Manitowoc, WI

Finance Committee

Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Personnel Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 900 Quay Street, with remote attendance via Zoom. The committee will review reports on legal fees, the health plan, HR and City Attorney initiatives, PTO awards, and timecard batches, and will take up action items including McClone's 2027 benefit plan recommendations, Parks on-call premium pay, job positions and pricing if Assist to Transport moves in-house, and annual salary survey data. The committee may also convene in closed session under Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(1)(e) to discuss police contract bargaining, then reconvene in open session.

• Recommendations from McClone for 2027 Benefit Plans (item 26-0866)
• Approval of Parks On-Call Premium Pay (item 26-0865)
• Approval of job positions and pricing if Assist to Transport is moved in-house, including Mobility Services Operator full-time, part-time CDL, and part-time roles and Mobility Services Coordinator (item 26-0863)
• Annual reporting from salary survey for compensation plan adjustment, with the 2026-2027 Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey Report (item 26-0864)
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for an update on police contract bargaining (item 26-0670)

Room Tax Commission

The City of Manitowoc Room Tax Commission meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM in City Hall Council Chambers and via Zoom. The commission will approve minutes from its March 10, 2026 meeting and discuss the proposed 2027 Tourism Department budget, including an itemized version and a proposed 2027 Farmers Market budget. It will also discuss the Visit Manitowoc Office/Visitor Center. The agenda states the body may take action on these items.

• Approval of March 10, 2026 Room Tax Commission meeting minutes (item 26-0893)
• Discussion and possible action on the proposed 2027 Tourism Department budget (item 26-0894)
• Proposed 2027 Farmers Market budget attached to the tourism budget item
• Discussion on the Visit Manitowoc Office/Visitor Center (item 26-0895)
• Meeting held in person at 900 Quay Street and via Zoom

Brownfields Advisory Committee

The City of Manitowoc's Brownfields Advisory Committee meets Oct. 7, 2026, at City Hall and via Zoom to approve minutes from its Oct. 1, 2025 meeting and take up new business. New business consists of updates on four grants: a 2024 EPA Cleanup Grant for Mirro, a 2025 EPA Community Wide Assessment Grant, a 2026 Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Brownfield Grant for River Point, and a 2027 WEDC Brownfield Grant for the former Lakeshore Mall. The committee will also discuss 2026/2027 grant opportunities, including EPA Cleanup Grants and WEDC opportunities. The agenda lists no specific dollar amounts, votes, or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting
• Update on 2024 EPA Cleanup Grant for Mirro
• Update on 2025 EPA Community Wide Assessment Grant
• Update on 2026 WEDC Brownfield Grant for River Point
• Update on 2027 WEDC Brownfield Grant for former Lakeshore Mall; discussion of 2026/2027 EPA and WEDC grant opportunities

Board of Public Works

The Manitowoc Board of Public Works meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers at 900 Quay Street, with a Zoom option for residents. The main substantive item is Agreement 26-05 with Lakeland Landscape, Inc. for tree planting at various city parks at a contract price of $18,750.00. The rest of the agenda is routine: change orders, pay estimates for engineering and public works projects, and contractor's payroll affidavits. The agenda does not list the specific projects, change orders, or pay estimate amounts.

• Agreement 26-05 with Lakeland Landscape, Inc. for tree planting at various parks, contract price $18,750.00
• Change orders (no details listed on the agenda)
• Pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects (no amounts listed)
• Contractor's payroll affidavits
• Meeting held in Council Chambers and via Zoom; public may listen at 1-312-626-6799, Meeting ID 886 9468 9913, Password 658199

Rahr-West Art Museum Board of Directors

The Rahr-West Art Museum Board of Directors meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM in Room 3 at the museum, 610 N 8th Street, and via Zoom. The board will hear an October budget review and a series of reports from its president, marketing, education, East Lawn, collections, director, Friends, and Foundation. Under old business it will discuss a strategic planning update and an Ad Hoc Bylaw Committee update. Two new business items are listed, both under the same item number 26-0892, with no further description in the agenda.

• October Budget Review (item 26-0896)
• Strategic planning update under old business
• Ad Hoc Bylaw Committee update
• Reports from President, Marketing and Membership, Education, East Lawn, Collections, Director, Friends, and Foundation
• Two new business items listed as 26-0892 with no description

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Manitowoc Parks and Recreation Committee meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers and via Zoom. The committee will take up discussion and action items including a recommendation to explore opportunities to fill the vacant bear exhibit at Lincoln Park Zoo, an update to the zoo's animal acquisition and disposition policy, approval of Parks on-call premium pay, and special event reports from 8/27/26 through 9/30/26. A consent agenda includes minutes from the September 2, 2026 meeting.

• Recommendation for approval to explore opportunities to fill the vacant bear exhibit at Lincoln Park Zoo (26-0901)
• Lincoln Park Zoo Animal Acquisition and Disposition Policy update (26-0899)
• Approval of Parks On-Call Premium Pay (26-0865)
• Special Event Reports for 8/27/26 - 9/30/26 (26-0900)
• Consent agenda: minutes from the September 2, 2026 Parks and Recreation Committee meeting (26-0897)

Public Works Committee

The Manitowoc Public Works Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers and via Zoom to discuss and possibly act on several items. Agenda topics include alternatives for reconstructing Michigan Ave from N. 13th to N. 18th Street, a proposed fare increase tied to a Transit Development Plan (TDP), a WDNR WPDES permit for the collection system, and a DOT functional classification update for the Manitowoc-Two Rivers urban area. The committee will also consider a contract amendment with Ayres, an unbudgeted request for concrete paving on N. 2nd Street, and a resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to sign real estate documents for the Washington & Calumet reconstruction project.

• Discussion of alternatives for reconstruction of Michigan Ave from N. 13th to N. 18th Street (26-0881)
• TDP and Fare Increase Approval (26-0877)
• Ayres Contract Amendment No. 1 for Washington & Calumet Sanitary Sewer Plan Preparation (26-0868)
• CAWG unbudgeted request for concrete paving on N. 2nd Street from Reed Ave to the north dead end (26-0875)
• Authorizing resolution for DPW to sign real estate documents for the Washington & Calumet Reconstruction Project (26-0867)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and possibly act on a recommendation to revise the compensation and performance management process, along with routine approvals of minutes and financial reports. The board will also receive a recap of the 2026 Summer Reading Program and updates on facilities and building projects.

• Recommendation on Compensation-Performance Management (action requested)
• Approval of August 24, 2026 board meeting minutes
• Financial reports for August 2026 (Funds 2810 and 2813) and check register
• 2026 Summer Reading Program recap
• Facilities and building updates

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes, hold a public hearing on an official map amendment, and discuss the ongoing Chapter 15 zoning code rewrite. The meeting includes two certified survey map reviews and is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Public hearing PC 13-2026: Nohr official map amendment between Middle Road and Dutch Road (Parcel # 010-029-002-001.00)
• Old business: PC 3-2024 Chapter 15 Zoning Code Rewrite
• Certified survey map: Mark Kaderabek, Tract 3 of CSM Vol. 14, Page 45, Doc. No. 714437
• Certified survey map: Blue Badger Holdings, LLC, resurvey in SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 Section 7 and SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 Section 8
• Approval of minutes from August 26 and September 15, 2026 meetings

The Manitowoc Plan Commission approved the minutes from previous meetings and voted to recommend an official map amendment for a property between Middle Road and Dutch Road to the council. Commissioners also discussed the ongoing Chapter 15 Zoning Code Rewrite, including upcoming review steps leading toward a planned December adoption and January 1, 2027 effective date.

• Approved minutes of the August 26, 2026 and September 15, 2026 Plan Commission meetings (6-0)
• Approved Official Map Amendment PC 13-2026 for Nohr property and referred to council (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:51 PM (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on change orders, pay estimates for engineering and public works projects, and contractor's payroll affidavits. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project details or dollar amounts listed.

• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board approved five payment estimates for various city infrastructure and construction projects. One payment estimate for the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan was tabled due to an incorrect amount and will be addressed at a future meeting.

• Approved $22,095.00 payment to MSA Professional Services (8-0)
• Approved $178,662.62 payment to Vinton Construction (8-0)
• Approved $9,699.28 payment to Alfson Excavating (8-0)
• Approved $39,742.25 payment to Seiler Bros Construction, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $143,517.30 payment to Vinton Construction Company (8-0)
• Tabled Foth Infrastructure & Environmental, LLC payment (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: a temporary warming shelter at 2601 S. 10th Street and a bulk storage/transloading area at 2800 Viebahn Street. It will also consider consent agenda items including $9,166,774.84 in general city claims, several public works payments, and various committee reports and ordinances.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for temporary warming shelter at 2601 S. 10th Street
• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for storage in bulk/transloading in I-2 district at 2800 Viebahn Street
• General City Claims of $9,166,774.84 to be allowed and paid
• Award $119,811.00 to Hamann Construction for Library 2nd Floor Restroom Renovation
• Ordinances to amend Chapters 12 (Public Utilities) and 25 (Wastewater Facilities)

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for a temporary 12-bed warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street, operated by The Neighborhood of Manitowoc County, Inc. d.b.a. Manitowoc Warming Shelter, under amended conditions. It also approved a conditional use permit for bulk storage and transloading at 2800 Viebahn Street for T.J. Potter Trucking. Most items passed unanimously 10-0, including $9,166,774.84 in general city claims, a $119,811.00 library restroom renovation contract, and $100,000 for a 2027 parks budget item for Miracles Park ball diamond surfacing. The meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.

• Approved conditional use permit for 12-bed temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street (10-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for bulk storage/transloading at 2800 Viebahn Street for T.J. Potter Trucking (10-0)
• Approved $9,166,774.84 in general city claims (10-0)
• Awarded $119,811.00 library 2nd floor restroom renovation to Hamann Construction (10-0)
• Approved $100,000 in 2027 Parks Budget for Miracles Park ball diamond surfacing (10-0)
• Approved $50,000 cap for John Deere utility tractor purchase for Parks & Recreation (10-0)
• Approved retiree insurance discontinuation beginning January 1, 2027 (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 12 regulating Public Utilities (10-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on including school voucher information on city property tax bills, following a presentation by the Manitowoc Public School District. The committee will also consider ordinances amending municipal code chapters on public utilities and wastewater facilities. Public comment is accepted at the meeting or in advance by email or phone.

• Discussion of including school voucher information on City of Manitowoc property tax bills (26-0845)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code regulating Public Utilities (26-0850)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 25 of the Municipal Code regulating Wastewater Facilities (26-0851)
• Presentation by Manitowoc Public School District on School Voucher Program (26-0819)

The Committee of the Whole voted 11-0 to table a request to include school voucher information on property tax bills, after an initial motion to direct staff to design the insert failed for lack of a second. The committee approved two ordinances as presented, amending Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code on public utilities and Chapter 25 on wastewater facilities, both by 11-0 votes. The Manitowoc and Two Rivers school district superintendents presented information on school vouchers and district funding, and members asked questions. The meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Tabled request to include school voucher information on property tax bills (11-0)
• Motion to direct staff to design a tax-bill informational insert failed for lack of a second
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 12 on public utilities (11-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 25 on wastewater facilities (11-0)
• Adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss and possibly act on a rent increase for public housing, write off bad debt, and approve monthly expenditures. They will also review a facade grant application for 316 N 8th Street and receive updates on downtown redevelopment projects.

• Rent increase discussion and possible action
• Write off bad debt discussion and possible action
• Design review/facade grant application for 316 N 8th Street
• Office renovation/construction update
• Updates on River Point District, 1512 Washington Street, and Lakeshore Mall

The Community Development Authority approved its July 15, 2026 minutes, the public housing financial report and monthly expenditures, an annual rent increase based on income standards, and the writing off of bad debt — all by 7-0 votes. It also approved design review and facade grant funding for 316 N 8th Street, with final colors and materials left to staff. Staff gave updates on the office renovation, River Point District, 1512 Washington Street, and Lakeshore Mall; no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved July 15, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved public housing financial report and monthly expenditures (7-0); staff asked to seek clarification from Serena on line descriptions
• Approved annual public housing rent increase based on income standards (7-0)
• Approved writing off bad debt (7-0)
• Approved design review and facade grant funding for 316 N 8th Street (7-0), with final colors and materials at staff level
• Adjourned at 4:26 PM (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for 1611 Green Street. The applicant is seeking permission to build a porch roof that projects into the front yard setback area.

• Variance request for 1611 Green Street to permit a porch roof 20 feet wide and 9 feet deep within the front yard setback

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on two old-business items: a conditional use permit request for a temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street, and a rewrite of Chapter 15 of the zoning code. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Conditional use permit for temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street (PC 11-2026)
• Chapter 15 Zoning Code Rewrite discussion (PC 3-2024)

The Plan Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for the Manitowoc Warming Shelter at 2601 S 10th Street and referred it to the Council, keeping the original conditions from the August 26, 2026 meeting, including Condition C's maximum of 12 guests and Conditions N and O. A motion to delete Conditions N and O failed 3-3. The Commission also discussed the Chapter 15 Zoning Code rewrite, which staff said would repeal Chapter 15 and replace it with a new Chapter 35, with a goal of adoption by the end of 2026; no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Manitowoc Warming Shelter at 2601 S 10th Street with original August 26, 2026 conditions, referred to Council (5-1, Hornung nay)
• Motion to delete Conditions N and O from the permit failed (3-3: Hornung, Steinbrenner, Jagemann aye; Koski, Wetenkamp, Nickels nay)
• Zoning Code rewrite (Chapter 15 to Chapter 35) discussed only; no action taken
• Meeting adjourned at 5:56 PM (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a request for new sidewalks on South 21st Street (Summit to Flambeau) and Flambeau Street (S. 18th to S. 23rd), including cost estimates. It will also approve routine monthly reports from police, fire rescue, building inspection, and a blight fund update. The committee may enter closed session to discuss a Fire Rescue billing dispute (incident #25-3304).

• New sidewalks on S. 21st St. (Summit to Flambeau) and Flambeau St. (S. 18th to S. 23rd) with cost estimates
• August 2026 Police Department Monthly Report
• August 2026 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Metrics
• August 2026 Building Inspection Monthly Report
• Closed session: Fire Rescue billing dispute, incident #25-3304

The committee approved the consent agenda and placed a request for new sidewalks on South 21st Street and Flambeau Street on file. Following a closed session, the committee voted to deny a Manitowoc Fire Rescue billing dispute regarding incident #25-3304.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Placed request for new sidewalks on S. 21st St. and Flambeau St. on file
• Denied Manitowoc Fire Rescue billing dispute, incident #25-3304 (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hear appeals from property owners contesting noxious weed and snow removal assessments, and consider a contract for asphalt reconstruction. The meeting also includes routine items like change orders, pay estimates, and payroll affidavits.

• Noxious weed assessment appeal for 1727 Johnston Dr.
• Snow removal assessment appeal for 701 N. 7th St.
• Agreement with Bob Braun Excavating, LLC for $21,300.77 to reconstruct asphalt roadway at River Heights Lift Station access easement

The Board denied a noxious weed assessment appeal for 1727 Johnston Dr. and rescinded a snow removal assessment appeal for 701 N. 7th St. Additionally, the Board approved a $21,300.77 contract for road reconstruction at the River Heights Lift Station, along with several change orders and project payments.

• Denied noxious weed assessment appeal for 1727 Johnston Dr. (8-0)
• Rescinded snow removal assessment appeal for 701 N. 7th St. (8-0)
• Approved $21,300.77 road reconstruction contract with Bob Braun Excavating (8-0)
• Approved final change order for sidewalk replacement (8-0)
• Approved final change order for pavement marking program (8-0)
• Approved six engineering and public works project payments (8-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly take action on redevelopment proposals for Madison School and Lakeview Park, based on a request for proposals (RFP). The committee may also enter closed session to deliberate or negotiate on these proposals, then reconvene in open session. This is the main substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on Madison Redevelopment RFP (item 26-0791)
• Closed session authorized under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(e) for property purchase negotiations
• Reconvene in open session to continue discussion of redevelopment proposals

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations from two developer teams for the redevelopment of Madison School and Lakeview Park, then went into closed session to discuss the proposals. No action was taken; staff was directed to meet with developers and refine the proposals.

• Heard redevelopment proposals from Mike Howe Builders and 3 Amigos/Americon Construction
• Convened into closed session to discuss proposals (9-0)
• Reconvened into open session (9-0)
• Took no action on proposals; directed staff to refine with developers

Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Personnel Committee will meet to review and possibly act on several human-resources matters, including a side-letter to extend the Fire Department’s 48/96 schedule through 2027, a proposal to end retiree insurance after January 1 2027, and updates on health-plan costs and HR initiatives. The meeting is open to the public in Council Chambers and via Zoom.

• Recommendation to approve Fire Department 48/96 schedule extension through 2027
• Proposal to discontinue retiree insurance beginning January 1 2027
• Review of legal fees billed through August 2026 for Human Resources
• Report out on health-plan costs through July 2026
• Request to approve Building Inspector LTE job description and pay rate for Fire Rescue Department

The committee approved several personnel-related recommendations, including updates to the performance and compensation plan and the discontinuation of retiree insurance effective January 1, 2027. Additionally, the committee authorized a new limited-term employment position for the Fire Rescue Department and extended the Fire Department's 48/96 work schedule through 2027. All items were referred to the City Council for final action, except for a police department leave request which was approved.

• Approved performance and compensation plan changes (5-0)
• Approved suspension of 2026 performance elements (5-0)
• Approved retiree insurance discontinuation effective Jan 1, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved Fire Rescue LTE position and pay rate (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department 48/96 schedule extension (5-0)
• Approved police employee unpaid leave of absence (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several action items, including a nomination for the Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission, a temporary liquor permit for Petskull Brewing during MetalFest, and an unbudgeted $50,000 request for a new John Deere utility tractor. The committee will also review minutes from its August 3 meeting and may enter closed session to discuss a two-year operator's license application. Public comment will be accepted.

• Nomination for one member to the Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission for a five-year term (Oct 1, 2026–Sep 30, 2031)
• Temporary extension of premises for Petskull Brewing for Manitowoc MetalFest 4 on 9/11–9/12/2026, 12:00pm–11:00pm
• Unbudgeted request for John Deere utility tractor replacement, not to exceed $50,000
• Two-year operator's license application (#260249) for R. Silbernagel, to be discussed in closed session
• Consent agenda: approval of August 3, 2026 Finance Committee minutes

The Finance Committee approved all consent agenda items and unanimously recommended David J. Diedrich for a five-year term on the Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission. It also approved a temporary liquor license extension for Petskull Brewing during MetalFest 4, an unbudgeted purchase of a John Deere utility tractor not to exceed $50,000, and recommended approval of a two-year operator's license for R. Silbernagel.

• Approved consent agenda including August 3, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended David J. Diedrich for MPU Commission term Oct 1, 2026-Sep 30, 2031 (4-0)
• Approved temporary liquor/beer premises extension for Petskull Brewing at MetalFest 4 on 9/11-9/12/2026 (4-0)
• Approved unbudgeted purchase of John Deere utility tractor, not to exceed $50,000 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of two-year operator's license for R. Silbernagel (4-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Manitowoc Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve routine monthly reports from the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments, and to discuss and possibly act on eligibility lists for police patrol officer and detective positions. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items on the consent agenda.

• Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List (26-0798)
• Police Department Detective Eligibility List (26-0799)
• July and August 2026 Police Department Monthly Reports
• July and August 2026 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Reports
• July and August 2026 Building Inspection Monthly Reports

The Police and Fire Commission approved the consent agenda, which included monthly reports from the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. The commission also approved a 12-month patrol officer eligibility list and a 3-month detective eligibility list, both by unanimous vote. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including July/August 2026 monthly reports (5-0)
• Approved 12-month patrol officer eligibility list (5-0)
• Approved 3-month detective eligibility list (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly act on an ordinance amending solid waste recycling and disposal rules, approval of the Maritime Metro Transit Development Plan, a state-municipal financial agreement for Waldo Blvd from Fleetwood Drive to I-43, and resolutions for ornamental street lights in three subdivisions. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Ordinance to amend Section 13.010 Solid Waste Recycling and Disposal
• Approval of Maritime Metro Transit Development Plan (TDP)
• State-Municipal Financial Agreement (SMFA) for Waldo Blvd - Fleetwood Drive to I-43
• Resolution for street lights for Abbey Ridge Subdivision Phase 2 (0% city contribution)
• Resolution for street lights for Mariner's Lux Subdivision (0% city contribution)

The Public Works Committee approved an ordinance amendment to Section 13.010 on solid waste recycling and disposal, referring it to council. The Maritime Metro Transit Development Plan was placed on file for further review due to anticipated rate increases. The committee also approved a state-municipal financial agreement for Waldo Blvd and three street lighting resolutions for subdivisions, all referred to council.

• Approved ordinance to amend 13.010 Solid Waste Recycling and Disposal (5-0)
• Placed Maritime Metro Transit Development Plan on file
• Approved SMFA for Waldo Blvd-Fleetwood Drive to I-43, not to exceed $20,189 (5-0)
• Approved street lights resolution for Abbey Ridge Subdivision Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved street lights resolution for Mariner's Lux Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved street lights resolution for Deerbrook Crossing Subdivision Phase 1 (5-0)

Rahr-West Art Museum Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to review financial accounts and receive various reports. Discussion topics include updates from the President, Membership/Marketing, Education, and the Director.

• Review of financial accounts
• Education and Exhibits Committee report
• President, Director, Friends, and Foundation reports

The Rahr-West Art Museum Board of Directors approved the addition of three artworks to the permanent collection: a Claus Oldenburg silkscreen, a Peter Max print, and a Bruce Hasson sculpture. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and received reports on finances, education, and the foundation, including a planned donation for an art appraisal and HVAC evaluation.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (9-0)
• Approved acquisition of Claus Oldenburg silkscreen (9-0)
• Approved acquisition of Peter Max print 'Reclining Woman' (9-0)
• Approved acquisition of Bruce Hasson Verdigris Bronze Cast Puma Sculpture (9-0)
• Approved RWAM Foundation donation of half the funds for a full art appraisal
• Approved RWAM Foundation payment of half the cost for HVAC system evaluation

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss the 2027 budget and a request from the Miracle League of the Lakeshore and Goodwill North Central Wisconsin. The committee will also receive updates on park projects and review special event fee waivers.

• Discussion on the 2027 Budget and Request of the Mayor
• Funding request for Miracles Park ball diamond surfacing replacement project
• September 2026 updates on park projects
• Special Event and Fee Waiver Reports for 8/13/26 - 8/26/26

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a property owner's appeal of a noxious weed assessment for 1911 Marshall St. The agenda also includes routine items: change orders, pay estimates for engineering and public works projects, and contractor payroll affidavits. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Noxious weed assessment appeal for 1911 Marshall St. (item 26-0683)
• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works denied a property owner's appeal of a noxious weed assessment at 1911 Marshall St. It also approved two change orders, including a $14,500 skatepark expansion change order, and approved multiple pay estimates for engineering and public works projects totaling over $800,000. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Denied noxious weed assessment appeal for 1911 Marshall St. (6-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction CO #3 & Final for Lincoln Park Zoo Wetland (6-0)
• Approved 5th Pocket Skateparks CO #1 for 2026 Skatepark Expansion, $14,500 (6-0)
• Approved pay estimates for 9 projects, including $458,068.45 for Silver Creek Stream Restoration (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit requests: one for a temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street and another for a storage/transloading area at 2800 Viebahn Street. The commission will also review minutes from July 7, 2026, discuss the ongoing Chapter 15 zoning code rewrite, and consider several certified survey maps and site plans. No final decisions are listed for the zoning code rewrite, which remains under old business.

• Conditional use permit for temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street (PC 11-2026)
• Conditional use permit for storage/transloading at 2800 Viebahn Street (PC 12-2026)
• Zoning code rewrite (PC 3-2024) under old business
• Certified survey maps for five properties in Manitowoc County towns
• Site plan summaries for Chick-Fil-A, Kwik Trip, and other projects

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street, removing conditions N and O (76-night limit and lottery system) and amending condition C to allow a maximum number of residents determined by life safety, but no less than 12. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for T.J. Potter Trucking for a storage/transloading area at 2800 Viebahn Street. Both approvals were referred to the City Council. The zoning code rewrite was discussed but no decision was made.

• Approved warming shelter conditional use permit with conditions N and O removed and condition C amended (6-0)
• Approved T.J. Potter Trucking conditional use permit for storage/transloading at 2800 Viebahn Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2026 Plan Commission meeting (6-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the 2027 library budget, a proposed staff reorganization plan, and a public bid for the 2nd floor bathroom renovation. The board will also consider a revised employee alcohol and drug policy, approve minutes and financial reports, and hear public comment.

• 2027 Library Budget (action requested)
• Reorganization Plan for Technical Services and Circulation staff (action requested)
• 2nd Floor Bathroom Renovation Public Bid, BID TAB WB-26-21 (action requested)
• Revised Employee Alcohol Misuse Prevention and Anti-Drug Policy for Non-DOT Employees (action requested)
• Approval of minutes from July 27, August 10, and August 17 meetings

The Manitowoc Public Library Board approved its 2027 library budget and a public bid for a 2nd floor bathroom renovation at its August 24, 2026 meeting. The board also approved a personnel committee reorganization update, a revised employee alcohol misuse prevention and anti-drug policy, prior meeting minutes, and July 2026 financial reports. All votes were unanimous except the bathroom renovation bid, which passed 6-0 with one abstention.

• Approved 2027 library budget (7-0)
• Approved 2nd floor bathroom renovation public bid (6-0, Pauwels abstained)
• Approved personnel committee reorganization update (7-0)
• Approved revised employee alcohol misuse prevention and anti-drug policy for non-DOT employees (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 27 regular meeting, August 10 personnel committee, and August 17 finance committee (7-0)
• Approved July 2026 financial reports including Fund 2810 and Fund 2813 budget status and check register (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:23 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a single substantive item: determining the bond for a blasting permit. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order and adjournment).

• Determination of bond for blasting permit

The Board of Public Works voted 8-0 to require a $0 bond for a blasting permit, after a motion to require a $1 million bond failed for lack of a second. The board also requested an update from the fire chief once the permit is granted. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Set $0 bond for blasting permit (8-0)
• Rejected $1 million bond motion (failed for lack of second)
• Requested update from Fire Chief after permit granted

Common Council

The Manitowoc Common Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including a public hearing on a street vacation, appointments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals. Notable actions include authorizing up to $5,637,072 in bonds for lead service line replacement, awarding construction contracts, and approving several ordinances and event permits.

• Resolution to authorize up to $5,637,072 in taxable private LSL replacement revenue bonds (Series 2026)
• Public hearing on proposed street vacation of unnamed street between Deerbrook Lane, Homestead Road & Kellner Street
• Award $310,583 contract to Hamann Construction for library renovation rebid (WB-26-18R)
• Award $28,741.20 contract to Aqualis for sewer televising (WU-26-10)
• Ordinances to amend parking prohibitions on Riverview Drive/Meadow Lane and stop sign at S 22nd St & Summit St

The Common Council approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $5,637,072 in taxable private lead service line (LSL) replacement revenue bonds, Series 2026, along with a related financial assistance agreement, and approved the scope of engagement for the bond issuance. The council also approved its consent agenda, which included a $6,095,559.95 general city claims list, a $310,583.00 library meeting and study room renovation contract to Hamann Construction, and a $28,741.20 sewer televising contract to Aqualis. A public hearing on a proposed street vacation between Deerbrook Lane, Homestead Road and Kellner Street drew no speakers, and the council later adopted a resolution discontinuing a portion of Deerbrook Lane. All recorded votes were unanimous except an ordinance amending parking rules on Riverview Drive and Meadow Lane, which passed 8-0 with Anderson abstaining.

• Approved scope of engagement for up to $5,637,072 taxable LSL replacement revenue bonds, Series 2026 (9-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing issuance and sale of up to $5,637,072 LSL replacement revenue bonds and related financial assistance agreement (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including $6,095,559.95 in general city claims (9-0)
• Awarded library meeting/study room renovation REBID to Hamann Construction for $310,583.00 (consent agenda, 9-0)
• Awarded Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II to Aqualis for $28,741.20 (consent agenda, 9-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments to various committees (9-0)
• Adopted resolution discontinuing a portion of Deerbrook Lane (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending parking rules on Riverview Drive and Meadow Lane (8-0, Anderson abstained)

Library Board Finance Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the 2027 Library Budget. The agenda includes a budget memo, worksheets, a reserve fund balance summary, and a proposed organizational chart. This is the committee's primary item of new business.

• 2027 Library Budget (action requested)
• 2027 Budget Worksheet New Structure
• 2027 Budget Worksheet Current-Expenses Revenue
• Reserve Fund Balance Summary
• Proposed Library Org Chart

The Library Board Finance Committee voted to recommend the 2027 Library Budget as presented to the Library Board for approval. The committee also adjourned the meeting.

• Recommended 2027 Library Budget to the Library Board for approval (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:23 p.m. (5-0)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Industrial Development Corporation is meeting to consider two new business items: a partial release of an easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC and a partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology's industrial loan. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting. The meeting is being held in person and via Zoom.

• Partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC, Lot 1 of Certified Survey, Volume 36, Page 11 (Tax Parcel # 447-004-010)
• Partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology industrial loan
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2026 meeting

The Industrial Development Corporation approved a partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC, which will use the area for a future parking lot expansion. The board also approved a partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology related to an estate settlement, with the industrial loan expected to be paid off in December. Both items were referred to the council for final action.

• Approved partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC (8-2, 2 abstentions)
• Approved partial release of five liens for R2H Flavor Technology industrial loan (9-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2026 meeting (10-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a reorganization plan for library staff. The agenda includes a presentation of the proposed organizational chart and details for several library positions. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Reorganization plan presentation and action request (item 26-0715)
• Proposed library org chart
• Positions affected include Technical Services, Circulation, and Homebound Services

The Library Board Personnel Committee unanimously approved a reorganizational plan that restructures library staff into Technical Services and Circulation departments, and directed staff to prepare the 2027 budget to reflect these changes. The motion was made by Kaderabek, seconded by Pauwels, and passed 6-0.

• Approved reorganizational plan and 2027 budget preparation (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider several traffic safety requests, including new parking restrictions and stop signs, and discuss the 2027 budget. It will also review ambulance service agreements with two local high schools. The consent agenda includes routine monthly reports from police, fire, building inspection, and a blight fund update.

• Prohibit parking on west side of Riverview Drive from Meadow Lane to Holy Family Memorial driveway
• Prohibit parking on north side of Meadow Lane from Riverview Drive to Holy Family Memorial driveway
• Install stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street for northbound and southbound traffic
• Prohibit parking on east side of roadway at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive
• Ambulance service agreements with Roncalli High School and Lincoln High School

The Public Safety Committee approved a request to prohibit parking on the west side of Riverview Drive and the north side of Meadow Lane near Holy Family Memorial, and approved installing stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street. A request to prohibit parking at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive was denied, with the committee instead recommending double yellow lines. The committee also approved ambulance service agreements with Roncalli and Lincoln High Schools, and placed the 2027 budget discussion on file.

• Approved no-parking zones on Riverview Drive and Meadow Lane near Holy Family Memorial (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street (5-0)
• Denied no-parking request at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive; recommended double yellow lines (5-0)
• Approved ambulance service agreement with Roncalli High School (5-0)
• Approved ambulance service agreement with Lincoln High School (5-0)
• Placed 2027 budget discussion on file

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the 2027 budget and may take action on an amendment to the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, a proposed functional classification update for the Manitowoc-Two Rivers urban area, a street light request for the 2200 block of S. 9th Street, and funding for a storm sewer repair at Waldo and Fleetwood Drive. A previously tabled item on Town of Kossuth sewer regionalization will also be considered.

• Discussion on the 2027 Budget and Requests of the Mayor
• Amendment No. 1 for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan with Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC
• WI Department of Transportation Proposed Functional Classification Update for Manitowoc-Two Rivers Urban Area
• Request for Street Light in 2200 Block of S. 9th Street
• Request to fund Storm Sewer Repair on Easement at Waldo and Fleetwood Drive

The Manitowoc Public Works Committee approved Amendment No. 1 for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan and accepted the use of CAWG funds for storm sewer repairs at Waldo Boulevard and Fleetwood Drive, referring both items to the council. The committee also approved the use of the Quay Street dock for Roen Salvage Company pending a legal agreement, denied a request for a new street light on S. 9th Street, tabled two items, and placed the 2027 budget discussion on file.

• Approved minutes from the July 2, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Placed 2027 Budget and Mayor's Requests on file (5-0)
• Tabled Town of Kossuth Sewer Regionalization (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan and referred to council (5-0)
• Tabled WI Department of Transportation Proposed Functional Classification Update (5-0)
• Denied request for street light in 2200 block of S. 9th Street (5-0)
• Accepted request to use CAWG funds for storm sewer repair at Waldo and Fleetwood Drive and referred to council (5-0)
• Approved Quay Street dock usage for Roen Salvage upon legal agreement creation and referred to council (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to consider bids for the Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation. The board will also hear a property owner's appeal regarding a noxious weed assessment. Other business includes reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various projects.

• Bids for Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation (Project #WB-26-21)
• Noxious weed assessment appeal for 1911 Marshall St.
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various Engineering/Public Works projects
• Contractor's Payroll Affidavits

The Board of Public Works received three bids for the Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation project and voted to refer them to the Library Board for tabulation. The board also approved four change orders and multiple pay estimates for various public works projects. No contractor payroll affidavits were submitted.

• Referred library restroom renovation bids to Library Board (7-0)
• Approved 4 change orders totaling $11,390.50 (7-0)
• Approved 13 pay estimates totaling $1,599,976.95 (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee of Manitowoc, WI is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on various agenda items, including the 2027 budget, updated drug and alcohol policies, and police contract bargaining. The meeting is being held in Council Chambers and via remote conferencing on Zoom. The agenda includes a consent agenda with several items, including approval of minutes and review of legal fees. The committee will also convene in closed session to discuss police contract bargaining.

• Review of Legal Fees Billed out Through July 2026
• Discussion on the 2027 Budget and Requests of the Mayor
• Updated Drug and Alcohol Policies
• Update on Police Contract Bargaining
• September Personnel Committee Meeting Date

The committee approved updates to the city's drug and alcohol policies to be sent to the Council. Members also reviewed several human resources and legal reports via a consent agenda. No action was taken regarding police contract bargaining.

• Approved June 1, 2026 Personnel Committee Minutes (4-1)
• Approved updated drug and alcohol policies for consent agenda (4-1)
• Moved September Personnel Meeting to September 8, 2026