FCM19941102FINANCE COMMITTEE - CITY OF NDSKEGO
MINUTES OF NEETING HELD WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1994
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. by Chairman De
Angelis. Also present were Committee Members Sanders, Dumke,
and Patterson (arrived at 7~25 P.M.), Ald. Woodard, Ald.
D'Acquisto, Chief Johnson and those per the attached list.
The Committee noted that the meeting was posted in accordance
with the Open Meeting Law.
The Committee conducted a three-month review of status of Operator's License for Myra Stolze and determined there were no
violations.
The Committee interviewed Brenda German and Meredith Halbrucker
regarding their applications for Operator's Licenses. Ald.
Dumke moved to approve application for Brenda German subject to
receipt of all fees, verification of class and favorable police
report. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. Meredith
Halbrucker was requested to return for a second interview after
further reviewing information.
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Scott Krause appeared before the Committee to further
discuss Subdivider's Agreement for CCV (Champions Village). It
was noted that further information will be coming from the
engineers.
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The Committee reviewed Liquor License Ordinance proposed amendments referred from the Rules, Laws & Ordinance Committee.
Scott Krause summarized his letter of October 15, 1994. Mayor
De Angelis pointed out his ability to participate in discussion due to the release of the liquor license from Pizza-Burger
System, Inc., of which he is a corporate officer. Ald.
D'Acquisto stated that there is one license being held by a
party without a premise. Ald. Dumke felt there were a lot of
questions to be answered; he is not in favor of the 120 day
restriction. Mr. Richard Schaumberg spoke about the 120 day
language. Mr. Art Dyer spoke of protection through lease
language and avoid trying to identify each and every case
whereby license is transferred or revoked. Mayor De Angelis
stated that a straight 120 day requirement is a problem as too
many special circumstances occur where 120 days may not be sufficient time. Ald. Woodard questioned the reason for the
proposed change in the ordinance; she did not believe there was
a need for a change. Aid. Patterson spoke of the need to receive more input. Ald. Sanders questioned what problem or
perceived problem we were trying to solve; he was not convinced of the need for change. Scott Krause stated that liquor licenses could be sold to another party. The Committee questioned Mr. Krause's statement and will refer to the City Attorney for opinion. The Committee deferred action noting the
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0 following options to be further researched and discussed at the
December meeting:
1. Don't change a thing.
2. Work around 120 day requirement.
3. Difference between granting & issuing. 4. Lease language protection.
5. License not attached to premise needs to be addressed, especially for new construction
of a premise (i.e. hotel, restaurant, etc.).
6. Clearly identify perceived problems we are
trying to solve by changing ordinance.
The Committee reviewed Property Tax Assessment and billing
agreement received from Waukesha County, along with a memorandum
from Information Systems Director Joe Sommers recommending the two year contract for 1995 and 1996. The contracted rates for
1995 are $1.00 per parcel for on-line tax processing and $1.18
per parcel for CAMA. The rates will increase in 1996 by the
consumer price index, not to exceed seven percent. Ald. Sanders
moved to recommend approval of two year contract. Seconded by
Ald. Patterson, motion carried.
Chief Johnson appeared before the Committee to discuss Wisconsin
Electric Power Company's offer to donate a one ton step van with
0 78,000 miles. The original engine has been changed twice; the
current engine and drive train run fine and the body has no rust
or damage. Ald. Patterson moved to approve request and to
authorize the following:
1. Sale of the 1954 Reo truck with the use of proceeds to refurbish the new command post vehicle.
2. Acceptance of the Chevrolet step van from the Wisconsin Electric Power Co. at no cost.
3. Trade the abandoned Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck
to Young's Auto Body in exchange for labor to paint the Chevrolet step van.
Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried.
The Committee reviewed correspondence from City Attorney Riffle,
dated October 24, 1994, advising the City that the City's former
errors and omissions insurance carrier, National Union, has
agreed to a final settlement offer for a substantial portion of
all attorneys fees incurred in the defense of the Murn et al.,
v. City of Muskego defense in the amount of $29,567.11. Ald.
Patterson moved to approve the final settlement offer totalling
$29,567.11 and to authorize Attorney Riffle to accept this offer
as full and final settlement of the City's claim against National Union. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried.
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The Committee reviewed Relocation Order for acquisition of lands
for Freedom Square Pond expansion in order to proceed with
project. The purchase of the lands is necessary to facilitate the expansion of the west pond of the Freedom Square Ponds
complex to improve storm water detention and sediment trapping
capabilities. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval of
Relocation Order. Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried.
Mayor De Angelis updated the Committee on the changes to the
City's Pension Plan and Trust in accordance with Tax Reform Act
of 1989. Ald. Patterson moved to incorporate mandated changes.
Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried.
The Committee reviewed Non-Waiver Agreement whereby the City of Muskego and Wausau Insurance Companies will cooperate in the
accumulation of information relevant to whether benefits exist,
and if so, the extent of the benefits in connection with the
claim received for the Town of East Troy Landfill Site. Ald.
Sanders moved to authorize the Mayor to sign Non-Waiver
Agreement. Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried.
The Subdivider's Agreement and Letter of Credit for Foxboro-North Subdivision was deferred.
The Committee reviewed requests for Release of Funds for the following:
Kelly, Pufall, Adams, Hintz CSM - A request for a release of $22.012.69 has been received for
all underground items. The City Engineers are
recommending releasing $12,390.55 due to the
outstanding punchlist and unacceptable sump
pump clean out installation. Ald. Sanders moved
to release $12,390.55 leaving a total remaining
balance of $57,593.33. Seconded by Ald. Dumke,
motion carried.
Settler's Creek - A request for release of all
remaining funds has been received. The City
Engineers are recommending release of all funds
remaining in the Letter of Credit of $13,213.09 and
holding remaining funds in Developer's Deposit
totaling $203.73 to cover any fees and engineering
invoices yet to be processed. Ald. Sanders moved
to approve release of $13,213.09 from Letter of
Credit. Seconded by Ald. Patterson, motion carried.
Lake Ridge North - Ald. Sanders moved to approve payment of engineering fees in the amount of $543.78.
Seconded by Ald. Dumke, motion carried.
The Committee reviewed memorandum from Plan Director Matt Sadowski requesting that acceptance of improvements for Lake
Point Estates and Lake Point Estates West be deferred as the
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City Engineers are meeting with the project representatives on
November 4, 1994, to discuss required curb replacement and hydrant adjustments. Ald. Sanders moved to defer. Seconded by
Ald. Dumke, moti~on carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ald. David J. Sanders
Secretary