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At the podium

- Janet Belott (5698 Cardinal Court) described breaking a wrist after tripping on a raised slab and asked the village to consider removing or grinding problem slabs and replacing or relocating trees near Schoolway.

- Richard Patty (L Section, 5334 Lakeside Drive) and Carrie Pankoski (7365 Hill Valley Court) described multiple lifted slabs on their blocks, wheelchairs and strollers catching on heaved edges, and recurring grinding that had not resolved repeat heaving. Patty proposed asking homeowners whether they wanted trees in the narrow parkway strip or planting trees on the opposite side of the street.

- Wayne Harwood (5103 Morley Drive) said he had replaced a silver maple and recommended the village research species selection and staking practices; he suggested consulting an arborist and potentially removing problem trees rather than continually replacing sidewalk slabs.

Public Works response

Director of Public Works (Rod) and Director DeBass responded: the DPW grinds heaved slabs that cannot be replaced in the same construction year, using portions of a safety grant to cover costs. Where trees are removed because of sidewalk damage, the village replaces them with more ornamental species; the department is reportedly identifying multiple sidewalk/tree locations this year (marked in pink) and plans removals and grinding this summer for many of those sites. The director said the village is no longer planting species with aggressive surface roots in parkways and that residents should report problem sidewalks to the DPW for prioritization.

Operational details and homeowner options

Public Works staff said items flagged in field inspections are added to a priority list. For trees already in place, the DPW will remove trees causing current sidewalk upheaval; if a tree is not creating an issue it will not be removed solely for future concern. The village manager and staff noted that some species (Linden, silver maple historically) are prone to heaving sidewalks and that past plantings by private homeowners predate the village’s current tree-planting program.

How residents can follow up

Staff advised residents to report sidewalk and tree concerns directly to the Public Works director by email (staff provided contact information) and noted that photos can be sent when reporting damage. If further board action is required, trustees may place a future agenda item for ordinance or policy changes; for many maintenance issues DPW will handle remediation under its current program.

What trustees and staff will do next

Trustees asked DPW to follow up on specific locations raised in public comment and to provide clarity about species policy and inspection processes at future meetings or through staff communications. The DPW indicated it will remove trees that are currently creating sidewalk hazards and will avoid planting species with aggressive surface roots going forward.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","BOT Meeting 02-18-25","oneSentenceSummary","Residents told the Village of Greendale on Feb. 18 that roots from parkway trees are lifting sidewalks, creating trip hazards; public works staff described a program of grinding, removal and selective replacement.","taxTitle","Village of Greendale, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin","taxId",69715,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6323526,"Greendale trustees approve police, fire equipment purchases and a slate of community event permits",0,1720000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa&start=1720&end=1720","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa/thumbnail_1720000.jpg","/articles/6323526/Village-of-Greendale/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Greendale-trustees-approve-police-fire-equipment-purchases-and-a-slate-of-community-event-permits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323526-707f83887e8fb6a3779352c131723798/orig.mp4?Expires=1776171333&Signature=B1ZWATbXer6XUkX8--FU1iT2aeKduliKepxNtwbuttROZBsExljGhDfQVLev1P~BuXKRK6H0O58Kha5wDl3bc-QSRBGJRqhWvmHw4A2VbkBwzrjO98I0tK0tEbSvSVQQB5haMBgDctonkDt6NGLl0OrfBfO76i4zHuTYfeI4T7WV87UIwCB40Pv5RlY-DzTHoQiynibNgmoskDg6-AaCr0BuSIOB0sk5ou50M0FFhXiRmG6tSIyLchFlZKRuRREg9iTMLAMauD322IXaivf5XexE2jj-CJnuoM660F-dXeAFtul5kqMwHmtJnMJNROIAeZEhWnaPBNfeqtE7QM2LSQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Greendale trustees on Feb. 18 approved a set of budgeted equipment purchases for public safety and issued permits for multiple community events.

Votes at a glance

- Approved minutes: Trustees voted to approve the Regular and Special Board Meeting Minutes of Feb. 4, 2025.

- Police squad cameras: The board approved the purchase and installation of 11 squad-camera systems for the Greendale Police Department at a total cost of $101,681 (Motorola quote $91,231; EVS LLC installation $10,450). The purchase is funded from the capital fund; ongoing maintenance is estimated at $2,145 per year through 2029.

- Fire extrication cutter: Trustees approved purchase of a battery-powered Genesis extrication cutter for the Greendale Fire Department at a net cost of $16,790 after trade-in.

- Special events and permits: The board approved a series of special-event permit applications, with staff reviews and the listed fiscal conditions where applicable. Approved events included a sensory-friendly Easter egg hunt (March 22), Carry The Load relay stop (May 7), Petalooza (May 17), Community Safety Day (May 31), Run for Greendale Parks & Trails (Aug. 31), Trimborne Farms Harvest of Arts & Crafts (Sept. 6–7), and the Step Up for Better Health 5K/walk (Oct. 19). Several events carried standard conditions: proof of insurance, payment for estimated DPW staff/material costs prior to permit issuance, and required permits for alcohol sales where applicable.

- Halloween trick-or-treat: Trustees set the village’s 2025 trick-or-treat observance for Sunday, Oct. 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Each of the above items was introduced in committee or by staff, opened for public comment where applicable, and approved by roll-call vote during the meeting.

Details and context

The squad-camera purchase was brought forward by the Finance Committee as the second phase of a department-wide camera upgrade after the police department replaced officer body cameras in 2024. Police leadership said the 2017 squad systems reached end of life and the new systems integrate with body-worn cameras; the board noted the purchase is budgeted and that cameras transfer between vehicles.

The fire department’s cutter is a battery-powered tool intended to replace older, hose-powered equipment. Fire leadership told trustees compatibility with existing battery platforms was a cost-saving benefit.

Most special-event permits were routine and had prior review by the village manager, police chief and DPW. Petalooza’s estimated village cost was $964.04 (DPW staff time and materials); Community Safety Day’s estimate was $643.14 (overtime and materials). The Run for Greendale Parks & Trails application noted the sponsor had paid estimated fees of $510.84.

Roll-call outcomes

All item approvals passed by roll-call vote. Where abstentions were recorded, the meeting minutes show them (for example, one abstention was recorded on the Petalooza permit). Detailed roll-call transcripts and the permissive conditions are included in the village packet and the official minutes.

What trustees said

Trustee remarks on the agenda items noted public safety benefits and fiscal planning: the camera systems were described as essential for accountability and to limit litigation risk; the cutter was described as lighter, faster and more interoperable with other battery-powered equipment.

Next steps

Vendors and event organizers were instructed to supply insurance certificates and pay estimated village fees where required before permit issuance. The police department will finalize installation scheduling for the squad-camera systems.","At its Feb. 18 meeting the Village of Greendale Board of Trustees approved purchases for police squad cameras and a hydraulic cutter for fire/rescue, and granted special-event permits for multiple community events. The board also approved meeting minutes and set the village trick-or-treat date.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6323506,"Greendale Police Department attains state accreditation; chief cites transparency and grant advantages",192,3144000,3336000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa&start=3144&end=3336","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa/thumbnail_3144000.jpg","/articles/6323506/Village-of-Greendale/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Greendale-Police-Department-attains-state-accreditation-chief-cites-transparency-and-grant-advantages","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323506-154f33cb2609c8cfdda50786539d1b60/orig.mp4?Expires=1776171333&Signature=DMyqaWMEeKuAfBeulk0MXeyo-vgftV9iffAliQA8CC4ZlGqnK3kFB8m2FDxAforlXwcAU4GFiOTZatTQlSUE3~2-kTOmN1cHYqFGueK6K-AFnK7TbxcRzTBhNvCJuo5qvgRczP5ATGeMZcIuvOgEmUmBCebnwYHqiNFy0EpXk2IGAeqKwzRBqktbLETonLaEMjQ1TD4tKl0D2cH-DQgssw7vK4RQaWypSLS1afi1XGCCxVDVgR1btMakgY~6gLeEC6QgrO4FmrVXMIh8qo5YduHfqnYEad0ez1p~gfm16P7-bGW9ewz923gAX1buGEHvThODzr9XbjPsPvawWw6ppg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Greendale Police Chief reported the department has earned accreditation through the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG), a recognition the chief said reflects an agency-wide review of policies and practices.

What accreditation means

The chief described accreditation as an external validation that the department’s policies — from training and use-of-force to evidence handling and community engagement — meet established professional standards. The department undertook a comprehensive review without adding dedicated accreditation staff, the chief said, calling the achievement notable for an agency of Greendale’s size.

Practical effects

The chief said accreditation bolsters community trust, can reduce liability risk and strengthens the department’s position when applying for grants, since many funding opportunities favor accredited agencies. The chief reported that, statewide, roughly 50 agencies hold full accreditation and about 25 have core accreditation; Greendale is now among those recognized.

Board reaction

Trustees congratulated the department and reiterated support for resources needed to maintain standards and compliance going forward.","Police Chief announced at the Feb. 18 meeting that the Greendale Police Department achieved accreditation through the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG), noting it strengthens policies, community trust and grant competitiveness.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6323510,"Greendale Health Department launches 2025 community health survey and PhotoVoice project",592,2476000,3068000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa&start=2476&end=3068","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa/thumbnail_2476000.jpg","/articles/6323510/Village-of-Greendale/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Greendale-Health-Department-launches-2025-community-health-survey-and-PhotoVoice-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323510-375f9122396c3e6f5a5d5404fe13cb94/orig.mp4?Expires=1776171333&Signature=eVvy~eaLHufYxYUed5IN-arE8lXneO5JzhonvE~0hCT0fCCtOluxzJOLB3spm3TXxGbzi4QNEVvjRNjIkn45PEK2-49GkQib2v92KZQSGzaowV3a63jAHwijE25hb0te43BVJmcczlRuJ5WbLO8wzn6a82iRjazlQrHNOI82A6WpHzWV24akJ~DEwZeC4Abh3EtdBXH7MdeUeZl2d2mnmUApJtOg3PcL1fQGloxmabCVY4E8~sZa3UKvPrs8YSxxlY6Pw1FsPK8ONzMMgfJXyKikPPuwwxOdVzG4IhfgJcN3ryNWt8EczVSaW6mFJaJ81GXcZdMna7hPAt6uuCRD-A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Greendale Health Department on Feb. 18 described plans for the 2025 Community Health Assessment, centered on two linked public-engagement efforts: a short community health survey and a PhotoVoice (Lens on Reality) initiative.

Survey and PhotoVoice details

Amanda, the health-department spring intern from UW–La Crosse, said the community-health survey — “Your Voice, Your Health, Community Well-Being” — has 17 questions and takes roughly 5–10 minutes to complete. Responses will be analyzed alongside county and CDC quantitative data to identify local health trends.

The PhotoVoice project invites residents to submit photographs that represent how they experience Greendale, with a short narrative to explain the selection. PhotoVoice entries can highlight positive, negative or neutral aspects of community life; a social-media nomination challenge is optional for participants.

Access and outreach

Paper and online survey copies will be available; the department will distribute flyers and place QR codes on social media and around town. Amanda began outreach immediately (senior social club, library events) and said paper copies can be requested from the health department. The survey period is open through March 16; QR codes were expected to be active the day after the meeting.

Purpose and next steps

Staff said the combined qualitative (PhotoVoice) and quantitative survey approach will guide the health department’s priorities and programming for the next five years. Results will be used to plan public-health activities, outreach and resource alignment.

How to participate

Residents who live, work, play, pray, or study in Greendale were invited to take the survey and submit PhotoVoice entries. Those without smartphones may contact the health department general email to receive questions and submit responses.","The Greendale Health Department announced a two-part 2025 Community Health Assessment: a 17-question community health survey and a PhotoVoice initiative. The surveys open through March 16, with QR codes and outreach planned at library and community events.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6323515,"Greendale board refers short-term rental (tourist homes) ordinance to planning commission for rewrite",576,2664000,3240000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa&start=2664&end=3240","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342352-39e5894c18174592be2cc167b14253aa/thumbnail_2664000.jpg","/articles/6323515/Village-of-Greendale/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Greendale-board-refers-short-term-rental-tourist-homes-ordinance-to-planning-commission-for-rewrite","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323515-7a537d8cab268e1cd2ace202f15081bd/orig.mp4?Expires=1776171333&Signature=OEasBJmSFTgPDyx6wjBsGzVgnmmf9N~9QR6uceqYL9UIb85SQ4hNUQVOrFJZ7b7MLSOy5aklZJL-HkXVnA~GJz3YyeQ1PfbJNdF1W7Iznf4T-ZoxHOCN56n4uR06ZJgkEMkHIH1CoY2g3lK7EiiV8r1GOp6jZtiRgXN6a9KqGN1HOjFBJo~vZrTbhpcoCVAZ6dknzRS2CpA3PFS-7esbJSiv56UVqWBp~NjLx1G5IKIRLLuh8B37r-0TeN4sryLFFO8QIX-720rmIAKVc7UzcVUGR8EdIWkhkanLi2dDURdHEkwd7K1trV8RCCXyv0WkiabQv7Sv9jnfMV26G~3BiA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Village of Greendale Board of Trustees on Feb. 18 voted to refer a proposed rewrite of the village’s tourist homes (short-term rental/Airbnb) ordinance to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation.

Why it was referred

Staff and the village attorney reviewed existing village code and state restrictions and proposed a redraft to clarify definitions, inspection authority, permit fees and compliance standards. Director of Inspection Services Paul Wolfram (recent hire) reviewed discrepancies between the village code and state administrative rules and recommended clearer language about inspections and permit criteria.

Trustee feedback

Trustees offered early guidance for the Planning Commission: several trustees said a six-night minimum stay in the draft would be too restrictive for hosts who rely on weekend bookings; trustees suggested shorter minimums such as two days or no minimum. Trustees also objected to a proposed cap that would limit rentals to no more than 180 days in any 365-day period, calling that potentially too restrictive for the village’s market. Members asked staff to refine language so it reads clearly to nonlegal readers.

Permits and inspections

Staff stated the village currently issues two separate permits for short-term rental operations: one via the health department (which enforces Administrative Code ATCP 72 guest registration and related public-health requirements) and one via the village’s inspection services for building/safety criteria. The draft ordinance would keep both permits but clarify what inspectors should examine beyond health-code items (balcony safety, egress, smoke detection, electrical safety and similar building/safety concerns).

State limits noted

Staff reminded trustees of state restrictions that prohibit limiting the number of short-term rentals on a block or in a neighborhood; the village cannot ban or cap units by location. That limitation shaped recommendations for possible village controls — for example, focusing on operational conditions rather than outright numeric limits.

Next steps

The board’s motion sends the draft and staff comments to the Planning Commission, which will review the rewrite and report back with recommendations. Trustees asked staff to draft clearer minimum-stay options and to include a practical checklist of inspection items for the inspection-services permit. The Planning Commission review will also consider fee structures and whether the village should continue to rely on the health-department fees as currently structured.","Trustees voted to send proposed revisions to the village’s tourist homes (short-term rental) ordinance to the Planning Commission after staff and the village attorney prepared a draft rewrite. Trustees expressed concerns about minimum-stay and yearly-use limits and retained the health-department permit system.","actionData","errors"]

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