Mequon Weekly Bulletin - February 28, 2020
Upcoming Meetings
Board of Police & Fire Commissioners: March 3 - 8:00 A.M. (Agenda)
Bike & Pedestrian Way Commission: March 5 - 8:00 A.M. (Agenda)
Planning Commission: March 9 - 6:00 P.M.
Architectural Board: March 9 - 6:30 P.M.
Public Welfare Committee: March 10 - 5:45 P.M.
Public Safety Committee: March 10 - 6:30 P.M.
Public Works Committee: March 10 - 6:45 P.M.
Finance-Personnel Committee: March 10 - 6:45 P.M.
Water Utility Commission: March 10 - 7:30 P.M.
Sewer Utility District Commission: March 10 - 7:30 P.M.
Common Council: March 10 - 7:30 P.M.
Wisconsin DNR Establishes Emergency Erosion Control Authorization Process
In response to near record-high lake levels on Lake Michigan, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently established a streamlined temporary erosion control authorization process that allows homeowners to protect their properties from imminent risk without permitting delays. A brief questionnaire helps a potential applicant determine if a permit is necessary for the actions they are planning to take. The applicant can then follow steps provided in the permit application checklist to apply for an Individual Permit for Great Lakes Erosion Control, if needed. By completing a Self-Certification form, the Department will continue to allow the placement of temporary emergency material to protect a property while a permit is being applied for.
The information provided by the Wisconsin DNR about the Self-Certification process outlines requirements for allowable temporary erosion materials. All information can be accessed via the Wisconsin DNR’s website and applications can be submitted using the DNR’s ePermitting System. The self-certification form is intended for landowners and contractors and was designed to inform the DNR of the strategy that a landowner or contractor plans to use to protect a property so they can move forward with work as soon as the form is submitted. After a coastal property has been stabilized, the DNR will work with applicants on long-term permitting needs. Questions can be directed to any applicant’s county water management specialist listed by clicking here.
2020 Brush Site Permits Available Next Week
Brush permits for the 2020 season will be available for purchase with cash or check starting on Monday, March 2 from the Finance Department and the Police Department. A driver’s license is required. Residents may also click here to purchase brush or burn permits online with a credit card starting March 1. Residents who purchase a permit online must print out the confirmation page and furnish it when visiting the brush site. The brush site, located at 6000 W. Bonniwell Rd, is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from April 1 - November 28.
Jonathan Clark House to Host Home of the Braves Event
Concordia University Wisconsin History Professor Dr. Patrick Steele will present a look back and highlight his recent book, Home of the Braves, the Battle for Baseball in Milwaukee. The program will be at Concordia University's Pharmacy Building - Room 008 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4. This event is open to the public with free parking, refreshments, and door prizes. There is a suggested $10 donation to the Friends of Jonathan Clark House Museum. For more information, contact Nina Look, Museum Director at 262-618-2051 or jchmuseum@gmail.com.
Ozaukee County Issues Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Please click here to view the February 19 meeting minutes of the Ozaukee County Board.
