Village of Waukesha Plan Commission/Village Board Meeting January 8, 2026

The Village of Waukesha Plan Commission and Village Board held a meeting on January 8, 2026, focusing primarily on land use and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included conceptual amendments to the zoning ordinance to permit land preservation and educational uses by Tall Pines Conservancy on a 269-acre property, with detailed conditions on permitted uses, storage, and event limitations. The board emphasized the need to tighten language to prevent commercial venue misuse and to clarify storage restrictions. Additionally, the board reviewed and prioritized the 2026 road paving program with a reduced budget of $500,000, approving bids for key roads including Hillside Drive and Prairie Avenue North, with alternate bids for Donald Drive. The meeting also covered detailed cost estimates and design considerations for a new or remodeled fire station and public works building, with projected costs exceeding $4.5 million, necessitating a potential referendum. The board discussed the timing and scope of site plans and bid processes for the new buildings, emphasizing the need for detailed site plans before proceeding to bidding. No final decisions on the fire station referendum were made, but members expressed support for moving forward with public input. The meeting concluded with approval of bills totaling $17,321.90 and adjournment.