Wausau public meetings in 2022

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve the minutes from its December 6 and 7, 2022 meetings and recommend architectural services for new construction. The board will also receive public comment on agenda items.

• Approve minutes of December 6 and 7, 2022 meetings
• Recommend architectural services for new construction (proposals opened November 29, 2022)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council held its December 13, 2022 meeting to vote on multiple resolutions and ordinances, including zoning changes, contracts for animal services, and property transactions. Several items were approved with unanimous or near-unanimous votes, while a few remain pending.

• Rezoned 306 South 4th Avenue from SR-7 to TF-10 zoning
• Approved $1-year animal impoundment services contract with Humane Society of Marathon County (2023)
• Approved intergovernmental humane officer services agreement with Everest Metropolitan Police Department (2023)
• Approved purchase of 722 Washington Street and sale of 206 N. 6th Avenue
• Approved installation of synthetic turf at Athletic Park

The Wausau Common Council approved the Wausau Opportunity Condominium plat and related documents after amending them to strike language about potential city ownership of a pedestrian bridge. The council also approved several other items, including rezoning 306 South 4th Avenue, terminating a development agreement with Riverlife Condos, purchasing 722 Washington Street, selling 206 N. 6th Avenue, and approving ARPA-funded water and sewer projects. A $29,000 settlement for a lawsuit was also approved.

• Approved Wausau Opportunity Condominium plat and related documents as amended (7-2)
• Amended Wausau Opportunity Condominium resolution to strike city bridge ownership language (5-4)
• Approved rezoning 306 South 4th Avenue from SR-7 to TF-10 (9-0)
• Terminated development agreement with Riverlife Condos, LLC (9-0)
• Approved purchase of 722 Washington Street (9-0)
• Approved sale of 206 N. 6th Avenue (9-0)
• Approved ARPA-funded water and sewer projects (8-1)
• Approved $29,000 settlement for lawsuit (9-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will review the November HR report, discuss amending the implementation date for the 2023 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for general employees, and hold a closed session to negotiate tentative bargaining agreements. Following the closed session, the committee will discuss and potentially act on collective bargaining agreements with the Wausau Firefighters Association, Local 415 and the Wausau Professional Police Association.

• Discussion and possible action on amending the implementation date of the 2023 COLA for general employees to the first pay period in 2023
• Closed session regarding tentative bargaining agreements for Wausau Firefighters Association, Local 415 and Wausau Professional Police Association
• Discussion and possible action on approving the collective bargaining agreement with the Wausau Firefighters Association, Local 415
• Discussion and possible action on approving the collective bargaining agreement with the Wausau Professional Police Association

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss 2023 street reconstruction projects and parking restrictions on Torney Avenue. The body will also consider the sale of 123 West Thomas Street and a grant for the Strawberry Fields pond.

• 2023 Street Reconstruction Projects public hearing results
• Parking restrictions on Torney Avenue from McDonald Street to Townline Road
• Sale of 123 West Thomas Street
• Urban Non-Point Source Construction Grant for Strawberry Fields dry detention pond
• Sidewalk policy and special assessments

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine approvals including meeting minutes, contractor pay estimates, and change orders for water, wastewater, and street construction projects. The board will also open bids for the sale of 123 West Thomas Street and hold a closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Open bids for sale of 123 West Thomas Street
• Pay Estimate #27 for Miron Construction at Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Pay Estimate #28 for Miron Construction at Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Change Order #2 and Pay Estimate #5 for Haas Sons, Inc. on 2022 Street Construction Project B
• Closed session to deliberate on claims under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g)

The Board of Public Works approved several pay estimates and change orders for city construction projects, including the drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities and street projects. No bids were received for the sale of 123 West Thomas Street. The board also approved a claim of $633.00 for ChiAnna Stencil after closed session.

• Approved minutes of November 29 and December 1 meetings
• No bids received for sale of 123 West Thomas Street
• Approved Pay Estimate #27 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility: $237,480.60
• Approved Pay Estimate #28 for Wastewater Treatment Facility: $433,881.87
• Approved Pay Estimate #5 for 2022 Street Construction Project A: $322,418.94
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2022 Street Construction Project B: $1,539.12
• Approved Pay Estimate #5 for 2022 Street Construction Project B: $208,789.86
• Approved Change Order #1 for 2022 Street Construction Project C: $4,820.00

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will decide on buying 722 Washington Street, selling 206 N. 6th Avenue, and approving condominium documents for the Wausau Opportunity Condominium. Updates on two development agreements for Athletic Park and Riverlife Condo Project will also be discussed.

• Purchase of 722 Washington Street for $X (Stratz)
• Sale of 206 N. 6th Avenue (Stratz)
• Approval of Wausau Opportunity Condominium Plat and related documents
• Update on Macndon Ventures, LLC Development Agreement for Athletic Park (Fifrick)
• Update on Riverlife Wausau, LLC Development Agreement for Riverlife Condo Project (Fifrick)

The committee approved the purchase of 722 Washington Street and the sale of 206 N 6th Avenue to Habitat for Humanity. It also approved the Wausau Opportunity Condominium legal structure and directed staff to terminate the Riverlife development agreement following an uncured default.

• Approved purchase of 722 Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved sale of 206 N 6th Avenue to Habitat for Humanity for $1,000 (5-0)
• Approved Wausau Opportunity Condominium Plat, bylaws, and board appointment (4-1)
• Approved termination of Riverlife development agreement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/1/22 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing regarding street construction projects planned for 2023. These projects involve roadwork on four specific city streets.

• Public hearing: Henrietta Street from Bellis Street to 13th Street
• Public hearing: Grant Street from North 6th Street to North 7th Street
• Public hearing: 10th Avenue from Oak Street to West Wausau Avenue
• Public hearing: North 17th Avenue from Stewart Avenue to Elm Street

The Board of Public Works held a public hearing to receive comments on special assessments for four 2023 street construction projects. No formal decisions were made; comments will be forwarded to the Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee for review. The board adjourned without taking action.

• Public hearing held on 2023 street construction projects (no vote)
• Comments forwarded to CISM Committee for December 8 meeting
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission is meeting to discuss utility operations, financial reports, and user rates presented by Ehlers. The agenda includes updates on the construction of the water and wastewater treatment facilities, as well as possible action on creating a Drinking Water Treatment Facility Solar Array Project Task Force and amending the 5-year capital projects plan.

• Presentation by Ehlers on Utility Financials and User Rates
• Discussion and Possible Action Creating a Drinking Water Treatment Facility Solar Array Project Task Force
• Discussion and Possible Action on Amendments to the Water and Wastewater 5-Year Capital Projects Plan
• Update on Construction of the Water Treatment Facility
• Update on Construction of the Wastewater Treatment Facility

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and potentially approve installing infield synthetic turf at Athletic Park. The body will also receive updates on park maintenance, remediation, and planting projects.

• Possible action on installing infield synthetic turf at Athletic Park
• Riverside Park Remediation update
• Native Planting Project on Barker Stewart Island
• Park updates regarding snowmaking, holiday trees, playground surfacing, and a memorial bench

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss and potentially draft a greenhouse gas resolution. The body will also consider a resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition.

• Drafting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) resolution
• Resolution to join Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
• Recap of Good News Project Tour
• Recap of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) presentation

The committee unanimously recommended the City Council adopt a resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (WLGCC), with edits to include the city's sustainability history and mention of federal legislation. The committee discussed but did not finalize a greenhouse gas (GHG) resolution, deciding to revisit the clean energy commitment targets at the next meeting. Minutes from September 22, 2022 were approved unanimously.

• Recommended City Council adopt resolution to join WLGCC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred final action on GHG resolution to next meeting

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to view and potentially act on the 2023 street construction projects list. The agenda includes four specific street segments proposed for construction. This is a regular meeting with a single substantive item for consideration.

• Grant Street from North 6th Street to North 7th Street
• Henrietta Street from Bellis Street to 13th Street
• North 10th Avenue from Oak Street to West Wausau Avenue
• North 17th Avenue from Stewart Avenue to Elm Street

The Board of Public Works reviewed four streets proposed for reconstruction in 2023: Grant Street, Henrietta Street, North 10th Avenue, and North 17th Avenue. No formal decisions were made; a public hearing is scheduled for December 6, 2022.

• Reviewed proposed 2023 reconstruction of Grant Street from North 6th to North 7th Street
• Reviewed proposed 2023 reconstruction of Henrietta Street from Bellis Street to 13th Street
• Reviewed proposed 2023 reconstruction of North 10th Avenue from Oak Street to West Wausau Avenue
• Reviewed proposed 2023 reconstruction of North 17th Avenue from Stewart Avenue to Elm Street

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on several procurement and contract items, including bids for a 7-passenger van and plow truck for Metro Ride, proposals for architectural services, lumber, and park benches, as well as a recommendation on the Business Campus Trail. The board will also discuss an amendment to a utilities design agreement for the Stewart Avenue project and finalize payments for a 2021 street construction project.

• Approve purchase of 7-passenger van for Metro Ride
• Approve purchase of plow truck for Metro Ride
• Open proposals for architectural services for new construction
• Recommend purchase of rough sawn treated lumber
• Recommend purchase of park benches

The Board of Public Works awarded a trail construction contract to Janke General Contractors and approved several equipment and material purchases. The board also approved a utility design amendment and a vehicle damage claim.

• Awarded Business Campus Trail contract to Janke General Contractors for $2,400,293.65
• Approved $37,925.20 proposal from Northern Crossarm Inc. for rough sawn treated lumber
• Approved $26,880.70 proposal from Uline for park benches
• Approved $32,000 amendment for Clark Dietz utility design on Stewart Avenue
• Approved $2,500 final payment to Steen Construction, Inc.
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete and Bituminous Concrete Paving licenses for InterCon Construction, Inc.
• Approved $2,201.79 damage claim for Thomas Kreager
• No bids received for Metro Ride 7-passenger van or plow truck

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee and Human Resources Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including 2023 fee schedules, ARPA funding requests, employee reclassifications, and agreements for animal impoundment and humane officer services. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss upcoming negotiations with city employee unions (Firefighters and Police).

• Closed session to discuss negotiations with Wausau Firefighters Association Local 415 and Wausau Professional Police Association
• Discussion and possible action on 2023 fee schedule per Municipal Code 3.40.010(a)
• Discussion and possible action on ARPA funding requests and budget modification
• Discussion and possible action on reclassification of Payroll Coordinator to Accountant (Payroll) and Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor
• Adoption of Animal Impoundment Services Agreement with Humane Society of Marathon County (Jan 1-Dec 31, 2023) and Intergovernmental Humane Officer Services Agreement with Everest Metropolitan Police Department

Common Council

The Common Council met to approve the 2023 city budget and general property tax. The body also decided on special assessments for street construction and updates to the city's outdoor recreation plan.

• Resolution Adopting the 2023 City of Wausau Budget and General Property Tax
• Preliminary Resolution Levying Special Assessments for 2023 Street Construction Projects
• Resolution Adopting the Updated Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2023-2027
• Ordinance creating Section 12.56.165 regarding Emerald ash borer
• Joint Resolution reclassifying Payroll Coordinator to Accountant (Payroll)

The Wausau Common Council adopted the 2023 city budget and general property tax as presented, with a 10-1 vote. A proposed amendment to prohibit budget modifications in the first half of 2023 failed 1-10. The council also approved consent agenda items, mayoral appointments, a preliminary resolution for special assessments on 2023 street projects, and two job reclassifications.

• Adopted 2023 city budget and property tax (10-1)
• Failed amendment to bar budget modifications in first half of 2023 (1-10)
• Approved consent agenda including parks plan and emerald ash borer ordinance (10-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to CIP Committee and Room Tax Commission (10-0)
• Adopted preliminary resolution for special assessments on 2023 street projects (11-0)
• Reclassified Payroll Coordinator to Accountant (Payroll) (11-0)
• Reclassified Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor (11-0)
• Suspended rule on filing resolutions (11-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee is meeting for a tour of the Good News Project facility at 1106 N 5th Street. No formal action will be taken; the meeting is informational only. A quorum of members may be present, and other city officials may attend.

• Tour of Good News Project facility at 1106 N 5th Street

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine items including approving minutes, opening bids for the sale of 123 West Thomas Street, and approving payments for several 2022 construction projects. They will also consider a Portland cement concrete license for BK Flatworks.

• Open bids for sale of 123 West Thomas Street
• Final payment to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for 2022 Asphalt Patching Project
• Pay Estimate #4 to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. for 2022 Sidewalk Project
• Final payment to C.P.R. Inc. for 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project
• Portland Cement Concrete License for BK Flatworks

The Board of Public Works approved three contractor payments, including a $268,083.84 final payment to C.P.R., Inc. for concrete pavement repair, a $37,707.63 pay estimate to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. for sidewalk work, and a $37,448.92 final payment to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for asphalt patching. No bids were received for the sale of 123 West Thomas Street, and staff will consider rebidding. A Portland cement concrete license for BK Flatworks was also approved.

• Approved final payment of $268,083.84 to C.P.R., Inc. for concrete pavement repair
• Approved Pay Estimate #4 of $37,707.63 to S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. for sidewalk project
• Approved final payment of $37,448.92 to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for asphalt patching
• Approved Portland cement concrete license for BK Flatworks
• No bids received for sale of 123 West Thomas Street; staff to consider rebidding

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes, hold a public hearing, and take possible action on several rezoning requests, conditional use approvals, and amendments to specific implementation plans for properties across the city. The meeting will also set the next meeting date and adjourn.

• Public hearing on rezoning 306 South 4th Avenue from SR-7 to TF-10 zoning
• Possible action on rezoning 306 South 4th Avenue from SR-7 to TF-10 zoning
• Possible approval of conditional use at 1102 Grand Avenue for residential recreational lakefront terrace
• Possible amendment to Specific Implementation Plan at 1520 and 1601 Elm Street for parking lot changes
• Possible approval of Specific Implementation Plan at 301 Washington Street for five-story mixed-use building with underground parking

The Wausau Plan Commission approved a specific implementation plan for a five-story mixed-use building with underground parking at 301 Washington Street, along with several other land-use items. The commission also approved a rezoning at 306 South 4th Avenue, a conditional use for a lakefront terrace at 1102 Grand Avenue, and a parking lot plan amendment at 1520 and 1601 Elm Street. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved specific implementation plan for five-story mixed-use building with underground parking at 301 Washington St (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 306 South 4th Ave from SR-7 to TF-10 (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for 16x12 lakefront terrace at 1102 Grand Ave (7-0)
• Approved parking lot plan amendment at 1520 and 1601 Elm St (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 city budget and consider several resolutions, including a rezoning at 6801 Stettin Drive, a historic landmark designation for John Marshall School, and multiple property sales and development agreements. The agenda also includes approvals for ARPA-funded projects and a sewer/water connection fee amendment.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 City of Wausau Budget
• Rezoning 6801 Stettin Drive from SR-2 to MI (Medium Industrial)
• Affordable housing development at 700, 804, 810, 814, 816 Grand Ave with Commonwealth Development Corporation
• Sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II LLC
• Ordinance amending connection fee for sanitary sewer and water main improvements

The Wausau Common Council voted 10-1 to designate John Marshall School, 1918 Lamont Street, as a Local Historic Landmark, despite the School Board's unanimous request not to do so. The council also approved a planning option agreement with Commonwealth Development Corporation for affordable housing at 700-816 Grand Ave, and approved the sale of 205 N. 10th Street. A proposed amendment to waive deed restrictions for MOCA's property at 309 McClellan Street failed, but the original resolution to waive the city's right of refusal and consent to the transfer passed 9-2.

• Designated John Marshall School as Local Historic Landmark (10-1)
• Approved planning option agreement with Commonwealth Development for affordable housing at Grand Ave (11-0)
• Authorized sale of 205 N. 10th Street (10-1)
• Approved first amendment to planning option for Westside Battery/L&S Printing redevelopment (11-0)
• Failed amendment to remove deed restrictions for MOCA property (5-6)
• Approved waiver of right of refusal and consent to transfer 309 McClellan St to MOCA (9-2)
• Approved sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II LLC (11-0)
• Adopted multiple ARPA-funded project budgets (all 11-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review the October HR report and consider reclassifying two specific job roles. The body will discuss changing the Payroll Coordinator position to Accountant (Payroll) and reclassifying the Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor.

• Proposed reclassification of Payroll Coordinator to Accountant (Payroll)
• Proposed reclassification of Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor
• Review of October Human Resources Report

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review various license applications, and consider a request to extend the abandonment of the Hiawatha Restaurant & Lounge premises. The committee will also receive updates on homelessness, fire department operations, and police department reports.

• Consider approval or denial of various license applications
• Request for extension to abandon Hiawatha Restaurant & Lounge premises (Section 5.64.160(e))
• Update on homelessness and related activities
• Fire Department Operations Reports for September and October 2022
• Wausau PD Operations Report and Tavern Activities Reports for Q3 2022 and September-October 2022

The committee approved staff recommendations for license applications and granted a 90-day license extension to Hiawatha Restaurant & Lounge, Inc. pending the sale of its building. Staff provided updates on homelessness outreach and fire department funding.

• Approved minutes of 10/24/22 meeting (4-0)
• Approved or denied licenses as recommended by staff (4-0)
• Granted 90-day license extension for Hiawatha Restaurant & Lounge, Inc. (4-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss and possibly act on a preliminary resolution levying special assessments for 2023 street construction projects, receive a construction update for 2022 projects, and approve the October meeting minutes. This is a regular meeting with public comment available.

• Preliminary resolution for 2023 street construction special assessments
• Construction update for 2022 projects
• Approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the preliminary resolution levying special assessments for 2023 street construction projects, contingent on budget approval, to expedite public hearings and bidding. All 2022 construction projects were reported complete. The meeting was procedural and adjourned after the vote.

• Approved minutes of October 13, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved preliminary resolution for 2023 street construction special assessments, contingent on budget approval (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council held a special meeting on November 9, 2022, and voted 9-2 to approve Change Order Request No. 9 from Miron Construction for the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Plant project, covering project close-out and chemical tubing modifications. The council also unanimously convened into closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding delays to substantial completion of the facility. Alderperson Tom Kilian voted no, requesting the city share non-privileged information with the public before approval.

• Approved Change Order Request No. 9 from Miron Construction for water treatment plant project (9-2)
• Convened into closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including a change order for the drinking water treatment facility, a recommendation for engineering design services for a traffic signal at 17th Avenue and Elm Street, and an increase in blacktop quantities for asphalt patching. The board will also approve pay estimates and final payments for various 2022 construction projects and a concrete license.

• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Change Order #10
• Recommendation for Engineering Design Services - 17th Avenue/Elm Street Signal Design
• Discussion on increase of estimated quantities of blacktop for asphalt patching
• 2022 Sidewalk Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., Pay Estimate #4
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Badger Crete LLC

The Board of Public Works approved a change order for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, increasing the contract by $83,998.99. They also approved a proposal from Ayres for engineering design services for the 17th Avenue/Elm Street signal, with a projected cost of $15,500. Two pay requests were held pending confirmation of budget transfers, while other payments and a license were approved.

• Approved Change Order #10 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility, +$83,998.99
• Accepted Ayres proposal for 17th Avenue/Elm Street signal design ($15,500 projected)
• Approved increase in estimated quantities of blacktop for asphalt patching
• Held 2022 Sidewalk Project pay estimate #4 pending budget confirmation
• Held 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project final payment pending budget confirmation
• Approved final payment of $79,393.54 to Brickline, Inc. for pavement marking
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete license for Badger Crete LLC

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to consider Change Order Request No. 9 and Work Change Directive 16 for chemical tubing modifications at the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Plant Facility Project. The council will also hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy related to delays in the facility's substantial completion, with possible action to follow in open session.

• Approving Change Order Request No. 9 from Miron Construction for project close-out and Work Change Directive 16, revision 1, for Chemical Tubing Modifications at the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Plant Facility Project
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy concerning delays to substantial completion of the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Facility

The Wausau Common Council held a special meeting and voted 9-2 to approve Change Order Request No. 9 from Miron Construction for the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Plant project, covering project close-out and chemical tubing modifications. The council also unanimously approved a closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding delays to the project's substantial completion. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved Change Order Request No. 9 from Miron Construction for the Wausau Drinking Water Treatment Plant project (9-2)
• Approved closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy on project delays (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance and Human Resources Committees are meeting to recommend the 2023 budget and fee schedule. The body will also discuss funding for 2022 Water and Sewer Capital Projects and various ARPA funding requests.

• Funding for 2022 Water and Sewer Capital Projects via debt issuance, internal transfers, or ARPA funding
• Recommendation of the 2023 Budget and 2023 Fee Schedule
• Proposed sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue in the Business Campus to Wausau Coated Enterprises II LLC (Fifrick)
• Budget modifications for the 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail Project
• Budget modifications for Hot Mix and the EMS Flex Grant Award

The joint Finance and Human Resources Committees approved an amendment to the Extended Retirement Notice Incentive, backdating eligibility to June. The Finance Committee approved the sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II, LLC, accepted an EMS Flex Grant, reclassified ARPA projects to revenue replacement, and approved a $10,000 budget transfer from cold to hot mix. The committee approved the draft 2023 budget (3-1) and agreed to $500,000 in water utility payment forgiveness for 2023.

• Approved amendment to Extended Retirement Notice Incentive (Finance 5-0, HR 5-0)
• Approved sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II, LLC (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of EMS Flex Grant and related budget modification (4-0)
• Approved change of ARPA project classifications to revenue replacement (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 budget transfer from cold mix to hot mix (4-0)
• Approved draft 2023 Budget and forwarded to Council (3-1, Diny dissenting)
• Agreed by consensus to $500,000 water utility payment forgiveness for 2023

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will consider adopting the updated City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for 2023-2027, discuss a table donation to Two Hearts Dog Park, and vote on amending municipal code chapters related to parks. The committee will also receive updates on park projects and the Riverside Park remediation. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Adoption of updated City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2023-2027
• Table donation to Two Hearts Dog Park
• Amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 9.04.040, 9.20, and 12.56
• Park updates: tree planting, Peace Sculpture, memorial bench, Athletic Park video board prep, pier removals, water systems, Sylvan tow rope, dog park signs
• Riverside Park remediation update

The committee approved the updated Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for City Council adoption and accepted a donation of two tables for Two Hearts Dog Park. It also recommended specific municipal code amendments regarding park regulations and street trees for City Council approval.

• Approved updating the City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2023-2027 and moving it to City Council (5-0)
• Approved accepting a donation of two concrete-type tables for Two Hearts Dog Park (5-0)
• Recommended changes to Chapter 9.20 Park Regulations and Chapter 12.56 Street Trees be sent to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended that Ordinance 9.04.040 Littering prohibited be sent to the Public Health and Safety Committee (5-0)
• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a specific work directive. The item concerns construction changes at the city's water treatment plant.

• Work Change Directive #16 with Miron Construction for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility

The Board of Public Works approved Work Change Directive 16_R1 with Miron Construction for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, extending the contract deadline and authorizing work at an estimated cost of $98,900.89, tracked on a time and materials basis. The board also approved an amendment with Becher Hoppe reducing the contract amount by $23,273.15, with Donohue waiving consulting costs through December 9, 2022. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Approved Work Change Directive 16_R1 with Miron Construction (3-0)
• Approved amendment with Becher Hoppe reducing contract by $23,273.15 (3-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is meeting to open proposals for two Water Utility pickup trucks and engineering design services for the 17th Avenue/Elm Street signal design. The board will also review a pay estimate for the 2022 Street Construction Project B and a final payment for the 2022 Street Sealcoating Project.

• Open proposals for a full size 3/4 ton pickup truck for the Water Utility
• Open proposals for a full size 3/4 ton pickup (box delete) for the Water Utility
• Open proposals for Engineering Design Services - 17th Avenue/Elm Street Signal Design
• 2022 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Pay Estimate #4
• 2022 Street Sealcoating Project: Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC, Final Payment

The Board of Public Works opened proposals for two pickup trucks for the Water Utility and for engineering design services for a traffic signal project, with staff to review and bring recommendations. The board also approved a pay estimate for the 2022 Street Construction Project B and a final payment for the 2022 Street Sealcoating Project.

• Approved minutes of October 26, 2022 meeting
• Opened proposals for ¾ ton pickup truck: Kocourek Ford $47,574.68, Menke Automotive $42,984.00
• Opened proposals for ¾ ton pickup (box delete): Kocourek Ford $49,818.80, Menke Automotive $41,784.00
• Opened proposals for 17th Avenue/Elm Street Signal Design from Clark Dietz, Ayres Associates, Shive Hattery, KL Engineering
• Approved Pay Estimate #4 for 2022 Street Construction Project B: $360,239.71 to Haas Sons, Inc.
• Approved final payment for 2022 Street Sealcoating Project: $8,369.17 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 2022 meeting, receive a director’s report on utility operations including water and wastewater projects, and hear presentations on funding, borrowing, and a lead service line replacement plan. The commission will also discuss potential future PFAS regulations and possible amendments to connection fee ordinances.

• Approve minutes of October 4th, 2022 meeting
• Presentation on Water/Sewer Rate Cases by Ehlers
• Presentation on Lead Service Line Replacement Plan by Clark-Dietz/CDM Smith
• Possible action amending WMC 3.24 Special Assessments and Water/Sewer Connection fees

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved an amendment to WMC 3.24 to establish connection fees for municipalities, specifically addressing the Village of Maine's potential wastewater connection. The commission also discussed lead service line replacement plans and PFAS regulations but took no action on those items. A closed session was held regarding contractual delays with Miron Construction on the water treatment facility.

• Approved amendment to WMC 3.24 for municipal water/sewer connection fees (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Held closed session on Miron Construction contractual delays (5-0)
• Tabled Ehlers presentation on funding and rate cases until December
• No action on lead service line replacement plan
• No action on PFAS regulations discussion

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly act on several property sales and amendments to development agreements. The meeting includes reviews of residential and business campus parcels and a potential update on a COPs building.

• Sale of 110 S. 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II, LLC
• Sale of 205 N 10th Street to Nathan Tvedten
• First Amendment to Development Agreement for Mountain Lanes apartments at 1401 Elm Street
• Approval of Wausau Opportunity Zone (WOZ) Condominium Declarations and Plat
• Update on 722 Jefferson Street for a potential COPs building

The Economic Development Committee approved several property-related actions, including waiving the First Right of Refusal and a PILOT payment for the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art (4-1), approving the sale of a city-owned lot at 205 N 10th Street for $2,000 (4-1), and extending the planning option for Gorman & Co. at 415 S 1st Avenue. The committee also approved the sale of 110 S 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II, LLC, and consented to the transfer of the Mountain Lanes apartments to Dean Kincaid, Inc. All other actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from 10/17/22 (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Planning Option for Gorman & Co. at 415 S. 1st Avenue (5-0)
• Approved sale of 110 S 84th Avenue to Wausau Coated Enterprises II, LLC for $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved waiver of First Right of Refusal and PILOT payment for Jim N.E. Cricket, LLC at 309 McClellan Street (4-1)
• Approved sale of 205 N 10th Street to Nathan Tvedten for $2,000 (4-1)
• Approved First Amendment to Development Agreement for Mountain Lanes apartments at 1401 Elm Street (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Mountain Lanes apartments from 1401 Elm Street, LLC to Dean Kincaid, Inc. (5-0)
• Directed staff to issue notice of default under the T. Wall/Foundry on Third Development Agreement (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, opening street lighting control proposals, and reviewing pay estimates and change orders for various 2022 street construction and asphalt patching projects. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Open proposals for street lighting controls
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #26
• 2022 Street Construction Project A: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Change Orders #2-#8 and Pay Estimate #4
• 2022 Street Construction Project C: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Pay Estimate #2
• 2022 Asphalt Patching Project: Zilisch Asphalt LLC, Pay Estimate #3

The Board of Public Works approved several contracts and payments, including a $272,480 street lighting control proposal from Mlazgar Associates, multiple pay estimates for street and water projects, and developer agreement draw requests. All votes were 3-0 except for four developer payments, which passed 2-1 with Jacobson dissenting due to concerns about the Board's authority.

• Approved minutes of October 11, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Approved $272,480 street lighting controls proposal from Mlazgar Associates (3-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #26 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility, $97,504.78 (3-0)
• Approved Change Orders #2-#8 for 2022 Street Construction Project A, total $11,933.80 (3-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #4 for 2022 Street Construction Project A, $235,463.20 (3-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for 2022 Street Construction Project C, $169,628.72 (3-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 for 2022 Asphalt Patching Project, $44,455.04 (3-0)
• Approved developer draw requests for Nidus Holding, 1401 Elm Street, Great Lakes Cheese, and Macdon Ventures (2-1 each, Jacobson dissenting)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is holding its fifth budget session to discuss and possibly act on ARPA funding requests and related budget modifications, as well as to recommend the 2023 budget, including setting the 2023 fee schedule. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and is open for public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on ARPA funding requests and related budget modification
• Budget discussions and actions on recommending the 2023 budget
• Setting the 2023 fee schedule
• Approval of minutes from the 10/11/22 meeting

The committee approved several supplemental budget requests for police, fire, and public works, reducing the total request from .16 cents to .039 cents. The committee also forwarded most ARPA funding requests for the Water & Sewer Utility, excluding the Solar Array Study.

• Approved minutes of 10/11/22 (3-0)
• Forwarded ARPA funding requests for Water & Sewer Utility, excluding Solar Array Study (4-0)
• Approved supplemental requests for Hot Mix, OWI Blood Draws, Body Cameras, Outreach Coordinator, Fire Mental Wellness, Mechanic (starting July 1), Fleet Analyst (starting July 1), and $5,000 for Fire Training (4-1)
• Directed Finance Director to publish the draft budget (4-1)

Common Council

The Common Council is deciding on various city ordinances, including parking restrictions and property easements. The body is also reviewing budget approvals for site investigations and amendments to the employee handbook.

• Realignment of 28th Avenue from Hilltop Avenue to West Wausau Avenue
• No parking designations on Excelsior Drive south of Single Avenue and on Single Avenue near Prospect Avenue
• Budget for GEI Consultants, Inc. for site investigation at 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Stormwater facility management agreement with Apogee Wausau Group Inc. at 7500 Stewart Avenue
• Assessor’s Plat No. 7 for 901 Townline Road, 1309 Torney Avenue, 1315 Torney Avenue and 1321 Torney Avenue

The Wausau Common Council passed the consent agenda and several resolutions, including approving an easement agreement, amendments to the East Riverfront covenants, a Brownfields grant application, and waivers of first right of refusal for two properties. All votes were 10-0 or 9-1, with one member not voting. No substantive public comment was made.

• Adopted consent agenda including stormwater agreement, parking changes, and street map amendment (10-0)
• Confirmed Lindsey Lewitzke to Room Tax Commission (10-0)
• Approved easement agreement with Aschbrenner for right-of-way at 1100 Highland Park Blvd (9-1)
• Approved Second Amendment to Wausau East Riverfront covenants (10-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to East Riverfront covenants, rescinding Second Amendment (10-0)
• Approved budget for GEI Consultants site investigation and Brownfields grant application (10-0)
• Approved employee handbook amendments for protected service employees and vacation accrual (10-0)
• Waived first right of refusal for properties at 840 S. 62nd Ave and 7333 Stewart Ave (10-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding its fourth budget session to discuss and take action on recommending the 2023 Budget. This includes the establishment of the 2023 Fee Schedule.

• Recommendation of the 2023 Budget
• Setting the 2023 Fee Schedule

The Finance Committee held a budget session to discuss the 2023 budget, including supplemental requests from various departments. No final decisions were made; the requests will be ranked and submitted for the October 25th Finance meeting. The committee also reviewed the estimated tax rate increase of 4.156%.

• No formal decisions made; supplemental requests to be ranked and submitted for October 25th meeting
• Discussed Airport capital projects, including $750,000 for design and engineering with $37,500 city match
• Reviewed Fire Department requests: $13,100 for training, $1,020 for software, $12,500 for mental wellness program
• Reviewed Parks Department requests: $85,000 for Emerald Ash Borer management, $8,000 for tree planting, $5,200 for pool pump maintenance, $3,000 for non-ash tree removal, $12,000 for invasive species removal
• Reviewed DPW requests: $50,000 for hot mix asphalt, $76,755 for fleet analyst, $90,000 for mechanic, $82,394 for safety and training specialist
• Reviewed Community Development request: $11,500 for administrative assistant
• Reviewed Police Department requests: $12,000 for OWI blood draws, $17,500 for body cameras, $5,000 for community outreach/homelessness

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider ordinances on commercial kennels and animal sale restrictions, hear a license policy presentation, and review staff updates on homelessness. It will also act on various license applications and receive operations reports from the fire and police departments. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and communications.

• Ordinance permitting commercial kennels
• Ordinance creating restrictions on the sale of animals
• License policy presentation by Nathan Miller
• Various license application approvals/denials
• Homelessness and related activities staff update

The committee approved several license applications and a special event application for a block party, though the event was later cancelled. Action on one operator's license was delayed to allow the applicant to provide evidence of rehabilitation.

• Approved minutes of 9/19/22 meeting (5-0)
• Approved 'Hauntingly Chill' special event contingent on temporary premise extension application (5-0)
• Approved various licenses, excluding Charrish Winfory (5-0)
• Delayed action on Charrish Winfory's operator's license to next meeting
• Deferred commercial kennel ordinance to December meeting
• Deferred animal sale restriction ordinance to December meeting
• Deferred Fire Department and Wausau PD operations reports to next meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding its third budget session to discuss and take action on the 2023 budget. This includes recommending the final budget and setting the 2023 fee schedule.

• Recommendations for the 2023 Budget
• Setting the 2023 Fee Schedule

The committee received a report on a successful bond sale with a winning bid from Robert W. Baird. Staff presented budget influences for 2023, including personnel and non-personnel cost increases. No formal votes on the budget or fee schedule were recorded.

Finance Committee

The Wausau Human Resources/Finance Committee is holding its second budget session to discuss and take action on recommending the 2023 city budget, including setting the 2023 fee schedule. The agenda also includes discussion and possible action on ARPA funding requests, a sole source request to upfit 2023 police squad cars, and a sales study for a Stewart Avenue project. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss recommendations regarding upcoming negotiations of city employee union contracts with the Wausau Firefighters Association and the Wausau Professional Police Association.

• Discussion and possible action on ARPA funding requests
• Discussion and possible action on sole source request to upfit 2023 Police Squad Cars
• Discussion and possible action on Sales Study for Project ID 6999-09-02, Stewart Avenue, South 72nd Avenue to South 48th Avenue
• Closed session to discuss recommendations for negotiations with Wausau Firefighters Association, Local 415 and Wausau Professional Police Association
• Setting the 2023 Fee Schedule

Finance Committee

The committee approved a sole source request for 2023 police squad car equipment and a sales study for a Stewart Avenue project. Members discussed using ARPA funding for water and sewer utility projects and the possibility of forgiving tax equivalent payments to the utility.

• Approved sole source request to upfit 2023 Police Squad Cars (5-0)
• Approved Sales Study for Project ID 6999-09-02, Stewart Avenue (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and discuss rezoning and conditional use requests. The body will also consider a sign approval and a city map amendment for road realignment.

• Rezoning 6801 Stettin Drive from Single Family Residential-2 to Medium Industrial
• Conditional use for a 16x12 terrace area at 1102 Grand Avenue
• Approval of a dual-post sign at 815 Grand Avenue
• Amending the Official City Map for the realignment of 28th Avenue from Hilltop Avenue to West Wausau Avenue

The Plan Commission approved a rezoning of 6801 Stettin Drive from SR-2 to MI, Medium Industrial, and approved an amendment to the Official City Map for the realignment of 28th Avenue. A conditional use for a lakefront terrace at 1102 Grand Avenue was discussed but no action was taken. A dual-post sign at 815 Grand Avenue was denied unanimously.

• Approved rezoning 6801 Stettin Drive from SR-2 to MI (6-0)
• Approved Official City Map amendment for 28th Avenue realignment (6-0)
• Denied dual-post sign at 815 Grand Avenue (0-6)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 (6-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially act on amendments to the East Riverfront Declaration. The body is also reviewing responses to the 700 Grand RFP and negotiations for a development agreement at 1520 Elm St.

• Second Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration
• Third Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration
• Negotiations on First Amendment to Development Agreement with RJ Elm Properties, LLC for Bantr at 1520 Elm St.
• Review of 700 Grand RFP responses

The committee selected Commonwealth Companies to move forward with negotiations for the 700 Grand project. Two amendments to the East Riverfront Declaration were also approved to adjust assessment dates and proportional responsibilities.

• Approved Second Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration to change assessment calculation date to 1/1/23 (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration to update parcel configurations and proportional responsibility (5-0)
• Selected Commonwealth Companies for 700 Grand project and directed staff to negotiate (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/4/22 with amendments (5-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will hold a public hearing and consider amending the Official City Map for the 28th Avenue realignment, along with several parking restriction changes, property sales, and other infrastructure items. The committee will also receive a stormwater utility presentation and a construction update for 2022 projects.

• Public hearing and possible action on amending the Official City Map for 28th Avenue realignment from Hilltop Avenue to West Wausau Avenue
• Parking restrictions on Cedar Street between North 3rd Avenue and North 4th Avenue
• Parking restrictions on Single Avenue (Prospect Avenue to Genrich Street) and Excelsior Drive south of Single Avenue
• Possible grant of easement for improvements adjacent to 1100 Highland Park Boulevard with Mathew and Kristen Aschbrenner
• Final approval of Assessor's Plat No. 7 (901 Townline Road, 1309, 1315, 1321 Torney Avenue) and sale of 123 West Thomas Street

The committee approved amendments to the Official City Map for the realignment of 28th Avenue, removing some property from the map to support a two-lane roadway. It also approved several other items, including parking restrictions on Single Avenue and Excelsior Drive, an easement for improvements in a right-of-way, and a stormwater maintenance agreement. A motion to move Cedar Street parking restrictions to the south side failed.

• Approved Official City Map amendments for 28th Avenue realignment (4-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on Single Avenue, Prospect Avenue to Genrich Street (4-0)
• Approved no parking on Excelsior Drive south of Single Avenue (4-0)
• Approved easement for improvements in right-of-way adjacent to 1100 Highland Park Boulevard (3-1)
• Approved final Assessor's Plat No. 7 (4-0)
• Approved sale of 123 West Thomas Street (4-0)
• Approved Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Apogee Wausau Group Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Option 3 for 17th Avenue roadway layout (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is scheduled to meet on October 11, 2022, to consider proposals for winter hand labor and shoveling services, along with various project payments and change orders. Items on the agenda include decisions regarding the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, street and sidewalk construction, alley paving, and asphalt paving.

• Proposal recommendation for Hand Labor and Shoveling Services for Winter Seasons 2022-2023 through 2026-2027
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction Change Order #22 & #23 and Pay Estimate #27
• 2022 Street Construction Project C: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Pay Estimate #1
• 2022 Sidewalk Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., Pay Estimate #3
• Final payments for the 2022 Alley Paving Project, 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A, and Industrial Park Force Main Access Points

The Board of Public Works approved a multi-year contract for hand labor and shoveling services with Revi for winter seasons 2022-2027, noting rates increased $2-$3 per hour but were within budget. The board also approved two change orders and several pay estimates for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, along with final payments for completed street, sidewalk, alley, and paving projects.

• Approved Hand Labor and Shoveling Services contract with Revi for 2022-2027 (2-0)
• Approved Change Order #22 ($81,172.04) and #23 ($42,191.49) for Miron Construction (2-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #27 ($302,635.29) for Miron Construction (2-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 ($263,277.30) for A-1 Excavating, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 ($134,167.83) for S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved final payment ($1,000) for Haas Sons, Inc. alley paving (2-0)
• Approved final payment ($16,135.52) for American Asphalt paving project (2-0)
• Approved final payment ($3,000) for A-1 Excavating force main access points (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will hold its first budget session to discuss and recommend the 2023 city budget and fee schedule. Members will also review grant policy, a 2021 single audit, and potential budget changes for hot-mix asphalt purchases.

• Recommend 2023 budget and fee schedule
• Review and recommend grant policy
• Approve FLSA exempt employees’ ability to earn additional compensation during Workday implementation
• Discuss 2021 Single Audit
• Approve budget modification for hot-mix asphalt purchase

The Finance Committee approved additional compensation for FLSA-exempt employees in Finance and HR during the Workday implementation, allowing them to earn straight-time pay for hours over 40 from Nov. 24, 2022 through Jan. 31, 2023. The committee also approved a budget modification for hot mix purchases to complete more street work before year-end. A draft grant policy was discussed but not approved, with plans to send it to departments for review and bring it back for final approval. The 2023 budget process was kicked off as a standing item for the next four meetings.

• Approved extra compensation for salaried Workday implementation staff (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for hot mix purchase (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/27/22 meeting (5-0)
• Discussed draft grant policy; no action taken
• Set 2023 budget as standing item for next four agendas

Common Council

The Common Council is voting on parking ordinance changes, insurance plan designs for 2023, and the 2023 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 1. The body is also reviewing contracts for leaf baling equipment and street maintenance budget modifications.

• Designation of John Marshall School at 1918 Lamont Street as a Local Historic Landmark
• Parking ordinance changes for N. 3rd Street and Grant Street
• 2023 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District (BID) No. 1
• Leaf baling equipment contract with Baumann Dairy Farm LLC
• Approval of Royal View Estates 1st Addition Plat

The Wausau Common Council voted 6-4 to table the ordinance designating John Marshall School as a local Historic Landmark for one month, following public comment and debate. The council also approved several consent agenda items, parking ordinances, the 2023 insurance plan design, a leaf baling equipment contract, and a budget modification.

• Tabled John Marshall School historic landmark designation for one month (6-4)
• Adopted consent agenda including BID No. 1 operating plan, Royal View Estates plat, licenses, and water treatment agreement (10-0)
• Approved no-parking ordinance on N. 3rd Street (10-0)
• Approved no-parking ordinance on Grant Street (10-0)
• Approved 2023 health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plan design (10-0)
• Approved leaf baling equipment contract with Baumann Dairy Farm LLC (10-0)
• Approved budget modification moving funds from Seal Coat to Hot Mix budget (10-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to consider amendments to the employee handbook regarding protected service repayment. The body will also discuss allowing FLSA exempt employees in Finance and Human Resources to earn additional compensation during workday implementation.

• Proposed amendment to Employee Handbook Section 4.07 – Protected Service Employee Repayment Commitment
• Proposed additional compensation for FLSA Exempt Employees in Finance and Human Resources Departments
• Review of September Human Resources Report

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and potentially approve a funding strategy for a Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) treatment process to remove PFAS from drinking water, following a presentation by Ehler's. The commission will also consider a sanitary sewer agreement with the Town of Stettin and whether to treat chemical purchases as commodity purchases due to volatile pricing. Updates on utility operations, staffing, and projects will be provided.

• Discussion and possible action on funding strategy for GAC treatment for PFAS removal
• Sanitary sewer agreement with Town of Stettin
• Consideration of chemical purchases as commodity purchasing
• Update on PFAS Pilot Study funding request to WDNR & USEPA
• Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor Pat VanOuse retiring 12/29/2022

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved treating chemical purchases as commodity purchasing through 2023, allowing staff to seek quotes as needed due to volatile pricing. The Commission also approved a sanitary sewer agreement with the Town of Stettin and the minutes of the September 6th meeting. No action was taken on funding strategies for the GAC treatment process or solar project discussions.

• Approved minutes of September 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer agreement with Town of Stettin (5-0)
• Approved chemical purchases as commodity purchasing through 2023 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on responses to a Request for Proposal for the redevelopment of 700 Grand Avenue. The meeting will also include a closed session to review these proposals, followed by reconvening to take action on the closed session items. Additionally, the committee will brainstorm on affordable housing opportunities.

• Review and possible action on 700 Grand Avenue (Fifrick) RFP responses
• Closed session for deliberating RFP responses for 700 Grand Avenue
• Reconvene to take action on closed session items
• Brainstorming on affordable housing opportunities
• Approval of minutes from 9/13/22

The Economic Development Committee heard presentations from four developers proposing affordable housing at 700 Grand Avenue but took no action to select a proposal. The committee also approved minutes from prior meetings, moved into closed session to discuss development agreements, and discussed affordable housing strategies including potential use of city-owned lots. No final decision was made on the 700 Grand Avenue RFP.

• Approved minutes from 8/23/22 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/23/22 (5-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss development agreements (5-0)
• Reconvened in open session (4-0)
• No action taken on 700 Grand Avenue proposals; discussion only

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will open bids for several infrastructure and maintenance projects. Members will also discuss contract amendments for downtown redevelopment and a facility study.

• Bids for Business Campus Trail - 72nd Avenue
• Bids for street lighting controls
• RFPs for hand labor and shoveling services (2022-2027)
• Amendment #1 to Becher Hoppe agreement for Downtown Mall Redevelopment
• Amendment #4 to Barrientos agreement for DPW Facility Study

The Board of Public Works approved delaying special assessments for driveways and sidewalk until next year for 2022 street construction projects, while front footage and lateral costs remain due this year. It also approved a $21,219.82 change order and a $228,096.25 pay estimate for Project B, and approved amendments for Downtown Mall Redevelopment and DPW Facility Study contracts. Bids for the Business Campus Trail, street lighting controls, and hand labor services were opened but deferred for staff review.

• Approved minutes of September 27, 2022 meeting
• Approved Change Order #1 for Haas Sons, Inc. in amount of $21,219.82
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 for Haas Sons, Inc. in amount of $228,096.25
• Approved delaying assessments for driveways and sidewalk until next year
• Approved Amendment #1 to agreement with Becher Hoppe for Downtown Mall Redevelopment
• Approved Amendment #4 to agreement with Barrientos for DPW Facility Study, contingent on review
• Opened bids for Business Campus Trail – 72nd Avenue; deferred for review
• Opened bids for street lighting controls; deferred for review

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee will consider the 2023-2024 fee schedule for the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, and receive updates on pool operations, park improvements, and Riverside Park remediation. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes. Most items are for discussion or possible action, with no final votes expected on major contracts or ordinances.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023-2024 fee schedule
• 2022 pool operations review
• Park updates: Memorial Benches, Sylvan Tubing, 400 Block Improvements, Riverlife Irrigation, Water Systems
• Riverside Park remediation update
• Future agenda: 2023-2027 CORP review

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the 2023-2024 fee schedule, which includes a 2% credit card convenience fee, a 3% increase in shelter fees, and slight increases for Athletic Park, camping, private events, ball diamonds, sports fields, and Sylvan tubing. The committee also approved the September 6, 2022 minutes. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved 2023-2024 fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved September 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review and likely approve two contractor pay estimates: one for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project with Miron Construction and another for the 2022 Street Construction Project A with A-1 Excavating, Inc. The board will also reconvene after a closed session to act on pre-qualification statements for the Business Campus Trail - 72nd Avenue.

• Approve Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #26
• Approve 2022 Street Construction Project A: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Pay Estimate #3
• Closed session for Business Campus Trail - 72nd Avenue pre-qualification statements

The Board of Public Works approved two pay estimates for wastewater and street projects. It also approved seven bidders for the Business Campus Trail – 72nd Avenue project following a closed session.

• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project Pay Estimate #26 for $735,048.95
• Approved 2022 Street Construction Project A (Bugbee Avenue) Pay Estimate #3 for $208,137.58
• Approved bidders for Business Campus Trail – 72nd Avenue: A-1 Excavating LLC., Earth Inc., Haas Sons, Inc., Janke General Contractors, McCabe Construction, Pember Companies, Inc., and RC Pavers LLC
• Approved minutes of the September 20, 2022 meeting

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee and Human Resources Committee are meeting jointly to hear the 2021 audit presentation, set budget meeting dates, and discuss several financial items including a budget modification for environmental work, a resolution hiring Booth Management Consulting for ARPA, and the 2023 Business Improvement District operating plan. They will also consider a sole source purchase for police license plate readers and a FEMA grant for nine firefighters.

• 2021 Audit Presentation by Clifton Larson Allen
• Budget modification for Supplemental Site Investigation Work and RAOR at 1300 Cleveland Ave
• Resolution hiring Booth Management Consulting for ARPA contract and budget modification
• Sole source purchase with Flock Safety for police automated license plate readers (one-year contract)
• FEMA SAFER Grant for nine firefighters over 3 years - $3,164,763

The committee accepted a FEMA SAFER grant to hire nine firefighters over three years. Other actions included approving 2023 employee insurance plans and a contract for ARPA grant management. The committee also authorized groundwater testing at 1300 Cleveland Ave while delaying a remedial action report.

• Approved 2023 Health, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance plans (HR 3-0, Finance 4-0)
• Approved 2023 Business Improvement District Operating Plan (4-0)
• Approved hiring Booth Management Consulting for ARPA contract and budget modification (4-0)
• Approved PFAS groundwater testing (Tasks 1-4) and delayed ROAR (Tasks 5-8) for 1300 Cleveland Ave (4-0)
• Approved sole source purchase with Flock Safety for police license plate readers (4-0)
• Accepted $3,164,763 FEMA SAFER Grant for nine firefighters for three years (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/13/22 meeting (4-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $3.795 million bond issuance, a development agreement with Foundry on 3rd PH 1, LLC for a mixed-use project, and several budget amendments. The council also approved a FEMA grant to add nine firefighters and a police department grant, while an operator's license for Kim Waits failed.

• Resolution authorizing up to $3,795,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
• Development agreement with Foundry on 3rd PH 1, LLC for 301 & 411 Washington Street, including TIF incentives
• FEMA SAFER grant to add nine firefighters for three years starting 1/1/2023
• Approval of transportation project plat for Stewart Avenue reconstruction from 72nd to 48th Avenue
• Operator's license for Kim Waits failed 2-3

The Common Council approved a development agreement and PUD zoning for the Foundry on 3rd mixed-use project. The council also authorized the sale of up to $3.795 million in promissory notes and approved a FEMA grant to add nine firefighters. A budget modification for a bridge fencing project was denied.

• Approved Development Agreement and TIF incentives for Foundry on 3rd (6-3)
• Approved PUD zoning for mixed-use development at 301 & 411 Washington Street (7-2)
• Authorized sale of up to $3,795,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (8-1)
• Approved FEMA SAFER Grant to add nine FTE firefighters (9-0)
• Denied budget modification for Scott Street Bridge fencing project (5-4)
• Approved Wausau Police Department grant for license plate readers (7-2)
• Denied Operator's License for Kim Waits (3-6)
• Referred easement agreement at 1100 Highland Park Boulevard back to CISM Committee (7-2)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will hear a presentation from the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition. Members will also discuss a possible resolution regarding the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

• Presentation by Dan Ebert of the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
• Discussion of a possible resolution on greenhouse gas emissions reduction

The committee heard a presentation from the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (WLGCC) about joining at no cost, which would provide technical support for greenhouse gas reduction goals. No formal decision was made to join. Members agreed to meet with city staff on October 7 to draft a greenhouse gas emissions reduction resolution for a future City Council presentation.

• Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled Oct 7 meeting to draft GHG reduction resolution
• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider pay estimates for two city paving projects. The board will also review minutes from previous September meetings.

• 2022 Street Sealcoating Project pay estimate #1 for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC
• 2022 Alley Paving Project pay estimate #1 for Haas Sons, Inc.

The Board approved two pay estimates for 2022 paving projects. The board also approved the minutes from the September 1 and September 13 meetings.

• Approved 2022 Street Sealcoating Project Pay Estimate #1 for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC in the amount of $159,014.06
• Approved 2022 Alley Paving Project Pay Estimate #1 for Haas Sons, Inc. in the amount of $50,949.82
• Approved minutes of the September 1 and September 13, 2022 meetings

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting and take action on several land-use items. Key decisions include amending the Specific Implementation Plan at 900 South 25th Street to remove the gate to Buteo Cove and designating John Marshall School (1918 Lamont Street) as a historic landmark.

• Amend Specific Implementation Plan at 900 South 25th Street to remove gate to Buteo Cove
• Designate John Marshall School (1918 Lamont Street) as a historic landmark
• Approve projecting sign at 1506 North 3rd Street in NMU zoning district
• Review Royal View Estates 1st Addition Plat
• Consider Transportation Project Plat for Project 6999-09-02, Stewart Avenue (72nd Ave to 48th Ave)

The Wausau Plan Commission voted unanimously to reinstate the gate at Buteo Cove (900 South 25th Street), with the property owner and city to cooperate on reopening it during road emergencies. The commission also approved historic landmark designation for John Marshall School, a projecting sign for Kreger's Bakery, the Royal View Estates plat, and a transportation project plat for Stewart Avenue.

• Approved reinstalling gate at Buteo Cove, with property owner and city to reopen during impassable streets (6-0)
• Designated John Marshall School (1918 Lamont Street) as historic landmark (6-0)
• Approved projecting sign at 1506 North 3rd Street in NMU district (6-0)
• Approved Royal View Estates 1st Addition Plat (6-0)
• Approved Transportation Project Plat for Stewart Avenue, 72nd to 48th Avenue (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Wausau Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to consider a proposed ordinance prohibiting large-scale commercial animal breeding. The committee will also review license applications, receive the Fire Department operations report for August 2022, and review the tavern activities report.

• Discussion and possible action on an ordinance creating Section 8.08.115 to prohibit large-scale commercial animal breeding
• Consideration of approval or denial of various license applications
• Fire Department Operations Report for August 2022
• Tavern Activities Report for August 1 through August 31, 2022

The committee approved all license applications as recommended by staff except for two denied appeals: Caleb Kluwe's Public Transport Driver license and Kim Waits' Operator's License, both denied on 2-3 votes. An ordinance to prohibit large-scale commercial animal breeding was discussed but tabled to the next meeting to align with a related kennel license ordinance. Reports from the Fire Department and Tavern Activities were placed on file without discussion.

• Approved minutes of 8/15/22 meeting (5-0)
• Approved all license applications as recommended by staff, except Kluwe and Waits (5-0)
• Denied override of denial for Caleb Kluwe's Public Transport Driver license (2-3)
• Denied override of denial for Kim Waits' Operator's License (2-3)
• Tabled large-scale commercial animal breeding ordinance to next meeting
• Placed Fire Department August 2022 operations report on file
• Placed Tavern Activities report for August 2022 on file

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works meets on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, to consider payment estimates for infrastructure projects. The board will review payments for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, 2022 Street Construction Project B, and the 2021 Street Sealcoating Project.

• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #24 and #25
• 2022 Street Construction Project B: Haas Sons, Inc., Pay Estimate #2
• 2021 Street Sealcoating Project: Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC, Final Payment

The Board of Public Works approved four contractor pay estimates totaling about $1.53 million for water treatment, street construction, and sealcoating projects. All motions passed unanimously with members Eric Lindman and Anne Jacobson present.

• Approved Pay Estimate #24 for Miron Construction drinking water facility, $210,787.25
• Approved Pay Estimate #25 for Miron Construction drinking water facility, $626,135.82
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for Haas Sons 2022 Street Construction Project B, $682,055.26
• Approved final payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for 2021 Street Sealcoating Project, $7,910.11

Finance Committee

The Joint Finance and Economic Development Committees will discuss a development agreement for T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third. The Finance Committee will also review several budget modifications and the issuance of general obligation promissory notes.

• Possible action on T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third Development Agreement
• Resolution for the sale of not to exceed $3,795,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
• MOU for $136,144.07 in ARPA funds with the Wisconsin Department of Administration and Law Enforcement Agency
• ARPA funding requests and budget modification for a Warming Center
• Budget modifications for real estate services and parking ramp improvements

The joint Finance and Economic Development committees approved the T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third development agreement, moving it forward to the City Council. The Finance Committee voted 5-0 and the ED Committee voted 4-1. The committees also approved several budget modifications, ARPA funding requests, and a law enforcement MOU.

• Approved Foundry on Third development agreement (Finance 5-0, ED 4-1)
• Approved $3,795,000 GO promissory notes resolution (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for real estate services ($15,000) (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for parking ramp improvements (5-0)
• Forwarded Homeless Fulltime Project ARPA request to Council (5-0)
• Approved engaging Booth Management Consulting for CPC subrecipient agreement (5-0)
• Approved MOU with WI DOA for law enforcement ARPA funds ($136,144.07) (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council held a meeting on September 13, 2022, where it approved several resolutions and ordinances, including street vacations, snow removal funding, and skate park design. The meeting also included budget modifications and wage adjustments for city employees.

• Vacated portion of South 12th Street between Single Avenue and Sumner Street
• Approved design contract for Wausau Skate Park with Spohn Ranch, Inc.
• Approved 3% general wage adjustment for non-represented employees effective January 8, 2023
• Approved final resolutions levying special assessments for 2022 alley paving and street construction projects
• Approved resolution authorizing Downtown Snow/Ice Removal for 2022-2023

The Common Council approved several budgets funded by the American Rescue Plan for infill new construction, affordable rental units, and homebuyer assistance. The council also authorized wage adjustments for non-represented employees and a contract for the Wausau Skate Park design.

• Approved ARPA budgets for infill new construction, affordable rental units, and homebuyer assistance (8-3 for counseling assistance)
• Approved 3% general wage adjustment for non-represented employees effective Jan 8, 2023 (11-0)
• Approved one-time market adjustment for designated non-represented employees (9-2)
• Approved Spohn Ranch, Inc. contract for Wausau Skate Park design (11-0)
• Approved Urban Search and Rescue agreement with the State of Wisconsin (11-0)
• Approved second amendment to lease with Briq’s Soft Serve LLC (11-0)
• Tabled budget modification for Scott Street Bridge fencing project (7-4)
• Approved final plat for Alexander Davis (9-2)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee meets to discuss and possibly approve a wage study by Gallagher and a 2023 cost-of-living adjustment for non-represented city employees. The committee will also review the August HR report and consider a one-time lump-sum adjustment for 101 designated employees.

• Presentation and possible approval of Gallagher wage study contract
• Possible approval of 2023 cost-of-living adjustment for non-represented employees
• Possible approval of one-time $1,000 lump-sum adjustment for 101 non-represented employees

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Infrastructure & Facilities Committee will review and possibly act on parking restrictions, easements, property sales, and snow removal plans. The meeting also includes updates on 2023 construction assessments and a new fleet maintenance facility site selection.

• Parking restrictions on 3rd Street (East Wausau Ave to Bridge St)
• Parking restrictions in the 700 block of Grant Street
• Easement for 1100 Highland Park Boulevard
• Sale of portion of 1300 Cleveland Avenue
• Authorizing downtown snow/ice removal

The committee approved several parking restrictions on 3rd Street and Grant Street and granted an easement for a structure at 1100 Highland Park Boulevard. Members voted to increase the 2023 construction assessment rate to $55 per foot and authorized proceeding with the West Street location for a new Fleet Maintenance Facility.

• Approved parking restrictions on west side of 3rd Street and both sides from Chicago to Bridge Street (5-0)
• Approved no parking on north side of 700 block of Grant Street (5-0)
• Approved easement for outdoor tea garden at 1100 Highland Park Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved downtown snow/ice removal authorization (5-0)
• Raised 2023 construction assessment rate from $42 to $55 per foot (5-0)
• Approved Transportation Project Plat for Stewart Avenue (5-0)
• Approved revised State/Municipal Agreement for Business Campus Trail (5-0)
• Approved proceeding with West Street location for Fleet Maintenance Facility (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The commission will review updates on drinking water and wastewater facility construction and staffing. Members will discuss potential actions regarding a PFAS treatment pilot study and long-term capital improvement projects.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion and possible action on continuing the PFAS Treatment Pilot Study
• Proposed 5-Year Sanitary Sewer Agreement with the Town of Stettin
• Proposed amendment to WMC 13.62.020 Definitions for Pretreatment Authorized Representative
• Discussion on change in scope and costs for Wood’s Professional Services Contract

The Wausau Water Works Commission voted 4-1 to continue the PFAS treatment pilot study with a net cost not exceeding $15,000, aiming to gather more data on breakthrough curves and seek DNR financial assistance. The Commission also approved the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Projects budget (5-0), with a request for a financial snapshot on rate impacts. A 5-year sanitary sewer agreement with the Town of Stettin was tabled for further legal review, and a contract amendment with Wood was approved (5-0).

• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued PFAS pilot study with net cost not to exceed $15,000 (4-1)
• Approved 2023-2027 CIP budget with request for financial snapshot (5-0)
• Tabled 5-year sanitary sewer agreement with Town of Stettin
• Amended WMC 13.62.020 definitions for pretreatment authorized representative (5-0)
• Approved change in scope and costs with Wood's contract, reduced from $83,343 to $49,013 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss a design proposal for the Wausau Skate Park and review the 2023 preliminary and supplemental budgets. The meeting also includes updates on various park improvements and remediation projects.

• Proposal from Spohn Ranch, Inc to design the Wausau Skate Park
• Review of 2023 Preliminary Budget and Supplemental Budget Requests
• Riverside Park Remediation Update
• WPS Powerline Easement in Scholfield Park
• Updates on 400 Block Improvements, Wausau Whitewater, Bulls Falls Park light, and Wausau Pools

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a proposal from Spohn Ranch, Inc. to design the new Wausau Skate Park at Oak Island Park, funded by $225,000 in ARPA funds and a $25,000 Community Enhancement Grant. The committee also recommended the 2023 preliminary budget and four supplemental requests, including pool maintenance, emerald ash borer removal, tree plantings, and invasive species control, with a 4-1 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved Spohn Ranch, Inc. proposal to design Wausau Skate Park (5-0)
• Recommended 2023 preliminary budget and four supplemental requests (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Approved August 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider meeting minutes, a change order and pay estimate for street construction, asphalt paving payments, and a bid recommendation for the municipal parking ramp repairs. Residents can view the meeting online or via cable, and submit public comments by email.

• 2022 Street Construction Project A: A-1 Excavating, Inc., Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #2
• Recommendation for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp Rebid
• 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A: American Asphalt, Pay Estimate #1

The Board of Public Works approved a revised change order for the 2022 Street Construction Project A, paying actual unit prices plus a $2,500 lump sum mobilization fee to A-1 Excavating, Inc. for Sampson, replacing the original change order. The board also approved the low bid for the Sears Ramp repairs, contingent on funding verification, and approved two pay estimates for asphalt and street construction work.

• Approved A-1 change order: actual unit prices + $2,500 mobilization fee (2-0)
• Approved Restoration Systems low bid for Sears Ramp repairs, $263,724.60, contingent on funding (2-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for American Asphalt, $306,574.83 (2-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for A-1 Excavating, $220,732.50 (2-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met for a special meeting to consider a recruitment plan for a Transit Director. The council voted 5-0 to approve the plan using funding from the Transit Fund.

• Resolution 21-1109: Recruitment Plan for Transit Director funded by the Transit Fund

The Wausau Common Council approved a budget amendment to fund an external search for a Transit Director, using $22,500 from a vacancy in the Transit Budget. The vote passed 9-0 with 2 not voting. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:34 p.m.

• Approved budget amendment for external Transit Director recruitment (9-0, 2 not voting)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Wausau Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss the draft City of Wausau Strategic Plan and a possible resolution on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The agenda also includes a presentation from Scott Coenen of the Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum and informational updates on federal funding programs.

• Presentation by Scott Coenen, Executive Director of Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum
• Discussion and possible action on draft City of Wausau Strategic Plan
• Discussion on possible resolution and presentation on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
• Updates on Inflation Reduction Act
• Updates on Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

The committee heard a presentation on energy markets and discussed a draft strategic plan and a greenhouse gas resolution, but took no final action on either. Minutes from July 14 were approved unanimously. The next meeting was set for September 22.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for September 22, 2022 at 5 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider an open Request for Proposals for a market study. This is the only item listed for consideration on the agenda.

• Open Request for Proposals - Market Study

The Board of Public Works received proposals from three firms for a market study. The proposals will be reviewed by staff, with a recommendation to be brought to the Human Resources Committee. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Opened request for proposals for market study; proposals received from Carlson Dettmann, McGrath Human Resources Group, and David Drown Human Resources, Inc.
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 4:03 p.m.

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission is holding a meeting on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at 1010 Bugbee Ave. The sole scheduled agenda item is a discussion on a proposed solar project. A quorum of the Committee of the Whole or other Common Council committees may also be in attendance, though no action will be taken by those groups.

• Discussion on Proposed Solar Project

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bids for municipal parking ramp repairs and discuss a contract amendment for a bicycle and pedestrian trail. The board will also consider restoration work at 915 Cedar Street and a change order for a street construction project.

• Bids for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp Rebid
• Contract amendment with WisDOT and Kapur and Associates, Inc. for Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail
• Quote from Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC for restoration work at 915 Cedar Street
• Change Order #1 for A-1 Excavating, Inc. regarding 2022 Street Construction Project A

The Board approved a $9,562.46 contract amendment for the Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail and authorized $435 in landscaping work at 915 Cedar Street. A change order for Street Construction Project A was tabled, and a recommendation for the Sears Ramp repairs was deferred pending budget verification.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 meeting
• Approved $9,562.46 contract amendment for Business Campus Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail
• Authorized $435 for Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC to perform restoration at 915 Cedar Street
• Tabled change order #1 for A-1 Excavating, Inc. regarding 2022 Street Construction Project A
• Deferred recommendation for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs (Sears Ramp) to verify budget

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly approve two development agreements: a request for proposals for 700 Grand Avenue and a third amendment to the Riverlife Condos Development Agreement. The committee will also receive an update on the T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third Development Agreement, followed by a closed session to review the same agreement.

• Approve Request for Proposals for 700 Grand Avenue (Fifrick)
• Approve Third Amendment to Riverlife Condos Development Agreement (Brodek, Atty. Opperman, Viegut)
• Update on T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third Development Agreement (Brodek)
• Closed session to review T. Wall/Foundry on Third Development Agreement

The committee approved the release of a Request for Proposals for redevelopment of 700 Grand Avenue for affordable housing, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. It also approved a third amendment to the Riverlife Condos development agreement, extending deadlines and reducing the number of units from 32 to 26, with a caveat that no further amendments will be approved. No action was taken on the T. Wall Enterprises/Foundry on Third agreement update.

• Approved RFP for 700 Grand Ave affordable housing redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to Riverlife Condos agreement, extending deadlines to 11/1/22, 4/1/23, 5/1/24 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/2/22 (5-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss T. Wall/Foundry and Riverlife (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review 2021 financial results and General Fund reports from March and April 2022. Members will consider budget modifications for legal services, a fencing project, and fuel and rolling stock replacement. The committee will also discuss employee pay adjustments and the recruitment of a Transit Director.

• ARPA funding requests and related budget modification
• 2023 cost of living adjustment for non-represented employees
• Leasing of 2 skid steers for winter operations
• $1,000 one-time lump non-base building market adjustment for designated employees
• Recruitment plan for Transit Director

The Finance Committee approved several actions, including authorizing lead service line replacements with ARPA funding as a fallback, approving a recruitment plan for a new Transit Director, granting a $1,000 one-time adjustment for non-represented employees, approving a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for 2023, leasing two skid steers for winter operations, allocating additional fuel funding from the General Fund surplus, approving a budget modification for the Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project, and allocating $40,000 from the Insurance Fund for legal fees. The committee also discussed a potential ARPA request for a year-round shelter but took no action, and deferred the 2021 Financial Results and General Fund Financial Reports to the next meeting.

• Authorized lead service line replacements with ARPA funding as fallback (5-0)
• Approved recruitment plan for Transit Director (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 one-time adjustment for non-represented employees (5-0)
• Approved 3% cost-of-living adjustment for non-represented employees (5-0)
• Authorized sole source leasing of 2 skid steers for winter operations (5-0)
• Approved additional fuel funding from General Fund surplus (5-0)
• Approved $18,034 budget modification for Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project (5-0)
• Allocated $40,000 from Insurance Fund for legal fees (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss professional design services for a skate park and a contract amendment for siphon construction. The board will also review a masonry license and hold closed sessions regarding parking ramp repairs and claims.

• Request for Proposals for Professional Design Services - Oak Island Skate Park
• Contract amendment with Becher Hoppe for Thomas Street Siphon Construction Services
• Portland Cement Concrete License for ABG Masonry, Inc.
• Pre-qualification statements for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp Rebid

The Board of Public Works approved an amendment to the Becher Hoppe contract for $7,409.02 to cover additional river-bottom surveys required by the DNR for the Thomas Street Siphon project. It also approved a Portland cement concrete license for ABG Masonry, Inc., and approved six bidders for the 2022 Wausau Municipal Ramp Repairs – Sears Ramp Rebid. Claims were settled: Noah Bok's claim approved for $632.79, Nancy Grimm's claim denied for $3,595.99. The board opened proposals for Oak Island Skate Park design services, with review to follow.

• Approved $7,409.02 amendment to Becher Hoppe contract for Thomas Street Siphon surveys (2-0)
• Approved Portland cement concrete license for ABG Masonry, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved six bidders for 2022 Wausau Municipal Ramp Repairs – Sears Ramp Rebid (2-0)
• Approved claim of Noah Bok for $632.79 (2-0)
• Denied claim of Nancy Grimm for $3,595.99 (2-0)
• Opened proposals for Oak Island Skate Park design services; no action taken

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to discuss a zoning amendment for signage and a final plat. The body will also consider electing a committee vice chairperson.

• Amending the Specific Implementation Plan at 16 Fulton Street for signage in a PUD district
• Alexander Davis Final Plat
• Election of the committee vice chairperson

The Wausau Plan Commission approved the Alexander Davis Final Plat for the former mall site, with a clarification that Outlot 8 will be dedicated as right of way upon plat recording. The commission also amended the Specific Implementation Plan at 16 Fulton Street to allow signage in a PUD district, elected Bruce Bohlken as vice chairperson, and approved the July 19, 2022 minutes.

• Approved Alexander Davis Final Plat (6-0)
• Amended Specific Implementation Plan at 16 Fulton Street to allow signage in PUD district (6-0)
• Elected Bruce Bohlken as vice chairperson (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider license applications, a temporary extension for an Italian wine tasting, a formal expression of concern regarding Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant & Bar, and a potential contract with Wisconsin Emergency Management for Task Force-One. They will also review the Fire Department's July operations report and the Tavern Activities report for July 2022.

• License applications for various businesses
• Temporary extension of premise for The Milk Merchant, 402 S. 2nd Ave, for Italian Wine Tasting on Aug 18, 2022
• Formal Expression of Concern regarding Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant & Bar (Jose Pineda Medellin)
• Discussion on Wausau Fire Department contracting with Wisconsin Emergency Management for Task Force-One
• Fire Department Operations Report for July 2022

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the Wausau Fire Department's participation in Wisconsin Task Force One, a state urban search and rescue team, with the state funding overtime at $55 per hour. The committee also approved all license applications, including a new Class A Beer & Liquor license for Pine Ridge Wausau and a special event permit for the Wausau River District Beer Walk. A temporary premise extension for The Milk Merchant's Italian Wine Tasting was approved, and a formal expression of concern was issued to Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant & Bar for reaching 100 demerit points.

• Approved minutes of 7/18/22 meeting (5-0)
• Approved all license applications as recommended by staff (5-0)
• Approved temporary premise extension for The Milk Merchant, 402 S. 2nd Ave, for Italian Wine Tasting on Aug 18, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Wausau Fire Department participation in Wisconsin Task Force One (5-0)
• Placed Fire Department Operations Report for July 2022 on file
• Placed Tavern Activities Report for July 1-31, 2022 on file

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will consider several items, including site selection for a new Fleet Maintenance Facility, an easement with WPS, a final plat, and a street vacation. It will also act on consent agenda items such as special assessments for 2022 street and alley projects and an easement at 500 Washington and 555 Jefferson Streets. The meeting includes a construction update for 2022 projects.

• Final resolution to levy special assessments for 2022 Street Construction Projects
• Final resolution to levy special assessments for 2022 Alley Paving Projects
• Easement with WPS at 500 Washington Street and 555 Jefferson Street
• Easement with WPS at 1402 Burek Avenue
• Vacating portion of South 12th Street between Single Avenue and Sumner Street near 1117 Single Avenue

The committee denied an easement with WPS for a transmission line reroute at 1402 Burek Avenue, with members citing poor community engagement and alternative routes. The Alexander Davis Final Plat for the former mall site was approved 3-1, with concerns about landlocked parcels and TID boundaries addressed. A portion of South 12th Street was vacated unanimously 4-0 to resolve an adverse possession issue. The Fleet Maintenance Facility site selection was tabled to next month.

• Consent agenda approved 4-0, including special assessments and WPS easement at 500 Washington and 555 Jefferson
• Easement with WPS at 1402 Burek Avenue denied 1-3
• Alexander Davis Final Plat approved 3-1
• Vacating portion of South 12th Street approved 4-0
• Fleet Maintenance Facility site selection tabled to next month

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on multiple infrastructure contracts and payments, including change orders and pay estimates for water and wastewater treatment facilities, street construction projects, and sidewalk improvements. The board will also make recommendations on new projects like the Business Campus Trail and Scott Street Bridge fencing.

• Approve change orders #6 and #7 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Miron Construction)
• Approve Pay Estimate #23 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Miron Construction)
• Approve Pay Estimate #25 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project (Miron Construction)
• Recommend Business Campus Trail from 72nd Avenue to International Drive
• Recommend 2022 Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project

The Board of Public Works approved rebidding the Business Campus Trail project with reduced scope and more geotechnical work after bids came in well over budget. They also approved two change orders and multiple pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, plus several street and sidewalk project payments. The Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project was awarded to Fortress Fence contingent on budget adjustments.

• Approved Change Order #6 ($56,383.95) and #7 ($174,160.94) for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved Pay Estimate #23 ($478,472.45) for Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved Pay Estimate #25 ($622,058.93) for Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approved rebidding Business Campus Trail with reduced scope and geotechnical work
• Awarded Scott Street Bridge Fencing to Fortress Fence ($92,173.26) contingent on budget modifications
• Approved Baumann Lawn Care quote ($3,138.64) for landscaping restoration after contractor failed to complete work
• Approved final payment ($1,000) for North 12th Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for 2022 Street Construction Project A ($165,276.25) and Project B ($320,210.22)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several financial and policy items, including a Boulevard parking ordinance, a budget modification for WDNR RR Corridor Riverside Park disposal and delineation, ARPA funding requests, and a closed session on upcoming union contract negotiations with the fire and police associations.

• Discussion and possible action on Boulevard parking ordinance
• Budget modification for WDNR RR Corridor Riverside Park Disposal and Delineation
• ARPA funding requests and related budget modification
• Closed session to discuss negotiations with Wausau Firefighters Association, Local 415 and Wausau Professional Police Association

The Wausau Finance Committee approved three ARPA-funded community development housing projects, increased a boulevard parking ordinance fine from $10 to $20, and approved a budget modification for park environmental remediation. The committee also discussed potential ARPA funding for lead service line replacements and convened in closed session to discuss city employee union contract negotiations.

• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (4-0)
• Approved all three Community Development ARPA projects including Infill New Construction, Additional Affordable Rental Units, and Homebuyer Education & Counseling Incentive (4-0)
• Approved amendment to the Fee Schedule increasing the boulevard parking fine from $10 to $20 (4-0)
• Approved budget modification for WDNR RR Corridor Riverside Park Disposal and Delineation (4-0)
• Convened in Closed Session regarding city employee union contract negotiations (4-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a mixed-use development in the Riverlife District, a TIF loan assumption, budget modifications, and zoning changes. The agenda also includes a presentation on the city's strategic plan and a consent agenda with previously approved items.

• Resolution advancing S.C. Swiderski mixed-use development at 1200 N. River Drive (Lots 6, 7, 8) - approved 3-1
• Resolution approving assumption of TIF #6 loan to Wausau World Market LLC by 4 Star Market at 828 South Third Avenue - approved 4-0
• Resolution approving contract with Granicus, LLC for website design and hosting - approved 5-0
• Ordinance rezoning 601 N. 12th St. and 602 N. 13th St. from SR-5 to Institutional - approved 6-0
• Ordinance rezoning 520 N. 1st Ave. from TF-10 to UMU - approved 6-0

The Wausau Common Council approved a resolution advancing a proposal from S.C. Swiderski for a mixed-use development in the Riverlife District at approximately 1200 N. River Drive, including Lots 6, 7, and 8, by a 6-4 vote. The council also approved several other items, including a rezoning at 520 North 1st Avenue, a TIF loan assumption, and a contract with Granicus for website services. A resolution amending the General Development Plan at 301 & 411 Washington Street was tabled until the development agreement is ready.

• Advanced S.C. Swiderski mixed-use development in Riverlife District (6-4)
• Approved TIF #6 loan assumption by 4 Star Market at 828 South Third Avenue (9-1)
• Approved contract with Granicus, LLC for website design and hosting (10-0)
• Approved rezoning 520 North 1st Avenue from TF-10 to UMU (6-4)
• Approved rezoning 601 North 12th Street and 602 North 13th Street to Institutional (10-0)
• Tabled General Development Plan amendment at 301 & 411 Washington Street (10-0)
• Approved 2022 budget modifications for Torney Avenue, Parking Ramp, and Riverside Park (10-0 each)
• Approved ATU bargaining agreement for 2022-2024 (10-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a specific contract modification. The meeting focuses on a change order for the city's water treatment infrastructure.

• Change Order #8 with Miron Construction for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility

The Board of Public Works approved Change Order #8 with Miron Construction for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, a deduct of $250,775 to make the city whole for delays caused by failed ductile iron fittings. The change order also extends the substantial completion date to October 4, 2022, and increases liquidated damages after that date from $2,500 to $4,500 per day. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved Change Order #8 with Miron Construction, a $250,775 deduct (2-0)
• Extended substantial completion date to October 4, 2022
• Increased liquidated damages to $4,500 per day after October 4, 2022

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss and possibly approve a one-time lump sum market adjustment for designated employees and a 2023 cost of living adjustment for non-represented employees. It will also discuss the recruitment timeline for the Human Resources Director position. The committee will enter closed session to discuss a tentative bargaining agreement with the Amalgamated Transit Union, then reconvene to vote on it.

• One-time lump sum non-base building market adjustment for designated employees
• Cost of Living Adjustment for non-represented employees for 2023
• Recruitment timeline for Human Resources Director
• Closed session to discuss tentative bargaining agreement with Amalgamated Transit Union
• Possible approval of collective bargaining agreement with Amalgamated Transit Union

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole and Police & Fire Commission will meet for a grant award and EMS demonstrations. The agenda states that no action will be taken during the meeting.

• Award of State of Wisconsin EMS Flex Grant in the amount of $305,000
• EMS Training Scenario and Apparatus display
• Press Conference with Governor Evers and DHS Secretary Timberlake

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will review utility operations and consider several policy and budget actions. The body is deciding on cost recovery for subdivision development and a sewer agreement with the Town of Stettin.

• Proposed minimum COLA of 3% for the 2023 Budget
• Proposed modifications to the ongoing PFAS Treatment pilot study
• Proposed policy for budgeting water/sewer costs for subdivision development
• Proposed 5-year Sewer Agreement with the Town of Stettin
• Director's report on lead service line funding and wastewater equipment

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved a minimum 3% cost-of-living adjustment for the 2023 budget and directed staff to develop a budgeting strategy for future increases. The commission also voted to continue the PFAS pilot study for one month while reviewing alternative funding sources. No action was taken on subdivision cost recovery or the Town of Stettin sewer agreement, pending further information.

• Approved minimum 3% COLA for 2023 budget (4-0)
• Continued PFAS pilot study for one month to review funding (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Placed Director's Report on Utility Operations on file
• No action on subdivision water/sewer cost recovery policy
• No action on 5-year sewer agreement with Town of Stettin

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including a change order for the wastewater treatment facility, a draw request for the mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement, and bids for the Scott Street Bridge fencing project. They will also discuss parking ramp repairs, final payments for completed sidewalk and riverwalk projects, and a concrete license. All items are listed for possible action.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #21
• Draw Request #6 for mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement
• 2022 Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project bid recommendation (bids opened July 12, 2022)
• 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp
• Final payments: 2021 Sidewalk Project (S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc.) and 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project (Janke General Contractors)

The Board of Public Works approved Change Order #21 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, totaling $77,817.59, covering unforeseen conditions and instrumentation upgrades. They also approved Draw Request #6 for $29,860 for environmental work on the mall demolition site, and voted to rebid the Sears Ramp parking repairs after the low bidder withdrew. Final payments for the 2021 Sidewalk Project and 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project were approved, along with a concrete license for RK Masonry Services LLC.

• Approved Change Order #21 for wastewater treatment facility improvements ($77,817.59)
• Approved Draw Request #6 for mall demolition environmental work ($29,860)
• Voted to rebid 2022 Sears Ramp parking repairs after low bidder withdrew
• Approved final payment for 2021 Sidewalk Project ($1,000)
• Approved final payment for 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project ($11,743.30)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for RK Masonry Services LLC

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly approve several financial and development agreements, including loan funds for a commercial property at 108 N 2nd Avenue and a TIF loan assumption between Wausau World Market and Four Star Market. The committee will also consider a third amendment to the Riverlife Condos Development Agreement and review responses to the Riverlife RFP in a closed session.

• Approve $X Commercial Rehabilitation Loan Funds for 108 N 2nd Avenue (Stratz)
• Approve assumption of TIF loan from Wausau World Market to Four Star Market (Stratz)
• Approve Third Amendment to Riverlife Condos Development Agreement (Brodek, Atty. Opperman, Viegut)
• Review Riverlife RFP Responses (Fifrick, Brodek, J. Jeffers, S.C. Swiderski)
• Closed session to deliberate Riverlife RFP responses

The committee selected S.C. Swiderski, LLC's proposal for a mixed-use development in the Riverlife District. It also approved a commercial rehabilitation loan and a TIF loan assumption.

• Approved $47,000 commercial rehabilitation loan for 108 S. 2nd Avenue (4-0)
• Approved assumption of TIF loan from Wausau World Market to Four Star Market (4-0)
• Accepted S.C. Swiderski, LLC proposal for Riverlife District and directed staff to negotiate (3-1)
• Approved minutes from 8/2/22 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on updates to the city's tree planting and preservation guidelines. The meeting also includes educational updates on local plaza and park projects.

• Discussion and possible action on the City Tree Planting and Preservation Manual Update
• Educational item regarding Kickbusch Plaza
• Educational item regarding Riverside Park Remediation

The Parks and Recreation Committee discussed the City Tree Planting and Preservation Manual update but took no formal action. The meeting also covered the future of the Kickbusch Plaza stage, which will be installed in 2023 on a first-come, first-served basis after the River District ended its management. No substantive decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the previous meeting's minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved July 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10pm (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on final payments for 2021 and 2022 street construction projects, approve minutes from the July 19 meeting, discuss repairs for the Sears Municipal Parking Ramp, and authorize final payment for the Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing project.

• Approve final payment for 2021 Street Construction Project B to Haas Sons, Inc.
• Make recommendation for 2022 Street Construction Project C
• Discuss and possibly act on 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp
• Authorize final payment for Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing to Janke General Contractors

The Board of Public Works approved the 2022 Street Construction Project C, awarding the low bid of $639,639 to A-1 Excavating LLC, contingent on budget approval. The board also approved final payments for the Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing and the 2021 Street Construction Project B. The Sears Ramp repair item was pulled from the agenda for further legal review.

• Awarded 2022 Street Construction Project C to A-1 Excavating LLC for $639,639, contingent on budget approval
• Approved final payment of $47,220 to Janke General Contractors for Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing
• Approved final payment of $2,500 to Haas Sons, Inc. for 2021 Street Construction Project B
• Pulled Sears Ramp repair item from agenda for further legal review

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several funding requests, including ARPA funds, grant agreements for community and redevelopment projects, and budget modifications. The committee will also review the minutes from the previous meeting on July 12, 2022.

• Discussion and possible action regarding ARPA funding requests
• Motor Pool Fund advance purchases
• Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program for Community Partners in the amount of $1,500,000
• Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program for Westside Battery Redevelopment project in the amount of $1,750,000
• Budget modification for 2022 Capital Parking Ramp Improvements - Sears Parking Ramp

The Finance Committee approved several items, including ARPA funding requests for an In-fill New Construction Housing Program ($600,000) and Additional Rental Units ($500,000), which were discussed and will be ranked for the August meeting. The committee also approved advance purchases for the Motor Pool Fund, two Neighborhood Investment Fund grant agreements (Westside Battery Redevelopment for $1,750,000 and Community Partners for $1,500,000), and a budget modification for the Sears Parking Ramp. All motions carried 4-0.

• Approved ARPA funding requests for In-fill New Construction Housing ($600,000) and Additional Rental Units ($500,000) for ranking (4-0)
• Approved Motor Pool Fund advance purchases (4-0)
• Approved Neighborhood Investment Fund grant for Westside Battery Redevelopment, $1,750,000 (4-0)
• Approved Neighborhood Investment Fund grant for Community Partners, $1,500,000 (4-0)
• Approved budget modification for Sears Parking Ramp improvements (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Wausau Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a presentation, discuss, and plan next steps regarding the proposed Block 4 project for the Wausau Mall redevelopment involving T-Wall and WOZ. The committee will also discuss a Tax Increment Financing Application Request. The agenda notes that no action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation regarding Wausau Mall redevelopment proposed Block 4 project (T-Wall, WOZ)
• Discussion on Wausau Mall redevelopment proposed Block 4 project
• Discussion on Tax Increment Financing Application Request
• Discussion on Next Steps for Block 4 project Committee Work

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee scheduled a tour of the Entrepreneurial and Education Center located at 100 N 72nd Ave for August 1, 2022. The agenda notes that a quorum of other Common Council committees may be in attendance with no action to be taken.

• Entrepreneurial and Education Center Tour at 100 N 72nd Ave on August 1, 2022 at 5:30 pm

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on several infrastructure bids and pay estimates, including trail, street, and bridge projects, as well as wastewater treatment facility improvements. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve minutes of July 12, 2022 meeting
• Open bids and recommend Business Campus Trail (72nd Avenue to International Drive)
• Open bids and recommend 2022 Street Construction Project C
• Open bids and recommend Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs (Sears Ramp)
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Orders #19 & #20

The Board of Public Works awarded the Sears Ramp repair contract to the low bidder, Restoration Systems, Inc., for $195,441.00. They also approved two change orders for the Wastewater Treatment Facility project, a pay estimate, the purchase of orthophosphate analyzers, and ductile iron pipe for 2023 street projects. Bids for the Business Campus Trail and 2022 Street Construction Project C were opened but deferred for further review.

• Awarded Sears Ramp repair contract to Restoration Systems, Inc. for $195,441.00 (passed)
• Approved Change Order #19 for $85,070.33 and Change Order #20 for $81,479.70 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility project (passed)
• Approved Pay Estimate #24 for $328,799.70 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility project (passed)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for $38,083.46 for the 2022 Sidewalk Project (passed)
• Approved purchase of two orthophosphate analyzers from William/Reid for $53,674.00 (passed)
• Approved purchase of ductile iron pipe and appurtenances from Core & Main for $477,349.70 (passed)
• Deferred action on Business Campus Trail bid pending DOT authorization
• Deferred action on 2022 Street Construction Project C bids pending review

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning two properties for the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. The body will also review a conditional use request for an accessory structure and a sign permit.

• Public hearing and rezoning request for 601 North 12th Street and 602 North 13th Street from SR-5 to Institutional Zoning District (Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum)
• Conditional use request for an additional detached accessory structure at 1505 Brown Street (Kraimer)
• Request to approve a dual post sign at 4901 Stewart Avenue

The Plan Commission approved a rezoning request for two properties to allow for a glass studio. The commission also approved a conditional use for an additional accessory structure and a new sign permit.

• Approved rezoning 601 North 12th Street and 602 North 13th Street from SR-5 to I (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for additional detached accessory structure at 1505 Brown Street (6-0)
• Approved dual post sign at 4901 Stewart Avenue with landscaping conditions (6-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will vote on license applications, a tax waiver for Jalapeno's of Wausau, and an appeal of a dangerous dog declaration. They will also discuss a proposed ordinance limiting the number of dogs and cats, and review a facility assessment for the Wausau Fire Department's Central Station.

• License applications approval or denial
• Tax waiver request for Jalapeno's of Wausau LLC (Jose Medellin)
• Appeal of Dangerous Animal Declaration for dog Hank
• Ordinance amending Section 8.08.120 on number of dogs and cats
• Facility Assessment for Wausau Fire Department Central Station

The Public Health & Safety Committee upheld the Dangerous Animal Declaration for a dog named Hank, requiring compliance with the declaration's requirements. The committee also approved a waiver of the tax payment requirement for Jalapeno's of Wausau LLC, allowing the business to continue operating while paying off its debt. Various license applications were approved, and an ordinance amendment exempting law enforcement officers from the Pet Fancier permit requirement was passed.

• Approved minutes of 6/14/22 & 6/20/22 meetings (5-0)
• Approved various license applications as recommended (4-0)
• Approved waiver of WMC Section 3.06.010(a) for Jalapeno's of Wausau LLC (4-0)
• Upheld Dangerous Animal Declaration for dog Hank (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 8.08.120 exempting law enforcement from Pet Fancier permit (4-0)
• Directed City Clerk to send Formal Expression of Concern to Jalapeno's for August meeting

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss a possible resolution on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. They will also review sustainability awards and recap No Mow May, with updates on various programs.

• Discussion and possible action on sustainability awards
• Recap of No Mow May
• Discuss possible resolution and presentation on reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
• Updates on Green Tier Legacy Communities scorecard, Grow Solar Central Wisconsin, and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

The committee unanimously re-elected John Kroll as chair and Mary Kluz as vice chair, and approved the April 13, 2022 minutes. They discussed the sustainability awards program, considering changes to nomination frequency and targeting smaller organizations. No Mow May was recapped with no major issues, and a greenhouse gas reduction resolution presentation to City Council was discussed. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Re-elected John Kroll as chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mary Kluz as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2022 (unanimous)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will consider several road and infrastructure items, including a state agreement for East Wausau Avenue, a development agreement with the Wausau School District for extending Kickbusch Street, and the roadway width of Bugbee Avenue. They will also discuss the DPW Fleet Maintenance Shop site and get a construction update for 2022 projects. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a stormwater maintenance agreement with Badger Liquor Co. Inc.

• Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Badger Liquor Co. Inc. at 9913 Innovation Way
• State/Municipal Agreement for East Wausau Avenue from North 6th Street to North 18th Street
• Extension of Kickbusch Street to Washington Street and development agreement with Wausau School District
• Roadway width of Bugbee Avenue
• DPW Fleet Maintenance Shop site discussion

The committee approved a state agreement for East Wausau Avenue and a plan to extend Kickbusch Street in partnership with the Wausau School District. Members also approved a roadway width reduction for Bugbee Avenue to preserve resident driveways.

• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Badger Liquor Co. Inc. (5-0)
• Approved State/Municipal Agreement for East Wausau Avenue from North 6th to North 18th Street (5-0)
• Approved plan to extend Kickbusch Street to Washington Street and directed staff to negotiate a development agreement with Wausau School District (5-0)
• Approved narrowing Bugbee Avenue to 24' just east of Tierney to maintain resident driveways (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bids for bridge fencing and reconsider pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss project pre-qualifications and claims.

• Bids and recommendations for the 2022 Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project
• Reconsideration of Miron Construction Pay Estimates #16 & #17 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Pre-qualification statements for the Business Campus Trail Project - 72nd Avenue
• Pre-qualification statements for 2022 Street Construction Project C
• Pre-qualification statements for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs - Sears Ramp Project

The Board of Public Works approved releasing $1.9 million of the $2.2 million retained from Miron Construction's pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, keeping $300,000 for remaining cleaning and general work. The board also approved bidder lists for three construction projects, contingent on Finance review, and denied four claims. Minutes from the July 6 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2022 meeting
• Released $1.9M to Miron Construction from retained $2.2M for Drinking Water Treatment Facility (2-0)
• Approved bidder list for 2022 Street Construction Project C, contingent on Finance review (2-0)
• Approved bidder list for Business Campus Trail Project – 72nd Avenue, contingent on Finance review (2-0)
• Approved bidder list for 2022 Wausau Municipal Parking Ramp Repairs – Sears Ramp, contingent on Finance review (2-0)
• Denied claim of Brittne Mortimer for $1,419.57 (2-0)
• Denied claim of Patrick McKee for $1,802.09 (2-0)
• Denied claim of Yer Vang for $11,160 (2-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to review utility operations, discuss potential contracts for a lead service line inventory analysis, and consider wage adjustments, capital improvements, and engineering proposals for water treatment upgrades. The meeting includes updates on staffing, construction progress, and public comment opportunities.

• Award Lead Service Line (LSL) Inventory Analysis to CDM Smith
• Approve budget and proposal with Donahue & Associates for GAC treatment process engineering design
• Discuss utility staff wages and wage adjustment options
• Review Water & Wastewater 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
• Discuss early ordering of piping for 2023 street reconstruction projects

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved an additional $20,120 to CDM Smith for the lead service line inventory analysis, funded from the operating budget. It also authorized staff to begin an RFP for contracting out water and sewer locates, approved a budget and proposal with Donohue & Associates for GAC treatment design (with pilot study on hold), and authorized early ordering of piping materials for 2023 street projects. No action was taken on wage adjustments, the CIP, solar array, or connection fees.

• Approved $20,120 additional for LSL inventory analysis (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for contracting water and sewer locates (5-0)
• Approved Donohue & Associates budget for GAC design, pilot study on hold (4-0)
• Authorized early ordering of piping for 2023 street reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7 & 20 meetings (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on multiple funding requests, including two Neighborhood Investment Fund grants totaling $3.25M, ARPA funding requests, and early ordering of 2023 rolling stock due to supply chain concerns. The committee may also authorize agreements with Metro Ride and Granicus, LLC, and address budget modifications for Parks Department drinking fountains.

• Authorizing Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant $1,500,000
• Authorizing Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant $1,750,000
• Ordering 2023 rolling stock early due to supply chain concerns
• Funding various street and infrastructure projects with tax increment financing
• Execution of the DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement

The Finance Committee voted 5-0 to direct staff to pursue amending the TID #8 project plan to include the 17th Avenue project, aiming to use TIF funds instead of ARPA. It also approved a budget modification for Parks Department drinking fountains, the DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement for lead abatement, two Metro Ride state agreements, and a website agreement with Granicus. Several items were deferred to the next meeting, including Neighborhood Investment Fund grants and rolling stock ordering.

• Approved minutes of 6/28/22 meeting (5-0)
• Directed staff to amend TID #8 project plan to include 17th Avenue project (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for Parks Department drinking fountains (5-0)
• Approved execution of DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement (5-0)
• Approved 2022 State Operating Assistance Agreement – Metro Ride (5-0)
• Approved 2022 State Paratransit Supplemental Aid Agreement – Metro Ride (5-0)
• Approved Master Subscription Agreement with Granicus, LLC for website services (5-0)
• Deferred Neighborhood Investment Fund grants ($1.5M and $1.75M), subrecipient agreement, and 2023 rolling stock order to next meeting

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will hear an update on the mall redevelopment project and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning, ARPA-funded project budgets, a 2% wage adjustment for non-represented employees, and a retirement notice incentive. Several items are pending, including modifications to the 2022 budget for parks drinking fountains and grant agreements for transit services.

• Ordinance rezoning 520 North 1st Avenue from TF-10 to UMU (Urban Mixed-Use)
• Resolution approving 2% general wage adjustment for non-represented employees effective July 24, 2022
• Resolution approving creation of Retirement Notice Incentive
• Resolution adopting budgets for ARPA-funded projects: Community Partners Campus, Wastewater Screening Improvements, Stormwater Lift Station Rehabilitation, Homebuyer Education Counseling and Closing Assistance
• Resolution authorizing public hearing to amend Official City Map for realignment of 28th Avenue from Hilltop Avenue to West Wausau Avenue

The Wausau Common Council approved the sale of the city-owned building and property at 180 E Wausau Avenue to Asch Properties, LLC, with deed restrictions requiring a public indoor green space business. The council also approved a 2% wage adjustment for non-represented employees, created a retirement notice incentive, and referred an ARPA-funded homebuyer assistance program back to the Finance Committee. A rezoning request for 520 North 1st Avenue was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved sale of 180 E Wausau Avenue to Asch Properties, LLC with deed restrictions (9-2)
• Approved 2% general wage adjustment for non-represented employees effective July 24, 2022 (11-0)
• Approved creation of Retirement Notice Incentive (11-0)
• Referred ARPA-funded Homebuyer Education Counseling and Closing Assistance back to Finance Committee (10-1)
• Tabled rezoning of 520 North 1st Avenue from TF-10 to UMU until next meeting (11-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for Community Partners Campus (11-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for Wastewater Screening Improvements (10-1)
• Approved ARPA budget for Stormwater Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (10-1)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to consider and potentially act on items including street lighting luminaire purchases, a concrete license, and change orders and pay estimates for the Riverwalk Trail Project. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss pre-qualification statements for the Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project.

• Purchase of Street Lighting Luminaires
• Portland Cement Concrete License for Norcon Corporation
• 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project: Janke General Contractors, Change Order #1
• 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project: Janke General Contractors, Pay Estimate #1
• Closed session regarding pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project

The Board of Public Works approved the purchase of street lighting luminaires from Lighting Design Solutions (LDS) for $603,964.75, after removing a ROAM node line item from the bid. They also approved a Portland cement concrete license for Norcon Corporation, a change order and pay estimate for the 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project, and pre-qualified bidders for the Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project in closed session.

• Approved LDS bid for street lighting luminaires, $603,964.75 (motion passed)
• Approved Portland cement concrete license for Norcon Corporation (motion passed)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Janke General Contractors, $1,950 (motion passed)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Janke General Contractors, $52,528.03 (motion passed)
• Approved bidders Fortress Fence and Zenith Tech for Scott Street Bridge Fencing Project (motion passed)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to consider action on deed restrictions for a specific property and receive updates on mall redevelopment. The meeting also includes educational presentations on city property disposition and a local entrepreneurial center.

• Deed Restrictions on 180 E Wausau Ave.
• Update on Mall Redevelopment
• Presentation on Wausau Entrepreneurial and Education Center
• Presentation on Requests for Proposals and Real Estate Agents for City property disposition

The Economic Development Committee approved deed restrictions for the property at 180 E Wausau Ave, requiring Asch Properties to take occupancy within one year and allowing the City to repurchase the property at cost plus structural improvements. The committee also approved a fifth amendment to the Entrepreneurial and Education Center (EEC) Development Agreement, removing purchasing and procurement services from the City's obligations. A development agreement with The Foundry on 3rd Development was pulled from the agenda due to lack of legal counsel. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 6/5/22 (5-0)
• Approved deed restrictions on 180 E Wausau Ave (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to EEC Development Agreement removing purchasing and procurement services (5-0)
• Pulled development agreement with The Foundry on 3rd Development from agenda

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update and a presentation on invasive species. The meeting also includes updates on various park facilities and remediation efforts.

• City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Update
• Presentation on Invasive Species
• Wausau Whitewater Park Dedication
• Riverside Park Remediation Update
• Updates on City Pools, Dog Park, Forestry, and Eau Claire River Conservancy

The committee discussed the progress of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update and received a presentation on invasive species restoration at Barker-Stewart Island. No substantive policy changes or funding approvals were decided during the meeting.

• Approved June 20, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several budget modifications, including a midyear cost-of-living adjustment, a salary study, and a transit fueling project. They will also consider creating an extended retirement notice incentive. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and adjournment.

• Budget modification for midyear Cost of Living adjustment
• Creating an Extended Retirement Notice Incentive
• Budget modification related to a salary study
• Budget modification for Transit Fueling Project
• Minutes of previous meeting (6/14/22)

The committee approved using surplus funds for a salary market study and a midyear cost of living adjustment. It also established a retirement incentive and approved budget modifications for a transit fueling project.

• Approved funding for market study not to exceed $80,000 from surplus (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for midyear COLA funded through surplus (5-0)
• Approved Extended Retirement Notice Incentive of $2,000 (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for Transit Fueling Project (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/14/22 meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet for a team-building meal and discussion of local issues and council priorities. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled. The meeting is open to other council members but no action will be taken by any groups.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to make recommendations on two procurement items. The board will review bids for street lighting luminaries and engineering design services for the Downtown Mall Redevelopment.

• Bids for the purchase of Street Lighting Luminaries
• Engineering Design Services for Downtown Mall Redevelopment

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of the June 14, 2022 meeting. It awarded the Engineering Design Services Contract for Downtown Mall Redevelopment to Becher Hoppe / SRF after interviews. Bids for street lighting luminaires were opened but no award was made; a recommendation will come at a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting
• Awarded Design Services Contract for Downtown Mall Redevelopment to Becher Hoppe / SRF
• Opened bids for Street Lighting Luminaires; no award, review pending

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee will meet to elect a chairperson, review past meeting minutes, and discuss sustainability awards, No Mow May results, and a possible resolution on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The committee will also receive updates on climate-related initiatives but take no action on them.

• Elect committee chairperson
• Approve minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting
• Discuss possible resolution on greenhouse gas emissions reduction
• Recap of No Mow May results
• Review Green Tier Legacy Communities scorecard

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to consider past meeting minutes, facility pay estimates for Miron Construction, a contract amendment for Stewart Avenue design, and concrete licenses. Members Eric Lindman, Maryanne Groat, and Anne Jacobson make up the board.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #23
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #22
• Amendment to EMCS Contract for Phase II Design of Stewart Avenue from South 72nd Avenue to South 48th Avenue
• Portland Cement Concrete License: KSK, Inc. and B & D Plumbing & Heating

The Board of Public Works approved two construction pay estimates for Miron Construction: $1,193,194.57 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility (Pay Estimate #23) and $519,886.56 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility (Pay Estimate #22). The board also approved an amendment to the EMCS contract for Phase II design of Stewart Avenue from South 72nd Avenue to South 48th Avenue, and approved two Portland Cement Concrete licenses, one with a condition. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting
• Approved Pay Estimate #23 for Wastewater Treatment Facility: $1,193,194.57
• Approved Pay Estimate #22 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility: $519,886.56
• Approved EMCS contract amendment for Phase II design of Stewart Avenue (70% plans)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete license for B & D Plumbing & Heating
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete license for KSK, Inc. with condition to modify Notice of Cancellation to 30 days

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning and development plan amendments. The body is deciding on conditional uses for businesses and residential structures across the city.

• Mixed-use development with underground parking at 301 & 411 Washington Street
• Rezoning of 520 North 1st Avenue from TF-10 to UMU for Bridge Street Mission
• Conditional use for outdoor event space and beer garden at 101/103 North 3rd Avenue
• Conditional use for auto body paint and repair shop at 1700 North Business Highway 51
• Amendment to fencing standards of Wausau Municipal Code 23.06.040

The Wausau Plan Commission unanimously approved a general development plan amendment for 301 & 411 Washington Street, allowing a mixed-use development with underground parking, ground-floor retail, and apartments above. The commission also approved conditional uses for an outdoor event space/beer garden and an auto body paint/repair shop, rezoned a property, and amended another development plan for an institutional residential facility. A request to vacate a public walkway failed, and a motion to keep fencing standards unchanged passed 3-2.

• Approved conditional use for outdoor event space and beer garden at 101/103 N 3rd Ave (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for auto body paint and repair shop at 1700 N Business Hwy 51 (6-0)
• Approved general development plan amendment for mixed-use development at 301 & 411 Washington St (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for additional detached accessory structure at 1505 Brown St (6-0)
• Rezoned 520 N 1st Ave from TF-10 to UMU (6-0)
• Approved general development plan amendment for institutional residential facility at 111 N Bellis St (6-0)
• Denied vacation of public walkway abutting 3317 Polzer Dr, 3311 Polzer Dr, 3312 Wildwood Ln, 3318 Wildwood Ln (failed 6-0)
• Kept fencing standards unchanged; motion to leave zoning code as is carried (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, discuss the committee’s roles and responsibilities, and review department operations. No formal decisions are scheduled, and the next meeting date is pending due to the July 4 holiday.

• Elect chair and vice chair
• Review roles, responsibilities, and authority of the Parks Commission and committee
• Discuss department overview presentation
• Park updates including Athletic Park, City Pools, Dog Park, and Forestry

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will review license applications, a waiver for alcohol consumption on streets during Exhibitour, an obstruction permit for Oz Night Club, and a formal expression of concern regarding Newch's Eatery. They will also discuss amending ordinance 2.18.050 and receive reports from the Fire Department and Tavern Activities.

• Waiver request for 9.04.025 (alcohol on streets) for Exhibitour on Aug 13, 2022 in Wausau River District
• Central Business District Obstruction Permit for Oz Night Club, 320 Washington St
• Formal Expression of Concern regarding Newch's Eatery, LLC, 1810 Merrill Ave
• Discussion and possible action amending ordinance 2.18.050 Procedure
• Fire Department Operations Report for May 2022

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved an Operator's License for Christina Nutter by a 3-2 vote, overriding a staff denial recommendation based on a 1999/2000 sexual assault conviction and multiple OWI offenses. The committee denied a Public Transport Driver License for Jeremiah Jefferson (0-5) and denied an obstruction permit for Oz Night Club (1-4). It also approved a waiver for the Exhibitour wine walk and an ordinance amendment regarding municipal court hours.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)
• Approved various licenses as recommended by staff, except Nutter and Jefferson (5-0)
• Approved Operator's License for Christina Nutter (3-2)
• Denied Public Transport Driver License for Jeremiah Jefferson (0-5)
• Approved waiver for Exhibitour wine walk (5-0)
• Denied obstruction permit for Oz Night Club (1-4)
• Approved ordinance amendment to 2.18.050 regarding court hours (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on funding strategies for managing PFAS in the city's drinking water, review revised USEPA health advisory levels, and consider a local policy for setting a PFAS removal goal. The meeting is open to the public, with options for remote viewing and comment submission.

• Discussion and possible action on funding strategies for PFAS management
• Discussion on revised USEPA health advisory levels for PFAS
• Discussion and possible action on local policy for PFAS removal goal

The Wausau Water Works Commission discussed PFAS funding strategies and revised EPA health advisory levels, then voted 4-0 to adopt a policy to implement a Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) filtration system as soon as possible and develop a financial plan with interim financing. No action was taken on the funding strategies or health advisory discussions, which were informational only.

• Adopted policy to implement GAC filtration system at earliest timeline (4-0)
• Directed development of financial plan with interim financing for GAC system (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is voting on various municipal agreements, budget allocations for American Rescue Plan projects, and personnel policies. The body is also considering the relocation of the District 6 polling place.

• State/Municipal Agreement for North 18th Street from STH 52 to S ll St
• Proposal from Asch Properties, LLC for Infused at 180 E Wausau Ave
• Tax Increment Grants for 1401 Elm Street, LLC and Roland Lokre
• Budget for American Rescue Plan funded firefighter positions
• Relocation of District 6 Polling Place to Sylvan Hill Park at 1329 Sylvan Street

The Wausau Common Council approved the sale of 180 E Wausau Ave to Asch Properties, LLC for $40,000, despite opposition from three alderpersons who felt the price was too low. The council also approved ARPA-funded firefighter positions, a PAL sick leave waiver (which failed), and several other resolutions. The meeting included presentations on affordable housing and mall redevelopment.

• Approved sale of 180 E Wausau Ave to Asch Properties for $40,000 (6-3)
• Approved ARPA budget for firefighter positions (9-0)
• Denied PAL eligibility waiver for sick leave (2-7)
• Approved reallocation of four bus operator positions to full-time (9-0)
• Approved temporary easement for Athletic Park event parking (9-0)
• Approved 2022 CDBG allocation (9-0)
• Approved relocation of District 6 polling place to Sylvan Hill Park (9-0)
• Deferred retirement notice incentive resolution to next meeting

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Wausau Public Health & Safety Committee is meeting to consider a Class B Beer & Liquor License application for Callon Street Pub, a special event application for World Refugee Day on The 400 Block, and the relocation of the District 6 polling place.

• Consider Application for Class B Beer & Liquor License for Moua & Moua Properties LLC, dba Callon Street Pub, 209 Callon St
• Consider Special Event Application for World Refugee Day, June 18, 2022, on The 400 Block
• Consider Relocating District 6 Polling Place from Thrive Church to Sylvan Hill Park located at 1329 Sylvan Street

The committee approved a liquor license for Callon Street Pub and a special event application for World Refugee Day. It also voted to move the District 6 polling place to Sylvan Hill Park.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor License for Moua & Moua Properties LLC (4-0)
• Approved World Refugee Day special event application for June 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved relocating District 6 polling place to Sylvan Hill Park (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is scheduled to approve previous meeting minutes and consider a Portland Cement Concrete License for KSK, Inc. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Approve minutes of the June 7, 2022 meeting
• Portland Cement Concrete License for KSK, Inc.
• Closed session to deliberate on claims pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(g), Wis. Stats.

The Board approved a claim for Craig Czerwinski and the minutes from the June 7 meeting. A Portland Cement Concrete License for KSK, Inc. was moved to the next agenda due to document irregularities.

• Approved June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved claim of Craig Czerwinski for $1,642.19
• Tabled Portland Cement Concrete License for KSK, Inc. to next agenda

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several budget-related items, including PFAS filter replacement, a midyear cost-of-living adjustment, and ARPA funding requests. They will also consider a sole source purchase for recruitment services, a retirement notice incentive, and approval of the 2022 Community Development Block Grant program. The meeting includes a presentation of 2021 financial results and approval of previous minutes.

• PFAS filter replacement and related budget modification
• Sole source purchase of recruitment services (HR Gov)
• Budget modification for midyear Cost of Living adjustment
• Creating an Extended Retirement Notice Incentive
• Approval of 2022 Community Development Block Grant program

The Finance Committee approved several ARPA funding requests, including the Community Partners Campus Facility Project, Wastewater Screening Improvement Project, Stormwater Lift Station Project, and Homebuyer Education, Counseling and Closing Assistance Program, all by 4-0 votes. They also approved a $70,000 budget modification for legal services, the 2022 CDBG program, a sole source request for Parks Department 400 Block repairs, and a sole source purchase of recruitment services from HR Gov. The committee held action on the 17th Avenue Reconstruction Project and Affordable Housing Improvements, and deferred several items to future meetings.

• Approved sole source request for Parks Department 400 Block repairs (4-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Community Partners Campus Facility Project (4-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Wastewater Screening Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Stormwater Lift Station Project (4-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Homebuyer Education, Counseling and Closing Assistance Program (4-0)
• Approved $70,000 budget modification for legal services (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Community Development Block Grant program (4-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of recruitment services from HR Gov (4-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a Class B Beer & Liquor License for Moua & Moua Properties LLC, dba Callon Street Pub, and a special event application for World Refugee Day. It also approved relocating the District 6 polling place from Thrive Church to Sylvan Hill Park. All motions passed 4-0.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor License for Callon Street Pub (4-0)
• Approved special event application for World Refugee Day (4-0)
• Approved relocation of District 6 polling place to Sylvan Hill Park (4-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and discuss a possible resolution on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The body will also review sustainability awards and the Green Tier Legacy Communities scorecard.

• Election of a committee chairperson
• Discussion and possible action on sustainability awards
• Discussion of a possible resolution on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
• Recap of No Mow May
• Update on Green Tier Legacy Communities scorecard

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss and possibly approve several personnel items, including a new extended retirement notice incentive, an alternate work arrangements policy, reallocating bus operator positions, a market study, a midyear cost-of-living adjustment for non-represented employees, and recruitment for the Human Resources Director position. They will also review the May Human Resources report and approve the May 9 meeting minutes.

• Creating an Extended Retirement Notice Incentive
• Approving the Alternate Work Arrangements Policy
• Reallocating Bus Operator I Positions
• Approving a Market Study
• Approving Midyear Cost of Living Adjustment for Non-Represented Employees

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will review several infrastructure projects and road changes. The body is deciding on walkway vacations and state municipal agreements for street projects.

• Public hearing on vacating public walkways at 3317 and 3311 Polzer Drive, and 3312 and 3318 Wildwood Lane
• Presentation on downtown redevelopment street concepts by Toole Design
• Discussion on rerouting STH 52 and Business Hwy 51
• State Municipal Agreement for North 18th Street from STH 52 to Sell Street (Project ID 6999-18-08/78)
• Proposed public hearing to amend the Official City Map for the 28th Avenue corridor

The committee approved vacating a public walkway near Polzer Drive and Wildwood Lane and authorized a DOT-funded traffic study to reroute STH 52 and Business Hwy 51. It also approved a $702,487 road project on North 18th Street and a public hearing to amend the 28th Avenue corridor map.

• Approved vacating public walkway at Polzer Drive and Wildwood Lane (4-1)
• Approved DOT-funded traffic study for rerouting STH 52 and Business Hwy 51 (5-0)
• Approved $702,487 mill and overlay project for North 18th Street (5-0)
• Approved public hearing to amend Official City Map for 28th Avenue corridor (5-0)
• Agreed by consensus to provide letter of support for Town of Wausau grant for 25th Street
• Approved May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will decide on commercial rehab loans for 101 Pub and Liberty Gardens, LLC, and consider waiving a condition for a tax increment grant for Mountain Lanes. Updates will be provided on the Gorman & Co West Side Battery redevelopment and the city’s marketing plan. The committee will also discuss developer requests related to the Plaza Hotel Multifamily redevelopment.

• Approve commercial rehab loan for 101 Pub at 101 N. 3rd Ave.
• Approve commercial rehab loan for Liberty Gardens, LLC at 608 N 3rd Ave.
• Waive noncompliance for Tax Increment Grant Installment for Mountain Lanes at 1401 Elm Street
• Discuss developer request for demolition expense for Plaza Hotel Multifamily (Phase 1) at 201 N 17th Ave.
• Discuss developer request for Phase 2 Tax Increment Grant for Plaza Hotel Multifamily redevelopment at 201 N 17th Ave.

The committee accepted a proposal to sell 180 E. Wausau Ave for a sustainable indoor green space project. It also approved two commercial rehabilitation loans for local businesses and waived a filing requirement for the Mountain Lanes development.

• Accepted proposal for 180 E. Wausau Ave and directed staff to negotiate sale (5-0)
• Approved Commercial Rehab Loan for 101 Pub at 101 N. 3rd Ave (5-0)
• Approved Commercial Rehab Loan for Wausau's Liberty Gardens, LLC at 608 N 3rd Ave (5-0)
• Waived filing requirement and declared Mountain Lanes project substantially complete (4-1)
• Authorized staff to continue negotiations with developer for 201 N. 17th Ave (4-1)
• Approved minutes from 5/3/22 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on recommendations for real estate and engineering services for two major projects: WisDOT’s Stewart Avenue project and the Downtown Mall redevelopment. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and issue licenses to two local contractors.

• Recommendation for Real Estate Services for WisDOT Project ID 6999-09-72, Stewart Avenue
• Recommendation for Engineering Design Services for Downtown Mall Redevelopment
• Approve minutes of May 31, 2022 meeting
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Krall's Masonry Contractors Inc.
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: Kell Contracting

The Board of Public Works approved minutes from May 31, 2022, and awarded a real estate services contract for the Stewart Avenue project (WisDOT Project ID 6999-09-72) to Corre, which had the highest average score among four proposals. The board postponed awarding the engineering design services contract for the Downtown Mall Redevelopment because staff could not recommend a firm due to very close scores (7.9, 7.9, 7.8, 7.7); interviews with the four consultants will be held before a decision. It also approved a Portland cement concrete license for Krall's Masonry Contractors Inc. and a bituminous concrete paving license for Kell Contracting.

• Approved minutes of May 31, 2022 meeting
• Awarded real estate services for Stewart Avenue (WisDOT Project ID 6999-09-72) to Corre
• Postponed engineering design services award for Downtown Mall Redevelopment pending interviews
• Approved Portland cement concrete license for Krall's Masonry Contractors Inc.
• Approved bituminous concrete paving license for Kell Contracting

Water Works Commission

The commission will receive updates on drinking water and wastewater treatment facility construction. Members will discuss employee staffing and may take action on the 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for wastewater.

• Drinking Water Treatment Facility construction update from Becher Hoppe
• Wastewater Treatment Facility construction update from Donohue
• Possible action on the 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for wastewater
• Discussion on employee staffing, recruiting, retention, and wages
• Contracting summer maintenance mowing/lawncare to Baumann

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved the 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for wastewater, and discussed lead service line replacements, pilot study results, and staffing wages. No other formal actions were taken; items like the director's report and staffing discussion were informational or tabled for future action.

• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Approved 2021 CMAR wastewater report (3-0)
• Placed director's report on file (no action)
• Discussed pilot study results; no formal action
• Discussed staffing wages; no formal action

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole and the Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Committee are meeting with members of Citizen Action for Wisconsin. The purpose of the meeting is to learn more about Climate Action Plans.

• Discussion on Climate Action Plans with Citizen Action for Wisconsin

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bids for aluminum sulfate solution for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The board will also consider a payment estimate for asphalt patching and deliberate on claims in a closed session.

• Bids for aluminum sulfate solution for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• 2022 Asphalt Patching Project: Zilisch Asphalt LLC, Pay Estimate #1
• Closed session to deliberate on claims

The Board of Public Works approved the purchase of aluminum sulfate solution from Affinity Chemical at $369 per dry ton, the lower of two bids. They also approved a pay estimate for the 2022 Asphalt Patching Project and acted on two claims in closed session, approving one and denying another.

• Approved minutes of May 24, 2022 meeting
• Approved purchase of aluminum sulfate solution from Affinity Chemical at $369 per dry ton
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Zilisch Asphalt LLC in amount of $44,746.06
• Approved claim of Gordon Schultz in amount of $1,428.05
• Denied claim of Glen Haas in amount of $431.25

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for ED 101 training. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• ED 101 training

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding requests, including a new community outreach specialist position and three firefighter positions. They will also review 2021 financial results and consider an interlocal agreement with Marathon County for a Byrne Justice Assistance Grant. A public hearing is scheduled for the grant program and related contract.

• ARPA funding request for Community Outreach Specialist Position
• ARPA funding request for 3 Firefighter Positions - Wausau Fire Department
• Interlocal Agreement between City of Wausau and Marathon County for 2021 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program Award
• Public Hearing regarding 2021 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program Award and related contract
• Budget modification discussion for shortfall in Torney Avenue Street Project

The committee approved ARPA funding for a police community outreach specialist and three firefighter positions. It also allocated surplus funds to cover a street project shortfall and approved a grant agreement with Marathon County.

• Approved ARPA funding for Police Department Community Outreach Specialist (3-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for 3 Firefighter positions (3-0)
• Approved $175,000 from 2021 surplus for Torney Avenue Street Project shortfall (3-0)
• Approved continuing contract for State of Wisconsin Weights and Measures Inspections Services (3-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Marathon County for 2021 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/10/22 meeting (3-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet on May 24, 2022, to approve minutes from the previous meeting and take action on several bids and contracts. The board will open bids for the 2022 Street Sealcoating Project, review change orders and pay estimates for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, and open requests for proposals for real estate and engineering services related to WisDOT and downtown projects.

• Approve minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting
• Open bids for 2022 Street Sealcoating Project
• Open RFP for Real Estate Services for WisDOT Project ID 6999-09-72, Stewart Avenue
• Open RFP for Engineering Design Services for Downtown Mall Redevelopment
• Miron Construction Change Orders #4 and #5 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of the May 17 meeting and awarded the 2022 Street Sealcoating Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $167,483.33. It also approved two change orders and a pay estimate for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility. Proposals for real estate services and engineering design services were received but deferred for future review.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Street Sealcoating Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $167,483.33 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #4 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility in amount of $43,049.63 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #5 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility in amount of $57,056.92 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #21 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility in amount of $491,999.02 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will reconsider a resolution approving the second amendment to the Wausau Center Mall redevelopment project development agreement with Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership and Wausau Opportunity Zone. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including easements, fee changes, and ordinance amendments, and will consider ARPA-funded project budgets and a pending interlocal agreement for a justice grant.

• Reconsideration of resolution approving second amendment to Wausau Center Mall development agreement (approved 4-1 and Council 9-2)
• Resolution approving sanitary sewer and watermain easement with Christiana and Zachary Gandy at 109 Freedom Way
• Resolution authorizing modification of fees for Lot 5 Overnight Parking
• Ordinance amending Section 8.08.010 regarding certain creatures forbidden (exceptions)
• Resolution approving ARPA-funded budgets for Fiber Connection Project and Entrepreneurial and Education Center

The Wausau Common Council approved several items, including an amendment to the Wausau Center Mall redevelopment agreement requiring fair market value for parking lots if the city ceases operations, and adopted ARPA-funded budgets for a fiber connection project, an entrepreneurial and education center, and a community outreach specialist position. The council also passed a sidewalk cafe ordinance amendment and an interlocal agreement for a Byrne JAG grant. All votes were recorded with tallies.

• Approved consent agenda items including easement, stormwater agreement, fee changes, and ordinance amendments (9-0)
• Reconsidered and approved amendment to Wausau Center Mall development agreement requiring fair market value for parking lots (8-1)
• Adopted amended Wausau Center Mall redevelopment resolution (8-1)
• Approved ARPA budget for Fiber Connection Project (9-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for Entrepreneurial and Education Center (8-1)
• Approved sidewalk cafe ordinance amendment (6-3)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Marathon County for Byrne JAG grant (9-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for Community Outreach Specialist position (9-0)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on three conditional use requests: an outdoor event space and beer garden at 101/103 North 3rd Avenue, an auto body paint and repair shop at 1700 North Business Highway 51, and an off-site parking lot at 414 South 1st Avenue. The commission will also consider approving a blade sign at 608 Washington Street and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Conditional use for outdoor event space and beer garden at 101/103 North 3rd Avenue (Brewer Entertainment)
• Conditional use for auto body paint and repair shop at 1700 North Business Highway 51 (Caliber Collision)
• Conditional use for off-site parking lot at 414 South 1st Avenue (Bond Realty LLC)
• Discussion and possible action on approving a blade sign at 608 Washington Street

The Plan Commission approved a request for a blade sign at 608 Washington Street. Public hearings were held for two conditional use requests, and one item was removed from the agenda.

• Approved blade sign at 608 Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Removed conditional use request for 414 South 1st Avenue from agenda

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, a pay estimate for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility, and discuss asphalt purchases from two vendors. Two closed sessions will address pre-qualification for street sealcoating and claims deliberation.

• Approve minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #20
• Discussion and possible action on asphalt purchases from two vendors
• Closed session on 2022 Street Sealcoating Project pre-qualification
• Closed session on claims deliberation

The Board of Public Works approved Pay Estimate #20 for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility in the amount of $273,145.91, and approved the purchase of hot mix asphalt from both RC Pavers and American Asphalt. In closed session, the board denied two claims and approved two bidders for the 2022 Street Sealcoating Project.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting
• Approved Pay Estimate #20 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility: $273,145.91
• Approved purchase of hot mix asphalt from RC Pavers and American Asphalt
• Denied claim of Joyce Firkus: $443.75
• Denied claim of Brittany Boyce: $145.57
• Approved Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC and Scott Construction, Inc. for 2022 Street Sealcoating Project

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, consider liquor license renewals, and review permits for outdoor events and business operations in the Central Business District. Discussions will also include homelessness outreach, ADA policy updates, and changes to ordinances regarding prohibited creatures.

• Approve liquor license renewals for 2022-2023 establishments
• Consider Central Business District Obstruction Permit for Oz Night Club (320 Washington St)
• Review request for outdoor party at Matt's 101 Pub on May 21, 2022
• Discuss homelessness outreach status with Wausau Police Department
• Amend Section 8.08.010 to address exceptions for goats

The committee approved an ordinance change allowing seasonal canopies to extend further into the right-of-way and made permanent the allowance of goats for invasive species management. It also approved several outdoor event permits and updated ADA policies.

• Elected Lisa Rasmussen as Chairperson (3-2) and Doug Diny as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Denied Operator's License for Katrina Pelletier and Public Transport Driver License for Patrick Lind (5-0)
• Approved outdoor party for Matt's 101 Pub (5-0)
• Approved outdoor entertainment dates for The Glass Hat (5-0)
• Approved canopy ordinance change and proposed canopy for Lemongrass (5-0)
• Approved permanent amendment to Section 8.08.010 to allow goats (5-0)
• Approved updates to ADA Title II Policy and associated forms (5-0)
• Tabled Oz Night Club obstruction permit to next meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works is scheduled to meet on May 12, 2022, to consider project payments and contracts. The agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, a payment estimate for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, and an amendment for the Industrial Park Lift Station Pump Addition Project. The board will also review concrete and paving licenses.

• Approve minutes of the May 3, 2022 meeting
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #22
• Amendment #7 with Clark Dietz for the Industrial Park Lift Station Pump Addition Project
• Portland Cement Concrete License for Miron Construction, Co., Inc. and Olson Paving, Inc.
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Miron Construction, Co., Inc. and Integrated Construction Solutions, LLC.

The Board approved a payment for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project and an amendment for the Industrial Park Lift Station Pump Addition Project. Several concrete and paving licenses were approved with specific insurance and affidavit conditions.

• Approved Miron Construction Pay Estimate #22 for $1,066,402.85
• Approved Amendment #7 with Clark Dietz for approximately $15,000
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Miron Construction (conditional)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Olson Paving
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Miron Construction (conditional)
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Integrated Construction Solutions LLC (conditional)
• Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Wausau Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will select leadership, establish meeting schedules, and consider agreements for properties at 2025 County Road U and 109 Freedom Way. The committee will also discuss municipal code amendments regarding permits and violations, fee modifications, a stormwater report, and 2022 construction updates.

• Action on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with PIP JV LLC at 2025 County Road U
• Action on Utility Easement with Christiana Gandy and Zachary Gandy at 109 Freedom Way
• Discussion and possible action on amending Wausau Municipal Code Section 10.48.090 Annual and monthly permits
• Discussion and possible action on authorizing the modification of fees to the City of Wausau Fees and Licenses Schedule
• Discussion and possible action on amending Wausau Municipal Code Section 10.48.120 Violations

The committee elected Lou Larson as Chair and Gary Gisselman as Vice Chair for the 2022-2024 term. It approved a consent agenda including a stormwater maintenance agreement and an easement, and unanimously approved amendments to parking permit and violation ordinances, plus fee schedule changes allowing overnight parking in Lot 5 from April to November. The committee also received updates on the MS4 annual report and 2022 construction projects.

• Elected Lou Larson as Chair (3-2 secret ballot)
• Elected Gary Gisselman as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including stormwater agreement with PIP JV LLC and easement with Christiana and Zachary Gandy (5-0)
• Approved amendment to parking permit ordinance Section 10.48.090 (5-0)
• Approved modification of fees to allow overnight parking in Lot 5 April-November (5-0)
• Approved amendment to parking violation ordinance Section 10.48.120 (5-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on May 10, 2022, to vote on various resolutions, ordinances, and agreements. Actions included approving lease amendments, development agreement updates, property rezonings, and parking changes. Several items regarding property easements and city wards were left pending.

• Resolution approving First Amendment to Lease Agreement between City of Wausau and Briq's Soft Serve LLC
• Ordinance rezoning 915 North 6th Street to Neighborhood Mixed-Use
• Ordinance amending parking and loading zones on Cedar Street
• Resolution approving Second Amendment to Development Agreement for Wausau Center Mall redevelopment project
• Ordinance rezoning 180 East Wausau Avenue to Urban Mixed-Use

The Common Council approved the second amendment to the Wausau Center Mall redevelopment agreement with Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership and Wausau Opportunity Zone, Inc. (WOZ), which includes a provision allowing WOZ to buy city parking ramps for $1.00 if the city ceases operations. An amendment to require fair market value for the ramps failed. The council also approved several other items, including rezoning, budget modifications, and a new ward map.

• Approved second amendment to Wausau Center Mall development agreement (9-2)
• Amendment to require fair market value for parking ramps failed (2-9)
• Approved rezoning 180 East Wausau Avenue from HI to UMU (11-0)
• Approved rezoning 915 North 6th Street from TF-10 to NMU (11-0)
• Approved 2022 budget modification for uncompleted projects (10-1)
• Approved one-year FlashVote survey tool contract (10-1)
• Approved ordinance creating wards 24 and 25 (11-0)
• Approved six property settlement waivers (11-0 each)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on funding a community outreach professional, waivers for easements and payments related to the 72nd Avenue Multiuse Trail Project, and ARPA funding requests and budget modifications. The meeting will also include a presentation of 2021 financial results and a discussion about the city stage for the Taste N Glow Balloon Fest.

• Waiver of Appraisal, Settlement Amount, Temporary and Permanent Limited Easement for 72nd Avenue Multiuse Trail Project (properties: 7500 Stewart Avenue, 720 S. 72nd Avenue, 7575 Bombardier Court, 7255 Stewart Avenue, 400 S. 72nd Avenue, 400 N. 72nd Avenue)
• Possible action on funding a Community Outreach professional
• Discussion and possible action regarding ARPA status, ARPA funding requests, and related budget modification
• Presentation of 2021 Financial Results
• Discussion and possible action regarding City stage for Taste N Glow Balloon Fest

The Finance Committee approved funding for the CCITC Fiber Project and the EEC Request using ARPA funds, while holding off on additional firefighter positions and fire land acquisition for future consideration. They also approved the use of the city stage for the Taste N Glow Balloon Fest and approved easements for the 72nd Avenue Multiuse Trail Project. The committee discussed but took no action on a Community Outreach professional position, pending a formal ARPA request.

• Approved funding for CCITC Fiber Project and EEC Request (5-0)
• Held additional firefighter positions and fire land acquisition for future consideration
• Approved use of city stage and DPW setup for Taste N Glow Balloon Fest (5-0)
• Approved easements for 7575 Bombardier Court, 7255 Stewart Avenue, 400 S. 72nd Avenue, 400 N. 72nd Avenue (5-0)
• Approved easements for 7500 Stewart Avenue and 720 S. 72nd Avenue after closed session (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Wausau Committee of the Whole scheduled a social gathering for council members, department heads, and city staff following the council meeting. The notice explicitly states that no city business will be conducted at the event.

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will select a chairperson and vice chairperson for 2022–2024, establish its regular meeting schedule, and review April’s HR report. Members will also discuss creating a new Community Outreach Specialist position.

• Select 2022–2024 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Establish 2022–2024 regular meeting schedule
• Discuss creating and classifying a Community Outreach Specialist position

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will select officers, set meeting times, and take possible action on several Riverlife development items, including an RFP for Lots 6-8, a lease amendment for Briq's, and a second amendment to the condo agreement.

• Select Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2022-2024 term
• Discussion and possible action on RFP for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8
• Discussion and possible action on Briq's at Riverlife lease amendment
• Discussion and possible action on Second Amendment to Riverlife Condo Agreement

The Economic Development Committee voted 5-0 to release a request for proposals for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8, with amendments to add design standards and language on local contractors (subject to state law). It also approved a lease amendment for Briq's extending its season to September 25, 2022, and a second amendment to the Riverlife Condo Agreement pushing the closing date out 120 days and completion to November 2023. The committee selected Sarah Watson as chair and Chad Henke as co-chair, and set meetings for the first Tuesday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

• Selected Sarah Watson as Chairperson and Chad Henke as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Set regular meetings for 1st Tuesday of each month at 5:15 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/06/2022 (5-0)
• Released RFP for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, 8 with amendments (5-0)
• Approved Briq's lease amendment extending to September 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Riverlife Condo Agreement, extending closing and completion dates (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will review utility operations, including ongoing construction projects and staffing shortages at the drinking water and wastewater plants. The meeting will also discuss hiring challenges, budget modifications for engineering services, and progress on a PFAS pilot study. Possible actions include resolutions for reimbursements and financial assistance applications.

• 4 main breaks and 2 service repairs completed; 26 excavations pending
• 2 drinking water and 3 wastewater positions vacant
• Discussion on hiring Wood Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. with budget modification
• PFAS pilot study progress update
• Possible reimbursement resolution for PFAS engineering costs via WDNR Safe Drinking Water Loan Program

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved several items, including a budget not to exceed $83,343 for Wood Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. for PFAS-related work, a reimbursement resolution for PFAS engineering through the WDNR Safe Drinking Water Loan Program, a resolution designating the City's Mayor as authorized representative for state financial assistance, and a $20,000 cap for communication services from Mueller Communications. The commission also discussed staffing shortages and hiring challenges but took no action on that item. Minutes from April 6 and 14 were approved.

• Approved minutes from April 6 and 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Authorized budget not to exceed $83,343 for Wood Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement resolution for PFAS engineering and investigation through WDNR Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (4-0)
• Approved resolution designating City's Mayor as authorized representative for state financial assistance (4-0)
• Capped communication services from Mueller Communications at $20,000 (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a recommendation for a staffing needs assessment for the water and sewer utility. The board will also review a change order for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project.

• Recommendation for Request for Proposals: Staffing Needs Assessment for the Water and Sewer Utility
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #18

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of the April 26 meeting and selected Baker Tilly for a staffing needs assessment for the Water and Sewer Utility, based on staff rankings. The board also approved Change Order #18 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project with Miron Construction. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 26, 2022 meeting
• Accepted Baker Tilly proposal for staffing needs assessment (2-0)
• Approved Change Order #18 with Miron Construction for $81,570.10 (2-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met to vote on resolutions, ordinances, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project budgets. The council considered items regarding public property right-of-ways, public records retention, committee structures, and designated May 2022 as "No Mow May."

• Approved a public hearing for vacating a public walkway abutting 3317 Polzer Drive, 3311 Polzer Drive, 3312 Wildwood Lane, and 3318 Wildwood Lane
• Approved acceptance of right-of-way dedication for Timber Trail Drive
• Approved a resolution designating May 2022 as "No Mow May" and suspending certain mowing enforcement
• Approved the adoption of the Standard Allowance of Revenue Loss and budget projects under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
• Approved a detour agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation

The Wausau Common Council voted to create a new Executive Committee, replacing the Legislative and Coordinating Committees, and approved several resolutions including ARPA-funded projects for LED street lighting and a skateboard park. The skate park budget passed 10-1, with Gary Gisselman voting no, while the LED project passed unanimously. The council also adopted consent agenda items, confirmed mayoral appointments, and approved a detour agreement with WisDOT.

• Adopted consent agenda including 'No Mow May' suspension (11-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee and Sustainability Commission (11-0)
• Approved detour agreement with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (11-0)
• Adopted ARPA revenue loss standard allowance resolution (11-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for LED street lighting project (11-0)
• Approved ARPA budget for skateboard park project (10-1)
• Created Executive Committee as amended (8-3)
• Adopted ordinance amending public records and records retention (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on items including the 2023 Workcamps Home Repair Contract, ERP software implementation, 2021 yearend budget results with 2022 carryover requests, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) status and funding requests. The committee will also select a chairperson and vice chairperson for the 2022-2024 term and establish its regular meeting schedule.

• 2023 Workcamps Home Repair Contract for 2023
• ERP software implementation
• 2021 yearend budget to actual results and related carryover requests to the 2022 budget
• WAAM Closed Captioning and budget amendment
• ARPA status, ARPA funding requests and related budget modification

The Finance Committee approved expanding Ehlers Financial Investment Advisory Services to include general investments for two years, and approved resolutions authorizing the mayor to apply for state environmental funds and to reimburse expenditures from borrowing. The committee also approved a $47,000 closed captioning purchase, 2021 budget carryovers, and a $20,000 Workcamps home repair contract for 2023. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved expanding Ehlers investment advisory services to include general investments for 2 years (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing mayor to file applications for state Environmental Improvement Fund (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing (5-0)
• Approved $47,000 purchase of WAAM closed captioning system (5-0)
• Approved 2021 budget carryovers and overspending reports (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for 2023 Workcamps Home Repair project (5-0)
• Set regular meeting time to 5:30 PM on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
• Elected Lisa Rasmussen as Chairperson and Michael Martens as Vice Chairperson

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider approving minutes from its April 19 meeting, open bids for the 2022 Asphalt Patching Project, and open requests for proposals for a staffing needs assessment for the Water and Sewer Utility. All items may be acted upon.

• Open bids for 2022 Asphalt Patching Project
• Open RFP for Staffing Needs Assessment for Water and Sewer Utility
• Approve minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the April 19 meeting and awarded a patching contract to the lowest qualified bidder. Proposals for a Water and Sewer Utility staffing assessment were received and are under staff review.

• Approved minutes of the April 19, 2022 meeting
• Awarded 2022 Asphalt Patching Project to Zilisch Asphalt LLC for $105,898

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee is meeting at Memorial Park to participate in a tree planting event in honor of Earth Day 2022. No formal action will be taken by the committee; the meeting is for participation only.

• Tree planting event at Memorial Park, 505 Memorial Park Road
• Earth Day 2022 observance
• No action to be taken by the committee

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is scheduled to hold a training meeting on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at City Hall. The agenda consists entirely of procedural training topics for council members. No official policy decisions, votes, or ordinances are scheduled for consideration.

• IT Training on iPads
• Training on new Council Voting system (OpenMeeting)
• Basic overview of Roberts Rules of Order

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider change orders and pay estimates for several city infrastructure projects. The board will also review a concrete license application and hold closed sessions regarding asphalt patching and claims.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction Change Order #17 and Pay Estimate #21
• Thomas Street Siphon Pipeline Crossing: Janke General Contractors Pay Estimate #9
• 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. Change Order #1
• 2020 North 2nd Street Parking Lot Project: Merrill Gravel & Construction Co. final payment
• Portland Cement Concrete License application for A-1 Weston Masonry LLC

The Board of Public Works approved several payments and change orders for ongoing projects, including a $1,213,998.32 pay estimate for the wastewater treatment facility. It also approved change orders for the wastewater project and sidewalk repair, a final payment for a parking lot project, and a contractor license. In closed session, the board approved bidders for the 2022 Asphalt Patching Project and approved three payments, including one to the YMCA and two to individuals.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting
• Approved Change Order #17 for Miron Construction, $63,478.52
• Approved Pay Estimate #21 for Miron Construction, $1,213,998.32
• Approved Pay Estimate #9 for Janke General Contractors, $5,000 (retainage reduction)
• Approved Change Order #1 for S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., $2,455.75 (radial domes)
• Approved final payment to Merrill Gravel & Construction Co., $4,293.63
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for A-1 Weston Masonry LLC
• Approved bidders for 2022 Asphalt Patching Project: American Asphalt of WI and Zilisch Asphalt LLC

Common Council

This is the organizational meeting of the Wausau Common Council for the 2022-2024 term. The council will elect a Council President and Plan Commission members, confirm the mayor's appointments to committees, and adopt council rules. It is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions on the agenda.

• Election of Council President by secret ballot
• Nominations for Plan Commission (2/3 majority) and Wausau Water Works Commission
• Mayor's appointments to standing committees for 2022-2024
• Ordinance adopting council rules for 2020-2024
• Resolutions designating public depositories and official newspaper

The Wausau Common Council held its organizational meeting, swore in alderpersons, and adopted the 2022-2024 Council Rules after amending Rule 13(C) to allow two alderpersons to call a Committee of the Whole. A proposed rule to limit alderpersons to chairing one standing committee failed. Becky McElhaney was elected Council President, and appointments to committees and other bodies were confirmed.

• Adopted 2022-2024 Council Rules as amended (10-0)
• Amended Council Rule 13(C) to allow two alderpersons to call a Committee of the Whole (7-3)
• Failed amendment to limit alderpersons to chairing one standing committee (4-7)
• Elected Becky McElhaney as Council President (7-3)
• Elected Sarah Watson to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Elected Dawn Herbst to Wausau Water Works Commission (6-4)
• Confirmed Mayor's appointments to non-standing committees (10-0)
• Designated official newspaper and public depositories (10-0)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning requests for 915 North 6th Street and 180 East Wausau Avenue, and consider a conditional use permit for The Salvation Army at 110 South 1st Avenue and 110 Alexander Street. The commission will also discuss vacating right-of-way near 17th Avenue and accepting a right-of-way map for Timber Trail Drive. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.

• Rezone 915 North 6th Street from TF-10 to NMU (RPV LLC)
• Rezone 180 East Wausau Avenue from HI to UMU (City of Wausau)
• Conditional use for Salvation Army offices, chapel, community center, and housing for up to 36 men/women and 6 families
• Vacate excess public right-of-way east of 17th Avenue abutting 1607 Chellis Street and 1425/1427 Lake Street
• Accept dedication of right-of-way map for Timber Trail Drive

The Wausau Plan Commission unanimously approved rezoning 915 North 6th Street from TF-10 to NMU, and 180 East Wausau Avenue from HI to UMU. It also approved a conditional use for a facility at 110 South 1st Avenue and 110 Alexander Street, and vacated excess public right-of-way near 17th Avenue and Chellis Street. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved rezone of 915 North 6th Street from TF-10 to NMU (6-0)
• Approved rezone of 180 East Wausau Avenue from HI to UMU (6-0)
• Approved conditional use at 110 South 1st Avenue & 110 Alexander Street for offices, chapel, community center, and living accommodations (6-0)
• Approved vacating excess public right-of-way on east side of 17th Avenue (6-0)
• Accepted dedication of right-of-way map for Timber Trail Drive (6-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council held its organizational meeting, swore in alderpersons, and adopted the 2022-2024 Council Rules as amended on the floor. A proposed rule to limit alderpersons to chairing one standing committee failed, but a rule allowing two alderpersons to call a Committee of the Whole passed. Becky McElhaney was elected Council President, and Dawn Herbst was elected to the Water Works Commission.

• Adopted Ch. 2.16 Council Rules for 2022-2024 term as amended (10-0)
• Failed amendment to limit alderpersons to chairing one standing committee (4-7)
• Passed amendment allowing two alderpersons to call a Committee of the Whole (7-3)
• Elected Becky McElhaney as Council President (7-3)
• Elected Sarah Watson to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Elected Dawn Herbst to Wausau Water Works Commission (6-4)
• Confirmed Mayor's appointments to non-standing committees (10-0)
• Designated official newspaper and public depositories (10-0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider several license applications, a tailgate party request, and a Central Business District obstruction permit. They will also discuss a proposed 'No Mow May' resolution to suspend mowing enforcement, a resolution urging state changes to alcohol operator's licenses, and hear presentations on policing task force recommendations and annual reports from the fire and police departments.

• License applications for various businesses
• Pregame Tailgate Party request for May 31, 2022 at Pregame Pub, 2002 N 6th St
• Central Business District Obstruction Permit for Oz Night Club, 320 Washington St
• Resolution to designate May 2022 as 'No Mow May' and suspend enforcement of W.M.C. §6.48.010 and §6.48.040
• Resolution urging state legislators to amend Wis. Stat. §125.17 for a second tier of operator's licenses

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a resolution designating May 2022 as "No Mow May" and suspending grass-mowing enforcement. It also approved a tailgate party permit for Pregame Pub, an amendment to allow Saturday evening dining in the street, and a resolution urging state legislators to create a retail-only alcohol server license. The committee deferred action on an outdoor table request from Oz Night Club until the owner can attend.

• Approved minutes of 3/21/22 meeting (5-0)
• Approved all license applications and renewals as recommended (5-0)
• Approved Pregame Pub tailgate party with alcohol and music on May 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Deferred action on Oz Night Club sidewalk table permit until owner present
• Approved amendment to add Saturday dining to Wausau River District's Dining in the Street event (5-0)
• Approved resolution designating May 2022 as 'No Mow May' and suspending mowing enforcement (5-0)
• Approved resolution urging state legislators to create retail-only alcohol server license (5-0)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will consider several right-of-way vacations and parking restrictions. The body will also discuss future street construction planning and a detour agreement with WisDOT.

• Public hearing on vacating right-of-way east of 17th Avenue near 1607 Chellis Street
• Proposed vacation of public walkway near 3317 Polzer Drive and 3318 Wildwood Lane
• Parking restrictions on north side of Cedar Street between North 3rd Avenue and North 4th Avenue
• Detour Agreement with WisDOT for Project ID 6999-12-71, CTH U Bridge over USH 51
• Proposed 2023 Street Construction Projects and Five-Year Plan

The committee approved the proposed 2023-2027 street construction projects and five-year plan, which includes moving Henrietta Street to 2023, removing Jackson Street, and adding several streets in later years. It also approved vacating excess right-of-way on 17th Avenue, a preliminary resolution for a walkway vacation, parking restrictions on Cedar Street, a detour agreement with WisDOT, a municipal code amendment, and dedication of right-of-way for Timber Trail Drive. All votes were unanimous except the parking restriction, which passed 4-1.

• Approved 2023-2027 street construction plan (5-0)
• Approved vacating excess right-of-way on 17th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved preliminary resolution for walkway vacation at Polzer Drive (5-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on Cedar Street with seasonal winter ban (4-1)
• Approved detour agreement with WisDOT for CTH U bridge (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Municipal Code Section 10.10.020 (5-0)
• Approved dedication of right-of-way for Timber Trail Drive (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission is meeting to consider responses to the city's Request for Qualifications for professional services related to PFAS treatment and removal from drinking water. The discussion will occur in closed session, with the possibility of reconvening in open session to act on the item. The agenda contains only this one substantive item.

• Closed session to deliberate on responses to Request for Qualifications for PFAS treatment and removal from drinking water

The Wausau Water Works Commission held a closed session to discuss responses to a request for qualifications for PFAS treatment and removal from drinking water. After reconvening, the commission voted unanimously to begin negotiations with Wood Environmental & Infrastructures Solutions Inc. for this work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to reconvene into open session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to begin negotiations with Wood Environmental & Infrastructures Solutions Inc. (5-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Wausau Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will meet to discuss drafting a greenhouse gas emissions reduction resolution, plan for a tree planting event at Memorial Park, and hear a presentation on a mycoremediation project. The agenda also includes a discussion on sustainability awards and the approval of past meeting minutes.

• Guest Presentation: Mycoremediation Project by Jerome Segura and Alex Thomas
• Discussion on tree planting event on April 23rd at Memorial Park
• Discussion to draft a possible resolution recommending the reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Discussion on Sustainability Awards

The committee approved the minutes from February 22, 2022. Members discussed drafting a resolution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reviewed the process for nominating Sustainability Awards.

• Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council decided on several contracts for yard waste removal and updated airport management agreements. The body also passed a temporary ordinance to allow outdoor seating for restaurants and bars through October 31, 2022.

• Temporary ordinance for COVID-19 outdoor seating for restaurants, bars, and taverns
• Contracts with Olson Paving, Inc. for leaf hauling and yard waste acceptance
• Contract with Kafka Granite, LLC for brush grinding and removal
• TAP grant application for Business Campus Trail between 72nd Avenue and Innovation Way
• First Amendment to Airport Management and Fixed Base Operation Agreements

The Wausau Common Council approved an additional $80,000 for the PFAS alternate temporary drinking water supply, shifting focus from bottled water to reusable pitchers. The council also approved a paid internship program, new deed restrictions for the Business Campus, and amended city wards to 23 after the state Supreme Court ruling. Two economic development items were withdrawn pending more information.

• Approved $80,000 for PFAS alternate water supply, focusing on pitchers (11-0)
• Approved creation of paid internship program with budget modification (11-0)
• Approved new standard deed restrictions for Wausau Business Campus (11-0)
• Amended city wards to 23, undoing Ward 24 split (11-0)
• Approved WisDOT TAP grant application for Business Campus Trail (11-0)
• Approved termination and revised deed restrictions for 9913 Innovation Way (11-0)
• Approved Mayor's appointments to boards and commissions (10-1)
• Withdrew Riverlife Condos and East Riverfront development agreement items

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several budget-related items, including carryover of project funds, a sole-source request for WAAM Closed Captioning, ARPA funding requests, and a noncompetitive procurement process for PFAS alternate drinking water supply. The meeting is open to the public in person or via teleconference.

• Possible action on carryover of project and designated funds to the 2022 budget
• Possible action on sole source request for WAAM Closed Captioning and budget amendment
• Possible action authorizing noncompetitive procurement for PFAS alternate temporary drinking water supply and related budget establishment
• Discussion and possible action regarding ARPA funding requests and related budget modification

The Finance Committee approved using ARPA funds for the LED Lighting Project and Skateboard Park, holding off on other projects. It also approved a carryover of project funds to the 2022 budget, including $57,000 for light fixtures, and authorized a noncompetitive procurement process for PFAS alternate water supply with an $80,000 budget for water pitchers.

• Approved carryover of project and designated funds to 2022 budget, including $57,000 for light fixtures (4-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for LED Lighting Project and Skateboard Park, deferring other projects (5-0)
• Approved noncompetitive procurement for PFAS alternate water supply and related budget of $80,000 for water pitchers (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will meet to review and potentially amend policies on employee vacation accrual and perfect attendance leave eligibility. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a specific employee's leave request. No major decisions are scheduled, and the agenda is primarily procedural.

• Possible action amending regular part-time employee vacation accrual
• Possible action amending perfect attendance leave eligibility
• Closed session to consider leave of absence request exceeding 30 days

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works meets to consider bids for the 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project, 2022 Alley Paving Project, and 2022 Street Construction Project B. The board will also discuss stormwater materials, a corrosion control study scope of work with CDM Smith, and Draw Request #5 for the mall demolition and reconstruction developer agreement.

• Open bids and make recommendation for 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project
• Open bids and make recommendation for 2022 Alley Paving Project
• Make recommendation for Storm Sewer Materials
• Approve scope of work and fee schedule with CDM Smith for Demonstrative Corrosion Control Study
• Action on Draw Request #5 regarding the Developer Agreement for mall demolition and reconstruction

The Board of Public Works approved minutes, awarded two construction contracts, and approved several other items. The Riverwalk Trail Project was awarded to Janke General Contractors for $59,063.40, and the Alley Paving Project to Haas Sons, Inc. for $52,445. The board also approved storm sewer material purchases, a scope of work with CDM Smith, a draw request, and a conditional street construction bid.

• Approved minutes of March 29, 2022 meeting
• Awarded 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project to Janke General Contractors ($59,063.40)
• Awarded 2022 Alley Paving Project to Haas Sons, Inc. ($52,445)
• Approved storm sewer material purchases per staff recommendations
• Approved scope of work and fee schedule with CDM Smith for corrosion control study
• Approved Draw Request #5 for mall demolition/reconstruction ($74,756.06)
• Approved Haas bid for Street Construction Project B contingent on state agreement and budget modification

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on several property-related items, including new standard deed restrictions for the Business Campus, termination and revision of deed restrictions for Badger Liquor at 9913 Innovation Way, and a request for proposals for 180 E Wausau Avenue. The committee will also consider second amendments to the East Riverfront Declaration and the Riverlife Condo Agreement. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• New Standard Deed Restrictions for Business Campus
• Termination and revised deed restrictions for 9913 Innovation Way (Badger Liquor)
• RFP for 180 E Wausau Avenue
• Second Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration
• Second Amendment to Riverlife Condo Agreement

The Economic Development Committee approved new standard deed restrictions for the Business Campus and recorded updated restrictions for Badger Liquor's property at 9913 Innovation Way. It also approved a WisDOT grant application for a trail segment, a second amendment to the Wausau Opportunity Zone development agreement, and the release of an RFP for 180 E Wausau Avenue, pending staff clarification on exterior aesthetics. Additional amendments to the East Riverfront Declaration and Riverlife Condo Agreement were approved.

• Approved new Standard Deed Restrictions for Business Campus (5-0)
• Approved termination and recording of revised deed restrictions for 9913 Innovation Way (Badger Liquor) (5-0)
• Approved WisDOT TAP grant application for Business Campus Trail between 72nd Avenue and Innovation Way (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Wausau Opportunity Zone Development Agreement (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Approved release of RFP for 180 E Wausau Avenue, pending staff clarification on exterior aesthetics (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to East Riverfront Declaration (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Riverlife Condo Agreement (5-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will hear presentations from six engineering firms on PFAS treatment and removal, then enter closed session to consider their qualifications. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on increasing homeowner-side lead line funding, a rain barrel MOU with Rain Water Solutions, and several sole-source purchases.

• Presentations from CDM Smith, Wood, Shannon & Wilson, Tetra Tech, Geosyntec, AECOM on PFAS treatment
• Possible action on increasing funding for homeowner-side lead line services
• Possible action on MOU with Rain Water Solutions for rain barrel sales
• Sole source purchase of polymer for gravity belt thickener and belt filter press
• Sole source purchase of emergency bypass pump system

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved increasing homeowner reimbursements for lead line services from $3,000 to $4,000 and from $5,000 to $6,000, and voted to suspend the Northwoods Mist bottling program. The commission also approved a sole source purchase for polymer and an emergency bypass pump system, and consented to terminate a 1979 redevelopment agreement. No action was taken on PFAS treatment firm selection, which was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 1 & 8, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved rain barrel program with Rain Water Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
• Increased lead line homeowner reimbursement from $3,000 to $4,000 and $5,000 to $6,000 (5-0)
• Suspended Northwoods Mist bottling program (5-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of polymer for gravity belt thickener and belt filter press (5-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of emergency bypass pump system (5-0)
• Approved termination of 1979 redevelopment agreement with Wausau Joint Venture (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss updating the city's outdoor recreation plan and leasing two parks to the City of Schofield. The meeting also includes an update on the Urban Forestry/Emerald Ash Borer Plan and various park maintenance reports.

• Agreement with MSA Professional Services to update the 2017-2021 City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Lease for Radtke Point Park and Grace Park with the City of Schofield
• Update of the Urban Forestry/Emerald Ash Borer Plan
• Riverside Park Remediation Update
• Dog Park Committee Update

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved an agreement with MSA Professional Services to update the City's Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for 2022-2026, replacing the 2017-2021 plan. The committee also recommended City Council authorize lease renewals for Radtke Point Park and Grace Park with the City of Schofield. Both actions passed unanimously 5-0. The meeting included an introduction of the new City Forester and updates on park maintenance and the Emerald Ash Borer plan.

• Approved agreement with MSA Professional Services to update Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for 2022-2026 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize lease execution for Radtke Point Park and Grace Park with City of Schofield (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will open and make recommendations on bids for 2022 street and paving projects. The board will also review qualifications for PFAS drinking water treatment and storm sewer materials.

• 2022 Street Construction Project B: 4th Ave from Bridge Street to Knox Street and 4th Street from McClellan Street to Scott Street
• 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A
• Request for Qualifications for PFAS Treatment and Removal from Drinking Water
• Final payment for Janke General Contractors regarding the 2020 Wausau Riverwalk Project
• Portland Cement Concrete Licenses for Revi Design, LLC and S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc.

The Board of Public Works awarded the 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A contract to American Asphalt of WI for $307,837.65. Bids for the 2022 Street Construction Project B were opened but no award was made; staff will review and bring back a recommendation. The board also approved final payment for the Riverwalk project, approved two concrete licenses, and acted on several claims.

• Awarded 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A to American Asphalt of WI for $307,837.65 (2-0)
• Approved final payment of $5,000 to Janke General Contractors for 2020 Riverwalk Project (2-0)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete Licenses for Revi Design, LLC and S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved bidders for 2022 Riverwalk Trail Project: Haas Sons Inc., Pember Companies Inc., RC Pavers LLC/Ron Christiansen Trucking Inc., Highway Landscapers Inc. (contingent on financial review) (2-0)
• Approved bidders for 2022 Alley Paving Project: American Asphalt of Wisconsin, Haas Sons Inc., RC Pavers LLC/Ron Christiansen Trucking Inc. (2-0)
• Approved subrogated claim of Farmers Insurance for $615.07, withdrawing prior partial approval of $1,141.00 to Kathleen Selby (2-0)
• Denied claims of Diane Stencil ($575.00), Dianne Kowalski ($300.00), and Kiley Berg ($365.00) (2-0)
• Approved claim of Ka Bao Vang for $1,972.52 (2-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider a pay estimate for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project. The board will also review concrete and paving licenses and discuss pre-qualification statements for 2022 street and asphalt projects in a closed session.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #20
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Utility Traffic & Restoration LLC and K. Berens Contracting LLC
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: Utility Traffic & Restoration LLC
• Pre-qualification statements for 2022 Street Construction Project B
• Pre-qualification statements for 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A

The Board of Public Works approved pay estimate #20 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, as recommended by staff. It also approved Portland cement concrete and bituminous concrete paving licenses for two contractors. In closed session, the board approved lists of pre-qualified bidders for the 2022 Street Construction Project B and 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A, then reconvened to act on those items.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 meeting
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project pay estimate #20 (Miron Construction)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Utility Traffic & Restoration LLC and K. Berens Contracting LLC
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Utility Traffic & Restoration LLC
• Convened in closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for 2022 projects
• Reconvened in open session
• Approved 8 bidders for 2022 Street Construction Project B (A-1 Excavating, Dorner, Haas Sons, James Peterson Sons, McCabe Construction, Merrill Gravel, Pember Companies, Switlick & Sons)
• Approved 3 bidders for 2022 Asphalt Paving Project A (American Asphalt of Wisconsin, Merrill Gravel, RC Pavers/Ron Christiansen Trucking)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including airport ground leases, a parklet ordinance, budget modifications for recycling and sidewalk projects, and a ward redistricting ordinance. The agenda also includes consent items and a public comment period.

• Airport ground leases for Keith Mathews and MDB Ventures, LLC
• Ordinance creating Section 12.44.070 for parklet installation
• Budget modifications to fund Recycling Fund Deficit and 2022 sidewalk project
• Renewal of leaf baling equipment contract with Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC
• Ordinance amending city wards and aldermanic districts

The Wausau Common Council adopted an ordinance creating Ward 24 and updating aldermanic districts to comply with state law after the 2020 Census redistricting split Ward 3. The council also approved a consent agenda, a stormwater grant application, a parklet ordinance, and several budget modifications, including funding for seven new buses and a recycling fund deficit. All items passed with 9-10 yes votes and one not voting.

• Adopted ordinance creating Ward 24 and amending aldermanic districts (10-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including airport ground leases, alley vacation, and meal allowance policy (10-0)
• Approved Urban Nonpoint Source and Stormwater Management Construction Grant application (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance creating Section 12.44.070 Installation of Parklets (9-1)
• Approved 2021 budget modification to fund Recycling Fund Deficit (10-0)
• Approved 2022 budget modification to fund sidewalk project (10-0)
• Approved renewal of leaf baling equipment contract with Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC (9-1)
• Approved budget modification for purchase of seven buses through VW Grant and Transit Reserves (10-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on multiple items, including American Rescue Plan Act grant requests, amendments to airport agreements, a paid internship program, and budget modifications for bus purchases. They will also review the February 2022 General Fund financial report and consider software purchases and tax chargebacks.

• Discussion and possible action on current American Rescue Plan Grant Requests
• Authorizing execution of First Amendment to Airport Management Agreement and related budget modification
• Creating a Paid Internship Program
• Budget modification for purchase of seven buses through VW State of Wisconsin Grant Assistance Program
• Authorization to charge back uncollectible 2020 personal property taxes

The committee approved several budget modifications, including a new paid internship program funded by 2021 carryover and a $10 million standard allowance for ARPA revenue loss. It also renewed airport management agreements and increased certain parking violation fines.

• Approved creating a Paid Internship Program using 2021 carryover (5-0)
• Approved raising default parking violation fines from $10 to $20 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Marathon County, North Central Health Care and Metro Ride (5-0)
• Approved sole source request and amendments for Airport FBO and Management Agreements (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for purchase of seven buses (5-0)
• Approved $10 million Standard Allowance of Revenue Loss for ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Special Assessment software (5-0)
• Approved survey software purchase (4-1)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will review and potentially approve a permanent outdoor beer garden license for The Glass Hat at 1203 N 3rd Street. Members will also discuss and possibly enact a temporary ordinance allowing expanded outdoor seating areas for restaurants and bars during the COVID-19 recovery period. Additional items include license application decisions, rent abatement amendments, and operational reports from the Fire Department and tavern activities.

• Permanent outdoor beer garden license for The Glass Hat, 1203 N 3rd Street (R.E.M.B.S. LLC, Gisela Marks)
• Possible action on temporary ordinance relaxing COVID-19 outdoor seating rules for restaurants/bars (expiring 10/31/2022)
• Consideration of various license applications
• Possible amendment to Section 16.04.037 on rent abatement
• Operations Report from Fire Department (February 2022) and Tavern Activities Report (February 2022)

The Public Health & Safety Committee voted 3-1 to deny an operator's license for Jason Brown, who needed it for his job at a Holiday Gas Station. The committee also approved a permanent outdoor beer garden for The Glass Hat, a temporary COVID-19 ordinance for outdoor seating, and a rent abatement amendment. All other items were routine reports or discussions.

• Denied operator's license for Jason Brown (3-1)
• Approved permanent outdoor beer garden premise amendment for The Glass Hat, 1203 N 3rd Street (4-0)
• Approved temporary ordinance Chapter 5.90 for COVID-19 outdoor seating, expiring October 31, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 16.04.037 rent abatement to correct typo (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a conditional use request by The Salvation Army for offices, chapel, community center, and living accommodations at 110 South 1st Avenue and 110 Alexander Street. The commission will also consider a conditional use for a second drive-thru order board sign at Taco Bell, approve the Riverlife Condos Specific Implementation Plan, a dual post sign, and an alley vacation. These are discussion and possible action items, with decisions expected on most.

• Public hearing and discussion on Salvation Army conditional use for up to 36 men/women and 6 families at 110 S 1st Ave & 110 Alexander St
• Conditional use for Taco Bell second drive-thru order board sign at 1730 N Business Hwy 51
• Approve Specific Implementation Plan for Riverlife Condos at 15 Fulton St (PUD)
• Approve dual post sign at 350 Grand Ave
• Vacate alley north of 410 N 6th Ave between Oak, Cedar, N 6th, N 7th Aves

The Wausau Plan Commission approved the Specific Implementation Plan for Riverlife Condos at 15 Fulton Street with conditions, a conditional use for a second drive-thru order board sign at 1730 North Business Highway 51, a dual post sign at 350 Grand Avenue, and the vacation of an alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue. A conditional use request for a Salvation Army facility at 110 South 1st Avenue & 110 Alexander Street was discussed but not voted on, with staff noting it will return next month for approval.

• Approved Riverlife Condos specific implementation plan at 15 Fulton Street with conditions (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for second drive-thru order board sign at 1730 North Business Highway 51 (6-0)
• Approved dual post sign at 350 Grand Avenue (6-0)
• Approved vacating alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue between Oak, Cedar, 6th and 7th Avenues (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on conditional use for Salvation Army facility at 110 South 1st Avenue & 110 Alexander Street

Common Council

The Common Council is voting to authorize a noncompetitive procurement process for a PFAS removal pilot study and temporary drinking water supplies. This action is in response to a Drinking Water Advisory required by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

• Authorization of $240,375 for professional engineering services and testing for a PFAS removal pilot study
• Authorization of $150,000 for bottled water and countertop filtration for residents
• Use of ARPA Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to finance the $390,375 total cost
• Approval of noncompetitive procurement for Donohue and Associates as the engineer of record

Common Council

The Common Council is considering a resolution to authorize a noncompetitive procurement process for a PFAS removal pilot study and an alternate temporary drinking water supply, funded by Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The item is listed as pending, meaning it may be discussed or voted on at this meeting.

• Resolution 22-0306 authorizing noncompetitive procurement for PFAS removal pilot study
• Establishing Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds eligible use
• Related budget establishment for the PFAS project

The Common Council approved a resolution to bypass the competitive procurement process for a PFAS removal pilot study and temporary drinking water supplies. This action establishes the budget and eligible use of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for these emergency water needs.

• Suspended Rule 12(A) Referral of Resolutions (10-0)
• Approved noncompetitive procurement for PFAS removal pilot study and temporary drinking water supply (10-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review the February HR report and discuss potential changes to perfect attendance leave eligibility. The body will also discuss the timeline for job reclassifications.

• Discussion and possible action on amending Perfect Attendance Leave Eligibility
• Discussion regarding Reclassification Timeline
• Review of February Human Resources Report

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will discuss the creation of a parklet installation ordinance and a stormwater management grant. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of an alley near North 6th Avenue.

• Public hearing on vacating an alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue
• Proposed ordinance Section 12.44.070 for the Installation of Parklets
• Sidewalk encroachment discussion for 628 North 3rd Avenue
• Governmental Responsibility Resolution for an Urban Nonpoint Source and Stormwater Management Construction Grant

The committee approved the vacation of an alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue and a new ordinance for the installation of parklets. It also approved a resolution to apply for a DNR stormwater management grant to reduce phosphorus output.

• Approved vacating and discontinuing alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved ordinance Section 12.44.070 for Installation of Parklets (4-1)
• Approved Governmental Responsibility Resolution for Urban Nonpoint Source and Stormwater Management Construction Grant (5-0)
• Approved February 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and act on several construction-related items, including change orders and pay estimates for wastewater and drinking water treatment facilities. The board will also recommend engineering services for lift station upgrades and projects for sidewalk repairs and street construction.

• Approve Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #16
• Approve Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Change Order #3
• Approve Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #18 & #19
• Recommend Professional Engineering Services for lift station upgrades
• Recommend 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project and 2022 Street Construction Project A

The Board of Public Works approved multiple construction contracts and change orders, including a $1.19M street construction project and a $238,386.80 sidewalk repair project. It also approved change orders for wastewater and drinking water treatment facilities, accepted a proposal for engineering services, and approved a license contingent on legal review.

• Approved minutes of Feb 1, 8, 16, 22 meetings
• Approved Change Order #16 for Wastewater Treatment Facility ($78,799.31)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility ($203,651.18)
• Approved Pay Estimates #18 and #19 for Drinking Water Treatment Facility ($658,690.81 and $727,411.42)
• Accepted Clark Dietz proposal for lift station upgrade engineering services
• Awarded 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project to S.D. Ellenbecker Inc. ($238,386.80)
• Awarded 2022 Street Construction Project A to A-1 Excavating LLC ($1,188,599)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Integrated Construction Solutions, LLC contingent on Attorney's Office review

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on March 8, 2022, to vote on various city business items. The council addressed resolutions regarding a settlement agreement with WDNR, land sales, deed restrictions, and PFAS treatment investigation services. They also reviewed employee handbook amendments, licenses, and a preliminary plat.

• Approved settlement agreement between WDNR and the City of Wausau (Marathon County Case No. 19CV32)
• Rescinded prior land sale resolution #12-0705 for 9500-9600 Innovation Way to Composite Envisions and reversed TIF payments not to exceed $49,000
• Approved PFAS Treatment Investigation and Pilot Testing Scope of Services for the Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Approved Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat
• Approved termination and revision of deed restrictions for 715, 717, 719, 721 and 723 S. 72nd Avenue

The Wausau Common Council approved a budget modification to allocate $150,000 from ARPA funds for bottled water and individual filtration solutions to address temporary water needs. The council also approved the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat (8-3), terminated a planning option agreement with District at Riverlife, LLC (10-0-1), and passed several other resolutions including a settlement with the WDNR and a PFAS treatment pilot study. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $150,000 ARPA budget modification for bottled water and filtration (11-0)
• Approved Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat (8-3)
• Terminated Planning Option Agreement with District at Riverlife, LLC (10-0-1)
• Approved WDNR settlement agreement dismissing contested case and judicial review (11-0)
• Approved ARPA application for PFAS treatment investigation and pilot study (11-0)
• Approved termination of deed restrictions for 715-723 S. 72nd Avenue (11-0)
• Rescinded prior land sale resolution for Composite Envisions (11-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to various committees (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to discuss funding and strategies for PFAS compounds in drinking water. The body will also consider budget modifications for various contracts and city policies.

• PFAS compounds in drinking water rapid response solutions and funding
• Airport Ground Lease execution for MDB Ventures, LLC
• Airport Ground Lease execution for Keith Mathews
• Budget modifications for Leaf Baler, Sidewalk Construction, Bottled Water, and Recycling Fund transfer contracts
• Proposed Paid Internship Program and modifications to meal per diem rates and Professional Development Policy

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Wausau Water Works Commission will meet to discuss funding and strategies for PFAS compounds in drinking water. The body will also consider budget modifications for various contracts and city policies.

• PFAS compounds in drinking water rapid response and long term funding
• Airport Ground Lease execution for MDB Ventures, LLC
• Airport Ground Lease execution for Keith Mathews
• Budget modifications for Leaf Baler, Sidewalk Construction, Bottled Water, and Recycling Fund transfer contracts
• Proposed Paid Internship Program and modifications to meal per diem rates and Professional Development Policy

The Finance Committee approved $150,000 in ARPA funds for immediate PFAS mitigation in the municipal water supply. They also authorized up to $13,200 for shipping PFAS-free bottled water and approved several budget modifications for airport leases and sidewalk construction. A proposed paid internship program was tabled for further review.

• Approved $150,000 ARPA funds for PFAS water mitigation (5-0)
• Approved up to $13,200 for PFAS-free bottled water shipping (4-0)
• Approved Airport Ground Lease for Keith Mathews (4-0)
• Approved Airport Ground Lease for MDB Ventures, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Budget Modification for Sidewalk Construction Contract (4-0)
• Approved Budget Modification for Recycling Fund transfer (4-0)
• Approved Budget Modification for Leaf Baler Contract up to $6,000 (4-0)
• Tabled Paid Internship Program for next meeting

Water Works Commission

The Finance Committee and Water Works Commission are meeting to discuss drinking water solutions for PFAS compounds. The body will also consider several budget modifications and lease executions.

• PFAS compounds in drinking water rapid response solutions and funding
• Airport Ground Lease for MDB Ventures, LLC
• Airport Ground Lease for Keith Mathews
• Budget modifications for Sidewalk Construction, Bottled Water, and Recycling Fund transfer
• Budget modification for Leaf Baler Contract

The Joint Wausau Water Works Commission & Finance Committee allocated $150,000 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for immediate PFAS mitigation, including bottled water and in-home filter devices. The decision was made by the Finance Committee with a 5-0 vote. The commission also discussed longer-term options like a mobile filtration system, but no action was taken on those.

• Allocated $150,000 from ARPA funding for PFAS mitigation via bottled water and filters (5-0)
• Discussed but did not act on mobile filtration system for existing plant
• Discussed but did not act on reverse osmosis filling stations
• Discussed but did not act on bulk purchase of specific filter units

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve Phase 2.1 of the Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements, a staffing restructuring from 0.75 to 1.0 FTE for a Recreation Coordinator role, and a review of park facility roofing color and material standards. The committee will also receive updates on Riverside Park remediation and conditions at the former Rosemurgy site near Two Hearts Dog Park.

• Approve Phase 2.1 of Sylvan Hill Bike Park Improvements
• Restructure 0.75 FTE Motorized Recreation Coordinator to 1.0 FTE Recreation Coordinator
• Discuss Park Facility Roofing Color and Material standards
• Receive Riverside Park Remediation Update
• Review Conditions of Former Rosemurgy Site adjacent to Two Hearts Dog Park

The committee approved Phase 2.1 of the Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements, allowing a request for proposal to be issued for the work. It also supported restructuring a 0.75 FTE Motorized Recreation Coordinator to a 1.0 FTE Recreation Coordinator, and approved keeping red roofs with staff discretion to use metal roofing where applicable. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Phase 2.1 of Sylvan Hill Bike Park improvements and allowed RFP issuance (5-0)
• Supported restructuring 0.75 FTE Motorized Recreation Coordinator to 1.0 FTE Recreation Coordinator (5-0)
• Approved staying with red roofs and giving staff discretion to use metal roofing where applicable (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will review and possibly approve new deed restrictions, terminate existing restrictions for properties on S. 72nd Avenue, and discuss reversing a 2019 TIF agreement for land at 9500-9600 Innovation Way.

• Approval of new Standard Deed Restrictions
• Termination of deed restrictions for 715, 717, 719, 721, and 723 S. 72nd Avenue
• Update on reversing 2019 TIF payments up to $49,000 for land at 9500-9600 Innovation Way

The committee approved updated standard deed restrictions for the Wausau Business Campus and granted a specific restriction change for a property owner at S. 72nd Avenue. A request for a planning option extension from T. Wall Enterprises was not approved.

• Approved new Standard Deed Restrictions (4-0)
• Approved requested change to deed restrictions for 715-723 S. 72nd Avenue
• Denied planning option extension request from T. Wall Enterprises/District at Riverlife, LLC

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and potentially approve funding for a pilot study to remove PFAS from drinking water, interim remedial options, and a settlement agreement with the Wisconsin DNR. The meeting will also cover utility operations updates, including staffing vacancies and wastewater plant construction.

• Possible action to approve funding for PFAS removal pilot study at new Drinking Water Treatment Facility
• Discussion on interim PFAS remedial options and funding recommendations
• Possible action to approve settlement agreement with Wisconsin DNR (Case No. 19CV32)
• Budget modification discussion for Burek Ave/Campus Drive Water Main Project
• Presentation on temporary and permanent PFAS removal options

The Commission approved funding for a PFAS removal pilot study and adopted a 20 ppt drinking water health recommendation. It also settled a long-standing permit dispute with the WDNR and approved a budget increase for a water main project.

• Approved PFAS removal pilot study funding not to exceed $155,000 with $30,000 task order (4-0)
• Directed staff to prepare RFQ for rapid response short-term and interim PFAS options (4-1)
• Approved settlement agreement with WDNR to dismiss contested case and judicial review (5-0)
• Approved budget modification for Burek Ave/Campus Drive Water Main Project due to $400,000 overage (5-0)
• Adopted 20 ppt health recommendation for drinking water (5-0)
• Approved evaluation of wastewater influent/effluent biosolids and PFAS source investigation (5-0)
• Approved January 4th and February 15th 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will vote on several resolutions, including vacating excess public right-of-way near 17th Avenue and Chellis Street, acquiring the Lincoln Neighborhood Tot Lot, and approving budget modifications for police carpet replacement and the 150th Celebration. The agenda also includes a resolution to authorize soil sampling at Riverlife Lots and a joint resolution to create a temporary part-time deputy assessor position.

• Public hearing and resolution to vacate right-of-way on east side of 17th Avenue, abutting 1607 Chellis St, 1427 Lake St, and part of 1425 Lake St
• Resolution to acquire Lincoln Neighborhood Tot Lot at 822 S. 5th Avenue from Community Development Authority
• Budget modification to carry over 2021 surplus for Police Department carpet replacement
• Budget modification to carry over 2022 surplus for 150th Celebration
• Resolution to exercise repurchase option with 26 & 7 Investments, LLC for property at 8104 Enterprise Drive

The Wausau Common Council approved a resolution authorizing Main Street Wausau, LLC to perform soil sampling at Riverlife Lots 6, 7, & 8, after amending the resolution to clarify the contractor's name. The council also adopted the consent agenda, confirmed mayoral appointments, and approved several budget modifications and other resolutions.

• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, right-of-way vacation resolution, and Lincoln Neighborhood Tot Lot acquisition (11-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to BID Board, Citizens Advisory Committee, Liberation and Freedom Committee, and Sustainability Commission (11-0)
• Approved 2022 budget modification for police department carpet replacement (11-0)
• Approved 2022 budget modification for 150th Celebration (10-1)
• Approved repurchase option exercise for 8104 Enterprise Drive (11-0)
• Approved workers compensation settlement authority to HR Director and City Attorney (11-0)
• Amended and approved soil sampling resolution, clarifying contractor as Main Street Wausau, LLC (amendment 10-1; final 10-1)
• Approved budget modification for HazMat response tractor-trailer (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items including amendments to the employee handbook, applications for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for water PFAS treatment, and the creation of a temporary part-time deputy assessor position. The committee may also vote on rescinding a prior resolution related to land sale and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) payments, as well as purchasing a used hazardous materials response tractor-trailer.

• Amending Employee Handbook 4.07 – Protected Service Employees
• ARPA funds for Water PFAS Treatment Investigation and Pilot Bench Testing with budget amendment
• Creating a Temporary Part-Time Deputy Assessor Position
• Purchase of a used Hazardous Materials Team response tractor-trailer
• Rescinding prior resolution #12-0705 on land sale at 9500-9600 Innovation Way and reversing TIF payments up to $49,000 for 2 years

The committee approved the purchase of a used hazardous materials tractor-trailer and an ARPA-funded pilot study for PFAS water treatment. Members also rescinded a land sale agreement for the Wausau Business Campus and approved an ARPA rating matrix.

• Approved purchase of used HazMat tractor-trailer for $125,000 (5-0)
• Rescinded resolution #12-0705 regarding land sale at 9500-9600 Innovation Way (5-0)
• Approved ARPA rating matrix (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Employee Handbook 4.07 regarding training reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved creation of temporary part-time Deputy Assessor position (5-0)
• Approved ARPA fund application for Water PFAS Treatment Investigation and Pilot Bench Testing (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 2/08/22 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled authorization for Flash Vote community surveys

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will open bids and proposals for engineering services, landscape maintenance, and the 2022 street construction project on Bugbee Avenue, Burek Avenue, and Campus Drive. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on claims, then reconvene to act on those items if needed.

• Open requests for professional engineering services for lift station upgrade bid specs and plans
• Open proposals and make recommendations for landscape maintenance services
• Open bids for 2022 Street Construction Project A: Bugbee Ave from Burek Ave to east termini, Burek Ave from Campus Drive to Bugbee Ave, Campus Drive from Cherry Street to Burek Ave
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) to deliberate on claims

The Board of Public Works accepted a landscape maintenance proposal from Baumann Landscaping for $62,023.50, contingent on review of unit prices. Bids for the 2022 Street Construction Project A were received but tabled for staff review. The board also approved a $432.42 claim from Wausau Mobility and denied a $3,708.16 claim from Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co.

• Accepted Baumann Landscaping proposal for $62,023.50 (motion passed)
• Tabled 2022 Street Construction Project A bids for staff review
• Approved Wausau Mobility claim for $432.42 (motion passed)
• Denied Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co. claim for $3,708.16 (motion passed)

Committee of the Whole

The Wausau Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a presentation and discussion regarding Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the city water. The committee will also discuss short-term PFAS removal options. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation and discussion on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalklyl (PFAS) in City Water
• Discussion on Short Term PFAS Removal Options

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to review license applications and discuss potential changes to the city's rabies control code. The body will also receive operational reports from the Fire Department and regarding tavern activities.

• Approval or denial of various license applications
• Possible action on amending Section 8.08.160 Rabies control
• January 2022 Fire Department Operations Report
• Tavern Activities Report for January 2022

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several license applications and an amendment to the rabies control ordinance. The committee also received operational reports from the Fire Department and the Tavern Activities Report.

• Approved minutes from 1/17/22 meeting (5-0)
• Approved license applications as recommended (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 8.08.160 Rabies control (5-0)

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee will discuss drafting a resolution to recommend reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The meeting includes a presentation on hospital sustainability and discussions on electrification and climate change reports.

• Discussion to draft a resolution recommending the reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Presentation by Sid Sczygelski of Aspirus Hospital on sustainability efforts
• Discussion of 'From Homes to Cars, It’s Now Time to Electrify Everything' article
• Discussion of 'Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts 2021 Report'

The committee discussed drafting a resolution recommending the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, agreeing to reference the Environmental Justice resolution, the WICCI report, and the City mission statement. No formal resolution was adopted; the draft will be refined at the next meeting. The meeting also included presentations on Aspirus's sustainability efforts and electrification, plus a discussion on future agenda items.

• Approved minutes of January 27, 2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed drafting greenhouse gas reduction resolution, no vote taken
• Agreed to continue GHG resolution discussion at next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and development plan amendments. Items include a large-scale medical facility, rezoning for mixed-use development, and expansion of indoor storage facilities.

• Conditional use for large-scale medical facility at 3701–3901 Stewart Avenue
• Rezoning 201 Devoe Street from LI to UMU zoning
• Rezoning 2101–2105 Grand Avenue to PUD and approving 32-unit apartment buildings
• Conditional use for wireless telecommunication facility at 221 Scott Street
• Amending General Development Plan for indoor storage expansion at 200 South 17th & 18th Avenue

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use for a second drive-thru lane at the Taco Bell on North Business Highway 51, review the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for the former Wausau Center Mall site, and discuss designating John Marshall School as a historic landmark. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine items.

• Conditional use for second drive-thru lane at 1730 North Business Highway 51 (Taco Bell)
• Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for former Wausau Center Mall site
• Historic landmark designation for John Marshall School (1918 Lamont Street)
• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting

The Plan Commission voted 4-3 to table the historic landmark designation for John Marshall School (1918 Lamont Street) for six months, allowing the Wausau School Board time to evaluate the building. The commission also approved the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for the former Wausau Center Mall site unanimously 6-0. A conditional use request for a second drive-thru order board sign at 1730 North Business Highway 51 was discussed but action was deferred to the next meeting.

• Tabled John Marshall School historic landmark designation for 6 months (4-3)
• Approved Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for former Wausau Center Mall site (6-0)
• Approved minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Deferred action on conditional use for drive-thru sign at 1730 N Business Hwy 51

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to open bids and make a recommendation for the 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Street Construction Project A before potentially reconvening in open session to take action.

• Open bids and make recommendation for the 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project
• Closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Street Construction Project A

The Board of Public Works opened bids for the 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, with S.D. Ellenbecker Inc. submitting the lowest bid at $238,386.80, but staff will review bids and bring a recommendation to a future meeting. The board convened in closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Street Construction Project A, then reconvened in open session and approved nine bidders for that project. The meeting adjourned after the approvals.

• Opened bids for 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project; S.D. Ellenbecker Inc. lowest at $238,386.80, recommendation deferred
• Approved 9 bidders for 2022 Street Construction Project A: Dorner Inc., McCabe Construction, A-1 Excavating Inc., Janke General Contractors, Francis Melvin Inc., Haas Sons Inc., Switlick & Sons Inc., Merrill Gravel & Construction Co., Pember Companies Inc. (motion passed)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss PFAS contamination in the city's water supply and possible short-term removal options. The commission will hear a presentation on PFAS and may take action on removal strategies. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Presentation and discussion on PFAS in city water
• Discussion and possible action on short-term PFAS removal options
• Public comment period for agenda items

The Commission approved a pilot program to test PFAS removal media and directed staff to evaluate operational changes and residential filtration options. Staff will also survey engineering firms and agencies for PFAS solutions. These actions follow reports that six city wells exceed proposed state standards of 20 ppt.

• Approved pilot program to test various media resins and nanoporous solutions (5-0)
• Approved survey of nationwide engineering firms and agencies regarding PFAS (5-0)
• Directed staff to evaluate accelerating plant construction, blending water, or shutting down wells (5-0)
• Directed staff to evaluate point-of-source treatment options for residents and businesses (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on amendments to the employee handbook regarding repayment commitments for protected service employees, creation of a paid internship program, and granting settlement authority for worker’s compensation claims. The meeting will also review the January HR report and consider scheduling future meetings.

• Amend Employee Handbook 4.07 – Protected Service Employees Repayment Commitment
• Create a Paid Internship Program
• Grant Settlement Authority for Worker’s Compensation Claims

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council met on July 12, 2022, to vote on various city resolutions, ordinances, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded projects. Key decisions included approving multiple budget modifications, development agreements, and a wage adjustment for non-represented employees. Several items were also placed on file or left pending.

• Approved a public hearing to realign 28th Avenue from Hilltop Avenue to West Wausau Avenue
• Approved a General Development Plan amendment for an institutional residential facility at 111 North Bellis Street
• Approved the Fifth Amendment to the Development Agreement with Entrepreneurial and Education Center Inc.
• Approved ARPA Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund budgets for Community Partners Campus, Wastewater Screening Improvements, Stormwater Lift Station Rehabilitation, and Homebuyer Education
• Approved rezoning 520 North 1st Avenue from TF-10 Two Flat Residential-10 to UMU Urban Mixed-Use

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee will consider a preliminary resolution to hold a public hearing on vacating excess right-of-way near 17th Avenue and Chellis/Lake Streets, and discuss the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for the former Wausau Center Mall site. They will also approve minutes from the January 13 meeting.

• Vacate excess right-of-way east of 17th Avenue, abutting 1607 Chellis Street and 1427/1425 Lake Street
• Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat (former Wausau Center Mall site)
• Approval of January 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat for the former Wausau Center Mall site, with a 3-2 vote. It also approved moving forward with a public hearing to vacate excess right-of-way on 17th Avenue for a townhome development. Minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved 4-0-1.

• Approved Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat (3-2)
• Approved public hearing for right-of-way vacation on 17th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting (4-0-1)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including opening bids for the 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project, reviewing a pay estimate for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project, and issuing a Portland Cement Concrete License. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project, then possibly reconvene to act on those items.

• Open bids and make recommendation for 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #19
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Lewis Construction Inc.
• Closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project

The Board of Public Works awarded the 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project to the low bidder, CPR Inc., for $244,800, contingent upon staff review. It also approved Pay Estimate #19 for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project in the amount of $1,434,896.97 and approved a Portland Cement Concrete License for Lewis Construction Inc. The board convened in closed session to consider pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project and later approved bidders for that project.

• Awarded 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project to CPR Inc. for $244,800 (motion passed)
• Approved Pay Estimate #19 for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project for $1,434,896.97 (motion passed)
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Lewis Construction Inc. (motion passed)
• Convened in closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project (motion passed)
• Approved bidders for 2022 Sidewalk Repair Project: SD Ellenbecker Inc., Pember Companies Inc., Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC (motion passed)

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including approving economic development policies for CDBG lending with MCDEVCO, Inc., acquiring 106 E. Wausau Avenue (Divepoint), amending board composition rules, and filling an Ethics Board vacancy. The agenda also includes consent items, license approvals, and closed sessions for legal strategy in two lawsuits.

• Resolution approving economic development policies for CDBG lending between City and MCDEVCO, Inc. (approved 4-1)
• Resolution approving acquisition of 106 E. Wausau Avenue (Divepoint) — pending
• Ordinance amending Section 2.03.040(a) on board alternates — pending
• Mayor's appointment to fill Ethics Board vacancy
• Closed sessions for litigation strategy in Marathon County Cases 20CV600 and 21CV417

The Wausau Common Council approved a $25,000 settlement for Marathon County Case No. 20CV600 (JLB) and a separate settlement with North Shore Health Care, Inc. for property tax challenges (Case No. 20CV570). The council also approved the acquisition of 106 E. Wausau Avenue (Divepoint) as amended, established a discretionary performance incentive budget, and amended the Ethics Board ordinance to allow alternate appointments.

• Approved $25,000 settlement for Case No. 20CV600 (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved settlement with North Shore Health Care for tax years 2020-2021 (9-0, 2 not voting)
• Approved acquisition of 106 E. Wausau Avenue (Divepoint) as amended (8-2)
• Approved discretionary performance incentive budget (9-1)
• Amended Ethics Board ordinance to add 'ethics' and stagger alternate terms (10-0)
• Confirmed Kay Palmer as Alternate #1 to Ethics Board (10-0)
• Approved Economic Development policies for CDBG lending with MCDEVCO (9-1)
• Approved consent agenda items including licenses (10-0)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including land acquisitions for the 72nd Avenue Multiuse Trail Project, a property repurchase, budget modifications, and multiple contracts for yard waste and leaf management. The meeting includes a closed session to deliberate on property appraisals and offering prices.

• Closed session on appraisals/offers for 72nd Avenue Multiuse Trail properties: 7575 Bombardier Court, 7255 Stewart Avenue, 7500 Stewart Avenue, 720 S. 72nd Avenue, 400 S. 72nd Avenue, 400 N. 72nd Avenue
• Discussion/action on acquisition of 106 E. Wausau Avenue (Divepoint)
• Budget modification request of $25,000 seed money for Wausau's 150th Anniversary
• Repurchase of 8104 Enterprise Drive from 26&7 Investments for $25,000
• Renewal of leaf baling contract with Baumann Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC and sole source contracts with Olson Paving, Inc. and Kafka Granite, LLC

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee meets to discuss and possibly act on several items, including supporting the Great Pinery Heritage Waterway Project, kayak launches, and a park dedication requirement for a preliminary plat. They will also review the 2021 year in review and 2022 work plan, plus receive updates on parks and remediation. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action supporting Great Pinery Heritage Waterway Project
• Discussion on kayak launches within the city
• Discussion and possible action on park dedication requirement for Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat
• Review of 2021 year in review and 2022 work plan
• Updates on Riverside Park remediation and former Rosemurgy site

The Parks and Recreation Committee voted 4-1 to accept park fees in lieu of park land for the Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat, with Kilian dissenting due to concerns about updated plat materials. The committee also unanimously directed Director Polley to write a letter of support for the Great Pinery Heritage Waterway Project, which would install historical and mapping signage at existing boat launches. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions or updates.

• Approved park fees in lieu of park land for Alexander Davis Preliminary Plat (4-1)
• Directed Polley to write support letter for Great Pinery Heritage Waterway signage (5-0)
• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a joint resolution to approve a relocation order for establishing a multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive. The council will also vote on an ordinance amending the standing rules regarding quorum and absence of members. Both items are on the agenda for action.

• Joint resolution approving relocation order for multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2.16, Standing Rules of the Common Council (Rule 2 – Quorum Required, Rule 4 – Absence of Members)

At a special meeting on February 1, 2022, the Wausau Common Council adopted a joint resolution of the Capital Improvement & Street Maintenance and Plan Commission approving a relocation order for a multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive, on an 11-0 vote. The council also suspended Rule 12(A) on referral of resolutions (10-1) and adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 2.16 standing rules on quorum and absence of members (10-1). Alderperson Debra Ryan cast the lone no vote on both the rule suspension and the ordinance amendment. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Adopted Joint Resolution approving relocation order for multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive (11-0)
• Suspended Rule 12(A) Referral of Resolutions (10-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 2.16 Standing Rules, Rule 2 – Quorum Required and Rule 4 – Absence of Members (10-1)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider approving policies and procedures between the City of Wausau and MCDEVCO, Inc., hear a presentation on the Wausome campaign, and receive an update on the 2022 marketing plan. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with possible action on the MCDEVCO agreement.

• Discussion and possible action on Economic Development Policies and Procedures between City of Wausau and MCDEVCO, Inc.
• Presentation by Elizabeth Knight of Aplomb on Wausome campaign
• Update on 2022 marketing plan

The Economic Development Committee approved revised Economic Development Policies and Procedures between the City of Wausau and MCDEVCO, Inc., on a 4-1 vote with Tom Kilian dissenting. The committee also received a presentation on the Wausome marketing campaign and an update on a proposed 2022 marketing plan that would invest $20,000 annually in a Community Foundation fund, with final approval scheduled for the Finance Committee on 2/8/22. The minutes from 1/4/2022 were approved 5-0, and the meeting adjourned 5-0.

• Approved minutes from 1/4/2022 (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development Policies and Procedures between City of Wausau and MCDEVCO, Inc. (4-1, Kilian dissenting)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider routine items including approving prior minutes, opening bids for the 2022 Pavement Marking Project, and making recommendations on a corrosion control study and contractor licenses. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project, then reconvene to act if needed.

• Open bids and recommend for 2022 Pavement Marking Project
• Recommendation for Demonstrative Corrosion Control Treatment Study (proposals opened Dec 14, 2021)
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC and Zilisch Asphalt, LLC
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: Zilisch Asphalt, LLC
• Closed session on pre-qualification statements for 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project

The Board of Public Works approved minutes from January 25, 2022, and opened three bids for the 2022 Pavement Marking Project, awarding it to the lowest bidder, Brickline Inc., at $79,622.69. The board also approved Portland cement concrete licenses for Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC and Zilisch Asphalt, LLC, and a bituminous concrete paving license for Zilisch Asphalt, LLC. A recommendation on the Demonstrative Corrosion Control Treatment Study was delayed because a member was awaiting cost information for a scope revision. After a closed session, the board approved Norcon Corporation, CPR, Inc., and Cornerstone Pavers LLC as bidders for the 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project.

• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2022 meeting
• Awarded 2022 Pavement Marking Project to Brickline Inc. for $79,622.69
• Tabled recommendation on Demonstrative Corrosion Control Treatment Study pending cost information for a scope revision
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete licenses for Creative Design Concrete & Masonry LLC and Zilisch Asphalt, LLC
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving license for Zilisch Asphalt, LLC
• Convened in closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(d) for 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project pre-qualification statements
• Reconvened in open session
• Approved bidders Norcon Corporation, CPR, Inc., and Cornerstone Pavers LLC for the 2022 Concrete Pavement Repair Project

Common Council

At a special meeting on February 1, 2022, the Wausau Common Council adopted a joint resolution approving a relocation order to establish a multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive, passing 11-0. The council also voted 10-1 to suspend Rule 12(A) on referral of resolutions, and adopted 10-1 an ordinance amending Chapter 2.16 standing rules on quorum and absence of members. Alderperson Debra Ryan cast the lone no vote on both the rule suspension and the ordinance amendment. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Adopted joint resolution approving relocation order for multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive (11-0)
• Suspended Rule 12(A) Referral of Resolutions (10-1, Ryan no)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 2.16 Standing Rules Rule 2 (Quorum Required) and Rule 4 (Absence of Members) (10-1, Ryan no)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m.

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council is meeting to act on a consent agenda covering infrastructure projects, easements, a towing contract, and a zoning ordinance. Most items were already approved by committees and are expected to pass. Two items are pending: a CDI grant application for the Children's Imaginarium and an amendment to the Riverlife Wausau development agreement.

• 2022 Alley Pavement Project and 2022 Street Reconstruction Projects — authorization to let bids
• Towing Services Agreement with Joe Rader Towing LLC
• Ordinance amending Section 23.06.06 off-street parking and traffic circulation
• Multiuse trail relocation order along 72nd Avenue from Packer Drive to International Drive
• CDI grant application through WEDC for the Children's Imaginarium (pending)

The Wausau Common Council approved a consent agenda of routine items and several resolutions, but tabled a relocation order for a multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue after an alderperson raised concerns about eminent domain. The council also approved a CDI grant application for the Children's Imaginarium, amendments to a development agreement with Riverlife Wausau LLC, and a workers' compensation settlement. A proclamation for World Migratory Bird Day was noted, and a presentation from the Liberation and Freedom Committee was received.

• Adopted consent agenda (11-0), including minutes, easements, alley vacations, 2022 pavement and street projects, towing agreement, parking ordinance, and Transit Equity Day
• Tabled relocation order for multiuse trail along 72nd Avenue to next meeting for staff clarification and city attorney oversight (11-0)
• Confirmed mayoral reappointment of Robb Shepherd to Business Improvement District Board (11-0)
• Approved creation of Assessor's Plat for 901 Townline Road, 1309 Torney Avenue, 1315 Torney Avenue, and 1321 Torney Avenue (11-0)
• Suspended Rule 6(B) Filing (10-1, Ryan no)
• Approved CDI grant application through WEDC for Children's Imaginarium (9-2, Kilian and Ryan no)
• Approved second amendment to development agreement and mortgage amendments with Riverlife Wausau LLC – Phase I (11-0)
• Convened in closed session for worker's compensation settlement (11-0); reconvened and approved settlement agreement (9-0, 2 not voting: Peckham and Ryan)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including the November 2021 General Fund report, amendments to a development agreement with Riverlife Wausau LLC, a budget for discretionary performance incentives, a CDI grant application for the Children's Imaginarium, and a carryover request for Stone Mill Building funding. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• November 2021 General Fund financial report
• Second Amendment to Development Agreement, Second Amendment to Real Estate Mortgage and First Amendment to Real Estate Mortgage Subordination Agreement – Riverlife Wausau LLC – Phase I
• Budget for Discretionary Performance Incentives
• Application for CDI grant through WEDC for the Children’s Imaginarium
• Carryover request for funding of the Stone Mill Building

The Wausau Finance Committee approved previous meeting minutes, agreement amendments for Riverlife Wausau LLC Phase I, a CDI grant application for the Children's Imaginarium, and a budget for Discretionary Performance Incentives, all with 4-1 votes with Ryan dissenting. The committee also unanimously approved a funding carryover request for engineering and design of the Stone Mill Building and reviewed the November 2021 General Fund financial report.

• Approved minutes of 11/09/21, 11/23/21, & 1/11/22 (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Development Agreement, Mortgage, and Subordination Agreement for Riverlife Wausau LLC - Phase I (4-1)
• Approved application for CDI grant through WEDC for the Children’s Imaginarium (4-1)
• Approved budget for Discretionary Performance Incentives (4-1)
• Approved carryover request for funding of the Stone Mill Building (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several construction-related items, including change orders and pay estimates for wastewater and drinking water treatment facilities, a street construction project, and a recommendation for the Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon Project. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on pre-qualification statements for the 2022 Pavement Marking Project, then reconvene to act on those items if needed.

• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #15
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #16 & #17
• Recommendation for Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon Project (RFQs opened Jan 10, 2022)
• 2021 Street Construction Project A: Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC, Pay Estimate #4
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: American Asphalt of Wisconsin

The Board approved multiple construction payments and project contracts, including a $2.2 million set-off for defective work at the Drinking Water Treatment Facility. The Board also selected an engineer for the Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon Project and pre-qualified bidders for the 2022 Pavement Marking Project.

• Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved $98,600.13 change order for Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approved Pay Estimates #16 & #17 with $2.2M set-off for defective work
• Selected Becher Hoppe for Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon Project
• Approved $144,050.37 payment for 2021 Street Construction Project A
• Approved bituminous concrete paving license for American Asphalt of Wisconsin
• Pre-qualified Brickline Inc. and Century Fence Co. for 2022 Pavement Marking Project

Plan Commission

The Wausau Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a distribution center at 9913/9915 Innovation Way in a Medium Industrial zoning district. They will also discuss vacating an unpaved alley and a relocation order for the 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail project. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine items.

• Conditional use for distribution center at 9913/9915 Innovation Way
• Vacating unpaved alley bounded by Bertha Street, Lake View Drive, Mount View Boulevard, Elmwood Boulevard
• Relocation Order for 72nd Avenue, Business Campus Trail Project

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use at 9913 / 9915 Innovation Way for a distribution center in a Medium Industrial zoning district, with conditions on landscaping and parking. It also approved vacating and discontinuing an unpaved alley bounded by Bertha Street, Lake View Drive, Mount View Boulevard and Elmwood Boulevard, and approved a relocation order for the 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail Project. All three votes were unanimous 7-0 by roll-call vote, and the meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved conditional use at 9913 / 9915 Innovation Way for a distribution center in a MI, Medium Industrial Zoning District, with conditions that activity areas cannot be within landscaping, buffer yard or green space areas and a minimum of one parking space per employee on the largest work shift (7-0)
• Approved vacating and discontinuing the unpaved alley bounded by Bertha Street, Lake View Drive, Mount View Boulevard and Elmwood Boulevard (7-0)
• Approved the relocation order for the 72nd Avenue, Business Campus Trail Project (7-0)
• Approved the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:10 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss possible liquidated damages for the 2021 Street Construction Project A on 3rd Avenue, and consider two asphalt paving licenses for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on claims, then reconvene to act on those items if needed.

• Liquidated damages discussion for 2021 Street Construction Project A - 3rd Avenue from Randolph Street to Bos Creek Drive
• Portland Cement Concrete License: Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC
• Bituminous Concrete Paving License: Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) for claims deliberation
• Minutes approval for January 5 and January 10, 2022 meetings

The Board of Public Works approved withholding $62,000 in liquidated damages from Jake's Excavating and Landscaping for finishing 2021 Street Construction Project A (3rd Avenue from Randolph Street to Bos Creek Drive) past its contract completion date, plus $258.34 and $577.28 for two instances where City crews had to do work on the project. The board also approved two licenses for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC and acted on four claims after a closed session. All motions passed by voice vote with two members present.

• Approved $62,000 in liquidated damages plus $258.34 and $577.28 in additional City costs to be deducted from Jake's Excavating's next pay request
• Approved Portland Cement Concrete License for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC
• Approved Bituminous Concrete Paving License for Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC
• Approved claim of Pam Obst for $456.00
• Denied claim of Mark Blaubach for $332.30
• Approved claim of Laverne Mosher for $2,698.90
• Partially approved claim of Kathleen Selby, approving $1,141.00 of the original $2,282.00 claim
• Approved minutes of the January 5 and January 10, 2022 meetings

Sustainability, Energy & Environment Committee

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee will hold a work session to draft a possible resolution recommending the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. They will also receive an update on the Betterbin app, including 2021 citywide recycling data and app usage, and discuss future agenda items. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Work session to draft resolution on reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• Betterbin app update with 2021 recycling data and usage report
• Approve minutes from September 22, 2021 and October 28, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period (5 minutes)

The Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee approved minutes from its September 22 and October 28, 2021 meetings and heard a one-year update on the Betterbin recycling app. In a work session, the committee discussed a possible resolution recommending reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and asked staff to bring back a draft resolution focused mainly on "whereas" statements, with further discussion on targets to follow. No resolution was adopted and no emission targets were set. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft a greenhouse gas reduction resolution with "whereas" statements; targets deferred to later discussion
• Adjourned (unanimous)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider license applications, a rent abatement request for 509 W. Knox Street, and receive operations reports from the Fire and Police Departments. The rent abatement involves a closed session deliberation, with results announced in open session. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and communications.

• Rent abatement request for 509 W. Knox Street (tenant Daniel R. Hempe II, landlord Your Neighbor Realty)
• License application approvals/denials
• Fire Department operations report for December 2021
• 4th Quarter PD Operations Report / Tavern Activities Report (Dec 1-31, 2021)
• Closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) for rent abatement case

The committee approved staff recommendations for license applications, which included denying an Operator’s License for Reba Matelski. Following a hearing and closed session, the committee found tenant Daniel R. Hempe II eligible for rent abatement for violations at 509 W. Knox Street. The committee also reviewed plans for the Wings Over Wausau Airshow and received operations reports from the Fire and Police Departments.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)
• Approved/denied license applications as recommended by staff (5-0)
• Denied Operator’s License for Reba Matelski
• Found tenant eligible for rent abatement at 509 W. Knox Street
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Infrastructure & Facilities Committee

The Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee is meeting to discuss and take possible action on several infrastructure items, including easements for sewer and water lines, vacating alleys, creating an assessor's plat, and recommending 2022 street reconstruction and alley paving projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on an alley vacation and an assessor's plat, plus discussion of a relocation order and a possible amendment to off-street parking rules.

• Easements with Academic Enterprise LLC for sanitary sewer, forcemain, and watermain at 3400 McIntosh Street, 3455 Franklin Street, and 3800 McIntosh Street
• Public hearing and possible action to vacate unpaved alley bounded by Bertha Street, Lake View Drive, Mount View Boulevard, and Elmwood Boulevard
• Public hearing and possible action on creation of Assessor's Plat for 901 Townline Road, 1309, 1315, and 1321 Torney Avenue
• Recommendations on 2022 Street Reconstruction Projects and 2022 Alley Paving Projects
• Possible action on Relocation Order for 72nd Avenue, Business Campus Trail Project and amending Section 23.06.06 Off-street parking and traffic circulation

The committee approved several infrastructure projects for 2022, including street reconstructions and alley paving. Members also voted to vacate two alleys and approved a new Assessor's Plat to correct property lines for four addresses.

• Approved 2022 Street Reconstruction for Bugbee Avenue, 4th Street, and 4th Avenue (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Alley Paving Project for alley bounded by Cedar, Spruce, 9th, and 10th (4-0)
• Approved vacating alley north of 410 North 6th Avenue (4-0)
• Approved vacating alley bounded by Bertha St, Lake View Dr, Mount View Blvd, and Elmwood Blvd (4-0)
• Approved Assessor’s Plat for 901 Townline Rd, 1309, 1315, and 1321 Torney Ave (4-0)
• Approved Relocation Order for 72nd Avenue Business Campus Trail Project (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 23.06.06 to allow gravel parking for airport hangar owners (4-0)
• Approved easements with Academic Enterprise LLC for sewer and watermains (4-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and possibly act on several items, including funding for private lead service lines in 2021, amending city code Chapter 13 related to sewer rates, and implementing a policy manual for sewer rate establishment. The commission will also consider a contract with Vergent Power Solutions to maintain micro-turbines at the wastewater plant, and receive a director's report on utility operations covering lead and copper rule revisions, PFAS sampling, and other updates.

• Discussion and possible action on private lead service line funding for 2021
• Discussion and possible action on amendment of WMC Ch13 related to sewer rates
• Discussion and possible action on implementation of Policy 301 – Review and Establishment of Sewer Rates
• Discussion and possible action on proposed Vergent Power Solutions contract to maintain micro-turbines at wastewater plant
• Director's report includes 2020 Sanitary Survey, DWTF update, and effluent PFAS samples

Common Council

The Wausau Common Council will consider several items, including a parking ordinance for Fulton and Strowbridge streets, agreements related to Riverlife development, a property sale to Badger Liquor, and a FEMA grant application for nine additional firefighters. The agenda also includes pending rule changes and a mayoral appointment.

• Ordinance to restrict parking on Fulton Street (south side, 49 ft west of 7th St; both sides, 100 ft east of 6th St) and south side of Strowbridge St between N 1st and N 2nd Ave
• Resolution approving planning option agreement with Main Street Wausau LLC for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, 8
• Resolution approving first amendment to development agreement with Riverlife Condos, LLC
• Resolution approving sale of 9913/9915 Innovation Way to Badger Liquor Co. Inc.
• Resolution authorizing FEMA SAFER grant application for 9 additional firefighters/paramedics

The Wausau Common Council approved ordinances allowing remote meeting attendance for members and public dial-in access, both with a sunset date of April 19, 2022. The Council also authorized a planning option agreement for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8, an amendment to the Riverlife Condos development agreement, and the sale of property to Badger Liquor Co. Inc. Additionally, the Council approved a grant application for the Wausau Fire Department to hire nine firefighters/paramedics.

• Approved parking restrictions on Fulton and Strowbridge Streets (8-0)
• Approved planning option for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8 (7-1)
• Approved amendment to Riverlife Condos development agreement (7-1)
• Approved sale of 9913/9915 Innovation Way to Badger Liquor Co. Inc. (8-0)
• Approved remote meeting attendance rules with April 19 sunset (8-0)
• Approved public dial-in access with public comment option (8-0)
• Authorized SAFER grant application for 9 firefighters/paramedics (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance and Human Resources Committees are meeting jointly. The only substantive item is a closed session to consider a worker's compensation settlement between the City of Wausau and an employee, along with legal advice on litigation strategy. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering meeting logistics and adjournment.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) and (g) to discuss a worker's compensation settlement with a city employee
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy

The joint Finance and Human Resources Committees met on January 11, 2022, and convened in closed session to consider a worker's compensation settlement between the City of Wausau and an employee. Both committees then reconvened in open session and approved the settlement as negotiated by staff, each by a 4-0 vote. No dollar amount or other terms of the settlement are recorded in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 6:27 pm.

• Convened into closed session for worker's compensation settlement (Finance 4-0)
• Convened into closed session for worker's compensation settlement (HR 4-0)
• Approved worker's compensation settlement as negotiated by staff (Finance 4-0)
• Approved worker's compensation settlement as negotiated by staff (HR 4-0)
• Adjourned Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned Human Resources Committee (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including the November 2021 General Fund report, a request to purchase a 2015 Elgin Sweeper, budget modifications for hiring 3 firefighter/paramedics and funding the Remedial Action Options Report for the Riverside Park site, a towing services agreement with Joe Rader Towing, LLC, and a grant application for up to 12 additional firefighters/paramedics. They will also review the City's ARPA request form and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Purchase of 2015 Elgin Sweeper
• Budget modification for 3 firefighter/paramedics
• Budget modification for Remedial Action Options Report at 132 River Street
• Towing Services Agreement with Joe Rader Towing, LLC
• Grant application for up to 12 firefighters/paramedics

The Wausau Finance Committee approved buying a used 2015 Elgin Pelican Dustless Sweeper for $174,000 and hiring 3 additional firefighter/paramedics, with funding sources still to be determined. It also authorized applying for a SAFER Grant to fund up to 12 firefighter/paramedics, approved a towing services agreement with Joe Rader Towing, LLC, and approved a budget modification for the Riverside Park environmental site at 132 River Street. The committee accepted ARPA request forms as presented and deferred the November 2021 General Fund financial report and approval of prior meeting minutes to a future meeting.

• Approved purchase of a used 2015 Elgin Pelican Dustless Sweeper for $174,000 (4-0)
• Approved Towing Services Agreement with Joe Rader Towing, LLC (4-0)
• Approved budget modification to fund the Remedial Action Options Report (RAOR) for the Riverside Park environmental site at 132 River Street (4-0)
• Authorized submission of a SAFER Grant application to fund hiring up to 12 firefighter/paramedics (4-0)
• Accepted ARPA request forms as presented (3-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Approved hiring of 3 additional firefighter/paramedics, contingent on review of 2021 surplus (3-1, Ryan dissenting)
• Deferred approval of 11/09/21 and 11/23/21 meeting minutes to next meeting
• Deferred November 2021 General Fund financial report to next meeting

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including opening a request for qualifications for a sanitary sewer siphon on Washington Street, approving pay estimates for the drinking water and wastewater treatment facility projects, and discussing amendments to the Wausau Center Street design contract. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on claims.

• Open Request for Qualifications - Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #16 & #17
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #14 and Pay Estimate #18
• 2021 Sidewalk Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., Pay Estimate #3
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment 1 and Amendment 2 to contract with Toole Design for Wausau Center Street Design

The Board of Public Works approved Change Order #14 for $178,300.18 and Pay Estimate #18 for $1,637,370.39 on the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project with Miron Construction. It also approved Pay Estimate #3 for $22,392.46 on the 2021 Sidewalk Project with S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., and approved two amendments to the Toole Design contract for Wausau Center Street Design totaling $78,936. Two agenda items were pulled, and a closed session on claims was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved Change Order #14 (Miron Construction, wastewater project) for $178,300.18
• Approved Pay Estimate #18 (Miron Construction, wastewater project) for $1,637,370.39
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 (S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., 2021 Sidewalk Project) for $22,392.46
• Approved Amendment 1 ($47,424) and Amendment 2 ($31,512) to Toole Design contract for Wausau Center Street Design
• Approved minutes of the December 14, 2021 meeting
• Pulled from agenda: Drinking Water Treatment Facility Pay Estimates #16 and #17 (Miron Construction)
• Pulled from agenda: 2021 Street Construction Project A Pay Estimate #4 (Jake's Excavating & Landscaping LLC)
• Pulled from agenda: closed session on claims and any action on closed session items

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold public hearings on the 2022 street construction projects and the 2022 alley paving project. The board may act on these items after hearing public comment.

• Street construction: Bugbee Avenue from Burek Avenue to east termini
• Street construction: 4th Street from McClellan Street to Scott Street
• Street construction: 4th Avenue from Bridge Street to Knox Street
• Alley paving: alley bounded by Cedar Street, Spruce Street, North 9th Avenue, North 10th Avenue

The Board of Public Works held public hearings to gather comments from property owners on special assessments for 2022 street construction and alley paving projects. No decisions were made at this meeting; comments will be forwarded to the Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee for review on January 13, 2022. One resident requested sidewalk removal on Bugbee Avenue, and staff indicated they would not recommend it. Another resident raised traffic concerns on 4th Avenue, which staff noted are typically addressed through traffic calming or enforcement rather than stop signs.

• Public hearing held for 2022 Street Construction Projects (no vote)
• Public hearing held for 2022 Alley Paving Project (no vote)
• Comments forwarded to Capital Improvements and Street Maintenance Committee for Jan 13 review
• Staff indicated no recommendation for sidewalk installation on Bugbee Avenue
• Meeting adjourned

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider three real-estate actions: a planning option agreement with T Wall Enterprises for Riverlife lots, a first amendment to the Riverlife Condos development agreement, and the sale of two Innovation Way parcels to Badger Liquor for a distribution center. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes. All items are listed as possible action items.

• Planning Option Agreement with T Wall Enterprises, LLC for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8
• First Amendment to Riverlife Condos Development Agreement
• Sale of 9913/9915 Innovation Way in Business Campus to Badger Liquor for a distribution center facility
• Approval of minutes from 12/7/2021

The Economic Development Committee approved a Planning Option Agreement with T Wall Enterprises for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, and 8, giving the developer until March 1, 2022 for due diligence. It also approved a First Amendment to the Riverlife Condos Development Agreement that extends commencement and completion dates, adds a $50,000 cleanup grant, and removes the amphitheater from the agreement. Separately, the committee approved the sale of a 4.733-acre city parcel at 9913/9915 Innovation Way to Badger Liquor for $59,162.50. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Planning Option Agreement with T Wall Enterprises for Riverlife Lots 6, 7, 8 (4-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Riverlife Condos Development Agreement, including $50,000 cleanup grant and removal of amphitheater (4-0)
• Approved sale of 9913/9915 Innovation Way to Badger Liquor for $59,162.50 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 12/7/2021 (4-0)
• Adjourned (4-0)

Water Works Commission

The Wausau Water Works Commission will discuss and possibly act on project priority updates for water and wastewater budgets, approve a two-year contract with Hydro Corp, and consider a sole-source purchase of magnesium hydroxide for the wastewater plant. The director's report covers staffing vacancies, lead service line work, and plant construction progress. Staff will also discuss growing concerns about PFAS in drinking water with the WDNR and plan thorough sampling of supply and finished water soon.

• Discussion and possible action on project priority updates for water and wastewater budgets
• Discussion and possible action on approval of another 2-year contract with Hydro Corp
• Discussion and possible action on sole source purchase of magnesium hydroxide chemical for wastewater treatment facility
• Staff discussion on PFAS concerns with WDNR and planned sampling of supply and finished water
• Director's report: lead service line update, vacant positions, and accepted offer to purchase old plant generator

The Wausau Water Works Commission approved the proposed Water and Wastewater budgets, a 2-year cross connection consulting contract with Hydro Corp for $94,464, and a sole source purchase of Magnesium Hydroxide from Midwest Chemical for 3 months. The commission also received a staff discussion on PFAS in drinking water, with no action taken. All votes recorded were 4-0.

• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved proposed Water and Wastewater budgets (4-0)
• Approved 2-year contract with Hydro Corp for cross connection consulting, total $94,464 (4-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of Magnesium Hydroxide from Midwest Chemical for 3 months (4-0)
• PFAS in drinking water: discussion only, no action taken
• Adjourned

Board of Public Works

The Wausau Board of Public Works will consider several infrastructure items, including approving prior meeting minutes, opening a request for qualifications for a sanitary sewer siphon on Washington Street, and reviewing pay estimates and change orders for water and wastewater treatment facility projects. The board will also discuss possible action on amendments to a contract with Toole Design for Wausau Center Street design.

• Open Request for Qualifications - Washington Street Sanitary Sewer Siphon
• Drinking Water Treatment Facility: Miron Construction, Pay Estimate #16 & #17
• Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Project: Miron Construction, Change Order #14
• 2021 Sidewalk Project: S.D. Ellenbecker, Inc., Pay Estimate #3
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment 1 and Amendment 2 to contract with Toole Design for Wausau Center Street Design

No substantive decisions were made during this meeting. All agenda items were withdrawn because a quorum was not present and will be moved to the next agenda.