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Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Minutes; Economic Development: Special Meeting: July 23, 2008

Economic Development Committee

Special Meeting
Tuesday, July 23, 2008, 10:45 am
City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin

MINUTES

I. Roll Call. Chair Tony Wyse called the meeting to order at 10:45. Present: Tony Wyse, Dave Olsen, Roger Berg, Janis Ringhand, and Rebecca DeMarb. Absent: Gene Bass and Matthias James. Also present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha and Dick Woulfe.

II. Approval of Agenda. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Olsen, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved unanimously.

III. Minutes of July 15, 2008, Meeting. Olsen made a motion, seconded by Ringhand, to defer the reading of the minutes until the next regular meeting. Motion approved unanimously.

IV. Citizen Appearances. None.

V. Economic Development Plan. The Committee noted that the latest draft of the Economic Development Plan reflects the comments made at the last meeting and that it was good to see the actual draft rather than voting on revisions. The Committee indicated that the consensus had been that the overall, number one goal is to decide on an organizational structure to actually be charged with the responsibilities of implementing the Economic Development Plan. The Committee intends to have that structure determined in the near future but did not want the entire plan to be delayed in the meantime, so several specific items have been slated for immediate action. DeMarb made a motion, seconded by Ringhand, to approve the Economic Development Plan as drafted. Motion approved unanimously.

VI. Adjournment. Berg made a motion, seconded by Olsen, to adjourn. Motion approved unanimously at 11:05.

Minutes; Public works: June 2008

Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1 Call the meeting to order @6:00pm

2 Roll Call- all present

3 Motion to Approve Agenda- passed unanimously

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; May 27, 2008. Passes unanimously

5 Citizen appearances

A Many citizens showed up in regards to South 6th Street water issues
1. Ken & Donna Johnson want something done, they feel pond is affecting their property in the Town of Union.
2. Barb Schrock wants the pond fenced
3. Reggie Bishop feels pond is a “farce.”
4. Art Schrock wonders if Town if Union is helping with the cost of the pond
5. Lisa Eaton said that when annexed developers promised the land would not be wet
6. Marilyn Bishop wants area sprayed for mosquitoes

6 Lake Leota - soil borings and other updates
A Soil borings results are in but not looked at yet
B Discussed volunteers taking down weeds

7 Site Plan Reviews
A Received heads up on Property on S. Union St.
B Cobblestone-

8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Historical lighting plan to be done week after July 4th
2. Signage to be aimed for end of July completion date
B County Trunk Highway M Progress Report - nothing
C Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report- nothing
D Westfield Meadows Progress Report- nothing
E Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report
1. Done with utility
2. August 15th estimated completion date for DOT

9 Communications from City Engineer –
A Update regarding draft ordinance of storm water utility
1. Council will hold public hearing
B Paving on Old 92 and Water Street
1. Project to be sent out for bids
C Main Street Bridge – public open house July 10
D Discussion and possible motion regarding intersection at J Lindemann and Highway 14
1. 3 options; (1) bypass lane, (2) 3 point roundabout, or (3) do nothing
2. Engineer directed to contact DOT about bypass lane

10 Communications of Public Works Director –
A Discussion and possible motion regarding change order for Madison Street Project
1. Motion to approve change order for additional concrete work at intersection of Madison and Main with no set amount- passed unanimously
B Temporary safety measures on Allen Creek at Spillway
1. Not permanent, but deemed needed.

11 New Business

12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)
1. Talked about at beginning of meeting
B Community Rating System (CRS) – site visit July 10

13 Parks and Recreation Report
A Summation of minutes from June 16th, 2008 meeting.

14 Adjourned

Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee

Friday, July 18, 2008

Minutes: Econ Dev: July 15, 2008

Economic Development Committee

Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 5:30 pm
Evansville High School, 640 S. Fifth Street, Evansville, Wisconsin

MINUTES

I. Roll Call. Chair Tony Wyse called the meeting to order at 5:30. Present: Tony Wyse, Gene Bass, Dave Olsen, Roger Berg, Janis Ringhand, James Otterstein, Rebecca DeMarb, and Matthias James. Also present: Mayor Sandy Decker, City Administrator Dan Wietecha, Chamber of Commerce Director Bridgit Larsen, consultant Judy Whalen, and members of the public.

II. Approval of Agenda. Bass made a motion, seconded by James, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved unanimously.

III. Minutes of June 17, 2008, Meeting. James made a motion, seconded by DeMarb, to waive the reading of the minutes and approve as presented. Motion approved unanimously.

IV. Citizen Appearances. None.

V. Chamber of Commerce Report. Bridgit Larsen said that the Chamber raffle tickets are on sale; the drawing will be August 2. The Chamber has recently hired a student through the Co-op program to help in the office. An August meeting is scheduled with the Agriculture and Life Sciences College at UW-Madison; last year they received major funding for bioenergy research from the Department of Energy.

VI. Madison Street Construction. Wyse reported that the rest of the concrete work at the Four Corners intersection and the curbs and gutter would be installed later this week; the asphalt paving is scheduled for the week of the 28th. The project is on schedule for substantial completion August 15.

VII. Economic Development Plan. The Committee discussed the draft Economic Development Plan. The eventual creation of a partnership alliance is critical to the success of the plan. Otterstein will provide summary information on different types of alliance structures for the next regular meeting. The Committee can then narrow the list for the organizational structures that merit further investigation, intending to have a final decision this fall. In the meantime, several of the action items can begin immediately. The draft will be revised to reflect the immediate actions while researching the alliance; a special meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, at 10:45 to consider the final Economic Development Plan.

VIII. Adjournment. Berg made a motion, seconded by Bass, to adjourn. Motion approved unanimously at 7:10.

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Minutes: Evansville Youth Center: June 19, 2008

EVANSVILLE YOUTH CENTER
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
June 19, 2008


• CALL TO ORDER 5:30pm

• ROLL CALL – Sandi Konkel, Erin Savaske, Rob Savaske, Desh Sherman Moeller and Tracy Schroeder
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Reviewed and approved as printed.
• Fundraiser Planning—The board finalized all details for the 4th of July fundraiser. Rob will order any food he can then email Tracy with the list. Tracy will then purchase anything else at Sam’s Club. The board and all kids riding in the parade will meet at the center at 9am on the 4th. Tracy will be getting a truck from Symdon to use in the parade. Tracy will get candy and already has ducky bracelets to throw. Everyone helping for youth day should be at the park at 12:30pm. We will be offering kickball, bounce house (from the Y), face painting (Tracy) and games. Concession list will be sent out and everyone should signup for what they can. The YMCA staff will be helping to cover Saturday and Sunday.

• Quacking update – Our new fundraiser has been going very well. The community has received it very well and there has been a lot of interest. Dave and Tina did all the duck patrol work until they left for vacation. Erin and Rob have taken over the majority of the moving and have reported that on one occasion all the ducks were ‘stolen’ and put at the pool. Erin and Rob did contact the police department to let them know what had happened—our main concern is just that the ducks are returned and not damaged so we can continue to use them.
• Financials—Desh presented the financials with nothing new to update. Everything came through as expected and there were no ‘surprises’ on either side of the budget. Desh presented the board with our revised 2008 budget. There had to be some cuts to salary (no raise for director), lower starting wage for assistant, program cuts (very minimal in this area), training costs cut and meeting costs cut. This will still leave us with a small over in revenue for the year, as long as fundraising goes as planned.

• Director’s report—Tracy presented the board with July’s calendar and May’s summary. Tracy focused on the upcoming 4th of July and what needed to be done. Tracy will work with the kids for what they need to do for the 4th.

• ADJOURN 6:30pm
These minutes are not official until approved by the EYC Advisory Board at the next meeting.

Minutes; Redevelopment: Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Evansville Redevelopment Authority
Board of Commissioners

Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 7:30 pm
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin

MINUTES

I. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm by Chair John Decker. Present: John Decker, Betsy Ahner, Tony Wyse, Barb Jacobson, Roger Roth and Tom Calley. Absent: Chris Eager. Also present: Executive Director Dan Wietecha and Mayor Sandy Decker.

II. Quorum. There being a majority of the commissioners present at call to order, a quorum was declared.

III. Agenda. Jacobson made a motion, seconded by Wyse, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved unanimously.

IV. Minutes. Wyse made a motion, seconded by Ahner, to approve the June 17 minutes as presented. Motion approved unanimously.

V. Old Business.
a. Advertising TID #5. The Board discussed plans for a promotional lunch for TID #5 property owners, entrepreneurs and prospective businesses. The best location is likely in UB&T’s conference room; the menu would likely be buffet-style, finger foods; presentation materials need to be prepared; and RSVP’s would help with a head count and any dietary restrictions.

VI. New Business.
a. Transit Oriented Development. John Decker reported on the South Central Wisconsin Commuter Transportation Study. Infrastructure and real estate decisions impact future development; planning is essential for future transit needs, both short- and long-term. Jacobson made a motion, seconded by Wyse, to explore funding opportunities and possible consultants for a transit-oriented development study. Motion approved unanimously.

b. Historic Murals. Jacobson mentioned seeing a number of historic murals done by a Black River Falls artist. Similar murals in Evansville could contribute to the pedestrian environment by bringing public art to the downtown while maintaining an appreciation of our local history. Calley made a motion, seconded by Jacobson, to refer the opportunity to the Economic Development Committee to consider as part of marketing of the Economic Development Plan. Motion approved unanimously.

VII. Suggestions for Future Agenda. No new items.

VIII. Adjournment. With no further business, Jacobson made a motion, seconded by Calley, to adjourn at 8:40 pm. Motion passed unanimously.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Minutes; Revised: Evansville/Union Implementation: July 7, 2008

EVANSVILLE UNION IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 7, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall


Chair Ringhand called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m..

Present: Bob Janes, Don Krajeck, Janis Ringhand & Bill Hammann

The agenda was accepted as printed on a Hammann/Krajeck motion, unanimous.

Minutes of the May 21, 2008 minutes were accepted as printed on Krajeck/Janes motion, unanimous.

Land uses and maps

Reviewed Evansville’s & Union Township’s Future Land Use Map. Examined areas that are different between the two maps. Discussed combining the two maps into one unified map.

Need to review utilities overlay maps and Rock County Future Land Use Map.

Discussed Town Islands and a path to eliminate.

Discussed boundary agreement and changes in state policy and involvement of Department of Administration.

Roadside mowing

Discussed mowing of properties adjacent to the city but still in the township. Rock County maintains any township property along Hwy. 14.

Examine township weed ordinance.

Miscellaneous items

Discussed option in filling Union townships vacancy on this committee.



Next meeting date, August 20, 2008, 6:00 p.m., City Hall

Adjourn at 7:15 p.m. on a Hammann/Krajeck motion.

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Minutes; Special Meeting Park Board: 6-27-2008: Re:Swimming Lessons Advertising Error re instructor certification

PARK & RECREATION BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Friday, June 27, 2007
Evansville City Hall Council Chambers


Meeting called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand. Present: Ron Carlsen, Fred Juergens, Jerry Krueger, Jeff Farnsworth, Janis Ringhand, Rick Hamacher. Absent: Sue Merritt & Rich Modaff. Also present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha.

Approval of the minutes of the June 16, 2008 meeting were deferred to the next regular meeting.

Agenda approved as printed on a Juergens/Farnsworth motion, unanimous.

Discussion on swimming lessons staff, schedule and advertising. The board discussed a letter to parents explaining and apologizing for an error in advertising that swimming lessons were taught by Red Cross certified instructors for session 1. Steps will be taken to obtain the Red Cross certification for the instructors who do not have certification yet. Session 2 will be taught by certified instructors, those not certified will assist as aids. By the time Session 3 starts, all instructors will be certified. On a Juergens/Carlsen motion a letter will be sent to parents explaining the error and the corrective measures that will be taken, unanimous.

Adjourned at 5:25 on a Juergens/Carlsen motion, unanimous.

Monday, July 14, 2008

Minutes: Evansville Police Commission: April 2008

EVANSVILLE POLICE COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
Common Council Chambers, Third Floor, City Hall
Evansville, Wisconsin
April 07, 2008
6:30 p.m.
1. Roll call.
Commissioners in attendance: Karen Aikman, Scott Brummond, Kim Miller, and Wally
Shannon. Absent: Commissioner Steve Hagen. Members present constituted a quorum.
Also present: City Administrator Daniel Wietecha; Police Chief Scott McElroy, Officer
Candidate, and Members of the General Public.
2. Approval of minutes.
Minutes of the Commission’s meeting of November 7, 2007 were reviewed. Motion was
made by Aikman to approve the minutes as distributed and seconded by Shannon. Motion was
approved by voice vote.
3. Citizen Appearances.
None.
4. Complaint Process and Forms.
Brummond asked if anyone objected to reviewing the revised complaint process and forms at
point of order four rather than seven as indicated in the agenda. Seeing no objections, the
committee proceeded. After discussion, the Committee tabled the matter so that issues
regarding the first three paragraphs of the statement of charges and the need for a notary in the
application itself could be reviewed and possibly revised.
5. Chief’s Report:
a. Hiring Process
Chief McElroy described the changes to the hiring process to the committee. If approved, the
changes would bring a greater degree of screening and updates to the hiring information sheet
used in the process.
In addition, there was a discussion regarding the degree of authority the Police Commission
has over the Chief regarding every step he takes along the hiring process used by the
Department after the process is approved. The committee agreed that it did not wish to
micromanage the Department and that its review of and approval (or disapproval) of
candidates after the chief determines who worthy candidates is sufficient control by the
Commission.
There was also a discussion regarding the use of laypersons on the hiring committee put
together by the Police Department. The Commission agreed that this is an appropriate thing to
do.
Commissioner Aikman asked for clarification regarding Sections D and F in the Hiring
Process and pointed out some typos. Chief McElroy explained the Sections and agreed to
amend the wording under sections D and F to make it clearer.
Commissioner Brummond moved to approve the changes to the Hiring Process as amended.
Seconded by Shannon. The Motion to approve proposed changes to disciplinary procedure as
amended was approved by voice vote.
b. Officer Appointments.
The committee discussed the proposed appointment of officers to fill vacant police Office
position(s). A Packet of information regarding candidates was received by the Commission
Members.
Brummond Moved for the Commission to go into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin
Statute Section 19.85(c) in order to discuss confidential information regarding candidates
proposed for appointment by the Chief to fill vacant position(s). Motion was approved by roll
call vote as follows:
Karen Aikman (
Yes)
Scott Brummond (
Yes)
Kim Miller (
Yes)
Wally Shannon (
Yes)
[Closed Session]
Brummond Moved for the Commission to leave closed session. Seconded by Miller. Motion
was approved by roll call vote as follows:
Karen Aikman (
Yes)
Scott Brummond (
Yes)
Kim Miller (
Yes)
Wally Shannon (
Yes)
Brummond moved to approve the recommended appointment of Christian Bennett as a full
time officer subject to a twelve month probationary period beginning on the date of hire,
Physical, Drug Screening, and Psychological Exam. Seconded by Aikman. Motion was
approved by voice vote.
Brummond moved to approve the recommended appointment of Benjamin Reimer as a part
time officer subject to a Physical, Drug Screening, and Psychological Exam. Seconded by
Miller. Motion was approved by voice vote.
Brummond moved to approve the recommended placement of candidate Cole Sargent on the
eligibility list for a full or part time position. Seconded by Shannon. Motion was approved by
voice vote.
6. Adjournment.
Motion to adjourn sine die by Miller, seconded by Aikman. Approved by voice vote.
Note: Minutes of the Commission are not official until approved by the Commission at a meeting
called and noticed for that purpose.

Minutes; Historic Presevation: Wed. June 18, 2008

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Minutes
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 7:00 P.M.
3rd Floor, City Hall

Present: Dennis Wessels, Rich Modaff, Steve Christens, Steve Culbertson, Rick Schuch,
Betsy Ahner Absent: John Decker
Also Present: Todd Culbertson, Walter Shannon, and Rose Helms

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by chair Rich Modaff. Motion by Steve Culbertson, second by Steve Christians to waive the reading of May 21, 2008 minutes and approve them as read. Motion carried.

Applications – Appearances

309 W. Main Street – application for garage door replacement. Motion by Steve Culbertson to accept the application. Second by Dennis Wessels. Motion carried and application approved.

131 S. Third Street –Wally Shannon showed drawings and explained the work that he wanted to do to enclose a porch on the west side of the home. The porch is built over the basement and when it rains, water leaks through the porch floor and into the basement. Vinyl windows and other details of a style that match the home’s architecture will be used. Motion by Dennis Wessels to accept the application, second by Steve Christens. Motion carried and application approved, with Ahner abstaining, as he is her employer.

1 W. Main Street – downtown sign application. Todd Culbertson showed an artist’s rendering and explained the type of sign that he wanted to use for his business, Rock N’Rolz. Motion to accept the application by Dennis Wessels, second by Steve Christen. Motion carried and application approved.

9 W. Main Street – Rose Helms, new owner of Evansville Floral showed an artist’s rendering and answered questions about the sign that she wanted to have for her business. No action could be taken, as this item was not on the agenda. It will be placed on the July agenda for consideration.

Old Business

1 East Main Street remains tabled.

33 S. Fourth Street – the owner has not returned chair Modaff’s calls to answer questions.

Administrative

a. Grove Society – fill is being hauled in and work interior work is starting on studding in the bathroom and walls. The goal is to have much of this done before the open house on July 6. Commission members are invited to attend the open house on that date from noon to 5:00 pm.
b. Redevelopment Authority – a luncheon for property owners is planned to inform them of assistance that may be available for projects within the TID.
c. Plaque program applications – none to consider
d. Management of HPC documents – nothing new to report
e. Additional historic districts – Tim Heggeland was not available to attend this meeting.
f. Historic Landmarks – nothing new to report

Other Business

WAHPC membership – Motion by Wessels, second by Steve Christens to pay $40 to renew the HPC’s membership for the coming year. Motion carried.

Correspondences - None

Comments and concerns – None

Motion by Dennis Wessels to adjourn. Second by Steve Culbertson. Motion carried and meeting adjourned.

The minutes of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission are not official until approved by the Commission.

Minutes; Evansville/Union Implementation Committee: June 21,2008

EVANSVILLE UNION IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 21, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall


Chair Ringhand called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m..

Present: Bob Janes, Don Krajeck, Janis Ringhand & Bill Hammann

The agenda was accepted as printed on a Hammann/Krajeck motion, unanimous.

Minutes of the May 21, 2008 minutes were accepted as printed on Krajeck/Janes motion, unanimous.

Land uses and maps

Reviewed Evansville’s & Union Township’s Future Land Use Map. Examined areas that are different between the two maps. Discussed combining the two maps into one unified map.

Need to review utilities overlay maps and Rock County Future Land Use Map.

Discussed Town Islands and a path to eliminate.

Discussed boundary agreement and changes in state policy and involvement of Department of Administration.

Roadside mowing

Discussed mowing of properties adjacent to the city but still in the township. Rock County maintains any township property along Hwy. 14.

Examine township weed ordinance.

Miscellaneous items

Discussed option in filling Union townships vacancy on this committee.



Next meeting date, August 20, 2008, 6:00 p.m., City Hall

Adjourn at 7:15 p.m. on a Hammann/Krajeck motion.

Monday, July 7, 2008

Minutes; Fire District; July 2008

EVANSVILLE COMMUNITY FIRE DISTRICT
Meeting Minutes
Regular Monthly Meeting
July 01, 2008
The regular monthly meeting of the Evansville Fire District Board of Trustee’s was held on July 01, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Evansville Fire Station.

Meeting called to order by acting President Dennis Wessels. Roll call was taken of those present.

Present Representing

Dan Janes Town of Union
Fern McCoy (Secretary/Treasurer) Town of Magnolia
Barbara Jacobson City of Evansville
Dennis Wessels (President) City of Evansville
Phil Hamilton Town of Porter
Jim Topel Town of Brooklyn – arrived 7:03 p.m.

Mike Halvensleben – Fire Chief
Gary Gard

Kendall Schneider - absent

JULY BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING

July meeting of the Evansville Fire District Board of Appeals called to order by acting President Dennis Wessels.

Present Representing

Dan Janes Town of Union
Fern McCoy (Secretary/Treasurer) Town of Magnolia
Barbara Jacobson City of Evansville
Dennis Wessels (President) City of Evansville
Jim Topel Town of Brooklyn – arrived 7:03 p.m.
Phil Hamilton Town of Porter

Mike Halvensleben – Fire Chief
Gary Gard

Kendall Schneider – absent

Appeal heard for user fee invoice 8048, fire alarm sounding at apartment complex. Nothing found at call. Fire alarms at complex checked and batteries changed twice annually. Calls made to complex are minimal. Motion made by Jacobson, 2nd by Janes, to reduce fee to $100.00. Motion carried with Hamilton voting against.

Board of Appeals meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. The Regular monthly meeting was called back into session.

Board of Appeals meeting re-opened after regular meeting for late arrival.

Appeal heard for user fee invoice 8043, gas odor at residence. Motion made by Jacobson, 2nd by Topel, to table appeal to the August 05, 2008 Board of Appeals meeting to allow appellant time to submit fee to insurance carrier. Motion carried.

Motion made by Hamilton, 2nd by McCoy, to adjourn Board of Appeals. Motion carried

MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING

Motion made by Hamilton, 2nd by McCoy, to accept minutes of June 03, 2008 district meeting as written. Motion carried.

2007 FINAL AUDIT

James Frechette, District auditor, presented final audit results to Board. Motion made by Hamilton, 2nd by Jacobson, to accept report as presented. Motion carried. Check held from April, 2008 payment of bills presented to Frechette for services rendered.

CONTINUING BUSINESS

Halvensleben stated DNR grant request was submitted today, July 01, 2008.

Motion made by Hamilton, 2nd by Janes, to approve MABAS agreement. Motion carried.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM CHIEF

No new communications to discuss.

NEW BUILDING / FIRE STATION

Footings of new station are in place. Foundation walls should be completed during the week of July 01. Building is scheduled to be delivered to site July 18, 2008, with erectors arriving July 21.

PAYMENT OF BILLS

Motion made by McCoy, 2nd by Topel, to accept July 01, 2008 payment of bills in the amount of $9,051.61. Motion carried.

Motion made by Topel, 2nd by Jacobson, to pay draw request through construction loan at M & I Bank in the amount of $95,968.00. Motion carried.

FIRE CALLS

Motion made by Hamilton, 2nd by McCoy, to accept fire calls 55, 56, 57, 60 and 62 as non-billable.
Motion carried.

USER FEE INVOICES

Invoices reviewed.

Motion made by Wessels, 2nd by Topel, to write-off finance charge for user fee invoice 7135 in the amount of $29.10. Motion carried.

Update letters from collection attorney were reviewed by Board. Discussion as to District policy of billing for multiple vehicle accidents was discussed. This will be added as agenda item to August 05, 2008 district meeting.

OTHER NON-ACTIONABLE BUSINESS PRESENTED TO BOARD

No non-actionable business presented to board.

Motion made by McCoy, 2nd by Jacobson, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.






The next regular meeting of the Evansville Community Fire Protection District will be August 05, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fire Station.

Agenda:

Board of Appeals Meeting
Minutes from the last meeting
Continuing Business
Communications from Chief
New Building / Fire Station
Billing Policy for Multiple Vehicle Auto Accidents
Payment of Bills
Fire Calls
User Fee Invoices
Other Non-Actionable Business Presented to Board
Adjournment

TO AVOID A $500.00 USER FEE, CALL 757-2244 FOR ALL CONTROLLED BURNS

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Minutes: Public Safety: June 4, 2008

Public Safety Committee
Wednesday June 4th, 2008
Regular Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Room
31 S Madison Street

MINUTES

1. Call to Order—Meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.

2. Roll Call—Members present: Chairperson Roberts, Alderpersons Sornson and Wessels, Mary
Beaver, EMS Coordinator, Scott McElroy, Police Chief, and Sandy Decker, Mayor. Others present: Sarah Groll, Linda Church, Tom Calley, and Greg Ardission.

3. Citizen Appearances other than agenda items—None

Agenda items 8(d) and 8(e) moved to appear after item 3.

8. New Business (items d & e only) –
d. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to recommend approval of the Temporary
(Picnic) Class “B” Beer Retailer’s License Application for Evansville Community
Partnership, Thomas Calley, Secretary, 8 W Main Street, Evansville, WI 53536 for the
July 4th Festivities. Motion passed.

e. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to recommend approval of the Temporary Operator
Licenses for the Evansville Community Partnership July 4th Festivities per attached listing. Motion passed.
4. Evansville Police Report—Chief McElroy stated that there were 1106 call for service, an increase
of 305 from last year. There were 108 vehicle license transactions in May 2008. Christian
Bennett is in training as a full time officer; and Ben Reimer is training as a part time officer.

5. Evansville Medical Service Report—Mary Beaver, EMS Coordinator stated that there were 31
runs in May and 163 runs to date. License renewals for EMT’s and the Provider License for the
City are complete.

6. Old Business –
a. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels, to approve Sarah Groll’s Operator License. Motion
passed.

8. New Business –
a. Motion by Wessels to approve a request for a stop sign on Badger and/or Evans Drive near the roundabout. Motion failed for lack of a second.

b. Motion by Wessels to approve a Slow Children at Play sign near the residence of 474 East Main Street. Motion failed for lack of a second.

c. Motion by Wessels, seconded by Sornson to approve Pete’s Inn request for their annual Anniversary Party and 3rd Annual Chamber Event August 2nd through August 8th. Motion passed.

d. (Agenda item moved to appear after item 3)

e. (Agenda item moved to appear after item 3)

f. The committee chairperson requested the Police Chief, Scott McElroy, to take a moment to remind all establishments that our police department personnel are required to perform a walk-through as a condition of renewing Alcohol Beverage Licenses and it would be appreciated if the businesses would cooperate with this in the future before continuing with the meeting.
1. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to approve the Class “B” Beer/ “Class B” Liquor License for Pete’s Inn Inc., Linda A. Church, Agent d/b/a Pete’s Inn Inc. Motion carried.

2. (Amended agenda item to move after f 4) Motion by Wessels, second by Sornson, to amend the agenda and move #2 agenda item Outlaw, Inc., Craig A. Walmer, Agent, d/b/a Evansville Bowl, from original motion to appear after f 4. Amendment passed.

3. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to approve the Class “B” Beer/ “Class B” Liquor License for Romano’s Pizza, Francesco Romano, Agent, d/b/a Romano’s Pizza. Motion carried.

4. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to approve the Class “B” Beer/”Class B” Liquor License for Veterans Memorial Post 6905, Gordon Ringhand, Agent, d/b/a VFW Memorial Post #6905. Motion passed.

5. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson, to recommend license renewal for Outlaw Inc, Craig A. Walmer, Agent, with a letter of follow-up regarding the Wisconsin Alcohol Beverage and Tobacco laws for Retailers for failing to properly follow guidelines enclosed. Motion carried.

g. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels to approve the Class “B” Beer/ “Class B” Liquor
License for The Night Owl Food & Spirits Inc., Gregory P Ardisson, Agent, d/b/a The Night Owl Food & Spirits Inc. contingent upon passing the City Building Inspector’s reinspection by June 30, 3008. Motion passed.

h. Motion to recommend to Council approval of Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “A” Beer/”Class A” Liquor License for:

1. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the Class “A” Beer/”Class A” Liquor License for Kopecky’s Worldwide Foods Inc., James D Kopecky, Agent, d/b/a Kopecky’s Piggly Wiggly. Motion passed.

2. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the Class “A” Beer/”Class A” Liquor License for Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc. , Bradley N Goodspeed, Agent, and Sheryl A, d/b/a Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc. Motion passed.

3. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the Class “A” Beer/”Class A” Liquor License for Francois Oil Co Inc., Steven J Merry, Agent , d/b/a The Grove Quik Mart. Motion passed.

i. Motion to recommend to Council approval of Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “A” Beer License for:

1. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the Class “A” Beer License for Madison Street Express Inc., Parminder K. Sekhon, Agent, d/b/a All “N One. Motion passed.

2. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the Class “A” Beer License for Landmark Services Cooperative, Wayne Prisk, Agent, d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store of Evansville. Motion passed.

j. Motion to recommend to Council approval of Alcohol Beverage License Application for
a “Class C” Wine License for:

1. Motion by Roberts, seconded by Sornson to approve the “Class C” Wine License for Real Coffee LLC., Susan B Finque, Agent , d/b/a Real Coffee LLC. Motion passed.

k. Motion by Roberts, second by Wessels, to move agenda item k (4) from the list of operator’s requesting approval for discussion. Motion passed. (Agenda item #4 of list moved to appear after k 19)

Motion by Roberts, seconded by Wessels, to approve the request for an operator license for agenda item 1-3 and 5-19 for Thomas J. Calley, Kyle R, Schulz, Michael J. Ash, Brenda L. Poteat, Ramona T. Clark-Spatola, Nicole M. Huff, Susanne L. Kuhl-Tucker, Tina M. Vogt, Jennie Lee Tsaralunge, Penny J. Faulkner, Gloria J. Moyer, Joan M. McCaslin, Deanna M. Elmer, Candace L. Andrews, Caterina Romano, Jessica A. Frank, Mary A. Bailey, and LeAnn M. Alf. Motion passed.

Motion by Roberts, second by Wessels, to approve the request for an operator’s license for Peter J. Wojciechowski. Motion failed.

10. Next meeting date is July 2nd, 2008 at 6:00 pm. Motion by Wessels, seconded by Sornson to adjourn at 7:07 p.m. Motion Passed.

Submitted by Diane Roberts, Chairperson

There Minutes are not official until approved by Public Safety at their next regular meeting