City Boards & Committees
City of Watertown residents are invited to become involved in local government by serving on citizen boards, commissions or committees. The City of Watertown benefits from the knowledge, experience and expertise of its civic-minded citizens via commission or committee recommendations to the City Council.
Board and commission positions are voluntary and appointed by the Mayor and City Council. The time commitment for each board/commission varies. Preparation for some meetings may require additional time obligations. Once appointed, attendance at all regularly scheduled meetings is critical. Contact City Hall at 920-262-4000 if you are interested on serving on any of the boards, commissions or committees listed below:
Airport Commission
This commission is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and equipment of the Municipal Airport. They may recommend appropriate improvements to the airport to the Public Works Commission and Common Council. They have the authority to set fees and charges for the use of the Municipal Airport
Meets Second Wednesday of Month at 5:15 pm.
6 Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Bob Wetzel, Ald. | 4/25 | 920-342-9528 |
| Tom Finnel | 6/23 | 920-261-5712 |
| Steve Board | 10/26 | 920-285-7858 |
| Dr. Terry Turke | 6/27 | 920-261-2020 |
| Sean Lapp | 6/27 | 920-206-1798 |
| Bill Berger | 7/28 | 920-988-6210 |
| Tom Klug | 8/28 | 920-285-4777 |
| Jeffrey Baum | Indefinite | 920-261-6651 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | Indefinite | 920-262-4050 |
Board of Review
Board of Review reviews assessment rolls for real estate and personal property, hears testimony from property owners objecting to property assessments and makes determination of appropriate assessment based on testimony from assessor and property owner.
3-Year Term
Board of Review reviews assessment rolls for real estate and personal property, hears testimony from property owners objecting to property assessments and makes determination of appropriate assessment based on testimony from assessor and property owner.
3-Year Term
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Fred Smith, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-261-9728 |
| Brad Blanke, Ald. | 4/25 | |
| Jason Culotta | 5/26 | 608-332-5415 |
| Stephen Simpson | 5/25 | 920-262-2150 |
| Emily McFarland | Indefinite | 920-262-4000 |
City Wide Bicycle & Pedestrian Path Task Force
This task force was created in 2016 to oversee, delineate and update the plans to reflect the most advantageous locations for bicycle and pedestrian paths that will bring the biggest benefit to the City
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Dale Oestreich | 920-261-7019 | |
| Jason Widiker | 608-395-8450 | |
| "Vacant" | ||
| Carol Quest, Health Officer | Indefinite | 920-262-8090 |
| VACANT, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Eric Schmid, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-245-5114 |
| Rod Laudenslager | 920-285-1740 | |
| Emily McFarland, Mayor | Indefinite | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway, City Engineer | Indefinite | 920-262-4050 |
| Andrew Beyer, Assist. City Engineer | Indefinite | 920-262-4052 |
| Robert Kaminiski, Police Chief | Indefinite | 920-206-4218 |
| Name | District | Phone |
| Cathy Houchin | 21 | 920-261-0764 |
| Jenifer Hedrick | 22 | 920-988-8209 |
| David Frohling | 23 | 920-261-1589 |
| Name | District | Phone |
| Karl Zarling | 4 | 262-490-3300 |
| James Braughler | 5 | 920-342-4758 |
| Dan Herbst | 6 | 920-261-9183 |
| Dwayne Morris | 7 | 920-246-4587 |
| Michael Wineke | 8 | 920-261-3265 |
One Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Dana Davis | 4/24 | 920-248-2524 |
| Carol Quest | 8/23 | 920-206-8090 |
| Anthony Rauterberg | 8/23 | 920-206-4240 |
| Laci Cummings | 8/23 | 920-206-4251 |
Finance Committee
This committee reviews the yearly budget as submitted by the Mayor and makes recommendations to the Common Council regarding changes to that budget. The Finance Committee also reviews and approves purchases over the department head purchasing threshold and reviews and recommends approval of contracts and grant applications. The Finance Committee also serves as the Personnel committee for the City approving the wages of new hires and recommending policy changes to the employee handbook
One Year Term
| Name | District | Phone |
| Emily McFarland | Mayor | 920-262-4000 |
| Dana Davis, Ald. | 1 | 920-248-2524 |
| Myron Moldenhauer | 9 | |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 4 | 920-261-8932 |
| Jonathan Lampe, Ald. | 2 | 920-248-0656 |
Health Board
This board assesses the health needs of the community and creates policy designed to improve public health
This board assesses the health needs of the community and creates policy designed to improve public health
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Dana Davis, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-248-2524 |
| Fred Smith, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-261-9728 |
| Andrea Turke | 12/23 | 920-261-8116 |
| Dr. Donene Rowe | 12/23 | 262-472-1300 |
| Patricia Gedemer | 12/25 |
414-520-0775 |
Historic Preservation & Downtown Design Commission
The Watertown Historic Preservation & Downtown Design Commission oversees beautification projects within the Main Street Historic District. It is comprised of 7 members with experience in historic preservation, art and design. The commission is available to assist any downtown property or business owner interested in improving the look of their storefront or building. The Commission also works city-wide to promote historic preservation awareness through education and the creation of additional historic districts. For more information regarding the Commission please call Melissa Lampe at (920) 390-2061 or e-mail: melissa.lampe@charter.net
The Watertown Historic Preservation & Downtown Design Commission oversees beautification projects within the Main Street Historic District. It is comprised of 7 members with experience in historic preservation, art and design. The commission is available to assist any downtown property or business owner interested in improving the look of their storefront or building. The Commission also works city-wide to promote historic preservation awareness through education and the creation of additional historic districts. For more information regarding the Commission please call Melissa Lampe at (920) 390-2061 or e-mail: melissa.lampe@charter.net
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Jill Nadeau | 12/23 | 920-285-1986 |
| Tim Little | 12/23 | 719-213-5311 |
| Melissa Lampe | 12/23 | 920-342-3623 |
| Jacob Maas | 12/24 | 715-209-3905 |
| Michael Trego | 12/23 | 262-443-3265 |
| Barry Ashenfelter | 12/22 | 920-261-0036 |
| Steven Board, Chair | 12/22 | 920-285-7858 |
| Brian Zirbes | Indefinite | 920-262-4041 |
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority administers and maintains 78 public housing units; 55 elderly/disabled and 23 family units. Public housing is a federal program that allows tenants to pay 30% of their income for rent. The WHA operates this program under an Annual Contributions Contract with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
The Housing Authority administers and maintains 78 public housing units; 55 elderly/disabled and 23 family units. Public housing is a federal program that allows tenants to pay 30% of their income for rent. The WHA operates this program under an Annual Contributions Contract with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
5 Year Term
Meets Third Thursday of the Month at 4 p.m. - Johnson Arms
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Michelle Malmstrom | 8/24 | 920-747-0854 |
| Bill Kehl | 8/23 | 920-296-1413 |
| Robert Stocks | 8/26 | 920-206-6604 |
| Jim Braughler | 8/27 | 920-342-4758 |
| Judy Bear | 8/27 | 920-261-5765 |
| Tammy Kasten | Exec Dir | 920-261-7795 |
| Name | Term Exp . | Phone |
| Ryan Abbott | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
| Landon Muehlenkamp | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
| Scott Kind | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Sarah Oudenhoven | 7/24 | 920-253-1944 |
| Kate Lapin | 7/23 | 920-253-9947 |
| Mariela Rodriguez | 7/23 | 920-248-3171 |
| Kim Rahfeldt | 7/23 | 920-245-1102 |
| Bob Wetzel, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Erin O'Neill | 7/25 | 920-261-0601 |
| Betsy Gerike | 7/23 | 920-248-4489 |
| Christopher Koppes | 7/25 | 920-261-7626 |
| Jarred Burke | Indefinite | 920-262-1460 |
Licensing Board
The Licensing Board approves applications for all types of liquor licenses. These include beverage operator, bars/restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations and various special events that occur within the City.
The Licensing Board approves applications for all types of liquor licenses. These include beverage operator, bars/restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations and various special events that occur within the City.
Meets Wednesdays Before Second Council Meeting at 4:15 p.m.
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Emily McFarland, Chair | Indefinite | 920-262-4000 |
| Megan Dunneisen, Secretary | Indefinite | 920-262-4006 |
| Fred Smith, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-261-9728 |
| Brad Blanke, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Cheri Martin | 6/24 | 920-988-1010 |
| Erin Schroeder | 6/24 | 920-342-9115 |
| Robert Kaminski, Advisor | Indefinite | 920-206-4218 |
| Steven Chesebro, Advisor | Indefinite | 920-206-4201 |
City Council Representative to Main Street Board
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Myron Moldenhauer, Ald. | 4/24 |
Downtown Main Street Construction Task Force
| Member | Representative | Phone |
| Mayor | Emily McFarland | 920-262-4000 |
| Alderperson | Myron Moldenhauer | |
| RDA | Nate Salas | 920-248-1708 |
| Wttn Main Street Program | Melissa Lampe | 920-342-3623 |
| Downtown Business Owner | Amber Smith | |
| City Engineering Department | Jaynellen Holloway | 920-262-4050 |
| City Engineering Department | Andrew Beyer | 920-262-4052 |
| Wttn Historic Downtown Design Commission Member | Steve Board | 920-285-7858 |
| WI Dept of Transportation | Michelle Ellias | |
| WACC Member | Andy Grinwald | |
| Citizen at Large | Laurie Hoffmann | |
| YAC Representative | Sadie Pliska |
Park, Recreation & Forestry Commission
Park, Recreation & Forestry Commission plans and approves Parks and Recreation programs, administers the budget, recommends to the Common Council all major purchases, and submits ordinances and resolutions for managing Parks and Recreation programs.
Park, Recreation & Forestry Commission plans and approves Parks and Recreation programs, administers the budget, recommends to the Common Council all major purchases, and submits ordinances and resolutions for managing Parks and Recreation programs.
Three Year Term
Meets Third Monday of Month at 4:30 p.m.
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Jonathan Lampe, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-246-3790 |
| Kyle Krueger | 5/23 | 920-342-9100 |
| Emily Lessner | 5/24 | 920-342-0511 |
| Julie Chapman | 5/24 | 920-296-6369 |
| Jennifer Clayton | 5/24 | 262-490-3677 |
| Brad Clark | 5/24 | 920-390-9411 |
| Brian Konz, Chair | 5/25 | 920-261-4574 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Emily McFarland, Chair | Indefinite | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway , Engineering | Indefinite | 920-262-4050 |
| Brian Zirbes, Zoning | Indefinite | 920-262-4041 |
| Brad Blanke, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Alyse Talaga, Citizen Member | 9/25 | 920-285-6100 |
| Brian Konz, Park & Rec Rep | 5/25 | 920-261-4574 |
| Melissa Lampe, Citizen Member | 5/24 | 920-342-3623 |
| Nick Krueger, Citizen Member | 5/25 | 715-505-0158 |
Five Year Term
Meets Second Monday at 4:30 p.m.
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Casandra Wagner | 5/27 | 920-988-7517 |
| Jim Schildbach, Vice Chair | 5/23 | 920-261-3271 |
| Nicole Salas | 5/26 | 920-248-1708 |
| Kelly Kwapil, Secretary | 5/25 | 920-261-2907 |
| Brad Kuenzi, Chair | 5/24 | 920-539-5392 |
Public Safety & Welfare Committee
| Name | District | Term Exp | Phone |
| Dana Davis, Ald. Chair | 1st | 4/24 | 920-248-2524 |
| Brad Blanke, Ald. | 5th | 4/24 | |
| Eric Schmid, Ald. | 7th | 4/24 | 920-245-5114 |
| VACANT | 3rd | 4/24 |
| Name | District | Term Exp | Phone |
| Fred Smith | 3rd | 4/24 | 608-219-3797 |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 4th | 4/24 | 920-261-8932 |
| Bob Wetzel, Chair | 8th | 4/24 | 920-342-9528 |
| VACANT | 3rd | 4/24 | |
| Pete Thompson | Citizen Member | 1/27 |
920-747-9063 |
Redevelopment Authority
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Five Year Term
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Jonathan Lampe, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 4/24 | 920-261-8932 |
| Brad Kuenzi | 1/24 | 920-539-5392 |
| Dave Zimmermann | 1/24 | 920-261-4342 |
| Matt Zastrow | 1/25 | 920-220-9119 |
| Ryan Wagner | 1/26 | |
| Nate Salas | 1/27 | 920-262-4161 |
| Jeanne Mueller | Non Member | N/A |
| Brian Zirbes, Zoning | Indefinite | 920-262-4041 |
| Mason Becker, Strategic Initiatives | Indefinite | 920-262-4266 |
| Name | Title | Phone |
| Emily McFarland | Mayor | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | Engineer | 920-262-4050 |
| Brian Zirbes | Zoning Administrator | 920-262-4041 |
| Pete Hartz | Water Systems Manager | 920-262-4085 |
| Randy Johnson | Captain, Police Dept. | 920-206-4207 |
| Mike Slavney | Planner | 608-255-3988 |
| Tim Gordon | Assistant Fire Chief | 920-261-3610 |
(Park & Recreation Director, Health Officer or designee may also be included.)
Tourism Commission
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Aaron David | 7/25 | 920-261-5142 |
| Steve Board | 7/25 | 920-285-7858 |
| Cheryl Mitchell | 5/25 | 920-262-1910 |
| Kristine Butteris | Indefinite | 920-262-8080 |
| Peter Wright | 5/25 | 920-261-9300 |
| Conrad Talaga | 2/25 | 920-390-9293 |
| Non-voting Member | ||
| VACANT | 4/24 |
Transit Commission
The Transit Commission bids and awards the City's taxi service provider contract, reviews operations of the shared-ride taxi service, hears citizen complaints and reviews and recommends taxi rates.
The Transit Commission bids and awards the City's taxi service provider contract, reviews operations of the shared-ride taxi service, hears citizen complaints and reviews and recommends taxi rates.
Four Year Term
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Eric Schmid, Ald. | 4/24 | |
| Tom Hahn | 5/25 | 920-285-6347 |
| Cathy Egan | 10/23 | 920-261-0072 |
| Michelle Bainbridge | 10/24 | 920-285-7848 |
| Laurie Grosenick | 10/24 | 920-261-8561 |
| Megan Dunneisen, Secretary | Indefinite | 920-262-4006 |
| Name | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Kristine Butteris | Indefinite | 920-262-8080 |
Youth Advisory Committee
| Contact: Mayor McFarland | Term Exp. |
| Committee Mentors: | |
| Riley Kappell | 5/23 |
| Emelia Groeler | 5/23 |
| Committee: | |
| Anna Schmid | 5/23 |
| Lucy Groeler | 5/23 |
| Isaac Winters | 5/23 |
| Sadie Pliska | 5/23 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Term Exp | Phone |
| Steve Jones | 2/26 | 920-390-2927 |
| Paul Dettman | 5/24 | 920-261-1166 |
| Mike Rollert, V Chair | 5/24 | 920-988-8204 |
| Michael Huebner | 5/25 | 920-253-5143 |
| Jim Freres, Chair | 2/26 | 920-988-7436 |
| Thomas Johnson | 5/25 | 920-342-5761 |
| Vacant | ||
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