Mequon Weekly Bulletin - June 5, 2020

Upcoming Meetings
Planning Commission Policy Subcommittee: June 8 - 6:00 P.M. (Agenda)
Architectural Board: June 8 - 6:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Public Safety Committee: June 9 - 5:15 P.M. (Agenda)
Public Welfare Committee: June 9 - 5:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Finance-Personnel Committee: June 9 - 6:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Public Works Committee: June 9 - 6:45 P.M. (Agenda)
Water Utility Commission: June 9 - 7:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Sewer Utility District Commission: June 9 - 7:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Common Council: June 9 - 7:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Festivals Committee: June 15 - 6:00 P.M.
Future of Our Fire Department Committee: June 16 - 6:00 P.M.
Frank L. Weyenberg Library Board of Trustees: June 17 - 6:00 P.M.
Park and Open Space Board: June 17 - 6:30 P.M.

COVID-19 Update for the Week Ending Friday, June 5
The City of Mequon, in coordination with the Washington/Ozaukee Public Health Department and other state and federal agencies, continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19.

• As of this afternoon, there are now 20,249, reported cases of COVID-19 and 633  associated deaths in Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Of the cases in Wisconsin, 184 reported cases of COVID-19 and 16 related deaths are in Ozaukee County, based on information from the Washington/Ozaukee Public Health Department (WOPHD).

• The City of Mequon continues to offer a large number of its services through the City’s website and in-person services to the community. The lobby of the Public Safety Building is opening to the public, the Public Works Building is open to the public and East Side Fire Station is open to the public on an as needed basis. City Hall is now open to the public from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Monday through Friday with safety measures in place to safeguard the health of patrons.

• The Mid-Moraine Municipal Court has resumed in-person monthly proceedings at City Hall with modified operations, such as limited capacity and enhanced sanitization procedures. Court staff sent a letter of gratitude to City staff in the Buildings Division of Public Works and the Police Department that were involved in the set-up and operations, which helped maintain social distancing and prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the Court’s proceedings.

• The State is launching the Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) in Milwaukee, Ozaukee and Washington counties, which will provide assistance with rent or obtaining a security deposit to secure housing for qualified applicants. While training for organizations administering the WRAP program started this week, those who need assistance can submit contact information now and a representative will reach out as the program moves forward.

A Forward-Thinking City
As part of the Economic Development Board’s work program, staff continues to seek opportunities for marketing and promoting the strengths of the community. The City of Mequon was featured in the April 2020 national publication of Business In Focus. To read the article,  A Forward-Thinking City, please click here. The article begins on page 42 of the publication.

Town Center Business Loan Program
Several years ago, staff started working with Bank Five Nine to develop a Town Center Business Loan program. As part of the City’s on-going relationship with Bank Five Nine, a new brochure has been created for marketing and distribution. Please see attached brochure to learn more about the program.

Frank L. Weyenberg Library Reopens
The Frank L. Weyenberg Library plans to open to the public on Monday, June 15.  Library hours beginning June 15 will be Monday through Thursday, 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and Saturday, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Curbside service will continue Monday through Friday, 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. with an added curbside service on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.  For more information on services provided by the Library click here.

Fun Before the Fourth to be Held in 2020
This week City staff was notified by Anne Schultz, Executive Director of Fun Before the Fourth, that the community’s annual pre-Fourth of July celebration will be occurring on Saturday, June 27, as originally scheduled. This year’s event will feature the traditional parade on Saturday morning and fireworks at Thiensville’s Village Park later that evening, but many of the other activities that typically take place during the day will not be held this year.  To view a list of events planned for this year, please visit the Fun Before the Fourth website by clicking here.

Business of the Year Awards & Economic Forecast Breakfast Rescheduled
Ozaukee Economic Development (OED) Council has rescheduled the Business of the Year Awards & Economic Forecast Breakfast typically held in September to Thursday, November 5. Details on location and time will be provided as soon as it becomes available. Nominations for Business of the Year are now open and are due by Tuesday, June 30. Applications are available on the OED website or can be requested via email at kschilling@co.ozaukee.wi.us.