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:
Meets Second Wednesday of Month at 5:15 pm.
6 Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Chris Ruetten, Ald. | 20 Park View Lane | 1st | 4/1/21 | 608-219-3797 |
| Tom Finnel | 510 Oak Park Avenue | 1st | 6/1/23 | 920-261-5712 |
| Steve Board | 1019 Boughton Street | 1st | 10/1/26 | |
| Dr. Terry Turke | 1301 Richards Avenue | 3rd | 6/1/21 | 920-261-2020 |
| Sean Lapp | 704 Autumn Crest Drive | partial | 6/1/22 | |
| Bill Berger | 202 Lounsbury Street | 1st | 4/1/22 | 920-988-6210 |
| Tom Klug | 401 Riverwood Court | 1st | 8/1/22 | 920-285-4777 |
| Jeffrey Baum | 1515 Oconomowoc Avenue | Manager | 920-261-6651 | |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones Street | City Engineer | 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.
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.
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Karen Wendt, Ald. | 1215 Doris Street | 4/21 | 920-206-9550 |
| Linda Kilps, Ald. | 1211 Western Ave. | 4/21 | 920-918-1802 |
| Tom Finnel | 510 Oak Park Ave. | 1/1/23 | 920-261-5712 |
| Stephen Simpson | 110 N. Third Street | 5/1/22 | 920-262-2150 |
| Emily McFarland | 106 Jones Street | Mayor | 920-262-4000 |
Branding Committee
Two Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Cassandra Wagner, Chair | 1517 Country Club Lane | 1 | 4/1/21 | 920-988-7517 |
| Jill Holthaus, Ald. | 1314 Colonial Drive | 1 | 4/1/21 | 920-988-1904 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones Street | 4 | 1/1/23 | 920-262-4050 |
| Melissa Lampe | 400 N. Washington Street | 3 | 1/1/23 | 920-342-3623 |
| Bonnie Hertel | 519 E. Main Street | 1 | 1/1/23 | 920-261-6320 |
| Nick Ryan | 405 Canadian Court | 2 | 1/1/23 | 920-988-8549 |
| Charity Chandler | 105 Oak Hill Court | 1 | 1/1/23 | 920-262-8555 |
| Joy Caine | 1020 Hill Street | 4 | 1/1/23 | 920-206-4663 |
| Robin Kaufmann | 519 E. Main Street | 3 | 1/1/23 | 920-261-6320 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Luke Mielke | 213 S. Monroe Street | 1st | 10/1/23 | 920-474-6716 |
| Emily Krueger | 709 N. Water Street | 4th | 10/1/21 | 920-261-0261 |
| Ora Kuckkan | 914 Reinhold Street | 3rd | 10/1/21 | 920-261-5202 |
| Jesse Domer | 879 Oakwood Lane | 1st | 10/1/22 | 920-219-2922 |
| Bob Wolf | 406 Wildflower Lane | 1st | 10/1/22 | 262-402-8810 |
| Karen Huismann | Cable Coordinator | 920-262-4021 |
City Wide Bicycle & Pedestrian Path Task Force
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Dale Oestreich | 501 N. Washington Street | 920-261-7019 |
| Jason Widiker | 131 Hall Street | 608-395-8450 |
| "vacant" | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4047 |
| Carol Quest, Health Officer | 515 S. First Street | 920-262-8090 |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 611 S. Fifth Street | 920-261-8932 |
| Eric Schmid, Ald. | 605 Lafayette Street | 920-245-5114 |
| Rod Laudenslager | 509 Cole Street | 920-285-1740 |
| Emily McFarland, Mayor | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway, City Engineer | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4050 |
| Andrew Beyer, Assist. City Engineer | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4052 |
| Robert Kaminiski, Police Chief | 106 Jones Street | 920-206-4218 |
| District | Name | Address | Phone |
| 20 | Jeff Berres | N330 County Rd. QQ | 920-988-3652 |
| 21 | Cathy Houchin | 604 Long Street | 920-261-0764 |
| 22 | Mark Roesch | 207 Emerald Street | 920-261-1275 |
| 23 | David Frohling | 515 Oak Park Ave. | 920-261-1589 |
| District | Name | Address | Phone |
| 3 | Greg David | W4512 Riverdale Lane | 920-262-9996 |
| 4 | Augie Tietz | 507 S. Washington Street | 920-261-3740 |
| 5 | James Braughler | 812 Cole Street | 920-342-4758 |
| 6 | Dan Herbst | 1008 Clark Street | 920-261-9183 |
| 7 | Dwayne Morris | 123 Riverlawn Avenue | 920-246-4587 |
| 8 | Michael Wineke | 733 Willow Creek Pkwy | 920-261-3265 |
Term Indefinite
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Rose Simon-Silva | 106 Jones Street | 920-206-4201 |
| Karen Kaddatz | 1201 Richards Ave., #E | 920-261-6686 |
| Bruce Kasten | 1109 Jones Street | 920-261-8720 |
| Brian Konz | 514 Oak Park Avenue | 920-261-4574 |
| Elissa Friedl | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4007 |
| Tom Finnel | 510 Oak Park Avenue | 920-261-5403 |
| "Vacant" |
Ethics Board
(3 Year Term)
| Name | Address | # Term | Term Expires | Phone |
| Mike Nienow | 1348 Windsor Circle | 1st | 10/01/20 | 920-261-2218 |
| Kathie Bergen | 902 Fox Creek Drive, #6 | 1st | 10/01/20 | 262-853-9312 |
| Wendy Pliska | 809 Fieldcrest Court | 1st | 10/01/20 | 414-687-1096 |
One Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Cassandra Wagner, Ald. | 1517 Country Club Lane | 1st | 4/1/21 | 920-988-7517 |
| Carol Quest | 1220 Allermann Drive | 20th | 8/1/21 | 920-261-1762 |
| Kraig Biefeld | 106 Jones Street | 2nd | 8/1/21 | 920-206-4240 |
| Laci Cummings | 515 South First Street | 1st | 8/1/21 |
One Year Term
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| Emily McFarland, Mayor | 106 Jones Street | Chairperson by Ordinance | 920-262-4000 |
| Tom Pasch | 1301 Newcastle Court | 1st | 612-802-9218 |
| Chris Ruetten | 20 Park View Lane | 3rd | 608-219-3797 |
| Jill Holthaus | 1314 Colonial Drive | 5th | 920-988-1904 |
| Cassandra Wagner | 1517 Country Club Lane | 6th | 920-988-7517 |
Health Board
Click here for a description of the responsibilities of the Health Board
Click here for a description of the responsibilities of the Health Board
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Karen Wendt, Ald. | 1215 Doris Street | 4/01/21 | 920-206-9550 |
| Eric Schmid, Ald. | 605 Layfayette Street | 4/01/21 | 920-245-5114 |
| Andrea Turke | 521 Carl Schurz Drive | 12/01/23 | 920-261-8116 |
| Dr. Donene Rowe | 1208 Schiller Street | 12/01/23 | |
| Ann Nienow | 636 Mary Knoll Lane | 12/01/22 | 920-261-8093 |
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 | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Jill Nadeau | 205 S. Washington Street | 2nd | 12/1/23 | 920-285-1986 |
| Candy Stramara | 1331 Windsor Circle | 1st | 12/1/23 | 920-988-0683 |
| Melissa Lampe | 400 N. Washington Street | 4th | 12/1/23 | 920-342-3623 |
| Ellen Klaus | 207 Riverlawn Avenue | 3rd | 12/1/21 | 920-261-6565 |
| Terry Stanley | 301 Creekside Court | partial | 12/1/22 | 920-309-1270 |
| Barry Ashenfelter | 1015 Labaree Street | 1st | 12/1/22 | |
| Steven Board, Chair | 1019 Boughton Street | 2nd | 12/1/22 | 920-390-2061 |
| Jacob Maas | 106 Jones Street | Zoning Administrator | 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 CDA 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 CDA 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 5:30 p.m. - Johnson Arms
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Michelle Malmstrom | 201 N. Water St., Apt. 209 | 1st | 8/1/24 | 920-747-0854 |
| Tom Pasch | 1301 Newcastle Court | 1st | 8/1/24 | 612-802-9218 |
| Robert Stocks | 911 Shamrock Lane | 1st | 8/1/20 | 920-206-6604 |
| Jim Braughler | 812 Cole Street | 1st | 8/1/22 | 920-342-4758 |
| Judy Bear | 1501 Randolph Street | 1st | 8/1/22 | 920-261-5765 |
| Tammy Kasten | 1024 Boughton Street | Exec. Dir. | 920-261-7795 |
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Ryan Abbott | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
| Landon Muehlenkamp | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
| Scott Kind | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
Representative to the Jefferson County Economic Development Consortium
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Augie Tietz | 507 S. Washington Street | Indefinite | 920-261-3740 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Linda Kilps, Ald. | 1211 Western Avenue | 2nd | 4/1/21 | 920-918-1802 |
| Kate Lapin | 1216 Richards Avenue | 1st | 7/1/23 | 920-253-9947 |
| Mariela Rodriguez | 1023 W Main Street | partial | 7/1/23 | 920-248-3171 |
| Kim Rahfeldt | 1626 Country Club Lane | 1st | 7/1/23 | 920-245-1102 |
| Jonathan Lampe | 400 N. Washington Street | 1st | 7/1/21 | 920-390-2061 |
| Erin O'Neill | 209 Derby Lane | partial | 7/1/22 | 920-261-0601 |
| Betsy Gerike | 1029 S. 8th Street | 1st | 7/1/23 | 920-248-4489 |
| Christopher Koppes | 517 N. Washington Street | 1st | 7/1/22 | 920-261-7626 |
| Cassandra Schug | 111 Dodge Street | 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 | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Emily McFarland, Chair | 106 Jones Street | 4/22 | 920-262-4000 |
| Elissa Friedl, Secretary | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-262-4007 |
| Karen Wendt, Ald. | 1215 Doris Street | 4/21 | 920-206-9550 |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 611 S. Fifth Street | 4/21 | 920-261-8932 |
| Cheri Martin | 1512 Country Club Lane | 6/21 | 920-988-1010 |
| Steve Hepp | 1609 River Drive | 6/21 | 920-262-0276 |
| Robert Kaminski, Advisor | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-206-4218 |
| Rose Simon-Silva, Advisor | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-206-4201 |
City Council Representative to Main Street Board
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Tom Pasch, Ald. | 1301 Newcastle Court | 4/21 | 612-802-9218 |
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 First Monday of Month at 4:30 p.m.
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Dan Bartz, Ald. | 611 S. Fifth Street | 1st | 4/1/21 | 920-261-8932 |
| Kyle Krueger | 722 Oakwood Lane | 1st | 5/1/23 | 920-342-9100 |
| Emily Lessner | 724 Mary Knoll Lane | 1st | 5/1/23 | 920-342-0511 |
| Justin Agar-Pratt | 114 S Maple St | partial | 5/1/21 | 262-623-0857 |
| Bob Mudler, Chair | 1205 Amber Lane | partial | 5/1/21 | 920-248-9246 |
| Brad Clark | 802 Hill Court | 2nd | 5/1/21 | 920-390-9411 |
| Brian Konz, Sec./Vice Pres. | 514 Oak Park Avenue | 1st | 5/1/22 | 920-261-4574 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Emily McFarland, Chair | 106 Jones Street | Mayor | 920-262-4000 | |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones Street | Engineer | 920-262-4050 | |
| Jacob Maas | 106 Jones Street | Zoning | 920-262-4041 | |
| Mike Slavney (non-voting) | 106 Jones Street | Planner | 920-262-4040 | |
| Karen Wendt, Ald. | 1215 Doris Street | 1st | 4/1/21 | 920-206-9550 |
| Tony Arnett | 2nd | 5/1/22 | ||
| Bob Mudler | 1205 Amber Lane | partial | 5/1/21 | 920-248-9246 |
| Becky Huff | 1003 Charles Street | partial | 5/1/21 | 832-948-8578 |
| Nick Krueger | 912 S. 3rd Street | partial | 5/1/22 | 715-505-0158 |
Five Year Term
Meets Second Monday at 4:30 p.m.
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Tom Godfroy | 213 Norma Drive | 3rd | 5/1/22 | 920-261-5606 |
| Jim Schildbach | 506 Clovercrest Court | 2nd | 5/1/23 | 920-261-3271 |
| Misti Hawn, Chair | 118 Lynn Street | partial | 5/1/21 | 920-253-1690 |
| Kelly Kwapil, Secretary | 1121 Bayberry Drive | 4th | 5/1/25 | 920-261-2907 |
| Brad Kuenzi, Vice Chair | 1406 Richards Avenue | 1st | 5/1/24 | 920-539-5392 |
Public Safety & Welfare Committee
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| Karen Wendt | 1215 Doris Street | 2nd | 920-206-9550 |
| Eric Schmid, Chair | 605 Lafayette Street | 7th | 920-245-5114 |
| Bob Wetzel | 920 South Street | 8th | 920-342-9528 |
| Linda Kilps | 1211 Western Ave | 9th | 920-918-1802 |
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| Tom Pasch, Chair | 1301 Newcastle Court | 1st | 612-802-9218 |
| Dan Bartz | 611 S. Fifth Street | 4th | 920-261-8932 |
| Jill Holthaus | 1314 Colonial Drive | 5th | 920-988-1904 |
| Bob Wetzel | 920 South Street | 8th | 920-342-9528 |
| Dave Frohling, Citizen Member | 515 Oak Park Avenue | 920-261-1589 |
Redevelopment Authority
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Five Year Term
| Name | Address | Term Expires | Phone |
| Chris Ruetten, Ald. | 20 Park View Lane | 4/21 | 608-219-3797 |
| Bob Wetzel, Ald. | 920 South Street | 4/21 | 920-342-9528 |
| Brad Kuenzi | 1406 Richards Avenue | 1/24 | 920-539-5392 |
| Dave Zimmermann | 628 Sweetbriar Lane | 1/24 | 920-261-4342 |
| Matt Zastrow | 1204 Meadowbrook Drive | 1/25 | 920-220-9119 |
| Rob Marchant | 607 Green Ridge Circle | 1/26 | 608-209-5236 |
| Nate Salas | 821 Pheasant Run | 1/22 | 920-262-4161 |
| Non-voting Members | |||
| Zoning Administrator | Jacob Maas | 920-262-4041 | |
| Redevelopment Resources Consultant | Kristen Fish, Executive Director | 715-581-1452 |
| Name | Address | Title | Phone |
| Emily McFarland | 106 Jones Street | Mayor | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones Street | Engineer | 920-262-4050 |
| Jacob Maas | 106 Jones Street | Zoning Administrator | 920-262-4041 |
| Pete Hartz | 800 Hoffmann Drive | Water Systems Manager | 920-262-4085 |
| Randy Johnson | 106 Jones Street | Captain, Police Dept. | 920-206-4207 |
| Mike Slavney | Vandewalle & Assoc. | Planner | |
| Tim Gordon | 106 Jones Street | Assistant Fire Chief | 920-261-3610 |
(Park & Recreation Director, Health Officer or designee may also be included.)
Tourism Commission
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Aaron David | 306 E. Madison Street | 2/15/21 | 920-261-5142 |
| Linda Werth | 919 Charles Street | 2/15/21 | 920-261-2796 |
| Cheryl Mitchell | 101 Aviation Way | 2/15/22 | 920-262-1910 |
| Randy Wojtasiak | 514 S. First Street | 2/15/22 | 920-262-8080 |
| Peter Wright | 745 W. Main Street | 2/15/22 | 920-261-9300 |
| Dave Fessenbecker | 214 West Haven Drive | 2/15/21 | 920-627-8089 |
| Non-voting Member | |||
| Cassandra Wagner, Ald. | 1517 Country Club Lane | 4/01/21 | 920-988-7517 |
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 | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Linda Kilps, Ald. | 1211 Western Avenue | 1st | 4/1/21 | 920-918-1802 |
| Roger Herbert | 1502 Utah Street | 2nd | 5/1/21 | 920-253-7373 |
| Cathy Egan | 1204 Riverview Lane | 1st | 10/1/23 | 920-261-0072 |
| Michelle Bainbridge | 1200 Sand Street | Partial | 10/1/24 | 920-285-7848 |
| Laurie Grosenick | 1310 Hutson Drive | 1st | 10/1/24 | 920-261-8561 |
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| "Vacant" | 811 S. First Street | Indefinite | 920-262-4047 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Steve Jones | 615 Labaree Street | 2nd | 2/1/23 | 920-390-2927 |
| vacant | ||||
| Mike Rollert, V Chair | 310 Lauren Lane | 1st | 2/1/21 | 920-988-8204 |
| Gregg Meyer | 1011 Richards Avenue | Partial | 2/1/22 | 414-491-6065 |
| Jim Freres, Chair | 1327 Center Street | 3rd | 2/1/23 | 920-988-7436 |
| ALTERNATES | ||||
| Paul Dettman | 223 E. Spaulding Street | 2nd | 2/1/21 | 920-261-1166 |
| Terry Stanley | 301 Creekside Ct. | 1st | 2/1/23 | 920-309-1270 |