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CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING, IMMEDIATELY AFTER FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 302 CITY HALL, 128 SMITH STREET AGENDA 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Approve the Minutes from March 31, 2026 3. Discussion on Ordinance 7 of 2026: Repealing and Recreating Ordinance Title 8 Chapter 3 Related to Refuse Disposal and Collection 4. Discussion on Dog Park Improvement Donation Project 5. Discussion on Sign Code related to Projecting Signs 6. Adjourn 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 governmental 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 appro priate aids and services. For additional information or to request this service, please contact the City of Plymouth ADA Coordinator Leah Fe derwisch, located in the Plymouth Utilities office at 900 County Road PP, Plymouth, WI or call 920-893-3853. CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING, 6:15 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 302 CITY HALL, 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, John Binder, Jeff Tauscheck, Dave Herrmann, Dana Haucke and Kevin Sande. Also present: City Administrator/Utilities Manager Tim Blakeslee, Director of Public Works Cathy Austin, Police Chief Ken Ruggles, Assistant Administrator/Community Development Director Jack Johnston, and City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Anna Voigt. 2. Approve the Minutes from February 24, 2026: Motion was made by Gilson/Tauscheck to approve the minutes for February 24. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 3. DPW Expansion Project Update: Director Austin explained the 2026 budget had allocated dollars for the Department of Public Works expansion and modernization of the City yard to improve operations, enhance resident services, and address increasing demand for disposal and recycling options. The project is expanding the existing yard and introducing new services. The proposed improvements include a new fuel (gas) tank to support City operations, expand DPW storage and add new areas for bulk waste and cardboard drop-off. Yard waste, brush/branch drop-off, used oil, battery, and scrap metal recycling drop-off services will continue. Part of the proposed changes, residents will be required to purchase an annual key card to access the facility. The site will be accessible seven days a week from 6 AM to 8 PM. The committee had a few comments. Mayor asked if there were be an initial and annual fee for the key card? Austin stated that an initial wouldn’t be needed but up to the Council if they would like to have it. Binder asked if gates would be motorized? Austin answered yes, they would be and the exit gate would be a presser point. Binder asked if it was going to be tight to back up trailers. Austin stated you would pull up next to the drop off points. Penkwitz asked if staff had input of this too? Austin stated that most of it came from Matt Magle. Penkwitz asked what percentage of other residents use it in other communities? Johnston stated when he worked in the Town of Cederburg about a third of the residents used it. Penkwitz asked if they get a lot of cardboard? Austin stated they currently don’t take it, but there are a lot of questions about it. Gilson asked if this was something everyone had to do. Austin answered this is something you can do only if you decided you want to use the site. Sande asked why the card renewal can’t be from when you get the card not an annual date? Austin stated other communities don’t do it that way for notification reasons. It’s harder to send out mass notifications if the renewal dates are scattered. Gilson suggested a half year option. Sande asked if the current taxpayer who only goes down to the yard once or twice a year to get rid of yard waste will now have to pay a fee? Austin answered yes, they will need to get a key card to enter the yard. Tauscheck stated he thought it was good idea to make the card renewal once a year at the same time to make it simple. He added the yard expansion and update is overdue. Haucke stated she thought it was a great idea but asked if there could be a one-time fee for people who just want to get rid of something like a mattress. Blakeslee added that if you are getting rid of something like a mattress one time, $30 is probably a good price. Matzdorf stated there are pro and cons, the extended hours are nice and that couldn’t be done without a fab system. The extra cost on residents, there could be some push back. Austin added that Magle has talked with some residents about it and they like the idea of extended hours. Herrmann stated he thinks a great idea to offer bulk drop off and the extended hours. He added to make the fees as simple as possible. Herrmann asked if the budget will cover all the modifications that have been mentioned. Austin confirmed that it was all part of the 2026 budget. Matzdorf asked if residents will be able to sign up at City Hall and Utilities? Austin confirmed it will be offered at both. Sande stated it looks like a lot will increase in paved area. Austin stated it will be under the amount required for storm water management. The committee agreed to move forward. 4. Special Events Ordinance Update: Johnston explained that most special events are currently approved through the consent agenda after applicants provide a completed “event application”. Some additional permits may also be required to be obtained depending on the scale of the event and use of City property. The process is relatively well established; it is not explicitly written out in the city code. As Plymouth continues to grow and the interest in hosting more events in Plymouth grows, staff believes a more formalized process for special events should be codified and established. Matzdorf asked about the “City of Plymouth, its officers, council members, agents, and employees,” listed as additional insured. Blakeslee explained typically if someone is holding an event on city property the City requires them to add the City as an additional insured which means if something goes wrong and there is a claim against the City the event organizer would then cover the City as opposed to the City’s insurance covering it. Blakeslee added this verbiage comes directly from the City’s insurance company. Binder asked about 7-8-1 (f)(1) & (2) regarding Council waiving fees, if the fees would just be for the cost from the City. Johnston stated the fee would just be the permit fee; the event would still be required for additional insurance. It’s intended to provide the Council and applicate some relief for long standing events. Johnston added that the main reason for this Ordinance is to protect the city for newer events and to make sure costs are covered for extra services. Penkwitz asked if the long-standing events have been, okay? Johnston answered they have been, this is more for new events to coming into the City. Mayor added current events provide insurance already this is just getting it into code. Committee agreed to move forward. 5. Winter Parking Ordinance Update: Blakeslee explained that the City code currently prohibits parking on City streets and alleys between December 1 and March 15 of each year. As written, the code does not allow for flexibility to lift this restriction during periods of mild weather. Staff generally applied a common-sense approach to enforcement; it is preferable for the municipal code to reflect how the ordinance is implemented in practice. The proposed ordinance would allow the City Administrator/Utilities Manager to temporarily lift winter parking restrictions when conditions warrant. Herrmann asked how people would be notified? Blakeslee stated the Police Department has notified people on Facebook in the past and the word has been spread pretty quickly. Committee agreed to move forward. 6. Adjourn: Motion was made by Binder/Tauscheck to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous aye vote was cast. Motion carried. 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: April 8, 2026 TO: Committee of the Whole FROM: Cathy Austin, PE, Director of Public Works RE: Ordinance 7 of 2026: Repealing and Recreating Ordinance Title 8 Chapter 3 Related to Refuse Disposal and Collection The revised ordinance has been reorganized to improve clarity and ease of use, with outdated and redundant provisions removed. Definitions have been expanded and updated to reflect current terminology and regulatory language. A significant portion of the update incorporates requirements from the DNR’s revised recycling ordinance template. This includes expanding the list of required recyclable materials and reinforcing the requirement that recyclable materials must be separated from solid waste and not disposed of in landfills. The revisions also place greater emphasis on compliance with state recycling laws. The ordinance more clearly defines responsibilities for different user groups. Residential collection requirements are clarified, including container use and container placement. The City’s authority to refuse collection for non-compliance is also more clearly established. For non-residential and multi-family properties, the revisions incorporate DNR-required provisions that place responsibility on property owners and managers to provide adequate recycling systems and ensure occupants are informed about proper recycling practices. The list of prohibited materials has been expanded to better define what is not accepted in regular collection, directing those materials to appropriate alternative disposal methods. In addition, operational standards related to storage, handling, and transportation of waste have been added. Finally, enforcement provisions have been updated to support compliance with both local and state requirements. This includes clearer authority for inspections and updated penalty provisions, particularly related to recycling violations. Staff Recommendation: Recommend the Common Council Repeal and Recreate Ordinance Title 8 Chapter 3 as presented. Attachments: 1. Ordinance 7 of 2026 Page 1 of 13 CITY OF PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN Ordinance No. _____ of 2026 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND RECREATING TITLE 8 CHAPTER 3 OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES RELATED TO REFUSE DISPOSAL AND COLLECTION WHEREAS, the Common Council finds that proper management of solid waste is essential to protecting and enhancing the environment, as well as promoting the public health, safety, and general welfare of City residents and businesses; WHEREAS, Wisconsin Statutes § 287.11 and Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 544 require municipalities to establish and maintain effective recycling programs and prohibit the disposal of certain recyclable materials in landfills or incineration facilities, and Wisconsin Statutes § 287.09(3)(b) authorizes the enactment of this ordinance; WHEREAS, the Statute of Wisconsin has established mandatory recycling requirements for residential, multiple-family, non-residential, commercial, and industrial waste generators to ensure compliance with state recycling laws and to promote resource conservation; WHEREAS, the City has determined that improper storage, placement, or accumulation of refuse can create nuisances, attract pests, contribute to pollution, and pose risks to public health and safety if not adequately regulated and enforced; WHEREAS, the Common Council finds that maintaining clear, enforceable regulations governing refuse disposal and recycling is necessary to ensure efficient collection services, protect municipal infrastructure, and support long-term environmental sustainability within the City of Plymouth. NOW, THEREFORE, the Common Council of the City of Plymouth, Wisconsin, does hereby ordain as follows: Section 1. Repealing Code. Title 8, Chapter 3, Refuse Disposal and Collection, is hereby repealed in its entirety. Section 2. Recreating Code. Title 8, Chapter 3, Refuse Disposal and Collection, is hereby recreated to read as follows: “CHAPTER 3 Refuse Disposal and Collection Sec. 8-3-1 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Solid Waste Management and Recycling Ordinance" of the City of Plymouth, hereinafter referred to as this "ordinance" or "chapter." Page 2 of 13 Sec. 8-3-2 Declaration of policy. It is hereby declared to be the purpose and intent of this chapter to enhance and improve the environment and promote the health, safety and welfare of the city by establishing minimum standards for the storage, collection, transport, processing, separation, recovery and disposal of solid waste. In addition, to provide an effective recycling program, as provided by Wis. Stats. § 287.11 and Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 544. Sec. 8-3-3 Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given herein unless different meanings are clearly indicated by the context. Approved container means a container specifically approved by the common council for the containment of waste prior to collection. Bi-metal container means a container for carbonated or malt beverages that is made primarily of a combination of steel and aluminum. Collector means the person, firm, or corporation specifically authorized by the common council to collect garbage, rubbish and/or recyclable materials and dispose of the same. Commercial garbage means decayed, spoiled or waste animal or vegetable matter or refuse which is deposited for collection by any place of business or commercial establishment other than a private residence which is combustible in nature. It shall not include animal carcasses. Container board means corrugated paperboard used in the manufacture of shipping containers and related products. Curb means the back edge or curb and gutter along a paved street or where one would be if the street was paved and had curb and gutter. Demolition wastes means that portion of solid wastes consisting of wastes from the repair, remodeling or reconstruction of buildings, such as lumber, roofing and sheathing scraps, rubble, broken concrete, asphalt and plaster, conduit, pipe, wire, insulation and any other materials resulting from the demolition of buildings and improvements. Foam polystyrene packaging means packaging made primarily from foam polystyrene that satisfies one of the following criteria: (1) Is designed for serving food or beverages. (2) Consists of loose particles intended to fill space and cushion the packaged article in a shipping container. (3) Consists of rigid materials shaped to hold and cushion the packaged article in a shipping container. Glass container means a glass bottle, jar or other packaging container used to contain a product that is the subject of a retail sale and does not include ceramic cups, dishes, oven ware, plate glass, safety and window glass, heat-resistant glass such as pyrex, lead based glass such as crystal, or TV tubes. Page 3 of 13 Hazardous waste means those wastes such as toxic, radioactive or pathogenic substances which require special handling to avoid illness or injury to persons or damage to property and the environment. HDPE means high density polyethylene, labeled by the resin code # 2. Industrial wastes means the refuse that accumulates in or upon land used for manufacturing, industrial, wholesale and slaughtering purposes. Infectious waste means a solid waste which contains pathogens with sufficient virulence and quantity so that exposure to the waste by a susceptible host could result in an infectious disease, and shall include the following: (1) Microbiological lab wastes including cultures and lab equipment which has come into contact with cultures of infectious waste. (2) Blood, blood products, body fluids, plasma, and blood components including those from dialysis units. (3) Sharps, including needles, scalpel blades, syringes, lab glass wastes and glass pipets. (4) Wastes from surgical, autopsy, obstetrics and communicable disease isolation units which have had contact with patient blood or body fluids. (5) All other wastes as described in Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 500.03(67). (6) Recognizable human tissue must be incinerated in a crematorium facility capable of completely incinerating tissues. Non-human tissues are only considered infectious if they are known or suspected to contain pathogens with sufficient virulence and quantity so that exposure to the waste by a susceptible human host could result in an infectious disease. LDPE means low density polyethylene, labeled by the resin code # 4. Magazines means magazines and other materials printed on similar paper. Major appliance is defined as a residential or commercial air conditioner, clothes dryer, clothes washer, dishwasher, freezer, microwave oven (with capacitor removed), oven, refrigerator, stove, residential or commercial furnace, boiler, dehumidifier or water heater. Multiple-family dwelling means a structure containing 5 or more residential units, including units that are occupied seasonally. Newspaper means a newspaper and other materials printed on newsprint. Non-residential facilities and properties means commercial, retail, industrial, institutional and government facilities and properties. Non-residential facilities and properties includes any location at which goods or services are provided or manufactured, including locations under construction, demolition, or remodeling, or used for special events such as fairs, festivals, sport venues, conferences, and exhibits. This term does not include multiple family dwellings. Office paper means a variety of high-grade printing and writing papers. This term does not include industrial process waste, newspaper or packaging. Other resins or multiple resins mean plastic resins labeled by the resin code # 7. Page 4 of 13 Person includes any individual, corporation, limited liability company, partnership, association, local government unit, as defined in s. 66.0131(1)(a), Wis. Stats., state agency or authority or federal agency. PETE or PET means polyethylene terephthalate, labeled by the resin code # 1. Plastic container means an individual, separate, rigid plastic bottle, can, jar or carton, except for a blister pack, that is originally used to contain a product that is the subject of a retail sale. Postconsumer waste means solid waste other than solid waste generated in the production of goods, hazardous waste, as defined in s. 291.01(7) Wis. Stats., waste from construction and demolition of structures, scrap automobiles, or high- volume industrial waste, as defined in s. 289.01(17)., Wis. Stats. PP means polypropylene, labeled by the resin code # 5. PS means polystyrene, labeled by the resin code # 6. PVC means polyvinyl chloride, labeled by the resin code # 3. Recyclable materials includes lead acid batteries; major appliances; waste oil; yard waste; aluminum containers; corrugated paper or other container board; foam polystyrene packaging; glass containers; magazines; newspaper; office paper; rigid plastic containers, including those made of PETE, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS and other resins or multiple resins; steel containers; waste tires; and bi-metal containers. Residential garbage. All accumulations of animal, fruit or vegetable matter that attends the preparation, use, cooking, dealing in, or storage of meats, fish, fowl, fruit or vegetables or any other ordinary household refuse or plant or animal matter and waste paper that is combustible in nature. Garbage shall not contain ashes, liquids, explosive matter, cans, pottery, crockery or mineral or metal substances, or animal carcass. Rubbish means all inorganic refuse matter such as metal cans, wire, metal, glass, China, crockery, stone, earth, wood, ashes, leaves, grass, brush and items of a similar nature, but excluding vehicle tires. Scavenging means the uncontrolled removal of materials at any point in solid waste management. Solid waste means any garbage, refuse, sludge from a waste treatment plant, water supply treatment plant, or air pollution control facility, and other discarded or salvageable materials, including solid, liquid, semisolid, or contained gaseous materials resulting from industrial, commercial, mining, and agricultural operations, and from community activities. Solid waste facility means a facility for solid waste treatment, solid waste storage, or solid waste disposal, and includes commercial, industrial, municipal, state, and federal establishments or operations such as, without limitation because of enumeration, sanitary landfills, dumps, land disposal sites, incinerators, transfer stations, storage facilities, collection and transportation services, and processing, treatment, and recovery facilities. Solid waste facility includes the land where the facility is located. Page 5 of 13 Solid waste treatment means any method, technique or process which is designed to change the physical, chemical or biological character or composition of solid waste. “Treatment” includes incineration. Storage areas means areas where persons place containers during non- collection days as well as areas where containers are set out on collection day. Waste tire means a tire that is no longer suitable for its original purpose because of wear, damage or defect. Yard waste means leaves, grass clippings, yard and garden debris and brush, including clean woody vegetative material no greater than 6 inches in diameter. This term does not include stumps, roots or shrubs with intact root balls. Sec. 8-3-4 Refuse storage areas. (a)Nuisance-free condition required. Storage areas shall be kept in a nuisance and odor-free condition. Litter shall not be allowed to accumulate. Collection crews will not be responsible for cleaning up loose materials from any containers which have become ruptured or broken due to wet conditions, animals, vandalism or other cause. The occupant and/or owner shall be responsible for cleaning up this litter. Litter not collected shall not be allowed to accumulate. Violation will result in the occupant and/or owner being notified to clean up his area with continued violation resulting in the owner being prosecuted under the provisions of this and other city ordinances. (b)Improper placement. No persons shall deposit, throw, or place any garbage, offal, dead animals, combustible refuse or other deleterious matter, or any materials prohibited by PMC §8-3-5(a)(3) in any property, parks, city garage, building locations, lane, alley, street, public grounds or public place within the city, nor place any garbage, offal, dead animals combustible refuse or other deleterious matter, or any materials prohibited by PMC §8-3-5(a)(3) upon any private property not owned or leased by such person. Improper placement can lead to penalties set forth in PMC §8-3-10. Sec. 8-3-5 Collection of waste. (a)Residential waste collection. (Single Family, 1-4 Units Dwellings) (1)Collection district. The City of Plymouth shall collect therefrom on a regular schedule each week as provided by the Collector. No waste shall be collected which is in violation of such regulations. (2)Containers. All waste shall be placed in the proper container that is provided by the collector. (3)Placement for collection. All waste shall be accessible to collector crews. Waste in approved containers shall be placed immediately behind the curb of the public street for collection not sooner than 6:00 p.m. of the day preceding the scheduled collection. During winter months waste shall not be placed on top of snow banks, nor in the roadway. Owners shall either shovel out an area behind the curb in which to place the waste bins to be collected, or shall place such waste bins in their driveway. Page 6 of 13 (4)Refusal of service. The collector may refuse to furnish collection service to any person not complying with the provisions of this chapter and any rules and regulations established by the common council and/or director of public works for the collection of waste and the separation of recyclable materials and the use of approved containers. (5)Waste hauler reports. Any person, firm, corporation, or other entity which shall collect any wastes from any waste generator in the City of Plymouth, and haul the same for disposal or recycling, shall provide the director of public works with a yearly report of the quantity of wastes so handled which shall indicate separately by weight the quantity of recyclable and non-recyclable wastes disposed of. (6)Prohibited materials. The following materials shall be excluded from residential waste collection: a. Yard wastes; b. Building and demolition wastes; c. Lead acid batteries; d. Waste motor oil; e. Motor vehicle tires; f. Major appliances; g. Paint (oil based), including but not limited to paint thinner, stain, turpentine and varnish; h. Chemicals, including but not limited to anti-freeze, pool chemicals, brake fluid, poisons, weed killer, insect spray, parts cleaner, pesticides, herbicides, dry cleaning solvents, and fertilizer with pesticides; i. Flammable liquids, including but not limited to gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid, propane tanks, and gasoline containers; j. Explosives, including but not limited to ammunition; k. Fireworks; l. Microwaves; m. Computers, including computer monitors; n. Fluorescent light bulbs; o. Light ballasts; p. Asbestos; q. Appliances containing freon. Any appliance containing freon shall be disposed of only by making special arrangements therefore with the city's contract waste collector. Such appliances shall not be deposited at the city garage. This includes refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers; r. Animal carcasses; s. Rocks and concrete; Page 7 of 13 t. Human wastes; u. Pathogenic or infectious wastes; v. Hazardous wastes; w. Bulky items - mattresses, couches, large furniture or similar items; x. Electronics - fax machines, DVD players, DVRs, cell phones, computers, televisions or similar electronic equipment. (b)Commercial waste collection. (1) Commercial waste will not be collected by the city or its collector. Each generator of commercial waste shall be responsible for proper disposal with a private hauler. (2) A commercial waste generator includes any apartment building with more than four units or any business that generates trash. (3) All waste generated in the City of Plymouth shall be subject to the provisions of section 8-3-9 of this chapter. (c)Industrial wastes. (1) Industrial waste will not be collected by the city or its collector Suitable periodic collection of not less frequent than monthly shall be provided by and at the cost of each industrial waste generator. . (2) All waste generated in the City of Plymouth shall be subject to the provisions of section 8-3-9 of this chapter. Sec. 8-3-6 Prohibited activities and non-collectible materials. (a)Dead animals. It shall be unlawful to place any dead animal, or parts thereof, in a container for collection, provided, however, that this section shall not apply to animal parts from food preparation for human consumption. (b)Undrained food wastes. It shall be unlawful to place any garbage or other food wastes in a container for collection unless it is first drained and wrapped. (c)Improper placement. It shall be unlawful to place, or allow to be placed, any solid waste upon the roads, streets, or public or private property within the City of Plymouth contrary to the provisions of this chapter. (d)Compliance with chapter. It shall be unlawful to store, collect, transport, transfer, recover, incinerate or dispose of any solid waste within the boundaries of the city contrary to the provisions of this chapter. (e)Improper transportation. It shall be unlawful to transport any solid waste in any vehicle which permits the contents to blow, sift, leak or fall therefrom. If spillage does occur, the collection crew shall immediately return spilled materials to the collection vehicle and shall properly clean or have cleaned the area. All vehicles used for the collection and transportation of solid waste shall be durable, easily cleanable and leakproof, if necessary, considering the type of waste and moisture content. Collection vehicles shall be cleaned frequently to prevent nuisances and insect breeding and shall be maintained in good repair. Page 8 of 13 (f)Interference with authorized collector. No person other than the collector or a city official shall collect or interfere with any garbage after it shall have been put into a garbage receptacle and deposited in the proper place for the collector, nor shall any unauthorized person molest, hinder, delay or in any manner interfere with an authorized garbage or solid waste collector in the discharge of his duties. (g)Scavenging. It shall be unlawful for any person to scavenge any solid waste placed for collection. (h)Private dumps. It shall be unlawful for any person to use or operate a dump. (i)Burning of waste. It shall be unlawful for any person to burn solid waste in any manner, except as may be provided elsewhere in this Code of Ordinances. (j)Prohibited non-collectible materials. It shall be unlawful for any person to place for collection any item listed in PMC §8-3-5(a)(6). (k)Recyclable wastes. All wastes as defined by section 8-3-9(a) shall be disposed of at an approved materials recovery facility (MRF) and shall not be disposed of by or at the request of any waste generator at any landfill or incineration facility after January 1, 1995. The city shall have the right to inspect all wastes produced by any waste generator or placed into the custody of any collector or waste hauler for disposition so as to ascertain the proper separation of recyclable wastes, and to inspect the records of any industrial or other waste generator from which any collector or waste hauler shall collect such wastes, so as to verify proper separation of recyclables and disposal thereof at an approved MRF. (l)Yard wastes. Yard wastes, including but not limited to grass clippings, leaves, brush, and tree limbs and branches of not greater than four foot lengths. Residents may deposit yard waste in specified areas at the city garage. (m)Motor oil. Waste motor oil shall be disposed of in the receptacle provided therefore at the city garage on Valley Road, or at any retail sales establishment engaged in the business of selling automotive engine oil to consumers providing facilities therefore. (n)Lead acid batteries. Lead acid batteries shall be disposed of at the city garage on Valley Road during posted hours and at the designated location, or at any retail sales establishment engaged in the business of selling batteries to consumers (disposal fee may apply). (o)Automobile and motor vehicle tires. Automobile and motor vehicle tires may be disposed of at Waste Management Solutions located at 2905 Paine Avenue, Sheboygan, Wisconsin for a designated disposal fee, or at any retail sales establishment engaged in the business of selling tires to consumers providing facilities therefore (disposal fee may apply). Sec. 8-3-7 Garbage accumulation; when a nuisance. The accumulation or deposit of garbage, trash or putrescible animal or vegetable matter in or upon any lot or land or any public or private place within the city which causes the air or environment to become noxious or offensive or to be in such a condition as to promote the breeding of flies, mosquitoes or other insects, or to provide a habitat or breeding place for rodents or other animals, or which Created: 2025-07-17 10:50:53 [EST] (Supp. No. 6) Page 9 of 13 otherwise becomes injurious to the public health is prohibited and declared to constitute a nuisance. Sec. 8-3-8 Refuse from outside the city. It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to place, deposit or cause to be deposited, for collection, any waste or refuse not generated within the corporate limits of the City of Plymouth. Sec. 8-3-9 Mandatory recycling. (a)Separation required. All recyclable materials shall be separated from other waste and placed for collection at the time provided in section 8-3-5. Occupants of single family and 2-to-4-unit residences, multiple-family dwellings and non- residential facilities and properties shall separate the following materials from postconsumer waste: (1) Container Glass. (2) Newspapers. (3) Lead Acid Batteries (4) Major Appliances (5) Aluminum Containers (6) Bi-Metal Containers (7) Waste Oil (8) Yard Waste (9) Corrugated Paper or Other Container Board (10) Foam Polystyrene Packing (11) Office Paper (12) Rigid Plastic Containers (Made of PETE, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS and other Resins or Multiple Resins) (13) Steel Containers (14) Waste Tires (15) Magazines(Note: All plastic containers are so denominated on the container). (b)Separation Requirements Exempted. The separation requirements of 8-3-9(a) do not apply to the following: (1) Occupants of single family and 2-to-4-unit residences, multiple-family dwellings and non-residential facilities and properties that send their postconsumer waste to a processing facility licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that recovers the materials specified in 8-3-9(a) from solid waste in as pure a form as is technically feasible. Page 10 of 13 (2) Solid waste which is burned as a supplement fuel at a facility if less than 30 % of the heat input to the facility is derived from the solid waste burned as supplement fuel. (3) A recyclable material specified in 8-3-9(a) for which a variance has been granted by the Department of Natural Resources under s. 287.11(2m), Wis. Stats., or s. NR 544.14, Wis. Adm. Code. (c)Theft or disturbing of recyclables. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to remove, carry away or disturb recyclable materials from collection locations by anyone other than the city's collector. It shall be a violation of this chapter for any person unauthorized by the city to collect or cause or to be collected or picked up any recyclable materials that are placed for disposal by the city or by any authorized private entity. Any and each such unauthorized collection or scavenging of recyclable materials in violation hereof shall constitute a separate and distinct offense punishable as provided for herein. (2) All recyclable materials collected and deposited as provided in this chapter shall be the property of the city's collector. It shall be a violation of this section for any unauthorized person to collect or pick up or cause to be collected or picked up any item deposited at the curb for collection. This subsection shall not prohibit the actual producers of recyclable materials or the owners of residential units or nonresidential units from which recyclable materials have been accumulated from personally collecting, conveying, and disposing of recyclable materials, provided such producers or owners do not violate the intent of this chapter. (d)Alteration of recyclable materials. It shall be unlawful to intentionally alter recyclable materials so as to render them as non-recyclable material. (e)Responsibilities of Owners or Designated Agents of Multiple-Family Dwellings (1) Owners or designated agents of multiple-family dwellings shall do all of the following to recycle the materials specified in 8-3-9(a): a. Provide adequate, separate containers for the recycling program established in compliance with the ordinance. The number of recycling containers shall equal or be greater than the number of trash containers and at least one of the following shall be met: i. The minimum total volume of recycling container space is equal to 20 gallons per week per dwelling unit. ii. The ratio of trash container volume to recycling container volume is at most 2:1. iii. An alternative method that does not result in the overflow of a recycling container during the time period between collection of materials and delivery to a recycling facility. b. Notify tenants in writing at the time of renting or leasing the dwelling and at least semi-annually thereafter about the established recycling program. Page 11 of 13 c. Provide for the collection of the materials separated from the solid waste by the tenants and the delivery of the materials to a recycling facility. d. Notify tenants which materials are collected, how to prepare the materials in order to meet the processing requirements, collection methods or sites, and locations of drop-off collection sites to recycle materials not collected on-site. (2) The requirements specified in sub.(1) do not apply to the owners or designated agents of multiple-family dwellings if the postconsumer waste generated within the dwelling is treated at a processing facility licensed by the Department of Natural Resources that recovers for recycling the materials specified in 8-3-9(a) from solid waste in as pure a form as is technically feasible. (f)Responsibilities of Owners or Designated Agents of Non-Residential Facilities and Properties (1) Owners or designated agents of non-residential facilities and properties shall do all of the following to recycle the materials specified in 8-3-9(a): a. Provide adequate, separate containers for the recycling program established under this section. The total volume of recycling containers shall be sufficient to avoid overflow during the time period between collection of materials and delivery to a recycling facility. b. Notify in writing, at least semi-annually, all users, tenants and occupants of the properties about the established recycling program. c. Provide for the collection of the materials separated from the solid waste by the users, tenants and occupants and the delivery of the materials to a recycling facility. d. Notify users, tenants and occupants which materials are collected, how to prepare materials in order to meet the processing requirements, collection methods or sites, and locations of drop-off collection sites to recycle materials not collected on-site. (2) The requirements specified in sub. (1) do not apply to the owners or designated agents of non-residential facilities and properties if the postconsumer waste generated within the facility or property is treated at a processing facility licensed by the Department of Natural Resources that recovers for recycling the materials specified in 8-3-9(a) from solid waste in as pure a form as is technically feasible. (g)Prohibitions on Disposal of Recyclable Materials Separated for Recycling.. No person may dispose of in a solid waste disposal facility or burn in a solid waste treatment facility any of the materials specified in 8-3-9(a) that have been separated for recycling, except waste tires may be burned with energy recovery in a solid waste treatment facility. (h)Care of separated recyclable materials. To the greatest extent practicable, the recyclable materials separated in accordance with 8-3-9(a) shall be clean and kept free of contaminants such as food or product residue, oil or grease, or other non-recyclable materials, including but not limited to household hazardous waste, medical waste, and agricultural chemical containers. Page 12 of 13 Recyclable materials shall be stored in a manner which protects them from wind, rain, and other inclement weather conditions. Sec. 8-3-10 Enforcement. (a) For the purpose of compliance with the provisions of this ordinance, any authorized officer, employee or representative of the City of Plymouth may inspect recyclable materials separated for recycling, postconsumer waste intended for disposal, recycling collection sites and facilities, collection vehicles, collection areas of multiple-family dwellings and non-residential facilities and properties, and any records relating to recycling activities, which shall be kept confidential when necessary to protect proprietary information. No person may refuse access to any authorized officer, employee or authorized representative of the City of Plymouth who requests access for purposes of inspection, and who presents appropriate credentials. No person may obstruct, hamper, or interfere with such an inspection. (b) Any person who violates a provision of this ordinance may be issued a citation by the City of Plymouth for the purpose of collecting forfeitures. The issuance of a citation shall not preclude proceeding under any other ordinance or law relating to the same or any other matter. Proceeding under any other ordinance or law relating to the same or any other matter shall not preclude the issuance of a citation under this section. (c)Penalties. Penalties for violating this ordinance may be assessed as follows: (1) Any person who violates 8-3-9(f) may be required to forfeit $50 for a first violation, $200 for a second violation, and not more than $2000 for a third or subsequent violation. (2) Any person who violates a provision of this ordinance, except 8-3-9(f), may be required to forfeit not less than $10 or more than $1000 for each violation.” Section 3. Severability. Should any portion of this Ordinance or the affected Municipal Code Section be declared unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder shall not be affected. Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect the day after posting. Enacted on April _______, 2026. CITY OF PLYMOUTH By: DONALD O. POHLMAN, Mayor Date: _________________________, 2026 Page 13 of 13 CLERK’S CERTIFICATE OF ENACTMENT I hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly enacted by the City of Plymouth Common Council and approved by the Mayor on the dates indicated above. Dated: ____________________, 2026 ____________________________ ANNA VOIGT, Clerk C:9431\460417.docx 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 9, 2026 TO: Committee of the Whole FROM: Tim Blakeslee, Assistant City Administrator RE: Discussion on Dog Park Improvement Donation Project Background: Last October, Plymouth Downtown Arts and Merchants (D.A.M.) expressed interest in spearheading a beautification project for the existing dog park at Stayer Jr. Park and presented the concept to the Committee of the Whole. At that time, the Committee directed the group to proceed with the plan and finalize the design. Since then, D.A.M. has partnered with the Plymouth Advancement Association (PAA), which has now taken the lead on the project. The design has been updated (Attachment 1) and will be presented tonight by PAA. PAA has also begun fundraising efforts for the project. Ultimately, the donation would need to be accepted by the Common Council for final approval. Staff Recommendation: Staff requests that the Committee of the Whole provide feedback on the proposal and direct staff to continue working toward with PAA and D.A.M. on the project. Attachment: Updated Dog Park Concept A01 A02 A03 A04 A05 A06 A06 A07 A07 A07 A07 A08 A08 A09 A09 A09 A09 A10 A10 A10 A10 A10 A10 A11 A11 A11 E01 E01 E02 E02 E03 E04 E04 E04 E04 E05 E05 E06 E05 A12 A12 A12 A12 A12 A13 A13 A14 A15 E05 E07 E07 E07 EXTENSION FROM EXIST. 20' - 6" MATCHES EXISTING FOOTPRINT 60' - 10" 81' - 4" 26' - 2" APPRX. 160' WATER RUN FROM EXISTING HYDRANT LOCA TION MATCHES EXISTING FOOTPRINT 55' - 11" 9' - 10" 99' - 8"15' - 7" 9' - 7" E01 E01 R9' - 0" 20' - 10" 23' - 8" 9' - 11" 13' - 0" 8' - 5" 130° 90° 134° 144° 90° 97° FACETED CURVE TO ACCOMMODATE FENCING (TYP. AT RADIUS WALLS) FOXCATCHER DESIGNS EXPRESSLY RESERVES THEIR COMMON LAW COPYRIGHT & OTHER PROPERTY RIGHTS IN THESE DOCUMENTS. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE NOT TO BE REPRODUCED, CHANGED, OR COPIED IN ANY FORM OR MANNER WHATSOEVER. NOR ARE THEY TO BE ASSIGNED TO ANY THIRD PARTY WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION & CONSENT OF FOXCATCHER DESIGNS. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ON THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVER SCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFY & BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS & CONDITIONS ON THE JOB. WHEN PLANS ARE PRINTED ON 12 x 18 PAPER, DRAWINGS ARE REDUCED BY 50% PROJECT #: IF PRINTED ON 24" X 36", TOP SCALE BAR SHALL BE EXACTLY 1". IF PRINTED ON 12" X 18", BOTTOM SCALE BAR SHALL BE EXACTLY 1", AND VIEWS ON THE SHEET ARE REDUCED BY 50%. IF EITHER SCALE BAR IS NOT EXACTLY 1", DRAWING IS NOT TO SCALE 0" 1" 0" 1" 24 X 36 12 X 18 TRUE NORTH PLAN NORTH NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONNOT FOR CONSTRUCTION NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION PRELIMINARY DRAWINGS DEVON REGAN (920) 226-7690 devon@foxcatcherdesigns.com THESE PLANS, AS DRAWN BY FOXCATCHER DESIGNS, ARE NEITHER INTENDED FOR USE AS, NOR TO BE CONSTRUED AS, LICENSED COMMERCIAL DRAWINGS. THEY ARE FOR DESIGN INTENT AND REFERENCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLAN NOTES: FOLLOW THE QR CODE TO: www.foxcatcherdesigns.com C 01 PLYMOUTH DOG PARK 39 S STAFFORD ST, PLYMOUTH, WI 53073 SITE PLAN 2025.09 SITE PLAN - 3/16" = 1'-0"1 PLYMOUTH DOG PARK PLYMOUTH DOG PARK LEGEND - NEW DESIGN ELEMENTS KEY NOTE DESCRIPTION A01 GIFT BRICK - DONATION WALK A02 SHELTER STRUCTURE A03 CONCRETE PATIO A04 PICNIC TABLES A05 DRINKING FOUNTAIN & BOTTLE FILLER A06 WASTE BAGS & DISPOSAL BIN A07 AGILITY EQUIPMENT (TYPICAL) OVER ENGINEERED WOOD FIBER SURFACE A08 CURVED BENCH w. BACKREST A09 FIRE HYDRANT (TYPICAL) A10 MATURE TREES w. PET COLLARS A11 MATURE BUSHES & SHRUBS A12 NEW PARK PERIMETER - CONCRETE CURB w. DECORATIVE FENCING SET ON TOP A13 SELF CLOSING GATES A14 MAINTENANCE GATES A15 NEW CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALKWAY STAYER JUNIOR PARK - EXISTING ELEMENTS KEY NOTE DESCRIPTION E01 PERIMITER OF EXISTING DOG PARK E02 EXISTING BENCH(ES) (TYPICAL) E03 EXISITNG BRIDGE E04 EXISTING TREE(S) (TYPICAL) E05 EXISTING MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT E06 EXISTING PARKING STRUCTURE E07 EXISTING PATHWAYS & PARKING # DATE DESCRIPTION 1 2025.11.24 PRELIM. PLANS 2 2026.01.30 PRELIM REV. 01 3 2026.01.30 PRELIM REV. 02 PLYMOUTH DOG PARK - QUICK STATS: EXISTING FENCED OUTER PERIMETER: ≈ 289' (OUTER PERIMETER DOES NOT ACCOUNT FOR FENCING REQUIRED TO CREATE DOUBLE-GATED ENTRY AREA) EXISTING PARK AREA: 4,787 SQ. FT. (INCLUDING DOUBLE-GATED ENTRY AREA) NEW FENCED OUTER PERIMETER: ≈ 329' (OUTER PERIMETER DOES NOT ACCOUNT FOR FENCING REQUIRED TO CREATE DOUBLE-GATED ENTRY AREA) TOTAL APPROX. FENCING LENGTH: ≈ 354' NEW PARK AREA: 5,842 SQ. FT. (INCLUDING DOUBLE-GATED ENTRY AREA) NEW ENGINEERED 'WOOF' FIBER ≈ 5,295 SQ. FT. (USED IN-LIEU OF GRASS OR TURF) NEW GIFT BRICK AREA (A01): ≈ 230 SQ. FT. NEW CONCRETE PATIO AREA (A03): ≈ 336 SQ. FT. NEW CRUSHED GRAVEL AREA (A15): ≈ 416 SQ. FT. Page 1 of 2 The Plymouth Dog Park – Basic Specifications F or additional information , design intent, or general questions, please contact FoxCatcher Designs. Keynote demarcations such as “ A01 ” reference the Site Pla n , page C 01 , of the Plan Set. This document is prepared on behalf of the Plymouth Advancement Association (PAA) . Additional questions , pricing, an d all final approvals shall be directed through the PAA and its representatives. Site Improvements - Surfaces • Engineered Wood ( “ Woof ” ) Fiber – Primary Dog Park Surface o Approximate square footage of 5,295 sq.ft. o Design Intent: Model ed based on the ‘ Woof Fi ber ’ product offered by Dog - On - It. o Follow manufactures recommendations for product depth . • G ift Brick / Donation Walk (A01 ) o Appr oximate square footage of 230 sq.f t. o P a vers donated / purchased by the general public in support of Dog Park fundraising. o Pavers shall be installed b y Landscape Sub - Cont ractor. o Blank pavers shall be installed in - lieu of donated pavers as required to fill walkway . ▪ Blank pavers shall be replaced with donated pavers as they become available . o P a ver color s shall compl e ment existing concrete and asphalt surfaces of Stayer Jr. Park. o C onnects to existing asphalt (E07) at base of existing bridge (E03) • Concrete Patio / Pad (A03) o Approximate square footage of 336 sq.ft. o Poured c o ncrete flatwork shall complement existing concrete surfaces of Stayer Jr. Park. o Min imum 4 ” thickness. Thickened edges may be necessary where the concrete meets the engineered wood fiber surface of the Dog Park. • Crushed Gravel/Limestone Pathway ( A15) o Approximate square footage of 416 sq. ft. o Walkway to provide access to existing park bench o C onnects to existing asphalt (E07) at base of existing bridge (E03) Site Improvements – Water • Potable Wa ter from local Hyd rant to Drinking Fountain o Approximate distance from existing hy drant to Drinking Fountain is 160 feet. o Design Intent: Modeled based on ‘ Elkay ezH2O Outdoor Bottle Filler w/Drinking Fountain & Pet Station ” ▪ Model # WBB 729414 ▪ Model number may vary based on free ze - resistant feature – freeze resistan ce shall be included ▪ Color T.B.D. Site Improvements – Plantings • Mature Trees w. Perman ent Decorative Pet Guard Collars (A10) o (6) mature trees, location per plan, shall be spa de - in. o Type T.B.D. – shall provide adequate shade and minimal ground litter / pet choking hazards o Account for trees being plante d prior to concrete fence curb installation ( A12) o See attached renderings for examples of the pet guard collar ▪ Design Intent: Metal, corrosion re sistant, with proper width & height to protect tree trunks from damage • Mature Bushes & Sh rubs o Type T.B.D. – shall provide dense foliage to prevent pets from running to fence corners at - speed • Grass o Repair and restore any grass sur faces damaged during construction Page 2 of 2 General Improvements • Per imeter Fencing w. Conc rete Curb/Frost Footing o The approximate length of fencing and concrete cur b, as drawn per plan, is 354 feet. o The height of the concrete curb shall be a minimum of 6 ” above the top of the finished Engineered Wood Fiber Primary Park Sur face ▪ This height shall be coordinated be tween the Landscape , Concrete , and Survey partners. o The width of the concrete curb shall be coordinated between the concrete provider and the fencing provider to ensure that fence post s can be affixed to, or embedded in, the curb without risk to damaging the curb o The curb shall be protected from frost heave by an appropriate footing /foundation depth, or by other approved, equitable means o Fencing sh all be set on, or affi xed to, the top of the curb ▪ Design Intent: The current design of the fence is for black - coated chain link ▪ Design Intent: The current height of th e fence is modeled as 3 ’ - 6 ” above the top of the curb. If 4 ’ height fencing is standard, please verify approval with the PAA. o Gates ( A 13 & A14 ) shall be provided per plan. ▪ The width of Mai ntenance Gates ( A14) shall be coordinated with the Landscape partner & the City of Plymouth to ensure a ccess for general maintenance, the application of the Engineered Wood Fiber Surf ace , and all other necessary park serv ices. ▪ Entrance Gates ( A13) shall be self - closing to create a double - gated entry for park patrons. • Dog Park Shelter o See page A 06 of the Plan Set for Section drawings indicating the Design Intent for the Shelter structure. o Overall Design Int ent as of the Plan Set dated 2026.01.30 is as follows: ▪ Tube - Steel Post, Beam , and Purl in Construction to match the fit & finish of the existing Stayer Jr. Park Band Shelter ▪ 2 x6 To ngue & Groove (T&G) roof decking, exposed & visible to the underside of the roof system ▪ Metal Roofing to match the fit & fini sh of the existing Stayer Jr. Park Band Shelter ▪ Decorative Signage to match the fit & finish of the “ Che ese Capital ” arch sign located on Eastern Ave. in Plymout h , over the Mullet River (i.e. ‘ Cheese ’ colored le t tering on a black background) o Provide LED lighting under the shelter roof structure o Provide LED illumination of the Decorative Signage • Curved Bench Seating w. Backrest o Concrete seat base , which shall be protected from frost heave by an appropriate footing /foundation depth, or by other approved, equitable means o Back rest material shall be made of rot - resistant wood, or equitable materials approved by the PAA o The ba ckrest support s are modeled as tube - stee l, powder coated black • General H uman Accommodations o (2) picnic tables o Pet waste bag station o Pet waste and general waste receptacle • General Pet Accommodations o Agility Equipme nt (A07) ▪ Modeled Agility E quipment , number of pieces, and locations are for visualization purposes only. ▪ Equipment providers shall provide recommendation s of equipment based on the size of the Dog Park , and shall seek approval from , and provide pricing estimates to, the PAA . o Decorative Fire Hydrants (A09) City of Plymouth 128 Smith St. - P.O. Box 107 Plymouth, WI 53073-0107 Telephone: (920) 893-3739 Facsimile: (920) 893-0183 Web Site: plymouthgov.com DATE: April 9, 2026 TO: Committee of the Whole FROM: Jack Johnston, Assistant City Administrator/Community Development Director RE: Discussion on Sign Code related to Projecting Signs Background: As part of the Henry Christopher Hotel project at the former 52 Stafford hotel, the developers have proposed two projecting signs for the property. One larger sign would be on Mill Street and would include the hotel’s name and logo and would include internal back-lit illumination. This sign is more of a “marquee” sign and would serve as a focal point of interest for the building and the intersection in all. The other sign would be circular and be on Stafford Street. This sign includes more of the same detail and theme, but is not as grand as it would not face Mill Street. As proposed, these two signs do not meet code as they both include internal illumination, or are too large (in the case of the sign along Mill Street). The signs may also project further from the building’s façade than what is allowed by Code. Staff would like to discuss the signs and see if the Committee of the Whole is interested in revising a portion of the City’s sign ordinance to allow these sorts of signs. This could include a multitude of options including the following: • Revising projecting sign ordinance to allow larger signs and internal illumination (staff does not recommend) • Differentiating “projecting signs” from “marquee signs” and defining how the City considers these two signs differently and where they are permissible and not (staff recommends) • Creating special exception language for sign applications that do not meet Code (staff recommends) Staff has included a slideshow presentation showcasing the options for the Committee to consider. If the ordinance is left unchanged, staff would have to deny the sign applications as presented since they do not meet code. This would leave only a variance through the Board of Appeals as the only option to approve the signs as presented. Staff Recommendation: Staff requests that the Committee of the Whole listen to the presentation on projecting and marquee signs. If the Committee would like to see an ordinance rewrite, staff requests the Committee direct staff to pursue writing a “special exception” ordinance or a “marquee sign” ordinance. Attachment: I. Presentation Sign Ordinance Discussion Projecting/Marquee Signs Committee of the Whole April 14, 2026 Current Ordinance Language: • Projecting identification signs not exceeding two sign faces per business shall be permitted, but not to exceed two such signs per building. [Such signs are limited to identifying the business name and street address only but may include the trademarked names or logos of products sold by the business provided the size of such logos and trademarks do not exceed one-half the size of the name of the business selling the trademarked products, excepting from such size limitation those businesses where the business name is trademarked (i.e. McDonald's, Hardee's, etc.)] Projecting signs fastened to, suspended from, or supported by a building shall not extend more than five feet, shall not be less than ten feet above the sidewalk nor less than 15 feet above a driveway or alley, and shall not exceed 20 square feet in size. Maximum height shall not exceed 15 feet or front of facade, whichever is less, and shall be located a minimum often feet from a side lot line. Projecting signs shall not be internally illuminated. Exterior neon lights shall be permitted, and are not considered as being internally illuminated. Projecting identification signs are not allowed in residential districts. Henry Christopher Hotel – Signage Proposal 52 square feet, with internal illumination Signage Proposal Continued 15.3 sq ft, but has internal illumination Other Communities • Sheboygan Falls • 48 sq ft max, must be at least 25’ from another projecting sign • In historic district, limit is 20 sq ft • Cedarburg • 24-32 sq ft max depending on zoning district • External illumination only • Port Washington • Sign size maximum based on number of feet of building frontage along ROW • i.e. building has 50’ of street frontage, projecting sign can be up to 50 sq ft • one projecting sign per business • internal illumination allowed, but discouraged; special exception process through the Plan Commission • Sheboygan • One projecting sign per business, 12 sq ft max, no internal illumination • Assessed annual fee if the sign projects into the right of way (over sidewalk) Items to Considers • Wall signs, ground signs, pole signs allow internal illumination • Any update to the municipal code would impact the whole City… language would have to be carefully considered • Process would be to work with Plan Commission on language over at least 2 meetings before coming back to Common Council for final ordinance • Current path forward: variance approval through Board of Appeals Possible Ordinance Revision Ideas • Differentiate “marquee” vs “projecting signs” in Code • Define “marquee sign” in Code • Marquee signs are more limited than projecting signs in terms of quantity, perhaps one per every other block or only for hotels, theaters, etc, allow internal illumination. Can be bigger than projecting signs • Revise Current Ordinance (size max increase and allow illumination); keep calling them “projecting” signs • Size – limit the size of the sign (in sq feet) to be equal or less than the linear frontage of the building); same rule for wall signs already in Code. • Special Exception language (similar to Port Washington) • Allow internal illumination/size increases of projecting signs (or other departures from code for sign applications) with Plan Commission approval and black-and-white “standards of approval”