City of De Pere

The committee held a session to review and vote on multiple license applications. Specific agenda items included a hearing for an operator license application by Sandra Rodriguez, which was approved following a review of her record and personal testimony. Similarly, the committee reviewed and approved an operator license application for Chelsea Cure. Additionally, the committee considered and approved a produce full-service retail sales application for One Barrel Brewing Company.

The Common Council held a regular meeting that addressed several public hearings, including an area development plan to add future streets and amendments to the municipal code regarding zoning ordinances. The Council issued a proclamation recognizing Ryan Funeral Home for 100 years of service and presented the owners with the key to the city. Additionally, the Council approved operator license applications, a producer full-service retail sales application for 1 Barrel Brewing Company, and reviewed the 2025 management letter and financial statements.

The meeting included the acceptance of a $3,000 donation for flag football t-shirts and the approval of year-end financial statements for the Ice Center. The Board discussed a flooring bid for the ice arena that significantly exceeded expectations, exploring options such as requesting unassigned reserves, revising the project scope, or phasing the project. Additionally, the Board engaged in dialogue regarding contributions from various youth sports organizations and the impact of these expenses on future financial reserves.

The committee reviewed the 2025 management letter and financial statements, receiving an unmodified audit opinion. Discussions included an analysis of the city's unassigned fund balance in relation to GFOA recommendations, the financial status of special revenue and capital project funds, and cash flow evaluations for the water, wastewater, and storm water utilities. Additionally, the committee addressed the performance of medical self-insurance funds and received an overview of upcoming GASB standards.

The meeting provided information regarding potential improvements for the Nicolet Alley, comparing reconstruction and rehabilitation options, including impacts on parking and pedestrian amenities. The presentation covered property owner assessments for utility work, available city facade grants, and brownfield program assistance. Additionally, the schedule for upcoming infrastructure work was discussed, specifically a utility relay project planned for 2027 and a Wisconsin Department of Transportation construction project scheduled for 2028, outlining project phases and anticipated traffic impacts.