Mequon meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Mequon council approves $1.04M fire engine, adopts FY2027 fire-EMS budget

The Mequon Common Council on Oct. 13 approved the purchase of a Pierce BMP 1 fire engine for $1,038,705 and adopted the Southern Ozaukee Fire & Emergency Medical Services Department's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, along with an exception to state levy limits for the department. Each vote was 8-0, according to the official minutes.

The same three items appeared on the Public Safety Committee agenda dated Oct. 13 as Resolution 4314 (the fire engine purchase), Resolution 4312 (the FY2027 budget) and Resolution 4313 (the levy limit exception). The committee's own action on them is not recorded in the materials provided.

Development agreements

The council approved two residential development agreements, both 8-0: one for Enclave at Mequon Preserve - Phase X, and a first amendment to the Foxtown Townhomes II LLC development agreement. The minutes summary does not include the terms, unit counts or dollar figures associated with either agreement.

Juniper Trail

Council members approved, 8-0, an intent to discontinue a portion of Juniper Trail. The Public Works Committee agenda described the item as Resolution 4311, covering approximately 791.50 feet of Juniper Trail from the County Line to Juniper Lane. The council action recorded is an intent to discontinue, not a completed discontinuation.

Separation agreement

The council approved execution of a Separation Agreement regarding Guerrero v. Mequon, 8-0. No terms of the agreement appear in the summary provided.

Items still in committee

Most of the week's other business was noticed on agendas only; minutes for those bodies have not been published, so no outcomes are established.

• **Finance-Personnel Committee (Oct. 13):** Review of Ordinance 2026-1695, establishing an Economic Development and Tourism Board, and Ordinance 2026-1696, establishing and imposing a lodging tax for tourism promotion. Also October license applications and the September vouchers paid list.
• **Public Welfare Committee (Oct. 13):** Ordinance 2026-1697, amending Section 50-100 on sex offender residency restrictions and child safety zones, plus review of initial feedback from boards, committees and commissions on the city's Code of Ordinances.
• **Committee of the Whole (Oct. 13):** An overview of city right-of-way asset management and the annual road program, and a discussion of Transportation Alternatives Program grants for Donges Bay and Range Line Roads.
• **Committee of the Whole (Oct. 6):** A special meeting to discuss a proposed design concept for Phase One of the Mequon Commons Plan. No formal action was scheduled.
• **Appropriations Committee (Oct. 6):** A budget overview covering revenues, the Debt Service Fund and the Capital Projects Fund, followed by department-by-department review, and a possible recommendation on the proposed FY2027 budget. No dollar amounts appear in the agenda text.
• **Architectural Board (Oct. 12):** Eleven action items, including nine new single-family residences, a second-story addition and renovation at 10431 N. Applewood Court, a detached garage, and exterior changes at 114 W. Mequon Road.
• **Festivals Committee (Oct. 7):** Election of a chair and vice chair, review of the Taste of Mequon map, procedures and vendor survey results, and discussion of Taste of Mequon 2027 dates and budgets. No dollar amounts or specific dates appear in the agenda.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings were listed in the data provided for the next 14 days, so this roundup cannot identify any sessions to attend. Readers should check the city's official meeting calendar and posted agendas for scheduled dates, locations and any changes.

Mequon agendas list $1,038,705 fire engine, lodging tax and Juniper Trail item; recent meetings remain agenda-only

Mequon's Common Council and four committees meet Tuesday, Oct. 13, with agendas that include a $1,038,705 fire engine purchase, proposed ordinances creating a lodging tax and a tourism board, and a resolution signaling intent to discontinue about 791.50 feet of Juniper Trail. None of these items has been decided; each appears on an agenda as a matter for consideration. Minutes from the six meetings held in the past two weeks have not been published, so no votes or outcomes from those sessions are established in the record reviewed here.

Fire engine and fire department budget

The Public Safety Committee agenda for Oct. 13 lists Resolution 4314, purchase of a Pierce BMP 1 Fire Engine for $1,038,705. The same agenda lists Resolution 4312, adoption of the Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS FY 2027 budget, and Resolution 4313, an exception to levy limits for the department. The Common Council's Oct. 13 agenda also lists the fire engine purchase. The committee is additionally scheduled to discuss Automated License Plate Reader (Flock) transparency and policy and to receive a Traffic Safety Unit program update.

Lodging tax and tourism board

The Finance-Personnel Committee on Oct. 13 will review ORDINANCE 2026-1695, establishing an Economic Development and Tourism Board, and ORDINANCE 2026-1696, establishing and imposing a lodging tax for tourism promotion. The Common Council agenda also lists an ordinance to establish a lodging tax for tourism promotion. The Finance-Personnel agenda also includes October 2026 license applications, the September 2026 vouchers paid list, and a work plan discussion. The lodging tax was likewise on the Economic Development Board's Sept. 29 agenda, listed for review and possible approval; minutes from that meeting have not been published.

Land, roads and development

The Public Works Committee will consider Resolution 4311, an intent to discontinue approximately 791.50 feet of Juniper Trail from the County Line to Juniper Lane, along with Enterprise Performance Standards for Vehicle Leasing and the 2026 Work Plan. The Common Council agenda lists a development agreement for a 13-lot home development west of 10625 North Tree Sparrow Road and the proposed discontinuation of the Juniper Trail portion. The Committee of the Whole will discuss city right-of-way asset management and the annual road program, plus Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grants for Donges Bay and Range Line Roads.

Other items

The Public Welfare Committee will consider ORDINANCE 2026-1697, amending Section 50-100 regarding sex offender residency restrictions and child safety zones, and review initial feedback from boards, committees and commissions on the City's Code of Ordinances. The Common Council agenda lists a first reading of the sex offender residency ordinance.

Recent meetings: agendas only

• **Sept. 29, Economic Development Board** — lodging tax ordinances, an SW industrial development feasibility update, a Port Washington Road market analysis, and minutes from June 2, 2026. Next meeting Oct. 27 at 8 a.m.
• **Sept. 30, Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Commission** — special session at 250 Elm Street, Thiensville, at 5:00 PM, with a closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) on fire chief succession planning and possible action in open session.
• **Oct. 6, Appropriations Committee** — FY2027 budget overview covering revenues, the Debt Service Fund and the Capital Projects Fund, department-by-department review, and a possible recommendation on the proposed FY2027 budget. No dollar amounts appear in the agenda.
• **Oct. 6, Committee of the Whole** — discussion of a proposed design concept for Phase One of the Mequon Commons Plan; no formal action was scheduled.
• **Oct. 7, Festivals Committee** — election of a chair and vice chair; review of the Taste of Mequon map, procedures and vendor survey results; discussion of 2027 dates; selection of a 2026 holiday event or 2027 events.
• **Oct. 12, Architectural Board** — 11 action items, including nine new single-family residences, one second-story addition and renovation, one detached garage, and exterior changes to a commercial property. Named items include 10431 N. Applewood Court, 114 W. Mequon Road, Lot #5 in Riverland Meadows, 13104 N. Granville Road, and resubmittals at 12300 W. Bonniwell Road and 10416 N. Stratford Place.

Coming up

All of the following are scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 13: Finance-Personnel Committee, Public Safety Committee, Public Works Committee, Public Welfare Committee, Committee of the Whole, and Common Council. The Economic Development Board's next meeting is listed for Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 8:00 a.m.

Mequon Council Approves 87-Lot Rezoning on Baehr Road

The Common Council approved a rezoning that will allow an 87-lot single-family neighborhood on 107 acres south of 10303 Baehr Road. The 5-4 vote on Ordinance 2026-1694 came after a motion to deny the rezoning failed 4-5. The council also approved a $147,544 contract for Wi-Fi and security at two park pavilions, a $182,500 reallocation of federal pandemic funds, and several financial policy changes.

Common Council actions

• **Ordinance 2026-1694** – Rezoning for an 87-lot residential neighborhood on Baehr Road. Approved 5-4. A motion to reject the rezoning failed 4-5.
• **Consent agenda** – Approved unanimously, including a development agreement for Foxtown Townhomes II.
• **Resolution 4303** – Reallocated $182,500 in American Rescue Plan Act funds. Approved unanimously.
• **Resolution 4304** – Awarded a $147,544 contract to Advanced Technical, LLC for Wi-Fi, security cameras, and keyless entry at Rotary Park and River Barn Park pavilions. Approved unanimously.
• **Resolution 4305** – Amended the city's financial policy to add sewer utility reserve requirements. Approved unanimously.
• **Closed session** – Authorized for litigation strategy in Guerrero v. Mequon. Approved unanimously.

Other meetings scheduled

Several committees met or are scheduled to meet in the past two weeks, with items still pending or under review.

• **Architectural Board (Aug. 10)** – Agenda only. The board will review nine residential projects, including new homes at 14151 N. Lake Shore Drive and 12871 N. Blue Jay Lane, an addition at 436 W. Saddleworth Court, a new home at 8154 W. Skylark Court, and a detached garage at 10415 W. Vista View Circle.
• **Public Works Committee (Aug. 12)** – Agenda only. The committee considered the park Wi-Fi/security contract (later approved by the council), reviewed city code on boards and commissions, discussed a joint letter to WisDOT about the Mequon Road Bridge, and reviewed the 2026 work plan.
• **Finance-Personnel Committee (Aug. 12)** – Agenda only. The committee considered the ARPA reallocation (later approved by the council), received a 2026 investment portfolio update from DANA Investment Advisors, reviewed budget and cash reports as of June 30, and had license applications and July 2026 vouchers on the agenda for approval.
• **Committee of the Whole (Aug. 12)** – Discussion only. The committee reviewed design concepts for Phase One of the Mequon Commons Plan; no formal action was taken.
• **Sewer Utility District Commission (Aug. 12)** – Agenda only. The commission was scheduled to vote on Resolution 4305 (later approved by the council) and receive a construction update on Lift Station E.
• **Mequon Municipal Water Utility Commission (Aug. 12)** – Agenda only. The commission will consider amendments to reserve requirements, a new funding policy, and a water connection policy change.
• **Board of Canvass (Aug. 13)** – Agenda only. The board will canvass the results of the Aug. 11 election and approve minutes from April 10.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days.

Mequon boards set to weigh $351,014 interest payment, $700,000 fund transfer, and new subdivision plans

Mequon's Common Council and Finance-Personnel Committee both have Resolution 4299 on their July 14 agendas, which would authorize a $351,014 interest payment on prior inter-fund advances and transfer $700,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Fund. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the meetings below, so all items reflect what was scheduled on agendas, not confirmed outcomes.

Common Council — July 14

The Common Council agenda lists Resolution 4299 alongside Resolution 4300, which would adopt amendments to City Financial Policy Statements 9 (Debt Management) and 10 (Accounting, Auditing, & Financial Reporting). Two ordinances are scheduled for first reading: Ordinance 2026-1694, which would amend the zoning map for 87 single-family lots on 107 acres south of 10303 Baehr Road, and Ordinance 2026-1693, which would create Section 46-4 to regulate camping in Mequon. The council is also set to confirm two mayoral appointments: Denise Long to the Festivals Committee and Elizabeth Stern to the Park & Open Space Board.

Finance-Personnel Committee — July 14

The Finance-Personnel Committee agenda includes the same Resolution 4299 and Resolution 4300. The committee is also scheduled to approve June 9 meeting minutes, review July 2026 license applications, receive an informational update on 2027 budget development, and discuss the Finance-Personnel Work Plan.

Committee of the Whole — July 14

The Committee of the Whole is scheduled to approve minutes from June 4 and June 9 and discuss water and sewer utility funding, including amendments to sewer and water reserve policies and a draft water funding policy. Impact fees are also listed for discussion. No formal actions on these items are scheduled.

Architectural Board — July 13

The Architectural Board agenda includes review of three new single-family residences: 6260 W. Fox Crossing Drive (Lakeside Development Co.), 9423 W. Huntington Drive (Korndoerfer Homes), and 10035 N. Migratory Lane (Tim O'Brien Homes). Also listed are a shed at 9845 N. Thornapple Lane (Envision Design) and a garage addition with exterior changes at 5310 W. Parkview Drive (Wade Design & Construction). The board will note a pending review of city code related to board and committee responsibilities.

Police Commissioners — July 13

The Board of Police Commissioners agenda acknowledges the swearing-in of a new Police Captain as an informational item. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

Festivals Committee — July 15

The Festivals Committee is set to approve minutes from May 19 and June 22 and discuss agreements and any additional budget for new entertainment and children's activities at the Taste of Mequon. Updates on volunteers, sponsors, and vendors are listed, along with discussion of a Fall 2026 walk/run event and a review of city code related to boards, committees, and commissions.

Tree Board — July 23

The Tree Board agenda lists street tree approval for Enclave Phase X and XI and review of June 4 meeting minutes.

Coming up

• **Planning Commission, July 27:** Public hearings on a childcare facility at 1406 W. Mequon Road and a building addition at 10235 N. Port Washington Road; consideration of a 16-lot subdivision on 42 acres at 13669 N. Port Washington Road, a 42,784 sq. ft. flex building north of 7216 W. Donges Bay Road, and a site plan amendment for 8 pickleball courts at 11036 N. Range Line Road.

Mequon boards set to weigh $351,014 interest payment, $700,000 fund transfer, and zoning changes for 87 lots

Mequon's Common Council was scheduled to act on a $351,014 interest payment and a $700,000 fund transfer this past week, alongside first-reading ordinances that would rezone 87 single-family lots near Baehr Road and establish new rules for camping in the city. Minutes for all recent meetings have not yet been published, so the outcomes described below reflect what agendas listed for consideration, not confirmed results.

Common Council: Resolution 4299 and zoning ordinances

The Common Council's July 14 agenda included Resolution 4299, which would authorize payment of interest on prior inter-fund advances estimated at $351,014 and transfer $700,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Fund. The council was also set to consider Resolution 4300, adopting amendments to City Financial Policy Statements 9 and 10.

Two first-reading ordinances were on the agenda. Ordinance 2026-1694 would amend the zoning map for 87 lots on 107 acres south of 10303 Baehr Road. Ordinance 2026-1693 would create Section 46-4 to regulate camping in Mequon. First readings are introductory; final adoption would require subsequent council action.

Mayoral appointments listed for confirmation were Denise Long to the Festivals Committee and Elizabeth Stern to the Park & Open Space Board.

Finance-Personnel Committee

The Finance-Personnel Committee's July 14 agenda mirrored several council items. The committee was scheduled to approve June 9 meeting minutes, review July 2026 license applications, and act on Resolution 4299 and Resolution 4300. An informational update on 2027 budget development and a discussion of the Finance-Personnel Work Plan were also listed.

Committee of the Whole: water and sewer funding

The Committee of the Whole was set to approve minutes from June 4 and June 9, then discuss water utility funding, sewer utility funding, and impact fees. The agenda included review of utility financial policies, with amendments to sewer and water reserve policies and a draft water funding policy. No formal actions on these funding items were scheduled.

Architectural Board: five residential projects

The Architectural Board's July 13 agenda listed consideration of five projects: a new single-family residence at 6260 W. Fox Crossing Drive (Lakeside Development Co.); a new single-family residence at 9423 W. Huntington Drive (Korndoerfer Homes); a new single-family residence at 10035 N. Migratory Lane (Tim O'Brien Homes); a shed at 9845 N. Thornapple Lane (Envision Design); and a garage addition and exterior changes at 5310 W. Parkview Drive (Wade Design & Construction). The board was also to note a pending review of city code related to board and committee responsibilities.

Bike and Pedestrian Way Commission

On July 9, the Mequon-Thiensville Bike and Pedestrian Way Commission was scheduled to discuss preferences for treatment of the Mequon Road Bridge over the Milwaukee River, review the 2027 capital budget, and update the bikeway priority project list. No formal actions were scheduled.

Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners met July 13 to acknowledge the swearing-in of a new Police Captain. The agenda noted no formal decisions or votes; items requiring action were to be placed on future agendas.

Festivals Committee: Taste of Mequon planning

The Festivals Committee's July 15 agenda included confirming times, creating agreements, and considering any additional budget for new entertainment and children's activities at the Taste of Mequon. Updates on volunteers, sponsors, and vendors were listed, along with discussion of a Fall 2026 walk/run event.

Coming up

• **Tree Board, July 23** — Will consider street tree approval for Enclave Phase X and XI and review June 4, 2026 meeting minutes.