County Board Meeting - Youth Government Day - Administration Center — Agenda Packet

1 COUNTY BOARD YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:00 AM ADMINISTRATION CENTER - ROOM A-204 121 W. MAIN STREET, PORT WASHINGTON WI The following business will be before the County Board for initiation, discussion, consideration, deliberation and possible formal action: The public can access the meeting by viewing the live stream on the County website, Agendas & Minutes page and select the meeting agenda date. The public can submit comments here: Public Comment Form Public Comment Policy & Instructions For Submitting Public Comments Online AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. COMMUNICATIONS 5. CLAIMS 6. WISCONSIN COUNTIES ASSOCIATION VIDEO "WHAT ARE COUNTIES" Jason Dzwinel, County Administrator 7. PRESENTATIONS a. Ozaukee County Government Background Jason Dzwinel, County Administrator b. Project Fund Update and Project Ranking Jason Dzwinel, County Administrator 8. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS 9. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND SUPERVISOR ANNOUNCEMENTS 10. ADJOURNMENT Persons with disabilities requiring accommodation for attendance at this meeting should contact the County Clerk’s Office at 262-284-8110, twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the meeting. Page 1 of 7 Item: 7.b. Agenda Item Information Sheet To: COUNTY BOARD From: Jason Dzwinel, County Administrator Meeting Date: March 18, 2026 Department/Office: Dept of Administration Item Name: Project Fund Update and Project Ranking Jason Dzwinel, County Administrator Summary: Project Fund summary requests. Recommended Action: None Attachments: 1. 2026 Project Fund Requests – Background Page 2 of 7 2026 Project Fund Requests – Background This outlines the departmental submissions approved by oversight committees for recommendation of capital and one-time projects for consideration by the Executive Committee. These projects focus on maintaining infrastructure, expanding park system amenities, improving public safety, modernizing technology, and addressing long-term community needs. These projects leverage outside funding where possible and emphasize preventative maintenance, operational efficiency, and quality-of-life improvements for residents and visitors. Committees are currently recommending allocations totaling just under $1.7 million from the Project Fund. The proposed investments include: • Parks improvements, including improved access to Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge, Security and safety enhancements, including expanded or upgraded video surveillance where appropriate. • Justice Center bulletproofing improvements, • Elevator upgrades, ensuring reliability, compliance, and long-term functionality in County facilities. Ranked Project Summary 1. Fredonia Brownfield Site Assessments Score: 680 Total Project Cost: $182,800 Project Fund Allocation: $40,000 Funding to conduct environmental assessments and remediation planning for the Waubeka Mill and Button Factory properties in the Town of Fredonia. The project will address contamination risks and support redevelopment and potential future public access to the Milwaukee River. The project leverages a WEDC Site Assessment Grant to complete site investigation and cleanup planning. 2. Lake Michigan Public Access Improvements (Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve) Score: 670 Total Project Cost: ~$599,999 Project Fund Allocation: $150,000 Page 3 of 7 Funding to construct a pedestrian bridge across Cedar Gorge and a staircase providing safe public access from the bluff to Lake Michigan. The project fulfills requirements associated with state and federal grants used to acquire the preserve and will expand recreational access to Lake Michigan along the Ozaukee County shoreline. 3. Information Technology Universal Power Supply Upgrades Score: 610 Total Project Cost: $260,000 Project Fund Allocation: $260,000 Funding to replace end-of-life UPS battery systems supporting County radio and network infrastructure across several tower and facility sites. These systems provide critical backup power to maintain communication and IT services during power outages and protect sensitive equipment from power spikes. 4. Saukville Property Acquisitions Score: 600 Total Project Cost: $412,500 Project Fund Allocation: $150,000 Funding to acquire approximately 40 acres of environmentally significant land in the Town of Saukville for incorporation into the County Park System. The project preserves wildlife habitat, protects environmentally sensitive lands, and supports future recreational amenities such as trails and fishing opportunities. The project leverages WDNR Stewardship and MMSD Greenseams grant funding. 5. Countywide Housing Study Score: 600 Total Project Cost: $76,000 Project Fund Allocation: $50,000 Funding to conduct a countywide housing study in partnership with municipalities and Ozaukee Economic Development. The study will analyze housing affordability, supply constraints, and demographic trends to help communities develop coordinated strategies to address workforce and housing availability challenges. With the exception of the City of Cedarburg who has recently conducted its own study, each municipality and the Ozaukee Economic Development Corporation have contributed funding to this effort. Page 4 of 7 6. County Parks Solar Installation Score: 580 Total Project Cost: $273,051 Project Fund Allocation: $173,000 Funding to install solar systems on nine County park buildings to offset electrical usage and reduce operating costs. Federal tax credits and energy incentives will offset approximately 37% of project costs, with projected annual energy savings of about $14,000 and long-term financial savings over the system’s life. 7. Justice Center Security Enhancements Score: 580 Total Project Cost: $115,636 Project Fund Allocation: $115,700 Funding to install bullet-resistant window film and add card-access security controls at several doors within the Justice Center complex. The project improves building security, enhances staff safety, and supports emergency response protocols. 8. Parks Skid Steer Replacement Score: 530 Total Project Cost: $100,000 Project Fund Allocation: $100,000 Funding to purchase a compact track loader to replace a damaged skid steer used throughout the County park system. The new equipment will improve efficiency in maintenance and development work across multiple park locations. 9. Range Asphalt Project – Sheriff’s Office Score: 470 Total Project Cost: $25,000 Project Fund Allocation: $25,000 Funding to install an asphalt apron at the Sheriff’s Office training range to replace deteriorating gravel surfaces. The improvement will reduce maintenance costs, prevent damage to facility flooring, and improve safety for staff and visitors. Page 5 of 7 10. Parks Batwing Mower Score: 470 Total Project Cost: $25,000 Project Fund Allocation: $25,000 Funding to purchase a commercial batwing mower to support mowing operations across the park system. The equipment will reduce mowing time, improve efficiency, and support maintenance of park grounds and recreational areas. 11. Parks Security Cameras – Virmond Stairway Score: 460 Total Project Cost: $25,000 Project Fund Allocation: $25,000 Funding to install security cameras at the Virmond Lake Michigan access stairway and HH Peters Youth Camp to reduce vandalism, monitor after-hours activity, and improve safety in high-use park areas. 12. Waubedonia Parks Paving Score: 450 Total Project Cost: $90,000 Project Fund Allocation: $90,000 Funding to repave approximately 952 feet of roadway within Waubedonia County Park that has deteriorated due to flooding and aging pavement. The project will improve safe access for campers and visitors while reducing ongoing maintenance costs. 13. Facilities – Justice Public Elevator Upgrades Score: 450 Total Project Cost: $275,000 Project Fund Allocation: $275,000 Funding to upgrade the Justice Center public elevator by replacing obsolete control systems, hydraulic power units, and elevator components. The modernization will improve reliability, ensure continued compliance with building codes, and prevent costly emergency repairs. Page 6 of 7 14. Parks Security Gates & Cameras – Existing Parks Score: 440 Total Project Cost: $200,000 Project Fund Allocation: $200,000 Funding to install automated gates and security cameras at entrances to Tendick Nature Park and Waubedonia County Park. The improvements will control after-hours access, reduce vandalism, and eliminate the need for staff to manually open and close park gates daily. Page 7 of 7