Water & Light Committee
Regular Meeting
Wednesday February 24, 2010, 5:30 p.m.
Water & Light Shop, 15 Old Highway 92, Evansville, Wisconsin
MINUTES
I. Roll Call. Called to order at 5:30 pm. Present: Chair Thomas Cothard, Todd Culbertson and Janis Ringhand. Also present: Superintendent Scott George.
II. Approval of Agenda. Motion by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand to approve the agenda as printed. Motion Carried.
III. Minutes of January 27, 2010 Meeting. Motion by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand to approve the minutes as presented. Motion Carried.
IV. Customer Concerns. None
V. Chair Report:
a. Motion by Culbertson, seconded by Ringhand to approve Utility bill write-off in the amount of $258.11 for account 15-3640-09. Motion Carried.
VI. Superintendent Report:
a. After discussion on the park field lights, the committee decided to check with the WI Public Service Commission to see what options are available.
b. South Loop is almost complete, just clean-up left to do; this will be done in the spring.
VII. WPPI Report: Written handout from A. Rankin
VIII. Old Business: None
IX. New Business: None
X. Motion to Adjourn: Motion Ringhand, seconded by Culbertson to adjourn at 6:00 p.m. Motion Carried.
Submitted by Thomas Cothard, Committee Chairperson
Next meeting March 31, 2010, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Minutes; Public Works: March 2010
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday March 23rd, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call meeting to order at 6:02.
2. Roll call – Janis Ringhand not present, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson, Dave Sauer and Dave Wartenweiler present.
3. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Culbertson, seconded by Braunschweig, passed.
4. Motion to approve the minutes from the February 23rd, 2010 regular meeting by Culbertson, seconded by Braunschweig, passed.
5. Citizen Appearances – none.
6. Construction Updates – none.
7. Site plan reviews – none.
8. Communications from the City Engineer-
a. Discussion and possible motion to approve the bid for Main St./ Fourth St. utility work.
i. Motion to approve bid in the amount of $18,376.00 for contract ‘10EV-1’ to G. Fox and Son for the Main St./Fourth St. project by Culbertson; seconded by Braunschweig; roll call vote; passed unanimously.
b. Discussion and possible motion regarding the posting of weight limits on the East Main St. Bridge.
i. Committee weighed the options of a steel degradation study involving the cutting away of a 1’x8’ strip of concrete, which may result in the closing of the bridge to certain size vehicles versus simply closing the bridge to traffic from vehicles of a certain size. Proposed ordinance language may be forwarded to the Public Safety committee.
c. Update on WWTF and wind turbine
i. Turbine- drawings have been seen by city engineer. Contractors to be on site in April.
ii. WWTF- everything is moving forward.
9. Communications from the Public Works Director-
a. Discussion and possible motion regarding Emerald Ash Borer regulations and/or ordinance.
i. No ordinance at this meeting but will come up with “Tree Board” ordinance in due time.
b. Summer help discussion: back next month.
c. Public Works Director’s monthly expenditure report:
i. Increased fee on bobcat contract of $1,200 (one-time charge). PW full monthly budget sheet shown to committee.
10. New Business- none
11. Old Business-
a. Update: eminent domain action related to the South Sixth St. detention pond.
12. Parks and Recreation Report
a. No report this evening.
13. Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:36 by Culbertson; seconded by Braunschweig; passed.
Faithfully submitted:
Mason Braunschweig
Chair Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday March 23rd, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
1. Call meeting to order at 6:02.
2. Roll call – Janis Ringhand not present, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson, Dave Sauer and Dave Wartenweiler present.
3. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Culbertson, seconded by Braunschweig, passed.
4. Motion to approve the minutes from the February 23rd, 2010 regular meeting by Culbertson, seconded by Braunschweig, passed.
5. Citizen Appearances – none.
6. Construction Updates – none.
7. Site plan reviews – none.
8. Communications from the City Engineer-
a. Discussion and possible motion to approve the bid for Main St./ Fourth St. utility work.
i. Motion to approve bid in the amount of $18,376.00 for contract ‘10EV-1’ to G. Fox and Son for the Main St./Fourth St. project by Culbertson; seconded by Braunschweig; roll call vote; passed unanimously.
b. Discussion and possible motion regarding the posting of weight limits on the East Main St. Bridge.
i. Committee weighed the options of a steel degradation study involving the cutting away of a 1’x8’ strip of concrete, which may result in the closing of the bridge to certain size vehicles versus simply closing the bridge to traffic from vehicles of a certain size. Proposed ordinance language may be forwarded to the Public Safety committee.
c. Update on WWTF and wind turbine
i. Turbine- drawings have been seen by city engineer. Contractors to be on site in April.
ii. WWTF- everything is moving forward.
9. Communications from the Public Works Director-
a. Discussion and possible motion regarding Emerald Ash Borer regulations and/or ordinance.
i. No ordinance at this meeting but will come up with “Tree Board” ordinance in due time.
b. Summer help discussion: back next month.
c. Public Works Director’s monthly expenditure report:
i. Increased fee on bobcat contract of $1,200 (one-time charge). PW full monthly budget sheet shown to committee.
10. New Business- none
11. Old Business-
a. Update: eminent domain action related to the South Sixth St. detention pond.
12. Parks and Recreation Report
a. No report this evening.
13. Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:36 by Culbertson; seconded by Braunschweig; passed.
Faithfully submitted:
Mason Braunschweig
Chair Public Works Committee
Monday, March 22, 2010
Minutes; Evansville Implementation: March 2010
EVANSVILLE UNION IMPLEMENTATION MEETING
Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall
Present: John Sornson, Don Krajeck, Janis Ringhand, Eric Larsen. Absent: Bill Hammann, Bob Janes.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Approve the agenda as printed, on a motion by Sornson/Krajeck, unanimous
Approve the minutes of Dec 16, 2009 meeting, on a motion by Larsen/Sornson, unanimous.
Discussion on Evansville & Union Plan Commission decisions on FULU map updates. Committee members were disappointed that the city decided not to approve the map as presented in a timely fashion.
Future meetings will be determined by need until the City finishes its 6 month review of the Hwy 14 corridor.
New Business - Concerns for possible future rail transportation between Evansville & Madison. Transparency of decisions on the behalf of the Council on their intent for future land use.
Motion to adjourn at 6:30 on a Krajeck/Larsen, unanimous.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall
Present: John Sornson, Don Krajeck, Janis Ringhand, Eric Larsen. Absent: Bill Hammann, Bob Janes.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Approve the agenda as printed, on a motion by Sornson/Krajeck, unanimous
Approve the minutes of Dec 16, 2009 meeting, on a motion by Larsen/Sornson, unanimous.
Discussion on Evansville & Union Plan Commission decisions on FULU map updates. Committee members were disappointed that the city decided not to approve the map as presented in a timely fashion.
Future meetings will be determined by need until the City finishes its 6 month review of the Hwy 14 corridor.
New Business - Concerns for possible future rail transportation between Evansville & Madison. Transparency of decisions on the behalf of the Council on their intent for future land use.
Motion to adjourn at 6:30 on a Krajeck/Larsen, unanimous.
Minutes; Eager Free Library Trustees: Februry 2010
EAGER FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MEETING MINUTES FOR 23 FEB 10
1. Call to Order.
Susan Kruser called the meeting to order at 5:37pm. Trustees present: Vicki Lecy-Luebke, Susan Kruser, Kim Miller. Trustees absent: Wally Shannon, Eloise Eager, Johanna Lema, Gwen Clendenning. Also present: Library Director Kathi Kemp and City Council member Tony Wyse.
2. Approval of January Minutes.
K. Miller made a motion to approve the Jan minutes. S. Kruser seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Motion carried.
3. Approval of February Bills.
The annual Millennium payment (for the shared library system) occurred this month. There were also several once-a-year purchases (such as book processing supplies) made this month. There are 1-2 new patrons signing up for cards every day. V. Lecy-Leubke moved to approve payment of the February bills as presented. K. Miller seconded. Roll call vote: Aye: V. Lecy-Luebke, K. Miller and S. Kruser. None opposed. Motion carried.
4. Librarian’s Report.
“The One Book-One Town” selection is Sun, Stones and Shadows. The kick off theme will be “Eager Free Gets Surreal!” and there are plans to highlight local artist John Wilde. K. Kemp is arranging for a Chazen docent to give a talk and have someone lead a discussion on the first 2 stories in the book. Discussing plans with the Friends group regarding food. K. Kemp would also like to show a surreal type classic movie. A high school study night and Family night are planned for March.
K. Kemp has a few comments to ad to the Goals and Objective document and then will send to the Board. Would like to discuss and approve at the next meeting. K. Kemp has been checking into insurance of the library books and contents. At this time K. Kemp recommends keeping the insurance at the same level for books and contents. Still a few items to be evaluated.
We received money from a few different grants though the Arrowhead Library System. One is for the purchase of new technology to assist job seekers. K. Kemp purchased a computer, monitor and keyboard. Job seekers will always have priority for this computer. Arrowhead is planning library staff training to assist patrons who are job seeking. Plan to partner with social services. We received an accessibility grant for making computers more user friendly. Also received a grant that was used to purchase $300 in print materials (primarily GED books) for job seekers.
V. Lecy-Luebke made a motion to purchase 2 computers through Star Tech not to exceed $1200. Roll call vote: Aye: V. Lecy-Luebke, K. Miller and S. Kruser. None opposed. Motion carried.
5. Adjourn.
V. Lecy-Leubke moved to adjourn. K. Miller seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Meeting adjourned at 7:15pm.
Next meeting in 23 March 2010 at 5:30pm.
Minutes prepared by Board Secretary K. Miller
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MEETING MINUTES FOR 23 FEB 10
1. Call to Order.
Susan Kruser called the meeting to order at 5:37pm. Trustees present: Vicki Lecy-Luebke, Susan Kruser, Kim Miller. Trustees absent: Wally Shannon, Eloise Eager, Johanna Lema, Gwen Clendenning. Also present: Library Director Kathi Kemp and City Council member Tony Wyse.
2. Approval of January Minutes.
K. Miller made a motion to approve the Jan minutes. S. Kruser seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Motion carried.
3. Approval of February Bills.
The annual Millennium payment (for the shared library system) occurred this month. There were also several once-a-year purchases (such as book processing supplies) made this month. There are 1-2 new patrons signing up for cards every day. V. Lecy-Leubke moved to approve payment of the February bills as presented. K. Miller seconded. Roll call vote: Aye: V. Lecy-Luebke, K. Miller and S. Kruser. None opposed. Motion carried.
4. Librarian’s Report.
“The One Book-One Town” selection is Sun, Stones and Shadows. The kick off theme will be “Eager Free Gets Surreal!” and there are plans to highlight local artist John Wilde. K. Kemp is arranging for a Chazen docent to give a talk and have someone lead a discussion on the first 2 stories in the book. Discussing plans with the Friends group regarding food. K. Kemp would also like to show a surreal type classic movie. A high school study night and Family night are planned for March.
K. Kemp has a few comments to ad to the Goals and Objective document and then will send to the Board. Would like to discuss and approve at the next meeting. K. Kemp has been checking into insurance of the library books and contents. At this time K. Kemp recommends keeping the insurance at the same level for books and contents. Still a few items to be evaluated.
We received money from a few different grants though the Arrowhead Library System. One is for the purchase of new technology to assist job seekers. K. Kemp purchased a computer, monitor and keyboard. Job seekers will always have priority for this computer. Arrowhead is planning library staff training to assist patrons who are job seeking. Plan to partner with social services. We received an accessibility grant for making computers more user friendly. Also received a grant that was used to purchase $300 in print materials (primarily GED books) for job seekers.
V. Lecy-Luebke made a motion to purchase 2 computers through Star Tech not to exceed $1200. Roll call vote: Aye: V. Lecy-Luebke, K. Miller and S. Kruser. None opposed. Motion carried.
5. Adjourn.
V. Lecy-Leubke moved to adjourn. K. Miller seconded. All in favor, none opposed. Meeting adjourned at 7:15pm.
Next meeting in 23 March 2010 at 5:30pm.
Minutes prepared by Board Secretary K. Miller
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Minutes; Park Board: March 2010
PARK & REC BOARD MINUTES
Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
Present: Jeff Farnsworth, Jerry Krueger, Fred Juergens, Rich Modaff, Janis Ringhand. Staff: Ray Anderson & Rick Hamacher. Absent: Ron Carlsen & Sue Merritt. Several Citizens.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Approve agenda on a Juergens/Modaff motion, unanimous
Approve minutes of the February 15, 2010 meeting on a Farnsworth/Modaff motion, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Rod Courtier present for SOLE – Looking for location for a monument for Lake Leota from cut out v-notch in dam. Ray Anderson will meet with Rod to locate an area that will be compatible. Fred Juergens is concerned about how it will be supported; Rod stated that Kyle Allen will check with Lycon Concrete Company about a base that will support the weight and shape.
Discussion on ball field lights – John Rasmussen was present to discuss the city charges for lights. Affects of removing lights – affects ball leagues, co-ed softball, soccer, relay for life, 4th of July, park store and pool will be affected, kids and family’s will not participate in park activities. Removing would be a grave mistake, as for cost, we are in the middle to high range with other communities. $5.90 per hour is the actual cost of electricity used; the base fee is $275.00 per month. Change in base rate would have to go thru Public Service Commission (PSC). Park could charge a small fee to recover energy cost. Lights could be addressed at next PSC rate hearing so that the City would own them instead of Water & Light. Changes that would occur with a rate case – electrical rate would triple for energy cost, customer cost would be $7.00 per month, city would have to maintain them, basically change bulbs ($15.00 each), typically about 12 bulbs per year, overall savings would be about 2/3’s of current cost. Rate cases are about $10,000.00 to request change. Rod Courtier questioned the cost of maintenance on the ball field light power house, John stated that it is minor in cost. John wrote a policy on ball field use, restricting the use and timing of turn on, he is not sure if it is still around. There is a policy for keys and use. Jon Frye thanked John Rasmussen for his research on helping resolve the light situation. Fred questioned what the alternatives are for the ball leagues? Jon stated they could play earlier, but it would be difficult. Farnsworth motion to recommend that W&L donate lights to the City of Evansville to restructure the fees for ball field lighting and Public Works to accept the donation, second by Modaff, unanimous.
Park Maintenance Report - Ray Anderson reported that clean up of branches is in progress.
Location of benches from Waller’s - there is an existing bench near scout house, would like to replace old bench. Ray commented that we don’t want to disturb roots on oak tree. Existing benches were installed in the 70’s by John Jones as an upgrade to the park. Will work with John Gishnock, Landscape Designer, for best fit of benches in the landscape plan.
Aquatic report – Rick Hamacher reported that the Park Store will not be rented this year, Health Dept. will not allow us to rent the store under our current license. Motion by Modaff to give Rick the authority to hire staff for the 2010 pool season, second by Farnsworth, unanimous.
Landscaping design - Connors Williams, Eagle Scout candidate, present to discuss handicap pier location and progress. Public Works had indicated at their last meeting that they are satisfied with the original location of the pier. Connor presented information about the pier size and cost from Quam Motor Sports. The cost is higher than originally anticipated, Connor will attempt to get the price lowered and seek donations. It was mentioned that the Antes Fund or Lake Leota Fund might be able to provide some funding. Connor will keep us updated on progress.
It is time to start landscaping; Janis will contact John Gishnock to get started. Funds are available from Lake Leota and Antes Fund; no City Park funds are available at this time.
Antes Fund – Janis stated that about $2,500 remains from last years allocation and $4,600.00 is available again this year. There has been an addition to the fund of $124,000.00 by Jackie Marshall, friend of Margaret Antes. Motion by Modaff/Farnsworth to allocate $3,000.00 from Antes Fund to move and restore Antes Cabin, with approval and collaboration of Historic Pres & Grove Society, unanimous. Juergens/Modaff motion to put balance of Antes Fund into landscaping around Lake Leota, unanimous.
Old Business – Creek Walls – Budget allocation of $15,000.00, check on bidding process if required, Kendall Wethal is interested in work.
New Business – Jeff Farnsworth & Kyle Allen are planning a creek clean up on May 22, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., from spillway to N. Madison St. bridge. Lions Club and others will help with process. DNR has approved project as long as habitat is not disturbed.
Motion to adjourn by Farnsworth/Modaff at 7:30 p.m., unanimous.
Submitted by Janis Ringhand, Park & Rec Chair
Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
Present: Jeff Farnsworth, Jerry Krueger, Fred Juergens, Rich Modaff, Janis Ringhand. Staff: Ray Anderson & Rick Hamacher. Absent: Ron Carlsen & Sue Merritt. Several Citizens.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Ringhand.
Approve agenda on a Juergens/Modaff motion, unanimous
Approve minutes of the February 15, 2010 meeting on a Farnsworth/Modaff motion, unanimous.
Citizen appearances - None
Rod Courtier present for SOLE – Looking for location for a monument for Lake Leota from cut out v-notch in dam. Ray Anderson will meet with Rod to locate an area that will be compatible. Fred Juergens is concerned about how it will be supported; Rod stated that Kyle Allen will check with Lycon Concrete Company about a base that will support the weight and shape.
Discussion on ball field lights – John Rasmussen was present to discuss the city charges for lights. Affects of removing lights – affects ball leagues, co-ed softball, soccer, relay for life, 4th of July, park store and pool will be affected, kids and family’s will not participate in park activities. Removing would be a grave mistake, as for cost, we are in the middle to high range with other communities. $5.90 per hour is the actual cost of electricity used; the base fee is $275.00 per month. Change in base rate would have to go thru Public Service Commission (PSC). Park could charge a small fee to recover energy cost. Lights could be addressed at next PSC rate hearing so that the City would own them instead of Water & Light. Changes that would occur with a rate case – electrical rate would triple for energy cost, customer cost would be $7.00 per month, city would have to maintain them, basically change bulbs ($15.00 each), typically about 12 bulbs per year, overall savings would be about 2/3’s of current cost. Rate cases are about $10,000.00 to request change. Rod Courtier questioned the cost of maintenance on the ball field light power house, John stated that it is minor in cost. John wrote a policy on ball field use, restricting the use and timing of turn on, he is not sure if it is still around. There is a policy for keys and use. Jon Frye thanked John Rasmussen for his research on helping resolve the light situation. Fred questioned what the alternatives are for the ball leagues? Jon stated they could play earlier, but it would be difficult. Farnsworth motion to recommend that W&L donate lights to the City of Evansville to restructure the fees for ball field lighting and Public Works to accept the donation, second by Modaff, unanimous.
Park Maintenance Report - Ray Anderson reported that clean up of branches is in progress.
Location of benches from Waller’s - there is an existing bench near scout house, would like to replace old bench. Ray commented that we don’t want to disturb roots on oak tree. Existing benches were installed in the 70’s by John Jones as an upgrade to the park. Will work with John Gishnock, Landscape Designer, for best fit of benches in the landscape plan.
Aquatic report – Rick Hamacher reported that the Park Store will not be rented this year, Health Dept. will not allow us to rent the store under our current license. Motion by Modaff to give Rick the authority to hire staff for the 2010 pool season, second by Farnsworth, unanimous.
Landscaping design - Connors Williams, Eagle Scout candidate, present to discuss handicap pier location and progress. Public Works had indicated at their last meeting that they are satisfied with the original location of the pier. Connor presented information about the pier size and cost from Quam Motor Sports. The cost is higher than originally anticipated, Connor will attempt to get the price lowered and seek donations. It was mentioned that the Antes Fund or Lake Leota Fund might be able to provide some funding. Connor will keep us updated on progress.
It is time to start landscaping; Janis will contact John Gishnock to get started. Funds are available from Lake Leota and Antes Fund; no City Park funds are available at this time.
Antes Fund – Janis stated that about $2,500 remains from last years allocation and $4,600.00 is available again this year. There has been an addition to the fund of $124,000.00 by Jackie Marshall, friend of Margaret Antes. Motion by Modaff/Farnsworth to allocate $3,000.00 from Antes Fund to move and restore Antes Cabin, with approval and collaboration of Historic Pres & Grove Society, unanimous. Juergens/Modaff motion to put balance of Antes Fund into landscaping around Lake Leota, unanimous.
Old Business – Creek Walls – Budget allocation of $15,000.00, check on bidding process if required, Kendall Wethal is interested in work.
New Business – Jeff Farnsworth & Kyle Allen are planning a creek clean up on May 22, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., from spillway to N. Madison St. bridge. Lions Club and others will help with process. DNR has approved project as long as habitat is not disturbed.
Motion to adjourn by Farnsworth/Modaff at 7:30 p.m., unanimous.
Submitted by Janis Ringhand, Park & Rec Chair
Monday, March 8, 2010
Minutes; Common Council: February 2010
Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, February 9, 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 several members of the public.
3. Approval of Agenda. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the agenda. Motion approved 8-0.
4. Approval of Minutes. Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes of the January 12, 2010, regular meeting and to approve them as presented. Decker noted that the correct date in Item 6B3 should be January 18th instead of December 18th. Motion, with correction, approved 8-0.
5. Citizen appearances. None
A. Evansville Community Partnership. None
B. Creekside Place. Ringhand excused herself from the table. She presented a video on the future Creekside Place center to be built in Evansville.
6. Reports of Committees.
A. 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 $517,135.10. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(2). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to accept the City bills as presented in the amount of $2,523,152.87. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(3). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Wessels to remove from the table the motion to approve the agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program (revised proposal from YMCA, no recommendation from FLR). Motion approved 8-0. David Sobeski began the discussion and several attendees spoke on behalf of the youth program. They plan to attend future Council meetings to report on program activities and results of fundraising. Braunschweig stated that prompt reporting was needed to ensure that funds are benefitting the community. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Wessels to return the motion to the table and approve the agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program (revised proposal from YMCA, no recommendation from FLR). Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(4). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve Evansville Community/Senior Services Coordinator Agreement with Creekside Place, Inc. Motion approved 7-0 on a roll call vote. Ringhand recused herself from the vote.
(5). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Custodial Service Contract with Tony Ryerson dba Fresh Start Cleaning. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(6). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to approve Professional Service Agreement with Stockham Consulting for city planner services through December 31, 2010. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(7). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Resolution 2010-02, Final Resolution Authorizing Public Improvement of Lift Station #6 and Levying Special Assessments against Benefitted Properties in Evansville, Wisconsin. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(8). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve Resolution 2010-03, Amending the City of Evansville’s Fee Schedule. Wietecha made a recommendation to not increase the fees for League of Their Own. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to amend the motion to accept that recommendation. Amendment approved 8-0. Main motion, as amended, approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
B. Plan Commission Report.
(1). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to amend the Morning Ridge Planned Unit Development (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. Wessels asked for, and received, confirmation that the current association owners were notified. Motion approved 8-0.
(2). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard 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 8-0.
C. Public Safety Committee Report.
(1). Roberts made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to approve 2010 Joint Powers Agreement between Rock County and the City of Evansville for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). Motion approved 8-0.
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.
(1). Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Cothard to approve Ground Lease to Evansville Grove Society, Inc. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(2). Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Sublease by Evansville Grove Society, Inc. to Evansville Community Partnership, Inc. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
I. Historic Preservation Commission Report. None
J. Fire District Report. None
K. Police Commission Report. None
L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report. None
M. Youth Center Advisory Board Report. See Item 6A3.
N. Energy Independence Team Report. Decker stated they had a meeting last week. They are planning to make a presentation to Council on the grant report.
O. Library Board/Liaison Report. None
7. Unfinished Business
A. Ringhand presented the second reading and made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to adopt Ordinance 2009-11, Adding Two Voting Wards for Electors Residing in the City of Evansville, Rock County Supervisory District #2. [Sponsors Ringhand and Roberts]. Motion approved 8-0.
8. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor. Decker stated there will be a meeting of the committee of the whole in March.
9. Communications from the City Administrator.
A. Wietecha explained that changes in federal law require all radio communication systems that operate in wideband mode be replaced with narrowband by January 1, 2013. He reviewed with Council the upgrade options. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Wessels to support the Countywide Communications System’s proposal option #4 with the premised grant funding and proposal option #2 without the premised grant funding. Motion approved 8-0.
B. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to move to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) to discuss non-represented employee performance evaluations, contracts, and wages, and to subsequently reconvene in open session. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote at 7:55 p.m.
No action was taken.
Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Culbertson to return to open session. Motion approved 8-0 at 8:00 p.m.
C. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Culbertson to approve the City Administrators recommendations of the non-represented employee contracts and wages. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
10. New Business. None
11. Introduction of New Ordinances.
A. Braunschweig presented the First Reading of Ordinance 2010-01, Amending Sanitary Sewer Use and User Charge System. [Sponsors Braunschweig and Ringhand].
12. Eminent Domain Proceedings.
A. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Cothard 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 8:01 p.m.
No action was taken.
Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard to return to open session. Motion approved 8-0 at 8:17 p.m.
B. No motion regarding the purchase of public properties.
13. Meeting Reminders.
A. Decker reminded Council of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities lobby corps meeting on February 17.
14. Adjournment. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to adjourn at 8:10 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, February 9, 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 several members of the public.
3. Approval of Agenda. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the agenda. Motion approved 8-0.
4. Approval of Minutes. Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes of the January 12, 2010, regular meeting and to approve them as presented. Decker noted that the correct date in Item 6B3 should be January 18th instead of December 18th. Motion, with correction, approved 8-0.
5. Citizen appearances. None
A. Evansville Community Partnership. None
B. Creekside Place. Ringhand excused herself from the table. She presented a video on the future Creekside Place center to be built in Evansville.
6. Reports of Committees.
A. 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 $517,135.10. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(2). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to accept the City bills as presented in the amount of $2,523,152.87. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(3). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Wessels to remove from the table the motion to approve the agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program (revised proposal from YMCA, no recommendation from FLR). Motion approved 8-0. David Sobeski began the discussion and several attendees spoke on behalf of the youth program. They plan to attend future Council meetings to report on program activities and results of fundraising. Braunschweig stated that prompt reporting was needed to ensure that funds are benefitting the community. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Wessels to return the motion to the table and approve the agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program (revised proposal from YMCA, no recommendation from FLR). Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(4). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve Evansville Community/Senior Services Coordinator Agreement with Creekside Place, Inc. Motion approved 7-0 on a roll call vote. Ringhand recused herself from the vote.
(5). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Custodial Service Contract with Tony Ryerson dba Fresh Start Cleaning. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(6). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to approve Professional Service Agreement with Stockham Consulting for city planner services through December 31, 2010. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(7). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Resolution 2010-02, Final Resolution Authorizing Public Improvement of Lift Station #6 and Levying Special Assessments against Benefitted Properties in Evansville, Wisconsin. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(8). Cothard made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve Resolution 2010-03, Amending the City of Evansville’s Fee Schedule. Wietecha made a recommendation to not increase the fees for League of Their Own. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to amend the motion to accept that recommendation. Amendment approved 8-0. Main motion, as amended, approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
B. Plan Commission Report.
(1). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to amend the Morning Ridge Planned Unit Development (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. Wessels asked for, and received, confirmation that the current association owners were notified. Motion approved 8-0.
(2). Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard 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 8-0.
C. Public Safety Committee Report.
(1). Roberts made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to approve 2010 Joint Powers Agreement between Rock County and the City of Evansville for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). Motion approved 8-0.
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.
(1). Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Cothard to approve Ground Lease to Evansville Grove Society, Inc. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
(2). Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to approve Sublease by Evansville Grove Society, Inc. to Evansville Community Partnership, Inc. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
I. Historic Preservation Commission Report. None
J. Fire District Report. None
K. Police Commission Report. None
L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report. None
M. Youth Center Advisory Board Report. See Item 6A3.
N. Energy Independence Team Report. Decker stated they had a meeting last week. They are planning to make a presentation to Council on the grant report.
O. Library Board/Liaison Report. None
7. Unfinished Business
A. Ringhand presented the second reading and made a motion, seconded by Braunschweig to adopt Ordinance 2009-11, Adding Two Voting Wards for Electors Residing in the City of Evansville, Rock County Supervisory District #2. [Sponsors Ringhand and Roberts]. Motion approved 8-0.
8. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor. Decker stated there will be a meeting of the committee of the whole in March.
9. Communications from the City Administrator.
A. Wietecha explained that changes in federal law require all radio communication systems that operate in wideband mode be replaced with narrowband by January 1, 2013. He reviewed with Council the upgrade options. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Wessels to support the Countywide Communications System’s proposal option #4 with the premised grant funding and proposal option #2 without the premised grant funding. Motion approved 8-0.
B. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to move to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) to discuss non-represented employee performance evaluations, contracts, and wages, and to subsequently reconvene in open session. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote at 7:55 p.m.
No action was taken.
Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Culbertson to return to open session. Motion approved 8-0 at 8:00 p.m.
C. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Culbertson to approve the City Administrators recommendations of the non-represented employee contracts and wages. Motion approved 8-0 on a roll call vote.
10. New Business. None
11. Introduction of New Ordinances.
A. Braunschweig presented the First Reading of Ordinance 2010-01, Amending Sanitary Sewer Use and User Charge System. [Sponsors Braunschweig and Ringhand].
12. Eminent Domain Proceedings.
A. Ringhand made a motion, seconded by Cothard 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 8:01 p.m.
No action was taken.
Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Cothard to return to open session. Motion approved 8-0 at 8:17 p.m.
B. No motion regarding the purchase of public properties.
13. Meeting Reminders.
A. Decker reminded Council of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities lobby corps meeting on February 17.
14. Adjournment. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Ringhand to adjourn at 8:10 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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