West Allis public meetings in 2025
165 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The Administrative Appeals Review Board will meet to review two appeals concerning dangerous dog orders. The board may enter a closed session to deliberate on these quasi-judicial hearings.
- Appeal by Brian Huerta-Maus regarding a Prohibited Dangerous Dog Order for Zeus at 7340 W. Cleveland Ave.
- Appeal by Willie Larks regarding a Dangerous Dog Order for Loki at 3346 S. 113th St. Apt. 3.
Fair Housing Board
The Fair Housing Board will consider approval of the draft minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. The board will receive a report on the status of the Dompke Fair Housing complaint concerning the property at 7601 W. Becher St. No other actions are listed.
- Approval of draft minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting (Agenda item C).
- Report on status of Dompke Fair Housing complaint at 7601 W. Becher St. (Agenda item D).
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to interview candidates for Police Lieutenant and Fire Department Deputy Chief positions. In open session, the board will consider approvals including completion of probation for Officer Mason Howe, a Detective Promotion List, and promotions to Deputy Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, and Equipment Operator. Two contracts will be voted on: one for ImageTrend Preplan Software and another for use of the Milwaukee Fire Department Shop. Various department reports and a financial report are also on the agenda.
- Closed session: Police Department Lieutenant interviews
- Closed session: Fire Department Deputy Chief interviews
- Request for approval: Promotion to Deputy Chief (item 13)
- Request for approval: Contract for ImageTrend Preplan Software (item 17)
- Request for approval: Contract for use of Milwaukee Fire Department Shop (item 18)
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting and closed session on December 18, 2025, at the West Allis Fire Department. The primary item on the agenda is a request for approval of promotions to the rank of Lieutenant within the Police Department.
- Request for approval: Promotions to Lieutenant
- Regular meeting and closed session
- Meeting location: West Allis Fire Department, 7332 W. National Ave.
Plan Commission
The West Allis Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a religious institution and amendments to a restaurant's design review. The body will also discuss the West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan.
- Conditional Use Permit for First Spiritualist Church of West Allis at 8603 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for First Spiritualist Church of West Allis
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Amendment for Corvina Restaurant at 6038 W. Lincoln Ave.
- West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan
- Plan Commissioner Survey 2025
The commission approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting. It also approved a conditional use permit and site/landscape design review for the First Spiritualist Church, a design amendment for the Corvina restaurant, and the West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan. The survey and project‑tracking items were discussed but not decided.
- Approved 25-0450 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved 25-0493 Conditional Use Permit for First Spiritualist Church (motion carried)
- Approved 25-0494 Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for First Spiritualist Church (motion carried)
- Approved 25-0495 Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Amendment for Corvina restaurant (motion carried)
- Approved 25-0502 West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan (motion carried)
- Discussed 25-0496 Plan Commission Survey (no decision)
- Discussed 25-0503 Project Tracking update (no decision)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider a 2% pay increase for non-represented employees, authorize the purchase of a Ford Transit van and dump truck, and adopt the West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing on sidewalk repairs and various property privileges.
- Ordinance to increase non-represented employee pay by 2%
- Authorization to purchase a 2026 Ford Transit van for $53,198.50
- Authorization to purchase a 2026 Ford F-450 dump truck for $113,442.50
- Public hearing on sidewalk repairs in the 108th St. area
- Adoption of the West Allis Bike, Pedestrian, and Mobility Plan
The Common Council adopted the 2026 Sanitary Sewer User Charge-MMSD Portion. It also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford F-450 4WD with snowplow for $113,442.50 and a 2026 Ford Transit cargo van for $53,198.50. Additional actions included amending contracts with AECOM Technical Services and Ramboll Environ and authorizing a new permit fee for 24‑inch water main taps.
- Adopted 2026 Sanitary Sewer User Charge-MMSD Portion (R-2025-5597)
- Approved purchase of Ford F-450 4WD with snowplow for $113,442.50 (R-2025-5197)
- Approved purchase of Ford Transit cargo van for $53,198.50 (R-2025-5196)
- Amended AECOM Technical Services contract up to $21,400 (R-2025-4956)
- Amended Ramboll Environ contract up to $26,000 (R-2025-5660)
- Authorized new permit fee for 24‑inch water main taps (R-2025-5549)
- Approved purchase of real estate at 7220 W. National Ave. (R-2025-5661)
- Granted privilege to property at 7033 W. National Ave. (R-2025-4989)
🗳️ How they voted (40 roll-call votes)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will discuss the West Allis Housing Market Study and consider a resolution to approve a development agreement with Habitat for Humanity for properties at 6901 and 69** W. Beloit Rd. They will also vote on an additional $50,000 for Ramboll for remedial planning at several former Motor Castings site addresses. A development proposal from Mandel Group for Lots 3 and 4 in the Six Points Farmers Market Redevelopment Area will be discussed, along with a report on multiple TIF districts and redevelopment initiatives. Items 4 and 5 may go into closed session for competitive or bargaining reasons.
- Resolution to approve a Development Agreement between CDA and Habitat for Humanity – Milwaukee for properties at 6901 and 69** W. Beloit Rd.
- Resolution to add $50,000 to Ramboll Americas Engineering Solutions' scope for remedial planning at 6500 W. Washington, 13** S. 65 St., 1200 S. 65 St., and 11** S. 64 St. (Motor Castings site).
- Discussion of development proposal from Mandel Group for Lot 3 and Lot 4 within the Six Points Farmers Market Redevelopment Area.
- Discussion on the West Allis Housing Market Study prepared by Tracy Cross.
- Report on redevelopment initiatives covering TIF districts (e.g., 84th & Greenfield, 68th & Mitchell, The Market, West Lincoln Corridor, Novonesis Expansion) and other projects.
The Community Development Authority approved a development agreement with Habitat for Humanity to build two affordable homes, with the motion carried unanimously (7-0). The board also approved an additional $50,000 for Ramboll Americas Engineering Services for remedial planning assistance, also carried 7-0. Meeting minutes from November 11 were approved and the session was recessed into closed session to discuss items 4 and 5 before adjourning.
- Approved November 11 minutes (25-0497) – motion carried
- Approved Habitat for Humanity development agreement (25-0499) – 7 Ayes, 0 Noes
- Approved additional $50,000 for Ramboll services (25-0500) – 7 Ayes, 0 Noes
- Moved to closed session to discuss items 4 and 5 – motion carried
- Adjourned meeting – motion carried
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will meet to approve minutes, hear a request from Street Angels, receive an MCFLS update, and conduct a performance evaluation of the Library Director. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the director's goals, followed by reconvening in open session.
- Closed session to discuss Library Director performance evaluation (Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c))
- Request from Street Angels for consideration (Item 25-0492)
- MCFLS Update (Item 25-0458)
- Approval of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
- Claims and Finance Report
The Library Board approved the Street Angels request to place a mobile shower trailer in the library parking lot each week. The board also approved the December 2025 Claims and Finance Report and the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It decided not to issue an RFP for the MCFLS delivery service and elected Liz Suelzer as MCFLS Board President. The performance evaluation of the Library Director was tabled until the January meeting.
- Approved Street Angels mobile shower trailer request (motion approved)
- Approved December 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (motion approved)
- Decided not to issue RFP for MCFLS delivery service (no RFP)
- Elected Liz Suelzer as MCFLS Board President (election confirmed)
- Tabled Library Director performance evaluation until January meeting
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will discuss a $33,391.74 donation to the Senior Center trust from the sale of donated hydrocarbon interests, potential acquisition of 7220 W. National Avenue property, and the 2026 event calendar. They will also hear updates from the ERAS Senior Network and staff. Minutes from previous meetings are up for approval.
- Donation of $33,391.74 to Senior Center trust from sale of donated hydrocarbon interests
- Potential acquisition of the 7220 W. National Avenue property
- Discussion of 2026 Senior Center event calendar
- Sign-up for Commissioner-led Presentations in 2026
- Common Council approval of agreement for sale of donated hydrocarbon interests (status update)
Common Council
This is an informal gathering of the Common Council for a groundbreaking ceremony at 1405 S. 92nd St. No formal action will be taken.
- Groundbreaking ceremony at former St. Aloysius Church, 1405 S. 92nd St.
Block Grant Committee
The Block Grant Committee will consider the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, including project requests and budget options. The committee will also hold a public hearing on these requests.
- Approval of October 16, 2025 draft minutes
- Consideration of FY 2026 CDBG project requests
- Review of FY 2026 CDBG budget options
- Public hearing on FY 2026 CDBG project requests
- Recommendation to Common Council on CDBG requests
The committee approved the meeting minutes (25-0449) with a correction that Holly Patzer was not present. Items 2‑4 regarding FY 2026 CDBG budget options, public hearing, and project requests were discussed but not decided. The committee approved a recommendation to the Common Council for the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant projects. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved meeting minutes (25-0449) with correction (motion carried)
- Discussed FY 2026 CDBG budget options (no decision)
- Discussed public hearing on FY 2026 CDBG requests (no decision)
- Discussed consideration of FY 2026 CDBG project requests (no decision)
- Approved recommendation to Common Council for FY 2026 CDBG projects (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The Southwest Suburban Health Department board will consider approving minutes from its August and September meetings. They will discuss workforce development competencies, harm reduction safer use kits, and receive reports on communicable diseases, legislative updates, the senior center, and the health department. No specific ordinances or expenditure amounts are listed for action.
- Approval of draft minutes from August 28 and September 25, 2025
- Discussion on workforce development public health core competencies
- Discussion on harm reduction safer use kits
- Quarterly communicable diseases report
- Legislative update
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will discuss several departmental reports and consider multiple approval requests. Items include a promotion request for a fire deputy chief, purchase approvals for seven police squad cars and new Motorola dispatch equipment, and a collective bargaining agreement with the police union. The commission will also hold closed‑session discussions on police officer discipline and fire chief goal setting.
- Request to consider promotion to Deputy Chief (Fire Department)
- Request for purchase approval: seven (7) squad cars in 2026 (Police Department)
- Request for purchase approval: Motorola Command Central and Dispatch Console (Police Department)
- Request for approval: collective bargaining agreement with WAPPA for 2026‑2029
- Closed session: discipline of two police officers
Common Council
This is an informal gathering of the West Allis Common Council for a Community Conversation at St. Barnabas Congregation. No formal decisions or votes will be taken at this event. The meeting is open to the public, but comments require advance scheduling with the chair.
- Community Conversation event at St. Barnabas Congregation, 2025 S. 67th Pl.
- No formal action or votes will be taken
- Public comment requires advance scheduling with committee chair
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The board will consider an appeal by Jennifer Jones of a dangerous dog order issued October 16, 2025 for a dog named Zeus at 9315 W. Mitchell St. The board may also enter closed session to deliberate on the case. Approval of meeting minutes from October 27, 2025 is also on the agenda.
- Appeal by Jennifer Jones of Dangerous Dog Order for Zeus at 9315 W. Mitchell St.
- Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) for quasi-judicial deliberation
- Approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
The Administrative Appeals Review Board approved the minutes from the October 27 meeting. The board voted unanimously to uphold the prohibited dangerous animal order issued to Jennifer Jones for her dog Zeus. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved minutes 25-0475 (motion carried)
- Uphold dangerous dog order for Zeus at 9315 W. Mitchell St. (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Historical Commission
The West Allis Historical Commission will hold a regular working session on November 12, 2025. Items include a financial report, a report from the West Allis Historical Society, discussion of the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds, discussion of time capsules from St. Aloysius Church, and an update on nominations for the National Register of Historic Designation subgrant. Public comment is allowed only by prior arrangement with the chair.
- Financial report for period ending 11/1/25 from Vice Chair/Treasurer Devan Gracyalny
- Discussion of the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Discussion of time capsules obtained from St. Aloysius Church
- Update on nominations as part of Subgrant for National Register of Historic Designation
- Approval of draft minutes from September 10, 2025
The commission approved the September 10 draft minutes (motion carried). The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously at 5:51 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved 25-0456 September 10 draft minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion carried)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider the 2026 operating and capital budgets, a police labor contract, and various fee increases. The meeting also includes public hearings for conditional use permits and a report on checks issued totaling $6.6 million.
- Ordinance to approve 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Resolution for 2026-2029 Police Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Resolution to approve 2026 sanitary sewer usage rate change
- Resolution to approve increase in solid waste user charge
- Public hearings for massage therapy and light motor vehicle sales permits
The West Allis Common Council approved a Vision Zero resolution setting a citywide goal of zero traffic‑related deaths or serious injuries by 2037. It also adopted a new collective bargaining agreement with the West Allis Professional Police Association for 2026‑2029 and approved the 2026 operating budget appropriation. Additional actions included a health‑insurance benefits plan, a development agreement, and several licensing and permit approvals.
- Approved Consent Agenda items #4‑#16, including No Parking ordinance and rate changes (10‑0 roll call)
- Adopted Vision Zero resolution setting goal of zero traffic deaths by 2037
- Adopted collective bargaining agreement with West Allis Professional Police Association for 2026‑2029
- Approved Ordinance O‑2025‑0441 appropriating funds for City operations in calendar year 2026
- Adopted Resolution R‑2025‑4305 establishing health, dental, and vision insurance plans for 2026‑2027
- Approved Purchase and Sale and Development Agreement with F Street 92, LLC for 1405 S. 92nd St.
- Granted new Class A liquor and beer license to Pan‑Asia Supermarket, 6910 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for massage therapy at The Beauty Collective, 11212 W. Greenfield Ave.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will consider resolutions related to the redevelopment of the former Motor Castings Company site, including a purchase agreement amendment and up to $50,000 in additional legal services. Other items include a purchase and sale agreement for 1405 S. 92 St., an easement for We Energies, and updates on housing voucher payment standards and redevelopment initiatives.
- Resolution to amend purchase agreement for former Motor Castings site (1323 S. 65 St.)
- Additional legal services from Foley & Lardner not to exceed $50,000 for Motor Castings redevelopment
- Purchase and Sale Agreement with F Street 92, LLC for property at 1405 S. 92 St.
- Resolution to establish 2026 payment standards for housing choice voucher program
- Discussion of energy efficiency improvements at Beloit Road Senior Housing
The Community Development Authority approved a purchase and sale agreement with F Street 92, LLC for the property at 1405 S. 92 St. It also approved an easement for We Energies, a first amendment to the Motor Castings site purchase, a $50,000 legal‑counsel amendment with Foley & Lardner, the 2026 housing voucher payment standards, and a contract with Allison Curtain/Barchetta Real Estate Group. All motions carried with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.
- Approved Purchase & Sale Agreement with F Street 92, LLC (6‑0)
- Approved easement for We Energies at 1405 S. 92 St. (7‑0)
- Approved First Amendment to Motor Castings site purchase (7‑0)
- Approved legal‑counsel amendment with Foley & Lardner up to $50,000 (7‑0)
- Approved 2026 housing choice voucher payment standards (7‑0)
- Approved contract with Allison Curtain, Barchetta Real Estate Group (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive an update on the Lead Service Line Replacement program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 15 and routine procedural items. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Lead Service Line Replacement progress update (2025-108802)
The Committee of the Whole approved the July 15, 2025 minutes (2025-4869) after Ald. Halvorsen moved and Ald. Nowling seconded; the motion carried. The committee then adjourned at 6:49 p.m. after a motion by Ald. Halvorsen, seconded by Ald. Nowling, which also carried. No other actions were taken.
- Approved 2025-4869 July 15th minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:49 p.m. (motion carried)
Public Beautification Committee
The Public Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, conduct a year-end review, hear a presentation on the Wildlife Habitat Community from Elm Grove's Beautification chairperson, and discuss meeting dates for 2026. The agenda is largely procedural with a guest presentation.
- Year-end review (item 25-0466)
- Wildlife Habitat Community presentation by Nicci Sternitzky, Elm Grove Beautification chairperson (item 25-0462)
- Discussion of meeting dates for 2026 (item 25-0464)
- Approval of minutes from July 15 and September 8, 2025 (items 25-0406 and 2025-8829)
The committee did not approve any minutes or take action on any agenda items. Items such as the July 15 and September 8 2025 minutes, the year‑end review, a wildlife habitat presentation, and 2026 meeting dates were deferred to future meetings.
- July 15, 2025 minutes – no action taken
- September 8, 2025 minutes – no action taken
- Year‑end review – no action taken
- Wildlife Habitat community presentation – no action taken
- 2026 meeting dates – no action taken
Joint Review Board
The Joint Review Board will review public records, planning documents, and resolutions passed by the Community Development Authority and City Council regarding Tax Incremental Districts 7 and 21. The board will consider resolutions approving amended project plans for TID 7 and the creation of TID 21.
- Review of TID 7 Project Plan Amendment
- Review of TID 21 Project Plan
- Resolution approving TID 7 amended project plan
- Resolution approving creation of TID 21
- Review of signed resolutions for TIF 7 and TIF 21
The Joint Review Board voted unanimously to approve an amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7. It also approved the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 21. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. The board additionally approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approved amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7 (5-0)
- Approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 21 (5-0)
- Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:30 a.m. (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Common Council
This is a notice of an informal gathering where a possible quorum of the Common Council may attend an informational presentation at the Beautification Committee meeting. No formal action will be taken. The agenda is procedural only.
- Informational presentation at the Beautification Committee meeting on November 10, 2025
Common Council
The Common Council will conduct public hearings on the Mayor's recommended 2026 Operating and Capital budgets. The body will also consider various contracts, property privileges, and a conditional use permit for a religious institution.
- Public hearings for 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Contract with Compass Minerals for 1,200 tons of road salt for $99,840
- Conditional Use Permit for RCCG Household of God at 6228 W. Washington St.
- Contract with Westrum Leak Detection for water system services up to $18,500 annually for three years
- Bid approval for Energenecs for Grant St. pumping station SCADA upgrade for $45,900
The West Allis Common Council approved a consent agenda that repealed parking restrictions on the 8500 block of West National Avenue, accepted a $99,840 contract with Compass Minerals for deicing road salt, granted privileges to four businesses for specific properties, and approved a $2,000 neighborhood grant. The council also adopted resolutions authorizing a $18,500‑per‑year leak‑detection contract, a $45,900 SCADA upgrade for the Grant Street pumping station, a conditional use permit for RCCG Household of God at 6228 W. Washington St., and a resolution supporting child‑abuse reporting legislation.
- Repealed parking restrictions on 8500 Block of West National Ave (Ordinance O-2025-0435) – Passed
- Approved $99,840 contract with Compass Minerals for 1,200 tons of deicing road salt – Adopted
- Granted privileges to JFM 68 LLC, St. Augustine, Panda Hut West Allis, and Cook Specialty for specific properties – Adopted
- Approved $2,000 Neighborhood Small Grant to Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association – Adopted
- Authorized Public Works Director to contract with Westrum Leak Detection up to $18,500 annually for three years – Adopted
- Approved $45,900 Energenecs bid for Grant St. pumping station SCADA upgrade – Adopted
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for RCCG Household of God at 6228 W. Washington St. with specified hours – Adopted
- Adopted resolution supporting legislative bills mandating reporting of threatened or suspected child abuse – Adopted
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Common Council
This is an informal gathering of the Common Council for the ENGAGE West Allis event. No formal action will be taken, and the council will not vote on any items. The meeting is a community outreach opportunity, not a decision-making session.
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will meet to review the 2025-2027 Milwaukee County Area Aging Plan. The body will also discuss presentations to be led by commissioners in 2026.
- Publication Review: 2025-2027 Milwaukee County Area Aging Plan
- Discussion of Commissioner-led Presentations in 2026
- ERAS Senior Network Update
Common Council
This is an informal gathering of the Common Council and Police & Fire Commission for a Neighborhood Partnership Meeting. No formal action will be taken. The meeting notice is procedural only.
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The Administrative Appeals Review Board will consider three appeals: two from dog owners contesting dangerous dog orders issued in September, and one from Timothy Young appealing a residency decision regarding 2027 S. 79th St. The board may hold a closed session to deliberate on the cases. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 12, 2025.
- Appeal by Joel Galarza of dangerous dog order for Falcor at 1475 S. 84th St.
- Appeal by Avree L. Gundersen of dangerous dog order for Bailey at 1482 S. 84th St.
- Appeal by Timothy Young of residency decision regarding 2027 S. 79th St.
- Board may close session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) for case deliberation.
The Administrative Appeals Review Board approved the minutes from September 12, 2025. It modified the dangerous dog order for Falcor at 1475 S. 84th St., adding a spring‑loaded gate, signage, $100,000 insurance and a muzzle requirement, with the motion passing unanimously. It also modified the order for Bailey at 1482 S. 84th St., adding signage, a muzzle requirement, $100,000 insurance and a park ban, with the motion passing while Mayor Devine abstained. The board denied a residency appeal for 2027 S. 79th St. and then adjourned.
- Approved September 12, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Modified dangerous dog order for Falcor at 1475 S. 84th St.; added gate, latch, signage, $100,000 insurance, muzzle requirement (unanimous)
- Modified dangerous dog order for Bailey at 1482 S. 84th St.; added signage, muzzle requirement, $100,000 insurance, park prohibition (Mayor Devine abstained)
- Denied residency appeal for 2027 S. 79th St. (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Plan Commission
The West Allis Plan Commission will review several conditional use permits and site plan reviews for new businesses, including a restaurant, a production facility, and an auto dealership. The body will also discuss scheduling for future meetings.
- Conditional Use Permit for Makers Row restaurant and lounge at 6601 W. National Ave
- Conditional Use Permit for Fork Farms production use at 6601 W. National Ave
- Conditional Use Permit for AMP Automotive LLC light motor vehicle sales at 10150 W. National Ave
- Site plan review for alterations at 7836 W. Becher St
- Sign plan appeal for WAWM Activity and Fitness Center at 1300 S. 109 St
The commission approved conditional use permits and site, landscaping, and architectural design reviews for several projects, including AMP Automotive, The Beauty Collective, S&A Bellas Suite Beauty Salon, Ope Brewing, the WAWM Activity and Fitness Center sign appeal, 7836 W. Becher St. alterations, Makers Row restaurant, and Fork Farms. All motions were carried without recorded vote counts. The commission also discussed moving the next meeting date to December 10, 2025.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for AMP Automotive LLC (10150 W. National Ave.)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for The Beauty Collective MKE (11212 W. Greenfield Ave.)
- Approved design review for S&A Bellas Suite Beauty Salon (7500 W. Lincoln Ave.)
- Approved design review for Ope Brewing site changes (6751 W. National Ave.)
- Approved sign plan appeal for WAWM Activity and Fitness Center (1300 S. 109 St.)
- Approved design review for alterations at 7836 W. Becher St.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for Makers Row restaurant and lounge (6601 W. National Ave.)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for Fork Farms production use (6601 W. National Ave.)
Library Board
The Library Board will consider approval of September meeting minutes, the claims and finance report, and unfinished business including the proposed 2026 Library Operating Budget. New business items include an update from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System, an appearance by City Administrator Erin Hirn, the Terchak Fund report, the 2026 schedule of holidays and closings, and a discussion of the library strategic plan.
- 2026 Library Operating Budget (proposed, with city budget calendar)
- Library Strategic Plan discussion (item 25-0409)
- MCFLS Update (Milwaukee County Federated Library System)
- Appearance by West Allis City Administrator Erin Hirn
- Terchak Fund Report (October 2025)
The West Allis Library Board approved the 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan, the 2026 Schedule of Holidays and Closings, and the October 2025 Claims and Finance Report. It also set the next meeting for December 3, 2025. All motions were moved, seconded, and approved without recorded vote counts.
- Approved the 2026‑2030 West Allis Public Library Strategic Plan (motion approved)
- Approved the 2026 Schedule of Holidays and Closings (motion approved)
- Approved the October 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Approved the September 24, 2025 Library Board meeting minutes (motion approved)
- Approved the 2026 Library Operating Budget as previously approved (no new action)
- Set the next Library Board meeting for Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (motion approved)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider the 2026 Mayor's Recommended Budget, approve contracts for traffic safety beacons and fiber optics, and vote on ordinances regarding vehicle impoundment and recovery residences.
- 2026 Mayor's Recommended Budget presentation
- Contract with TAPCO for traffic beacons ($24,000)
- Ordinance on impoundment of reckless driving vehicles
- Ordinance adding recovery residence as conditional use
- Economic Development Loans to Family Cycleworks ($100,000) and Grebe's Bakeries ($50,000)
The Common Council adopted a new Tax Incremental District No. 21, with one alderperson voting no. It passed ordinances to increase lot‑coverage limits for accessory buildings and to add recovery residences as a conditional use. The council also approved several economic‑development loans, infrastructure contracts, and held a conditional use permit for a religious institution.
- Adopted Tax Incremental District No. 21 (one no from Ald. Roadt)
- Passed O‑2025‑0393 ordinance increasing lot‑coverage maximum for residential accessory buildings (block vote 10‑0)
- Passed O‑2025‑0394 ordinance adding recovery residence as a conditional use (block vote 10‑0)
- Approved $100,000 Economic Development Loan to Family Cycleworks (block vote 10‑0)
- Approved $50,000 Economic Development Loan to Grebe’s Bakeries (block vote 10‑0)
- Approved TAPCO contract for flashing beacon systems up to $24,000 (block vote 10‑0)
- Approved CableCom contract to install fiber optic for new Public Works Facility (block vote 10‑0)
- Held Conditional Use Permit for RCCG Household of God at 6228 W. Washington St. (pending)
🗳️ How they voted (32 roll-call votes)
Fair Housing Board
The West Allis Fair Housing Board will discuss and decide on promoting fair housing in 2026, including selecting a theme, due date, judging, and awards. The board will also receive a status update on the Dompke fair housing complaint. Additionally, they will approve draft minutes from previous meetings and set the next meeting date.
- Approval of draft minutes from October 21, 2024 and September 30, 2025
- Discussion and action on promoting fair housing in 2026, including theme, due date, judging, and awards
- Status update on the Dompke fair housing complaint
- Decision on next meeting date
The board approved the draft minutes for October 21, 2024 and September 30, 2025. It approved a 2026 fair‑housing promotion that will send information to West Allis‑West Milwaukee school principals, display posters and essays in the library rotunda during April 2026, set a March 6, 2026 due date, and give participation awards. The board noted the status of the Dompke fair‑housing complaint and scheduled the next annual meeting for October 26, 2026.
- Approved October 21, 2024 and September 30, 2025 draft minutes (motion carried)
- Approved 2026 fair‑housing promotion plan, including school outreach and library displays (motion carried)
- Approved status update on Dompke fair‑housing complaint; investigation to continue through December (motion carried)
- Approved next annual meeting date of October 26, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 1:25 p.m. (motion carried)
Economic Development Loan Task Force
The West Allis Economic Development Loan Task Force will meet virtually to review and approve two resolutions authorizing loans to local businesses. The body will consider a $100,000 loan for a bike shop and a $50,000 loan for a bakery.
- Resolution approving a $100,000 Economic Development Loan to Family Cycleworks at 6651 W. National Ave.
- Resolution approving a $50,000 Economic Development Loan to Grebe’s Bakeries, Inc. at 5132 W. Lincoln Ave.
- Approval of draft minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting.
- Meeting held virtually at City Hall - Room 210.
- Public comments must be scheduled with the chair prior to the meeting.
The Economic Development Loan Task Force approved the draft minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $100,000 loan to Family Cycleworks at 6651 W. National Ave and a $50,000 loan to Grebe’s Bakeries, Inc. at 5132 W. Lincoln Ave. All motions carried.
- Approved draft minutes of the April 15, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
- Approved $100,000 loan to Family Cycleworks, 6651 W. National Ave (motion carried)
- Approved $50,000 loan to Grebe’s Bakeries, Inc., 5132 W. Lincoln Ave (motion carried)
Block Grant Committee
The Block Grant Committee will review the five-year Consolidated Plan goals for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and consider funding requests for fiscal year 2025 to prepare the annual action plan. Members will also examine a mid-year performance report covering expenditures from January 1 through June 30, 2025, with reports on administration, public services, housing rehabilitation, economic development, and public facilities activities.
- Review of National Objectives and Goals within the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for CDBG
- Review of CDBG funding requests for FY 2025 for the annual action plan
- Mid-year Performance Report for 2025 with expenditures Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2025
- Reports on Program Administration, Public Service, Housing Rehabilitation, Economic Development, and Public Facilities activities
- CDBG applicant summaries and 2026 budget draft provided as attachments
The Block Grant Committee approved the draft minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the review of national objectives and goals for the Community Development Block Grant program, FY 2025 funding requests, performance reports, and upcoming activities. The next scheduled meeting was set for November 20, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 6:56 p.m.
- Approved March 13, 2025 draft minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:56 p.m. (motion carried)
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will consider and potentially approve a new four-year collective bargaining agreement with the West Allis Professional Firefighter's Association, Local 3042. The board will also discuss a request for increased pay and vacation accrual for lateral police hires, and vote on several fire department promotions and a Cellebrite purchase. A closed session is scheduled for a goal-setting review with the Fire Chief.
- Approval of 2026-2029 collective bargaining agreement with West Allis Professional Firefighter's Association, Local 3042
- Discussion and request for increased pay and vacation accrual for all lateral police hires upon hire
- Request for purchase approval: Cellebrite Premium (forensic software)
- Initiation of Detective and Sergeant promotional processes in Police Department
- Approval of promotions to Captain, Lieutenant, Equipment Operator, and Deputy Chief in Fire Department
The Police and Fire Commission approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized a three-year Cellebrite Premium subscription for the police department. It also approved several police and fire promotions, including detective and sergeant promotions and fire lieutenant and deputy chief promotions. Finally, the commission unanimously approved the 2026‑2029 collective bargaining agreement with the West Allis Professional Firefighter’s Association.
- Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 3-year Cellebrite Premium subscription (5-0)
- Approved initiation of Detective promotional process (5-0)
- Approved initiation of Sergeant promotional process (5-0)
- Approved promotion of EO Matthew Schmitz to Lieutenant (5-0)
- Approved promotion of Lieutenant Tyson Novinska to Deputy Chief (5-0)
- Approved promotion of Firefighter Garrett Schaefer to Lieutenant (5-0)
- Approved 2026-2029 collective bargaining agreement with West Allis Professional Firefighter’s Association (5-0)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to amend its annual plan for HUD's Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. The meeting also includes discussions on the status of several redevelopment properties, including the former St. Aloysius site at 1405 S. 92 St., 9220 W. Greenfield Ave., and former Motor Castings properties. The authority may convene in closed session to deliberate on investing public funds for competitive or bargaining reasons.
- Public hearing and resolution to approve amendment to CDA's annual plan for HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program.
- Discussion of purchase, sale, and development agreement for former St. Aloysius property at 1405 S. 92 St.
- Discussion on property at 9220 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Discussion on former Motor Castings properties in the S. 65 St. and W. Washington St. corridor.
- Redevelopment initiatives report covering multiple TIF districts including TIF 11 (84th & Greenfield), TIF 14 (68th & Mitchell), and others.
The Community Development Authority approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved an amendment to the Authority’s Annual Plan for the HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, with a 5‑0 vote. The remaining agenda items were discussed but no further actions were taken.
- Approved Sep 30, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved amendment to annual Section 8 HCV plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Common Council
This is a notice of an informal gathering for a possible quorum of the Common Council to attend the grand opening of Slingshot Bar. No formal business will be conducted and no votes will be taken at this event.
Board of Appeals
The Board of Appeals will consider two area variance requests: one from Charern Lee for a lot split involving a non-conforming structure at 2214 S. 60th St., and one from Megan Grinnell to build a fence in the front yard at 2407 S. 79th St. The board may approve, deny, or modify the variances after discussion.
- Appeal by Charern Lee for an area variance to Sec. 19.41 for a legacy non-conforming structure due to a proposed lot split at 2214 S. 60th St. (Tax Key 474-0383-000)
- Appeal by Megan Grinnell for an area variance to Sec. 13.31 to construct a fence in the front yard of a single-family residence at 2407 S. 79th St. (Tax Key 488-0162-000)
- Approval of draft minutes from August 19, 2025
The Board approved the draft minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It approved Charern Lee's area variance (Sec. 19.41) to split the lot at 2214 S. 60th St for a low‑density single‑family home. It also approved Megan Grinnell's area variance (Sec. 13.31) to construct a 4‑ft front‑yard fence at 2407 S. 79th St. All motions carried.
- Approved draft minutes from August 19, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved area variance Sec. 19.41 for lot split at 2214 S. 60th St (motion carried)
- Approved area variance Sec. 13.31 for 4‑ft front fence at 2407 S. 79th St (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, a proposed 5+ unit dwelling at 1600 S. 66th St. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including creating an Electrical Worker position, authorizing special counsel for a VJS Construction Services lawsuit, and purchasing a vacuum truck for $618,002. Committees will discuss the August 9 flood event, recycling program updates, and amendments to Tax Incremental Districts No. 7 and No. 21.
- Conditional Use Permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, Lot 3, a 5+ unit dwelling at 1600 S. 66th St.
- Resolution authorizing special counsel to defend claims by VJS Construction Services regarding concealed conditions at 1906 S. 53rd St.
- Resolution to purchase one 2025 Super Products Mud Dog 1200 Vacuum Hydro-Excavation Truck for $618,002.
- Resolution approving a collective bargaining agreement with West Allis Professional Fire Fighter’s Association, Local 342, for 2026-2029.
- New Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premise licenses for Sir Frank’s (7534 W. Beloit Rd.) and Fat Patty’s (2865 S. 108th St.).
The Common Council approved the Consent Agenda items #3‑#21 with a unanimous 10‑0 vote, adopted a $29,585.22 traffic mitigation grant, adopted the county hazard mitigation plan, and approved a collective bargaining agreement with the fire‑fighter union for 2026‑2029. It also approved a settlement with Robert Gendrich, granted new tavern and entertainment licenses, and approved a conditional use permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2.
- Approved Consent Agenda items #3‑#21 (10‑0)
- Adopted traffic mitigation grant of $29,585.22 for IH‑94 project
- Adopted Milwaukee County Hazard Mitigation Plan 2025
- Approved collective bargaining agreement with West Allis Professional Fire Fighter’s Association (2026‑2029)
- Approved settlement with Robert Gendrich (worker's compensation claim)
- Granted Class B Tavern license to Sir Frank’s (7534 W. Beloit Rd.)
- Granted Public Entertainment Premise license to Fat Patty’s (2865 S. 108th St.)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2 at 1600 S. 66th St.
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will hold public hearings on amending the project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7 and creating Tax Incremental District No. 21 with its boundaries and project plan. The committee will consider resolutions to approve the TID 7 amendment and establish TID 21. They will also discuss progress at 6771 W. National Ave., approve a temporary storage agreement with Ope! Brewing Company at that property, and review annual TID performance reports. The committee may convene in closed session to deliberate investing public funds.
- Public hearing on proposed amendment to Tax Incremental District No. 7 project plan
- Public hearing and resolution to create Tax Incremental District No. 21 with boundaries and project plan
- Resolution approving amendment to TID 7 project plan
- Resolution establishing TID 21 boundaries and project plan
- Temporary storage agreement with Ope! Brewing Company at 6771 W. National Ave.
The Authority approved an amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7 by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the boundaries and Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 21, also by a 7‑0 vote. Additionally, a temporary storage agreement with Ope! Brewing Company was approved unanimously. No other items received a vote.
- Approved amendment to TID 7 Project Plan (7‑0)
- Approved boundaries and Project Plan for TID 21 (7‑0)
- Approved temporary storage agreement with Ope! Brewing Co. (7‑0)
- Discussed public hearing for TID 7 amendment (no vote)
- Discussed public hearing for creation of TID 21 (no vote)
- Discussed progress at 6771 W. National Ave. in closed session (no vote)
- Reviewed 2025 annual PE‑300 reports for active TIDs (no vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:08 p.m. (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Joint Review Board
The Joint Review Board will review and discuss draft project plans for amending Tax Incremental District No. 7 and creating Tax Incremental District No. 21. The board will also consider a resolution on proposed projects within a half-mile radius of TID 7 and review annual reports on the city's active TIDs. Appointments for public member and chairperson are on the agenda.
- Appointments: public member and chairperson
- Review of draft Project Plan for amendment of Tax Incremental District No. 7
- Review of draft Project Plan for creation of Tax Incremental District No. 21
- Discussion and possible action on resolution regarding half-mile radius projects for TID 7
- Review annual PE-300 reports and status of active Tax Incremental Districts
The Joint Review Board approved the meeting minutes and appointed Wayne Clark as a public member and Mayor Dan Devine as chairperson. It approved a resolution covering projects within a half‑mile radius of Tax Incremental District 7. The board also set the next meeting for November 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. and adjourned.
- Approved meeting minutes (25-0334) – motion carried
- Appointed Wayne Clark as public member – motion carried
- Appointed Mayor Dan Devine as chairperson – motion carried
- Approved half‑mile radius resolution for Tax Incremental District 7 – vote 4‑0 (aye: Mayor Devine, Rep of Milwaukee County, Rep of Milwaukee Area Technical College, Rep of WA‑WM School District; no: 0)
- Set next meeting date: November 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. – motion carried
- Adjourned the meeting – unanimous vote
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The Southwest Suburban Health Department will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on three items: the 2026 budget, a service agreement with the Village of West Milwaukee, and the status of Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation. No other business is listed.
- Discussion of the 2026 Budget (item 25-0335)
- Village of West Milwaukee Service Agreement (item 25-0372)
- Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Status update (item 25-0373)
Tourism Commission
The West Allis Tourism Commission will consider approving a cooperation agreement with the West Allis Conventions and Visitors Bureau and reviewing the proposed 2026 budget. The meeting will also include a discussion on the Visit Stallis tourism campaign.
- Approval of cooperation agreement with West Allis Conventions and Visitors Bureau
- Review of proposed 2026 Conventions and Visitors Bureau budget
- Review of the Visit Stallis tourism campaign
- Approval of December 2, 2024 Tourism Commission minutes
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, Lot 3, a proposed 5+ unit dwelling at 1600 S. 66th St., along with related site and design reviews. Other items include a conditional use permit for RCCG Household of God church, design amendments for Layman Brewing and Novonesis, a certified survey map for a parcel split, a sign plan appeal for Union Green, and alignment of Tax Incremental Districts 7 and 21 with the city's 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and project tracking.
- Conditional Use Permit for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, Lot 3 at 1600 S. 66th St.
- Site, landscaping, and architectural design review for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, Lot 4 at 6600 W. Mitchell St.
- Conditional Use Permit for RCCG Household of God at 6228 W. Washington St.
- Tax Incremental District project area 7 (Summit Place Business Park) alignment with 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan
- Tax Incremental District project area 21 (S. 92 & W. Greenfield Ave) alignment with 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan
The West Allis Plan Commission approved several conditional use permits and design reviews for residential, religious, industrial and brewing projects. It also approved a certified survey map to split a parcel and a signage appeal for Union Green apartments. Finally, the commission approved Tax Incremental District project areas 7 and 21 as aligned with the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for SoNa Lofts Phase 2 Lot 3 (1600 S. 66th St.)
- Approved design amendment for SoNa Lofts Phase 2 Lot 4 (6600 W. Mitchell St.)
- Approved design review for Novonesis light‑industrial use (9015 W. Maple St.)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and design review for RCCG Household of God (6228 W. Washington St.)
- Approved design review for Layman Brewing (6001 W. Madison St.)
- Approved Certified Survey Map to split parcel at 2214 S. 60th St.
- Approved signage appeal for Union Green apartments (6400 W. Greenfield Ave.) – vote 7‑0‑1
- Approved Tax Incremental District project area 7 (Summit Place Business Park) and project area 21 (S. 92 & W. Greenfield Ave.) aligning with the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will discuss and potentially decide on the proposed 2026 Library Operating Budget, including a budget calendar. Other agenda items include approval of August minutes, citizen correspondence, and a report on adult summer reading statistics. The board will also receive updates on MCFLS, staff in-service training, and a trustee guide on building accessibility.
- 2026 Library Operating Budget (proposed) and budget calendar
- Adult Summer Reading Statistics 2025
- 2026 West Milwaukee Cost per Circ Worksheet
- Correspondence from Mr. Larry Kuligowski and Ms. Tracy Brown
- Trustee Essentials – Chapter 20 on building accessibility
The Library Board approved the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the September 2025 Claims and Finance Report. They also approved a staff in‑service day on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, during which the library will be closed to the public. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved August 27, 2025 Library Board minutes (motion approved)
- Approved September 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Approved staff in‑service day on February 10, 2026; library closed that day (motion approved)
- Adjourned meeting (motion approved)
Common Council
This is an informal gathering notice for a possible quorum of the Common Council to attend the 2nd Annual West Allis Hope Walk at Greenfield Park. No formal action will be taken at this event.
- 2nd Annual West Allis Hope Walk on September 24, 2025, 4:00-6:00 PM at Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St., Area 3a
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss program spotlights regarding tablet rentals and the fitness center. The body will also receive an update from the ERAS Senior Network.
- Program Spotlight: Tablet Rental
- Program Spotlight: Fitness Center
- ERAS Senior Network Update
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will review promotions for a Police Captain and a Fire Battalion Chief. The body will also decide on the permanent status of two probationary officers and discuss fire department interim appointments.
- Request for approval: Promotion to Battalion Chief
- Request for approval: Promotion to Captain
- Request for approval: Permanent status for Probationary Officers Jesse Yiannackopoulos and Olivia Court
- Discussion and approval regarding fire department interim appointments
- Closed session interviews for Police Department Captain and Fire Department Battalion Chief
The commission approved the promotion of a fire battalion chief and a police captain, and confirmed two probationary officers as permanent staff. It also voted to convert the interim fire chief and two interim assistant chiefs to full appointments. All approvals were unanimous except the fire chief appointments, which passed with one abstention.
- Approved August 21 and September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved promotion to Fire Battalion Chief (4-0)
- Approved promotion to Police Captain (4-0)
- Approved permanent status for officers Jesse Yiannackopoulos and Olivia Court (4-0)
- Approved full appointments of Interim Fire Chief Jason Schaak and Interim Assistant Chiefs Armando Suarez Del Real and Joseph Breznik (3-0, 1 abstain)
Common Council
The Common Council will vote on a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement with Aurora Health Care for West Allis Memorial Hospital, approve a traffic mitigation agreement with WisDOT for the I-94 East West Freeway project, and consider a noise ordinance amendment. Several claims for damages, retiree health insurance policy revisions, and new liquor licenses are also on the agenda.
- Resolution to approve PILOT agreement with Aurora Health Care for property at 8901 W. Lincoln Ave.
- Resolution authorizing agreement with WisDOT to mitigate I-94 East West Freeway traffic impacts on city streets.
- Resolution to approve construction contract with Arch Solar for up to $45,030 for solar panels at Liberty Heights Pavilion.
- Resolution to authorize purchase of roll-off containers from Poynette Ironworks for $29,376.
- Ordinance to incorporate standard noise level limits into alcohol licensing laws.
The Common Council approved the consent agenda items #2‑#14, including a privilege for Source One Enterprise, purchases of garbage carts and roll‑off containers, a revision to retiree health policy, and the appointment of Amy Hutter to the Library Board. The council also adopted a PILOT agreement with West Allis Memorial Hospital and Aurora Health Care, a traffic‑mitigation agreement with WisDOT, and a $45,030 solar‑panel contract for Liberty Heights Pavilion. Additional actions included granting a tavern license to Persona Bar with amended hours, passing a noise‑level ordinance for alcohol licensing, and denying a bartender license for Tyler Richards.
- Approved Consent Agenda items #2‑#14 (10‑0 roll call)
- Adopted PILOT agreement with West Allis Memorial Hospital and Aurora Health Care
- Adopted WisDOT traffic‑mitigation agreement (I‑94 East West Freeway project)
- Approved solar‑panel contract up to $45,030 for Liberty Heights Pavilion
- Approved amendment to Blue Ribbon Organics yard‑waste contract
- Granted Persona Bar tavern license with amended hours (1 no from Ald. Roadt)
- Passed noise‑level ordinance for alcohol licensing (O‑2025‑0383)
- Denied bartender license for Tyler Richards (2025‑6464)
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The board approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to enter a closed session, then an open session, each with a 2‑0 vote. The board upheld the dangerous dog order for Codi, requiring training within six months, spay/neuter within a year, and microchipping, and allowed a review request after one year. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved July 10, 2025 AARB minutes (motion carried)
- Moved into closed session (2-0 vote)
- Moved into open session (2-0 vote)
- Uphold dangerous dog order for Codi with training, spay/neuter, microchip (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Historical Commission
The West Allis Historical Commission will approve minutes and review a financial report. The group will also discuss the Log Cabin, time capsules, and plans for a Brewfest.
- Approval of July 9, 2025 minutes
- Review of financial report for period ending 9/1/25
- Discussion regarding Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Discussion regarding time capsules from St. Aloysius Church
- Planning for a Brewfest at the Historical Society
The commission approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Nowling and a second by Gracyalny. The Mt. Hope presentation was approved as part of the subgrant for National Register designation. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved Mt. Hope presentation for National Register subgrant
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
Community Development Authority
The West Allis Community Development Authority will discuss a Habitat for Humanity proposal at 6901 W. Beloit Road and consider resolutions to amend consulting contracts (including one with S.B. Friedman for up to $25,000), approve a purchase agreement for former Motor Castings parcels, and initiate plans for Tax Increment District #21. Multiple TIF district amendments and redevelopment updates are also on the agenda.
- Habitat for Humanity proposal for 6901 W. Beloit Road
- Resolution to amend S.B. Friedman financial consulting contract (not to exceed $25,000)
- Purchase agreement for Motor Castings properties at 6500 W. Washington St. and adjacent streets
- Resolution to prepare a project plan for Tax Increment District #21 at S. 92nd St. and Greenfield Ave.
- Discussion on the Foundry District Pedestrian Trail
The Community Development Authority approved a purchase agreement for four parcels at 6500 W. Washington St., 13?? S. 65th St., 11?? S. 64th St., and 11?? S. 65th St. It also approved several contracts and tax‑increment‑finance (TIF) actions, including a $25,000 amendment to the S.B. Friedman consulting contract and a professional services contract with Ehlers for TIF planning. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.
- Approved purchase agreement for four Motor Castings Company properties (motion carried)
- Approved amendment to S.B. Friedman consulting contract up to $25,000 (motion carried)
- Approved amendment to Lutheran Social Services Family Self‑Sufficiency contract (motion carried)
- Authorized Executive Director to prepare Project Plan for TIF District 21 (motion carried)
- Approved amendment to TIF District 7 and donation of increments to TIF Districts 6 and 13 (motion carried)
- Approved professional services contract with Ehlers for TIF 21 and TIF 7 amendments (motion carried)
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting with a closed session to interview candidates for a police officer position. The commission will consider two approval requests: establishing a police department eligibility list and hiring from that list. After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session to address any other agenda items.
- Interview candidates for Police Officer position (closed session)
- Approval request to establish police department eligibility list
- Approval request to hire from the established eligibility list
- Motion to convene closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c)
- Meeting location: 11301 W. Lincoln Ave., West Allis, WI
The Police and Fire Commission approved establishing a police department eligibility list. The commission also approved hiring a police officer from that eligibility list; both motions carried with four ayes and zero nays. Afterward, the commission convened a closed session to interview four police officer candidates before reconvening in open session.
- Approved establishment of police department eligibility list (4 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved hiring from established eligibility list (4 ayes, 0 nays)
- Convene closed session to interview candidates (motion carried)
Public Beautification Committee
The Public Beautification Committee will consider the 2025 Beautification Awards (item 25-03171) for discussion and possible action. The meeting includes only this substantive item alongside standard procedural matters.
- 2025 Beautification Awards (25-03171) up for discussion/action
The Public Beautification Committee met on September 8, 2025, and reviewed the 2025 Beautification Awards program. No formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 8:15 p.m.
Common Council
This is a notice of an informal gathering of the Common Council for the Beautification Committee award ceremony. No formal action will be taken at this event. The meeting is ceremonial only.
- Beautification Committee award ceremony
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss a presentation by McMahon & Associates on a possible joint fire department merger with the City of Wauwatosa (discussion purpose only). Council members will adopt a resolution directing the City Administrator to prepare an executive summary of the potential merger within 30‑90 days. They will also adopt a resolution authorizing staff to apply for an innovation grant contingent on the merger agreement. In addition, the council will approve several contract bids and an ordinance removing school‑related parking restrictions on the 1200 Block of South 100th Street.
- Presentation by McMahon & Associates on joint fire department merger (discussion only) – 2025-59471
- Resolution directing City Administrator to prepare executive summary of potential merger – R-2025-287460
- Resolution authorizing staff to apply for innovation grant pending merger approval – R-2025-287561
- Resolution approving UPI Construction LLC bid for sanitary sewer relays, $328,258.50 – R-2025-28437
- Ordinance to remove school‑related parking restrictions on 1200 Block South 100th Street – O-2025-00743
The West Allis Common Council approved the consent agenda items #3‑#59, including an ordinance removing school‑related parking restrictions on the 1200 block of South 100th Street. It adopted a resolution to join a national opioid settlement and approved multiple public‑works contracts, the largest being a $328,258.50 sanitary‑sewer contract with UPI Construction. The council also reappointed Patricia Wikenhauser to the Commission on Aging and approved a new secondhand‑article dealer license for Ali Acevedo.
- Approved consent agenda items #3‑#59 (9‑0 vote)
- Ordinance removing school parking restrictions on 1200 Block S 100th St. adopted
- Resolution to participate in national opioid settlement adopted
- Approved UPI Construction sanitary‑sewer contract $328,258.50 (adopted)
- Approved Globe Contractors storm‑sewer spot relay $55,485 (adopted)
- Approved All‑Ways Contractors storm‑structure repairs $357,475 (adopted)
- Reappointed Patricia Wikenhauser to Commission on Aging (approved)
- Approved new secondhand article dealer license for Ali Acevedo (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (66 roll-call votes)
Common Council
The Common Council and Police & Fire Commission will hold an informal resident information session on a possible merger of the West Allis and Wauwatosa Fire Departments. No formal action will be taken at this gathering.
- Resident information session on merging West Allis and Wauwatosa fire departments
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The Southwest Suburban Health Department will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several matters, including the opioid settlement fund, a West Milwaukee item, the 2026 budget, legislative updates, and updates from the senior center and health department. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items and no detailed proposals or dollar amounts specified in the agenda.
- Discussion of Opioid Settlement Fund (item 25-0309)
- 2026 Budget discussion (item 25-0311)
- Legislative Update (item 25-0312)
- Senior Center Update (item 25-0313)
- Health Department Update (item 25-0314)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review a site plan for exterior alterations to Aurora West Allis Hospital at 8901 W. Lincoln Ave. They will also hear sign plan appeals for Spirit Halloween, Tsunami Express Car Wash, and Slingshot Bar. Two ordinances are proposed: one amending rules for residential accessory buildings and another adding Recovery Residence as a principal use. The meeting includes approval of minutes and project tracking.
- Site, landscaping, and architectural review for exterior alterations to Aurora West Allis Hospital at 8901 W. Lincoln Ave.
- Sign Plan Appeal for Spirit Halloween at 6731 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Sign Plan Appeal for Tsunami Express Car Wash at 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave.
- Ordinance to amend Code Section 19.42 on residential accessory buildings.
- Ordinance to amend Code Section 19.32 to incorporate Recovery Residence use.
The commission approved exterior alterations for Aurora West Allis Hospital and sign plan appeals for Spirit Halloween and Tsunami Express Car Wash, the latter with a monument‑sign condition. It also approved forwarding residential accessory‑building and recovery‑residence ordinance options to the Common Council. The Slingshot Bar sign plan was approved by a 6‑0‑1 vote.
- Approved exterior alterations for Aurora West Allis Hospital (motion carried)
- Approved signage plan for Spirit Halloween at 6731 W. Greenfield Ave. (motion carried)
- Approved signage plan for Tsunami Express Car Wash at 10928 W. Oklahoma Ave., subject to monument sign height and area requirements (motion carried)
- Approved to discuss and forward residential accessory‑building ordinance options to Common Council (motion carried)
- Approved to discuss and consider conditional‑use option for Recovery Residence in principal‑use ordinance (motion carried)
- Approved sign plan for Slingshot Bar at 6325 W. National Ave. (6 aye, 0 no, 1 abstain)
- Discussed Project Tracking item (no decision)
- Approved minutes from July 23, 2025 (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will consider the 2026 operating budget proposal and conduct a performance evaluation of the library director, which will occur in closed session. The board will also elect officers and discuss a recommendation to revoke a patron's privileges.
- Performance evaluation of Library Director (closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c))
- 2026 Library Operating Budget proposal
- Election of officers
- Recommendation to revoke privileges of a library patron
- MCFLS Update (Milwaukee County Federated Library System)
The Library Board approved the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the August 2025 Claims and Finance Report. It authorized a closed‑session discussion of the Library Director’s performance and later returned to open session. The board kept the 2025‑2026 officers unchanged, affirmed bans on patrons Mr. Kuligowski and Ms. Brown, and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved July 23, 2025 Library Board meeting minutes (motion by Alderperson Turner, seconded by Ms. Hart)
- Approved August 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Suelzer)
- Approved motion to enter closed session to consider Library Director evaluation (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Rymaszewski)
- Approved motion to reconvene in open session (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Arneson)
- Approved keeping officers the same for 2025‑2026 (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Collings)
- Affirmed ban on patron Mr. Larry Kuligowski (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Arneson)
- Affirmed ban on patron Ms. Brown (motion by Ms. Arneson, seconded by Ms. Hart)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (motion by Ms. Hart, seconded by Ms. Arneson)
Library Board Subcommittee
The West Allis Library Board Subcommittee will meet to approve the minutes from its July 17, 2025, meeting. The session is a working session limited to committee members, staff, and invited guests.
- Approval of Library Board Subcommittee Meeting Minutes July 17, 2025
- Public comment requires scheduling with the chair or staff contact
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will decide on initiating a captain's promotional process and approving 2026 budget requests for the police and fire departments. They will also discuss interim fire department appointments and improving communication with department members. Several routine reports and personnel changes, including resignations and retirements, are on the agenda.
- Request to approve initiation of a Captain's promotional process
- Police Department 2026 budget requests
- Fire Department 2026 budget requests
- Discussion and possible action on fire department interim appointments
- Resignation of Firefighter Justin McMenamin and retirements of Firefighter Scott Portz and Battalion Chief Guy Paider
The commission unanimously approved the police department’s captain promotional process. It also approved the police 2026 budget requests, including $45,240 for maintenance, $20,040 for training, $815,036 for a dispatch radio system upgrade, and $138,000 for two parking‑control vehicles. The fire department’s 2026 budget requests were likewise approved, covering a $68,000 overtime increase, $130,000 for new dispatch computers, $200,000 for PPE replacement, and $25,000 to retrofit a pickup truck.
- Approved captain promotional process (4‑0)
- Approved police 2026 budget requests: $45,240 maintenance, $20,040 training, $815,036 dispatch upgrade, $138,000 parking vehicles (4‑0)
- Approved fire 2026 budget requests: $68,000 overtime, $130,000 dispatch computers, $200,000 PPE, $25,000 truck retrofit (4‑0)
- Motion to table communication‑lines discussion (4‑0)
- Motion to table fire interim appointments discussion (4‑0)
Board of Appeals
The Board of Appeals will consider an appeal by Marcello Orlando for an area variance to build a garage less than 10 feet from a principal building and exceed a 10-foot exterior wall height at 1365 S. 98 St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 9, 2025.
- Appeal by Marcello Orlando for variance to Sec. 19.42 to construct garage with reduced setback and increased wall height at 1365 S. 98 St. (Tax Key 443-0428-000)
The Board of Appeals approved the draft minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. It also approved an area variance request for 1365 S. 98 St., allowing a garage less than 10 ft from a principal building and a wall height over 10 ft. Both motions were carried.
- Approved draft minutes from July 9, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved area variance for 1365 S. 98 St. (motion carried)
Capital Improvement Committee
The Capital Improvement Committee will discuss updates on the 2025 Capital Improvement Program and begin planning for the 2026–2030 program. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of August 19, 2024 Capital Improvement Committee minutes
- Discussion on 2025 Capital Improvement Program progress (item 25-02922)
- Discussion on 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (item 25-02933)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will vote on approving final payments for roof and street lighting projects, purchasing a new wheel loader and refuse truck, and authorizing the sale of up to $169,969 in water system notes. The body will also consider numerous property privileges and temporary event permits.
- Approve $2,694 final payment for WAPD Roof Replacement
- Approve $234,180 purchase of 2026 Volvo L70H2 Wheel Loader
- Authorize sale of up to $169,969 in water system promissory notes
- Approve $20,000 Commercial Façade Improvement Project contract
- Approve $160,000 contract amendment for Real Estate Consulting Services
The Common Council passed Ordinance O-2025-0071 establishing one‑way traffic on the 1400‑1600 blocks of South 62nd and South 63rd Streets. Several other ordinances and resolutions were also adopted, including salary schedule changes, licensing updates, and a water‑system financing note. The council approved multiple contracts and privileges for city projects and property owners. Reappointments to the Administrative Appeals Review Board and Library Board were confirmed.
- Approved Ordinance O-2025-0071 establishing one‑way traffic on South 62nd and South 63rd St (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance O-2025-0067 amending salary schedule for public health and police administrative positions (adopted)
- Approved Ordinance O-2025-0069 updating licensing and tax refund interception provisions and adopting state littering law (adopted)
- Authorized $169,969 issuance of taxable general‑obligation water‑system promissory notes (adopted)
- Authorized purchase of one 2026 Volvo L70H2 Wheel Loader for $234,180 (adopted)
- Approved final payment of $2,694 to Cudahy Roofing & Supply for police department roof replacement (adopted)
- Granted a Privilege to 7909 Greenfield LLC for property at 7909‑13 W. Greenfield Ave (adopted)
- Reappointed Wayne Clark to the West Allis Administrative Appeals Review Board (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (52 roll-call votes)
Resident Advisory Board
The Resident Advisory Board will meet to review the draft 2026 Annual Plan for the Public Housing Authority. The meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2025, at City Hall.
- Review of 2026 Annual PHA Plan
- Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
- Public comment requires scheduling with chair or staff
The board approved the draft minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. The board also approved the 2026 Annual PHA Plan. Both motions were carried.
- Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved 2026 Annual PHA Plan (motion carried)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will meet informally on July 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 7633 W. Beloit Rd. The purpose is to participate in a Civic Engagement work group; no formal council action will be taken. Public comments are permitted only for individuals who have scheduled an appearance with the chair or staff.
- Informal gathering of Common Council for Civic Engagement work group (no formal action)
- Location: Knights of Columbus, 7633 W. Beloit Rd.
- Public comments allowed only by scheduled appearance with chair or staff
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is reviewing design and land use requests for several local properties. Key items include a multi-unit dwelling proposal and a conditional use permit for food production.
- Design review for a proposed 5+ unit dwelling at 1405 S. 92nd St.
- Certified Survey Map to split the parcel at 1405 S. 92nd St. into two parcels
- Conditional Use Permit and design review for The Butcher's Word food production at 1320 S. 108th St.
- Design review for a ramp at Beloit Road Baptist Church at 8337 W. Beloit Rd.
- Sign plan appeals for All Goods, Fairview Partners LLC, and The Armory Hockey
The commission approved the Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for F Street 92, LLC’s proposed 5‑plus‑unit dwelling at 1405 S. 92nd St. and approved the certified survey map to split the parcel into two parcels, with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved the conditional use permit and design review for The Butcher’s Word food‑production use at 1320 S. 108th St. Additional approvals were given for a ramp at Beloit Road Baptist Church, a design review for Tri‑City Bank at 10909 W. Greenfield Ave., and a sign plan appeal for All Goods at 8436 W. Greenfield Ave. The commission recommended denial of the sign plan appeal for Fairview Partners at 12221 W. Fairview Ave.
- Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for F Street 92, LLC (5+ unit dwelling) – vote 4‑1
- Approved Certified Survey Map to split parcel at 1405 S. 92nd St. – vote 4‑1
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for The Butcher’s Word food production use – motion carried
- Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for The Butcher’s Word – motion carried
- Approved Site, Landscaping, & Architectural Design Review for Beloit Road Baptist Church ramp – motion carried
- Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Tri‑City Bank – motion carried
- Approved Sign Plan Appeal for All Goods retail use – motion carried
- Recommended denial of Sign Plan Appeal for Fairview Partners – recommendation to deny
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will consider a motion to enter closed session to discuss the performance evaluation of the Library Director, as authorized under state law. The board will also discuss the 2026 Library Operating Budget, elect officers, and receive an update from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS). Routine items include approval of June 2025 meeting minutes and a claims and finance report.
- Closed session to evaluate Library Director's performance (Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c))
- Discussion of the 2026 Library Operating Budget
- Election of officers for the Library Board
- MCFLS update
- Approval of June 25, 2025 meeting minutes
The Library Board approved the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the July 2025 Claims and Finance Report. It approved the proposed 2026 Library operating budget. The performance evaluation of the Library Director and the election of officers were both tabled until the August meeting.
- Approved June 25, 2025 Library Board minutes (motion approved)
- Approved July 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Approved 2026 Library operating budget (motion approved)
- Tabled Library Director performance evaluation until August meeting
- Tabled election of officers until August meeting
Community Development Authority
The West Allis Community Development Authority will consider approving a Letter of Intent for the former Motor Castings properties, a remediation planning contract, and a bond amendment. Discussions will include Allis Yards, the former Poblocki Sign Building, and redevelopment initiatives across various TIF districts. The committee may go into closed session for items 2-7.
- Resolution to approve Letter of Intent for former Motor Castings properties (6500 W. Washington St., 13** S. 65 St., 1200 S. 65 St., 11** S. 64 St.)
- Resolution to approve Scope of Services for Ramboll Americas for remedial planning at Motor Castings site
- Resolution to approve First Amendment to bond indenture for Renaissance Faire II LLC at 809 S. 60th Street
- Discussion on Allis Yards Redevelopment at S. 70th and W. Washington St.
- Consideration of Report on Redevelopment Initiatives covering multiple TIF districts (e.g., TIF 11-20) and specific projects
The Community Development Authority approved a Letter of Intent for four former Motor Castings properties, approved a contract with Ramboll Americas for remedial planning at those sites, and approved a first amendment to the bond agreement for the Renaissance Faire office complex. All three approvals passed with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved the meeting minutes.
- Approved Letter of Intent for Motor Castings properties (4-0)
- Approved Scope of Services contract with Ramboll Americas Engineering Solutions (4-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Bond Indenture for Renaissance Faire II LLC (4-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Library Board Subcommittee
The Library Board Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on a motion to convene in closed session for the performance evaluation of the Library Director. The closed session is authorized under Wisconsin state law for considering employment or performance data of a public employee. The board will reconvene in open session after the closed session.
- Performance evaluation of the Library Director (25-0163)
- Closed session under Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c) for employment/performance data
- Discussion of Library Director Evaluation Feedback and Timeline
- Consideration of Library Director Evaluation Policy
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will review several requests, including approval of the Fire Department Strategic Plan and an expansion of its health and wellness program. The commission will also consider initiating a police officer recruitment process and authorizing the purchase of a police canine with associated training. Additionally, the commission will discuss possible action on the fire department’s interim appointments.
- Approval request for the Fire Department Strategic Plan
- Approval request for expansion of the fire department health and wellness program
- Request to initiate police officer recruitment process
- Purchase approval request for a police canine and related training
- Discussion of possible action regarding fire department interim appointments
Common Council
This is a notice of an informal gathering where a possible quorum of the Common Council and the Police & Fire Commission may attend a Neighborhood Partnership Meeting. No formal action will be taken; it is an informational session only.
- No decisions or proposals on the agenda — purely informational gathering
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider a consent‑agenda of ordinances, resolutions, and contract approvals. Key actions include adopting a fee schedule for CBD/THC beverage retailer licenses, removing stop signs on West Mobile Street at South 55th Street, and authorizing payments for traffic‑calming work, park benches, and a $313,570 street sweeper. The council will also grant privileges for several property owners and join a national opioid settlement. All items are presented for adoption without further discussion.
- Ordinance O-2025-00525 to remove stop signs at West Mobile St and South 55th St (Recommendation: Pass)
- Resolution R-2025-275614 to purchase one 2025 Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper for $313,570.20 (Recommendation: Adopt)
- Resolution R-2025-276117 to approve Lalonde Contractors bid for traffic‑calming, pavement work totaling $203,933.29 (Recommendation: Adopt)
- Resolution R-2025-276219 to purchase 30 benches and 30 receptacles for city parks for $39,375.28 (Recommendation: Adopt)
- Ordinance O-2025-00443 and Resolution R-2025-20034 establishing CBD/THC beverage retailer license fees (Recommendation: Pass/Adopt)
The Common Council adopted a resolution authorizing the sale of not‑to‑exceed $10,440,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2025A). It also approved the purchase of a new 2025 Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper for $313,570.20 and adopted the CBD/THC beverage retailer fee schedule. Several settlements were approved, including the worker’s‑comp claim with Andrew Mueller and disputes with Kevin Leitermann Properties and Lincoln Hospitality Group. New Class B tavern licenses were granted to multiple applicants.
- Adopted issuance of up to $10,440,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2025A)
- Approved purchase of one 2025 Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper for $313,570.20
- Adopted CBD/THC beverage retailer license fee schedule
- Approved settlement with Andrew Mueller (worker’s‑comp) – vote 5‑0
- Approved settlement with Kevin Leitermann Properties, LLC
- Approved settlement with Lincoln Hospitality Group, LLC
- Granted new Class B tavern licenses to B and B LLC (The Fumble Inn), Tom Miller LLC (Steakhouse 100), JFTC (GM’s Doghouse), DRM Concessions (Holiday Inn Express & Suites)
- Adopted Rainbow Gardens Neighborhood Association grant up to $1,000
🗳️ How they voted (40 roll-call votes)
Public Beautification Committee
The Public Beautification Committee will approve minutes from May 19, 2025, and then conduct site visits to judge eligible properties for the 2025 Beautification Awards. The judging was rescheduled from July 14 to July 15. The awards ceremony is set for September 8, 2025.
- Judging visits for the 2025 Beautification Awards
- Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes
- Rescheduled judging date from July 14 to July 15
- Upcoming ceremony on September 8, 2025
The Public Beautification Committee approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. Members judged the nominated properties for the 2025 Beautification Awards. The committee confirmed the 2025 meeting dates, noting that the July 14 judging was rescheduled to July 15. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved May 19, 2025 Beautification Minutes (motion made and seconded)
- Confirmed 2025 meeting dates: March 10, May 19, July 15 (judging), September 8 (ceremony), November 10
- Rescheduled July 14 judging to July 15
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a 2025 tourism campaign and a city safety action plan. The meeting will also include the approval of previous minutes.
- Approval of May 6, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
- Presentation on 2025 Tourism Campaign by Savage Solutions
- Presentation on Safety Action Plan and Vision Zero by TYLin
The Committee of the Whole approved the May 6, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes. A motion to adjourn was then carried, ending the meeting at 6:21 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved May 6, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:21 p.m. (motion carried)
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The Administrative Appeals Review Board will meet to consider an appeal regarding a prohibited dog order. The board may enter a closed session to deliberate on the case.
- Appeal of Prohibited Dog Order for Reign by Carrie Hickles at 2013 S. 69th St.
The Administrative Appeals Review Board approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted 2-0 to move the appeal of the prohibited dog order into a closed session, then 2-0 to return to an open session. The board amended the order for the dog named Reign, changing it to a dangerous animal order that requires $100,000 insurance, neutering or spaying within 30 days, and prohibits the animal from living with juveniles. All motions carried.
- Approved June 18, 2025 AARB minutes (motion carried)
- Moved into closed session on dog order appeal (2-0 vote)
- Moved into open session on dog order appeal (2-0 vote)
- Amended order to dangerous animal order with $100,000 insurance, neutering within 30 days, and no juveniles in home (motion carried)
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will review a financial report and discuss the Log Cabin and time capsules from St. Aloysius Church. The body will also consider a letter of support for a National Register of Historic Places nomination for Mount Hope Lutheran Church.
- Letter of support for Mount Hope Lutheran Church at 8633 W. Becher St. for National Register of Historic Places nomination
- Financial Report for the period ending 6/25/25
- Discussion regarding the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Discussion regarding time capsules from St. Aloysius Church
The commission approved the draft minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. It also approved a letter of support for Mount Hope Lutheran Church’s nomination for a National Register of Historic Places subgrant. No other actions were taken.
- Approved draft minutes (25-0248)
- Approved letter of support for Mount Hope Lutheran Church nomination (25-0247)
Board of Appeals
The West Allis Board of Appeals will meet to discuss and potentially decide on two area variance requests. One involves a fence height request, and the other involves a shed construction request.
- Appeal of fence height variance at 8724 W. Boone Ave.
- Appeal of shed construction variance at 2558 S. 118 St.
- Approval of May 13, 2025 Board of Appeals minutes
The Board of Appeals approved the draft minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It denied Rami Kamhawi’s request for an area variance to raise a fence above six feet at 8724 W. Boone Ave. It approved Keith Robers’ request for an area variance to construct a 192‑sq‑ft shed at 2558 S. 118th St.
- Approved May 13 minutes (4-0)
- Denied fence variance at 8724 W Boone Ave (4-0)
- Approved shed variance at 2558 S 118th St (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to interview candidates for a Firefighter position and vote on establishing a new eligibility list. The meeting includes a closed session authorized by Wisconsin law to discuss employment matters.
- Interview candidates for Firefighter position
- Vote to establish fire department eligibility list
- Vote to hire from established eligibility list
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission voted to establish a fire department eligibility list and then to hire candidates from that list. Both motions were approved unanimously with four votes in favor and none against. The meeting also included a closed‑session interview of eight firefighter candidates before reconvening in open session.
- Approved fire department eligibility list (4 aye, 0 nay)
- Approved hiring from established eligibility list (4 aye, 0 nay)
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to consider two special event requests. Both applications have received recommendations to be granted.
- All Goods Fest application for S. 72nd St. between W. Greenfield Ave. and W. Orchard St. on July 12, 2025
- St. Barnabas Congregation application for 6762 W. Rogers St. from August 15 to August 17, 2025
The Common Council unanimously approved the special event application for the All Goods Fest on South 72nd Street, scheduled for July 12, 2025. It also unanimously approved the special event application for St. Barnabas Congregation at 6762 West Rogers Street, scheduled for August 15‑17, 2025.
- Approved All Goods Fest special event (unanimous)
- Approved St. Barnabas Congregation special event (unanimous)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the performance evaluation of the Library Director. The board will also review a revised Library Code of Conduct and a report on the Milwaukee County Federated Library System.
- Approval of May 28, 2025 Library Board minutes
- Performance evaluation of the Library Director
- Review of revised Library Code of Conduct
- MCFLS (Milwaukee County Federated Library System) update
- Trustee Essentials: Membership in the Library System
The Library Board approved the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes and the June 2025 Claims and Finance Report. The board also approved the revised Library Code of Conduct. A sub‑committee was formed to continue the Library Director performance evaluation, and a welcome‑card plan for patrons without ID was discussed but not decided.
- Approved May 28, 2025 Library Board minutes (motion approved)
- Approved June 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Approved revised Library Code of Conduct dated 6.25.2025 (motion approved)
- Formed sub‑committee (Rausch, Manthei, Bursi) for Library Director performance evaluation (action taken)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. (motion approved)
Plan Commission
The West Allis Plan Commission will review a proposed restaurant at 5901 W. Burnham St. and a request to vacate a portion of city right-of-way at 11218 W. Mitchell St. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Caribbean Jaac’s at 5901 W. Burnham St.
- Request for vacation and discontinuance of 60x580-ft portion of City Right-of-Way at 11218 W. Mitchell St.
- Approval of May 28, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (Item 25-02321)
The commission approved the draft minutes from the May 28 meeting. It also approved the site, landscaping, and architectural design review for Caribbean Jaac’s restaurant at 5901 W. Burnham St. The request to vacate a portion of city right‑of‑way at 11218 W. Mitchell St. was held at the applicant’s request, and project‑tracking items were discussed.
- Approved meeting minutes 25-0232 (motion carried)
- Approved design review for Caribbean Jaac’s restaurant, 5901 W. Burnham St. (motion carried)
- Request to vacate right‑of‑way at 11218 W. Mitchell St. held at applicant's request (no vote)
- Project tracking discussed (no decision)
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The Southwest Suburban Health Department will meet to discuss public health reports and updates. The session includes training on naloxone and a review of communicable diseases.
- Naloxone Presentation and Training
- Quarterly Communicable Diseases Report
- PHAB Site Visit
- Senior Center Update
- Legislative and Health Department Updates
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board is meeting to discuss a recommendation from the Library Director. The board will consider whether to revoke the library privileges of a specific patron.
- Recommendation to revoke library privileges of patron Marcus Tanksley (25-0245)
The board considered the Library Director's recommendation to revoke the privileges of patron Marcus Tanksley. Ms. Manthei moved to affirm the ban, Ms. Hart seconded, and the motion was approved. No vote tally was recorded.
- Affirmed ban on patron Marcus Tanksley (motion approved)
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will consider a request to increase pay and vacation accrual for lateral police officers. The board will also receive multiple departmental reports and hold closed sessions to discuss disciplinary action against three police officers and an investigative report involving a Deputy Fire Chief.
- Request to increase pay and vacation accrual for lateral police officers
- Request to purchase MSA SCBA refurbishment parts
- Request for approval of promotion to Lieutenant
- Closed session: disciplinary action against three police officers
- Closed session: investigative report involving a Deputy Fire Chief
The commission unanimously approved the May 15 meeting minutes. It also approved a request to increase pay and vacation accrual for lateral police officers. The fire department received approvals for SCBA refurbishment parts, a promotion to lieutenant, and an equipment‑operator eligibility list. Two closed‑session items were discussed but no outcomes were recorded.
- Approved May 15 minutes (4‑0)
- Approved increased pay and vacation accrual for lateral police officers (4‑0)
- Approved purchase of MSA SCBA refurbishment parts (4‑0)
- Approved promotion of firefighter AJ Ottow to lieutenant (4‑0)
- Approved Equipment Operator eligibility list through 2027 (4‑0)
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The Administrative Appeals Review Board will meet to consider an appeal regarding a forestry determination at 1325 S. 123rd St. The board may enter a closed session to deliberate on this quasi-judicial matter.
- Appeal of Forestry determination at 1325 S. 123rd St. (AARB-25)
The Administrative Appeals Review Board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The board denied Kevin Eiler's appeal of the forestry invoice and directed the City Attorney to issue findings of fact within 20 days. The meeting was adjourned at 4:49 p.m.
- Approved March 11, 2025 AARB minutes (motion carried)
- Denied Kevin Eiler's forestry invoice appeal (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 4:49 p.m. (motion carried)
Board of Review
The West Allis Board of Review will meet to approve minutes from June 10 and consider changes to the hearing schedule. The main business is conducting hearings on objections to property valuations for 13 parcels, including properties on S. 74th St., W. Greenfield Ave., and W. Mitchell St. The list includes multiple properties owned by Mitchell Street Holding and Smart Asset Realty.
- Consideration of changes to the proposed schedule of hearings on objections
- Smart Asset Realty - 868 S. 74th St. (Parcel 440-0015-000)
- Realty Incomes Properties 6 LLC - 7000 W. Greenfield Ave. (Parcel 440-0235-004)
- Mitchell Street Holding - multiple properties on W. Mitchell St (Parcels 451-0352 to 451-0590)
- 11100 Becher LLC - Eric Ogden - 11100 W. Becher St. (Parcel 481-9992-016)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider approving contracts for snowplows, water main repairs, and a $2.1 million DNR grant for lead service line replacement. The body will also vote on alcohol license renewals and a new police commissioner appointment.
- Purchase of snowplow blades for $76,850
- Approval of $253,543 recycling grant funding
- Authorization of up to $2,100,000 in DNR lead water line assistance
- Renewal of alcohol licenses for Heart Breakers and Dopps
- Appointment of Amy Heron to the Police & Fire Commission
The West Allis Common Council adopted the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant of $1,430,732 and authorized up to $2,100,000 for lead‑water line replacement assistance. It also approved several equipment purchases, a conditional use permit for N&S Towing, and a new Class B tavern license with amended hours. All actions were recorded as adopted or approved by roll‑call vote.
- Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Held items #3 & #7 (CBD/THC licensing) until July 15, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2025 CDBG grant of $1,430,732 (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $2,100,000 for lead‑water line replacement assistance (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of snowplow blades for $76,850 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of SkyTrak telehandler for $166,200 (unanimous)
- Approved conditional use permit for N&S Towing at 11139 W. Becher St. (unanimous)
- Granted new Class B tavern license for Fritanga El Gueguense with amended hours (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (41 roll-call votes)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will hold a public hearing on the proposed sale of public land at 1405 S. 92nd St. to F-Street 92, LLC, and consider resolutions to authorize the sale and an agreement to raze structures. They will also discuss a $19,875 contract for a residential market study, set 2025 Payment Standards for Housing Choice Vouchers, and review redevelopment initiatives including Motor Castings properties and multiple TIF districts.
- Public hearing to consider sale of public land at 1405 S. 92nd St. (Tax Key 450-0502-000)
- Resolution authorizing sale of 1405 S. 92nd St. to F-Street 92, LLC
- Resolution to approve Agreement to Raze and Remove Structures with F-Street 92, LLC for 1405 S. 92nd St.
- Contract with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc. for $19,875 for a residential market study on West Allis housing market
- Resolution to establish the 2025 Payment Standard for the Housing Choice Voucher Program
The Community Development Authority approved the 2025 payment standard for the Housing Choice Voucher program. It also authorized the sale of the property at 1405 S. 92nd St. to F‑Street 92, LLC and approved a demolition agreement for that site. All three resolutions passed with a 6‑0‑1 vote.
- Approved FY25 Housing Choice Voucher payment standard (6-0-1)
- Authorized sale of 1405 S. 92nd St. land to F‑Street 92, LLC (6-0-1)
- Approved demolition agreement for 1405 S. 92nd St. property (6-0-1)
- Approved meeting minutes (25‑0193) (6-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Review
The Board of Review will meet to organize its leadership and verify training and notice requirements. The body will review the 2025 Real Property and Mobile Home Municipal Permits Assessment Rolls and consider objections to real estate property assessments.
- Selection of Board of Review Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Review of 2025 Assessor Report
- Examination of the 2025 Assessment Roll
- Consideration of waivers for 48-hour notice of Intent to File an Objection
- Review of objections to real estate property assessments
The Board elected Wayne Clark as Chair and Robert Haglund as Vice Chair, each by a 5‑0 vote. It voted to waive thirteen property‑tax appeal cases to the Circuit Court and approved a telephone testimony request for Realty Income Properties 6 LLC. Additional motions moved Lincoln Hospitality Group’s case to Circuit Court while also granting its telephone testimony request, and the Board denied six objections that missed filing deadlines as well as an objection from Darlene Dooley for incomplete documentation.
- Elected Wayne Clark as Board Chair (5-0)
- Elected Robert Haglund as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Waived 13 parcels to Circuit Court (5-0)
- Approved Realty Income Properties 6 LLC telephone testimony (5-0)
- Moved Lincoln Hospitality Group parcel to Circuit Court (5-0)
- Approved Lincoln Hospitality Group telephone testimony (5-0)
- Denied six properties that failed to file objections (5-0)
- Denied Darlene Dooley objection due to incomplete form (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will meet in a special session to review findings from a hearing examiner. The body will determine final disciplinary action regarding charges filed against Assistant Chief Scharfenberg.
- Closed session to consider dismissal, demotion, or discipline of Assistant Chief Scharfenberg
Common Council
The Common Council is gathering informally for a Civic Engagement work group. No formal votes or decisions will be taken at this event.
- Possible quorum of Council at Knights of Columbus, 7633 W. Beloit Rd., for a Civic Engagement work group
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review a demolition site plan for the St. Aloysius property and several site design reviews for local businesses. The body will also hear three sign plan appeals. These decisions affect land use and architectural standards for specific properties in West Allis.
- Demolition site plan review for St. Aloysius property at 1405-35-41 S. 92 St. & 1414 S. 93 St.
- Conditional Use Permit and design review for N&S Towing at 11139 W. Becher St.
- Design review for a patio at Antigua restaurant, 6207 W National Ave.
- Design review for Prestige Interior Contractors at 1519-21 & S. 84 St.
- Sign plan appeals for Temptations (9800 W. Greenfield Ave.) and St. Barnabas (2319 S. 61st St. and 6753 W. Rogers St.)
The West Allis Plan Commission approved a demolition site plan for the St. Aloysius property at 1405‑35‑41 S. 92 St. and 1414 S. 93 St. (Tax Key No. 450‑0502‑000). It also approved a Conditional Use Permit and associated site, landscaping, and architectural design review for N&S Towing at 11139 W. Becher St. (Tax Key 481‑9992‑017) and approved site plan reviews for Antigua restaurant patio, Prestige Interior Contractors, and Double B’s BBQ. Sign plan appeals for Temptations and two St. Barnabas locations were approved, with the St. Barnabas approvals passing by a 7‑0‑1 vote.
- Approved demolition site plan for St. Aloysius property (Tax Key 450‑0502‑000) – motion carried
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for N&S Towing at 11139 W. Becher St. (Tax Key 481‑9992‑017) – motion carried
- Approved site, landscaping, architectural design review for Antigua patio at 6207 W National Ave. (Tax Key 454‑9004‑000) – motion carried
- Approved site, landscaping, architectural design review for Prestige Interior Contractors at 1519‑21 & S. 84 St. (Tax Keys 451‑0665‑002 & 451‑0519‑000) – motion carried
- Approved site, landscaping, architectural design review for Double B’s BBQ at 7412 W Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key 440‑9003‑000) – motion carried
- Approved sign plan appeal for Temptations at 9800 W Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key 443‑0429‑003) – motion carried
- Approved sign plan appeal for St. Barnabas at 2319 S 61st St. (Tax Key 490‑9002‑000) – vote 7‑0‑1
- Approved sign plan appeal for St. Barnabas at 6753 W Rogers St. (Tax Key 475‑0043‑000) – vote 7‑0‑1
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will consider the performance evaluation of the Library Director, including feedback and a timeline, and review a draft Circulation of Library Materials policy. The board also has unfinished business regarding West Allis A La Carte and new business including a MCFLS update and trustee ethics training. Standard procedural items such as minutes approval and public statements are also on the agenda.
- Performance evaluation of the Library Director with attached feedback, timeline, and policy
- Draft April 2025 Circulation of Library Materials policy for review
- MCFLS Update (Milwaukee County Federated Library System)
- Unfinished business: West Allis A La Carte
- Trustee Essentials chapter on ethics and conflict of interest laws
Common Council
This is an informal gathering notice for a quorum of the Common Council and Community Development Authority to tour a Habitat for Humanity project. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this event.
- Tour of Habitat for Humanity project at 2655 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider several public‑works contracts, including a $1,533,942.40 bid for street reconstruction on S. 83rd St. and a $254,359.09 traffic‑signal installation on S. 53rd St. and W. Burnham St. The council will also vote on rezoning the 6900 block of W. Orchard St. from residential to commercial and on reallocating $250,926 of CDBG‑CV funding. Additional items include license renewals, temporary event permits, and a $1 M allocation for razing structures at 1405 S. 92nd St.
- Approve bid of UPI Construction LLC for street reconstruction on S. 83rd St. ($1,533,942.40)
- Approve bid of LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for traffic signal installation on S. 53rd St. & W. Burnham St. ($254,359.09)
- Ordinance to rezone 6900 block of W. Orchard St. from RC to C‑2 commercial (Tax Key 453‑0001‑010)
- Resolution to reallocate $250,926 of CDBG‑CV funding
- Resolution to allocate up to $1,000,000 for razing structures at 1405 S. 92nd St.
The Common Council adopted a $1,533,942.40 contract to reconstruct streets on S. 83rd and S. 91st Streets. It also approved a $1 million allocation to the Community Development Authority for property demolition and reallocated $250,926 of COVID‑era CDBG funds. Additional actions included passing ordinances on automotive use and rezoning, denying a new liquor license, and granting several beer and entertainment permits.
- Approved $1,533,942.40 street reconstruction contract (R-2025-1892) – Adopted
- Approved $1,000,000 allocation to Community Development Authority for raze/removal (R-2025-1908) – Adopted
- Adopted $250,926 reallocation of CDBG‑CV funding (R-2025-1912) – Adopted
- Denied new Class A liquor license for Sunny Liquor West Allis (2025-3229) – Denied 5-4
- Passed Ordinance to amend limited use criteria for automotive uses (O-2025-0033) – Passed
- Passed Ordinance to rezone 6900 block of W. Orchard St. to C‑2 Commercial (O-2025-0036) – Passed
- Granted New Class A Beer License to Speedway LLC (2025-2078) – Granted
- Granted Temporary Public Entertainment Permit for Iglesia de Dios Agua en el Desierto (2025-3083) – Granted
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Public Beautification Committee
The Public Beautification Committee will meet to review the nomination process and promotional campaign. The committee will also discuss a previous meeting with the Elm Grove beautification chair and receive staff reports.
- Review of nomination process and promotional campaign (25-0166)
- Recap of meeting with Nicci Sternitzky, Elm Grove beautification chair (25-0167)
- Staff Reports (25-0168)
- Approval of March 10, 2025 minutes (25-0169)
The Public Beautification Committee approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It set the nomination timeline for the current cycle, with nominations closing June 14 and judging on July 15. A motion to add a Halloween nomination category was approved, with nominations to close on October 24. Future committee dates for 2025 were confirmed, including the judging ceremony on July 15 and the September 8 ceremony.
- Approved March 10, 2025 Beautification Committee minutes
- Set nomination schedule: June 14 deadline, list by June 20, top 3 selection by July 2, judging July 15
- Approved motion to add Halloween nomination category (deadline Oct 24)
- Confirmed 2025 committee dates: March 10, May 19, July 15 (judging), September 8 (ceremony), November 10
Police and Fire Commission
The commission will review personnel actions for the police and fire departments, including promotions and probationary periods. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss an investigation into charges against a Deputy Fire Chief.
- Closed session regarding investigation of charges against a Deputy Fire Chief
- Election of PFC Board Members
- Request for approval of probationary periods for Officers Kuenzi, Medina, and Tremmel
- Request for approval of promotion to Lieutenant in the Fire Department
- Retirements of Ct. Nicholas Palasz and Lt. Kevin Brode
The commission approved the April meeting minutes, promoted Equipment Operator Nicholas Draeger to lieutenant, and approved probationary periods for four police officers. It also elected the Police and Fire Commission board officers: Mark Manthei as President, Kimberly Cosby as Vice President, and Michelle Sutinen as Secretary. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved April 17, 2025 and April 29‑30, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Equipment Operator Nicholas Draeger to Lieutenant (4-0)
- Approved 18‑month probationary periods for Officers Kuenzi and Medina (4-0)
- Approved 22‑month probationary period for Officer Tremmel (4-0)
- Elected Mark Manthei as PFC President (4-0)
- Elected Kimberly Cosby as PFC Vice President (4-0)
- Elected Michelle Sutinen as PFC Secretary (4-0)
Community Development Authority
The West Allis Community Development Authority will consider a resolution to amend an existing loan for Whitnall‑Summit Company, LLC concerning the property at 6600 W Washington St. The board will also discuss multiple redevelopment projects, including Habitat for Humanity at 6901 W Beloit Road and the former Motor Castings area at South 65th St. and W. Washington St. Additional items include updates on Makers Row Development and a proposed development agreement with F‑Street 92, LLC for the former St. Aloysius site at 1405 S 92 St.
- Resolution to approve loan amendment for Whitnall‑Summit Company, LLC at 6600 W Washington St.
- Discussion on 6901 W Beloit Road and Habitat for Humanity project.
- Discussion on South 65th St. and W. Washington St. (former Motor Castings area).
- Discussion on Makers Row Development status.
- Discussion of development agreement with F‑Street 92, LLC for 1405 S 92 St.
The Community Development Authority approved the April 2, 2025 draft minutes. It denied the amendment to the existing loan for Whitnall‑Summit Company, LLC at 6600 W. Washington St. The board entered closed session twice and adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
- Approved April 2, 2025 draft minutes (motion carried)
- Denied loan amendment for Whitnall‑Summit Co. at 6600 W. Washington St. (motion carried)
- Entered closed session to discuss item #4 (South 65th St. & W. Washington St.) (motion carried)
- Entered closed session to discuss items #4‑8 (multiple development items) (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:28 p.m. (motion carried)
Board of Appeals
The West Allis Board of Appeals will consider two area variance appeals. One seeks to build a home addition 1.7 feet from the side lot line at 2001 S. 70 St.; the other requests a fence taller than 6 feet at 1520 S. 79 St. No other substantive matters are on the agenda.
- Appeal by Landi Feto for an area variance to Sec. 19.41 to allow a home addition 1.7 ft from the side lot line at 2001 S. 70 St.
- Appeal by Erendira Morales for an area variance to Sec. 13.31 for a fence exceeding 6 ft in height at 1520 S. 79 St.
The Board approved the draft minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting. It also approved Landi Feto's variance request to build an addition at 2001 S. 70 St., and Erendira Morales' variance request for a fence taller than six feet at 1520 S. 79 St. All motions were carried.
- Approved draft minutes from Dec. 4, 2024 (motion carried)
- Approved variance for addition at 2001 S. 70 St. (motion carried)
- Approved variance for fence at 1520 S. 79 St. (motion carried)
Board of Review
This is a training and certification session for the West Allis Board of Review. No formal decisions or actions will be taken at this meeting. The public may attend but comments require prior scheduling with the chair.
- Board of Review member training and certification session
- Notice of possible quorum of other city bodies, but no action taken
- Public comment allowed only by prior appearance scheduling
Common Council
The Common Council will consider confirming Erin M. Hirn as City Administrator effective May 27, 2025. A public hearing is scheduled for a conditional use permit for The Picklr, a proposed instruction/training facility at 2550 S. 108th St. The council will also act on a recommendation to revoke the Class B Tavern License for The Drunk Uncle at 1902 S. 68th St., and approve numerous resolutions including a $1,044,661 street reconstruction project and a $452,000 green infrastructure grant from MMSD.
- Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for The Picklr at 2550 S. 108th St.
- Revocation recommendation for The Drunk Uncle tavern license at 1902 S. 68th St.
- Resolution to appoint Erin M. Hirn as City Administrator effective May 27, 2025
- Resolution to approve street reconstruction on S. 90th St. for $1,044,661.23
- Resolution to accept $452,000 MMSD Green Solutions funding for green infrastructure on W. National Ave.
The Common Council adopted a resolution to award Wandel Contractors the $1,044,661.23 contract for street reconstruction on S. 90th St. It also revoked the Class B Tavern License for Steffek LLC (The Drunk Uncle) by a 9‑0 vote. Additional actions included approving contracts for audio/visual design, sewer lining, cybersecurity, and green‑infrastructure funding, as well as granting several temporary license extensions and reappointing commission members.
- Approved $1,044,661.23 street reconstruction contract (adopted)
- Revoked Class B Tavern License for Steffek LLC, 9‑0 vote (adopted)
- Approved $21,000 audio/visual design contract for new Public Works Facility (adopted)
- Approved $21,465.89 sewer lining contract (adopted)
- Approved $452,000 Green Solutions Program funding for W. National Ave (adopted)
- Approved $62,322 cybersecurity contract with Field Effect Security (adopted)
- Granted temporary Class B license extensions for Studz Pub, The Buzzard’s Nest, and Dick and Gloria’s Cocktails and Dreams (granted)
- Reappointed members to the Plan Commission and Police & Fire Commission (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (40 roll-call votes)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially confirm the mayoral appointment of Erin M. Hirn as City Administrator effective May 27, 2025. The committee may also convene in closed session to consider employment data. Additionally, an ordinance related to public health, sanitation, and animals is on the agenda.
- Discussion of appointment of Erin M. Hirn to City Administrator effective May 27, 2025
- Resolution confirming the mayoral appointment of Erin M. Hirn as City Administrator
- Ordinance to repeal and recreate provisions related to public health, sanitation, and animals
- Possible closed session under state statute for employment considerations
- Approval of February 11, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
The Committee of the Whole approved the February 11 minutes. It voted to hold a closed session at 6:02 p.m., then an open session at 6:31 p.m. The ordinance O-2025-0028 was ordered to be redrafted by the City Attorney and postponed to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
- Approved 2025-2954 Committee of Whole minutes (9-0)
- Convene closed session at 6:02 p.m. (9-0)
- Convene open session at 6:31 p.m. (9-0)
- Order redraft of Ordinance O-2025-0028 by City Attorney; hold until next meeting (9-0)
- Adjourn meeting at 6:55 p.m. (9-0)
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to interview candidates for the position of Police Officer. Following a closed session, the Commission will reconvene in open session to consider establishing an eligibility list and authorizing hires from that list.
- Interview candidates for Police Officer position
- Establish police department eligibility list
- Hire from established eligibility list
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved establishing a police department eligibility list and then unanimously approved hiring from that list. A closed session was held to interview three officer candidates before reconvening in open session. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved establishment of police eligibility list (4-0)
- Approved hiring from established police eligibility list (4-0)
- Closed session convened to interview officer candidates
- Closed session reconvened to open session
- Meeting adjourned
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to vote on entering closed session to interview candidates for the position of Police Officer for the West Allis Police Department. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session for any further business.
- Interview candidates for Police Officer position
The Police and Fire Commission approved a motion to convene a closed session for interviewing five police officer candidates. After the interviews, the commission approved a motion to reconvene in open session. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion of the commissioners.
- Motion to convene closed session approved
- Five police officer candidates interviewed
- Motion to reconvene open session approved
- Motion to adjourn meeting approved
Common Council
The Common Council and West Allis Police and Fire Commission will gather for a Neighborhood Partnership Meeting. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The board will discuss the 2024 Village of West Milwaukee Annual Report and the 2024 CHIP Progress Report. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Senior Center, legislation, and the health department.
- 2024 Village of West Milwaukee Annual Report
- 2024 CHIP Progress Report
- Senior Center Updates
- Legislative Update
- Health Department Updates
Common Council
The Common Council is gathering informally for the 2025 Fair Housing Poster & Essay Contest Award Ceremony. No formal action will be taken at this event.
- 2025 Fair Housing Poster & Essay Contest Award Ceremony
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review several conditional use permits and site design requests. The body is also considering an ordinance to amend automotive use criteria and a property rezoning on W. Orchard St.
- Conditional Use Permit for The Picklr at 2550 S. 108th St.
- Conversion of a single-family home to a duplex at 2001 S. 70th St.
- Outdoor seating area for Aroma Cafe at 8100 W. National Ave.
- Ordinance to amend limited use criteria for automotive uses
- Rezoning of 6900 block of W. Orchard St. from RC Residential to C-2 Commercial
The West Allis Plan Commission approved the meeting minutes and a series of permits, design reviews, and ordinance changes. Approvals included a conditional use permit and site plan for The Picklr, a duplex conversion at 2001 S. 70th St, a patio addition for Aroma Cafe, a nine‑month extension for SoNa Lofts Phase 2, a creative sign art project at Cook Specialty, an amendment to automotive use criteria, and rezoning of the 6900 block of W. Orchard St.
- Approved minutes (25-0138)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit and Site/Landscaping/Architectural plans for The Picklr at 2550 S. 108th St (25-0139, 25-0140)
- Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review to convert 2001 S. 70th St to a duplex (25-0141)
- Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural amendment for a patio at Aroma Cafe, 8100 W. National Ave (25-0142)
- Approved nine‑month extension for SoNa Lofts Phase 2 conditional use permit at 6600 W. Mitchell St (25-0143)
- Approved Creative Sign Plan for public art at Cook Specialty, 7321 W. Greenfield Ave (25-0144)
- Approved ordinance amendment to limited‑use criteria for automotive uses, adding vinyl‑wrap services (25-0145)
- Approved ordinance to rezone the 6900 block of W. Orchard St from RC Residential to C‑2 Commercial (25-0146)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes, review claims and finance, and hear updates including an MCFLS (Milwaukee County Federated Library System) report, the West Allis A La Carte program, and a trustee training on public records law. No major decisions or expenditures are listed.
- MCFLS Update
- West Allis A La Carte program discussion
- Trustee Essentials training on public records law
- Claims and Finance Report
- Approval of March 26, 2025 minutes
The Library Board approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 2025 Claims and Finance Report. The Board directed the Library Director to revise a letter to Mr. Jason Mendoza and to offer him a chaperone for the program. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved March 26, 2025 Library Board meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved April 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion passed)
- Directed Library Director to revise letter to Mr. Jason Mendoza and offer chaperone attendance (directive issued)
- Moved to adjourn the meeting (motion passed)
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider a summons and complaint against Steffek LLC, doing business as The Drunk Uncle at 1902 S. 68th St. The committee may convene in closed session to deliberate the case before any open-session action.
- Summons and complaint against Steffek LLC d/b/a The Drunk Uncle, 1902 S. 68th St., agent Neal Steffek (case 2025-20771)
The committee moved to a closed session, then reconvened in open session. It voted to find counts #1, #2, #3, and #5 true, dismiss count #4, and find counts #6 and #7 true. Finally, it recommended revoking Steffek LLC, d/b/a The Drunk Uncle. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.
- Moved to Closed Session (5-0)
- Moved to Open Session (5-0)
- Find counts #1, #2, #3, & #5 true (5-0)
- Dismiss count #4 (5-0)
- Find count #6 true (5-0)
- Find count #7 true (5-0)
- Recommend revocation of Steffek LLC (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will review recruit candidate interviews and score sheets in a closed session. The body is also considering approvals for fire department hiring modifications and revised interview questions for both departments.
- Request for approval: Placement on permanent WAFD roster
- Request for approval: Recruitment and Hiring Process Modifications
- Request for approval: Revised PFC interview questions and scoring sheets for fire and police departments
- Closed session: Review of recruit candidate interview questions and score sheets
The Police and Fire Commission approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It voted to place Probationary Firefighters Jenkins, Kempen, Pagel, Plagens and Schneider on the permanent West Allis Fire Department roster (4‑0). The board also approved changes to the recruitment and hiring process, removing extra‑certificate preference points (4‑0), and adopted revised interview questions and scoring sheets for both fire and police departments (4‑0).
- Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Approved permanent roster for Probationary Firefighters Jenkins, Kempen, Pagel, Plagens, Schneider (4-0)
- Approved recruitment process modification to remove extra‑certificate preference points (4-0)
- Approved revised PFC interview questions and scoring sheets for fire and police departments (4-0)
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss street reconstruction projects and proposed ordinances regarding public health and sanitation. The body is also reviewing several commercial property privileges and a rezoning request on W. Orchard St.
- Bid of $2,042,515.95 from Wandel Contractors Inc. for street reconstruction on W. Orchard St. and W. Mineral St.
- Proposed rezoning of property in the 6900 block of W. Orchard St. from RC Residential to C-2 Commercial
- Contract with KL Engineering, Inc. for street lighting conversion design and oversight not to exceed $270,000
- Economic Development Loan of $100,000 to a subsidiary of Fork Farms at 6601 W. National Ave.
- Contract with MJ Construction Inc. for private property work in the amount of $439,170
The council adopted several public‑works resolutions, including the City Engineer’s schedule for concrete street assessments (R‑2025‑0526) and authorization for concrete construction and asphalt resurfacing projects (R‑2025‑0527). It passed an ordinance creating parking restrictions on West Hayes Avenue between South 102nd and South 108th Streets (O‑2025‑0038) and approved a $1,991,053.39 bid to State Contractors Inc. for street reconstruction on West Orchard and West Mineral Streets (R‑2025‑0807). The council held a pending amendment to the Deco privilege agreement (R‑2025‑0637) until the May 6 2025 meeting and placed a $2,042,515.95 bid from Wandel Contractors Inc. on file (R‑2025‑0650).
- Adopted R‑2025‑0526 schedule of concrete street assessments (motion carried 10‑0)
- Adopted R‑2025‑0527 authorization for concrete construction and asphalt resurfacing (motion carried 10‑0)
- Passed O‑2025‑0038 parking restrictions on West Hayes Avenue (motion carried 10‑0)
- Adopted R‑2025‑0807 $1,991,053.39 State Contractors bid for street reconstruction (motion carried 10‑0)
- Held R‑2025‑0637 amendment to Deco privilege agreement until May 6 2025 (motion carried)
- Placed on file R‑2025‑0650 $2,042,515.95 Wandel Contractors bid (motion carried)
- Granted new Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment license to Sale 59, LLC d/b/a ODB’s (granted)
- Approved $2,000 Neighborhood Small Grants to three community associations (granted)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Economic Development Loan Task Force
The Economic Development Loan Task Force will consider a resolution to approve terms and conditions for a $100,000 loan under the Capital Catalyst Loan Program to a subsidiary of Fork Farms, to be located in the Makers Row development at 6601 W. National Ave. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from March 3, 2025.
- Resolution to approve a $100,000 Economic Development Loan to a Fork Farms subsidiary for the Makers Row development at 6601 W. National Ave. (Tax Key 454-0563-001).
The Economic Development Loan Task Force approved the draft minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. It then approved a $100,000 Economic Development Loan under the Capital Catalyst Loan Program for a subsidiary of Fork Farms at 6601 W. National Ave. The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 a.m.
- Approved draft minutes of March 3, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved $100,000 loan to Fork Farms subsidiary at 6601 W. National Ave. (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:20 a.m. (motion carried)
Historical Commission
The West Allis Historical Commission will review the financial report for the period ending April 1, 2025. It will hear a report from the West Allis Historical Society and discuss the Log Cabin located on Society grounds. The commission will consider a historic remembrance of Liberace and will discuss planning a Brewfest at the Historical Society.
- Financial Report for the period ending 4/1/25 presented by Vice Chair/Treasurer Devan Gracyalny
- Report from the West Allis Historical Society
- Discussion regarding the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Consideration of Liberace historic remembrance
- Consideration of planning for a Brewfest at the Historical Society
The Historical Commission approved the draft minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. Reports were given on the city’s financial status, the Historical Society’s technology upgrades, repairs to the log cabin roof, ideas for a Liberace remembrance, and planning for a Brewfest fundraiser. No formal actions were taken on those discussion items. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved March 12 draft minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
Municipal Board of Canvassers
The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to process any eligible provisional ballots, reconcile voter lists, and certify the results of the April 1, 2025 Spring Election. The board will also vote on approving the February 18, 2025 absentee ballot canvass minutes.
- Process eligible provisional ballots per Wis. Stat. § 6.97(4)
- Reconcile voter lists from polling places and absentee ballots
- Canvass and certify totals of the April 1, 2025 Spring Election
- Approve February 18, 2025 Board of Absentee Ballot Canvass minutes
The Municipal Board approved its February 18 minutes. It voted to reject the Ward 13 provisional ballot. It then certified the totals of the April 1, 2025 Spring Primary. The meeting was adjourned at 3:19 p.m.
- Approved February 18 minutes (motion carried)
- Rejected Ward 13 provisional ballot (motion carried)
- Certified April 1, 2025 Spring Primary totals (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 3:19 p.m. (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council will consider a resolution to allocate up to $250,000 to the Community Development Authority to acquire property at 1405 S. 92nd St. They will also address a summons and complaint against Steffek LLC, doing business as The Drunk Uncle at 1902 S. 68th St.
- Resolution R-2025-03922 to allocate up to $250,000 to the Community Development Authority to acquire 1405 S. 92nd St. (Parcel ID: 450-0502-000)
- Summons and complaint against Steffek LLC d/b/a The Drunk Uncle, 1902 S. 68th St.
The Common Council adopted Resolution R-2025-0392, allocating up to $250,000 to the Community Development Authority to purchase the property at 1405 S. 92nd St. Ald. Kuehn moved the motion, Ald. Nowling seconded, and the vote was 9‑0 in favor. The council also recorded a summons and complaint against Steffek LLC, with the agent denying all counts and a hearing to be scheduled later.
- Approved up to $250,000 allocation to Community Development Authority for 1405 S. 92nd St. property (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will discuss and vote on a Letter of Intent and an Assignment of an Offer to Purchase with F-Street for property at 1405 S. 92 St. The body will also consider funding for legal counsel and a temporary parking lot use for pickleball. Additionally, the board will review reports on various TIF districts and redevelopment initiatives.
- Letter of Intent and Assignment of Offer to Purchase with F-Street for 1405 S. 92 St.
- Resolution to obtain legal counsel for redevelopment and real estate services up to $50,000
- Proposed temporary use of parking lot at 68th and Mitchell by Southeastern Wisconsin Association of Pickleball
- Discussion regarding 6771 W. National Ave.
- Reports on TIF districts including 84th & Greenfield, 68th & Mitchell, and the Beloit Road Senior Housing Complex
The Community Development Authority approved a Letter of Intent and an Assignment of Offer to Purchase with F‑Street for the property at 1405 S. 92 St. It also approved hiring legal counsel up to $50,000 for redevelopment services. The board elected Gerald Matter as Chairperson and Wayne Clark as Vice‑Chairperson, and approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approved Letter of Intent with F‑Street for 1405 S. 92 St. (motion carried)
- Approved Assignment of Offer to Purchase from F‑Street for 1405 S. 92 St. (motion carried)
- Approved hiring legal counsel up to $50,000 for redevelopment and real‑estate services (motion carried)
- Elected Gerald Matter as Chairperson of the CDA (unanimous)
- Elected Wayne Clark as Vice‑Chairperson of the CDA (unanimous)
- Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved election of Chairperson and Vice‑Chairperson (motions carried unanimously)
West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers
The Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers will meet to publicly count absentee ballots received by the city clerk by 8:00 p.m. on election day. The board will also draft incident reports for any issues occurring during the count for the affected wards.
- Counting of absentee ballots pursuant to Wis. Stat. 7.52
- Drafting of incident reports for affected wards
- Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss name options for a member focus group regarding the Senior Center rebrand. Members may also review materials for a new Commission on Aging Manual.
- Discussion of name options for Senior Center rebrand focus group
- Review of new Commission on Aging Manual materials
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will consider a draft policy on individual and group study rooms and a proposal from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) for self-registration form options. The board will also hear a correspondence from Mr. Javonte Lewis and receive an MCFLS update. Standard items include approval of February meeting minutes and the claims and finance report.
- Approval of February 26, 2025 library board meeting minutes
- Correspondence from Mr. Javonte Lewis (February 2025 Communication-Revised)
- MCFLS Proposal for Self-Registration Form Options
- Draft Individual and Group Study Rooms Policy
- MCFLS Update
The Library Board approved the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes and the March 2025 Claims and Finance Report. Members selected option #3 for the MCFLS self‑registration form. The revised Individual and Group Study Rooms Policy was also approved.
- Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (motion approved)
- Approved March 2025 Claims and Finance Report (motion approved)
- Selected option #3 for MCFLS self‑registration form (motion approved)
- Approved revised Individual and Group Study Rooms Policy (motion approved)
Common Council
The Common Council is gathering informally for a town hall on the state budget. No formal action will be taken at this event.
- No formal items; meeting is a public informational session on the state budget
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hear reports from the fire and police departments, consider approving lateral police officer pay rates and vacation accruals, and vote on starting a new police officer recruitment process. The commission will also hold a closed session to review interview questions for recruit candidates and may approve revised interview questions.
- Request for approval: Rate of pay and vacation accruals for lateral police officers
- Request for approval: Initiate police officer recruitment process
- Communication: 2024 Police Department Annual Report
- Request for approval: Revised fire and police department candidate interview questions
The commission unanimously approved the rate of pay and vacation accruals for lateral police officers. They also approved starting a new police officer recruitment process and added Officer Morgan Youngquist to the permanent roster. A request to revise interview questions was tabled until the April 17 meeting, and the February 20 minutes were approved.
- Approved rate of pay and vacation accruals for lateral police officers (4-0)
- Approved initiation of police officer recruitment process (unanimous)
- Added Officer Morgan Youngquist to permanent roster (unanimous)
- Tabled revised fire and police department candidate interview questions until April 17, 2025 (4-0)
- Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a proposed school at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave. The consent agenda includes resolutions for grant applications, traffic calming improvements on W. Becher St., and several privilege grants. Committee matters include a resolution to study a joint fire department with Wauwatosa, an ordinance to delay mandatory lead service lateral replacement, and economic development loans to Ope Brewing Co. ($150,000) and Bars and Recreation Inc. ($50,000). The council will also discuss the status of federal grant funding for CDBG, Housing Choice Vouchers, and HOME funds.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for Academy of Excellence school at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave.
- Resolution to approve shared services study for potential joint fire department with Wauwatosa
- Ordinance to delay effective date of mandatory lead service lateral replacement
- Resolution to approve agreement with Lime for electric scooter rentals
- Economic development loans: Ope Brewing Co. ($150,000) and SSBMKE ($50,000)
🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)
Block Grant Committee
The Block Grant Committee will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Following the hearing, the committee will vote on a recommendation to the Common Council to approve the report. The committee will also discuss the status of the FY2025 CDBG Entitlement Award and budget, which remains pending federal directives.
- Public hearing on FY2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for CDBG
- Recommendation to Common Council to approve the FY2024 CAPER
- Discussion of FY2025 CDBG Entitlement Award and budget pending federal directives
- Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024
Historical Commission
The West Allis Historical Commission will consider a financial report, discuss the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds, plan a Liberace historic remembrance, and consider organizing a Brewfest at the Historical Society. All items are scheduled for discussion and consideration; no final votes are listed.
- Financial report for period ending 3/1/25 presented by Vice Chair/Treasurer Devan Gracyalny
- Report from the West Allis Historical Society
- Discussion regarding the Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Consideration of 2025 projects including Liberace historic remembrance
- Consideration of planning for a Brewfest at the Historical Society
Administrative Appeals Review Board
The Administrative Appeals Review Board will hear an appeal of a dangerous dog order issued to Kara Zinker for her dog Dusty on February 23, 2025, at 3053 S. 82nd St. Apt 1. The board will also approve minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting. They may deliberate in closed session under Wisconsin law.
- Hearing appeal of dangerous dog order for Dusty (Kara Zinker, 3053 S. 82nd St. Apt 1)
- Approval of December 19, 2024 meeting minutes
- Possible closed session for deliberation under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a)
Public Beautification Committee
The Public Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 2024, discuss districts and new members, hear a communications update from Kellie McGinnis, and set its 2025 meeting schedule. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or expenditures are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.
- Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (25-0051)
- Discussion of districts and new members (25-0091)
- Kellie McGinnis presentation on communications and marketing (25-0093)
- Setting 2025 meeting dates: March 10, May 19, July 14 (rescheduled to July 15 for judging), September 8 (ceremony), November 10 (25-0094)
Community Development Authority
The Community Development Authority will discuss a resolution to award a sole‑source professional services contract to Lutheran Social Services for Family Self‑Sufficiency Program coordination, valued at $110,000. The agenda also includes an audit report for Beloit Road Senior Apartments and status updates on several redevelopment projects and TIF initiatives. Items 4‑6 may move to closed session for discussion of public fund investments.
- Sole‑source contract with Lutheran Social Services – $110,000 for Family Self‑Sufficiency Program services
- Audit report for Beloit Road Senior Apartments submitted by Baker Tilly US, LLP
- Status discussion of Makers Row Development project
- Status discussion of 1405 S. 92 St. project
- Status discussion of 6500 W. Washington St. (Former Motor Castings Site) project
Common Council
The Common Council will consider several infrastructure bids and property privilege resolutions. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for The Armory Hockey Development Center.
- Bid of Pro Electric, Inc. for street lighting conversion: $1,444,592.64
- Bid of State Contractors Inc. for street reconstruction (S. 53rd St. and W. Rogers St.): $1,208,872.80
- Bid of Forward Contractors for sidewalk repairs: $170,931
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for The Armory Hockey Development Center at 11111 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Maintenance Covenant with MMSD for Green Infrastructure at S. 62nd St. and W. Lapham St.
🗳️ How they voted (44 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Loan Task Force
The Economic Development Loan Task Force is meeting to review loan terms and conditions for two local businesses. The body will decide on funding amounts for projects located on W. National Ave.
- Loan up to $150,000 for Ope Brewing Company LLC at 6751 W. National Ave.
- Loan of $50,000 for Bars and Recreation Inc. (d/b/a SSBMKE, Inc.) at 6325 W. National Ave.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Southwest Suburban Health Department
The Southwest Suburban Health Department board will review the 2024 Annual Report, the 2024 Annual Communicable Diseases Report, and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. They will also hear presentations on Environmental Health, Senior Center updates, and legislative changes. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine department updates.
- 2024 Annual Report (25-0060)
- Environmental Health Division Presentation (25-0061)
- Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Memorandum of Agreement (25-0062)
- 2024 Annual Communicable Diseases Report (25-0063)
- Senior Center Updates (25-0065)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review a conditional use permit and site/landscaping/architectural design for The Armory Hockey Development Center at 11111 W. Greenfield Ave., a proposed instruction/training use for 31 or more persons. Also on the agenda: a conditional use permit and design review for Academy of Excellence school at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave., design review for Mother of Perpetual Help Parish at 2322 S. 106th St., and design review for EZ Mart at 6841 W. Beloit Rd. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 22, 2025.
- Conditional Use Permit for The Armory Hockey Development Center (11111 W. Greenfield Ave.)
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for The Armory Hockey Development Center
- Conditional Use Permit for Academy of Excellence school (6021 W. Lincoln Ave.)
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Mother of Perpetual Help Parish (2322 S. 106th St.)
- Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for EZ Mart (6841 W. Beloit Rd.)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will vote on a recommendation to revoke a library patron's privileges. They will also review the 2024 Annual Report, the 2024 Trust Fund Report, and receive an update from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS).
- Recommendation to revoke privileges of a library patron (Item 25-0059)
- Approval of 2024 Annual Report (Item 25-0033)
- Approval of 2024 Trust Fund Report (Item 25-0034)
- MCFLS Update (Item 25-0031)
- Statement of Effectiveness for 2024 Annual Report (Item 25-0000)
Common Council
This is an informal gathering, not a formal meeting. A possible quorum of the Common Council will attend the Community Swearing-in Ceremony for State Representative Angelito Tenorio at City Hall. No formal action will be taken by the Council.
- Community Swearing-in Ceremony for State Representative Angelito Tenorio at West Allis City Hall
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss the age requirements for Senior Center members and a proposal to change the timing of future meetings. The body will also review a request for charitable supplies and a new commission manual.
- Request for up to $500 of yarn for the Gifts of Warmth charitable program
- Discussion regarding the age of Senior Center members
- Proposal to move the time and/or day of the week for future meetings
- Review of materials in the new Commission on Aging Manual
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will gather for a Community Conversation meeting at Kegel's Inn. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.
- Community Conversation meeting at Kegel's Inn, 5901 W. National Ave.
Municipal Board of Canvassers
The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to process any eligible provisional ballots from the February 18, 2025 Spring Primary, then canvass and certify the election totals. The meeting is a working session focused on election certification.
- Process eligible provisional ballots under Wis. Stat. § 6.97(4)
- Canvass and certify totals from the February 18, 2025 Spring Primary
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold closed sessions to interview candidates for Fire Deputy Chief and Police Lieutenant. In open session, it will vote on promotions for two sergeants to Lieutenant of Police and a promotion to Deputy Chief for the Fire Department. Commissioners will also discuss the potential creation of a joint fire department. Routine reports from police and fire bureaus are scheduled.
- Closed session interviews for Fire Department Deputy Chief and Police Department Lieutenant positions
- Promotion to Lieutenant of Police for Sgt. Joseph Mathy and Sgt. Alex Iskandarani
- Promotion to Deputy Chief in the Fire Department
- Discussion of potential creation of a joint fire department
- Approval of revised candidate interview questions for police and fire departments
Farmers Market Committee
The Farmers Market Committee will discuss and potentially set rates for the 2025 season, including vendor fees and space limitations. They will also review SNAP and market merchandise updates, vendor and product categories, and other operational planning items. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.
- Determination of 2025 Farmers Market Rates (with proposal attachment)
- 2025 Season Planning
- Vendor and Product Categories discussion
- Vendor Stand and Space Limitations
- SNAP & Market Merch Update
West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers
The Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers will meet to approve minutes from November 5, 2024. The board will also discuss incident reports and inspector statements from the November 5, 2024, election.
- Approval of November 5, 2024, meeting minutes
- Discussion of November 5, 2024, Incident Reports
- Review of 2024-11-05 Inspector Statements
Common Council
The Common Council is gathering for a Community Conversation at Inspiration Studios on February 18, 2025. This is an informal meeting; no formal action will be taken. The event is intended for public discussion but requires scheduling appearances for comments.
- Community Conversation event at Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St.
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council is holding an informal gathering to participate in the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance meeting. No formal action will be taken by the Council during this event.
- Participation in Neighborhood Leadership Alliance meeting at Inspiration Studios (1500 S. 73rd St.)
Common Council
The Common Council will hold public hearings on conditional use permits for a new restaurant (Toppers at 11045 W. National Ave.), a 5+ unit dwelling (Hidden Lofts at 3000 Block S. 108th St.), and a dry cleaner (CD One Price Cleaners at 2367 S. 108th St.). They will also consider a vetoed conditional use permit for The Emerald event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave. The consent agenda includes many resolutions for contracts, purchases, and personnel appointments.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for Toppers restaurant at 11045 W. National Ave.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for Hidden Lofts (5+ units) at 3000 Block S. 108th St.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for CD One Price Cleaners at 2367 S. 108th St.
- Vetoed Conditional Use Permit for The Emerald event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Resolution to purchase portable column lifts for Public Works for $382,141.02
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from previous sessions. The meeting includes a presentation from the Assessor’s Office for discussion purposes.
- Update from Assessor’s Office
- Approval of February 4, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
- Approval of February 4, 2025 Committee of the Whole and Police & Fire Commission joint meeting minutes
Economic Development Loan Task Force
The Economic Development Loan Task Force is meeting to discuss a loan for a local business. The body will consider a resolution regarding the terms and conditions of this funding.
- Proposed $50,000 Economic Development Loan to All Goods LLC at 8436 W. Greenfield Ave. under the Community Development Block Grant Program
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a special meeting to discuss the disbursement of room tax revenues. The committee may also convene in closed session to deliberate on the appointment of Tracey Uttke as City Clerk and to discuss the reorganization of the Finance and Marketing & Engagement Departments. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and possible closed sessions for the listed items.
- Discussion on disbursement of room tax revenues (possible closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e))
- Discussion regarding the appointment of Tracey Uttke as City Clerk (possible closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c))
- Discussion on the reorganization of the Finance and Marketing & Engagement Departments (possible closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c))
- Approval of December 10, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole and Police & Fire Commission hold a special joint meeting. They will discuss the city's budget and fiscal limitations, including historical mitigation and future options. They will also discuss the creation of a joint fire department, which may involve a closed session for deliberation.
- Discussion on budget and fiscal limitations, historical mitigation, and future options
- Discussion on creating a joint fire department
- Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for joint fire department negotiations
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider a Class B Tavern Seasonal Temporary Premise Extension request for Paulie’s Pub, located at 8031 W. Greenfield Ave., covering the period May 23, 2025 through September 30, 2025. The committee will also review a summons and complaint filed against Super Bottle LLC d/b/a Super Bottle, located at 1357 S. 76th St. A closed session may be held under Wis. Stat. Section 19.85(1)(a) to discuss matters related to any judicial or quasi‑judicial proceedings.
- Class B Tavern Seasonal Temporary Premise Extension request for Paulie’s Pub, 8031 W. Greenfield Ave., May 23–Sept 30 2025 (TEMP-25-1, 2025‑00741)
- Summons and complaint against Super Bottle LLC d/b/a Super Bottle, 1357 S. 76th St. (2025‑00312)
- Potential closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(a) for deliberation of related judicial matters
Historical Commission
The West Allis Historical Commission will consider the financial report for the period ending December 31, 2024. The Commission will also hear a report from the West Allis Historical Society, discuss the Log Cabin on the Society's grounds, and receive an update on a subgrant from the Wisconsin Historical Society for National Register of Historic Places designations. Priority projects and initiatives for 2025 will be discussed.
- Consideration of financial report for period ending 12/31/24
- Report from West Allis Historical Society
- Discussion regarding Log Cabin on Historical Society grounds
- Update on subgrant from Wisconsin Historical Society for National Register designations
- Discussion of priority projects and initiatives for 2025
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission holds a special meeting and closed session to interview candidates for the position of Firefighter for the West Allis Fire Department. The commission will also consider requests to establish a fire department eligibility list and to hire from that list.
- Interview candidates for Firefighter position
- Request to establish fire department eligibility list
- Request to approve hiring from established eligibility list
- Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) for employment considerations
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider three resolutions: adopting a new recruitment and selection process for senior city positions; authorizing a grant application to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation; and approving the purchase, sales, development, and finance agreements for land to be redeveloped by Makers Row QOZB, LLC. The council will also postpone a decision on the conditional use permit for The Emerald event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave.
- Resolution to amend recruitment and candidate selection for managerial/executive positions (R-2025-00412)
- Resolution authorizing an Entrepreneurship Partner Grant application to WEDC (R-2025-00544)
- Resolution approving purchase, sales, development, and finance agreements for land redevelopment with Makers Row QOZB, LLC (R-2025-00523)
- Postponement of the conditional use permit for The Emerald event space at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave (2025-00575)
- Postponement of the same conditional use permit pending further review (2024-11436)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the position of Firefighter with the West Allis Fire Department. The interviews will be conducted in closed session under Wisconsin statute, followed by an open session for any other business.
- Interview candidates for Firefighter position at West Allis Fire Department
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will meet to finalize the selection of a new Senior Center logo and determine related marketing collateral. Members will also discuss lobby furniture and potential changes to the meeting schedule.
- Final vote on new Senior Center logo
- Determination of collateral items for the graphic design team
- Update on lobby furniture inquiries with National Business Furniture
- Proposal to change the time or day of future Commission meetings
- Discussion of materials for the new Commission on Aging Manual
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special closed session to interview candidates for police officer positions. They will also consider and vote on establishing a police department eligibility list and hiring from that list.
- Closed session to interview police officer candidates
- Request to establish police department eligibility list
- Request to hire from established eligibility list
Library Board
The West Allis Library Board will consider a recommendation from the library director to revoke the privileges of a library patron. The board will also act on the 2024 annual report statement of effectiveness, an update from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS), and approve minutes from December 4, 2024. Public comment is by appointment only.
- Recommendation of Library Director to revoke a library patron's privileges (attachment: Mr. Raymond Thompson December 2024 Communication)
- Statement of Effectiveness for 2024 Annual Report
- MCFLS Update
- Correspondence from Greater Milwaukee Foundation and Mr. Donny Macklin
- Approval of December 4, 2024 Library Board Meeting Minutes
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will consider conditional use permits and design reviews for three different business and residential projects. These items include a restaurant, a dry cleaning service, and a multi-unit dwelling.
- Conditional Use Permit and design review for Toppers restaurant at 11045 W. National Ave.
- Conditional Use Permit and design review for CD One Price Cleaners at 2367 S. 108th St.
- Conditional Use Permit and design review for Hidden Lofts 5+ Unit Dwelling at 3000 Block S. 108th St.
Police and Fire Commission
This is a special meeting and closed session of the Police and Fire Commission to interview candidates for a Police Officer position. The commission will convene in open session to vote on going into closed session, then reconvene in open session afterward. No other business is listed.
- Closed session to interview candidates for Police Officer at West Allis Police Department
Police and Fire Commission
The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a motion to convene a closed session for interviewing candidates for a Police Officer position. The commission will vote on that motion and, if approved, conduct the interviews in the closed session. After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session for any other agenda items.
- Motion to convene a closed session to interview Police Officer candidates
- Vote on the motion to hold the closed session
- Interview of candidates for the Police Officer position
Notice of Informal Gathering
This notice announces a possible quorum of the West Allis Common Council gathering informally for a Neighborhood Leadership meeting. No formal action will be taken; the event is a working session only.
- Informal gathering at Burnham Bowl, 6016 W. Burnham St.
- Neighborhood Leadership meeting on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Community Development Authority
The West Allis Community Development Authority will consider approving a $95,063 HUD Family Self Sufficiency Grant and a $4,500 contract amendment with Ramboll Americas for EPA Revolving Loan Fund grant writing. It will also discuss the status of several redevelopment projects including Makers Row, 1405 S. 92 St., the 6200 block of W. Greenfield Ave., and the former Motor Castings site. A groundbreaking for The Apiary development at 1070 S. 70th St. is announced for January 16. The committee may go into closed session to deliberate on public fund investments.
- Resolution to accept $95,063 HUD Family Self Sufficiency Grant
- Resolution to authorize $4,500 contract with Ramboll Americas for EPA RLF grant writing
- Discussion on Makers Row development status
- Discussion on redevelopment of 6200 block of W. Greenfield Ave.
- Discussion on former Motor Castings site at 6500 W. Washington St.
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will consider a series of consent‑agenda items, including several resolutions, ordinances, and a conditional use permit. Key actions include adopting a reimbursement agreement of up to $500,000 for street‑related drainage work, approving funding for tree planting and green‑infrastructure projects, and granting a permit for a new event space. The council will also adopt multiple ordinances affecting parking restrictions and employee pay.
- Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to obtain up to $500,000 from MMSD for foundation drain and sanitary lateral rehabilitations on 2024 street reconstructions (R-2024-06869).
- Resolution approving $52,000 MMSD Green Solutions funding for 2025 tree installation (R-2024-070012).
- Resolution approving $34,880 MMSD Green Solutions funding for green infrastructure at S. 62nd St. and W. Lapham St. (R-2024-070715).
- Resolution to contract Ramboll for remedial oversight at the former waste transfer station, not to exceed $15,700 (R-2025-001631).
- Conditional Use Permit for The Emerald event space (5,000+ sq ft.) at 7546 W. Greenfield Ave. (2024-11433).
🗳️ How they voted (71 roll-call votes)
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will discuss the appointment of Richard G. Pfaff as Interim City Administrator and the recruitment process for a permanent replacement. The body will also consider a resolution to reorganize the Human Resources Department and the City Administrator’s Office.
- Appointment of Richard G. Pfaff to Interim City Administrator effective February 24, 2025
- Discussion of salary, benefits, and employment conditions for the City Administrator position
- Review of the recruitment process and timeline for the new City Administrator
- Resolution R-2025-0020 to reorganize the Human Resources Department and City Administrator’s Office
- Addition of a Human Resources Generalist position
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council and the Police & Fire Commission will gather informally to attend the Neighborhood Partnership Meeting on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The gathering is not a formal council meeting, and no official actions or votes will be taken. Attendance is for informational purposes only.
- Attend Neighborhood Partnership Meeting (informal, no formal action)
Common Council
The West Allis Common Council will gather for a Community Conversations meeting. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.
- Community Conversations meeting at Inspiration Studios, 1500 S. 73rd St.