proceeds for Fire Station
• Reimbursement Resolution for Fire Truck 2021A Debt

The Wausau Finance Committee approved several items on June 15, 2021, including a five-year Enterprise vehicle lease at $295,553 annually, contingent on review by Mercury. The committee also approved a Tourism Entity Agreement with the Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau, allocated about $141,000 in Fire Station sale proceeds to the Motor Pool fund, and approved a $20,000 Metro Ride budget modification for phone system replacement. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved minutes of 5/25/21 and 6/1/21 meetings (5-0)
• Approved levy funds to cover Transit phone system; computer replacement from City equipment replacement fund (5-0)
• Approved waiver of Right of First Refusal at 7120 Stewart Avenue from Toenjes Properties, LLC to Kingspan Light & Air LLC (5-0)
• Approved Tourism Entity Agreement with City of Wausau, Room Tax Commission and Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved continuing Enterprise vehicle lease at $295,553 per year for 5 years, contingent on Mercury review (5-0)
• Allocated Fire Station sale proceeds (just shy of $141,000) to Motor Pool fund (5-0)
• Designated debt proceeds to cover cost of 2 Fire Engines (5-0)
• Modified Metro Ride budget by $20,000 for phone system replacement (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on June 15, 2021, to approve funding for affordable housing renovations, receive new fire trucks, and discuss various administrative and policy matters. The meeting included approvals of ordinances, resolutions, and contracts, as well as a closed session for legal and property discussions.

• Approved $350,000 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for Landmark affordable housing project renovation
• Approved delivery of new fire trucks presented by Fire Chief Robert Barteck
• Approved ordinance amending no-parking zones and adding two 15-minute parking stalls on West Wausau Avenue
• Approved contract for Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Services with the State of Wisconsin
• Approved waiver for property repurchase at 7120 Stewart Avenue from Toenjes Properties, LLC to Kingspan Light & Air LLC

The Wausau Common Council voted 6-5 to refer the "Community For All" resolution back to committee to craft a proper statement rather than a resolution. The council also approved $350,000 in federal coronavirus recovery funds for the Landmark affordable housing renovation, authorized deferral of loan and lease payments for small businesses through December 2021, and terminated various COVID-related proclamations and declarations. All other agenda items passed, most unanimously.

• Referred Community For All resolution back to committee (6-5)
• Approved $350,000 in coronavirus recovery funds for Landmark affordable housing renovation (11-0)
• Authorized deferral of interest, principal, and ground lease payments for small businesses through December 2021 (11-0)
• Approved fourth amendment to development agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc. (10-1)
• Approved waiver and first amendment to development agreement with CGI Technologies and Solutions (9-2)
• Terminated various COVID-related proclamations, declarations, and resolutions (11-0)
• Approved waiver of first right of refusal to repurchase 7120 Stewart Avenue from Toenjes Properties, LLC to Kingspan Light & Air LLC (11-0)
• Approved tourism entity agreement with Room Tax Commission and Wausau Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (11-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will discuss and possibly vote on reclassifying three positions, updating COVID-19 and alcohol policies, creating a new administrative role, and approving leave requests. The meeting also includes a closed session for sensitive personnel matters.

• Reclassifying Parts Specialist position (SG 19, $40,934–$57,304)
• Reclassifying Public Relations Specialist to Community Relations Manager (SG 15, $52,832–$79,227)
• Creating shared Administrative Assistant II role between Mayor’s Office and Development Department
• Approving updated COVID-19 exposure policy and alcohol misuse prevention policy
• Closed session for leave requests exceeding 30 days for two employees

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will review a Motor Pool Study and a Public Works report. The body will hold a public hearing to potentially vacate an unpaved alley and discuss an annexation petition from the Town of Weston. Additionally, the committee will consider parking restrictions for Schulenburg Pool.

• Public hearing to vacate unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street
• Discussion of annexation petition for Grundman (082-2808-062-0994) from Town of Weston
• Discussion of parking restrictions on entrance road to Schulenburg Pool off Summit Drive
• Presentation by Mercury Associates on the Motor Pool Study

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee received a presentation from Mercury Associates on its completed Fleet Management Study, which recommended adding a Fleet Analyst and technician, rebranding the Motor Pool Division, renewing the aging fleet, and improving facilities and parts management. The report was placed on file and referred to during the budget process; no action was taken on its recommendations. The committee approved minutes of the May 13 meeting, vacating an unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street, an annexation petition for a Grundman parcel in the Town of Weston, and parking restrictions on both sides of the entrance road to Schulenburg Pool. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved minutes of the May 13, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing an unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street between North 8th Street, North 9th Street and Augusta Avenue (4-0)
• Approved annexation petition for Grundman parcel (082-2808-062-0994, Town of Weston) (4-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on both sides of the entrance road to Schulenburg Pool off Summit Drive (4-0)
• Placed Mercury Associates Fleet Management Study on file and referred it to the budget process (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned at approximately 7:00 p.m. (4-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hold a special meeting to address the non-renewal of a Class B Beer & Liquor License. The agenda includes a hearing regarding Brandenburg's Wagon Wheel Inc. for failing to keep its premises open, followed by a closed session and a final determination.

• Non-renewal hearing for Brandenburg's Wagon Wheel Inc. Class B Beer & Liquor License
• Cited violation: Abandonment of Premises at 3901 N. 6th Street, Wausau, WI 54403
• Closed session to deliberate on the quasi-judicial hearing
• Reconvene to make final determination on the license non-renewal

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve the minutes from its June 1, 2021 meeting and consider several construction-related items. The board will also discuss recommendations for the 2021 Alley Paving Project and review licensing requests from Miron Construction Co., Inc.

• Approve minutes of June 1, 2021 meeting
• Open RFP for single-family dwelling at 206 North 6th Avenue
• Recommend 2021 Alley Paving Project
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Miron Construction Co., Inc.
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: Miron Construction Co., Inc.

The Board of Public Works approved Portland Cement Concrete and Bituminous Concrete Paving licenses for Miron Construction Co., Inc. It also approved the minutes of the June 1, 2021 meeting. No proposals were received for a single-family dwelling at 206 North 6th Avenue, and the board discussed rebidding later. The 2021 Alley Paving Project bids came in over budget, and staff recommended scaling back storm sewer work and rebidding.

• Approved minutes of the June 1, 2021 meeting
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Miron Construction Co., Inc.
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Miron Construction Co., Inc.
• No action taken on 206 North 6th Avenue dwelling; no proposals received, staff to consider rebidding in January or late fall
• No formal action on 2021 Alley Paving Project; staff recommended scaling back storm sewer and rebidding

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will review a final design and cost estimate for reconstructing a historic mill building at the south riverfront, alongside an update on the completed two-phase skate park design by Spohn Ranch. The committee will also hear educational updates on seasonal park maintenance, pool openings, athletic fields, and urban forestry.

• Discussion and possible action on Mill Building update and architectural plans by Galbraith Carnahan Architects
• Discussion and possible action on Skate Park update regarding Spohn Ranch's completed two-phase design
• Park maintenance updates including Barker-Stewart bridge decking, Lincoln Tot Lot playground, pools, and Riverlife Wharf docks
• Urban forestry update noting 328 trees planted this spring out of 450 planned
• Riverside Park remediation update and Board of Public Works review of contractor's letter of credit

The Wausau Park and Recreation Committee approved its May 3, 2021 draft minutes by a 5-0 voice vote and then adjourned at 5:00pm by another 5-0 vote. The rest of the meeting was educational: staff reported on storm cleanup, tree planting, stump removal, playground completion items, pool openings on June 4, and the June 5 grand opening of 2 Hearts Dog Park. No other substantive decisions were made; the committee set future agenda items (tuck pointing at Stewart Park's western performance stage wall and a second dog park) and rescheduled its next meeting to July 12, 2021 at 5:30pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Approved May 3, 2021 draft minutes (5-0 voice vote)
• Adjourned at 5:00pm (5-0 voice vote)
• Set future agenda items: tuck pointing Stewart Park western performance stage wall, second dog park
• Rescheduled next meeting to Monday, July 12, 2021 at 5:30pm in Council Chambers at City Hall

Committee of the Whole

This agenda announces a possible quorum of the Committee of the Whole for the grand opening event of 2 Hearts Dog Park. The gathering includes a ribbon cutting at 11:00 AM and a raffle drawing at 11:45 AM. No other municipal business or votes are scheduled.

• Ribbon cutting at 11:00 AM
• Raffle drawing at 11:45 AM

Finance Committee

The joint Finance and Economic Development committees voted 5-0 in each committee to fund Gorman & Company's $350,000 gap request for the Landmark Apartments affordable housing project at 221 Scott Street using American Rescue Plan Act Local Fiscal Recovery Funds rather than TID 12. The committees also voted 5-0 in each committee to let Tammy Stratz work with small businesses on deferring city loan payments for up to 12 months. Motions to add $30,000 for displaced residents' moving costs and to seek an attorney's analysis of using rescue funds for transitional expenses both failed for lack of a second.

• Finance Committee approved using American Rescue Plan funds instead of TID 12 for the $350,000 Gorman & Company request (5-0)
• Economic Development Committee approved using American Rescue Plan funds for the Gorman project (5-0)
• Finance Committee approved allowing Stratz to work with businesses on deferring city loan payments up to 12 months (5-0)
• Economic Development Committee approved the same loan deferral leeway (5-0)
• Motion to increase the Gorman request by $30,000 for displaced residents' moving costs failed for lack of a second
• Motion to have the attorney's office analyze whether rescue funds can cover transitional expenses failed for lack of a second
• Finance Committee adjourned (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to consider various infrastructure projects, including change orders for water and wastewater facilities and final payments for street construction. The board will also review bids for the 2021 Alley Paving Project and consider issuing concrete and paving licenses.

• Open bids for 2021 Alley Paving Project
• Change Order #7 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project (Miron Construction)
• Change Order #1 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Miron Construction)
• Final payment for 2020 18th Avenue Relocation Project (Sunrise Trucking & Excavating LLC)
• Pay Estimate #1 for 2021 Street Construction Project A (Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC)

The Board of Public Works approved several construction-related payments and change orders, including Pay Estimate #1 of $243,209.50 to Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC for the 2021 Street Construction Project A on 3rd Avenue. It also approved Change Order #7 for $8,598.59 on the Wastewater Treatment Facility project and Change Order #1 for a $5,607.52 deduction on the Drinking Water Treatment Facility project. Bids for the 2021 Alley Paving Project were opened but no recommendation was made; staff will review the budget and bring the item back. The board also approved a $3,000 final payment for the 2020 18th Avenue Relocation Project and approved three contractor licenses.

• Approved minutes of the May 26, 2021 meeting
• Opened 2021 Alley Paving Project bids: Merrill Gravel & Construction Co. $52,663.50; American Asphalt of Wisconsin $54,048.75; no recommendation made, item to return after budget review
• Approved Change Order #7 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: $8,598.59
• Approved Change Order #1 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility: deduction of $5,607.52
• Approved final payment of $3,000 for 2020 18th Avenue Relocation Project to Sunrise Trucking & Excavating LLC
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 of $243,209.50 for 2021 Street Construction Project A to Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete Licenses for Krall's Masonry Contractors Inc. and KSK, Inc.
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Blackline Asphalt, Inc.

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will review the 2022-2026 capital budget and discuss the Lead Service Line (LSL) replacement program. The commission will also address wastewater compliance reporting, solar partnership updates with WPS, and PFOS sampling protocols.

• 2022-2026 Capital Budget discussion
• LSL Replacement Program action
• Wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
• Solar ownership/partnership discussion with WPS
• PFOS sampling of drinking water and wastewater

The commission unanimously approved pursuing Option 1 for lead service line replacement, using contracted services, and directed staff to develop a plan for low-to-moderate-income residents using American Rescue Plan funds within 60 days. It also accepted the 2022-2026 capital budget, approved the Wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report, and supported continued talks with WPS on a solar partnership, with an agreement to return in July. The meeting included updates on rain barrels and PFOS sampling, but no final decisions on those items.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved pursuing Option 1 for lead service line replacement using contracted services (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to develop a plan for low-to-moderate-income individuals using American Rescue Plan funds within 60 days (5-0)
• Accepted 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and forwarded to city council (5-0)
• Supported continued work with WPS on solar partnership and directed staff to bring back an agreement and additional numbers in July (no formal vote recorded)
• Set next meeting for July 6, 2021 (no formal vote recorded)

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development and Finance committees are meeting to consider a $350,000 funding request for the Landmark Apartments affordable housing project at 221 Scott Street using TID 12 and American Rescue Plan Act funds. They will also discuss extending small business loan deferrals due to COVID-19 and review a development agreement for Riverlife north zone lots with T. Wall Enterprises Development LLC. Additionally, the agenda includes discussion on the Community For All resolution and a 4th amendment to the development agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc.

• Consider $350,000 funding request from Gorman & Company, LLC for 221 Scott Street (Landmark Apartments) Affordable Housing project
• Consider extension on deferral of principal payments on city-funded loans for small businesses
• Discuss 4th amendment to development agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc.
• Discuss terms of a Development Agreement with T. Wall Enterprises Development LLC for Riverlife north zone lots #6, 7 and 8
• Discuss Community For All resolution

The joint Finance and Economic Development committees voted 5-0 to fund Gorman & Company's $350,000 request for the Landmark Apartments affordable housing project at 221 Scott Street using American Rescue Plan Act funds rather than TID 12. Both committees also voted 5-0 to let staff work with small businesses on deferring city loan payments for up to 12 months. The Economic Development Committee approved the 4th amendment to the development agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc. 4-1, with Tom Kilian dissenting, and approved a Community For All proclamation 5-0 after amending it to remove a reference to a New York Times article and to define equity. On Riverlife north zone lots #6, 7 and 8, the committee met in closed session and asked staff to finalize a term sheet for council consideration; no agreement terms were decided.

• Approved using American Rescue Plan Act funds (not TID 12) for Gorman & Company's $350,000 Landmark Apartments request (Finance 5-0; ED 5-0)
• Rejected Kilian motion to add $30,000 for displaced-tenant moving costs — no second
• Rejected Kilian motion for attorney analysis of using ARPA funds for transitional expenses — no second
• Approved letting staff defer city small-business loan payments up to 12 months (Finance 5-0; ED 5-0)
• Approved 4th amendment to development agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc. (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Approved Community For All proclamation as amended — removed New York Times reference, defined equity (5-0)
• Approved 5/4/2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Riverlife lots #6, 7, 8: closed session held; staff directed to finalize term sheet for council — no terms decided

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to consider final payment for a street construction project, review a concrete license, and deliberate on pre-qualification statements and claims in closed session. Residents can track infrastructure project closeouts and municipal contractor licensing through these proceedings.

• Approve minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting
• 2020 Street Construction Project B final payment to Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC
• Portland Cement Concrete License for RK Masonry Services LLC
• Closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for the 2021 Alley Paving Project
• Closed session to deliberate on claims

The Board of Public Works approved a $10,000 final payment to Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC for the 2020 Street Construction Project B. It approved a Portland Cement Concrete License for RK Masonry Services LLC and approved five pre-qualified bidders for the 2021 Alley Paving Project after a closed session. The board also denied a $536.31 claim submitted by Rita Passow.

• Approved minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting
• Approved $10,000 final payment to Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC for 2020 Street Construction Project B
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for RK Masonry Services LLC
• Approved 2021 Alley Paving Project bidders: American Asphalt of Wisconsin, Haas Sons Inc., McCabe Construction, Merrill Gravel & Construction Co., Sunrise Trucking & Excavating LLC
• Denied claim submitted by Rita Passow in the amount of $536.31
• Convened and reconvened from closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(d) and 19.85(1)(g)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee met to review the Green Tier Scorecard and discuss a potential Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution. The group also examined land use and environmental justice concerns regarding the property at 1300 Cleveland Avenue. Additionally, the committee received updates on the No Mow May program and the Sustainability Award program.

• Discussion of land use and environmental justice for 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Review of the Green Tier Scorecard with over 100 elements in 12 categories
• Discussion of a Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Update on the No Mow May program and citizen scientist data
• Update on the Sustainability Award program and city newsletter article

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee met May 26, 2021 and approved minutes from March 24, 2021. Members discussed the Green Tier Scorecard, a strategic plan, possible uses for 1300 Cleveland Ave, a greenhouse gas emission reduction resolution, the No Mow May program, and the Sustainability Award program. No formal decisions were made on the 1300 Cleveland Ave site, the greenhouse gas resolution, or the newsletter article; those items were discussed and left for future consideration. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m. by unanimous motion.

• Approved minutes of the March 24, 2021 meeting (motion by Kilian, second by Lange)
• Adjourned at 6:02 p.m. (motion by Lange, second by Zouski, passed unanimously)
• No action taken on 1300 Cleveland Ave land use; discussion only
• No action taken on greenhouse gas emission reduction resolution; discussion only
• No action taken on City newsletter article; discussion only

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on three key items: 2020 COVID election grant funding (including grants from the Wisconsin Election Commission and Center for Tech and Civic Life), the city's allocation from the US Department of Treasury Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA) with no local match required, and the updated 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program allocation. The meeting will also review February 2021 General Fund Financial Statements and pet license late fees.

• Review 2020 COVID election grant funding (Wisconsin Election Commission, Center for Tech and Civic Life)
• Approve updated 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program allocation
• Discuss pet license late fees
• Authorize Mayor to accept $X allocation from US Department of Treasury Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA) - no local match required
• Review February 2021 General Fund Financial Statements

The committee reduced pet license late fees to $5.00 and approved refunds for residents who paid more in 2021. Members also authorized the Mayor to accept federal Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and approved an updated Community Development Block Grant allocation.

• Reduced pet license late fee to $5.00 and approved refunds for 2021 overpayments (4-0)
• Approved updated 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program Allocation (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to accept US Department of Treasury Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund allocation (4-0)
• Recommended Human Resources Committee explore creating a grant writer/manager position (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/27/2021 and 5/11/21 (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will approve rezoning of 510 South 32nd Avenue and 3205 Seymour Lane from Institutional to SR‑2, single‑family residential. It will also approve the issuance of $1.63 million general‑obligation bonds for community development projects, up to $5.655 million promissory notes, and up to $9.795 million taxable general‑obligation corporate‑purpose bonds. Additionally, the council will approve contracts for a bike‑share program and storm‑sewer easements.

• Rezoning 510 South 32nd Avenue/3205 Seymour Lane to SR‑2, single‑family residential
• Approval of $1.63 million general‑obligation bonds for community development
• Approval of up to $5.655 million promissory notes
• Approval of up to $9.795 million taxable general‑obligation corporate‑purpose bonds
• Approval of Tandem Mobility, LLC bike‑share program agreement

The Wausau Common Council voted 8-1 to revoke the Class B beer and liquor license of Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Rocs Place at 810 S. 3rd Avenue, with one abstention. The council also approved several borrowing measures, including up to $5,655,000 in general obligation promissory notes (9-1), $1,630,000 in general obligation bonds for TID No. 12 (7-3), and up to $9,795,000 in taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds (7-3). It approved creating the Wausau Affordable Housing Regional Task Force as a special committee (7-3) and accepted US Treasury Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (10-0). A resolution regarding compliance with a development agreement by CGI Group Inc. was withdrawn after discussion in closed session and will return to council.

• Revoked Class B beer and liquor license for Rocs Place, 810 S. 3rd Avenue (8-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved up to $5,655,000 general obligation promissory notes, Series 2021A (9-1)
• Approved $1,630,000 general obligation bonds for TID No. 12 community development projects (7-3)
• Approved up to $9,795,000 taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds (7-3)
• Approved Wausau Affordable Housing Regional Task Force as a special committee (7-3)
• Accepted US Treasury Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (10-0)
• Approved rezoning 510 South 32nd Avenue/3205 Seymour Lane from Institutional to Single Family Residential-2 (10-0)
• Approved Tandem Mobility, LLC Master Services Agreement for bike share program (9-1)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee is meeting to decide on various license applications, a request for outdoor music and alcohol service at a car show, and an amendment to allow an additional evening of street dining. The committee will also discuss delegating special event approvals and amending city ordinances on licenses and prohibited creatures. An operations report from the Fire Department and law enforcement activities are also on the agenda.

• License application approvals/denials
• Outdoor music and alcohol for car show at Eagles Club, 1703 S 3rd Ave, June 5, 2021
• Amendment to Special Event Dining in the Street for June 18, 2021 (Wausau River District)
• Delegating Class III Special Event processes to Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
• Ordinance amendments to Section 8.08.170 (Licenses) and Section 8.08.010 (Certain creatures forbidden)

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a seasonal trial allowing the Park Department to contract with a farmer to bring goats to Barker Stewart Island to eat invasive species, with an ordinance exception expiring October 31, 2021. The committee also approved an Eagles Club car show with outdoor music and alcohol on June 5, 2021, amended the Dining in the Street special event to add Friday, June 18, 2021, delegated Class III special event approvals to the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department, and amended Section 8.08.170 to require puppy vaccination by five months instead of four. All votes were 4-0, with member Pat Peckham excused. Fire and police operations reports were placed on file, and a citizen asked about a city employee vaccination policy, which the committee said is handled by the HR Committee.

• Approved minutes of 4/20/21, 4/27/21, and 5/17/21 meetings (4-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended, with no denial recommendations (4-0)
• Approved outdoor music and alcohol service for Eagles Club car show at 1703 S 3rd Ave on Saturday, June 5, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Dining in the Street special event adding Friday, June 18, 2021 for Wausau River District (4-0)
• Approved delegating Class III special event approvals to the Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 8.08.170 changing puppy vaccination requirement from four to five months of age (4-0)
• Approved seasonal trial for use of goats on Barker Stewart Island to eat invasive species, ordinance exception expiring October 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Placed Fire Department April 2021 operations report and Wausau PD April 2021 operations report on file

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially act on several infrastructure items, including a recommendation for the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project. The board will also review construction pay estimates and final payments for various city utility and bridge repair projects. Additionally, the agenda includes a bituminous concrete paving license.

• Recommendation for the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #10
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #9
• 2020 Bridge Street Bridge Repair Project: Lunda Construction, Final Payment
• 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining: Integrity Grading & Excavating, Pay Estimate #4

The Board of Public Works approved two large Miron Construction progress payments: Pay Estimate #10 of $2,535,857.46 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility and Pay Estimate #9 of $2,506,055.41 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility. It also awarded the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project to Zilisch Asphalt at $58,953.18 and approved a $113,612.43 final payment to Lunda Construction for the 2020 Bridge Street Bridge Repair Project. A pay estimate for the 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining and a bituminous concrete paving license for Integrated Construction Solutions, LLC were also approved. All motions passed; the minutes do not record dollar amounts for the Pond D Lining pay estimate or any vote tallies beyond 'passed.'

• Approved minutes of the May 11, 2021 meeting
• Awarded 2021 Asphalt Patching Project to Zilisch Asphalt for $58,953.18 (passed)
• Approved Miron Construction Pay Estimate #10 for Wastewater Treatment Facility: $2,535,857.46 (passed)
• Approved Miron Construction Pay Estimate #9 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility: $2,506,055.41 (passed)
• Approved final payment to Lunda Construction for 2020 Bridge Street Bridge Repair Project: $113,612.43 (passed)
• Approved Pay Estimate #4 for 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining, Integrity Grading & Excavating (amount not stated; passed)
• Approved bituminous concrete paving license for Integrated Construction Solutions, LLC (passed)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning and land-use proposals, including a conditional use for a homeless shelter at 360/372 Grand Avenue and rezoning requests for properties on South 32nd Avenue and Seymour Lane. Additional items include conditional use approvals for cultivation at two residential properties and amendments to specific implementation plans for office, vehicle sales, and skills training developments.

• Conditional use for homeless shelter at 360/372 Grand Avenue (UMU zoning)
• Rezoning 510 South 32nd Avenue/3205 Seymour Lane from I to SR-2
• Conditional use for cultivation at 1900 Townline Road (SR-2 zoning)
• Conditional use for cultivation at 2130 Northwestern Avenue (SR-2 zoning)
• Specific Implementation Plan approval at 617 & 621 Forest Street for office space and vehicle sales

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to rezone 510 South 32nd Avenue/3205 Seymour Lane from Institutional to Single Family Residential-2, sending it to the Common Council on May 25, 2021. The commission also approved conditional uses for cultivation at 1900 Townline Road and 2130 Northwestern Avenue, and specific implementation plans for 617 & 621 Forest Street and 1140 West Bridge Street, all by 7-0 votes. A public hearing on a conditional use for a homeless shelter at 360/372 Grand Avenue was held, but no action was taken; a findings report is expected next month. The meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 29, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Rezoned 510 South 32nd Avenue/3205 Seymour Lane from I to SR-2 (7-0); goes to Common Council May 25, 2021
• Approved conditional use at 1900 Townline Road for cultivation with conditions (7-0)
• Approved conditional use at 2130 Northwestern Avenue for cultivation with conditions (7-0)
• Approved specific implementation plan at 617 & 621 Forest Street for office space, vehicle sales, and parking lot (7-0)
• Amended specific implementation plan at 1140 West Bridge Street to allow skills training with conditions (7-0)
• Amended specific implementation plan at 800 Gilbert Street to allow an office building (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 p.m. (7-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider a complaint to revoke or suspend the Class B Beer & Liquor License of Timothy A. Nawrocki, d/b/a Roc’s Place at 810 S. 3rd Avenue. The committee will also discuss issuing a notice to Brandenburg’s Wagon Wheel Inc. regarding its Class B license renewal. A closed‑session deliberation will precede the open‑session determination. The meeting will be held in person and via teleconference under COVID‑19 protocols.

• Request for outdoor fundraiser for the Human Society at 1418 Lenard St, May 22, 2021, 2‑6 pm
• Notice to Brandenburg’s Wagon Wheel Inc. about non‑renewal of Class B Beer & Liquor License
• Revocation/suspension hearing for Timothy A. Nawrocki’s Class B Beer & Liquor License
• Closed‑session deliberation under Section 19.85(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes
• Re‑convocation into open session for license determination

The Public Health & Safety Committee voted 5-0 to recommend revoking the Class B Beer & Liquor license held by Timothy Nawrocki for Roc's Place, 810 S. 3rd Avenue, after a hearing on two counts: operating a riotous and disorderly house and 150 demerit points. The recommendation goes to the Common Council on May 25, 2021. The committee also approved a temporary outdoor premise expansion for a May 22 fundraiser at After Shock Bar & Grill, 1418 Lenard St, and scheduled a non-renewal hearing for Brandenburg's Wagon Wheel Inc. over alleged abandonment of premises.

• Approved temporary outdoor premise expansion (30' x 40' fenced area) for After Shock fundraiser on May 22, 2021, 2pm-6pm (4-1, Rasmussen dissenting)
• Scheduled non-renewal hearing for Brandenburg's Wagon Wheel Inc. Class B license over alleged abandonment; directed staff to draft documentation (5-0)
• Recommended revocation of Timothy Nawrocki's Class B Beer & Liquor license for Roc's Place (5-0); recommendation forwarded to Common Council on May 25, 2021
• Moved into closed session for deliberation (unanimous roll call)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:58 pm (unanimous)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hold a revocation or suspension hearing for the Class B Beer & Liquor License held by Roc’s Place at 810 S. 3rd Avenue. The committee will also discuss the potential non-renewal of the liquor license for the Wagon Wheel Supper Club at 3901 N. 6th St. due to alleged abandonment of premises. Additionally, the committee will consider a request for an outdoor fundraiser at After Shock Bar & Grill.

• Revocation/suspension hearing for Roc’s Place, 810 S. 3rd Avenue
• Non-renewal notice for Wagon Wheel Supper Club, 3901 N. 6th St.
• Outdoor fundraiser request for After Shock Bar & Grill, 1418 Lenard St.

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Committee will review and act on several easements, alley vacations, and maintenance agreements, including a stormwater agreement with Westside Real Estate LLC. It will also discuss public hearing results for the 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project and review a 5-year street plan for 2022-2026.

• Action on Easement to WPS Corporation for burying electrical conductors to serve the Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Action on Preliminary Resolution to vacate and discontinue the unpaved alley abutting 205 and 209-211 Short Street and 1202, 1210 and 1212 North 3rd Street
• Action on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Westside Real Estate LLC at 7333 Stewart Avenue
• Discuss public hearing results and make recommendation on the 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Discuss and possible action on approving the 5-year street plan; 2022-2026

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved several infrastructure items on unanimous 5-0 votes: the 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project, a storm sewer easement with Aedifix Builds, a trail agreement with WisDOT, parking restrictions on West Wausau Avenue, midblock LED lighting on 5th Avenue, converting Washington Street to two-way traffic (Option 2), and adding proposed streets to the 2026 plan. The committee also approved Rapid Response Flashing Beacons (RRFB) for the 12th Avenue and Stewart Avenue pedestrian crossing at an estimated $15,000 equipment cost. All votes were 5-0; no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including WPS easement, alley vacation, stormwater agreement, and temporary access agreement (5-0)
• Approved 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project between Randolph Street and Merrill Avenue (5-0)
• Approved storm sewer easement with Aedifix Builds, Inc. at Short Street and North 2nd/3rd Street parcels (5-0)
• Approved 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail Memorandum of Agreement with WisDOT (5-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on south side of West Wausau Avenue from 1st Avenue to Cherry Street, with two 15-minute stalls (5-0)
• Approved installation of LED fixtures midblock on WPS poles on 5th Avenue between West Street and Garfield Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Option 2 for Washington Street from 1st to 4th Street: two-way traffic with additional lane and parking on north side (5-0)
• Approved adding proposed streets for 2026 to the 5-year street plan (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee met on May 12, 2021, to gather public input on the use of American Rescue Plan funding allocated to the city. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session.

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss the 2021 debt issuance schedule and the investment of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. The body will also review the status of COVID-19 loan and ground lease deferments. Additionally, the committee will consider budget modifications for the Fire Department and Metro Ride funding.

• Review of 2021 debt issuance schedule and plan
• Discussion on investment of ARP funds
• Status update on COVID loan and ground lease deferments
• Budget modification request for the Fire Department
• Metro Ride funding request and budget modification

The Finance Committee voted 4-1 to recommend that the Council approve a Parameter Sale for the City's 2021 debt issuance at its May 25 meeting, with Deb Ryan dissenting. It also voted 4-1, again with Ryan dissenting, to approve an engagement letter with financial advisor Ehlers to help manage American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. The committee approved a Metro Ride funding request/budget modification and a Fire Department budget modification, both 5-0. Items on pet license late fees and February 2021 General Fund financial statements were deferred to the next meeting, and the garbage and recycling special charge discussion was informational only, with no action taken.

• Recommended to Council a Parameter Sale for 2021 debt issuance (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved engagement letter with Ehlers to help manage ARP funds (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved Metro Ride funding request/budget modification (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department budget modification using excess equipment sale proceeds (5-0)
• Deferred pet license late fees to next meeting
• Deferred February 2021 General Fund financial statements to next meeting
• Consensus to continue using iPads for Council members; no vote taken
• Adjourned at 6:29 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine items including approving prior meeting minutes, opening bids for the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project, discussing a possible amendment to the 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract for mowing at the Incubator Site, and issuing a Portland Cement Concrete License to Olson Paving Inc. All items may be acted upon.

• Open bids and make recommendation for 2021 Asphalt Patching Project
• Possible amendment to 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract for mowing at Incubator Site
• Portland Cement Concrete License for Olson Paving Inc.
• Approve minutes of April 27 and May 4, 2021 meetings

The Board approved an amendment to the 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract for mowing at the Incubator Site. A Portland Cement Concrete License for Olson Paving Inc. was also approved. Bids for the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project were opened and referred to the Water Department for review.

• Approved minutes of April 27 and May 4, 2021 meetings
• Approved amendment to 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract for Incubator Site mowing
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Olson Paving Inc.

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to consider several rezonings, a bike park contract, and other routine items. Most agenda items are listed as approved by committees, indicating likely passage. The meeting includes public comment and is held in person and via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Rezoning 117 and 119 East Chellis Street from SR-5 to Heavy Industrial
• Rezoning 209, 211 & 215 Short Street and 1214 North 3rd Street to Planned Unit Development for a four-unit multi-family development
• Rezoning 617 and 621 Forest Street to Planned Unit Development for office space, vehicle sales, and parking lot
• Rezoning 1520 Elm Street to Planned Unit Development for a mixed-use apartment development
• Contract with Epic Trail Design, LLC for Phase II of Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements

The Wausau Common Council voted 8-3 to repeal Section 3.10.010, an ordinance adopted by citizen petition in 2005 that required a referendum before the city could charge fees for services like garbage collection and stormwater management. Supporters said the rule now duplicates state safeguards and limits flexibility; opponents said voters should decide. The council also approved several rezoning requests and a contract for Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.

• Repealed Section 3.10.010 referendum requirement for garbage/stormwater fees (8-3)
• Approved third amendment to Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement Phase III (10-1)
• Approved contract with Epic Trail Design, LLC for Phase II of Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements (11-0)
• Rezoned 117 and 119 East Chellis Street from SR-5 to HI for yard waste site expansion (11-0)
• Rezoned 209, 211 & 215 Short Street and 1214 North 3rd Street from TF-10 to PUD for four-unit multi-family development (11-0)
• Rezoned 617 and 621 Forest Street from NMU to PUD for office space, vehicle sales and parking lot (11-0)
• Rezoned 1520 Elm Street from SMU to PUD for mixed-use apartment development (8-3)
• Rezoned 1601 Elm Street from SMU to PUD for off-street parking for multi-family mixed-use development (8-3)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will review utility operations, including wastewater treatment updates and financial reports. The body will consider purchasing a half-ton pickup truck from Fred Mueller GMC and partnering with WPS on a solar array at 1010 Bugbee Ave. Additional items include city-wide lead service line replacement options and a settlement offer regarding tax forfeitures at 909 S. 60th Ave.

• Possible purchase of a ½ Ton Pickup from Fred Mueller GMC
• Partnership with WPS on proposed solar array at 1010 Bugbee Ave
• Options for city-wide Lead Service Line (LSL) replacement
• Settlement offer from Dean Prohaska (A & D Contractors) for tax forfeitures at 909 S. 60th Ave
• Discussion on PFAS/PFOS compounds in Wisconsin

The Commission established a 15-year target to replace all lead service lines and authorized staff to develop a formal plan. Other actions included approving a vehicle purchase and disconnecting a water main serving the Village of Maine.

• Approved 15-year goal for lead lateral replacement plan (4-1)
• Approved purchase of a 1/2 ton GMC pickup truck (5-0)
• Approved staff to pursue solar array partnership with WPS (5-0)
• Approved disconnection of water main and booster station serving Village of Maine (5-0)
• Accepted $5k settlement offer from Dean Prohaska/A&D Contractors (5-0)
• Approved amended minutes from April 13 and April 20, 2021 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several payments and contracts, including a $450,000 developer demolition grant to RJ Elm Properties LLC in Tax Increment District 8, final payments for the 2018 Riverfront Redevelopment and 2021 Roadway Pavement projects, and an amendment to the 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract. The board will also make a recommendation on storm sewer materials and hold closed sessions to discuss pre-qualification for the 2021 Asphalt Patching Project and claims.

• Recommendation for Storm Sewer Materials (quotations opened April 13, 2021)
• Final payment for 2018 Riverfront Redevelopment Project (Miron Construction)
• Final payment for 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project (PGA Inc.)
• Discussion and possible action on $450,000 developer demolition grant payment to RJ Elm Properties LLC in TID 8
• Amendment to 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract for mowing at Incubator Site

The Board approved several final payments for infrastructure projects and a partial demolition grant for RJ Elm Properties LLC. It also selected vendors for storm sewer materials and asphalt patching.

• Approved low bids for individual storm sewer materials
• Approved $5,000 final payment to Miron Construction for 2018 Riverfront Redevelopment Project
• Approved $43,417.50 final payment to PGA Inc. for 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project
• Approved $350,000 payment to RJ Elm Properties LLC for demolition work
• Approved American Asphalt of Wisconsin, RC Pavers LLC, and Zilisch Asphalt for 2021 Asphalt Patching Project
• Denied $1,450 claim submitted by Michael Travis

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on a third amendment to the 2015 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement for Short Street properties, and consider adopting a charter for an affordable housing task force. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a development agreement with CGI Inc. Updates on Thomas Street phase 2 remnant parcels are also on the agenda.

• Third amendment to 2015 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement - Phase III for Short Street properties
• Adopting a charter for an affordable housing task force
• Closed session on litigation strategy with CGI Inc. regarding development agreement compliance
• Update on Thomas Street phase 2 remnant parcels

The committee approved the creation of a city affordable housing task force and a third amendment to the Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement. It also approved amending a development agreement with CGI, Inc. following a closed session. Additionally, the committee received updates on Thomas Street Phase II remnant parcels.

• Approved minutes from 3/30/21 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/22/21 (4-0)
• Approved creation of a city affordable housing task force (4-0)
• Approved 3rd amendment to the 2015 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement – Phase III for Short Street Properties (4-0)
• Moved into closed session regarding CGI, Inc. compliance (4-0)
• Amended the city's development agreement with CGI upon reconvening in open session (3-1, Kilian dissenting)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on several concrete items, including recommending a contractor for Phase II of the Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements, reinstituting the Bike Share Program, and setting 2022 capital improvement projects. The meeting will also include updates on park operations, Riverside Park testing, Barker Stewart Island planning, and dog-park initiatives.

• Recommend contractor for Phase II of Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements
• Possible action to reinstitute the Bike Share Program
• Discussion on 2022 Capital Improvement Projects
• Hear Park Update covering roads, parking lots, fields, courts, ADA corrections, and routine operations
• Dog Park Special Committee Update and 2nd Dog Park Location discussion

The Park and Recreation Committee approved an agreement with Epic Trail Design for Phase II of the Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements and forwarded it to City Council, with the contract fully funded by a donation from the Central Wisconsin Off-Road Cycling Coalition. The committee also approved reinstituting the Bike Share program through a two-year, $25,150 contract with Tandem Mobility, directing staff to seek sponsorship, grants, or room tax for a $4,100 second-year gap. It approved the 2022 Capital Improvement Project requests, including skate park surfacing, tennis courts, Sylvan Hill parking lot reconstruction, and drinking fountains. All votes were recorded as 5-0.

• Approved agreement with Epic Trail Design for Sylvan Hill Bike Park Phase II and forwarded to City Council (5-0)
• Approved reinstituting Bike Share program with Tandem Mobility, two-year contract totaling $25,150, directing staff to seek sponsorship, grants, or room tax for $4,100 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Capital Improvement Project requests including skate park surfacing, tennis court replacements, Sylvan Hill Park parking lot reconstruction, and drinking fountain replacement (5-0)
• Approved April 5, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to hold June 7 meeting at Sylvan Hill Park chalet if videotaping can be arranged
• Adjourned at 5:30pm (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on several rezoning requests, conditional use permits for cultivation, a municipal code amendment, and development plans. Items include residential-to-industrial and mixed-use-to-planned-unit-development rezonings, as well as approvals for apartment buildings and a sign.

• Conditional use for cultivation at 1900 Townline Road (Townline CTH-N LLC)
• Conditional use for cultivation at 2130 Northwestern Avenue (NWA Holdings LLC)
• Rezoning 117 & 119 East Chellis Street from SR-5 to HI
• Rezoning 209, 211 & 215 Short Street and 1214 North 3rd Street to PUD for four-unit development (Aedifix Builds Inc.)
• Rezoning 1520 Elm Street to PUD for mixed-use apartments (Lokre)

The Plan Commission approved six rezoning or conditional-use requests and one site plan, all by unanimous votes, and all but one will go to the Common Council on May 11, 2021. The largest item was a rezoning at 1520 Elm Street to allow a mixed-use apartment development of 141 units with ground-floor commercial space and a rooftop restaurant. The Commission also approved a Specific Implementation Plan for two 16-unit apartment buildings at 2101 & 2105 Grand Avenue and a dual post sign at 1106 North 5th Street. Public hearings drew comments from Alderperson Debra Ryan on noise, traffic, and housing concerns, but no motions failed.

• Approved minutes of the March 16, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved conditional use at 1900 Townline Road for cultivation in SR-2 district (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved conditional use at 2130 Northwestern Avenue for cultivation in SR-2 district (no vote tally recorded)
• Rezoned 117 & 119 East Chellis Street from SR-5 to HI for yard waste site expansion (6-0); goes to Common Council May 11
• Rezoned 617 & 621 Forest Street from NMU to PUD and approved General Development Plan for office space, vehicle sales and parking lot (7-0); goes to Common Council May 11
• Rezoned 209, 211 & 215 Short Street and 1214 North 3rd Street from TF-10 to PUD for a four-unit multi-family development (7-0); goes to Common Council May 11
• Rezoned 1520 Elm Street from SMU to PUD for a 141-unit mixed-use apartment development (7-0); goes to Common Council May 11
• Rezoned 1601 Elm Street from SMU to PUD for off-street parking for the multi-family development (7-0); goes to Common Council May 11

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on modifications to the 2021 budget and a sponsorship contract for the 2021 Taste and Glow Balloon Fest. It will also consider changes to storm water and garbage fees under municipal code Chapter 3.10 and an airport ground lease involving Owen Jones and Wynn O. Jones II. Additional items include a closed‑session discussion of property purchase, February 2021 general fund financial statements, and the status of COVID‑related loans and ground lease deferments.

• 2021 budget modification & sponsorship contract for Taste and Glow Balloon Fest
• Storm water and garbage fee changes under municipal code Chapter 3.10
• Airport ground lease involving Owen Jones and Wynn O. Jones II
• Closed‑session discussion of purchase of public property (Section 19.85(1)(e))
• Status of COVID‑related loan and ground lease deferments

The Wausau Finance Committee approved a resolution supporting continued state investment in local services and increased shared revenue, and approved a 2021 budget modification and sponsorship contract for the laser show and balloon glow at the 2021 Taste and Glow Balloon Fest. It also voted 4-1 to repeal Municipal Code Section 3.10.010, which requires a referendum before the city can create new fees for municipal services; Deb Ryan dissented. The committee approved an airport ground lease with Owen Jones and Wynn O. Jones II, deferred two items to its next meeting, and met in closed session regarding the purchase of property.

• Approved minutes of the 4/13/2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting continued state investment in local critical services and increased shared revenue funding (5-0)
• Approved 2021 budget modification and sponsorship contract for the laser show and balloon glow at the 2021 Taste and Glow Balloon Fest (5-0)
• Approved repealing Municipal Code Section 3.10.010 Referendum, including Ordinance 61-5312 (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved Airport Ground Lease – Owen Jones and Wynn O. Jones II (5-0)
• Deferred February 2021 General Fund Financial Statements to next meeting
• Deferred status of COVID loan and ground lease deferments to next meeting
• Convened in closed session under Sec. 19.85(1)(e) regarding purchase of property (5-0 roll call)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider several items, including a new pickup truck purchase for the Water Utility and a change order for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. The board will also discuss a Portland Cement Concrete License for a local contractor.

• Approve minutes of April 20, 2021 meetings
• Open proposals for purchase of a pickup truck for Water Utility
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #6
• Portland Cement Concrete License: A-1 Weston Masonry LLC

The Wausau Board of Public Works approved a change order for the wastewater treatment facility and approved a Portland Cement Concrete license. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and opened truck purchase proposals for the Water Utility, which will be reviewed by staff.

• Approved minutes of the April 20, 2021 meetings
• Opened proposals for a Water Utility pickup truck for staff review
• Approved Change Order #6 for Miron Construction in the amount of $136,929.50
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for A-1 Weston Masonry LLC

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting at the Wastewater Treatment Facility for a tour. The agenda contains no discussion or decision items, only the facility tour. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Tour of the Wastewater Treatment Facility at 415 Adrian Street

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will reschedule the hearing to show cause why the Class B Beer & Liquor License issued to Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Roc’s Place should not be revoked or suspended. The committee will also reschedule the issuance of a summons commanding appearance before the Committee. No other items are listed.

• Reschedule hearing for Class B Beer & Liquor License of Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Roc’s Place

The committee rescheduled a show cause hearing regarding the Class “B” Beer & Liquor License for Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Roc’s Place. The change was made to allow a key witness to attend.

• Rescheduled revocation/suspension hearing to May 17, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved issuance of summons for May 10th (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on April 27, 2021, and approved multiple resolutions including temporary parklet ordinances, an alley vacation near 827 Turner Street, and a stormwater facility maintenance agreement for 1204 West Bridge Street. The council also discussed budget modifications and pending resolutions on state funding and meeting rules.

• Vacated unpaved alley west of 827 Turner Street between North 8th and 9th Streets and Augusta Avenue
• Temporary parklet policy and fee schedule adoption for city streets
• Stormwater facility management agreement with Eye Walk LLC at 1204 West Bridge Street
• Budget modifications for environmental testing at Riverside Park and general fund projects
• Designation of May 2021 as 'No Mow May' with enforcement suspension

The Wausau Common Council adopted a temporary No Mow May program, established a temporary parklet policy and related fees, and approved a resolution requiring in-person attendance for committee, board, and commission members. The council also approved 2021 budget modifications, including funds for environmental testing at Riverside Park and a Taste and Glow sponsorship using room tax funds, while failing an amendment that would have allowed remote participation in extreme cases.

• Adopted Consent Agenda items including previous meeting minutes, a public hearing notice, drive approaches, contract amendments, and stormwater agreements (11-0)
• Approved Mayoral appointments reappointing Nan Giese, Monty Raskin, and Carmen Siegel to the Board of Review (11-0)
• Adopted temporary ordinance for the installation of parklets and the Temporary Parklet Policy (11-0)
• Adopted resolution adding parklet fees to the Fees and Licenses Schedule (11-0)
• Adopted resolutions approving 2021 budget modifications for general/capital project funds and environmental testing at Riverside Park (11-0)
• Adopted resolution designating May 2021 as No Mow May and suspending mowing enforcement for registered properties (9-2)
• Adopted amended resolution for governmental meeting rules requiring voting members of committees, boards, and commissions to appear in person (10-1, after passing amendment 7-4 and failing a remote-exception amendment 4-7)
• Adopted resolution supporting state investment in local critical services and shared revenue funding (11-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for a tour of the Water Treatment Facility at 1801 Burek Avenue. No formal action is scheduled; the agenda consists solely of the facility tour.

• Tour of the Water Treatment Facility, 1801 Burek Avenue

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on development proposals for the Riverlife north zone RFP, covering Lots #6, 7, and 8. Two closed sessions are scheduled to deliberate on litigation strategy and development proposals, with a reconvene to take action if necessary. An update on Thomas Street phase 2 remnant parcels will also be provided.

• Review development proposals for Riverlife north zone RFP (Lots #6, 7, 8)
• Closed session for litigation strategy regarding CGI Inc. development agreement
• Closed session to consider development proposals for Riverlife north zone RFP
• Update on Thomas Street phase 2 remnant parcels

The Economic Development Committee voted 4-1, with Tom Kilian dissenting, to have city staff initiate development agreements with T.Wall Enterprises for its Riverlife north zone proposal. The committee also met in closed session on litigation strategy regarding a development agreement with CGI Inc., successor to Collaborative Consulting, Inc., and afterward directed staff to continue negotiating compliance with CGI; no further action was taken on that item. The committee heard presentations from two developers, Wausau Riverlife, LLC and T.Wall Enterprises, and members raised concerns about public access to the riverfront and parking. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 P.M.

• Directed city staff to initiate development agreements with T.Wall Enterprises for its Riverlife north zone proposal (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Voted 5-0 to enter closed session on litigation strategy regarding a development agreement with CGI Inc., successor to Collaborative Consulting, Inc.
• Voted 5-0 to enter closed session to consider Riverlife north zone RFP development proposals
• After closed session, directed staff to continue negotiating an agreement for compliance on the breached CGI development agreement; no further action taken
• Adjourned (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting, open bids for the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project, and review pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility and Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. The board will also consider licensing applications from Kowalski Masonry LLC and Kell Contracting.

• Approve minutes of April 13, 2021 meeting
• Open bids for 2021 Street Sealcoating Project
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #8
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimates #8 and #9
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Kowalski Masonry LLC

The Board of Public Works approved the April 13 minutes and opened bids for the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project, awarding the contract to the low-qualified bidder, Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC, at $147,639.10. The board also approved three Miron Construction pay estimates for the drinking water and wastewater treatment facility projects, totaling over $11 million. Two contractor licenses were approved with conditions, and a $4,610.32 claim was approved after a closed session.

• Approved minutes of the April 13, 2021 meeting
• Awarded 2021 Street Sealcoating Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $147,639.10
• Approved Drinking Water Treatment Facility Pay Estimate #8 to Miron Construction for $3,577,715.08
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project Pay Estimate #8 to Miron Construction for $3,842,425.10
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project Pay Estimate #9 to Miron Construction for $3,731,608.07
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Kowalski Masonry, contingent on a second signature on the bond's countersign line
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Kell Contracting, contingent on checking the Workers Comp box on the Certificate of Insurance
• Approved claim submitted by Sarajane Charbarneau for $4,610.32

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to reconsider a proposal to limit the rain barrel subsidy to 200 barrels. The body will also discuss and possibly take action on classifying the positions of Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Reconsideration of limiting the rain barrel subsidy to 200 barrels
• Discussion and possible action on classifying the position of Water Distribution Maintainer
• Discussion and possible action on classifying the position of Relief Operator

The Wausau Water Works Commission voted to reconsider its earlier limit of 200 rain barrels and then approved a rain barrel subsidy with no cap for the year, at $25 per barrel, still limited to two barrels per household. The subsidy was reduced from the previously approved $35 per barrel. Separately, the Commission classified the Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator position at pay grade 18, carrying 5-0.

• Reconsidered the 200-barrel cap on the rain barrel subsidy (unanimous)
• Approved rain barrel subsidy with no cap through the year (unanimous)
• Amended subsidy to $25 per barrel (unanimous)
• Final resolution: no cap, $25 per barrel, two barrels per household (unanimous)
• Classified Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator at pay grade 18 (5-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will decide on liquor license actions, including a complaint against Roc’s Place, and discuss a temporary outdoor music permit for a local beer garden. Members will also review a proposal to suspend grass-mowing rules for May and receive a fire department operations report.

• Review complaint against Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Roc’s Place for possible license revocation or suspension
• Consider request for outdoor music at M&R Station (818 S 3rd Ave) on May 22, 2021
• Discuss and possibly act on designating May 2021 as 'No Mow May' and suspending enforcement of mowing ordinances
• Review Fire Department operations report for March 2021
• Consider approval or denial of various license applications

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a modified 'No Mow May' ordinance suspending lawn-mowing enforcement specifically for registered participants, and directed a revocation or suspension hearing with a summons for Roc's Place due to accumulated demerit points. The committee also approved various license applications, an outdoor music event for M&R Station, and placed the police and fire department reports on file.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved various license applications including a Class B liquor license for Tres Hermanos at 525 Fulton Street (5-0)
• Approved outdoor music in the beer garden at M&R Station on May 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved amended ordinance designating May 2021 as 'No Mow May' with enforcement suspension restricted to registered participants, sun-setting May 31, 2021 (4-1, Rasmussen dissenting)
• Authorized a revocation/suspension hearing and issuance of a summons for Timothy Nawrocki d/b/a Roc's Place (5-0)
• Placed Fire Department operations report for March 2021 on file
• Placed Wausau PD operations report for April 2021 on file

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including opening bids for the 2021 Sidewalk Project and Storm Sewer Materials quotations, recommending the purchase of a mini excavator, and discussing landscape maintenance services. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project, then reconvene in open session to act on those items if necessary.

• Open bids and make recommendation for the 2021 Sidewalk Project
• Open Storm Sewer Materials Quotations and make recommendation
• Recommendation for purchase of a mini excavator for the Department of Public Works
• Discussion and possible action on 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services
• Closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of its March 30 and April 7 meetings and awarded the 2021 Sidewalk Project contract to the low-qualified bidder, S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., at $193,743.70. It approved a 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services contract with Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping as drafted, and approved a Portland Cement Concrete License for Re-vi Design LLC. Storm sewer materials quotations were received but sent to the Department of Public Works for review with a recommendation at a future meeting, and a mini excavator purchase item was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved minutes of the March 30 and April 7, 2021 meetings
• Awarded 2021 Sidewalk Project contract to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. at $193,743.70 (low-qualified bidder)
• Storm sewer materials quotations from Farrell, Ferguson, and County Materials received; review deferred to a future meeting
• Mini excavator purchase pulled from the agenda
• Approved signing the 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services Contract as drafted and presented
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Re-vi Design LLC
• Convened in closed session on 2021 Street Sealcoating Project pre-qualification statements, then reconvened in open session
• Approved Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC and Scott Construction, Inc. as bidders for the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to discuss utility operations, updates on proposed solar arrays at the new water treatment facility, and a solar partnership with WPS. Commissioners will also consider action on subsidizing the 2021 rain barrel program, staffing positions, and smoke testing for an I&I study.

• Discussion and Possible Action Subsidizing the Rain Barrel Program for 2021
• Discussion and Possible Action of Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator
• Discussion and Possible Action on Completing Smoke Testing as the Next Phase of the I&I Study
• Presentation and Update on Proposed Solar Array at The New Water Treat Facility
• Update on Solar Partnership with WPS

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved a $35 per barrel subsidy for rain barrels, limited to two barrels per property and capped at the first 200 barrels sold, funded initially through the sewer utility with possible reimbursement from the water utility pending PSC approval. The commission also approved a job description change for a Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator position and authorized $65,500 for smoke testing as part of an I&I study. A presentation on a proposed solar array at the new water treatment facility was given, with no action taken. Discussion on PFAS/PFOS compounds was tabled until May.

• Approved $35/barrel rain barrel subsidy, no more than two barrels per property (5-0)
• Approved cap of 200 barrels for the rain barrel subsidy pilot program (3-1)
• Approved job description change for Water Distribution Maintainer and Relief Operator (4-0)
• Approved $65,500 for smoke testing as next phase of I&I study (4-0)
• Tabled PFAS/PFOS discussion until May

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on two funding requests: $18,000 for additional testing at Riverside Park and an insurance request for the Labor Day Parade. The committee will also review American Rescue Plan spending principles and consider carryover of project funds to the 2021 budget.

• $18,000 budget modification for additional testing at Riverside Park
• Request for funding to cover insurance for the Labor Day Parade
• Discussion and possible action on carryover of project and designated funds to the 2021 budget
• Discussion only on American Rescue Plan spending with recommended guiding principles
• Closed session on litigation strategy regarding Convention & Visitors Bureau MOU and property sale at 510 South 32nd Avenue

The committee approved the sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue for conversion into a single-family home. Other actions included approving budget modifications for park testing and accepting a settlement from Zagster, Inc.

• Approved sale of 510 South 32nd Avenue for $150,000 (4-1)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitors Bureau with annual financial audit amendment (5-0)
• Accepted Zagster, Inc. settlement offer of 25% or $4,500 (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 budget modification for additional testing at Riverside Park (5-0)
• Approved funding for Labor Day Parade insurance (5-0)
• Approved carryover of project and designated funds to 2021 budget (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 3/23/2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning of 1300 Cleveland Ave, the sale of 138 E. Thomas Street, and a lease for billboard signs. The agenda also includes consent items, appointments, and a closed session for litigation and property negotiations.

• Rezoning 1300 Cleveland Ave from MI to MRL-12 (approved 5-2)
• Sale of 138 E. Thomas Street to Tyler Knudson Construction LLC (approved 4-1)
• Lease with The Lamar Companies for billboards at Bridge and 3rd Streets (failed 2-3)
• Sanitary sewer easement with Emmerich & Associates at 2105 Grand Avenue (approved 5-0)
• Resolution opposing OMB changes to statistical area standards (approved 5-0)

The Wausau Common Council voted 11-0 to rezone 1300 Cleveland Avenue from Medium Industrial to Multi-Family Residential-12, following public comment mostly in favor. The Council also approved a two-year lease with Lamar Advertising for billboards at Bridge Street and 3rd Street (6-5 on the amendment, then 10-1 on the amended lease), and authorized the sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue (11-0). A proposal to change council rules regarding WebEx attendance failed 4-7. Several other items passed unanimously, including a workers compensation settlement and a room tax agreement with the Wausau Convention and Visitors Bureau.

• Approved rezoning 1300 Cleveland Ave from MI to MRL-12 (11-0)
• Approved two-year lease with Lamar Advertising for billboards at Bridge St and 3rd St (10-1)
• Approved sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue (11-0)
• Failed ordinance amending council rules on quorum and absence (4-7)
• Approved workers compensation settlement agreement (11-0)
• Approved memorandum of agreement with Wausau Convention and Visitors Bureau (11-0)
• Approved 2020 budget modification and reallocation of project funds (11-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer easement with Emmerich & Associates at 2105 Grand Avenue, amended to 20 feet (11-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will discuss and potentially act on reclassifying a Stockroom Specialist position to a Parts Specialist position with added underground fuel storage responsibilities. The committee will also discuss and potentially approve an incentive program for employees who receive a COVID-19 vaccine, alongside reviewing the monthly human resources performance report.

• Discussion and possible action reclassifying Stockroom Specialist to Parts Specialist, with a salary grade change to SG 20 ($38,126.40-$53,372.80)
• Discussion and possible action approving an incentive program for employees who elect to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
• Approval of March 8, 2021 Minutes
• Human Resources Report for March

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss and possibly act on a temporary ordinance allowing parklets in street parking spaces, a third driveway at 517-521 Fulton Street, proposed 2022 street construction projects, and a contract amendment for the Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail Project. They will also consider consent agenda items including a stormwater maintenance agreement and an alley vacation resolution.

• Temporary ordinance for parklets in street parking spaces
• Third driveway at 517-521 Fulton Street
• Proposed 2022 Street Construction Projects
• Amendment #1 to contract with Kapur & Associates for Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail Project
• Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for Eye Walk LLC at 1204 West Bridge Street

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved a temporary ordinance allowing parklets in city street parking spaces, with a $40 seasonal fee, a limit of two per block face, and staff delegated to approve permits. The committee also approved a stormwater maintenance agreement for a proposed eye care center at 1204 West Bridge Street, three driveways at 517-521 Fulton Street, the proposed 2022 Street Construction Projects, and a $13,500 contract amendment with Kapur & Associates for the Business Campus Trail. All motions carried unanimously 5-0. The 2020 MS4 Annual Report and a new Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program were placed on file.

• Approved consent agenda items A and C, including minutes and a preliminary resolution to vacate an alley west of 827 Turner Street (5-0)
• Approved Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for Eye Walk LLC at 1204 West Bridge Street (5-0)
• Approved temporary parklet ordinance with $40 seasonal fee, max 2 per block face, staff approval, and owner-cost removal stipulation (5-0)
• Approved installation of three driveways at 517-521 Fulton Street (5-0)
• Approved proposed 2022 Street Construction Projects (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to contract with Kapur & Associates for Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail Project, approximately $13,500 (5-0)
• Placed 2020 MS4 Annual Report and Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program on file (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned at approximately 6:15 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to consider a payment for the 2020 Sewer Rehabilitation Project and discuss 2021 landscape maintenance services. The board may also act on a Portland Cement Concrete License and reconvene after a closed session on sidewalk project pre-qualifications.

• Approve Hydro Klean LLC Pay Estimate #2 for 2020 Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Discuss and possibly act on 2021 Landscape Maintenance Services
• Consider Portland Cement Concrete License for B & D Plumbing & Heating Inc.

The Board approved a payment for the 2020 Sewer Rehabilitation Project and a concrete license. It also approved six bidders for the 2021 Sidewalk Project following a closed session.

• Approved Hydro Klean LLC Pay Estimate #2 for $261,354.02
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for B & D Plumbing & Heating Inc.
• Approved bidders for 2021 Sidewalk Project: CPR Inc., Haas Sons, Inc., Merrill Gravel & Construction Co., Pember Companies, Inc., S.D. Ellenbecker Inc., and Sommers Construction Co. Inc.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly approve Phase II of the Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements, develop a policy for lighting the Riverlife Bridge, and establish naming rights and sponsorship policies for parks and facilities. The agenda also includes updates on park operations, pool staffing, and other items.

• Phase II of Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements
• Policy for lighting the Riverlife Bridge
• Naming rights criteria for parks and park facilities
• Sponsorship policy for parks and park facilities
• Park update including roads, parking lots, water systems, tennis/pickleball courts, Scholfield Park, ADA corrections

The Park and Recreation Committee approved moving forward with requests for proposals for Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements, limited to what CWOCC's roughly $23,000 in secured funding covers. It also approved a new sponsorship policy for parks and park facilities, and set bridge lighting changes to Federal or State holidays only. All action items passed by voice vote, reflected as 4-0.

• Approved proceeding with RFPs for Sylvan Hill Bike Park Phase II within CWOCC's available funding (4-0)
• Approved changing Riverlife Bridge lighting only for Federal or State holidays (4-0)
• Approved amending naming criteria wording to include violations of environmental law, pending legal counsel validation (4-0)
• Approved the parks and park facilities sponsorship policy (4-0)
• Approved requesting summaries and DNR communications records from Public Works Director Eric Lindman regarding Riverside Park (4-0)
• Approved March 1, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned at 5:35pm (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will decide on bids for the 2021 Street Construction Project B and recommend a contract for Hand Labor Mowing Services covering 2021–2025. The board will also approve minutes from the March 23 meeting and convene a closed session to discuss claims.

• Approve 2021 Street Construction Project B bids
• Recommend Hand Labor Mowing Services contract (2021–2025)
• Approve minutes of March 23, 2021 meeting
• Closed session to deliberate on claims

The Board awarded a street construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder and selected a provider for hand labor mowing services. Additionally, the Board denied four separate financial claims following a closed session.

• Awarded 2021 Street Construction Project B contract to Haas Sons, Inc. for $1,255,048.30
• Accepted proposal from Revi for Hand Labor Mowing Services 2021-2025 (2-1)
• Denied claims by Kubichek for $10,910.01 and $20,000
• Denied claim by Nutter for $4,451
• Denied claim by Pisteuo Properties for $325
• Denied claim by Tress for $494.80
• Approved minutes of the March 23, 2021 meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on four development-related items: compliance with a development agreement, proposals for the Riverlife north zone RFP, an amendment to a Thomas Street housing proposal, and a request for proposals for the former Westside Battery property. The committee will also receive an update on affordable housing efforts.

• Compliance review of development agreement with Collaborative Domestic Solutions Center-Wausau LLC
• Discussion on Riverlife north zone RFP development proposals
• Possible amendment to Thomas Street remnant parcel single-family housing proposal
• Release of RFP for redevelopment of former Westside Battery property at 415 South First Avenue

The Economic Development Committee approved selling the easternmost Thomas Street remnant parcel to Knudson Construction for one home and directed the remaining five lots be listed for sale (4-1, Kilian dissenting). It tabled both the Collaborative Consulting development agreement compliance item and the Riverlife north zone proposals to a special session on April 22. The committee also voted 5-0 to release an RFP for redevelopment of the former Westside Battery property at 415 S. 1st Ave with green technology language. No final action was taken on an affordable housing task force, which was only discussed.

• Approved minutes from 02/02/21 (5-0)
• Tabled Collaborative Consulting development agreement compliance item to a later closed session
• Motion to accept Wausau Riverlife, LLC proposal died for lack of a second
• Tabled Riverlife north zone RFP proposals to special session April 22
• Approved sale of easternmost Thomas Street lot to Knudson Construction and listing remaining five lots for sale (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Approved releasing RFP for former Westside Battery property at 415 S. 1st Ave with green technology language (5-0)
• Adjourned at 7:30 P.M. (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met virtually to gather information, with no formal decisions or actions taken. Other city committees may have been present for informational purposes only.

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will review past meeting minutes, discuss the Green Tier Scorecard, a property at 1300 Cleveland Avenue, and a resolution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The committee may also take action on a No Mow May initiative and a Sustainability Award program.

• Discussion on Green Tier Scorecard
• Discussion on 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Discussion on Green House Gas Emission Reduction Resolution
• Possible action on No Mow May initiative resolution
• Discussion and possible action on Sustainability Award program

The committee unanimously recommended that the city embrace the No Mow May initiative and requested a resolution be drafted. Members also discussed the Green Tier scorecard baseline and potential land use recommendations for 1300 Cleveland Avenue.

• Approved minutes of January 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended city embrace No Mow May and draft a resolution (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will open bids and make a recommendation for 2021 Street Construction Project A. The board will also consider contract change orders for the Wastewater Treatment Facility and 2020 street projects, as well as a concrete license. Members will enter closed session to deliberate pre-qualification statements for 2021 Street Construction Project B.

• Open bids and make recommendation for 2021 Street Construction Project A
• Change Orders #4 & #5 with Miron Construction for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project
• Change Order #7 with Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC for 2020 Street Construction Project B
• Portland Cement Concrete License application for Integrated Construction Solutions, LLC
• Closed session deliberation on pre-qualification statements for 2021 Street Construction Project B

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on financial and land agreements involving Riverlife Wausau LLC, including mortgage subordination and land conveyance. The committee will also review budget modifications for street projects, an update on the Fire Station 2 construction budget, and the write-off of uncollectible personal property taxes.

• Mortgage subordination for Riverlife Wausau LLC exceeding $8,500,000
• Conveyance of additional land to Riverlife Wausau, LLC – Phase I
• 2020 Budget Modification for Street Projects and fund realignment
• Update on the Fire Station 2 Construction project budget
• Write off of uncollectible delinquent personal property tax accounts

The Wausau Finance Committee approved conveying additional land to Riverlife Wausau, LLC with a 10-foot water-side easement, and authorized written consent to subordinate the City's mortgage to a third-party lender, raising the amount from $8.5 million to $10 million. It also approved amending the Wausau East Riverfront covenants, writing off uncollectible delinquent personal property taxes, updating the public depositories resolution, and a 2020 budget modification for street projects. The committee approved a resolution opposing federal Office of Budget Management changes to metropolitan statistical area standards on a 4-1 vote, with Deb Ryan dissenting. It received an update that the Fire Station 2 construction budget was just under $75,000 over its initial budget.

• Approved conveyance of additional land to Riverlife Wausau, LLC with a 10-foot water-side easement (5-0)
• Approved written consent to subordinate City's mortgage to Riverlife Wausau LLC third-party lender, increasing amount from $8.5M to $10M (5-0)
• Approved amending Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Wausau East Riverfront (5-0)
• Approved write off of uncollectible delinquent personal property tax accounts with charge back to other governmental units (5-0)
• Approved resolution updating public depositories and authorizing withdrawal of County, City, Village, Town or School District monies (5-0)
• Approved 2020 Budget Modification for Street Projects and fund realignment (5-0)
• Approved resolution opposing Office of Budget Management recommended changes to Metropolitan and Micropolitan Statistical Area Standards (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved minutes of the 3/09/2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council convened on March 23, 2021, to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a sidewalk project, COVID-19-related outdoor seating rules, and fee schedule updates. The meeting also included procedural items, appointments, and pending resolutions for future action.

• Preliminary resolution levying special assessments for the 2021 North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project (approved 5-0)
• Ordinance relaxing certain code requirements for COVID-19 temporary outdoor seating areas for restaurants and bars (approved 5-0)
• Resolution waiving license fees for 2021 due to COVID-19 financial hardship (approved 5-0)
• Resolution modifying the City of Wausau Fees and Licenses Schedule (approved 5-0)
• Resolution approving the purchase of a Fire Ladder Truck and related budget modification (approved 5-0)

The Council authorized the purchase of a new Fire Ladder Truck and extended the city-wide COVID-19 mask requirement. Other actions included approving the 2021 CDBG program allocation and waiving certain license fee requirements due to pandemic hardship.

• Approved purchase of Fire Ladder Truck and related debt issuance (10-0)
• Approved COVID-19 Related Mask Requirement City Wide (7-3)
• Approved 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program Allocation (10-0)
• Approved waiving W.M.C. §3.06.010(a) for all 2021 license applicants (10-0)
• Approved conveyance of additional land to Riverlife Wausau LLC – Phase I (10-0)
• Approved subordination of City's mortgage to Riverlife Wausau LLC (9-1)
• Denied excessive assessment claims for 2305 Sherman St and 1817, 1818, and 1820 Stewart Ave
• Confirmed Mayor's appointments to BID Board, CDBG Committee, CDA, and Liberation & Freedom Committee (10-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including opening bids for the 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project and 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A, and proposals for mowing services. They will also review pay estimates for water and wastewater treatment facility projects and discuss testing services. The board will enter closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for street construction and to deliberate on claims.

• Open bids for 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project
• Open bids for 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A
• Open proposals for Hand Labor Mowing Services 2021-2025
• Pay Estimate #7 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Miron Construction)
• Pay Estimate #7 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project (Miron Construction)

The Board of Public Works approved two large progress payments for treatment facility construction and awarded contracts for concrete and asphalt paving. The board also approved several pre-qualified bidders for street construction and denied one claim.

• Approved $2,075,709.15 payment to Miron Construction for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved $4,242,504.46 payment to Miron Construction for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project
• Awarded 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project to CPR Inc. for $207,565.00
• Awarded 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A to American Asphalt for $258,276.14
• Approved AET proposal for quality control testing contingent on City Attorney's contract review
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete Licenses for Lewis Construction Inc. and S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc.
• Approved 15 bidders for 2021 Street Construction Project A
• Denied claim submitted by Kimbel for $443.75

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss conditional uses for a large-scale medical facility and a wireless telecom site, review a final plat, and hold a public hearing on rezoning Cleveland Avenue from industrial to multi-family residential.

• Conditional use for medical facility at 3701-3901 Stewart Avenue (Ellis Construction, REI Engineering)
• Conditional use for wireless telecom facility at 221 Scott Street (T-Mobile Central LLC)
• Final Plat Review for Royal Vistas subdivision
• Public hearing on rezoning 1300 Cleveland Avenue from MI to MRL-12 zoning

The commission approved a rezoning request for 1300 Cleveland Avenue to correct a previous mapping error. They also approved conditional use permits for a medical facility and a wireless tower, and approved a final plat for Royal Vistas.

• Approved rezoning 1300 Cleveland Avenue from Medium Industrial to Multi-Family Residential-12 (5-2)
• Approved conditional use for large scale medical facility at 3701, 3805, 3815 & 3901 Stewart Avenue (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for wireless telecommunication facility at 221 Scott Street (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat Review for Royal Vistas (7-0)
• Approved February 17, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Wausau Public Health and Safety Committee will consider creating a temporary ordinance to relax certain code requirements for outdoor seating at restaurants and bars through December 31, 2021. The committee will also discuss a city-wide COVID-19 mask requirement, various license applications, and receive reports from the Fire Department.

• Discussion and possible action on creating temporary ordinance Chapter 5.90 for COVID-19 temporary outdoor seating areas for restaurants, bars, and taverns through December 31, 2021
• Discussion and possible action on a city-wide COVID-19 mask requirement
• Consideration of various license applications
• Fire Department operations report for February 2021

The Public Health & Safety Committee voted 3-2 to extend the city's COVID-19 mask mandate to May 31, 2021, with Wadinski and McElhaney dissenting. It also approved a temporary ordinance (Chapter 5.90) relaxing certain code requirements for outdoor seating at restaurants and bars through December 31, 2021, and approved license applications as recommended by staff, including a Class B Beer & Liquor license for Brewer Entertainment, LLC at 101 Pub, 101 N 3rd Ave. The committee received Fire Department and Police Department operations reports and directed the City Attorney's Office and Police Chief to review the process for possible suspension or revocation of the license at Roc's Place, which is back up to 100 demerit points.

• Approved minutes of the 2/15/21 meeting (5-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended by staff, including Class B Beer & Liquor for Brewer Entertainment, LLC at 101 Pub, 101 N 3rd Ave (5-0)
• Approved temporary ordinance Chapter 5.90 relaxing code requirements for COVID-19 outdoor seating through 12/31/2021 (5-0)
• Approved extension of citywide mask mandate to May 31, 2021 (3-2; Wadinski and McElhaney dissenting)
• Directed City Attorney's Office and Police Chief to review process for possible suspension/revocation of Roc's Place license and report at next meeting
• Moved April 19 meeting to Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 5:15 pm due to scheduling conflict
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider a resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue. The meeting includes public comment and a vote on suspending rules to allow immediate consideration. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Resolution authorizing sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue
• Suspension of Rule 6 (B) Filing and 12 (A) Referral of Resolutions (2/3 vote required)

The Common Council voted 11-0 to table a resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 510 South 32nd Avenue (the former Fire Station #2) to the March 23rd Council meeting. The property had received a $200,000 cash offer contingent on a zoning change, but alderpersons raised concerns about the buyer's proposed use and the lack of an appraisal. Earlier, the council voted 5-5 with the mayor breaking the tie to extend the binding acceptance date to March 26, 2021, before ultimately deciding to table the matter.

• Tabled resolution authorizing sale of 510 South 32nd Avenue to March 23rd meeting (11-0)
• Amended motion to extend binding acceptance date to March 26, 2021 (5-5, mayor broke tie)
• Suspended filing and referral rules for the resolution (10-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution authorizing the sale of the city-owned former West Side Fire Station #2 at 510 South 32nd Avenue. The proposed buyer is Jeffry Otto, with a cash offer dated March 10, 2021, contingent on zoning approval for use as a car showroom with office and meeting room. The meeting also includes public comment and a procedural vote to suspend rules for the resolution.

• Resolution 20-1019 authorizing sale of 510 South 32nd Avenue to Jeffry Otto
• Cash purchase, as-is, contingent on zoning for car showroom use
• Binding acceptance deadline March 19, 2021
• Fiscal impact: revenues from property sale
• Public comment limited to agenda items

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss potential sidewalk installations on 12th Avenue and property acquisition at 1608 Merrill Avenue. The committee will also consider a billboard lease at Bridge Street and 3rd Street, a sewer easement at 2105 Grand Avenue, and policies regarding overhead versus underground utility lines.

• Billboard lease agreement at Bridge Street and 3rd Street
• Sanitary sewer easement at 2105 Grand Avenue
• Preliminary resolution for sidewalk installation on 12th Avenue
• Property acquisition at 1608 Merrill Avenue for sidewalk installation
• Discussion on overhead vs. underground utility line installation methods

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee voted 2-3 to reject a new lease with Lamar Advertising for two billboard signs at Bridge Street and 3rd Street, with Neal, Larson and Rasmussen dissenting. The committee approved a sanitary sewer easement with Emmerich & Associates at 2105 Grand Avenue and a preliminary resolution for sidewalk on the east side of 12th Avenue from Randolph Street to Merrill Avenue, both 5-0. It also approved purchasing a portion of 1608 Merrill Avenue for an ADA ramp, contingent on the sidewalk being installed, 5-0. Utility line placement (overhead vs. underground) was discussed with no action taken.

• New Lamar Advertising billboard lease at Bridge St and 3rd St failed 2-3 (Neal, Larson, Rasmussen dissenting)
• Approved sanitary sewer easement with Emmerich & Associates at 2105 Grand Avenue (5-0)
• Approved preliminary resolution for sidewalk on east side of 12th Avenue from Randolph Street to Merrill Avenue (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a portion of 1608 Merrill Avenue for sidewalk ramp, contingent on sidewalk installation (5-0)
• Approved February 11, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned at approximately 6:25 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine items including approving minutes, change orders and final payment for the 1st Street Riverlife Trail, a change order for the USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining, and licenses for Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for 2021 asphalt paving and concrete repair projects, then reconvene to act if needed.

• Change Order No. 1 and final payment for Haas Sons, Inc. on the 2020 1st Street Riverlife Trail Project
• Change Order #2 for Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc. on the 2020 USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining
• Portland Cement Concrete License for Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc.
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc.
• Closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A and 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project

The Board approved final payment and a change order for the 1st Street Riverlife Trail Project and a change order for the USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining. It also issued concrete and bituminous paving licenses to Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc. and pre-qualified several companies for 2021 paving and repair projects.

• Approved 1st Street Riverlife Trail Change Order #1 for $1,018.08
• Approved 1st Street Riverlife Trail final payment of $74,440.93
• Approved USH 51/STH 29 Pond D Lining Change Order #2 for $81,977.17
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc.
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Utility Traffic & Restoration Inc.
• Pre-qualified CPR Inc., Norcon Corporation, Pember Companies, and Sommers Construction for 2021 Concrete Pavement Repair Project
• Pre-qualified American Asphalt for 2021 Asphalt Paving Project A

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will meet to discuss several property tax assessment claims and financial reports. The committee will also consider funding for a replacement ladder truck and the allocation of 2021 Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Claims on excessive assessment for 1817, 1818, and 1820 Stewart Avenue and 2305 Sherman Street
• Funding and budget modification for ladder truck replacement
• 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program allocation
• First Amendment to Ground Lease with Resurrection Parish
• Modifications to Class B liquor license requirements

The committee approved the purchase of a replacement ladder truck and authorized a budget modification for its funding. Members also voted to reduce Class B liquor license fees to the state minimum and suspend municipal code requirements regarding debt payment for license issuance for the 2021-2022 year. Additionally, the committee denied four claims for excessive property tax assessments and approved the 2021 Community Development Block Grant allocation.

• Denied excessive assessment claim for 2305 Sherman Street (0-4)
• Denied three excessive assessment claims for Boston, Inc. (0-5 each)
• Approved 2021 CDBG Program allocation (5-0)
• Approved amendment to ground lease with Resurrection Parish (5-0)
• Approved ladder truck purchase and budget modification (5-0)
• Reduced Class B liquor license fees to state minimum (5-0)
• Suspended Municipal Code 3.06.010 for 2021-2022 license year (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will vote on several rezoning requests, including one to allow two 16-unit apartment buildings at 2101 and 2105 Grand Avenue, and another to expand indoor storage at 200 South 17th and 18th Avenues. The council will also consider a resolution supporting a statewide ban on conversion therapy, a COVID-19 incentive program for employees, and a proposal to rescind a prior land sale resolution. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation in Marathon County Case No. 20-CV-435.

• Rezoning 2101 and 2105 Grand Avenue from UMU to PUD for two 16-unit apartment buildings
• Rezoning 201 Devoe Street from Light Industrial to Urban Mixed-Use
• Resolution authorizing a driveway over 44 feet at 1000 South 17th Avenue
• Resolution supporting statewide ban on conversion therapy practices
• Resolution authorizing COVID-19 incentive program for city employees

The Council approved a resolution supporting a statewide ban on conversion therapy and settled a lawsuit involving Frances Howe. Members also approved several zoning changes and a municipal code cleanup, while referring a Covid-19 incentive program back to the Human Resources Committee.

• Approved resolution supporting statewide ban on conversion therapy (11-0)
• Approved settlement agreement for lawsuit Frances Howe et al vs. City of Wausau (10-0)
• Referred Covid-19 Incentive Program back to Human Resources Committee (11-0)
• Rescinded sale of six Thomas Street parcels to Tyler Knudson Construction LLC (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2101 and 2105 Grand Avenue for two 16-unit apartment buildings (11-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting motorized vehicles on city trails, except for maintenance and emergency response (11-0)
• Approved municipal code cleanup based on Municode legal review (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of 201 Devoe Street to Urban Mixed-Use Zoning District (11-0)

Human Resources Committee

The committee will meet to review the February Human Resources report and hold a closed session to discuss a worker's compensation settlement between the City of Wausau and an employee. Following the closed session, the committee will reconvene in open session to potentially take action on the settlement agreement.

• Closed session to discuss worker's compensation settlement
• Possible action on worker's compensation settlement agreement
• February 2021 Human Resources performance report review

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will consider purchasing 1010 Bugbee Ave to build a solar array, discuss a city-wide rain barrel program, and hear an update on an inflow/infiltration study. The agenda also includes a director's report on utility operations and a discussion of PFAS/PFOS regulations.

• Possible purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave for solar array construction
• Discussion and possible action on city-wide rain barrel program
• Presentation and project update on Inflow/Infiltration Study by Strand & Associates
• Discussion on PFAS/PFOS related activities and regulations
• Director's report covering new hires, frozen water services, main breaks, and wastewater issues

The Commission approved the $125,000 purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave to potentially construct a solar array to offset power usage at the treatment facility. The board also authorized the implementation of a rain barrel program featuring a one-time purchase subsidy for residents.

• Approved purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave for $125,000 (5-0)
• Approved implementation of rain barrel program with one-time purchase subsidies (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled PFAS/PFOS discussion until April

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss potential changes to city park closing times and the naming of the bridge currently known as Snake Bridge. The committee will also consider developing policies for lighting the Riverlife Bridge and establishing naming rights or sponsorship programs for city park facilities.

• Discussion on earlier closing times for city parks
• Update to the name of Snake Bridge in the Municipal Code
• Development of a lighting policy for the Riverlife Bridge
• Establishment of a naming rights and sponsorship policy for parks

The committee voted to remove the name 'Snake Bridge' from the municipal code to reflect its current name, McCleary Bridge. Members discussed but took no action on changing park closing times or establishing new lighting and naming policies.

• Approved February 1, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved ordinance change to strike 'commonly known as Snake Bridge' from Section 9.21.050 (c) (5-0)
• Consensus to maintain current park hours (6 a.m. – 11 p.m.) unless future complaints increase

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will consider recommending a draft Environmental Justice Resolution that would incorporate equity into city codes and establish a GIS mapping inventory of environmental justice areas. The committee will also discuss a Sustainability Award program and review a sustainability strategy SWOT analysis.

• Discussion and possible action on a draft Environmental Justice Resolution to guide city codes, public engagement, and GIS mapping of impacted areas
• Discussion and possible action on establishing a Sustainability Award program
• Discussion on a citywide sustainability strategy and SWOT analysis

The committee decided not to support the current version of the Environmental Justice Resolution Policy due to legal concerns and sent it back for editing. Members also agreed to promote the Sustainability Award program and move to an annual award cycle.

• Sent Environmental Justice Resolution back to Liberation and Freedom Committee for editing (Unanimous)
• Decided to publicize Sustainability Award program and move to awarding a recipient once per year

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will meet to discuss the release of 2020 room tax funds to grantees. The committee will also consider a 3-year contract for GIS software with Esri.

• Release of 2020 room tax funds to continuing appropriation grantees
• 3-year contract with Esri for GIS software

The committee authorized the release of the remaining 25% of 2020 room tax funds to continuing appropriation grantees. It also approved a three-year contract with ESRI for GIS software to better support city infrastructure and utility mapping.

• Approved release of remaining 25% of 2020 room tax funds to continuing appropriation grantees (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract with ESRI for GIS software (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the 2/09/2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council approved the acquisition of 364 Grand Avenue for the Community Partners Campus. The Council also authorized bidding for 2021 street and alley projects and increased the city's procurement purchasing threshold.

• Approved acquisition of 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus
• Increased procurement purchasing threshold from $5,000 to $10,000
• Authorized bidding for 2021 Street Reconstruction Projects
• Authorized bidding for 2021 Alley Pavement Project
• Reprogrammed Rental Energy Assistance funds to a non-profit loan fund

The Wausau Common Council approved reprogramming Homeowner Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds into a Public Facility Project to acquire 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus, along with a substantial amendment to the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan. The council also approved reprogramming Rental Energy Assistance funds into a Non-Profit Energy Assistance Forgivable Loan fund, both on 10-1 votes with Alderperson Debra Ryan dissenting. The consent agenda, including 2021 alley and street reconstruction projects and a procurement policy threshold increase, passed 11-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.

• Approved reprogramming Homeowner Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds to acquire 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus and 2020 CDBG Action Plan amendment (10-1)
• Approved reprogramming Rental Energy Assistance funds to a Non-Profit Energy Assistance Forgivable Loan fund (10-1)
• Adopted consent agenda: prior minutes, 2021 alley pavement project, 2021 street reconstruction projects, and procurement threshold increase from $5,000 to $10,000 (11-0)
• Confirmed Mayor's appointment of Bee Van Her to the Liberation & Freedom Committee (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 6:45 pm

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from GEI Consultants regarding soil and groundwater sampling results at 1300 Cleveland Ave. Following the presentation, the committee will discuss the future plan for determining property use and potential contamination mitigation at the site. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation on soil and groundwater sampling at 1300 Cleveland Ave
• Discussion on property use and contamination mitigation at 1300 Cleveland Ave

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several construction-related items, including opening bids for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project, approving change orders and payments for street and sidewalk projects, and discussing sidewalk installation on 12th Avenue. The board will also vote on a concrete license for Chippewa Concrete Services.

• Open bids for 2021 Pavement Marking Project
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Change Order #3 with Miron Construction
• 2020 Street Construction Project A: Change Order #2 and Pay Estimate #4 with Haas Sons, Inc.
• 2020 Sidewalk Repair Project: Final Payment to Pember Companies
• Discussion on sidewalk installation on 12th Avenue between Randolph Street and Merrill Avenue

The Board awarded the 2021 Pavement Marking Project to Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC and approved the installation of a sidewalk on 12th Avenue. Several change orders and payments for 2020 construction projects were approved. A change order for work at 14th Avenue and Cedar Street was tabled pending discussions with a private bank.

• Awarded 2021 Pavement Marking Project to Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC for $90,938.00
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project Change Order #3 for $63,766.74
• Approved 2020 Street Construction Project A Change Order #2 for $14,231.49
• Approved 2020 Street Construction Project A Pay Estimate #4 for $159,001.19
• Approved 2020 Sidewalk Repair Project final payment to Pember Companies for $29,470.36
• Tabled 2020 Street Construction Project B Change Order #7 pending discussion with Incredible Bank
• Approved sidewalk installation on east side of 12th Avenue between Randolph Street and Merrill Avenue
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Chippewa Concrete Services, Inc.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole of the Wausau Common Council will hold a retreat to review legal procedures, council roles, and development agreements. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider payment estimates for the Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment Facility improvement projects. The board will also review a concrete license application and hold a closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project.

• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #6
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #6
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC
• Closed session: 2021 Pavement Marking Project pre-qualification

The Board of Public Works approved two progress payments to Miron Construction: $3,111,181.69 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility and $2,054,903.79 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. It approved a Portland Cement Concrete License for Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC, contingent on an updated Certificate of Insurance. After a closed session, the board approved three bidders for the 2021 Pavement Marking Project, with Sir Lines-A-Lot contingent on Finance review.

• Approved Pay Estimate #6 to Miron Construction for $3,111,181.69 (Drinking Water Treatment Facility)
• Approved Pay Estimate #6 to Miron Construction for $2,054,903.79 (Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC, contingent on updated Certificate of Insurance
• Convened in closed session on 2021 Pavement Marking Project pre-qualification statements
• Approved 2021 Pavement Marking Project bidders: Brickline Inc., Century Fence Co., and Sir Lines-A-Lot (contingent on Finance review)
• Adjourned at approximately 10:05 a.m.

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests and one conditional use permit at its February 17, 2021 meeting. The body may also amend development plans for indoor storage and approve a new public hearing for a zoning change.

• Conditional use permit for large-scale medical facility at 3701-3901 Stewart Avenue (Ellis Construction & REI Engineering)
• Rezoning 201 Devoe Street from LI to UMU (Agatetha North LLC)
• Rezoning 2101 & 2105 Grand Avenue from UMU to PUD and approving 32-unit apartment plan (Emmerich & Associates)
• Conditional use permit for wireless telecom facility at 221 Scott Street (T-Mobile Central LLC)
• Amending General Development Plan for indoor storage at 200 South 17th & 18th Avenue (Scholfield)

The Wausau Plan Commission voted 6-1 to authorize a public hearing on amending the zoning at 1300 Cleveland Avenue from MI, Medium Industrial Zoning District to MRL-12, Multi-Family Residential-12 Zoning District, with Lindman voting against. The commission also approved a rezoning at 201 Devoe Street from LI to UMU, a rezoning and General Development Plan at 2101 and 2105 Grand Avenue to PUD for two 16-unit apartment buildings, and amendments to plans at 200 South 17th and 18th Avenues for expanded indoor storage, all by 7-0 votes. A conditional use for a larger-scale medical facility at 3701, 3805, 3815 & 3901 Stewart Avenue and a conditional use for a wireless telecommunication facility at 221 Scott Street were discussed in public hearings, with no action recorded in the minutes. The Devoe Street, Grand Avenue, and 200 South 17th/18th Avenue items will go to Common Council on March 9, 2021.

• Authorized public hearing to amend zoning at 1300 Cleveland Avenue from MI to MRL-12 (6-1, Lindman opposed)
• Approved minutes of the January 19, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Rezoned 201 Devoe Street from LI to UMU (7-0); goes to Common Council March 9, 2021
• Rezoned 2101 and 2105 Grand Avenue from UMU to PUD and approved General Development Plan for two 16-unit apartment buildings (7-0); goes to Common Council March 9, 2021
• Amended General Development Plan at 200 South 17th Avenue and 200 South 18th Avenue to allow expansion of indoor storage (7-0); goes to Common Council March 9, 2021
• Approved Specific Implementation Plan at 200 South 17th Avenue and 200 South 18th Avenue for indoor storage and future retail and office space (7-0); goes to Common Council March 9, 2021
• Adjourned at 6:25 p.m. (7-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider license applications, a resolution supporting a statewide ban on conversion therapy, an amendment to the Emergency Management Services Agreement with Marathon County, and the Fire Department's January operations report. The meeting also includes discussion of tavern compliance checks and law enforcement activities.

• Consider approval or denial of various license applications
• Resolution supporting statewide ban on conversion therapy practices
• Amendment to Emergency Management Services Agreement between City of Wausau and Marathon County
• Fire Department Operations Report for January 2021
• Tavern activities, compliance checks, and law enforcement activities

The committee approved a resolution requesting statewide action against conversion therapy practices. It also approved an amendment to the Emergency Management Services Agreement with Marathon County and acted on license applications.

• Approved resolution supporting statewide ban on conversion therapy (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Emergency Management Services Agreement with Marathon County (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendations to deny Operator’s License for Rebecca Bierman (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendations to deny Public Transport Driver License for Jeremy Moeller (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 1/18/21 meeting (5-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Committee will discuss public hearing results for 2021 street reconstruction and alley paving projects, consider driveway and parking restrictions, and review preliminary design alternatives for the North Riverfront area. The meeting also includes a recap of snow emergency parking enforcement from the recent storm.

• 2021 Street Reconstruction Projects public hearing results
• 2021 Alley Paving Projects public hearing results
• Driveway variance at 1000 South 17th Avenue
• Parking restrictions in 900 block of Scott Street
• Preliminary design alternatives for North Riverfront street infrastructure

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved the 2021 Street Reconstruction Projects and 2021 Alley Paving Projects after public hearings drew no comments on assessments. It also approved a driveway variance at 1000 South 17th Avenue, parking restrictions on the south side of the 900 block of Scott Street and the north side of Washington Street between 1st and 3rd Streets, and a No Parking Here to Corner ordinance change in the 500 block of Franklin Street. The committee agreed by consensus to give staff more time to develop alternative street designs for the North Riverfront Area near the former Great Lakes Cheese property. Members also reviewed snow emergency parking enforcement from the February 4-5 storm, with 201 citations reported.

• Approved minutes of the January 14 and January 26, 2021 meetings (3-0)
• Approved 2021 Street Reconstruction Projects (3-0)
• Approved 2021 Alley Paving Projects (3-0)
• Approved driveway variance at 1000 South 17th Avenue (3-0)
• Approved parking restriction on the south side of the 900 block of Scott Street (3-0)
• Approved parking restriction on the north side of Washington Street between 1st Street and 3rd Street (3-0)
• Approved No Parking Here to Corner ordinance change in the 500 block of Franklin Street (3-0)
• Agreed by consensus to give staff time to work on other design options for North Riverfront Area street infrastructure

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on the November 2020 General Fund Financial Report, modifications to the Procurement Policy to align with the federal micro-purchase threshold of $10,000, and several fund reprogramming requests. They will also consider a sole source request for an alerting system for fire stations. The meeting is largely routine financial oversight and policy adjustments.

• Discussion and possible action on November 2020 General Fund Financial Report
• Modifications to Procurement Policy to reflect federal micro-purchase threshold of $10,000
• Reprogramming Homeowner Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds for acquisition of 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus and 2020 CDBG Action Plan amendment
• Reprogramming Rental Energy Assistance funds to a Non-Profit Energy Assistance Forgivable Loan Fund
• Sole source request for purchase and installation of alerting system for Station 1 and 3

The Finance Committee approved raising the city's procurement threshold to match the federal micro-purchase limit of $10,000, and voted 4-1 to reprogram Homeowner Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds toward acquiring 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus as part of a 2020 CDBG Action Plan amendment. It also approved reprogramming Rental Energy Assistance funds into a non-profit forgivable loan fund, 4-1, with Deb Ryan dissenting on both. A sole source request for an alerting system at Fire Stations 1 and 3 was approved 5-0, and the November 2020 General Fund Financial Report was placed on file.

• Approved minutes of the 1/26/2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved modifying the Procurement Policy to reflect the Federal micro-purchase threshold of $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved reprogramming Homeowner Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds into a Public Facility Project — acquisition of 364 Grand Avenue for Community Partners Campus and the Substantial Amendment for the 2020 CDBG Action Plan (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved reprogramming Rental Energy Assistance funds to a Non-Profit Energy Assistance Forgivable Loan Fund (4-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved sole source request for purchase and installation of alerting system for Station 1 and 3 (5-0)
• Placed the November 2020 General Fund Financial Report on file
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to decide on several agenda items, including a rezoning request, the sale of city property, and a resolution to prohibit firearms at polling places. Other items include budget modifications, a subdivision plat approval, and a resolution urging state legislators to oppose alcohol sale legislation.

• Rezoning 2025 County Road U from Suburban Mixed-Use to Light Industrial
• Sale of 1214 North Third Street to Aedifix Builds, Inc.
• Prohibition of firearms and weapons at polling places
• 2021 budget modification for LED lighting at McClellan Ramp ($ amount not specified)
• Preliminary plat approval for Royal Vistas subdivision

The Common Council approved joining a guaranteed income pilot program and urged state legislators to oppose bills that would remove local control over alcohol licensing. The council also approved several budget modifications and a zoning change to light industrial.

• Approved joining Guaranteed Income Research Project and accepting $100,000 grant (11-0)
• Approved resolution urging state legislators to oppose Senate Bill 22 and Senate Bill 56 regarding alcohol sales (11-0)
• Rezoned 2025 County Road U from Suburban Mixed-Use to Light Industrial (8-3)
• Approved sale of 1214 North Third Street to Aedifix Builds, Inc. (10-1)
• Approved preliminary plat for Royal Vistas (10-1)
• Approved amendment to 2017 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement (9-2)
• Approved budget modifications for emergency storm sewer repair, LED lighting for McClellan Ramp, Priority Based Software, robotic survey equipment, and DPW material crushing (all 11-0)
• Approved prohibition of firearms and weapons at polling places (11-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on a proposed incentive program for city employees who voluntarily receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The proposal includes offering up to 30 minutes of paid work time for vaccination appointments and two additional personal holidays for employees who provide proof of vaccination. The committee will also review the January Human Resources performance report.

• Proposed incentive program: 30 minutes paid time for vaccination and two additional personal holidays
• Review of January 2021 Human Resources performance report

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will hold public hearings regarding proposed 2021 street construction and alley paving projects. The board may take action on these infrastructure items during the meeting.

• Public hearing: 2021 Street Construction Projects (North 3rd Avenue, South 5th Avenue, Rosecrans Street)
• Public hearing: 2021 Alley Paving Project (bounded by Cedar Street, Spruce Street, North 9th Avenue, and North 10th Avenue)

The Board of Public Works held two public hearings on February 3, 2021, taking comments on special assessments for 2021 street construction and an alley paving project. No decisions were made; comments will go to the Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee (CISM) on February 11, 2021, which will recommend to the Common Council, expected to act February 23, 2021. One resident asked about the narrowed width of North 3rd Avenue; staff said 37 feet should be sufficient for emergency vehicles. The meeting adjourned at about 4:15 p.m.

• Held public hearing on 2021 street assessments for North 3rd Avenue, South 5th Avenue, and Rosecrans Street; no action taken
• Held public hearing on 2021 alley paving assessment for alley bounded by Cedar Street, Spruce Street, North 9th Avenue and North 10th Avenue; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (Groat moved, Miller seconded)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on selling 1214 North 3rd Street to Aedifix Builds Inc., and consider an amendment to the 2017 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement for Short Street properties. They will also receive an overview of 2020 Wausome campaign metrics and discuss affordable housing in Wausau. Updates include environmental testing results for 1300 Cleveland and a joint meeting on special event fees.

• Sale of 1214 North 3rd Street to Aedifix Builds Inc.
• Amendment to 2017 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement for Short Street properties
• Overview of 2020 Wausome campaign metrics
• Discussion on affordable housing in Wausau
• 1300 Cleveland environmental testing results update

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved an amendment to the 2017 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement and the sale of 1214 N. 3rd St. to Aedifix Builds, Inc. The committee also reviewed 2020 Wausome campaign metrics and discussed potential next steps for an affordable housing study, but took no formal action on the housing item.

• Approved minutes from 01/05/21 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2017 Blenker River East Brownstones Development Agreement (5-0)
• Approved sale of 1214 N. 3rd St. to Aedifix Builds, Inc. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially act on infrastructure projects, including the 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project and a contract amendment for the Bridge Street Bridge. The board will also consider a bituminous concrete paving license for American Asphalt of Wisconsin.

• Open bids for 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project
• Amendment #2 to Ayres Associates contract for Bridge Street Bridge construction
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License for American Asphalt of Wisconsin

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of its January 26, 2021 meeting and awarded the 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project to the low-qualified bidder, PGA Inc., at $37,950. It also approved a $4,000 Amendment #2 to the contract with Ayres Associates for Bridge Street Bridge construction services, approved a bituminous concrete paving license for American Asphalt of Wisconsin, and set a sewer and water hookup fee for 2025 County Road U at $0.32 per square foot on 200,000 square feet, totaling $64,000. All motions passed; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the January 26, 2021 meeting
• Awarded 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project to PGA Inc. at $37,950 (low-qualified bidder)
• Approved Amendment #2 to Ayres Associates contract for Bridge Street Bridge construction services, adding $4,000
• Approved bituminous concrete paving license for American Asphalt of Wisconsin
• Approved sewer and water hookup fee for 2025 County Road U: $0.32/sq ft on 200,000 sq ft, totaling $64,000
• Adjourned at approximately 11:15 a.m.

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will consider approving minutes, hear the director's report on utility operations, discuss a proposed solar array for the new water treatment facility, discuss possible action on purchasing 1010 Bugbee Ave, and receive a presentation on rain barrels. The meeting includes updates on lead and copper rule revisions, well and wastewater projects, and a sewer repair at 1st Ave and Bridge Street.

• Discussion/update on proposed solar array for new water treatment facility
• Discussion and possible action on purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave
• Sewer repair at intersection of 1st Ave and Bridge Street
• Interceptor sewer cleaning and inspection project
• Lead and Copper Rule Revisions update

The commission approved staff conducting due diligence for the purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave for potential solar array and well use. Members also voted to pursue a rain barrel program and agreed to continue planning for a solar array at the new water treatment facility.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized staff due diligence for possible purchase of 1010 Bugbee Ave (5-0)
• Approved motion to pursue a rain barrel program (5-0)
• Reached consensus to move ahead with 40%, 60%, and 90% power generation options for solar array RFP

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly act on proposed amendments to Chapter 9 of the municipal code, update 2021 facility and program fees, and discuss the idea of a second city dog park. The agenda also includes educational updates on ash tree removal, Riverside Park soil testing, and park conditions. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 9 of the Wausau Municipal Code
• Update 2021 facility and program fees
• Discussion on a second city dog park
• Ash tree removal plan in parks
• Riverside Park soil testing update

The Wausau Park and Recreation Committee approved proposed amendments to Chapter 9 of the Municipal Code, including striking a prohibition on drones, and approved updates to 2021 facility and program fees. Both votes were recorded 5-0. The committee also amended the January 4, 2021 minutes to add a future discussion of City park hours, which carried 3-1 with Larson against. No decision was made on a second dog park; staff were asked to return with possible locations at a future meeting.

• Approved proposed amendments to Chapter 9 of the Wausau Municipal Code, including striking the drone prohibition (5-0)
• Approved updated 2021 facility and program fees as presented (5-0)
• Amended January 4, 2021 minutes to add review of City park hours to Future Agenda Items (3-1, Larson against)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:50 p.m. (5-0)
• No action taken on a second City dog park; staff asked to bring possible locations to a future meeting
• Park hours change discussion deferred to a separate future agenda item for public notice

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss the city's sustainability strategy and strategic planning, and receive an update on the Green Tier Legacy Community program. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and updates on prior items. No formal votes are scheduled; the main focus is discussion.

• Update on Green Tier Legacy Community program
• Discussion on sustainability strategy and strategic planning
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting(s)

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee approved the minutes of its December 14, 2020 meeting unanimously. Members discussed the Green Tier Legacy Community program, sustainability strategy and strategic planning, and the absence of a city Sustainability Coordinator, which could become a committee recommendation. The committee agreed to a proposed joint meeting with the Liberation and Freedom Committee on Wednesday, February 24 at 5:00 p.m. to review that group's Environmental Justice Draft Resolution. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the December 14, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Proposed joint meeting with Liberation and Freedom Committee for Feb. 24 at 5:00 p.m. to discuss Environmental Justice Draft Resolution
• Adjourned at 6:07 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, open bids for a printer sale, discuss sidewalk installation for 2021 street reconstruction, and act on final payments for the 2020 Bridge Street Pedestrian Crossing and Crack Sealing projects. The board will also consider licensing for concrete paving and Portland Cement Concrete work.

• Approve minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting
• Open bids for HP T1100 Printer sale
• Discuss 50 ft. and 820 ft. sidewalk installation on east and west sides of 3rd Avenue during 2021 Street Reconstruction Project
• Final payment for 2020 Bridge Street Pedestrian Crossing Project to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc.
• Final payment for 2020 Crack Sealing Project to Thunder Road LLC

The Board of Public Works approved installing about 50 feet of sidewalk on the east side and about 820 feet on the west side of 3rd Avenue as part of the 2021 Street Reconstruction Project, with a total cost estimated around $20,000. The board also approved final payments on two 2020 projects, approved asphalt-related licenses for two companies, accepted a $400 bid for a used HP printer, and approved a list of pre-qualified bidders for the 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project after a closed session. All motions passed by voice vote with no recorded tallies.

• Approved minutes of the January 12, 2021 meeting
• Accepted $400 bid from Shawn Ganther for an HP T1100 printer
• Approved ~50 ft. sidewalk on east side and ~820 ft. on west side of 3rd Avenue for the 2021 Street Reconstruction Project (cost estimated around $20,000)
• Approved final payment of $13,122.59 to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. for the 2020 Bridge Street Pedestrian Crossing Project
• Approved final payment of $5,982.50 to Thunder Road LLC for the 2020 Crack Sealing Project
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete licenses for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC and Zilisch Asphalt LLC
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving licenses for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC and Zilisch Asphalt LLC
• Approved 10 pre-qualified bidders for the 2021 Recycling of Roadway Pavement Project after closed session

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss and possibly approve a permanent easement granting Wisconsin Public Service and Charter Communications access to airport property to run gas, electric, and telecommunications lines to the new Kocourek Hangar at the Wausau Downtown Airport. The Airport Committee has already recommended approval. The easement is for $1.00 and includes restrictions to protect airport operations.

• Easement for WPS and Charter Communications to install utilities to Kocourek Hangar
• Easement area: Part of Lots 1-12, Block 2, Lake Wausau Addition, Wausau
• Fiscal impact: None
• Airport Committee approved easement 4-0 on Jan 21, 2021

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved a utility easement on airport property for WPS and Charter Communications LLC to serve the new Kocourek Hangar. The motion passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved easement for WPS and Charter Communications LLC to run utilities to Kocourek Hangar (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several financial items, including the November 2020 General Fund report, a guaranteed income pilot program with $100,000 in grant funding, and multiple budget modifications. The committee will also consider funding for LED lighting at McClellan Parking Ramp and a sole source purchase for Priority Based Budgeting.

• Discussion and possible action on $100,000 grant for Guaranteed Income Research Program pilot
• Discussion and possible action on 2021 budget modification for DPW Material Crushing Proposal
• Discussion and possible action on 2020 budget modification for Stormsewer Emergency Repair
• Discussion and possible action on 2021 budget modification for Robotic Total Station
• Discussion and possible action on funding LED lighting for McClellan Parking Ramp

The committee approved participation in a guaranteed income research pilot funded by a $100,000 grant. Members also approved the purchase of Priority Based Budgeting software and several budget modifications for infrastructure and equipment.

• Approved participation in Guaranteed Income Research Program and $100,000 grant (5-0)
• Approved Priority Based Budgeting software purchase (4-1)
• Approved 2021 budget modification for Robotic Total Station (4-1)
• Approved 2021 budget modification for DPW Material Crushing Proposal (4-1)
• Approved funding for LED lighting at McClellan Parking Ramp (4-1)
• Approved 2020 budget modification for Storm Sewer Emergency Repair (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 1/12/21 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including the sale of six properties on E. Thomas Street to Tyler Knudson Construction LLC for a housing project, amendments to the Wausau Center Mall redevelopment agreement, and various parking restrictions. The agenda also includes approvals for budget modifications, a citywide mask requirement, and sewer rate additions, among other items.

• Sale of 118, 120, 126, 130, 134, 138 E. Thomas St. to Tyler Knudson Construction LLC for Thomas Street Phase II Remnant Parcels Housing project
• Amendment to development agreement for Wausau Center Mall redevelopment with Wausau Opportunity Zone, Inc.
• Ordinance amending parking restrictions on S. 12th and S. 15th Avenues near W. Thomas Street
• Resolution approving COVID-19 mask requirement citywide
• Resolution authorizing addition of sewer rates to Fees and Licenses Schedule

The Common Council approved the sale of several remnant parcels on E. Thomas Street to Tyler Knudson Construction LLC for housing. Other key actions included approving a city-wide COVID-19 mask requirement and updating sewer rates.

• Approved sale of 118, 120, 126, 130, 134 and 138 E. Thomas Str. for housing (7-4)
• Approved city-wide COVID-19 related mask requirement (11-0)
• Approved Wausau Water Works Commission sewer rate updates (11-0)
• Approved 2021 budget modification for Fire Department software (10-1)
• Approved 2020 budget modification for Recycling, Parking and Airport Fund (10-1)
• Approved amendment to Wausau Center Mall redevelopment agreement (8-3)
• Approved no parking on north side of 500 block of Franklin Street (11-0)
• Approved no parking on Myron Street and Emter Street (9-2)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 2025 County Road U from Suburban Mixed-Use to Light Industrial, as well as act on a preliminary plat for Royal Vistas and a road vacation for Hilltop Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting future agenda items.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2025 County Road U from SMU to LI (Interstate Partners LLC)
• Preliminary Plat Review for Royal Vistas
• Vacating and discontinuing Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road
• Approve minutes of December 15, 2020 meeting

The Wausau Plan Commission approved the rezoning of 2025 County Road U from Suburban Mixed-Use to Light Industrial to accommodate a new Viking Electric facility. The commission also approved a preliminary plat review for Royal Vistas and voted to vacate and discontinue a portion of Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road.

• Approved minutes of December 15, 2020 (6-0)
• Rezoned 2025 County Road U to Light Industrial (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat review for Royal Vistas (6-0)
• Vacated and discontinued Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road (6-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Wausau Public Health & Safety Committee will meet on January 18, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposal to prohibit firearms at polling places and a citywide COVID-19 mask requirement. The committee will also review a hazardous materials response agreement between the City of Wausau and Marathon County.

• Discussion and possible action on prohibiting firearms and weapons at polling places
• Discussion and possible action on approving a Level B Hazardous Materials Response Agreement with Marathon County
• Discussion and possible action on a citywide COVID-19 mask requirement
• Possible action on a resolution opposing state legislation allowing "cocktails-to-go"
• Review of Fire Department operations report for December 2020

The committee approved a permanent prohibition of firearms and weapons at all polling sites and passed a resolution opposing state legislation that would allow 'cocktails-to-go.' It also extended the city-wide mask requirement to March 31, 2021, and approved a hazardous materials response agreement with Marathon County pending legal review.

• Approved prohibition of firearms and weapons at poll sites (4-0)
• Approved resolution opposing state 'cocktails-to-go' legislation (4-0)
• Extended city-wide mask requirement to March 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Level B Hazardous Materials Response Agreement contingent on legal review (4-0)
• Approved liquor license for Jefferson Street Inn Rental Pool, LLP (4-0)
• Denied Public Transport Driver Licenses for Philip McClure and James Lake (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/21/20 meeting (4-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Committee will decide on a public hearing to vacate Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road, approve a temporary easement for Bruce Buchkoski at 1202 and 1204 North 3rd Street, and a stormwater maintenance agreement for Nidus Holding Company LLC at 201 North 17th Avenue. The committee will also discuss parking restrictions on multiple blocks and preliminary design alternatives for street infrastructure near the former Great Lakes Cheese property.

• Approve temporary easement with Bruce Buchkoski at 1202 and 1204 North 3rd Street
• Action on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for Nidus Holding Company LLC at 201 North 17th Avenue
• Public Hearing: vacate and discontinue Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road
• Discuss parking restrictions on the 300 block of 3rd Street for Valet Parking Program
• Discuss preliminary design alternatives for street infrastructure in the North Riverfront Area near the former Great Lakes Cheese property

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee approved several infrastructure and parking measures, including vacating a portion of Hilltop Road, naming a roadway segment Excelsior Drive, and setting year-round parking restrictions on Emter and Myron Streets. The committee also advanced Option 3 for North Riverfront street design and approved 2021 street reconstruction projects. Additionally, valet parking restrictions on 3rd Street were extended for six months.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, temporary easement at 1202 and 1204 North 3rd Street, and stormwater agreement at 201 N. 17th Ave (5-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing Hilltop Road north of Forest Valley Road to termini (5-0)
• Approved extending temporary parking restrictions for 6 months on the 300 block of 3rd Street for the Valet Parking Program (5-0)
• Approved naming the segment of roadway south of Single Avenue as Excelsior Drive (5-0)
• Approved extending No Parking Here to Corner to the east past the driveway of 504 Franklin Street (4-1)
• Approved year-round parking restrictions on the west side of Emter Street from Myron to Thomas and on the south side of Myron from Cleveland to McCleary (3-2)
• Approved parking restrictions 135 feet from the corner on the west side of the 1000 block of South 12th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on the west side (118 feet) and east side (92 feet) of the 1000 block of South 15th Avenue (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Commission approved moving sewer rates from the municipal code to a fee schedule and adopted a new policy manual for rate establishment. It also approved a 10-year parts-only maintenance contract for wastewater plant micro-turbines and authorized promotional decals for utility vehicles.

• Approved amendment to WMC Ch13 to move sewer rates to a fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved implementation of Policy Manual Outline and Policy 301 for sewer rate review (5-0)
• Approved 10-year parts-only contract for micro-turbines at $3,500 per quarter (5-0)
• Approved spending approximately $470 for WAUter Savvy decals on utility vehicles (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a development agreement with WOZ Inc., along with several other items including budget transfers, termination of inspection service agreements, and reclassifications of city positions. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Development agreement with WOZ Inc.
• Budget modification to transfer funds to Parking, Recycling, and Airport Funds
• Terminating Inspection Services Agreements with Town of Stettin, City of Schofield, and Village of Rothschild
• Terminating Fire Department Mutual Aid Agreement with Rib Mountain Fire Department
• Towing Services Agreement with Joe Rader Towing LLC

The Finance Committee approved a development agreement with WOZ Inc. and authorized budget modifications to address deficits in the city's Parking, Recycling, and Airport funds. The committee also approved several administrative actions, including the termination of outdated service agreements, the reclassification of two city staff positions, and a sole-source consulting contract for the Wausau Policing Task Force.

• Approved development agreement with WOZ Inc. (4-1)
• Approved budget transfers for Parking, Recycling, and Airport funds (5-0)
• Approved sole-source consulting contract with WIPPS (5-0)
• Terminated four outdated inspection and fire service agreements (5-0)
• Approved towing services agreement with Joe Rader Towing LLC (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Building Maintenance Coordinator to Facilities Manager (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Business Development Specialist to Economic Development Manager (5-0)
• Approved measures to address pay compression for supervisory staff (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council approved a new bargaining agreement with the Wausau Professional Police Association and rezoned properties at 200 South 17th Avenue and 200 South 18th Avenue. The Council also designated the Grant School at 500 North 4th Avenue as a local historic landmark and authorized various street and alley construction assessments.

• Approved bargaining agreement with Wausau Professional Police Association (2021-2022)
• Rezoned 200 South 17th Avenue and 200 South 18th Avenue to Planned Unit Development
• Designated Grant School (500 North 4th Avenue) as a local historic landmark
• Approved special assessments for 2021 street and alley construction projects
• Approved no-build easement agreement at 200 N. 72nd Avenue

The Common Council approved the landmark designation of Grant School and rezoned two properties for a planned unit development. The council also approved a police bargaining agreement and several staff reclassifications.

• Designated Grant School at 500 North 4th Avenue as a Local Historic Landmark (11-0)
• Rezoned 200 South 17th Avenue and 200 South 18th Avenue to Planned Unit Development (11-0)
• Approved bargaining agreement with Wausau Professional Police Association for 2021-2022 (11-0)
• Approved towing services agreement with Joe Rader Towing LLC (11-0)
• Reclassified Building Maintenance Coordinator to Facilities Manager (11-0)
• Reclassified Business Development Specialist to Economic Development Manager (11-0)
• Approved preliminary resolutions for 2021 street construction and alley paving assessments (11-0)
• Approved no-build area easement agreement with Polywood Properties, LLC (11-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider routine items including approval of previous meeting minutes, contractor pay estimates for the drinking water and wastewater treatment facility projects, a change order and pay estimate for the Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing, and a concrete license application. All items are listed for possible action.

• Approve minutes of January 5, 2021 meeting
• Miron Construction pay estimate #5 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Miron Construction pay estimate #5 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project
• Janke General Contractors change order #1 and pay estimate #8 for Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing
• Portland Cement Concrete License for K. Berens Contracting LLC

The Board approved multiple pay estimates for ongoing water and wastewater facility projects. They also authorized a change order for the Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing and issued a concrete license to a local contractor.

• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved $2,117,329.88 payment for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved $2,601,673.00 payment for Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approved $32,684.25 change order for Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline
• Approved $177,311.58 payment for Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for K. Berens Contracting LLC

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will consider updating the city's COVID-19 employee policy for 2021, including new paid sick leave balances after federal benefits expired. They will also discuss reclassifying the Community Communications Specialist to full-time and the Building Maintenance Coordinator to Facilities Manager, and approving self-insurance for workers' compensation.

• Update COVID-19 policy: new Emergency Paid Sick Leave balance from 1/1/21 to 7/1/21
• Reclassify Building Maintenance Coordinator to Facilities Manager
• Classify full-time Community Communications Specialist
• Approve self-insurance for workers' compensation with CVMIC
• Approve December 2020 minutes and HR report

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to consider and potentially act upon various project pay estimates, change orders, and final payments. Items include pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, and Wausau Fire Station #2. The board will also review final payment for Wausau Fire Station #2 - Site and change orders for street and sewer projects.

• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #5
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #5
• Wausau Fire Station #2 - Building: Scherrer Construction, Pay Estimate #14
• Wausau Fire Station #2 - Site: Sunrise Trucking & Excavating LLC, Final Payment
• 2020 Street Construction Project B: Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC, Change Order #4, #5 and #6

The Board approved several pay estimates and change orders for fire station landscaping, sewer rehabilitation, and street construction. It also authorized a final developer payment for 2800 Stewart Avenue LLC.

• Approved $57,993.22 landscaping payment to Scherrer Construction
• Approved $24,872.26 final payment to Sunrise Trucking & Excavating LLC
• Approved $126,889.12 pay estimate to A-1 Excavating, Inc.
• Approved $3,515 change order for 2020 Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Approved $480, $1,385, and $10,740 change orders for Street Construction Project B
• Approved $151,492.69 pay estimate to Jake’s Excavating & Landscaping LLC
• Approved $264,116.08 final developer payment to 2800 Stewart Avenue LLC

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review and possibly act on a housing development proposal for the Thomas Street Phase 2 remnant parcel, and discuss issuing an RFP for three lots in the Riverlife north zone. They will also hear a presentation on the Wausau Cares 2020 small business grant/loan program and discuss community land trusts. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate the Thomas Street property purchase.

• Possible action on Thomas Street Phase 2 Remnant Parcel housing RFP
• Discussion on RFP for Lots #6, #7, #8 in Riverlife north zone
• Presentation on Wausau Cares 2020 grant and loan program
• Discussion on community land trusts concept
• Closed session for property purchase negotiations

The Economic Development Committee approved a proposal from Tyler Knudson Construction LLC to buy six city-owned lots on the 100 block of East Thomas Street for $7,500 each and build six single-family homes. The vote was 4-1, with Tom Kilian dissenting. The committee also voted 5-0 to release a Request for Proposal for Lots #6, #7 and #8 in the north zone of Riverlife, and tabled a presentation from MCDEVCO on the Wausau Cares 2020 grant and loan program because the representative could not attend.

• Approved proposal from Tyler Knudson Construction LLC for six Thomas Street lots at $7,500 each (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Approved release of RFP for Riverlife Lots #6, #7 and #8 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 12/01/2020 (5-0)
• Tabled MCDEVCO presentation on Wausau Cares 2020 grant and loan program
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly act on the Emerald Ash Borer plan and items to be funded from the 2020 unspent budget. They will also receive updates on 2021 staffing and the Dog Park Special Committee, and consider future agenda items including ordinance revisions, naming rights policy, and sponsorship program.

• Discussion and possible action on Emerald Ash Borer Plan
• Discussion and possible action on items for 2020 unspent budget funding
• 2021 Staffing Update
• Dog Park Special Committee Update
• Future agenda items: ordinance revisions, naming rights policy, sponsorship program

The Park and Recreation Committee approved a modified Emerald Ash Borer plan calling for a gradual, phased removal of all city ash trees over roughly twelve to fifteen years, adjusted based on where the insect is found. It also voted to recommend using 2020 unspent department funds for a $200,000 skate park renovation and $79,000 to replace city drinking fountains with bottle fillers. Both motions passed 5-0 by voice vote. The committee also heard retirements and trail maintenance updates, with no action taken on those items.

• Approved modified Emerald Ash Borer plan using a gradual phased approach in neighborhoods, about five phases over 12-15 years (5-0)
• Approved recommending $200,000 in 2020 unspent funds for skate park renovation and improvements (5-0)
• Approved recommending $79,000 in 2020 unspent funds to replace City drinking fountains with bottle fillers (5-0)
• Approved December 7, 2020 draft minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned at 5:45 p.m. (5-0)