Common Council - March 2, 2026

The City of West Bend held a Common Council meeting on March 2, 2026, covering multiple procurement and budgetary matters. Key contracting decisions included awarding two major reconstruction contracts for Kilborn Avenue and Heather Drive to Mueller Excavating, with total allocations of approximately $3.11 million and $778,000 respectively, funded through water utilities, sewer utilities, and engineering capital projects. Additionally, the council approved advertising for a waterline extension contract to support future development at Parkside 0, with an estimated cost of $64,000 funded by park fees and engineering budgets. The Finance Committee presented unaudited 2025 general fund results, noting a net loss primarily due to a $2.2 million land purchase for a new fire station and higher-than-expected health insurance costs, partially offset by anticipated federal SAFER grant reimbursements and insurance claims. The council also approved carry forward appropriations from 2025 to 2026 and awarded a bid for city hall boiler replacements at $162,948. Overall, the meeting emphasized prudent financial management, infrastructure improvements, and proactive utility planning to support city growth and services.