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BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD APRIL 20 , 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 6:00pm. I. Roll Call Present: President Montgomery, Trustees Greaves, Johnson, Owens , Thompson and Woods Also Present : Village Attorney Nathan Bayer , Village Manager Tyler Burkart , Public Works Director Matthew Maederer, Police Chief Peter Nimmer, Community Services Director Nate Piotrowski , Deputy Clerk Jennifer Schlidt and Village Clerk Caren Brustmann II. Persons Desiring to be Heard Dennis Griffin of 8159 N. 38 th Street expressed concerns regarding the proposed ordinances on property nuisance and lawn maintenance , particularly regarding the native plants and obnoxious weeds. Jim Farmer of 8041 N. Cedarburg Road expressed that the public should be allowed to make comments on each agenda item rather than just during the persons desiring to be heard period. He also expressed concerns regarding the native plants and obnoxious weeds pertaining to the ordinances. Nels Bjorkquist of 1509 N. Prospect Avenue presented on behalf of the adult family home at 8484 N. 66 th street, requesting an exception from the population-based restrictions due to the facility ’s history of operation. Amy Porter of 5326 W. Silver Leaf Lane raised concerns about ongoing sewage backup issues during the most recent rainfall events. III. Elected Officials & Staff Reports A ) Present and Consider Village Board Proclamation of Recognition and Remembrance for Renee Booker President Montgomery read verbatim the proclamation of recognition and remembrance to honor Renee Booker. His service to the community, including his role as Village Trustee and involvement in various committees, was recognized. It was moved by Trustee Owens and seconded by Trustee Thompson to accept the proclamation of recognition and remembrance for Renee Booker. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. IV. Consent Agenda A ) Consideration of Minutes – April 6, 2026 B ) Consider Approval of Village Board to Board, Commission, and Committee Appointments C ) Consider Appointment of a Vice Chair for the 2026-27 Village Board Meetings D ) Consider Approval of 2026 Goals for the Village Manager E ) Consider Disallowance of Claim – Chris Hynes vs. Village of Brown Deer F) Consider Approval of a Lease with F Street Group for Parking Along Deerwood Drive G ) Consider Approval of the Professional Services Agreement w/ Sigma Group for Construction Inspection Services – Village Hall MMSD Green Infrastructure (GI) Parking Lot Project Trustee Owens requested Item F of the consent agenda be removed for further discussion. A motion to approve the consent agenda as amended was made prior to discussion. It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Woods to approve the consent agenda as amended . The motion was carried unanimousl y . Discussion continued regarding the lease agreement with F Street Group for parking along Deerwood Drive. The proposed lease agreement included up to 56 parking stalls, which raised concern as the extension of the parking stalls would be constructed beyond F Street ’s property ownership . Concerns were also raised regarding the lease terms, including the lack of early termination clauses. It was suggested to limit the parking stalls to the property line owned by F Street for the Village 43 apartments. It was moved by Trustee Owens and seconded by Trustee Greaves to approve the lease with F Street Group for parking along Deerwood Drive with the amendment to limit parking stalls to the end of the Village 43 apartment property. The motion carried with Trustee Johnson abstaining. V. New Business A) Consider Appeal for Denial of Occupancy for a Community Living Arrangement at 8484 N. 66th Street pursuant to Village of Brown Deer Resolution No. 25-10 Declaring the State of Wisconsin Shall No Longer Approve Any Community Living Arrangement for Brown Deer Without Meeting Certai n Village Requirement Mr. Piotrowski introduced the request for an exception to operate an adult family home at 8484 N. 66 th Street which has been operating since 2003, however, ceased operation in 2023. A resolution was passed in 2025 limiting the establishment of new community living arrangements. Nels Bjorkquist, attorney representing owners, noted the property had been vacant for about a year after losing its previous operator due to funding challenges. Mr. Bjorkquist requested exceptions to being within 2,500 feet of an existing facility and to any applicable population- based restrictions. It was noted this establishment had been in operation for over 23 years. It was moved by Trustee Johnson and seconded by Trustee Thompson to deny the appeal of occupancy for a community living arrangement at 8484 N. 66 th Street pursuant to resolution no. 25-10 declaring the State of Wisconsin shall no longer approve any community living arrangement for Brown Deer without meeting certain village requirements. The motion carried 5-1 with Trustee Woods opposing. B) Consider Approval of Ordinance No. 26-04: An Ordinance Creating a Property Maintenance Code Establishing Minimum Standards for Maintenance, Appearance, and Condition of all Residential and Nonresidential Properties, Including but Not Limited to Mixed-Use Properties, Commercial Properties, Business Properties, and Industrial Properties Mr. Burkart explained this ordinance would create a property maintenance code establishing minimum standards for residential and non-residential properties. The ordinance outlines maintenance responsibilities for owners or occupants and authorizes inspections or enforcement by village officials. It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Owens to approve ordinance no. 26-04 creating a property maintenance code establishing minimum standards for maintenance, appearance, and condition of all residential and nonresidential properties, including but not limited to mixed-use properties, commercial properties, business properties, and industrial properties. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. C) Consider Approval of Ordinance No. 26-05: An Ordinance Creating Standards for Lawn and Yard Maintenance This item was tabled to allow for further discussion amongst staff. D) Consider Approval of Ordinance No. 26-06: An Ordinance Amending Sections of Chapter 38, “ Nuisances, ” of the Village of Brown Deer Municipal Code to be Consistent with the Newly Create d Lawn and Yard Maintenance Standards This item was tabled to allow for further discussion amongst staff. E) Consider Approval of Ordinance No. 26-07: An Ordinance Updating Chapter 46 – Solid Waste & Recycling. Mr. Maederer stated the WI DNR has updated language to reflect changes in the recycle rule revision. This ordinance would update the language accordingly within the municipal code and maintain DNR funding. It was moved by Trustee Woods and seconded by Trustee Owens to approve ordinance no. 26-07 updating chapter 46 – solid waste and recycling. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. F) Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-02: A Resolution Declaring World Migratory Bird Day in the Village of Brown Deer Mr. Maederer expressed this is an annual resolution that raises awareness of wildlife in our community and supports habitats that help birds thrive. It was moved by Trustee Greaves and seconded by Trustee Thompson to approve resolution no. 26-02 declaring World Migratory Bird Day in the Village of Brown Deer. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. G) Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-03 Proclaiming Monday, May 11th, 2026 as Arbor Day Mr. Maederer stated 2026 will be the Village ’s 30 th year as Tree City. The annual Arbor Day celebration will take place on Monday, May 11 th at 1:00pm at the Village Hall. A symbolic Arbor Day tree will be planted and designated with a sign and the Tree City flag. It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Owens to approve resolution no. 26-03 proclaiming Monday, May 11 th , 2026, as Arbor Day. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. H) Review & Comment on the WPDES NR216 and MMSD Ch. 13 Annual Report for the Activities of Calendar Year 2025 Mr. Maederer provided an update on recent flooding issues, highlighting problem areas of Silverleaf Ln. / Glenbrook Rd., 61 st St. / Darnell Ave., and 59 th St. / Range Ave. An emergency repair may also be needed for a collapsed storm sewer pipe near the school district. Mr. Maederer also reviewed the annual report for stormwater management program and compliance with the North Shore group permit. No action was taken. I) Consider Offer to Purchase with Donut Monster, LLC Jackie and Sarah Woods, owners of Donut Monster, LLC, presented their proposal to purchase and operate Donut Monster and Brute Pizza at 8725 N. Deerwood Drive. They outlined their vision to operate a family friendly business that would serve as their corporate kitchen, create jobs, and increase foot traffic in the area. Details were presented about a proposed build-out, estimating costs up to $250,000.00. The business plans to operate Monday through Wednesday with Donut Monster opening at 8 :00 am and Brute Pizza at 3 :00 pm . Discussion was to continue in closed session regarding their offer to purchase. No action was taken. VII. Recess into Closed Session Pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) for the Following Reasons : (e) for the purpose of deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session – offer to purchase with Donut Monster, LLC It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Greaves to recess into closed session at 8:12pm pursuant to Wis. Stat . §19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session to consider an offer to purchase with Donut Monster, LLC . The motion was carried unanimously. VIII. Reconvene into Open Session for Possible Action on Closed Session Deliberations It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Owens to reconvene into open session at 8:48pm. IX. Adjournment It was moved by President Montgomery to adjourn at 8:48 p.m. Caren Brustmann Village Cler k