Common Council - February 16, 2026

The City of West Bend Common Council meeting on February 16, 2026, covered several procurement and contracting matters, including approval of sidewalk replacement contracts (2601, 2602, 2604) and a stormwater maintenance agreement related to a new restaurant development. The finance committee approved a $2,500 law enforcement grant for AED purchases and renewed a three-year traffic prosecution services contract with Houseman and Find LLP, including a 3% annual increase. A significant agenda item was the approval of a conditional public-private partnership contract with Make My Move, contingent on receiving a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) grant. This $370,000 relocation incentive program aims to attract new residents to West Bend, primarily funded by the state grant, with the city contributing $5,000 to $10,000 from contingency funds. The program includes marketing, vetting applicants, and reporting economic impacts. Other discussions included updates on downtown master plan improvements, library board activities, and zoning amendments for residential development. The meeting emphasized strategic investments in infrastructure, public safety, and economic development through innovative partnerships and grant-funded initiatives.