Finance Committee 8-13-2026

The City of Green Bay Finance Committee met on August 13, 2026, to review and approve the city's 2027 fee schedule resolution. The discussion focused on proposed changes to various permit and license fees, including adjustments to commercial and residential building permit fees, liquor license fees, and bulk waste collection fees. Committee members sought clarifications on specific fee discrepancies, such as the significant difference between Class A and Class B beer license fees, and addressed a scrivener's error related to permit fees. An amendment was made to correct the bulk waste collection fee range to 10 to 20 cubic yards, which was approved unanimously. Additionally, the committee approved an ordinance update to ensure compliance with state requirements regarding public highway construction bid amounts. The committee also approved the use of innovation funds to support the ongoing Connect Green Bay plan, aimed at enhancing data transparency and community engagement. The meeting concluded with a report on the contingency account balance and scheduling of the next meeting.