On the agenda: Prescott meeting — ALPR (Nov 9)

CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
MEETING NOTICE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M.
800 BORNER STREET
PRESCOTT, WI 54021
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS – THE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS
ON ANY ISSUE(S) RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS. LIMITED DISCUSSION BY THE CITY COUNCIL
MAY TAKE PLACE.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
1.
City Council Minutes – October 26, 2026
2.
Tourism Committee Minutes – October 27, 2026
3.
Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes – October 29, 2026
4.
General Fund Balances – October 2026
5.
Cash Balances – October 2026
6.
Paid Invoices Report – October 2026
7.
Approval of Sale of Surplus Property from Sunset Park per City Code 151-5
6. PUBLIC HEARING
1.
Presentation on 2027 Proposed Operating Budget
2.
Hold Public Hearing on 2027 Proposed Operating Budget
3.
Resolution 53-26 Adopting the 2027 City of Prescott General Fund Budget and Levy for Municipal
Proposed, Debt Service, and Capital Projects Against All Taxable Real Property in the City of Prescott
for 2026, Collectible in 2027
4.
Resolution 54-26 Approving the City of Prescott 2027 Salary Schedule for Non-Represented Employees
7. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS
A. FINANCE COMMITTEE
B. PLANNING COMMISSION
1.
Next Meeting – Monday, December 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM
C. PARKS & PUBLIC WORKS
1.
Next Meeting – Monday, November 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM
D. HEALTH & SAFETY
1.
Next Meeting – Monday, January 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM
E. PERSONNEL
1.
Next Meeting – Wednesday, February 3, 2027, at 5:00 PM
8. COMMUNICATIONS & NEW BUSINESS
1.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – The City Council will receive public comments on any issue(s) not related to
agenda items. Limited discussion by the City Council may take place; however, no action will be taken
on any items. This includes receiving written requests or documentation and possible action at a future
meeting.

2.

Resolution 55-26 Approving the Closure of the Freedom Park Fund and Transfer of Funds to the Parks
Improvement Fund

3.

Jewell Street Extension
a. Resolution 56-26 Approving a Certified Survey Map for the Jewell Street Construction
b. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Prescott School District regarding the Dedication
of Public Right-of-Way for Jewell Street Extension

4.

Pine Meadows Multifamily Development
a. Resolution 57-26 Accepting Public Improvements for the Pine Meadows Multifamily Development
b. Resolution 58-26 Approving the Distribution of $240,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund for the
Pine Meadows Multifamily Development

9. OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Discuss Dates for Council Workshop to Discuss ALPR Cameras
2.
Upcoming Council Attendance Discussion – November 23 and December 14 Meetings
3.
Municipal Election Paperwork for Ward 5 and At-Large Alderpersons - Opens December 1, 2026 with a
File Deadline of January 5, 2027 at 4:30 PM
10. CLOSED SESSION
1.
None
11. ADJOURN

NOTICE
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PARKING LOT ENTRANCE. ALL THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS SHOULD CALL CITY HALL OFFICES
(715-262-5544) IF ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED

October 26, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
Pursuant to due call and notice, the Prescott City Council meeting was held on Monday, October 26,
2026, in the Prescott Municipal Building, 800 Borner St., Prescott, WI 54021.
1.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Gerke called the regular City Council meeting to order on October 26, 2026, at 6:00
p.m.

2.

ROLL CALL
Members present for the roll call were Bailey Ruona, Maureen Otwell, Ben Bettis, and
Lindsey Sorenson. Adam Granquist and Dar Hintz were excused. Also present were City
Administrator Matt Wolf, City Clerk Rashel Temmers, Public Works Director Ryan
Newland, EMS Supervisor Matthew Bouthilet, and Kyle and Stephanie Kragenberg.

3.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
There were no public comments.

4.

PROCLAMATION
1.

5.

Crash Responders Safety Week November 2nd – 6th, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Plan Commission Minutes – October 5, 2026
Tourism Committee Minutes – October 6, 2026
City Council Minutes – October 12, 2026
Parks and Public Works Committee Minutes – October 19, 2026
Approval of Grinder Pump Agreement with Doug Erickson at 1820 Walnut Circle

Ruona/Otwell motioned to approve the consent agenda items 1 through 5. There was no
discussion on the motion. The motion passed without a negative voice vote.
6.

7.

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS
A.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

B.

PLANNING COMMISSION – Next meeting – Monday, December 7, 2026,
at 6:00 PM

C.

PARKS & PUBLIC WORKS – Next meeting – Monday, November 16,
2026, at 5:00 PM
Alderperson Lindsey Sorenson provided an overview of the October 19,
2026, Parks and Public Works meeting.

D.

HEALTH & SAFETY – Next meeting – November 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM

E.

PERSONNEL - Next Meeting – November 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM

COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW BUSINESS
1.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – The City Council will receive public comments on any
issue(s) not related to agenda items. Limited discussion by the City Council may take
place; however, no action will be taken on any items. This includes receiving written
requests or documentation and possible action at a future meeting.
There were no public comments.

2

Approval of the Service Agreement Between the City of Prescott and HydroCorp for
Non-Residential Cross Connection Inspection Program
City Administrator Matt Wolf presented the proposed 2027 HydroCorp Cross
Connection Inspection Agreement. Since 2019, the City of Prescott, has contracted
with HydroCorp to assist with compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code NR
810.15, which requires municipal water suppliers to implement a comprehensive
cross-connection control program to protect the public water supply from potential
contamination. The program includes identifying and eliminating connections
between potable water systems and non-potable sources through inspections, public
education, and installation of backflow prevention devices. The previous one-year
agreement was approved at the March 23, 2026, Council meeting at a cost of
$12,512.02, with a maximum of 79 inspections. The proposed 2027 agreement is for
one year for $9,233.40, with a maximum of 55 inspections. Services include initial
inspections, compliance, and re-inspections. The one-year renewal will also allow
the city to evaluate whether the program should be managed internally in the future.
Otwell/Ruona motioned to approve the Service Agreement Between the City of
Prescott and HydroCorp for the Non-Residential Cross Control Inspection
Program. Alderperson Ruona asked about the software used by HydroCorp
and whether the city receives reports following inspections. Wolf confirmed that
the city receives reports after inspections have been completed. There was no
further discussion on the motion. Motion passed without a negative voice vote.
3.

Fairy Wonderland Park Improvements

a. Resolution 49-26 Approving the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Land
and Water Conservation Fund Grant Contract for Fairy Wonderland Park
Improvements
b. Resolution 50-26 Approving an Engineering Services Agreement with Cedar
Corporation for the Fairy Wonderland Park Improvements in the Amount of
$110,300
City Administrator Matt Wolf provided a background and update on the proposed
Fairy Wonderland Park Improvements. In 2023, the City Council approved a concept
plan for improvements to Fairy Wonderland Park in partnership with Healing Play,
Inc. Proposed improvements include additional playground equipment, a stormwater
pond, parking lot, youth soccer/football field, restroom facilities, lighting, and other
park amenities. Healing Play, Inc. has raised more than $500,000 towards installation
of the first two phases of playground equipment, with the remaining improvements
planned for the final phase. In partnership with Healing Play, Inc., the city submitted
a grant application to the WI Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to assist with
funding the final phase. On September 18, 2025, the city was notified that it had been
awarded $387,594 through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF),
administered by the WI DNR. The proposed grant contract provides approximately
40.41% of the estimated project cost, with the remaining 59.59% funded through the
city’s previously allocated Capital Improvement Fund. To meet the required project
compliance deadlines, Cedar Corporation submitted a proposed Engineering Services
Agreement. Services include topographic surveying, preliminary and final
engineering design, permitting, preparation of construction plans and specifications,
bidding assistance, construction staking, construction observation, and project
administration. The Parks and Public Works Committee reviewed the proposed grant
and engineering agreement and recommended both items to Council for approval by a
vote of 2-to-0.
a. Ruona/Otwell motioned to approve Resolution 49-26 Approving the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Land and Water Conservation
Fund Grant Contract for Fairy Wonderland Park Improvements. There
was no further discussion on the motion. Motion passed without a negative
voice vote.

b. Ruona/Otwell motioned to approve Resolution 50-26 Approving an
Engineering Services Agreement with Cedar Corporation for the Fairy
Wonderland Park Improvements in the Amount of $110,300. Alderperson
Otwell asked if this was the last of the Fairy Wonderland’s Phase 3 plan.
Wolf stated that this is the last phase. There was no further discussion on
the motion. Mayor Gerke called for a roll-call vote; Ruona – yes, Otwell –
yes, Bettis – yes, and Sorenson - yes. Motion passed without a negative voice
vote.
4.

Consideration of 50-Foot-Wide Driveway Request for 1820 Walnut Circle per City
Code 284-4
Public Works Director Ryan Newland reported that he received a request from a
resident constructing a new home at 1280 Walnut Circle to install a 50-foot-wide
driveway. The proposed width exceeds the 40-foot maximum allowed under current
City Code without special permission from the city. After reviewing the proposed
design with the homeowner, the primary consideration is ensuring that the additional
driveway width does not negatively affect stormwater drainage or cause runoff to
flow onto the public street. The homeowner has indicated that the additional width
will be designed to direct drainage onto the property rather than into the street.
Alderperson Ruona asked whether the city had confirmed that the water drainage
would not affect neighboring properties that may be developed in the future.
Newland stated that the homeowner had not yet provided grading plans but is willing
to work with the city. Alderperson Otwell asked why the homeowner was requesting
such a large driveway. Newland explained that the home has a 3-stall garage and the
homeowner would like the driveway width to match the garage. Bettis/Ruona
motioned to approve the Consideration of the 50-foot-wide driveway request for
1820 Walnut Circle per City Code 284-4. There was no further discussion on the
motion. Motion passed without a negative voice vote.

5.

Resolution 51-26 Approving the Purchase and Installation of Snowplow Equipment
for the Public Works Department
Public Works Director Ryan Newland presented concerns regarding the city’s current
Pubic Works plow truck. The department currently uses a 2017 Chevrolet flatbed
truck to plow alleys and parking lots throughout the city. Over the years, the vehicle
has experienced considerable wear and tear from regular use, particularly during the
winter. To address these concerns, the Public Works Department is proposing to
transition snowplowing duties from the 2017 flatbed truck to the city’s 2024
Chevrolet three-quarter-ton pickup, which is better suited to the department’s needs.
The department is requesting approval to purchase a new 9’6” V-Wing snowplow for
the 2024 truck. The installation would include the necessary mounting equipment,
lighting system, controls, and other necessary accessories. Ruona/Otwell motioned
to approve Resolution 51-26, Approving the Purchase and Installation of
Snowplow Equipment for the Public Works Department. Alderperson Otwell
asked whether the existing plow truck would continue to be used. Newland
stated that the 2017 vehicle would be kept in the fleet. There was no further
discussion. Motion passed without a negative voice vote.

8.

OTHER BUSINESS
There was no other business.

9.

CLOSED SESSION
1.

Closed Session per Wisconsin State Statute 19.85 (1)(e) “Deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other
specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a
closed session.”

a. Lease Agreement at Point St. Croix Marina
2.

Reconvene into Open Session

3.

Possible Action on Closed Session Items(s)
Ruona/Otwell motioned to go into closed session at 6:17 p.m. There was no
discussion on the motion. Mayor Gerke called for a roll-call vote; Ruona – yes,
Otwell – yes, Bettis – yes, and Sorenson – yes. Motion passed without a negative
voice vote.
Sorenson/Bettis motioned to come out of closed session at 6:38 p.m. There was
no discussion on the motion. Mayor Gerke called for a roll-call vote; Ruona –
yes, Otwell – yes, Bettis – yes, and Sorenson – yes. Motion passed without a
negative voice vote.
There was no action taken on the closed session item as more information was
needed.

10.

ADJOURNMENT
Sorenson/Ruona motioned to adjourn the Council meeting at 6:40 p.m. There was no
discussion on the motion. The motion passed without a negative voice vote.

Respectfully Submitted,

Rashel Temmers
Rashel Temmers
Clerk

October 27, 2026, TOURISM BOARD MEETING
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, The Prescott Tourism Committee Meeting was held on Tuesday,
October 6, 2026, at First National Bank of River Falls, 151 Canton St, Prescott, WI 54021
Call to order/Roll Call: Megan Langer (President) called the meeting to order at 10:33 AM. Members
present: Megan Langer, Elizabeth Vetter, Beth Lansing, and Chad Steger. Absent: Tracy Franek.
Others in attendance: Jenna Langer, Julie Moe, Linda Schenk, Jason Akey
Approve Minutes
Beth Lansing motioned to approve the October 6 meeting minutes, Chad Steger seconded.
Old Business
The meeting with the high school students went well. They seemed excited to going out, getting
content. We proposed to the students that since it is voluntary, we would sign off for them. We would
also be willing to pay a small amount if we like the content enough.
The day that Megan, Beth, and Elizabeth went to the school, they classes were getting ready to change
to another group of kids, and the students that we talked to would forward the information of what we
are looking for, and we will contact the school/teacher with upcoming events, and instructions to how
we would like to receive the content. Example would be like a shared Google drive. Minor revision
needed to the model release provided by Elizabeth.
We have come up to the time of renewal for our marketer, and discussed how we are feeling about the
delivery of our website and social media. We have decided that it’s too early to decide if it is or isn’t
working for us yet. She is looking for a budget increase for next year.
New Business
This was bumped to the top of the agenda, meeting with Executive Director, Linda Schenk, and
Treasurer, Jason Akey, about the grant application submitted for the Music in the Park event held at
Freedom Park. We discussed what we can and cannot reimburse, and the grant in designed to help
market the event to attract visitors to Prescott. We get audited by the state, and we are allowed to
approve 50% in reimbursements for the marketing of an event.
Discussions regarding social media platforms, the city is ok if we use their Instagram, but would prefer
that we made our own.
Other
Need to go over the budget for approval in the next meeting.
Meeting Adjourned at 11:30 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Elizabeth Vetter
Prescott Chamber Board Member

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes
October 29th, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals was held
on October 29th, 2026, at the Municipal Building, 800 Borner Street, Prescott, Wisconsin
54021. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM
Board Members Present: Brian Crist, Dave Olson, Jerry Klasen, Mark Jennings
Board Members Absent: Mark Poff
Staff Present: City Planner Luke Wiese
Others Present: Chris Gierhart of Weld Riley (joined remotely), Tom Arnold of 820 Lake St.
Tina McNamara of 820 Lake St, Cynthia Runyan of 806 Lake St., Don Hilman of 811 Lake St.,
Jessica Maring of 625. And members of the public.
1. Front Yard Setback Variance Request for a Home at 820 Lake Street
Jennings motioned to open the public hearing. Klasen seconded; motion passed
without a negative voice (4-0).
City Planner Luke Wiese presented the variance request from Tom Arnold of 820 Lake St. The
request is to reduce the front-yard setback from the required 25 feet to approximately 6.2
feet from the front property line. The property is located within the Lower St. Croix Scenic
Riverway overlay district and is subject to additional requirements. Wiese explained that the
existing home and proposed garage addition comply with the applicable ordinary high-water
mark setback, slope preservation zone requirements, bluffline setback, and other Riverway
requirements, so a separate Riverway variance is not needed. Wiese also explained that the
property does not currently have a garage and that the Riverway restrictions limit where a
garage can be placed. Based on these conditions and the existing development pattern of
the neighborhood, staff recommended approval of the variance request.
Wiese read a written comment submitted by Michael Shifsky of 824 Lake St. prior to the
meeting. Shifsky stated that Lake Street already experiences heavy traffic from Wisconsin
and Minnesota residents visiting Prescott Beach. He expressed concern that the proposed
two-vehicle garage would take up the lot’s only staging area and that a future owner with
additional vehicles would need on-street parking, adding to congestion. He recommended
that the City conduct a traffic study during the peak summer 2027 season and delay action
until the City has more information.

Brian Crist asked why the hearing had been delayed from its original date in January.
Wiese explained that the DNR requested additional slope information, and a survey was
obtained to confirm compliance with the slope preservation zone and bluffline setback
requirements.
Dave Olson asked when the home was built. Tom Arnold said it was built in 1950. Brian Crist
stated that Lake Street is an old street that predates NR 118, which is why homes in the area
exist despite the current Riverway requirements.
Klasen asked how the garage would be used. Arnold explained that the area is currently a
pad where two vehicles are parked and that the garage would provide covered parking for
those vehicles.
Arnold stated that he would be happy to see a traffic study conducted on Lake Street, but
not if it delayed his application. He acknowledged that the street is narrower near 820 Lake
St. and that people still park there. Arnold also stated that the exterior would not be bare
cinder block but would have a decorative rock or brick finish.
Cynthia Runyan of 806 Lake St. acknowledged that Lake Street has traffic but said it has been
that way for many years. She stated that it has not caused injuries to neighborhood residents
or beach visitors and that she does not see it as a significant issue.
Don Hillman of 811 Lake St. said that he lives across the street and is looking forward to
seeing the proposed garage.
Jessica Maring of 625 Lake St. said that she supports the renovation plans and that the
applicant has been very considerate of how the project will affect the neighborhood.
Dave Olson asked about the attorney’s letter submitted with the variance request. The letter
stated that the improvements would increase the home’s value and property tax revenue.
Olson asked whether that was an issue, since increased tax revenue is not something the
Board should consider when reviewing a variance.
Wiese stated that increased property tax revenue cannot be considered in the Board’s
decision, but its mention in the letter does not invalidate the application.
Jennings motioned to close the public hearing. Olson seconded; the motion passed 4-0.
The Board identified the lack of a garage on the property as a hardship. The Board also found
that the property has unique conditions because a garage cannot be placed elsewhere on
the lot while complying with the Riverway requirements.

The Board also acknowledged the concerns from the resident of 824 Lake St. but did not
believe adding the garage would create additional traffic or parking problems on Lake Street.
Klasen motioned to approve the variance for 820 Lake St. Jennings seconded; motion
passed without a negative voice (4-0).
Jennings motioned to adjourn. Klasen seconded; motion passed without a negative
voice (4-0). The meeting was adjourned at 6:31 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,

Luke Wiese
Planner

To:

Mayor and City Council

From:

Ryan Newland, Public Works Director

Date:

November 5, 2026

Subject:

Surplus Sunset Park Playground Equipment Authorization for Closed Bid Sale

Background
As part of the Sunset Park playground
improvements, the existing playground
equipment was removed and is no
longer needed by the city. The
equipment was originally added in
2011 as part of an eagle scout project.
The equipment has been removed and
is currently surplus City property. Both
the Boy scouts and School District
have been contacted and have no
interest in the equipment.
Discussion
Staff propose making the removed
Sunset Park playground equipment
available for purchase through closedbid sale per City Code Chapter 151.
This would provide interested parties
with an opportunity to purchase the
equipment while allowing the city to
recover value from the surplus
property.
Recommendation
Approve the sale of surplus Sunset Park playground equipment through a closed-bid process
and authorize staff to proceed with the sale, subject to the city’s right to reject any or all bids.

To:

Mayor and City Council

From:

Matt Wolf, City Administrator
Beth Lansing, City Treasurer

Date:

November 3, 2026

Subject:

2026 Operating Budget, Debt Service, and Capital Projects

Summary
The City of Prescott held its 2027 budget workshops through the Finance Committee on
September 23, 2026, and October 7, 2026. Following those meetings, the proposed budget is
being presented to the City Council for review and approval in conjunction with a public
hearing via resolution.
The proposed 2026 property tax levy is $2,775,586, representing a 2.1% increase from 2025,
or an additional $56,377. This increase would adjust the City’s mill rate from 0.004839991 to
0.004995021 in 2026.
The proposed 2027 property tax levy is $2,866,248, representing a 3.27% increase from 2026,
or an additional $90,662. This increase will adjust the City's mill rate from .004995021 to
.005115074 in 2027. The current average home value in Prescott is $411,267 based on the
current estimate found on Zillow. With the new proposed mill rate, the average home value
would see an increase of approximately $49.35 for a total of $2,054.28 in their City portion of
property taxes. Attached to this memo is the “Where Are My City Tax Dollars Going?”
information sheet.
The overall levy increase is driven by several key factors:
1. Debt Service – Fire Engine, Orrin Road and USH 10 Pedestrian Improvements
The largest increase this year ($78,417) is a result of debt issued for purchase of a new
Fire Engine, mill and overlay of Orrin Road and for engineering design services
regarding pedestrian improvements along US Highway 10. The mill and overlay of Orrin
Road will consist of pavement replacement from Pearl Street to Dexter Street minus a
block segment from Campbell to Filkins. The pedestrian improvements consist of trails
or sidewalks along Orrin Road, Campbell Street, St. Croix Street, Borner Street, Pine
Street, Henry Street and Filkins Street with an estimated construction timeline of 2030.
It also includes the planned closure of Orrin Road east of Campbell Street, which will
require additional City action and a future public hearing before final approval.
2. Wage Cost-of-Living Adjustments

For the 12 months ending August 31, 2026, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue
reported a Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 3.3%. Accordingly, the 2026 budget includes
a 3% COLA for all City employees. In accordance with the current labor agreement,
Prescott Police Union personnel will receive a 4% COLA increase.
3. Utility Increases
Finally, the City has a large increase to utility costs both private and public. On the
public side, these increases are due to the water rate increased needed to keep the
City's Water Fund in the black due to large capital projects and treatment of the City's
water supply due to PFAS. On the private side the City is seeing electrical costs
increases outpacing inflation resulting in the need for electrical increases across all the
City's departments.
Financial Sustainability
The City of Prescott currently holds a Aa3 credit rating from Moody’s Investors Service, as
established during its most recent General Obligation borrowing in 2026 for the Orrin Road and
USH 10 pedestrian improvements. Absent a substantial increase in equalized property
valuation—necessary to expand borrowing capacity and building a larger fund balance, the
City’s bond rating is not expected to change in the near term.
The City’s current debt limit (borrowing capacity) is $35,580,005. Of this, the City has
$12,453,001 in outstanding General Obligation debt, representing 35% of its total allowable
debt. This leaves an available borrowing capacity of $23,127,003, or 65% of the statutory limit.
Capital Borrowing
The City completed its most recent borrowing in June of 2026 for the following items that
resulted in a net increase of $78,417 to the general fund annual debt levy:
Item
TAP Grant Engineering and Design
Orrin Road 2027 Mill and Overlay
Campbell Street Design (Street and Storm)
Fire Engine Purchase

Timeline
2027-2029
2027
2027-2029
2027

Total City Cost
$ 580,000
$ 457,627
$ 108,000
$836, 692
$ 1,982,319

General Fund Reserves
For 2026, the City is not proposing using any general fund reserves.
Valuation
In 2026 the City saw a .99% net increase due to new construction for a total of $6,740,700 of
growth.

Equalized Valuation
Net New Construction
Percent Increase

2021
2022
2023*
2024
2025
2026
$410,648,500 $428,610,500 $520,150,100 $634,609,600 $668,070,300 $677,621,400
$2,567,300
$13,866,500 $28,574,900 $15,050,600
$8,280,100
$6,740,700
.63%
3.24%
5.49%
2.37%
1.24%
.99%

*2023 was a full assessment year that increased equalized valuations, which was further adjusted in 2024 due to
DOR one-time adjustments.

Shared State Revenues
The City’s State Shared Revenue consists of County and municipal aid, supplemental county
and municipal aid, and utility aid. For 2027 the State Shared Revenue is increasing by 1.9%
from 2026 for a total of $8,440.
Conversely, State Highway Aid for 2027 is projected to increase by .6%, with the City receiving
an additional $1,795.
State Shared Revenue
% Change
State Aid - Highways
% Change

2021
$356,281
-3.0%
$312,578
11.6%

2022
$347,795
-2.4%
$291,324
-6.8%

2023
$309,527
-11.0%
$287,610
-1.3%

2024
$440,502
42.3%
$297,974
3.6%

2025
$448,334
1.8%
$284,663
-4.5%

2026
$433,192
-3.3%
$304,596
7.0%

2027
$441,632
1.9%
$306,392
.6%

Enterprise Funds - Utilities
1. Sewer Utility Fund
The Sewer Utility Fund remains in a strong financial position, with a projected year-end
2026 fund balance of $5,539,999, of which $1,035,412 is designated for capital
replacement. This balance provides financial flexibility for future wastewater treatment
plant expansion or other major system improvements.
No sewer rate increases are recommended for 2027. The Sewer Utility Fund has a
projected rate of return of 4.9%, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points from 2026. The
2027 budget also projects a $53,941 increase in fund balance after accounting for
depreciation.
While no major capital projects are planned for 2027, continued community growth,
particularly within the Business Park, is driving the need to evaluate the wastewater
treatment plant's long-term capacity and potential expansion. Cedar Corporation
completed a facility planning study in 2026, which the Common Council reviewed during
a workshop on March 4. The existing wastewater treatment plant has a treatment
capacity of 500,000 gallons per day and currently processes an average of 343,917
gallons per day, representing approximately 69% of its total capacity.
Following its review and discussion, the Council expressed a preference for pursuing
the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant as a long-term solution, with a
planning horizon of approximately 10 years. In the near term, the Council directed staff

to begin evaluating and identifying a suitable site for the future facility. Securing a
location in advance would allow the City, to position itself for construction when
additional treatment capacity becomes necessary.
2.

Water Utility Fund

The Water Utility Fund is projected to close 2026 with an unrestricted cash balance of
$1,841,737. This strong financial position is primarily attributable to the final phase of
the water rate increase, which took effect during the second quarter of 2026, as well as
settlement proceeds received through the multidistrict litigation against PFAS
manufacturers.
The City is currently awaiting a determination from the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) regarding the amount of principal forgiveness available through the
Safe Drinking Water Loan Program for PFAS treatment at Well #4. Once the funding
determination is received, the City intends to seek approval to utilize its Water Utility
Fund balance to cover its share of the project costs. This approach would reduce the
amount of additional borrowing necessary and avoid another water increase to
complete the treatment improvements.
The Water Utility Fund is projected to generate a positive net operating income of
$169,156 in 2027, after accounting for depreciation, resulting in a projected rate of
return of 15%. However, 2027 will be the first full budget year of operations for the
PFAS treatment system at Well #3. As a result, the City will monitor actual operating
and maintenance expenses to determine whether they align with budget projections.
No water rate increases are anticipated for 2027. Future rate adjustments will largely
depend on the costs associated with additional PFAS treatment improvements at the
City's remaining wells, the availability of grant funding and principal forgiveness, and
cumulative costs of capital projects of the Water Utility Fund.
3. Storm Sewer Utility Fund
The Storm Sewer Utility Fund is projected to end 2026 with a fund balance of $115,203,
an increase of $13,920 from 2025. However, when depreciation is factored in, the Storm
Sewer Utility Fund is projected to operate at a loss of $48,199.
For 2027, City staff will be working to develop a long-term financial plan for the Storm
Sewer Utility Fund for Council review and consideration. The proposed 2027 budget
projects an operating loss of $42,759, representing a negative 21.1% rate of return.
However, when depreciation is excluded, the fund is projected to have a positive 17.8%
rate of return.
No rate increases are proposed for 2027 as staff develops a long-term financial plan to
ensure the utility's financial sustainability.

Compensation and Staffing
The City of Prescott for 2027 is not adding any additional staffing. However, in June of 2026
the City Council did formally adopt changes to the Public Works Department, that split the
Public Works Foreman position into two positions. Creating the Streets and Parks Foreman
and the Utilities Foreman position, which are both overseen by the Public Works Director.
In 2022 the City did complete a Compensation Study that looked at 8 similarly sized
communities within a 40-mile radius. The study found that on average the City of Prescott
employees were paid 10% less than our peer communities within the study. As a result, the
City adopted a pay scale for non-union employees that factors in years of experience. This will
allow the community to not only be competitive within the area for new employees but also
reward employees that work their way up the scale. For 2027 the City is finalizing employees
along that pay scale and additionally adding a 3% COLA for non-union employees. Prescott
Police Union would see a 4% COLA increase to their wages per their contract that runs
through 2027.
Finally in June of 2026 the City adopted a revised Compensation Plan, Performance
Evaluations, and Wage Scale section within the City of Prescott Employee Handbook. This
revised section specifically calls out that the City adopt a wage scale annually as part of the
budget process. This scale shall establish compensation ranges and steps for all nonrepresented positions within the City. Employee compensation shall be administered in
accordance with the adopted wage scale. No employee shall be paid below the minimum or
above the maximum step established for their position without specific approval of the City
Council. The proposed wage for 2027 is as follows:
Scale
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

City of Prescott 2027 Salary Schedule
Title
City Administrator*#
Police Chief*
Public Works Director*
City Treasurer/HR Manager*
Police Lieutenant*
City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer*
Streets and Parks Foreman
Utilities Foreman
Library Director*
Planner*
Wastewater Plant Operator
Public Works Worker
Administrative Assistant/Court Clerk
Library Programmer
Librarian
*Exempt Position #Contract Position

Capital Improvement Plan and Expenses

Step 1
$48.92
$46.48
$42.05
$38.46

Step 2
$52.90
$50.27
$45.47
$41.58

Step 3
$56.88
$54.05
$48.91
$44.72

Step 4
$60.86
$57.84
$52.33
$47.84

Step 5
$64.28
$61.07
$55.25
$50.52

$34.28 $37.08 $39.87
$32.98 $35.67 $38.34

$42.66
$41.03

$45.05
$43.34

$30.94
$29.54
$28.09
$27.04
$23.52
$22.40
$18.09

$38.49
$36.75
$34.96
$33.64
$29.26
$27.87
$22.51

$40.65
$38.80
$36.91
$35.52
$30.90
$29.44
$23.78

$33.45
$31.94
$30.38
$29.24
$25.43
$24.22
$19.56

$35.98
$34.34
$32.67
$31.43
$27.35
$26.05
$21.04

The 2027 Capital Projects budget is $1,652,160. This included $389,174 in tax levy, $387,594
in a grant from the Wisconsin DNR for Fairy Wonderland Improvements, $20,000 in interest
income, and $855,392 in Capital Fund Reserves.
1. Public Works – Vehicle Replacement Program - $58,300
2. Fairy Wonderland Parks Improvement - $571,616
3. Orrin Road Mill and Overlay Project – $457,627
4. 2027 Reclamation and Overlay Project - $564,617
The City’s full Capital Improvement Plan with these items can be found on our website here:
https://www.prescottwi.org/DocumentCenter/View/960/CIP-2025-2031
Recommendation
1. Hold Public Hearing on 2027 Budget and consider approval of the following resolution:
2. Resolution 53-26 Adopting the 2027 City of Prescott General Fund Budget and Levy for
Municipal Proposed, Debt Service, and Capital Projects Against All Taxable Real
Property in the City of Prescott for 2026, Collectible in 2027
3. Resolution 54-26 Approving the City of Prescott 2027 Salary Schedule for NonRepresented Employees
Attachments
1. Resolution 53-26
2. Resolution 54-26
3. Public Notice of Budget Hearing
4. Where Are My City Tax Dollars Going?

RESOLUTION 53-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2027 CITY OF PRESCOTT GENERAL
FUND BUDGET AND LEVY FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES, DEBT SERVICE
AND CAPITAL PROJECTS AGAINST ALL TAXABLE REAL PROPERTY IN
THE CITY OF PRESCOTT FOR 2026, COLLECTIBLE IN 2027
WHEREAS, the Wisconsin State Statutes provide for the establishment of a
Municipal Tax against taxable property within the City; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Prescott, after due study and
deliberation, has established a 2027 General Fund Budget of $3,485,118;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the
City of Prescott hereby adopts a Municipal Property Tax base levy for 2026 collectable in
2027 in the amount of $1,769,645.75 for General Fund purposes, $454,900.86 for Debt
Services, $252,527.70 for Library Special Revenue Fund purposes, and $389,174 for
Capital Project Fund purposes.
Adopted this 9th day of November 2026.

__________________________________
Michael Gerke, Mayor
Attest: ________________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

RESOLUTION 54-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF PRESCOTT 2027 SALARY
SCHEDULE FOR NON-REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES
WHEREAS, the City of Prescott has established a Compensation Plan, Performance
Evaluation, and Wage Scale Policy within its Employee Handbook to provide a
consistent, equitable, and transparent framework for employee compensation; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the importance of maintaining competitive wages to
recruit and retain qualified employees, recognize professional development and
performance, and ensure internal equity among positions with comparable
responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has reviewed the proposed 2027 Salary Schedule and
determined that the schedule is appropriate based upon labor market conditions,
recruitment and retention needs, inflationary factors, organizational objectives, and the
City's financial resources; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of
Prescott, Pierce County, Wisconsin, that the following 2027 Salary Schedule is hereby
approved and adopted, effective January 1, 2027:
CITY OF PRESCOTT 2027 SALARY SCHEDULE
Scale
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Title
City Administrator*#
Police Chief*
Public Works Director*
City Treasurer/HR Manager*
Police Lieutenant*
City Clerk/Deputy Treasurer*
Streets and Parks Foreman
Utilities Foreman
Library Director*
Planner*
Wastewater Plant Operator
Public Works Worker
Administrative Assistant
Court Clerk
Library Programmer
Librarian

Step 1
$48.92
$46.48
$42.05
$38.46

Step 2
$52.90
$50.27
$45.47
$41.58

Step 3
$56.88
$54.05
$48.91
$44.72

Step 4
$60.86
$57.84
$52.33
$47.84

Step 5
$64.28
$61.07
$55.25
$50.52

$34.28
$32.98

$37.08
$35.67

$39.87
$38.34

$42.66
$41.03

$45.05
$43.34

$30.94
$29.54
$28.09
$27.04

$33.45
$31.94
$30.38
$29.24

$35.98
$34.34
$32.67
$31.43

$38.49
$36.75
$34.96
$33.64

$40.65
$38.80
$36.91
$35.52

$23.52

$25.43

$27.35

$29.26

$30.90

$22.40
$18.09

$24.22
$19.56

$26.05
$21.04

$27.87
$22.51

$29.44
$23.78

All wage amounts represent hourly rates of compensation. (* Exempt Position, # Contract Position)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the administration of the 2027 Salary Schedule
shall be governed by the Compensation Plan, Performance Evaluations, and Wage Scale
provisions of the City of Prescott Employee Handbook.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Administrator and City Treasurer/HR
Manager are hereby authorized and directed to implement the 2027 Salary Schedule,
make appropriate payroll adjustments consistent with approved employee compensation,
and maintain the adopted schedule as part of the City's official personnel and
compensation records.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution shall become effective upon
adoption, with the 2027 Salary Schedule taking effect on January 1, 2027, and shall
remain in effect until amended or superseded by subsequent action of the Common
Council.
ADOPTED by the Common Council of the City of Prescott, Wisconsin this 9th day of
November 2026.

__________________________________
Michael Gerke, Mayor
Attest: ________________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 800 Borner Street North, a
Public Hearing on the Proposed 2027 Budget of Prescott will be held. The proposed budget, in detail, is available for inspection at
City Hall Offices from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, except holidays. The
following is a summary of the proposed 2027 budget.
2027 Preliminary
GENERAL FUND
REVENUES

2027

% Change

2025

2026

Proposed

from 2025

Increase/

Budget

Budget

Budget

Budget

(Decrease)

Property Taxes

$

1,671,906

$

1,711,512

$

1,769,646

3.40% $

Taxes (other than Property)

$

130,615

$

130,615

$

130,615

0.00% $

-

Special Assessments

$

20,182

$

16,905

$

18,202

7.67% $

1,297

Intergovernmental Revenue

$

812,461

$

817,252

$

827,487

1.25% $

10,235

Reserves Used

$

240,708

$

70,348

$

-

0.00% $

(70,348)

Licenses and Permits

$

118,100

$

127,500

$

120,750

-5.29% $

(6,750)

Fines and Forfeitures (Court)

$

110,000

$

110,000

$

110,000

0.00% $

-

Public Charge for Service
Miscellaneous Revenues

$
$

88,925
345,317

$
$

105,425
353,441

$
$

112,188
396,230

6.41% $
12.11% $

6,763
42,789

TOTAL REVENUES

$

3,538,214

$

3,442,997

$

3,485,118

1.22% $

42,121

GENERAL FUND
2025
Budget

EXPENDITURES

2026
Budget

2027

% Change

Proposed
Budget

from 2025
Budget

58,134

Increase/
(Decrease)

General Government

$

606,031.93

$

698,605

$

693,571

-0.72% $

Municipal Court

$

65,191.00

$

67,230

$

69,994

4.11% $

2,765

Public Safety

$

1,679,966.31

$

1,725,592

$

1,723,599

-0.12% $

(1,993)

Public Works

$

399,984.29

$

399,922

$

413,906

3.50% $

13,984

Health and Human Services

$

8,000.00

$

8,000.00

$

2,000.00

-75.00% $

(6,000)

$376,320 $

253,490

$

274,350

8.23% $

20,860

71,351.00

$

3,325.00

$

3,325.00

0.00% $

-

$

-

$

-

0.00% $

-

Culture, Recreation & Education

(5,034)

Conservation & Development

$

Contingency Fund

$

Other Financing Uses
Fire & EMS Services

$
$

72,307.00
259,062.46

$
$

286,834.07

$
$

304,372.16

0.00% $
6.11% $

17,538

TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$

3,538,214

$

3,442,997

$

3,485,118

1.22% $

42,121

-

BUDGETED
REVENUES

ALL FUNDS
GENERAL
CAPITAL PROJECTS
IMPACT FEES
FREEDOM PARK
PARKS IMPROVEMENT FUND

BUDGETED
EXPENSES

EST. FUND

EST. FUND

BALANCE
12/31/26

BALANCE
12/31/27

2027
2026
Tax

$3,392,920

$3,392,920

$2,450,599

$407,406

$407,406

$1,264,566

$2,547,224

$515,927 $

Proposed
Tax

$ 1,711,511.66

$0

$0

$405,834

$405,834

$

$27,657

$27,657

$0

$0

$

$0

$0

$274,070

$274,070

$

407,405.76
-

%
Change

$

1,769,645.75

3.40%

$58,134

$

389,174.00

-4.48%

-$18,232

-100.00%

-$27,657

0.00%

$0

454,900.86

20.83%

$78,417

$2,866,248

3.266%

$90,662

$

-

$

-

-

$

-

-

$

27,656.97

CABLE TV

$50,895

$50,895

$62,434

$62,434

$

LIBRARY

$252,528

$252,528

$15,829

$15,829

$

WATER

$1,334,633

$1,165,477

$1,841,757

$2,225,935

$

-

$

-

SEWER

252,527.70

$

252,527.70

$1,159,844

$1,105,904

$5,539,999

$5,792,606

$

-

$

-

STORM WATER

$202,403

$245,162

$115,203

$116,143

$

-

$

-

TIF DISTRICT 4

$600,873

$387,483

$664,537

$664,537

$

-

$

-

TIF DISTRICT 5

$840,265

$640,045

$535,335

$717,422

$

-

$

-

TIF DISTRICT 6
DEBT SERVICE

$67,135
469,284.86 $

$150
469,284.86

$16,748
$299,992

$83,833
$299,922

$

$8,805,844

$8,144,910

$13,486,903

$13,721,715

TOTAL

$

376,483.76
$2,775,586

Increase/
Decrease

$

Where Are My City Tax Dollars Going?
For the City of Prescott about 27% of your total property tax payment is used for City-provided services. Below you will
see costs based on a $325,000 home. A home that is assessed at $325,000 would pay approximately $1,662.40 for its
2027 City-provided services. These figures are based on department budgets and net property tax levy.

City Services Received
Police
General Government/Administration

Cost Per Year
$625.38
$251.65

Debt Service

$165.05

Public Works*

$150.18

Capital Projects

$141.21

Fire & EMS
Parks and Recreation
Prescott Public Library
Health and Human Services
Community Development/Zoning
Total

$110.44
$99.54
$91.63
$0.73
$1.21
$1,662.40

(Includes Mayor, City Council, City Attorney Fees, Assessor Fees, Elections,
Finance, Building Permits, Human Resources, IT, and Court)
(Majority used for Public Works and Street projects)

(Includes Street Maintenance, Street Cleaning, Snow Removal, Street
Painting, and Engineering)
(2025 one time needs, Office Copier, Police Radios, Police Squad Car, Street
Sweeper, Improvements to Magee Park, Compost Site Improvements)

*A large portion of our Public Works budget is paid for by Water and Sewer Revenue

How do the cost of these City services stack up?
The following are the cost of common goods and services purchased by many households:

Goods and Services
Cell Phones (2 lines) per month
TV Services
Broadband (cable Modem) internet service
Dinner for two “out to eat” once a month
Medium Caribou Coffee once a week
Total

Yearly Cost
$1,371
$996
$900
$900
$300
$4,467

On average, a Prescott homeowner would spend more annually on TV services and Internet than the combined cost of
City Services on their tax bill.

To:

Mayor and Council

From:

Beth Lansing, Treasurer

Date:

October 10, 2026

Subject: Closure of Freedom Park Fund

Background
The City of Prescott established a separate Freedom Park Fund to track expenses associated
with Freedom Park. In 2024, the City established a Parks Improvement Fund to support
general maintenance and improvements at City parks. Since that time, the City has used a
combination of its annual Parks budget and the Parks Improvement Fund to maintain City
parks, including Freedom Park. As a result, there is no longer a need to maintain a separate
Freedom Park Fund.
At its October 7, 2026, meeting, the Finance Committee recommended closing the Freedom
Park Fund and tracking future Freedom Park expenses through the General Fund Parks
account.
Discussion
With the closure of the Freedom Park Fund, a remaining balance of $18,228.24 must be
transferred to another fund.
Transferring the remaining $18,228.24 to the Parks Improvement Fund would allow these
funds to continue supporting park-related improvements and projects throughout the City while
eliminating the need to maintain a separate fund.
Recommendation
1. Consider Approval of Resolution 55-26 Approving the Closure of the Freedom Park
Fund and Transfer of Funds to the Parks Improvement Fund
Attachments
1. Resolution 55-26

RESOLUTION 55-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CLOSURE OF THE FREEDOM PARK FUND
AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO THE PARKS IMPROVEMENT FUND
WHEREAS, the City of Prescott previously established a Freedom Park Fund to track expenses
associated with the maintenance and operation of Freedom Park; and
WHEREAS, in 2024, the City established a Parks Improvement Fund to support general
maintenance, improvements, and capital projects at City parks; and
WHEREAS, the City currently utilizes a combination of its annual General Fund Parks budget
and the Parks Improvement Fund to support the maintenance and improvement of City parks,
including Freedom Park; and
WHEREAS, maintaining a separate Freedom Park Fund is no longer necessary, as expenses
associated with Freedom Park can be tracked through the General Fund Parks account; and
WHEREAS, the Freedom Park Fund has a remaining balance of $18,228.24, which can be
transferred to the Parks Improvement Fund to support future park-related improvements and
projects throughout the City, subject to any applicable restrictions on the use of those funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Prescott,
Wisconsin, as follows:
1. Closure of Fund. The Common Council hereby approves the closure of the Freedom Park
Fund.
2. Transfer of Funds. The Common Council authorizes the transfer of the remaining
Freedom Park Fund balance of $18,228.24 to the Parks Improvement Fund, subject to
any applicable restrictions on the use of those funds.
3. Future Expense Tracking. All future expenses associated with the maintenance and
operation of Freedom Park shall be tracked through the City's General Fund Parks budget
or the Parks Improvement Fund, as appropriate.
4. Implementation. The City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to make the
necessary accounting entries and take all actions necessary to implement this resolution.
ADOPTED, this 9th day of November 2026.

__________________________________
Michael Gerke, Mayor
Attest: ________________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

To:

Mayor & Council

From:

Luke Wiese, City Planner

Date:

November 2nd, 2026

Subject:

Jewell Street Extension CSM and MOU

Background
The City owns PID 271-01178-0200, located at the eastern end of Jewell Street and bordered by
Prescott School District property on three sides. The City Council previously authorized an appraisal of
the property after a developer expressed interest in purchasing the parcel for the construction of a
single-family home. The appraisal valued the property at $102,000, based on the assumption that
driveway and utility connections could be provided from Jewell Street.
To provide legal access to the parcel and preserve the ability to extend Jewell Street in the future, the
City has discussed acquiring additional right-of-way from the Prescott School District through a
Certified Survey Map (CSM). The completed CSM was reviewed by the Plan Commission in October, at
which time the Commission recommended approval to the City Council.
The completed CSM includes a 100-foot extension of the Jewell Street right-of-way and a 12-foot-wide
public trail right-of-way. The proposed street extension would bring the right-of-way to the City-owned
parcel and preserve access for its future sale and development. The CSM itself does not approve
construction of the street extension.
Discussion
Extending the street in the future could also allow curb and gutter improvements to be extended at
the existing end of Jewell Street, where washout has previously been identified as an issue. Approval
of the CSM does not authorize construction of the street or commit the City to completing those
improvements. Previous planning for the property has anticipated that street construction would
occur following the future sale of the City-owned parcel.
The Prescott School District has approved and signed the CSM. Following City Council approval, the
CSM can be finalized and recorded with the Pierce County Register of Deeds
Additionally, the Prescott School District has executed the attached Memorandum of Understanding
that if or when the City sells the land the City agrees to pay the School District 10% of the gross
proceeds from the future sale of City-owned Parcel 271-01178-0200, with payment due within 30 days
of closing.
The agreement does not require the City to sell the property or either party to construct the Jewell
Street extension. If the property is not sold, no payment is required.

Recommendation
1. Consideration and approval of “Resolution 52-26, A Resolution Approving a Certified Survey Map
for the Jewell Street Extension”.
2. Consideration of Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Prescott School District
regarding the Dedication of Public Right-of-Way for the Jewell Street Extension
Attachments
1. Jewell Street Extension Certified Survey Map
2. MOU City and School District
3. Resolution 52-26, A Resolution Approving a Certified Survey Map for the Jewell Street Extension

RESOLUTION 56-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP FOR THE JEWELL STREET
EXTENSION.
WHEREAS, a certified survey map has been prepared to establish a 100-foot extension of the Jewell
Street right-of-way and a 12-foot-wide public trail right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, the Certified Survey Map is subject to review by the Plan Commission and approval by the
Common Council in accordance with the City’s subdivision ordinance and § 236.34, Wis. Stats.; and
WHEREAS, City staff reviewed the Certified Survey Map for conformance with applicable City
subdivision requirements and § 236.34, Wis. Stats., and recommends approval; and
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission considered the Certified Survey Map on October 5, 2026, and
recommended Common Council approval; and
WHEREAS, the Prescott School District considered the Certified Survey Map on October 28, 2026, and
approved the map.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Prescott hereby
approves the enclosed Certified Survey Map for the Jewell Street Extension.
Adopted this 9th day of November 2026

_____________________________
Michael H. Gerke, Mayor

ATTEST:
_____________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

To:

Mayor and Council

From:

Matt Wolf, City Administrator

Date:

November 11, 2026

Subject: Pine Meadows – Acceptance of Public Improvements and Affordable Housing Fund
Payment
Background
On October 13, 2025, the City of Prescott entered into a Development Agreement with PMPrescott, LLC, and the Housing Authority of the City of Prescott for the construction of Pine
Meadows, a 24-unit multifamily development located at 1600 Pine Street and 1541 James
Street.
The development consists of two 12-unit apartment buildings intended to provide affordable
housing opportunities for individuals 55 years of age and older. As part of the Development
Agreement, the City agreed to provide financial assistance through its Affordable Housing
Fund in exchange for the Developer meeting the housing requirements outlined in the
Agreement.
The Development Agreement also required the Developer to construct public improvements
necessary to serve the development. These improvements are identified in Exhibit B of the
Agreement and include:
1. Installation of a watermain from the James Street right-of-way to the Development Site,
extending to Pine Street.
2. Installation of sanitary sewer to serve the Development Site.
3. Extension of James Street to the Development Site.
The Developer has completed construction of the project, and Certificates of Occupancy have
been issued for both buildings. The Certificate of Occupancy for 1600 Pine Street was issued
on August 12, 2026, and the Certificate of Occupancy for 1541 James Street was issued on
September 13, 2026.
Discussion
Section 5.2(f) of the Development Agreement establishes the process for the City's acceptance
of public improvements. Under this section, the City must inspect and approve the
improvements, and the Common Council must formally accept them through resolution.
On October 23, 2026, City Engineer Greg Adams completed an inspection of the public
improvements associated with the Pine Meadows development and identified no areas of
concern. The water main was previously tested and passed. Staff is recommending that the

Common Council approve and accept the public improvements constructed as part of the
development.
Section 5.3(b) of the Development Agreement also requires the Developer to provide the City
with a complete set of record (as-built) drawings within 90 days following completion of the
Project. These drawings have been completed by the Developer’s engineer and are attached
for reference.
Affordable Housing Fund Payment
Under Section 4.1 of the Development Agreement, the City agreed to provide two separate
incentive payments to the Developer from the City's Affordable Housing Fund:
•

$81,000 as consideration for offering units as affordable housing, payable upon
issuance of the building permits.

•

$240,000 as consideration for offering units as a 55+ community, payable within 10
days following issuance of the Certificate of Completion.

The $240,000 payment is equal to the purchase price of the Development Site and was
negotiated as part of the original Development Agreement to support the construction of
additional affordable senior housing within the community.
With construction completed and Certificates of Occupancy issued for both buildings, the
development has reached the stage where the City can proceed with the remaining closeout
requirements and issuance of the Certificate of Completion.
The City's Affordable Housing Fund was established in 2021 through the extension of Tax
Incremental District No. 3. The fund was created to support affordable housing initiatives within
the community, and the Pine Meadows development represents one of the City's efforts to
utilize these funds for that purpose.
The Affordable Housing Fund currently has a balance of $282,923.65. The proposed payment
would have the following impact:
Description
Current Affordable Housing Fund Balance
Pine Meadows Incentive Payment
Remaining Fund Balance

Amount
$282,923.65
($240,000.00)
$42,923.65

The payment would utilize approximately 84.8% of the current fund balance, leaving
$42,923.65 available for future affordable housing initiatives.
Staff recommends that the Common Council approve the $240,000 payment from the
Affordable Housing Fund, with disbursement to occur in accordance with the Development
Agreement following issuance of the Certificate of Completion.

Recommendation
1.

Resolution 57-26 Accepting Public Improvements for the Pine Meadows Multifamily
Development

2.

Resolution 58-26 Approving the Distribution of $240,000 from the Affordable Housing
Fund for the Pine Meadows Multifamily Development

Attachments
1. Resolution 57-26
2. Resolution 58-26
3. Pine Meadows As-Built Plans
4. Certificates of Occupancy – Pine Meadows

RESOLUTION 57-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE PINE
MEADOWS MULTIFAMILY DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, on October 13, 2025, the City of Prescott entered into a Development
Agreement with PM-Prescott, LLC, and the Housing Authority of the City of Prescott for
the construction of the Pine Meadows multifamily development located at 1600 Pine
Street and 1541 James Street; and
WHEREAS, the development consists of two 12-unit apartment buildings providing 24
residential units intended to serve individuals 55 years of age and older; and
WHEREAS, the public improvements required as part of the development, including the
installation and extension of watermain, sanitary sewer, and James Street infrastructure,
have been completed by the Developer in accordance with the approved development
plans and specifications; and
WHEREAS, under Section 510-37 of the City Code, public improvements, utilities, and
streets are not considered accepted for public ownership until the Common Council
adopts a resolution formally accepting such improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of
Prescott, Pierce County, Wisconsin, that the public improvements for the Pine Meadows
multifamily development, including sanitary sewer, watermain, and James Street
infrastructure, are hereby approved for acceptance by the City of Prescott for public
ownership and maintenance.
ADOPTED by the Common Council of the City of Prescott, Wisconsin this 9th day of
November 2026.

__________________________________
Michael Gerke, Mayor
Attest: ________________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

RESOLUTION 58-26
CITY OF PRESCOTT, WISCONSIN
A RESOLUTION APPROVING DISTRIBUTION OF $240,000 FROM THE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND FOR THE PINE MEADOWS MULTIFAMILY
DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, on October 13, 2025, the City of Prescott entered into a Development
Agreement with PM-Prescott, LLC, and the Housing Authority of the City of Prescott for
the construction of the Pine Meadows multifamily development located at 1600 Pine
Street and 1541 James Street; and
WHEREAS, the development consists of two 12-unit apartment buildings providing 24
residential units intended to serve individuals 55 years of age and older, while
incorporating affordable housing opportunities within the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Prescott established its Affordable Housing Fund in 2021
through the extension of Tax Incremental District No. 3 for the purpose of supporting
affordable housing initiatives within the community; and
WHEREAS, under Section 4.1(b) of the Development Agreement, the City agreed to
provide PM-Prescott, LLC, with a Developer Incentive Payment of Two Hundred Forty
Thousand Dollars ($240,000.00) from the City's Affordable Housing Fund as
consideration for offering residential units as a 55+ community; and
WHEREAS, the Developer Incentive Payment is equal to the purchase price of the
Development Site and is required to be paid within ten (10) days following issuance of
the Certificate of Completion in accordance with the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City's Affordable Housing Fund currently has a balance of $282,923.65,
and the proposed distribution of $240,000.00 would leave a remaining balance of
$42,923.65 available for future affordable housing initiatives; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council finds that the proposed payment fulfills the City's
financial commitment under the Development Agreement and supports the development
of additional affordable senior housing within the City of Prescott.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of
Prescott, Pierce County, Wisconsin, that the distribution of Two Hundred Forty Thousand
Dollars ($240,000.00) from the City's Affordable Housing Fund to PM-Prescott, LLC, is
hereby approved in accordance with Section 4.1(b) of the Development Agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment shall be issued within ten (10) days
following issuance of the Certificate of Completion, as required under the Development
Agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Administrator and City Treasurer are
hereby authorized to process and distribute the approved payment upon issuance of the
Certificate of Completion and to complete all necessary financial transactions associated
with the distribution.
ADOPTED by the Common Council of the City of Prescott, Wisconsin this 9th day of
November 2026.

__________________________________
Michael Gerke, Mayor
Attest: ________________________________
Rashel Temmers, City Clerk

PINE MEADOW
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ALL CROIX INSPECTIONS, CORP.
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
Municipality:

CITY OF PRESCOTT

Permit #:

B-25-251302

Type:

PERMANENT

Date Issued:

8/12/2026

Certificate #:
Address:
Description:
Septic Rating:

003104-P
1600 PINE ST
Residential
12 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING

Certificate of Occupancy issued pursuant to the requirements of the WI Uniform Dwelling Code
certifying that, at the time of issuance, this structure appeared to be in compliance with the
required ordinances of the municipality regulating building construction or use.
Special Provisions:
Stormwater pond/ pond landscaping, dumpster enclosure, parking lot with striping and
ADA signage to be installed. Maintain erosion control until grass has been established.

UDC INSPECTION AGENCY #963055