Just Follow the Law

With a vote during the June 9th regular Shorewood City Council meeting, council members appear prepared to ignore the clear and unambiguous laws that are in force for municipal water installation.

The Opposite of Transparency

On February 18, 2024 the Shorewood City Council, along with key city staffers, held what they referred to as a “retreat” at the Shorewood Community & Event Center. This was essentially an all-day work session to discuss strategic priorities and several other key topics. What made this different from any other work session was that it was structured to discourage public attendance and the ability to review the meeting after the fact.

What’s Your Beef?

Convincing residents to speak at a city council meeting on almost anything is a challenge, unless it directly affects their property. Explanations vary from busy schedules to general discomfort when speaking on camera. Now there is another reason: A council member who implied he does not want to be bothered by people bringing their “beef” before the council.

Confusion vs. Clarity

Arborvitae and a fence “erroneously” built in the city right-of-way (ROW) took up considerable time and energy at two Shorewood council meetings. On May 28, because of vague language in the ordinance, the Council engaged in a confusing conversation, followed by an unusual 43 seconds of silence, when no motion was made to correct the issue of the matter.

Confusion, Disconnect and a Moment of Silence

Here is a summary of the May 28th Shorewood City Council Meeting. This included a presentation regarding Freeman Park and consideration of several controversial proposals.

STAND-OFF: Government v. Process

12 Random Shorewood Ordinances – NEW: Barking Dogs & Plowing Around Cars

The City of Shorewood has many ordinances covering a lot of areas. Residents likely may not know or be aware of many of them. Here are just a few:

Council Discussion of Agenda “Structure”

Shorewood Violated Its Own Ordinance on City Water

At the regular City Council meeting on Sept. 26, 2022, the City Council voted 4-1 to approve the plans for reconstruction of Birch Bluff Road. Labadie, Siakel, Johnson and Callies voted yes. Gorham voted no. Included in those plans and specifications, were plans for a water improvement project at a cost projection of $913,000.00.

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