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FINANCE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MAY 20, 1992
The meeting was called to order at 7:OO P.M. by Chairman
Salentine. Also present were Committee Members Patterson,
Dumke and Sanders, Chief Johnson, Building Inspection Director
Chuck Dykstra and Scott Krause.
The Committee recommended approval, with the same restrictions
as last year, of all of the reviewed liquor license
applications for 1992-1993.
Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval for Operator's License
for the following applicants subject to receipt of fees and
favorable police reports: Kathy Williams, Sharon Clapp, and
Cynthia McClintock. Seconded by Ald. Patterson, motion carried.
Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval for a "Class A"
Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to
Muskego Warehouse Beer & Liquor, Inc., Craig Fischer, agent.
Seconded by Ald. Patterson, motion carried.
Chuck Dykstra appeared before the Committee to discuss the $500
bond that was posted by Russo Builders to allow for the sewer
and water plumbing to be extended into the building at 575
W17960 Karah Court prior to foundation construction. The bond
states that it is to be forfeited in the event of illegal use
of water at the site. There were two violations and a citation
was issued after the second violation. Ald. Patterson moved to
approve forfeiture of bond. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion
carried. Funds to be transferred from Account #100.0000.0246
Miscellaneous Refundable Bonds to Account #100.0042.0754
Sundry--Regulation & Compliance Revenue.
Chief Johnson appeared before the Committee to discuss League
of Wisconsin Municipalities Hot Line. The purpose of this
telephone access to legal counsel is to provide advice to help
ensure that proper police procedures are followed, that
defenses to potential claims have been preserved, and that
available legitimate, legal options are considered for actions
taken. Chief Johnson felt it would help not only in
emergencies, but also will answer routine police liability
questions. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval. Seconded
by Ald. Dumke, motion carried. There is no charge for this
service.
The Committee reviewed reimbursement of funds in the amount of
$13,749.00 to Karek Builders for the water project adjacent to
Lake Point Estates and acceptance of that improvement. Ald.
Sanders moved to approve payment of funds from the Water
Utility in the amount of $13,749.00 per the Lake Point Estates
Subdivider's Agreement. Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried
The request for 6-month salary level for Assessment Technician
was removed from the agenda as the increase is part of the
AFSCME Labor Contract.
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The Committee reviewed correspondence from Information Systems
Director Joe Sommers requesting to pay Centrex line monthly
bills from account #100.1500.5100 (Information System
Maintenance & Rental) for 1992 and to add a new account,
#100.1500.6200, with the appropriate budget in 1993. The
annual cost is about $200. Ald. Patterson moved to approve.
Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried.
Request for expenditure of funds for extension of Recreation
Trail was removed from the agenda.
The Committee reviewed Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
with the City of Milwaukee to use their services in the event
of a hazardous materials incident occurring within the City of
Muskego. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval with certain
modifications made to the agreement. Seconded by Ald. Dumke,
motion carried.
The Committee reviewed the following equipment purchases for
the Muskego Volunteer Fire Company:
Phone System
Generator
Venting
Compressor
Hoist
Furniture, Blinds, etc.
$ 6,230.00
11,925.00
38,671.00
39,000.00
1,150.00
13,000.00
Ald. Patterson moved to approve above purchases. Seconded by
Ald. Dumke, motion carried. It was agreed that Resolution
#124-92 be placed back on the Council Agenda of 5/26/92 in
order to address the contingency shortage as the result of new
state requirements.
It was noted that Delta Group is in the process of applying for
Wisconsin Development Funds to complete restoration of the
building.
The Committee reviewed proposal from Wisconsin Automatic Door,
Inc., for the locking system for the front doors of City
Hall/Library in the amount of $832.00. Ald. Dumke moved to
approve. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. The funds
will be taken from Capital Outlay Account-City Hall Architect
Fees.
Chief Johnson and Union President Officer Jim Larson reviewed
with the Committee a grievance received from several officers
as a result of the temporary order issued against part-time
police employment. Ald. Sanders moved to approve the following
reimbursements subject to the Police Association assuring the
City that no further grievances will be initiated as a result
of the temporary order of suspension of part-time employment of
City Police Officers without an indemnification
acknowledgement, and transfer of $1,257 from Contingency
Account #100.8300.3212 to Miscellaneous Account #100.8400.3212:
James Larson $452 .OO
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Paul Geiszler
John Walejewski
385.00
420.00
$1,257 .OO
Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried with Ald. Patterson
casting a dissenting vote. Mayor Salentine will be conferring
with the City Attorney to determine whether the Finance
Committee's action on a grievance matter needs Council action.
Chief Johnson discussed with the Committee establishing a new
position of Police School Liaison. The Muskego-Norway School
District has committed itself to establishing this position
beginning with the first semester of the 1992-93 school year.
The School District will furnish the officer with office space,
furniture and some clerical support. The City will pay any
recruitment cost, training, uniforms and pager costs estimated
total to be $1,250 for the first year and $800 thereafter. The
annual salary and benefits of $42,065.32 will be split as
follows: School District -- $18,198.00 (43.3%); City --
$23,867.32 (56.7%). Ald. Dumke moved to recommend approval to
implement one school liaison position beginning August 1992 and
hiring a replacement for that officer for January 1, 1993. It
was further agreed that if an officer is hired to fill the
vacancy and is not certified, the training required will be
funded from the 1992 Contingency Account. Seconded by Ald.
Sanders, motion carried.
Scott Krause appeared before the Committee to request waiving
of park dedication fees for Country Club Villages. Ald.
Patterson moved to disapprove request. Seconded by Ald.
Sanders, motion carried.
Chuck Dykstra discussed with the Committee his request for
additional overtime hours and purchase of an additional
terminal. Ald. Sanders moved to approve a transfer $3,000 from
Contingency Account #100.8300.3212 to Contracted Services
Account #100.2500.2400. Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion
carried. The Committee is recommending that the Public Safety
Committee look into the possibility of changing the 1:OO-3:00
P.M. closing time of the Building Inspection Department to
Noon-3:00 P.M.
Ald. Dumke moved to approve expenditure of $1,250. for purchase
of #3477 terminal from WISCOMP to be taken from the General
Government Capital Budget Account. $750. will be used from
funds allocated for a printer for the Building Department and
the remaining $500 will be used from the fund for a laser
printer for the Planning Department, as this item has come down
in price since it was budgeted last year.
Sanders, motion carried.
Seconded by Ald.
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Ald. Patterson moved to approve the following Release of Funds
from their Letters of Credit:
Meadow Green West Addn. #3 - $7,768.50
Settler's Creek - $ 325.00
The meeting adjourned at 11:OO P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Ald. David J. Sanders
Secretary
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