Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, March 13, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
Council President Cothard called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Present were: Alderpersons Wyse, Roberts, Hammann, Cothard, Sornson, Juergens, Braunschweig, and Wessels. Mayor Decker was excused. Staff present: Dan Wietecha, City Administrator; Mark Kopp, City Attorney; Scott George, Water Light Superintendent; Kathy Buttchen, Assistant EMS Coordinator; Scott McElroy, Police Chief; David Wartenweiler, Public Works Superintendent; and Jim Beilke, Clerk/Treasurer.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to waive the reading of the minutes of February 13, 2007, regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion carried.
Citizen appearances - None
Evansville Community Partnership Report
A written report (Attached) from Heidi Carvin was distributed to the Council
SOLE Committee - None
Plan Commission Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Ordinance #2007-1, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing signs for nonconforming commercial land uses in residential zoning districts. Motion passed.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Resolution #2007-9, Adopting the City of Evansville Park and Outdoor Recreation Plan 2007-2011. Motion passed.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Juergens, to adopt Resolution #2007-10, Designating Locations for Placement of Sandwich Board Signs during 2007 Main Street Construction Projects. They identified the locations as follows: (1) Main Street between Second Street and Union Street, (2) Madison Street between Water Street and US Highway 14, and (3) Union Street between Franklin Street and the northern city limits. Motion passed.
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to approve Water and Light bills and authorize their payments of $540,168.42. Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to approve the City bills and authorize their payments of $2,434,599.58. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to approve Tax Incremental District #7 Development Agreement between (1) City of Evansville and (2) North Prairie Productions, LLC and Landmark Service Cooperative. Mr. Wietecha reported Landmark asked for more time to review this agreement. He asked Council to table this motion and consider a preliminary agreement, so that the City may recoup soft costs for the work already done.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to table this motion. Motion passed.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Roberts, to approve the preliminary agreement between (1) City of Evansville and (2) North Prairie Productions, LLC and Landmark Service Cooperative. Motion passed.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to adopt Resolution #2006-8, amending the adopted 2006 city budget to increase the appropriation for the youth center for equipment. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Public Safety Committee Report
Motion by Sornson, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Ordinance #2007-2, amending the Municipal Code relative to Truancy. Motion passed.
Public Works Committee Report
Ald. Hammann gave an update on connectivity agreement with Rock County regarding County Road M. The city will assume road maintenance responsibility for County Road M from the intersection of US Highway 14 to Landmark’s south boundary.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to adopt Resolution #2007-11, Authorizing Application for a Grant from the Safe Routes to School Program. Motion passed.
Hammann reported on Main Street Construction and distributed report from City Engineer Dave Sauer (Attached).
Water & Light Committee - None
Economic Development Committee Report - None
Evansville Redevelopment Authority Report - None
Parks and Recreation Board Report - None
Historic Preservation Commission Report
Ald. Wessels reported they will host the fall meeting of the Wisconsin Society of Historic Preservation Commission.
Fire District Report - None
Unfinished Business - None
Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Juergens, to waive the seven-day notice requirement on mayoral appointments. Motion passed.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Roberts, to approve the mayoral appointment of Carolyn Uren, 443 Meadow Lane., to the Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)/Residential Design Committee. Motion passed.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Roberts, to approve the mayoral appointment of Brad Fahlgren, 14016 W. North Ridge Drive, to the Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)/Residential Design Committee. Motion passed.
Communications from the City Administrator
Mr. Wietecha gave an update on Neighborhood Electric Vehicles. State Statutes now allow electric vehicles to operate on local streets. Our Public Works and Water and Light Departments are interested in using electric vehicles to perform their jobs more efficiently. These electric vehicles will use county or state roads, and the city needs agreements with the County and State. Rock County will enter into an agreement, but the State Department of Transportation (DOT) will not sign an agreement because the electric vehicles cannot be register under current laws. Legislators are reviewing this matter to change the current laws. The consensus was to wait until the laws change before pursuing an agreement with DOT.
Mr. Wietecha led the explanation of re-organization of Public Benefits Committee. Because the minutes and records that recorded the initial organization of the Public Benefits Committee are lost, he recommended starting over by having a re-organization meeting, which would set up their Charter and members. Mr. Wietecha raised this issue up to answer any questions or concerns from Council.
New Business - None
Introduction of New Ordinances
Ald. Hammann read the first reading of Ordinance #2007-3, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by adopting a digital map as the official zoning map [sponsored by Ald. Hammann and Ald. Braunschweig]
Closed Session
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Roberts, to convene in closed session pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats., considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governing body has jurisdiction or authority, and will not reconvene in open session. Motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote at 7:08 PM.
Adjournment
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to adjourn the meeting at 7:51 PM. Motion carried.
Prepared by:
James Beilke
City Clerk/Treasurer
These minutes are not official until approved by Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Evansville Common Council---February 2007
Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, February 13, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
Mayor Decker called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Present were: Mayor Decker and Alderpersons Wyse, Roberts, Hammann, Cothard, Sornson, Juergens, Braunschweig, and Wessels. Staff present: Dan Wietecha, City Administrator; Mark Kopp, City Attorney; Thomas Alisankus, Municipal Judge; Scott George, Water Light Superintendent; Mary Beaver, EMS Coordinator; David Wartenweiler, Public Works Superintendent; and Jim Beilke, Clerk/Treasurer.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Wessels, to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to waive the reading of the minutes of January 9, 2007, regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion carried.
Citizen appearances - None
Public Hearings
Dave Sauer from Foth Engineering gave a report on the 2007 Assessment for CTH M Improvements.
Mayor Decker opened the public hearing at 6:47 PM. Mayor Decker read a letter from D&D Developments (attachment) requesting an amendment to the resolution to state all assessments will be paid through the Tax Incremental Districts 6 and 7. Randy Kyle from Landmark inquired about the City’s intent to pay for assessments using TID funding through developer agreements. Mayor Decker closed the public hearing at 7:00 PM.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Resolution #2007-4, Final Resolution authorizing installation of sanitary sewer main, water main, and street improvements and levying special assessments against benefited property per Wis. Stats. 66.0703 and 66.0715. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mr. Wietecha gave a report on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Citizen Participation. The grants relate to the Eager Building and biodiesel projects. The Federal Grants require public input, so that they know these projects are appropriate for our community.
Mayor Decker opened the public hearing at 7:13 PM. Ron Van Straten from Foth Infrastructure & Environment reviewed the Citizen Participation Certification checklist with Council. Mayor Decker closed the public hearing at 7:18 PM.
Evansville Community Partnership Report
Doug Zweizig, 6057 N Finn Road, reported the Chili Cook-off will held on March 3rd; the Energy Fair will be held on April 27th; and the 4th of July Celebration will run from Tuesday, July 3rd through Sunday, July 8th. He also reported ECP will be the fiscal agent for the Evansville Community/Senior Center, Inc.
SOLE Committee
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to approve Resolution #2007-5, authorizing application for Federal Earmarked Funding for Restoration of Lake Leota. Motion carried.
Plan Commission Report - None
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve Water and Light bills and authorize their payments of $595,805.11. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the City bills and authorize their payments of $1,790,512.14. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Resolution #2007-3, Designating Authorized Parties to Sign for Transactions Involving City Bank Accounts and Investments. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Sornson, to approve EMS Write-off of $10,325.52 of bad debts and $1,695.65 of hardship. Council questioned the new billing sevice recommendation to clean up the books so delinquent accounts several years old would not show as an asset. Motion carried on a roll call vote. Ald. Cothard, Sornson, Roberts, Braunschweig, Hammann, Juergens, and Wyse voted in favor. Ald. Wessels voted against.
Public Safety Committee Report
Mr. Wietecha led the discussion regarding Neighborhood Electric Vehicles. The vehicles would help Water and Light and Public Works departments do their jobs better. Staff will draft an ordinance.
Public Works Committee Report
Ald. Hammann reported Public Works will hold their February 28th meeting at the shop because of the renovation of City Hall. He also reported they will hold a meeting on March 6th to review bids for the Main Street Project.
The Council recessed at 7:56 PM and reconvened at 8:04 PM.
Water & Light Committee - None
Economic Development Committee Report
Motion by Wyse, seconded by Roberts, to approve Resolution #2007-6, Authorizing Application for a Matching Grant to Finance a Trade Market Analysis for Economic Development. Motion carried.
Motion by Wyse, seconded by Sornson, to approve Resolution #2007-7, Authorizing Application for CDBG Grant for infrastructure on County Rd. M to service North Prairie Productions. Motion carried.
Evansville Redevelopment Authority Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to approve Eager Building Renovation Developers Agreement. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to approve Resolution #2007-8, Administrator Services for CDBG for the Eager Building Renovation. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Parks and Recreation Board Report
Ald. Juergens reported the Board completed the final draft of the Five-year Park Plan and it meets the Department of Natural Resources standards. The Park Plan will go to Plan Commission for a public hearing and on to Council in March for their approval.
Historic Preservation Commission Report - None
Fire District Report - None
Unfinished Business - None
Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Juergens, to waive the seven-day notice requirement on mayoral appointments. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to approve the mayoral appointment of Chad Rasmussen, 576 Garfield Avenue, as a High School Poll Worker for the February 20, 2007 Spring Primary Election. Motion carried.
Communications from the City Administrator
Motion by Juergens, seconded by Roberts, to approve Quarles and Brady’s review of North Prairie Developer’s Agreement. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mr. Wietecha led the discussion regarding Ordinance #2006-42, Amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing motor vehicle storage yards in certain zoning districts provided certain conditions are met. The issue was an existing impound yard is adjacent to land that’s not easily accessible to the public. The owner asked if a fence is required around the perimeter where the adjacent land is not easily accessible to the public. The Council advised the owner to take his issue to the Plan Commission.
New Business - None
Introduction of New Ordinances
Ald. Braunschweig read the first reading of Ordinance #2007-1, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing signs for nonconforming commercial land uses in residential zoning districts [sponsored by Ald. Hammann and Ald. Roberts]
Ald. Hammann read the first reading of Ordinance #2007-2, amending the Municipal Code relative to Truancy [sponsored by Ald. Cothard and Ald. Sornson]
Closed Session
The Council did not go into closed session because the trial for Deicher and Mezera v. City of Evansville was completed, and Mr. Kopp gave a brief update on the outcome.
Adjournment
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to adjourn the meeting at 8:48 PM. Motion carried.
Prepared by:
James Beilke
City Clerk/Treasurer
These minutes are not official until approved by Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, February 13, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
Mayor Decker called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Present were: Mayor Decker and Alderpersons Wyse, Roberts, Hammann, Cothard, Sornson, Juergens, Braunschweig, and Wessels. Staff present: Dan Wietecha, City Administrator; Mark Kopp, City Attorney; Thomas Alisankus, Municipal Judge; Scott George, Water Light Superintendent; Mary Beaver, EMS Coordinator; David Wartenweiler, Public Works Superintendent; and Jim Beilke, Clerk/Treasurer.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Wessels, to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to waive the reading of the minutes of January 9, 2007, regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion carried.
Citizen appearances - None
Public Hearings
Dave Sauer from Foth Engineering gave a report on the 2007 Assessment for CTH M Improvements.
Mayor Decker opened the public hearing at 6:47 PM. Mayor Decker read a letter from D&D Developments (attachment) requesting an amendment to the resolution to state all assessments will be paid through the Tax Incremental Districts 6 and 7. Randy Kyle from Landmark inquired about the City’s intent to pay for assessments using TID funding through developer agreements. Mayor Decker closed the public hearing at 7:00 PM.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Resolution #2007-4, Final Resolution authorizing installation of sanitary sewer main, water main, and street improvements and levying special assessments against benefited property per Wis. Stats. 66.0703 and 66.0715. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mr. Wietecha gave a report on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Citizen Participation. The grants relate to the Eager Building and biodiesel projects. The Federal Grants require public input, so that they know these projects are appropriate for our community.
Mayor Decker opened the public hearing at 7:13 PM. Ron Van Straten from Foth Infrastructure & Environment reviewed the Citizen Participation Certification checklist with Council. Mayor Decker closed the public hearing at 7:18 PM.
Evansville Community Partnership Report
Doug Zweizig, 6057 N Finn Road, reported the Chili Cook-off will held on March 3rd; the Energy Fair will be held on April 27th; and the 4th of July Celebration will run from Tuesday, July 3rd through Sunday, July 8th. He also reported ECP will be the fiscal agent for the Evansville Community/Senior Center, Inc.
SOLE Committee
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to approve Resolution #2007-5, authorizing application for Federal Earmarked Funding for Restoration of Lake Leota. Motion carried.
Plan Commission Report - None
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve Water and Light bills and authorize their payments of $595,805.11. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the City bills and authorize their payments of $1,790,512.14. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Resolution #2007-3, Designating Authorized Parties to Sign for Transactions Involving City Bank Accounts and Investments. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Sornson, to approve EMS Write-off of $10,325.52 of bad debts and $1,695.65 of hardship. Council questioned the new billing sevice recommendation to clean up the books so delinquent accounts several years old would not show as an asset. Motion carried on a roll call vote. Ald. Cothard, Sornson, Roberts, Braunschweig, Hammann, Juergens, and Wyse voted in favor. Ald. Wessels voted against.
Public Safety Committee Report
Mr. Wietecha led the discussion regarding Neighborhood Electric Vehicles. The vehicles would help Water and Light and Public Works departments do their jobs better. Staff will draft an ordinance.
Public Works Committee Report
Ald. Hammann reported Public Works will hold their February 28th meeting at the shop because of the renovation of City Hall. He also reported they will hold a meeting on March 6th to review bids for the Main Street Project.
The Council recessed at 7:56 PM and reconvened at 8:04 PM.
Water & Light Committee - None
Economic Development Committee Report
Motion by Wyse, seconded by Roberts, to approve Resolution #2007-6, Authorizing Application for a Matching Grant to Finance a Trade Market Analysis for Economic Development. Motion carried.
Motion by Wyse, seconded by Sornson, to approve Resolution #2007-7, Authorizing Application for CDBG Grant for infrastructure on County Rd. M to service North Prairie Productions. Motion carried.
Evansville Redevelopment Authority Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Sornson, to approve Eager Building Renovation Developers Agreement. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to approve Resolution #2007-8, Administrator Services for CDBG for the Eager Building Renovation. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Parks and Recreation Board Report
Ald. Juergens reported the Board completed the final draft of the Five-year Park Plan and it meets the Department of Natural Resources standards. The Park Plan will go to Plan Commission for a public hearing and on to Council in March for their approval.
Historic Preservation Commission Report - None
Fire District Report - None
Unfinished Business - None
Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Juergens, to waive the seven-day notice requirement on mayoral appointments. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to approve the mayoral appointment of Chad Rasmussen, 576 Garfield Avenue, as a High School Poll Worker for the February 20, 2007 Spring Primary Election. Motion carried.
Communications from the City Administrator
Motion by Juergens, seconded by Roberts, to approve Quarles and Brady’s review of North Prairie Developer’s Agreement. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mr. Wietecha led the discussion regarding Ordinance #2006-42, Amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing motor vehicle storage yards in certain zoning districts provided certain conditions are met. The issue was an existing impound yard is adjacent to land that’s not easily accessible to the public. The owner asked if a fence is required around the perimeter where the adjacent land is not easily accessible to the public. The Council advised the owner to take his issue to the Plan Commission.
New Business - None
Introduction of New Ordinances
Ald. Braunschweig read the first reading of Ordinance #2007-1, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing signs for nonconforming commercial land uses in residential zoning districts [sponsored by Ald. Hammann and Ald. Roberts]
Ald. Hammann read the first reading of Ordinance #2007-2, amending the Municipal Code relative to Truancy [sponsored by Ald. Cothard and Ald. Sornson]
Closed Session
The Council did not go into closed session because the trial for Deicher and Mezera v. City of Evansville was completed, and Mr. Kopp gave a brief update on the outcome.
Adjournment
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to adjourn the meeting at 8:48 PM. Motion carried.
Prepared by:
James Beilke
City Clerk/Treasurer
These minutes are not official until approved by Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Evansville Common Council; January 2007
Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 9, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
Mayor Decker called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Present were: Mayor Decker and Alderpersons Wyse, Roberts, Hammann, Cothard, Sornson, Juergens, Braunschweig, and Wessels. Staff present: Dan Wietecha, City Administrator; Mark Kopp City Attorney; Scott George, Water Light Superintendent; Art Philips, Police Lieutenant; Kathy Buttchen, Assistant EMS Coordinator; David Wartenweiler, Public Works Superintendent; and Jim Beilke, Clerk/Treasurer.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Roberts, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve and to amend the agenda by deleting the words “other than agenda items listed” for agenda item 5, Citizens Appearances, and by moving agenda item 6D(4), Senior Center, to follow agenda item 4, Approval of Minutes. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to waive the reading of the minutes of December 12, 2006, regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion carried.
Primetimers/Senior Nutritional Center and Senior Transportation Program
Diane Skinner and Evelyn Cantrell distributed their financial report and reviewed it with the Council.
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report (as amended)
Motion by Roberts, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve agreement for Coordination of Senior Services. Mayor Decker reported the Primetimers Board asked to change the transportation service hours to 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Roberts, to change the transportation service hours to 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Motion carried.
The original motion, as amended, carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Citizen appearances
Melanie White, 39 W. Church Street, appeared and spoke in favor of Ordinance #2006-44. She understands the neighborhood concerns and is willing to compromise.
Alan and Mary Pitas, 120 W. Church Street; Richard and Anna Fanning, 122 S. First Street; and Betsy Ahner, 20 S. First Street, appeared and spoke against Ordinance #2006-44. They are not adverse to the dental office and a business sign. Their concerns were if the home is rezoned B-1, another type of business could move into this building, which could negatively affect the value of their homes.
Prior to this meeting, Michelle Frey, 123 S. First Street, and Doug Tessman, 129 W. Church Street, emailed messages to the city clerk regarding their concerns against Ordinance #2006-44. The emails were distributed to Council.
Evansville Community Partnership Report
Doug Zweizig, 6057 N Finn Road, reported the Chili Cook-off will held on March 3rd and the Energy Fair will be held on April 27th.
SOLE Committee
Gilbert Wiedenhoeft, 256 W. Main Street, reported they are working on their website (lakeleota.org).
Plan Commission Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the one-lot division as shown on the preliminary CSM, provided the conditions imposed by the Plan Commission are met prior to recording the final CSM with Rock County (Application #2006-40; Landmark Services Cooperative, Applicant). The Council noted that Plan Commission added a sixth stipulation to the staff report that easements are to be recorded in the final CSM. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Ordinance #2006-42, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing motor vehicle storage yards in certain zoning districts as amended by the Plan Commission. With the current code, there are no allowances for vehicle storage. This ordinance rectifies that oversight. The Council discussed how this ordinance would affect existing businesses. Most businesses that store vehicles for repair will not be affected by this ordinance. There are only a couple of businesses that temporarily store vehicles before they are moved elsewhere. This ordinance would require those few businesses to make changes. Motion carried on a voice vote (7-1).
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Ordinance #2006-43, requiring the payment of real estate taxes before a certified survey map may be recorded by the Rock County Register of Deeds. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Ordinance #2006-44, rezoning territory (39 Church Street) from Residential District One (R-1) to Local Business (B-1) District in response to Development Application #2006-36. The Council discussed what they heard from the business owner and residents tonight. They also discussed the procedures for this rezoning and why the city was the applicant. The consensus was the business owner and residents could find a compromise without rezoning the property. Motion failed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mayor Decker led the discussion on directing committee chairs to review their respective sections of the comprehensive plan specifically Chapter 12, Implementation.
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve Water and Light bills and authorize their payments of $588,314.16. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the City bills and authorize their payments of $314,476.93. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Resolution #2007-1, establishing an interest rate for any interfund loan from the city’s General Fund to Fund 26 for TID No. 6. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the write off of uncollectible EMS bills in the amount of $20,480.76 from 2000 through May 2006. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Public Safety Committee Report - None
Public Works Committee Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to adopt Resolution #2006-52, designate city clerk as the representative to file the Recycling Grants to Responsible Units and Recycling Efficiency Incentive grant applications. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to adopt Resolution #2007-2, renaming that part of Exchange Street that lies in Block 12 of the original plat of the City of Evansville and part of Evans and Spencer Addition, City of Evansville and part of Assessor’s Plat Sheet 2, City of Evansville to South Union Street. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Ordinance #2006-45, amending stop sign location. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to approve the contract from Joe Daniels Construction Co. Inc. in the amount of $155,546 for City Hall Second Floor Office Alterations. Council reviewed the bid analysis (attachment) from the city engineer discussing the six received bids ranging from $155,546 to $198,829. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Ald. Hammann reported the final design for the Main Street Project is done and is available for review at City Hall. This project is scheduled to start this spring.
Water & Light Committee - None
Economic Development Committee Report - None
Evansville Redevelopment Authority Report - None
Parks and Recreation Board Report - None
Historic Preservation Commission Report
Ald. Wessels reported the Commission will return the extra $500 from their 2006 budget to the city.
Fire District Report - None
Unfinished Business - None
Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Roberts, to waive the seven-day notice requirement on mayoral appointments. Motion carried.
Motion Roberts, seconded by Juergens, to approve the mayoral appointment of Mason Braunschweig, 590 W. Main St., to the Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)/Residential Design Committee. Motion carried.
Motion Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the mayoral appointment of Thayne Anderson, 464 Meadow Lane, as an alternate to Board of Appeals for a three-year term expiring in 2010. Motion carried.
Motion Hammann, seconded by Juergens, to approve the mayoral designation of Susan Finque as first alternate and Thayne Anderson as second alternate to the Board of Appeals for 2007. Mayor Decker reported the code requires the mayor to appoint the first and second alternates every year. Motion carried.
New Business
The Council reviewed Charter Communication’s new rates and discussed how they could control these rates. The conclusion was Council has little to no control over Charter’s rates. The city could encourage other businesses to come into Evansville and promote competition in the rates.
Introduction of New Ordinances - None
Adjournment
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Wessels, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 PM. Motion carried.
Prepared by:
James Beilke
City Clerk/Treasurer
These minutes are not official until approved by Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 9, 2007, 6:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI
MINUTES
Mayor Decker called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Present were: Mayor Decker and Alderpersons Wyse, Roberts, Hammann, Cothard, Sornson, Juergens, Braunschweig, and Wessels. Staff present: Dan Wietecha, City Administrator; Mark Kopp City Attorney; Scott George, Water Light Superintendent; Art Philips, Police Lieutenant; Kathy Buttchen, Assistant EMS Coordinator; David Wartenweiler, Public Works Superintendent; and Jim Beilke, Clerk/Treasurer.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Roberts, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve and to amend the agenda by deleting the words “other than agenda items listed” for agenda item 5, Citizens Appearances, and by moving agenda item 6D(4), Senior Center, to follow agenda item 4, Approval of Minutes. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to waive the reading of the minutes of December 12, 2006, regular meeting and approve them as printed. Motion carried.
Primetimers/Senior Nutritional Center and Senior Transportation Program
Diane Skinner and Evelyn Cantrell distributed their financial report and reviewed it with the Council.
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report (as amended)
Motion by Roberts, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve agreement for Coordination of Senior Services. Mayor Decker reported the Primetimers Board asked to change the transportation service hours to 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Roberts, to change the transportation service hours to 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Motion carried.
The original motion, as amended, carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Citizen appearances
Melanie White, 39 W. Church Street, appeared and spoke in favor of Ordinance #2006-44. She understands the neighborhood concerns and is willing to compromise.
Alan and Mary Pitas, 120 W. Church Street; Richard and Anna Fanning, 122 S. First Street; and Betsy Ahner, 20 S. First Street, appeared and spoke against Ordinance #2006-44. They are not adverse to the dental office and a business sign. Their concerns were if the home is rezoned B-1, another type of business could move into this building, which could negatively affect the value of their homes.
Prior to this meeting, Michelle Frey, 123 S. First Street, and Doug Tessman, 129 W. Church Street, emailed messages to the city clerk regarding their concerns against Ordinance #2006-44. The emails were distributed to Council.
Evansville Community Partnership Report
Doug Zweizig, 6057 N Finn Road, reported the Chili Cook-off will held on March 3rd and the Energy Fair will be held on April 27th.
SOLE Committee
Gilbert Wiedenhoeft, 256 W. Main Street, reported they are working on their website (lakeleota.org).
Plan Commission Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the one-lot division as shown on the preliminary CSM, provided the conditions imposed by the Plan Commission are met prior to recording the final CSM with Rock County (Application #2006-40; Landmark Services Cooperative, Applicant). The Council noted that Plan Commission added a sixth stipulation to the staff report that easements are to be recorded in the final CSM. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Ordinance #2006-42, amending Chapter 130 of the Municipal Code by allowing motor vehicle storage yards in certain zoning districts as amended by the Plan Commission. With the current code, there are no allowances for vehicle storage. This ordinance rectifies that oversight. The Council discussed how this ordinance would affect existing businesses. Most businesses that store vehicles for repair will not be affected by this ordinance. There are only a couple of businesses that temporarily store vehicles before they are moved elsewhere. This ordinance would require those few businesses to make changes. Motion carried on a voice vote (7-1).
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Ordinance #2006-43, requiring the payment of real estate taxes before a certified survey map may be recorded by the Rock County Register of Deeds. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Ordinance #2006-44, rezoning territory (39 Church Street) from Residential District One (R-1) to Local Business (B-1) District in response to Development Application #2006-36. The Council discussed what they heard from the business owner and residents tonight. They also discussed the procedures for this rezoning and why the city was the applicant. The consensus was the business owner and residents could find a compromise without rezoning the property. Motion failed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Mayor Decker led the discussion on directing committee chairs to review their respective sections of the comprehensive plan specifically Chapter 12, Implementation.
Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve Water and Light bills and authorize their payments of $588,314.16. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the City bills and authorize their payments of $314,476.93. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for operation of youth program. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to adopt Resolution #2007-1, establishing an interest rate for any interfund loan from the city’s General Fund to Fund 26 for TID No. 6. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the write off of uncollectible EMS bills in the amount of $20,480.76 from 2000 through May 2006. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Public Safety Committee Report - None
Public Works Committee Report
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to adopt Resolution #2006-52, designate city clerk as the representative to file the Recycling Grants to Responsible Units and Recycling Efficiency Incentive grant applications. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Cothard, to adopt Resolution #2007-2, renaming that part of Exchange Street that lies in Block 12 of the original plat of the City of Evansville and part of Evans and Spencer Addition, City of Evansville and part of Assessor’s Plat Sheet 2, City of Evansville to South Union Street. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to adopt Ordinance #2006-45, amending stop sign location. Motion carried.
Motion by Hammann, seconded by Roberts, to approve the contract from Joe Daniels Construction Co. Inc. in the amount of $155,546 for City Hall Second Floor Office Alterations. Council reviewed the bid analysis (attachment) from the city engineer discussing the six received bids ranging from $155,546 to $198,829. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Ald. Hammann reported the final design for the Main Street Project is done and is available for review at City Hall. This project is scheduled to start this spring.
Water & Light Committee - None
Economic Development Committee Report - None
Evansville Redevelopment Authority Report - None
Parks and Recreation Board Report - None
Historic Preservation Commission Report
Ald. Wessels reported the Commission will return the extra $500 from their 2006 budget to the city.
Fire District Report - None
Unfinished Business - None
Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
Motion by Cothard, seconded by Roberts, to waive the seven-day notice requirement on mayoral appointments. Motion carried.
Motion Roberts, seconded by Juergens, to approve the mayoral appointment of Mason Braunschweig, 590 W. Main St., to the Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)/Residential Design Committee. Motion carried.
Motion Cothard, seconded by Braunschweig, to approve the mayoral appointment of Thayne Anderson, 464 Meadow Lane, as an alternate to Board of Appeals for a three-year term expiring in 2010. Motion carried.
Motion Hammann, seconded by Juergens, to approve the mayoral designation of Susan Finque as first alternate and Thayne Anderson as second alternate to the Board of Appeals for 2007. Mayor Decker reported the code requires the mayor to appoint the first and second alternates every year. Motion carried.
New Business
The Council reviewed Charter Communication’s new rates and discussed how they could control these rates. The conclusion was Council has little to no control over Charter’s rates. The city could encourage other businesses to come into Evansville and promote competition in the rates.
Introduction of New Ordinances - None
Adjournment
Motion by Braunschweig, seconded by Wessels, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 PM. Motion carried.
Prepared by:
James Beilke
City Clerk/Treasurer
These minutes are not official until approved by Common Council at their next regular meeting.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Sunday, December 3, 2006
Minutes; Water and Light: December 2006
Water & Light Committee Meeting
December 27, 2006
Minutes
Chair Cothard called the meeting to order at 18:30:28
Present were Tom Cothard, John Sornson, Dennis Wessels, Scott George, John Rasmussen and Mayor Sandy Decker.
1. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to approve November 29,2006 minutes Passed 3-0
2. There were no citizen concerns
3. Bruce Beth and Pete Johnson of Forster Engineering gave a presentation on the Electric System Study they have just completed.
4. Heidi Carvin of the Public Benefits Comm. recommended that the Water & Light Comm. provide low-income weatherization assistance to Evansville Town homes.
5. Roger Berg and Matt Brown representing Evansville Town homes requested low-income weatherization assistance. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to provide 80% of the$42075.33 for the project. Passed 3-0
6. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to accept bids for two new pick-up trucks (1)2007 short wheel base pick-up from Helgesen Ford @ 23,600.00 (2) 2007 ¾ ton regular cab pick-up from Symdom Chevrolet @ 24,323.14 passed 3-0
7. Chairperson Cothard discussed Truck Signs after a short discussion no action was taken
8. Superintendent George had no report
9. There was nothing more to come before the Comm.
10. Motion by Cothard 2nd by Wessels to Adjourn at 19:47:52 passed 3-0
Submitted J.A. Rasmussen
December 27, 2006
Minutes
Chair Cothard called the meeting to order at 18:30:28
Present were Tom Cothard, John Sornson, Dennis Wessels, Scott George, John Rasmussen and Mayor Sandy Decker.
1. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to approve November 29,2006 minutes Passed 3-0
2. There were no citizen concerns
3. Bruce Beth and Pete Johnson of Forster Engineering gave a presentation on the Electric System Study they have just completed.
4. Heidi Carvin of the Public Benefits Comm. recommended that the Water & Light Comm. provide low-income weatherization assistance to Evansville Town homes.
5. Roger Berg and Matt Brown representing Evansville Town homes requested low-income weatherization assistance. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to provide 80% of the$42075.33 for the project. Passed 3-0
6. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to accept bids for two new pick-up trucks (1)2007 short wheel base pick-up from Helgesen Ford @ 23,600.00 (2) 2007 ¾ ton regular cab pick-up from Symdom Chevrolet @ 24,323.14 passed 3-0
7. Chairperson Cothard discussed Truck Signs after a short discussion no action was taken
8. Superintendent George had no report
9. There was nothing more to come before the Comm.
10. Motion by Cothard 2nd by Wessels to Adjourn at 19:47:52 passed 3-0
Submitted J.A. Rasmussen
Minutes; Water and Light: November 2006
WATER & LIGHT COMMITTEE MEETING
REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2006
6:30 P.M. AT UTILITY SHOP, 15 OLD 92
MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Evansville Water & Light Committee was held on November 29, 2006, at 6:30 p.m. at the Evansville Utility Shop.
ROLL CALL IN ATTENDANCE
Thomas Cothard, Chairperson
Dennis Wessels, Alderperson
Scott George, Superintendent
John Rasmussen, Foreman
Eric Jepperson, City Finance Director
Chairperson Cothard called the meeting of the City of Evansville Water & Light Committee to order at 6:30 p.m.
Motion by Chairperson Cothard, seconded by Alderperson Wessels, to approve the September 27, 2006 (October, 2006 meeting was cancelled) minutes of the Water and Light Committee as printed. Motion carried.
Citizen Concerns
None.
Discussion on inserts in the Water & Light bills.
Discussion of the outstanding balance of the Robert Schaefges account. Motion by Chairperson Cothard, seconded by Alderperson Wessels, to write off the remaining balance. Motion carried.
Committee Reports – Superintendent Scott George
Discussion of a potential date for a public hearing on the water rate case. No action taken.
Comments by William Dunlop from Foth & Van Dyke on the site plan for the biodiesel plant. No action taken.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Eric Jepperson
These minutes are preliminary and subject to approval by the Water & Light Committee at their next regularly scheduled meeting.
REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2006
6:30 P.M. AT UTILITY SHOP, 15 OLD 92
MINUTES
The regular monthly meeting of the Evansville Water & Light Committee was held on November 29, 2006, at 6:30 p.m. at the Evansville Utility Shop.
ROLL CALL IN ATTENDANCE
Thomas Cothard, Chairperson
Dennis Wessels, Alderperson
Scott George, Superintendent
John Rasmussen, Foreman
Eric Jepperson, City Finance Director
Chairperson Cothard called the meeting of the City of Evansville Water & Light Committee to order at 6:30 p.m.
Motion by Chairperson Cothard, seconded by Alderperson Wessels, to approve the September 27, 2006 (October, 2006 meeting was cancelled) minutes of the Water and Light Committee as printed. Motion carried.
Citizen Concerns
None.
Discussion on inserts in the Water & Light bills.
Discussion of the outstanding balance of the Robert Schaefges account. Motion by Chairperson Cothard, seconded by Alderperson Wessels, to write off the remaining balance. Motion carried.
Committee Reports – Superintendent Scott George
Discussion of a potential date for a public hearing on the water rate case. No action taken.
Comments by William Dunlop from Foth & Van Dyke on the site plan for the biodiesel plant. No action taken.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Eric Jepperson
These minutes are preliminary and subject to approval by the Water & Light Committee at their next regularly scheduled meeting.
Minutes; Water and Light: September 2006
Water & Light Committee Meeting
September 27th 2006
Minutes
Cothard called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM
Present: Tom Cothard, John Sorenson, Dennis Wessels, Scott George, John Rasmussen & Mayor Sandy Decker.
1. Motion by Sornson 2nd Wessels to approve Aug. 30 minutes Passed 3-0
2. There were no citizens present
3. Cothard asked about Madison st. water project (going slow)
4. Scott said it was decided to pay WPPI over 5 years. Also Substation land purchase is proceeding.
5. Mayor Decker asks the committee to apply to have the Stand Pipe added to the Registry of Historical Places. As there is a grant to cover the cost of the application. Motion by Cothard 2nd Sornson to make the application. Passed 3-0
6. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to adjourn at 7:00 PM Passed 3-0
Submitted J.A.Rasmussen
September 27th 2006
Minutes
Cothard called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM
Present: Tom Cothard, John Sorenson, Dennis Wessels, Scott George, John Rasmussen & Mayor Sandy Decker.
1. Motion by Sornson 2nd Wessels to approve Aug. 30 minutes Passed 3-0
2. There were no citizens present
3. Cothard asked about Madison st. water project (going slow)
4. Scott said it was decided to pay WPPI over 5 years. Also Substation land purchase is proceeding.
5. Mayor Decker asks the committee to apply to have the Stand Pipe added to the Registry of Historical Places. As there is a grant to cover the cost of the application. Motion by Cothard 2nd Sornson to make the application. Passed 3-0
6. Motion by Wessels 2nd by Sornson to adjourn at 7:00 PM Passed 3-0
Submitted J.A.Rasmussen
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