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 |
| Ken Berg, Ald. | 327 S. Concord Avenue | 4/1/19 | 920-988-3249 | |
| Tom Finnel | 510 Oak Park Avenue | Partial | 6/1/23 | 920-261-5712 |
| Dave Lang | 617 Sweet Briar Lane | 1st | 6/1/20 | 920-262-2055 |
| Dr. Terry Turke | 1301 Richards Avenue | 3rd | 6/1/21 | 920-261-2020 |
| David Lau | 408 Riverwood Court |
1st | 6/1/22 | 262-470-0379 |
| 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 |
| Steve Zgonc, Alderperson | 1318 Heritage Court | 4/19 | 920-261-2918 |
| Linda Kilps, Alderperson | 1211 Western Ave. | 4/19 | 920-918-1802 |
| Tom Finnel | 510 Oak Park Ave. | 1/1/20 | 920-261-5712 |
| Ron Krueger | 1408 S. Third St. | 5/1/19 | 920-261-0766 |
| John David | 1201 Richards Ave. #F | Mayor | 920-262-4000 |
Branding Committee
Two Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Emily McFarland | 1406 Wedgewood Dr. | 3 | 1/1/19 | 920-988-5874 |
| Linda Kilps | 1211 Western Ave | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-918-1802 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones St. | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-262-4050 |
| Melissa Lampe | 400 N. Washington St. | 1 | 1/1/19 | 920-390-2061 |
| Susan Dascenzo | 519 E. Main St. | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-261-6320 |
| Cassandra Schug | 111 Dodge St. | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-262-1460 |
| Tina Crave | 125 Hospital Dr. | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-262-4358 |
| Joy Caine | 1020 Hill St. | 2 | 1/1/19 | 920-206-4663 |
| Robin Kaufmann | 519 E. Main Street | 1 | 1/1/19 | 920-261-6320 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Bentley Wolfe | 1428 S. Third Street | 1st | 10/1/20 | 920-226-9347 |
| 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 |
| Ray Bezanson | 215 S. Eighth Street | 2nd | 10/1/19 | 920-285-1551 |
| Carol Ruffin | 714 N. Church Street | 1st | 10/1/19 | 920-262-0885 |
| 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 |
| Jay Haberkorn, Eng. Project Manager | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4047 |
| Carol Quest, Health Officer | 515 S. First Street | 920-262-8090 |
| Kurt Larsen, Ald. | 1208 S. Third Street | 920-262-2083 |
| Augie Tietz, Ald. | 507 S. Washington Street | 920-261-3740 |
| Rod Laudenslager | 509 Cole Street | 920-285-1740 |
| John David, Mayor | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4000 |
| Jaynellen Holloway, City Engineer | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4050 |
| Andrew Beyer, Civil Staff Engineer | 106 Jones Street | 920-262-4052 |
| Tim Roets, Police Chief | 106 Jones Street | 920-206-4215 |
| District | Name | Address | Phone |
| 20 | Jeff Berres | N330 County Rd. QQ | 920-988-3652 |
| 21 | Cathy Houchin | 604 Long St. | 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 Ln. | 920-262-9996 |
| 4 | Augie Tietz | 507 S. Washington St. | 920-261-3740 |
| 5 | James Braughler | 812 Cole St. | 920-342-4758 |
| 6 | Dan Herbst | 1008 Clark Street | 920-261-9183 |
| 7 | Dwayne Morris | 123 Riverlawn Ave. | 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 Meltesen | 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 |
| Steve Zgonc, Alderperson | 1318 Heritage Court | 4/1/19 | 920-261-2918 | |
| Carol Quest | 1220 Allermann Dr. | 18th | 8/1/19 | 920-261-1762 |
| Kraig Biefeld | 106 Jones Street | 1st | 8/1/19 | 920-206-4240 |
One Year Term
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| John David, Mayor | 1201 Richards Ave., #F | Chairperson by Ordinance | 920-261-1287 |
| Emily McFarland | 1406 Wedgewood Dr. | 1st | 920-988-5874 |
| Rick Tortomasi | 315 Creekside Ct. | 2nd | 262-544-5373 |
| Ken Berg | 327 S. Concord Ave. | 3rd | 920-988-3249 |
| Linda Kilps | 1211 Wester Avenue | 9th | 920-918-1802 |
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 |
| Kurt Larsen, Alderperson | 1208 S. Third Street | 920-262-2083 | |
| Steve Zgonc, Alderperson | 1318 Heritage Court | 920-261-2918 | |
| Andrea Turke | 521 Carl Schurz Drive | 6/1/20 | 920-261-8116 |
| Dr. Donene Rowe | 1208 Schiller Street | 12/01/20 | |
| Ann Nienow | 636 Mary Knoll Lane | 3/1/19 | 920-261-8093 |
Historic Preservation 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 | 1st | 12/1/20 | 920-285-1986 |
| Alice Mirk | 811 Harvey Avenue | 2nd | 12/1/20 | 920-261-1568 |
| Melissa Lampe | 400 N. Washington Street | 3rd | 12/1/20 | 920-261-1473 |
| Ellen Klaus | 207 Riverlawn Avenue | 1st | 12/1/18 | 920-261-6565 |
| Dionne Kelm | 924 Labaree Street | 2nd | 12/1/19 | 920-261-1195 |
| Michael Opager | 811 S. Seventh Street | 1st | 12/1/19 | 920-261-3857 |
| Steven Board | 1019 Boughton Street | 1st | 12/1/19 | 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 | partial | 8/1/19 | 920-747-0854 |
| Paul Barnes | 942 Liberty Lane | 1st | 8/1/19 | 920-342-8813 |
| Robert Stocks | 911 Shamrock Lane | 1st | 8/1/20 | 920-206-6604 |
| Jim Braughler | 812 Cole St. | 1st | 8/1/22 | 920-342-4758 |
| Judy Bear | 1501 Randolph St. | 1st | 8/1/22 | 920-261-5765 |
| Tammy Kasten | 1024 Boughton St. | Exec. Dir. | 920-261-7795 |
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Scott Kind | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-261-6660 |
| Austin Boinski | 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 |
| Rick Tortomasi, Alderperson | 315 Creekside Court | 1st | 4/1/19 | 262-544-5373 |
| Karrie Uttech | 28 Stimpson Street | 2nd | 7/1/20 | 920-262-6182 |
| Rebecca Mankins | 103 West Haven Drive | 2nd | 7/1/20 | 262-844-4123 |
| Kim Rahfeldt | 1626 Country Club Lane | partial | 7/1/20 | 920-245-1102 |
| Jonathan Lampe | 400 N. Washington Street | partial | 7/1/21 | 920-390-2061 |
| Erin O'Neill | 209 Derby Lane | partial | 7/1/19 | 920-261-0601 |
| Dan Olejniczak | 326 N. Montgomery Street | 1st | 7/1/19 | 920-261-8359 |
| Mike Kujawski | 705 Cobblestone Way | 1st | 7/1/19 | 920-262-2944 |
| 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 |
| John David, Chairperson | 1201 Richards Ave., #F | 4/19 | 920-261-1287 |
| Elissa Meltesen, Secretary | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-262-4007 |
| Bill Maron, Ald. | 701 Crestview Drive | 4/19 | 920-253-0612 |
| Augie Tietz, Ald. | 507 S. Washington Street | 4/19 | 920-261-3740 |
| Cindia Cameron | 307 1/2 E. Main Street | 6/19 | 920-545-9400 |
| Steve Hepp | 1609 River Drive | 6/19 | 920-262-0276 |
| Tim Roets, Advisor | 2 Park View Lane | Indefinite | 920-262-4003 |
| Rose Simon-Silva, Advisor | 106 Jones Street | Indefinite | 920-206-4201 |
City Council Representative to Main Street Board
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Linda Kilps, Alderperson | 1211 Western Avenue | 4/19 | 920-918-1802 |
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 |
| Augie Tietz, Alderperson/President | 507 S. Washington Street | 1st | 4/1/19 | 920-261-3740 |
| Tom Hahn | 1318 Louisa Street | 3rd | 5/1/20 | 920-262-2345 |
| Brad Blanke | 114 N. Tenth Street | 2nd | 5/1/20 | 920-285-5185 |
| Dan Olejniczak, Vice Chair | 326 N. Montgomery Street | 2nd | 5/1/21 | 920-285-0686 |
| Peter Kelm | 924 Labaree Street | 3rd | 5/1/21 | 920-261-1568 |
| Brad Clark | 802 Hill Court | 2nd | 5/1/21 | 920-390-9411 |
| Brian Konz | 514 Oak Park Avenue | 1st | 5/1/19 | 920-261-4574 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| John David, Chairperson | 1201 Richards Ave., #F | Mayor | 920-261-1287 | |
| 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 | |
| Rick Tortomasi, Alderperson | 315 Creekside Court | 4/1/19 | 262-544-5373 | |
| Steve Board | 1019 Boughton Street | 1st | 5/1/21 | 920-285-7858 |
| Augie Tietz (President Park/Rec Comm.) | 507 S. Washington Street | 1st | 5/1/19 | 920-261-3740 |
| Sherry Cira | 907 E. Division Street | 1st | 5/1/19 | 920-206-2045 |
| Tony Arnett | 408 S. Washington Street | 2nd | 5/1/19 | 920-261-5789 |
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, Vice Chairperson | 506 Clovercrest Court | 2nd | 5/1/23 | 920-261-3271 |
| Brad Kuenzi | 1406 Richards Avenue | 1st | 5/1/19 | 920-539-5392 |
| Kelly Kwapil, Secretary | 1121 Bayberry Drive | 3rd | 5/1/20 | 920-261-2907 |
| Jean Tortomasi, Chairperson | 315 Creekside Court | 1st | 5/1/21 | 262-470-7842 |
Public Safety & Welfare Committee
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| Emily McFarland | 1406 Wedgewood Dr. | 1st | 920-988-5874 |
| Kurt Larsen | 1208 S. Third St. | 4th | 920-262-2083 |
| Steve Zgonc | 1318 Heritage Ct. | 5th | 920-261-2918 |
| Tim Raether, Chairperson | 1105 N. Fourth St. | 6th | 920-262-3398 |
| Name | Address | District | Phone |
| Rick Tortomasi | 315 Creekside Ct. | 2nd | 262-544-5373 |
| Kurt Larsen | 1208 S. Third St. | 4th | 920-262-2083 |
| Tim Raether | 1105 N. Fourth Street | 6th | 920-262-3398 |
| Bill Maron, Chairperson | 701 Crestview Drive | 8th | 920-253-0612 |
| Dave Frohling, Citizen Member | 515 Oak Park Avenue | Partial | 920-261-1589 |
Redevelopment Authority
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Five Year Term
| Name | Address | Term Expires | Phone |
| Ken Berg, Ald. | 327 S. Concord Avenue | 4/19 | 920-988-3249 |
| Bill Maron, Ald. | 701 Crestview Drive | 4/19 | 920-253-0612 |
| Brad Kuenzi | 1406 Richards Avenue | 1/19 | 920-539-5392 |
| Dave Zimmermann | 507 N. Votech Drive | 1/19 | 920-261-4342 |
| Matt Zastrow | 1204 Meadowbrook Drive | 1/20 | 920-220-9119 |
| Rob Marchant | 607 Green Ridge Circle | 1/21 | 608-209-5236 |
| Nate Salas | 821 Pheasant Run | 1/22 | 920-262-4161 |
| Non-voting Members | |||
| Ex-Officio | City Clerk/Treasurer Elissa Meltesen | 920-262-4007 | |
| Zoning Administrator | Jacob Maas | 920-262-4041 | |
| Redevelopment Resources Consultant | Kristen Fish, Executive Director | 715-581-1452 |
| Name | Address | Title | Phone |
| John David | 1201 Richards Ave., #F | Mayor | 920-261-1287 |
| Jaynellen Holloway | 106 Jones Street | Engineer | 920-262-4050 |
| Jacob Maas | 106 Jones Street | Zoning Administrator | 920-262-4041 |
| Pete Hartz | 800 Hoffmann Drive | Interim Water Sys. Mgr. | 920-262-4085 |
| Curt Kleppin | 106 Jones Street | Captain, Police Dept. | 920-262-4002 |
| 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
One Year Term
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Aaron David | 306 E. Madison Street | 2/15/21 | 920-261-5142 |
| Kevin Clifford | 115 W. Main Street | 2/15/21 | 920-261-4949 |
| Linda Werth | 919 Charles Street | 2/15/21 | 920-261-2796 |
| Cheryl Mitchell | 101 Aviation Way | 2/15/19 | 920-262-1910 |
| Randy Wojtasiak | 514 S. First Street | 2/15/19 | 920-262-8080 |
| Peter Wright | 745 W. Main Street | 2/15/19 | 920-261-9300 |
| Non-voting Member | |||
| Ken Berg, Ald. | 327 S. Concord Ave | 4/2019 | 920-988-3249 |
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 |
| Tim Raether | 1105 N. Fourth Street | 1st | 4/1/19 | 920-262-3398 |
| Roger Herbert | 1502 Utah Street | 2nd | 5/1/21 | 920-253-7373 |
| David Morstad | 405 Wild Flower Lane | 1st | 10/1/19 | 920-261-9743 |
| Jennie Fox | 514 S. First Street | 1st | 10/1/20 | 920-262-8095 |
| Laurie Grosenick | 1310 Hutson Drive | Partial | 10/1/20 | 920-261-8561 |
| Karl Schulte | 735 Madison Ave., Fort Atkinson | Manager | 261-7433 or | 920-563-2200, ext. 3 |
| Name | Address | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Randy Franks | 811 S. First Street | Indefinite | 920-262-4080, ext. 3 |
Three Year Term
| Name | Address | Term # | Term Exp. | Phone |
| Steve Jones | 615 Labaree Street | 1st | 2/1/20 | 920-390-2927 |
| Brad Blanke | 114 N. 10th Street | 2nd | 2/1/21 | 920-285-5185 |
| Mike Rollert, V. Chr. | 310 Lauren Lane | 1st | 2/1/21 | 920-988-8204 |
| Peter Lehmann | 1118 Ruth Street | 2nd | 2/1/19 | 920-206-5510 |
| Jim Freres, Chr. | 1327 Center Street | 2nd | 2/1/20 | 920-988-7436 |
| ALTERNATES | ||||
| Paul Dettman | 223 E. Spaulding Street | 2nd | 2/1/18 | 920-261-1166 |
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