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Waukesha board hears staffing, strategic‑plan and parks updates; ice rink, playground and lighting projects advance
Summary
At the Nov. 16 meeting the board heard a president’s report and staff updates: the administrative team is fully staffed with a new hire named Kelly, a strategic plan is expected on the January agenda, and parks staff reported progress on Barstow railings, Buckner field lights, Priedeman Ballfield restoration, tree plantings and ice rink preparations.
The City of Waukesha board received routine reports on staffing, the strategic plan and parks projects at its Nov. 16, 2025 meeting.
In a board president report, the president said the strategic plan is nearing finalization and is expected to be on the board agenda in January so members have time to review it. The president also announced the administrative team is now fully staffed and introduced a new hire named Kelly, saying the new employee “seems to be catching on.”
Parks staff provided project updates: Barstow Plaza railings are being fabricated and will be replaced in sections; new Musco outfield lights at Buckner are awaiting final activation by We Energies after contractor work; Priedeman Ballfield restoration has been completed, including a new backstop and dugout benches; and staff are clearing undergrowth at the Lowell sledding hill to improve sight lines and safety.
On seasonal preparation, parks staff said they plan to install an ice-rink liner soon (possible installation in the coming week) and continue work on playground pavement and fencing at Workshelf Springs Playground. The parks presenter noted ongoing hiring work and revision of snowplow routes to maintain efficiency.
An agency official highlighted recent openings and unveilings — including Parade Memorial Grady Park and new walk lights — and credited supervisors for key operational contributions. A board/administration speaker also described point‑to‑point camera connectivity issues after high winds and said a cam room technology revamp is scheduled for January to update displays and the speaker system.
No formal board action was taken on these reports; they were informational updates to the board and public.
