City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Monday, May 3, 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 6:02 p.m. by Chair Mayor Sandy Decker.
2. Roll Call. Members present: Mason Braunschweig, Sandy Decker, Matt Eaton, Carol Endres, John Gishnock, Bill Hammann, and Diane Roberts. Others Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha, City Clerk Judy Walton, City Planner John Stockham, Linda Church from Pete’s Inn, Jim Bandt from Bandt Engineering/VP Buildings, Pammi Sekhon from All –N-One, Roger Berg and John Morning.
3. Approval of agenda. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the agenda. Motion approved 7-0.
4. Approval of minutes.
A. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to waive the reading of the minutes from March 1, 2010 regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion approved 7-0.
5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed. Linda Church from Pete’s Inn thought her request to amend the alcohol license was to be reviewed by the Plan Commission. She was told that it would go before the Public Safety Committee prior to Council.
6. New Business.
A. Site Plan – All-In-One BP Service Station, 104 S. Madison. Stockham review his staff report and noted that the applicant has provided both a preferred and alternate expansion design. Both would need variances from the Board of Appeals. Pammi Sekhon stated they have outgrown their current facility. They would like to add coolers and additional items for their customers. She prefers expansion to the north because it would provide better visibility and security for her employees. The expansion would also help them control the parking and traffic flow. Jeremy Cynkar, Destree Design Architects, reviewed the details of the site plan with the Commission explaining that the preferred design would be an expansion to the north. The Commission discussed the existing and proposed parking stalls, traffic flow, trash bin screening and landscaping. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Roberts to approve the site plan for 104 S Madison Street, Parcel 6-27-631 with the recommended submittal waivers by city staff and subject to conditions 1-3 of the staff report which includes approval of variances by the Board of Appeals, submittal and approval by the Zoning Administrator of a landscape plan and planting schedule and approval by the City Director of Public Works and Forester for any landscaping within the City right-of-way. Motion approved 7-0.
B. Site Plan – South Union (Exchange) Street Property. Stockham stated the site plan is for grading and filling only and it would need to be amended prior to construction of any building. Roger Berg added that the grading and filling is necessary to raise the lot out of the floodplain. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Hammann to approve the site plan for Parcels 6-27-132.5 and 6-27-132.6 for grading and filling with the waiver of certain submittal requirements by staff and subject to the 2 conditions listed in the staff report which are staff approval of an erosion control plan and issuance of the required floodplain permit. Motion approved 7-0.
C. Site Plan – VP Building Addition, 273 Water Street. Stockham stated the site plan is for a 4,100 square foot addition on the north side of the existing Varco Pruden buildings. Jim Bandt, representing the applicant, stated the addition would increase the raw material storage capacity and also help eliminate some of the exposed truck bays on the west side. Braunschweig stated he was happy to see an expansion plan, especially in today’s economy. It was noted that the location of the proposed addition is not within the 100-year floodplain. In response to a storm water question from Gishnock, Mr. Bandt explained that the grassy areas to the west of the truck bays take the current flow and infiltrate it. Braunschweig made a motion, seconded by Endres to approve the site plan for VP Buildings, Parcel 6-27-669 with the waiver of certain submittal requirements by staff and subject to staff approval of an erosion control plan. Motion approved 7-0.
7. Old Business.
A. Review Recommendations of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. Stockham reviewed the proposed map and stated there were significant changes from the original Comp Plan. He outlined 5 concerns:
i. Amount of added territory
ii. Areas serviceable by gravity flow sewers
iii. Maintaining land use controls over USH 14 entrance corridors
iv. Reserving potential future by pass corridor
v. Impacts of low density or sprawling development pattern
B. Review Comprehensive Plan Implementation Tables. Stockham suggested devoting a portion of time in the upcoming regular meetings to review each chapter of this document.
C. Discuss Comprehensive Plan Amendment Schedule. Stockham suggested postponing the Property Owner Comprehensive Plan Amendments for a couple of months.
8. Report on other permitting activity by City Planner. Stockham stated activity continues to be slow.
9. Report on the Unified Land Development Code Committee. Stockham stated they will be meeting in the coming months to discuss the sign ordinance and the historic preservation ordinance.
10. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission. None
11. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee. None
12. Report on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations. Wietecha stated Council had tabled the landscaping, sign and parking ordinance until their May meeting.
13. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters. None
14. Enforcement Report. None
15. Next regular meeting date. Tuesday, June 1, 2010
16. Adjournment. Hammann made a motion, seconded by Roberts to adjourn at 6:52 p.m. Motion approved 7-0.
Prepared by Judy Walton, City Clerk
The minutes are not official until approved by the Plan Commission at their next regular meeting.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Minutes; Public Safety: May 5, 2010
Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville Council Chambers
31 S Madison Street
Evansville WI 53536
MINUTES
Call to Order – Meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm
Roll Call – Chair/Alderperson Wessels, Alderperson Jacobson and Ringhand (left at 19:00). Staff present: EMT Zach Beaver and Officer Jay Koehler. Citizens present were: Parminder K. Sekhon, Greg Ardisson, Linda Church, Donna Nipple, Brian and Heather Halvensleben and Don Meggers.
Approval of Agenda – Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to amend the agenda and move item 6 and 7 to appear after item 9. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Wessels, to approve the April 7, 2010 regular meeting minutes as printed. Motion passed.
Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed – None
Old Business –
Discussion and possible motion regarding the Snowmobile Trail within the City of Evansville city limits - No action taken.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Operator’s License application for Sarah M. Frank. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Operator’s License application for Donna K. Nipple. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion in regard to placing stop signs at the corner of West Main Street and First Street. Motion by Ringhand, second by Jacobson, to recommend placing one compact car space on the North side of West Main Street and two on the South side of West Main Street. Motion passed.
New Business –
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve the Temporary Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage License application for Evansville Community Partnership for the Discover Wisconsin Premier Party on June 10, 2010 at Lake Leota Upper Park. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “B” Beer/“Class B” Liquor Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve the Night Owl Food &Spirits Inc., Gregory P. Ardisson, Agent 217 N Sixth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a The Night Owl Food & Spirits Inc, 19 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Pete’s Inn Inc., Linda A. Church, Agent, 555 S Fifth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Pete’s Inn Inc., 14 N Madison Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Ringhand, to approve and amend Pete’s Inn Inc. Alcohol Beverage License to include their request for August 7, 2010 Sidewalk Days Chamber Event with the band playing from 5pm to 9pm and the August 21, 2010, 1990 Class Reunion Event with band inside at 9pm. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Outlaw Inc., Ronald A Walmer, Agent, 10901 N East Union Road, Evansville, WI 53536, d/b/a Evansville Bowl, 108 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Frank Romano, 74 N Sixth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Romano’s Pizza, 50 Union Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Wessels, to approve Evansville Memorial Post #6905 of the Veterans, Gordon R. Ringhand, Agent, 412 Fowler Circle, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a VFW Memorial Post #6905, 179 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Alderperson Ringhand recused from vote. Motion passed 2-0 vote.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “A” Beer/“Class A” Liquor Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Kopecky’s Worldwide Foods Inc., James D. Kopecky, Agent, 8017 N Ridge Court, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Kopecky’s Piggly Wiggly, 8 N County M, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc., Bradley N Goodspeed, Agent, 6045 N Eagle Rd., Janesville WI 53548, d/b/a Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc., 350 Union Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, Francois Oil Co Inc., Steven J. Merry, Agent 151 Robinson Rd, Oregon WI 53575, d/b/a The Grove Quik Mart, 230 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Ringhand, second by Wessels, to approve Madison Street Express Inc., Parminder K. Sekhon, Agent, 2644 Granite Rd, Fitchburg WI 53711, d/b/a All ‘N One, 104 S Madison Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application for a Class “B” Beer License for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Evansville Hotel Group, LLC, Bradley E. Moellenberndt, Agent, 622 E Countryside Drive, Evansville WI 53566, d/b/a Cobblestone Inn & Suites, 715 Brown School Road, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Real Coffee at Daun LLC, Daun M. Fugate, Agent, 8644 W State Road 81, Beloit WI 53511, D/b/a Real Coffee at Daun LLC, 18 E Main Street, Evansville, WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License applications for a Class “A” Beer Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Landmark Services Cooperative, Lee A. Dammen, Agent, WI, d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store of Evansville, 9 John Lindemann Drive, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application for a “Class C” Wine Licenses for:
Motion by Ringhand, second by Jacobson, to approve Real Coffee at Daun LLC, Daun M. Fugate, Agent, 8644 W State Road 81, Beloit WI 53511 D/b/a Real Coffee at Daun LLC., 18 E Main Street, Evansville, WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Ringhand , second by Jacobson, to approve Evansville Hotel Group, LLC, Bradley E. Moellenberndt, Agent, 622 E Countryside Drive, Evansville WI 53566, d/b/a Cobblestone Inn & Suites, 715 Brown School Road, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Ringhand to approve Operator License applications for: Laura L Bowman, Trudy L Cloud, Audra M Bair, Candace Andrews, Susan Meuer, Brenda Poteat, and Romona Spatola. Motion passed.
Evansville Police Report – Several officers attended court room security training and taser training. The police department will be implementing electronic citations and officers are being trained. The Bike Rodeo will be on June 12th. The Pass/Fail vehicle checks will be starting. Partners in Prevention Meeting is scheduled for next month. The police department has applied for a $75,000 Grant. Click It or Ticket starts next month. Accreditation is still ongoing. The police department is recruiting for part-time officers.
Evansville Medical Service Report – There were 110 runs for the year with 21 in the month of April. June 12th is the Bike Rodeo. EMS week will be May16 though May 22. The EMS aluminum can drive
is Saturday, May 8th.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to recommend to Council the Proclamation for EMS Week in May. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to adjourn at 7:28 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Dennis Wessels, Chair-Alderperson
These minutes are not official until approved by Public Safety at their next regular
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville Council Chambers
31 S Madison Street
Evansville WI 53536
MINUTES
Call to Order – Meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm
Roll Call – Chair/Alderperson Wessels, Alderperson Jacobson and Ringhand (left at 19:00). Staff present: EMT Zach Beaver and Officer Jay Koehler. Citizens present were: Parminder K. Sekhon, Greg Ardisson, Linda Church, Donna Nipple, Brian and Heather Halvensleben and Don Meggers.
Approval of Agenda – Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to amend the agenda and move item 6 and 7 to appear after item 9. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Wessels, to approve the April 7, 2010 regular meeting minutes as printed. Motion passed.
Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed – None
Old Business –
Discussion and possible motion regarding the Snowmobile Trail within the City of Evansville city limits - No action taken.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Operator’s License application for Sarah M. Frank. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Operator’s License application for Donna K. Nipple. Motion passed.
Discussion and possible motion in regard to placing stop signs at the corner of West Main Street and First Street. Motion by Ringhand, second by Jacobson, to recommend placing one compact car space on the North side of West Main Street and two on the South side of West Main Street. Motion passed.
New Business –
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve the Temporary Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage License application for Evansville Community Partnership for the Discover Wisconsin Premier Party on June 10, 2010 at Lake Leota Upper Park. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “B” Beer/“Class B” Liquor Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve the Night Owl Food &Spirits Inc., Gregory P. Ardisson, Agent 217 N Sixth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a The Night Owl Food & Spirits Inc, 19 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Pete’s Inn Inc., Linda A. Church, Agent, 555 S Fifth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Pete’s Inn Inc., 14 N Madison Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Ringhand, to approve and amend Pete’s Inn Inc. Alcohol Beverage License to include their request for August 7, 2010 Sidewalk Days Chamber Event with the band playing from 5pm to 9pm and the August 21, 2010, 1990 Class Reunion Event with band inside at 9pm. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Outlaw Inc., Ronald A Walmer, Agent, 10901 N East Union Road, Evansville, WI 53536, d/b/a Evansville Bowl, 108 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Frank Romano, 74 N Sixth Street, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Romano’s Pizza, 50 Union Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Wessels, to approve Evansville Memorial Post #6905 of the Veterans, Gordon R. Ringhand, Agent, 412 Fowler Circle, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a VFW Memorial Post #6905, 179 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536. Alderperson Ringhand recused from vote. Motion passed 2-0 vote.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Applications for a Class “A” Beer/“Class A” Liquor Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Kopecky’s Worldwide Foods Inc., James D. Kopecky, Agent, 8017 N Ridge Court, Evansville WI 53536, d/b/a Kopecky’s Piggly Wiggly, 8 N County M, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc., Bradley N Goodspeed, Agent, 6045 N Eagle Rd., Janesville WI 53548, d/b/a Goodspeed Gas ‘N Go Inc., 350 Union Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, Francois Oil Co Inc., Steven J. Merry, Agent 151 Robinson Rd, Oregon WI 53575, d/b/a The Grove Quik Mart, 230 E Main Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Ringhand, second by Wessels, to approve Madison Street Express Inc., Parminder K. Sekhon, Agent, 2644 Granite Rd, Fitchburg WI 53711, d/b/a All ‘N One, 104 S Madison Street, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application for a Class “B” Beer License for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Evansville Hotel Group, LLC, Bradley E. Moellenberndt, Agent, 622 E Countryside Drive, Evansville WI 53566, d/b/a Cobblestone Inn & Suites, 715 Brown School Road, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to approve Real Coffee at Daun LLC, Daun M. Fugate, Agent, 8644 W State Road 81, Beloit WI 53511, D/b/a Real Coffee at Daun LLC, 18 E Main Street, Evansville, WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License applications for a Class “A” Beer Licenses for:
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to approve Landmark Services Cooperative, Lee A. Dammen, Agent, WI, d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store of Evansville, 9 John Lindemann Drive, Evansville WI 53536. Motion passed.
Motion to recommend to Council approval of the Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application for a “Class C” Wine Licenses for:
Motion by Ringhand, second by Jacobson, to approve Real Coffee at Daun LLC, Daun M. Fugate, Agent, 8644 W State Road 81, Beloit WI 53511 D/b/a Real Coffee at Daun LLC., 18 E Main Street, Evansville, WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Ringhand , second by Jacobson, to approve Evansville Hotel Group, LLC, Bradley E. Moellenberndt, Agent, 622 E Countryside Drive, Evansville WI 53566, d/b/a Cobblestone Inn & Suites, 715 Brown School Road, Evansville WI 53536, contingent upon inspection violations being corrected. Motion passed.
Motion by Jacobson, second by Ringhand to approve Operator License applications for: Laura L Bowman, Trudy L Cloud, Audra M Bair, Candace Andrews, Susan Meuer, Brenda Poteat, and Romona Spatola. Motion passed.
Evansville Police Report – Several officers attended court room security training and taser training. The police department will be implementing electronic citations and officers are being trained. The Bike Rodeo will be on June 12th. The Pass/Fail vehicle checks will be starting. Partners in Prevention Meeting is scheduled for next month. The police department has applied for a $75,000 Grant. Click It or Ticket starts next month. Accreditation is still ongoing. The police department is recruiting for part-time officers.
Evansville Medical Service Report – There were 110 runs for the year with 21 in the month of April. June 12th is the Bike Rodeo. EMS week will be May16 though May 22. The EMS aluminum can drive
is Saturday, May 8th.
Motion by Wessels, second by Ringhand, to recommend to Council the Proclamation for EMS Week in May. Motion passed.
Motion by Wessels, second by Jacobson, to adjourn at 7:28 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Dennis Wessels, Chair-Alderperson
These minutes are not official until approved by Public Safety at their next regular
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Minutes; Public Works; April 27, 2010
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI
Present: Janis Ringhand, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson. Staff: Public Works Director Dave Wartenweiler, Engineer Dave Sauer, City Administrator Dan Wietecha.
Call to order at 6:00 by Chair Ringhand.
Motion to approve the agenda as printed by Culbertson/Braunschweig, unanimous.
Motion to approve the minutes of the March 23, 2010 meeting by Culbertson/Braunschweig, unanimous.
Citizen appearances – none
Construction Updates – Fox has started utilities on W. Main St. and WisDot has officially noticed the start of the project, with storm sewer and other structural and street related construction. Otie is the contractor, Jim Soehnlein is the project manager.
Site Plan Review – VP project, addition to building #2, has been approved, will go to Plan Com.
Communication from City Engineer –
a. Update on WWTF Construction project, meeting with LW Allen yesterday, Ray & Mike attended. Control panels have been put together, need to be disassembled and reinstalled in plant. Electrical contractor will continue work, instrumentation and control has been checked out. Currently 3 men on job, may need more to finish project. AB Electric was sent a drop dead date for project finish. Treatment plant – mechanical equipment being installed and connected.
b. Discussion on Change Order #2, changes listed in documentation for a total of $3,078.00, which is still a cost savings over the original bid, last change order was a credit of $21,109.98. Motion by Braunschweig/Culbertson to approve the change order, unanimous.
c. Update on wind turbine construction – pay request #2 from H&H Solar for $260,560.75, scheduled installment payment. Turbine is being stored at Stoughton Trailers, tower is at site. Motion to approve pay request #2 by Culbertson/ Braunschweig, unanimous.
Installation of turbine is being held up by us for submittal of base approval, once approved, the process will start. 4-6 weeks for base construction, turbine will be up in about 2 weeks. Computer RTU is stored in Dan’s office.
Communications from Public Works Director –
a. No changes to Emerald Ash Borer regulation or ordinance at this time. Existing ordinance addresses situation where if a tree presents a danger, the city can request it be removed.
b. Discussion on passing lane on Hwy 14 and J Lindemann Drive. Recommendation that City Administrator move forward with negotiations with developer.
c. Discussion on hiring part-time summer help. Motion by Braunschweig/Culbertson to hire 2 returning part time summer employees for Public Works, unanimous.
d. Discussion on tuck pointing at City Hall. Public Works director will pursue a bid from a local contractor.
Weight limit signs went up on the Main St. bridge this week.
New Business – none
Old Business – Eminent Domain on S. Sixth St – Property owner Rundle have requested a meeting, City Administrator was instructed to set a meeting with Rundle and the Engineers.
Park Report – Ringhand reported that Waller’s appeared with a final plan for their memorial, approved; Ball field light acquisitions is still waiting for PSC approval; landscape design bid will have to be sent to Antes Fund for their approval before work begins.
Motion to adjourn by Braunschweig/Culbertson at 7:30, unanimous.
Submitted by Janis Ringhand, Chair Public Works Committee
Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI
Present: Janis Ringhand, Mason Braunschweig, Todd Culbertson. Staff: Public Works Director Dave Wartenweiler, Engineer Dave Sauer, City Administrator Dan Wietecha.
Call to order at 6:00 by Chair Ringhand.
Motion to approve the agenda as printed by Culbertson/Braunschweig, unanimous.
Motion to approve the minutes of the March 23, 2010 meeting by Culbertson/Braunschweig, unanimous.
Citizen appearances – none
Construction Updates – Fox has started utilities on W. Main St. and WisDot has officially noticed the start of the project, with storm sewer and other structural and street related construction. Otie is the contractor, Jim Soehnlein is the project manager.
Site Plan Review – VP project, addition to building #2, has been approved, will go to Plan Com.
Communication from City Engineer –
a. Update on WWTF Construction project, meeting with LW Allen yesterday, Ray & Mike attended. Control panels have been put together, need to be disassembled and reinstalled in plant. Electrical contractor will continue work, instrumentation and control has been checked out. Currently 3 men on job, may need more to finish project. AB Electric was sent a drop dead date for project finish. Treatment plant – mechanical equipment being installed and connected.
b. Discussion on Change Order #2, changes listed in documentation for a total of $3,078.00, which is still a cost savings over the original bid, last change order was a credit of $21,109.98. Motion by Braunschweig/Culbertson to approve the change order, unanimous.
c. Update on wind turbine construction – pay request #2 from H&H Solar for $260,560.75, scheduled installment payment. Turbine is being stored at Stoughton Trailers, tower is at site. Motion to approve pay request #2 by Culbertson/ Braunschweig, unanimous.
Installation of turbine is being held up by us for submittal of base approval, once approved, the process will start. 4-6 weeks for base construction, turbine will be up in about 2 weeks. Computer RTU is stored in Dan’s office.
Communications from Public Works Director –
a. No changes to Emerald Ash Borer regulation or ordinance at this time. Existing ordinance addresses situation where if a tree presents a danger, the city can request it be removed.
b. Discussion on passing lane on Hwy 14 and J Lindemann Drive. Recommendation that City Administrator move forward with negotiations with developer.
c. Discussion on hiring part-time summer help. Motion by Braunschweig/Culbertson to hire 2 returning part time summer employees for Public Works, unanimous.
d. Discussion on tuck pointing at City Hall. Public Works director will pursue a bid from a local contractor.
Weight limit signs went up on the Main St. bridge this week.
New Business – none
Old Business – Eminent Domain on S. Sixth St – Property owner Rundle have requested a meeting, City Administrator was instructed to set a meeting with Rundle and the Engineers.
Park Report – Ringhand reported that Waller’s appeared with a final plan for their memorial, approved; Ball field light acquisitions is still waiting for PSC approval; landscape design bid will have to be sent to Antes Fund for their approval before work begins.
Motion to adjourn by Braunschweig/Culbertson at 7:30, unanimous.
Submitted by Janis Ringhand, Chair Public Works Committee
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