Public Meetings - Appleton, Wisconsin

The Appleton Common Council met Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. Mayor Jake Woodford presided with 16 alderpersons present and all department heads represented. The meeting adjourned at 7:36 PM after approving numerous resolutions, ordinances, and committee action items. Consent Calendar - The February 18, 2026 Common Council meeting minutes were approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. - The Appleton Housing Authority reappointment (26-0226) was approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. Mayor Woodford thanked Sergeant Chris Bees for continuing his service with the housing authority. - Ordinances 8-26 to 12-26 (26-0265) were approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. Public Comments & Testimony - Katie Olson (1720 W Reeve St), director of nonprofit Esther, spoke in support of the No Kings 3 special event permit. She described a revised march route that loops around College Avenue instead of ending in the courthouse parking lot, said the route was developed collaboratively with city leadership, and stated organizers would fundraise to cover barricade and signage costs. - Ronna Swift (230 W Seymour St) spoke in support of the permit, citing decades of peace coalition advocacy and emphasizing freedom of speech. - Taylor Wilson (1409 N Graceland Ave), a mother and member of the Democratic Party of Outagamie County, spoke in support, saying the permit would keep protesters, residents, and downtown visitors safe. - Megan Normansell (229 N Rankin St), part of the event safety team, said the team has ongoing training and a history of orderly, safe events. Public Hearings - Public hearing 1-P-26 on sanitary laterals, storm laterals, and storm main for Badger Ave, Eighth St, Sixth St, Dewey St, Walden Ave, Brewster St, Drew St, Oklahoma St, Rankin St, and Lawe St was held. Sarah Leet (1027 W Oklahoma St) expressed concerns about construction communication, financial impact on taxpayers, and repeated delays, and asked for smooth communication over the next two years. - Public hearing 2-P-26 on concrete paving, sidewalk construction, and driveway aprons for Baldeagle Dr, Harrier Ln, Honeygold Ct, Kestrel Cir, and French Rd was held; no one spoke. - Public hearing for the portion of Canal St. street vacation was held; no one spoke. Special Resolutions - Final Resolution 1-P-26 (sanitary laterals, storm laterals, and storm main) was approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. - Final Resolution 2-P-26 (concrete paving, sidewalk construction, and driveway aprons) was approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. - Final Resolution for the portion of Canal St. street vacation was approved 15-0; Mayor Woodford abstained. Discussion Items - No Kings 3 Special Event Application (26-0259): Alderperson Croatt moved to refer the application back to the Safety and Licensing Committee, citing final details to be worked out on the traffic control plan. Mayor Woodford added that organizers had proposed an alternative route after the committee's provisional approval, requiring continued review, and that staffing analysis and a follow-up discussion with organizers were not yet complete. The item was referred back and will be taken up at the Safety and Licensing Committee meeting on March 11 at 5:30 PM. - Reckless Driving Vehicle Impoundment Ordinance (26-0227): Approved 15-0 after discussion. Police Chief Olson explained that reckless driving requires criminal negligence, an unreasonable risk of death or great bodily harm, and driver awareness of the risk; Appleton issued two citations under that criteria in January. He said Milwaukee had adopted a similar ordinance and Green Bay was working on one. The ordinance applies only to vehicles defined by statute, not bicycles or electric bikes. Towing release timing depends on the towing company and applicable fees. - Preliminary 2026-2027PY Community Development Block Grant Community Partner Allocations (26-0209): Approved 14-0; Alderperson Jones and Mayor Woodford abstained. Alderperson Van Zeeland thanked committee participants for their work. Other Committee Action Items Approved (balance of agenda) - Ordinance changes for B-26 Alexander St, B-26 Bell Ave, B-26 Melrose Ave, and A-26 Lawe St reconstruction projects. - All-way stop control change at the Durkee St / Florida Ave intersection. - WisDOT I-41 Memorandum of Agreement for stormwater detention pond construction and maintenance and the permanent limited easement. - Amendments to Municipal Code Sections 19-90 and 19-91 related to parking. - McFleshman's Brewing Co. full-service retail outlet transfer for 2026 Downtown Appleton Farm Market dates. - Rezoning 1-26 for the 5730 N. Ballard Road annexation (approximately 1.93 acres) from AG Agricultural District to R-1B Single-family District, Shoreland-Wetland District, and Shoreland District. - Foxport Extraterritorial Preliminary Plat in the Town of Grand Chute. - Alicia Playground Equipment Project contract award to Lee Recreation LLC, not to exceed $130,000. - Unit B-26 asphalt paving award to Triple P Inc. dba Peters Concrete Company for $1,244,583.86 with a 3.6% contingency of $45,000, for a project total not to exceed $1,289,583.86. - Sole-source purchase of Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley variable frequency drive equipment from Werner Electric for $203,197. - WEDC SAG Grant 2026 budget amendment adding $150,000 each in Misc State Aids and Consulting Services. - Contract Amendment 1 to Donohue for Phase 5 Construction Services in the amount of $209,479, increasing the AWWTP anaerobic digester contract from $293,755 to $503,234, with related 2025-2026 budget carryovers. - Lindbergh Standpipe Recoating Project budget amendment transferring $54,038 from the Matthias Tower Coating Project. - Municipal Code Chapter 4, Sec. 4-278 text amendment on duplex water service. - Engineering services contract for the Lindbergh Standpipe Coating Project to Dixon Engineering, Inc., for $51,465 plus a 5% contingency of $2,573, totaling $54,038. - Police Department Table of Organization change. - Utilities Table of Organization change. - Fox Cities Transit Commission awards for data management system extension and APC support, router and antenna purchase, and commissioning agent contract. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes, mayoral reappointment, special resolutions, ordinances, and the balance of committee agenda items as noted above. - Referred the No Kings 3 special event application back to the Safety and Licensing Committee. - Approved the reckless driving impoundment ordinance 15-0, with Mayor Woodford abstaining. - Approved CDBG preliminary community partner allocations 14-0, with Alderperson Jones and Mayor Woodford abstaining. - Adjourned at 7:36 PM.

The meeting began as part of the Resident Leadership Academy, featuring presentations from Finance Director Jessica Owen on the city's budget constraints (property tax levy growth capped at net new construction, rising costs, ARPA fund usage) and from City Clerk Amy Molitor and Assistant City Attorney Darren Glad on their departments' roles. The latter portion of the meeting transitioned into a simulated Common Council session to consider a lease agreement for a Ferris wheel in Houdini Plaza with Fun in Appleton, Inc. Public Comments & Testimony - Elmer Fun (President, Fun in Appleton, Inc.) spoke in support, describing the proposed 72-foot Ferris wheel costing $800,000, with $6,000 annual rent for five years, and offering 10% of ride proceeds to the city for plaza upkeep. He argued it would attract visitors and generate revenue. - John Park (apartment resident across from Houdini Plaza) opposed, calling the Ferris wheel an eyesore and a folly that would not attract sufficient ridership. - Kristen Requay opposed, citing noise and light pollution for nearby residents, and cautioned against a six-year lease without renegotiation options. - Christine Luke (downtown resident) expressed conditional support, suggesting the city add unique Appleton-themed compartments (e.g., Houdini or music festival ties), raised concerns about noise, lights, and safety given the drinking culture, and questioned the adequacy of the $6,000 annual lease. - Anna Voster opposed on financial grounds, arguing long-term donor funding would dry up after initial excitement and that the community should be polled first. - Karen Huber (downtown resident) opposed, stating Houdini Plaza is too small and proposed the bluff site instead; she also raised liability concerns. - Jennifer Fisher chose not to speak. Discussion Items - Alder from District 5 supported the Ferris wheel, praising downtown vibrancy and noting that Mr. Fun would fund removal after six years. - Alder from District 8 supported the concept but opposed the location, citing views from the newly renovated Zilke building and suggesting an alternate site. - Alder from District 10 asked for a detailed business plan and sought clarity on liability; Assistant City Attorney Glad confirmed the agreement would require Fun in Appleton to procure adequate insurance naming the city as an additional insured. - Alder from District 13 questioned deconstruction and site restoration costs; Glad noted the agreement would require restoration to original condition, but the $800,000 installation fee likely did not cover removal. - Alder from District 9 opposed, citing congestion in Houdini Plaza (farmers market, Oktoberfest), safety concerns, lack of ridership projection, and the bluff site as a better alternative. - Alder from District 6 strongly supported, arguing the city needs revenue and fun attractions, dismissing liability fears and urging approval. - Alder from District 5 later proposed referring the item to the Parks and Recreation Committee to explore an alternate location (e.g., City Park) and negotiate a higher percentage (30% or more) of proceeds for the city. Key Outcomes - The council voted 7-2 to refer the lease agreement back to the Parks and Recreation Committee for further discussion on alternate sites, deconstruction costs, and lease terms. - The motion passed after debate; the item was not approved as originally presented. - The meeting adjourned after the vote, with no other council business discussed.

The Appleton Common Council met on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, adjourning at 7:15 PM. Mayor Jake Woodford presided, with 14 alderpersons present (Alderperson Jones virtually) and 2 excused (Van Zeeland and Heffernan). The meeting opened with an invocation by Alderperson Fenton honoring the life of Reverend Jesse Jackson, who died the previous day, and included the Pledge of Allegiance. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (February 4, 2026): Approved 13-0-1 (Mayor Woodford abstained). - Proclamations: Recognized Black History Month (100th anniversary) and Career & Technical Education Month in the City of Appleton. Public Participation - No members of the public signed up to speak; no one spoke during the public participation period. Discussion Items - Resolution 1-R-26 – Removal of Street Parking on College Avenue (Item 26-0107): Alderperson Hartzheim highlighted that the resolution was amended in committee to apply only to a couple of blocks along College Avenue. The resolution was approved 13-0-1 (Mayor abstained). Key Outcomes - Balance of the Agenda (Committee Reports, 13-0-1): The council approved the remaining action items en bloc, including: - Municipal Services Committee: - Long-term temporary occupancy permit for a construction dumpster in Superior Street through May 31, 2026. - Preliminary Resolution 1-P-26 for sanitary laterals, storm laterals, and storm main construction (referred to Finance Committee for assessment rate). - Preliminary Resolution 2-P-26 for concrete pavement, driveway aprons, and sidewalk construction (referred to Finance Committee). - Parking changes on the 1500 block of N. McDonald Street (follow-up to a 6-month evaluation). - Safety and Licensing Committee: - Taxicab company license for A-Town Affordable Limousine Service (owner Randall Reed), contingent on Inspections approval. - Class A Beer and Class A Liquor license change of agent for Top Dogz Vape Shop (new agent Jason Williams). - Finance Committee: - Sole source contract for Parks and Recreation building furniture upgrades to Nordon Business Environments ($91,681.14, with 5% contingency, total not to exceed $96,265.20). - Award of Unit W-26 Sewer and Water Construction to Kruczek Construction ($2,585,585, with 23% contingency, total not to exceed $2,645,585). - Award of Unit H-26 Northeast Sanitary Interceptor Sewer to PTS Contractors ($1,018,600, with 20% contingency, total $1,038,600). - Award of Unit DE-26 Miscellaneous Sidewalk and Concrete Street Repairs to Al Dix Concrete Inc. ($1,008,850). - Award of Unit A-26 Concrete Paving to Vinton Construction Company ($3,755,429.12, with 15% contingency, total $3,810,429.12). - Approval of Finance Committee reports for Preliminary Resolutions 1-P-26 and 2-P-26. - Development Agreement for Comet Ridge Development (North Appleton Properties, LLC). - Design engineering contract for 2026 Jaycee Park Court Design Project to McMahon ($35,120, with 5% contingency, total $36,876). - Utilities Committee: - Award of K-26 Native Vegetation contract to NES Ecological Services (not to exceed $193,052.01). - Ordinance 7-26: Approved 13-0-1 (Mayor abstained). Other Business - Alderperson Lambrecht shared treats from his recent trip to Kanonji, Japan (Appleton’s sister city), where he met with the mayor and four council members, and discussed continued exchange. - Alderperson Fenton distributed treats from Appleton Bunt House, a new black-owned business on College Avenue, in honor of Black History Month. - Alderperson Schultz thanked colleagues who joined him for a tour of the Outagamie County Resource Recovery Center, encouraging others to visit and learn about recycling and resource recovery. - Mayor Woodford delivered closing remarks acknowledging widespread community agitation and shorter fuses, urging alderpersons to lead with compassion, respect, and kindness, and offered support to anyone needing resources.

The Common Council met on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by the Chair, followed by an invocation delivered by Alder Stancil Martin reflecting on the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call showed 14 alderpersons present (Alder Lambricht excused). The Council approved the minutes of the January 21, 2026 meeting (14-0). No members of the public signed up to speak during public participation. Consent Calendar The Council approved the balance of the agenda by a 14-0 vote, encompassing all items recommended for approval by committees, including: - DT1660 Conveyance of Rights in Land per WisDOT I-41 Transportation Project - 2026 Cap Maintenance Contract at the Closed Landfill to New Paradigm Companies, LLC ($33,000) - 2026 Materials Testing & Contaminated Soils Contract to Westwood Infrastructure, Inc. ($100,000) - Permanent Street Occupancy Permit and Sign Permit for Tennies Jewelry Awning - Proposed Alcohol License Policy Revisions - First Amendment to MOU for Automatic Assistance between Fox Crossing and Appleton Fire Departments - Alcohol license for Cleo's Bar LLC d/b/a Cleo's Brown Beam (contingent) - Alcohol license for Tamil LLC d/b/a Madras Cafe (contingent) - Cigarette/Tobacco/Vaping Device license for Great Lake Marketplace LLC d/b/a Smoke N Vape - Schedule of Deposits Update - Rezoning 9-25 (P-I Public Institutional District) and Certified Survey Map 19-25 for parcels near Xavier Middle School - Wastewater Electrical MCC Replacement Project professional services contract to Donohue and Associates ($399,668) - Transfer of $520,595 contingency from AWWTP Phase 1 to Phase 2 - Fox Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau Grant of $100,000 for acoustical improvements at Fox Cities Exhibition Center (budget amendment, 2/3 vote) - 2026 Budget amendment for Thrivent Cost Reimbursement Agreement ($135,169) - Award of Unit X-26 Sewer and Water Reconstruction to Kruczek Construction ($2,771,111 total) - Unit B-25 Change Order 1 ($57,830.90) - 2025-2026 Budget carryover for Parks ADA Improvements ($48,073) - 2026 Parks ADA Improvements contract to Milbach Construction Services Co. ($90,530 total) - Sole source engineering services contract to McMahon for Caustic Chemical System Upgrade and Raw Water Lake Station projects ($201,300 total) - Award of Design of K2B Pond Rehabilitation Project to McMahon Associates, Inc. ($67,371 total) - Preliminary Engineering for Northland-Bellaire Flood Study Improvements (item 26-0116, discussed separately) - Fleet Maintenance Software award recommendation from Fox Cities Transit Commission Discussion Items 26-0116 – Preliminary Engineering for Northland-Bellaire Flood Study Improvements The Council considered a request to authorize preliminary engineering for initial Northland-Bellaire Flood Study Improvements and Study Update 4, pulled for separate discussion. - Alder Hartzheim asked about the funding source, noting it was not clearly delineated. He reported that staff (Director Youngworth) indicated the 2026 stormwater budget item "Design and Modeling for Flood Mitigation Projects" (Consulting Services, Business Unit 5230) would fund the authorization. - Alder Croat expressed strong support, thanking staff and constituents. He stated the project is estimated at $22 million in three phases, but modeling shows substantial mitigation: a 100-year flood event currently causing over five feet of flooding in some neighborhoods could be reduced to about half a foot. He recommended approval based on the unanimous utility committee recommendation and called it a good infrastructure investment. - Alder Meltzer expressed gratitude to staff and Alder Croat for their diligence, and urged support, stating that delay would be harmful to the city. Key Outcomes - The Northland-Bellaire flood study item (26-0116) was approved 14-0 after separate discussion. - The balance of the agenda (all other committee reports and recommendations) was approved 14-0 en bloc. - Ordinances 4-26 to 6-26 were approved 14-0. - The meeting adjourned after no further business.

The Appleton Common Council met on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Mayor Jake Woodford presided. Fourteen alderpersons were present, two were excused, and one participated virtually. The meeting included a presentation on community engagement, public testimony on parking issues, discussion and votes on separated agenda items, approval of numerous routine items, a referral of a resolution on College Avenue parking, and a closed session on a potential development agreement. Consent Calendar The following items were approved by a 13-0 vote as part of the balance of the agenda without separate discussion: - Approval of December 17, 2025 meeting minutes. - Municipal Services Committee items: Sole source purchase for traffic equipment (26-0046); County/Municipal cost agreement for I-41/Ballard Interchange maintenance (26-0048); Conveyance of rights and quit claim deeds for WisDOT I-41 project (26-0049, 26-0050); Long-term temporary occupancy permit for Copper Leaf Hotel (26-0051); Request from Gibson Loft for a designated ramp stall (26-0052); Revision to financial agreement for Olde Oneida Street Bridge (26-0053); Street discontinuance for a portion of Canal Street (26-0054). - Safety and Licensing Committee items: Denial of mechanical amusement device license for Mad Elephant (25-1091); Approval of two devices (Golden Tee Golf video game and Arachnid electronic dart game) and denial of remaining devices for Houdini's Escape (25-1456); Class "B" Beer license for S&K Food Mart (25-1543); Class "B" Beer and Reserve Liquor licenses for Lucero's Mexican Restaurant (26-0012) and Karma Bar (26-0013); Late renewal of secondhand article dealer license for The Attique Resale (26-0014); Fire Department equipment sharing agreement renewal (26-0026). - City Plan Commission items: Major amendment to Planned Development Overlay for 1025-1111 E. South River Street (25-1535); Annexation of 1.69 acres at 5730 N. Ballard Road from Town of Grand Chute (25-1536); Street discontinuance for a portion of Canal Street (25-1537). - Finance Committee items: Six-year golf cart lease with Yamaha for $57,175 annually (26-0027); Award of parking structure repair and maintenance contract to Western Specialty Contractors for up to $1,387,718.50 (26-0029). - Community Development Committee items: Extension of closing date for Lot 41 in Southpoint Commerce Park (26-0016); Amendment to cost reimbursement agreement with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans adding $135,168.75 for a total escrow deposit fee ceiling of $235,168.75 (26-0055). - Human Resources & Information Technology Committee items: Updated Salary Administration Policy (26-0034); Sole source emergency notification system (26-0035); Creation of a new Valley Transit Administrative Support Specialist position (26-0039). - Board of Health items: Communicable Disease Reporting and Investigation Policy (25-1540); Vital Signs Policy (26-0004); Communicable Disease Reporting and Investigation Procedure (26-0006); Communicable Disease Intake Procedure (26-0007); Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program Procedure (26-0010); Milk Depot Policy (26-0011); Changes to Creation and Maintenance of Policies Policy (26-0020); Changes to Creation and Maintenance of Procedures Policy (26-0022). Public Comments & Testimony Two residents spoke on Item 26-0047 (parking changes on the 1000 block of E. Pacific Street): - Lois Peterson (620 Tonka Street) expressed appreciation for the parking changes but noted that issues persist in surrounding blocks (500/600 Tonka, 900 Pacific, Vine Street) due to a restaurant in the neighborhood, raising safety concerns for emergency vehicles and snow removal. - Larry Wright (1021 E. Pacific Street) voiced approval of the recommended parking change, which personally benefited him by reducing vehicles blocking his driveway. He requested increased monitoring of violations and asked the council to encourage the restaurant owner to inform patrons of parking ordinances, noting frequent violations on narrow streets. Discussion Items Item 26-0047: Parking changes on 1000 block of E. Pacific Street (6-month evaluation) Alderperson Meltzer separated this item for discussion. Alderperson Meltzer read comments from additional constituents (Elise Krista Mishi, Ray Ann Blom, Judy Yeager) who supported the parking change but reported ongoing issues with restaurant-related parking, noise, and safety on surrounding streets. Alderperson Meltzer commended Public Works traffic engineer Eric Lom for the trial design and committed to continued conversations with staff on further solutions. The council voted 13-0 to approve the parking changes. Item 26-0008: Milk Depot Procedure Alderperson Schultz separated this item and asked Health Officer Seepers about program utilization. Seepers reported 1–3 drop-offs per week, but did not have total counts of participating mothers. The program serves as a collection and distribution point managed by an external organization. Alderperson Meltzer praised the resource. Approved 13-0. Item 26-0009: Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program Policy Alderperson Schultz asked about distribution progress. Health Officer Seepers noted the program has been in place for about a year; in Year 1 the city ordered 20 cases of naloxone, and Year 2 orders increased to 40 cases, with partnerships supporting a leave-behind program. Approved 13-0. Key Outcomes - Parking changes on 1000 block of E. Pacific Street approved 13-0 (motion by Alderperson Schultz, second by Alderperson Meltzer). - Milk Depot Procedure approved 13-0 (motion by Alderperson Hartzheim, second by Alderperson Smith). - Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program Policy approved 13-0 (motion by Alderperson Hartzheim, second by Alderperson Meltzer). - Balance of the agenda approved 13-0 (motion by Alderperson Fenton, second by Alderperson Meltzer), including all consent calendar items and several contested license appeals. - Consolidated Action Items (Canal Street vacation) approved 13-0. - Ordinances 1-26, 2-26 (N. Ballard Rd Annexation), 3-26 approved 13-0. - Resolution 1-R-26 (removal of on-street parking on College Avenue between the bridge and Drew Street) submitted by Alderpersons Schultz and Smith was referred to the Municipal Services Committee. - Closed session was held from 7:37 PM to 8:47 PM under §19.85(1)(e) to discuss a potential development agreement and investment of public funds related to the redevelopment of the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Appleton Campus. No action was taken; the council reconvened and adjourned at 8:47 PM.

The Appleton Common Council met on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers. The agenda included routine approvals, mayor's business, public participation, committee reports, ordinances, and license referrals. No minutes or transcript were provided, so no specific discussions, votes, or public testimony can be summarized. The following items appeared on the agenda: Agenda Overview - Call to Order, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call - Approval of Previous Council Meeting Minutes (Item 19-0314) - Business Presented by the Mayor (Item 19-0315) - Public Participation (no specific comments recorded) - Public Hearings (none listed with detail) - Special Resolutions (none listed) - Establish Order of the Day - Committee Reports – Reports from Municipal Services, Safety and Licensing (Items 23-0311 and 23-0310 with legislative history), City Plan Commission, Parks and Recreation (Item 19-0313), Finance, Community Development, Utilities, Human Resources & IT, Fox Cities Transit Commission, Board of Health - Consolidated Action Items (none detailed) - Items Held (none specified) - Ordinances (Item 24-0894 – Practice Ordinance File) - License Applications and Communications Referred to Committees - Resolutions Submitted by Alderpersons (none detailed) - Other Council Business - Adjournment Key Outcomes Because the meeting minutes and transcript are unavailable, no decisions, vote tallies, or next steps can be reported. The agenda indicates that the Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval and amended an item on March 20, 2023, with a premise hour amendment to 10 hours, but no council action on that date is recorded.

The Common Council of Appleton, Wisconsin convened on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers. The meeting was largely procedural, with several agenda items marked as test files and no substantive discussion recorded in the available materials. Call to Order, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call The meeting opened with the call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and roll call of alderpersons and department heads. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes Minutes from the previous council meeting (May 5, 2021) were considered under item 19-0314 (ileg TEST Minutes). No vote or objection is recorded. Business Presented by the Mayor The mayor presented item 19-0315 (ileg TEST file 2). No further details are available. Public Participation No public comments are noted in the agenda or transcript. Committee Reports Reports from multiple committees were listed, including Municipal Services, Safety and Licensing, City Plan Commission, Parks and Recreation, Finance, Community Development, Utilities, Human Resources & Information Technology, Fox Cities Transit Commission, and Board of Health. Only the Safety and Licensing Committee had specific test items (23-0311 and 23-0310) with legislative history noting a recommended approval and an amendment to premises hours changed to 10. No action was taken on these at the full council level. Consolidated Action Items, Items Held, Ordinances, License Applications, and Resolutions Several sections (M through R) were listed but contained only test or placeholder entries (e.g., 24-0894 Practice Ordinance File). No substantive business was transacted. Adjournment The meeting adjourned. No specific time is recorded. Note: The agenda contained multiple test files and no official minutes or transcript were provided. The meeting date is based on the supplied timestamp (2025-12-23 16:30:00+00:00), which differs slightly from the agenda's stated 10:00 AM start time.

This was a procedural test session of the Appleton Common Council held on December 23, 2025. The agenda consisted entirely of placeholder test items (e.g., "ileg TEST Minutes", "S&L Test Info. Item", "Practice Ordinance File") with no substantive business. No minutes or transcript were provided, and no official actions were taken. Agenda Highlights - Call to Order, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call - Approval of previous meeting minutes (item 19-0314) - Business presented by the Mayor (item 19-0315) - Public Participation (none) - Committee reports: Safety and Licensing items 23-0311 (test info) and 23-0310 (test action item with amendment changing hours of premise to 10), Parks and Recreation committee item 19-0313 (test file) - Ordinance item 24-0894 (Practice Ordinance File) - Other standard procedural sections (consolidated action items, licenses, etc.) Key Outcomes No decisions, votes, or substantive discussions were recorded. All agenda entries were marked as test files, indicating this was a hidden or system-test session.

This meeting took place on 2025-12-23 at 16:15 UTC (10:15 AM CST), though the agenda lists a 10:00 AM start time in Council Chambers. The official minutes and transcript are not available, so this summary is based solely on the agenda. The agenda contains multiple test items (e.g., "ileg TEST Minutes", "ileg TEST File 2"), suggesting this may have been a practice or hidden meeting. Agenda Overview - Call to Order, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and roll calls of alderpersons and department heads. - Approval of previous council minutes (item 19-0314). - Business presented by the Mayor (item 19-0315). - Public Participation, Public Hearings, Special Resolutions, and Establishment of the Order of the Day. - Committee Reports from: Municipal Services; Safety and Licensing (including items 23-0311 and 23-0310, with an amendment changing hours of premise to 10); City Plan Commission; Parks and Recreation; Finance; Community Development; Utilities; Human Resources & IT; Fox Cities Transit Commission; and Board of Health. - Consolidated Action Items, Items Held, Ordinances (e.g., practice file 24-0894), License Applications and Communications referred to committees, Resolutions submitted by alderpersons, Other Council Business, and Adjournment. Key Outcomes - No formal votes or decisions are recorded. Without minutes or transcript, no substantive outcomes can be determined. The agenda includes placeholder/test files, indicating the meeting may have been non-substantive.