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Village of Brown Deer · Milwaukee County · meeting of Jun 15, 2026 · Minutes
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BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD
JUNE 1 5 , 202 6 MEETING MINUTES
HELD AT THE BROWN DEER VILLAGE HALL
4800 WEST GREEN BROOK DRIVE
The meeting was called to order by President Montgomery at 6:0 0 pm.
I. Roll Call
Present: President Montgomery, Trustees Edelen, Greaves , Johnson, Owens , Thompson and
Woods
Also Present : Village Attorney Nathan Bayer , Village Manager Tyler Burkart , Community Services
Director Nate Piotrowsk i, Director of Public Works Matthew Maederer, and Village Clerk
Caren Brustmann
II. Persons Desiring to be Heard
Jim Farmer of 8041 N. Cedarburg Road expressed expressing disapproval of taxpayer-funded project s
such as the Village 43 apartments and the proposed commercial development at 4200 W. Brown Deer
Road. Mr. Farmer suggested presenting a strategic development plan that includes details of proposed
businesses and timelines.
III. Elected Officials & Staff Reports
No action was taken.
IV. Special Presentation
Ms. Brustmann swore in Village Trustee Tashanda Edelen. She was welcomed by the Village Board!
V. Consent Agenda
A ) Consideration of Minutes – June 1, 2026
B ) Accept May 2026 Voucher Statement
C ) Consider Approval of 2026-2027 Liquor License and Fermented Malt Beverage Renewals
D ) Consider Appointment of Trustee Edelen to the Finance & Personnel Committee
E ) Consider Approval of Sick Leave Donation Program Update
F) Consider Approval of the Purchase of New Kubota Extended Bed Equipment & Re-
allocation of Remaining 2026 CIP Funds for Village Hall A/C Chiller
G ) Consider Shared Employee Agreement with City Water for Human Resources and Benefits
Administration Services
H ) Consider Janitorial Cleaning Service Agreement with Gibb Building Maintenance Company,
Inc.
Item H was removed from the consent agenda to further clarify language included in the agreement.
It was moved by Trustee Owens and seconded by Trustee Woods to approve the consent agenda as
amended with the removal of item H . The motion was carried unanimousl y .
Item H from the consent agenda was then heard. Mr. Burkart stated the original agreement included
language that if terminated, the Village would owe 5% of costs. This language was later removed from
the agreement. Trustee Woods inquired about the service frequencies for each building. Mr. Burkart
stated the agreement will need to be modified by Gibb to include the frequency language.
It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Greaves to approve the janitorial
cleaning service agreement with Gibb Building Maintenance Company, Inc. subject to service
frequencies being included. The motion was carried unanimously.
VI. New Business
A) Consider Approval of the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) and Adoption
of Resolution No. 26-06: Authorizing Submittal to the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources (WDNR)
Mr. Maederer provided an update on the Village ’s sanitary sewer system, reporting two sanitary sewer
overflows in 2025. These overflows occurred during significant storms. Upcoming projects were also
outlined including lateral pipe replacement and lift station replacement.
It was moved by Trustee Owens and seconded by Trustee Thompson to approve the Compliance
Maintenance Annual Report and adopt Resolution No. 26-06 authorizing submittal to the Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources. The motion carried unanimously by a roll call vote.
B) Discuss Conceptual Review of Commercial Development Concepts for 4200 W. Brown
Deer Road
Mr. Piotrowski reviewed three concept plans for the former US Bank site, with all plans including a 1.7-
acre car wash with an enclosed vacuum bay. The three concepts presented show possible retail, fast
food, or sit-down restaurant uses for the site.
Mitch Hohlen, Director of Development for Woodsonia Real Estate, was present via zoom, and
emphasized that Jilly ’s Car Wash was the preferred user for the car wash due to their local presence
and willingness to invest in an enclosed vacuum bay. Mr. Hohlen presented other examples of
successful car wash locations in the Milwaukee area. He emphasized that Jilly's Car Wash would serve
as a complementary business to attract customers from other areas, particularly those visiting Target
and other retail businesses in the development.
Jon Zimmerman, owner of Jilly ’s Car Wash, emphasized the importance of creating a high-quality site
plan for the development, as it ’s the first impression for the community. Mr. Zimmerman highlighted the
enclosed vacuum area and consideration of premium amenities within the enclosed area. It was
described as enclosed vacuums, mat cleaners, and restrooms for a year-round experience. Mr.
Zimmerman emphasized their willingness to invest $6 million in the project, noting their business model
works well with recurring customers who learn the access pattern.
Discussion followed by the board with focus on providing feedback on the conceptual plan, with no
formal motion required. Concerns about traffic flow impact and the suitability of a car wash location in
Brown Deer was discussed. The board agreed to support the general concept of Jilly's Car Wash with
Plan 1, contingent on bringing a sit-down restaurant to the east side of the property . Trustees Greaves,
Thompson, Owens, and President Montgomery expressed support of the concept, allowing Jilly ’s Car
Wash to proceed with future development at 4200 W. Brown Deer Road.
No action was taken.
C) Consider Approval of a Development Agreement with Woodsonia Real Estate for a Mixed
Use Commercial and Residential Building at Riverside Landing, 9044 N. Green Bay
Road
Mr. Piotrowski expressed this development agreement includes apartment units featuring studios, one
bedroom, two bedrooms, and three bedrooms. A parking lot would divide commercial use from
residential use. The proposed plan does not include garages, and residents would not need to pay extra
for parking in the lot.
It was moved by Trustee Greaves and seconded by Trustee Thompson to approve the development
agreement with Woodsonia Real Estate for a mixed use commercial and residential building at
Riverside Landing, 9044 N. Green Bay Road. The motion was carried unanimously.
D) Consider Approval of a Development Agreement with Woodsonia Real Estate for the
Acquisition and Redevelopment of 4000 W. Brown Deer Road
Mr. Piotrowski expressed the Village previously issued an RFP for the acquisition and redevelopment of
4000 W. Brown Deer Road and after review propose the selected plan from Woodsonia Real Estate.
The agreement includes 6,000 square feet of commercial space, a community plaza, and 150
residential units. The guaranteed values begin at $26.6 million once construction is complete by the end
of 2030. Discussion followed with a public art allocation being included in the proposed development.
It was moved by Trustee Johnson and seconded by Trustee Thompson to approve the development
agreement with Woodsonia Real Estate for the acquisition and redevelopment of 4000 W. Brown Deer
Road with the addition of $100,000 invested into public art. The motion was carried unanimously.
E) Discuss July 6 Village Board Meeting
Mr. Burkart confirmed a Village Board meeting on July 6 will be held and confirmed members ’
attendance.
VII. Adjournment
It was moved by President Montgomery to adjourn at 8:1 3 p.m.
Caren Brustmann
Village Cler k
Source: Village of Brown Deer website. First collected Oct 16, 2026.