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Councilmembers: Mark Bittner, Doug Brandt, Katherine Dahlke, Shannon Derby, Bill LeClair, Darla LeClair, Tim Petri, Scott Stechmesser, Adam Wachowski
Summary: The proposed ordinance amendment would update setback regulations within the Main Street and Waterfront Corridor Overlay District to encourage more pedestrian-friendly redevelopment patterns consistent with traditional downtown and waterfront development. The amendment would eliminate minimum side-yard and rear-yard setback requirements for most properties within the overlay district and would establish reduced front-yard setbacks ranging from zero feet up to the minimum setback required of any directly adjoining residential zoning district. These changes are intended to support infill development, adaptive reuse of old buildings, improved walkability, and long-term waterfront investment opportunities. The Two Rivers Plan Commission reviewed the proposed amendment on May 11, 2026, and unanimously recommended approval to the City Council.
Recommended Action:
Motion to waive reading and amend the ordinance based on the recommendation of the Plan Commission
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Letters and other communications from residents
These titles will be read by the Council President and approved by a single Voice Vote. Any item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion and separate vote by any City Council member.
1. City Council Regular Meeting, May 18, 2026
1. Public Works Committee, May 6, 2026
2. Advisory Recreation Board, May 20, 2026
3. Explore Two Rivers Board of Directors, May 21, 2026
4. Business Improvement District Board, May 21, 2026
1. 2026-2027 License Renewals for a License Period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027:
"Class A" - Qty: 1
"Class B" - Qty: 5
Tobacco - Qty: 1
Summary: This resolution helps support residents and local businesses recovering from the recent storm by temporarily waiving City building permit fees through June 30, 2026 for eligible storm-related repairs, including retroactive coverage for permits issued after May 18.
Recommended Action:
Motion to waive reading and adopt the resolution
RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR CONSENT AGENDA
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented
Summary: This project includes the fabrication and installation of two gateway signs, seven auto directional and parking signs, five orientation kiosks, ten pedestrian directional signs, six trail informational posts, and final design work. This project is part of the Neshotah Park Master Plan adopted by City Council in May 2023 and has incorporated extensive community feedback in meetings with the Advisory Recreation Board.
These efforts are funded with a 2025 WI DNR Stewardship grant already received and remaining City capital funds from 2025. There are no General Fund expenses related to this project.
The budget for this project was set at $68,000 but a competitive bid process resulted in four bidders with the most competitive bid from Signs Plus of Manitowoc in the amount of $51,257.
A 10% project contingency in the amount of $5,125 is included in the not-to-exceed amount to cover project-related amenities such as picnic tables, grills, and trash cans which align with the original intent of the grant funding.
Recommended Action:
Motion to award contract to Signs Plus of Manitowoc, based on its lowest qualified bid, in the amount not-to-exceed $56,382
Summary: Staff will discuss pursuing approximately $400,000 through the USDA Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant (REDLG) Program to support renovations of the Neshotah Beach Concession Stand. This funding opportunity is being explored following the recent loss of previously hoped for grant funding that was identified to support the project.
– City Council Regular Meeting, Monday June 15, 2026, 6:00 PM
– City Council Work Session, Monday, June 29, 2026, 6:00 PM
– Upcoming Events
- Chatting with the Chiefs, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, Senior Center
- City-wide Shore and River Clean-up, Saturday, June 6, 2026, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM,
Veterans Park, Paddlers Park, Washington Park
- Community Bonfire, Saturday, June 6, 2026, 6:00 PM-10:00 PM, Neshotah Park
- Two Rivers Utilities Electronics Recycle Event, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 7:30 AM-5:00 PM,
1415 Lake Street
Motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of this meeting and adjourn
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