Scott Klein

The meeting addressed concerns about tourism fund distribution and the process for allocating these funds. The council discussed and took action on an ordinance related to the Lakeview Blvd. Boat Launch, including modifications to penalty amounts. They also concurred with the Bluemound Road Well Mitigation Committee's recommendations regarding expenses for water connections. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the Sports Complex project, including its categorization, funding sources, and the possibility of a public hearing or referendum. Additionally, there was an update on the Bell Tower Memorial Building at Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery, along with discussions on budget amendments, police grant programs, a proposed strategic plan, and capital equipment purchases.

The meeting included a public information session regarding a proposed sports complex development, which is intended to serve as a community park for all ages and address the need for additional park land identified in the Joint Comprehensive Plan. The development's cost, funding sources, and potential partnerships were discussed. Public comments were heard, addressing concerns about traffic control, the project's impact on tourism funds, the inclusion of the Village's population increase in determining park land needs, and the project's phasing and budget.

The meeting addressed public comments regarding the Green Road project and Carmelite Road. The council approved several items on the consent agenda, including accounts payable summaries, bartender licenses, and expenses related to water connections. They also discussed and approved a grant application for defibrillators and advanced cardiac care equipment. Additionally, the council considered an ordinance to change the speed limit on Weyer Road and discussed the maintenance of islands in the center of Pewaukee Road. They also approved a proposed subdivision grading/filling agreement and set the budget workshop schedule for the 2014 budget. The meeting adjourned into a closed session to discuss Fire Department Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The 2019-2023 Pewaukee Fire Department Strategic Plan outlines ten strategic goals focused on enhancing service delivery, operational efficiency, and community engagement. Key areas of focus include optimizing staffing levels to meet response demands, improving paramedic skills and services, developing a specialized rescue task force, enhancing supervisory structure, conducting a vulnerability assessment of critical infrastructure, migrating to a single platform for record management systems, expanding the public education program, and creating a new chief officer position. The plan also addresses the department's relationship with the Village of Pewaukee, aiming to improve communication and collaboration while ensuring cost-effective service delivery. Outcomes include improved response times, enhanced community safety, increased professional development, and strengthened partnerships.

The City of Pewaukee's 2014-2018 Strategic Plan outlines eight key goals focused on enhancing community well-being and sustainability. These goals address providing responsive and transparent governance, maintaining fiscal responsibility and economic growth, promoting public safety and well-being, protecting natural resources, developing a highly-qualified workforce, fostering educational and recreational opportunities, promoting high-quality development, and expanding and maintaining the city's infrastructure. The plan details strategies and tasks for each goal, encompassing areas such as customer service, public engagement, ethical conduct, fiscal management, public safety, environmental protection, staff development, recreation, economic development, and infrastructure maintenance. The plan aims to create a premier city in the lake country that is safe, environmentally and fiscally sound, and embraces diversity and sustainability.