Watertown Plan Commission Meeting | November 9, 2026

The City of Watertown Plan Commission meeting on November 9, 2026, approved its October 26 minutes as amended, then approved a 1.16-acre certified survey map for a new homesite on West Road, subject to two conditions: clarify the public right-of-way dedication and correct the signature page. No contract awards, purchases, budget allocations, or other procurement activity were identified.

The Commission discussed the draft Chapter 550 zoning code and zoning map, including proposed data-center provisions, development standards, and the schedule for public input. Members raised concerns about whether the draft was ready to advance and discussed data centers’ potential effects on water and electricity resources. The Commission voted 6–1, with Krieger opposed, to set a December 1 Common Council public hearing; a Plan Commission hearing was already scheduled for November 23. Members retained the option to delay a recommendation after reviewing public feedback, with December 14 identified as a decision point.