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Matthew (public works staff) reviewed 2024 accomplishments and said 2025 will be a heavy construction year with work scheduled on 10 Mile Park and its pond and concession building, the large North 50 First Street reconstruction (expected June start and mid-October completion), and Beaver Creek restoration (fall construction). He said Village Hall parking-lot reconstruction will be bid as a phased fall project and that the First Citizens Bank demolition procurement produced multiple bids; a contractor award is expected to be presented at a future meeting.

Matthew also reviewed localized concerns including a recent water-main break on Bradley Road that will be patched and the need to coordinate major joint projects such as Sherman Boulevard, which Milwaukee County plans to reconstruct in 2026. He described other ongoing items such as refuse contract renewal, pavement programs and stormwater work.

A utility staff member presented the water utility's long-term financial and capital priorities. The speaker said the water utility has been averaging about $300,000 per year in main replacements and recommended increasing that to about $900,000 annually to make progress on older mains. \"We have been averaging about $300,000 a year in water-main replacement. We want to really bump that up to close to $900,000 a year,\" the utility speaker said, adding that the goal is to replace roughly 1% of the system per year and spread replacements over multiple decades to avoid sharp rate spikes.

Staff described a village lift station in the northwest corner that has shown pump problems and said replacing only the pumps would cost about $75,000; the village plans to include the lift station in the capital improvement plan for more comprehensive work. Staff also noted opportunities to improve pedestrian safety at the 60th Street and Dean intersection, continuing work on Bradley Road with the City of Milwaukee, and seeking state and county grants for green infrastructure on the village parking lot project.

Board members asked detailed scheduling and cost questions. Staff said many projects are phased to limit disruptions and that public information meetings and direct notices to affected residents are planned, including a May 19 public information meeting for the North 50 First Street project.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Village Board Meeting - May 5, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Public works and utilities staff reviewed completed 2024 projects and outlined a heavy 2025 construction year including the 50 First Street reconstruction, 10 Mile Park and concession building, Beaver Creek restoration and a proposed ramp-up of water main replacement spending.","taxTitle","Brown Deer, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin","taxId",70167,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":44,"_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},6249785,"Brown Deer adopts kennel licensing ordinance, sets fee schedule",384,3777000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a&start=3777&end=4161","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a/thumbnail_3777000.jpg","/articles/6249785/Brown-Deer/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Brown-Deer-adopts-kennel-licensing-ordinance-sets-fee-schedule","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6249785-eb5d52393d1377195b7c3b5a802972f5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443019&Signature=R5UFZC~uvczx7zZQDE8wLOiakhPyi203MEDyMuSIsazLJ2qhaBiXUe7Cehb8SyYCsJDdQ5lGTX9ta61-pqmkhwZueQOY9lAIQBwwyz-DbrZeA3wIUYTDmCCpLiBx8sWDyu9toRzJkp24ROkoQpMt4W2hM0CzTg8d30BTzelbWUOa3SZVUWtPWugMPL1htIymCgLqv4KKE7~F304Cn7Cy-Gf~cBj7MdliUSOhXSyIkOFRNMuoKjX5JoVZnm~GuCPaVEG04xrnMglAFUGFyYlAqEr69FzzdfS18HonzmNfPH3kgrfB1eNdW~C8bbJPZ6f-WvyZsjda2zk5yNFuXoXStw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Village of Brown Deer Village Board approved Ordinance 25-04 May 5, which creates a kennel license and sets a fee schedule for commercial kennel operations.

President Montgomery introduced the ordinance and staff explained it was necessary to standardize permitting for a new kennel business that the village expects to open in the near months. The ordinance text in the meeting packet sets an initial fee of $100 for the first 12 dogs and $4 for each dog thereafter; the renewal fee was listed as $50.

Trustees asked procedural and operational questions such as where the facility would be located and how the renewal fee applies if an operator later requests a larger capacity. Staff said the initial application includes a fuller review and that operators would need to apply for a different permit if their operation changes materially.

Trustee Greaves moved to approve Ordinance 25-04 and Trustee Thompson seconded. The board conducted a roll-call vote with the trustees listed in the minutes voting to adopt the ordinance.

Staff said the kennel business would need to complete specified improvements before opening; a precise opening date was not provided during the meeting but staff said they would follow up with the board about timing.","The Village Board approved Ordinance 25-04 establishing a kennel licensing requirement and fees: $100 initial for up to 12 dogs, $4 per additional dog, and a $50 renewal fee.",{"_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},6249790,"Brown Deer reviews first season of Community Square ice rink; officials cite heavy operating costs",1011,1962000,2973000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a&start=1962&end=2973","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a/thumbnail_1962000.jpg","/articles/6249790/Brown-Deer/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Brown-Deer-reviews-first-season-of-Community-Square-ice-rink-officials-cite-heavy-operating-costs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6249790-397d5f269e2f8dc49e4882b1fbceb3b0/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443019&Signature=AGOZp2dqJ5iKfg-T1Ne-BeFVFyTH7bA-WOcnUwgqvxY~tO3d~SpxqNllglfh6MOI56SRppruAC8vZzHq3EHNSv3QfU14OeSdT~QbvSYY7rtCa~lODLWtvlHNg2OjyMtJeGkvZJXS~yDyP~YfNI-kburRhTsmFJYmG8CMOigKnmvcM9BaTUGC6Wa9K8CwILMkVG3IBudr0NQzzUJonhUSBBpoJcaofBYRq-OgwVq8cSLB-eYAUArhsP9NeIr4ao-AsXIYIEqa8Aqw~hS~AmmGdqXL7OOQWeYbZDpUTcoKHXW7tPNOqyOdVp-hyCTqNnBn4zVzz~SeCzqwYfTvS0hlqQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Village staff presented a year-one review May 5 of the Community Square refrigerated ice rink, reporting strong community use but net operating losses in the first season and a plan for phased decisions over the next one to two years.

Danny (recreation staff) told the board the rink attracted many youth users, recorded roughly 1,361 admissions and generated revenue from gate admissions, rentals and events, but staff and one-time setup costs pushed the facility into a net loss for the season. \"Our total expense was $27,712.05, and our total revenue was $15,446,\" Danny said; she also noted a one-time expense of about $4,452 and said, \"that would bring our potential loss out to $7,613\" under the current cost structure.

Staff said the largest recurring expense was staffing, particularly for specialized roles such as Zamboni drivers; they have reduced staff per shift for future seasons and plan to expand rentals, birthday parties and event programming to increase revenue. The Milwaukee Winter Club, which supplied most weekday practices and extensive volunteer support, covered substantial costs for staffing and operations and contributed to activating the site: staff reported the club has about 320 players, ran 252 practices at the rink and used the facility for matches.

Matthew (public works/staff) and other officials said the rink filled a community need and that staff will seek grant funding and federal support for a more permanent facility; however, no new construction or permanent funding was approved May 5. Danny said the Milwaukee Winter Club has committed to another season while village staff pursue grant opportunities and evaluate whether to pursue a permanent rink via capital funding in a later budget cycle.

Board members and staff identified next steps: pursue grants and sponsorships, increase marketing and programming for the 2025–26 season, and review the rink's financial performance after year two before making any decision about a permanent structure or taking on long-term operating costs.

The presentation was informational; no board action was taken May 5.","Village staff reviewed usage and finances from the Community Square temporary refrigerated rink, noting high staffing and setup costs, revenue from rentals and events, and a multi‑year path for decisions on a permanent facility.",{"_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},6249796,"Brown Deer board approves RFP to design North Shore Rotary Park",1236,660000,1896000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a&start=660&end=1896","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3204833-77e9b3bcf215e42f85b8d5cdc3e08b8a/thumbnail_660000.jpg","/articles/6249796/Brown-Deer/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Brown-Deer-board-approves-RFP-to-design-North-Shore-Rotary-Park","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6249796-75e455777bc0b192459ca888ca023544/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443019&Signature=M8XWZk34KF7-s8goX0Gg07VB1-vKAkJELXGN61MlruxphQc76oU2k0rKc-JTLWM7-7cUz3s9Q0z9rhIO1ffnJRoLoJl-PhvIDeTHjnnFdYmsmabN0sMFyBwvm0zgnNipklFSYodCSnJZQ5Bz-BBZdOMfkrozBep7UHexwSXEFgWBn69~3Uud0uXdhZi2RuFKCetSDAlHWeP-XIc0MOqg-hEUz-KhtmfBCn~liV4LlCzj8knEP1Ot71hoCDPTvJg-MwU5jjruhV0Mb1vMoypqd8-4Yr7GkIRpyXVxvXZcbHKjipcOKRKY1i0XAlqwftJfPFuf-npY57s0I9o8ttRUXw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Village of Brown Deer Village Board voted May 5 to authorize staff to issue a request for proposals for design and engineering of a proposed North Shore Rotary Park on the former clinic lot near Green Bay Road.

The RFP authorization follows a presentation from Parks and Recreation staff and the North Shore Rotary Foundation outlining a concept that would include roughly six to eight pickleball courts plus green space and low-maintenance amenities. Danny (Parks staff) said the RFP is intended to produce design concepts and cost estimates so the village and Rotary can determine whether foundation funds will cover construction or whether supplemental grants and fundraising will be needed.

The North Shore Rotary Foundation pitched the project as a regional draw and said it has raised reserve funds to put toward a project in the North Shore. \"Our Rotary club foundation has been in existence for approximately 40 years,\" Brian Aaron said. \"Over that time, we built up a nest egg of about $200,000 to $220,000.\" He said the foundation planned a $75,000 matching campaign to bring the club contribution to about $275,000 to $300,000.

Board members asked about long-term maintenance, public access and amenities such as restrooms and parking. Staff said the site sits in a high floodplain, which makes any restroom or enclosed structure more expensive because it would need to be elevated; that work could be deferred to later phases depending on the design. Adam (parks staff) said if the board approves the RFP, Parks and Recreation will lead the procurement and return to the board with a recommended design and a memorandum of understanding with the Rotary by the July 7 meeting.

Trustee Johnson moved to authorize staff to issue the RFP; Trustee Woods seconded. The board voted in favor with all present voting aye.

The RFP authorization starts a design phase only; no construction funding or formal agreement with the Rotary was approved at the May 5 meeting. Staff said future steps include the July 7 contract award for design and an MOU that would detail donation timing and how donated funds would be administered.

Supporters said the park would help fill regional demand for pickleball courts and could be phased so courts are installed first and other amenities added later. Speakers also recommended early engagement with adjacent property owners, including the Culver's restaurant and two nearby hotels, and consideration of siting, access from Green Bay Road and parking during the design phase.

The board approved issuing the RFP; next steps are design procurement and a July 7 return to the board with a contract recommendation and draft MOU.","The Village of Brown Deer authorized staff to issue a request for proposals to design a park on the former Columbia St. Mary's/Culver's site after a presentation from Parks and Recreation staff and the North Shore Rotary Foundation.","actionData","errors"]

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