Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Green Bay public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in public safety with low priority
Grass and weeds abatement charge appeal at 811 Ernst Drive
The city cut long grass and weeds at 811 Ernst Drive and billed the owner $451.54; the owner is appealing. Staff say the work was done per ordinance and recommend denying the appeal.
Flock camera public support request
A resident came to ask about public support for Flock cameras, but the topic wasn't on the agenda.
Clarification of Assistant Fire Chief Lateral Transfer
News reports wrongly said Eric Jeltema was promoted to Assistant Chief of Operations; he'd actually already made assistant chief in January. The commission only votes on promotions, not lateral moves at the same level.
Public vehicle regulations amendment
The committee advanced an amendment to Section 10-460 of the municipal code governing public vehicles, which now goes to the Common Council.
Board's new role in massage establishment license appeals
Starting under a 2023 ordinance, the board will hear appeals when the city denies a massage establishment license. Law staff explained the review process, background checks, and the substantial-evidence standard the board will apply.
Sand and salt storage at the Westside Municipal Garage
The Street Department stopped using its outdoor salt and sand bunker because WisDOT requires materials to be covered and manually uncovering it in winter storms was unsafe. A new $115,245 tension fabric structure will fix that.
TUFCO donates $50,000 to fire department
Ashwaubenon paper converter Tufco gave the fire department $50,000, earmarked for a tire balancer, cloud-based drive cameras, and workout equipment at four stations.