If this item will be exactly the same as what came before us before, my perspective on the matter has not changed, and my position on the item will be the same as it was at the earlier date, Kilian said. The direct admission by the developer that opening two new, high end housing developments simultaneously would more than fulfill the needs of those able and willing to afford them means that the citys focus from a governance standpoint should be on affordable housing, such as the project by Gorman & Co. A project that is using federal and state funding, rather than municipal tax dollars, and would provide fifty affordable units for local renters of various income levels. I spent a year working on a research project at UW Madison where my biases were challenged continuously. Alder Rasmussen, a steadfast opponent of the proposal, said her goal was not to stop or stifle a healthy discussion. The number of unhoused, he said, is likely in the realm of 300 people including people living in parking ramps, parks, cars, shelters and other non-permanent homes. Education: BS, Physics, St Norbert College, DePere, WI. They are banned from the parking ramps and the shelters are unable to accommodate the current growing number of our unhoused. In April 2016, the last time that local races were held alongside a presidential primary, 64% of registered voters in the city made their way to the polls. Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS), Sustainability Energy and Environment Committee. The 32-bed prison's price tag is now $78.4 million . Thank you Neal for all you said last week, said Lo, who is Hmong American, a minority community in Wausau. Some council members appeared to balk at the idea of forming a new city department, though Wausau did have a city health officer in the past. There are few ways to examine social issues without taking data and research into account. District 8:Incumbent Sarah Watson defeated Thomas "Tony" Brown with 65% of the vote. Linda Lawrence, 71, a former mayor of Wausau and member of City Council. If the council does not approve Gisselman and Kilians request, a COW meeting can also be called by Mayor Katie Rosenberg or City Council President Becky McElhaney. Though the diversity measure passed, another measure under consideration that seeks equitable treatment for all area residents, the Environmental Justice resolution, was referred to a Committee of the Whole and did not pass on Tuesday. The sole bid, from Fortress Fence, is roughly $87,000, which is more than twice the amount initially budgeted as a capital improvement measure. I believe this is the most essential, grassroots engine to building a great place to live and work. Mayor RosenbergsAffordable Housing Tax Force is a promising first step. District 12 and 13:Mike Ritter defeated James Juedes with 62% of the vote. District 2: Ann Lemmer defeated Destiny Goretski with 61% of the vote forthe seat vacated by Jenifer Bizzotto. Wausau City Council election results Six contested races were before voters in the Wausau City Council election this year after two primary races on Feb.. Gary Gisselman, Mary Thao and Dennis Smith did not run for their seats, leaving districts 5, 10 and 11 without an incumbent. To that effort, I would seek to optimize available state and federal financing so that progress can be realized without overburdening taxpayers or cash-strapping essential departments. Gain sharing pools can be shared with departments that create a surplus. This experience helped me understand both the need for economic stability in cities across this country, while also shedding light on what can happen if ambitions blind us to the human consequences when development is at the behest of the people and not on their behalf. Strategic, responsible planning for thefuture landscape is the foremost challenge facing Wausau. As for next steps, the Mayor said we have a lot of really important planning and it will be important that we infuse those plans with a multi-cultural, multi-ability, multi-experiential mindset so they address the needs of Wausau residents., She added that she was referring to the Citys strategic planning that well be kicking off shortly and the transit development plan were working on in conjunction with the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Rosenberg said she expects heavy public engagement for both of those processes and we want to make it as easy as we can to include as many voices as possible., At the beginning of the Common Council meeting, Neal was criticized by name by Orlando Alfonso, a Wausau resident and husband of the assistant city attorney. The We Are Wausau resolution is meant to acknowledge that peoples differences arent consistently respected and to express the determination to move above and beyond all forms of bias and exclusion, said Neal, just before the vote. Thursday's Committee of the Whole meeting on the issue of homelessness. The focus and funding would be better placed on finding permanent long term solutions for overflow and alternatives for those who can not use traditional shelters.. The move is taking some council members and advocates for the homeless population, who thought the project was rejected in September, by surprise. 2023 www.wausaudailyherald.com. This should relieve pressure on the library and other structures, and offer an alternative to seeking the bridge area for shelter, given that area should not be considered an appropriate solution for our homeless population in general. Here is a list of the winners. Members of the City Council on Tuesday declared Wausau a community for all, capping three months of intense effort from several council members and Mayor Katie Rosenberg. Comingling this money greatly hampers our ability to score success of these projects. The vote was preceded by a more measured discussion than the one witnessed at the Economic Development Committee which discussed the proposal and voted to move it forward. Gisselman on Tuesday told the Council he wants the group to be completely informed with high hopes of helping the homeless.. UW-Madison, J.D. Comments are limited to 3 minutes or less. Among those who played a key role in the adoption of the measure was Mayor Rosenberg. I will act on constituent feedback that promotes our common vision. The corporate authority of the city is vested in both the Mayor and the eleven elected members of the Common Council. If after the boss (Citizens/Council/Mayor) hears me and still decides a different course of action, I will support them and that course of action 100%. All Rights Reserved. I bought my home in this area because I believe it will give my family the kind of community not found in many other cities across the state. District 17:Incumbent Jennifer Aarrestad defeated challenger Cheryl Martino with 59% of the vote. We are very concerned for the safety and and well being of the unhoused who depend on the shelter these bridges provide from dangerous elements our harsh winter brings, Kelch said. District 7:Incumbent Becky Buch won against Alex Eichten with 58% of the vote. Please check the calendar to confirm whether the meeting will be held. Experts say that eradicating homelessness altogether relies largely on a housing first philosophy, which prevents at-risk people from falling into such situations at high rates. Between the two organizations, space exists for just 53 residents on any given night during the winter. Copyright (c) 2023 Wausau Wisconsin 4, after Tom Neal announced he would not seek another term. All rights reserved. District 1:Incumbent Michelle Van Krey defeatedchallenger Christopher Wood with 68% of the vote. In two recent media Q&As, my opponents Kate Tracey and Vada Perkins mentioned fiscal responsibility. Reach him atdamakant@wausaupilotandreview.com. A description of committee structure precedes the membership roster. "The Town of Wausau is a Fair Housing Advocate. Many more need shelter, she said. Gary Gisselman, who represents Wausaus Dist. Contact at rhickman@gannett.com or follow her on Twitter at @ReneeNHickman. It is likely that members of, and a quorum of the Council and/or members of other committees of the Common Council of the City of Wausau will be in attendance at the abovementioned meeting to gather information. Kilian and Giselman are well aware that an emergency preparedness plan wont address homelessness long-term. 407 Grant St Wausau, WI 54403 . Regular Meeting Schedule: 3rd Tuesday of every month @ 5:00 pm. 61-4316 4, 1976; Ord. Editor's note: This weekly feature of Wausau Pilot & Review is being published in response to reader concerns about crime and safety in the Wausau area and to keep readers informed about their. Occupation: Process control and automation: Pulp/Paper, Power, Renewable Fuels, Food/Beverage plants. Questions regarding this agenda may be directed to the City Planning Office @ (715) 261-6760. The following is a list of Boards, Committees and Commissions. Meetings may change due to any situation covered in the standing rules of the Common Council. Published content is property of Wausau Pilot and Review. Tony Evers issued an executive order April 6 that would have movedthe spring election to June 9 in an effort to prevent more illness and deaths from COVID-19. Alder Tom Kilian took issue with the idea that declaring Wausau an inclusive community is not an essential use of the councils time. The City Council is the elected governing body of the City of Wausau. Published content is property of Wausau Pilot and Review. All rights reserved. Dist. My life experience in widely varying communities has shown me what works and what does not, what makes a city tick, and the importance of attracting and retaining quality civic-minded individuals. All Rights Reserved. She said people who oppose the measure failed to understand what the marginalized and disabled people go through. It is unsafe and does nothing for the dignity of those in need or to mitigate prolonged suffering.. Six contested races were before voters in the Wausau City Council election this year after two primary races on Feb. 15in districts 1 and 4. 715-261-6831. On major financial decisions, let the people decide through referendum what they want, and whatever decision comes of that Im fine with. We currently defer and borrow money for street maintenance. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you may file a housing discrimination complaint at:1-800-669-9777 (Toll Free) or 1-800-927-9275 (TTY) or locally, Margaret Riley, Town Clerk, at (850) 638-1781 or by email at townofwausau@bellsouth.net ". According to an agenda for Tuesdays meeting, advocates who provide services to homeless residents will also speak and ask leaders to create a new department of social development and action. Clarke was a member of the Assembly in 1882. For republication information email editor@wausaupilotandreview.com.. 2 Wausau alders issue call for action on homelessness as anger rises, challenges continue, Privacy and Conflict of Interest Policies, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. City of Wausau Economic Development Committee Meeting 12/07/2021: https://www.ci.wausau.wi.us/Portals/0/Departments/Council/Archives/Standing%20Com mittees/Economic%20Development%20Committee/2021/ECON_20211207_Packet.pdf? I will agree with them, for the mayors Five-Year Strategic Plan success, how we allocate assets and find revenue streams in response to citizen input, we need council members who understand the revenue and budget process. Among those who supported the resolution, Christine Salm said the people who opposed the resolutions were trying to have it both ways. To address this issue we need to increase the amount of outreach we do as leaders, in order to create as many opportunities as we can to give rise to higher levels of public engagement. We monetize peoples plight for federal funds and spend the moneyIs this a community for all? The Economic Development Team is key, and Ill seek a seat on that committee to help shift our focus from the entertainment industry to hunting down manufacturing and projects that generate jobs and tax base. Aldi to open new grocery store in village of Weston, Nearly 3 years after Shopko closed, the Wausau VA Clinic is breathing new life into the vacant building in Rothschild, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Ive taken charge of struggling organizations and lead them back to the top in their segments. Additionally, we have a group who are unable to shelter due to trauma, mental illness and other issues. That alone would be enough of a problem, but to compound the issue some in the city feel the answer is to build newer, higher end housing, meant to draw young professionals and empty nesters alike from other communities to Wausaus downtown, according to Nick Patterson of T. Wall Enterprises. This image is present on our property tax forms and is available to us all. All Rights Reserved. A proposed Milwaukee replacement for the troubled Lincoln Hills youth prison in central Wisconsin is substantially more expensive than planned. The top candidates will move on to face off in the spring election this April. I am a family man-Stephanie (Goetsch) Perkins (wife), Max (8), Ava (2), Benjamin (new! Meetings are only held upon issuance of the official agenda notice. Were stewards of this gem called Wausau; our unique and positive blend of cultures, industry, and natural resources will sustain us if we are wise. It is my goal to foster development of cultural amenities and infrastructure enjoyed by larger cities while retaining theclose knit, hometown character unique to Wausau. Being scientifically literate is something that every person should have an opportunity to become. District 9:Incumbent David Oberbeck held off Johnny Fortenberrywith 56% of the vote. . While I was not in a position to make decisions or act decisively on the matter, I paid close attention and learned a great deal by listening to all involved parties. WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) The Wausau City Council voted 8-3 to approve a future Committee of the Whole meeting on homelessness in the city. Election website or Facebook page: Doug Diny for Wausau City Council https://www.facebook.com/wausaudistrict4/. I was also sympathetic toward the concerns of the residents living near the proposed site for the day shelter, as they had legitimate concerns and questions about what services would be offered to the likely increased number of people in their area who faced mental health and addiction issues. SECOND: PDF: Michael Martens 715-845-4218 City of Wausau 407 Grant Street Wausau, WI 54403: THIRD: PDF: Tom Kilian. View Aldermanic Districts and Wards Map . To be clear, this hasnt happened overnight, its a trend; I think the mayor campaigned on fixing this, and I can help. She reminded the Council that the Warming Center, while a tool to help serve the unhoused residents of Wausau, has limited room. Those who defended the resolution called it necessary; its opponents branded it as divisive, ideological and biased against the white community. Email, Home | Search | Page List | Announcements | Calendar | Departments | Services | Contact | Customer Feedback | Privacy Statement. Maintenance is like shaving, youve got to do a little every day. Shoring up staffing is a leadership issue, not a big budget issue, as most departments are budgeted for full agency, we need to aggressively recruit, retain, and train our workforce. In District 6, incumbent Becky McElhaney ran unopposed. After a contentious discussion on Tuesday, the Wausau City Council approved a request by two alders to hold a meeting on the way the city responds to homelessness. District 1: Carol Lukens edged out John Kroll by two votes. In Wausau, about 34% of registered voters turned out to vote on April 7. It is important that our leaders be able to not only interpret the data presented to them, but also to have the fortitude to accept the conclusions the data supports, especially when the findings disagree with individual preferences and biases. In District 2, incumbent Michael Martens received 53% of the vote, over Tiffany Rodriguez-Leewho received 46.5%. District 11:Incumbent Alyson Leahy edged out Randy DeBroux by three votes. Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS). For republication information email editor@wausaupilotandreview.com.. councils rejection of a prior budget amendment to fund the project. The 1970 census found Wausau had four Black . Ive agreed to hold quarterly citizen feedback and exchange sessions with county supervisor John Robinson should I be elected. Two incumbents and a challenger won the three Wausau School Board seats. To add revenue, we build tax base. 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