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FCM19950419FINANCE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGG MINUTES OF MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 1995 The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. by Chairman De Angelis. Also present were Committee Members D'Acquisto and Sanders, Ald. Patterson, Recreation Director Gordon Jacobson, Police Chief John Johnson, Attorney Julie Gay, and those per the attached list. The Committee noted that the meeting was posted on 4/14/95 in accordance with the Open Meeting Law. The Committee discussed the requested Outside Dance Permit for the Silver Bullet for Saturday, May 20, 1995 from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. with Linda Karras. Ald. Sanders moved to approve the permit noting that Ms. Karras explained that there will be a tent (with sides) and barriers, and with the stipulation that the music will be allowed from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and that outside sales will be permitted in the fenced area until 10:00 P.M. subject to Ms. Karras changing her premise description on her liquor license with the City Clerk's Office. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. The Committee went on record to tell Ms. Karras that if there are any noise or other complaints, that no future permits will be granted. The Committee noted that the three month review of Craig Flancher's record showed no record of violations. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to approve the following applications for Operator's License subject to receipt of fees, favorable police report and verification of schooling: John Kopaczewski Deanna Chojnacki Angela Hamilton Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. Ms. Kathleen Rea and David Fuller appeared before the Committee to discuss request for a Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License for the Bayside Inn under DKD Enterprises, Inc. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to defer until the May 3, 1995 meeting and recommended that Dennis Fuller be replaced on corporation papers. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to go into Closed Session at 8:19 P.M. pursuant to State Statute 19.85(l)(g), Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved; more specifically, certain Little Muskego Lake Dam owners vs. the Board of Review, noting that action may be taken in Closed Session. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried unanimously. FINANCE CONMITTEE - PAGE 2 APRIL 19, 1995 The meeting reconvened at 8:45 P.M. into Open Session to continue agenda items. Further discussion on Subdivider's Agreement for CCV (Champions Village) and Agenten (CSM) were both removed from the agenda as nothing new has been submitted. Gordon Jacobson appeared before the Committee to review the Recreation Supervisor's work hour history, to date, and the possible need to move towards a fulltime position. Administrative charges were discussed as means to pay for additional hours. Chief Johnson discussed with the Committee the proposed refurnishing of the Lions Den by the Muskego Lions Club. The Club intends to put up new drywall over the paneled area and install new carpeting. Ald. Sanders moved to approve project. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. The Committee discussed with Chief Johnson his request to purchase a van to replace the 1980 Dodge van which was approved in the 1995 budget. The original request was for $15,500 to purchase a new van, but the Finance Committee only approved $8,500 and requested that a used van be investigated. After investigation, Chief Johnson advised that he has been unsuccessful and that several dealers have told him it is unusual to find utility vans with mileage under 80,000 miles in good condition. Chief requested authorization to purchase a new utility van in the amount of $15,847 from Southgate Ford; monies to be allocated as follows: Vehicle Replacement Account, #100.2000.3910 $ 8,500 Asset Forfeiture Fund Acct., #100.0000.0265 $ 7,347 It was noted that $500.00 was allowed van. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend D'Acquisto, motion carried. The Committee reviewed two items from for trade-in of 1980 Dodge approval. Seconded by Ald. Parks Director Peter Theis which are requests ror use ot Park ueaication Funds as follows: Project #l - Request to authorize City Engineers (Ruekert & Mielke) to design an off-road path on the east side of Lannon Drive running between Janesville Road and the Muskego Recreation Trail (WEPCO right-of-way) for an amount not to exceed $5,200. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend approval of Park Dedication Funds not to exceed $5,200. for engineering services for the off-road path on Lannon Drive. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. Project #2 - Request to authorize the paving contractor for the Idle Isle boat launch project expand the scope of their services to include repaving of the 10,300 sq. ft. area around the area at a cost of $.93 per sq. ft. for a total of $9,621. FINANCE COMMITTEE - PAGE 3 APRIL 19, 1995 0 Ald. D'Acquisto moved to recommend approval of Park Dedication Funds not to exceed $9,621 for the repaving project. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. The Committee reviewed the agreement between the City of Muskego and the Water Bugs Ski Team, Inc. for granting placement of water ski jump on bed of Little Muskego Lake, placement of pier at Idle Isle and approval of practice/show dates on Little Muskego Lake for 1995. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to recommend approval of the dates and agreement. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. City Treasurer Jean Sanders and Deputy Treasurer Sally Luell appeared before the Committee to give an update on investment of city funds. A review of Moody's report on the "State Investment Fund" shows that the market risk has been eliminated from derivative investments and that the "State Fund" has maintained i favorable credit ratings by "Moody's" and "Standard & Poors". ts Mr. John Henderson (Mooney, LeSage) and Mr. Dale Folsom (co-broker) appeared before the Committee to present an Offer to Purchase for 5 plus acres of land, lot 1 and lot 2 of CSM 6448 in the amount of $20,000 per acre. The Committee determined that they would be receptive to an offer of $25,000 per acre, with all standard conditions, if the offer is received by the City by Noon on Friday, April 21, 1995. If the offer is not received, the Committee will recommend denial of original offer. Treasurer Sanders discussed with the Committee request to write-off delinquent personal property tax bills for various businesses. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to direct the Treasurer to hold off on State Farm bill for Jeff Kress as payment may be forthcoming, and to proceed with serving of warrant for non-payment and contempt of court for the delinquent amount for Inch-by-Inch. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. Ald. Sanders moved to approve payment of Emerald Park Landfill Committee Secretarial expenses in the amount of $75.00 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $81.04. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. I Roman's Grading Service appeared before the Committee to discuss concerns over Lakewood Meadows Restoration bond payout. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to approve the following requests for Release of Funds: Kimberly Estates - Eng bill $ 390.53 Lakewood Meadows Addition #l - Eng bill $ 483.36 Lakewood Meadows Addition #l - MGS $18,678.00 (Utilities) Lakeview Highlands - Eng bill Kimberly Estates - MGS : 4,81::::: (Grading) Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 11:05 P.M. FINANCE COMMITTEE - PAGE 4 APRIL 19, 1995 Respectfully submitted, /ca Ald. David J. Sanders Secretary