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CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 302 128 SMITH ST. PLYMOUTH, WI 53073 AGENDA 1. Call to order and roll call: 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of the Consent Agenda (Alderpersons may request removal of item(s), or part thereof without debate or vote): A. Approve minutes of the meeting held Tuesday, July 14, 2026 B. Approve City and Utility Reports: I. Electric, Water and Sewer Sales Report – June 2026 II. Utility Related Write Offs for July 2026 - $1,465.04 C. Minutes acknowledged for filing – Police and Fire Commission: June 2 – Joint Review Board: July 9 – Committee of the Whole: July 14 D. Approve Temporary “Class B” Wine and Class “B” Beer License for Plymouth Advancement Association, at City Park on September 26, 2026 from 10 AM – 11 PM for Fallooza. E. Approve Temporary “Class B” Wine and Class “B” Beer License for Generations – Bridal Shower, to be held at 1500 Douglas Dr. on August 9 from 11 AM – 4 PM. F. Approve Room Tax Permit Application for Plumbline Place 4. Audience Comments: Citizens comments must be recognized by the mayor or presiding officer and are limited to three minutes per person from those signed in on the registration sheet located at the back of the Council Chambers prior to the start of the meeting. 5. Items removed from Consent Agenda: 6. Resolution: A. No. 18 Resolution Creating Tax Incremental District No. 11, Approving its Project Plan and Establishing its Boundaries – Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager B. No. 19 Resolution Expressing Support for the Plymouth Public Library Renovation Project – Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager 7. New Business: A. Discussion and Possible Approval of Bid from PTS Contractors, Inc in the amount of $786,000 for STH 57 Watermain Extension– Cathy Austin, Director of Public Works B. Discussion and Possible Approval of Bid from Northeast Asphalt, Inc in the amount of $193,356.70 for the DPW Yard Upgrades – Cathy Austin, Director of Public Works C. Discussion and Possible Approval of Amendment to Engineering Services Agreement with Ayre Associates for Mill Pond Dam Replacement Project– Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager D. Discussion and Possible Action on an Amendment to the USDA Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual – Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager E. Discussion and Approval to Move Council Meeting Date to Monday, August 24 - Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager 8. Adjourn to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 It is likely a quorum of members of other governmental bodies of the municipality may be in attendance at the above stated me eting to gather information. No action will be taken by any governmental body at the above stated meeting other than the governmen tal body specifically referred to above in this notice. Please note that, upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. For additional information or to request this service, please contact the City of Plymouth Clerk’s Office, located at Plymouth City Hall at 128 Smith St., Plymouth, WI or call (920) 893-1271. CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 302 128 SMITH ST. PLYMOUTH, WI 53073 UNOFFICIAL MINUTES 1. Call to order and roll call: Mayor Pohlman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. On the call of the roll, the following were present: Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Mike Penkwitz, John Binder, Dana Herrmann, Kevin Sande, and Jeff Tauscheck. Also present: City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee, City Attorney Crystal Fieber, Police Chief Ken Ruggles, Deputy Police Chief Matt Starker, Assistant Administrator/Community Development Director Jack Johnston, Director of Public Works Cathy Austin, Fire Chief Jim Klug, Finance Director Chris Russo, Electrical Operation Manager Ryan Roehrborn, Library Director Leslie Jochman, and City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Anna Voigt. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of the Consent Agenda (Alderpersons may request removal of item(s), or part thereof without debate or vote): Motion was made by Herrman/Matzdorf to approve the consent agenda. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. A. Approve minutes of the meeting held Tuesday, June 30, 2026 B. Approve City and Utility Reports: I. List of City & Utility Vouchers dated 06/01/2026 – 06/30/2026 C. Minutes acknowledged for filing – Library Board: June 1 – Plan Commission: June 4 - Plymouth Community Television: June 8 D. Building Report for June 2026 – 45 Permits at $533,188 E. Approve Alcohol in City Park during the July 23 German Night Event from 4 PM – 11 PM. F. Approve Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map (CSM); W6554 and W6560 County Road Z Parcels 59016217651 and 59016217652 4. Audience Comments: Citizens comments must be recognized by the mayor or presiding officer and are limited to three minutes per person from those signed in on the registration sheet located at the back of the Council Chambers prior to the start of the meeting.: Mike Laabs from North Shore Health of Milwaukee spoke about the former Brickbauer building. 5. Items removed from Consent Agenda: None 6. Resolution: A. No. 17 – Commendation for Gary Kramer – Mayor Pohlman recognized Gary Kramer for his many years of service. Motion was made Tauschek/Haucke to approve the Resolution. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 7. New Business: A. Discussion and Possible Action on RLF Loan with Thrivent – City Administrator/Utilities Manager Blakeslee explained that Thrivent submitted a loan application as part of acquisition and remodeling/improvement of building at 317 & 321 E Mill St. The RLF committee unanimously recommended the RLF Loan request from Thrivent. Motion was made by Matzdorf/Herrman to approve the RLF loan request from Thrivent. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. B. Discussion and Possible Action of Investment Reallocation Approval– Finance Director Russo explained that staff is recommending reallocating a portion of investments to fund the Q3 ATC Voluntary Additional Capital Call (VACC). The 2026 budget included the additional VACC in the 2026A GO debt offering, but after legal review, the ATC VACC would not qualify under the tax-exempt issuance rules and would be required to be issued as taxable notes and be issued separately. With the 26-27 borrowing solidified staff is comfortable to reallocate current investment reserves to the ATC VACC. Motion was made by Tauscheck/Matzdorf to approve the Q3 ATC VACC of $306,637 by reallocating $238,197 of investments. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. C. Discussion and Possible Action of Side Agreement with GTS for WEDC Site Assessment Grant Award for 322 Cold Storage St. – Assistant City Administrator/Community Development Director Johnston explained the City was awarded a grant worth up to $150,000 from the WEDC through their site assessment grant program. The City coordinated this grant application with GTS in an effort to help with the demolition of the former Kraft Cheese building located at 322 Cold Storage St. after the building had major façade failure. The council approved this grant award. The side agreement is a separate agreement that passes the responsibility over to GTS for project management and any external costs incurred by the City as part of this grant award. Johnston noted that WEDC only allows cities and other governmental entities to serve as applicant for these grants. As a pass-through agreement is common place in instances like this. Motion was made by Herrmann/Penkwitz to approve the side agreement with GTS. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. D. Discussion and Possible Action on Professional Service Agreement with Parkitecture + Planning for City Park- Austin Director of Public Works explained that the next phase of the City Park project is the preparation of final construction documents necessary for bidding and construction. Parkitecture + Planning has submitted a proposal of $204,020 to complete the design, bidding assistance, permitting, and construction administration services. Motion was made by Penkwitz/Tauscheck to approve the professional services agreement to Parkitecture + Planning in the amount of $204,020 for the City Park Improvements Project. Herrmann asked if this would come back to Council for the remaining of the funding? Austin stated that construction bids will come back to Council for approval. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. E. Discussion of Draft Library Renovation Resolution – Blakeslee explained in January of 2025 the Ad Hoc Library Repair, Renovation, and Expansion Committee was created to evaluate the immediate, mid-term, and long-term needs of the library and provide a report to the Library Board and Council outlining recommended repairs, renovations and expansion needs. To support future fundraising efforts, the Library Foundation has requested that the Common Council consider a resolution of support for the project at an upcoming meeting. The proposed resolution is non-binding from a project financing standpoint. The resolution would establish a fundraising goal of $2 million for the Library Foundation. Mayor Pohlman asked if the Library Board has seen reviewed the Resolution. Director Jochman stated that it would be at the next Board meeting. Herrmann asked if there is an alternate site in mind and if the it can be shared. Jochman stated they do have some sites in mind, but would like to wait until there is an agreement in place. Jochman added that there are companies that specialize in moving and storing library collections. Herrmann asked about the timing. Jochman stated that they would need 6 months to figure out the temporary site due to the internet line being moved. Tauscheck asked if the move and having a second location are factored into the amount. Jochman stated that is an additional cost. Mayor commented that it’s important to have a library available during the construction. This item will come back to a future meeting. 8. Entertain a Motion to go into Closed Session for the following: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Sande to go into closed session. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (1) (b) considering dismissal, demotion, licensing or discipline of any public employee or person licensed by a board or commission or the investigation of charges against such person, or considering the grant or denial of tenure for a university faculty member, and the taking of formal action on any such matter; provided that the faculty member of other public employee or person licensed is given actual notice of any evidentiary hearing which may be held prior to final action being taken and of any meeting at which final action may be taken. The notice shall contain a statement that the person has the right to demand that the evidentiary hearing or meeting be held in open session regarding an alcohol license denial AND Pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved regarding – Claim from Passini AND Pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved regarding – 59271821561 9. Entertain a motion to go into Open Session: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Herrmann to go into open session. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 10. Discussion and Possible Action on Closed Session Items: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Herrmann to deny the claim from Passini. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. Motion was made by Tauscheck/Matzdorf to rescind the raze order on 59271821561. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 11. Adjourn to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026: Motion was made by Herrmann/Tauscheck to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. Plymouth Utilities JUNE 2026 SALES & REVENUE June 2026 Electric Sales 1.6% -4.3% 4.2% -6.1% (0) 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 10. Residential 12. Co mmercial 13. Industrial 14. Other Month Electric Sales (kwH) Jun-26 Jun-25 % Var 1.6% -2.8% 3.2% -9.2% (0) 10,000,000 20,000,000 30,000,000 40,000,000 50,000,000 60,000,000 70,000,000 80,000,000 90,000,000 10. Residential 12. Co mmercial 13. Industrial 14. Other YTD Electric Sales (kwH) June YTD 2026 June YTD 2025 % Var June 2026 Electric Revenue 13.1% 7.5% 11.0% 3.8% $0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 10. Residenti al 12. Commercial 13. Industrial 14. Other Month Electric Revenue Jun-26 Jun-25 % Var 14.6% 10.7% 14.1% 5.3% $0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000 $8,000,000 10. Residenti al 12. Commercial 13. Industrial 14. Other YTD Electric Revenue June YTD 2026 June YTD 2025 % Var June 2026 Water Revenue 2.7% 6.5% 7.4% 11.4% -0.2% 1.5% $0 $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000 $60,000 $70,000 $80,000 $90,000 20. Residential 21. Mu ltifamily22. Co mmercial23. Industrial 24. Other 25. Fire Protect Month Water Revenue Jun-26 Jun-25 % Var 0.3% 4.8% 2.2% 3.8% -10.5% 1.4% $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000 $350,000 $400,000 $450,000 $500,000 20. Residential 21. Mu ltifamily22. Co mmercial23. Industrial 24. Other 25. Fire Protect YTD Water Revenue June YTD 2026 June YTD 2025 % Var June 2026 Sewer Revenue 2.4% 4.9% 20.2% -11.5% $0 $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000 $120,000 $140,000 30. Residential 32. Co mmercial 33. Industrial 34. Other Month Sewer Revenue Jun-26 Jun-25 % Var 0.2% 3.3% 1.7% -12.8% $0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 30. Residential 32. Co mmercial 33. Industrial 34. Other YTD Sewer Revenue June YTD 2026 June YTD 2025 % Var Electric $12,742,181 83% Water $1,219,627 8% Sewer $1,422,377 9% 2026 Utility Revenue Page: 1Transaction Register - Writeoffs for Council- CJRPLYMOUTH UTILITIES Jul 14, 2026 10:45AMDates: 06/07/2026 - 07/12/2026 Report Criteria: Selected types: Write Off Name Customer Number Type Reference Number Description Check Number Amount Msg Service Write Off 06/08/2026 LENTZ, LORETTA 4.88.14972.01 Write 1 Write-off In-house .69- M Multiple Total 06/08/2026: .69- 06/11/2026 BAUMHARDT, LINDSAY 11.88.24271.13 Write 1 WRITE OFF - IN HOUSE 1.08 M Multiple Total 06/11/2026: 1.08 06/12/2026 RAUB, JEFFREY 13.87.27583.06 Write 1 In house- Write off .01- M PNL ELEC MCCARTHY, AMY 4.88.36351.07 Write 2 WRITE OFF IN HOUSE - DECEASED 927.16- M Multiple WINKELMANN, RUTH 12.88.27379.12 Write 3 WRITE OFF IN HOUSE .12- M PNL ELEC WRIGHT, MARY 6.88.30951.09 Write 4 WRITE OFF IN HOUSE - DECEASED 532.96- M Multiple Total 06/12/2026: 1,460.25- 06/15/2026 REDDY, KONDA 10.88.34183.35 Write 1 .63- M Multiple Total 06/15/2026: .63- 06/25/2026 LAG FAMILY LLC 18.87.26753.16 Write 1 IN HOUSE WRITE OFF 2.55- M Multiple Total 06/25/2026: 2.55- 07/08/2026 MARTIN, JONATHAN 3.88.48765.11 Write 1 Write-off- In house 2.00- M Multiple Total 07/08/2026: 2.00- Total Write Off: 1,465.04- Grand Totals: 1,465.04- Msg: M= Manually Allocated F= Final Bill 1 City of Plymouth Police and Fire Commission Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 @ 8:30 A.M. Room 210 Plymouth City Hall, 128 Smith Street, Plymouth, WI 53073 Members Present: President Mark Melcher, Vice President James Flanagan, Secretary Tim Lemkuil, Neal Moegenburg, Police Chief Ken Ruggles, Deputy Police Chief Matt Starker. Call to Order: President Mark Melcher, called the meeting to order at 8:30 A.M. in Room 210 @ City Hall, located at 128 Smith Street, Plymouth, Wisconsin. Person’s desire to be heard before the Commission: None. Consideration and approval of minutes: A motion made by James Flanagan and second by Neal Moegenburg to approve the Police and Fire Commission meeting minutes of May 5, 2026. Motion carried. Reports from Chief of Police. Chief Ruggles reported that of the 4 most recent appointees to the Fire Department, 3 had either completed or were in the process of finishing the required paperwork. 1 candidate had not completed the required paperwork after numerous attempts were made via several forms of communication. This candidate was informed that he was no longer a eligible to be a member of the fire department. Members were informed of upcoming events that the Police Department would be involved in: Cheese Capital Fest: June 26,th 27th Mill St Fest: July 11 th Culvers Night: August 11th August Family Night: August 22nd Sheboygan County Fair: Sept. 3rd thru 7th PD Canine Golf outing September 21st. Two recent drug investigations resulted in 2 arrests for methamphetamines. Commission members were provided copies of the most recent police department annual report as provided to the city council. The cities Strategic Plan is in the process of being updated. The city council approved an ordinance making possession of vape products by anyone under the age of 18 an ordinance violation. This follows in accordance with stare law. Deputy Chief Starker reported on the training that officers had completed recently and advised that LT. Thom would be attending command college starting in September. Deputy Starker also reported that the damaged caused by a vehicle striking the PD storage garage has been repaired. Adjourn: President, Mark Melcher asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion for adjournment at 9:10 A.M.by Jim Flanagan and second by Neal Moegenburg. Motion carried. Submitted on the second of June 2026. Tim Lemkuil--- Secretary AGENDA JOINT REVIEW BOARD CITY OF PLYMOUTH TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 11 July 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM UNOFFICIAL MINUTES 1. Call to order.: The meeting was called to order at 5 PM in Roon 210 at Plymouth City Hall, 128 Smith St., Plymouth WI by Don Pohlman 2. Roll call. : The following were present: Don Pohlman, John Wyatt – Lakeshore College, Amy Williams – Plymouth School District Member, Thomas Wegner – Sheboygan County Member, and Lindsay Watkins-Citizen Member. 3. Appointments (as needed): a. Public member. : Public member Lindsay Watkins was appointed to the Joint Review Board. 4. Review responsibilities of the Joint Review Board. Kayla Thorpe from Ehlers discussed the responsibilities of the Joint Review Board. The Joint Review Board is first presented with the project. It goes to Plan Commission for approval of the Resolution, then Common Council for approval of the Resolution and back to the Joint Review Board. 5. Review and discuss draft Project Plan. : Thorpe explained that TID #11 is a proposed Industrial District comprising approximately 190 acres located in the general area of County Road PP and State Highway 57. The district will be crated to pay the costs of facilitating the public infrastructure upgrades to facilitate an expansion of Sartori Cheese. 6. Set next meeting date to consider approval of the TID. : Staff will email members for the next meeting date. 7. Adjourn.: Motion was made by Wegner/Wyatt to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote is cast motion carried. CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING, 5:00 PM WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) 625 COUNTY RD PP, 128 SMITH STREET UNOFFICIAL MINUTES 1. Call to Order and Roll Call: Mayor Pohlman called the meeting to order. On the call of the roll, the following were present: Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Mike Penkwitz, Dave Herrmann, Dana Haucke, Kevin Sande, and Jeff Tauscheck. Also present: City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee, Assistant Administrator/Community Development Director Jack Johnston, Director of Public Works Cathy Austin, Electric Operation Manager Ryan Roehrborn, Waste Water Superintendent Tyler Wollersheim, and City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Anna Voigt. 2. Tour and Discussion of Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP): Waste Water Superintendent Tyler Wollersheim gave staff and Council a tour of the Waste Water Treatment Plant. 3. Adjourn: Motion was made by Matzdorf/Tauscheck to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator/Utilities Manager RE: Consideration of the Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 11 and Review of its Project Plan Background: Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) is one of the most important tools available to Wisconsin municipalities to promote economic development and redevelopment. Through TIF, a municipality can use the increased property taxes generated within a designated Tax Incremental District (TID) to finance public improvements, property acquisition, and other eligible costs necessary to support development that would not otherwise occur. For a general overview of TIF, visit:https://www.ehlers-inc.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/02/Wisconsin-TID-101-2023- REV-2023-02-06-.pdf. Plymouth currently has six districts: TID #5, TID #6, TID #7, TID#8, TID#9, and TID#10 which can be seen pictured to the right. The City is proposing the creation of TID #11, designated as an Industrial District. The proposed district consists parcels located in the eastern partion of Plymouth with a focus on Sartori Cheese and other vacant city parcels. TID #11 is intended to support the new Sartori Manufacturing Addition, focused on a mix of public improvements including a future water main and road relocation, facilities study, wastewater treatment plant infrastructure upgrades, legal and engineering services, financing costs, and administrative expenses. Note that some of these are currently unfunded projects. The proposed TID #11 Project Plan is included as Attachment 1. Ehlers, the City’s financial advisor, will present the project plan and be available to answer questions at the meeting. The manufacturing facility is projected to generate approximately $4.7 million in new incremental value within the district and the generation of 25 new jobs. As required by state law, the statutory “but for” test has been applied and demonstrates that the development, as Proposed TID#11 proposed, including the associated public infrastructure improvements, would not occur without the use of TIF. The City is also in the process of finalizing a development agreement with Sartori regarding the timing of various improvements. Strategic Plan Alignment: TID #11 advances key goals from the City’s 2023–2026 Strategic Plan: • Outcome: Expanded Economic Development • Outcome: TIF District Utilization Expanded Timeline: The Joint Review Board and Plan Commission on July 9 to review the project plan and provide feedback prior to the Plan Commission’s formal public hearing and consideration. The Joint Review Board recommendation was to proceed. The Plan Commission unanimously (6-0 vote) recommended the creation of TID#11 as presented. If the district moves forward, the Joint Review Board would be scheduled to reconvene after Council consideration for final approval. Staff Recommendation: Approve the resolution establishing the boundaries of and approving the project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 11. Attachments: • Resolution • Project Plan July 21, 2026 PROJECT PLAN City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Incremental District No. 11 Prepared by: Ehlers N19W24400 Riverwood Drive, Suite 100 Waukesha, WI 53188 BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IT’S WHAT WE DO. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 2 KEY DATES Organizational Joint Review Board Meeting: July 9, 2026 Public Hearing Held: July 9, 2026 Action by Plan Commission: July 9, 2026 Action by Common Council: July 28, 2026 Action by the Joint Review Board: Scheduled for TBD TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Summary .....................................................................................................................................3 Preliminary Map of Proposed District Boundary ............................................................................ 6 Map Showing Existing Uses and Conditions .................................................................................... 9 Preliminary Parcel List and Analysis .................................................................................................... 11 Equalized Value Test ................................................................................................................................. 12 Statement Listing the Kind, Number and Location of All Proposed Public Works or Improvements Within the District ....................................................................................................... 13 Map Showing Proposed Improvements and Uses ....................................................................... 20 Detailed List of Estimated Project Costs ......................................................................................... 24 Economic Feasibility Study, Description of the Methods of Financing Estimated Project Costs and the Time When Related Costs or Monetary Obligations are to be Incurred .......................................................................................................................................................... 25 Annexed Property ..................................................................................................................................... 29 Estimate of Property to Be Devoted to Retail Business ........................................................... 29 Proposed Changes of Zoning Ordinances, Master Plan, Map, Building Codes and City Ordinances .................................................................................................................................................... 29 Statement of the Proposed Method for the Relocation of any Persons to be Displaced ...........................................................................................................................................................................30 How Creation of the Tax Incremental District Promotes the Orderly Development of the City ...........................................................................................................................................................30 List of Estimated Non-Project Costs .................................................................................................. 31 Legal Opinion Advising Whether the Plan is Complete and Complies with Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(4)(f) ................................................................................................................................................. 32 Calculation of the Share of Projected Tax Increments Estimated to be Paid by the Owners of Property in the Overlying Taxing Jurisdictions ...................................................... 34 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 3 SECTION 1: Executive Summary DESCRIPTION OF DISTRICT Tax Incremental District (“TID”) No. 11 (“District”) is a proposed Industrial District comprising approximately 190 acres located in the general area of County Road PP and State Highway 57. The District will be created to pay the costs of facilitating the public infrastructure upgrades (“Project”) to facilitate an expansion of Sartori Cheese (“Developer”). AUTHORITY The City is creating the District under the provisions of Wis. Stat. § 66.1105. ESTIMATED TOTAL PROJECT COST EXPENDITURES The City anticipates making total expenditures of approximately $ 2,081,481 (“Project Costs”) to undertake the projects listed in this Project Plan (“Plan”). Project Costs include an estimated $561,481 in long-term principal and interest payments, $775,00 in capital project costs, $490,000 to repay advances from other funds and $255,00 in ongoing planning and administrative costs. INCREMENTAL VALUATION The City projects that new land and improvements value of approximately $4,700,000 will result from the Project. Creation of this additional value will be made possible by the Project Costs made within the District. A table detailing assumptions as to the development timing and associated values is included in the Economic Feasibility Study located within this Plan. EXPECTED TERMINATION OF DISTRICT Based on the Economic Feasibility Study located within Section 9 of this Plan, the City anticipates that the District will generate sufficient tax increment to pay all Project Costs within 20 of its allowable 20 years. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS As required by Wis. Stat. § 66.1105, and as documented in this Plan and the exhibits contained and referenced herein, the following findings are made: 1. That “but for” the creation of this District, the development projected to occur as detailed in this Plan: 1) would not occur; or 2) would not occur in the manner, at the values, or within the timeframe desired by the City. In reaching this determination, the City has considered: The substantial investment needed to provide the public infrastructure necessary to allow for development within the District. Absent the use of tax Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 4 incremental financing, the City is unable to fully fund this program of infrastructure improvements. 2. The economic benefits of the District, as measured by increased employment, business and personal income, and property value, are sufficient to compensate for the cost of the improvements. In making this determination, the City has considered the following information: The expectation that the Project add an additi onal 27 jobs to the area and that the Developer is likely to purchase goods and services from local suppliers in construction of the Project, and induced effects of employee households spending locally for goods and services from retailers, restaurants and service companies. 3. The benefits of the proposal outweigh the anticipated tax increments to be paid by the owners of property in the overlying taxing jurisdictions. As required by Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(4)(i )4., a calculation of the share of projected tax increments estimated to be paid by the owners of property in the overlying taxing jurisdictions has been prepared and can be found in this Plan. However, because the Project would not occur without the use of tax incremental financing, these tax increments would not be paid but for creation of the District. Accordingly, the City finds that the benefits expected to be realized as set forth in this Plan outweigh the value of the tax increments to be invested in the Project. 4. Not less than 50% by area of the real property within the District is suitable for industrial sites as defined by Wis. Stat. § 66.1101, and has been zoned for industrial use. Any real property within the District that is found suitable for industrial sites and is zoned for industrial use at the time of creation of the District will remain zoned for industrial use for the life of the District. 5. Based on the foregoing finding, the District is designated as an industrial district. 6. The Project Costs relate directly to promoting industrial development in the District, consistent with the purpose for which the District is created. 7. Improvements to be made in the District are likely to significantly enhance the value of substantially all of the other real property in the District. 8. The equalized value of taxable property in the District, plus the incremental value of all existing tax incremental districts within the City does not exceed 12% of the total equalized value of taxable property within the City. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 5 9. The City estimates that less than 35% of the territory within the District will be devoted to retail business at the end of the District’s maximum expenditure period, pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(5)(b). 10. That there are no parcels to be included within the District that were annexed by the City within the preceding three-year period. 11. The Plan for the District is feasible and is in conformity with the Master Plan of the City. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 6 SECTION 2: Preliminary Map of Proposed District Boundary Maps Found on Following Page. To the extent District boundaries include wetlands identified on a map prepared under Wis. Stat. § 23.32, the wetlands are excluded from the District. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 7 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 8 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 9 SECTION 3: Map Showing Existing Uses and Conditions Map Found on Following Page. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 10 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 11 SECTION 4: Preliminary Parcel List and Analysis ROW Areas 0.00 59271822647 WILLOW ROAD CITY OF PLYMOUTH 24.03 24.03 59271820935 WILLOW ROAD CITY OF PLYMOUTH 11.73 11.73 59271820938 N5490 WILLOW RD   PLYMOUTH INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMEN 11.77 11.77 59271820941 N/A PLYMOUTH INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMEN 11.13 11.13 59271820942 N/A PLYMOUTH INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMEN 12.68 12.68 59271820957 N/A PLYMOUTH INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMEN 1.63 1.63 59271820946 N/A PLYMOUTH INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMEN 0.30 0.30 59271820960 N/A STATE OF WI DEPT OF TRANSPORTAT 9.39 0.00 59271820953 SARTORI WHEY CITY OF PLYMOUTH 1.99 0.00 59271820890 N/A LAWN BOY INC 23.39 23.39 59271820910 STATE HIGHWAY 57 LAWN BOY INC 24.14 24.14 59271820955 4200 CTH PP SFC-PLMOUTH LLC 22.31 22.31 59271820940 N/A LAWN BOY INC 5.52 5.52 59271820931 1001 SARTORI WHEY SARTORI REAL ESTATE LLC 2.00 2.00 59271821081 N/A CITY OF PLYMOUTH 4.60 4.60 59271821067 COUNTY ROAD PP CITY OF PLYMOUTH 0.40 0.40 59271821066 N/A CITY OF PLYMOUTH 1.14 1.14 59271821073 N/A CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3.36 3.36 59271822687 N/A CITY OF PLYMOUTH 2.67 0.00 59271820952 WILLOW ROAD SHEBOYGAN COUNTY 0.84 0.00 59271822693 N/A SHEBOYGAN COUNTY 0.89 0.89 59271820950 WILLOW RD & COUNTY RD CITY OF PLYMOUTH 12.75 59271820943 COUNTY ROAD PP CITY OF PLYMOUTH 1.09 TOTALS 189.75 161.02 Percentage of TID Area Suitable for Mixed Use Development (at least 50%) 85% Percentage of TID Area Not Suitable for Development 15% Wetland Acreage Removed from District Boundaries 30.23 Owner Acres Industrial Acres Parcel Number Address Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 12 SECTION 5: Equalized Value Test The following calculations demonstrate that the City expects to be in compliance with Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(4)(gm)4.c., which requires that the equalized value of the taxable property in the proposed District, plus the value increment of all existing tax incremental districts, does not exceed 12% of the total equalized value of taxable property within the City. The equalized value of the increment of existing tax incremental districts within the City, plus the base value of the proposed District, totals $46,955,100. This value is less than the maximum of $ 151,383,516 in equalized value that is permitted for the City. Calculation of City Equalized Value Limit City TID IN Equalized Value (Jan. 1, 2025) 1,261,529,300$ TID Valuation Limit @ 12% of Above Value 151,383,516$ Calculation of Value Subject to Limit Estimated Base Value of Territory to be Included in District 10,707,000$ Incremental Value of Existing Districts (Jan. 1, 2025) 36,248,100$ Total Value Subject to 12% Valuation Limit 46,955,100$ Total Percentage of TID IN Equalized Value 3.72% Residual Value Capacity of TID IN Equalized Value 104,428,416$ Valuation Test Compliance Calculation City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 13 SECTION 6: Statement Listing the Kind, Number and Location of All Proposed Public Works or Improvements Within the District Project Costs are any expenditure made, estimated to be made, or monetary obligations incurred or estimated to be incurred as outlined in this Plan. Project Costs will be diminished by any income, special assessments or other revenues, including user fees or charges, other than tax increments, received or reasonably expected to be received in connection with the implementation of the Plan. If Project Costs incurred benefit territory outside the District, a proportionate share of the cost is not a Project Cost. Costs identified in this Plan are preliminary estimates made prior to design considerations and are subject to change after planning, design and construction is completed. With all Project Costs, the costs of engineering, design, survey, inspection, materials, construction, restoring property to its original condition, apparatus necessary for public works, legal and other consultant fees, testing, environmental studies, permits, updating City ordinances and plans, judgments or claims for damages and other expenses are included as Project Costs. The following is a list of public works and other tax incremental financing eligible Project Costs that the City expects to make, or may need to make, in conjunction with the implementation of the District’s Plan. The map found in Section 7 of this Plan al ong with the Detailed List of Project Costs found in Section 8 provide additional information as to the kind, number and location of potential Project Costs. Property, Right-of-Way and Easement Acquisition Property Acquisition for Development To promote and facilitate development the City may acquire property within the District. The cost of property acquired, and any costs associated with the transaction, are eligible Project Costs. Following acquisition, other Project Costs within the categor ies detailed in this Section may be incurred to make the property suitable for development. Any revenue received by the City from the sale of property acquired pursuant to the execution of this Plan will be used to reduce the total project costs of the District. If total Project Costs incurred by the City to acquire property and make it suitable for development exceed the revenues or other consideration received from the sale or lease of that property, the net amount shall be considered “real property assembly costs” as Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 14 defined in Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(2)(f)1.c., and subject to recovery as an eligible Project Cost. Property Acquisition for Conservancy To promote the objectives of this Plan, the City may acquire property within the District that it will designate for conservancy. These conservancy objectives include: preserving historic resources or sensitive natural features; protection of scenic and historic views; maintaining habitat for wildlife; maintaining adequate open space; reductio n of erosion and sedimentation by preserving existing vegetation; and providing adequate areas for management of stormwater. The cost of property acquired for conservancy, and any costs associated with the transaction, are eligible Project Costs. Acquisition of Rights-of-Way The City may need to acquire property to allow for installation of streets, driveways, sidewalks, utilities, stormwater management practices and other public infrastructure. Costs incurred by the City to identify, negotiate and acquire rights-of-way are eligible Project Costs. Acquisition of Easements The City may need to acquire temporary or permanent easements to allow for installation and maintenance of streets, driveways, sidewalks, utilities, stormwater management practices and other public infrastructure. Costs incurred by the City to identify, negotiate and acquire easement rights are eligible Project Costs. Relocation Costs If relocation expenses are incurred in conjunction with the acquisition of property, those expenses are eligible Project Costs. These costs may include, but are not limited to: preparation of a relocation plan; allocations of staff time; legal fees; publication of notices; obtaining appraisals; and payment of relocation benefits as required by Wis. Stat. Chapter 32 and Wis. Admin. Code ADM 92. Site Preparation Activities Environmental Audits and Remediation If it becomes necessary to evaluate any land or improvement within the District, any cost incurred by the City related to environmental audits, testing, and remediation are eligible Project Costs. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 15 Demolition To make sites suitable for development, the City may incur costs related to demolition and removal of structures or other land improvements, to include abandonment of wells or other existing utility services. Site Grading Land within the District may require grading to make it suitable for development, to provide access, and to control stormwater runoff. The City may need to remove and dispose of excess material, or bring in fill material to provide for proper site elevations. Expenses incurred by the City for site grading are eligible Project Costs. Utilities Sanitary Sewer System Improvements To allow development to occur, the City may need to construct, alter, rebuild or expand sanitary sewer infrastructure within the District. Eligible Project Costs include, but are not limited to, construction, alteration, rebuilding or expansion of: collection mains; manholes and cleanouts; service laterals; force mains; interceptor sewers; pumping stations; lift stations; wastewater treatment facilities; and all related appurtenances. To the extent sanitary sewer projects undertaken within the Distr ict provide direct benefit to land outside of the District, the City will make an allocation of costs based on such benefit. Those costs corresponding to the benefit allocated to land within the District, and necessitated by the implementation of the Project Plan, are eligible Project Costs. Implementation of the Project Plan may also require that the City construct, alter, rebuild or expand sanitary sewer infrastructure located outside of the District. T hat portion of the costs of sanitary sewer system projects undertaken outside the District which are necessitated by the implementation of the Project Plan are eligible Project Costs. Water System Improvements To allow development to occur, the City may need to construct, alter, rebuild or expand water system infrastructure within the District. Eligible Project Costs include, but are not limited to, construction, alteration, rebuilding or expansion of: distribution mains; manholes and valves; hydrants; service laterals; pumping stations; wells; water treatment facilities; storage tanks and reservoirs; and all related appurtenances. To the extent water system projects undertaken within the District provide direct benefit to land outside of the District, the City will make an allocation of costs based on such benefit. Those costs corresponding to the benefit allocated to land within the District, and necessitated by the Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 16 implementation of the Project Plan, are eligible Project Costs. Implementation of the Project Plan may also require that the City construct, alter, rebuild or expand water system infrastructure located outside of the District. That portion of the costs of water system projects undertaken outside the District which are necessitated by the implementation of the Project Plan are eligible Project Costs. Stormwater Management System Improvements Development within the District will cause stormwater runoff. To manage this stormwater runoff, the City may need to construct, alter, rebuild or expand stormwater management infrastructure within the District. Eligible Project Costs include, but are not limited to, construction, alteration, rebuilding or expansion of: stormwater collection mains; inlets, manholes and valves; service laterals; ditches; culvert pipes; box culverts; bridges; stabilization of stream and river banks; and infiltration, filtration and detention Best Management Practices (BMP’s). To the extent stormwater management system projects undertaken within the District provide direct benefit to land outside of the District, the City will make an allocation of costs based on such benefit. Those costs corresponding to the benefit allocated to land within the District, and necessitated by the implementation of the Project Plan, are eligible Project Costs. Implementation of the Project P lan may also require that the City construct, alter, rebuild or expand stormwater management infrastructure located outside of the District. That portion of the costs of stormwater management system projects undertaken outside the District which are necessitated by the implementation of the Project Plan are eligible Project Costs. Electric Service To create sites suitable for development, the City may incur costs to provide, relocate or upgrade electric services. Relocation may require abandonment and removal of existing poles or towers, installation of new poles or towers, or burying of overhead electric lines. Costs incurred by the City to undertake this work are eligible Project Costs. Gas Service To create sites suitable for development, the City may incur costs to provide, relocate or upgrade gas mains and services. Costs incurred by the City to undertake this work are eligible Project Costs. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 17 Communications Infrastructure To create sites suitable for development, the City may incur costs to provide, relocate or upgrade infrastructure required for voice and data communications, including, but not limited to: telephone lines, cable lines and fiber optic cable . Costs incurred by the City to undertake this work are eligible Project Costs. Streets and Streetscape Street Improvements To allow development to occur, the City may need to construct or reconstruct streets, highways, alleys, access drives and parking areas. Eligible Project Costs include, but are not limited to: excavation; removal or placement of fill; construction of road base; asphalt or concrete paving or rep aving; installation of curb and gutter; installation of sidewalks and bicycle lanes; installation of culverts, box culverts and bridges; rail crossings and signals; utility relocation, to include burying overhead utility lines; street lighting; installatio n of traffic control signage and traffic signals; pavement marking; right-of-way restoration; installation of retaining walls; and installation of fences, berms, and landscaping. Streetscaping and Landscaping To attract development consistent with the objectives of this Plan, the City may install amenities to enhance development sites, rights-of-way and other public spaces. These amenities include, but are not limited to: landscaping; lighting of streets, sidewalks, parking areas and public areas; installation of planters, benches, clocks, tree rings, trash receptacles and similar items; and installation of brick or other decorative walks, terraces and street crossings. These and any other similar amenities installed by the City are eligible Project Costs. Community Development Cash Grants (Development Incentives) The City may enter into agreements with property owners, lessees, or developers of land located within the District for sharing costs to encourage the desired kind of improvements and assure tax base is generated sufficient to recover Project Costs. No cash grants will be provided until the City executes a developer agreement with the recipient of the cash gran t. Any payments of cash grants made by the City are eligible Project Costs. Contribution to Community Development Authority (CDA) As provided for in Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(2)(f)1.h and Wis. Stat. § 66.1333(13), the City may provide funds to its CDA to be used for administration, planning operations, and capital costs, including but not limited to real property Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 18 acquisition, related to the purposes for which it was established in furtherance of any redevelopment or urban renewal project. Funds provided to the CDA for this purpose are eligible Project Costs. Revolving Loan/Grant Program (Development Incentives) To encourage private development consistent with the objectives of this Plan, the City, through its CDA , may provide loans or grants to eligible property owners in the District. Eligible improvements will be those that are likely to improve the value of the property, enhance the visual appearance of the property and surrounding area, correct safety deficienci es, or as otherwise specified by the CDA in the program manual. Any funds returned to the CDA from the repayment of loans made are not considered revenues to the District, and will not be used to offset District Project Costs. Instead, these funds may be placed into a revolving fund and will continue to be used for the program purposes stated above. Any funds provided to the CDA for purposes of implementing this program are considered eligible Project Costs. Miscellaneous Rail Spur To allow for development, the City may incur costs for installation of a rail spur or other railway improvements to serve development sites located within the District. Projects Outside the Tax Increment District Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(2)(f)1.n, the City may undertake projects within territory located within one -half mile of the boundary of the District provided that: 1) the project area is located within the City’s corporate boundaries; and 2) the projects are approved by the Joint Review Board. The cost of projects completed outside the District pursuant to this section are eligible project costs, and may include any project cost that would otherwise be eligible if undertaken within the District. The City intends to make the following project cost expenditures outside the District: - New Drinking Well - $250,000 - Sanitary Force Main - $150,000 - WWTP Facilities Plan - $50,000 - WWTP Upgrades - $100,000 - Terciary Effluent Filtration - $500,000 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 19 Professional Service and Organizational Costs The costs of professional services rendered, and other costs incurred, in relation to the creation, administration and termination of the District, and the undertaking of the projects contained within this Plan, are eligible Project Costs. Professional ser vices include but are not limited to: architectural; environmental; planning; engineering; legal; audit; financial; and the costs of informing the public with respect to the creation of the District and the implementation of the Plan. Administrative Costs The City may charge to the District as eligible Project Costs reasonable allocations of administrative costs, including, but not limited to, employee salaries. Costs allocated will bear a direct connection to the time spent by City employees relating to the implementation of the Plan. Financing Costs Interest expense, debt issuance expenses, redemption premiums, and any other fees and costs incurred in conjunction with obtaining financing for projects undertaken under this Plan are eligible Project Costs. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 20 SECTION 7: Map Showing Proposed Improvements and Uses Maps Found on Following Page. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 21 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 22 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 23 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 24 SECTION 8: Detailed List of Estimated Project Costs The following list identifies the Project Costs that the City currently expects to incur in implementing the District’s Plan. All projects identified and related costs reflect the best estimates available as of the date of preparation of this Plan. All cos ts are preliminary estimates and may increase or decrease. Certain Project Costs listed may become unnecessary, and other Project Costs not currently identified may need to be made. (Section 6 details the general categories of eligible Project Costs). Changes in Project Cost totals or the types of Project Costs to be incurred will not require that this Plan be amended. This Plan is not meant to be a budget nor an appropriation of funds for specific Project Costs, but a framework within which to manage Project Costs. Project ID Project Name/Type Phase I Ongoing Non-Project Costs Totals 1/2 Mile Est. Timing 1 New Drinking Well 250,000 1,550,000 250,000 250,000 2027 5 Water Main Reroute 325,000 325,000 2028 6 Sanitary Force Main 150,000 1,350,000 150,000 150,000 2027 11 WWTP Facility Plan 50,000 100,000 50,000 50,000 2026 9 New Road Construction 150,000 150,000 2028 11 WWTP Upgrades 100,000 34,900,000 100,000 100,000 2030 8 Terciary Effluent Filtration 500,000 4,500,000 500,000 500,000 2027 12 WPS Gas Main 400,000 400,000 2027 Interest on Long Term Debt 176,481 0 Financing Costs 57,850 0 Ongoing Planning & Administrative Costs 255,000 255,000 Total Projects 1,925,000 489,331 42,400,000 2,180,000 1,050,000 City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Detailed List of Estimated Project Costs Est. Cost Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 25 SECTION 9: Economic Feasibility Study, Description of the Methods of Financing Estimated Project Costs and the Time When Related Costs or Monetary Obligations are to be Incurred This Section includes a forecast of the valuation increases expected within the District, the associated tax increment collections, a summary of how Project Costs would be financed, and a projected cash flow demonstrating that the District is economically feasible. Key Assumptions The Project Costs the City plans to make are expected to create $ 4,700,000 million in incremental value by 2027, Estimated valuations and timing for construction of the Project are included in Table 1. Assuming the City’s current equalized TID Interim tax rate of $13.80 per thousand of equalized value, and no economic appreciation or depreciation, the Project would generate $1,264,530 in incremental tax revenue over the 20-year term of the District as shown in Table 2. Table 1 – Development Assumptions Annual Total 1 2026 2,350,000 2,350,000 2026 1 2 2027 2,350,000 2,350,000 2027 2 3 2028 0 2028 3 Totals 4,700,000 4,700,000 Construction Year Construction Year City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Development Assumptions Sartori Phase 1 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 26 Table 2 – Tax Increment Projection Worksheet Type of District Base Value 10,707,000 District Creation Date Economic Change Factor 0. 00% Valuation Date Jan 1, 2026 Apply to Base Value Max Life (Years) Base Tax Rate 13.80$ End of Expenditure Period 15 7/28/2041 Rate Adjustment Factor 0.00% Revenue Periods/Final Year 20 2047 Extension Eligibility/Years Yes 3 Eligible Recipient District Construction Year Value Added Valuation Year Economic Change Total Increment Revenue Year Tax Rate1 Tax Increment 1 2026 2,350,000 2027 0 2, 350,000 2028 $13.80 32,424 2 2027 2,350,000 2028 0 4,700,000 2029 $13.80 64,848 3 2028 0 2029 0 4,700,000 2030 $13.80 64,848 4 2029 0 2030 0 4,700,000 2031 $13.80 64,848 5 2030 0 2031 0 4,700,000 2032 $13.80 64,848 6 2031 0 2032 0 4,700,000 2033 $13.80 64,848 7 2032 0 2033 0 4,700,000 2034 $13.80 64,848 8 2033 0 2034 0 4,700,000 2035 $13.80 64,848 9 2034 0 2035 0 4,700,000 2036 $13.80 64,848 10 2035 0 2036 0 4,700,000 2037 $13.80 64,848 11 2036 0 2037 0 4,700,000 2038 $13.80 64,848 12 2037 0 2038 0 4,700,000 2039 $13.80 64,848 13 2038 0 2039 0 4,700,000 2040 $13.80 64,848 14 2039 0 2040 0 4,700,000 2041 $13.80 64,848 15 2040 0 2041 0 4,700,000 2042 $13.80 64,848 16 2041 0 2042 0 4,700,000 2043 $13.80 64,848 17 2042 0 2043 0 4,700,000 2044 $13.80 64,848 18 2043 0 2044 0 4,700,000 2045 $13.80 64,848 19 2044 0 2045 0 4,700,000 2046 $13.80 64,848 20 2045 0 2046 0 4,700,000 2047 $13.80 64,848 Totals 4,700,000 0 Future Value of Increment 1,264,530 Notes: 1) Tax rate shown is actual 2025/2026 rate per DOR Form PC-202 (Tax Increment Collection Worksheet). No City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Tax Increment Projection Worksheet Mixed Use July 28, 2026 20 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 27 Financing and Implementation The projects funded through this project plan will be financed both with long - term General Obligation Debt and advances from other funds. Table 3. provides a summary of the District’s financing plan. Table 3 – Financing Plan G.O. Promissory Note 2030 Projects Phase I 325,000 Total Project Funds 325,000 Estimated Finance Related Expenses 57,850 Total Financing Required 382,850 Estimated Interest 3.00% (2,438) Assumed spend down (months) 3 Rounding 4,588 Net Issue Size 385,000 City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Estimated Financing Plan DEBT ISSUES Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 28 Based on the Project Cost expenditures as included within the cash flow exhibit (Table 4) , the District is projected to accumulate sufficient funds by the year 2045 to pay off all Project cost liabilities and obligations. The projected closure is based on the various assumptions noted in this Plan and will vary dependent on actual Project Costs incurred and the actual amount of tax increments collected. Table 4 – Cash Flow Total $385,000 De bt Year Issue Total Service Year 2026 480,000 480,000 0 0 450,000 30,000 480,000 0 0 0 2026 2027 10,000 10,000 0 0 10,000 10,000 0 0 0 2027 2028 32,424 32,424 0 0 10,000 10,000 22,424 22,424 385,000 2028 2029 64,848 64,848 0 0 10,000 10,000 54,848 77,272 385,000 2029 2030 64,848 132,000 325,000 521,848 0 0 325,000 264,119 10,000 599,119 (77,271) 0 385,000 2030 2031 64,848 64,848 26,150 26,150 28,698 10,000 64,848 (0) 0 375,000 2031 2032 64,848 64,848 25,725 25,725 29,123 10,000 64,848 (0) (0) 365,000 2032 2033 64,848 64,848 25,300 25,300 29,547 10,000 64,847 1 0 355,000 2033 2034 64,848 64,848 24,875 24,875 29,973 10,000 64,848 (0) 0 345,000 2034 2035 64,848 64,848 24,450 24,450 30,398 10,000 64,848 (0) (0) 335,000 2035 2036 64,848 64,848 24,025 24,025 30,823 10,000 64,848 (0) (0) 325,000 2036 2037 64,848 64,848 33,388 33,388 21,460 10,000 64,848 0 (0) 305,000 2037 2038 64,848 64,848 32,538 32,538 22,310 10,000 64,848 0 0 285,000 2038 2039 64,848 64,848 31,688 31,688 3,549 10,000 45,237 19,611 19,611 265,000 2039 2040 64,848 64,848 40,625 40,625 10,000 50,625 14,223 33,834 235,000 2040 2041 64,848 64,848 39,350 39,350 15,000 54,350 10,498 44,332 205,000 2041 2042 64,848 64,848 38,075 38,075 10,000 48,075 16,773 61,104 175,000 2042 2043 64,848 64,848 36,800 36,800 10,000 46,800 18,048 79,152 145,000 2043 2044 64,848 64,848 35,525 35,525 10,000 45,525 19,323 98,475 115,000 2044 2045 64,848 64,848 34,250 34,250 10,000 44,250 20,598 119,073 85,000 2045 2046 64,848 64,848 42,763 42,763 10,000 52,763 12,085 131,158 45,000 2046 2047 64,848 64,848 45,956 45,956 20,000 65,956 (1,109) 130,049 0 2047 Totals 1,264,530 132,000 490, 000 325,000 2,211,530 561,481 561,481 775,000 490,000 255,000 2,081,481 Totals Notes: City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Cash Flow Projection Advance from Other Funds Property Sales Tax Increments Debt Proceeds Ongoing Planning & A dministratio Projected Expenditures Liabilities Outstanding PROJECTED CLOSURE YEAR Projected Revenues Total Revenues Balances Capital Projects Repayment of Advances 2030 G.O. Promissory Note Total Expenditures Annual Cumulative Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 29 SECTION 10: Annexed Property A tax incremental district cannot include annexed territory unless at least three years have elapsed since the annexation, or certain other requirements are met. None of the property within the proposed District boundary was annexed during the past three years. SECTION 11: Estimate of Property to Be Devoted to Retail Business Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(5)(b), the City estimates that less than 35% of the territory within the District will be devoted to retail business at the end of the District’s maximum expenditure period. SECTION 12: Proposed Changes of Zoning Ordinances, Master Plan, Map, Building Codes and City Ordinances Zoning Ordinances The proposed Plan is in general conformance with the City’s current zoning ordinances. Individual properties may require rezoning at the time of development. Land within the District zoned industrial at the time of District creation will remain in a zoning classification suitable for industrial sites for the life of the District. Master (Comprehensive) Plan and Map The proposed Plan is in general conformance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan identifying the area as appropriate for industrial development. Building Codes and Ordinances Development within the District will be required to conform to State Building Codes and will be subject to the City's permitting and inspection procedures. The proposed Plan conforms to all relevant State and local ordinances, plans, and codes. No changes to the existing regulations are proposed or needed. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 30 SECTION 13: Statement of the Proposed Method for the Relocation of any Persons to be Displaced Should implementation of this Plan require relocation of individuals or business operations, relocations will be handled in compliance with Wis. Stat. Chapter 32 and Wis. Admin. Code ADM 92. SECTION 14: How Creation of the Tax Incremental District Promotes the Orderly Development of the City Creation of the District and the implementation of the projects in its Plan will promote the orderly development of the City by creating new industrial sites , providing necessary public infrastructure improvements, providing appropriate financial incentives for private development projects . Through use of tax increment financing, the City can attract new investment that results in increased tax base. Development will occur in an orderly fashion in accordance with approved plans so that the Projects will be compatible with adjacent land uses. Development of new uses in the District will add to the tax base and will generate positive secondary impacts in the community such as increased employment opportunities and maintaining large industries in the City. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 31 SECTION 15: List of Estimated Non-Project Costs Non-project costs are public works projects which only partly benefit the District. Costs incurred that do not benefit the District may not be paid with tax increments. Examples of non-project costs are: • A public improvement made within the District that also benefits property outside the District. That portion of the total Project Costs allocable to properties outside of the District would be a non -project cost. • A public improvement made outside the District that only partially benefits property within the District. That portion of the total Project Costs allocable to properties outside of the District would be a non - project cost. • Projects undertaken within the District as part of the implementation of this Project Plan, the costs of which are paid fully or in part by impact fees, grants, special assessments, or revenues other than tax increments. The Plan includes the following non-project costs: Project ID Project Name/Type Non-Project Costs Est. Timing 1 New Drinking Well 1,550,000 2027 5 Water Main Reroute 2028 6 Sanitary Force Main 1,350,000 2027 11 WWTP Facility Plan 100,000 2026 9 New Road Construction 2028 11 WWTP Upgrades 34,900,000 2030 8 Terciary Effluent Filtration 4,500,000 2027 12 WPS Gas Main 2027 Interest on Long Term Debt Financing Costs Ongoing Planning & Administrative Costs Total Projects 42,400,000 City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 Detailed List of Estimated Project Costs Est. Cost Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 32 SECTION 16: Legal Opinion Advising Whether the Plan is Complete and Complies with Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(4)(f) Legal Opinion Found on Following Page. Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 33 Tax Incremental District No. 11 Project Plan City of Plymouth Prepared by Ehlers Page | 34 SECTION 17: Calculation of the Share of Projected Tax Increments Estimated to be Paid by the Owners of Property in the Overlying Taxing Jurisdictions The following projection is provided to meet the requirements of Wis. Stat. § 66.1105(4)(i)4. Revenue Year Sheboygan County City of Plymouth School District of Plymouth Lakeshore Technical College Total Revenue Year 2028 7,149 11,448 12,672 1,155 32,424 2028 2029 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2029 2030 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2030 2031 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2031 2032 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2032 2033 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2033 2034 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2034 2035 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2035 2036 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2036 2037 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2037 2038 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2038 2039 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2039 2040 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2040 2041 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2041 2042 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2042 2043 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2043 2044 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2044 2045 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2045 2046 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2046 2047 14,297 22,897 25,343 2,311 64,848 2047 Totals 278,794 446,484 494,197 45,056 1,264,530 Estimated portion of taxes that owners of taxable property in each taxing jurisdiction overlaying district would pay by jurisdiction. City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Increment District No. 11 City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Incremental District No. 11 Common Council Resolution RESOLUTION NO. ___________ RESOLUTION CREATING TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 11, APPROVING ITS PROJECT PLAN AND ESTABLISHING ITS BOUNDARIES CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN WHEREAS, the City of Plymouth (the “City”) has determined that use of Tax Incremental Financing is required to promote development and redevelopment within the City; and WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 11 (the “District”) is proposed to be created by the City as an industrial district in accordance with the provisions of Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105 (the "Tax Increment Law"); and WHEREAS, a Project Plan for the District has been prepared that includes: a. A statement listing of the kind, number and location of all proposed public works or improvements within the District, or to the extent provided in Wisconsin Statutes Section s 66.1105(2)(f)1.k. and 66.1105(2)(f)1.n., outside of the District; b. An economic feasibility study; c. A detailed list of estimated project costs; d. A description of the methods of financing all estimated project costs and the time when the related costs or monetary obligations are to be incurred; e. A map showing existing uses and conditions of real property in the District; f. A map showing proposed improvements and uses in the District; g. Proposed changes of zoning ordinances, master plan, map, building codes and City ordinances; h. A list of estimated non-project costs; i. A statement of the proposed plan for relocation of any persons to be displaced; j. A statement indicating how the District promotes the orderly development of the City; k. An opinion of the City Attorney or of an attorney retained by the City advising that the plan is complete and complies with Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105(4)(f).; and WHEREAS, prior to its publication, a copy of the notice of public hearing was sent to the chief executive officers of Sheboygan County, the Plymouth Joint School District, and the Lakeshore College, and any other entities having the power to levy taxes on property located within the District, in accordance with the procedures specified in the Tax Increment Law; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the procedures specified in the Tax Increment Law, the Plan Commission, on July 9, 2026 held a public hearing concerning the project plan and boundaries and proposed creation of the District, providing interested parties a reasonable opportunity to express their views thereon; and WHEREAS, after said public hearing, the Plan Commission designated the boundaries of the District, adopted the Project Plan, and recommended to the Common Council that it create such District and approve the Project Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Plymouth that: 1. The boundaries of the District that shall be named "Tax Incremental District No. 11, City of Plymouth", are hereby established as specified in Exhibit A of this Resolution. City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Incremental District No. 11 Common Council Resolution 2. The District is created effective as of January 1, 2026. 3. The Common Council finds and declares that: (a) Not less than 50% by area of the real property within the District is suitable for industrial sites within the meaning of Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1101 and has been zoned for industrial use. (b) Based upon the finding stated in 3.a. above, the District is declared to be an industrial district based on the identification and classification of the property included within the District. (c) The improvement of such area is likely to enhance significantly the value of substantially all of the other real property in the District. (d) The equalized value of the taxable property in the District plus the value increment of all other existing tax incremental districts within the City, does not exceed 12% of the total equalized value of taxable property within the City. (e) That there are no parcels to be included within the District that were annexed by the City within the preceding three-year period. (f) The City estimates that less than 35% of the territory within the District will be devoted to retail business at the end of the District’s maximum expenditure period, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105(5)(b). (g) The project costs relate directly to promoting industrial development in the District consistent with the purpose for which the District is created. (h)Any real property within the District that is found suitable for industrial sites and is zoned for industrial use will remain zoned for industrial use for the life of the District. 4. The Project Plan for "Tax Incremental District No. 11, City of Plymouth" (see Exhibit B) is approved, and the City further finds the Plan is feasible and in conformity with the master plan of the City. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to apply to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, in such form as may be prescribed, for a "Determination of Tax Incremental Base", as of January 1, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of Wisconsin Statutes Section 66.1105(5)(b). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT pursuant to Section 66.1105(5)(f) of the Wisconsin Statutes that the City Assessor is hereby authorized and directed to identify upon the assessment roll returned and examined under Wisconsin Statutes Section 70.45, those parcels of property which are within the District, specifying thereon the name of the said District, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to make similar notations on the tax roll made under Section 70.65 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Adopted this _________ day of _______________, 2026. City of Plymouth, Wisconsin Tax Incremental District No. 11 Common Council Resolution Mayor City Clerk EXHIBIT A - LEGAL BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION OR MAP OF TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 11 CITY OF PLYMOUTH [INCLUDED WITHIN PROJECT PLAN] EXHIBIT B - PROJECT PLAN [DISTRIBUTED SEPARATELY] City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator/Utilities Manager RE: Approval of Resolution No. 19 for Support for the Plymouth Public Library Renovation Project Background: In January 2025, the Common Council adopted Resolution No. 1 of 2025, formally establishing the Ad Hoc Library Repair, Renovation, and Expansion Committee. The Committee’s purpose is to evaluate the immediate, mid-term, and long-term needs of the Library and provide a report to the Library Board and Common Council by July 31, 2026, outlining recommended repairs, renovations, and expansion needs. The Committee’s initial focus was on the Library’s immediate and mid- term needs. Several immediate repair items were included in the City’s 2026 budget. However, to properly plan for additional improvements and avoid duplicative work, the Committee issued a request for proposals in June 2025 for an Interior Renovation Master Plan. The plan focuses on ADA accessibility improvements, a redesigned entrance, safety enhancements to the Children’s Pit, and other needed repairs. It also includes planning for additional study rooms, enhancements to the multipurpose meeting room, and the refurbishment or replacement of the elevator. The RFP specified that the work should build upon the planning already completed. In fall 2025, the Common Council hired Somerville Architects to complete the master plan. The Library Board reviewed Somerville’s recommendations in June 2026 and recommended the plan to the Common Council. Somerville subsequently presented the draft plan to the Common Council in June 2026. To support future fundraising efforts, the Library Foundation has requested that the Common Council consider a resolution of support for the project at an upcoming meeting. A draft resolution is included as Attachment 1. Initial discussion at the Common Council was held on July 14 and direction was to proceed with this at an upcoming council meeting for consideration. The resolution was shared with the Library Board, who had no comments. The proposed resolution is non- binding from a project financing standpoint. However, it would provide direction to City and Library staff to continue advancing the project and would allow the Library Foundation to begin more formal fundraising efforts. The resolution establishes a fundraising goal of $2 million for the Library Foundation and anticipates that construction would begin no earlier than 2028. If considered independently, the estimated annual cost to the owner of an average Plymouth property would be approximately $24.29 per year if the City financed $4 million of the project. This does not necessarily mean property owners would experience a direct annual increase of $24.29. Any borrowing would be incorporated into the City’s broader financing strategy, which accounts for existing debt being repaid and seeks to maintain generally stable tax impacts related to borrowing through the use of abated debt. Based on the City’s current debt schedule, an issuance of approximately $4 million in 2028 is not projected to result in a debt-related tax increase for the owner of an average property over twenty years. The current city debt obligations in conjunction with the library project will be reviewed at the meeting. Strategic Plan Alignment: The Library Renovation Project advances the following key goal from the City’s 2023– 2026 Strategic Plan: • Enhanced Quality of Life Recommendation: Approve of Resolution No. 19 Attachments: 1. Resolution No. 19 CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN COMMON COUNCIL 1 CITY OF PLYMOUTH RESOLUTION NO. ___ OF 2026 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY RENOVATION PROJECT WHEREAS, the Plymouth Public Library is an important community resource that provides educational, informational, technological, and recreational services to residents of the City of Plymouth and the surrounding area; and WHEREAS, in January 2025, the Common Council adopted Resolution No. 1 of 2025, establishing the Ad Hoc Library Repair, Renovation, and Expansion Committee to evaluate the immediate, mid- term, and long- term needs of the Plymouth Public Library; and WHEREAS, the Ad Hoc Library Repair, Renovation, and Expansion Committee, the Plymouth Library Board, City staff, and Somerville Architects have reviewed the condition, functionality, accessibility, safety, and future needs of the Library facility; and WHEREAS, the proposed Library renovation project is intended to address identified facility needs, including accessibility improvements, a redesigned entrance, safety enhancements to the Children's Pit, additional study rooms, improvements to the multipurpose meeting room, elevator improvements, and other necessary repairs and renovations; and WHEREAS, the Plymouth Library Board has reviewed the renovation recommendations and recommended that the Common Council support continued planning for the proposed project; and WHEREAS, the Plymouth Library Foundation desires to undertake a fundraising campaign to support the proposed Library renovation project and reduce the amount of public funding that may be required; and WHEREAS, the Common Council recognizes that a formal expression of support will assist the Plymouth Library Foundation in communicating the City's interest in the project and pursuing private donations, grants, and other funding opportunities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Plymouth that it supports the continued planning and fundraising efforts for the Plymouth Public Library renovation project. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Common Council supports advancing the project toward implementation after confirmation that at least Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) has been raised or formally committed from private donations, grants, foundation contributions, or other non- City funding sources. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that it is anticipated that construction shall not begin before January 1, 2028, and shall remain subject to future Common Council approval of the final project scope, budget, funding plan, financing, contracts, and construction schedule. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution is an expression of support and does not appropriate City funds, authorize borrowing, approve construction contracts, or obligate the City to a specific financial contribution. Adopted this ___ day of __________________, 2026. __________________________________ Donald Pohlman, Mayor __________________________________ Anna Voigt, City Clerk City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Cathy Austin, Director of Public Works RE: 2026 STH 57 Watermain Extension – Construction Award On July 22, 2026 the City of Plymouth opened bids for the STH 57 Watermain Extension Project. Four (4) bids were received, with PTS Contractors, Inc. being the lowest bidder. A summary of the bid results is as follows: Contractor Bid Amount PTS Contractors, Inc $786,000.00 Kruczek Construction Inc. $788,788.00 Dorner Inc. $803,795.00 Zignego Company, Inc. $958,688.04 The project will be extending watermain from Pilgrim Road, east crossing STH 57, and then extending north to existing watermain located north of County Road PP. This new watermain will service the Sargento Project that is currently under construction. Funding This project was included in the 2026 Capital Borrowing and there are adequate funds to cover this project. Bids have come in below the engineers’ estimate used for the borrowing (~$2,000,000). Once total project costs ( easement acquisition, legal costs, engineering) are finalized the remaining borrowing costs can be reallocated to other infrastructure projects. 75% of the f unding for this project w ill be covered by TID#9 as part of the Sargento Development Agreement. 25% of the project will be paid for by the Water Utility. Recommendation It is recommended that the project be awarded to PTS Contractors, Inc. for a total bid amount of $786,000.00. STH 57 Water Main Extension (#10252541) Owner: Plymouth Utilities Solicitor: Kapur 07/22/2026 09:00 AM CDT Item Code Item Description UofM Quantity Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension 625.0100 Topsoil SY 13000 $7.00 $91,000.00 $6.25 $81,250.00 $6.80 $88,400.00 $5.95 $77,350.00 628.1504 Silt Fence LF 5050 $2.00 $10,100.00 $2.50 $12,625.00 $2.80 $14,140.00 $1.95 $9,847.50 628.2008 Erosion Mat Urban Class I Type B SY 13000 $3.00 $39,000.00 $2.00 $26,000.00 $2.30 $29,900.00 $1.85 $24,050.00 628.7504 Temporary Ditch Checks LF 30 $9.00 $270.00 $11.00 $330.00 $18.00 $540.00 $7.95 $238.50 628.7560 Tracking Pads EACH 2 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 $1,075.00 $2,150.00 $1,649.00 $3,298.00 $2,000.00 $4,000.00 629.0210 Fertilizer Type B CWT 10 $91.00 $910.00 $100.00 $1,000.00 $152.00 $1,520.00 $85.00 $850.00 630.0140 Seeding Mixture No. 40 LB 600 $12.00 $7,200.00 $11.00 $6,600.00 $5.60 $3,360.00 $10.95 $6,570.00 643.5000 Traffic Control (Project) EACH 1 $18,330.00 $18,330.00 $12,000.00 $12,000.00 $6,603.00 $6,603.00 $21,000.00 $21,000.00 SPV.1000 Hydrant Special EACH 5 $6,745.00 $33,725.00 $7,500.00 $37,500.00 $7,713.00 $38,565.00 $9,261.04 $46,305.20 SPV.1001 PVC Hydrant Lead 6-Inch Special LF 35 $174.00 $6,090.00 $74.00 $2,590.00 $85.00 $2,975.00 $304.93 $10,672.55 SPV.1106 Gate Valve & Valve Box 6-Inch Special EACH 5 $2,035.00 $10,175.00 $2,350.00 $11,750.00 $2,384.00 $11,920.00 $4,090.40 $20,452.00 SPV.1108 Gate Valve & Valve Box 8-Inch Special EACH 1 $2,850.00 $2,850.00 $3,333.00 $3,333.00 $3,323.00 $3,323.00 $4,829.60 $4,829.60 SPV.1112 Gate Valve & Valve Box 12-Inch Special EACH 8 $5,125.00 $41,000.00 $5,875.00 $47,000.00 $6,632.00 $53,056.00 $7,641.73 $61,133.84 SPV.1501 PVC Water Main 8-Inch, Excavated Backfill Special LF 10 $212.00 $2,120.00 $202.00 $2,020.00 $156.00 $1,560.00 $304.93 $3,049.30 SPV.1502 PVC Water Main 12-Inch, Excavated Backfill Special LF 2595 $108.00 $280,260.00 $112.00 $290,640.00 $118.00 $306,210.00 $148.91 $3 86,421.45 SPV.1503 PVC Water Main 12-Inch, Bored Steel Casing 30-Inch (0.469" Wall Thickness) Special LF 210 $847.00 $177,870.00 $900.00 $189,00 0.00 $860.00 $180,600.00 $1,019.26 $214,044.60 SPV.1504 PVC Water Main 12-Inch, Horizontal Directional Drill Special LF 225 $276.00 $62,100.00 $280.00 $63,000.00 $257.00 $57,825.00 $30 1.66 $67,873.50 $786,000.00 $788,788.00 $803,795.00 $958,688.04 Zignego Company, INc. Base Bid Total: PTS Contractors, Inc Kruczek Construction Inc. Dorner Inc. City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Cathy Austin, Director of Public Works RE: 2026 DPW Yard Upgrades: Fence and Asphalt Pavement - Construction Award Background: On March 31, 2026, the Committee of the Whole received a presentation on the proposed Department of Public Works Yard Expansion Project. The presentation outlined plans to modernize the City Yard by improving operational efficiencies, expanding DPW storage, installing new fuel tanks, and creating a controlled-access resident drop-off facility that will include new bulk waste and cardboard recycling services while continuing existing yard waste, brush, used oil, battery, and scrap metal drop-off services. The Fence and Asphalt Pavement Project includes: construction of the asphalt pavement , installation of perimeter fencing, and automated access gates. On July 22, 2026 the City of Plymouth opened bids for the DPW Yard Expansion Project. Two (2) bids were received, with Northeast Asphalt, Inc. being the lowest bidder. A summary of the bid results is as follows: Contractor Bid Amount Northeast Asphalt, Inc. $193,356.70 Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc. $278,123.00 Funding Funding for this project was part of 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and is within the allocated amount. Recommendation It is recommended that the project be awarded to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for a total bid amount of $193,356.70. DPW Yard Upgrades: Fence and Asphalt Pavement Project Bid Tabulations Item No. Item Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Bid Price Unit Price Bid Price 1 6-Foot High Heavy-Duty Industrial Chain Link Fence 580 LF 48.35 $ 28,043.00$ 79.50 $ 46,110.00$ 2 20-Foot Wide Cantilever Slide Gate 1 Each 21,720.00$ 21,720.00 $ 28,110.00 $ 28,110.00 $ 3 24-Foot Wide Cantilever Slide Gate 1 Each 22,135.00$ 22,135.00 $ 28,541.00 $ 28,541.00 $ 4 4-Foot Wide Pedestrian Gate 1 Each 4,410.00$ 4,410.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 5 HMA Pavement Type 3 MT 58-28 S 722 Tons 93.70 $ 67,651.40$ 146.00 $ 105,412.00$ 6 HMA Pavement Type 4 MT 58-28 S 433 Tons 108.10$ 46,807.30$ 150.00 $ 64,950.00$ 7 Base Aggregate Dense 1¼-Inch (Undistributed) 100 Tons 25.90 $ 2,590.00$ 25.00 $ 2,500.00$ TOTAL: 193,356.70$ TOTAL: 278,123.00 $ Northeast Asphalt, Inc. Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc. July 22, 2026 Bid Tabs 1 | Page City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 24, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator Utilities Manager. RE: Amendment to Agreement for Professional Services with Ayres Associates Inc. In 2015, the City of Plymouth received a notice from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) requiring that the spillway capacity of the Mill Pond Dam be brought into compliance with NR333.06 within 10 years (by 2025). As part of the 2023 budget, the City included funding to hire an engineering firm to assist in deciding whether to remove the dam completely or make necessary upgrades or replacements to meet DNR regulations. At the Common Council meeting on February 13, 2024, the Council approved Resolution 1 to replace the Mill Pond Dam and Resolution 2, which authorized the City to participate in the Department of Natural Resources Municipal Dam Grant Program. At the same meeting, the Council approved moving forward with the design of the Hydraulic Crest Gate. In early June 2024, the City was awarded an additional matching grant of up to $640,000 for the project by the DNR . An agreement for access on the western edge of the dam was finalized at the September 24, 2024 Common Council Meeting. In February 2025, an update was provided regarding project schedule and in April 2025 an update was provided on final design and cost. In May of 2025, a $227,000 second DNR matching grant was provided given the project cost increases. Since that time the design package was finalized and submitted to the DNR for review. In February 2026, Ayres provided an update on the status of the DNR review process, which had taken longer than initially anticipated due to the need to address several technical regulations in coordination with the DNR. Following that meeting, Ayres conti nued working to update the hydrology model, which was accepted by the DNR in July 2026. The original contract was awarded to Ayres in 2023 with an hourly, not -to-exceed amount of $340,000 (later tweaked to $345,800 because of a minor change to continue hydrology work) for work on the dam project. Given the additional work required over the past year, an amendment is necessary to complete the final design, bidding, and construction inspection phases of the project. The attached amendment totals $98,000. Fortunately, the updated hydrology allows for a reduction in the size of the hydraulic crest gate, which is anticipated to reduce the dam construction cost by approximately $100,000. Updated project schedule: • Ayres to provide the preliminary design package to the City for review: Completed • Ayres to provide the final design package to the City for review: 6/15/25 Completed • Ayres to submit WDNR Ch. 31 permit application for the dam project: 7/1/25 Completed • WDNR permit review period: 7/1/25–10/1/26: Ayres Associates continuing to work with DNR on permit • Bidding period: Fall-2027 • Construction contract in place: 12/31/26 • Mill Pond drawdown for construction: 4/1/27–6/1/27 • Construction: 6/1/27–12/1/27 2 | Page • Mill Pond refill following construction: Spring 2028 (maybe sooner pending completion of project and approval from DNR) Mill Pond Dam Estimated Project Cost: $3.5 million (As of February 2026). Funding Sources: • $1,000,000 State Budget Earmark • $640,000 First WDNR Grant (June 2024) • $227,000 Second WDNR Grant (May 2025) • $1,604,000 City Debt Issuance • Remainder – City Capital Funds (~$29,000) Recommendation: Approve Amendment to Agreement for Professional Services with Ayres Associates Inc. Attachments: • Agreement Page 1 of 3 AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT (2) Amendment dated July 14, 2026 The Agreement for Professional Services made as of March 7, 2024 between City of Plymouth (OWNER) and Ayres Associates Inc., 700 Pilgrim Way, Suite 180, Green Bay, WI 54304 (CONSULTANT) and amended on February 17, 2025 is hereby amended again as set forth below. Reason for Amendment This amendment is required for four reasons: • At the time the Original Agreement was developed, conceptual plans for the improved dam did not anticipate significant construction to the west of the existing overflow spillway because this area is privately owned. During initial design, however, CONSULTANT found that construction of a new, larger approach wall upstream and to the west of the dam was highly desirable for several reasons. For one, a western upstream approach wall will help to prevent flooding of the privately owned property and East Mill Street during large flood events. At the same time, the wall allows the design team to minimize the size of the proposed gated spillway needed to pass flood flows. By minimizing spillway size, this not only saves on construction cost, but it allows the proposed spillway to avoid butting immediately into the adjacent privately owned building. OWNER reached an agreement with the owner of the parcel in 2024 to expand the project footprint into the privately owned parcel, and easements were obtained for temporary and permanent access. CONSULTANT incorporated the upstream approach wall—which includes sheet piling, a concrete cap and parapet, and safety railing—as well as necessary stormwater utilities and partial repaving into the overall dam improvement design. This expansion in scope resulted in significant effort in both design and plan development that was unforeseen at the time the Original Agreement was established. • The Original Agreement stated explicitly that an update to design flood hydrology was not included in the Scope of Services. Rather, design of the improved dam would be based on long- established 100-yr flood hydrology included in the current Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Sheboygan County. CONSULTANT originally designed the proposed dam improvements, at OWNER’s direction, using the FIS hydrology. During the course of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) review of the proposed dam improvement design, it became apparent that the dam’s hazard rating would increase from Low to High following construction due to technicalities contained in Chapter NR 333 of Wis. Stats. As a result of this increase in hazard classification, the dam would be required to pass the 1,000-yr peak flow rate instead of the 100-yr peak flow rate as designed. Passing the 1,000-yr flood based on FIS hydrology was simply not feasible given site constraints and available budget for the project. Therefore, OWNER directed CONSULTANT in February 2026 to proceed with updating the hydrology of the Mullet River watershed above Plymouth Dam to develop more plausible flood flows on which to base design. In response, CONSULTANT undertook a hydrology study which included the compilation and review of historical streamflow and precipitation data from numerous sources, the development of a detailed HEC-HMS rainfall-runoff model of the watershed, model calibration and verification to historical events, simulation of design storms, reporting, and three review iterations with the WDNR. On June 30, 2026, WDNR approved of updated hydrology for the Plymouth Dam. Updated flood flows are significantly lower than those derived from the FIS. For example, the 100-yr flood peak reduces from 3,200 cfs to 1,150 cfs and the 1,000-yr flood peak reduces from 5,100 cfs to 2,500 cfs. These reduced flows will allow the project to move forward within the OWNER’s current budget and site constraints. • With the updated and reduced hydrology, the proposed spillway design capacity can be lowered from 3,200 cfs (the current 100-yr flood peak from the FIS) to 2,500 cfs (the updated 1,000-yr Page 2 of 3 flood peak from the new hydrology study). Preliminary calculations show this capacity reduction can be achieved by reducing the proposed crest gate’s width from 32 ft to 24 ft, which should be accompanied by a significant reduction in construction cost. The rest of the design can likely remain largely unchanged. Minor rework is needed to update design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications to reflect the smaller gate size. • The Original Agreement uses CONSULTANT’s 2024 billing rates. Amending the agreement to use 2026 billing rates is proposed. An updated rate schedule is attached. Amendment to Attachment A – Scope of Services Add the following two new paragraphs: 1.2.7 Update the design flood hydrology for the Mullet River watershed above Plymouth Dam. Document process and findings in a report and coordinate with the WDNR to receive approval. 1.4.5 Modify the final design to pass the 1,000-yr flood from the updated design flood hydrology. In addition, append paragraph 1.3.3 with the following sentence: Design shall also include improvements to the privately-owned parcel adjacent to the west side of the dam to prevent flooding, improve drainage, improve safety, and cut off seepage. Amendment to Attachment B – Period of Services Add the following new paragraph: 4.13 Updated Final Design Phase documents representing modifications to the design to accommodate the updated design flood hydrology will be submitted to the WDNR within 60 calendar days of authorization of Amendment 2. Amendment to Attachment C – Compensation and Payments Amendment 1, dated February 17, 2025, increased the total not-to-exceed contract amount from $340,000 to $345,800. Amendment 2 increases this total not-to-exceed contract amount an additional $98,000 to accommodate the amended scope items described above. This brings the total not-to-exceed contract amount to $443,800. To reflect these changes, delete paragraph 5.1.1.3 in the Original Agreement and replace it with the following: 5.1.1.3 The total compensation for services under paragraph 5.1.1 is estimated to be $443,800 based on the following assumed distribution of compensation: a. Study Phase $34,700 b. Preliminary Design Phase $55,800 c. Final Design Phase $243,300 d. Bidding or Negotiating Phase $16,000 e. Construction Phase $86,000 e. Post-Construction Phase $8,000 There are no other changes to the Original Agreement proposed with this amendment. Page 3 of 3 In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have made and executed this Amendment to Agreement as of the day and year first written above. City of Plymouth Ayres Associates Inc. OWNER CONSULTANT (Signature) (Typed Name) Pete Haug, PE (Title) Manager – Water Resources (Date) July 14, 2026 2026 FEE SCHEDULE DIRECT PROJECT CHARGES Actual costs incurred. Includes subcontractors, analytical services, printing/graphic services, freight and courier services and use of outside vendors for supplies and materials. ASSOCIATED PROJECT CHARGES Associated Project Costs (APC) based on labor fees……………………………………………4.85% APC includes PPE, construction monitoring software, in-house supplies, telecommunications charges, postage (excluding freight costs and courier service), project specific materials and/or small equipment needed, and routine in - house reproduction. Printing and large volume reproduction costs will be invoiced as an outside service. OTHER COSTS Ayres Reimbursable Expense Schedule for company owned equipment, vehicles, and software is attached. In addition, reasonable employee's expenses, including meals and lodging incurred during authorized travel, are billed at actual cost or the current CONUS per diem rate. Automobile rental and airfare costs will be invoiced at actual cost. An administration fee of ten (10) percent will be applied on all direct charges (including subcontractors, travel, direct costs, and service providers). Billing Category ($) Principal $ 320.00 Senior Professional IV $ 280.00 Senior Professional III $ 260.00 Senior Project Manager $ 240.00 Senior Professional II $ 230.00 Senior Professional I $ 220.00 Project Manager II $ 210.00 Project Manager I $ 190.00 Professional VI $ 180.00 Professional V $ 170.00 Professional IV $ 160.00 Professional III $ 150.00 Professional II $ 135.00 Professional I $ 125.00 Engineering Intern $ 90.00 Senior Designer $ 140.00 Designer $ 120.00 SUE Project Manager $ 200.00 Field Supervisor $ 160.00 Crew Chief $ 135.00 Field Technician III $ 125.00 Field Technician II $ 115.00 Field Technician I $ 100.00 Field Intern $ 90.00 Project Controller $ 150.00 Project Accountant $ 125.00 Administrative Assistant $ 110.00 Reimbursable Expense Schedule (Revised May 4, 2025) Policy: It's the policy of Ayres Associates that costs associated with equipment and supplies identified as having been used on a specific project be charged to that project and not to general overhead. All equipment rates are based on actual costs and are reviewed/updated annually. Company-Owned Equipment ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, SAMPLING, TESTING: Groundwater Sampling $3.00 Sample Nuclear Density $100.00 Day Soil Sampling $7.25 Sample Temp/pH Conductivity Meter $11.60 Day Water Level Meter $4.15 Day CONSTRUCTION TESTING AND SAMPLING: Concrete/Testing Equipment $115.00 Day PHOTOGRAMMETRIC AND SURVEYING: Drone – common $130.00 Day Drone - Inspection $1,770.00 Day GPS $110.00 Day High Precision Digital Level $82.20 Day Laser/Automatic Level $45.15 Day Total Station (Robotic) $110.00 Day 360 Camera $50.60 Day Terrestrial LiDAR Station $320.00 Day Geospatial Workstation $9.00 Day SUBSURFACE UTILITY EQUIPMENT: Hammer Drill & Accessories $40.00 Day RD Electronic Locating Device $110.00 Day RD Ground Penetrating Radar $150.00 Day VAC Truck $1,300.00 Day TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION: Miovision Scout VCU $130.00 Day Traffic Counter $73.25 Day TRANSPORTATION: All-Terrain Utility Vehicle (ATV/UTV) $110.00 Day Boat/Motor/Trailer $430.00 Day Company Trucks $1.10 Mile Personal Auto Current IRS Rate City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Sofia Russi-Amador, Administrative Intern RE: Discussion and Possible Action on an Amendment to the USDA Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual Background: Since 2025, the City’s RDA RLF program has been utilized by the following businesses: • Precision Floor and Décor • Scentimental Fragrance Boutique • Thrivent Financial This RLF fund is wholly managed by the RDA and City and used to provide low interest loans to City businesses and startups for expansion, renovation, etc. The current available balance for new loans in this fund is approximately $800,000. In addition to the City’s RDA RLF program, there is also a separate federal RLF program funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that the City has received funds for. The USDA RLF program is operated by providing zero-interest loans to local municipalities in which they pass through to local businesses towards projects that will create and retain employment in rural areas. While this program functions very similar to the City’s RLF, it has not been utilized recently. The current balance of this fund is approximately $400,000. USDA RLF Manual Update: When the City’s USDA RLF fund was established in 2015, the City created a manual which was approved by the USDA and Council. Staff is seeking to update the manual with the purpose of seeking more discretion on specific loan terms passed through to applicants set on a loan by loan basis by the Common Council (similar to the RDA RLF program), as opposed to setting the minimum interest rate the City must charge an applicant at 2%. Staff has reached out to USDA and they explained that Council should first approve any changes to the manual prior to their final approval. Staff Recommendation: Staff request that the Common Council review the changes made to the “Interest Rates” section on page 3 of the USDA’s “Revolving Loan Fund Manual” and approve the changes. Attachments: USDA RLF Manual & Proposed Changes CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN September 22, 2015 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual Program established by USDA-Rural Development under the Rural Economic Development Loan & Grant Program (REDLG). 1 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual | 9/22/2015 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual City of Plymouth, Wisconsin REVOLVING LOAN FUND (RLF) PROGRAM OBJECTIVES The primary purpose of the RLF program is to encourage long-term economic viability of the community by encouraging private and public investment that lead to expanded economic opportunities for the entire community. I. Strengthen and Diversity the Local Economic Base A. Encourage the maintenance and expansion of existing industries and business. B. Promote the attractiveness of Plymouth as a location for new industry and business. C. Promote the utilization of the industrial park, commercial corridors, and redevelopment of key areas. D. Target resources for economic activities that maximize the probability of realizing private investment. E. Support the City of Plymouth economic development strategy and related planning documents when appropriate. F. Reduce unemployment or the potential for job loss and seek opportunities for job growth. II. Maintain and Improve the Downtown Business District A. Encourage public and private efforts to improve the downtown area. B. Encourage the maintenance and expansion of existing downtown businesses. C. Promote the downtown as a vital part of the City of Plymouth. D. Encourage investments that would enhance downtown viability. E. Coordinate activities with the Plymouth Redevelopment Authority (RDA). REVOLVING LOAN FUND (RLF) PROGRAM PRIORITIES First priority will be given to those proposed projects that are located in the downtown business district that lead to redevelopment, revitalization, or rehabilitation of key properties and/or areas. Second priority will be given to those proposed projects located in an industrial park, expansion of existing industry, obtaining new industry, and proposals to use vacant or blighted property in other key targeted areas. REVOLVING LOAN FUND (RLF) POLICY STATEMENTS The Intermediary will accept and consider application for loans from the RLF for projects that will significantly benefit rural areas, without restriction to the Intermediary’s service area or any other area. Intermediary will not condition the approval of a loan from the RLF with the requirement that the prospective recipient take electric service from the Intermediary or any other associated electric utility. The Plymouth Common Council is the sole authority for approval or denial of loans from the RLF and is responsible for all decisions and actions of the RLF. The RLF will be operated and maintained solely by the 2 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual 9/22/2015 Intermediary. It is the intent of the Intermediary that funds from the RLF program serve as seed money to generate economic development. The Intermediary will work with local lenders and others to maximize the leverage of the RLF dollars so that the result is the maximum possible economic development. It is further intended that the Intermediary use the RLF program to supplement, but not compete with, capital that may already exist within the community. LENDING PARAMETERS – ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS Business Ventures, including: Corporations, Partnerships, Sole Proprietorships, Cooperatives Governmental Units, including: Local Municipalities, Regional Authorities, County Government. Other: Nonprofit entities and Tribal Authorities TYPES OF PROJECTS ELIGIBLE FOR RLF FUNDING Projects must create or retain employment or provide needed community facilities and services such as: Industrial/Commercial Development Small Business Expansion or Startup Business Incubators Community Infrastructure Community Facilities Medical Facilities Training/Educational Facilities Tourism TYPES OF PROJECTS/ACTIVITIES INELIGIBLE FOR RLF FUNDING Refinancing of existing debt, or payment to business owners or partners. Projects without any supplemental financing. Activities determined to be for financial investment purposes. General improvement loans related to normal replacement needs of a business and unrelated to business expansion/job creation. Agricultural production costs (i.e., cultivation, production, harvesting). Vehicles used for general purposes or that may be considered for personal use. Projects that are primarily working capital with limited security. Construction projects of an individual residential nature. Illegal activities and legalized activities (e.g. gambling casinos) that in the opinion of the City of Plymouth adversely affect RLF or other city funded interests. Projects in which any director, officer, general manager, or supervisory employee of the Intermediary, or close relative thereof, has a financial interest; projects in which any subsidiary or projects which, based on the judgement of the Common Council, would create a conflict of interest, potential conflict of interest, or any appearance of a conflict of interest. 3 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual | 9/22/2015 TYPES OF FINANCING AVAILABLE Fixed Asset Financing including: Land, buildings, manufacturing equipment, office and work equipment, infrastructure improvements. Working Capital Financing: Available in a limited amount only in conjunction with other RLF or city financing. LOAN TERMS AND CONDITIONS The RLF will not lend more than 50% of the total amount that is needed for a project. The maximum amount of a single loan may not exceed $400,000. The minimum RLF loan amount is $25,000. INTEREST RATES The maximum interest rate for loans made from the RLF is the prime rate as published in the Wall Street Journal on the date of loan closing. A system that considers owner’s equity and risk factors is used to determine the interest rate on each loan. The minimum interest rate will be 2%. The interest rate will be set on a loan-by-loan basis after receiving recommendation by the City of Plymouth RLF Committee and approved by the Common Council. SERVICING FEE A servicing fee will be applicable for all loans. The fee will be one percent (1%) per year of the outstanding principal loan balance on the first day of each year of the loan and will be used to cover the Intermediary’s administrative costs in connection with operation of the RLF. LEGAL FEES The loan recipient will reimburse the Intermediary for all loan closing and legal fees incurred by the Intermediary in connection with the loan. Legal fees will be limited, however, to the actual cost incurred and documented by the City of Plymouth. REPAYMENT TERMS Repayment terms will not exceed ten (10) years. The following maturities will be used as a general guideline: Building or Real Estate Up to 10 years. Equipment 5 to 7 years or depreciable life Working Capital 1 to 3 years The RLF loan committee will provide a recommendation on term options and loan repayment schedules (annual, quarterly, monthly) on a project-by-project basis. SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCING 4 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual 9/22/2015 RLF loans are limited to financing 50% of a project. Supplemental financing of 50% will be required. Evidence of availability of supplemental financing will be required prior to advance of RLF funds. SECURITY The Intermediary will work with the potential borrower to obtain security that id adequate for the term of the loan. The nature of the collateral pledged shall be determined by the RLF loan committee on a project- by-project basis. Generally, security will consist of a first lien position on real property. If the same collateral is used in joint financing, the RLF will require a parity position with other lenders. Other types of security may include: A. Letters of credit from acceptable financial institutions; B. Machinery and equipment which have a developed market; C. Accounts receivable and inventory for short-term loans; and D. Securities issued by the Federal government or its agencies. The loan recipient will be required to maintain fire insurance, and flood insurance if necessary, on secured assets. In some cases, credit life or key man insurance will be required with the RLF as loss payee. Personal guarantees from partners or majority stockholders may be required for all corporate or partnership borrowings where the equity requirement is not met by cash. APPLICATION PROCESS All applicants for RLF funding will be required to complete an application form, providing verifiable data which demonstrates that their proposed projects are economically feasible, sustainable, and will provide benefits to rural areas, either through job creation or infrastructure improvements. APPLICATION SELECTION PROCESS Applications for the RLF loan shall be submitted to the Office of City Administrator/Utilities Manager at City Hall, 128 Smith Street, PO Box 107, Plymouth, WI 53073. Applications may be submitted on a rolling basis and determinations will be made depending on the availability of funds. If funds are not available, submitted applications will be held on file for future consideration. Applications will be evaluated based on the projects merit with final approval by the Plymouth Common Council. Applications are available at the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office during normal business hours. The criteria for selection includes consistency with the program objectives and priorities, number of new jobs (full time), number of retained jobs, the ratio of private funds to loan funds (minimum $1 to $1 match), consistency with area planning documents and economic development plans, project impact in a high priority area, and other applicable factors that will ensure project success. CLOSING AND DISBURSEMENT PROCESS The City of Plymouth will provide the loan agreement, promissory note, collateral/lien/UCC financing statement filing requirements, and disbursement procedures of RLF funds to approved recipients as well as 5 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual | 9/22/2015 documentation needed to support the advance of funds. Funds will not be disbursed until all documents have been reviewed and approved by both the applicant and the City of Plymouth. LOAN MONITORING Loan monitoring will require regular reporting by the loan recipient. This includes, at the option of the Intermediary (City of Plymouth), the following: Annual Income Statement and Balance Sheets – Depending on the nature of the project and security arrangements, the Intermediary reserves the right to require the submission of annual financial reports as audited by a certified public accountant (CPA). Periodic management information reports – Management reports will be required on a semi-annual basis beginning six months after the advance of RLF funds and continuing semi-annually thereafter for a period of 3 years or until completion of the project, whichever is the later period. Management reports will include: information on the number of jobs created or retained during the reporting period; a comparison of accomplishments during the reporting period to the objectives established for the project; and as description of any problems, delays, or adverse conditions which will materially affect the attainment of the planned project objectives and a statement of action taken or contemplated to resolve the situation. The Intermediary reserves the right to require these reports on a more frequent basis if it is determined to be in the best interest of the RLF program. PHONE INTERVIEW & SITE VISITS As a minimum, semi-annually, a representative of the Intermediary will initiate a phone call to the loan recipient to review performance and issues. On-site visits will be conducted annually to verify and evaluate the use of RLF funds. An annual review and report of the outstanding loans of the RLF, including job creation totals and community benefits, will be compiled by the loan committee or designee for presentation to the Common Council. FILE RETENTION ALL RLF files will be retained for a period of not less than two (2) full years after the loan has been paid in full. After two (2) years, the files will be destroyed by shredding or incineration. Files will be secured in a locked, safe place and access will be limited to Intermediary staff with RLF responsibilities only. Other security measures will be initiated as needed to protect confidentiality of loan documents. NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of the City of Plymouth to ensure that all citizens have equal opportunity to participate in and receive the benefits of services, programs, or activities of the City including this RLF program. The Intermediary or City does not discriminate in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual harassment and other sexual misconduct including acts of sexual violence such 6 Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Manual 9/22/2015 as rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and coercion), gender identity and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. AMENDMENTS Amendments to this rural development plan will require the approval of the Common Council. No action will be taken to amend this plan without the prior written approval of RBS, its successors’ or assigns. CERTIFYING OFFICIAL This RLF manual has been approved by the Plymouth Common Council as required under the REDLG program requirements. The undersigned verifies that such action has been taken. _________________________________________ Brian E. Yerges, City Administrator/Utilities Manager City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3745 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: July 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator/utilities Manager RE: Reschedule August 25 Common Council meeting to August 24. Staff recommends rescheduling the regularly scheduled August 25 Common Council meeting to August 24 to accommodate consideration of a potential Police Department staffing referendum. Referendum paperwork must be submitted by August 25. Moving the meeting one day earlier will provide staff with sufficient time to complete and submit the required paperwork if the Common Council decides to proceed with the referendum. Draft referendum language will be prepared and reviewed at the August 11 Common Council meeting. Recommendation Approve changing the August 25 Common Council meeting to August 24.