Public Meetings - Appleton, Wisconsin

This summary is based solely on the meeting agenda. No official minutes or transcript were available for this meeting, so no decisions, discussions, or public testimony can be reported. Agenda Overview - Call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and roll call. - Approval of previous council meeting minutes. - Business presented by the Mayor. - Public participation and public hearings. - Special resolutions and establishment of the order of the day. - Committee reports from Municipal Services, Safety and Licensing, 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, license applications and communications referred to committees, resolutions submitted by alderpersons, other council business, and adjournment. Key Outcomes - No outcomes can be reported because the meeting minutes and transcript were not provided.

The Appleton Common Council met at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in Council Chambers, with Mayor Jake Woodford presiding. The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. and adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Fourteen alderpersons were present, including Alderperson Heffernan virtually; Alderpersons Smith and Jones were excused, and all department heads were represented. No public hearings, special resolutions, ordinances, or items held were on the agenda. The Council approved the prior meeting minutes, received Mayor's business, heard no public comment, referred two license appeals back to committee, approved the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and approved the balance of the agenda en bloc. Consent Calendar and En Bloc Approvals - Approved the Common Council minutes of December 3, 2025 (13-0; Mayor Woodford abstained). - Approved appointment of Election Inspectors for the 2026-2027 election cycle (12-0; Alderperson Hartzheim and Mayor Woodford abstained, 2 excused). - Approved Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board reappointment (13-0; Mayor abstained). - Approved the balance of the agenda as recommended by committees (13-0; Mayor abstained), including: - Municipal Services: 2026 DPW Fee Schedule; Long-Term Temporary Occupancy Permit 25-206-T for the Apple Ridge construction dumpster on Baldeagle Drive and Harrier Lane through January 9, 2026; State Municipal Financial Agreements 1130-65-71 (I-41 Mainline Meade to Ballard), 1130-65-72 (I-41 Mainline Ballard to French), 1130-65-74 (STH 441 Mainline CTH OO to I-41), and 1130-65-78 (I-41/STH 441 Interchange); 2026 contract with SCS Engineers for operation, maintenance, and monitoring at the closed City of Appleton Landfill in an amount not to exceed $79,950, with authorization for annual contract extensions through 2035; and revisions to the Residential Refuse Cart Exchange/Addition Policy. - Safety and Licensing: approval of the denial recommendation for the operator license of Tosheba Jackson; 2026 secondhand jewelry, secondhand article, and pawnbroker license renewals contingent upon approval from all departments; Class B Beer License application for PNK LLC d/b/a Juicy Shrimp Shack, Paul Vang, Agent, contingent upon approval from the Inspections department; cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device license application for NAC LLC d/b/a OB's Brau Haus, Christopher Nelis, Agent; and proposed revisions to the Special Events Policy. - City Plan Commission: Comet Ridge Final Plat approval, subject to conditions in the staff memo; release of drainage easement for Lot 15 of Lumbini Estates (Tax Id 31-9-4161-41), subject to recording a correction instrument with the Calumet County Register of Deeds. - Finance: 2025 budget amendments including Police asset forfeiture funds of $32,975 for new SWAT equipment, Police K9 and bike helmet donations of $36,720 with related expense increases, and Hazardous Materials state aid of $17,542 for equipment; Charter Ordinance Section 3-131 changes regarding Board of Review meeting timing; U-26 Water Main Reconstruction award to Kruczek Construction in the amount of $357,000 with a contingency of $35,000 for a total not to exceed $392,000; DNR Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant acceptance for private-side outreach in the amount of $65,000 with a 2026 Water Utility budget amendment; BB-25 Parking Structure Roof Replacement Change Order 1 in the amount of $59,330, bringing the not-to-exceed contract total to $236,190 with a new contingency of $2,500; Unit G-26 Pond Dredging award to Advance Construction Inc. in the amount of $119,802.75 with a contingency of $11,980.27 for a total not to exceed $131,783.02; AWWTP MCC Replacement Project Phase 1 award to Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. in the amount of $1,605,450 with a 10% contingency for a project total not to exceed $1,765,995; write-off of $62,590.10 in accounts receivable and $16,005.50 in personal property taxes outstanding over one year; and Change Order 2 to Fabick Power Systems totaling $93,148.50 with associated budget amendment. - Utilities: 2026A Stormwater Management Plan review contract to Brown and Caldwell in an amount not to exceed $40,000; 2026B contract to raSmith in an amount not to exceed $40,000; acceptance of the DNR Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant in the amount of $65,000; and Renewable Natural Gas Purchase and Site Lease Agreement between Terreva Outagamie RNG and the Appleton Department of Utilities. - Human Resources and IT: approval of the Appleton Police Department reorganization. - Fox Cities Transit Commission: 2026 intergovernmental agreements with Outagamie, Winnebago, and Calumet Counties for specialized transportation, contingent on each county's approval; Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride agreements with the City of Neenah and the Village of Fox Crossing, contingent on each approval; and the 2025-2026 Federal Section 5310 sub-recipient contract. Public Comments and Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak during Public Participation. Mayor's Business, Announcements and Recognition - Parade Committee Chairman Corey Otis presented the Downtown Appleton Christmas Parade Awards for the 54th parade held November 25, 2025. Bobber's Bar received Best Commercial Entry; The Salvation Army Fox Cities received Best Non-Commercial Entry; and Eric's Winter and Landscape Service received the Bernie Perlman Memorial Trophy. Otis also noted the upcoming 75th Appleton Flag Day Parade and the nation's 250th birthday in 2026. - Mayor Woodford announced that Finance Director Oman will move into the Enterprise Account Manager position within the finance department. A search for a new Finance Director will begin after the start of the new year, with Director Oman continuing until a new director is appointed or until March 2026, whichever comes first. - The Mayor read a citation honoring retiring Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director Dean Gazza for 20 years of service, approximately $200 million in capital improvement projects, and approximately $50 million in operating budgets. Several alderpersons stood and offered tributes praising his leadership, mentorship, and the department's accomplishments. Discussion Items - 25-1091 Mechanical Amusement Device License for Mad Elephant, Chisa Jitmaiwong, Agent, located at 1222 S. Oneida St. - appeal of application denial: Alderperson Croatt moved, seconded by Alderperson Hartzheim, to refer the item back to the Safety and Licensing Committee. The voice vote carried with no opposition. Croatt said the committee wanted an opportunity to discuss the Attorney Berwin memo with the applicant or the applicant's attorney, who were not present at the committee meeting. - 25-1456 Mechanical Amusement Device License for Houdini's Escape Gastropub, Katelyn James, Agent, located at 1216 S. Oneida St. - appeal of application denial: referred back to the Safety and Licensing Committee without objection, for essentially the same reason. - 25-1498 Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2026-2030: Alderperson Schultz separated the item for discussion. Director Gazza said the plan reflects community input and includes more parks in underserved areas, more pickleball courts, dog-friendly areas, trails, and green space. He also noted that an updated plan is necessary for the city to apply for state grants. The Council approved the plan 13-0. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes of December 3, 2025 (13-0; Mayor abstained). - Approved Election Inspector appointments for 2026-2027 (12-0; 2 abstentions, 2 excused). - Approved CDBG Advisory Board reappointment (13-0; Mayor abstained). - Referred Mad Elephant and Houdini's Escape mechanical amusement device license appeals back to the Safety and Licensing Committee. - Approved Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2026-2030 (13-0; Mayor abstained). - Approved the balance of the agenda en bloc (13-0; Mayor abstained), approving all committee recommendations listed above. - Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

No meeting data (agenda, minutes, or transcript) was provided for this date. Therefore, a detailed summary cannot be generated.

The Appleton Common Council met on December 3, 2025, at 7:01 PM in Council Chambers, with Mayor Jake Woodford presiding. The meeting was brief (adjourned at 7:09 PM) due to a light agenda following the Thanksgiving holiday. All 15 alderpersons were present except Alderperson Martyn Smith (excused). The council approved routine reappointments, adopted a revised golf course rates policy, and heard a retirement announcement from the Parks and Recreation Director. Consent Calendar - Approval of Previous Minutes (25-1430): The minutes of the November 19, 2025 Common Council meeting were approved by voice vote (14-0, Mayor abstained). - Mayor’s Reappointments: All three reappointment items were approved unanimously (14-0, Mayor abstained each): - Advisory Panel on Sustainability Reappointments (25-1431) - Parade Committee Reappointment (25-1432) - Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee Reappointments (25-1433) Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak, and no public hearings were held. Discussion Items - Reid Golf Course Rates Policy (25-1393): The council approved the proposed revised 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Committee. The motion passed by voice vote (14-0, Mayor abstained). No discussion occurred. - Retirement of Parks & Recreation Director Dean Gaza: Mayor Woodford announced that Director Gaza, after a distinguished career, will retire effective January 2, 2026. Deputy Director Tom Flick will serve as interim director. The council will honor Director Gaza at the next meeting (December 17). - Upcoming Sustainability Report: An alderperson reminded the council that the Advisory Panel on Sustainability will present its report on December 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM, and encouraged attendance. Key Outcomes - Approved (14-0): Previous meeting minutes, all three reappointment packages, and the revised Reid Golf Course Rates Policy. - Directed: The balance of the agenda was approved without separate votes (motion carried by voice vote, no opposition). - System Issues: The council experienced electronic voting system issues and conducted all votes by voice; all recorded votes were unanimous except for the Mayor’s abstentions. - Next Steps: The council will convene on December 17, 2025, for the final meeting of the year, including the sustainability panel presentation and a retirement celebration for Director Gaza.

The Appleton Common Council met on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Mayor Jake Woodford presided, with 15 alderpersons present, one excused (Brad Firkus), and all department heads represented except the Library Director and Parks and Recreation Director. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, a public hearing on Plan Appleton, adoption of a comprehensive plan update, approval of a drainage study, and a contract for brownfield services. The meeting adjourned at 7:26 PM. Consent Calendar - Meeting Minutes Approved: The minutes of the November 5, 2025 Common Council meeting and the November 12, 2025 Budget Adoption meeting were approved by a vote of 14-0, with Mayor Woodford abstaining. Public Comments & Testimony - Jennifer Sunstrom, Director of Public Relations and Government Affairs for the Realtors Association of Northeast Wisconsin, spoke in full support of the Plan Appleton comprehensive plan update. She praised the consultants, data presentation, housing focus, and extensive public engagement process, stating that no one could claim the plan was pushed through "in the dark of night." - Abby Maslanka, a civil engineer from Menasha who works in Appleton, expressed support for the comprehensive plan. She commended the city's open-ear approach to stakeholders, noted she attended two public engagement events, and voiced support on behalf of residents facing housing cost burdens (paying more than 30% of income on housing). Public Hearing - A public hearing was held for the adoption of Plan Appleton (Item 25-1423). No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The mayor acknowledged that comments made during Public Participation counted toward the hearing record. Discussion Items - Plan Appleton – Comprehensive Plan Update (Item 25-1163): Alderperson Fenton thanked the community participants, city staff (especially principal planner Lindsay Smith), and noted the unified vision. Alderperson Meltzer described the process as amazing and the best during her council tenure. Alderperson Smith praised the public participation and product quality. Alderperson Schultz asked about outdated appendixes (Fox River Corridor Plan from 2011). Director Holman explained that implementation will be the priority, and updates to older sub-area plans will occur in future years. The motion to adopt Plan Appleton carried 14-0. - Providence Trails Drainage Study (Item 25-1212): Alderperson Hartzheim thanked DPW staff and urged adoption of Alternative 3 as recommended by the Utilities Committee, calling it a balanced approach. Alderperson Meltzer commended Hartzheim’s advocacy and staff’s due diligence. The study findings and recommendations were approved 14-0. - Brownfield Services Contract – Stantec Consulting (Item 25-1410): The council awarded a contract to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for grant writing services at no cost to the city and for grant-funded environmental testing and remediation not to exceed $190,000, contingent on securing EPA and WEDC grants. The motion passed 13-0, with Alderperson Jones abstaining and Mayor Woodford also abstaining. Key Outcomes - Adopted Resolution 2025-15 approving Plan Appleton (a complete update of the Comprehensive Plan) by a vote of 14-0. - Approved Resolution to Change Aldermanic District 15 Polling Place (Item 25-1345) by a vote of 14-0. - Approved Providence Trails Drainage Study Findings and Recommendations (Alternative 3) by a vote of 14-0. - Approved Contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for brownfield services with the noted conditions, by a vote of 13-0 (two abstentions). - Approved the Balance of the Agenda (including minutes from committees, street design approvals, permits, contract amendments, and other routine items) by a vote of 14-0. - Approved Ordinance 119-25 (Item 25-1422) by a vote of 14-0. - Adjourned at 7:26 PM.

This special meeting of the Appleton Common Council was held on November 12, 2025, to adopt the 2026 executive budget and service plan. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call, with 14 aldermen present (one excused) and all department heads represented. No public comments were made. The council suspended its rules to enter committee of the whole, approved minutes from the budget workshop including an administrative amendment, received a committee report, and voted on the final budget resolution, which was adopted after a procedural reconsideration vote failed. Consent Calendar - Approved the finance committee budget workshop minutes as amended (motion passed 14-0). - Approved the report of the committee of the whole (motion passed 14-0). The council also approved an amendment to the workshop minutes (Item 25-1360) as an administrative change, removing and reallocating funds among mayor salaries and fringes across several pages. Public Comments & Testimony No members of the public were signed up to speak, and no one offered comments on agenda items. Discussion Items Budget Workshop Minutes Amendment (25-1360): Finance Chair Brad Furkas presented an amendment that was described as clerical and administrative, not fundamental to the budget. It adjusted allocations between general mission contracts, mayor regular salaries, and mayor fringe benefits across three pages. The amendment was adopted unanimously. 2026 Budget Resolution (25-1390): Director Omen read the resolution aloud, which outlined: - A levy of $39,932,984 on taxable property for general fund purposes. - A levy of $2,092,000 on taxable property for special revenue funds. - Authorization to sell up to $11,433,980 in general obligation promissory notes or bonds. - Authorization to sell up to $14,500,000 in water, sewer, or stormwater revenue-supported bonds. - A provision that projects cannot proceed until non-tax funding sources are committed. The mayor explained that a motion to approve (reconsider) the budget, if passed, would open the budget for further changes; a nay vote would close reconsideration and lock the budget. The motion was not debatable. Key Outcomes - The council voted 14-0 to approve the amendment to the budget workshop minutes. - The council voted 14-0 to approve the report of the committee of the whole, which included the amended minutes. - On the budget resolution, the procedural motion to reconsider (approve) failed, effectively adopting the budget as presented. The exact vote tally was not stated in the transcript but the motion was described as failing (the mayor said "that motion fails"). - The meeting adjourned after closing remarks and a birthday recognition for Director Dean Gaza.

The Appleton Common Council met on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Jake Woodford, with 14 alderpersons present and 2 excused. The meeting adjourned at 7:41 PM. Key actions included approval of a special use permit for a homeless shelter, a sustainability master planning contract, updates to the park naming policy, and approval of the Veterans Park renaming process. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the October 15, 2025, Common Council meeting (13-0). - Approved proclamations for Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Youth HOPE Month, Appleton DECA Week, Native American Heritage Month, and Family Caregivers Month. - Approved Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee appointments (13-0). - Approved Appleton Redevelopment Authority reappointment (13-0). - Approved all items not separately pulled from the consent agenda, including: - Municipal Services Committee items: Lawe Street SMA revision, temporary occupancy permit at 318 W College Ave, contract amendment with Alta Planning + Design ($9,990 increase), relocation order for right-of-way at Richmond Street and Ridgeview Lane. - Safety and Licensing Committee items (except the alcohol license for Appleton Parlour Collective): taxicab license renewals for Evergreen Campsites & Resort and L&M Carriage Service, alcohol license for West Edison Rivery, changes of agent for Appleton Motomart 4403 and Festival Foods, secondhand dealer license for Jessie Mae's This and That. - Parks and Recreation Committee items (except the park naming policy and Veterans Park renaming process): lease for J Restaurant patio in Vulcan Heritage Park, revised Miracle League Field rental and fee schedule policy. - Finance Committee items (except the sustainability contract): Parks and Recreation Facility Renovation Project contract to Blue Sky Contractors ($1,158,951 with budget amendment), revised Park and Open Space Special Revenue Fund Policy, resolution appointing redemption agent for water/storm water bonds, write-off of obsolete wastewater inventory ($6,912.36), WisDOT forms for I-41/STH 441 and I-41/CTH OO Interchange. - Community Development Committee items: third amendment to development agreement with Merge, LLC (Phase II), preliminary 2026PY CDBG funding allocations, offer to purchase from Consolidated Construction Co. for Lot 41 in Southpoint Commerce Park. Public Comments & Testimony - Steve Wuerger (813 W Bent Oak Ln) spoke in favor of Item 25-1239, the special use permit for a shelter facility at St. Joseph Parish (404 W Lawrence Street). He described the shelter as an emergency overflow shelter for unhoused individuals when temperatures drop to 10°F or below, operated by volunteers from multiple faith communities. He noted ongoing dialogue with neighboring businesses to address security and litter concerns. Discussion Items - Special Use Permit 5-25 for Shelter (25-1239): Alder Fenton expressed gratitude to the applicant and neighbors for dialogue. The permit was approved 13-0. - Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning Contract (25-1323): Awarded to paleBLUEdot, LLC for $98,966 plus 8.7% contingency ($8,659), total not to exceed $107,625. Alder Hartzheim voted against, citing preference for using funds on immediate flood mitigation. Others argued the plan would pay for itself through long-term savings. Approved 12-1. - Park Naming Policy (25-1331): Alder Hartzheim moved to revert to the original policy, arguing the existing policy has been successful since the 1990s. The amendment failed 6-7. Alder Lambrecht then moved to approve the policy as amended by the Parks and Recreation Committee, which includes classifications for historical groups and qualifying elements. Staff expressed no concerns. Approved 8-5. - Veterans Park Renaming Process (25-0979): Approved 13-0, with implementation to include public outreach and communication with the council. - Alcohol License for Appleton Parlour Collective (25-1296): Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license at 501 N Richmond St. Approved 12-0 (Alder Wolff abstained). Key Outcomes - Special Use Permit 5-25 for a shelter at 404 W Lawrence Street approved. (13-0) - Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract awarded to paleBLUEdot, LLC for up to $107,625. (12-1) - Park Naming Policy amended to allow naming for historical groups and qualifying descriptors, as per committee version. (8-5) - Veterans Park renaming process approved. (13-0) - Alcohol license for Appleton Parlour Collective approved. (12-0, 1 abstention) - Balance of agenda approved. (13-0) The next meeting was noted for budget adoption on November 12, 2025.

The Appleton Common Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2026 Executive Budget & Service Plan on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 6:20 PM in Council Chambers. Mayor Jake Woodford presided. Three members of the public spoke. No formal action was taken on the budget; the hearing was followed by adjournment. Public Comments & Testimony - Janice Quinlan (322 South Ct) spoke on behalf of the League of Women Voters of Appleton Fox Cities. She expressed overall support for the budget, commending the city for transparency, ash tree replacement plans, flood mitigation, stormwater standards, housing grant programs, the Complete Streets program, traffic calming, the comprehensive plan, mass transit support, investment in energy-efficient vehicles, public libraries (noting the library’s 2025 Wisconsin Library of the Year award), and human resource initiatives for employee retention. She thanked the mayor, council, and staff for crafting a budget that holds taxes in check while delivering quality services. - Bob Molitor (14 Lawrence Ct) voiced strong dissatisfaction with the city’s response to loud noise and speeding in downtown Appleton, particularly near Jones Park. He stated that current enforcement is “woefully inadequate,” disrupts residents and hotel business (citing the Paper Valley Hotel’s reluctance to book rooms on weekends), and urged the council to develop effective solutions. He acknowledged recent efforts but said more is needed. - John Gosling (1102 W Prospect Ave) focused on the city’s approach to the unhoused population. He thanked the council for existing programs like housing and community development grants, rapid rehousing, and coordinated entry, but encouraged more action. He proposed a “YIMBY” (Yes In My Backyard) challenge for neighborhood associations, a city-funded party for new neighborhood associations, and a citizen-of-the-week or month recognition program to promote inclusion and community engagement. He also asked about support for minority- or women-focused chambers of commerce. Key Outcomes - The public hearing was declared closed at approximately 6:20 PM. Alderperson Sheri Hartzheim moved to adjourn, seconded by Alderperson Christopher Croatt. The motion carried by a roll-call vote of 11 ayes (Alderpersons Lambrecht, Meltzer, Firkus, Smith, Van Zeeland, Fenton, Hayden, Schultz, Hartzheim, Croatt, Dougherty), 0 nays, with 2 excused (Heffernan, Jones), 2 absent (Stancil-Martin, Wolff), and 1 abstention (Mayor Woodford). The regular Common Council meeting was scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM.

The Appleton Common Council met on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, adjourning at 8:05 PM. The meeting included proclamations, updates on the Poet Laureate program and vehicle noise/traffic safety, public comments, and a series of votes on ordinances and committee reports. Notable actions included the approval of truancy ordinances (9-5) and shoreland-wetland zoning amendments (14-0). Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (October 1, 2025): Motion passed 15-0. - Proclamations: Mayor Woodford proclaimed National Teen Driver Safety Week, Dysautonomia Awareness Month, Coming Out Day, White Cane Awareness Day, Mental Health Day, and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Public Comments & Testimony - Jennifer Stephany (ADI): Expressed gratitude for the Small Business Saturday parking partnership, highlighting successful collaboration with the Department of Public Works. - Katie Olson (1720 W Reeve St): Opposed the truancy ordinance, stating it is ineffective and harmful. Argued that fining students/families adds financial stress to underlying issues (mental health, poverty, bullying) and increases disconnection. Urged upstream supports like mental health services and restorative approaches. - Ronna Swift (230 W Seymour St): Opposed the truancy ordinance, stating it is punitive and does not deter immature adolescent brains. Cited experience in juvenile justice and noted that most district staff at task force meetings wanted the ordinance back. Encouraged learning from other districts like Kaukauna and Hortonville. Discussion Items - Poet Laureate Update (Cathryn Cofell): Reported on activities since June 2025, including 29 events/programs engaging thousands of people. Highlighted a community poem, poetry walk on College Avenue with 23 businesses and 25 poets, and partnerships. Noted that the position costs approximately four cents per resident per year. - Vehicle Noise and Traffic Safety Update (Mayor Woodford): Presented data: 2,743 citations citywide year-to-date (up 7.8% from 2024); 1,422 (52%) issued downtown, a 32% increase. Peak enforcement hours 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Noted enforcement challenges: state law only allows citations for equipment violations, not decibel levels; camera enforcement prohibited in Wisconsin; fleeing/eluding incidents (e.g., 50 motorcycles on Sept. 28). Ongoing efforts include a second traffic safety officer (online Sept. 2025), internal training, advocacy for state law changes, and environmental design considerations. Discussed the cultural nature of the issue. - Truancy Ordinances (113-25, 114-25, 117-25, 118-25): Alderperson Croatt moved approval. Debate reflected strong opposition from public speakers. City Attorney noted the vote was on whether the ordinances captured prior council intent, not on policy merits. - Providence Trails Drainage Study (25-1212): Alderperson Meltzer moved to refer back to the Utilities Committee for further due diligence. Approved. - Shoreland-Wetland Zoning Amendments (25-1096): Alderperson Fenton moved approval. Alderperson Schultz raised concerns about conflicts with north side developments; staff confirmed no anticipated impacts. Motion passed 14-0. Key Outcomes - Truancy Ordinances: Approved on a vote of 9-5 (Ayes: Alderpersons Lambrecht, Firkus, Smith, Van Zeeland, Fenton, Hayden, Hartzheim, Croatt, Dougherty; Nays: Meltzer, Heffernan, Schultz, Jones, Stancil-Martin; Excused: Wolff; Abstained: Mayor Woodford). - Shoreland-Wetland Zoning Amendments: Approved 14-0 (Excused: Wolff; Abstained: Mayor Woodford). - Providence Trails Drainage Study: Referred back to Utilities Committee. - Balance of Agenda: Approved 14-0, including: - Long-term temporary occupancy permits (dumpster at 1808 W Pine St; extension on Superior St/College Ave). - Small Business Saturday 2025 parking request. - Olde Oneida Street Bridge design/construction agreement (1st revision). - Comet Ridge Plat new street design parameters. - Class B Beer License (AmeriInn Appleton). - Rezoning 8-25 (Bowman and Alksnis Annexation, 2.038 acres to R-1B). - Comet Ridge Preliminary Plat. - Water Tower Booster Pump Improvements contract ($767,200 bid, total $824,740). - Budget amendment for aeration, sludge storage, and Midway Road Lift Station. - Change Order 1 for Parking Ramp Repairs ($40,000 increase). - Third Amendment to Rise Apartments Development Agreement (TIF District No. 11). - Midway Road Lift Station Valve Vault Modifications bid ($78,600, total $86,460). - Wastewater rate increase of 4% effective Jan. 1, 2026, and $5.00 truck scale fee. - Transit Commission bid for Maintenance Lift Replacement. - Budget Process: Mayor reminded that council questions will be compiled and publicly released before the November 1 budget workshop.