Tary Handschke

The meeting covers several significant projects and administrative items. Key discussions involve the Shorewood Hills Facilities Modernization Project, including potential property acquisition, and the approval of participation in the Dane County Urban County Consortium. The board will review the Ramaker Pool Reassessment Report and authorize Phase 2 of the Village Facilities Space Needs evaluation. Additionally, the agenda addresses the replacement of the Post Farm Park playset, provides guidance for the upcoming five-year Capital Improvement Plan, and considers membership in the Clean Lakes Alliance Renew the Blue Watershed Council.

The board meeting agenda focused on staff realignments, including the appointment of a new Finance Director/Treasurer and Clerk/Deputy Treasurer, and the appointment of new members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Discussions included a recognition resolution for a retiring long-term staff member, consideration of various Capital Improvement Plan options, and a review of a liquor license application. Additionally, the board addressed potential policy changes regarding agenda item formatting, the introduction of fees for Zoning Board of Appeals hearings, and procedural decisions related to property disputes. The meeting also included an extensive review and approval of village expenditures covering various departments, including administration, judicial, legal, police, public works, and recreation.

This document, a part of the Comprehensive Plan for the Village of Shorewood Hills, provides a detailed map and legend of key community facilities and boundaries. It identifies locations such as the Village Hall, Police Station, Fire Station, Public Works Garage, Hospital/Clinic, Marina, Community Center & Pool, Shorewood Elementary School, Churches, and various parks and open spaces, outlining the existing infrastructure and public amenities within the village.

The board meeting focused on the consideration and approval of the Village of Shorewood Hills Tax Incremental District (TID) #3, Project Plan Amendment No. 3. Key discussions included the reconstruction of University Avenue, increasing the level of authorized spending by approximately $8.6 million to accommodate the project, and extending the life of the district by three years. Additionally, the board conducted an annual review of TID #3, TID #4, and TID #5, discussing the financial status, development opportunities, and the impact of the district on overlying taxing jurisdictions.

The Joint Review Board conducted the election of a fifth member from the public at-large and nominated a new chairperson. Additionally, the Board reviewed and accepted the 2023 financial reports for TIF #3, #4, and #5.