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.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
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
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