BID Board - August 20, 2026

The City of West Bend BID Board held a meeting on August 20, 2026, focusing primarily on procurement and funding decisions related to downtown lighting improvements and holiday lighting contracts. The board discussed a proposal to replace existing incandescent downtown lights with LED systems at a cost just under $200,000, with about half of the funding expected from the German Fest committee. The board approved a motion to allocate $50,000 from BID reserve funds toward the project, with authorization to increase funding up to $100,000 pending additional contributions from foundations or other sources. The project timeline anticipates installation starting in the fall, with potential weather-related delays. Additionally, the board reviewed holiday lighting services and approved a three-year contract extension with the current vendor, Blingle, citing favorable pricing and service history. The meeting concluded with a reminder of the upcoming September session focused on next year's budget.