West Allis public meetings in 2024

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special meeting with a closed session to consider a resolution to file charges against Assistant Chief Jay Scharfenberg and order his suspension pending the outcome. The public may attend but public comment requires advance scheduling. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Closed session: Resolution to approve filing charges against Assistant Chief Jay Scharfenberg and ordering suspension pending disposition of charges

Administrative Appeals Review Board

The Administrative Appeals Review Board will consider two appeals of city-issued dog classification orders: a dangerous dog order for Bucky at 1003 S. 100th St. and a prohibited dog order for Dash at 1942 S. 69th St. The board may deliberate in closed session per Wisconsin statute. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Bucky by Veronica Ortega Ramirez, issued Nov 24, 2024, at 1003 S. 100th St.
• Appeal of Prohibited Dog Order for Dash by Janessa James, issued Dec 4, 2024, at 1942 S. 69th St.
• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will hold closed sessions to interview a police captain candidate and discuss discipline of a police officer. In open session, they will vote on appointing an interim fire chief, approving a service contract with Community Security Solutions for a staffing/10-hour shift study, and accepting the 2024 COSSUP grant. They will also receive various bureau reports and consider a resignation of a probationary firefighter.

• Closed session: Interview for Police Captain position
• Closed session: Discipline of a police officer
• Open session: Approval of appointment of Police Captain (following closed interview)
• Purchase approval: Service contract with Community Security Solutions for department staffing/10-hour shift study (no dollar amount specified)
• Acceptance of 2024 COSSUP grant and appointment of Interim Fire Chief

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council may gather to participate in the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance meeting. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Participation in the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance meeting at West Allis Public Library

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss and potentially act on several items, including annual Tax Increment Financing reports, a proposed donor TIF to close TIF #6 and #13, and a resolution to approve a $8,500 loan for an entertainment venue at 6325 W. National Ave. A key action is a resolution to approve a purchase and sale, development, and public space agreement with Six Points Square LLC for redeveloping the 6400 block of W. Greenfield Ave. The board will also discuss multiple property statuses and redevelopment initiatives.

• Resolution to approve a National Avenue Commercial Corridor Code Compliance Loan up to $8,500 for an entertainment venue at 6325 W. National Ave.
• Resolution to approve Purchase and Sale, Development Agreement, Development Finance Agreement, and Public Space Agreement with Six Points Square LLC for the 6400 block W. Greenfield Ave.
• Discussion on proposed use of donor Tax Incremental Financing to close TIF #6 and TIF #13.
• Discussion on 6901 W. Beloit Rd. for proposed single-family home construction.
• Discussion on status of Makers Row Development and development agreement with Baum Revision, LLC at 6771 W. National Ave.

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider compensation and performance evaluation data for City officials and deputy/assistant service employees. The committee may convene in closed session under state statute for this discussion, then reconvene in open session.

• Discussion/action on compensation and performance evaluation data for city officials and deputy/assistant service employees (2024-12151)

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Board of Health will review several municipal service agreements and a strategic plan. Discussion items also include updates on the Senior Center, health department operations, and a sexual health clinic presentation.

• Village of Greendale 2025-26 Service Agreement
• Village of West Milwaukee 2025 Service Agreement
• Village of Hales Corners 2025 Memorandum of Understanding
• SWSHD Strategic Plan
• Sexual Health Clinic Presentation

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will discuss and vote on proposed rebrand options for the Senior Center from the Marketing Department, hear findings from the Trust Fund subcommittee, and approve any necessary funds for rebrand steps before the next meeting on January 27, 2025.

• Discussion and vote on Marketing Department's proposed rebrand options for the Senior Center (24-0707)
• Presentation of Trust Fund subcommittee's findings on use of Senior Center trust funds (24-0708)
• Approval of funds needed to begin Commission-approved rebrand steps before January 27, 2025 (24-0709)

Plan Commission

The West Allis Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for an event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave., along with site, landscaping, and architectural plans for several projects. These include a revised design for The Emerald at 7645 W. Greenfield Ave., a second-phase addition to the WAWM Recreation Department at 1300 S. 109 St., a restaurant (La Finca) at 7033 W. National Ave., and a self-service laundry at 6328 W. Mitchell St. The commission will also review a certified survey map to split a parcel at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave. and a signage appeal for a steel entry archway at 12110 W. Adler Lane.

• Conditional Use Permit for event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Revised site plans for The Emerald at 7645 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Site review for WAWM Recreation Department phase 2 addition at 1300 S. 109 St.
• Certified Survey Map to split parcel at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave.
• Signage appeal for steel entry archway at 12110 W. Adler Lane.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several infrastructure improvements, including street reconstructions and a pump station generator. The body is also reviewing economic development loans for local businesses and various parking and licensing requests.

• Economic development loans for Soap Passion, LLC ($250,000 total) and Tall Guy and a Grill LLC ($50,000)
• Purchase of a 2025 Autocar refuse truck and McNeilus packer body for $426,959
• Bid approval for S. 96th St. Pump Station Generator in the amount of $384,132
• MMSD funding of $268,489.83 for green infrastructure at S. 62nd St. and W. Lapham St.
• Preliminary plans for concrete reconstruction and utility relay for multiple streets, including W. Lincoln Ave. and S. 90th St.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will approve the minutes from its March 5, July 30, and November 19, 2024 meetings. It will also discuss the 2025 Tourism Campaign Theme and Messaging, which the Tourism Commission approved on December 2, 2024. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve March 5, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (2024-01381)
• Approve July 30, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (2024-05552)
• Approve November 19, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (2024-10193)
• Presentation: 2025 Tourism Campaign Theme and Messaging (discussion purposes only, approved by Tourism Commission Dec 2, 2024)

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The Economic Development Loan Task Force will consider two loan resolutions. One is for Soap Passion LLC at 8621-23 W. Greenfield Ave. for a $200,0000 Capital Catalyst Loan and a $50,000 Instore CDBG Loan. The other is for Tall Guy and a Grill LLC at 6735 W. Lincoln Ave. for a $50,000 Instore CDBG Loan. The meeting also includes approval of the November 7, 2024 draft minutes.

• Resolution to approve $200,0000 Capital Catalyst Loan to Soap Passion LLC at 8621-23 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Resolution to approve $50,000 Instore CDBG Loan to Soap Passion LLC at same address
• Resolution to approve $50,000 Instore CDBG Loan to Tall Guy and a Grill LLC at 6735 W. Lincoln Ave.
• Approval of draft minutes from November 7, 2024 meeting

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an informal gathering for the City of West Allis Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade. This is not a formal meeting, and no formal action will be taken.

• Christmas Parade route: 81st St. State Fair Park entrance, east on Greenfield Ave. to 70th Street, then south to Orchard Ave.

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a closed session to evaluate the Library Director's performance and consider renewing MCFLS member agreements for 2025-2028. They will also review a recommendation to revoke a library patron's privileges and update the Library Literature Distribution and Solicitation Policy.

• Performance evaluation of Library Director (closed session)
• MCFLS Member Agreements for 2025-2028, including cataloging costs for West Allis
• Library Literature Distribution and Solicitation Policy
• Recommendation to revoke library patron privileges (Donny Macklin communication)
• Library Website update (24-0603)

Board of Appeals

The West Allis Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on a variance request filed by Sarah Morgan to reduce the 25‑ft rear setback and 5‑ft side setback required for an addition at 8530 W. Cleveland Ave. The board will also consider approval of the draft minutes from the November 15, 2023 meeting. Public comments may be submitted by phone or in writing before the meeting.

• Approval of draft minutes from November 15, 2023 (Agenda item 24-06611)
• Variance appeal by Sarah Morgan for a 25‑ft rear setback and 5‑ft side setback at 8530 W. Cleveland Ave (Tax Key No. 487-0259-000, Agenda item 24-06752)
• Public comment opportunity via phone (414)302‑8466 or email [email protected]

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider Ordinance O-2024-00431, which consolidates and updates laws on refuse, recycling, and yard waste. The committee is recommending passage. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance O-2024-00431 to consolidate and update refuse, recycling, and yard waste laws, recommended for passage

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will consider a resolution to approve a 2025 tourism campaign theme and messaging presented by Savage Solutions, LLC. The body will also review the 2024 and 2025 tourism budgets and discuss the events calendar.

• Resolution to approve proposed marketing campaign by Savage Solutions, LLC
• Presentation on 2025 tourism campaign theme and messaging
• Review of 2024 and 2025 Tourism Budget status
• Update on 2024 events and preview of 2025 events calendar

Block Grant Committee

The West Allis Block Grant Committee will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and the FY 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan. Members will consider the amounts listed for projects in the FY 2025 CDBG plan and discuss anticipated spending and beneficiary impacts. The committee will make a recommendation to the Common Council on project requests for the FY 2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan.

• Public hearing on anticipated FY 2025 CDBG spending and FY 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan
• Consideration of project amounts listed in the FY 2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Recommendation to the Common Council on FY 2025 CDBG project requests
• Public hearing notice proof of publication attached
• Scheduling of the next Block Grant Committee meeting

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will discuss and decide the criteria for selecting an Interim Fire Chief. The meeting also includes approvals to begin the promotional process for a fire captain, to hire a civilian employee for a grant‑funded position, and to purchase two staff vehicles and a Matrice 30T drone with accessories. Additional reports from fire and police divisions will be presented.

• Approve beginning the promotional process for a fire captain
• Approve beginning the hiring process for a civilian employee for a grant‑funded position
• Approve purchase of two staff vehicles
• Approve purchase of a Matrice 30T drone and accessories
• Discuss criteria for appointing an Interim Fire Chief

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to tour the new DPW Facility at 1906 S. 53rd St. The agenda notes a possible quorum gathering for the tour at 1906 S. 63rd St. and states no formal action will be taken.

• Tour of new DPW Facility at 1906 S. 53rd St.
• Notice of informal gathering for facility tour at 1906 S. 63rd St.
• Notice of possible quorum for informational gathering

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council may hold an informal Community Conversations meeting on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St. No formal action will be taken at this gathering.

• Informal gathering at Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St., 6–8 p.m.
• No formal council action will be taken

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2025 Mayor's Recommended Budget and an ordinance to appropriate funds for city operations. The body is also considering fee increases for storm water management and solid waste services.

• 2025 Mayor's Recommended Budget and appropriation ordinance O-2024-0046
• Resolution to accept a $100,000 State Local Cybersecurity Grant Program grant
• Increases to storm water management charges (R-2024-0612) and solid waste fund user charges (R-2024-0613)
• Ordinance to amend parking restrictions in the 2000 Block of S. 86th St.
• Updated public works fees for yard waste and refuse curbside pickup service

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will vote on approving the minutes from July 30, 2024, and then receive a presentation on Wisconsin school funding. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• Approval of July 30, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Presentation and discussion: Wisconsin School Funding Overview (2024-07672)

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct public hearings on the 2025 budget and automotive use criteria. The body is also deciding on various city contracts, property claims, and zoning permits.

• Public hearing for the 2025 City of West Allis Mayor’s Recommended Budget
• Contract with Compass Minerals for 3,000 tons of deicing road salt for $237,720
• Economic Development Loan up to $40,000 for Redacted Escape Rooms LLC at 10234-10240 W. National Ave.
• Conditional Use Permit for a proposed restaurant at 6125 W. National Ave.
• Resolution for a new in-vehicle camera project with an annual cost of $51,490

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to discuss the reconstruction of W. National Avenue. This is an informal gathering where no formal action will be taken.

• Informal gathering for W. National Ave. reconstruction meeting
• Notice of possible quorum for other governmental bodies
• Public comment policy for committee meetings
• Non-discrimination statement
• Americans with Disabilities Act notice

Municipal Board of Canvassers

The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to process provisional ballots and certify the results of the November 5, 2024 Partisan Primary. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 AM on Monday, November 11, 2024, at City Hall.

• Process eligible provisional ballots
• Certify November 5, 2024 Partisan Primary totals
• Approve minutes from August 13, 2024 meeting

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The Economic Development Loan Task Force will consider a resolution to approve terms and conditions for a $40,000 loan to Redacted Escape Rooms LLC at 10234-10240 W. National Ave. They will also approve draft minutes from July 30 and September 30, 2024 meetings. The meeting is virtual.

• Resolution to approve $40,000 Economic Development Loan to Redacted Escape Rooms LLC, 10234-10240 W. National Ave.
• Approval of draft minutes from July 30, 2024 and September 30, 2024 meetings

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for the City of West Allis Neighborhood Leadership Alliance meeting. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Informal gathering at Lake Effect Coffee, 6217 W. Greenfield Ave.

West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers

The Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers will meet to count all absentee ballots received by the city clerk by 8:00 p.m. on election day. The board will also consider approving the August 13, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Counting of absentee ballots received by 8:00 p.m. on November 5
• Approval of August 13, 2024 Municipal Board of Absentee Ballot Canvass Minutes
• Discussion of August 13, 2024 Incident Reports

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to review a trust fund account overview and membership statistics. The body will also finish a discussion regarding materials in the new Commission on Aging Manual.

• Overview of Trust Fund Account
• Membership Statistics Presentation
• Discussion of materials in new Commission on Aging Manual

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to discuss procedural items and provide a notice for an informal gathering at Honey Creek Park. No formal action is scheduled for the Haunted Honey Creek events.

• Notice of informal gathering at Honey Creek Park
• Notice of possible quorum for informational attendance
• Public comment procedures for committee meetings
• Notice of Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations
• Notice of Limited English Proficiency services

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department will discuss and potentially act on service agreements with the Village of West Milwaukee and the Village of Greendale. The meeting also includes a review of grant applications and a presentation on social isolation.

• Approval of August and September meeting minutes
• Review of Village of West Milwaukee Service Agreement
• Review of Village of Greendale Service Agreement
• Review of grant applications for overdose and housing programs
• Presentation on social isolation and loneliness

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing several site, landscaping, and architectural plans for commercial properties. The body will consider conditional use permits and design reviews for various businesses in West Allis.

• Conditional Use Permit and plans for a restaurant at 6125 W National Ave
• Site and landscaping plan revision for a tavern at 7534 W. Beloit Rd.
• Design Review for building alterations at 1350 S. 108 St.
• Revised site and landscaping plan for a gas station at 8404 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Architectural Design Review for indoor recreation and tavern use at 6325 W. National Ave.

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting to review member agreements and cataloging costs for the MCFLS. The board will also discuss the library's literature distribution and solicitation policy and a recommendation to revoke a patron's privileges.

• MCFLS Member Agreements and 2024-2025 cataloging costs
• Library Literature Distribution and Solicitation Policy
• Recommendation to revoke the privileges of a library patron
• 2025 Schedule of Holidays and Closings
• Library Website update

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will meet to discuss the 2025 City of West Allis Mayor’s Recommended Budget. This is the only item listed for discussion or action on the agenda.

• 2025 City of West Allis Mayor’s Recommended Budget (2024-0734)

Fair Housing Board

The Fair Housing Board will discuss strategies and steps for promoting fair housing in 2025. The board is also scheduled to elect a secretary and discuss continuing education for its members.

• Election of Secretary
• Planning for 2025 fair housing promotions, including themes, due dates, judging, and awards
• Discussion of continuing education for board members

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will review department reports, approve new officer pay rates, and consider purchasing police equipment. The meeting includes closed sessions to discuss personnel discipline and a complaint investigation.

• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Request to approve payrate and vacation accruals for new police officer
• Request to purchase Trimble 7X scanner/receiver and Bosch EDR
• Closed session to discuss discipline of a firefighter
• Closed session to discuss complaint investigation

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will consider a conditional use permit for a new K-8 school, approve the 2025 Downtown BID operating plan, and amend the water main tap permit fee schedule. The meeting also includes the approval of several contracts and the 2025 Mayor's Recommended Budget.

• Conditional Use Permit for Woodlands School at 1526 S. 72nd St.
• 2025 Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District Operating Plan
• Amendment to water main tap permit fees
• Contract for Commercial Facade Improvements at 7413 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Resolution to approve a new IT Services contract with West Milwaukee

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council and Police & Fire Commission may gather informally to attend the Neighborhood Partnership Meeting at 6:00 PM on October 14, 2024. The notice states that this gathering is not a formal council meeting and no official actions will be taken. Attendance is for information‑gathering only.

• Notice of informal gathering to attend Neighborhood Partnership Meeting

Common Council

The Common Council may gather informally with the Neighborhood Association Leadership Group at Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St., on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This gathering is not a formal council meeting and no official actions will be taken. Public comments at council committee meetings require prior scheduling with the committee chair.

• Informal gathering with Neighborhood Association Leadership Group, 1:00‑3:00 p.m., Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St.

Common Council

The Common Council and Police and Fire Commission may gather for the Pumpkins in the Park event. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Pumpkins in the Park event at Veterans Memorial Park (6900 W. National Avenue)

Block Grant Committee

The Block Grant Committee will review funding requests for the FY 2025 annual action plan. Members will also evaluate the mid-year 2024 performance report and expenditures from January 1 through June 30, 2024.

• Review of CDBG funding requests for FY 2025
• Mid-year 2024 Performance Report on Program Administration
• Mid-year 2024 Performance Report on Public Service Activities
• Mid-year 2024 Performance Report on Housing Rehabilitation activities
• Mid-year 2024 Performance Report on Economic Development and Public Facilities

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss several property developments and TIF initiatives. The body is considering a resolution to amend the 2024 Payment Standard for the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

• Resolution to amend 2024 Payment Standard for Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Development Agreement with Six Points East LLC regarding public parking
• Proposed single-family home construction at 6901 W. Beloit Road
• Status of Markers Row Development and 6771 W. National Ave.
• Report on redevelopment initiatives including TIF numbers 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a range of municipal updates, including a public hearing on reallocating $19,680.26 for Becher St. pedestrian lighting. The body is also reviewing several professional service contracts and economic development loans.

• Bid of $170,015 to F.J.A. Christiansen Roofing Co., Inc. to reroof the West Allis Library
• Economic development loan up to $200,000 for Sugar Studio, LLC at 2201 S. 84th St.
• Reallocation of $19,680.26 in CDBG funds for Becher St. Pedestrian Lighting
• Professional services contracts: raSmith ($35,000), KL Engineering ($20,000), and GRAEF-USA, INC. ($64,400)
• Bid of $29,500 to C.W. Purpero, Inc. for urban soil decompaction at W. Orchard St.

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The West Allis Economic Development Loan Task Force will vote on a resolution to approve the terms and conditions of a Capital Catalyst Loan for Sugar Studio, LLC. The loan would be for an amount up to $200,000 and is tied to the property at 2201 S. 84th St. The task force will consider the attached commitment letter before adopting the recommendation.

• Resolution R-2024-0555 to approve loan terms for Sugar Studio, LLC up to $200,000
• Loan under the Capital Catalyst Loan Program
• Sugar Studio, LLC located at 2201 S. 84th St.
• Commitment Letter attached (Res_R-2024-0555)
• Virtual meeting held on September 30, 2024

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing a conditional use permit and design plans for a new K-8 elementary school. The body is also considering ordinances to amend municipal code regarding automotive and massage therapy uses.

• Conditional Use Permit and design review for Woodlands School at 1562 S. 72nd St.
• Design review for façade property at 7113 W. National Ave.
• Demolition plan for 6901 W. Beloit Rd.
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 19 of Municipal Code regarding automotive uses
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 19 of Municipal Code regarding massage therapy uses

Library Board

The Library Board will review the proposed 2025 operating budget and MCFLS member agreements. The board is also considering updates to the Library Code of Conduct and the Literature Distribution and Solicitation Policy.

• 2025 Library Operating Budget
• MCFLS Member Agreements and cataloging costs 2024-2025
• Library Code of Conduct Policy
• Library Literature Distribution and Solicitation Policy
• Recommendation to revoke the privileges of a library patron

Common Council

A possible quorum of the West Allis Common Council may gather for the Woodlands School community open house on September 24, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The gathering is informal and no formal council action will be taken. The notice also reiterates public comment procedures and the city’s non‑discrimination, ADA, and language‑access policies.

• Attend Woodlands School community open house (no formal action taken)

Tourism Commission

The West Allis Tourism Commission will approve the June 28, 2024 meeting minutes. It will place the tourism budget on file. It will also file updates on fall/winter events and event sponsorships. No other actions are scheduled.

• Approve June 28, 2024 Tourism Commission minutes (24-04351)
• Place Tourism Budget (24-05432) on file
• Place Fall/Winter Event Updates (24-05443) on file
• Place Event Sponsorship Updates (24-05454) on file

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider requests for police recruitment, fire department equipment repairs, and the 2025 PFC budget proposal. The body will also discuss the creation of sub-committees for performance reviews and interview questions.

• 2025 PFC Budget Proposal
• Request to begin Police Officer Recruitment
• Plymovent repairs and upgrades for the Fire Department
• HIDTA Admin Agreement 2025-2029
• Extension of Bureau of Justice grant

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will consider several contract approvals, including a $386,271 purchase of a 2026 International MV607 chassis truck and a $677,888 purchase of two Freightliner truck chassis and two dump bodies. They will also vote on multiple infrastructure bids totaling over $1 million, and adopt several resolutions and ordinances, such as a floodplain zoning amendment and a reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Resolution to accept Utility Sales & Service, Inc. contract for one 2026 International MV607 chassis truck – $386,271
• Resolution to accept proposals for two Freightliner 114SD chassis ($140,172 each) and two Henderson dump bodies ($198,772 each) – total $677,888
• Resolution to approve UPI Construction bid for sanitary and storm sewer relays on W. Burnham St. – $232,252.50
• Resolution to approve UPI Construction bid for water main & storm sewer relays on S. 97th St. – $363,941.70
• Ordinance to amend floodplain zoning ordinance as required by state and federal law

Administrative Appeals Review Board

The Administrative Appeals Review Board will meet to consider two appeals regarding dangerous dog orders. The board may enter a closed session to deliberate on these quasi-judicial hearings.

• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Scooby at 8705 W. Dakota St.
• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Rico at 2743 S. 76th St.
• Approval of June 24th, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program plans for 2025. The body will also consider a property note purchase and a development agreement regarding public parking.

• Public hearing and resolution for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher 5-Year, Annual, and Administrative Plans
• Resolution to purchase the Tri-City Bank Note for 1405 S. 92 St.
• Development Agreement with Six Points East LLC regarding public parking
• Discussion of redevelopment area at 13** S. 65th St.
• Report on redevelopment initiatives including TIF districts 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will meet at 5:30 pm on September 10, 2024. The commission will consider and vote on a motion to convene a closed session for interviewing candidates for a Police Officer position. After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session for any other agenda items.

• Vote on motion to convene closed session to interview Police Officer candidates

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on the 2025 SWSHD Budget (24-0534).

• 2025 SWSHD Budget (24-0534)

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council is scheduled to hold an informal gathering for the City of West Allis Beautification Awards Ceremony on September 9, 2024. No formal action is planned for this event. The meeting will take place at City Hall.

• Informal gathering for Beautification Awards Ceremony
• Notice of possible quorum for other governmental bodies
• Public comment policy for committee meetings
• Notice of Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations
• Statement on Limited English Proficiency services

Plan Commission

The West Allis Plan Commission will consider several land‑use items, including conditional use permits for North Shore Bank and Angela's Lil Angels child‑care center. It will also review a sign appeal for Spirit Halloween, a certified survey map to split the North Shore Bank parcel, and an ordinance amendment to the flood control district code.

• Conditional use permit for North Shore Bank (10533 W. National Ave.)
• Conditional use permit for Angela's Lil Angels Group Child Care Center (1112 S. 60th St.)
• Sign appeal for Spirit Halloween retail use (6731 W. Greenfield Ave.)
• Certified survey map to split parcel at 10533 W. National Ave. into two parcels
• Ordinance amendment to Section 12.70 (Flood Control District) of the municipal code

Library Board

The West Allis Library Board will approve the July 24 meeting minutes and review the 2025 Library Operating Budget as part of the city’s proposed budget. Officers will be elected and several new business items will be considered, including an MCFLS update, a draft member agreement, and a recommendation to revoke a patron’s library privileges. The meeting also includes a library director’s report and a staff in‑service day.

• Approval of Library Board minutes from July 24, 2024 (24-0456)
• Review of the 2025 Library Operating Budget (24-0336)
• Election of Officers (24-0410)
• Recommendation to revoke the privileges of a library patron (24-0458)
• MCFLS Member Agreement draft (24-0460)

Capital Improvement Parks Subcommittee

The Capital Improvement Parks Subcommittee will meet to review capital requests and the 2025 budget request. The body will also discuss funding and fundraising options and provide updates on city parks.

• 2025 Budget Request
• Liberty Heights Update
• Neighborhood Association Use of Kopperud Park
• Park Marketing and Branding
• Funding and fundraising opportunities

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department will meet to discuss and take action on its 2025 budget. The body is also reviewing the department's mission, vision, values, and bylaws.

• Approval of 2025 SWSHD Budget
• Approval of SWSHD Mission/Vision/Values
• Approval of Bylaws
• Senior Center Update
• Health Department and Legislative Updates

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is meeting to vote on consulting contracts and a revised real estate purchase agreement. The body will also discuss the redevelopment of two specific properties, potentially in a closed session.

• Contract amendment with S.B. Friedman Development Advisors not to exceed $25,000
• Scope of Services for Ramboll Americas Engineering Solutions for 6771 W. National Ave. not to exceed $20,000
• Revised Purchase and Sale Agreement with Mark Higgins for 6604 and 6620 W. Mitchell St.
• Discussion regarding former St. Aloysius Church and School property at 1405 S. 92 St.
• Discussion regarding redevelopment area at 13** S. 65th St.

Common Council

The Common Council will receive an update on the new DPW facility and vote on several infrastructure contracts. The body is also reviewing numerous property damage and money judgment claims for referral to the City Attorney.

• Bid of $190,828.89 to LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for Traffic Calming and Pavement Marking Project
• Proposal of $37,940 to Casper’s Truck Equipment for two 11-foot heavy truck snow plows
• Final payment of $2,000 to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for 2022 Project No. 11
• Rejection of all bids for traffic calming, pavement patching & pavement marking 2024 Project No. 20
• Referral of 18 separate property damage and money judgment claims to the City Attorney

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for an Alderperson Training Orientation. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Alderperson Training Orientation from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Municipal Board of Canvassers

The Municipal Board of Canvassers is meeting to process eligible provisional ballots. The board will also canvass and certify the totals for the August 13, 2024 Partisan Primary.

• Certification of August 13, 2024 Partisan Primary totals
• Processing of eligible provisional ballots per Section 6.97(4), Wisconsin Statutes
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss strategies for disciplining retail alcohol license holders who violate laws. The meeting also includes summons and complaints against two specific local businesses.

• Discussion on discipline strategies for retail alcohol license violators
• Summons and complaint against Eckbar LLC (7408 W. Walker St.)
• Summons and complaint against DTR Enterprises LLC d/b/a Studz Pub (6833 W. National Ave.)

Common Council

The Common Council is deciding on several high-value infrastructure projects and financial instruments, including a $1.28 million park pavilion project. The body will also hold public hearings for two conditional use permits and discuss a pilot program for rental scooters.

• Issuance and sale of $26,850,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024A
• Bid of $1,279,630 for the Liberty Heights Park Pavilion Project
• Construction of dormitories and offices in Fire Stations 61 and 62 for $715,330
• Conditional Use Permits for Precision Auto Body MKE (1649 S. 83rd St.) and Sugar Studio LLC (2201 S. 84th St.)
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford T-350 Transit Cargo Van for the police department not to exceed $80,000

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will approve the March 5, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hold discussion‑only sessions on Neighborhood Associations, Broadband and Wi‑Fi Access, and Common Council Rules of Procedure. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for these topics.

• Approve March 5, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (2024-01381)
• Discussion only: Neighborhood Associations (2024-05092)
• Discussion only: Broadband and Wi‑Fi Access (2024-05103)
• Discussion only: Common Council Rules of Procedure (2024-04714)

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department will review a mid-year communicable disease report and a draft of the department's bylaws. The body will also discuss the department's mission, vision, and values.

• Mid-Year Communicable Disease Report
• Bylaws Draft
• Community Health Services (CHS) Overview
• Southwest Suburban Health Department Mission/Vision/Values
• Senior Center and Health Department updates

Common Council

The Common Council and Police and Fire Commission may gather for the City of West Allis Neighborhood Partnership Meeting. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• City of West Allis Neighborhood Partnership Meeting

Library Board Subcommittee

The West Allis Library Board Subcommittee will meet on July 24, 2024 to consider the minutes from its July 16, 2024 meeting. The agenda lists only standard procedural steps and the approval of those minutes. No other actions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2024 Library Board Subcommittee meeting

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve the 2025 operating and capital budget requests for both the Fire and Police departments. The body will also vote to initiate hiring and promotional processes for police officers and lieutenants, and approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Indiana/PulsePoint.

• Approval of 2025 Operating and Capital Budget Request(s) for Fire and Police
• Initiation of Police Officer hiring process for August
• Initiation of Lieutenant’s Promotional Process
• Approval of MOU with University of Indiana/PulsePoint
• Closed session to discuss Fire Chief performance evaluation

Library Board Subcommittee

The West Allis Library Board Subcommittee will discuss the performance evaluation of the Library Director, including policy and timeline items. The board may enter a closed session to discuss the evaluation.

• Performance Evaluation of the Library Director
• Library Director Performance Eval Timeline
• Library Director Evaluation Feedback
• Library Director Evaluation Policy
• Closed session to discuss performance evaluation

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council may gather for the City of West Allis Community Conversations event on Tuesday, July 15, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. This gathering is informal and not intended as a formal council meeting. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this event.

Resident Advisory Board

The Resident Advisory Board is reviewing several updates regarding public housing agency plans. These include the 2025 HOTMA rules, a five-year plan for 2025-2029, and an annual PHA plan.

• Review of 2025 Final HOTMA Rules and Administrative Plan Updates
• Review of 2025-2029 5-Year PHA Plan
• Review of 2025 Annual PHA Plan

Common Council

The Common Council will review several items including a 2024 water rate study presentation and various municipal contracts. Discussion includes street construction bids, alcohol licensing updates, and multiple land development resolutions.

• Street construction bid for S. 77th St. and W. Pierce St. in the amount of $925,515.81
• Contract amendment with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. not to exceed $20,500
• Contract amendment with KL Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $160,000
• Repair proposal for Cascade Pump #4 at the Storm Water Pumping Station for $25,400
• Sale of approximately $26,850,000 in general obligation promissory notes, Series 2024A

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an Alderperson Training Orientation. This is an informal gathering and not a formal meeting of the Common Council.

• Alderperson Training Orientation from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for firefighter candidates. The commission will also consider establishing an eligibility list, hiring from that list, and approving step increases for lateral firefighter candidates.

• Interviewing candidates for the position of Firefighter
• Establishing fire department eligibility list
• Hiring from established fire department eligibility list
• Hiring step increase for lateral firefighter candidate(s)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss a $72 million multi-family development at 11** S. 70th St. The meeting also includes discussions on several redevelopment initiatives and tax increment financing districts.

• Development Agreement with Land by Label LLC for 246-unit multi-family project at 11** S. 70th St. ($72 million)
• Requests for proposal for single-family house construction at 6901 W. Beloit Rd.
• Redevelopment of 13** S. 65th St.
• Redevelopment of 92nd and Greenfield Ave. (former St. Aloysius Church and School)
• Tax Increment Financing District No. 7 - Summit Place

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The Economic Development Loan Task Force will meet to review the draft minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. The body will also consider a resolution regarding an economic development loan for a local business.

• Resolution for an Economic Development Loan to K&K Barista LLC up to $15,000
• National Avenue Commercial Corridor InStore Forgivable Loan Program

Common Council

The Common Council and the Police and Fire Commission may gather for a swearing in ceremony of new Police Officers. This is an informal gathering and not a formal meeting where any official action will be taken.

• Swearing in ceremony of new Police Officers

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an informal gathering for the purpose of participating in the City of West Allis Independence Day Parade. This is not a formal meeting and no formal action will be taken.

• Independence Day Parade participation

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special virtual meeting to discuss police department matters. The primary item on the agenda is a request for approval regarding increased pay for lateral police officers.

• Request for approval: Increased Pay for Lateral Police Officer

Tourism Commission

The commission will review contract approvals for marketing services and website content management. The meeting also includes updates on John McGivern’s Main Street, 2024 events, and the status of the 2024 and 2025 budgets.

• Contract with Savage Solutions, LLC for marketing services up to $48,000
• Contract with Apptegy for website content management services up to $39,000
• Update on John McGivern’s Main Street
• Update on 2024 Events
• Review of 2024 budget status and 2025 budget creation

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Board of Health will conduct a regular meeting to elect its officers. The agenda includes the nomination and election of a Chair and a Secretary, as well as a board orientation.

• Election of the Board of Health Chair
• Election of the Board of Health Secretary
• Board of Health Orientation

Plan Commission

The West Allis Plan Commission will review several development proposals, including site plans for a parking lot expansion and a revised accessory parking facility. The agenda also lists a conditional use permit for a light motor vehicle service business and a certified survey map to divide a property. These reviews determine land use, parking availability, and property boundaries for local commercial and industrial sites, and are open for public comment before commission action.

• Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Quad’s parking lot expansion at 555 S.108th St.
• Conditional Use Permit and site review for Precision Auto Body MKE’s light motor vehicle service at 1649 S. 83rd St.
• Revised site plan for an accessory parking facility at 9422-30 W. National Ave.
• Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel at 2580 S. Root River Pkwy.
• Approval of the May 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Library Board will review the 2025 library operating budget and a performance evaluation for the Library Director. The board is also considering revisions to the policy regarding the revocation of library privileges.

• 2025 Library Operating Budget
• Performance Evaluation of the Library Director
• Revocation of Library Privileges Policy
• Computer and Internet Policy
• Narcan Staff Training

Capital Improvement Parks Subcommittee

The Capital Improvement Parks Subcommittee will meet at City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave., to review capital project requests and discuss potential funding sources for city parks. The agenda lists items for discussion and possible action, including Veterans Park bricks, service agreements for park maintenance, and new revenue ideas like park merchandise and concession stands. The committee will also explore partnerships with neighborhood associations and community groups.

• Capital project requests (document 24-0361)
• Veterans Park brick program (document 24-0381)
• Service agreements and maintenance responsibilities for parks (document 24-0382)
• Discussion of new funding options, including park merchandise, a farmers market concessionaire, and beer garden or winery events (document 24-0360)
• Exploration of partnerships with neighborhood associations and community friends groups (document 24-0383)

Common Council

The agenda lists an informal gathering for the Common Council to attend a licensing orientation on June 25, 2024. The notice explicitly states this is not a formal meeting and no official action will be taken. The document consists primarily of procedural boilerplate, including standard ADA and non-discrimination notices.

• Informal gathering for Licensing Orientation (5:30–7:00 PM)
• Explicit notice that no formal action will be taken
• Standard ADA and Limited English Proficiency access notices
• Non-discrimination policy statement

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review legal matters regarding a Class D Operator License. The agenda includes a summons and complaint against Flying Unicorn LLC d/b/a The Thirsty Cactus Saloon at 6108 W. Burnham St. and a matter concerning Mary Markes.

• Summons and complaint against Flying Unicorn LLC d/b/a The Thirsty Cactus Saloon, 6108 W. Burnham St.
• Summons and complaint regarding the suspension or revocation of Class D Operator License for Mary Markes

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss a payment structure for quarter 3 fiber arts classes. Members will also review materials for a new Commission on Aging Manual.

• Discussion and vote on a payment structure for fiber arts classes in quarter 3
• Discussion of materials in new Commission on Aging Manual

Administrative Appeals Review Board

The Administrative Appeals Review Board will review five pending appeals of city dog orders on June 24, 2024. The agenda lists classifications for specific pets at West Allis addresses, with potential closed-session deliberation before returning to open session. The board will also vote on approving April minutes and adjourning the meeting.

• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Remington at 12261 W. Verona Ct.
• Appeal of Prohibited Dog Order for VooDoo at 2057 S. 58th St.
• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Okbo Doggie at 1013 S. 110th St.
• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Hope at 1955 S. 75th St.
• Approval of Administrative Appeals Review Board minutes from April 10, 2024

Board of Review

This meeting is a continuation of the recessed Board of Review session from May 26, 2024. The board will review minutes from several previous sessions and may take action to close the 2024 assessment roll.

• Approval of minutes from May 23 through June 5, 2024
• Potential closing of the 2024 assessment roll

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review several purchase requests for the police and fire departments. The agenda includes discussions of intergovernmental agreements with Milwaukee agencies and a request to begin firefighter recruitment.

• Police Department: Updated Fleet Vehicle Purchase Request
• Police Department: Audio Recording System purchase
• Police Department: Firearms Range update
• Police Department: Intergovernmental agreement with Milwaukee (RNC)
• Fire Department: Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) purchase approval

Capital Improvement Parks Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Parks Subcommittee. The agenda includes an overview of the Parks Plan and a summary of parks including the Farmers Market. Members will also review public works maintenance, fee updates, and capital requests.

• Overview of Parks Plan
• Summary of Parks and Farmers Market
• Permits and Reservations
• Public Works Maintenance discussion
• Review of fees and capital requests

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is considering the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 20 and several property transactions. The agenda includes multiple development agreements for multifamily projects and discussions regarding various redevelopment initiatives.

• Public hearing for proposed Tax Incremental District No. 20
• Proposed sale of CDA land at 6414-22 W. Greenfield Ave., 6424-26 W. Greenfield Ave., and 13** S. 65 St.
• Purchase and Sale and Development Agreement with JJH3Group, LLC for W. Greenfield Ave. multifamily development
• Development Agreement with Land by Label, LLC for a 4.54 acre parcel at S. 70 St. and W. Washington St.
• Expenditures up to $3,750,000 within a one-half mile radius of Tax Incremental District No. 7

Common Council

This is a notice for an informal gathering of the Common Council. The purpose of the gathering is to attend the Community Development Association Meeting, and no formal action will be taken.

• Informal gathering to attend Community Development Association Meeting

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for an informal informational meeting. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• Neighborhood Associations Meeting attendance

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to consider a crowd and traffic control agreement with the Wisconsin State Fair Park Board. The council will also review a claim regarding alleged property damage at 1034 S. 116th St.

• 2024-2026 Crowd and Traffic Control Agreement of the Wisconsin State Fair Park Board
• Property damage claim by Robert Steinbacher for 1034 S. 116th St.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several public hearings including property rezoning on W. Greenfield Ave. and the sale of specific lands. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for equipment purchases, contract approvals, and licensing renewals.

• Rezoning properties on the north side of the 6400 block of W. Greenfield Ave.
• Sale of lands at 6400 W. Greenfield Ave. and 1351 S. 64 St.
• Purchase of a police interceptor SUV not to exceed $70,000
• Purchase of two Ford Super Duty F-250 trucks for $87,801
• Repair and replacement of storm structures for $300,030

Common Council

The Common Council is scheduled for an informal gathering at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is for Alderperson Training Orientation provided by the Assessor's Office.

• Alderperson Training Orientation

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an Alderperson Training Orientation. This is an informal gathering and not a formal meeting of the Council.

• Alderperson Training Orientation

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review and discuss the second draft of the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 20. The board will also consider a resolution regarding expenditures within a one-half mile radius of Tax Incremental District No. 7.

• Review of Tax Incremental District No. 20 draft Project Plan
• Resolution for expenditures within a one-half mile radius of Tax Incremental District No. 7

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding objections to property valuations. This meeting is a continuation of the recessed meeting from May 26, 2024.

• Valuation hearing: Quinton Murphy - 1520 S. 76th St.
• Valuation hearing: Walter Holtz - 7140 W. Greenfield Ave.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will continue its recessed meeting from May 26, 2024. The session includes hearings regarding objections to property valuations filed by several residents.

• Hearing for Randal L. Williams - 7022 W. Beloit Rd.
• Hearing for Heatherlee Muehlius - 809 S. 91st St.
• Hearing for Patrick Chambers - 8711 W. Eckel Ln.
• Hearing for Maricela Aranda - 8424 W. Harrison Ave.
• Hearing for Koehn 2004 Joint Revocable - 3254 S. 107th St.

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for an informal gathering at Liberty Heights Park. This is not a formal meeting and no formal action will be taken.

• West Allis Hope Walk attendance from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding objections to property valuations. This meeting is a continuation of the recessed meeting from May 26, 2024.

• Hearings on objections to valuation for 11 properties including 2001 S. 71st St., 3245 S. 114th St., and 2400 S. 99th St.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding objections to property valuations. This meeting is a continuation of the recessed meeting from May 26, 2024.

• Objection hearing: Theresa J. Schwager - 1511 S. 57th St.
• Objection hearing: Tiffany N. Jones - 1226 S. 77th St.
• Objection hearing: Deborah E. McPherson - 1112 S. 89th St.
• Objection hearing: Alfred H. Niebuhr - 3166 S. 107th St.
• Objection hearing: Natalie M. Patton - 2795 S. Seymour Pl.

Plan Commission

The commission will review several site design plans, rezoning requests, and property consolidations. Key items include a mixed-use redevelopment project on W. Greenfield Ave. and various site alterations across the city.

• Rezoning and PUD creation for mixed-use redevelopment at 6424-26, 6414-22, 6400 W. Greenfield Ave., 13** S. 65 St., and 1351 S. 64 St.
• Sale of approximately 12,547-square feet of city land at 6400 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Design review for new construction at Novonesis (formerly Chr. Hansen) at 9015 W. Maple St.
• Outdoor storage area design review for JJ Enterprises at 1909 S. 73rd St. and 19** S. 73rd St.
• Conditional Use Permit for Saul's Auto, a proposed Light Motor Vehicle Service at 5312 W. Electric Ave.

Artscape Leadership Group

The group will consider a resolution to approve an Artscape Grant for a proposed mural at Paul's Jewelers. Members will also discuss a Milwaukee Brewers mural proposal and other miscellaneous art projects.

• Resolution to approve an Artscape Grant for a mural at 10820-22 W. National Ave.
• Discussion regarding Milwaukee Brewers mural proposal at 6229 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Discussion regarding miscellaneous Artscape projects and opportunities

Board of Review

The Board of Review is conducting hearings regarding objections to property valuations. This meeting serves as a continuation of the recessed meeting from May 26, 2024.

• Hearing for Heatherlee Muehlius - 809 S. 91st St.
• Hearing for Mitchell Jackson - 1546 S. 65th St.
• Hearing for William Biondi - 1345 S. 104th St.
• Hearing for WA Legacy, LLC - 807 S. 109th St.
• Hearing for Richard Barbian - 915 S. 115th St.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will continue its recessed meeting from May 26, 2024. The board is scheduled to review multiple objections to real estate property assessments and conduct hearings on objections to valuation pursuant to Wis. Stat. Sec. 70.47.

• Review of assessment objections for properties including 853 S 73rd St. and 1028 S. 73rd St.
• Hearings on valuation objections for 5832 W. Walker St. and 2746 S. Waukesha Rd.

Library Board

The Library Board will review the performance evaluation process for the Library Director. The agenda also includes a recommendation to revoke a library patron's privileges and discussions regarding library stock.

• Recommendation to revoke the privileges of a library patron
• Performance Evaluation of the Library Director
• Sale of Library Stock
• West Allis A La Carte

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a potential micro-mobility agreement with Lime and updates on citywide revaluations. The agenda includes several contract approvals for street construction, sewer inspections, and tree removal. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding new massage therapy and gas station uses.

• Street construction bid for S. 118th St. to W. Rainbow Ave. ($857,033.47)
• Tree removal agreement with Cut N Go ($88,800)
• Ordinance for lead service line replacement and financial assistance
• Sewer inspection contract with Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC ($86,081.50)
• Public hearing for a new gas station at 8404 W. Greenfield Ave.

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council has scheduled an informal gathering for a new alderperson training orientation on May 21, 2024. This notice confirms the event is not a formal meeting and no official votes or actions will be taken. The agenda consists entirely of procedural boilerplate regarding public access and nondiscrimination policies.

• No substantive items; the gathering is strictly for training purposes with no formal action scheduled.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss materials for a new commission manual. The meeting also includes the welcome of Gloria Dohearty to the Commission.

• Approval of $60 for 12-15 Quality 3-Ring Binders
• Discussion of materials in new Commission on Aging Manual
• Welcome of Gloria Dohearty to the Commission on Aging

Fair Housing Board

The West Allis Fair Housing Board will hold elections for its Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Hearing Officer, and Secretary. The board will also discuss details for a Fair Housing Poster Contest, including the theme, due date, judging, and award ceremony.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Hearing Officer, and Secretary
• Fair Housing Poster Contest planning
• Approval of August 10, 2022 draft minutes

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review reports from the fire and police departments. The agenda includes requests for new fire department billing policies, grant renewals, and firefighter staffing changes. A closed session is scheduled to conduct the Chief of Police's performance evaluation.

• New Fire Department Policy: Billing other units of Government for services
• Renewal of the Coverdell Stroke Grant Agreement
• Firefighter placement on permanent WAFD roster and reinstatement request
• Election of PFC Board Positions
• Chief of Police performance evaluation and goal setting

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will elect its annual chairperson and vice-chairperson. Members will review redevelopment timelines, financial requests, and potential uses for multiple properties and Tax Increment Financing districts in the city. Several items may move to closed session to discuss public fund investments under state law.

• Election of the annual CDA chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Review of redevelopment timelines and financial requests for properties along W. Greenfield Ave. between S. 64 St. and S. 65 St.
• Discussion on potential redevelopment at the southeast corner of S. 70 St. and W. Washington St. (TIF #16)
• Developer financing request to redevelop the former St. Aloysius site at 1405 S. 92 St.
• Status updates on multiple TIF districts, including TIF #7 (Whitnall Summit), TIF #18 (Novonesis expansion), and the Beloit Road Senior Housing Complex

Common Council

The Common Council and city officials may gather for a groundbreaking ceremony at 1906 S. 53rd St. This is an informal gathering and not a formal meeting where official actions will be taken.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for the future City of West Allis Public Works Facility at 1906 S. 53rd St.

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for an informal meeting to attend a Neighborhood Association Meeting. This is not a formal meeting of the Common Council and no formal action will be taken.

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will hold an informal gathering for an Alderperson Training Orientation on April 30, 2024. This session is not a formal meeting and no official action will be taken.

• Alderperson Training Orientation

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing multiple conditional use permits and site design plans for various businesses. Items include car wash, restaurant, gas station, and medical massage proposals, as well as park and residential projects.

• Conditional Use Permit and design review for Tsunami Express Carwash at 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave.
• Conditional Use Permit and design review for Panera Bread at 3020 S. 108 St.
• Site, landscaping, and architectural review for U-Haul at 924 S. 108 St., 800 S. 108 St., and 7** S. 108 St.
• Conditional Use Permit and design review for a gas station/retail use at 8404 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Design review for new house construction in the 1700 block of S. 60 St.

Library Board

The West Allis Library Board is meeting to review minutes from March 27, 2024, and address correspondence. The agenda includes discussions on the revocation of library privileges and a revised Library Code of Conduct Policy.

• Review of revised draft for revocation of library privileges
• Discussion of updated Library Code of Conduct Policy
• MCFLS update
• West Allis A La Carte discussion

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including public works projects, economic development grants, and public safety funding. The agenda includes public hearings for a proposed indoor recreation facility and various land or use permits.

• Street lighting conversion bid of $1,667,254.17
• Purchase of Ford F-550 truck chassis and drill rig for $238,692
• Purchase of six Grasshopper ride-on lawn mowers for $89,607.41
• Sale of land portion at 62** W. National Ave.
• Proposed indoor recreation facility at 1300 S. 109th St.

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council and Police & Fire Commission may gather for an informal ceremony to recognize recently promoted police officers. This gathering is not intended to be a formal meeting, and no official actions will be taken.

• Ceremony for recently promoted Police Officers

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will hold an informal gathering for an Alderperson Training Orientation. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• Alderperson Training Orientation

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will hold a regular meeting at the Senior Center. The agenda includes a staff report and an update regarding the ERAS Senior Network.

• ERAS Senior Network update
• Staff report

Common Council

The Common Council and the West Allis Police & Fire Commission may gather for an informal neighborhood partnership meeting. This is not a formal meeting and no formal action will be taken by these bodies.

• Neighborhood Partnership Meeting attendance

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will review various activity and financial reports from both departments. The agenda includes a request to approve the 2024 State Fair BLS Contract and notice of Commissioner Kurt Kopplin's resignation.

• Request for approval: 2024 State Fair BLS Contract
• Final eligibility lists for Police Officer positions
• Resignation of Commissioner Kurt Kopplin
• Police Department financial and activity reports
• Fire Department operational and financial reports

Historical Commission

The commission will review a financial report and receive a report from the West Allis Historical Society. Members will also discuss the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds and priority projects for upcoming subgrant applications.

• Review of nomination for Gerlinger Electric Steel Casting Company Foundry at 6771 W. National Ave.
• Discussion regarding Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
• Discussion regarding priority projects for Wisconsin Historical Society subgrant application
• Financial Report for the period ending 4/1/24

Common Council

The council will conduct an organizational meeting to swear in the 2024-2028 members and elect a Council President. The agenda includes street reconstruction projects, property assessments, and various licensing requests.

• Street construction bid for W. Rogers St. from S. 76th St. to S. 84th St. for $2,062,478.40
• Resolution for street concrete reconstruction and special assessments
• Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad to close the S. 55th St. at-grade crossing
• Proposed development discussion for 6400 W. Greenfield Ave. and 1351 S. 64th St.
• March 2024 municipal fines and fees totaling $148,917.16

Administrative Appeals Review Board

The Administrative Appeals Review Board will consider appeals regarding dangerous dog orders. The board may enter a closed session to deliberate on these cases before reconvening in open session.

• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Layla at 8431 W. Maple St.
• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Gus & Bo at 967 S. 56th St.

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting and closed session regarding police employment. The commission intends to interview candidates and consider establishing or hiring from a police department eligibility list.

• Interviewing candidates for the position of Police Officer
• Establishing a police department eligibility list
• Hiring from an established police department eligibility list

Municipal Board of Canvassers

The Municipal Board of Canvassers will process eligible provisional ballots and certify the totals for the April 2, 2024 Spring Election. The board is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting.

• Certification of April 2, 2024 Spring Election totals
• Processing of eligible provisional ballots
• Approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes

West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers

The Board will convene to publicly count all absentee ballots received by the city clerk at West Allis City Hall. The meeting continues until all ballots have been canvassed or until 8:00 p.m.

• Counting of absentee ballots received by 8:00 p.m. on election day
• Approval of April 4, 2023 Municipal Board of Absentee Canvass Minutes

Board of Health (INACTIVE)

The Board of Health will review several departmental reports and administrative matters. Discussion items include the 2023 Annual Report, communicable disease data, and potential health department consolidation.

• Health Department Consolidation
• 2023 Annual Report Approval
• 1st Quarter Communicable Disease Report
• Senior Center Updates
• Administrative Rule Certificate Presentation

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several development proposals, including a new indoor recreation facility and a car wash. The commission will also consider an ordinance to amend the zoning code regarding animal sales. Other items include land sales and pedestrian plaza improvements.

• Ordinance to prohibit the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits
• Conditional use permit for an indoor recreation facility at 1300 S. 109 St.
• Proposed Tsunami Express Carwash at 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave.
• Design review for improvements in the Downtown West Allis Pedestrian Plaza
• Sale of approximately 670 square feet of land on W. National Ave.

Library Board

The West Allis Library Board will consider a Terchak Fund request for a new automated sorter and review a proposal from Lyngsoe Service. The board will also address a recommendation from the Library Director to revoke the privileges of a library patron.

• Terchak Fund request for a new automated sorter
• Lyngsoe Service and Update Proposal
• Recommendation to revoke library privileges of a patron
• Review of West Allis Library Board Bylaws

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review the first quarter membership report and discuss a training event. The meeting also includes requests to adjust financial amounts related to the Senior Center Trust Fund and party fees.

• Request to change Senior Center Trust Fund amount from $200 per party to $300 per party
• First Quarter Membership Report
• Request to reduce party fee from $10 to $5

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review various departmental reports and financial updates. The agenda includes a request to purchase eight police fleet vehicles and necessary set-up equipment. The board may also enter closed session to discuss consultant findings regarding fire department operations.

• Request for approval to purchase eight police fleet vehicles and necessary set-up equipment
• Communication regarding a former police officer's criminal conviction
• Closed session discussion of consultant findings on fire department operations
• Confirmation of police officer interview dates in April

Historical Commission

The commission will review a financial report and receive updates from the West Allis Historical Society. Discussion topics include the log cabin on historical society grounds and potential landmark designation for 801 S. 60 St.

• Financial Report for period ending 3/1/24
• Discussion regarding Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
• Update on Wisconsin Historical Society subgrant for National Register of Historic Places designations
• Discussion regarding potential local landmark designation for 801 S. 60 St.

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the City's 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes a $2.6 million bid for street construction and several economic development loans of up to $50,000 each. Members will also consider new ward maps and various business licenses.

• $2,612,805.54 bid for street construction on S. 89th St., W. Greenfield Ave., and W. Washington St.
• Ordinance to adopt the City of West Allis 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Purchase of 108 new desktop computers for $67,376.00
• Economic development loans up to $50,000 for several local businesses
• Ordinance to establish a new ward map based on state legislative district adjustments

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will hold an informal gathering on March 19, 2024. The purpose of the meeting is to attend a retirement reception for Alderpersons Lajsic, Reinke, and Vitale. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• Retirement reception for Alderpersons Lajsic, Reinke, and Vitale

Farmers Market Committee

The committee will review the 2023 season and discuss planning for the upcoming 2024 season. Discussion topics include vendor applications, day sponsors, and updates regarding SNAP and Market Match programs.

• Approval of March 9, 2023 minutes
• 2023 season in review
• 2024 season planning for vendors and sponsors
• Updates on SNAP and Market Match
• Discussion regarding parking and construction

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is reviewing several redevelopment initiatives and a proposed plan for the 6400 block of W. Greenfield Ave. The meeting includes discussions on the Allis Yards residential project and the Foundry District Plan.

• Discussion of Allis Yards residential development by Land by Label
• Amendment to S.B. Friedman Development Advisors contract not to exceed $25,000
• Subrecipient Agreement for 2023 federal H.O.M.E. funds from Milwaukee County
• Discussion of the draft long range Foundry District Plan
• Resolution to prepare a plan for Tax Increment District No. 20 at 6400 Block of W. Greenfield Avenue

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The Economic Development Loan Task Force will meet to review several loan resolutions. The items include proposed terms and conditions for business loans at various locations in West Allis.

• $50,000 loan proposal for Bad Charlie LLC and MB Dining LLC d/b/a The Reunion Restaurant at 6610 W. National Ave.
• $50,000 loan proposal for West Allis Center for Early Education at 11112 W. National Ave.
• $50,000 loan proposal for Dunn’s Sporting Goods, Inc. at 6034 W. National Ave.
• $50,000 loan proposal for Urban Harvest Brewing Company, LLC at 1825 S. 72 St.

Block Grant Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023 CDBG performance report. Members will also discuss a recommendation to the Common Council regarding this report and review the FY 2024 CDBG entitlement award and revised budget.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2023 CDBG Performance and Evaluation Report
• Recommendation to the Common Council regarding the 2023 CDBG report
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2024 CDBG Entitlement Award and revised budget

Common Council

The Common Council will consider property rezonings and street reconstruction assessments. The agenda also includes reviewing infrastructure contracts, business grants, and city appointments.

• Rezoning of 5032 W. Rogers St. to I-1 Industrial
• $388,999 contract for sidewalk repairs by State Contractors Inc.
• $1,500,000 Brownfield fund for the future Public Works building
• $110,000 engineering agreement for 96th Street Pump Station generator
• Facade improvement grants of up to $20,000 for local businesses