Agenda for Special Common Council Meeting

1 Regular Council Meeting March 3, 2026 AGENDA FOR REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF SUPERIOR, WISCONSIN March 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Government Center, Board Room 201, 1316 N 14th Street, Superior, WI 54880 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ROLL CALL 3. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Public Hearing to request comments on Community Development needs and Fair Housing Choice. 3.2. Superior Historic Properties Presentation with Museums Director Jess McCullough and Museum Manager Jordan Stish. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1. February 3, 2026 – Regular Council Meeting 5. CORRESPONDENCE TO BE FILED 5.1. 2025 Stormwater Annual Report. 6. MAYOR’S REPORT 6.1. Report from Mayor Paine 7. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS 7.1. Human Resources Committee (Meeting held February 23, 2026) Report from the Chair. RECOMMENDATIONS: 7.1.1. Fill the Student Worker/Intern position in 2026 in the Information Technology department to assist with GIS data work. 7.1.2. Update Non-Union Salary and Benefits Policy/Handbook, Section 15 B language to pay out accrued compensatory time upon non-retirement separation of employment. 7.2. Public Works Committee (Meeting held February 5, 2026) Report from the Chair. [20260303R 1] 2 Regular Council Meeting March 3, 2026 RECOMMENDATIONS: 7.2.1. Approve O26-4417, an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 114, Utilities, Article VI - Public Water Utility to Create Division 3 – Lead Service Line Replacement. 7.2.2. Approve the purchase and installation of two Burke Nucleus Modular Play Structures and stand-alone playground features for Hammond Park in the amount of $153,421.90 from Lee Recreation, LLC. 7.2.3. Waive the bidding requirements and purchase 530 garbage carts from Cascade Engineering in the amount of $28,790.00. 7.3. Finance Committee (Meeting held February 24, 2026) Report from the Chair. 7.4. Licenses and Fees Committee (Meeting held February 23, 2026) Report from the Chair. RECOMMENDATIONS: 7.4.1 Approve O26-4416, an ordinance amending City Code, Chapter 18 – Amusements, Article II - Coin-Operated Amusement Devices to remove requirement for license to own or operate coin-operated devices. 7.5. Public Safety Committee (Meeting held February 19, 2026) Report from the Chair. 7.6. Committee of the Whole Meeting (No meeting to report) 8. SPECIAL COMMITTEE REPORTS 8.1. REPORTS WITH RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1.1. Wisconsin Point Committee (Meeting held February 24, 2026) Report from the Chair. RECOMMENDATIONS: 8.1.1.1. Accept grant funding awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the amount of $100,000.00 for planning and design for a WI Point Cultural Connections trail with interpretive signage and amenities. 8.2. REPORTS SANS RECOMMENDATIONS [20260303R 2] 3 Regular Council Meeting March 3, 2026 8.2.1. Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities (Meeting held December 15, 2025) Report from the Chair. 8.2.2. Mayor’s Commission on Communities of Color (Meeting held January 12, 2026) Report from the Chair. 8.2.3. Public Art Commission (Meeting held February 5, 2026) Report from the Chair. 8.2.4. Police & Fire Commission (Meeting held February 11, 2026) Report from the Chair. 8.2.5. Golf Course Committee (Meeting held February 19, 2026) Report from the Chair. 8.2.6. Plan Commission (Meeting held February 24, 2026) Report from the Chair. 9. OLD BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS 10.1 Approve miscellaneous licenses pending department approvals. 10.2 Confirm Patrick Rohde as Chief Building Inspector effective July 6, 2026. 10.3 Approve an original Class “B” Liquor and Class “B” Beer license application for The Engelking Corporation, dba Port Town Tavern located at 1318 Tower Avenue (Agent: Jeremy Engelking) for current license period through June 30, 2026. 10.4 Approve R26-13861, a resolution setting a public hearing on April 14, 2026, for the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). 10.5 Approve R26-13862, a resolution authorizing the submittal of a State Grant application by Mayor Jim Paine and the subsequent appropriation of City funds for a Municipal Flood Control Grant Project to support a flood mitigation and riparian restoration project along Faxon Creek, including stream stabilization and protection of municipal infrastructure. 10.6 Approve O26-4414, an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 112, Traffic Code, Schedule J, Accessible Parking Zones, Add Accessible Parking Sign (one side) at [20260303R 3] 4 Regular Council Meeting March 3, 2026 1203 ½ North 6th Street. 10.7 Approve O26-4415, an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 112, Traffic Code, Schedule J, Accessible Parking Zones, Add Accessible Parking Sign (do not block sidewalk) at 2223 Banks Avenue. 10.8 Approve R26-13863, a resolution Providing for the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of $10,000,000.00 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A, of the City of Superior, Wisconsin; Establishing the Terms and Conditions Therefor; Directing Their Execution and Delivery; Creating a Debt Service Account Therefor; and Awarding the Sale Thereof. 10.9 Contract with Clarity Movement Co. in the amount of $6,189.00 to carry out community air monitoring project and accept the associated American Geophysical Union Thriving Earth Exchange reimbursement. 11. BUSINESS BY PUBLIC Due to the requirements of the Wisconsin Open Meetings laws, only matters placed on this agenda may be approved by the Council at this meeting. Citizens who wish to address the council may do so during Business by Public by signing up with the city clerk and indicating the agenda item they wish to address. All comments by members of the public shall be limited to three minutes in length. Electioneering or personal attacks are not allowed. The City of Superior complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need an accommodation to participate in the public meeting process, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (715) 395 -7200 (OR dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Service) prior to the scheduled meeting. The city will attempt to ac commodate any reasonable request depending on the amount of notice received. In compliance with Wisconsin Open Meetings Law, this agenda was posted on 02/27/2026 at the following locations: Superior Government Center, Douglas County Courthouse, and online at https://www.superiorwi.gov/agendacenter. It was also emailed to the Superior Telegram and the Superior Public Library. [20260303R 4] 1 Regular Council Meeting February 3, 2026 PROCEEDINGS OF THE REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF SUPERIOR, WISCONSIN February 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Government Center, Board Room 201, 1316 N 14th Street, Superior, WI 54880 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ROLL CALL Present: Nick Ledin, Sarah Anderson, Garner Moffat, Jack Sweeney, Brent Fennessey, Tyler Elm, Ruth Ludwig, Mike Herrick, Mark Johnson, Lindsey Graskey – 10 Virtual: Absent: Also Present: Mayor Paine, City Attorney Prell, Chief of Staff Baker, City Clerk Blunt, Deputy City Clerk Bacon 3. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1. January 20, 2026 – Regular Council Meeting MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Elm, was seconded by Vice President Herrick, and carried. 5. CORRESPONDENCE TO BE FILED 6. MAYOR’S REPORT 6.1. Report from Mayor Paine 7. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS 7.1. Human Resources Committee (Meeting held January 28, 2026) Report from Vice Chair Moffat. 7.2. Public Works Committee (Special meeting held January 20, 2026) Report from Councilor Ledin. RECOMMENDATIONS: 7.2.1 Approve R26-13860, a resolution in support of Duluth Transit Authority funding and service expansion. There was no objection to Vice President Herrick’s request to allow Chris Belden, Executive Director of the Duluth Transit Authority, to elaborate on the proposed service expansion. [20260303R 5] 2 Regular Council Meeting February 3, 2026 7.2.2. Approve the agreement with BNSF Railway for receipt of an incentive payment for participation in Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant for the North 28th Street Viaduct evaluation in the amount of $248,600.00. MOTION TO APPROVE both 7.2.1 and 7.2.2 by Councilor Ledin, was seconded by Councilor Ludwig, and carried. 7.3. Finance Committee (Meeting held January 27, 2026) Report from Vice Chair Elm. RECOMMENDATIONS: 7.3.1 Approve Amendment I to the Land Lease Agreement between the City of Superior and the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System dba University of Wisconsin-Superior. MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Elm, was seconded by Councilor Johnson, and carried. 7.3.2. Approve the 2026 Landfill Budget. MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Elm, was seconded by Vice President Herrick, and carried. 7.4. Licenses and Fees Committee (No meeting to report) 7.5. Public Safety Committee (No meeting to report) 7.6. Committee of the Whole Meeting (No meeting to report) 8. SPECIAL COMMITTEE REPORTS 8.1. REPORTS WITH RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1.1. Plan Commission (Meeting held January 26, 2026) Report from Mayor Paine. RECOMMENDATIONS: 8.1.1.1. Approve waiving the land sale procedures for city owned property located at 18XX E 5th Street and that City staff be allowed to execute the transfer by quit claim deed immediately to Joel Stone/Stone Construction as outlined in the Vacant to Value: New Construction program. MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Fennessey, was seconded by Vice President Herrick, and carried. 8.1.1.2. Small Business Grant Application for Smooch a Pooch Salon, doing business at 1827 Iowa Avenue for expenses including replacement of the HVAC system in the amount of $13,476.50. [20260303R 6] 3 Regular Council Meeting February 3, 2026 MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Johnson, was seconded by Councilor Anderson, and carried. 8.1.2. Parks & Recreation Committee (Meeting held January 22, 2026) Report from Councilor Ledin. RECOMMENDATIONS: 8.1.2.1. Approve the Land Lease and Use Agreement five-year extension for North Shore SUP, LLC. MOTION TO APPROVE by Councilor Ledin, was seconded by Councilor Ludwig, and carried. 8.2. REPORTS SANS RECOMMENDATIONS 8.2.1. Urban Forestry Tree Board (Meeting held January 15, 2026) Report from Councilor Ludwig. 9. OLD BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS 10.1 Contract for Service with Northwood Technical College to provide training for Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) for a total cost of $62,442.00. MOTION TO APPROVE by Vice President Herrick, was seconded by Councilor Elm, and carried. 11. BUSINESS BY PUBLIC 11.1 Councilor Ledin announced that “Love Your Local Artist” will be held this Friday at the Library from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. 11.2 MOTION TO ADJORN to February 24th due to the election by Councilor Johnson, was seconded by Vice President Moffat. MOTION TO AMEND and ADJORN until March 3rd by Councilor Fennessey, was seconded by Councilor Johnson, and carried via voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Heidi Blunt, City Clerk [20260303R 7] 4 Regular Council Meeting February 3, 2026 Superior, Wisconsin Approved this 3rd day of March, 2026. Attest: ____________________________________ Mayor ____________________________________ City Clerk [20260303R 8] Memorandum DATE: February 20, 2026 TO: Mayor Jim Paine and Members of the Common Council FROM: Lisa DeGuire, Environmental Services Division of Public Works RE: 2025 Stormwater Annual Report Introduction: Attached is a copy of the 2025 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Annual Report and summary infographic. The City’s MS4 permit requires that relevant interest groups, the general public, and the City Council have an opportunity to review and comment on the report before it is submitted. The annual report does not require adoption, approval, or a resolution. Background: Pursuant to NR 216.07 (8), the City is required to submit an annual report by March 31 of each year to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This annual report documents the actions and activities undertaken to meet the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements. The annual report is an opportunity to demonstrate permit compliance, examine goals, and modify our programming if needed. A draft of the 2025 report is attached to this memo. The report was submitted to the Public Works Committee in February and a public meeting was held on February 11 in a hybrid format at the Superior Public Library. Public review and commentary also took place through an online scavenger hunt of the annual report and summary infographic (attached). Overview: The annual report provides a status update of MS4 permit requirements, including a fiscal analysis and summary of inspections, enforcement, and other actions being taken to improve water quality. An infographic of MS4 report highlights is attached and a brief description of eight program elements outlined in the permit is listed below. 1. Public Education and Outreach – Implementing education and outreach programming to increase the awareness of stormwater pollution impacts on water quality and encourage changes in public behavior to reduce these impacts. This includes both interactive delivery mechanisms (like school presentations and public workshops) and passive mechanisms (like newsletters and social media posts). 2. Public Participation/Involvement – Providing opportunities for citizens to participate in volunteer programs, program development and implementation and watershed planning, including effectively publicizing public hearings and/or encouraging citizen representatives on stormwater management meetings. 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – Implementing and enforcing a program to detect and remove illicit connections and discharges to the stormwater conveyance system. This includes developing a system map, outfall field screening, responding to illicit discharge reports, and Phone: (715) 394-0392 Fax: (715) 394-0406 E-mail: deguirel@superiorwi.gov Website: www. superiorwi.gov Environmental Services Division Public Works Department Lisa DeGuire Water Resources Coordinator 51 East 1st Street Superior, WI 54880 [20260303R 9] educating the community about hazards associated with illegal discharges and improper disposal of waste. 4. Construction Site Runoff Control – Developing, implementing, and enforcing an erosion and sediment control program for construction activities that disturb one or more acres of land or add more than 20,000 ft2 of new impervious surface. These controls could include perimeter control like silt fences and biologs, soil stabilization, inlet bags, trackout prevention, and temporary stormwater detention ponds. 5. Post-Construction Runoff Control – Developing, implementing, and enforcing a program to address discharges of post-construction stormwater runoff from new development and redevelopment areas. Examples include the use of structural stormwater control measures such as ponds, biofiltration basins, grassed swales, or pervious pavement for long-term stormwater management. 6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping – Developing and implementing a program to prevent or reduce pollutant runoff from municipal operations. This includes offering municipal staff training on pollution prevention measures and techniques (e.g., regular street sweeping, leaf collection, reduction in the use of pesticides/herbicides/fertilizers or road salt, or frequent catch- basin cleaning), performing regular maintenance on our collections system, and coordinating with other departments to implement best practices like street sweeping and smart salting. 7. Stormwater Quality Management – Implementing stormwater management practices to achieve a reduction in the average annual mass load of total suspended solids. 8. Storm Sewer System Map – Maintaining a map of the MS4 system, including municipally owned stormwater structures, stormwater outfalls, waters of the state, threatened or endangered resources, NPDES permit holders in Superior, etc. Below is a list of common acronyms included and defined within the report: BMP – Best Management Practice IDDE – Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination MCM – Minimum Control Measure MS4 – Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System RSPT – Regional Stormwater Protection Team SWPPP – Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan TMDL – Total Maximum Daily Load WR – Water Resources Conclusion: The Environmental Services Division of Public Works requests that the 2025 MS4 Annual Report be received and filed during the City Council meeting on March 3, 2026. Please reach out if there are any questions or comments. Respectfully, Lisa DeGuire Water Resources Coordinator Enclosures: 2025 MS4 Annual Report Draft 2025 Annual Report Highlights [20260303R 10] The City of Superior’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Annual Report documents the actions and activities completed to manage and prevent stormwater pollution. Program elements include Public Education & Outreach, Public Involvement & Participation, Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination, Construction Site Pollutant Control, Post-Construction Stormwater Management, Pollution Prevention, and Stormwater System Mapping. Below are some highlights pulled from the 2025 report. Street sweeping kept 1,098 tons of trash & debris out of our local waterways. That’s about 275 elephants worth of material. 2025 MS4 Annual Report Highlights Superior’s Stormwater City staff responded to 41 illicit discharge reports. Illicit discharges are inputs to the stormwater system that are not rain (and therefore shouldn’t be there). The Environmental Services Division collaborated on 136 interactive educational events to help students and residents learn about stormwater pollution. Questions? Contact the City of Superior Environmental Services Division of Public Works by phone at (715) 394-0392 or email at stormwater@superiorwi.gov. Or visit us online at www.superiorwi.gov. 21 construction sites had active stormwater permits and were inspected to ensure proper sediment and erosion control practices. [20260303R 11] Submittal of Annual Reports and Other Compliance Documents for Municipal Sepa rate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permits NOTE: Missing or incomplete fields are highlighted at th e bottom of each page. You may save, close and return to your draft permit as often as necessary to complete your application. After 120 days your draft is deleted. Form 3400-224(R8/2021) Reporting Information : Will you be completing the Annual Report or other submit tal type? Annual Report Other Is this submittal also satisfying an Urban Nonpoint Source Grant funded deliverable? Yes No Required Attachments and Supplemental Information Plea se complete the contents of each tab to submit your MS4 permit compliance document. The information included in this checklist is necessary for a complete submittal. A complete and detailed submittal will help us review about your MS4 permit document. To help us make a decision in the shortest amount of time possible, the following information must be submitted:
Review related web site and instructions for Municipal storm water permit eReporting [Exit Form]
Comp lete all required fields on the annual report form and upload required attachments
Attach the following other supporting documents as appropriate using the attachments tab above
Public Education and Outreach Annual Report Summary
Public Involvement and Participation Annual Report Summary
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Annual Report Summary
Construction Site Pollution Control Annual Report Summary
Post-Construction Storm Water Management Annual Report Summary
Pollution Prevention Annual Report Summary
Leaf and Yard Waste Management
Municipal Facility (BMP) Inspection Report
Municipal Property SWPPP
Municipally Property Inspection Report
Winter Road Maintenance
Storm Sewer Map Annual Report Attachment
Storm Water Quality Management Annual Report Attachment Project Name: 2025 Annual Report County: Douglas Municipality: Superior City Permit Number: S050 075 Facility Number: 3104 4 Reporting Year: 2025 Annual Report DRAFT [20260303R 12]
TMDL Attachment
Sto rm Water Consortium/Group Report
Municipal Cooperation Attachment
Other Annual Report Attachment
Attach the following permit compliance documents as appropriate using the attachments tab above
Storm Water Management Program
Public Education and Outreach Program
Public Involvement and Participation Program
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program
Construction Site Pollutant Control Program
Post-Construction Storm Water Management Program
Pollution Prevention Program
Municipal Storm Water Management Facility (BMP) Inventory
Municipal Storm Water Management Facility (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance Plan
Total Maximum Daily Load documents (*If applicable, see permit for due dates.)
TMDL Mapping*
TMDL Modeling*
TMDL Implementation Plan*
Fecal Coliform Screening Parameter*
Fecal Coliform Inventory and Map (S050075-03 general permittees Appendix B B.5.2 – document due to the department by March 31, 2022)
Fecal Coliform Source Elimination Plan (S050075-03 general permittees Appendix B - document due to the department by October 31,2023)
Sign and Submit form DRAFT [20260303R 13] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Note: Compliance items must be submitted using the Attachments tab. Primary Municipal Contact Person (Aut horized Representative for MS4 Permit) The “Authorized Representative” or “Authorized Municipal Contact” includes the municipal official that was charged with compliance and oversight of the permit conditions, and has signature authority for submitting permit documents to the Department (i.e., Mayor, Municipal Administrator, Director of Public Works, City Engineer). Do not close your work until you SAVE. Municipal Contact Information- Complete Noti ce: Pursuant to s. NR 216.07(8), Wis. Adm. Code, an owner or operator of a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) is requ ired to submit an annual report to the Department of Natural Resources (Department) by March 31 of each year to report on activities for the previous calendar year (“reporting year”). This form is being provided by the Department for the user’s convenience for reporting on activities undertaken in each reporting year of the permit term. Personal information collected will be used for administrative purposes and may be provided to the extent required by Wisconsin’s Open Records Law [ss. 19.31-19.39, Wis. Stats.]. Municipality Information Name of Municipality Superior City Facility ID # or (FIN): 3104 4 Updated Information: Chec k to update mailing address information Mailing Address: 51 East First Street Mailing Address 2: City: Superior City State: WI Zip Code: xxx xx or xxxxx-xxxx54880 Select to create new pr imary contact First Name: Todd Last Name: Janigo Select to update cu rrent contact information  Title: PW Director Mailing Address: 1316 N 14th St Mailing Address 2: City: Superior State: WI Zip Code: xxxx x or xxxxx-xxxx54880 Phone Number: Ext: x xx-xxx-xxxx715-395-7373 Email: janigot@superiorwi.gov Additional Contacts Information (Optional) I&E Program  DRAFT [20260303R 14] Municipal Billing Contact Person (Aut horized Representative for MS4 Permit) Individual with responsibility for: (Che ck all that apply) IDDE Program IDDE Response Procedure Manual Municipal-wide Water Quality Plan Ordinances Pollution Prevention Program Post-Construction Program Winter roadway maintenance        First Name: Lisa Last Name: DeGuire Title: WR Coordinator Mailing Address: 51 E 1st St Mailing Address 2: City: Superior State: WI Zip Code: xxxx x or xxxxx-xxxx54880 Phone Number: Ext: x xx-xxx-xxxx715-395-5846 Email: deguirel@superiorwi.gov Individual with responsibility for: (Che ck all that apply) I&E Program IDDE Program IDDE Response Procedure Manual Municipal-wide Water Quality Plan Ordinances Pollution Prevention Program Post-Construction Program Winter roadway maintenance         First Name: Ida Last Name: Sampson Title: SW & Admin Manager Mailing Address: 51 E 1st St Mailing Address 2: City: Superior State: WI Zip Code: xxxx x or xxxxx-xxxx54880 Phone Number: Ext: x xx-xxx-xxxx715-395-5826 Email: sampsoni@superiorwi.gov DRAFT [20260303R 15] 1. Does the municipality rely on another entity to satisfy some of the permit requirements? Yes No 2. Has there been any changes to the municipality’s participation in group efforts towards permit compliances (i.e., the municipality has added or dropped consortium membership)? Yes No Select to create new Bi lling contact First Name: Erica Last Name: Champaigne Select to update cu rrent contact information Title: Staff Assistant Mailing Address: 51 E. 1st Street Mailing Address 2: City: Superior State: WI Zip Code: xxxx x or xxxxx-xxxx54880 Phone Number: Ext: x xx-xxx-xxxx715-394-0392 Email: ESDPW-Invoices@superiorwi.gov Missing Information DRAFT [20260303R 16] Minimum Control Measures- Section 1 : a. Doe s MS4 conduct any educational efforts or events indep endently (not with a group) Yes No b. How many total educational events were held during the r eporting year: c. Were any of the public education and outreach delivery m echanisms conducted during the reporting year active or interactive? Yes No d. Plea se select all storm water topics, target audiences, a n d delivery mechanisms used in the reporting year e. Will additional information/summary of these education events be attached to the annual report? Yes No If no, please provide additional comment in the brief explanation box below. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out al l questions in sections 1 through 7. Do not close your work until you SAVE. Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Comp lete 1. Public Education and Outreach 136 Public Education and Outreach Delivery Mechanisms (Active and Passive) Acti ve/Interactive Mechanisms Passive Mechanisms Education activities (school presentations, summer camps) Information booth at event Targeted group training (contractors, consultants, etc.) Government event (public hearing, council meeting) Workshops Tours Other:       Passive print media (brochures at front desk, posters, etc.) Dist ribution of print media (mailings, newsletters, etc.) via mail or email. Media offerings (radio and TV ads, press release, etc.) Social media posts Signage Website Other:       Topics Covered Target Audience Illi cit discharge detection and elimination Household hazardous waste disposal/pet waste management/vehicle washing Yard waste management/pesticide and fertilizer application Stream and shoreline management Residential infiltration Construction sites and post-construction storm water management Pollution prevention Green infrastructure/low impact development Other:          Chloride/road salt reduction, local wat... Gene ral Public Public Employees Residents Businesses Contractors Developers Industries Public Officials Other:          Students DRAFT [20260303R 17] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Minimum Control Measures - Section 2 : a. Permit Activities. Select all of the following topics the Permittee did to engage public participation and involvement. b. Volunteer Activities. Select all of the following audiences targeted for volunteer involvement and part icipation related to storm water. c. Brief explanation on Public Involvement and Participation reporting. Limit response See PEIR attachments for details. ESD had 79 active/interactive events and 136 acti ve/interactive events as part of RSPT. All active/interactive events highlighted in green; some events (ex. WI SW Week) included multiple dates/subevents. Missing Information Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out al l questions in sections 1 through 7 Do not close your work until you SAVE. Complete 2. Public Involvement and Participation Topics Covered Target Audience Estimated People Reac hed (Optional) Regional Effort (Opt ional) MS4 Annual Report Storm Water Management Program Storm Water related ordinance Other:    General Public Publ ic Employees Residents Businesses Contractors Developers Industries Public Officials Other         101 + Yes No NA (Individual Permittee) Topics Covered Target Audience Estimated People Reac hed (Optional) Regional Effort (Opt ional) Volunteer Opportunity General Public Public Employees Residents Businesses Contractors Developers Industries Public Officials Other          101 + Yes No DRAFT [20260303R 18] to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Minimum Control Measures - Section 3 : The 'other' category for 2b is students; many students are involved in the Adopt-a-Drain program and trash cleanups. See RSPT attachment for exhaustive list of ESD public engagement activities and numbers. Missing Information Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out all questions in sections 1 through 7 Do not close your work until you SAVE. Complete 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination a. How many total outfalls does the municipality have? 158 b. How many major outfalls does the municipality have? 33 c. How many outfalls did the municipality evaluate as part of their routine ongoing field screening program? 28 d. Fro m the municipality's routine screening, how many were c onfirmed illicit discharges? 0 e. How many illicit discharge complaints did the municipali ty receive? 41 f. Fro m the complaints received, how many were confirmed ill icit discharges? 11 g. How many of the identified illicit discharges did the mu nicipality eliminate in the reporting year (from both routine screening and complaints)? (If the sum of 3.c. and 3.e. does not equal 3.f., pleas e explain below.) 11 h. Wha t types of regulatory mechanisms does the municipali t y have available to compel compliance with this program? Check all that are available and how many times each were used in the reporting year. Verbal Warning 0 Writ ten Warning (including email) 4 Noti ce of Violation 5 Civi l Penalty/ Citation 0 Addi tional Information: See attachment. i. Bri ef explanation on Illicit Discharge Detection and Eli mination reporting. If you marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning . Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. The 15 grass/leaf violations were not included in the section totals. See IDDE attachment for summary and details of confirmed illicit discharges. DRAFT [20260303R 19] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Minimum Control Measures - Section 4 : Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Missing Information Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out al l questions in sections 1 through 7 Do not close your work until you SAVE. Complete 4. Construction Site Pollutant Control a. How many total construction sites with one acre or more of land disturbing construction activity were active at any point in the reporting year? 21 b. How many construction sites with one acre or more of la n d disturbing construction activity did the municipality issue permits for in the reporting year? 9 c. How many erosion control inspections did the municipalit y complete in the reporting year (at sites with one acre or more of land disturbing construction activity)? 102 d. Wha t types of regulatory mechanisms does the municipalit y have available to compel compliance with this program? Check all that are available and how many times each were used in the reporting year. Verbal Warning  7 Wri tten Warning (including email) 16 Not ice of Violation 6 Civ il Penalty/ Citation 3 Sto p Work Order 1 For feiture of Deposit 0 Oth er - Describe below e. Brie f explanation on Construction Site Pollutant Control reporting . If you marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page . ESD reviews and issues city stormwater permits, provides general oversight of construction projects' stor mwater management, and enforces state and local stormwater regulations. Missing Information Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out al l questions in sections 1 through 7 Do not close your work until you SAVE. DRAFT [20260303R 20] Minimum Control Measures - Section 5 : Complete 5. Post-Construction Storm Water Management a. How many new structural storm water management Best Management Prac tice (BMP) have received local approval ? *Engineered and constructed systems that are designed to provide storm water quality control such as wet detention ponds, constructed wetlands, infiltration basins, grassed swales, permeable pavement, 7 b. Does the MS4 have procedures for inspecting and maintaining private storm wate r facilities? Yes No c. If Yes, how many privately owned storm water management facilities were insp ected in the reporting year ? Inspections completed by private landowners should be inc luded in the reported number. 12 d. Does the municipality utilize privately owned storm water management BMP in its pollutant reduction analysis?  Yes No e. Does MS4 have maintenance authority on these privately owned BMPs?  Yes No f. What types of enforcement actions does the municipality have available to compel comp liance with the regulatory mechanism? Check all that apply and enter the number of each used in the reporting year. Verbal Warning 0 Wri tten Warning (including email) 0 Not ice of Violation 0 Civ il Penalty/ Citation 0 For feiture of Deposit 0 Com plete Maintenance 0 Bil l Responsible Party 0 Oth er - Describe below 0 Revocation of stormwater credits g. Brief explanation on Post-Construction Storm Water Management reporting . If ma rked 'Unsure' on any questions above, justify your reasoning. Limit your response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page . Participants in the credit program must submit inspection records to ESD before January 31st of the following year . The City has maintenance authority on the privately owned BMPs if they become dysfunctional and cause an issue for the MS4. Missing Information Do not close your work until you SAVE. DRAFT [20260303R 21] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out all questions in sections 1 through 7 Minimum Control Measures - Section 6 : Complete 6. Pollution Prevention Storm Water Management Best Management Practice Inspections Not Applicable a. Ente r the total number of "municipally owned" (i.e., publ icly owned BMPs) or operated (i. e., privately o wned BMPs) structural storm water management best management practices. 39 b. How many new municipally owned storm water management be st management practices were installed in the reporting year ? 2 c. How many municipally owned (public) storm water manageme nt best management practices were inspected in the reporting year? 23 d. Wha t elements are looked at during inspections (250 ch a racter limit)? Outlet control structures, slopes, erosion, water quality, burrowing, beaver dams, litt er, inlets and outlets, vegetation, detention or infiltration areas, underground storage, maintenance needs. e. How many of these facilities required maintenance? 4 f. Bri ef explanation on Storm Water Management Best Manage m ent Practice inspection reporting. If you marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. At least annual inspections of publicly owned stormwater facilities. All maintenance need s are recorded and passed to the appropriate department. Public Works Yards & Other Municipally Owned Properties that require a stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP)* Not Applicable g. How many municipal properties require a SWPPP? 5 h. How many inspections of municipal properties have been c onducted in the reporting year? 10 i. Hav e amendments to the SWPPPs been made? Yes N o j. If y es, describe what changes have been made. Limit resp o nse to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachment page: Outdated contacts have been updated. k. Bri ef explanation on Storm Water Pollution Prevention Pl an reporting. If you marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. DRAFT [20260303R 22] * Any municipally owned property that has the potential to generate stormwater pollution should have a SWPPP. For example, if a muni cipal property stores compost piles, material storage, yard wastes, etc., outside and can contaminate stormwater runoff—a SWPPP is required. The City has five facilities which require a SWPPP: Landfill, Airport, Municipal Storage Buil ding, Marina and WWTPs. Any maintenance is relayed to the appropriate personnel. Collection Services - Stre et Sweeping Program Not Applicable l. Did the municipality conduct street sweeping during the reporting year? Yes No m. If k nown, how many tons of material was removed? 1,098 n. Doe s the municipality have a low hazard exemption for this mate rial? Yes No o. If s treet sweeping is identified as a storm water best m anagement practice in the pollutant loading analysis, was street cleaning completed at the assumed frequency? Yes - Explain frequency Every area 1-2x per month No - Explain Not Applicable Collection Services - Catc h Basin Sump Cleaning Program Not Applicable p. Did the municipality conduct catch basin sump cleaning d uring the reporting year? Yes No q. How many catch basin sumps were cleaned in the reporting year? 104 r. If known, how many tons of material was collected? 0 s. Doe s the municipality have a low hazard exemption for th is material? Yes No t. If c atch basin sump cleaning is identified as a storm wa ter best management practice in the pollutant loading analysis, was cleaning completed at the assumed frequency? Yes- Explain frequency No - Explain Not Applicable Collection Services - Leaf Collection Program Not Applicable u. Does the municipality conduct curbside leaf collection? Ye s No v. Does the municipality notify homeowners about pickup? Yes No w. Wher e are the residents directed to store the leaves for collection? Pile on terrace Pile in street Bags on terrace Other - Describe  Bagged on street or alley x. DRAFT [20260303R 23] What is the frequency of collection? One fall leaf collection. One spring brush pick up. y. Is collection followed by street sweeping? Yes No z. Brie f explanation on Collection Services reporting. Lim it response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page Fall 2025 leaf collection removed 23.61 tons of leaves. *Not e: We are requesting information that goes beyond th e reporting year, answer the best you can. Liquids (gallons) (ex. brine) Winter Road Management Not Applicable aa. How many lane-miles of roadway is the municipality respo nsible for doing snow and ice control? (One mile of a two-way road equals two lane miles.) 475 ab. Pr ovide amount of de-icing products used by month last w inter season? Solids (tons) (ex. sand, or salt-sand) Product Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Salt/sand mix 0 100 300 350 250 50 Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Pre-wetting compound 0 0 0 200 200 0 ac. Was salt applying machinery calibrated in the reporting year? Yes No ad. Have municipal personnel attended salt reduction strateg y training in the reporting year? Yes No Training Date Training Name # Attendance 2/13/2025 Pollution Prevention Public Works Train... 14 2/17/2025 Pollution Prevention Public Works Train... 11 2/18/2025 Pollution Prevention Public Works Train... 11 ae. Brie f explanation on Winter Road Management reporting. If you marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page The 475 miles does not include the plowing of our alleys. For de-icing product, October- Dece mber refers to 2024 and January-April refers to 2025. Internal (Staff) Education & Communication af. Ha s the municipality provided an opportunity for interna l training or education to staff implementing the municipality's procedures for each of the pollution prevention program element ? Yes No If yes, describe what training was provided (250 character limit): Feb 2025, ESD provided pollution prevention (PP) training on IDDE, smart salting, and good hous ekeeping to DPW staff. May 2025, we shared IDDE/PP education w/ PW supervisors to train their employees. Sept 2025, we shared salt reduction education. DRAFT [20260303R 24] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Minimum Control Measures - Section 7 : ag. De scribe how the municipality has kept the following lo c al officials and municipal staff aware of the municipal storm water discharge permit programs, procedures and pollution prevention program requirements. Elected Officials Municipal Officials Appropriate Staff ( such as operators, Department heads, and those that interact with public) The Mayor and City Councilors are kept informed through committee and council meet ings, direct email communication, newsletters, and social media posts. The Stormwater Manager and WR Coordinator routinely meet with ESD's Director abou t the MS4 Permit Program. ESD's Director delivers updates to monthly meeting of all City Dept. heads and the Mayor. Relevant City staff are informed through targeted pollution prev ention/IDDE/erosion control training, interdepartmental meetings, and educational signage posted in common areas with seasonal messaging. ah. Brief explanation on Internal Education reporting. If y ou marked Unsure for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page. We do not weigh material collected from catch basins, therefore the quantity for 6r is unkn own (not zero). See attachments for IDDE, Good Housekeeping, and Smart Salting information shared with ESD, Streets, Parks, Police, & Fire departments. Missing Information Note: For the minimum control measures, you must fill out al l questions in sections 1 through 7 Do not close your work until you SAVE. Complete 7. Storm Sewer System Map a. Did the municipality update their storm sewer map this y ear? Yes No If yes, check the areas the map items that got updated or changed: Sto rm water treatment facilities Storm pipes Veg etated swales Outfalls Oth er - Describe below Manholes, catch basins, etc. b. Bri ef explanation on Storm Sewer System Map reporting. If you marked Unsure for an DRAFT [20260303R 25] question for any questions above, justify the reasoning. Limit response to 250 characters and/or attach supplemental information on the attachments page . Stormwater maps are edited/updated after the completion of new project or installations. DRAFT [20260303R 26] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Final Evaluation - Fisc al Analysis Compl ete the fiscal analysis table provided below. For municipalities that do not break out funding into permit program elements, please enter the monetary amount to your best estimate of what funding may be going towards these programs. Element: Public Education and Outreach Element: Public Involvement and Participation Element: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Element: Construction Site Pollutant Control Element: Post-Construction Storm Water Management Element: Pollution Prevention Missing Information Do not close your work until you SAVE. Complete Annual Expe nditure Reporting Year Budget Repo rting Year Budget Upco ming Year Source of Funds 43398 57499 46161 Storm water utility 38367 55773 46161 Stor m water utility 40386 58503 49394 Stor m water utility 80593 61017 96544 Storm water utility 66319 49545 71452 Stor m water utility 38720 34986 34986 Stor m water utility Other (describe) Storm Water Quality Management 1962611 1229257 1146801 Stor m water utility Other (describe) Storm Sewer System Map 56628 46794 63342 Stor m water utility DRAFT [20260303R 27] Please provide a justification for a "0" entered in the Fiscal Analysis. Limit response to 250 characters. Water Quality a: Wer e there any known water quality improvements in the receiving waters to which the municipality’s storm sewer system directly discharges to? Yes No Unsure If Yes, explain below: b : Were there any known water quality degradation in the r e ceiving waters to which the municipality’s storm sewer system directly discharges to? Yes No Unsure If Yes, explain below: c: Have any of the receiving waters that the municipality discharges to been added to the impaired waters list during the reporting year? Yes No Unsure d: Has the municipality evaluated their storm water practices to reduce the pollutants of concern? Yes No Unsure Storm Water Quality Management a. Ha s the municipality completed or updated modeling in the reporting year (relating to developed urban area performance standards of s. NR 151.13(2)(b)1., Wis. Adm. Code)? Yes No b. If yes, enter percent reduction in the annual average mass discharging from the entire MS4 to surface waters of the state as compared to implementing no storm water management controls: Total suspended solids (TSS) Total phosphorus (TP) Additional Information Base d on the municipality’s storm water program evaluation, describe any proposed changes to the municipality’s storm water program. If your response exceeds the 250 character limit, attach supplemental information on the attachments page. Other (describe) Administrative & Technical 418503 529310 491088 Storm water utility We are actively updating our programs to make sure that they are as accessible as poss ible for a wide range of audiences and abilities. DRAFT [20260303R 28] Form 3400-224 (R8/2021) Requests for Assistance on Understanding Permit Programs Woul d the municipality like the Department to contact th em about providing more information on understanding any of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Permit programs? Please select all that apply: Public Education and Outreach Public Involvement and Participation Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Construction Site Pollutant Control Post-Construction Storm Water Management Pollution Prevention Storm Water Quality Management Storm Sewer System Map Water Quality Concerns Compliance Schedule Items Due MS4 Program Evaluation Missing Information Do not close your work until you SAVE. DRAFT [20260303R 29] Form 3400-224(R8/2021) Required Attachments and Supplemental Information Uploa d Required Attachments (15 MB per file limit) - Help reduce file size and trouble shoot file uploads *Required Item Note : To replace an existing file, use the 'Click here to attach fil e ' link or press the to delete an item. Municipal Facility SWPPP Storm Sewer System Map Attach - Other Supporting Documents (To remove items, use your cursor to hover over the atta chment section. When the drop down arrow appears, select remove item) Attach - Permit Compliance Documents (To remove items, use your cursor to hover over the attachment section. When the drop down arrow appears, select remove item) Do not close your work until you SAVE. Any other MS4 program information for inclusion in the Annual Report may be attached on here. Use the Add Additional Attachments to add multiple documents. File Attachment 2014_Superior WWTP SWPPP_FINAL_no_appendix.pdf File Attachment 2025_MS4_all_maps.pdf AR_EO File Attachment 2025_RSPT_Activities_V2.pdf AR_EO File Attachment 2025_PEIR_Attachments_reduced.pdf AR_IDDE File Attachment 2025 Section 3 IDDE Attachment.pdf AR_PP File Attachment 2025_Pollution_Prevention_attachments.pdf DRAFT [20260303R 30] Draft and Share PDF Report with the permittee's governing body or delegated representatives. Pres s the button below to create a PDF. The PDF will be sent to the email address associated with the WAMS ID that is signed in. After the annual report has been reviewed by the governing body or delegated representative, return to the MS4 eReporting System to submit the final report to the DNR.
Storm Water Management Program(S05 0075-03 General Permit and S058416-04 Madison Area G roup Permit shall have a written storm water management program that describes in detail how the permittee intends to comply with the permit requirements for each minimum control measure. Updated programs are due to the department by March 31, 2021.)
Public Education and Outreach Program
Publ ic Involvement and Participation Program
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program
Construction Site Pollutant Control Program
Post-Construction Storm Water Management Program
Pollution Prevention Program
Municipal Storm Water Management Facility (BMP) Inventory(S050075-03 03 General Permit and S0584 16-04 Madison Area Group Permit 2.6.1 - inventory due to the department by March 31, 2021.)
Municipal Storm Water Management Facility (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance Plan (S050 075- 03 03 General Permit and S058416-04 Madison Area Group Permit 2.6.2 – document due to the department by March 31, 2021.)
Total Maximum Daily Load documents (*I f applicable, see permit for due dates.)
TMDL Mapping*
TMDL Modeling*
TMDL Implementation Plan*
Fecal Coliform Screening Parameter *
Fecal Coliform Inventory and Map (S050 075-03 general permittees Appendix B B.5.2 – documen t due to the department by March 31, 2022)
Fecal Coliform Source Elimination Plan (S050 075-03 general permittees Appendix B - document due to the department by October 31,2023) Missing Information Draft and Share PDF Report DRAFT [20260303R 31] Form 3400-224(R8/2021) Step s to Complete the signature process 1. Read and Accept the Terms and Conditions 2. Press the Submit and Send to the DNR button NOTE: F or security purposes all email correspondence will be sent to the address you used when registering your WAMS ID. This may be a different email than that provided in the application. For information on your WAMS account click HERE . Term s and Conditions Certification: I hereby certify that I am an authorized representative of the municipality covered under Superior City MS4 Permit for which this annual report or other compliance document is being submitted, and that the information contained in this submittal and all attachments were gathered and prepared under my direction or supervision. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons under my direction or supervision involved in the preparation of this document, to the best of my knowledge, the information is true, accurate, and complete. I further certify that the municipality’s governing body or delegated representatives have reviewed or been apprised of the contents of this annual report. I understand that Wisconsin law provides severe penalties for submitting false information. Signee (must check current role prior to accepting terms and conditions) Authorized municipal contact using WAMS ID. Delegation of Signature Authority ( Form 3400-220 ) for agent signing on the behalf of the authorized municipal contact. Agent seeking to share this item with authorized municipal contact (authorized municipal contact must get WAMS id and complete signature). After providing the final authorized signature, the syst em will send an email to the authorized party and any agents. This email will include a copy to the final read only version of this application. Do not close your work until you SAVE. Sign and Submit Your Application Name: Title: Authorized Signature. I ac cept the above terms and conditions. DRAFT [20260303R 32] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Mar 31, 2014 Environmental Services Division of Public Works City of Superior 51 East 1st St Superior, WI 54880 DRAFT [20260303R 33] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN CITY OF SUPERIOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM Prepared for: Environmental Services Division of Public Works City of Superior 51 East 1st Street Superior, Wisconsin 54880 Prepared by: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. 1409 Hammond Ave, Suite 315 Superior, WI 54880 715.399.3225 March 31, 2014 DRAFT [20260303R 34] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin SWPPP Amendment Page A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (“SWPPP” or “Plan”) has been prepared for the City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System. The SWPPP Document Revision Page is used to document reviews and updates of this SWPPP to ensure the Plan is effective in minimizing the discharge of pollutants. If major changes to the facility or activities occur that are not reflected in this SWPPP, the SWPPP will be amended as discussed in Plan Section 10. All revisions made to the Plan will be recorded below. A copy of the Plan will be maintained at each facility site at all times. Revision No. Effective Date Document Section(s) Comment/Major Revision Original April 1 2014 Completed by SEH Inc. DRAFT [20260303R 35] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin General Site Information City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System System Site Locations Main treatment plant & CSTP #2: 51 East 1st Street CSTP #5 (South Superior): near corner of 61st Street and Birch Ave. CSTP #6 (Billings Park): on Texas Road south of Beacon Lane Superior, Douglas County, Wisconsin Owner/Operator City of Superior Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code 4952 (Sewerage Systems, including Treatment). WPDES Permit Number: Effective Date of Permit Coverage: Number of Storm Water Outfalls: Receiving Waters: WI-0025593-08-1 — see Appendix A April 1, 2014 6 Lake Superior, Nemadji River, St. Louis River Emergency Contact Information Primary: Telephone (work): Telephone (cell): Telephone (home): Secondary: Telephone (work): Telephone (cell): Telephone (home): Environmental Services Division of Public Works Telephone (work): Telephone (cell): Telephone (home): Diane Nelson — Stormwater and Administrative Manager 715.395.5826 218.269.3667 715.372.4308 Jon Shamla — Wastewater Treatment, Engineering, and Operations Manager 715.394.0392 x1008 Mark Simmonds – Maintenance Manager 715.394.0392 x1047 DRAFT [20260303R 36] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin SWPPP Certification Page I certify under penalty of law that this document and attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information contained in the plan. Based on my inquiry of the person, or persons, who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information; the information contained in this document is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for providing false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment. In addition, I certify under penalty of law that, based upon inquiry of persons directly under my supervision, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the provisions of this document adhere to the provisions of the storm water permit for the development and implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and that the plan will be complied with. _____________________________________________ ____________________ Signature (duly authorized representative) Date Mr. Steve Roberts Environmental Services Director, City of Superior Name and Official Title DRAFT [20260303R 37] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Table of Contents Page i Title Page SWPPP Amendment Page General Site Information Plan Certification Page Table of Contents Page 1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 1 2.0 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Team ............................................................... 2 3.0 Facility Information ................................................................................................. 3 3.1 Summary of Major Activities ........................................................................... 10 3.2 Storm Water Outfalls and Drainage Areas ...................................................... 12 4.0 Potential Sources of Storm Water Pollution ....................................................... 14 4.1 Inventory of Significant Materials .................................................................... 14 4.2 Potential Sources of Storm Water Contamination ........................................... 15 5.0 Non-Storm Water Discharges............................................................................... 16 5.1 Spills, Leaks, or Overflows ............................................................................. 16 6.0 Best Management Practices ................................................................................. 16 6.1 S ource Area Control Best Management Practices .......................................... 16 6.2 Storm Water Treatment Best Management Practices ..................................... 17 7.0 Site Monitoring Requirements ............................................................................. 18 7.1 Quarterly Storm Water Visual Inspection ........................................................ 19 7.2 Semi-annual Non-Storm Water Visual Inspection ........................................... 20 7.3 Annual Facility Site Compliance Inspection .................................................... 20 8.0 Storm Water Sampling Requirements ................................................................. 20 9.0 Implementation, Recordkeeping, and Reporting ................................................ 20 10.0 SWPPP Amendments ........................................................................................... 21 11.0 Standard of Care ................................................................................................... 21 List of Tables Table 1 – SWPPP Team Members and Responsibilities Table 2 – Facility Descriptions Table 3 – Storm Water Drainage Areas and Outfalls Table 4 – Potential Sources of Storm Water Contamination Table 5 – Source Area Control Best Management Practices Table 6 – Facility Inspections DRAFT [20260303R 38] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Table of Contents Page ii List of Figures Figure 1. Locations of Superior Treatment Plants Figure 2A. Main Treatment Plant and CSTP #2 with Outfalls Figure 2B. Main Treatment Plant and CSTP #2 with Drainage Areas Figure 3A. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #5 with Outfalls Figure 3B. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #5 with Drainage Areas Figure 4A. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #6 with Outfalls Figure 4B. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #6 with Drainage Areas Figure 5. Rain Gardens at Main Treatment Plant List of Appendices Appendix A WDPES Wastewater Permit Appendix B Blank Inspection Forms and AFSCI Report Appendix C Completed Inspection (Quarterly and Semi-annually) Forms Appendix D Completed AFSCI Reports DRAFT [20260303R 39] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 1 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System Prepared for the Environmental Services Division of Public Works, City of Superior, Wisconsin 1.0 Introduction On behalf of the City of Superior Environmental Services Division of Public Works (ESDPW), Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH ®) has prepared a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (“SWPPP” or “Plan”) for the City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System located in Superior, Douglas County, Wisconsin. The City’s wastewater treatment system (referred to in this Plan as “the S ystem”) consists of the main treatment plant and three overflow treatment plants (Combined Sew age Treatment Plants, or CSTPs). Because the main treatment plant has an average design flow of 7.2 million gallons per day (MGD), t he ESDPW is required by NR 216.21(2)(5) of the Wisconsin Administrative Code and Section 3 of the facility’s Wisconsin Pollution Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) Industrial Permit WI-0025593-08-1 to develop and implement a SWPPP in accordance with good engineering practices. As part of these good engineering practices, the System is required by NR 216.27(3)(h), Wisc. Adm. Code, to identify and implement best management practices (BMPs) to reduce the potential for storm water pollution in runoff. A copy of t he Plan will be maintained at each System site at all times for Wisco nsin Department of Natural Resource (WDNR) review. Appendix A contains the WPDES Permit WI-0025593-08-1. The primary goal of the System’s storm water pollution prevention program is to improve the quality of surface waters of the state by r educing the amount of pollutant s potentially c ontained in storm water runoff. This SWPPP will do the following: • Describe the wastewater treatment system and its operations; • Identify sources of storm water and non-storm water contamination to the storm water drainage system; • Identify and prescribe appropriate “source area control” type BMPs designed to prevent storm water contamination from occurring; • Identify and prescribe “storm water treatment” type BMPs to reduce pollutants in contaminated storm water prior to discharge; • Prescribe actions needed to bring any non-storm water discharges under the WPDES permit or to remove these discharges from the storm water System; • Prescribe an implementation schedule so as to ensure that the storm water management actions prescribed in the SWPPP are carried out and evaluated on a regular basis. DRAFT [20260303R 40] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 2 2.0 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Team The storm water pollution prevention team is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and revising this SWPPP. The members of this team are familiar with the operations and management of the System. Overall responsibility for the SWPPP will be with the Stormwater and Administrative Manager (Ms. Diane Nelson), or her designee. The current SWPPP team members for the System and their areas of responsibility are indicated in Table 1. Table 1 SWPPP Team Members and Responsibilities Team Member Title Office Telephone Number Responsibilities on SWPPP Team Diane Nelson Stormwater and Administrative Manager 715.395.5826 Serve as team leader and System contact; responsible for all aspects of SWPPP development and implementation. Ensure reports are prepared and submitted to WDNR as required and conduct required inspections and sampling. Jon Shamla Wastewater Treatment, Engineering, and Operations Manager 715.394.0392 x1008 Respond to SWPPP issues as they arise, design and maintain the storm drain System, provide technical expertise to implement aspects of SWPPP; assist with maintenance practices. Mark Simmonds Maintenance Manager 715.394.0392 x1047 Respond to SWPPP issues as they arise, design and maintain the storm drain System, provide technical expertise to implement aspects of SWPPP; assist with maintenance practices. Vacant Research/Utility Specialist 715.394.0392 Provide record keeping and support. Steve Roberts Environmental Services Director 715.395.7539 Provide management support; certify SWPPP. Steven Plachinski Environmental Scientist (SEH) 920.287.0680 Prepare SWPPP with input from team members and serve as a technical reference. DRAFT [20260303R 41] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 3 3.0 Facility Information The ESDPW, which is comprised of ten Sanitary Sewer Districts, manages the City of Superior’s assets for wastewater collection and treatment. The City’s wastewater treatment system includes the main treatment plant (“Main Plant”) and three overflow treatment plants (Combined Sewage Treatment Plants, or CSTPs) . The Main Plant houses the administrative offices, equipment storage (materials, vehicles, etc.) , chemical storage, and the w astewater treatment process es. The three CSTPs (#2, #5, and #6) , which correspond to the City’s three Combined Sewer Districts (out of ten total Districts) that have combined sanitary and storm water sewer systems, process both storm water runoff and sanitary sewerage. The CSTPs are utilized only during high flow events. Each CSTP consist of an overflow basin or pond where overflow sewerage/storm water from the larger system is pumped for temporary storage. This overflow is then pumped i nto the CSTP building for treatment. CSTP #2 is co-located with the Main Plant, whereas CSTP #5 (or South Superior plant) and CSTP #6 (or Billings Park plant) are each at separate locations. The three System sites are shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Locations of Superior Treatment Plants DRAFT [20260303R 42] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 4 The Main Plant, located at 51 East 1st Street, treats approximately 4 -5 MGD of wastewater during normal operations. Together, t he Main Plant and CSTP #2 cover approximately 27 acres. This property is bordered by Superior Bay to the north and east, an industrial area with stone and coal storage to the west, and a mixed commercial area to the south. A rail line runs through the southern end the property. The site location of the Main Plant and CSTP #2 is shown on Figures 2A and 2B. Figure 2A. Main Treatment Plant and CSTP #2 with Outfalls DRAFT [20260303R 43] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 5 Figure 2B. Main Treatment Plant and CSTP #2 with Drainage Areas DRAFT [20260303R 44] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 6 CSTP #5 is located in the South End of Superior near the corner of 61st Street and Birch Ave. The CSTP covers approximately 14.6 a cres and is b ordered by a residential area to the northwest and undeveloped forest in all other directions. The site location of CSTP #5 is shown on Figures 3A and 3B. Figure 3A. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #5 with Outfalls DRAFT [20260303R 45] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 7 Figure 3B. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #5 with Drainage Areas DRAFT [20260303R 46] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 8 CSTP #6 is located in the Billings Park area of Superior on Texas Road south of Beacon Lane . The CSTP covers approximately 15.6 a cres and is bordered by a r esidential area. The site location of CSTP #6 is shown on Figures 4A and 4B. Figure 4A. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #6 with Outfalls DRAFT [20260303R 47] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 9 Figure 4B. Combined Sewage Treatment Plant #6 with Drainage Areas DRAFT [20260303R 48] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 10 3.1 Summary of Major Activities The City of Superior Wastewater Treatment System treats wastewater from municipal, industrial, and commercial sources and is classified as a Tier 2 facility under Wisconsin ’s industrial storm water program. A brie f description of the activities , processes, and storage of the System are listed by location and building in Table 2. Table 2 Facility Descriptions Site Building/Area (map number) Activities, Processes, Storage, etc. Main Plant Main Building (MP-1) • ESDPW administrative offices. • Wastewater treatment operation controls and monitors. • Vehicles are stored in garage and are washed in garage bays. • Indoor storage: portable lift station unit, shop with tools and equipment for repairs, 5-gallon grease & oil containers, cans of paint, gas & kerosene cans, 55-gallon container of recycled oil. Main Main Screen Building (MP-2) • Initial screening of wastewater with coarse bar screen. Large debris is removed for disposal. • Two automatic rotating screens capture material larger than 1/4". Collected solids are dewatered indoors and removed for disposal. • Ferric chloride is stored in 6000-gallon container and is added to wastewater inside building. • Waste hauler dump station with holding tanks and sewer systems is located in the front of the building. Main Plant Grit Chamber & Building (MP-3) • Grit chambers utilized to settle out inorganic solids and some dense organic material. Grit that settles to bottom of chamber is pumped into an indoor grit hopper. Material is either hauled directly to the landfill or stored on an outdoor grit slab before being landfilled. Main Plant Main Pump Building (MP-4) • Four pumps transport screened sewage to the primary clarifiers. Main Plant Primary Settling Clarifier (MP-5) • Primary settling clarifier slows the wastewater velocity to settling out heavy solids. Floating constituents like grease are skimmed off. The accumulated solids are either a) pumped to anaerobic digesters or b) dewatered and landfilled via vactor truck. Main Plant Blower Chemical Building (MP-6) • Building houses the aeration equipment for the aeration tanks. • Polymer for primary settling is stored and mixed indoors. Main Plant Aeration Tanks (MP-7) • Wastewater is aerated in tanks to promote aerobic microorganism growth. Main Plant Final Clarifiers (MP-8) • Final clarifier allows settling and removal of solids from water column. Solids are pumped to the anaerobic digesters. The aerobic microbes are either returned to the aeration basin for further use or wasted to the primary tanks or digesters. Main Plant UV Building (MP-9) • Ultraviolet radiation is used to disinfect the final effluent from the main treatment plant. This system was install in 2012 and came online in November. Main Plant Cold Storage Building (MP-10) • Indoor storage: two portable generators, four 1-ton chlorine tanks, DRAFT [20260303R 49] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 11 Table 2 Facility Descriptions Site Building/Area (map number) Activities, Processes, Storage, etc. miscellaneous office equipment, used florescent light bulbs, small boat, miscellaneous spare equipment for the wastewater treatment process. Main Plant Belt Filter Press Building (MP-11) • Belt filter press used to press water from sludge. Sludge is stored in hopper and is loaded into a dump truck for disposal. Truck loading occurs inside building. • Indoor use and storage: four 1-ton sulfur dioxide cylinders, multiple 55-gallon polymer barrels, multiple 55-gallon drums of polymer cleaner, 55-gallon drum of degreaser. • Polymer barrels (empty, cleaned, upside down) are stored outdoors before they are removed. • Storage of 30-gallon container of salt for winter applications. Main Plant Two Digesters (MP-12) • Sludge (about 15,000 gallons/day) is pumped to two 500,000- gallon anaerobic digesters for stabilization (a third digester located on-site is inoperable). Digested sludge is sent to belt filter press. Methane gas is produced from the digestion process and is utilized in boilers or flared in methane burner. Main Plant Jetter Barn (MP-13) • Vactor trucks and steamers stored in heated building. • General maintenance including greasing of equipment is performed in indoor shop area. Main Plant Scrap Metal Area (MP-14) • Used cast iron, replaced manhole covers/pipes, and other metal items are stored outdoors until they are recycled. Main Plant Sewer Laydown Yard #1 (MP-15) • Pipe, concrete rings, snowplows, and other materials used for System maintenance are stored outdoors until they are used. Main Plant Sewer Laydown Yard #2 (MP-16) • Pipe, concrete rings, snowplows, and other materials used for System maintenance are stored outdoors. Gravel and dirt for infrastructure replacement also stored outdoors. Main Plant Dewatering Slab (MP-17) • Collected material from grit chamber and CSTP #2 screenings is dewatered and removed for landfill disposal. Water drains to wastewater stream for processing. Main Plant Diesel Fuel Drum (MP-18) • Diesel fuel drum (300-gallons) is stored outdoors (against west wall of CSTP #2 Screen Building) within a cement secondary containment area. Main Plant Super Nate Chamber (MP-19) • Receives pressate from the belt filter press and supernate water from digesters. Liquid is oxygenated to lessen the septicity, and added to wastewater stream for processing. Main Plant Elutriation Tank (MP-20) • Not in operation Main Plant Parking Areas (MP-21) • Parking areas are used for employee parking and storage of city- owned vehicles and/or equipment. CSTP #2 CSTP #2 Screen Building • Initial bar screening of combined wastewater/storm water coming into the CSTP. Collected solids are dewatered and landfilled. DRAFT [20260303R 50] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 12 Table 2 Facility Descriptions Site Building/Area (map number) Activities, Processes, Storage, etc. (CSTP2-1) • Ferric chloride is stored in a 6000-gallon container and is added to wastewater inside the building. Building includes tanker port connections for ferric chloride transfer. • Collected solids are initially stored just outside the building in dumpsters. Solids are later transferred to the dewatering slab prior to landfill disposal. CSTP #2 CSTP #2 Blower Pump Building (CSTP2-2) • Building houses the aeration blowers’ basin and effluent pumps. • 55-gallon drums of oil for pumps are used and stored in building. CSTP #2 CSTP#2 Retention Tank and Tunnel Space (CSTP2-3) • Chlorine is piped into contact tank for disinfection. Sulfur dioxide gas is used for dechlorination prior to discharging treated water. • Two dewatering pumps for retention tank are utilized in tunnel space. CSTP #2 CSTP #2 Basin (CSTP2-4) • Holds combined storm water and sewerage until treatment. CSTP #5 Treatment Building (CSTP5-1) • Bar screens, drum screens and setting chambers are operated in the building. • Varying amounts of oil and ferric chloride are stored indoors. CSTP #5 Drying Slab (CSTP5-2) • Waste material from vactor and sewer trucks is deposited, dewatered, and removed for disposal. Water drains to basin for processing. CSTP #5 Overflow Basin (CSTP5-3) • Holds combined sewage until treatment. CSTP #6 Treatment Building (CSTP6-1) • Bar screens, drum screens and setting chambers are operated in the building. • Varying amounts of oil and ferric chloride are stored indoors. CSTP #6 Drying Slab (CSTP6-2) • Waste material from vactor trucks and sewer haulers is deposited, dewatered, and removed for disposal. Water drains to basin for processing. CSTP #6 Sewer Laydown Area (CSTP6-3) • Pipe, concrete rings, snowplows, scrap metal, dirt, and other materials used for system maintenance are stored outdoors. CSTP #6 Overflow Basin (CSTP6-4) • Holds combined sewage until treatment. 3.2 Storm Water Outfalls and Drainage Areas Site diagrams for the System’s Main Treatment Plant, CSTP #2, CSTP #5, and CSTP #6 (shown in Figures 2 to 4) include the locations of storm water outfalls. At each site, storm water flow leaves the site via outfalls that d ischarge to waters of the state . However, much of the surface area of each System site drains into a CSTP overflow basin (and in the case of the Main Plant, outdoor treatment DRAFT [20260303R 51] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 13 processes such as clarifiers and aeration tanks also). Storm water flow draining into a CSTP basin becomes part of t he wastewater treatment process a nd is only discharged to a waterbody after treatment. Therefore, only about one-third of System surface area drains are considered ‘storm water drainage areas’. The Main Plant and CSTP #2 are located on Superior Bay and cover approximately 27 acres. The majority of the site area (central portion) drains into the CSTP #2 basin, making this drainage wastewater and not storm water. Runoff from the southern portion of the site, including the parking lot and several buildings, flows to two main flumes that drain off -site towards the railroad tracks before flowing along the surface and in ditches to Lake Superior . This flow will be tracked with Outfalls 1-1 and 1 -2 as it leaves the parking lot . Runoff from the eastern portions of the site sheet flows directly into Superior Bay. This flow will be tracked with Outfall 1 -3. Some runoff from the western portion of the site (where CSTP #2 is located) sheet flows into the slip between the basin and the Graymont Plant instead of flowing into the basin. This flow will be tracked with Outfall 2-1. There is a 12” diameter CMP storm sewer pipe that discharges into the slip near O utfall 2-1, but this pipe is part of the City’s infrastructure and does not contain any storm water originating from the Main Plant or CSTP #2. The majority of the CSTP #5 site area drains into the overflow basin, whereas storm water from the northern and eastern portions of the site drains east via Outfall 5-1 into a creek that ultimately discharges into the Nemadji River. Since the city storm sewer system from nearby residential areas is connected to the CSTP #5 site’s system, storm water from these off- site areas is discharged via Outfall 5-1 along with storm water from the site. The majority of the CSTP #6 site area drains into the overflow basin and a holding pond , whereas storm water from the southern and western portions of the site drain s west via Outfalls 6-1 and 6-2 into an unnamed tributary of the St. Louis River. Since the city storm sewer system from nearby residential areas is connected to the CSTP #6 site’s system, storm water from these off -site areas is discharged via Outfalls 6-1 and 6-2 along with storm water from the site. Table 3 indicates the drainage surface area and percent pervious/impervious estimates for the storm water outfalls at each System site as well as the surface area draining to the CSTP overflow basin (including the basin itself) at each Syste m site. Surface drainage areas, estimated from System facility maps and site visits, are shown on Figures 2 to 4. DRAFT [20260303R 52] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 14 Table 3 Storm Water Drainage Areas and Outfalls Site Outfall* Receiving Waterbody Drainage Area (acres) Percent Pervious/ Impervious Area Draining to CSTP Overflow Basin (including basin itself) (acres) Main Plant Outfall 1-1 Superior Bay (i.e. Lake Superior) 2.9 1.2% / 98.8 % 22.5 (approx.) Outfall 1-2 0.92 42.6% / 57.4% Outfall 1-3 0.93 66.6% / 33.4% CSTP #2 Outfall 2-1 Superior Bay (i.e. Lake Superior) 1.3 58.4% / 41.6% CSTP #5 Outfall 5-1 Nemadji River (via creek) 6.5 (approx.) 70% / 30% 8.0 (approx.) CSTP #6 Outfall 6-1 St. Louis River (via unnamed tributary) 4.5 (approx.) 50% / 50% 9.0 (approx.) Outfall 6-2 2.0 (approx.) 80% / 20% * An outfall is defined by WDNR to be the point where storm water is discharged to waters of the state or to a storm sewer. 4.0 Potential Sources of Storm Water Pollution Potential sources of storm water pollution at the three System sites have been evaluated. The potential for storm water pollution exists whenever materials may be exposed to storm water that is discharged to waters of the state , or where there are operations that may result in storm wat er pollution. 4.1 Inventory of Significant Materials Significant materials that are anticipated to be exposed to storm water that is discharged to waters of the state include the following: • Construction material (gravel, dirt, sand) • Plastic, metal, and concrete parts • Scrap metal and other materials • Oils and grease on vehicles/equipment • Valve stem grease (from value stems located outdoors) • Waste material from vactor trucks and sewer haulers Significant materials that are anticipated to be exposed to storm water that is discharged to a CSTP overflow basin and becomes part of the wastewater treatment process include the following: • Plastic, metal, and concrete parts • Scrap metal and other materials • Oils and grease on vehicles/equipment • Valve stem grease (from value stems located outdoors) • Waste material from vactor trucks and sewer haulers • Inorganic material from grit chamber DRAFT [20260303R 53] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 15 • Solids from screening building (via dumpsters?) Significant materials that are used /managed at System sites but do not contaminate storm water include the following: • Untreated wastewater • Diesel fuel (fuel oil) • Oil, grease, degreaser paint (in cans/containers) • Valve stem grease (from value stems located indoors) • Ferric chloride • Chlorine • Salt • Digested sewage sludge • Solids from wastewater screening • Polymer For more information on the System’s material inventory, see Section 3.1 of this Plan (“Summary of Major Activities”). 4.2 Potential Sources of Storm Water Contamination Potential sources of storm water contamination are listed in Table 4. This table does not include those potential contamination sources where contaminated storm water would discharge to a CSTP basin and become part of the wastewater treatment process. Table 4 Potential Sources of Storm Water Contamination Site Potential Source of Contamination Outfall(s) Potential Pollutant(s) Main Plant Outside parking/storage of vehicles/equipment Outfalls 1-1, 1-2 Oil and grease, metals Main Plant Valve stem grease Outfalls 1-1, 1-2, 1-3 Oil and grease CSTP #2 Plastic, metal, and concrete parts; other scrap materials (Sewer Laydown Yard #2) Outfall 2-1 Total suspended solids (TSS), oil and grease, metals CSTP #2 Gravel, sand (Sewer Laydown Yard #2) Outfall 2-1 Total suspended solids (TSS) CSTP #5 Waste Material (Drying Slab) Outfall 5-1 Total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), oil and grease, metals, nitrate, ammonia, pathogens CSTP #6 Waste Material (Drying Slab) Outfalls 6-1, 6-2 Total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), oil and grease, metals, nitrate, ammonia, pathogens CSTP #6 Plastic, metal, and concrete parts; gravel, sand (Sewer Laydown Area) Outfalls 6-1, 6-2 Total suspended solids (TSS), oil and grease, metals DRAFT [20260303R 54] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 16 5.0 Non-Storm Water Discharges The Superior Wastewater Treatment System must identify all known contaminated and uncontaminated sources of non-storm water discharges to storm water sewers or “waters of the state” and indicate which (if any) are covered by the WPDES permit. Based on the non-storm water discharge inspection performed during the site visit , the System does not generate or produce any non-storm water discharges. Vehicle washing will occur indoors or, on rare occasions when this is infeasible, will occur in an area where the runoff enters the CSTP #2 basin. 5.1 Spills, Leaks, or Overflows There have been no spills, leaks, or other similar discharges reported at the site. Spills or leaks will be cleaned up promptly and completely. While extremely unlikely, the CSTP basins do have the potential to overflow and discharge combined storm water/sewerage to storm sewers or water bodies. The CSTP basins overflowed at various times during the 100- year flood event of June 19- 21, 2012. These overflows are regulated under the wastewater permit. 6.0 Best Management Practices The objective of Best Management Practices (BMPs) is to eliminate or reduce storm water pollution potential. BMPs can include processes, procedures, schedules of activities, and other management practices. This SW PPP presents two main types of BMPs: source area control BMPs described in Section 6.1 and storm water treatment practices described in Section 6.2. If current practices are deemed inadequate, additional practices may be required. 6.1 Source Area Control Best Management Practices Source area control BMPs include contamination source reduction/elimination, prevention of storm water contact with significant materials , and structural containment of significant materials and contaminated storm water . Source ar ea control BMPs developed for the System are described in Table 5. Table 5 Source Area Control Best Management Practices Source Area Control BMPs Site(s) / Location(s) Practice Description Management of materials stored outdoors Main Plant; CSTP #2; CSTP #6 Materials stored outdoors (gravel, sand, parts, scrap metal, etc.) shall be covered when possible before a precipitation event. The amount of materials stored on- site is minimized (i.e. no significant stockpiling). Dewatering/drying slab inspections and management All System sites Slab drains are kept open and free of debris at all times. Pick-ups of dried materials are to follow a regular schedule. Overfilling of slabs is to be avoided. Erosion and sediment control All System sites Any unvegetated areas are seeded to prevent soil from becoming dislodged. Sloped areas that could be at risk for erosion are identified and appropriate stabilization measures are undertaken. DRAFT [20260303R 55] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 17 Table 5 Source Area Control Best Management Practices Source Area Control BMPs Site(s) / Location(s) Practice Description Routing storm water into the treatment process Main Plant; CSTP #2 Whenever practical, storm water that comes in contact with significant materials at the facility should be routed to a CSTP basin or a treatment process sewer. Storage and handling of liquid materials All System sites All liquid materials (see Section 4.1), with the exception of the diesel fuel AST, are stored indoors. If floor drains are present, they are kept clear. Whenever possible, chemical transfer or handling shall occur indoors. Diesel fuel AST inspection and management Main Plant; CSTP #2 Concrete secondary containment is utilized for the AST. Pump hoses are inspected regularly. The containment structure should be kept clean. If rainwater collects in containment structure, the water should be inspected for oil or sheens before being emptied. A staff member must be present during AST refilling. Management of solid wastes All System sites Solid wastes from the wastewater treatment process (screened solids, grit chamber solids, digester sludge) should be disposed of in a timely fashion. Whenever possible, all loading of solid wastes into disposal trucks should be conducted indoors. Spill response All System sites Promptly clean spills of any significant materials. Spill response equipment should be available on-site. Vehicle/equipment storage Main Plant; CSTP #2 Whenever possible, vehicles and equipment stored on- site are to be stored indoors to reduce the risk of pollutant exposure to storm water. Greasing of valve stems Main Plant Valve stem greasing is performed to prevent the failure of treatment systems and liquid storage. For valve stems located outdoors, staff should avoid applying an excessive amount of grease. Vehicle maintenance and washing Main Plant; CSTP #2 Vehicles are kept in good working order to prevent leaks. Whenever possible, maintenance is performed indoors. All vehicle washing will occur indoors or in an area where the runoff enters the CSTP #2 basin. Employee training All System sites Employees of the System will be given training on storm water program issues and BMPs. This training can be combined with existing trainings (such as health, safety, or emergency response). Visual inspections All Outfalls See section 7.0 “Site Monitoring Requirements” below. 6.2 Storm Water Treatment Best Management Practices While source area control BMPs are expected to achieve adequate storm water pollution prevention, the System has identified and implemented rain gardens as a storm water treatment BMP at the main DRAFT [20260303R 56] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 18 treatment plant. Dense ground vegetation (i.e. rain garden) is maintained on six different areas of the main treatment facility (shown in Figure 5, totaling about 0.5 acres ) to t reat storm water flow from facility grounds and bu ilding roofs. The vegetation provides some mitigation for solids and other undissolved pollutants while providing infiltration opportunities, all of which are desirable treatment BMPs. In addition, the majority of the main treatment plant’s southeast sid e (area around the Aeration Tanks and Clarifiers) and large portions of CSTPs #5 and #6 are grass-covered, which provides some pollutant mitigation and infiltration. Furthermore, a vegetated wetland area in the far southeast corner of the Main Plant site can also mitigate pollutants , if any, found in the site’s storm water prior to discharge. Figure 5. Rain Gardens at Main Plant 7.0 Site Monitoring Requirements In order to verify that BMPs are meeting expectations of storm water pollution prevention, three evaluations will take place on a regular basis. These evaluations are shown in Table 6. DRAFT [20260303R 57] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 19 Table 6 Facility Inspections Evaluation Deadline Responsibility Quarterly Storm Water Visual Inspection Once each quarter within 1 hour of a rain event: 1. January 1 to March 31 2. April 1 to June 30 3. July 1 to September 30 4. October 1 to December 31 • The Maintenance Manager and/or Stormwater and Administrative Manager will complete inspections. • The SWPPP team will respond to issues identified in inspections. Semi-annual Non-storm water Discharge Inspection Once each semi-annual period during dry weather: 1. January 1 to June 30 2. July 1 to December 31 • The Maintenance Manager and/or Stormwater and Administrative Manager will complete inspections. • The SWPPP team will respond to issues identified in inspections. Annual Facility Site Compliance Inspection (AFSCI) Once annually during the period of June 1 to September 30.* • The Maintenance Manager and/or Stormwater and Administrative Manager will complete the compliance inspections. • The SWPPP team will respond to issues and update the Plan as necessary. * To facilitate the inspection, the AFSCI is scheduled during the typically wetter period of the year. 7.1 Quarterly Storm Water Visual Inspection The System will conduct and document visual inspections of each storm water outfall on a quarterly basis. Outfalls indicated in Table 3 will be included in the inspection. These inspections should be conducted within the first 30 minutes and no later than 60 minut es after the beginning of storm water discharge. The inspection should be of the first flush (and presumably the mos t contamin ated) of storm water . There is no requirement to conduct the inspections subsequent to a specified amount of rainfall. During the inspection, the facility should note any observations of storm water pollution including: • Color • Odor • Turbidity • Suspended Solids • Foam • Oil sheen The visual inspections will be documented on the Quarterly Visual Inspection form included in Appendix B, “Blank Inspection Forms and AFSCI Reports .” This form may also be used to document conditions after other significant storm events. Completed monitoring forms are maintained in Appendix C, “Completed Inspection Forms.” Per NR 216.28(5), the quarterly storm DRAFT [20260303R 58] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 20 water visual inspection requirement may be waived by the WDNR if no snow melt or runoff events large enough to conduct the inspection occur. Visual observation records will be kept for five years after each record is generated. 7.2 Semi-annual Non-Storm Water Visual Inspection The System will use the end-of-pipe screening method to evaluate storm water outfalls for non-storm water discharges. This is a visual inspection of observed flow, stains, sludges, or other abnormal conditions. The evaluations will take pla ce during dry periods and will be conducted semi -annually. If the source of a flow can not be identified, dye testing, smoke testing, or video camera observation method may be used to investigate the source. Records of the non-storm discharge inspection will include the following: • Date of testing • Test method • Outfall location • Testing results • Sources of non-storm water flows A Non-Storm Water Discharge Inspection Form is provided in Appendix B. Completed forms are maintained in Appendix C. Completed inspection logs will be kept for five years after each record is generated. 7.3 Annual Facility Site Compliance Inspection The System will perform and document the results of an annual facility site compliance inspection (AFSCI) to verify that all pollution so urces are correctly identified and that the site drainage pattern description remains accurate. The inspector shall also check that appropriate storm water pollution prevention and treatment best management practice s have been chosen, and the practices are being implemented, properly operated, and adequately maintained. The timing of the inspection shall include seasonal or cyclical activities at the system sites so that the inspection is representative of the full range of system activities. Information reported shall include the inspection date, inspection personnel, scope of inspection, major observations, a schedule for implementing any further actions needed to control storm water contaminants, and revisions needed in the SWPPP. The inspection will be documented on WDNR Form 3400-176 (R6/05) included in Appendix B. Completed forms are maintained in Appendix D. The AFSCI reports will be kept for five years after each report is generated. 8.0 Storm Water Sampling Requirements Based on the activities conducted at the facility, in accordance with the requirements of NR 216, the System is not required to conduct storm water sampling and analysis and is not subject to groundwater or surface water limitations. Unless otherwise indi cated by the WDNR, storm water sampling will not be a requirement of this SWPPP. No storm water sampling for chemical analysis has been conducted to date at the site. 9.0 Implementation, Recordkeeping, and Reporting The Superior Wastewater Treatment System is currently covered under WDPES permit WI-0025593- 08-1 (issued by the WDNR on February 5, 2013; effective April 1, 2013). As a Tier 2 facility in WDNR’s storm water program, the System is not required to submit the SWPPP or monitoring results DRAFT [20260303R 59] Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Wastewater Treatment System Superior, Wisconsin Page 21 to the WDNR. The permit requires that the System certify complia nce with the SWPPP requirements. The certification page is located at the beginning of this Plan. Copies of the SWPPP will be maintained in the Superior Main Treatment Plant office, the CSTP #5 building, and the CSTP #6 building. Blank forms for the record keeping and reporting associated with the SWPPP are included in Appendix B . Completed forms will be maintained in Appendices C and D. All reports and records pertaining to the permit coverage will be retained for five years after the information is generated. All records shall be made available to the WDNR upon request. 10.0 SWPPP Amendments In accordance with ch. NR 216.27(4) of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, the SWPPP will be amended if any of the following circumstances occur: • When expansion, production increases, process modifications, changes in material handling or storage or other activities are planned which will result in significant increases in the exposure of pollutants to storm water discharged either to waters of the state or to storm water treatment Systems. • It is discovered through the comprehensive AFSCI, quarterly visual inspections of storm water discharge quality, quarterly inspection of storm water controls, or other means that the provisions of the SWPPP are ineffective in controlling storm water pollution discharges to waters of the state. • Upon written notice that the WDNR finds the SWPPP to be ineffective in achieving the conditions of the storm water permit issued to the site. The ESDPW will keep the SWPPP current by correcting deficiencies in the original SWPPP. The ESDPW will amend the SWPPP and notify the WDNR in the event of any operational changes that could result in additional significant storm water pollution. 11.0 Standard of Care The conclusions and recommendations contained in this document were arrived at in accordance with generally accepted professional engineering practice at this time and location. Other than this, no warranty is implied or intended. SDP/BKO DRAFT [20260303R 60] Storm Sewer System Map 1/10/2024 E. Green µ 0 0.5 10.25 Miles Legend Lake Lines Storm Storage Basins ! ! ! ! ! ! Active DRAFT [20260303R 61] 42nd Ave. East Stinson Ave. 30th Ave. East Bardon Ave. North 58th Street Tower Ave./STH 35 North 28th Street Lake Superior ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport& Sea Plane Base Central Ave.STH 105 Wisconsin Point Pokegama River Nemadji River Minnesota Point St. Louis Bay St. Louis River Superior Bay BARKERSISLAND MARINAPIERS SLIP DRY DOCK CrawfordCreek Nemadji River HUGHITT SLIP FAXON CREEK POKEGAMA BAY Bear Creek KELLY BAY Pokegama River UNNAMED ST LOUISRIVER KILNER BAY BEAR CREEK HOWARDS BAY WOODSTOCK BAY Bluff Creek NEWTON CREEK ALLOUEZ BAY BLUFF CREEK KIMBALLS BAY POKEGAMA RIVER LAKE SUPERIOR SUPERIOR BAY ST LOUIS BAY NEMADJI RIVER Figure 2.8.1.A Drainage Basin Boundaries For Each MS4 Outfall; Storm Water Conveyence System 0 1 20.5 Miles DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. Date: 1/10/2025 User Name: GreenE Legend No Changes Updated This Year Requires Update Streets Railroads Lake Lines SewerShed Outfall OT010004 OT010005 OT010006 OT010007 OT010008 OT010009 OT010066 OT010150 OT010307 OT020004 OT020010 OT020012 OT020236 OT021021 OT040001 OT040004 OT040005 OT040006 OT040007 OT040009 OT040010 OT040011 OT040014 OT040121 OT040135 OT040191 OT040199 OT040202 OT040206 OT040211 OT040216 OT040221 OT040224 OT040233 OT040235 OT040237 OT040239 OT040241 OT040257 OT050001 OT050016 OT050017 OT050018 OT060001 OT060003 OT060004 OT060020 OT060060 OT060066 OT060068 OT060139 OT060142 OT070001 OT070006 OT070012 OT070013 OT070014 OT070021 OT070024 OT070025 OT070085 OT070087 OT070089 OT070111 OT070180 OT070183 OT070187 OT070194 OT080001 OT080002 OT08001A OT080140 OT080152 OT080162 OT080163 OT080166 OT090000 OT3A0005 OT3A0038 OT3A0212 OT3A0235 OT3A0243 OT3A0246 OT3A0251 OT3A0281 OT3A0290 OT3A0303 OT3A0315 OT3A0316 OT3A0321 OT3A0322 OT3A175A OT3B0026 OT3B0027 OT3B0028 OT3B0220 OT3B0229 OT3B0233 OT3B0315 OT3B0330 OT021267 µ DRAFT [20260303R 62] 42nd Ave. East Stinson Ave. 30th Ave. East Bardon Ave. North 58th Street Tower Ave./STH 35 North 28th Street North 21st Street Belknap Street Lake SuperiorSuperior Bay ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport& Sea Plane Base Central Ave. STH 105 US 53 Wisconsin Point Pokegama River Nemadji River Minnesota Point Hog Island Inlet 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Faxon (Central Park) Creek 303d LISTED IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A St. Louis River 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Newton Creek EAP Project IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A Faxon Creek St. Louis Bay Lake Superior, Wisconsin Point-Beach #2 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5APokegama Bay Kimballs Bay Kilner Bay Kelly Bay Woodstock Bay Superior Entry Howard's Pocket Hughitt Slip Cumming Slip Tower Bay Slip St. Louis River Dutchman Creek Lower Nemadji River 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A Lake Superior, 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A Howards Bay 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Lake Superior, Wisconsin Point-Beach #1 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A Lake Superior, Wisconsin Point-Beach #3 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A UNNAMED Creek 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER NOTE: TMDL Category 5A Barker's Island Inner Beach Delisted 303(d) IMPAIRED WATER Pokegama River 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Bluff Creek 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Bear Creek 303d Listed IMPAIRED WATER Esri, HERE, Garmin, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS user community US 2 Figure 2.8.1.B ORW, ERW, and Impaired Waters; Receiving Waters; Watersheds 0 1 20.5 Miles DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. Date: 1/28/2026 User Name: GreenE Data taken from WIDNR Surface Water Data Viewer Web Map Legend City of Superior Boundary Road Centerlines Railroads Lake Lines Bear Creek St. Louis River Bluff Creek Downtown Faxon Creek Howard Bay Nemadji River Nelson Creek Newton Creek South_Superior Unknown Creek µ DRAFT [20260303R 63] BELKNAP CENTRAL US 533RD TOWER I 535 2ND STATE HWY 105 COUNTY RD E US HWY 2 Figure 2.8.3 Known MS4 Outfalls E. Green 1/28/2026 µ Legend Major Outfalls Minor outfall Railroads Lake Lines Streets FEDERAL STATE COUNTY CITY 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.60.2 Miles DRAFT [20260303R 64] 42nd Ave. East Stinson Ave. 30th Ave. East Bardon Ave. North 58th Street Tower Ave./STH 35 North 28th Street North 21st Street Belknap Street St. Louis Bay Lake Superior Superior Bay Allouez Bay ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport& Sea Plane Base Central Ave. STH 105 US 2 St. Louis River US 53 Wisconsin Point Pokegama River Nemadji River Minnesota Point 0 10.5 Miles Figure 2.8.4 WPDES Permit Holders Date: 1/10/2025 User Name: GreenE DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. Legend Always Available Roll Off Services Amsoil Inc BNSF Railway Company - Allouez Facility BNSF Railway Company - Superior Yard BP Dome Petroleum Barkers Island Marina Barko Hydraulis LLC COS Albany Tree Dump COS Moccasin Mike Landfill Canadian Pacific Railroad Charter Nex Films Conagra Flour Mill DLS Landfill Dave Evans Transport Inc Exodus Machines Inc FedEx Ground Fraser Shipyards Inc Genesis Attachments Graymont (WI) LLC Hallett Dock Company Halvor Lines Inc Hansen Mueller Company Husky Superior Refining Company LLC IHS Development J & B Trucking LLC Jeff Foster Trucking Inc Lakehead Concrete Works Inc Metalrecovry Corporation Monarch Paving Company Northern Engineering Company LLC O S I Environmental Inc Peterson Wood Treating Inc Richard I Bong Municipal Airport Screen Graphics Simko Superior Ltd Specialty Minerals Inc Stella-Jones Corporation Superior-Duluth Redi Mix T.L.K. Industries, Inc - NOW CLOSED Twin Ports Auto Parts Inc Union Pacific Railroad - Itasca Yard Valley Cartage & Warehousing Worlwide Machining and Welding, Inc Streets Railroads Lake Lines µ DRAFT [20260303R 65] a CSTP #2 aCSTP #6 aCSTP #5 a SSWQ a Landfill a Bong Airport a Vinje Industrial Park aBarkers Island 2 aBarkers Island 1 aButler Pond a Grandview Estates a Billings Park BMP a Poplar Basin (ª (ª (ª (ª(ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª (ª Superior Bay Allouez Bay ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport & Sea Plane Base Wisconsin Point Minnesota Point N 28TH N 21ST BELKNAP CENTRAL US 53 N 3RD TOWER I 535 E 2ND US HWY 2 STATE HWY 105 US HWY 2 & 53 CNTY RD Z COUNTY RD E SLIP DRYDOCK CrawfordCreek HUGHITT SLIP POKEGAMA BAY FAXON CREEK NemadjiRiver Bear Creek KELLY BAY KIMBALLS BAY ST LOUIS RIVER UNNAMED KILNER BAY BEAR CREEK WOODSTOCK BAY HOWARDS BAY Pokegama River NEWTON CREEK Bluff Creek BLUFF CREEKPOKEGAMA RIVER ALLOUEZ BAY LAKE SUPERIOR SUPERIOR BAY NEMADJI RIVER ST LOUIS BAY 0 1 20.5 Miles Figure 2.8.5 Municipally Owned and Operated Stormwater Management Facilities Date: 1/28/2026 User Name: GreenE DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. µ Legend (ª Grit Chamber MS4 Basin CSTP Roads Railroads Lake Lines DRAFT [20260303R 66] Landfill Municipal Garage Snow DumpFire Department Wastewater Treatment Plant/CSTP #2 Fire Department Station 3 Fire Dept Station 2 CSTP #6 Snow Dump Dump Site Dump Site Dump Site Dump Site Dump Site Dump Site 42nd Ave. East Stinson Ave. 30th Ave. East Bardon Ave. North 58th Street North 28th Street North 21st Street St. Louis Bay Superior Bay Allouez Bay ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport& Sea Plane Base US 2 St. Louis River Wisconsin Point Pokegama River Nemadji River Minnesota Point BARKERSISLAND MARINAPIERS SLIP DRYDOCK CrawfordCreek ST LOUIS RIVER HUGHITT SLIP FAXONCREEK Nemadji River Bear Creek WOODSTOCK BAY UNNAMED BEAR CREEK HOWARDS BAY Pokegama River NEWTON CREEK Bluff Creek BLUFF CREEK POKEGAMA RIVER ALLOUEZ BAY LAKE SUPERIOR SUPERIOR BAY ST LOUIS BAY NEMADJI RIVER 0 0.9 1.80.45 Miles Legend Facility CSTP #6 Fire Department Fire Department Station 2 Fire Department Station 3 Landfill Municipal garage Snow Dump Mud Dump Wastewater Treatment Plant/CSTP #2 Street Sweep Dump Sites Roads Railroads Lake Lines Figure 2.8.7 Municipal Garages, Storage Areas, and other Public Works Facilities Date: 1/27/2025 User Name: GreenE DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. µ DRAFT [20260303R 67] St. Louis Bay Lake Superior Superior Bay Allouez Bay ®q ®q R.I. Bong Airport Sky Harbor Airport & Sea Plane Base St. Louis River Wisconsin Point Pokegama River Nemadji River Minnesota Point BELKNAP CENTRAL STATE HWY 13 US 53 3RD US HWY 2 & 53 CNTY RD UU TOWER I 535 2ND STATE HWY 105 CNTY RD Z COUNTY RD E US HWY 2 State Hwy 35 CNTY RD E CNTY RD A 0 0.85 1.70.425 Miles Figure 2.8.8 Streets Date: 1/10/2025 User Name: GreenE Legend Road Centerlines Railroads Lake Lines DISCLAIMER: Although information presented on this map is generally correct, it is not the intent to guarantee the attributes, location, or existence of the indicated features. µ DRAFT [20260303R 68] DRAFT [20260303R 69] DRAFT [20260303R 70] DRAFT [20260303R 71] DRAFT [20260303R 72] DRAFT [20260303R 73] DRAFT [20260303R 74] DRAFT [20260303R 75] DRAFT [20260303R 76] DRAFT [20260303R 77] DRAFT [20260303R 78] DRAFT [20260303R 79] DRAFT [20260303R 80] DRAFT [20260303R 81] DRAFT [20260303R 82] DRAFT [20260303R 83] DRAFT [20260303R 84] DRAFT [20260303R 85] 2025 Highlighted EventsRain Barrel Workshops ESD and Douglas County Land and Water Conservation Department partnered for the sixth year to host three rain barrel workshops to the community. Each workshop, participants left with ready to use barrels! This year, the workshops were hosted at the Superior Middle School. Storm Drain Art Gallery Open House The local band, Similar Dogs, played at the event while the artists’ shared and sold their work. The Thirsty Pagan pizza and project merch was available for attendees. It was a great event! Ice Festival The Water Resources Team tabled at the Ice Fest, discussing smart salting and winter practices with community members. The ORB365 community art project was on display showcasing volunteer’s dedication to protect Lake Superior! DRAFT [20260303R 86] 2025 Highlighted Volunteer Opport. & Lessons Adopt-a-Storm DrainLessons 10 Superior 4th and 5th grade classes adopted 2 storm drains each around their schools! Pictured are a couple of the classes and students. Citizen Stream Monitoring Pictured are some of the volunteers monitoring Faxon Creek as part of the statewide Water Action Volunteer Program. Sue Haver Nancy Bode Kenn Anderson Joe Radtke Ms. Else’s 5th grade students. Mrs. Correll’s 4th grade students. Mrs. Burfield’s 5th grade students. Mrs. Hudson’s 5th grade students. Peter Stipetich on Faxon Creek. Emily & Anne checking turbidity. Caroline & Emily preparing their dissolved oxygen sample. DRAFT [20260303R 87] 2025 Press Winter Salt Week Green Visions: Winter Salt Awareness Week 2025 | The North 103.3 FM Earth Day: https://www.wdio.com/front-page/top-stories/superior-residents-pitch-in-for-a-city-wide-cleanup- for-earth-day/ https://www.fox21online.com/2025/04/22/cooper-elementary-students-get-hands-on-learning-for- earth-day/ https://www.superiortelegram.com/news/local/students-volunteers-dig-into-earth-day-cleanup Storm Drain Art Gallery Open House: Green Visions: Storm Drain Art Project 2025 | The North 103.3 FM Lake Superior Day: https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2025/07/21/lake-superior-day-celebrated-with-8th-annual- paddle-board-race/ Lake Superior Day filled with appreciation and education - WDIO.com https://www.fox21online.com/2025/07/20/lake-superior-day-brings-great-appreciation/ DRAFT [20260303R 88] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! To scan the QR code open your phone’s camera, hold the camera over the QR code, and click the link that pops up on your screen. ? ? ? ? ? QR CODE? A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - January 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - January 2025 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! IT’S JUST ONE POOP! If your pet poops, please pick it up! It is the courteous thing to do & protects public health, water quality, & the environment from pollution. Learn a poop-ton more by scanning the QR code! DID YOU KNOW? The City of Superior requires Superior residents to license their dog(s). The license period is from Jan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2025 and it must be renewed annually. Please complete the Dog License application included in the billing. WATER RESOURCES VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO! Meet Heather & Nick, volunteers new to the Citizen Stream Monitoring Program! 1. Why did you become a Citizen Stream Monitor? My husband and I moved here from North Carolina, days after I graduated from college. Over the summer, I had originally planned to do some extra research in NC to see if toxic chemicals were in our water. Since graduating, I haven’t felt like I completed that area of my life. But, by becoming a Citizen Stream Monitor, I’ve fulfilled that area of my life and received so much joy from it! I get to see if there is enough oxygen in the water, check electrolyte concentrations, and use a cool gadget to check our water turbidity. I also get to make fun memories with my husband, be out in nature, and help out our new community!! 2. Can you share a couple of highlights from the monitoring season? This year was our first year as Citizen Stream volunteers. We didn’t know what to expect. Megan was so helpful in showing us exactly what to do! The stream, Faxon Creek, that we monitor is only a few minutes from our house, full of beauty, flows through a park the community uses, and refreshes our souls each time we go!! 3. Tell us a little about yourself! I love working part-time as a phlebotomist here at Essentia Health, casually as a medical scribe in the ER at St. Lukes, going to church at Central Assembly of God, and volunteering for Hospice! This community has been such a blessing to us! Thank you all for welcoming us, southern accent and all! Are you feeling curious about the Citizen Stream Monitoring Program? Scan the QR code to learn more! Each year, the Environmental Services Division compiles a Stormwater Annual Report. Join us to learn about the City’s 2024 stormwater programming and provide ideas to protect our waterways. You can participate in two ways: 1. Join us at our Public Stormwater Open House! • When: Wednesday, February 12 (4:30 - 5:30 PM) • Where: Superior Public Library Classroom, 1530 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI *ADA accessible & virtual option available. 2. Complete a brief Online Scavenger Hunt of our report summary. • Complete online form or call in during the 2nd and 3rd week of February. Scan the QR code to access open house details & scavenger hunt! Or visit www.superiorwi.gov/577/Annual-Report Connect with us by phone or email at (715) 394-0392 (dial 1), stormwater@superiorwi.gov. Folks that participate in the open house or scavenger hunt will have chance to win BID Bucks! Heather testing for dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations in Faxon Creek. Nick waiting for the DO test to settle before titration. DRAFT [20260303R 89] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - January 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - January 2025 2025 HOLIDAY GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE FRIDAY, APRIL 18: SPRING HOLIDAY Accelerated garbage pickup: No change for Monday pickup. All other days, place out one day ahead of scheduled pickup. For more info, scan the QR code or call (715) 394-0244. Trash pickup only on weekdays. Be aware there may be delays. UTILITY BILLING: YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNT AT A GLANCE EXAMPLE Start here! Click on this small arrow & account options will drop down. Click on one of the options & you’ll be directed to that page. Not sure where to go? The account options & their descriptions are listed here. If you have any questions, please connect with us at 715-395-7578 or 715-395- 5833 or by email at utilitybilling@ superiorwi.gov. Scan the QR to sign in to your account. Each sewage usage bill is calculated based on the water meter reading from Superior Water, Light & Power (SWL&P). The billing date changes made by SWL&P may also affect your sewage usage bill. The October usage may be higher due to the SWL&P billing cycle changing from a 30-day cycle to a one-time 58-day billing cycle. The change by SWL&P was meant to bring your usage closer to the date that you receive your bill. November’s usage is back to a 30-day reading. OCTOBER 2024 BILLING USAGE NOTICE This winter, use salt and deicers responsibly. Don’t forget to switch to a different deicer when the temperature is too cold for salt to work (below 15°F). Or spread bird seed or sand for traction! DRAFT [20260303R 90] • Remove snow from ALL sidewalks adjacent to your property and crosswalk ramps. Push snow into your yard or adjacent “boulevard.” When clearing driveways, do not block sidewalks with snow. • Do not push snow into the street, bike lanes, alley entrances, curb ramps, crosswalk, or neighboring properties. Pictured right is an example of how a sidewalk needs to be cleared. • Clear the sidewalk’s full width to allow mobility and access to pedestrians in wheelchairs, people with children in strollers, students walking to school, and individuals with assistive devices. • If you need to use road salt on icy surfaces, smart salting practices recommend to scatter with 3” between salt grains. Switch to sand when temperatures drop below 15°F, because the commonly used road salt does not work below 15°F. Road salt compounds and excess sediment can be harmful to the environment. Information in this flyer is referenced from the Superior Municipal Code of Ordinance Sections: Sec. 106-10. - Removal of snow and ice generally. Sec. 106-11. - Placing of snow on streets, alleys and sidewalks prohibited. TIPS FOR SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL: Clearing ice and snow from public sidewalks around your property creates a safe space for everyone. We are all pedestrians at some point in the day, whether going to the bus, to a car, or to a neighborhood store. Snow and ice on the sidewalk make it difficult for everyone – especially people with disabilities, seniors, and children – to move safely. In the City of Superior, all property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to their property. If an owner does not clear the sidewalk within 24 HOURS of the end of the snowfall, the City of Superior may take action to have the snow removed without prior warning. The cost of the removal, along with an additional administrative fee, will be charged to the owner of the property. Citations may also be issued. Snow removal questions or concerns? City of Superior Code Compliance (715) 395-7596 or codecompliance@ci.superior.wi.us Connect with us on Facebook! SHOVELING YOUR SIDEWALK IT’S THE NEIGHBORLY THING TO DO & IT’S ALSO THE LAW. DRAFT [20260303R 91] City of Superior Environmental Services Division (ESD) Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! To scan the QR code open your phone’s camera, hold the camera over the QR code, and click the link that pops up on your screen. ? ? ? ? ? QR CODE? A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - April 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - April 2025 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION (ESD) BULB SHED HOURS & SCHEDULING CHANGES SMART SALTING PRACTICES Did you know?! Salt and sand leftover on the sidewalk can be swept up to be used again. Scan the QR code to learn more! Are you excited about clean water, local art, and community engagement? Join us to celebrate the successes of the Storm Drain Art Project and to see the storm drain artists’ artwork. All are welcome to this free event! WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (5:30 - 7 PM) WHERE: Empire Coffee & Joe Polecheck Photography Gallery (1204 Tower Ave., Superior, WI 54880) WHAT: For the month of June, the 2024 Storm Drain Art and artists’ additional work will be on display at the front house gallery for free! During the Open House, Similar Dogs are scheduled to play and food is available. ARTISTS: David Cook, Sylvia Houle, Tom Moriarty, & Dawn, Molly, & Mazie Turchi. Questions? (715) 394-0392, ext. 1033. Scan the QR code for more info! 1. Bulb Shed Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Closed for Holidays). 2. Scheduled appointments are required for bulb drops with 100 bulbs or more. 3. Please press the ‘Call Button’ at the ESD’s main entrance for help. 4. If you missed the Bulb Shed Hours, call (715) 394-0392 to schedule an appointment or come back when the shed is open. We accept compact fluorescent lamps and mercury containing products such as button batteries, thermometers, thermostats, barometers, flowmeters, hydrometers, psychrometers, mercury switchers or relays, and manometers. Questions? Call (715) 394-0392, dial 1 or email keppersa@superiorwi.gov. Scan the QR code to learn more! STORM DRAIN ART GALLERY OPEN HOUSE Only accepting items from City of Superior & Douglas County residents, & City of Superior businesses. Sylvia Houle, 2024 DRAFT [20260303R 92] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - April 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - April 2025 HOLIDAY GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE MEMORIAL DAY Monday pickup, place out on Tuesday. All other days, place out on regular scheduled day. Date ClosedHoliday Garbage Schedule Change TRASH PICKUP ONLY ON WEEKDAYS. BE AWARE THERE MAY BE DELAYS. FREE FOOD WASTE COMPOSTING Did you know there are 6 food waste drop off sites around Superior? All items must be bagged in BPI free bags & no liquids are allowed. Food waste is composted at Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) in Duluth. EVENT: Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM - 12 PM, we are hosting launch parties at each drop off site. Enjoy light snacks and enter to win prizes. Stay tuned for more info! Scan the QR code learn more about the program! Questions? (715) 398-7222 FATS, OILS, & GREASE (FOG) Pouring FOG down the sink or garbage disposal can cause major clogs in the sanitary sewer pipe. These types of materials do not break down like some food particles or toilet paper. Clogs increase the chance for basement back-ups and the City’s sewer use ordinance prohibits materials that obstruct flow in sewers. Additionally, flushing items down the toilet, such as wet wipes, paper towels, and feminine hygiene products, can also cause major clogs. Only flush the 3 P’s and scan the QR code for more info! Questions? (715) 394-0392 2025 ANNUAL SPRING WHEN: Monday, April 28 thru Wednesday, May 23 WHAT: Residents can place refuse that does not fit into their trash cans out for pick up. All eligible items must be available for pick-up by 7 AM on scheduled day. Items placed after 7 AM may not be picked up and will become responsibility of the resident. WHEN: Monday, April 28 thru Monday, June 2 WHAT: Residents can place all eligible items for pick-up by 7 AM on the first day of the scheduled week for collection. Items placed after 7 AM, or later in the week, may not be picked up and will become responsibility of the resident. Questions? Call 715-394-0244 or scan QR Code for Spring & Brush Cleanup rules and schedule map. 2025 ANNUAL BRUSH CLEANUP 2025 FREE LANDFILL DAYS WHEN: SAT., APRIL 19, & SAT., APRIL 26 (8 AM - 2:30 PM) WHO: City of Superior only. Proof of residency or ownership required. ID with Superior address or property tax statement with ID. ITEMS ACCEPTED FOR FREE • Household Trash • Brush • Tires: 4 per residence, 18” or less • Grass clippings and leaves • E-waste OTHER ITEMS ACCEPTED (fees apply) Mattresses and box springs $25 each: completely dry and clean. $30 each: damp, wet, or heavily soiled. Questions? Call (715) 398-7222 or scan the QR code. Monday, May 26 INDEPENDENCE DAY Accelerated garbage pickup: Monday has no change. Tuesday through Friday place out garbage one day earlier than regular schedule day. Friday, July 4 For more info: (715) 394-0244 or scan the QR code! DRAFT [20260303R 93] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! To scan the QR code open your phone’s camera, hold the camera over the QR code, and click the link that pops up on your screen. ? ? ? ? ? QR CODE? ©2022 Janelle Wourms HOLIDAY GARBAGE PICK UP SCHEDULE For Monday pickup, place trash out on Tuesday. No change for Tuesday through Friday pickup. Be aware that there may be delays in pickup. For schedule, scan the QR code . LABOR DAY: Monday, September 1 Do you travel in the summer?! Set auto pay & e-billing, & go have fun! That way your bills can find you wherever you are, at a beach or swamp! Automatic payments are done within 3-5 days from the due date of the billing. If your current bill is past due, please note that the automatic payment will not be taken until the next bill is due. As an added benefit, payments made from checking or savings are free! Already have an account? Log in. If you do not have an account you can register by clicking on the Create a new account link. All you need is your account number and CID # from your bill to create a new account. To avoid any late fees, please make a one time payment to pay off the current balance. If you have any questions, please connect with us: (715) 395- 5833 or utilitybilling@superiorwi.gov. Scan the QR code for the auto pay web page! (https://superior.authoritypay.com) UTILITY BILLING A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - July 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - July 2025 KEEP GRASS CLIPPINGS IN YOUR YARD Grass clippings and debris in the street are prohibited and a finable offense under City Code 58-2 and the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit. Most storm drains connect our streets to our streams! The excess nutrients from grass and leaves can cause clogs in storm sewers and algae blooms in local streams. Once algae decays, it depletes the oxygen in water needed by fish and other aquatic organisms. 25% of your lawn’s total fertilizing needs can be met by leaving grass clippings on your lawn! Lawn maintenance tips: 1. Mow with blower facing into lawn when mowing the border of lawn to keep clippings on lawn and off the street. 2. Always collect or sweep clippings off pavement and back onto yard. 3. Leave grass clippings on the lawn. Or, collect clippings and add to compost. DO YOU WANT TO WORK LESS & PLAY MORE THIS SUMMER? Planting native gardens or lawns, or trees can help reduce the amount of work you have to do! Learn more from the #NoPoopFairy by scanning the QR code (www.poopfairy.university/videos). DRAFT [20260303R 94] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! To keep soap suds out of Lake Superior and surrounding rivers and streams, please consider washing your car at a car wash! Car washes treat and recycle polluted wash water. CAR WASHING TIP: If you do wash your car at home, please wash it in your yard or a grassy area. This way, polluted water has time to soak into the ground instead of flowing down the curb and right into our freshwater lakes and streams. Learn more by scanning the QR code! YOU WOULDN’T WASH YOUR CAR IN LAKE SUPERIOR, WOULD YOU? The annual 5th Grade Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Tours were throughout the entire month of May! The Environmental Services Division (ESD) hosted 12 classrooms with about 300 students who learned about water use and how the city cleans wastewater traveling from our homes, businesses, and schools. These tours have been offered for about 24 years and the Water Resources Team were excited to teach a new group of students at the WWTP! This year, we gave a sticker (pictured below) to each student that says, ‘I survived the smelliest WWTP building!’ after they toured the screening building, which is the first step in the treatment process. Additionally, each class receives a ‘Certifi-Poop of Recognition’ and the ‘3 P’s’ sticker (below) for safely touring the facility’s seven wastewater treatment steps and two solid waste treatment steps. The WWTP has many important steps that treat and disinfect wastewater before returning it back to local waterways. Scan the QR code to learn more about the City of Superior WWTP. Do you want to tour the Superior WWTP? Connect with Megan via email (hogfeldtm@superiorwi.gov) to schedule a tour today! 5TH GRADE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT TOURS Cathedral 5th Grader, Moe, as the wastewater droplet! Picture credit: MPCA Flickr FREE ELECTRONIC WASTE DISPOSAL Did you know the Superior landfill offers free disposal of electronics year-round? Simply bring your old cell phones, tablets, computers, printers, and other devices to the landfill during business hours and drop them off. This service is open to anyone in the region, not only Superior residents. SUPERIOR LANDFILL HOURS: M - F 8 AM - 3:40 PM & Saturdays 7 - 11 AM. If you’re unsure whether an item is recyclable call the landfill at 715-398- 7222 or scan the QR code for the web page (superiorwi.gov/landfill). Recycling electronics saves energy, water and tons of materials – literally! The steel, aluminum, and plastic in electronics can be reused to make new materials. Each electronic device also contains small amounts of precious metals such as copper, silver, gold, and palladium that can be recovered. E-Cycle Wisconsin has recovered about 52 million pounds of steel from electronics. That’s enough to make 22,000 cars! Learn more by scanning the QR code! (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Ecycle/ Wisconsin.html) (Source: WDNR Publication No. WA1716) Mrs. Izzard’s 5th grader class from Northern Lights Elementary. ©2022 Janelle Wourms A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - July 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - July 2025 DRAFT [20260303R 95] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - October 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - October 2025 FLUORESCENT BULB & MERCURY RECYCLING This resource is free for residents of Superior and Douglas County and City of Superior businesses. Bulb Shed Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Closed for Holidays) Scheduled appointments are required for bulb drops with 100 bulbs or more. For more info call (715) 394- 0392, or scan the QR code. This year was the third annual WI Stormwater Week! Scan the QR code to learn more. As part of this week-long event, there was a statewide Call to Action for WI residents to join or host a cleanup or adopt-a-storm drain program. Megan, a Water Resources Specialist, connected with several fourth & fifth grade Superior classrooms for neighborhood storm drain adoptions & storm drain art postcard writing! CHRISTMAS Wednesday, Dec. 24 & Thursday, Dec. 25 NEW YEAR’S DAY 2025 Thursday, Jan. 1 Thursday, Nov. 27 & Friday, Nov. 28 VETERAN’S DAY 2025 - 2026 HOLIDAY GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE Tuesday, Nov. 11 THANKSGIVING Monday pickup no change. All other days, place out bins one day earlier than normal scheduled day by 7 AM. Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday pickup place out on Monday by 7 AM. Thursday & Friday pickup place out on Tuesday by 7 AM. Monday pickup no change. All other pickup days have garbage out one day earlier than normal scheduled pickup day by 7 AM. Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday, pickup, place out Monday by 7 AM. Thursday & Friday pickup, place out on Tuesday by 7 AM. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY Monday, Jan. 19 DATE CLOSEDHOLIDAY GARBAGE SCHEDULE CHANGE TRASH PICKUP ONLY ON WEEKDAYS @ 7 AM. BE AWARE THERE MAY BE DELAYS. Monday & Tuesday pickup place out on Tuesday by 7 AM. Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday pickup no change. For more info: (715) 394-0244 or scan the QR code! ANNUAL FALL LEAF PICKUP When: Monday, Nov. 3 through Friday, Nov. 14 The city will pick up BAGGED LEAVES. Brush is NOT included in this pick up, only bagged leaves. For more details, call (715) 394- 0244, or scan the QR code for the clean up schedule. WE DO ACCEPT: • Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL) • Button batteries • Thermometers • Thermostats • Barometers • Flowmeters • Hydrometers • Psychrometers • Mercury switches or relays • Manometers (measures and indicates pressure) WE DO NOT ACCEPT: • Broken Bulbs • Electrical Ballasts • LED Bulbs (do not contain mercury) BALLASTSBALLASTS LED BULBSLED BULBS BROKEN BULBSBROKEN BULBS Mr. O’Connell’s 5th grade class. Mrs. Burfield’s 5th grade class. Mrs. Correll’s 5th grade students at their adopted storm drain. DRAFT [20260303R 96] City of Superior Environmental Services Division Public Works (715) 394-0392 Scan the QR code to visit ESD’s web page! 2025 UTILITY BILLING ASSESSMENT Simply bring your old cell phones, tablets, computers, printers, and other devices to the landfill during business hours and drop them off. This service is open to anyone in the region, not only Superior residents. Recycling electronics saves energy, water and tons of materials – literally! E-Cycle Wisconsin has recovered about 52 million pounds of steel from electronics. That’s enough to make 22,000 cars! SUPERIOR LANDFILL HOURS: M - F 8 AM - 3:40 PM & Saturdays 7 - 11 AM. If you’re unsure whether an item is recyclable call the landfill at 715-398- 7222 or scan the QR code for the web page (superiorwi.gov/landfill). Image credit: MPCA Flickr Once per year, the City of Superior turns over any unpaid utility charges to be assessed against the owner’s property taxes. • The assessment period for 2025 is generally from July 2024 - June 2025. • Any unpaid charges, late fees incurred for this period, and a 10% penalty may be assessed after the deadline (listed below). PLEASE BE AWARE: Payments by ACH or online bank account payments, are not posted to your account until the money clears your bank. This process can take two to three days. Be sure to set up your payment several days in advance before the dates listed below to ensure it will be received on time. ASSESSMENT PERIOD DEADLINES LISTED BELOW: Friday, October 31st, 2025 To avoid the 10% penalty, past due balance payments must be received by October 31st, 2025. Friday, November 14th, 2025 Full payment of your delinquent charges to your account, including the 10% penalty, must be received by end of day Friday, November 14th. Payments received after Nov. 14th will be applied against current unpaid balances. Friday, November 14th, 2025 Delinquent balances are turned over to the County and removed from the City of Superior’s billing system. Delinquent balances are payable only on your property taxes at the County Treasures office. For more information call Utility Billing at (715) 395-5833 or scan the QR code! To scan the QR code open your phone’s camera, hold the camera over the QR code, and click the link that pops up on your screen. ? ? ? ? ? QR CODE? WHAT IS FOG? WHO NEEDS FERTILIZER WHEN YOU HAVE LEAVES? This fall, use your mower to mulch leaves in place. Homeowner tips for fall lawn care: • Consider mulching leaves on your lawn to naturally return nutrients to the soil without adding fertilizer. Two passes over lawn and leaves can shred leaves with mower, will return nutrients to your lawn naturally. • Be strategic. If you want to use herbicides, it is most effective to apply it in the fall as many weeds, like Creeping Charley, regrow from their roots. Spot treat or hand pull weeds if possible! • Be sure to sweep up excess fertilizers or herbicides from sidewalks and roadways. Fats, oils, and greases (FOG) are organic, fatty materials derived from animal and plant sources. Sources of FOG: • Butter, margarine, lard • Bacon, pork, turkey, chicken, beef, fish, lamb, & other types of animal fat • Salad dressings, sour cream, & mayonnaise • Olive, canola, vegetable, & other oils • Gravy & other sauces • Avocados FOG can cause clogs in the sink drain. Keep FOG out of your stink drain! Scan the QR code to learn more! A DR P OF NEWSA DR P OF NEWS Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - October 2025Your Stormwater & Wastewater Newsletter - October 2025 DRAFT [20260303R 97] • Remove snow from ALL sidewalks adjacent to your property and crosswalk ramps. Push snow into your yard or adjacent “boulevard.” When clearing driveways, do not block sidewalks with snow. • Do not push snow into the street, bike lanes, alley entrances, curb ramps, crosswalk, or neighboring properties. Pictured right is an example of dos and don’ts for clearing sidewalks. • Clear the sidewalk’s full width to allow mobility and access to pedestrians in wheelchairs, people with children in strollers, students walking to school, and individuals with assistive devices. • If you need to use road salt on icy surfaces, smart salting practices recommend to scatter with 3” between salt grains. Switch to sand when temperatures drop below 15°F, because the commonly used road salt does not work below 15°F. Road salt compounds and excess sediment can be harmful to the environment. SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL TIPS: Clearing ice and snow from public sidewalks around your property creates a safe space for everyone. We are all pedestrians at some point in the day, whether going to the bus, to a car, or to a neighborhood store. Snow and ice on the sidewalk make it difficult for everyone – especially people with disabilities, seniors, and children – to move safely. In the City of Superior, all property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to their property. If an owner does not clear the sidewalk within 24 HOURS of the end of the snowfall, the City of Superior may take action to have the snow removed without prior warning. The cost of the removal, along with an additional administrative fee, will be charged to the owner of the property. Citations may also be issued. Snow removal questions or concerns? City of Superior Code Compliance (715) 395-7596 or codecompliance@superiorwi.gov Connect with us on Facebook! SHOVELING YOUR SIDEWALK It’s the neighborly thing to do & it’s the law. Info referenced from Superior Municipal Code of Ordinance Sections: • Sec. 106-10. - Removal of snow and ice generally. • Sec. 106-11. - Placing of snow on streets, alleys and sidewalks prohibited. If you see a snow covered sidewalk on a walk, please report in the “My City of Superior App” scanning the QR code! DRAFT [20260303R 98] ...were investigated and addressed. Illicit discharges are inputs to the stormwater system that are not rain or snowmelt (and therefore shouldn’t be there). ...had active stormwater permits and were inspected to ensure proper stormwater management and erosion control practices. SUPERIOR’S STORMWATER 2024 educational events ... tons of trash & debris... construction projects... ..., including lessons, workshops and mailings, helped students and residents increase their awareness about stormwater pollution. ...were collected during street sweeping in 2024. That’s about 225 adult elephants worth of trash and debris that was kept out of our local waterways! illicit discharge reports... 234 ...were cleaned by removing trash, debris, and sediment from the settling chamber (sump). This helps prevent flooding and keeps stormwater flowing smoothly through our pipes. The City of Superior’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Annual Report documents the actions and activities completed to manage and prevent stormwater pollution. Below are some highlights pulled from the 2024 report. 75 21 902 119 catch basins... For questions, contact us at: City of Superior Environmental Services Division (715) 394-0392 or stormwater@superiorwi.gov Or visit us at: www.superiorwi.gov DRAFT [20260303R 99] DRAFT [20260303R 100] STORMWATER MANAGEMENT CONTRACTOR TRAINING Training topics include stormwater management & erosion control requirements for construction sites, the regional stormwater permitting process, regulatory differences between WI & MN, and more! *This training fulfills the training requirement for an erosion control project contact as part of the City of Superior’s Stormwater Permitting Program. WHEN 2025 CITY OF SUPERIOR WHAT Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 8:30-3:00 PM CST WHERE HOW Register online today at www.superiorwi.gov/ECTraining . $25 registration fee includes lunch and covers all course materials. Payment details in registration link. Superior Public Library 1530 Tower Ave, Superior, WI Questions? Contact us at 715-395-0392 or stormwater@superiorwi.gov DRAFT [20260303R 101] City of Superior Stormwater Management Contractor Training 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, April 2, 2025 Superior Public Library 8:30-8:40 AM Welcome and Logistics ‒ Lisa DeGuire, City of Superior 8:40-9:00 AM Why it Matters: Protecting Regional Water Resources ‒ Lisa DeGuire, City of Superior 9:00-9:45 AM Life Cycle of a Construction Project: Stormwater Permitting through N.O.T. ‒ Erica Green, City of Superior 9:45-10:15 AM Small Site Permits and Erosion Control ‒ Ryan Gundstrom and Mitch Olson, City of Superior 10:15-10:30 AM Break 10:30-11:30 AM WDNR Stormwater Construction Technical Standards, BMPs, and Updates − Matt Jacobson, Wisconsin DNR 11:30-11:45 AM What About Wetlands? Wetland Delineations and Permitting − Darienne McNamara, City of Superior 11:45-12:15 PM Lunch - provided 12:15-12:30 PM Is it the Same Across the Bridge? Stormwater Permitting in Duluth − David Cook, City of Duluth 12:30-1:15 PM Q&A Panel Session − Matt Jacobson, Wisconsin DNR − David Cook, City of Duluth − Lisa DeGuire, City of Superior 1:15-1:30 Break 1:30-2:00 PM Compliant, Profitable Construction Sites − Ida Sampson, City of Superior 2:00-2:50 PM Erosion Control Plan Activity 2:50-3:00 PM Review and Wrap-up Presenter Contact Information: Lisa DeGuire - City of Superior, Water Resources Coordinator, deguirel@superiorwi.gov, 715-395-5843 Matt Jacobson - Wisconsin DNR, Stormwater Manager, Matthew.Jacobson@wisconsin.gov, 715-682-3273 David Cook - City of Duluth, Utility Resource Specialist, dcook@DuluthMN.gov, 218-606- 3884 Darienne McNamara - City of Superior, Environmental Regulatory Coordinator, mcnamarad@superiorwi.gov; 715-395-7506 Erica Green - City of Superior, Water Resource Specialist, greene@superiorwi.gov, 715-817-8795 Ryan Gundstrom - City of Superior, Engineering Technician, gundstromr@superiorwi.gov, 715-395- 7300 Mitchell Olson - City of Superior, Engineering Technician, olsonm@superiorwi.gov, 715-394-7594 Ida Sampson, City of Superior Stormwater and Administrative Manager, sampsoni@superiorwi.gov, 715-395-7506 DRAFT [20260303R 102] DRAFT [20260303R 103] Section 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Attachment Section 3.c List of evaluated outfalls All outfalls have been screened at least once during the current permit cycle. The following outfalls were screened in 2025: Minor Major OT040006 OT090000 OT3A0321 OT010409 OT040014 OT021270* OT3B0516 OT050003* OT090001 OT060170* OT3B0411 OT060172* OT3B0412 OT060136* OT3B0413 OT050206* OT3B0220 OT3B0229 OT3B0531 OT050016 OT050207 OT021269* OT060134* OT060135* OT060137* OT060139* OT050207* OT060068* *Inspected as a part of annual City-owned SCM inspections. Different inspection form; no samples taken. DRAFT [20260303R 104] Section 3.f. Additional information Table 1. Summary of Illicit Discharge Complaints that were confirmed illicit discharges in 2025. Date Location Type of incident Enforcement Notes 01/02/25 1104 E 2nd St Sump water into storm drain Written Warning RESOLVED: Owner discontinued direct discharge. 03/04/25 Blatnik Bridge/Connors Point Green dye in swamp and river DNR handoff RESOLVED. See 3.g. 04/28/25 110 E 2nd St Grout poured in storm drain NOV RESOLVED: Responsible party cleaned up. 05/27/25 2623 N 21st St Sewage in catch basin NOV RESOLVED: ESD cleaned up sewage. Educated responsible party on proper future actions. 06/25/25 1901 Logan Ave Paint in ditch NOV RESOLVED: Responsible party cleaned up and educated on proper future actions. 06/30/25 MH050107 to MH050062 Oil in storm drain system Written Warning RESOLVED. System cleaned by collections crew. Educational letter sent to suspected upstream industry (could not confirm). 07/29/25 3319 Baxter Ave Concrete washout in ditch NOV RESOLVED: Responsible party cleaned up and educated on proper future actions. 08/14/25 1217 N 23rd St Sediment in catch basin Written Warning RESOLVED: Collections crew cleaned and removed sediment from catch basin and Building Inspection issued warning. 08/28/25 Homecroft Mobile Home Community Concrete washout in ditch NOV RESOLVED: Responsible party cleaned up, updated training, and purchased tools for BMPs. 10/27/25 1 Montreal Pier Gain dust in river DNR handoff RESOLVED. See 3.g. 12/30/25 900 block of Hammond Ave Sump directly connected to storm drain Written Warning RESOLVED: Responsible party removed direct connection. Educated responsible party on proper future actions. Section 3.g. Explanation of why the sum of 3.d. and 3.f does not equal 3.g. All confirmed discharges were listed as resolved, but two were handed off to the DNR for resolution. The DNR spill coordinator led the investigation for the green dye. ESD assisted as needed but took no enforcement action. The grain dust from 1 Montreal Pier was observed in the harbor and documented. However, the City does not have the appropriate tools for this type of violation and air quality was a major component of the report. Staff reported incident to DNR. DRAFT [20260303R 105] Section 3.i. Explanation on Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination reporting The number of illicit discharge complaints received has increased in recent years due to a new citizen reporting system that was implemented in 2023. Of the 41 complaints received in 2025, 11 were classified as confirmed illicit discharges (see Table 1 above), 15 reports were for grass clippings or leaf violations (notices and educational info mailed to residents), 15 were classified as reported (but did not merit enforcement action), and 14 were classified as other potential illicit discharges (preventative actions taken prior to discharge entering stormwater conveyance system). Classification definitions or other details can be provided upon request. For question 3d. during outfall screening two samples were found to have slightly elevated ammonia above the DNR action value (0.3mg/L and 0.5 mg/L). However, initial investigation did not lead to any discharges or obvious sources, and no negative impacts were observed upstream or downstream. We will continue to monitor these outfalls. The following discharges were identified in 2024 and resolved in 2025: Table 2. Summary of Illicit Discharge Complaints that were confirmed in 2024 and resolved in 2025. Date Location Type of incident Enforcement Notes 12/5/24 Jeff Foster Trucking 313 Winter Street Polyvinyl alcohol release into sewer NOV Resolved February 2025. 12/5/24 1228 Hammond Ave Sewage discharge to street NOV Resolved January 2025. 12/13/24 Amsoil Inc 1812 Winter St AFFF release into sewer NOV Resolved February 2025. DRAFT [20260303R 106] Links to the 2025 season file for each outfall can be found by clicking the link attached to each Outfall ID. Additional pictures, videos, and field sheets can be found there. One folder up will give previous years data for that outfall for comparison purposes. Reed and Genevieve took updated GPS coordinates for outfalls when the equipment was available. I believe this information was shared with Andrew or Paul to incorporate the new coordinates into our base GIS maps. Please confirm with Andrew and Paul. There were 9 outfalls of note out of 15 outfalls screened during the 2025 outfall screening season. Issues were divided into 5 main categories; needs cleaning (3), needs structural fixes (4), could not locate (0), location needs updating in GIS (0), and concerning discharge (2). A summary table is below for quick reference. Outfalls of particular interest are starred (*). Outfall ID Issues OT090001 Needs cleaning. Excessive vegetation around structure. Dead roots, leaves, etc. OT040014 Needs cleaning. Roots growing in front of outfall. Sticks and leaves inside outfall. OT3B0411 Needs structural fixes. Joint separation between apron end wall and pipe. OT3B0412 Concerning discharge. Action level exceeded: Ammonia (0.497 mg/L), Chlorine (0.5 mg/L). OT3B0531 Needs structural fixes. Apron end wall bearing surface eroded 1-2’ deep. OT3B0220* Needs structural fixes. Last pipe segment detached from overall pipe segment, roughly 2-2.5’ displacement due to erosion. OT050016 Needs structural fixes. Joint separation between apron end wall and pipe. OT3A0321 Concerning discharge. Action level exceeded: Ammonia (0.327 mg/L). OT010409 Needs cleaning. Potential impediment of flow with excessive debris and surrounding vegetation. Name: Adelle Keppers, Reed Hoyt, Genevieve Gard, Lisa DeGuire Submitted To: Dave Pollock Date: 12/19/25 City of Superior OUTFALL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE TRACKING FORM DRAFT [20260303R 107] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT090001 Inspection Date: 07/08/2025 Location: Off Hammond and 35th in front of middle school. Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs cleaning. Dead roots, sticks, dirt, debris on outfall. DRAFT [20260303R 108] DRAFT [20260303R 109] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT040014 Inspection Date: 07/08/2025 Location: Off E 2nd Street in line with 19th Ave E. Take a left onto 18th Ave E and go down Osaugie Trail sidewalk ~470ft to get to a grassy area. Another 100 ft through waist high brush to the outfall. Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs cleaning. Roots growing over front of outfall. Leaves and sticks in outfall. DRAFT [20260303R 110] DRAFT [20260303R 111] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT3B0411 Inspection Date: 07/31/2025 Location: North of N 28th St at intersection with Weeks Ave and East of UWS Services Center. First outfall in Faxon creek basin heading west to east. Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs structural fixes. Pipe joint separating from apron end wall. DRAFT [20260303R 112] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT3B0412 Inspection Date: 07/31/25 Location: North of N 28th St at intersection with Weeks Ave and East of UWS Services Center. Immediately east of OT3B0411. Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Concerning discharge. Action levels crossed. Ammonia (0.497 mg/L), Chlorine (0.5 mg/L). DRAFT [20260303R 113] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT3B0531 Inspection Date: 08/12/2025 Location: Between Catlin Ave and Superior Highschool Baseball Field, North of Spartan Rd. Roughly 43’ north of parking lot Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs structural fixes. Apron end wall bearing surface eroded 1-2’ deep. DRAFT [20260303R 114] DRAFT [20260303R 115] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT3B0220 Inspection Date: 08/12/2025 Location: Between Catlin Ave and Superior Highschool Baseball Field, North of Spartan Rd. Walk roughly 135’ down sidewalk from parking lot then roughly 85’ east towards baseball field Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs structural fixes. Last pipe segment detached from overall pipe segment, roughly 2-2.5’ displacement due to erosion. DRAFT [20260303R 116] DRAFT [20260303R 117] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT050016 Inspection Date: 08/13/2025 Location: East of CSTP5, About 72’ east of side fence entrance Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs structural fixes. Pipe joint separating from apron end wall. DRAFT [20260303R 118] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT3A0321 Inspection Date: 07/02/2025 Location: Intersection of Laurel and Hill Ave. Outfall located in Laurel Ave retaining wall. Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Concerning discharge. Action level exceeded: Ammonia (0.327 mg/L). DRAFT [20260303R 119] Map: Photos: Outfall ID: OT010409 Inspection Date: 06/25/2025 Location: Intersection of N 1st and Cumming Ave discharging to Cumming Slip Cleaning/Maintenance Issue: Needs cleaning. Potential impediment of flow with excessive surrounding vegetation. Could not clearly assess condition of outfall. May need structural fixes as well. DRAFT [20260303R 120] WHAT IS AN ILLICIT DISCHARGE? POLLUTION PREVENTION According to federal regulations, an illicit discharge (ID) is “... any discharge to a MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) that is not composed entirely of stormwater...” City of Superior has an ordinance (sec. 114-239) that prohibits IDs. Scan the QR code to learn more about the city ID ordinance. Stormwater (rain or snow melt) is one of the leading causes of surface water pollution. Most storm drains in Superior connect our streets to our streams. Stormwater flows off yards, sidewalks, and roads while picking up pollutants such as dog waste, oil, and cigarette butts. These items are carried to the nearest storm drain and then to Superior streams. Report illicit discharges to protect our water! WHY IS POLLUTION PREVENTION IMPORTANT? Types of Illicit Discharges: • Grass and leaves • Oils, fuels, and coolants • Detergents and cleaners • Paints • Concrete waste • Pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer • Liquid from dumpsters • Sediment • Dog waste For more information or to report an illicit discharge, call (715) 394-0392, dial 1. How do I report an illicit discharge? Step 1: You found an illicit discharge. Step 2: Is there a fire, explosion, safety hazard, threat to the environment or need to evacuate? Step 3: If the answer is “yes” to step 2, call 911. Step 4: If the answer is “no” to step 2: • Call Environmental Services Division (715) 394-0392, dial 1 • Or complete the on-line form - scan QR code Step 5: What to report: • Date, time & pictures • Location • Observations about the water & substance In Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requires reporting spills that are more than the following quantities: • 1 gallon of gasoline onto a pervious surface • 5 gallons of a petroleum product other than gasoline onto a pervious surface • 250 pounds dry fertilizer • 25 gallons of a liquid fertilizer • 250 pounds of dry fertilizer Pictured above are examples of illicit discharge: gasoline and grass clippings. DRAFT [20260303R 121] GOOD HOUSE- KEEPING PRACTICES 1. Keep the work areas neat & clean. Clutter can increase the chance of spills & accidents. 2. Put all tools, equipment, & materials away when not in use. 3. Don’t put containers of liquids where they might be knocked over & label all containers. 4. Use funnels when filling all containers & drip pans underneath work areas to catch spills. 5. Ensure that outdoor material storage is covered with lid, tarp, or roof to prevent contact with rain. Please use secondary containment when appropriate. TIPS FOR PREVENTING SPILLS For more information or to report an illicit discharge, call (715) 394-0392, dial 1. In Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requires reporting spills that are more than the following quantities: • 1 gallon of gasoline onto a pervious surface • 5 gallons of a petroleum product other than gasoline onto a pervious surface • 250 pounds dry fertilizer • 25 gallons of a liquid fertilizer • 250 pounds of dry fertilizer If you discover an uncontrolled spill of hazardous materials, who should be notified first? Call 911 for the local Hazardous Materials Response Team (Fire Department). WHAT IS A HAZARDOUS SPILL? Anything that can harm human health or the environment. Typically, hazardous spills are petroleum based products or chemicals. However, sometimes a hazardous spill could be something that is not normally hazardous. For example, if there is a massive milk spill in a trout steam, that would be considered hazardous. Wisconsin has a state statue “Spill Law” requiring that all spills must be reported: Wis. Stat. § 292.11 Hazardous Substance Spills. DRAFT [20260303R 122] WHAT IS AN ILLICIT DISCHARGE? POLLUTION PREVENTION According to federal regulations, an illicit discharge (ID) is “...any discharge to a MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) that is not composed entirely of stormwater...” City of Superior has an ordinance (sec. 114- 239) that prohibits IDs. Scan the QR code to learn more about the city ID ordinance. Most storm drains connect our streets to our streams and contaminated stormwater is one of the leading causes of surface water pollution. Make sure that only rain goes down the storm drain! Protect our water by reporting illicit discharges and preventing spills through good housekeeping practices. WHY IS POLLUTION PREVENTION IMPORTANT? Types of Illicit Discharges: • Grass and leaves • Oils, fuels, and coolants • Detergents and cleaners • Paints • Concrete waste • Pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer • Liquid from dumpsters • Sediment • Dog waste For more information or to report an illicit discharge, call (715) 394-0392, dial 1. HOW DO I REPORT AN ILLICIT DISCHARGE? Pictured is gasoline entering a storm drain - an example of illicit discharge. Step 1: You found an illicit discharge. Step 2: Is there a fire, explosion, safety hazard, threat to the environment or need to evacuate? Step 3: If the answer is “yes” to step 2, call 911. Step 4: If the answer is “no” to step 2: • Call Environmental Services Division (715) 394-0392, dial 1 • Or complete the on-line form - scan QR code Step 5: What to report: • Date, time & location • Pictures • Observations about the water & substance Pictured is construction site sediment and leaf debris entering a storm drain - an example of illicit discharge. DRAFT [20260303R 123] SMART SALTING PRACTICES WINTER SAFETY: PREVENT SLIPS CITY OF SUPERIOR WINTER SNOW & ICE MANAGEMENT POLICY HOW TO PROPERLY SALT: SAVE TIME & MONEY Just one teaspoon of salt will permanently pollute 5 gallons of water! The policy provides a uniform understanding of the priorities and procedures used to combat snow and ice related conditions, including road salt environmental impacts. Learn more about the policy by scanning the QR code. 1. Switch to boots with appropriate traction & wear ice cleats. Don’t forgot to remove your ice cleats when entering a building. 2. Watch for ice! Take short steps or shuffle for stability & apply sand for traction. 3. Stay on a cleared sidewalk to avoid unforeseen ice and painful slips. Before the Storm 1. Anti-icing: Apply salt brine solution to prevent ice bonding and snow compact- ing to roads. After the Storm 1. Remove snow 2. For colder temps below 15°F, switch de- icers or use SAND for traction. 3. Save Money! When you scatter salt or de-icer, start small. If needed, you can always add more. For more information call the Environmental Services Division (715) 394-0392, dial 1. Traditional rock salt doesn’t melt ice below 15° F. For lower temps, select sand for traction or a de-icer like calcium chloride. DRAFT [20260303R 124] DRAFT [20260303R 125] DRAFT [20260303R 126] DRAFT [20260303R 127] From 11/03/2025 to 11/14/2025 Order: by Hauler (01) by Truck (455) Type: All Detailed Gross/Tare/Net Report City of Superior - Garbage Trucks (01) Truck (455) Date / Time In Date / Time OutTicket Account Truck Code Net Net TonsTareGross 45501 11/03/25 01:56pm01W 29,320 8,220 4.11 37,5401 1/03/25 02:09pm300719 45501 11/04/25 01:40pm01W 29,320 4,840 2.42 34,16011/04/25 01:49pm300757 45501 11/05/25 01:44pm01W 29,320 5,800 2.90 35,12011/05/25 02:14pm300789 45501 11/06/25 01:59pm01W 29,220 7,900 3.95 37,12011/06/25 02:10pm300829 45501 11/07/25 01:58pm01W 29,180 4,040 2.02 33,22011/07/25 02:07pm300868 45501 11/10/25 12:28pm01W 29,320 5,220 2.61 34,54011/10/25 12:49pm300915 45501 11/12/25 01:57pm01W 29,340 7,900 3.95 37,24011/12/25 02:06pm301002 45501 11/13/25 11:05am01W 29,300 1,840 0.92 31,1401 1/13/25 11:15am301025 45501 11/14/25 09:58am01W 29,420 1,460 0.73 30,88011/14/25 10:09am301053 Loads Units Yards Net Tons 9 0 0.0 23.61 47,220 Net Truck (455) Totals Loads Units Yards Net Tons 9 0 0.0 23.61 47,220 Net City of Superior - Garbage Trucks (01) Totals Loads Units Yards Net Tons Grand Totals 9 0 0.0 23.61 47,220 Net Report 11/17/2025 Legend: I = Imported, E = Edited, M = Minimum ChgPage 1 of 1 C:\Program Files (x86)\AWS\Interact\Data\Reports\GFG2SDET.RPT 2:12:49 pm DRAFT [20260303R 128] HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE – 2/23/2026 Mtg Page 1 of 2 HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes Monday, February 23, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Councilor Sweeney at 5:00 p.m. on February 23, 2026, in room 204 of the Government Center. 1 ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Jack Sweeney, Lindsey Graskey, Garner Moffat, Sarah Anderson CITY STAFF PRESENT: Beth Archer, Jon Fiskness (virtual), Cammi Janigo, Todd Janigo, Jason Serck, Paul Winterscheidt (virtual), Deb Williams OTHERS PRESENT: Shelley Nelson 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Human Resources Committee (Meeting held January 28, 2026) MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey. Motion carried. 3 OLD BUSINESS 3.1 MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey, to move item 3.1 after item 5.2. Motion carried. 3.2 Approve updated job description for Chief Building Inspector MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey, to approve with an amendment. Motion carried. The committee discussed the different requirements/certifications within the Building Inspection Department. Director Todd Janigo explained that employees are encouraged and able to pursue additional certifications that would benefit the department (i.e. commercial, electrical, etc.) Councilor Moffat recommended adding additional language to the job description regarding an expectation for continuing education. HR Director Janigo suggested adding the following sentence to the end of #1 under the“Requires”section: “Will strive to obtain additional certifications that are beneficial to the Building Inspection Department.” 3.3 Approve updated job description for Public Works Director MOTION by Graskey, seconded by Moffat. Motion carried. Todd Janigo left the meeting at 5:39 pm. 4 NEW BUSINESS [20260303R 129] HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE – 2/23/2026 Mtg Page 2 of 2 4.1 Request to fill Student Worker/Intern position in 2026 in Information Technology Department to assist with GIS data work MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey. Motion carried. Jon Fiskness (virtual) and Jason Serck left the meeting at 5:43 pm. 4.2 Update Non-Union Salary and Benefits Policy/Handbook, Section 15 B language to pay out accrued compensatory time upon non-retirement separation of employment MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey. Motion carried. 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Receive and file: Monthly personnel report for January 2026. The committee received and filed. 5.2 Human Resources updates. No action required. Shelley Nelson left the meeting at 5:51 pm. MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey, to go into closed session at 5:51 pm. Motion carried. 3.1 #27 Police Union Negotiations (refer to closed session) Closed under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1) (c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. MOTION by Moffat, seconded by Graskey, to go back into open session at 6:17 pm. Motion carried. Councilor Sweeney requested that the committee bring back information for discussion pertaining to the Customer Price Index (CPI), specifically, how it was determined (for non-union wage increases) to the March HRC meeting. 6 ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:19 p.m. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Respectfully submitted by Beth Archer [20260303R 130] [20260303R 131] [20260303R 132] [20260303R 133] PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE – 2/05/2026 Meeting (Meets monthly on 1st Thursday at 5 p.m.) Page 1 of 4 *Attended virtually PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES February 5, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Councilor Moffat at 5:04 p.m. on February 5, 2026, in Government Center Room 204. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Nick Ledin, Ruth Ludwig, Garner Moffat, Tylor Elm (alt) 1. ROLL CALL Members Present: Garner Moffat, Ruth Ludwig, Tylor Elm City Staff Present: Chris Carlson, Kara Czapinski, Jim Paine, Ida Sampson, Lisa DeGuire*, Mark Johnson* Others Present: Shelley Nelson, Dan Olson 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1. Public Works Committee (Meeting held December 9, 2025) MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to approve the minutes from December 9, 2025. 2.2. Public Works Committee (Special Meeting held January 20, 2026) MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to approve the minutes from January 20, 2026. 3. OLD BUSINESS 3.1. Referred by the City Council Meeting held January 6, 2026 - Consideration of Lead Service Line Replacement Ordinance. Mayor Paine presented several amendments to the Lead Service Line Replacement Ordinance, emphasizing the need for clearer contractor qualifications, updated definitions to accommodate potential future changes in utility ownership, and the city's authority over property access during replacements. The committee recognized the necessity for a distinct policy regarding emergency replacements, which would outline funding sources, application procedures, and measures to prevent misuse. The committee raised concerns about the removing water shutoff as an enforcement mechanism, to which Paine responded that the city typically resorts to fines and inspection warrants for violations of the ordinance. Fines are already in the existing city code, and inspection warrants ensure a respectful approach to property access. MOTION by Elm, second by Ludwig and carried to approve the Lead Service Line Replacement Ordinance with the proposed changes. [20260303R 134] PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE – 2/05/2026 Meeting (Meets monthly on 1st Thursday at 5 p.m.) Page 2 of 4 *Attended virtually 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1. Stormwater Permit Annual Report – (No action required) Assistant Public Works Director Chris Carlson characterized the Annual Stormwater Permit Report as a detailed account of the city's efforts to safeguard stormwater, lakes, rivers, and streams, highlighting the importance of both regulatory adherence and proactive environmental care. Ida Sampson elaborated on the city's various public and educational initiatives designed to enhance awareness of stormwater management, informing committee members about an upcoming Public Meeting on February 11th at the Library at 4:30 p.m., where residents can learn about the city's stormwater programs and share suggestions for protecting local waterways. 4.2. Recommendation to approve the purchase of two Burke Nucleus Modular Play Structures and stand-alone playground features for Hammond Park in the amount of $148,421.90 from Lee Recreation, LLC. Councilor Ludwig detailed that the selection of playground equipment was informed by surveys conducted among local children and residents, leading to the inclusion of features such as a sandbox, ADA-compliant structures, and infant swings to meet community needs. Concerns were raised by the committee regarding wheelchair accessibility on woodchip surfaces, to which Ludwig responded that engineered woodchips are ADA-compliant and suitable for robust wheelchairs. The discussion also covered the cost implications of woodchip versus poured surfaces, highlighting that woodchips are more economical and easier to maintain, while poured surfaces would significantly increase the project cost. Additionally, Ludwig addressed the anticipated lifespan of playground equipment, noting that most replacements occur due to updates rather than failures, with some items lasting over 25 years. MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to approve the purchase of two Burke Nucleus Modular Play Structures and stand-alone playground features for Hammond Park in the amount of $148,421.90 from Lee Recreation, LLC. 4.3. Recommendation to waive the bidding requirements and purchase 530 garbage carts from Cascade Engineering in the amount of $28,790.00. Carlson highlighted the necessity of restocking inventory for replacement garbage carts, emphasizing that the chosen vendor provides standardized units that are compatible with the current equipment and feature interchangeable parts. Councilor Elm contrasted the older and newer cart models, while Carlson elaborated on the city's approach to salvaging components and repairing carts to prolong their usability. MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to waive the bidding requirements and purchase 530 garbage carts from Cascade Engineering in the amount of $28,790.00. [20260303R 135] PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE – 2/05/2026 Meeting (Meets monthly on 1st Thursday at 5 p.m.) Page 3 of 4 *Attended virtually 4.4. Report of Fleet Vehicle Auction Removals for 2025, with the request to sell surplus vehicles and equipment by auction in 2026. Carlson detailed the yearly procedure for auctioning surplus vehicles and equipment, highlighting the sales values achieved and seeking ongoing authorization for future auctions in accordance with ordinance requirements. MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to approve the request to sell surplus vehicles and equipment by auction in 2026. 4.5. Discuss intersection and wayfinding concern at North 51st Street and Hammond Avenue. Councilor Moffat informed that several residents have expressed concerns regarding traffic safety at the intersection of Hammond Avenue and North 51st Street, a private road, requesting the installation of stop signs or a traffic light. Carlson explained that the city generally refrains from placing stop signs on private roads but can offer street identification signage; however, the property owner has the option to install stop signs on their premises. It was recommended to consult the Housing Authority and involve law enforcement for traffic studies prior to any decisions regarding stop signs. The committee agreed to forward the request for stop signs to the Public Safety Committee and to proceed with the installation of street signs at the intersection of North 51st Street and Hammond Avenue. MOTION by Ludwig, second by Elm and carried to refer the question of stop sign installation at North 51st and Hammond Avenue to the Public Safety Committee. 4.6. Discuss Tower Avenue pedestrian crossing concerns at North 40th Street. Councilor Moffat expressed the concerns of Bartley Manor residents, particularly those with disabilities, regarding the insufficient pedestrian crossings and sidewalks that hinder access to vital services. In response, Carlson suggested the extension of sidewalks and the use of existing Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) to enhance crossing safety, while highlighting the significant costs and complexities associated with installing a new traffic signal. The committee opted to defer the matter for further discussion and research, aiming to identify both immediate and long-term strategies to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity. Lisa DeGuire left the meeting virtually at 5:57 p.m. Mark Johnson Left the meeting at 6:01 p.m. MOTION by Elm, second by Ludwig and carried to hold item 4.6 until the March 5, 2026, Public Works Committee Meeting. [20260303R 136] PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE – 2/05/2026 Meeting (Meets monthly on 1st Thursday at 5 p.m.) Page 4 of 4 *Attended virtually 4.7. Discuss railroad crossing sidewalk connection at 22nd Avenue East between East 8th and East 9th Streets. Councilor Moffat pointed out that the sidewalks on either side of the railroad tracks are not interconnected, which poses challenges for both pedestrians and wheelchair users. To address this issue, Carlson proposed linking the sidewalks to the roadway to improve accessibility, a suggestion that received support from the committee members. Dan Olson left the meeting at 6:24 p.m. 5. RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 ESD Director’s Update – Received and filed. Director Update – 5.1.1 The Barkers Island Causeway Project is currently in the design phase, with a recent Public Meeting held at the Library attracting a good number of attendees. The project remains in its preliminary stages, and further developments are anticipated as the design progresses. 5.1.2 The Lead Service Line Project is progressing well within the established timeline for funding, in collaboration with LHB. They are actively engaging the public through mailings and have scheduled a Public Meeting on February 19th at 5:00 p.m. at the Library. This meeting is intended for residents living in the 2026 project area. 5.2 Future Agenda Items 5.2.1 Discuss Tower Avenue pedestrian crossing concerns at North 40th Street. 5.3 Confirm the next meeting date as March 5, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in Room 204 of the Government Center. 6 ADJOURNMENT Councilor Moffat announced the meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Kara Czapinski [20260303R 137] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 1 ORDINANCE #O26-4417 AN ORDINANCE INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 114, UTILITIES, ARTICLE VI - PUBLIC WATER UTILITY TO CREATE DIVISION 3 - LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT The Common Council of the City of Superior, Wisconsin does ordain as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 114 – Utilities, Article VI – Public Water Utility is hereby amended to create Division 3 – Lead Service Line Replacement as follows: DIVISION 3. LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT Sec. 114-201. - Purpose. Lead or galvanized service lines pose a threat to public health based on the potential for leaching of lead into drinking water. The Common Council of the City of Superior therefore finds that it is in the public interest to establish a comprehensive program for the identification, removal, and replacement of lead pipe water service lines in use and to that end declares the purposes of this article to be as follows: (1) To ensure that the water quality at every tap of the water utility customers meets the water quality standards specified under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, as revised and amended; and (2) To ensure the lead in city drinking water meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for the health of city residents; and (3) To meet the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) requirements for compliance with the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, as revised and amended. Sec. 114-202.- Authority. This section is enacted pursuant to Wis. Stats. §62.11(5), and as mandated by 42 U.S.C. Sec. 300g, of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, as revised and amended, enforced by EPA and WDNR. Sec. 114-203.- Definitions. For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply: City means the City of Superior, Douglas County, Wisconsin. Distribution system means the network of water mains and service lines owned and operated by the water utility. [20260303R 138] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 2 EPA means the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Lead service line means a service line made from or including lead, or galvanized material which is or was downstream of lead. The term can apply to the private-side service line and/or the water utility-side service line. Occupant is someone living in or using a premise or property as a tenant or owner, or someone who has occupancy of a premise or property. Pre-qualified plumbing contractor means a plumbing contractor who has gone through the City’s approval process and has been placed on the City’s pre-qualified plumbing contractor list. Private-side service line means the property owner’s water service line, from the curb stop (i.e., service valve) to the inlet of the property owner’s water meter. Private-side Replacement Program means a program created and administered by the City for the replacement of private-side service lines made of lead or galvanized material requiring replacement. Property means real property as defined in Wis. Stats. §70.03. Property owner means a person or legal entity having a possessory interest, legal or equitable, in property, which defined term includes an estate, trust, or lien. Plumbing contractor means a person, firm, corporation, or other entity licensed by the City and the State of Wisconsin to perform plumbing work in the City. Survey means an assessment conducted by a representative of the city to determine private-side service line material which may include, but not be limited to, activities such as in-home verifications and where necessary, ground disturbance such as potholing, excavations, or other similar activities. Utility-side service line means the water utility-owned portion of the water service line from the water main to the curb stop (i.e., service valve). Water utility means the entity responsible for owning, maintaining, and operating the public water system serving the City. WDNR means the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Sec. 114-204. - Lead service line replacement requirement. (a) All of the following service line material combinations are subject to replacement with copper or plastic service lines under this section as identified: [20260303R 139] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 3 Water Utility-Side Service Line Material Private-Side Service Line Material Side Requiring Replacement Lead Lead Both Lead Galvanized Both Lead Copper Water Utility-Side Only Lead Plastic Water Utility-Side Only Galvanized Lead Private-Side Only Copper Lead Private-Side Only Plastic Lead Private-Side Only No other service line material combinations currently require replacement under this section. (b) As of the effective date of this section, no person, other than a water utility employee or representative, may connect a private-side lead service line to a non-lead water utility- side service line, except as a temporary emergency repair. Sec. 114-205. - Identification of lead service lines. (a) Upon notice from the City or authorized representative, any occupant or property owner of property connected to the water distribution system shall allow a representative of the City to survey the private-side service line to determine the material of construction of the private-side service line. (b) Upon presentation of credentials to any property owner or occupant of a property, a representative of the City shall have the right to request entry, at any reasonable time, to a property served by a connection to the public water system for the purpose of surveying the property to determine private-side service line material of construction. If entry is refused, a special inspection warrant under Wis. Stats. §66.0119 may be obtained. Upon request, any property owner or occupant of property served shall furnish to the inspection agency any pertinent information regarding the piping system on such property. Entry shall comply with reasonable notice requirements under Wis. Stat. §66.0119(2). (c) The water utility shall create and maintain a record of the location and material of construction of all identified service lines served by the water utility, pursuant to applicable federal and state requirements. (d) The water utility shall provide written notice, pursuant to applicable federal and state requirements, to occupants and property owners of property connected to the water distribution system that has been surveyed and determined to be a lead service line. Sec. 114-206 - Lead service line replacement required. a) All existing lead service lines that are connected to the distribution system within the corporate limits of the City must be replaced. b) Existing lead service lines that are connected to utility-side mains or service lines that will be replaced or reconstructed as part of a City or Water Utility construction project [20260303R 140] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 4 must be replaced in conjunction with that construction project. No lead service line shall be reconnected to the distribution system. c) All other lead service lines shall be replaced in accordance with the Private-side replacement program. d) The City may issue citations and penalties prescribed under section 114-215 for a property owner and/or occupant that fails to allow replacement of their service line. Sec. 114-207 - Private-side replacement program Replacement of private-side lead or galvanized service lines requiring replacement will be prioritized by eligible census tract and available funding in conjunction with planned replacement of water utility-side lead service lines. (a) The private-side replacement program will be funded through available local, state and federal sources. The property owner will not be responsible for the cost of the replacement. (b) Consistent with the EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, replacement of all lead service lines must be completed by November 1, 2037. (c) Annual replacement projects will be prioritized by eligible census tracts and eligible funding. (d) The replacement program will: i. Replace lead service lines as planned in the funding application submitted to the WDNR. ii. Hire, manage and provide oversight to qualified plumbing contractors completing the replacements. iii. Document cost and request reimbursement from eligible grant funds administered through the water utility. (e) Participation in the replacement program is mandatory and enforceable under Wis Stat, §281.45. Refusal to allow replacement of a lead service line may subject the property owner and/or occupant to enforcement provision under section 114-210. (f) The City shall maintain sufficient documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable EPA and WDNR reporting requirements. Sec 114-208 - Appeals and Exemptions (a) Affected property owners may request exemption for: i. Confirmed non-lead materials (verified by licensed plumber, the City, or water utility). ii. Ongoing legal property disputes or emergency conditions. [20260303R 141] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 5 Appeals must be filed in writing to the Public Works Director within 15 business days of notification. The decision of the Public Works Committee may be appealed under Wis. Stats. Ch. 68. Sec. 114-209 - Severability. If any subsection or portion of this section is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, that subsection or portion shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the section. Sec. 114-210 - Enforcement. (a) The provisions of this article shall be enforced by the City, who may use all available and appropriate means of enforcement including the assessment of civil or criminal penalties as provided in section 1-14 of this Code or as otherwise authorized by law. If it is determined by the City that a non-compliant private-side lead service line endangers public health, safety, or welfare, and requires immediate action, the water utility may discontinue water service to such property after reasonable opportunity has been given to make the appropriate replacement. The customer shall have an opportunity for hearing under Wis. Stats. Ch. 68, within 10 days of such emergency discontinuance. Water service to such property shall not be restored until the non-compliant private-side lead service line has been removed, and its replacement has/have been installed in compliance with the provisions of this section and approved by the City. (b) Violations of this article may be enforced through issuance of municipal citations as provided under Chapter 1, Article I, of this Code. SECTION 2. All ordinance and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by reason of any decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase or portion thereof. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and publication, as provided by law. Passed and adopted this 3rd day of March, 2026. Approved this 3rd day of March, 2026. [20260303R 142] O26-4417 Lead Service Line Replacement 6 ________________________________________ Mayor Attest: ____________________________________ City Clerk [20260303R 143] SHOWING TRACKED CHANGES FROM O25-4412 ORDINANCE #O26-4417 AN ORDINANCE INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 114, UTILITIES, ARTICLE VI - PUBLIC WATER UTILITY TO CREATE DIVISION 3 - LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT The Common Council of the City of Superior, Wisconsin does ordain as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 114 – Utilities, Article VI – Public Water Utility is hereby amended to create Division 3 – Lead Service Line Replacement as follows: DIVISION 3. LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT Sec. 114-201. - Purpose. Lead or galvanized service lines pose a threat to public health based on the potential for leaching of lead into drinking water. The Common Council of the City of Superior therefore finds that it is in the public interest to establish a comprehensive program for the identification, removal, and replacement of lead pipe water service lines in use and to that end declares the purposes of this article to be as follows: (1) To ensure that the water quality at every tap of the water utility customers meets the water quality standards specified under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, as revised and amended; and (2) To ensure the lead in city drinking water meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for the health of city residents; and (3) To meet the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) requirements for compliance with the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, as revised and amended. Sec. 114-202.- Authority. This section is enacted pursuant to Wis. Stats. §62.11(5), and as mandated by 42 U.S.C. Sec. 300g, of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, as revised and amended, enforced by EPA and WDNR. [20260303R 144] Sec. 114-203.- Definitions. For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply: City means the City of Superior, Douglas County, Wisconsin. Distribution system means the network of water mains and service lines owned and operated by the water utility. EPA means the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Lead service line means a service line made from or including lead, or galvanized material which is or was downstream of lead. The term can apply to the private-side service line and/or the water utility-side service line. Occupant is someone living in or using a premise or property as a tenant or owner, or someone who has occupancy of a premise or property. Pre-qualified plumbing contractor means a plumbing contractor who has gone through the water utility’s City’s approval process and has been placed on the water utility’s City’s pre-qualified plumbing contractor list. Private-side service line means the property owner’s water service line, from the curb stop (i.e., service valve) to the inlet of the property owner’s water meter. Private-side Replacement Program means a program created and administered by the City for the replacement of private-side service lines made of lead or galvanized material requiring replacement. Property means real property as defined in Wis. Stats. §70.03. Property owner means a person or legal entity having a possessory interest, legal or equitable, in property, which defined term includes an estate, trust, or lien. Plumbing contractor means a person, firm, corporation, or other entity licensed by the City and the State of Wisconsin to perform plumbing work in the City. Survey means an assessment conducted by a representative of the city to determine private-side service line material which may include, but not be limited to, activities such as in-home verifications and where necessary, ground disturbance such as potholing, excavations, or other similar activities. Utility-side service line means the water utility-owned portion of the water service line from the water main to the curb stop (i.e., service valve). Water utility means Superior Water, Light and Power (SWL&P), the utility entity responsible for owning, maintaining, and operating the public water system serving the City. WDNR means the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. [20260303R 145] Sec. 114-204. - Lead service line replacement requirement. (a) All of the following service line material combinations are subject to replacement with copper or plastic service lines under this section as identified: Water Utility-Side Service Line Material Private-Side Service Line Material Side Requiring Replacement Lead Lead Both Lead Galvanized Both Lead Copper Water Utility-Side Only Lead Plastic Water Utility-Side Only Galvanized Lead Private-Side Only Copper Lead Private-Side Only Plastic Lead Private-Side Only No other service line material combinations currently require replacement under this section. (b) As of the effective date of this section, no person, other than a water utility employee or representative, may connect a private-side lead service line to a non-lead water utility- side service line, except as a temporary emergency repair. Sec. 114-205. - Identification of lead service lines. (a) Upon notice from the City or utility authorized representative, any occupant or property owner of property connected to the water distribution system shall allow a representative of the City to survey the private-side service line to determine the material of construction of the private-side service line. (b) Upon presentation of credentials to any property owner or occupant of a property, a representative of the City shall have the right to request entry, at any reasonable time, to a property served by a connection to the public water system for the purpose of surveying the property to determine private-side service line material of construction. Refusing entry to such City representative may be grounds for the water utility to discontinue water service to the property, as described under section 114-210. If entry is refused, a special inspection warrant under Wis. Stats. §66.0119 may be obtained. Upon request, any property owner or occupant of property served shall furnish to the inspection agency any pertinent information regarding the piping system on such property. Entry shall comply with reasonable notice requirements under Wis. Stat. §66.0119(2). (c) The water utility shall create and maintain a record of the location and material of construction of all identified service lines served by the water utility, pursuant to applicable federal and state requirements. [20260303R 146] (d) The water utility shall provide written notice, pursuant to applicable federal and state requirements, to occupants and property owners of property connected to the water distribution system that has been surveyed and determined to be a lead service line. Sec. 114-206 - Lead service line replacement required. a) All existing lead service lines that are connected to the distribution system within the corporate limits of the City must be replaced. b) Existing lead service lines that are connected to utility-side mains or service lines that will be replaced or reconstructed as part of a City or Water Utility construction project must be replaced in conjunction with that construction project. No lead service line shall be reconnected to the distribution system. c) Existing lead service lines that develop a leak or otherwise need repair shall not be repaired but must be replaced. d) All other lead service lines shall be replaced in accordance with the Private-side replacement program. e) The City may issue citations and penalties prescribed under section 114-215 for a property owner and/or occupant that fails to allow replacement of their service line. Sec. 114-207 - Private-side replacement program Replacement of private-side lead or galvanized service lines requiring replacement will be prioritized by eligible census tract and available funding in conjunction with planned replacement of water utility-side lead service lines. (a) The private-side replacement program will be funded through available local, state and federal sources. The property owner will not be responsible for the cost of the replacement. i. A lead service line which develops a leak or must otherwise be repaired under Sec. 114-206 must be replaced prior to reconnection to the distribution system. For service lines NOT in the current approved and funded project area, property owners will be reimbursed the actual cost of the service line replacement up to an amount equal to the average cost of service line replacements for the current project. (b) Consistent with the EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, replacement of all lead service lines must be completed by November 1, 2037. (c) Annual replacement projects will be prioritized by eligible census tracts and eligible funding. (d) The replacement program will: i. Replace lead service lines as planned in the funding application submitted to the WDNR. ii. Hire, manage and provide oversight to qualified plumbing contractors completing the replacements. [20260303R 147] iii. Document cost and request reimbursement from eligible grant funds administered through the water utility. (e) Participation in the replacement program is mandatory and enforceable under Wis Stat, §281.45. Refusal to allow replacement of a lead service line may subject the property owner and/or occupant to enforcement provision under section 114-210. (f) The City shall maintain sufficient documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable EPA and WDNR reporting requirements. Sec 114-208 - Appeals and Exemptions (a) Affected property owners may request exemption for: i. Confirmed non-lead materials (verified by licensed plumber, the City, or SWLP water utility). ii. Ongoing legal property disputes or emergency conditions. Appeals must be filed in writing to the Public Works Director within 15 business days of notification. The decision of the Public Works Committee may be appealed under Wis. Stats. Ch. 68. Sec. 114-209 - Severability. If any subsection or portion of this section is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, that subsection or portion shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the section. Sec. 114-210 - Enforcement. (a) The provisions of this article shall be enforced by the City, who may use all available and appropriate means of enforcement including the assessment of civil or criminal penalties as provided in section 1-14 of this Code or as otherwise authorized by law. If it is determined by the water utility City that a non-compliant private-side lead service line endangers public health, safety, or welfare, and requires immediate action, the water utility may discontinue water service to such property after reasonable opportunity has been given to make the appropriate replacement. The customer shall have an opportunity for hearing under Wis. Stats. Ch. 68, within 10 days of such emergency discontinuance. Water service to such property shall not be restored until the non-compliant private-side lead service line has been removed, and its replacement has/have been installed in compliance with the provisions of this section and approved by the water utility City. (b) Violations of this article may be enforced through issuance of municipal citations as provided under Chapter 1, Article I, of this Code. [20260303R 148] SECTION 2. All ordinance and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by reason of any decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase or portion thereof. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and publication, as provided by law. Passed and adopted this 3rd day of March, 2026. Approved this 3rd day of March, 2026. ________________________________________ Mayor Attest: ____________________________________ City Clerk [20260303R 149] City Council Agenda Date: March 3, 2026 MEMORANDUM DATE: February 20, 2026 TO: Mayor Jim Paine and Members of the City Council FROM: Bridgit Maruska, Parks, Recreation & Forestry Director RE: AMMENDED RECOMMENDATION: Recommendation to Purchase Burke Modular Play Structures from Lee Recreation AND Add Installation Services by Lee Recreation at Hammond Park Recommendation Recommendation that the City Council approve the purchase of two Burke Nucleus modular play structures and stand-alone playground features included in the Hammond Park playground design. Recommendation that the City Council approve an updated contract with Lee Recreation for installation of the playground equipment. Recommendation that the City Council waive the bidding requirements for both purchase and installation utilizing Sourcewell cooperative pricing. Background The playground equipment purchase was originally approved through the 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Capital Improvement Program and is recommended by both the Parks & Recreation Commission and the Public Works Committee. At the time of initial project planning, the City’s Building & Construction Division anticipated completing the installation in-house in order to achieve cost savings for the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry CIP budget. As overall project scheduling and departmental workloads were further evaluated, it became clear that in-house installation would place significant strain on the Building & Construction Division’s staff and timeline. After additional coordination between departments and discussion with the Mayor, it was determined that it is a better use of City time and resources for Lee Recreation to perform the installation of their own equipment, while the installation cost is funded through the 2026 Building & Construction budget. This approach allows the City to maintain project momentum and better align installation with Parks, Recreation & Forestry 1316 North 14th Street, 2nd Floor Superior, WI 54880 Web site: www.ci.superior.wi.us Phone: (715) 395-7270 Fax: (715) 395-7346 TTY: (715) 395-7521 [20260303R 150] seasonal construction schedules. Utilizing a vendor specializing in the equipment will help ensure timely completion and minimize the duration that the playground is unavailable to the neighborhood. Installation by Lee Recreation also establishes a single, direct point of warranty responsibility. Analysis/Discussion Lee Recreation, LLC offers the Burke modular play structures and associated features through Sourcewell cooperative purchasing at a total equipment cost of $148,421.90. Lee Recreation can also provide turnkey installation of the equipment in the amount of $46,226. Utilizing the manufacturer and authorized distributor for installation reduces risk related to warranty coverage, construction sequencing, and long-term performance of the equipment. Because the equipment and installation are available through Sourcewell pricing, staff are requesting waiver of the standard bidding process in accordance with City policy for cooperative purchasing. Budget Funding for the playground equipment is included in the 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Forestry CIP budget for $153.421.90. Funding for installation is included in the 2026 Building & Construction Division budget for $41,226. Recommendation Director of Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Bridgit Maruska, along with Superintendent Ryan Wintlend, recommends that the City Council waive bidding requirements and approve the purchase and installation of the Hammond Park playground equipment from Lee Recreation, LLC utilizing Sourcewell cooperative pricing. Approved: ___________________________________ ________________ Jim Paine, Mayor Date Denied: ______________________________________ ________________ Jim Paine, Mayor Date [20260303R 151] Quotation #9-26-2023 DATE: January 23, 2026 TO: City of Superior 1316 N. 14th St. Superior, WI 54880 SOURCEWELL ID #:16552 PROJECT NAME: Hammond Park PROJECT LOCATION: 1920 Hammond Ave. Superior, WI 54880 FROM: Pat Groom RE: Proposal #142-209154-2 BURKE “Play That Moves You” – Sourcewell Contract #010521-BUR ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1-#NUCLEUS 5- 12 Modular Structure $ 72,084.00 $ 72,084.00 1-#NUCLEUS 2- 5 Modular Structure $ 50,625.00 $ 50,625.00 1-#PANELS Freestanding Play/Activity Panels $ 4,263.00 $ 4,263.00 2-#550-0201 Single Post Swing Assembly $ 1,693.00 $ 3,386.00 1-#550-0202 Single Post Swing Add-On $ 1,409.00 $ 1,409.00 2-#550-0111 Belt Swing Seats $ 134.00 $ 268.00 2-#550-0099 Tot Swing Seats $ 241.00 $ 482.00 1-#550-0171 Freedom Swing Seat $ 1,291.00 $ 1,291.00 1-#550-0191 Konnection Swing Seat $ 1,808.00 $ 1,808.00 1-#560-2579 Volta Inclusive Spinner $ 8,448.00 $ 8,448.00 1-#560-2765 Volta Spinner Footer $ 436.00 $ 436.00 1-#580-0343 Sand & Water Spot $ 2,170.00 $ 2,170.00 1-#580-1407 Turbo Machine $ 1,143.00 $ 1,143.00 1-#580-0172 Traditional 6’ PVC Bench w/ Back $ 826.00 $ 826.00 1-#560-0073 Nido Spinner $ 4,480.00 $ 4,480.00 2-#590-0064 Little Digger $ 1,028.00 $ 2,056.00 1-#560-2652 FlowerGarden Poppy $ 1,711.00 $ 1,711.00 1-#560-2654 FlowerGarden Cosmo $ 1,711.00 $ 1,711.00 1-#560-2776 Bongo Set, Freestanding $ 1,092.00 $ 1,092.00 1-#560-2777 Babel Drum, Freestanding $ 2,725.00 $ 2,725.00 1-#EWF 310 yd³ EWF, Delivered ONLY $ 8,370.00 $ 8,370.00 DISCOUNT 15 % Discount Per Sourcewell Contract #010521-bur ($ 24,362.10) FREIGHT Delivery of Equipment $ 2,000.00 TOTAL $ 148,421.90 Quote accepted by:_________________________________Date:____________ ● TERMS: Net 30 from ship date for equipment & freight; Net 30 from completion date for all remaining ● Marking of Private Lines, Site Preparation, Installation, Placement of Resilient Surfacing, Disposal of Garbage & Site Restoration is the responsibility of the Customer. ● Lead-Time: 6-8 weeks upon receipt of order ● Quote effective: Until 3-26-2026 [20260303R 152] Quotation #9-26-2023 DATE: January 23, 2026 TO: City of Superior 1316 N. 14th St. Superior, WI 54880 SOURCEWELL ID #:16552 PROJECT NAME: Hammond Park PROJECT LOCATION: 1920 Hammond Ave. Superior, WI 54880 FROM: Pat Groom RE: Proposal #142-209154-2 BURKE “Play That Moves You” – Sourcewell Contract #010521-BUR ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1-#NUCLEUS 5- 12 Modular Structure $ 72,084.00 $ 72,084.00 1-#NUCLEUS 2- 5 Modular Structure $ 50,625.00 $ 50,625.00 1-#PANELS Freestanding Play/Activity Panels $ 4,263.00 $ 4,263.00 2-#550-0201 Single Post Swing Assembly $ 1,693.00 $ 3,386.00 1-#550-0202 Single Post Swing Add-On $ 1,409.00 $ 1,409.00 2-#550-0111 Belt Swing Seats $ 134.00 $ 268.00 2-#550-0099 Tot Swing Seats $ 241.00 $ 482.00 1-#550-0171 Freedom Swing Seat $ 1,291.00 $ 1,291.00 1-#550-0191 Konnection Swing Seat $ 1,808.00 $ 1,808.00 1-#560-2579 Volta Inclusive Spinner $ 8,448.00 $ 8,448.00 1-#560-2765 Volta Spinner Footer $ 436.00 $ 436.00 1-#580-0343 Sand & Water Spot $ 2,170.00 $ 2,170.00 1-#580-1407 Turbo Machine $ 1,143.00 $ 1,143.00 1-#580-0172 Traditional 6’ PVC Bench w/ Back $ 826.00 $ 826.00 1-#560-0073 Nido Spinner $ 4,480.00 $ 4,480.00 2-#590-0064 Little Digger $ 1,028.00 $ 2,056.00 1-#560-2652 FlowerGarden Poppy $ 1,711.00 $ 1,711.00 1-#560-2654 FlowerGarden Cosmo $ 1,711.00 $ 1,711.00 1-#560-2776 Bongo Set, Freestanding $ 1,092.00 $ 1,092.00 1-#560-2777 Babel Drum, Freestanding $ 2,725.00 $ 2,725.00 1-#EWF 310 yd³ EWF, Delivered ONLY $ 8,370.00 $ 8,370.00 DISCOUNT 15 % Discount Per Sourcewell Contract #010521-bur ($ 24,362.10) FREIGHT Delivery of Equipment $ 2,000.00 TOTAL $ 148,421.90 Quote accepted by:_________________________________Date:____________ ● TERMS: Net 30 from ship date for equipment & freight; Net 30 from completion date for all remaining ● Marking of Private Lines, Site Preparation, Installation, Placement of Resilient Surfacing, Disposal of Garbage & Site Restoration is the responsibility of the Customer. ● Lead-Time: 6-8 weeks upon receipt of order ● Quote effective: Until 3-26-2026 [20260303R 153] Quotation #9-26-2023 DATE: February 20, 2026 TO: City of Superior 1316 N. 14th St. Superior, WI 54880 SOURCEWELL ID #:16552 PROJECT NAME: Hammond Park PROJECT LOCATION: 1920 Hammond Ave. Superior, WI 54880 FROM: Pat Groom RE: Installation of Proposal #142-209154-3 BURKE “Play That Moves You” – Sourcewell Contract #010521-BUR ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE TOTAL INSTALLATION Installation of Proposal # 142-209154-3 $46,226.00 $46,226.00 TOTAL $ 46,226.00 Quote accepted by:_________________________________Date:____________ ● TERMS: Net 30 from ship date for equipment & freight; Net 30 from completion date for all remaining ● Marking of Private Lines, Site Preparation, Placement of Resilient Surfacing, Disposal of Garbage & Site Restoration is the responsibility of the Customer. ● Lead-Time: 6-8 weeks upon receipt of order ● Quote effective: Until 3-6-2026 [20260303R 154] MEMORANDUM DATE: February 2, 2026 Council Agenda Date: February 24, 2026 TO: Mayor Jim Paine and the Common Council FROM: Todd Janigo, Public Works Director RE: Purchase of Replacement Garbage Carts 1. Introduction Garbage carts need to be ordered to refill our stock of carts used as replacements for unrepairable carts. One source, Cascade Engineering, has been supplying a patented product to the City of Superior for 15 years and the carts are available under a state contract bid (Sourcewell). 2. Background The City of Superior picks up household refuse in approximately 12,000 garbage carts each week. These carts break, lose wheels and lids disappear. Carts are repaired until they no longer function for the customer and are replaced. In a typical year, from 500 to 750 carts need to be replaced. 3. Discussion The City of Superior began purchasing 96 gallon automated carts from Cascade Engineering in about 2010 with the goal of a new standard cart after the old standard was discontinued. Several carts from different manufactures were tried and the Cascade brand cart was selected. Lids, axles and wheels are not interchangeable between the different brands, so multiple brands in circulation is not the best option. Cascade Engineering holds patents on multiple features of their 96-gallon automated cart including the injection molding process and wheel assembly. The carts are available through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract and are the highest ranking cart available through that bidding process. Public Works Department 1316 North 14th Street, 2nd Floor Superior, WI 54880 Website: www.ci.superior.wi.us Phone: 715-395-7334 Fax: 715-395-7346 TTY: 715-395-7521 [20260303R 155] 3. Fiscal Impact The purchase of 530 carts in the amount of $28,790.00 is budgeted for in the Landfill Enterprise Fund, Refuse & Garbage Collection account. 4. Conclusion It is my recommendation to waive the bidding requirements and purchase 530 garbage carts from Cascade Engineering for $28,790.00. Recommended: ____________________________________ Jim Paine, Mayor c: Chris Carlson, Assistant Public Works Director Nick Abraham, Public Works Superintendent [20260303R 156] CASCADE ENGINEERING Quote Number Rev Quote Date Print Date Expire Date 5175 36TH ST SE Q44705 2 1/6/2026 2/2/2026 2/28/2026 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49512-2085 Sold To Ship To Purchase Order United States 616-975-4800 Sales Quote MU52312 MU52312 REV2 QUOTE Sold To Ship To CITY OF SUPERIOR LANDFILL CITY OF SUPERIOR LANDFILL 15 MOCCASIN MIKE RD 15 MOCCASIN MIKE RD SUPERIOR, WI 54880 SUPERIOR, WI 54880 United States United States Attention Attention Salesperson REGION #41 - NADEEM SYED Email: Nadeem.Syed@cascadeng.com Phone: (248) 854-1373 Ship Via FOB Point SUPERIOR, WI Remarks STATE BID QUOTE Currency USD Ln Item Number Due Date Qty Quoted Qty to Release Price Extended Price 1 96A90872-12 530.0 EA 530.0 EA 51.00 27,030.00 CART 96 AUTO BLK/CITY OF SUPERIOR/LID BLK/S NEXT PRODUCTION RUN: MARCH 2026 ORDER DEADLINE: 2/27/26 QUOTE SUMMARY Currency USD Line Total 27,030.00 Shipping 1,760.00 Taxable-Shipping 0.00 0.00 Total Tax 0.00 Total 28,790.00 All sale transactions are subject to Cascade Cart Solutions, a Cascade Engineering Company, Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale, published on our website https://www.cascadeng.com/sites/default/files/cascade-engineering-terms-and -conditions-of-sale_0.pdf 2/2/2026 3:24:37 PM1 / 1 [20260303R 157] FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes February 24, 2026, Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Councilor Jack Sweeney at 4:30 pm on February 24, 2026, in Government Center Room 204. 1 ROLLCALL PRESENT: Jack Sweeney, and Mike Herrick, CITY STAFF PRESENT: Nick Rhinehart (Finance Director), Renee Hoff (Assistant Finance Director), Camron Vollbrecht (Fire Chief), Todd Janigo (Public Works Director), Chris Carlson (Assistant Public Works Director), and Karie Markon VIRTUAL: Tyler Elm (Vice-Chair councilor) OTHERS PRESENT: Shelly Nelson 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Finance Committee (Meeting held January 27, 2026) Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve the Finance Committee minutes January 27, 2026. 3 OLD BUSINESS 3.1 Village of Superior – Fire Protection Contract Upon proper motion and second, the committee may convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. sec. 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of deliberating strategies and setting parameters for the negotiation of the Village of Superior Fire Protection Contract Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to move into closed session at 4:31pm Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to move out of closed session at 4:47pm Committee took no Action on the Village of Superior – Fire Protection Contract 3.2 Solid Waste Cost of Service and Disposal Analysis presented by NewGen. Committee revisited the analysis to answer further questions on the various scenarios of the landfill once the capping and closure has been decided. A Question and Answer period was ensued. Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tylor Elm, and carried to hold in Committee the Solid Waste Cost of Service and Disposal Analysis presented by NewGen. 4 NEW BUSINESS 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Golf Course Report and Financials December 2025 & January 2026 [20260303R 158] Councilor Jack Sweeney spoke on the Golf course, despite some off months due to rain, the golf course year end financials for December were very pleasing making 2025 a great year for the Golf course. Councilor also spoke on the upcoming projects and the small setbacks with Phase one. Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve the Golf Course Report and Financials December 2025 and January 2026. 5.2 October 2025 – Check Register 5.3 November 2025 – Check Register 5.4 December 2025 – Check Register 5.5 January 2026 - Check Register Council worked though 5.2,5.3,5.4, and 5.5 altogether, a question and answer period was ensued. Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve and file the October 2025, November 2025, December 2025, and January 2026 Check Register. 5.6 January 2026 Check Register – 2026 Expenditures Dupicated agenda item – no action taken 5.7 General Fund Financial Statement – 2025 Expenditure vs Budget Analysis as of February 20, 2026 Finance Director Nick Rhinehart spoke on the budget, stating we were well below budget numbers, one variable being due to payroll because of the various vacant positions though out the city Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve and file the General Fund Financial Statement – 2025 Expenditures vs Budget Analysis as of February 20, 2026. 5.8 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fund Budget Review Finance Director Nick Rhinehart spoke on the Budget stating not much happening with this budget at the time, just the gradual required spend down of these funds Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve to file the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fund Budget Review. 5.9 Insurance Update Finance Director Nick Rhinehart stated the Parks and Recreation department is spearheading a project to inventory all land, playground and regular equipment within its department. Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve to file the Insurance Update. 5.10 Other Financial Matters [20260303R 159] Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software Update Finance Director Nick Rhinehart informed council of what has been happening with the new software and reasoning behind the intense information retrieval, and how that will affect the future of our new program. Motion was made by Mike Herrick, seconded by Tyler Elm, and carried to approve to File the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software Update. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Karie Markon [20260303R 160] Page 1 of 1 LICENSES & FEES COMMITTEE MEETING Minutes February 23, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Herrick at 3:35 p.m. on February 23, 2026 in Government Center Room 204. 1 ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT:, Mike Herrick (Vice Chair), Jack Sweeney MEMBERS PRESENT VIRTUALLY: Sarah Anderson (Alternate) MEMBERS ABSENT: Brent Fennessey (Chair) CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Clerk Blunt OTHERS PRESENT: Shelley Nelson (Superior Telegram) 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Licenses & Fees Committee (Meeting held January 12, 2026) MOTION TO APPROVE by Commissioner Sweeney, was seconded by Vice Chair Herrick and carried. 3 OLD BUSINESS 3.1 Coin-Operated Amusement Device Ordinance to amend Chapter 18 – Amusements, Article II – Coin Operated Amusement Devices by removing requirement for license. MOTION TO APPROVE by Commissioner Sweeney was made to amend ordinance to remove requirement for amusement device license and make an addition of a reference to state statute regarding gambling machines, was seconded by Vice Chair Herrick and carried. 4 NEW BUSINESS Meeting adjourned at 3:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Heidi Blunt, City Clerk [20260303R 161] MEMORANDUM DATE: 01/09/2026 TO: Licenses and Fees Committee FROM: Heidi Blunt, City Clerk RE: Licensing requirement for Con-Operated Amusement Devices Background Chapter 18, Article II, Coin-Operated Amusement Devices originated in 1938 and has not seen an amendment in more than 50 years. The ordinance reflects a regulatory model that predates modern licensing, inspection, and business practices. In practice, the license is rarely used as an enforcement or public-safety tool and creates administrative complexity disproportionate to its regulatory value. Staff is requesting policy direction from the Committee on whether to simplify and modernize the ordinance or eliminate the license entirely. Current License Data 52 licensed establishments with amusement devices 51 of the licensed establishments also carry an alcohol license 477 – total number of devices under the Operator license (Cost of $10 per device represents $4,770 annually) 90 – total number of devices under the Owner license (Cost of $6 per device represents $540) Option 1: Simplify and Modernize the Ordinance Eliminate Dual Owner and Operator Licenses The current ordinance requires both an owner’s license and an operator’s license for the same device. This dual structure creates unnecessary paperwork, tracking, and confusion regarding responsibility, particularly where devices are leased from third-party vendors. Proposed Change: Replace the owner/operator distinction with a single license per device tied to the premises where the device is operated, regardless of ownership. Updated language to clarify the modernization in amusement devices from ‘coin-operated’ may also be warranted. Heidi Blunt, City Clerk Dawn Bacon, Deputy City Clerk Lori Lang, City Clerk Assistant Phone: (715) 395-7200 Fax: (715) 395-7264 E-mail: cityclerk@superiorwi.gov 1316 North 14th Street, #200 Superior, WI 54880 Website: www.SuperiorWI.gov [20260303R 162] Benefits: • Simplifies administration and compliance • Clarifies responsibility at the business location • Reflects current industry practices • Aligns with approaches used by other Wisconsin municipalities (Eau Claire for example) Option 2: Eliminate the License Entirely The Committee may also consider repealing Article II in its entirety. Rationale: • Wisconsin law does not require municipalities to license coin-operated amusement devices (Examples of cities without this license include Green Bay, Wausau, Janesville) • Devices are already indirectly regulated through building, fire, alcohol, and food licensing, as well as state gambling laws • The license generates minimal revenue while requiring ongoing administrative oversight • The ordinance addresses concerns that are largely obsolete in modern practice Effect of Repeal: • Businesses could continue to operate amusement devices without a standalone license • Existing regulatory and inspection authority would remain intact • Staff and committee resources could be redirected to higher-impact licensing functions Requested Committee Direction Staff requests direction on whether the Committee wishes to pursue ordinance amendments to simplify and modernize the existing license, or consider full repeal of the coin-operated amusement device licensing ordinance. Staff will return with draft ordinance language consistent with Committee direction. [20260303R 163] O26-xxxx Amusement Device License Removal 1 ORDINANCE #O26-xxxx AN ORDINANCE INTRODUCED BY THE LICENSES AND FEES COMMITTEE AMENDING CITY CODE, CHAPTER 18 – AMUSEMENTS, ARTICLE II – COIN- OPERATED AMUSEMENT DEVICES TO REMOVE REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSE TO OWN OR OPERATE COIN-OPERATED DEVICES. The Common Council of the City of Superior, Wisconsin does ordain as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 18 – Amusements, Article II – Coin-Operated Amusement Devices, is hereby amended as follows: Sec. 18-25. Definitions. As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them: Coin-operated amusement device means any machine, apparatus or contrivance which, upon the insertion or deposit of any legal tender, coin, token or slug in any slot or receptacle attached to such device or connected therewith, operates or may be operated by the public generally for use as a game, entertainment or amusement and which contains no automatic payoff device for the return of any legal tender, slugs, credit or tokens or which provides no such payoff by any other means or manner and which, in itself, does not constitute a gambling device. The term shall include, but not by any interpretation be limited to, billiard tables, pinball machines, video games, motion picture machines, shuffleboards and each machine rendering recorded music or a period of radio or television entertainment in return for the insertion or deposit of any legal tender, coin, token or slug, except radios or television sets in private homes. Operator means any person who installs or permits to be installed in his or her place of business any coin-operated amusement device for the use of the public or persons in or about his or her premises. Sec. 18-26. Reserved License required to own or operate device. It shall be unlawful for any person to install, own, operate, maintain or keep for operation in any place any coin-operated amusement device without first obtaining a license therefor. Sec. 18-27. Gambling devices; ineligible for license; operation prohibited. No license required by this article shall be issued for any gambling device whatsoever. No person shall permit the operation of any device for gambling in any form. See Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 945 – Gambling. Sec. 18-28. Reserved Application for operator's or owner's license. Each operator of each individual coin-operated amusement device subject to this article, and each owner of any coin-operated amusement device shall make application to the city clerk, upon forms furnished by the city, for an operator's license or an owner's license, as the case may be. Each application for an operator's [20260303R 164] O26-xxxx Amusement Device License Removal 2 or owner's license shall be accompanied by the annual license fee prescribed by this article. Sec. 18-29. Reserved License fees. (a) Operator's license. The annual license for any coin-operated amusement device shall be $10.00 for each device with no reduction in fee should the device be licensed after the license year has commenced on July 1. (b) Owner's license. The annual license fee for an owner's license for any coin- operated amusement device shall be $6.00 per device or $400.00 per owner whichever is less, with no reduction in fee should the owner be licensed after the license year has commenced on July 1. Sec. 18-30. Reserved License fee not to be refunded upon revocation or lapse of license. Upon the revocation or lapse of any license issued pursuant to this article, no refund shall be made of any portion of the license fee. Sec. 18-31. Reserved Approval of license applicant by the common council; issuance of license; form and contents. (a) No license required by this article shall be issued except to a person of good character. Upon the approval of the applicant, the city clerk shall issue a license bearing a notation: "City of Superior—(Operator's) (Owner's) Coin-Operated Amusement Device License—20a." (b) In the case of an operator's license, the name and address of both the owner and the operator shall appear on the license, and the license shall be displayed in a prominent place upon the premises. The city clerk may combine several operators' licenses for amusement devices located at the same premises into one license certificate. In the case of an owner's license, only the owner's name and address need appear, and the license shall thereafter be kept posted in a prominent place upon the premises described in the license application. Sec. 18-32. Reserved Term of license; expiration date. No license issued pursuant to this article shall be issued for a longer term than one year, and any license granted pursuant to this article shall expire on June 30 of each year. Sec. 18-33. Reserved Damage, removal, etc., of licenses; transfer. No person shall tamper with, deface, damage or remove any license certificate issued pursuant to this article. An operator or owner may transfer a license from one amusement device to another amusement device located on the same premises, but no license shall be transferred to another premises. No machine, while out of operation or out of repair, may remain in a place without a license. [20260303R 165] O26-xxxx Remove License Requirement for Amusement Devices 3 Sec. 18-34. Reserved Revocation of license. (a) Notice; hearing. Any license issued under the provisions of this article may be revoked at any time by the common council upon cause shown and after a hearing thereon, notice of which hearing shall be mailed to the licensee at the licensee's place of business at least ten days before the date of the hearing. (b) Grounds for revocation. Without excluding other sufficient grounds for revocation, the filing of an application containing statements or information known to the applicant to be false; conviction of the licensee for a violation of any provision of this article; or the nonpayment of the personal property tax on any devices licensed pursuant to this article by the person ultimately liable therefor, whether he or she is the owner or operator, shall each be sufficient cause for revocation of the license. Sec. 18-35. Reserved Inspection of premises by building and fire inspectors. Each application for an operator's license shall be referred to the fire inspector who shall inspect the place where coin-operated amusement devices are to be installed and report the results of their inspection to the city clerk. SECTION 2. All ordinance and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by reason of any decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase or portion thereof. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and publication, as provided by law. Passed and adopted this 3rd day of March, 2026 Approved this 3rd day of March, 2026 ________________________________________ Mayor Attest: ____________________________________ City Clerk [20260303R 166] PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE – 02/19/2026 MEETING MINUTES Page 1 of 1 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE Minutes – February 19, 2026 Meeting *Amended The meeting was called to order by Councilor Elm at 6:01 p.m. on February 19, 2026, in Government Center Room 204. 1 ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilor Tylor Elm-Chair, Councilor Sarah Anderson, Councilor Nick Ledin-Alternate (entered meeting at 6:03)* MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilor Mark Johnson CITY STAFF PRESENT: Councilor Garner Moffat, Fire Chief Camron Vollbrecht, Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt, Captain Thor Trone*, Nikki Kalan- Administrative Assistant 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Public Safety Committee (Meeting held January 15, 2026). MOTION to approve by Councilor Anderson, was seconded by Councilor Elm, and carried. 3 RECURRING BUSINESS 3.1 Police and Fire Department Updates 4 RECURRING BUSINESS 4.1 Discussion on Towing and Disposal of Large Vehicles, Trailers, and Boats MOTION to hold in committee by Councilor Elm, was seconded by Councilor Anderson. 5 NEW BUSINESS 5.1 Discuss intersection and wayfinding concern at North 51st Street and Hammond Avenue – Referred from Public Works 02/05/26 Committee Meeting Councilor Garner Moffat to get in touch with the property owners of North 51st Street regarding adding a stop sign. MOTION to approve a two way stop going North and South on Hammond Avenue contingent upon the property owners adding a third stop sign on North 51st Street by Councilor Elm, was seconded by Councilor Anderson. Meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m. Submitted by Nikki Kalan [20260303R 167] WISCONSIN POINT COMMITTEE – 2/24/26 Meeting (Meets as needed/quarterly.) *Attended the meeting virtually Page 1 of 3 WISCONSIN POINT COMMITTEE Minutes Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Chair Bridge at 4:30 p.m. on February 24, 2026, in Government Center Room 270 & virtually via Microsoft Teams. 1. ROLL CALL Members Present: Tom Bridge, Ruth Ludwig, Lee Sandok Baker, Kirsten Rhude, Matt Steiger, Deanna Erickson, Tom Howes* City Staff Present: Bridgit Maruska, Kara Czapinski, Camron Vollbrecht Others Present: 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Wisconsin Point Committee (Meeting held November 18, 2025) MOTION by Ludwig second by Sandok Baker and carried to approve the Wisconsin Point Committee Minutes from November 18, 2025. 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. OLD BUSINESS 4.1. Update on Schafers Beach. Director Maruska clarified that the original design proposed by Superintendent Ryan Wintlend was more intricate than the final version that would be constructed. This design included features such as switchbacks, accessible landing areas, and rim wrap, although it was noted that the trail would not be entirely ADA-compliant. However, it would still be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs to a certain degree. Maruska mentioned that the project has a budget of $5,000 allocated for materials, with the city covering all associated staff costs. The construction will aim to utilize materials sourced from the site whenever feasible, while also considering the area's clay soil, which may impact the project. 4.2. Update on Visitor Use Assessment. Director Maruska announced the closure of the visitor use survey, with Legacy Works Group currently compiling the data for a presentation to city staff and key project partners scheduled for March 16th. A public version of the presentation will be released following the initial staff meeting, and a poster presentation will be showcased at the Saint Louis River Summit on March 5th at UWS. Committee members discussed the possibility of providing links to the original report and presentation for interested group members, confirming that the March 16th meeting will be recorded for future access. [20260303R 168] WISCONSIN POINT COMMITTEE – 2/24/26 Meeting (Meets as needed/quarterly.) *Attended the meeting virtually Page 2 of 3 4.3. Discuss funding and timeline for the Wisconsin Point Management Plan. Deanna Erickson reported that proposals have been submitted to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Great Lakes Fund for fire management planning, with collaboration from the Fire Department, The Nature Conservancy, and other partners. The grant aims to develop a comprehensive fire management plan that will include the identification of burn rates, rotations, and areas that would benefit from fire, as well as organizing resource-sharing meetings among regional stakeholders. Site visits to pine plantations highlighted the necessity for tree thinning due to insufficient understory growth, and the grant funds are intended to cover these thinning costs, as timber sales are unlikely to yield significant revenue. Fire Chief Vollbrecht noted that the grant is set to commence in fall 2026, with forest management planning and thinning activities scheduled for the subsequent winter, and the possibility of prescribed burns in the spring and fall of 2027. The fire management plan (if funded) will be included in the future management plan and will help reduce the cost of a plan as it is a section completed. Funding for a full management plan is yet to be determined. 4.4. Update on the Fire Management Plan. Deanna Erickson announced that the cultural fire exhibit has been set up at Lake Superior Reserve, with an open house and panel discussion scheduled for March 27th. She outlined plans to engage the community in exploring fire history and management, which will include training opportunities and public involvement related to the exhibit and its associated activities. 4.5. Discuss 2026 Projects. Matt Steiger reported that the consultant AMI is nearing the completion of data collection and is currently engaged in modeling for the Wisconsin Resiliency Study. However, the project timeline has been extended due to delays caused by the Army Corps. Additionally, a series of public events titled 'River Revival' will commence on April 16th and will be held monthly at the Library and Wisconsin Point, with a significant session on May 21st dedicated to the resiliency study. This May event will showcase preliminary findings and invite public feedback prior to finalizing alternatives, with a follow-up event scheduled for July 16th to discuss potential options. 1. RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Committee Member/Partner Updates 5.1.1 Bridgit Maruska – Director of Parks, Recreation, & Forestry • The city has engaged the St. Louis River Alliance for outreach efforts related to the 44th Avenue East Dock, with activities set to commence in June. Additionally, interviews for selecting an architectural firm have already taken place, and a contract is anticipated to be finalized by early April. [20260303R 169] WISCONSIN POINT COMMITTEE – 2/24/26 Meeting (Meets as needed/quarterly.) *Attended the meeting virtually Page 3 of 3 • An EPA grant has been awarded for the development of interpretive signage and trail spaces, with $100,000 designated for planning and design. 5.1.2 Deanna Erickson – Director of Lake Superior Reserve • The St. Louis River Summit will be held from March 3rd to March 5th at the UWS. 5.2 Future Agenda Items 5.2.1 Update on Fire Management Plan 5.2.2 Update on Schafers Beach 5.2.3 Update on Visitor Use Assessment 5.2.4 Update on 44th Avenue East Dock 5.2.5 Update on Cultural Connections 5.2.6 Discuss funding and timeline for Wisconsin Point Management Plan 5.2.7 Discuss 2026 Projects 5.3 Confirm the next meeting date as May 12, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in Room 204 of the Government Center. 6 ADJOURNMENT Chair Bridge announced the meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Kara Czapinski [20260303R 170] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 1 U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Grant Agreement GRANT NUMBER (FAIN): 00E05059 MODIFICATION NUMBER: 0 PROGRAM CODE: GL DATE OF AWARD 08/06/2025 TYPE OF ACTION New MAILING DATE 08/11/2025 PAYMENT METHOD: ASAP ACH# 50111 RECIPIENT TYPE: Special District Send Payment Request to: Contact EPA RTPFC at: rtpfc-grants@epa.gov RECIPIENT: CITY OF SUPERIOR 1316 N. 14TH STREET SUPERIOR, WI 54880-1773 EIN: 39-6005631 PAYEE: CITY OF SUPERIOR 1316 North 14th Str. Superior, WI 54880 PROJECT MANAGER Bridgit Maruska 1316 N 14th St Suite 200 Superior, WI 54880-1776 maruskab@superiorwi.govEmail: 715-395-7279Phone: EPA PROJECT OFFICER Sakura Evans 77 W. Jackson Blvd, G-9J Chicago, IL 60604-3507 Evans.Sakura@epa.govEmail: 312-353-4323Phone: EPA GRANT SPECIALIST Lawrence Crowley Assistance Section I, MA-10J 77 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604-3507 Crowley.Lawrence@epa.govEmail: 312-353-8222Phone: PROJECT TITLE AND DESCRIPTION Wisconsin Point Cultural Connections The City of Superior will identify and select site improvement features, and complete designs and plans, for future implementation at Wisconsin Point. This project supports the St. Louis River Area of Concern and will support the removal of Beneficial Use Impairments related to Loss of Fish and Wildlife Habitat and Degraded Aesthetics. The activities include identifying and selecting site improvement features and completing designs and plans for future implementation. The anticipated deliverables include final design plans and cost estimates for the selected features. The expected outcomes include increased availability and use of restored areas by the public. The intended beneficiaries include residents of the local community, Fond du Lac Band members, and all visitors to Wisconsin Point.No subawards are included in this assistance agreement. BUDGET PERIOD 08/01/2025 - 12/31/2027 PROJECT PERIOD 08/01/2025 - 12/31/2027 TOTAL BUDGET PERIOD COST $ 100,000.00 TOTAL PROJECT PERIOD COST $ 100,000.00 NOTICE OF AWARD Based on your Application dated 06/16/2025 including all modifications and amendments, the United States acting by and through the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hereby awards $ 100,000.00. EPA agrees to cost-share 100.00% of all approved budget period costs incurred, up to and not exceeding total federal funding of $ 100,000.00. Recipient's signature is not required on this agreement. The recipient demonstrates its commitment to carry out this award by either: 1) drawing down funds within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date; or 2) not filing a notice of disagreement with the award terms and conditions within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date. If the recipient disagrees with the terms and conditions specified in this award, the authorized representative of the recipient must furnish a notice of disagreement to the EPA Award Official within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date. In case of disagreement, and until the disagreement is resolved, the recipient should not draw down on the funds provided by this award/amendment, and any costs incurred by the recipient are at its own risk. This agreement is subject to applicable EPA regulatory and statutory provisions, all terms and conditions of this agreement and any attachments. ISSUING OFFICE (GRANTS MANAGEMENT OFFICE) ORGANIZATION / ADDRESS U.S. EPA, Region 5, U.S. EPA Region 5 Mail Code MCG10J 77 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604-3507 AWARD APPROVAL OFFICE ORGANIZATION / ADDRESS U.S. EPA, Region 5, Great Lakes National Program Office R5 - Region 5 77 W. Jackson Blvd G-9J Chicago, IL 60604-3507 THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Digital signature applied by EPA Award Official for Robert Fields - Section Supervisor, Grants Management Officer by Robert Fields - Award Official Delegate DATE 08/06/2025 [20260303R 171] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 2 EPA Funding Information FUNDS FORMER AWARD THIS ACTION AMENDED TOTAL EPA Amount This Action $ 0 $ 100,000 $ 100,000 EPA In-Kind Amount $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Unexpended Prior Year Balance $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Other Federal Funds $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Recipient Contribution $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 State Contribution $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Local Contribution $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Other Contribution $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Allowable Project Cost $ 0 $ 100,000 $ 100,000 Assistance Program 66.469 - Geographic Programs - Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Statutory Authority Clean Water Act: Sec. 118(c) as amended by PL 114-322 Regulatory Authority 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 1500 and 40 CFR 33 Fiscal Site Name Req No FY Approp. Code Budget Organization PRC Object Class Site/Project Cost Organization Obligation / Deobligation - 2505HDX049 242 5 B 05HCA 000BJ7XF1 4116 5501P7 - $ 100,000 $ 100,000 [20260303R 172] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 3 Budget Summary Page Table A - Object Class Category (Non-Construction) Total Approved Allowable Budget Period Cost 1. Personnel $ 0 2. Fringe Benefits $ 0 3. Travel $ 0 4. Equipment $ 0 5. Supplies $ 0 6. Contractual $ 100,000 7. Construction $ 0 8. Other $ 0 9. Total Direct Charges $ 100,000 10. Indirect Costs: 0.00 % Base $ 0 11. Total (Share: Recipient ______ % Federal ______ %)0.00 100.00 $ 100,000 12. Total Approved Assistance Amount $ 100,000 13. Program Income $ 0 14. Total EPA Amount Awarded This Action $ 100,000 15. Total EPA Amount Awarded To Date $ 100,000 [20260303R 173] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 4 Administrative Conditions National Administrative Terms and Conditions General Terms and Conditions The recipient agrees to comply with the current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) general terms and conditions available at: https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2024- 10/fy_2025_epa_general_terms_and_conditions_effective_october_1_2024_or_later.pdf  These terms and conditions are in addition to the assurances and certifications made as a part of the award and the terms, conditions, or restrictions cited throughout the award. The EPA repository for the general terms and conditions by year can be found at: https://www. epa.gov/grants/grant-terms-and-conditions#general. A.  Correspondence Condition The terms and conditions of this agreement require the submittal of reports, specific requests for approval, or notifications to EPA. Unless otherwise noted, all such correspondence should be sent to the following email addresses: •Federal Financial Reports (SF-425):  rtpfc-grants@epa.gov and crowley.lawrence@epa.gov •All other forms/certifications/assurances, Indirect Cost Rate Agreements, Requests for Extensions of the Budget and Project Period, Amendment Requests, Requests for other Prior Approvals, updates to recipient information (including email addresses, changes in contact information or changes in authorized representatives) and other notifications: Sakura Evans at evans.sakura@epa.gov Lawrence Crowley at crowley.lawrence@epa.gov •Payment requests (if applicable): Sakura Evans at evans.sakura@epa.gov  and Lawrence Crowley at Crowley.Lawrence@epa.gov •Quality Assurance documents, workplan revisions, equipment lists, programmatic reports and deliverables Sakura Evans at evans.sakura@epa.gov B.   Pre-Award Costs In accordance with 2 CFR 1500.9, the recipient may charge otherwise allowable pre-award costs (both Federal and non-Federal cost sharing) incurred from 8/01/2025 to the actual award date provided that such costs were contained in the approved application and all costs are incurred within the approved budget period. C. New Recipient Training Requirement The recipient agrees to complete the EPA Grants Management Training for Applicants and Recipients and the How to Develop a Budget training within 90 calendar days of the date of award of this agreement. The recipient must notify the Grant Specialist via email when the required training is complete. For additional information on this training requirement, the recipient [20260303R 174] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 5 should refer to RAIN-2024-G01. [20260303R 175] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 6 Programmatic Conditions A. Performance Reporting and Final Performance Report  In accordance with 2 CFR 200.329, the recipient must relate financial data and project or program accomplishments to the performance goals and objectives of the EPAaward and must provide cost information to demonstrate cost-effective practices (for example, through unit cost data) when reporting program performance. The recipient agrees to submit performance reports that include information on each of the following areas: 1) A comparison of accomplishments to the outputs/outcomes established in the assistance agreement work plan for the reporting period (for example, comparing costs to units of accomplishment); 2) explanations on why established outputs/outcomes were not met; and 3) Additional information, analysis, and explanation of cost overruns or higher-than-expected-unit costs.  Additionally, the recipient agrees to notify the EPAwhen a significant development occurs that could impact the award. Significant developments include events that enable meeting milestones and objectives sooner or at less cost than anticipated or that produce different beneficial results than originally planned. Significant developments also include problems, delays, or adverse conditions which will impact the ability to meet the milestones or objectives of the award, including outputs/outcomes specified in the assistance agreement work plan. If the significant developments negatively impact the award, the recipient must include information on their plan for corrective action and any assistance needed to resolve the situation.  1. Semi-annual progress reports: Starting with the first full reporting period after the issuance of the award, the recipient shall submit semi-annual progress reports (electronically) to the EPA Project Officer by April 30 and October 31 of each year, through the life of the assistance agreement. Reporting periods shall be the 6-month periods from October 1 to March 31 and April 1 to September 30. Progress reports shall document progress in writing and in pictures, for the project during the immediately preceding reporting period and must contain sufficient information in order to ascertain that the workplan is being carried out as specified in the assistance agreement. Progress reports shall describe all of the following that apply:  (a) Work accomplished for the period, quantifying results achieved. Specify any incremental and cumulative (results achieved during the reporting period for all applicable GLRI Action Plan IV measures identified on pages 10-15 of the GLRI Action Plan IV, in accordance with any direction provided by your EPA Project Officer and the GLRI Action Plan IV Measures Reporting Plan at GLRI Action Plan>, particularly: Measure of Progress 1.1.1 (b) National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 status;  (c) Quality Assurance;  (d) Object Class Category changes;  (e) Corrective actions;  (f) Projected new work;  (g) Percent completion of scheduled work;  (h) Percent of budgeted amounts spent;  (i) Any change in principal investigator;  (j) Any change needed in project period,  [20260303R 176] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 7 (k) Date and amount of latest drawdown request along with expenditures for the reporting period; and  (l) Delays or adverse conditions which materially impair the ability to meet the outputs/outcomes specified in the assistance agreement workplan.  Grant progress reports must accurately reflect recipient's progress towards outputs and outcomes and all activities outlined in the approved work plan are being completed as agreed, and that the recipient is meeting the terms and conditions of the grant.  2.Final Report: The final Report shall incorporate all proposed project outputs and outcomes and summarize the nature and extent of the project, methodologies employed, significant events and experiences, a compilation of the data collected, and results achieved. Significant developments include events that enable meeting milestones and objectives sooner or at less cost than anticipated or that produce different beneficial results than originally planned.  Results shall include the cumulative results achieved during the project period for all proposed outputs and outcomes, including but not limited to all applicable GLRI Action Plan IV measures described in element 1 of the Semi-annual Progress Report condition above. The final report shall also include analysis of the data, conclusions, and recommendations.The final report shall incorporate documentation of the project and environmental progress under the project at appropriate phases, including photos, illustrations, diagrams, charts, graphs, and maps as appropriate to support the project results and measures reported.In order for the report writing costs to be eligible under the award, the draft final report must be submitted to the PO prior to the grant expiration date.Electronic versions of the Final Report shall be submitted no later than 120 days after the end of the project period.All work products shall indicate attribution to the U.S. EPA Great Lakes Restoration Initiative for funding assistance and should also acknowledge significant contributions by others. If applicable, the Final Report shall include:  A dataset (Excel or similar format) of field and laboratory data including but not limited to project latitude and longitude, date, time, field observations, parameter data, laboratory analysis, quality assurance data  Model files including input-output data, model code, model output, and peripheral and post-processing utilities.  B. Cybersecurity Condition  Cybersecurity Grant Condition for Other Recipients, Including Intertribal Consortia  (a) The recipient agrees that when collecting and managing environmental data under this assistance agreement, it will protect the data by following all applicable State or Tribal law cybersecurity requirements.  (b) (1) EPA must ensure that any connections between the recipient's network or information system and EPA networks used by the recipient to transfer data under this agreement, are secure. For purposes of this Section, a connection is defined as a dedicated persistent interface between an Agency IT system and an external IT system for the purpose of transferring information. Transitory, user-controlled connections such as website browsing are excluded from this definition.  If the recipient's connections as defined above do not go through the Environmental Information Exchange Network or EPA's Central Data Exchange, the recipient agrees to contact the EPA Project Officer (PO) no later than 90 days after the date of this award and work with the designated Regional/Headquarters Information Security Officer to ensure that the connections meet EPA security requirements, including entering into Interconnection Service Agreements as appropriate. This condition does not apply to manual entry of data by the recipient into systems operated and used by EPA's regulatory programs for the submission of reporting and/or compliance data.  [20260303R 177] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 8 (2) The recipient agrees that any subawards it makes under this agreement will require the subrecipient to comply with the requirements in (b)(1) if the subrecipient's network or information system is connected to EPA networks to transfer data to the Agency using systems other than the Environmental Information Exchange Network or EPA's Central Data Exchange. The recipient willbe in compliance withthis condition: by including this requirement in subaward agreements; and during subrecipient monitoring deemed necessary by the recipient under 2 CFR 200.332(d), by inquiring whether the subrecipient has contacted the EPA Project Officer. Nothing in this condition requires the recipient to contact the EPA Project Officer on behalf of a subrecipient or to be involved in the negotiation of an Interconnection Service Agreement between the subrecipient and EPA.  C. Requesting Travel Approval under the Existing Agreement  Time and travel costs along with participation in professional meetings funded under this agreement shall be reviewedby the EPA Project Officer in advance. Although EPA may have approved this type of activity as a component of the workplan, the recipient (or its representative) and subrecipients seeking to attend professional meetings not covered/approved in the original scope of work, mustnotify theEPA Project Officer identified on the first page of this agreement.  1. Travel Narrative  Specifically, at least 30 days in advance, the recipient shall notify the EPA Project Officer of any travel plans not previously detailed in the approved workplan by providing the Project Officer with a description of the event, the location of the event, the event sponsor, travel dates, the recipient's role in the event, the number of travelers and an itemized travel breakdown of costs (per diem, mileage, lodging, parking/tolls, airfare, etc.). The request should also include a justification describing why this travel is a necessary part of this assistance agreement. The recipient understands that any travel revisions contributing to a rebudgeting of funds from other cost categories exceeding 10% of the total budget, or an increase in grant funds requires a formal amendment to this agreement.   2. International Travel (see also EPA General Term and Condition titled “Foreign Travel”)  The recipient must request approval for international travel not approved in the workplan by submitting a request to the Project Officer at least 30 days in advance of incurring international travel costs. This request must include an explanation on why this travel is necessary to effectively carry out the approved project(s), an itemized budget (per diem, mileage, lodging, parking/tolls, airfare), number of trips, number of travelers, the country where international travel will occur, and the dates of travel if known. (The recipient understands that if it incurs international travel costs of any kind without EPA's prior approval, it does so at its own risk).  D. Use of Logos  If the GLRI logos are used on websites, outreach materials, reports or publications along with logos from other participating entities, the GLRI logo mustnotbe prominently displayed to imply that any of the recipient's or subrecipient's activities are being conducted by the EPA. Instead, the GLRI logo should be accompanied with a statement indicating that theCity of Superiorreceived financial support from the EPA under an Assistance Agreement.  E. Public or Media Events  The Recipient agrees to notify the EPA Project Officer listed in this award document of public or media events (such as groundbreaking events, ribbon cutting events, etc.) publicizing the accomplishment of significant events related to construction projects as a result of this agreement, and provide the opportunity for attendance and participation by federal representatives with at least ten (10) working days' notice.  [20260303R 178] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 9 F. Signage   The recipient shall ensure that a visible project identification sign (with the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative logo provided by the EPA Project Officer) is erected as appropriate at each on-the-ground protection or restoration project. Each sign must give project information and credit the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and appropriate federal agencies for funding. The recipient will determine the design, placement, and materials for each sign. The GLRI logo should be accompanied with the statement indicating that the City of Superiorreceived financial support in the amount of $100,000 from the EPA.  G. Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance   All laboratory and field activities conducted for this project must be in accordance and compliance with all applicable health, safety and environmental laws, regulations and guidelines.  H.Management Practice   The recipient agrees to properly operate and maintain any best management practices implemented through this award in accordance with design standards and specifications.  I. Disposition of Wastes   The recipient agrees to dispose of all wastes in accordance with State and Federal regulation.  J. Timely Fiscal Expenditures  The recipient must ensure funds are expended in a timely manner commensurate with the progression of project activities. To ensure compliance with unliquidated obligations (ULO) policies, the recipient must notify the EPA Project Officer of potential drawdown delays that exceed 180 days.  K.Quality Assurance Authority: Quality Assurance applies to all assistance agreements involving environmental information (data collection, production, or use) as defined in 2 C.F.R. § 1500.12 Quality Assurance.  The recipient shall ensure that subawards involving environmental information issued under this agreement include appropriate quality requirements for the work. The recipient shall ensure sub-award recipients develop and implement Quality Assurance (QA) planning document in accordance with this term and condition; and/or ensure sub-award recipients implement all applicable approved QA planning documents.  Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) 1. Prior to beginning environmental information operations, the recipient must: a. Develop a QAPP, i. Prepare QAPP in accordance with the current version of EPA's Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Standard,  1. Submit the draft QAPP within 90-120 days after grant award or before EIO begins for EPA review, and 2. [20260303R 179] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 10 Obtain EPA Quality Assurance Manager or designee (hereafter referred to as QAM) approval before EIO begin.  3. Submit a previously EPA-approved QAPP proposed to ensure the collected, produced, evaluated, or used environmental information is of known and documented quality for the intended use(s).  ii. The EPA Quality Assurance Manager or designee (hereafter referred to as QAM) will notify the recipient and EPA Project Officer (PO) in writing if the previously EPA-approved QAPP is acceptable for this agreement.  1. Provide EPA a copy of the recipient-approved QAPP if the recipient has an EPA-approved Quality Management Plan AND a current EPA delegation to review and approve QAPPs.  iii. The EPA delegated State Agency should sign the GLNPO PO QA Determination Form 1. The EPA delegated State Agency must submit the approved QAPPs to EPA according to the timeframe within the current, approved QMP.  2. The recipient shall notify the PO and QAM when substantive changes are needed to the QAPP. EPA may require the QAPP be updated and re-submitted for approval. The recipient must review their approved QAPP at least annually. The results of the QAPP review and any revisions must be submitted to the PO and the QAM at least annually and may also be submitted when changes occur.  b. Quality Management Plan (QMP) 2. Prior to beginning environmental information operations (EIO), the recipient must: a. Develop a QMP, i. Prepare the QMP in accordance with the current version of EPA's Quality Management Plan (QMP) Standard. Submit the document for EPA review, and  1. Obtain EPA Quality Assurance Manager or designee (hereafter referred to as QAM) approval. 2. Submit a previously EPA-approved and current QMP, ii. The EPA Quality Assurance Manager or designee (hereafter referred to as QAM) will notify the recipient and EPA Project Officer (PO) in writing if the QMP is acceptable for this agreement.  1. The recipient must submit the QMP within 90-120 days after grant award. 2. The recipient must review their approved QMP at least annually. If the recipient has an EPA-approvedb. [20260303R 180] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 11 Quality Management Plan and a current EPA delegation to review and approve QAPPs, the recipient must submit the approved QAPPs to EPA according to the timeframe within the current, approved QMP. These documented reviews shall be made available to the sponsoring EPA organization if requested. When necessary, the recipient shall revise its QMP to incorporate minor changes and notify the EPA PO and QAM of the changes. If significant changes have been made to the Quality Program that affect the performance of EIO, it may be necessary to re-submit the entire QMP for re-approval. In general, a copy of any QMP revision(s) made during the year should be submitted to the EPA PO and QAM in writing when such changes occur. Conditions requiring the revision and resubmittal of an approved QMP can be found in section 6 of EPA's Quality Management Plan (QMP) Standard.  Visit Quality Assurance Resources for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grantees website for more information about GLRI requirements, tools, and resources.  3. Other References 4. Quality Management Plan (QMP) Standard and EPA's Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Standard; contain quality specifications for EPA and non-EPA organizations and definitions applicable to these terms and conditions.  a. EPA QA/G-5: Guidance for Quality Assurance Project Plans. b. 40 CFR 35.  EPA Quality Program Directives. c. EPA's Quality Program website has a list of QA managers, and Specifications for EPA and Non-EPA Organizations.  d. The Office of Grants and Debarment Implementation of Quality Assurance Requirements for Organizations Receiving EPA Financial Assistance  e. L. National Historic Preservation Act  Pursuant to 36 CFR 800.2(c)(4), EPA has authorized all assistance agreement recipients and applicants to initiate consultation under National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106, 54 U.S.C. 306108 on behalf of EPA, for all grants, cooperative agreements, interagency agreements, and other projects under GLNPO's purview, including but not limited to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), 33 U.S.C. 1268, and applicable appropriations acts and/or implementing regulations. EPA does not delegate its Tribal consultation responsibilities and will work with the recipient to carry out the appropriate actions.  While all assistance agreement recipients and applicants are authorized to initiate Section 106 consultation on behalf of EPA, EPA retains legal responsibility for findings and determinations required under the Section 106 process. In addition, when applicable, EPA will consult directly under Section 106 with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, pursuant to 36 CFR 800.2(c)(2(ii).  Prior to conducting or engaging in any on-site activity, the grantee shall consult with an EPA Project Officer regarding the National Historic Preservation Act and, if applicable, shall assist EPA in complying with any [20260303R 181] GL - 00E05059 - 0 Page 12 requirements of the Act and implementing regulations. All Section 106 deliverables identified in the workplan must be submitted to the EPA Project Officer.  If unanticipated archaeological or human remains are discovered during earth-disturbing activities, stop work immediately and contact the EPA Project Officer. Do not engage in any earth-disturbing activities until an EPA official states work can resume.  M. Geospatial Data All geospatial data created must be consistent with Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) endorsed standards. Information on these standards may be found at https://www.fgdc.gov/.  Location information (address information, latitude and longitude values, coverage, geospatial metadata, and other coordinate information) shall be reported for all areas of interest in this agreement (ex: sampling sites/areas, restoration sites/areas, etc.). All reports and supplemental data, text, and graphics shall be submitted to the EPA Project Officer in digital format as follows:  [a] Email Attachments. All major word processing and desktop publishing formats are acceptable. Digital graphics should be submitted in their original form. Any special fonts used within the document should also be provided, OR [b] Hypertext markup language, (HTML) OR [c] “PDF” version.  Contact your Project Officer with any questions and they can forward any issues to relevant EPA geospatial data management team. All data, including geospatial data should be collected, acquired, processed, documented, stored, accessed, maintained, and retired through the use of complete, consistent, and integrated metadata.   [20260303R 182] Parks, Recreation, & Forestry 1316 North 14th Street, 2nd Floor Superior, WI 54880 Web site: www.ci.superior.wi.us Email: parks@ci.superior.wi.us Phone: (715) 395-7270 Fax: (715) 395-7346 TTY: (715) 395-7521 Memorandum of Recommendation DATE: March 3, 2026 TO: Mayor Jim Paine and the Common Council FROM: Bridgit Maruska, Parks, Recreation & Forestry Director RE: Recommendation of Award: WI Point Cultural Connections Planning Grant It is the recommendation of the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Division to accept grant funding awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the amount of $100,000 for planning and design for a WI Point Cultural Connections trail with interpretive signage and amenities. 1. Introduction: The City of Superior applied and was awarded a grant through the EPA via the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) for planning and design of interpretive signage and amenities related to ecologically restored spaces in the St. Louis River Area of Concern on Wisconsin Point. This recommendation seeks to accept the EPA award in the amount of $100,000 to contract for planning and designs along with cost estimates for selected features. 2. Background/Analysis/Discussion: Substantial investments have been made in habitat restoration and protection on and near Wisconsin Point through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) and partner- funded projects, including dune restoration, piping plover habitat restoration, and Allouez Bay manoomin (wild rice) restoration. While these restoration efforts have improved ecological conditions, there are currently limited entry points, connections, interpretive features, and amenities that help the public understand, access, and experience these restored areas. The EPA GLRI award in the amount of $100,000 will support planning and design for the Wisconsin Point Cultural Connections project, which will focus on developing community-informed designs for interpretive signage, pause points, trail connections, and gathering spaces that link cultural history with ongoing restoration work. The project emphasizes telling the story of Wisconsin Point, known as Gibiskising Minis, and its importance to the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the broader community, while increasing awareness of GLRI-supported restoration actions in the St. Louis River Area of Concern. Design outcomes may include, but are not limited to, gathering spaces, pause points, interpretive signage and connection to existing trails as part of the Makwa Ziibiins Miikana (Bear Creek Trail) System, storytelling, Ojibwemowin language, artwork, recreation enhancements, boardwalks, platforms for birding and aesthetics, [20260303R 183] information on AOC projects (PIPL, Wild Rice Restoration, Wisconsin Point Dune Restoration), and information about land that was regained by the FDL Band. 3. Proposals and Project Approach: A request for qualifications for planning and design will be issued by the second quarter of 2026. The RFQ will consider qualified professional landscape architecture and design firms with experience in trail design, interpretive signage, and culturally sensitive, ecological planning. The selected consultant will be responsible for developing 30, 60, and 100 percent designs, along with cost estimates for community-selected features identified through the engagement process. As per the grant application, the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) will be contracted to lead community engagement efforts and measure project progress toward achieving 100% design. This collaborative approach ensures that both technical expertise and community and cultural knowledge shape the final designs and future vision for Wisconsin Point. 4. Budget Source/Fiscal Impact: The total project budget for the Wisconsin Point Cultural Connections planning and design phase is $100,000, fully funded by the Environmental Protection Agency through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). No local levy funds or match are required for this phase of the project. Grant funds will be used for professional design services and costs associated with public engagement and interpretive content development. Acceptance of this funding allows the City to advance project readiness and leverage future state, federal, and philanthropic funding for construction and implementation. 5. Conclusion: Acceptance of the EPA GLRI planning grant will allow the City of Superior to move forward with thoughtful, community-driven planning that connects people to the cultural, historical, and ecological significance of Wisconsin Point. By investing in high-quality planning and design now, the City will be well- positioned to pursue future funding for implementation and continue building upon recent restoration successes. This project reflects the City’s commitment to environmental stewardship, meaningful public access, cultural recognition, and long-term enhancement of one of Superior’s most important natural and cultural landscapes. Recommendation Approved: ________________________ Date: _______________ [20260303R 184] MAYOR’S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES– 12/15/26 Mtg Page 1 of 2 Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities Minutes December 15th, 2025 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order at 12:00pm on December 15th by chair Anderson, 2024 in Government Center Room 204. 1 ROLL CALL PRESENT: Shawna Anderson, Katey Perkkio, Reggie Leckel, Jill Nyberg VIRTUAL: Sarah Anderson ABSENT: Jill Nyberg, Mark Johnson CITY STAFF PRESENT: Becky Baker, Lee Sandok Baker, Thor Trone OTHERS PRESENT: 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Meeting held November 4th, 2025 Meeting minutes were not available in packet. Will approve at next meeting. 3 NEW BUSINESS 3.1 Snow Angels Program Update from Sarah Anderson. No action taken. Discussed DTA bus stops and who is responsible for clearing. COS Baker to follow up DTA. 3.2 Division of Vocation Rehab Waitlist Program Update from Katey Perkkio. No action taken. 4 OLD BUSINESS 4.1 Commission By-Laws Discussion held and edits suggested. COS Baker to bring to next meeting. 4.2 One Pager Edits Discussion held and edits suggested. COS Baker to bring to next meeting. 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Treasurer Report No changes. $1740.64 in checking. $15.54 in savings. 5.2 Confirm next meeting January 20, 2026 5.3 Possible Agenda Items for Future Meeting No action taken. 6 ADJOURNMENT [20260303R 185] MAYOR’S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES– 12/15/26 Mtg Page 2 of 2 Meeting adjourned by Chair Shawna Anderson at 12:13PM Respectfully submitted by Rebecca Baker [20260303R 186] Mayor’s Commission on Communities of Color – 1/12/26 Mtg (Meets monthly on 2nd Monday at 5:30 p.m.) Page 1 of 1 Mayor’s Commission on Communities of Color Minutes Monday, January 12th, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Chair Nikoi at 5:30 pm on January 12th, 2026 Government Center Room 204. 1 ROLL CALL PRESENT: Ephriam Nikoi, Jade Wong VIRTUAL: Louren Yzaguirre, Tanzeem Ali (5:39PM) ABSENT: Lori Lang CITY STAFF PRESENT: Rebecca Baker OTHERS PRESENT: 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Approval of minutes (Meeting held November 10th, 2025). MOTION by Wong, second by Yzaguirre. Minutes filed. 3 NEW BUSINESS 4 OLD BUSINESS 4.1 By Laws To be ratified next meeting once reviewed by Mayor Paine. No action taken. 4.2 MLK Day Planning Discussion held. Scaled back. COS Baker to send out flyer and information to the group. No action taken. 4.3 Matters effecting BIPOC Community Discussion held. No action taken. 4.4 Honoring Kym Young & Sandra Wright Discussion held. No action taken. 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Possible Agenda Items for Future Meeting (February 16th at 5:30PM) 6 ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned by Chair Nikoi at 6:12PM. Respectfully submitted by Rebecca Baker [20260303R 187] Public Art Commission – 2/5/26 Mtg Page 1 of 2 Public Art Commission Minutes THURSDAY, February 5th, 2026 Meeting The meeting was called to order by Chair Lindsey Graskey at 11:06AM on February 5th, 2026 in Government Center Room 270. 1 ROLL CALL PRESENT:, Lindsey Graskey, Heidi Blunt, Paul Robinson, Carolyn Nelson-Kavajecz, Paul Robinson VIRTUAL: Paul Robinson ABSENT: Mollie Gilbertson CITY STAFF PRESENT: Rebecca Baker OTHERS PRESENT: 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Meeting held August 20th, 2025 MOTION Blunt, Second by Robinson to approve. Minutes filed. 3 OLD BUSINESS 3.1. Grant Application for Award Consideration 3.1.1 Our Stories: A Local Queer History Activity Book submitted by Tyler Driscoll Requesting $7,000 MOTION to approve full amount by Graskey. Second by Robinson. Abstention by Blunt. Motion passes. 4 NEW BUSINESS 4.1 SPAG Grant Language Review Discussion held. Will review for edits at next meeting. No action taken. 4.2 ArtPOP Update Update from Blunt. No action taken. 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Previous Grant Recipient Updates Update from Baker. No action taken. 5.2 Financials Financials reviewed. Discussion held. No action taken. 6 ADJOURNMENT [20260303R 188] Public Art Commission – 2/5/26 Mtg Page 2 of 2 MOTION to adjourn at 11:53AM Next meeting confirmed for March 12th @ 11AM. Respectfully submitted by Rebecca Scherf. [20260303R 189] POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION – 02/11/2026 MEETING MINUTES Page 1 of 1 POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION Minutes – February 11, 2026 Meeting The meeting was called to order by Tom Johnson at 4:45 p.m. on February 11, 2026, in Government Center Room 204. 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT:, Tom Johnson, Akela Lloyd*, Maria Cuzzo, Ed Anderson ABSENT: Brett Foote, Sarah Anderson CITY STAFF PRESENT: HR Specialist Deb Williams, Fire Chief Camron Vollbrecht, Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt*, Administrative Assistant Angie Harker *virtual 3 RECOGNITION OF NOTICE TO PUBLIC 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1 Police and Fire Commission (Meeting held 01/14/2026). A correction to the minutes was noted to reflect that Maria Cuzzo was in attendance but was inadvertently omitted from the list of those present. MOTION to approve the corrected minutes by Ed Anderson, was seconded by Tom Johnson, and carried. 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Police and Fire Department Updates 6 NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Letter from Chief Vollbrecht – Completion of Probation, Jesse Brown MOTION to approve by Maria Cuzzo, was seconded by Ed Anderson, and carried. 6.2 Approve Police Officer Exam Plan HR Specialist Deb Williams explained that the exam plan timeline is accelerated due to recruit school starting in August. MOTION to approve by Maria Cuzzo, was seconded by Ed Anderson, and carried. 6.3 Review Police Officer Interview Questions (refer to closed session) MOTION to go into closed session at 5:05 PM by Ed Anderson, was seconded by Maria Cuzzo. MOTION to go back into open session at 5:26 PM by Maria Cuzzo, was seconded by Tom Johnson 7 ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 5:27 PM. Submitted by Angie Harker [20260303R 190] Page 1 of 3 Golf Course Committee – 2/19/2026 Meeting *Attended the meeting virtually GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE MINUTES February 19, 2026 Regular Meeting The meeting was called to order by Chair Hoag at 11:02 a.m. on February 19, 2026, in Room 204 of the Government Center and virtually via Microsoft Teams. 1. ROLL CALL Members Present: Barb Hoag, Jack Sweeney, Troy Clark, Lindsey Graskey* Advisory Members and Others Present: Kara Czapinski, Bridgit Maruska, Dan Walker, Brian Wallin, Christian Houle, Vince Juarez*, Mary Kate Walsh*, John Ramos 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1. Golf Course Committee (Meeting held October 23, 2025) MOTION by Sweeney, second by Clark, and carried to approve the minutes from October 23, 2025. 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. OLD BUSINESS 4.1. Update on Irrigation System. Dan Walker noted that the original plan to utilize pond spoils for the driving range became financially impractical due to the challenges of navigating Enbridge lines and the high costs associated with hydrovacing. Consequently, the project was put on hold, and the focus shifted to essential irrigation improvements. City officials, including Contract Analyst Jane Darwin, Public Works Director Todd Janigo, and Weyandt Engineering, decided to take charge of the RFP process, with intentions to review feedback from the project team in mid-March for both phases one and two. The revised phase one will prioritize deepening the pond at hole 18 to accommodate new variable speed pumps, while improvements to the driving range will be set aside. The main efforts will involve the installation of new main lines, laterals, irrigation heads, and satellite-based control systems. Director Janigo is also considering the addition of a second well to reduce reliance on city water and improve long-term cost efficiency. Brian Wallin joined the meeting at 11:12 a.m. 4.2. Update on Mission Statement. MOTION by Hoag, second by Clark, and carried to hold item 4.1 until the April 23, 2026, Golf Course Committee Meeting. 4.3. Update on Golf Course Simulators. Walker provided data indicating that although the simulator operations incur losses, these losses are less than the expenses associated with seasonal closure, allowing for year-round employment for both management and staff. The team acknowledged the rising competition from new local simulators and a season pass holder who operates a private simulator, which has resulted in decreased revenues and necessitated price [20260303R 191] Page 2 of 3 Golf Course Committee – 2/19/2026 Meeting *Attended the meeting virtually reductions to stay competitive. Simulators also offer opportunities for private events, club fittings, and merchandise sales. Recent initiatives like the Lake Superior Ice Festival trolley ride successfully attracted potential new customers and enhanced visibility. Walker mentioned the desire to host more events like this. The importance of upholding high customer service standards was emphasized, with consistent staffing contributing to improved service quality and customer satisfaction. KemperSports recognized the need for clearer event booking processes on the website and discussed strategies to bolster marketing efforts, including making information more accessible and implementing targeted campaigns. 4.4. Update on Snowmobile Trail. Dan Walker indicated that the maintenance of the snowmobile trail incurs minimal expenses, thanks to equipment and staff time provided by the city. Additionally, marketing costs remain low. The team is considering the organization of classic sled shows and forming partnerships with local snowmobile associations, while also utilizing digital and radio marketing strategies to enhance visibility and encourage participation. Snowmobile wayfinding signage to the clubhouse was added to the trail. 5. RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Marketing Report Christian Houle outlined the development of a cohesive brand kit, along with standardized templates for social media and email communications, while also emphasizing the importance of proactive updates regarding the Blatnik Bridge Construction that may impact access. The website is undergoing a significant redesign aimed at enhancing navigation, refreshing program details, and incorporating professional photography, all with the goal of facilitating easier event booking and information retrieval. A revamped monthly newsletter format has been introduced, accompanied by efforts to refine and update the email database to ensure more accurate and widespread distribution. Additionally, Mary Kate Walsh and her team are working on consolidating event booking pages, enriching them with detailed information and images, and simplifying the inquiry process for private events. Vince Juarez left the meeting virtually at 11:43 a.m. 5.2 General Manager’s Report with Profit/Loss Statement – Walker reported a year-over-year increase of $58,000 in net operating income, driven by a reduction in operational expenses by $95,000 and payroll remaining under budget, despite a slight dip in total revenue. Notable growth occurred in season pass sales, driving range usage, and food and beverage income, while the primary revenue decline stemmed from golf cart rentals, which were affected by heavy rainfall in July and a trend of players opting to walk. The analysis highlighted the effects of weather-related restrictions on cart paths and evolving player preferences, particularly noting that senior leagues frequently cancel when cart access is limited, and an increasing number of players are utilizing walking aids. Staffing levels remain stable, and investments in building maintenance have enhanced reliability, with ongoing initiatives focused on improving database management in preparation for the upcoming season. [20260303R 192] Page 3 of 3 Golf Course Committee – 2/19/2026 Meeting *Attended the meeting virtually 5.2.1 Top Concern: 1. Decrease in cart revenue from year to date. 5.1.2 Top Highlight: 1. The Lake Superior Ice Festival trolley ride that visited Nemadji Golf Course. 5.2 Superintendent – Grounds/Maintenance Report – Brian Wallin has reported the arrival and upcoming installation of a new golf lift, alongside ongoing maintenance of equipment. Additionally, there are plans to improve the bridges with rubber matting to enhance both safety and comfort. This winter has focused on education and preparation for the forthcoming season. 5.2.1 Top Concern: 1. Potential staff turnover. 5.2.2 Top Highlight: 1. Bridge improvements. 5.4 Nemadji Women’s and Men’s Club – Concerns/Updates Troy Clark spoke for the Men’s Club: 5.4.1 The website and logo are currently undergoing updates to enhance user accessibility. This year, there has been a rate increase from $50.00 to $60.00, with the handicap rising from $25.00 to $27.00. All event dates for the year have been finalized. Barb Hoag spoke for the Women’s Club: 5.4.2 The spring meeting is scheduled for April 28th, at which time the leadership for the leagues will be determined. 5.5 Public Comment 5.6 Future Agenda Items 5.6.1 Update on Irrigation System 5.6.2 Update on Mission Statement 5.6.3 Update on Golf Course Simulators 5.6.4 Update on Snowmobile Trail 5.7 Confirm the next meeting date as Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Nemadji Greens View Grille. 6. ADJOURNMENT Chair Hoag announced the meeting adjourned at 12:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Kara Czapinski [20260303R 193] PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES - 2/24/26 Mtg (Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesday of each month) Page 1 of 1 PLAN COMMISSION Minutes Feburary 24, 2026 Special Meeting The meeting was called to order by Chair Paine at 5:03 pm on February 24, 2026, at Vintage Italian Pizza. 1 ROLL CALL PRESENT: Jim Paine, Lynn Wohlwend, Garner Moffat, Brent Fennessey, Lindsey Graskey, Anne Porter and Brian Finstad VIRTUAL: ABSENT: CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director Serck, Heidi Blunt and Tech Granlund OTHERS PRESENT: John Ramos. 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3 OLD BUSINESS 4 NEW BUSINESS 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Planning & Development Director Report 5.2 Housing Coordinator Update 5.3 Zoning Code Update Director Serck reintroduced the proposed draft Mixed-Use Zoning Districts. The Plan Commission reviewed and discussed the proposed revisions, referencing the surrounding downtown area as visual examples to better evaluate the potential impact of the changes. Commissioners discussed the allowance of home businesses and occupations within the Neighborhood Mixed-Use Districts also discussing not allowing single-family homes. It was suggested that the required form elements be organized from maximum to minimum standards to provide greater clarity and ease of interpretation. The Commission also discussed the appropriateness of permitting residential units on the first floor within the Downtown Mixed-Use Districts. Additionally, Commissioners expressed a preference that mobile home parks be zoned as a Planned Development District (PDD). 6 ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:34 p.m. due to unforeseen technical difficulties that resulted in the recording ending prematurely. Respectfully submitted by Amanda Granlund. [20260303R 194] Angie Kiminski (Angie's Closet) 1315 Tower Avenue pending background check Maria Lockwood (Foxes & Fireflies, LLC) 1401 Tower Avenue Cara James (Earth Exchange) 1713 Belknap Street pending background check Janet Sobolik (Antiques on Belknap) 1709 Tower Avenue pending background check Sasha Howell (Rebel Threads) 1401 Tower Avenue David Mattson (Vahtii Tech, LLC) 625 Hughitt Avenue Michele Wick 6004 Tower Avenue pending background check Kayla Erdmann (emFATic+) 625 Hughitt Avenue pending background check 10.1 City Clerk's Office - Miscellaneous License Applications 03/03/2026 2026-2027 Secondhand Dealer [20260303R 195] [20260303R 196] [20260303R 197] [20260303R 198] [20260303R 199] [20260303R 200] Date: February 17, 2026 City Council Date: March 3, 2026 M E M O R A N D U M TO: Mayor Paine and Members of the Common Council FROM: Krista Y. Anderson, Community Development Manager RE: Resolution to set a public hearing for the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) INTRODUCTION – In compliance with the Community Development Citizen Participation Plan, the Community Development Division is submitting the following Resolution for consideration at the March 3, 2026, Council Meeting in order to set a public hearing for April 14, 2026: “Resolution introduced by the Community Development Division to set a public hearing for the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)”. BACKGROUND - In accordance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report will be made available for public view on March 4, 2026. The notice informing the public of its availability will be posted and mailed as outlined in the City of Superior’s Citizen Participation Plan. The hearing may not be held less than thirty days from the Council recommendation. CONCLUSION – Please set a public hearing for April 14, 2026 Council Meeting. Recommend: _____________________________________ Mayor Jim Paine [20260303R 201] R26-13861 Set Public Hearing for CAPER 2025 1 RESOLUTION # R26-13861 RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2025 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) WHEREAS, the City of Superior is designated by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as an entitlement community for the receipt of direct funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program; WHEREAS, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires local communities to hold public hearings before approval of the Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER); NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing will be held by the Common Council of the City of Superior at 6:30 p.m. on the 14th day of April, 2026, in Room 201 of the Government Center, 1316 North 14th Street, and that notice of said hearing be given to all interested persons in the manner provided by law. Passed and adopted this 3rd day of March 2026. Approved this 3rd day of March 2026. Mayor Jim Paine Attest: Heidi Blunt, City Clerk [20260303R 202] City of Superior Fifth Program Year Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report 2025 [20260303R 203] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) [20260303R 204] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) City of Superior Fifth Program Year Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report 2025 Jim Paine Mayor Nick Ledin Sarah Anderson Garner Moffat Jack Sweeney Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor 1st District 2nd District 3rd District 4th District Brent Fennessey Tylor Elm Ruth M. Ludwig Mike Herrick Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor 5th District 6th District 7th District 8th District Mark T. Johnson Lindsey Graskey Councilor Councilor 9th District 10th District City of Superior Department of Planning and Development Jason Serck Krista Y. Anderson Planning, Economic Development Community Development Manager and Port Director [20260303R 205] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) [20260303R 206] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table of Contents 1. Goals and Outcomes ................................ ................................ ....... 7 2. Racial and Ethnic Composition of Families Assisted ....................... 11 3. Resources and Investments ................................ ........................... 12 4. Affordable Housing ................................ ................................ ........ 15 5. Homeless and Other Special Needs ................................ ............... 18 6. Public Housing ................................ ................................ ............... 20 7. Other Actions ................................ ................................ ................ 21 8. Monitoring ................................ ................................ .................... 25 9. CDBG ................................ ................................ ............................. 27 10. Section 3 ................................ ................................ ........................ 28 11. Attachments ................................ ................................ .................. 30 • PR09/PR26 • Superior Census Tract Map • Benchmark Table • Match Funding • Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Table [20260303R 207] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) [20260303R 208] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year. The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is to report on accomplishments of funded activities within the program year and to evaluate progress in meeting one-year goals described in the Annual Action Plan and long-term goals described in the Consolidated Plan. This report evaluates the effectiveness of our programs and identifies programs and projects that performed well and those that experienced issues. This is the fifth reporting year of the 2021 - 2026 Consolidated Plan. Projects and activities met the national objectives in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan through the creation of suitable living environments, providing safe, decent, affordable housing and creating economic development opportunities. The City of Superior's 2025 CDBG activities addressed Superior's priorities by eliminating blight, protecting the community by eliminating conditions detrimental to health, safety, and public welfare, continuing to recognize the importance of the community's public services and replacing aging infrastructure. Sidewalk was removed and replaced in Census Tract 209, Block 2 between 19th and 21st Avenues East and East Third and Fourth Streets that connects neighborhoods, schools, parks and events. To improve public health, lead lines were replaced along East 5th Street between North 24th and North 31st Streets. A splash pad was designed and contructed at Wade Bowl Park in Census Tract 203 to promote community connectivity, healthy lifestyles and social interaction. Support for a variety of public services helped local agencies provide better housing, social services and health services to the City's low income population. Through public hearings, mailings, postings, staff contact and networking, the City worked to keep all members of the community informed about CDBG activities. Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals. [20260303R 209] Goal Category Source / Amount Indicator Unit of Measure Expected – Strategic Plan Actual – Strategic Plan Percent Complete Expected – Program Year Actual – Program Year Percent Complete Community Resources Homeless Non-Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development CDBG: $11,562.50 Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit Persons Assisted 25702 21178 82.40% 8700 3097 35.60% Community Resources Homeless Non-Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development CDBG: $72,000 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter Persons Assisted 3900 2677 68.64% 565 557 98.58% Effective Administration & Planning Administration & Planning CDBG: $164,322.05 Other Other 5 4 80.00% 1 1 100.00% Housing Affordable Housing Non-Homeless Special Needs CDBG: $16,704.83 Brownfield acres remediated Acre 1 1 100.00% 1 1 100.00% Housing Affordable Housing Non-Homeless Special Needs CDBG: $35,068.78 Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated Household Housing Unit 25 5 20.00% 4 1 25.00% [20260303R 210] CITY OF SUPERIOR | 2025 CAPER 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Affordable Housing Non-Homeless Special Needs CDBG: $ Housing Code Enforcement/Foreclosed Property Care Household Housing Unit 4000 1715 42.88% Neighborhood Facilities & Resources Non-Housing Community Development CDBG: $877,171.25 Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit Persons Assisted 20014 20887 113.36% 1980 1980 100.00% Table 1 - Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date [20260303R 211] Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified. The City of Superior continued its mission of eliminating blight, protecting the community by eliminating conditions that are detrimental to health, safety and public welfare, expanding and improving the City's housing stock, continued support of public services, replacing aging infrastructure, improving park and recreational facilities and facilitating economic development. The City's vision in 2025 focused on: Sidewalk replacement. Over 13,175 square feet of deteriorating sidewalk was replaced in Census Tract 209,Block 2 thereby improving the living environment for more than 1,350 people. Corner sidewalks include concrete pedestrian ramps with detectable warning fields and are handicap accessible. Wade Bowl Splash Pad. As a priority project in Superior's Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, a splash pad was designed and constructed at Wade Bowl Park in Census Tract 203. The project will increase recreational opportunities and amenities as well as improve assessibility to enhance the quality of life in the neighborhood. Lead Line Replacement. To ensure safe water access and protect vulnerable populations, contaminated lead lines on East 5th Street between 24th and 31st Avenues East were removed and replaced. Continued support of the City's public service sector. The City funded seven public services agencies in 2025 with 11.57% of the CDBG allocation and program incom