FM020498
FINANCE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY, February 4, 1998
The meeting was called to order at 7:06 P.M. by Mayor De Angelis, Committee members Salentine,
Sanders and D’Acquisto (arrived at 7:29) were present. Also in attendance were Finance Director
Dawn Gunderson, Police Chief John Johnson and those per the attached sheet.
The Mayor noted that the meeting was noticed in accordance with the Open Meeting Law on
January 30, 1998.
The minutes of the previous meeting dated January 21, 1998 were reviewed and accepted.
REVIEW OF LICENSE APPLICATIONS
Ald. Salentine moved to approve Operator’s Licenses for Nick Guida, Debbie Berthelson,
Pamela Flintrop and Kelly Carr, subject to receipt of fees, favorable police reports and
verification of schooling. Seconded by Ald. Sanders. Vote 2-0, carried by all.
PERIODIC LICENSE REVIEW - Sueann Witt - Klub 24 Two (2) complaints were received since the
last review. They were handled to the satisfaction of the Committee. Subsequent reviews will occur
on an as-needed basis
LICENSE APPROVALS - Application for Races On Ice The Icetronauts Snowmobile Club request
a Temporary Class “B” License for February 15, 1998 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ald. Sanders
moved to approve the temporary license contingent upon the necessary clean up activities be
performed at the completion of the event. Ald. Salentine seconded. Vote 3-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Further discussion of Fire Department Rescue Fees - Ald. D’Acquisto abstained from this agenda
item. Finance Director, Dawn Gunderson provided a 3-year analysis (attached) and an estimate for
1998. 1998 estimated shortfall on expenses incurred by the City is $10,586.10. To compensate for
the $11,884.12 shortfall resulting from non-residents, the rescue fee rate to non-residents would
have to increase by $95.00 in 1998. Ald. Sanders requested to compare 1997 actual figures in
order to determine the fees charged to residents vs. non-residents. Dawn Gunderson will compile
the necessary figures for the February 10, 1998 Finance Committee meeting. Ald. Salentine
moved to defer the item to February 10, 1998 Finance Committee meeting. Ald. Sanders
seconded. Vote 2-0, with Ald. D’Acquisto abstaining. Ald. D’Acquisto rejoined the Committee at
this time.
Further discussion on request for approval of funds for Kurth Park Expansion and Development
project - Due to final proposal not available for review, Ald. D’Acquisto moved to defer until next
months meeting. Seconded by Ald. Salentine. Vote 3-0, carried by all.
Further review of architectural agreement for the police department expansion - The contract was
reviewed and discussed. The contract for the police department is similar in verbiage to the Library
project. Item 11.3.1 (Compensation for additional services/hourly rates) needs to be removed. Item
12.2 (lump sum credit) has been changed from $8,000 to $7,200. Item 11.2.1 (Basic Compensation)
indicates a lump sum fee of $93,200 in which the $7,200 lump sum credit has been credited. The
Mayor also indicated that no outside service agreements exist for this project. Ald. Salentine
moved to approve the architectural agreement, contingent upon review by the Mayor and the
City Attorney. Seconded by Ald. D’Acquisto. Vote 3-0.
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Further review of “Class B” Liquor License Fees - The Mayor had nothing new to report on this item.
Ald. D’Acquisto moved to defer to next months meeting. Ald. Sanders seconded. Vote 3-0.
The Mayor discussed the efforts underway to execute a hearing in the Senate on this issue.
Further review of municipal court fees - Judge Lentz has not provided the Committee with the
information sought. Police Chief Johnson discussed his concerns over the fee rates. Currently, a
$40.00 speeding ticket increases to $90.00 with all of the add-on costs. At times officers may not
write a ticket, due to the excessive cost of the ticket to the recipient. Ald. D’Acquisto moved to
defer this item until a recommendation is received, in writing from Judge Lentz. Seconded by
Ald. Sanders. Vote 3-0..
NEW BUSINESS
ESRI Maintenance Agreement - Joe Sommers is recommending acceptance of a one-year
maintenance agreement for the ARC/INFO software. The cost is $3,452.40. Ald. D’Acquisto
moved to approve the one-year maintenance agreement at a cost of $3,452.40. Seconded by
Ald. Salentine. Vote 3-0.
Central Office Systems Maintenance Agreement - Copy Machines - Due to additional information
being required, Ald. D’Acquisto moved to defer this item until next months meeting. Seconded
by Ald. Sanders. Vote 3-0.
Review request to be included in City’s Credit Card Policy (Municipal Court) - Finance Director
Gunderson received a written request from the Court Clerk requesting that they (Municipal Court) be
included in the City of Muskego Credit Card Policy as a department. The process of billing review
was discussed and ownership of the responsibility within the Municipal Court department. Ald.
Salentine moved to add the Municipal Court as a department to the City of Muskego Credit
Card Policy, contingent upon receiving, in writing a statement from Judge Lentz that he will
assume responsibility for the credit card. Seconded by Ald. Sanders. Vote 3-0.
FINANCE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
The Mayor reported that as of yesterday, Finance Director Dawn Gunderson has satisfied her one-
year probationary period. The Mayor complemented Dawn on the exemplary job she has done
during this time. Dawn stated that especially during the absence of a bookkeeper, her staff has put
forth a tremendous effort, going above and beyond to get things done.
Dawn reports that on February 17, 1998, Sharon Mueller (a Muskego resident), will be joining the
staff and will fill the recent vacancy in her department.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
The Mayor reported that the second round of interviews for the Computer Specialist position have
begun. The Parks and Recreation Director candidate will be at Council on Tuesday for approval of
appointment.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business to discuss, Ald. D’Acquisto moved to adjourn at 8:15 P.M. Seconded
by Ald. Sanders. Vote 3-0, carried by all.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Gulgowski, Recording Secretary