The City of West Bend Common Council meeting on October 21, 2024, focused heavily on procurement and capital budgeting for community infrastructure and recreational facilities. Key agenda items included approval to bid on Contract 24-15 for the 2025 Tree Shy program involving the installation and irrigation of 200 trees, funded through a combination of capital funds, operational carryover, and urban forestry grants. Another major procurement discussed was Contract 24-16 for the Regner Park Beach renovation, which includes dredging, beach sand addition, security camera installation, and purchase of Aqua Glide inflatable equipment to enhance the swim pond's capacity and safety. The project aims to improve community recreational offerings while addressing operational losses and is funded through donations, park acquisition fees, and sale of existing equipment. The council also reviewed and approved the 2025 Capital Budget and Five-Year Plan totaling nearly $5.6 million, covering road reconstruction, vehicle replacements, facility maintenance, and technology upgrades, with significant funding sourced from grants, impact fees, and borrowing. Additionally, the council authorized a resolution to partner with Washington County for GIS services to improve city asset management and operational efficiency. The meeting highlighted interdepartmental cooperation, strategic funding leveraging, and community-focused infrastructure investments.

Common Council - October 21, 2024