The Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet Nov. 9, 2026, to consider recurring maintenance for several historic markers (including the newly installed Meridian Plate Monument), discuss recent vandalism to a Civil War statue, and review a proposed image wrap for signage near the First Mill site. The packet includes a $800–$1,100 frame estimate for the Farnsworth Mill sign.
Discussion Points
•Commissioner Davenport's proposal to add a removable wooden panel to the Farnsworth Mill sign so it can be demounted for maintenance.
•Discussion and possible action regarding vandalism to a Civil War statue; packet contains no damage description, cost estimate or proposed contractor.
•Whether to engage Cricket Harbeck for recurring maintenance on the Meridian Plate Monument, First Mill Site sign, and Farnsworth Mill sign; frequency proposed as yearly or every two years.
The Police and Fire Commission of the City of Marinette was scheduled to meet Nov. 6, 2026, to consider changes to the sergeant promotional test process and to hold a closed session for patrol officer interviews and discussion of a police captain promotion.
Discussion Points
•Conducting Patrol Officer interviews during closed session.
•Consideration of changing the sergeant promotional test process (no details provided).
•Discussion and possible action on Police Captain promotion during closed session.
November 04, 2026, Special Board of Public Works and Regular Common Council Agenda (PDF). Minutes
At a two-minute special meeting Nov. 4, 2026, the City of Marinette Board of Public Works recommended the Common Council approve a $32,909.09 change order for Project No. 2026-200 (Wells and Eggener streets). The board convened, recorded a quorum, made the recommendation, and adjourned.
Discussion Points
•Public Works Director/City Engineer Miller presented a memorandum regarding Project No. 2026-200 and the proposed change order.
Decisions
•Board recommended Common Council approve the Barley Excavating change order of $32,909.09 for Project No. 2026-200.
November 04, 2026, Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF). Minutes
The City of Marinette Plan Commission met Nov. 4, 2026, approved minutes, granted a conditional-use permit for a tattoo shop at 66 W. Hosmer St., approved a site plan for Town & Country Animal Clinic contingent on a stormwater agreement with Aurora, and discussed former UW and I‑1 zoned properties with no action.
Discussion Points
•A brief public hearing was held; Holly Owens present to answer questions; no public objections recorded.
•Mayor Genisot introduced the discussion about former UW and I‑1 properties; commissioners reviewed zoning and development trends.
•Plan reviewers (Public Works, Building, Fire, Water) signed off prior to meeting; commission approved site plan with a contingency tied to outside party (Aurora).
Decisions
•Conditional use permit granted to Jason Kehoe for 66 W. Hosmer Street.
•No action; wait for formal request.
•Site plan approved with contingency.
Directions
•Building Inspector authorized to issue permit after Aurora stormwater acceptance.
Special Board of Public Works and Regular Common Council Agenda (PDF)
The City of Marinette Common Council packet for the Nov. 4, 2026 meeting includes multiple contract notices and procurement items, a $32,909.09 change order request for the Eggener/Wells street reconstruction, two parking‑lot lease proposals, an APBA boat race agreement, band and festival contracts for summer 2027, and a proposed $311,195 sewer‑revenue bond issue tied to Clean Water Fund financing.
Discussion Points
•Bid tabulation shows Michels low at $62,722.23 for fiberoptic.
•Class 1 notices given for access control and fire station roof repair; extension option for Graese Electric recommended.
•Contractor found uncharted concrete encasement around ATC duct pack, former building foundations, and multiple utility conflicts leading to extra work.
•Draft leases list responsibilities for maintenance, snow removal, insurance and indemnity and set monthly base rent amounts.
•It authorizes execution of Financial Assistance Agreements with the State Clean Water Fund.
•Resolution authorizes bonds payable solely from sewer system revenues and continuity with 2025 Bonds.
The Marinette Plan Commission is scheduled to meet November 4, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. to consider a conditional-use permit for a proposed tattoo shop at 66 W. Hosmer Street, possible site-plan approval for Town and Country Animal Clinic on Old Peshtigo Road, and discussion of former UW and other I1-zoned properties.
Discussion Points
•Discussion and possible action on site-plan approval for Town and Country Animal Clinic at Parcel 251-00164.014.
•Public hearing to receive comment on conditional-use permit request for a tattoo shop.
October 30, 2026, Special Common Council Meeting Agenda (PDF). Minutes
On Oct. 30, 2026, the Marinette Common Council met in a special session where public commenters opposed a proposed Letter of Intent with developer Travis Spell and the council deadlocked 4-4 on approving the agreement; the mayor declined to cast a tie-breaking vote.
Discussion Points
•A motion to approve a Letter of Intent with T-Spell Development Group was introduced by Alderperson Dorothy Kowalski and seconded by Alderperson Ken Keller.
•Council adjourned at 5:00 PM after a motion by Alderperson Skorik and a second by Alderperson Demmith.
•Multiple residents used public comment to register opposition to the proposed Letter of Intent; the minutes do not record the substance of their remarks.
•No recorded amendments or additional directions were made following the tie vote.
•Recorded motion to approve a Letter of Intent failed on a 4-4 tie; mayor did not break the tie.
Decisions
•Motion regarding the Letter of Intent failed; no further action recorded.
•Motion to approve the Letter of Intent failed on a 4-4 vote; mayor declined to break the tie.
The Marinette Common Council is scheduled to consider a Letter of Intent proposing a 60‑unit mixed‑use project called Gateway Commons on six city parcels, including six months of site exclusivity for the developer and conditions tied to WHEDA tax‑credit financing.
Discussion Points
•Developer to be responsible for all costs and expenses associated with the development.
•Parking must comply with City ordinances; indemnification and assignment limits included.
•Payment in lieu of taxes provision if portions become tax‑exempt; computation tied to assessed value and local tax rate.
•Property transfer contingent on confirmed financing; purchase price to be negotiated.
•Proposal of a mixed‑use development (Gateway Commons) on six city parcels and concept of 60 units (Exhibit A).
•Site exclusivity: City would not market the property for six months from execution to allow developer to pursue financing; exclusivity ends if WHEDA application not approved by April 30, 2027.
October 26, 2026, Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF). Minutes
The City of Marinette Historic Preservation Commission met Oct. 26, 2026; members approved prior minutes, noted the Meridian Plate Monument installation at the Marinette Welcome Center, discussed multiple historic-site signs (First Mill Site, Farnsworth Mill, Queen Marinette) and referred a Cemetery Wall matter to the Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic and Lights committee. The meeting opened at 10:06 a.m. and adjourned at 10:50 a.m.
Discussion Points
•Acknowledgement of DPW staff role in installation.
•Adjournment motion and time recorded.
•Approval of prior minutes (motion moved and seconded).
•Chair contacted Cricket Harbeck about maintenance for the First Mill Site sign.
•Chair emailed Cricket Harbeck to inquire about maintenance services.
•Commissioners requested consideration of an image wrap for a nearby sign board.
•Installation of Meridian Plate Monument at Marinette Welcome Center (reported).
•Mayor provided vendor/cost estimate from MJB Industries ($800–$1,100).
•Proposal for a demountable wooden backing for the Farnsworth Mill sign to provide more information.
•Referral of Cemetery Wall matter to the Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic and Lights committee.
Decisions
•Minutes approved; meeting adjourned.
•Referral recorded; no recorded mover/second or vote tally in minutes.
Directions
•Forward the matter to the named committee for further action.
•Place image wrap and maintenance scheduling on next meeting agenda.
•Place maintenance scheduling and potential contracting with Cricket Harbeck on a future agenda.
October 26, 2026, Special Board of Public Works Meeting (PDF). Minutes
The Board of Public Works met Oct. 26, 2026, and recommended Common Council approve a street-use permit for Christmas in Marinette (Dec. 5), issued a Class 1 notice for a $25,964 fire-station roof repair contract with Crafts Inc., and recommended a one-year extension with Graese Electric with a 3.7% CPI increase.
Discussion Points
•Board reviewed street-use permit packet listing City of Marinette—Jan Kust as applicant.
•Memorandum from Public Works Director/City Engineer Miller recommending renewal option with CPI adjustment.
•Proposal: proposed contract with Crafts Inc. for fire station roof repair, amount $25,964.00.
Decisions
•Board recommended approval of the permit to Common Council.
•Board recommended the one-year extension with a 3.7% CPI increase.
•Recommendation sent to Common Council; no final contract awarded by the board.
Directions
•Board recommended issuance of a Class 1 notice under Wis. Stat. § 62.15(1).
•Recommendation forwarded to Common Council for final approval.
October 26, 2026, Special Finance and Insurance Meeting Agenda (PDF). Minutes
The Finance & Insurance Committee met Oct. 26, 2026, and voted unanimously to recommend the Common Council approve the city's preliminary 2027 budget after Finance Director Miller distributed budget documents; the meeting lasted nine minutes.
Discussion Points
•Chairperson Kowalski confirmed distribution of the preliminary budget and materials.
•Roll call and attendance recorded; several department heads present.
Decisions
•Committee recommended the 2027 budget to the Common Council and adjourned.
•Committee voted unanimously to recommend the Common Council approve the 2027 budget.
Directions
•Forward recommendation and distributed documents to Common Council for consideration.
The City of Marinette packet schedules a special Oct. 26, 2026 meeting with items including a committee review of the 2027 budget, a Board of Public Works review of a street‑use permit for the Dec. 5 Christmas parade, a Class 1 notice and proposed $25,964 contract for Fire Station roof repairs with Crafts, Inc., a recommended one‑year extension of the Graese Electric contract tied to a 3.7% CPI adjustment, and a letter of intent with T. Spell Development Group for a 60‑unit mixed‑use project.
Discussion Points
•Class 1 notice published pursuant to state statute to inform the public of the City’s intent to enter contract with Crafts, Inc.
•Coordination of cone placement and temporary no‑parking with Police and Public Works.
•Developer will be responsible for all costs; property transfer and purchase price contingent on confirmed financing and a future Development Agreement.
•Event rules including no alcohol at lineup, candy handout rules, and float safety requirements.
•LOI grants six months of site exclusivity to Developer; exclusivity ends if WHEDA application is not approved by Apr. 30, 2027.
•PILOT provision applies if portions of the project are tax‑exempt under state law.
•Proposal scope includes membrane repair, fascia work, and reinstallation of stone ballast; payment and surcharge clauses included.
•Recommendation to renew based on CPI adjustment and contractor performance.
•Renewal adjustment method ties each bid item to the percentage change in the All Urban CPI for Sept. 2025–Sept. 2026 (cited at 3.7%).
•Request to close Main Street from Stanton to Liberty Street on Dec. 5, 2026 for parade formation and route.
Special Finance and Insurance Meeting Agenda (PDF)
The City of Marinette packet for an Oct. 26, 2026 special meeting includes a Letter of Intent for a 60‑unit mixed‑use development, a Class 1 notice to enter a $25,964 roof‑repair contract for the fire station, a proposed one‑year extension for the city's electrical contract tied to a 3.7% CPI adjustment, and a street‑use permit request for the December 5 Christmas parade.
Discussion Points
•Crafts, Inc. proposal describes removal and replacement of edge details and PVC membrane, with price $25,964.
The City of Marinette Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet Oct. 26, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to consider installation of a Meridian Plate Monument, repairs to a deteriorating cemetery entrance wall with three contractor quotes, and several historic-site signage items including the Farnsworth Mill and Queen Marinette signs.
Discussion Points
•ADA compliance check required before placement.
•No cost estimates included; staff recommended further engineering and budget review before guardrail modification.
•Placement options for pedestal (possibly on grassy area).
•Proposal to add a wooden backboard to the Farnsworth Mill sign to provide more information.
•Request to open adjacent guardrail to improve access, raising concerns about ADA compliance and setting precedent.
•Staff propose budgeting half the cost this year and half next year, or applying a protective covering.
•Three contractor quotes have been obtained and will be reviewed by Civic Affairs.
•Two east entrance columns at Forest Home Cemetery are deteriorated and proposed for rebuilding.
•Use of city crews and equipment to place the monument is proposed.
The City of Marinette packet for the special Oct. 26, 2026 meeting asks committees and the Common Council to consider the 2027 budget, a parade street-use permit and event rules for a Dec. 5 Christmas parade, a $25,964 roof-repair contract for the Marinette Fire Station, a one-year extension of the city's electrical services contract with Graese Electric, and a letter of intent for a mixed-use development by T-Spell Development Group.
At its Oct. 21, 2026 special meeting, the City of Marinette Plan Commission unanimously recommended rezoning a parcel at 2095 Old Peshtigo Road from R-1 to B-4 and approved two commercial sign permits; commissioners placed discussion of the former UW-Marinette campus on a future agenda.
Discussion Points
•Brief discussion about placing the former UW-Marinette campus property on a future agenda.
•Miller and Building Inspector Demlow had signed off on the review forms prior to the meeting.
•Parcel is bordered on three sides by B-4 zoning with M-1 to the south.
•Parcel was an R-1 'island' due to annexation and would conflict with surrounding zones if not rezoned.
•Site plan for a free-standing sign at 2017 Marinette Avenue was presented by Stratford Sign Company.
•Site plan for two wall signs at 1510 University Drive submitted by Lithocrafters.
•Surrounding uses are primarily commercial within the city; residential exists across the highway in the Town of Peshtigo.
Decisions
•No formal action taken at this meeting.
•Recommend rezoning to Common Council; commission vote unanimous
•Site plan approved; permit issuance authorized
•Site plan approved with compliance condition and enforcement deadline
Directions
•Authorize Building Inspector Demlow to issue the sign permit.
•Authorize Building Inspector to issue permit contingent on compliance; issue citation after Nov. 23, 2026 if not compliant.
•Clerk to include recommended ordinance on Nov. 4 Common Council agenda.
•Place item on a future agenda for further consideration.
October 20, 2026, Finance and Insurance Committee Regular Agenda (PDF). Minutes
The City of Marinette Finance & Insurance Committee on Oct. 20, 2026 reviewed and recommended payment of September 2026 expenditures, accepted a year-to-date budget report through September, recommended purchase of two 15 MPH signs (not to exceed $1,000), and discussed a special budget meeting for Oct. 26, 2026 at noon.
Discussion Points
•Committee reviewed the City Treasurer's year-to-date CY 2026 budget report reflecting expenditures and revenues through September 2026.
•List of motions and unanimous approvals 'all concurred'.
•Proposal to install two signage units at Edwin/James St and Shore Drive/James St to indicate reduced speed when children are present.
•Scheduling a special meeting to approve the budget on Oct. 26 at 12:00 p.m.
Decisions
•All motions recorded in the minutes were approved by unanimous consent.
•Recommend Common Council approve purchase up to $1,000.
•Recommend Common Council approve September 2026 expenditures; accept the Treasurer's year-to-date budget report.
•Special meeting date/time identified; final approval pending separate action.
Directions
•Set a special meeting time and prepare budget materials for that meeting.
The Marinette Personnel and License Committee on Oct. 20, 2026, unanimously recommended Common Council approval of updated employee benefits language, a 3.3% pay increase for non‑union employees in 2027 tied to the State CPI, multiple alcohol license approvals (including two new Class B licenses for Murray Hospitality Group), conditional operator licenses for three applicants and denials for two, and the appointment of a successor agent for Alibi.
Discussion Points
•Applications for two separate addresses (20 and 16 W. Hosmer St.).
•Committee considered and recommended successor agent appointment for Alibi.
•Committee reviewed and approved updated policy language.
•Committee reviewed State CPI figure of 3.3% as the basis for the adjustment.
•Conditional grants contingent on completion of State‑approved Responsible Beverage Server class.
•Denials based on non‑compliance with PLC‑1.0010 review guideline chart items 3 and 4.
•Event date and location confirmed (2501 Pierce Ave., Nov. 7, 2026).
Decisions
•Recommend appointment of successor agent for Dustin Lyle Downs.
•Recommend approval of both Class B license applications.
•Recommend approval of updated Miscellaneous Benefits to Employees language.
•Recommend Common Council approve a 3.3% pay increase for non‑union employees in 2027.
•Recommend conditional grants for three applicants and denial for two applicants.
•Recommend issuance of Temporary Class B license to Marinette Kiwanis.
Directions
•Clerk’s Office to collect required training documentation from conditional grantees before provisional license expires.
•Forward both applications to Common Council for final action.
•Forward recommendation to Common Council for final consideration and fiscal review.
•Forward recommendation to Common Council for license issuance.
•Forward to Common Council for final adoption.
•Forward to Common Council for final licensure action.
October 19, 2026, Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic, and Lights Committee Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF). Minutes
The Marinette Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee met Oct. 19, 2026; members voted to forward a $16,000 caution-light proposal for financial review and recommended raising cemetery fees for Forest Home and Woodlawn Cemeteries to the Common Council.
Discussion Points
•City Clerk's office provided a suggested fee schedule for burials and plot sales at Forest Home and Woodlawn Cemeteries.
•City has not received input from Waupaca Foundry regarding the proposed lights.
•Committee supported forwarding the recommendation to the Common Council.
•Finance & Insurance should evaluate curb-cut costs and inclusion in 2027 budget.
•Need to replace/restore caution light at Carney Ave due to deteriorating pole.
Decisions
•Recommendation approved (all concurred).
•Referral approved (all concurred).
Directions
•Recommend Common Council consider and adopt fee changes as appropriate.
•Refer proposal to Finance & Insurance Committee for cost analysis and budget recommendation.
October 19, 2026, Parks and Recreation Committee Regular Agenda (PDF). Minutes
Committee approved recommendation to the Common Council to buy a traverse climbing wall for $13,047, supported by local donations; staff delivered routine monthly reports and the committee set a November agenda item for a civic center pool study update.
Discussion Points
•Committee listed Parkitecture civic center pool study update for November agenda.
•Executive Recreation Director Gavin Scray presented three quotes and funding sources for a traverse climbing wall, noting donor support and a vendor grant.
•Staff delivered routine monthly reports on recreation, public works and tourism.
Decisions
•Committee recommended the Everlast Climbing quote for $13,047 to the Common Council.
Directions
•Staff will forward the committee recommendation to the Common Council for final action.
