Fourth of July Commission — Minutes

May 27, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER There being a quorum, 8 commissioners were present, Polly Oldenburg called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. Commissioners Present: (UPDATE) Polly Oldenburg, Nancy Perkins, Lori Doyle, Wendy Testin, Marlyene Pfeiffer, Michael Mazzoni, Nancy Bertsch, Kathy Erickson arrived at 6:22pm, Marc Meyer. Also in Attendance: (UPDATE) Julie Cordero (Educational Foundation of NB), Chief Mark O’Connor (NBFD), Bobby Reid (NB Lions), Katheryn Georgoulis (Pie Contest Lead), Bob Rafel (Prospect Lions), Katie Roth (Recreation Manager), John Schoeber (Muscular Dystrophy), Captain Jason Chilicki (NB PD). ROLL CALL; DECLARATION OF QUORUM; PUBLIC NOTICE APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: To approve the minutes from April 22, 2026. VOTE: Motion by: Nancy Perkins Seconded by: Marlene Pfeiffer MOTION PASSED: 8-0 FINANCIAL REPORT ITEM: Monthly Activity and Financial Report MOTION: To approve the Financials as presented. VOTE: Motion by: Wendy Testin Seconded by: Mike Mazzoni MOTION PASSED: 8-0 Notes: $432.46 Culvers Fundraiser received $79 in cash donations at Culver's event $87,114 in donations to-date $3,093 in in-kind donations $20,000 additional donations needed CELEBRATION 2026 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on commissioner t-shirts. MOTION: The 4th of July commission would pay the art fee, up to $80 and the commissioners would pay for their own shirts. Logo would be adjusted to simplify design. VOTE: Motion by: Mike Mazzoni Seconded by: Lori Doyle MOTION PASSED: 8-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on NBW Mocktail Sales. MOTION: To approve New Berlin West Players Booster Mocktail sales outside of East Tent July 3rd to offer Taylor Swift Inspired Mocktails in conjunction with Sparks Fly Band at no additional fee, but paying for electrical if it is required. VOTE: Motion by: Nancy Bertsch Seconded by: Lori Doyle MOTION PASSED: 8-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on additional entertainment on the grounds. MOTION: To approve Frozen Dremz with a limited menu to not conflict with other vendors on grounds. VOTE: Motion by: Kathy Erickson Seconded by: Wendy Testin MOTION PASSED: 8-0 Lori Doyle left at 6:32 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on additional entertainment. MOTION: To approve John Griffin- Solid Ground- North Tent Entertainment on July 4th from 7:00- 9:00pm- $0 fee, bringing in his own platform and sound. System with 1-20 amp provided by New Berlin 4th of July. No Alcohol allowed in North Tent. VOTE: Motion by: Kathy Erickson Seconded by: Nancy Perkins MOTION PASSED: 7-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on additional entertainment. MOTION: To approve True North (Martial Arts Studio) on Friday, July 3rd from 4-8pm (Ages 4-12 Demonstrations) application fee is $300 with request that they bring the photo booth and Battle Tested Pro Wrestling Group (Near Diamond 2) July 3rd 5pm-6pm we would pay $1500. VOTE: Motion by: Nancy Perkins Seconded by: Wendy Testin MOTION PASSED: 7-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on additional entertainment. MOTION: To approve Party-On Rentals for form party $463.05, date and time to be determined by July 4th Coordinator to fit best in the 4th of July Schedule. VOTE: Motion by: Mike Mazzoni Seconded by: Marc Meyer MOTION PASSED: 7-0 Notes: No Face painter currently MOTION: To not offer facepainting at this year's event. VOTE: Motion by: Kathy Erickson Seconded by: Nancy Perkins MOTION PASSED: 7-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on parade entries. MOTION: To approve Princess Meet and Greet for parade and meet and greet at readjusted cost of $320. . VOTE: Motion by: Kathy Ericson Seconded by: Marc Meyer MOTION PASSED: 7-0 ITEM: Discussion and possible vote on parade entries. MOTION: To approve Clowns of Waukesha- Milly and Silly ($125), Aaron Henning Circus Juggler & Whistles on Wheels ($450) Calliope ($550), Tripoli Shrine Clowns ($300). VOTE: Motion by: Kathy Erickson Seconded by: Marlene Pfeiffer MOTION PASSED: 7-0 Notes: Total of 62 entries currently, needs 3 golf carts with no tops for mascots and clowns COMMUNICATIONS ITEM: Discussion regarding new parade staging route. ITEM: Reminder Monday, June 1st New Berlin Culvers fundraiser. Wear comfortable shoes and NB4 commissioner t-shirt and secure your hair. NEXT COMMISSION MEETING DATE ITEM: Next meeting date is Wednesday, June 24th at 6:00 pm in the Willow Room of the New Berlin ARC located at 15321 W National Avenue, New Berlin. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: To adjourn the meeting at 7:36 VOTE: Motion by: Marlene Pfeiffer Seconded by: Kathy Erickson MOTION PASSED: 7-0 Respectfully Submitted, Lori Doyle, Secretary