Common Council - March 16, 2026

The City of West Bend Common Council meeting on March 16, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved contracts and agreements including a $51,100 contract award to Southern Wisconsin Appraisal for real estate services related to the Main Street reconstruction project funded partly by federal DOT grants. They also approved a four-year service agreement renewal with e-Plan Exam for commercial plan review services. Additionally, the council authorized a $10.85 million general obligation promissory note issuance to finance multiple capital projects, including a new fire station, tax increment district improvements, and other city infrastructure, with detailed financing terms and impact on taxpayers presented by the city’s public finance advisor. The council also approved a developer’s agreement for the King Fischer Hollow subdivision, where the developer will cover the costs of road and utility improvements. Other procurement-related items included fee adjustments for land use amendments and acceptance of a grant for telephonic CPR training. Motions to approve these items were passed unanimously. The meeting concluded with motions to enter closed session for legal and property negotiations.