City of Menasha

The agenda for the meeting included several discussion and action items. Key items for consideration involved a Site Plan Review for a building and parking lot addition at 1475 Opportunity Way for LEAVEN, and the review and potential approval of the 2018 Meeting Schedule. A public hearing was also scheduled.

The meeting included a discussion and subsequent approval of a Certified Survey Map concerning a Lot Line Adjustment for properties located at 355 Lake Road and 359 Lake Road. The commission also discussed potential updates to the Sign Ordinance regarding billboards and off-premise signs, directing staff to provide a map of existing billboards for the next session. A presentation was given on proposed key changes to the Land Use chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, covering community perspective, city influences, zoning districts, and updated Goals, Actions, and Policies.

The meeting included an informal public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for an Electronic Message Center at 59 Racine Street, which concluded without public comment. Key discussions centered on a concept plan review for the EMANONA, LLC development in the Manitowoc Road/Province Terrace Area, where the consensus supported proceeding with duplex/multifamily use concepts, considering consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and relationship to adjoining land uses. The commission recommended approval of the Special Use Permit for the electronic message center signage.

The Common Council agenda included several sections for discussion and action. The Clerk reported receiving minutes and communications from various city committees and departments, including updates on the Bird Scooter review and DOT press releases. The Consent Agenda featured recommendations from the Board of Public Works concerning change orders and final payments for street construction/rehabilitation projects with Northeast Asphalt, Inc., and Vinton Construction, Inc., as well as a recommendation for awarding a contract for underground storm water work. Action Items included approval of accounts payable and payroll, discussion of marketing properties, and an update on the Strong Neighborhood Menasha Housing Program. An ordinance amending city polling places was introduced, and the Mayor's reappointments to the Park & Recreation Board were noted.

The Administration Committee meeting agenda included several key action items. Discussions were scheduled regarding the City of Menasha Investment Policy. Furthermore, the committee was set to consider an ordinance (O-16-22) amending the Code of Ordinances related to Retail Food and Recreational Licensing. Another significant item involved seeking approval (R-30-22) to open custodial accounts with Pershing Wealth Solutions/BNY Mellon and engage Ehlers Investment Partners as the Investment Advisor.