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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Greenfield, WI public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Park & Recreation Board Vacancy
Zachary Marshall has resigned from the Park & Recreation Board, and the council will fill his District 4 seat.
Powerline Trail Naming
The council will discuss naming a section of the Powerline Trail.
Firefighter Charities Chili Cookoff Beer License
The Harley Owners Group–Milwaukee Chapter is seeking a one-day beer license for the November 14 chili cookoff, with a state-statute exception allowing unaccompanied minors on the premises.
Gold Coast Subs food truck home base
The local sub shop can base a food truck trailer at 4263 W. Layton Ave. to serve public and private events, often partnering with Greenfield's Parks and Recreation Department. A parking shortfall goes to Council, and gravel runoff near a catch basin needs fixing.
Snowplow accident claim settlements
The city settled two claims totaling about $11,180 after a snowplow damaged a Fred Usinger delivery truck in March.
Pickleball Court Bathroom Repairs
The bathrooms near the new pickleball courts are closed because of a sinking foundation — porta-potties are on site for now. Repairs could come as soon as this year's budget or next spring.
Bright streetlight at 90th St/Plainfield
A couple on a dead-end street at 91st Place says a new streetlight from the 90th St/Plainfield reconstruction project is too bright and shines into their front yard.
Parnau tree limb claim settlement
The city agreed to chip in $500 toward a couple's insurance deductible after a fallen tree limb damaged property — without admitting fault.
Greenfield Veterinary Clinic Parking Expansion
The vet clinic on S. 27th St. will combine three lots to expand parking from 23 to 37 stalls, easing parking headaches for its growing business. WisDOT must approve work along S. 27th St.
Digital Billboard Conversion on Layton Ave.
The double-sided billboard near I-43 at 10521 W. Layton Ave. is going digital and getting ten feet taller. Modern dimming controls and a 600-foot-plus buffer to the nearest homes eased concerns, though the mayor flagged light spillover toward roadways.
Fund closures and transfers ($245,003.32 total)
The city moved leftover bond money between projects and $163K from storm sewer to refuse/recycling, and adopted the county hazard mitigation plan to keep federal disaster grant eligibility.
DNR sanitary sewer compliance report
Routine annual state filing on the city's sewer system — Ald. Drzewiecki abstained on an otherwise routine vote.
Valentin Studios permanent makeup studio at 4160 S. 108th St.
A one-person permanent makeup studio wants to open in an existing commercial suite. It needs a new special use permit and a public hearing in June.
W. St. Francis Ave. right-of-way discontinuance
The City plans to give up about 120 feet of leftover street right-of-way that was meant to extend St. Francis Avenue east. The land would be split between the two neighboring homeowners, who will pay for the survey work.
Settlement of Kimberly DeChant vehicle-damage claim
A rake allegedly flew out of a city maintenance truck and hit a driver's car on I-43 near Moorland Road. The city settled for $2,989.51 without admitting fault.
Legal notice publication contract
The city awarded its legal-notice publishing bid to Gannett/South Now, but council members worry the paper's circulation is too poor to adequately reach residents.
Whitnall middle school addition construction
Construction on the Whitnall middle school addition starts this month, so residents should expect activity at the site.
Konkel Park 2026 concert season protections
The city bought weather insurance and signed three band contracts (Star Six Nine, Dirty Boogie, Hairbangers Ball) so summer concerts happen and taxpayers don't eat the cost when storms cancel shows.
Library fine-free policy showing results
The library's 2025 report showed over 1,600 new cards issued and strong growth, with the fine-free policy drawing users in without increasing lost materials. Franklin and Oak Creek are now following Greenfield's lead.
Crawford Animal Hospital ownership change
The vet clinic property at 4607 S. 108th St. is being sold, which triggers a special use review. Nothing changes about the clinic itself — it's a routine approval that keeps the animal hospital operating under new ownership.
Handicap parking zone repealed at 3636 S. 34th Street
The city removed the handicap parking zone that had been created in front of 3636 S. 34th Street, with signage to be updated.
2026-2027 Election Inspector Appointment
Riely Jenkins and Deryk Post joined the election inspector roster for the 2026-2027 election cycle, shoring up staffing at the polls.
Public Works software agreement
A $17,345 agreement with Novo Solutions for Public Works operations software was scheduled for approval.
Romero's extended hours and fourth food truck
Romero's on 76th Street wants to stay open until midnight and park a fourth food truck. Police report only three calls there all year, and commissioners signed off as long as all trucks stay at the back of the lot.
Discover Financial Services class action settlement claims
The city can claim a share of a settlement over credit card processing fees Discover allegedly overcharged. The council authorized staff to file all eligible claims.
Closed session on personnel matter and litigation strategy
The council spent over an hour behind closed doors discussing a specific personnel issue and legal advice on litigation. It took no action in public afterward, so residents don't know what was discussed.