Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll call. Members present: Mayor Sandy Decker, Alderpersons Mason Braunschweig, Tom Cothard, Todd Culbertson, Barb Jacobson, Janis Ringhand, Diane Roberts, Dennis Wessels, and Tony Wyse. Others present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha, City Clerk Judy Walton, City Attorney Mark Kopp, and Kelly Gildner of The Review.
3. Approval of Agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard to approve the agenda. Motion approved 8-0.
4. Approval of Minutes. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to waive the reading of the minutes of the December 8, 2009, regular meeting and to approve them as presented. Decker noted that the date in Item 6N should be changed from December 7 to December 17. Motion, with correction, approved 8-0.
5. Citizen appearances.
A. SOLE. None
6. Reports of Committees.
A. Plan Commission Report. None
B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report.
(1). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to accept the Water & Light bills as presented in the amount of $671,322.24. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(2). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to accept the City bills as presented in the amount of $876,787.29. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(3). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Culbertson to approve agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program (revised proposal from YMCA, no recommendation from FLR). Braunschweig stated the City budgeted a 29% cut in funds, yet the YMCA is proposing a contract that has a 49% cut in services. Council discussed the effects the service cuts would have and suggested alternative school sponsored programs. Council stated they needed more information in order to make a decision and no vote was taken on the original motion. Decker volunteered to attend the Youth Center meeting on Monday, December 18th. In addition, a member of the Youth Center and the School District would be invited to the February Council meeting. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to table the item until the February meeting. Motion approved 8-0.
(4). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve Resolution 2010-01, Approving Year-End Amendments to the 2009 Budget and New-Year Amendments to the 2010 Budget. Wietecha stated that the amendment for the Police Building Improvements for garage doors that was recommended by the Public Safety Committee and appeared on the draft resolution presented to the Finance Committee was removed from the resolution. The Finance Committee recommended researching alternative remedies and securing firm costs. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(5). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Amendment to Development Agreement for Westfield Meadows. Ringhand asked if amendments for other developer agreements would be presented to Council in the future and Wietecha stated he is anticipating that. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
C. Public Safety Committee Report.
(1). Roberts made a motion, seconded by Cothard to approve 2010 Intergovernmental Emergency Ambulance Service Contract with the Towns of Union, Porter, Magnolia and Brooklyn. Wessels stated that this is a routine contract done annually. Wietecha added that there is a slight change regarding liability. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
D. Public Works Committee Report. None
E. Water & Light Committee Report. None
F. Economic Development Committee Report. None
G. Redevelopment Authority Report. None
H. Parks and Recreation Board Report. None
I. Historic Preservation Commission Report. Wessels stated there is a special meeting on January 13, 2010 at the Eager Free Public Library.
J. Fire District Report. None
K. Police Commission Report. None
L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report. None
M. Youth Center Advisory Board Report. None
N. Energy Independence Team Report. Decker stated the final report was filed on December 31st.
O. Library Board/Liaison Report. Wyse stated they finished the year within budget. They have entered into a contract for their computer support needs.
7. Unfinished Business.
A. Braunschweig presented the second reading and made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to adopt Ordinance 2009-10, Amending Zoning Code Regarding Site Plan Review and Approval. [Recommended by Plan Commission]. Motion approved 8-0.
B. Roberts presented the second reading and made a motion, seconded by Cothard to adopt Ordinance 2009-12, Regulating All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). [Sponsors Roberts and Wessels]. Braunschweig reviewed Section 23.33 of the Wisconsin Statutes with Council, pointing out that most of the violations are enforceable at the state level. He added that this ordinance would hinder those that use ATV’s for snowplowing. Motion failed 1-7, with Wessels voting in favor.
8. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor. Decker suggested a Committee of the Whole meeting be scheduled, possibly in March, to do some strategic planning and prioritizing for future budgets.
9. Communications from the City Administrator.
A. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes, Chapter 893.80(1g), to disallow claim of John and Sherry Crull against the City of Evansville. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
10. New Business. None
11. Introduction of New Ordinances. None
12. Eminent Domain Proceedings.
A. Roberts made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to move to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate the purchase of public properties. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote at 7:28 p.m. No action, other than the following motion to return to open session, was taken in closed session. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to return to open session. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote at 7:52 p.m.
B. In open session: Possible motion regarding the purchase of public properties. No motion.
13. Meeting Reminders.
A. Decker stated the Municipal Electric Utilities of Wisconsin legislative rally is on January 27, 2010 at 9:15.
B. Decker stated the League of Wisconsin Municipalities Lobbying Corps next meeting is February 17, 2010.
14. Motion to adjourn. Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to adjourn at 7:55 p.m. Motion approved 8-0.
Prepared by Judy Walton, City Clerk
The minutes are not official until approved by the Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Minutes: ULDC: January 2010
City of Evansville
Unified Land Development Code Advisory Committee
Thursday, January 20, 2010, 6:00 pm
City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. Stockham called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call. Present: Mason Braunschweig, Tony Wyse, John Gishnock, Lori Allen, John Decker and Roger Berg. Absent: Bill Hamman and Michael Pierick. Also present: City Planner John Stockham, City Administrator Dan Wietecha.
3. Approval of Agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Berg, to approve the agenda. Motion approved unanimously.
4. Minutes of April 16, 2009. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Berg, to waive the reading of and to approve the minutes as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
5. Code Amendments. Stockham reviewed the four ordinance changes to be discussed. He emphasized that the focus of amendments will be to facilitate administration and make the ordinance more “user friendly” and understandable to applicants, while maintaining adequate public protections.
a. Landscaping Regulations. The committee discussed proposed changes to the landscaping regulations to simplify the point system and make other changes. Staff recommended an additional amendment changing the vegetation height in 130-272 from 12” to 8” to be consistent with the City’s noxious weed ordinance. The committee requested staff to confirm the types of ash tree that should be permitted under Section 130-271. Berg made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of the amendments to the landscape regulation as presented by staff.
b. Sign Ordinance. Stockham presented a potential changes to Sec. 130-1279(h) and Sec. 130-1281(a) of the sign regulations to allow business directory signs. The committee also requested staff to draft an amendment to Sec. 130-1274(a)(2) and 130-1274(b)(2) to allow expanded text on historical markers and plaques. Wyse made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of amendments to the sign regulations recommended by staff, plus a change to the code with respect to historical markers and plaques. Motion approved unanimously.
c. Proposed Parking Requirements. Stockham presented staff recommendations for amendments of the parking requirements. The proposed parking requirements will be incorporated into a new parking sub-section of the Zoning Ordinance. Berg made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of the amendments to the parking regulations recommended by staff. Motion approved unanimously.
d. Erosion Control Ordinance. Stockham presented a potential amendment to the erosion control ordinance that was referred back to the ULDC Committee by the Plan Commission. The committee discussed a potential change in the draft ordinance to require city engineer review of projects within 100 feet of Allen Creek and Leota Lake. Berg made a motion, seconded by Decker, to recommend approval of the erosion control ordinance language as originally proposed at the ULDC committee meeting on October 29, 2009 meeting, without adding the requirement for city engineer review of projects within 100 feet of Allen Creek and Leota Lake. Motion approved 5 to 1.
6. Future Meetings. The next meeting will be scheduled at the time that additional amendments are prepared by staff and ready for review. The anticipated next meeting date will be in mid April. Draft materials for the next meeting will be mailed to members two weeks before the next scheduled meeting.
7. Adjournment. Wyse made a motion, seconded by Berg, to adjourn the meeting. Motion approved unanimously at 7:40 pm.
Unified Land Development Code Advisory Committee
Thursday, January 20, 2010, 6:00 pm
City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. Stockham called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call. Present: Mason Braunschweig, Tony Wyse, John Gishnock, Lori Allen, John Decker and Roger Berg. Absent: Bill Hamman and Michael Pierick. Also present: City Planner John Stockham, City Administrator Dan Wietecha.
3. Approval of Agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Berg, to approve the agenda. Motion approved unanimously.
4. Minutes of April 16, 2009. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Berg, to waive the reading of and to approve the minutes as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
5. Code Amendments. Stockham reviewed the four ordinance changes to be discussed. He emphasized that the focus of amendments will be to facilitate administration and make the ordinance more “user friendly” and understandable to applicants, while maintaining adequate public protections.
a. Landscaping Regulations. The committee discussed proposed changes to the landscaping regulations to simplify the point system and make other changes. Staff recommended an additional amendment changing the vegetation height in 130-272 from 12” to 8” to be consistent with the City’s noxious weed ordinance. The committee requested staff to confirm the types of ash tree that should be permitted under Section 130-271. Berg made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of the amendments to the landscape regulation as presented by staff.
b. Sign Ordinance. Stockham presented a potential changes to Sec. 130-1279(h) and Sec. 130-1281(a) of the sign regulations to allow business directory signs. The committee also requested staff to draft an amendment to Sec. 130-1274(a)(2) and 130-1274(b)(2) to allow expanded text on historical markers and plaques. Wyse made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of amendments to the sign regulations recommended by staff, plus a change to the code with respect to historical markers and plaques. Motion approved unanimously.
c. Proposed Parking Requirements. Stockham presented staff recommendations for amendments of the parking requirements. The proposed parking requirements will be incorporated into a new parking sub-section of the Zoning Ordinance. Berg made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend approval of the amendments to the parking regulations recommended by staff. Motion approved unanimously.
d. Erosion Control Ordinance. Stockham presented a potential amendment to the erosion control ordinance that was referred back to the ULDC Committee by the Plan Commission. The committee discussed a potential change in the draft ordinance to require city engineer review of projects within 100 feet of Allen Creek and Leota Lake. Berg made a motion, seconded by Decker, to recommend approval of the erosion control ordinance language as originally proposed at the ULDC committee meeting on October 29, 2009 meeting, without adding the requirement for city engineer review of projects within 100 feet of Allen Creek and Leota Lake. Motion approved 5 to 1.
6. Future Meetings. The next meeting will be scheduled at the time that additional amendments are prepared by staff and ready for review. The anticipated next meeting date will be in mid April. Draft materials for the next meeting will be mailed to members two weeks before the next scheduled meeting.
7. Adjournment. Wyse made a motion, seconded by Berg, to adjourn the meeting. Motion approved unanimously at 7:40 pm.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Minutes: Evansville Plan Commission: January 2010
City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Monday, January 4, 2010, 6:00 pm
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: John Gishnock, Diane Roberts, Mason Braunschweig, Sandy Decker, Jim Brooks, and Bill Hammann. Absent: Carol Endres. Others Present: City Planner John Stockham, City Administrator Dan Wietecha, and Dick Woulfe.
3. Approval of Agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
4. Approval of Minutes. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts, to waive the reading of the minutes from the December 1, 2009, regular meeting and approve them as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
5. Citizen Appearances. None.
6. New Business.
a. Development Agreement – Westfield Meadows. Wietecha noted that the city’s existing development agreements had been reviewed for compliance. Several matters need to be addressed with the agreement for Westfield Meadows. Wietecha gave an overview of the amendment which had been negotiated with the developer to fairly address the concerns of both the city and the developer during the depressed real estate market. The amounts due to the city for the lift station and parkland fees would be spread across the remaining 16 improved lots and paid as they sell. The lift station costs would be levied as a special assessment to provide better security of the city’s position. No future development would be permitted until all costs on the initial phase had been paid in full. Hammann made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend to the Finance Committee approval of the Amendment to the Development Agreement for Westfield Meadows. Motion approved unanimously on a roll call vote.
7. Report by City Planner. Stockham said that it had been a quiet December.
8. Unified Land Development Code. Stockham noted the next ULDC meeting is scheduled for January 21; meeting packets will be distributed to committee members this week.
9. Historic Preservation Commission. Decker said the next Historic Preservation meeting is scheduled for January 13; it will include a public presentation regarding the nominations for listing on the National and State Historic Registers.
10. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Hammann said they had completed their work on the future land use maps. Janis Ringhand will present their recommendations at the February Plan Commission meeting.
11. Common Council. No actions related to Plan Commission recommendations.
12. Board of Appeals. None.
13. Enforcement Report. None.
14. Meeting Reminder. Next meeting February 1, 2010.
15. Adjourn. Hammann made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to adjourn the meeting. Motion approved at 6:30 pm.
Regular Meeting
Monday, January 4, 2010, 6:00 pm
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: John Gishnock, Diane Roberts, Mason Braunschweig, Sandy Decker, Jim Brooks, and Bill Hammann. Absent: Carol Endres. Others Present: City Planner John Stockham, City Administrator Dan Wietecha, and Dick Woulfe.
3. Approval of Agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
4. Approval of Minutes. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts, to waive the reading of the minutes from the December 1, 2009, regular meeting and approve them as presented. Motion approved unanimously.
5. Citizen Appearances. None.
6. New Business.
a. Development Agreement – Westfield Meadows. Wietecha noted that the city’s existing development agreements had been reviewed for compliance. Several matters need to be addressed with the agreement for Westfield Meadows. Wietecha gave an overview of the amendment which had been negotiated with the developer to fairly address the concerns of both the city and the developer during the depressed real estate market. The amounts due to the city for the lift station and parkland fees would be spread across the remaining 16 improved lots and paid as they sell. The lift station costs would be levied as a special assessment to provide better security of the city’s position. No future development would be permitted until all costs on the initial phase had been paid in full. Hammann made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to recommend to the Finance Committee approval of the Amendment to the Development Agreement for Westfield Meadows. Motion approved unanimously on a roll call vote.
7. Report by City Planner. Stockham said that it had been a quiet December.
8. Unified Land Development Code. Stockham noted the next ULDC meeting is scheduled for January 21; meeting packets will be distributed to committee members this week.
9. Historic Preservation Commission. Decker said the next Historic Preservation meeting is scheduled for January 13; it will include a public presentation regarding the nominations for listing on the National and State Historic Registers.
10. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Hammann said they had completed their work on the future land use maps. Janis Ringhand will present their recommendations at the February Plan Commission meeting.
11. Common Council. No actions related to Plan Commission recommendations.
12. Board of Appeals. None.
13. Enforcement Report. None.
14. Meeting Reminder. Next meeting February 1, 2010.
15. Adjourn. Hammann made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig, to adjourn the meeting. Motion approved at 6:30 pm.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Minutes; Park Board: January 2010
PARK & RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Ron Carlsen, Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand, City Administrator Dan Wietecha. Guests: John Decker for Grove Society.
Farnsworth/Juergens motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Krueger/Juergens motion to approve the minutes of the December 14, 2009 meeting as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Motion to approve the Ground Lease for the Grove Society/Baker Block at Leota Park on a Farnsworth/Juergens motion. After discussion the motion was amended to include “Approval of the City Attorney” on all language, by Farnsworth/Juergens, unanimous. The main motion passed unanimously with the amendment.
Chair’s report on City actions – Chair Ringhand requested that the committee consider removing the lights on the ball fields in the park as the cost has become prohibitive for the amount of time they are used, $3,000.00 annual expense with $200.00 income to offset expense. Another option to consider is charging the Co-ed Team a higher rate to help compensate expense; add advertising to fencing in ball fields as previously proposed. Questions arose as to how often the lights are used and by whom. Chair Ringhand will seek more information for the next meeting.
City Administrator Dan Wietecha shared information about the Baseball & Softball programs. Currently most are breaking even and the City is not subsidizing them. The Baseball program for youth ages 4-12 is falling short by about $3,200.00, the City will not subsidize that expense this year. Dan will contact Jenny Katzenmeyer, Baseball Coordinator, for input on resolving the short fall, either by raising fees or eliminating expenses. Baseball Youth of Evansville, BYE, is another option for youth aged 10-12; community Sponsors are another option to explore.
Old Business – none.
New Business – none.
Motion to Adjourn by Farnsworth/Carlsen at 6:30 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Ron Carlsen, Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand, City Administrator Dan Wietecha. Guests: John Decker for Grove Society.
Farnsworth/Juergens motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Krueger/Juergens motion to approve the minutes of the December 14, 2009 meeting as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Motion to approve the Ground Lease for the Grove Society/Baker Block at Leota Park on a Farnsworth/Juergens motion. After discussion the motion was amended to include “Approval of the City Attorney” on all language, by Farnsworth/Juergens, unanimous. The main motion passed unanimously with the amendment.
Chair’s report on City actions – Chair Ringhand requested that the committee consider removing the lights on the ball fields in the park as the cost has become prohibitive for the amount of time they are used, $3,000.00 annual expense with $200.00 income to offset expense. Another option to consider is charging the Co-ed Team a higher rate to help compensate expense; add advertising to fencing in ball fields as previously proposed. Questions arose as to how often the lights are used and by whom. Chair Ringhand will seek more information for the next meeting.
City Administrator Dan Wietecha shared information about the Baseball & Softball programs. Currently most are breaking even and the City is not subsidizing them. The Baseball program for youth ages 4-12 is falling short by about $3,200.00, the City will not subsidize that expense this year. Dan will contact Jenny Katzenmeyer, Baseball Coordinator, for input on resolving the short fall, either by raising fees or eliminating expenses. Baseball Youth of Evansville, BYE, is another option for youth aged 10-12; community Sponsors are another option to explore.
Old Business – none.
New Business – none.
Motion to Adjourn by Farnsworth/Carlsen at 6:30 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Minutes: Public Safety: January 2010
Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville Police Department
10 W Church Street
MINUTES
Meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
Committee members present were Diane Roberts, Chair-Alderperson and Alderpersons Dennis Wessels and Barb Jacobson (arrived 6:02p.m.); City Administrator, Dan Wietecha; EMT Zachory Beaver and Coordinator Mary Beaver (arrived 6:30 p.m.); Citizens present: Dick Woulfe, Heather and Brian Halvensleben and Vladimir Vinarsky.
Motion to approve agenda as printed. Motion passed.
Motion to approve the December 2, 2009 regular meeting minutes as printed. Motion passed.
Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed -
Heather and Brian Halvensleben were present to discuss the snowmobile trail within city limits. Owner of private drive did not give permission for the trail use. Multiple pictures were presented showing trail use near house. Police Chief McElroy advised to call in snowmobilers who violate the trail and the department will attempt to respond to problems. Alderperson Jacobson advised that we need to look into the trail within the city limits.
Evansville Police Report –
Calls for service for December 2009 were 1227, up from 2008 of 831. License plate transactions were 57 in December with 875 for 2009. The Evansville Police Department has joined the ranks with the Janesville Police Department, Rock County Sheriff’s Department and other Rock County Law Enforcement agencies to promote the Crime Stoppers Program. Accreditation is still in the works.
Evansville Medical Service Report –
Coordinator Beaver stated that there were 348 runs for 2009, with 34 total runs in December and 1 run for 811. Mary attended the Senior Center for File of Life and Winter Safety. The 12 Lead Defibulator machines have been received. The State Plan will be updated along with training for usage.
Old Business –
Update on the Police Department Building Remodeling Project – Garage door now works. Antenna needs to be placed for better reception for portables. Department is having Internet problems.
Budget for the Police Department Remodeling Project - $4200 Budget Amendment, donations and rebates offset net increase $2,000 from original budgeted amount.
New Business -
Motion to approve Temporary “Class B” Wine License application for The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc for Evansville on February 6, 2010 for the Annual Chocolate Extravaganza at the Eager Economy Building, 5-9 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion to recommend to Common Council to approve replacing the double doors with one larger door and enlarging the opening to the EMS Garage. The door replacement would cost $5700 for the door only. Header and framing cost estimates are not in yet. A building permit is needed from the State. A budget amendment for $17,000 would be needed to replace the door. Motion to recommend to Common Council for a $17,000 budget amendment for the replacement of the door. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion to approve the sale of the squad car light bars to another police agency - The Delavan Police Department is interested in purchasing the light bars from Evansville Police Department. A proposal was submitted to Delavan and we are waiting for their response. Committee suggests to get the best price and use the money for purchasing equipment for the new squad. Motion to approve the sale of the squad car light bars. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Common Council to approve township contracts with the Evansville Emergency Medical Service. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend Officer Matthew Nankee to move from probationary status to permanent status. Motion passed.
Motion to approve the purchase of a laptop for Evansville Emergency Medical Service. Motion passed.
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 p.m. with the next meeting scheduled for February 3, 2010 at City Hall at 6:00 p.m. Motion passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Roberts, Chairperson
These minutes are not official until approved by Public Safety at their next regular meeting
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville Police Department
10 W Church Street
MINUTES
Meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
Committee members present were Diane Roberts, Chair-Alderperson and Alderpersons Dennis Wessels and Barb Jacobson (arrived 6:02p.m.); City Administrator, Dan Wietecha; EMT Zachory Beaver and Coordinator Mary Beaver (arrived 6:30 p.m.); Citizens present: Dick Woulfe, Heather and Brian Halvensleben and Vladimir Vinarsky.
Motion to approve agenda as printed. Motion passed.
Motion to approve the December 2, 2009 regular meeting minutes as printed. Motion passed.
Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed -
Heather and Brian Halvensleben were present to discuss the snowmobile trail within city limits. Owner of private drive did not give permission for the trail use. Multiple pictures were presented showing trail use near house. Police Chief McElroy advised to call in snowmobilers who violate the trail and the department will attempt to respond to problems. Alderperson Jacobson advised that we need to look into the trail within the city limits.
Evansville Police Report –
Calls for service for December 2009 were 1227, up from 2008 of 831. License plate transactions were 57 in December with 875 for 2009. The Evansville Police Department has joined the ranks with the Janesville Police Department, Rock County Sheriff’s Department and other Rock County Law Enforcement agencies to promote the Crime Stoppers Program. Accreditation is still in the works.
Evansville Medical Service Report –
Coordinator Beaver stated that there were 348 runs for 2009, with 34 total runs in December and 1 run for 811. Mary attended the Senior Center for File of Life and Winter Safety. The 12 Lead Defibulator machines have been received. The State Plan will be updated along with training for usage.
Old Business –
Update on the Police Department Building Remodeling Project – Garage door now works. Antenna needs to be placed for better reception for portables. Department is having Internet problems.
Budget for the Police Department Remodeling Project - $4200 Budget Amendment, donations and rebates offset net increase $2,000 from original budgeted amount.
New Business -
Motion to approve Temporary “Class B” Wine License application for The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc for Evansville on February 6, 2010 for the Annual Chocolate Extravaganza at the Eager Economy Building, 5-9 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion to recommend to Common Council to approve replacing the double doors with one larger door and enlarging the opening to the EMS Garage. The door replacement would cost $5700 for the door only. Header and framing cost estimates are not in yet. A building permit is needed from the State. A budget amendment for $17,000 would be needed to replace the door. Motion to recommend to Common Council for a $17,000 budget amendment for the replacement of the door. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion to approve the sale of the squad car light bars to another police agency - The Delavan Police Department is interested in purchasing the light bars from Evansville Police Department. A proposal was submitted to Delavan and we are waiting for their response. Committee suggests to get the best price and use the money for purchasing equipment for the new squad. Motion to approve the sale of the squad car light bars. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Common Council to approve township contracts with the Evansville Emergency Medical Service. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend Officer Matthew Nankee to move from probationary status to permanent status. Motion passed.
Motion to approve the purchase of a laptop for Evansville Emergency Medical Service. Motion passed.
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 p.m. with the next meeting scheduled for February 3, 2010 at City Hall at 6:00 p.m. Motion passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Roberts, Chairperson
These minutes are not official until approved by Public Safety at their next regular meeting
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Minutes; Plan Commission: December 2009
City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: Mason Braunschweig, Jim Brooks, Sandy Decker, Carol Endres, John Gishnock, Bill Hammann and Diane Roberts. Others Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha, City Clerk Judy Walton, City Planner John Stockham, Hans Paulson-27 W Main St-Evansville, Vladimir Vinarskiy-145 Joshua Dr-Evansville, and Chris Eager-120 Grove-Evansville.
3. Approval of agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to move Item 7A to follow 6A and approve the agenda. Motion approved 7-0.
4. Approval of minutes.
A. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes from November 2, 2009 regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion approved 7-0.
5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed. None
6. Public Hearings.
A. Conditional Use Permit - 204 W. Main Street. Stockham reviewed the layout of the property which includes a two car garage with room for two additional vehicles. Applicant, Chris Eager, explained the plans for the property including restoration of the exterior. He stated that the property is currently used as a duplex and that use would continue for at least one year. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:09 p.m. Braunschweig asked for and received confirmation from John Stockham that the required notices were made. There being no additional questions, Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to approve a CUP for a two-family residence at 204 W. Main Street and the waiver of the requirement for three parking stalls per unit. Motion approved 7-0.
B. Erosion Control Ordinance Amendment. Stockham reviewed the amendments contained in his staff report with the Commission. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:19 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:20 p.m. Gishnock suggested an additional amendment that would require City Engineer inspections for property that was contiguous to waterways. The Commission discussed whether this would be cost prohibitive for small projects and whether or not City Engineer inspections for more complex projects was currently addressed in the code. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to refer the Erosion Control Ordinance Amendment back to Unified Land Development Committee for further discussion. Motion approved 7-0.
C. Zoning Ordinance Amendment – Site Plan Review and Approval. Stockham directed the Commission to his staff report listing the proposed amendment exemptions. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:44 p.m. Several members of the Plan Commission stated their support for clarifying the ordinance language. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to approve and recommend for adoption the amendments to Section 130-201 Site Plan Review of the Zoning Ordinance, as recommended by staff and the ULDC Committee. Motion approved 7-0.
7. Other Action Items.
A. Site Plan Review - Karate America, 705 Brown School Road. Stockham stated there are no external changes with this site plan other than sign replacement. Applicant, Hans Paulson, stated his business has outgrown its current location and the Brown School Road location would be safer for students because they would not be crossing Main Street. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the site plan for the Karate America at 705 Brown School Road and the administrative waiver recommended by staff. Motion approved 7-0.
8. Report on other permitting activity by City Planner. Stockham stated there was nothing new to report. He explained the new ideas for a business directory sign. Wietecha added that the sign would be self-supporting.
9. Report on the Unified Land Development Code Committee. Hammann stated there was no meeting in November and none scheduled for December.
10. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission. None
11. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Hammann stated the errors on the maps are still being corrected.
12. Report on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations. None
13. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters. None
14. Enforcement Report. Wietecha stated that a silt fence was installed at the Matthias Pottery property.
15. Next regular meeting date. Monday, January 4, 2010
16. Adjournment. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to adjourn at 6:58 p.m. Motion approved 7-0.
Prepared by Judy Walton, City Clerk
The minutes are not official until approved by the Plan Commission at their next regular meeting.
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: Mason Braunschweig, Jim Brooks, Sandy Decker, Carol Endres, John Gishnock, Bill Hammann and Diane Roberts. Others Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha, City Clerk Judy Walton, City Planner John Stockham, Hans Paulson-27 W Main St-Evansville, Vladimir Vinarskiy-145 Joshua Dr-Evansville, and Chris Eager-120 Grove-Evansville.
3. Approval of agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to move Item 7A to follow 6A and approve the agenda. Motion approved 7-0.
4. Approval of minutes.
A. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes from November 2, 2009 regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion approved 7-0.
5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed. None
6. Public Hearings.
A. Conditional Use Permit - 204 W. Main Street. Stockham reviewed the layout of the property which includes a two car garage with room for two additional vehicles. Applicant, Chris Eager, explained the plans for the property including restoration of the exterior. He stated that the property is currently used as a duplex and that use would continue for at least one year. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:09 p.m. Braunschweig asked for and received confirmation from John Stockham that the required notices were made. There being no additional questions, Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to approve a CUP for a two-family residence at 204 W. Main Street and the waiver of the requirement for three parking stalls per unit. Motion approved 7-0.
B. Erosion Control Ordinance Amendment. Stockham reviewed the amendments contained in his staff report with the Commission. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:19 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:20 p.m. Gishnock suggested an additional amendment that would require City Engineer inspections for property that was contiguous to waterways. The Commission discussed whether this would be cost prohibitive for small projects and whether or not City Engineer inspections for more complex projects was currently addressed in the code. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to refer the Erosion Control Ordinance Amendment back to Unified Land Development Committee for further discussion. Motion approved 7-0.
C. Zoning Ordinance Amendment – Site Plan Review and Approval. Stockham directed the Commission to his staff report listing the proposed amendment exemptions. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:44 p.m. Several members of the Plan Commission stated their support for clarifying the ordinance language. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Brooks to approve and recommend for adoption the amendments to Section 130-201 Site Plan Review of the Zoning Ordinance, as recommended by staff and the ULDC Committee. Motion approved 7-0.
7. Other Action Items.
A. Site Plan Review - Karate America, 705 Brown School Road. Stockham stated there are no external changes with this site plan other than sign replacement. Applicant, Hans Paulson, stated his business has outgrown its current location and the Brown School Road location would be safer for students because they would not be crossing Main Street. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the site plan for the Karate America at 705 Brown School Road and the administrative waiver recommended by staff. Motion approved 7-0.
8. Report on other permitting activity by City Planner. Stockham stated there was nothing new to report. He explained the new ideas for a business directory sign. Wietecha added that the sign would be self-supporting.
9. Report on the Unified Land Development Code Committee. Hammann stated there was no meeting in November and none scheduled for December.
10. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission. None
11. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Hammann stated the errors on the maps are still being corrected.
12. Report on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations. None
13. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters. None
14. Enforcement Report. Wietecha stated that a silt fence was installed at the Matthias Pottery property.
15. Next regular meeting date. Monday, January 4, 2010
16. Adjournment. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to adjourn at 6:58 p.m. Motion approved 7-0.
Prepared by Judy Walton, City Clerk
The minutes are not official until approved by the Plan Commission at their next regular meeting.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Minutes; Park Board; December 2009
PARK & RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Monday, December 14, 2009, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand. Absent: Ron Carlsen.
Juergens/Modaff motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Juergens/Modaff motion to approve the minutes of the November 16 and December 2, 2009 meetings as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Amelia Royko Maurer, 342 S. Madison St., present to request winter park activities over the holidays. Park & Rec Board does not object to sleigh rides or skating, however, we do not have the resources or equipment to plow snow off the lake or tamp down snow on the roads for sleigh rides. Will check into availability of warming house and wood stove, liability insurance and use of snow mobiles to tamp down snow on lower park roads. Sleigh owners have their own liability insurance. No permits would be required for activities such as sleigh rides, sledding, skating; food sales, fire ring for bonfire, etc.
Chair’s report on City actions – none
Old Business – looked at landscape design that was submitted by John Gishnock.
New Business - none
Motion to Adjourn by Krueger/Modaff 6:25 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Monday, December 14, 2009, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand. Absent: Ron Carlsen.
Juergens/Modaff motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Juergens/Modaff motion to approve the minutes of the November 16 and December 2, 2009 meetings as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Amelia Royko Maurer, 342 S. Madison St., present to request winter park activities over the holidays. Park & Rec Board does not object to sleigh rides or skating, however, we do not have the resources or equipment to plow snow off the lake or tamp down snow on the roads for sleigh rides. Will check into availability of warming house and wood stove, liability insurance and use of snow mobiles to tamp down snow on lower park roads. Sleigh owners have their own liability insurance. No permits would be required for activities such as sleigh rides, sledding, skating; food sales, fire ring for bonfire, etc.
Chair’s report on City actions – none
Old Business – looked at landscape design that was submitted by John Gishnock.
New Business - none
Motion to Adjourn by Krueger/Modaff 6:25 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
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