Mequon Weekly Bulletin - May 22, 2020
Upcoming Meetings
Future of Our Fire Department Committee: May 26 - 6:00 P.M. (Agenda)
Special Common Council Meeting: May 27 - 7:00 P.M.
Board of Police & Fire Commissioners: June 2 - 8:00 A.M.
Joint Mequon-Thiensville Bike & Pedestrian Way Commission: June 4 - 8:00 A.M.
Board of Appeals: June 4 - 6:00 P.M.
City Issues COVID-19 Updates for the Community
The City of Mequon continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and share information with the public. The City is posting updates online, which can be accessed by clicking here, during this emergency as conditions warrant, and as new or updated information becomes available.
Heavy Rain Fall Requires Bypass Pumping
Due to more than 5 inches of rainfall last Sunday, May 17, the City experienced overflows at nine lift stations, which required bypass pumping of the sanitary sewer system. Bypass pumping is used to reduce basement backups and limit potential private property damage. The times varied for each station, but the overall duration during which bypass pumping occurred was generally between 1:30 p.m. on May 17 and 3:00 a.m. on Monday, May 18. While the sanitary system is designed to accommodate an amount of clear water flow, on Sunday the amount of inflow and infiltration exceeded system capacity. MMSD also had multiple bypass locations, as did several adjacent communities. The City is continuing its efforts to reduce the amount of inflow and infiltration with ongoing sewer lateral work, plus ongoing rehabilitation of sanitary sewer mains and capacity improvements to lift stations. More information can be found on the City Sewer Utility’s webpage.
Union Pacific Railroad to Replace Culverts
In November 2019, City staff petitioned the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads (OCR) to compel Union Pacific (UP) Railroad to replace two failing culverts. The culverts are north of Mequon Road adjacent to the MMSD Green Seams property on the east side of the City. After testimony from City staff, Union Pacific, and a formal hearing, the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads found that the Union Pacific Railroad is required to replace the culverts by September 1, 2020. The culverts are scheduled to be repaired between May 18 and June 18.
Memorial Day Parade Cancelled for Monday, May 25
As a reminder, the American Legion Howard J. Schroeder Post 457 in Mequon has cancelled the annual Memorial Day Parade scheduled to take place on Monday, May 25. In addition, the reception following the parade at the Post has been cancelled. According to the Post’s website, a traditional prayer and rifle salute per appropriate distancing precautions will take place at a time yet to be determined. For more information visit the Howard J. Schroeder Post 457 website by clicking here.
2020 Census Follow-up
Employees of the Census Bureau will be in the City of Mequon beginning on Tuesday, May 26 to follow up with residents that have not completed a census form. A packet of information will be left at the door, but no contact will be made with the homeowner by ringing the doorbell or knocking. Each worker will be wearing an official Census Bureau ID. In addition, members of the Census Bureau will be calling residents to follow up. If you have any questions, please contact the Census Bureau at 414-943-2084.
Common Council to Decide 2020 City Pool and Parks Usage on May 27
Earlier this week, the Common Council agreed to convene a special meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, to make a determination on whether the Community Pool will be open or closed for the 2020 season, and when and how athletic fields and park facilities may be used this year. As staff is still working to gather and compile the information that is to accompany these discussion items, it is anticipated that the meeting agenda and associated packet will be distributed to Council members and posted publicly on the City’s website by Noon on Tuesday, May 26.
COVID-19 Testing Offered at Concordia University May 28 - 30
The Washington Ozaukee Health Department (WOPHD) in collaboration with the North Shore Health Department and the Wisconsin National Guard will be offering a free drive-through COVID- 19 testing event on May 28-30 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Concordia University. This service is open to all Wisconsin residents with or without COVID-19 symptoms. Registration is required. For information on how to register for the event, please see attached flier or click here to visit the Washington Ozaukee Health Department’s website.
