Public Meetings - Waukesha, Wisconsin

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The Waukesha Water Commission met at 6:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in the Water Utility Conference Room at 115 Delafield St., Waukesha, Wisconsin. The meeting covered routine approvals, several action items involving contracts and change orders, informational updates on operations and finances, and a closed session to discuss performance evaluation of the General Manager position. All action items were passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made. The chair stated \"I deny everything\" in jest and moved on. Action Items - Approval of Minutes (June 18, 2026) – Approved unanimously. - Payments from General Fund and Improvement Fund (June Voucher List) – Approved unanimously. A commissioner inquired about a UW‑Park site billing; staff confirmed it is a monthly charge for sampling, and that UW is not planning to exit that work. - Classification and Compensation Study – Cottingham & Butler ($20,000 max) – Approved unanimously. Staff explained that two vendors responded; Cottingham & Butler was selected because they had more public‑sector benefits data and all references provided rave reviews. The study will ensure job classifications are market‑aligned, update job descriptions, and refine compensation strategy. - Change Order for New Operations Center Plumbing – Miron Construction ($46,273.78) – Approved unanimously. The change order adds backflow prevention for hose reels and a pressure‑reducing valve (due to over 80 PSI), items not included in the original bid. The project remains within budget. - Water Main Replacement Contract for Luke, Born, and Walton Reconstruction – Musson Brothers, Inc. ($946,055.64 including 1% city admin fee) – Approved unanimously. Three bids were received and opened June 26; the project was previously discussed in March due to breaks on Luke Street. The work includes looping a dead‑end main from Bourne to Walton. - Water Main Extension and Developer’s Agreement for Country Crest Lane (no cost to Utility) – Approved unanimously. The developer (David Smart) requested a 550 ft of 8‑inch PVC and 320 ft of 12‑inch PVC to extend water main, with a standard 12‑month developer’s agreement. Information Items - New Operations Center Update – The office portion has windows installed and drywall patching underway; painting will begin soon. The garage floor concrete is in place. Occupancy is expected in fall 2026. - Utility Performance Report / Administrative Activities – - Litigation update: Depositions for a lawsuit against S.J. Lewis are nearly complete; expert reports will follow. A final scheduling conference is sought due to limited communication from S.J. Lewis’s attorney. A tentative mediation date at end of October is possible. - The Public Service Commission (PSC) approved a request to pause the pending rate case, which is good news; staff will now work to avoid needing to update data if the pause is brief. - Well abandonment: Pumps have been removed from wells 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13. Pea gravel is being placed in wells 5 and 12; well 5 was historically dynamited, making it difficult to verify fill levels—a 60% contingency was bid. - Lead and copper sampling is underway; commissioners were reminded to participate. - First round of interviews for the General Manager position have been completed. - Construction crews are replacing valves and hydrants, and completed a small relay on Mill Reserve. The city is also paving after water work. - Financial Report (June 2026) – - Revenue is above budget due to an extra two days in the billing cycle and hot/dry weather increasing water usage. A meter issue at a pool fill will be corrected next month. - Expenses: Source of supply is over budget due to higher Milwaukee Waterworks invoices (more water sold). Treatment is under budget by about $5,900 due to reclassifying a Jacobs invoice. Distribution is under budget because crews are focused on capital projects. - Cash position: began June at $53.4 million, ended at $54.3 million. A $1.5 million Wi‑Fi submittal is for construction costs of the operations center. - Transmission/distribution projects: Arrowhead Trail easement work continues; Highway 59 offsets near completion; Davidson Road water main finished; William Street likely pushed to 2027; Bidwell/Prospect complete; resurfacing projects on schedule. Closed Session - A motion was made and seconded to convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation of the General Manager. Roll call: Commissioners Frankeur (aye), Fowell (aye), Pyatt (aye), Holvensleben (aye); Curry, Matthews, and Bartels absent. The closed session was held. The commission then reconvened in open session and reported no business to act upon. The meeting was adjourned. Key Outcomes - All five action items were approved unanimously (no votes recorded against or abstentions). - The PSC granted a pause on the rate case; next steps depend on the timeline of Milwaukee’s rate decision. - A closed session was held regarding the General Manager position; no action was taken afterward. - Well abandonment and construction projects are progressing on schedule.

The Human Resources Committee of the City of Waukesha met on July 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. Present were committee members (including the Chair, Christine Matthews, and others; Aldermen Wells and Anderson were absent). The committee reviewed and unanimously approved several human resources policy changes, including a new Volunteer Time Off program, updates to telecommuting, vacation leave, motor vehicle use, driving city vehicles, and salary plan administration policies. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the May 20, 2026 HR Committee meeting were approved unanimously. Discussion Items - Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Program (ID26-04032): Staff presented a new program allowing employees to take time off during the workday to volunteer at approved organizations within the city. The program was developed as part of the strategic plan by a subcommittee chaired by the presenter. The committee praised the initiative, noting similar programs in the private sector. The program was approved unanimously. - Telecommuting/Remote Work Policy (ID26-04033): Staff presented revisions to Policy B19 to provide more flexibility while maintaining clear expectations. Key changes include: no employee may be 100% remote; remote work is limited to a maximum number of days per week (with a minimum of three days on-site); eligibility is based on workload, availability, and performance; and accommodations for medical needs are handled separately (FMLA/ADA). IT security measures from COVID are already in place, and no additional budget is needed. The policy was approved unanimously. - Vacation Leave Policy (ID26-04034): Revisions to Policy C2 included aligning provisions with collective bargaining agreements (police and fire supersede) and limiting retiree vacation payout run-out to a maximum of three weeks effective January 1, 2027. Previously, retirees could run out up to eight weeks, costing the city for benefits and WRS contributions. The three-week limit was questioned but staff explained it reduces costs. The policy was approved unanimously. - Motor Vehicle Use Policy (ID26-04035): Staff presented revisions to Policy E2, including a new driving record conviction schedule (points-based): 9 or fewer points allowed, 10-19 requires HR director approval, 20 or more requires city administrator and HR director approval. Language was proposed to allow approved city volunteers to operate city vehicles, changing from "only city employees" to "individuals authorized by the city." The committee also discussed adding a requirement to contact supervisor "as soon as possible" after an accident. The motion included these changes. The policy passed unanimously, though one member expressed concern about the verbal language but was satisfied it would be written in. The chair initially said "two to three" but then declared unanimous; the final tally was unanimous. - Driving City or Personally Owned Vehicles Policy (ID26-04036): Revisions to Policy E8A cleaned up language and moved drug testing provisions to other policies. The policy clarifies positive test results and return-to-work conditions, and requires supervisor training. Approved unanimously. - Salary Plan and Administration Policy (ID26-04037): Revisions to Policy F2 updated the number of salary grades from 19 to 16, added definitions for merit pay, COLA, and bonus programs, and adjusted promotion increases from a fixed 5% to a range of 5-10% or placement at the minimum of the new range. The committee discussed whether to allow exceptions above 10% with approval from the HR director and city administrator; the final motion included such an exception. The policy was approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - All six business items (ID26-04032 through ID26-04037) passed unanimously. - The committee noted that the E2 Motor Vehicle Use policy vote was initially reported as "two to three" but later declared unanimous; the chair acknowledged the discrepancy but confirmed the final tally was unanimous. - The policies will be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval.

The Finance Committee of the City of Waukesha met on July 14, 2026, with a quorum present. The sole business item was a presentation by State Representative Scott Allen on the history and current challenges of Wisconsin's shared revenue system, particularly its impact on mid-sized cities like Waukesha. Committee members expressed frustration with the formula and discussed potential legislative solutions, including adjusting for landlocked communities. Consent Calendar - Minutes from the June 30, 2026 Finance Committee meeting were approved unanimously with no changes. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public addressed the committee. Discussion Items - Representative Scott Allen delivered a 20-minute presentation titled "Waukesha is getting squeezed out of shared revenue formulations." He traced the history from the 1911 creation of Wisconsin's income tax (originally 70% returned to local governments under a "return to origin" model), through the 1970s shift to complex need-based formulas, to the decline in shared revenue from nearly $1 billion in 2003 to $753 million in 2019, and the 2023 Act 12 that created a supplemental aid program tied to sales tax growth. Allen noted that while rural communities and Milwaukee benefited, mid-sized cities like Waukesha saw little benefit. - Committee members expressed concerns about levy limits tied to net new construction (1.66% in 2025), rising costs (labor 3–10%), and the city being landlocked. Alderman Dale Matthews asked about the history of formula favoring rural areas. Alderman Doreen Wiggerson criticized the lack of advocacy from Waukesha's legislative delegation. Chairman Eric Rand Piper highlighted the Expenditure Restraint Program (ERP) disincentivizing intergovernmental cooperation and invited Allen to help define "landlocked" for potential legislation. - Finance Director Kevin Brown noted that property taxes make up 60–65% of the general fund and that shared revenue and ERP funding have not kept pace with inflation. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken; the presentation was informational. - Representative Allen invited city staff to collaborate on defining a "landlocked" community for potential legislation that could adjust levy limits or supplemental aid. - The committee discussed the need to build coalitions among similarly situated mid-sized cities to advocate for formula changes. - The committee noted that the August 25th capital budget "show and tell" at the City Garage is scheduled; Rep. Allen was invited to attend.

The Waukesha Ordinance & License Committee met on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. All five committee members were present: Doreen Wigderson, Daniel Manion, Jim Evert, Paul Wuteska, and Erik Helgestad. The meeting lasted 49 minutes and focused on routine license approvals and a major proposal to streamline the license issuance process. No public comments were offered. Consent Calendar - The committee voted to hold the minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting pending a correction regarding a voting record error. Licenses (Approved Unanimously) - Invited Bartender Licenses: Approved individually by 5-0 votes: Jennifer Begrin (renewal, 5 years experience, late application), Kelly Previte (renewal, 10 years experience), Andrew Edward Redmon (first-time applicant, age 20 with underage drinking ticket), and Parwinder Singh (training with agent, recent single violation). Chair Wuteska noted the Redmon and Singh applications might be questioned by the full council. - Other Bartender Licenses: Approved en masse (5-0) for Van M. Haddon, Brianna M. Jauregui, Timothy Kittirath, Jenna R. Morris, and Christie L. Preuss. - Other Applications: Approved en masse (5-0) including: Hop N Shop 19 (Class B Beer & Liquor), Puff & Pump (Class A Beer & Cider), Club 400 (Extension of Premises), Interface Security Systems LLC (Private Alarm System), St. Mary Catholic Parish (Special Class B Retail License), Dolgencorp (Successor/Change of Agent), and Best Cab (Taxicab Company). Discussion Items - Streamlining License Issuance: Chair Wuteska and Clerk staff presented a memo proposing two major changes: reducing O&L meetings to once per month (except May and June, which would keep two meetings) and codifying criteria for when the clerk’s office can issue licenses without committee review. The discussion focused on three areas: 1. Meeting Schedule: Members supported cutting meetings to one per month for efficiency, with the ability to call special meetings as needed. 2. License Issuance Criteria: The memo outlined a tiered system: applicants with multiple alcohol-related offenses or violent crimes within five years would be invited to committee; those with single alcohol offenses would be reviewed without being invited; less strongly related offenses (e.g., drug possession, theft) with no repeats would be issued directly. Renewals followed a similar pattern. Chair Wuteska noted the city attorney prefers a “black and white” rule, but the committee favored retaining some discretion. Members expressed empathy for applicants with minor or old offenses. 3. Amendments: Alderperson Manion requested that new extension of premises applications (not renewals) continue to come to the committee for full review. Chair Wuteska also noted that alcohol-related traffic offenses (e.g., OWI) must be explicitly classified as alcohol-related, not simply traffic violations. - E-bike Ordinance Update: Alderperson Manion asked for an update. Chair Wuteska and staff reported that the city attorney and police department are working together on recommendations before bringing the item to committee. No timeline was provided. Key Outcomes - Motion (5-0): Directed the city attorney to draft an ordinance incorporating the memo’s proposal with two amendments: - New extension of premises applications must still go before the O&L Committee. - Clarify that alcohol-related traffic offenses are considered alcohol-related for license review purposes. - All license applications approved will be placed on the consent agenda for the Common Council meeting on July 21, 2026. The chair advised applicants with recent offenses (Redmon and Singh) to attend the council meeting in case their licenses are pulled from consent.

The Board of Zoning Appeals met on July 13, 2026 to hear one appeal for dimensional variances at 851 Oakland Avenue. The board unanimously approved the variances requested by Heather and Patrick Conway. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (June 8, 2026): Approved unanimously (3-0) (Present: Christine D'Angelo, Timothy Retic, Tim Nekich; Absent: Kevin Reilly, Eric Dunst). Discussion Items - Appeal of Heather and Patrick Conway for Dimensional Variances: The applicants sought variances from Section 22.53(13)(a) (driveway setback) and Section 22.58(2)(a)(1) (garage setback) to extend their driveway and build a garage within one foot of the lot line at 851 Oakland Avenue. The lot is substandard at approximately 50 feet wide, requiring a 3.5-foot driveway setback (7% of lot width) and a 5-foot garage setback under code. City Planner Megan presented that the existing driveway directly abuts the south side lot line; the proposed extension would angle north and be about one foot from the line. Concerns were raised about the turning radius and mature tree roots. The applicants, Patrick and Heather Conway, explained that an old chestnut tree stump prevents moving the driveway north, that the narrow lot and existing neighborhood garages (many built before current setbacks) justify a one-foot offset, and that parking off the street would improve traffic safety and sidewalk access. They confirmed the garage would be 14 ft x 24 ft. No other public testimony was offered. The board deliberated, noting the substandard lot width, the prevalence of non-conforming garages in the area, and the practicality of the proposed location. Key Outcomes - The board unanimously approved the appeal (3-0) after affirming all four required findings of fact: (1) exceptional circumstances apply to the property (substandard lot, tree stump), (2) the variance is necessary for enjoyment of substantial property rights (parking, safety), (3) not based solely on economic loss, and (4) not detrimental to adjacent property or public interest. The variance allows the driveway extension and garage construction with setbacks of one foot from the side lot line.

The Board of Public Works of the City of Waukesha met on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Members present: Kevin Reilly (Vice Chair), Chad O'Donnell, Joe Pieper, and Eileen Micklitz. Steve Kassens was absent. The meeting was called to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. No public comments were made. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (June 18, 2026): Approved unanimously (4-0). - Approval of Payments: Approved with a correction to the All-Ways Contractors partial payment showing the amended contract amount of $265,000.00. Motion carried 4-0. - Bids Received: - Luke Avenue, Born Place and Walton Avenue Utility and Street Improvements: Recommended awarding the low base bid from Musson Bros., Inc. in the amount of $1,418,655.50. Approved 4-0. - Greenway Terrace Playground Resilient Surface (Rebid): Recommended awarding the low base bid from Bluemel's Maintenance Service, Inc. in the amount of $112,800.00. Approved 4-0. Park and Recreation will handle remaining work (concrete and playground equipment) outside the contract. - Grede Park Irrigation Installation (Rebid): Approved the only bid from All-Ways Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $64,425.00, with the condition that additional funding is approved from the Waukesha Community Foundation. The city's budget was $57,500; additional funding of approximately $20,000 is needed for a water connection. Approved 4-0. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made. Discussion Items - Contract Change Order No. 1 – South Side Pump Station Consolidation with Advance Construction, Inc.: Chris Langemak, P.E., presented the change order, which included several deductive and additive items. The net result was a deduction of $92,720.43 from the original $13.6 million contract. The change order was recommended for Council Consent. Approved 4-0. - Storm Water Management Practice Maintenance Agreements: Six agreements were reviewed and recommended for Council Consent. All approved 4-0: - Carroll University, 245 N. Barstow St. (business school development). - Innio Waukesha Gas Engines, Inc., 1101 W. St. Paul Ave. (expansion). - Bielinski Homes, Inc., Waypoint Villas Development (24 units). - ProHealth Care, Meadowbrook Rd. site. - Carol O. Smart Survivor’s Trust et al., Country Crest Lane Development. - Developer’s Agreements: Two agreements were reviewed and recommended for Council Consent. Both approved 4-0: - Skyline Waukesha, LLC, Phase Two of Skyline Subdivision (north of Summit Ave, west of STH 318). - Smart Realty, Country Crest Lane Development (north of Summit Ave, west of Torhorst Road). - One-Time Sewer Credit Requests: - Requests from Madeline Nowak (101 Woodlark Ct) and Vamsidhar Lolugu (201 Jersey Cir): Denied 4-0 because the requests were for watering trees, and the ordinance (Chapter 29.11) defines landscaping as installation of grass, not trees. The board noted that the water did not enter the sewer but the definition does not cover tree watering. - Requests from Timothy Ryan (1001 Fleetfoot Dr), Beth Schultz (3827 Retzer Ct), Ruth Anne White (2200 Summit Ave), and Deborah Crawford (1707 White Deer Trail): Approved 4-0. Two involved new lawn establishment (meeting the ordinance); two involved leaking faucets. The board voted to approve all four, noting that historically they have approved more leaky faucet credits than denied. The board also discussed the need to clarify the ordinance. Key Outcomes - All motions were approved unanimously (4-0) with one member absent. - The board approved a referral to the Common Council's Operations and Licensing (O&L) Committee to review Chapter 29.11 of the Waukesha Municipal Code to clarify who is entitled to one-time sewer credits, including parameters and limits. This was initiated by Vice Chair Kevin Reilly. - The next Board of Public Works meeting on July 23, 2026, will be held at the Metro Transit Center (2311 Badger Drive) to view the new bus wash system. An invitation was extended to tour the Clean Water Plant on July 21, 2026, at 4:30 PM before the Common Council meeting.

The Waukesha City Council met on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, with 14 members present (Rico Camacho absent). The meeting included a consent agenda, public comments, new business, a public hearing on a zoning code update, reports from boards and commissions, and a closed session to discuss a lawsuit settlement. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM. Consent Calendar - Minutes from June 16, 2026 were approved (14-0). - All consent agenda items passed unanimously without removal, including: - Change order for 2027 bus purchase from Gillig, LLC. - Paratransit Aid Agreement with WisDOT for 2026. - Certified Survey Map (CSM) for 223 S West Avenue (Water Utility Building, 0.12 acres). - CSM for 1101 W St. Paul Avenue (INNIO, combining three parcels into 38.7775 acres). - CSM for east of Jills Drive (Hawks Landing, 3.69 acres). - Invited bartender applications and other license applications. - Contract Change Order No. 1 for Frame Park Formal Gardens improvements. - Developer’s Agreement and Storm Water Management Agreement for Winterberry Reserve Phase 2. Public Comments & Testimony - Doreen Wigderson (1100 Anoka Avenue) spoke in support of the Revitalize program for seniors, encouraging referrals. She also praised a June 23 team-building workshop with Ted Knightsky and suggested routing referrals through the city administrator for efficiency. - Lisa Salb (434 Madison Street) opposed aspects of the new zoning code, stating that the R-4 zone between Albert Street and Barstow would allow six-story buildings (60 feet), which she called "ridiculous" for a neighborhood of one- and two-story homes. She requested changing the zone to RM3 or reducing the height to 40 feet. She also argued that the historic preservation overlay added to 139 East North Street (the Waukesha Manufacturing Company building, built 1866) was improperly handled, citing an open records request showing that information given to the State Historic Preservation Office about views from the Blair House was incorrect. Discussion Items - Proposed Revisions to Municipal Code Chapter 9 (Act 73 compliance): Miles explained the changes align city liquor licensing with new state law, also removing prohibitions on liquor sales at gas stations and off-premise alcohol sales by restaurants. Ald. Wuteska noted the item had been before council multiple times. The council voted 14-0 to suspend rules and then 14-0 to approve the revisions. Ald. Wigderson clarified that a provision allowing the clerk to issue renewal operator licenses without committee approval applies only to renewals. - Budget Amendment for City Hall Security Improvements ($319,000): The amendment funds ballistic glass for the clerk’s office and upstairs planning/public works, bollards for utility connections, and numbered doors for panic-alarm identification. Funded by interest on city funds (no tax increase). Ald. Lemke noted police chief support and employee retention concerns. Ald. Chrisien initially opposed but changed his mind due to employee retention. Approved 13-1 (Ald. Chrisien voted nay). Discussion included Madison’s $12 million security investment and the need to incorporate such costs into future building designs. - Zoning Code Update – Public Hearing and Action: The public hearing opened and closed at 6:25 PM with no speakers. Charlie presented the final draft, noting city attorney wording improvements and corrected map errors (PUD overlays and district names). The council voted 13-0 (Van Trieste abstained) to suspend rules and then 13-1 (Van Trieste nay) to approve the new zoning code (replacing Chapters 22 and 27), effective September 1, 2026. Ald. Van Trieste questioned new provisions allowing inspections on private property (22.07) and warrants for code enforcement; staff clarified that landscaping inspections are only for approved projects with bonds, and warrant authority was not new. Ald. Manion expressed concern about administrative review transparency; Ald. Wells noted that developments adjacent to residential automatically require Plan Commission review. Ald. Piper confirmed that dumpster enclosures may use composite materials. Ald. Lemke noted that even where six-story buildings are allowed, they still require Plan Commission site-plan approval. Ald. Pieper emphasized council responsibility to monitor developments in their districts. - Transit Service Levels Update: Brian Engelking presented a detailed update. Pre-COVID service was 883 hours per week; after June 2023 route restructure (9% reduction) and 2025 consolidation (14% reduction), service will drop to about 600 hours by August 2026 (lowest since 1990). City financial contribution is the lowest since 2011. Passenger efficiency rose from 6.4 passengers per hour (2022) to 9.3 (May 2026, a 45% increase). MetroLift ridership exceeded 14,000 rides projected for 2026 (highest in over a decade). Cost per fixed-route ride is about $10; MetroLift costs nearly $40 per ride. The city is reducing its fixed fleet by six buses (26%) to save $4.2 million in replacement costs. Discussion included the essential nature of transit (Ald. Anderson), feasibility of smaller buses (Ald. Van Trieste), and Ald. Piper noting bus manufacturers produce only certain sizes. - Habitat for Humanity Impact Fee Waiver: Request to waive impact fees for two single-family homes (128 & 134 Caldwell) and one duplex (909 Madison) in the Tower Hill neighborhood. Habitat families typically earn 40-80% of county median income. All three lots previously had homes (torn down by the hospital). Ald. Lemke supported because those lots had already paid impact fees, so new homes would generate double fees. Approved 14-0. - Ordinance & License Committee Report: Second reading of an amendment to Mun Code 9.115 to allow temporary extension of licensed premises onto Municipal Lot 13 (for Mattie’s Bar). Ald. Evert argued for fairness, noting existing extensions for House of Guinness. Ald. Wuteska supported, stating the only fair options are to allow all or none. Ald. Wells asked if it allows year-round use; Ald. Manion noted a 90-day aggregate limit under the code. The amendment does not authorize specific use; a separate permit process applies. No action taken (second reading). - Reports: Water Utility Commission (Ald. Matthews reported on new facility tour and cost savings). IT Board (Ald. Manion: July meeting canceled). Landmarks Commission (Ald. Chrisien: three applicants for historic property funds; water utility property may come to council). Redevelopment Authority (no meeting). Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board (Ald. Wells thanked staff for July 4th events; new flag at Lowell Park). Library Board (Ald. Helgestad: summer reading program; Waukesha Reads book announced: "33 Places" by Alice Austin, available September 8). Cemetery Commission (Ald. Chrisien: Waukesha Unlocked event includes cemetery; next meeting August 10). Housing Authority (no report). CDBG (no report). Public Art Committee (no report). City Administrator (budget review calendar; security upgrades; many capital project requests pushing thresholds; thanked staff for zoning code and transit work). Mayor (clean water plant tour invitation, RSVP by July 17). Key Outcomes - Approved revisions to Municipal Code Chapter 9 (14-0). - Approved budget amendment for city hall security improvements (13-1). - Approved new zoning code ordinance replacing Chapters 22 and 27 (13-1). - Approved Habitat for Humanity impact fee waiver (14-0). - Approved settlement of excessive-assessment lawsuit SBV Fox River LLC v. City of Waukesha as discussed in closed session (14-0). - Consent agenda items all approved unanimously. - Referral from Ald. Lemke to city administrator to investigate block party application process. - Closed session convened at 7:32 PM and reconvened at 7:56 PM; action on lawsuit settlement taken.

The Building and Grounds Committee of the City of Waukesha met on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall. The committee voted unanimously on all action items, approving multiple traffic safety measures and parking restrictions. The committee also learned that its remaining budget of $2,609.30 would be fully exhausted by the approved items, leaving no funds for the remainder of the year. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (June 1, 2026): Approved unanimously with a correction to include the vote for File No. 26-03697. Public Comments & Testimony - Emily Schultz (379 Gascoigne Dr.) spoke in favor of the proposed no‑parking zones on Gascoigne Drive (Item I) and requested the zone be extended past her property to prevent displaced parking. She cited concerns about visibility, safety for her autistic son, and access for emergency vehicles and snow plows. Discussion Items - 5A – Rivers Crossing Drive & Tanglewood Drive Traffic Study: Engineering presented a traffic study showing average speeds of 26.9 mph southbound and 34.6 mph northbound, with northbound traffic exceeding the posted 15 mph playground limit. The committee discussed adding a crosswalk at Rocky Creek Drive but opted to accept the engineering recommendation to install additional playground signs, 15 mph speed limit signs with “When Children are Present” plaques, pedestrian crossing signs, crosswalk markings, and a stop bar at the intersection. Motion carried unanimously. - 5B – Michigan Avenue Pedestrian Accommodations: Engineering reported that the 24‑hour traffic volume is about 1,000 vehicles per direction, with speeds up to 31 mph (85th percentile westbound). The recommendation was a mid‑block crossing near the high school entrance and pavement markings to reduce speeds. The committee voted to move the item to a possible CIP project to be evaluated alongside other projects, allowing further discussion with the school board. - 5I – Gascoigne Drive No‑Parking Zones: The committee approved no‑parking zones on both sides of Gascoigne Drive near Pewaukee Road, per an adjusted diagram, to improve sight lines and emergency vehicle access. The motion carried unanimously. - 5C – Dopp Street No‑Parking Zone: Tabled to the next meeting because the sponsoring alderman (Camacho) was not present to explain the request. - 5D – Spring City Drive “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop” Signs: Approved unanimously to install supplemental warning signs at the two‑way stop intersection. - 5E – West Newhall Avenue Parking Restriction Removal: The committee approved rescinding the 1978 one‑hour parking restriction on both sides of West Newhall Avenue (Walton to West) and adding a “No Parking Any Time” sign on the south side at the terminus. Motion carried unanimously. - 5F – River Valley Road Advance “No Trucks” Signs: Approved unanimously to install advanced warning signs for southbound traffic. - 5G – Engine Brake Mufflers Required Signs on STH 318: Engineering reported that WisDOT tentatively approved only the southbound sign (south of Silvernail Road) because the northbound location was already within city limits and other signs exist. The committee approved the southbound sign only. Motion carried unanimously. - 5H – North Hartwell Avenue No‑Parking Zone Extension: Approved unanimously to extend the existing no‑parking zone 30 feet south to improve trash pickup and snow clearing. - 5J – Meadow Lane “Caution Children with Disabilities Area” Signs: Approved unanimously for northbound and southbound directions, following a request from a resident with four adopted children with disabilities. - 5K – Winterberry Drive at Tallgrass Circle Stop Sign: Approved unanimously to install a stop sign for northbound traffic, as recommended by engineering. Key Outcomes - All motions (except 5C tabled) passed unanimously (5‑0). - The committee’s remaining budget of $2,609.30 will be reduced to zero if all approved items are subsequently approved by the Common Council. - Items approved for Council Consent: 5A, 5D, 5E, 5F, 5G, 5H, 5I, 5J, 5K. - Item 5B was referred to the CIP process for future evaluation. - Item 5C was tabled until the next meeting.