City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Monday, February 1, 2010, 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 6:03 p.m. by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: Jim Brooks, Sandy Decker, Carol Endres, John Gishnock, and Diane Roberts. Members absent: Mason Braunschweig and Bill Hammann. Others Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha, City Clerk Judy Walton, City Planner John Stockham, John Morning, Ron Combs of Combs & Associates, and Janis Ringhand.
3. Approval of agenda. Roberts made a motion, seconded by Brooks to move Item #11 to follow Item 6B. Motion approved 5-0.
4. Approval of minutes.
A. Brooks made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes from January 4, 2010 regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion approved 5-0.
5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed. None
6. New Business
A. PUD Amendment (Rezoning) – Morning Ridge Condominiums. Stockham presented his staff report which included the description of the applicant’s request. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:09 p.m. Responding to a question about parking from Endres, John Morning stated there would be a double car garage for each unit. Brooks asked and received confirmation from John Stockham that the legally required notices were made. John Morning added that he has signatures from all the other condo owners, which would allow for this change. Brooks made a motion, seconded by Roberts to recommend to Common Council to amend the Morning Ridge PUD to allow conversion of 10 of the unbuilt, but approved, condominium units (i.e. five duplex buildings) in Morning Ridge from condominium owner to duplex rental and/or owner occupied units, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Report. Motion approved 5-0.
B. Preliminary Plat – Morning Ridge. No additional staff comments as they were covered in item 6A. Decker opened the public hearing at 6:11 p.m. No one spoke. Decker closed the public hearing at 6:12 p.m. Gishnock asked it if would be possible to have shared driveways. Ron Combs stated they could not as these units would be completely separate from the condo association. Roberts made a motion, seconded by Endres to recommend to Common Council to approve the preliminary plat to create five duplex lots in the undeveloped portion of Morning Ridge, subject to conditions listed in the Staff Report. Motion approved 5-0.
7. Ordinance Amendments. A public hearing date of March 1, 2010 was set.
8. Report on other permitting activity by City Planner. Stockham reported that activity continues to be slow. There have been a couple sign permits.
9. Report on the Unified Land Development Code Committee. None
10. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission. Decker stated that there was a nice attendance at the special meeting in January with a representative from the State Historical Society and the Preservation Specialist that is writing applications for the new historic district. They were surprised by the turn out of approximately 25 attendees, as staff usually out numbers the attendees.
11. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Janis Ringhand presented the future land use maps. She stated the Committee decided to wait on the 50 year plan due to possible transportation projects. The Commission requested a legend that would reflect all changes made to arrive at the current map, an outline of the extra-territorial boundary and a list of comp plan amendments that have been made in the last five years.
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. None
15. Next regular meeting date. Monday, March 1, 2010
16. Adjournment. Roberts made a motion, seconded by Endres to adjourn at 6:34 p.m. Motion approved 5-0.
Prepared by Judy Walton, City Clerk
The minutes are not official until approved by the Plan Commission at their next regular meeting.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Minutes: Public Works: February 2010
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday February 23rd, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call meeting to order at 6:02pm.
2. Roll call; Present were Janis Ringhand, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson, Dan Wietecha and Dave Sauer.
3. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
4. Motion to approve the minutes from the December 22nd, 2009 regular meeting by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
5. Citizen Appearances
a. Dan Emery – presented his issue with the snow removal ordinance. One of his properties was complained about and the snow was cleared by the city and he ultimately was billed for that service. The proposal by the landowner was that there be an extra step in the procedure the Public Works Dept. follows when it attempts to rectify complaints with the snow removal ordinance. The proposal was heard by the committee and will be discussed if feasible with staff and his comments will be taken under advisement.
6. Construction Updates - none
7. Site plan reviews - none
8. Communications from the City Engineer-
a. Update: County HWY C/Main Street project
i. Manhole and waterhole boxes replacement has been advertised. This part of the whole project is projected to be done April 19th and completed May 14th.
ii. State project (the road project) was bid today by DOT and Rock Road was low bidder.
b. Update: Waste water treatment facility (WWTF)
i. Discussion and possible motion to approve change order in regards to 11 items which results in a credit to the city in the amount of $21,169.78. Moved by Ringhand, seconded by Culbertson, passed unanimously.
ii. Instrumentation and control meeting this Thursday. A city employee who works at WWTF will be present.
iii. Geo-thermal wells have been drilled and are in.
iv. City engineer is still waiting on shop drawings from contractor in regards to the wind-turbine project.
c. Update: East Main Street Bridge – structural investigation and construction schedule
i. Property acquisitions did not occur by deadline and so the project is moved to next year. Investigations as to the structural integrity of the bridge will commence once the weather is appropriate.
d. US14 corridor study – The DOT has hired a consultant to do this study from HWY 92 at Brooklyn through to Janesville. The study will deal with the functionality of the road and long range improvements to the road.
9. Communications from the Public Works Director-
a. In reviewing year end budget items we are relatively good shape. Overall should be under budget.
10. New Business-
a. Potential ordinance to prohibit unauthorized use of refuse dumpsters. Culbertson and Braunschweig agreed to co-sponsor an ordinance dealing with this issue.
11. Old Business-
a. Update: eminent domain action related to the South Sixth St. detention pond.
12. Parks and Recreation Report
a. Lion’s club request for bicycle trail information – PW director to get map to the Park board chair.
b. Summary of the last meeting was given by the Park Board chair. Additionally a request has come to the park board regarding a memorial park bench to be placed and approval is needed in a timely manner due to the bench costs. Motion by Ringhand to approve these benches for placement in the park to be determined by Park Board, seconded by Culbertson, passed unanimously.
13. Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:47pm by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
Faithfully submitted by:
Mason Braunschweig,
Chair Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday February 23rd, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call meeting to order at 6:02pm.
2. Roll call; Present were Janis Ringhand, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson, Dan Wietecha and Dave Sauer.
3. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
4. Motion to approve the minutes from the December 22nd, 2009 regular meeting by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
5. Citizen Appearances
a. Dan Emery – presented his issue with the snow removal ordinance. One of his properties was complained about and the snow was cleared by the city and he ultimately was billed for that service. The proposal by the landowner was that there be an extra step in the procedure the Public Works Dept. follows when it attempts to rectify complaints with the snow removal ordinance. The proposal was heard by the committee and will be discussed if feasible with staff and his comments will be taken under advisement.
6. Construction Updates - none
7. Site plan reviews - none
8. Communications from the City Engineer-
a. Update: County HWY C/Main Street project
i. Manhole and waterhole boxes replacement has been advertised. This part of the whole project is projected to be done April 19th and completed May 14th.
ii. State project (the road project) was bid today by DOT and Rock Road was low bidder.
b. Update: Waste water treatment facility (WWTF)
i. Discussion and possible motion to approve change order in regards to 11 items which results in a credit to the city in the amount of $21,169.78. Moved by Ringhand, seconded by Culbertson, passed unanimously.
ii. Instrumentation and control meeting this Thursday. A city employee who works at WWTF will be present.
iii. Geo-thermal wells have been drilled and are in.
iv. City engineer is still waiting on shop drawings from contractor in regards to the wind-turbine project.
c. Update: East Main Street Bridge – structural investigation and construction schedule
i. Property acquisitions did not occur by deadline and so the project is moved to next year. Investigations as to the structural integrity of the bridge will commence once the weather is appropriate.
d. US14 corridor study – The DOT has hired a consultant to do this study from HWY 92 at Brooklyn through to Janesville. The study will deal with the functionality of the road and long range improvements to the road.
9. Communications from the Public Works Director-
a. In reviewing year end budget items we are relatively good shape. Overall should be under budget.
10. New Business-
a. Potential ordinance to prohibit unauthorized use of refuse dumpsters. Culbertson and Braunschweig agreed to co-sponsor an ordinance dealing with this issue.
11. Old Business-
a. Update: eminent domain action related to the South Sixth St. detention pond.
12. Parks and Recreation Report
a. Lion’s club request for bicycle trail information – PW director to get map to the Park board chair.
b. Summary of the last meeting was given by the Park Board chair. Additionally a request has come to the park board regarding a memorial park bench to be placed and approval is needed in a timely manner due to the bench costs. Motion by Ringhand to approve these benches for placement in the park to be determined by Park Board, seconded by Culbertson, passed unanimously.
13. Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:47pm by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand, passed unanimously.
Faithfully submitted by:
Mason Braunschweig,
Chair Public Works Committee
Monday, February 22, 2010
Minutes; Park Board; February 2010
PARK & RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Monday, February 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Ron Carlsen, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand. Absent: Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Juergens/Merritt motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Juergens/Krueger motion to approve the minutes of the January 18, 2010 meeting as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances – Albert Sarbacker, 441 Cherry St., present to discuss his position in favor of keeping the lights at the ball fields. Mr. Sarbacker was informed that the discussion was postponed to the March meeting in order to gather more information. He was invited back to the March meeting.
Dan Gillitzer was unable to attend the meeting due to illness; discussion on the Amphicar’s at the 4th of July Car Show. A motion by Krueger/Carlsen to allow the Amphicar’s on the Lake during the 4th of July Car Show, with the understanding that this is a special event and care must be taken on entry and exit so as not to promote shoreline erosion, unanimous.
David Ross, 239 W. Church St., and Murf Luebke, 13941 W. Elaine Dr., were present to discuss existing and proposed bike trails in the community, on behalf of the Lions Club. Mr. Ross explained that the Lions have been interested in a bike trail project since the 1970’s when a group of UW students did a conceptual plan of a trail along Allen’s Creek. They are aware that this could be a long term project and have contacted Phil Kress, who has worked on the Grove Forest Trail for the School, who also has an interest in bike trails. Mr. Ross proposed investigating an ad hoc committee of community and City members to further the establishment and planning of bike trails. Currently there are proposed bike trails and right of ways established in some newer subdivisions; the City applied for and received a multi-modal Transportation Grant a couple years ago, a map with proposed bike trails is in the Council Chambers. Chair Ringhand will forward this information to the Public Works Committee and Mayor for review.
Murf Luebke mentioned that the Lions Club has had preliminary discussion about building a shelter at one of the local parks. Park & Rec informed him that the Westside Park was in need of a shelter as that plan had been scrapped with the budget cuts the last two years. The discussion is very preliminary at this point, but the Lions are encouraged to consider a project of this type.
Old Business – none.
New Business – none.
Motion to Adjourn by Krueger/Carlsen at 6:30 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, March15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Monday, February 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville Council Chambers
Present: Ron Carlsen, Fred Juergens, Sue Merritt, Jerry Krueger, Janis Ringhand. Absent: Jeff Farnsworth, Rich Modaff.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Juergens/Merritt motion to approve agenda as printed, unanimous.
Juergens/Krueger motion to approve the minutes of the January 18, 2010 meeting as printed, unanimous.
Citizen appearances – Albert Sarbacker, 441 Cherry St., present to discuss his position in favor of keeping the lights at the ball fields. Mr. Sarbacker was informed that the discussion was postponed to the March meeting in order to gather more information. He was invited back to the March meeting.
Dan Gillitzer was unable to attend the meeting due to illness; discussion on the Amphicar’s at the 4th of July Car Show. A motion by Krueger/Carlsen to allow the Amphicar’s on the Lake during the 4th of July Car Show, with the understanding that this is a special event and care must be taken on entry and exit so as not to promote shoreline erosion, unanimous.
David Ross, 239 W. Church St., and Murf Luebke, 13941 W. Elaine Dr., were present to discuss existing and proposed bike trails in the community, on behalf of the Lions Club. Mr. Ross explained that the Lions have been interested in a bike trail project since the 1970’s when a group of UW students did a conceptual plan of a trail along Allen’s Creek. They are aware that this could be a long term project and have contacted Phil Kress, who has worked on the Grove Forest Trail for the School, who also has an interest in bike trails. Mr. Ross proposed investigating an ad hoc committee of community and City members to further the establishment and planning of bike trails. Currently there are proposed bike trails and right of ways established in some newer subdivisions; the City applied for and received a multi-modal Transportation Grant a couple years ago, a map with proposed bike trails is in the Council Chambers. Chair Ringhand will forward this information to the Public Works Committee and Mayor for review.
Murf Luebke mentioned that the Lions Club has had preliminary discussion about building a shelter at one of the local parks. Park & Rec informed him that the Westside Park was in need of a shelter as that plan had been scrapped with the budget cuts the last two years. The discussion is very preliminary at this point, but the Lions are encouraged to consider a project of this type.
Old Business – none.
New Business – none.
Motion to Adjourn by Krueger/Carlsen at 6:30 p.m., unanimous.
Next meeting Monday, March15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Minutes; Historic Preservation: January 2010
Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Minutes
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:00 P.M.
2nd Floor, City Hall
Present: Rich Modaff, Betsy Ahner, Steve Culbertson, Dennis Wessels, Steve Christens and John Decker
Absent: Rick Schuch
Also Present: John Stockham, Sandy Decker
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by chair Rich Modaff. Motion by Culbertson to waive the reading of the November 18, 2009 minutes and approve them as read. Second by Wessels. Motion carried.
Applications: There were no applications.
Old Business:
a. John Stockham was present to review and discuss the Evansville Historic Preservation Ordinances. He asked Commission members for their suggestions on items in the ordinance that needed updating. Items discussed include: 1) allow for a monthly meeting schedule, while making provisions for emergency situations. Currently the building inspector acts on emergency cases like roof repairs. 2) The ordinance should be clear and straightforward and should be examined from the applicant’s perspective. The clerk’s office is doing a better job of administering the program and alerting property owners to the requirements. The Commission has worked hard to build a spirit of cooperation and partnership with property owners, rather than an adversarial one. 3) The HPC doesn’t have an assigned staff person to work with property owners to help them assemble their info and educate them. The building inspector ends up acting as a policeman. 4) The ordinance has a maintenance component that requires property owners to maintain their property but it often ends up being used as a cheap rental and the ordinance is not enforced. 5) Procedures are needed to educate the public and get more information out to them. 6) The ordinance needs to fit the current practices.
John will review and update the ordinance and bring it back to the Commission for review. It will then go to the Unified Land Development Code Committee (ULDC) before going to the Planning Commission and City Council for a public hearing.
Administrative:
a. Grove Society – John and Steve are working to put up a picture rail in the museum room. That is the last of the woodwork to go up. They are waiting on the plumber to come in and connect the bathroom and the sink in the kitchenette area. The railing on the deck and ramp is finished. The building is almost ready for occupancy.
b. Nothing new to report on records management
c. Review of Open Meeting on 1/13/10 – Twenty-five people attended to hear the report on the work being done to create two new historical districts and place several buildings on the historic register. They asked a number of excellent questions but did express opposition to the new districts. Another public session will be held when Tim Heggland explains his work product. Then the nominations will go to the State Historical Society for approval. If they approve them and place the nominated properties on the State Register they will be forwarded to national for placement on the National Register. If a majority of property owners express opposition to the creation of districts it will not go forward but would remain classified as potentially eligible. Wessels expressed concern that Historic District property owners may not know that they have to comply with local ordinances.
d. Remembrance Day – the committee continues to work but it is still too far out to schedule the re-enactors.
Other Business:
Discover Wisconsin – the Design Committee has worked with them on the script and there will be a strong component in the show about historic Evansville. The show will air on June 11 and a premier party is being planned. It will be held in the park under a large tent and will be planned as a family friendly event. The committee is also working to develop a brochure because Discover Wisconsin goes to some trade shows and will take one piece of promotional material from Evansville. It will be a four-fold brochure with a map of a walking tour in the center.
Motion by Modaff to adjourn. Second by Wessels. Motion carried.
The minutes of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission are not official until approved by the Commission.
Minutes
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:00 P.M.
2nd Floor, City Hall
Present: Rich Modaff, Betsy Ahner, Steve Culbertson, Dennis Wessels, Steve Christens and John Decker
Absent: Rick Schuch
Also Present: John Stockham, Sandy Decker
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by chair Rich Modaff. Motion by Culbertson to waive the reading of the November 18, 2009 minutes and approve them as read. Second by Wessels. Motion carried.
Applications: There were no applications.
Old Business:
a. John Stockham was present to review and discuss the Evansville Historic Preservation Ordinances. He asked Commission members for their suggestions on items in the ordinance that needed updating. Items discussed include: 1) allow for a monthly meeting schedule, while making provisions for emergency situations. Currently the building inspector acts on emergency cases like roof repairs. 2) The ordinance should be clear and straightforward and should be examined from the applicant’s perspective. The clerk’s office is doing a better job of administering the program and alerting property owners to the requirements. The Commission has worked hard to build a spirit of cooperation and partnership with property owners, rather than an adversarial one. 3) The HPC doesn’t have an assigned staff person to work with property owners to help them assemble their info and educate them. The building inspector ends up acting as a policeman. 4) The ordinance has a maintenance component that requires property owners to maintain their property but it often ends up being used as a cheap rental and the ordinance is not enforced. 5) Procedures are needed to educate the public and get more information out to them. 6) The ordinance needs to fit the current practices.
John will review and update the ordinance and bring it back to the Commission for review. It will then go to the Unified Land Development Code Committee (ULDC) before going to the Planning Commission and City Council for a public hearing.
Administrative:
a. Grove Society – John and Steve are working to put up a picture rail in the museum room. That is the last of the woodwork to go up. They are waiting on the plumber to come in and connect the bathroom and the sink in the kitchenette area. The railing on the deck and ramp is finished. The building is almost ready for occupancy.
b. Nothing new to report on records management
c. Review of Open Meeting on 1/13/10 – Twenty-five people attended to hear the report on the work being done to create two new historical districts and place several buildings on the historic register. They asked a number of excellent questions but did express opposition to the new districts. Another public session will be held when Tim Heggland explains his work product. Then the nominations will go to the State Historical Society for approval. If they approve them and place the nominated properties on the State Register they will be forwarded to national for placement on the National Register. If a majority of property owners express opposition to the creation of districts it will not go forward but would remain classified as potentially eligible. Wessels expressed concern that Historic District property owners may not know that they have to comply with local ordinances.
d. Remembrance Day – the committee continues to work but it is still too far out to schedule the re-enactors.
Other Business:
Discover Wisconsin – the Design Committee has worked with them on the script and there will be a strong component in the show about historic Evansville. The show will air on June 11 and a premier party is being planned. It will be held in the park under a large tent and will be planned as a family friendly event. The committee is also working to develop a brochure because Discover Wisconsin goes to some trade shows and will take one piece of promotional material from Evansville. It will be a four-fold brochure with a map of a walking tour in the center.
Motion by Modaff to adjourn. Second by Wessels. Motion carried.
The minutes of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission are not official until approved by the Commission.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Minutes; Common Council: January 2010
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.
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.
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