Mequon Weekly Bulletin - March 13, 2020
Upcoming Meetings
Future of Our Fire Department Committee: March 17 – 6:00 P.M. (Agenda)
Tree Board: March 18 – 5:45 P.M. (Agenda)
Ethics Board: March 18 – 6:00 P.M. (Agenda)
Frank L. Weyenberg Library Board of Trustees: March 18 – 6:00 P.M. (Agenda)
Park and Open Space Board: March 18 – 6:30 P.M. (Agenda)
Planning Commission – Policy Subcommittee: March 23 – 6:00 P.M.
Operation and Service Plans for COVID-19
The City of Mequon in coordination with the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department, as well as other state and federal agencies, is closely monitoring the recent increase in respiratory illness caused by a new Coronavirus (COVID-19). Even though there are no cases reported in the community, the City has implemented proactive measures at its facilities through increased sanitation procedures. The City’s services to the community are currently still in operation. Please see the City’s website by clicking here or the attached document for further information.
Other community organizations are taking precautionary measures as well. The Mequon-Thiensville School District has closed its facilities as of this afternoon and students will not be returning until April 13. Please click here to view the School District’s website for more information. Additionally, the Weyenberg Library has removed toys from circulation at the Library and issued an update about its preparations, which can be viewed by clicking here.
City Updates Absentee Voting Procedures
The April election is approaching in the coming weeks. Those that are limiting contact with others are encouraged to have an absentee ballot mailed to their home. This can be done by visiting www.myvote.wi.gov or by contacting the City Clerk by email at cfochs@ci.mequon.wi.us or by phone at 262-236-2912. Another option to avoid lines on election day is in-person absentee voting. In-person absentee voting can be done during the regular business hours from March 23 – April 3. Staff will be moving this activity to the Council Chambers at City Hall to limit the number personal contacts. The Common Council Chambers are accessible by the Cedarburg Road entrance.
In past elections, Special Voting Deputies routinely visit the Mequon residential care facilities to assist residents voting absentee. Governor Evers issued Executive Order #72 on March 12, which prohibits Special Voting Deputy process to serve residents in care facilities and instead shall transmit absentee ballots to those voters by mail. For a more complete explanation view the Wisconsin Election Commission’s by clicking here or contact the City Clerk’s Office.
Mequon Water Utility Sees Upgrade in Credit Rating
On February 28, city staff met with an analyst from Moody’s Investors Service to review the credit rating for the Mequon Water Utility. After evaluation and board review of the Utility’s financial health, Moody’s has upgraded the revenue debt rating from an A3 to an A2. The full credit opinion is attached to this bulletin which explores credit strengths, credit challenges and factors that could lead to an upgrade or downgrade in the future.
Mequon Nature Preserve (MNP) Issues 2019 Report
Last year was another successful year for the MNP. Please click here to view the MNP’s annual report that details everything from year-end financials to the successes of its many programs.
County Issues Board Meeting Minutes
Please click here to view the Ozaukee County Board of Supervisor’s meeting minutes from March 4.
