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MEETING: REGULAR MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY
COMMITTEE
DATE & TIME: Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
LOCATION: Germantown Village Hall Board Room
N112 W17001 Mequon Road
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Citizens not wishing to attend the meeting personally or virtually may submit any public comments by sending an email
to comments@germantownwi.gov by 4 p.m. on the day of the meeting so that it can be provided to the members of the body for their
consideration. Previously recorded Village Board Meeting Videos can be viewed at
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYp0EgELzTCa9X_iCohyhQ.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER: This meeting has been given public notice in accordance with
Section 19.83 and 19.84, Wis. Stats, in such form that will apprise the general public
and news media of subject matter that is intended for consideration and action.
II. ROLL CALL:
III. CITIZEN INPUT: (Please be advised per 19.84(2) that information and comment will
be received from the public. It is the policy of this municipality that public input be
limited to a four (4) minute period per person with a time extension granted at the
discretion of the Chairperson. Be advised that there may be limited discussion of the
information received but no action will be taken under public comments.) Comments
that may be injurious to village personnel or other individuals will not be allowed.
IV. MEETING MINUTES:
A. June 1, 2026, Meeting Minutes (ACTION)
B. June 15, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes (ACTION)
V. REPORTS (DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTED):
A. Police Monthly Report
B. Fire Department Monthly Report
C. Fire Department Building Project
D. Overtime Report
E. Policy Updates
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
VII. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Temporary Class "B" Beer/"Class B" Wine Application for Germantown
Historical Society's Oktoberfest, September 26-27, 2026 (ACTION)
B. One-Time Temporary Outdoor Entertainment Permit for Lynn Sterns,
W124N12127 Wasaukee Rd, on 08/22/2026 (ACTION)
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE AGENDA
July 6, 2026
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C. Police Department Budget Amendment for Insurance Proceeds, Grant
Revenues, Donations, and Sale of Handgun Revenues (ACTION)
D. ATV/UTV, E-bike, and E-Dirt Bike Usage in the Village (DISCUSSION)
E. New Flock PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) Camera at Kinderberg Park (DISCUSSION)
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
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 Village
Clerk at (262)250-4745 at least 2 days prior to the meeting.
Notice is hereby given that a possible quorum of other boards, committees, and/or commissions may attend this
meeting to gather information about an item over which they have decision-making responsibility. This may
constitute a meeting of these bodies per State ex rel. Badke v Greendale Village Board, even though these
bodies will not take formal action at this meeting.
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MEETING: AMENDED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PUBLIC
SAFETY COMMITTEE
DATE AND TIME:
Monday, Ju
ne 1, 2026 6:00 PM
LOCATION:
Germantown Vi
llage Hall Board Room
N112 W17001 Mequon Road
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER: This meeting has been given public notice in accordance with
Section 19.83 and 19.84, Wis. Stats, in such form that will apprise the general public
and news media of subject matter that is intended for consideration and action.
Chai
rperson Trustee Cutts called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.
II. ROLL CALL:
Present: Trustee Meg Cutts, Trustee Jolene Pieper, Trustee Patrick Kaiser, Trustee
Scott Hefle
Absent: None
Excused: None
Also Present: Police Chief Patrick Merten, Fire Chief John Delain, Administrative
Manager Amy Lerch, and Battalion Chief Cary Rodriguez, Battalion Chief Robert
Asmondy, and Battalion Chief Ryker Holms of the Germantown Fire Dept.
III. PRESENTATION OF LIFE-SAVING AWARDS:
Fire Chief Delain, Battalion Chief Asmondy, Battalion Chief Holms and Battalion Chief
Rodriguez came forward to present members of the GFD with a Life Saving Award for
Operations at a Cardiac Arrest Incident. A short reading was given regarding the
incident and the life-saving results for a Village resident. Those presented with the
Life Saving Award were: FF/MEDIC Shawn Schaffer, FF/MEDIC Victoria Obst,
FF/EMT Sam Schultz, FF/EMT Josh Lang.
IV. CITIZEN INPUT: (Please be advised per 19.84(2) that information and comment will
be received from the public. It is the policy of this municipality that public input be
limited to a four (4) minute period per person with a time extension granted at the
discretion of the Chairperson. Be advised that there may be limited discussion of the
information received but no action will be taken under public comments.) Comments
that may be injurious to village personnel or other individuals will not be allowed.
Lynne
Bednarz (Pawnee Ct) commented on the Police Building project, the Village
Budget and the excessive Outdoor Entertainment Permits allowed in the Village.
Melanie Smythe (Cedar La) commented on the budget amount set for the Police
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building project, and noted the 'IT review' item is missing from the meeting agenda.
James Breen (20th Street) commented on the outdoor entertainment permit allowed at
the Blackstone Creek Golf Course clubhouse.
V. MEETING MINUTES:
A. May 6, 2026 (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Hefle
Seconded By: Trustee Pieper
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
VI. REPORTS (DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTED):
A. Police Monthly Report
Chief Merten presented the monthly report and additional information. Call volume,
reports, and citations are up since this time last year.
Trustee Hefle asked if the volume increase is due to having more staff on shift to
reflect that increase (Yes).
Chief Merten also mentioned a recent accident at the Hwy 145 / Holy Hill Rd / Maple
Rd intersection. Extra patrols were carried out in May in that area (9 hours total) with
12 traffic enforcements and 40 violations, tickets and verbal warnings. A radar board
sign has been stationed near the intersection, expect an updated report next month.
Trustee Cutts asked for details regarding the 700% increase in noise complaints; Chief
Merten will research for next month.
B. Fire Department Monthly Report
Chief Delain reported there is no monthly report since the last-presented report at the
5/6/26 meeting, as June numbers will be ready this week.
Trustee Cutts asked about the cease & desist situation with the local music venue.
Chief Delain & Village personnel have met with the owners numerous times, working
to schedule building visit and get codes & permits. The owner has been very
cooperative.
C. Fire Department Building Project
Recent meeting with CG Schmidt, handout to Committee provided. Working on
preliminary budget & draws on cash flow.
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Trustee Hefle confirmed this is in research & choosing options phase right now? (Yes)
D. Overtime Report
Chief Merten reported OT is down since this time last year.
Trustee Hefle asked about the availability of the new recruits (August graduation, 16
weeks field training).
Trustee Pieper noted the OT & Policy Updates agenda items were initially added back
when staffing shortages caused more reporting.
Chief Delain reported OT is historically lower than this time last year, but up last month
due to vacations.
E. Policy Updates
No updates from Police or Fire.
VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
VIII. NEW BUSINESS:
A. 2026-2027 Junk Dealer Establishment Renewal Application: Waste
Management, W132N10487 Grant Dr (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
B. Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application: Old Germantown LLC for Hops
& Hounds event on July 10, 2026, at Homestead Hollow County Park
(ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
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C. Application for Appointment of Successor Agent: Aldi #67, N96W18838 County
Line Rd; Agent for Consideration: Theresa Reiger (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
D. 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License Renewal Applications (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Trustee Cutts asked if there were any concerns from Police or Fire (both: none)
Trustee Hefle asked for clarification as to annual renewals.
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
E. 2026-2027 Outside Premise Extension Renewal Applications (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Trustee Pieper noted this is a renewal of the permit duration only (annual).
Trustee Cutts asked if there were any concerns from Police or Fire (both: none)
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
F. Amended 2026-2027 Outside Premise Extension Application for Bixenberg
Tavern (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Trustee Cutts asked about the music on certain nights of the week. Jake Woller
(owner of Bixenberg Tavern) came forward to clarify there will be *no* music, just
extending the outdoor eating/drinking area to accommodate a summer bags league
and a dog-adoption event.
Trustee Cutts asked if there were any concerns from Police or Fire (both: none)
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Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
G. 2026-2027 Outdoor Entertainment Permit Applications for Annual Events
(ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Trustee Cutts asked if there were any concerns from Police or Fire (both: none)
Trustee Hefle asked for more information on this item.
Trustee Pieper invited Village Clerk Donna Cox to come forward. These are renewals,
nothing has changed from last year. Annual renewals (7/1 - 6/30).
Trustee Kaiser asked about removing item #5 (Tiny T's), to which Trustee Cutts
explained it would follow the 10pm quiet time for the Village.
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
H. 2026-2027 Outdoor Entertainment Permit Applications for One-Time Events
(ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
I. Contract award to MC Group, LLC for Owners Representation services related
to the Police Department building project. (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented for discussion
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Trustee Pieper has procedural concerns as to how this RFP was brought forward
without Board and Committee delegation.
Discussion ensued.
Motion: Table until next PSC meeting (6/15)
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
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Village Attorney Brian Sajdak came forward and suggested the corrective approach to
address this item.
Motion withdrawn by Trustee Pieper
Motion: Amend approving item in that it needs to go to Building Construction
Oversight Committee, then back to PSC
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle for discussion
Trustee Hefle asked for language change as the budget was not set at 35 million
(cannot, as not an item on this agenda)
Motion to Amend Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
Voting on Original Motion (with above amendment)
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
J. Police Department Budget Amendment for Insurance Proceeds & Grant
Revenue (ACTION)
Chief Merten provided information and background regarding this agenda item.
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
K. Harris XL-200 Radio Purchase (ACTION)
Chief Delain provided information and background regarding this agenda item.
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Trustee Pieper asked if this was with budgeted funds (Chief Delain: Yes, and less than
original proposed amount)
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
IX. ADJOURNMENT:
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Chairperson Trustee Cutts noted there will be a Special PSC meeting on 6/15/26 @
6:30pm or right after that evening's GGF meeting.
The next regular PSC meeting will be on 7/6/26 @ 6:00pm.
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MEETING: SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY
COMMITTEE
DATE AND TIME:
Monday, Ju
ne 15, 2026 6:30 PM
LOCATION:
Germantown Vi
llage Hall Board Room
N112 W17001 Mequon Road
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER: This meeting has been given public notice in accordance with
Section 19.83 and 19.84, Wis. Stats, in such form that will apprise the general public
and news media of subject matter that is intended for consideration and action.
Chai
rperson Trustee Cutts called the meeting to order at 6:35pm.
II. ROLL CALL:
Present: Trustee Meg Cutts, Trustee Jolene Pieper, Trustee Patrick Kaiser, Trustee
Scott Hefle
Absent: None
Excused: None
Also Present: Police Chief Patrick Merten, Administrative Manager Amy Lerch,
Village Clerk Donna Ott. Joining via Webex was Fire Chief John Delain.
III. CITIZEN INPUT: (Please be advised per 19.84(2) that information and comment will
be received from the public. It is the policy of this municipality that public input be
limited to a four (4) minute period per person with a time extension granted at the
discretion of the Chairperson. Be advised that there may be limited discussion of the
information received but no action will be taken under public comments.) Comments
that may be injurious to village personnel or other individuals will not be allowed.
There was
no Citizen Input.
IV. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Temporary Class "B" Beer Application for Germantown Area Chamber of
Commerce Business After Hours Event — July 15, 2026 (ACTION)
Motion
: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
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B. Application for Appointment of Successor Agent: Speedway #4465,
W178N9653 Riversbend Ln; Agent for Consideration: Sara Schimmel
(ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
C. Application for Appointment of Successor Agent: Speedway #4495,
W164N11233 Squire Dr; Agent for Consideration: Johnny Bradley (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
D. 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License Renewal Applications (ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Trustee Hefle confirmed there were no concerns from PD (none).
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Carried by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
E. 2026-2027 Delinquent Alcohol Beverage License Renewal Applications
(ACTION)
Motion: Approve as presented for discussion
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Committee discussion ensued regarding building ownership & building tenant.
Village Clerk Donna Ott provided information and background, as well as municipal
code requirements in these situations.
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Motion: Amend original to approve Matteo's license only
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Village Clerk Ott reminded Committee the Village cannot approve a license that
has outstanding debt.
Recommendation is to direct the village atty to commence a non-renewal
process for Matteo’s due to delinquent real estate taxes.
Discussion ensued regarding tax key association and owner name.
Motion: Amend to approve the Holy Hill Shell license.
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Hefle
Village Clerk Ott reminded the Committee they cannot issue a license to a
delinquent location.
Yes: None
No: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
Abstain: None
Motion Failed by Voice Vote (Yes 0, No 4, Abstained 0)
Discussion ensued.
Motion: Amend to direct the Village Attorney to proceed as discussed with
communications to Matteo’s.
Motioned By: Trustee Pieper
Seconded By: Trustee Kaiser
Yes: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
No: None
Abstain: None
Motion Passed by Voice Vote (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0)
Committee returned to discussion of original motion.
Yes: None
No: Trustee Cutts, Trustee Pieper, Trustee Kaiser, Trustee Hefle
Abstain: None
Motion Failed by Voice Vote (Yes 0, No 4, Abstained 0)
V. ADJOURNMENT:
Chairperson Trustee Cutts noted the next PSC meeting will be Monday, 7/6/26 @
6:00pm.
Meeting was adjourned at 6:45pm.
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2026 FIRE OT
OT HRS OT PAID COMP HRS OT COMP
JAN 211.00 10,153.30$ 53.00 2,030.76$
FEB 360.00 17,112.06$ 38.25 1,483.44$
MAR 457.75 22,009.27$ 71.00 2,837.06$
APR 422.00 19,018.38$ 121.00 4,421.20$
MAY 502.25 23,026.95$ 64.00 2,473.15$
JUN - -$ - -$
JUL - -$ - -$
AUG - -$ - -$
SEP - -$ - -$
OCT - -$ - -$
NOV - -$ - -$
DEC - -$ - -$
TOTAL 1,953.00 91,319.96 347.25 13,245.61
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2026 POLICE UNION OT
OT HRS OT PAID COMP HRS OT COMP
JAN 65.25 4,583.90$ 53.00 $3,672.16
FEB 83.25 5,633.78$ 74.75 $5,024.03
MAR 283.00 19,196.83$ 83.50 $5,146.76
APR 171.75 11,813.50$ 66.25 $4,440.29
MAY 129.75 8,583.28$ 93.00 $5,840.85
JUN 291.25 19,435.16$ 95.00 $6,094.95
JUL - -$ - $0.00
AUG - -$ - $0.00
SEP - -$ - $0.00
OCT - -$ - $0.00
NOV - -$ - $0.00
DEC - -$ - $0.00
TOTAL 1,024.25 69,246.45$ 465.50 30,219.02$
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2026 POLICE SGT OT
OT HRS OT PAID COMP HRS OT COMP
JAN 27.50 2,209.76$ 8.25 $662.93
FEB 28.00 2,249.94 11.50 924.08
MAR 68.75 5,524.41 12.50 1,004.44
APR 45.50 3,656.15 8.50 683.02
MAY 50.00 4,017.75 22.25 1,787.90
JUN 89.75 7,211.86 27.50 2,209.76
JUL - - - -
AUG - - - -
SEP - - - -
OCT - - - -
NOV - - - -
DEC - - - -
TOTAL 309.50 24,869.87$ 90.50 $7,272.13
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BUSINESS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026
PLACEMENT: Action Item
ITEM TITLE: Temporary Class "B" Beer/"Class B" Wine Application for
Germantown Historical Society's Oktoberfest, September 26-27,
2026 (ACTION)
SUBMITTED BY:
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
ATTACHMENT:
1. Redacted Oktoberfest 09.26.26-09.27.26 Temp Class B-Beer and Wine
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ACTION BY COMMITTEE:
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BUSINESS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026
PLACEMENT: Action Item
ITEM TITLE: One-Time Temporary Outdoor Entertainment Permit for Lynn
Sterns, W124N12127 Wasaukee Rd, on 08/22/2026 (ACTION)
SUBMITTED BY: Kasie Miller, Chief Deputy Clerk
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Lynn Sterns, resident of W124N12127 Wasaukee Rd, has submitted an application for
a One-Time Temporary Outdoor Entertainment Permit for a private wedding reception
held at their residence on August 22, 2026, from 5:00PM until 11:00PM. A 30 ft by 60 ft
tent will be used as shelter for guests and for the DJ to play amplified music. Five-
hundred foot notices were mailed to adjacent property owners on 06/16/2026.
The Police, Fire, and Community Development Departments reviewed this application
and do not have any formal recommendations.
ATTACHMENT:
1. Sterns Temp 1 Day_Redacted
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the One-Time Temporary Outdoor Entertainment Permit Application for Stern's
residence private wedding reception on 08/22/2026.
ACTION BY COMMITTEE:
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BUSINESS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
GERMANTOWN, WI
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Action Item
ITEM TITLE: 2026 Police Department Budget Amendment to Account for Insurance
Proceeds, Grant Revenue Offsetting Previously Unbudgeted
Expenditures, and Sale of Old Department Handguns
SUBMITTED BY: Chief Patrick Merten
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
CVMIC Insurance Payments for Damaged Squad Vehicle s
• The Village received $300.00 in insurance proceeds from CVMIC related to recently
damaged squad vehicle.
• The funds will be used to offset the replacement and repair costs associated with the
affected vehicles.
WI DOJ Body Armor Reimbursement
• The Village received $2,559.85 in Wisconsin Department of Justice Body Armor
reimbursement funds to support officer safety with ballistic protection.
• The funds will offset ballistic vest uniform expenses incurred in 2026.
Sale of Old Department Handguns
• The Village received $5,000.00 for the sale of handguns that Kettle Moraine Precision
sold for the village.
• I am asking for the funds to be used to offset the cost of purchasing new patrol rifle
weapon mounted lights.
Donations to Police Department
• The Police Department received a donation from a resident in the amount of $1,500.00
to be used towards patrol rifle weapon mounted lights.
• The funds will offset the cost of the new weapon mounted lights.
Budget Adjustment
• Increase General Fund - PD Squad Maintenance & Repairs (10541000-552700) $300.00
• Increase General Fund – PD Uniforms (10541000-531450) $2,559.85
• Increase General Fund – Protective Supplies (10542000-531560) $6,500.00
o Sale of Guns - $5,000.00
o Donations - $1,500.00
Fiscal Impact
There is no net impact on the General Fund, as the additional e xpenditures are fully offset by
corresponding insurance reimbursements, grant revenues, donations, and sale of equipment.
ATTACHMENT: ORDINANCE___ RESOLUTION_____ OTHER_____
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Police Department budget amendment as outlined above to
ensure accurate financial reporting and proper use of restricted or reimbursed funds.
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BUSINESS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026
PLACEMENT: Discussion
ITEM TITLE: ATV/UTV, E-bike, and E-Dirt Bike Usage in the Village
(DISCUSSION)
SUBMITTED BY: Patrick Merten, Police Chief
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
ATTACHMENT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ACTION BY COMMITTEE:
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BUSINESS OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026
PLACEMENT: Discussion
ITEM TITLE: New Flock PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) Camera at Kinderberg Park
(DISCUSSION)
SUBMITTED BY: Patrick Merten, Police Chief
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
ATTACHMENT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
ACTION BY COMMITTEE:
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Source: Village of Germantown website. First collected Oct 7, 2026.