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CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, APRIL 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, April 21, 2026 B. Approve City and Utility Reports: I. Electric, Water and Sewer Sales Report – March 2026 II. Utility Related Write Offs for April 2026 - $20.78 C. Minutes acknowledged for filing – Plan Commission: March 5 - Police and Fire Commission: April 2 and April 14 – Finance & Personnel Committee: April 14 – Committee of the Whole: April 14 D. Approve Application for Event: Plymouth Chamber of Commerce – Mill Street Festival, to be held July 1 1, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Request Stayer Park Shelter Fee be Waived and Request for Alcohol Allowed in Event Area. E. Approve Application for Event: Plymouth Chamber of Commerce – Pumpkin Walk, to be held October 3 0, 2026 from 5 PM – 7 PM. Request Stayer Park Shelter Fee be Waived. F. Approve Application for Event: Plymouth Chamber of Commerce – Holiday Parade, to be held November 27, 2026 starting at 7 PM. Request for Alcohol Allowed in Event Area. 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. CITIZEN COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS: Announce Mayoral Appointment: A. Police & Fire Commission (5 yr. term) – Neal Moegenburg B. Plan Commission (3 yr. term) – Ron Nicolaus and Jane Meyer Mayoral Appointment requiring Council approval A. Board of Appeals (3 yr. term) – Jane Meyer and Amy Odekirk B. Housing Authority (5 yr. term) – Noel Friederichs C. Library Board (3 yr. term) – Mark Douville and Matt Kaczkowski D. Park Committee (5 yr. term) – Katie Schroeder and Mark Melcher E. Public Safety Committee (Coincident with Mayor) – Al Kranick F. Revolving Loan Committee (3 yr. term) – Derrick Hermmann G. Room Tax Commission (1 yr. term) – Kaushik Patel and (New Chamber Director) 7. Resolutions: A. No. 8 - World Migratory Bird Day Resolution - Mayor Pohlman B. No. 9 – Commendation for Gary Kaiser – Mayor Pohlman 8. New Business: A. Discussion and Possible Action on Insurance Broker Proposal – Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator / Utilities Manager B. Discussion and Possible Action on Annual Street Program Bids: Grove Street – Cathy Austin, Director of Public Works 9. Entertain a Motion to go into Closed Session for the following: Pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (e) deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining require a closed session – Sartori Development Agreement 10. Entertain a motion to go into Open Session 11. Discussion and Possible Action on Closed Session Items 12. Adjourn to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 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 ADA Coordinat or Leah Federwisch, located in the Plymouth Utilities office at 900 County Road PP, Plymouth, WI or call 920-893-3853. CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING 7:30 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 7:45 PM. On the call of the roll, the following were present: Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Mike Penkwitz, John Binder, Dana Haucke, Dave Herrmann, Jeff Tauscheck and Kevin Sande. Also present: City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee and City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Anna Voigt. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Council Meeting Minutes from April 14, 2026: Motion was made Herrmann/Gilson to approve the minutes. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 4. Audience Comments: Citizen comments must be recognized by the mayor or presiding officer and are limited to 3 minutes per person from those signed in on the sheet in the back of the room prior to the start of the meeting: None 5. Adjourn Sine Die: Motion was made Matzdorf/Tauscheck to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 6. Reconvene – roll call: Mayor Pohlman called the meeting to order. On call of the roll, the following Alderpersons were present: Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Mike Penkwitz, John Binder, Dana Haucke, Dave Herrmann, Jeff Tauscheck and Kevin Sande. 7. Oath of Office Mayor: Donald O. Pohlman: Clerk Voigt administered the Oath of Office for the Mayor. Alderpersons: Dana Haucke – District 1, Angie Matzdorf – District 2, John P. Binder – District 3, Mike Penkwitz – District 4: Clerk Voigt administered the Oath of Office for the Alderpersons. 8. Elect Council President: Matzdorf nominated Jeff Tauscheck for Council President, Sande seconded the nomination. Hearing no other nominations, the motion was made by Binder/Haucke to close nominations and unanimous nominate Jeff Tauscheck as Council President. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Announce Mayoral Appointments (1 yr): Mayor Pohlman announced the following appointments A through B. A. Board of Review – Angie Matzdorf, Council President & City Clerk B. Plan Commission – Angie Matzdorf Mayoral Appointments Requiring Council Approval (1 yr): D. Finance/Personnel – Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Jeff Tauscheck, and Mike Penkwitz: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Binder to approve the Finance/Personnel appointments. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. E. Public Works/Utility – Dana Haucke, Kevin Sande, David Herrmann, and John Binder: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Matzdorf to approve the Public Works/Utility appointments. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. F. Library Board – Angie Matzdorf: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Sande to approve the Library appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. G. Parks Committee – Dana Hauke: Motion was made by Tauscheck/Penkwitz to approve the Parks Committee appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. H. Revolving Loan– Diane Gilson and Staff Member City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee: Motion was made by Penkwitz/Tauscheck to approve the Revolving Loan appointments. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. I. Room Tax Tourism Commission – Donald Pohlman, Diane Gilson, and Staff Member City Administrator/Utilities Tim Blakeslee: Motion was made by Binder/Sande to approve the Room Tax appointments. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. J. Community Television (TV 14) – John Binder: Motion was made Gilson/Tauscheck to approve the Community Television appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. K. Redevelopment Authority – Mike Penkwitz: Motion was made Matzdorf/Binder to approve the Redevelopment Authority appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. L. Joint Review Board – Donald Pohlman: Motion was made Tauscheck/Penkwitz to approve the Joint Review Board appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. Appointments by Council (1 yr): M. Public Safety Committee – Dave Herrmann and John Binder: Motion was made by Gilson/Sande to approve the Public Safey appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. N. City Liaison to the PIC Board of Directors – John Binder: Motion was made by Haucke/Tauscheck to approve the appointment. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 10. Adjourn to 7:00 PM on Tue sday, April 28, 2026: Motion was made by Penkwitz/Matzdorf to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. Plymouth Utilities MARCH 2026 SALES & REVENUE March 2026 Electric Sales -2.9% -4.2% 6.9% -10.5% (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) Mar-26 Mar-25 % Var 2.7% -1.5% 3.2% -8.0% (0) 10,000,000 20,000,000 30,000,000 40,000,000 50,000,000 10. Residential 12. Co mmercial 13. Industrial 14. Other YTD Electric Sales (kwH) March YTD 2026 March YTD 2025 % Var March 2026 Electric Revenue 17.1% 17.0% 26.9% 5.7% $0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 10. Residenti al 12. Commercial 13. Industrial 14. Other Month Electric Revenue Mar-26 Mar-25 % Var 19.0% 16.1% 20.3% 10.7% $0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000 10. Residenti al 12. Commercial 13. Industrial 14. Other YTD Electric Revenue March YTD 2026 March YTD 2025 % Var March 2026 Water Revenue -1.7% 5.6% -0.2% -14.1% -22.6% 1.6% $0 $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000 $60,000 $70,000 $80,000 20. Residential 21. Mu ltifamily22. Co mmercial23. Industrial 24. Other 25. Fire Protect Month Water Revenue Mar-26 Mar-25 % Var 0.2% 5.1% 0.4% 3.6% -11.0% 1.4% $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 20. Residential 21. Mu ltifamily22. Co mmercial23. Industrial 24. Other 25. Fire Protect YTD Water Revenue March YTD 2026 March YTD 2025 % Var March 2026 Sewer Revenue -1.7% 5.4% -44.1% -28.0% $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 Mar-26 Mar-25 % Var 0.1% 4.4% -2.4% -11.3% $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000 $350,000 30. Residential 32. Co mmercial 33. Industrial 34. Other YTD Sewer Revenue March YTD 2026 March YTD 2025 % Var Electric $6,458,523 84% Water $585,205 7% Sewer $673,237 9% 2026 Utility Revenue Page: 1Transaction Register - Writeoffs for Council- CJRPLYMOUTH UTILITIES Apr 24, 2026 8:16AMDates: 03/13/2026 - 04/22/2026 Report Criteria: Selected types: Write Off Name Customer Number Type Reference Number Description Check Number Amount Msg Service Write Off 03/19/2026 SCHAFER, JASON 18.87.25823.29 Write 1 Write-off 2.04- M PNL ELEC HOUSING AUTHORITY 12.88.17149.14 Write 2 Write-off .12- M PNL ELEC Total 03/19/2026: 2.16- 04/02/2026 NORTH SHORE SHEB PR 17.87.02379.20 Write 1 WRITE-OFF 1.37- M Multiple Total 04/02/2026: 1.37- 04/17/2026 HEPBURN, SARAH 1.88.62245.09 Write 1 Write-off .50- M EL RS CU Total 04/17/2026: .50- 04/20/2026 FUENTES, ALEXIS JOSE 17.88.23144.33 Write 1 WRITE-OFF - IN HOUSE 16.75- M Multiple Total 04/20/2026: 16.75- Total Write Off: 20.78- Grand Totals: 20.78- Msg: M= Manually Allocated F= Final Bill City of Plymouth Plan Commission OFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Pohlman called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM on March 5, 2026. The following members were present: Jane Meyer, Jeremy Schellin, Jeremy Schmitz, Ron Nicolaus, John Wyatt, and Angie Matzdorf. Also present: Assistant City Administrator/Community Development Director Jack Johnston 1.) Call to Order & Roll Call: Mayor Pohlman called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. The meeting began with a roll call of the Plan Commission. 2.) Approval of Minutes from February 5, 2026. Motion was made by Wyatt /Schellin to approve the minutes. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 3.) Site Plan Seeking Approval; 1500 Douglas Drive, Plymouth Intergenerational Coalition LTD, for the construction of a 720 square foot detached garage. Schultz (enclosure) Kendall Schultz, on behalf of Generations, has submitted an application to construct a 24’ by 30’ storage garage on the north side of the existing parking lot at Generations located at 1500 Douglas Drive. The garage will be used to store some lawn and snow removal equipment, as well as vehicles owned by Generations. B-2 zoning does not have setbacks, so the placement of the garage is conforming. The garage will not impede the flow of traffic in the parking lot. PMC 13-1-173 requires that Plan Commission review and approve a site plan for any new building or zoning permit in the B- 2 district prior to issuing a building permit. Mr. Schultz was present for the meeting explaining that the garage would be used to store lawn care equipment as well as vehicles that Generations owns. Plymouth High School students would be assisting in the construction of the garage. Motion was made by Nicolaus /Schmitz to approve the site plan review application for the 720 square foot detach garage at 1500 Douglas Drive. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 4.) City of Plymouth Certified Survey Map Recommendation; West Stafford Street parking lot. Kapur Engineering/Johnston (enclosure) In 2025, the City purchased a portion of numerous properties that make up the existing West Stafford Street parking lot in order to rebuild it and create a new, cohesive city -owned parking lot that will serve the future Henry Christopher Hotel, businesses, nearby residents, and customers along Mill Street. The new parking lot will add approximately 50 new parking spaces downtown and is engineered to be safer and have better overall traffic flow. Preliminary work is expected to begin April 1 with electric work (weather dependent) with lot reconstruction taking place over the summer. The final asphalt layer is expected in 2027. At this time, the City’s consulting engineers from Kapur have prepared a new one- lot CSM to delineate the new City-owned parking lot and create a new parcel for it. Commissioner Schellin asked about alternate parking options for residents during the construction and the general expectation of when the parking lot project would be completed. Assistant City Administrator Johnston explained the bulk of the project would be completed in the summer of 2026, with the final asphalt layer being put down in 2027 after heavy equipment for the adjacent hotel project is off -site. The East Stafford Street parking lot parking restrictions are going to be relaxed. Additionally, the hotel contractors will be finding alternative parking once summer comes to alleviate some stress in that area. Motion was made by Schmitz/Nicolaus to recommend approval of the certified survey map for the West Stafford Street parking lot, with reviewing engineers comments addressed. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 5.) Comprehensive Plan Amendment Resolution; from Commercial to Residential; parcel number 59271827944, encompassing ~5.88 acres of land. Parish Engineering (enclosure) In December of 2025, the Plan Commission reviewed a concept plan for a six building, 12- unit owner-occupied condominium plan along the east side of Pleasant View Road next to the existing Pleasant View Townhomes development. Following positive feedback from the Plan Commission at that meeting, the applicants have engaged with Parish Engineering to plan the site and are beginning to seek City zoning approvals as the site is fully planned and engineered. The first step in the zoning approval process is a comprehensive plan amendment and re-zone for the property. Assistant City Administrator Johnston explained items #5 and #6 are part of the same project. This item dealt with only the comp plan amendment. Kacey Calvey was present for the meeting and thanked the Plan Commission for their time. He explained that they are excited for this project. They are in the process of working through site plan engineering and would like to get some more information on the existing stormwater pond to ensure their development can be served by it and provide that information to the City. Assistant City Administrator Johnston offered to coordinate a meeting between their team and the City Engineer. Motion by Nicolaus/Wyatt to approve the Comprehensive Plan Resolution; changing parcel number 59271827944 from commercial to residential on the existing and future land use map. The formal ordinance would then be considered by the Common Council at a future meeting. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 6.) Property Seeking Rezoning Recommendation; A petition to rezone ~5.88 acres of land on tax parcel 59271827944 from PUD Planned Unit Development to R-3 Two- Family Residential District. Parish Engineering (enclosure) This item continues from item #5. Assistant City Administrator Johnston explained that a positive motion on this item would recommend the Common Council approve a rezone from PUD to R-3 two-family residential. Motion by Nicolaus/Schellin to recommend the Common Council approve a rezoning petition for parcel number 59271827944 from PUD Planned Unit Development to R -3 Two-Family Residential District. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 7.) Property Seeking Rezoning Recommendation; A petition to rezone ~6.875 acres of land on tax parcel 59271821085 from R-4 Multi-Family Residential District to R-5 Traditional Family District. Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (enclosure) In April of 2025, the Plan Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 94- lot single family residential subdivision along Pleasant View Road by the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC). The Plan Commission also approved a two- lot CSM and rezone for a separate multi-family development on the southern side of the property to be undertaken by a separate developer. Presently, SCEDC has informed staff that the multi -family development is no longer being considered. As a result, SCEDC is now proposing to rezone the southern lot from R-4 Multi- Family Residential to R- 5 Traditional Neighborhood in order to match the lot to the north. They have since redesigned the preliminary plat from 94 homes to 102 homes given that the southern lot is now available. That is expected to be reviewed as early as the April Plan Commission meeting. Dave Biebel and Matthew Boekenhauer were present for the meeting to answer any questions of the Plan Commission. Mayor Pohlman asked for verification that a rezone for this property would then match the base zoning for the larger SCEDC piece to the north. Assistant City Administrator Johnston verified this. Motion by Nicolaus/Schellin to recommend the Common Council approve a rezoning petition for parcel number 59271821085 from R-4 Multi-Family Residential District to R-5 Traditional Family District. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 8.) Possible motion; to move April Plan Commission meeting to Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6 pm. Motion by Schellin/Nicolaus to move the April Plan Commission meeting to Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6 pm. Upon call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 9.) Communication – Letters, E-mails, or reports Related to the Plan Commission (Chairman, Secretary, Plan Commission Members, City of Plymouth Staff/Alderpersons) Assistant City Administrator Johnston reported that both TID 9 and TID 10 had approved JRB approval and had been sent to the DOR for review and approval. 10.) Adjournment Motion by Nicolaus/Schmitz to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 pm. Motion carried via a roll call vote. Meeting adjourned. 1 City of Plymouth Police and Fire Commission Meeting Tuesday, April 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 Warren Wieser, Gary Rooker, Tim Lemkuil, Police Chief Ken Ruggles, Deputy Police Chief Matt Starker, Assistant Fire Chiefs Michael Birscbach and Jason McCoy. Guest Zoom: James Klug City of Plymouth Fire Chief candidate, Jay Shambeau, and Paul Stephens - Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) Representatives. 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 Gary Rooker to approve the Police and Fire Commission meeting minutes of March 9, 2026. Motion carried. Entertain a motion to go into closed session – Fire Department Chief Interviews. A motion by Warren Wieser and second by James Flanagan to enter closed session. Motion carried. Entertain a motion to go into open session: A motion by James Flanagan and second by Warren Wieser to enter open session. Motion carried. Discussion, and possible action regarding the Fire Chief position: Motion by James Flanagan and second by Warren Wieser to approve James Klug as the City of Plymouth Fire Chief. Motion carried. 2 Adjourn: President, Mark Melcher asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion for adjournment at 8:50 A.M.by Warren Wieser and second by Gary Rooker. Motion carried. Submitted on the Second of April 2026. Warren Wieser--- Secretary 1 City of Plymouth Police and Fire Commission Meeting Tuesday, April 14, 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 Warren Wieser, Gary Rooker, Tim Lemkuil, Police Chief Ken Ruggles, Deputy Police Chief Matt Starker, Co-acting Fire Chiefs Michael Birscbach (Phone). 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 Gary Rooker to approve the Police and Fire Commission meeting minutes of April 2, 2026. Motion carried. Report from Police Chief Ken Ruggles 1 – Deputy Police Chief, Starker updated commission members on Police department training efforts and his own attendance at various training courses. This included K9 training, drone training, live fire training, and many others. 2 - Deputy Police Chief Starker showed an updated City Of Plymouth Emergency plan. The emergency plan is by department, i.e., Plymouth Utilities, Public Library, Plymouth City Hall, etc. The old emergency services plan from 2006. 3 - Police Chief Ruggles reported he has had phone conservation with newly hired Fire Chief, James Klug. 4 – Police Chief explained newly hired Fire Chief, James Klug has exchanged emails with Co-acting Fire Chiefs, Mike Birschbach, and Jason McCoy. 5 – Police Chief Ruggles reported new hired Plymouth Police Department assistant, Sandy, is working well. 2 6 – Police Chief Ruggles updated commission members on two different investigations with sex offenders moving into the community and may not be following city ordinances. 7– Police Chief Ruggles explained to commission members a new software using smart phone scheduling of staffing, vacations, and many others related areas. This makes good use of smart phone technology and will eliminate old in-house systems, and paper calendars. 8 – Police Chief Ruggles explained to commission continuing communications issues with District Attorney’s Office in Sheboygan. District Attorney’s Office has been not responsive and appear to turn down good city of Plymouth policing efforts and reporting of those efforts. This is not a new problem. Review of Police Department staffing and the survey being distributed to city residents: Police Chief Ruggles handed out to commission members a Police Department Staffing Plan that he prepared for Tim Blaseslee, City Administrator. Since time was of essence, limited discussion at this time. This will be an agenda item at future meetings. Update - Police Department grievance: Pollice Chief Ruggles explained an ongoing grievance. This grievance is with the Police Union and the city of Plymouth. The grievance is the allocation of overtime within the City of Police Department. Chief Ruggles explained that City Administrator, Tim Blakese, agrees with Police Chief position. As of now, this grievance is going to move to arbitration. Discussion on Fire Department promotional process and open position: This was lengthy discussion between Co acting Fire chief Birschbach, Police chief Ruggles and commissions members. After good discussion, it was decided this issue will be dealt with by new Fire Chief, James Klug, and commission members. This will be future agenda item. Report from Co Acting Fire Cief – Mike Birschbach. 1 – Co-acting Fire Chief Birschbach is still waiting to hear from newest candidate to be interviewed by Police and Fire Commission members. Tentative interview date is still April 22, 2026, but needs to be confirmed. 2 - Co-acting Fire Chief Birschbach provided an update to commission members on the Co-acting Chiefs decision to start the enforcement of an established Fire Department policy that requires minimum attendance at fire department meetings. This was brought to the attention of the Police and Fire Commission 3 on January 6, 2026, meeting. This required difficult conservations with some members who are not meeting the minimum requirements. In summary, it is anticipated that at least 4 and maybe six will retire or make a decision that cannot meet the minimum requirements. This is a minimum six-month effort to bring fire department members in compliance with minimum requirements policy to be a member of Plymouth Fire Department. 3 - Co-acting Fire chief Birschbach reported that recent interview candidate, Chloe, is waiting for doctor approval before she can go on board with the fire department. 4 – Co-acting Fire Chief Birschbach reported all fire equipment out for repair should be returned next week. 5 – Co-acting Fire Chief Birschbach is starting an initial budget in anticipation of new Fire Chief, James Klug, arriving in early June 2026. 6 – Co-acting Fire Chief Birschbach continued a previous meeting discussion on future organizational officer structure. This will be an ongoing process and will be part of new fire chief input. Adjourn: President, Mark Melcher asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion for adjournment at 9:51 A.M.by Tim Lemkuil and second by Warren Wieser. Motion carried. Submitted on the Fourteenth of April 2026. Warren Wieser--- Secretary UNOFFICAL MINUTES FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE OF THE PLYMOUTH COMMON COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 128 SMITH STREET CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 @ 6:15 PM 1. Call to Order and Roll Call.: Chairperson Penkwitz called the meeting to order at 6:15 PM. On the call of the roll, the following were present: Mayor Pohlman, Angie Matzdorf, Diane Gilson, Jeff Tauscheck, and Mike Penkwitz. Also present: Dave Herrmann, Kevin Sande, John Binder, City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee, Police Chief Ken Ruggles and City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Anna Voigt. 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes for March 24 , 2026 meeting: Motion was made by Gilson/Pohlman to approve the minutes from March 24. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 3. Motion to go into Closed Session: Motion was made by Pohlman/Matzdorf to go into closed session. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 4. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (c) for considering, employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility – Discussion on updated 2026 Wage Resolution 5. Motion to go into Open Session: Motion was made by Pohlman/Gilson to go into open session. Upon the call of the roll, all voted aye. Motion carried. 6. Adjournment: Motion was made by Pohlman/Matzdorf to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. Resolution No. _ of 2026 World Migratory Bird Day Resolution  Whereas, migratory birds are some of the most beautiful and easily observed wildlife that share our communities, and  Whereas, many citizens recognize and welcome migratory songbirds as symbolic harbingers of spring, and  Whereas, these migrant species also play an important economic role in our community, controlling insect pests and generating millions in recreational dollars statewide, and  Whereas, migratory birds and their habitats are declining throughout the Americas, facing a growing number of threats on their migration routes and in both their summer and winter homes, and  Whereas, public awareness and concern are crucial components of migratory bird conservation, and  Whereas, citizens enthusiastic about birds, informed about the threats they face, and empowered to help address those threats can directly contribute to maintaining health bird populations, and  Whereas, since 1993 World Migratory Bird Day (formerly International Migratory Bird Day) has become a primary vehicle for focusing public attention on the nearly 350 species that travel between nesting habitats in our communities and throughout North America and their wintering grounds in South and Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and the southern U.S., and  Whereas, hundreds of thousands of people will observe WMBD, gathering in town squares, community centers, schools, parks, nature centers, and wildlife refuges to learn about birds, take action to conserve them, and simply to have fun, and  Whereas, while WMBD officially is held each year on the second Saturday in May, its observance is not limited to a single day, and planners are encouraged to schedule activities on the dates best suited to the presence of both migrants and celebrants, and  Whereas, WMBD is not only a day to foster appreciation for wild birds and to celebrate and support migratory bird conservation, but also a call to action, NOW THEREFORE I, Don Pohlman, as Mayor of the City of Plymouth, do hereby proclaim May 9, 2026 as World Migratory Bird Day in the City of Plymouth, and I urge all citizens to celebrate this observance and to support efforts to protect and conserve migratory birds and their habitats in our community and the world at large. Dated this ________ day of _______________ in the year __________ Signed ________________________________________ Title ________________________________________ CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN RESOLUTION NO. 8 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR GARY KAISER WHEREAS, Gary Kaiser for many years was seen recording/streaming Council Meetings, School Sporting Events, and the Schools District Board Meetings; WHEREAS, Gary’s devoted countless hours of his time to ensure that important community events and meetings were accessible to the public and; WHEREAS, it is fitting and right that the City recognize Gary Kaiser for his outstanding service to this community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Donald O. Pohlman, Mayor of the City of Plymouth, on behalf of the Common Council and all Plymouth residents, extend to the Kaiser family, our deepest sympathy and appreciation for his services to the City of Plymouth. Adopted this ____ day of _____________, 2026. CITY OF PLYMOUTH ______________________________ Donald O. Pohlman, Mayor ___________________________ Anna Voigt, 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: April 24, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Tim Blakeslee, City Administrator/Utilities Manager RE: Approval of Insurance Broker Contract Renewal with Gallagher Background: Health insurance brokers provide critical expertise in evaluating benefit offerings, negotiating with carriers, assisting staff with claims, and developing strategies to manage high- cost claims and wellness initiatives. Staff recommends continuing to use a broker because the depth of knowledge and resources provided far exceeds what can reasonably be offered internally. It is anticipated that these services will provide a return that exceeds the cost of engagement. In 2025, the City issued an RFP for health insurance brokerage services and selected Gallagher at a cost of $20,400, approving a one-year agreement. The proposed renewal reflects a 3% increase over the current rate (Please note the contact is from 2025, but has a built-in renewal process. Staff presented this as a 1-year contract to council and is as a result bringing it back for approval). Funding for broker services will come from the self-insurance fund, which is supported by health insurance premiums paid by both the City and its employees. Funding is available for this service and will continue to be budgeted in future years. Over the past year, staff has developed an excellent working relationship with Gallagher. Gallagher has provided valuable financial and market expertise that has helped the City continue to offer strong benefits to staff. Accomplishments over the past year include: • Marketing and renewal support for all insurance offerings. • Financial analysis of employee and employer benefit contributions, which resulted in lower premiums for both staff and the City in 2026. • Development of a new employee benefit guide. • Improvements to dental and vision benefits with minimal additional City contribution. • Support during the Employee Wellness Center transition. • Strategic planning services, including multi-year forecasting and vendor management. Highlights: • A flat-fee compensation model (for the health insurance portion) that promotes. objectivity and aligns with the City’s interests for health insurance. • A national footprint with local expertise and extensive public sector experience. • A dedicated service team that includes compliance, actuarial, pharmacy, and wellness experts. • Advanced data analytics and custom reporting to manage cost drivers and identify trends. • Comprehensive support for benefit renewals, communication materials, and employee education. • In-house legal and compliance resources to assist with regulatory requirements. Gallagher also offers specialized services such as wellness program development, pharmacy benefit optimization, and HR technology support, which the City can access as future needs arise. Recommendation: Approve the renewal with Gallagher. Attachment: • Agreement 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: April 23, 2026 TO: Mayor and Common Council FROM: Cathy Austin, P.E., Director of Public Works RE: 2026 Street/Utility Project: Grove Street On April 22, 2026 the City of Plymouth opened bids for the 2026 Street and Utility Project. Five bids were received, with Alfson Excavating LLC being the lowest bidder. The full bid tab is attached and a summary of the bid results is as follows: Contractor Bid Amount Alfson Excavating LLC $1,211,422.00 Dorner Inc. $1,400,528.20 Korff Plumbing LLC $1,422,537.80 Jossart Brothers, Inc. $1,509,609.54 DE GROOT, Inc. $1,735,010.85 The scope of the project includes new watermain with water lateral replacement from the watermain to the curb stop, sanitary sewer main replacement, storm sewer inlet replacements, full curb and gutter replacement, repair of hazardous sidewalk, sidewalk handicap ramp replacements, and asphalt road paving. Funding Overview The 2026 Capital Plan allocated the following funding: • $650,00 from the City Capital Improvement Budget • $620,000 from the Utility Capital Improvement Budget Bid Breakdown Separating the bid items into City and Utility allocations, the total for each allocation is as follows: • $600,712 from the City Capital Improvement Budget • $610,710 from the Utility Capital Improvement Budget Recommendation It is recommended that the 2026 Street Project be awarded to Alfson Excavating, LLC for a total bid amount of $1,211,422. Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension Unit Price Extension 204.0100 Removing Concrete Pavement SY 330 $8.00 $2,640.00 $10.20 $3,366.00 $5.00 $1,650.00 $8.00 $2,640.00 $18.18 $5,999.40 204.0120 Removing Asphaltic Surface Milling SY 6,300 $3.70 $23,310.00 $3.90 $24,570.00 $2.80 $17,640.00 $3.90 $24,570.00 $4.00 $25,200.00 204.0150 Removing Curb & Gutte r LF 2,650 $3.00 $7,950.00 $3.90 $10,335.00 $3.00 $7,950.00 $2.85 $7,552.50 $4.04 $10,706.00 204.0155 Removing Concrete Sidewal k SY 350 $6.00 $2,100.00 $11.70 $4,095.00 $4.00 $1,400.00 $6.50 $2,275.00 $12.12 $4,242.00 205.0100 Excavation Common CY 1,750 $8.75 $15,312.50 $30.90 $54,075.00 $11.00 $19,250.00 $40.85 $71,487.50 $40.54 $70,945.00 205.0100 Excavation Common - EBS - Undistributed CY 560 $11.00 $6,160.00 $28.60 $16,016.00 $17.25 $9,660.00 $25.10 $14,056.00 $45.45 $25,452 .00 305.0120 Base Aggregate Dense 1 1/4-Inch TON 3,800 $18.50 $70,300.00 $17.80 $67,640.00 $16.68 $63,384.00 $19.55 $74,290.00 $26.26 $99,788.00 311.0110 Breaker Run - Undistribute d TON 1,200 $16.40 $19,680.00 $20.30 $24,360.00 $22.57 $27,084.00 $25.85 $31,020.00 $25.25 $30,300.00 415.1080 Concrete Pavement HES 8-Inch SY 170 $92.00 $15,640.00 $97.10 $16,507.00 $99.00 $16,830.00 $100.00 $17,000.00 $110.45 $18,776.50 416.0160 Concrete Driveway 6-Inch SY 160 $70.65 $11,304.00 $74.60 $11,936.00 $81.28 $13,004.80 $80.00 $12,800.00 $97.50 $15,600.00 460.6223 HMA Pavement 3 MT 58-28 S TON 690 $81.35 $56,131.50 $85.90 $59,271.00 $84.30 $58,167.00 $85.45 $58,960.50 $88.74 $61,230.60 460.6224 HMA Pavement 4 MT 58-28 S TON 540 $77.85 $42,039.00 $82.20 $44,388.00 $96.80 $52,272.00 $81.75 $44,145.00 $84.92 $45,856.80 601.0411 Concrete Curb & Gutter 30-Inch Type D LF 2,800 $17.15 $48,020.00 $18.10 $50,680.00 $23.15 $64,820.00 $20.00 $56,000.00 $18.71 $52,3 88.00 602.0405 Concrete Sidewalk 4-Inch SF 5,500 $6.30 $34,650.00 $6.70 $36,850.00 $7.35 $40,425.00 $8.25 $45,375.00 $9.90 $54,450.00 602.0505 Curb Ramp Detectable Warning Field Yello w SF 70 $35.00 $2,450.00 $37.00 $2,590.00 $39.50 $2,765.00 $38.00 $2,660.00 $38.18 $2,672.60 608.0512 Storm Sewer Pipe Reinforced Concrete Class V 12-Inc h LF 535 $78.00 $41,730.00 $94.00 $50,290.00 $81.00 $43,335.00 $110.00 $58,850.00 $150.22 $80,367.70 608.0415 Storm Sewer Pipe Reinforced Concrete Class IV 15-Inch LF 280 $82.00 $22,960.00 $100.00 $28,000.00 $82.00 $22,960.00 $113.00 $31,6 40.00 $149.92 $41,977.60 608.0418 Storm Sewer Pipe Reinforced Concrete Class IV 18-Inch LF 24 $88.00 $2,112.00 $132.00 $3,168.00 $92.00 $2,208.00 $120.00 $2,880.00 $136.12 $3,266.88 611.2005 4-FT Diamete r EACH 5 $3,700.00 $18,500.00 $4,079.00 $20,395.00 $2,800.00 $14,000.00 $4,000.00 $20,000.00 $5,942.42 $29,712.10 611.3004 Inlets 4-FT Diamete r EACH 1 $3,600.00 $3,600.00 $4,014.00 $4,014.00 $2,285.00 $2,285.00 $4,300.00 $4,300.00 $6,213.45 $6,213.45 611.3230 Inlet 2x3 - FT EACH 15 $3,100.00 $46,500.00 $3,033.00 $45,495.00 $2,300.00 $34,500.00 $2,500.00 $37,500.00 $3,456.24 $51,843.60 625.0100 Topsoil SY 910 $5.95 $5,414.50 $9.50 $8,645.00 $5.95 $5,414.50 $14.00 $12,740.00 $9.52 $8,663.20 628.2008 Erosion Mat Urban Class I Type B SY 910 $1.85 $1,683.50 $2.60 $2,366.00 $1.85 $1,683.50 $2.65 $2,411.50 $2.02 $1,838.20 628.7015 Inlet Protection Type C EACH 30 $55.00 $1,650.00 $64.00 $1,920.00 $55.00 $1,650.00 $55.00 $1,650.00 $65.65 $1,969.50 629.0210 Fertilizer Type B CWT 0.8 $150.00 $120.00 $739.00 $591.20 $150.00 $120.00 $1.05 $0.84 $163.62 $130.90 630.0140 Seeding Mixture No. 4 0 LB 70 $12.00 $840.00 $14.00 $980.00 $12.00 $840.00 $0.01 $0.70 $13.09 $916.30 634.0814 Posts Tubular Steel 2x2-Inch x 14-F T EACH 2 $275.00 $550.00 $264.00 $528.00 $275.00 $550.00 $265.00 $530.00 $299.97 $599.94 637.2230 Signs Type II Reflective F SF 15 $25.00 $375.00 $53.00 $795.00 $25.00 $375.00 $35.00 $525.00 $27.27 $409.05 643.0100 Traffic Control LS 1 $35,295.00 $35,295.00 $12,247.00 $12,247.00 $19,000.00 $19,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $16,160.00 $16,160.00 645.0220 Geogrid Type SR - Undistribute d SY 1,700 $2.00 $3,400.00 $1.60 $2,720.00 $3.00 $5,100.00 $1.75 $2,975.00 $4.04 $6,868.00 690.0150 Sawing Asphalt LF 180 $3.00 $540.00 $2.60 $468.00 $2.50 $450.00 $5.00 $900.00 $5.05 $909.00 690.0250 Sawing Concrete LF 150 $3.50 $525.00 $3.80 $570.00 $2.50 $375.00 $10.00 $1,500.00 $6.06 $909.00 SPV.1000 Hydrant Special EACH 3 $6,800.00 $20,400.00 $7,325.00 $21,975.00 $7,100.00 $21,300.00 $7,000.00 $21,000.00 $7,166.96 $21,500.88 SPV.1006 PVC Hydrant Lead 6-Inch Special LF 55 $80.00 $4,400.00 $110.00 $6,050.00 $180.00 $9,900.00 $145.00 $7,975.00 $87.22 $4,797.10 SPV.1104 Gate Valve & Valve Box 4-Inch Special EACH 2 $1,700.00 $3,400.00 $5,076.00 $10,152.00 $2,000.00 $4,000.00 $1,800.00 $3,600.00 $1, 982.63 $3,965.26 SPV.1106 Gate Valve & Valve Box 6-Inch Special EACH 3 $2,100.00 $6,300.00 $2,320.00 $6,960.00 $2,800.00 $8,400.00 $2,200.00 $6,600.00 $2,37 2.49 $7,117.47 SPV.1108 Gate Valve & Valve Box 8-Inch Special EACH 9 $2,950.00 $26,550.00 $4,813.00 $43,317.00 $3,300.00 $29,700.00 $3,100.00 $27,900.00 $3,225.94 $29,033.46 SPV.1405 Water Service HDPE Lateral 1-Inch Specia l LF 410 $110.00 $45,100.00 $113.00 $46,330.00 $120.00 $49,200.00 $125.00 $51,250.00 $131.21 $53,796.10 SPV.1410 Water Service PVC Lateral 4-Inch Specia l LF 35 $100.00 $3,500.00 $235.00 $8,225.00 $140.00 $4,900.00 $140.00 $4,900.00 $133.87 $4,685.45 SPV.1504 PVC Water Main 4-Inch (Horizontal Directional Drill) Special LF 291 $55.00 $16,005.00 $76.00 $22,116.00 $160.00 $46,560.00 $105 .00 $30,555.00 $89.39 $26,012.49 SPV.1506 PVC Water Main 6-Inch (Granular Backfill) Special LF 9 $250.00 $2,250.00 $264.00 $2,376.00 $190.00 $1,710.00 $145.00 $1,305.00 $8 6.86 $781.74 SPV.1508 PVC Water Main 8-Inch (Granular Backfill) Special LF 1,595 $100.00 $159,500.00 $130.00 $207,350.00 $120.00 $191,400.00 $150.00 $239,250.00 $170.37 $271,740.15 SPV.3008 PVC Sanitary Sewer 8-Inch (Granular Backfill) Special LF 1,440 $89.00 $128,160.00 $108.00 $155,520.00 $150.00 $216,000.00 $120. 00 $172,800.00 $146.10 $210,384.00 SPV.3306 PVC Sanitary Sewer 6-Inch Lateral (Granular Backfill) Special LF 485 $90.00 $43,650.00 $90.00 $43,650.00 $120.00 $58,200.00 $130 .00 $63,050.00 $113.50 $55,047.50 SPV.3406 PVC Sanitary Sewer 6-Inch Lateral (Horizontal Directional Drill) Specia l LF 220 $85.00 $18,700.00 $111.00 $24,420.00 $160.00 $35,200.00 $112.00 $24,640.00 $95.19 $20,941.80 SPV.3504 Sanitary Manhole - 4 FT Special EACH 8 $4,600.00 $36,800.00 $4,992.00 $39,936.00 $4,600.00 $36,800.00 $5,000.00 $40,000.00 $6,736 .01 $53,888.08 SPV.3800 Sanitary Manhole Frame and Cover Special EACH 8 $1,200.00 $9,600.00 $666.00 $5,328.00 $1,500.00 $12,000.00 $1,100.00 $8,800.00 $1, 001.92 $8,015.36 SPV.8727 Bored Steel Casing 24-Inch (0.406" Wall Thickness) Water Main Casing Pipe Specia l LF 70 $865.00 $60,550.00 $923.00 $64,610.00 $838.00 $58,660.00 $840.00 $58,800.00 $1,213.61 $84,952.70 SPV.8728 Bored Steel Casing 24-Inch (0.406" Wall Thickness) Sanitary Sewer Casing Pipe Specia l LF 70 $865.00 $60,550.00 $889.00 $62,230.00 $838.00 $58,660.00 $840.00 $58,800.00 $1,187.33 $83,113.10 SPV.9000 Inlet Frame and Grate Special EACH 16 $1,025.00 $16,400.00 $912.00 $14,592.00 $1,300.00 $20,800.00 $900.00 $14,400.00 $852.44 $13, 639.04 SPV.9010 Storm Manhole Frame and Cover Special EACH 5 $1,225.00 $6,125.00 $1,104.00 $5,520.00 $1,600.00 $8,000.00 $1,150.00 $5,750.00 $1,0 47.57 $5,237.85 2026 Street Program - Grove Street (#10131961) Owner: City of Plymouth Solicitor: Kapur, Inc. 04/22/2026 11:00 AM CDT Base Bid Total: $1,735,010.85 Item Code Item Description Unit Quantity $1,509,609.54$1,211,422.00 $1,400,528.20 $1,422,537.80 Alfson Excavating LLC Dorner Inc. Korff Plumbing Jossart Brothers, Inc. DE GROOT, INC.