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FINANCE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2004
The meeting was called to order in the Aldermen’s Room at 6:55 pm by Mayor Slocomb
with Committee Members Salentine and Madden present along with Deputy Clerk
Blenski. Committee Member Schroeder arrived at 6:59 pm. Aldermen Buckmaster,
Borgman, Melcher and Patterson arrived during the meeting. Those present recited the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Slocomb stated the meeting was noticed in accordance with the open meeting
law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ald. Madden moved to approve minutes of the meeting held August 18, 2004.
Seconded by Ald. Salentine; motion carried.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Operator’s License - Kerry Shepherd
The Committee deferred action on the application submitted by Ms. Shepherd and
requested letters of recommendation be provided. Ms. Shepherd appeared before the
Committee and provided the information requested. Ald. Salentine moved to
recommend approval of an Operator’s License for Kerry Shepherd subject to a 3, 6, 9
and 12-month review. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
Outside Dance Permit and Amendment to Premise - Spitfires
Ms. Vera Pires (Spitfires) appeared before the Committee to discuss her request for an
Outside Dance Permit and an amendment to her premise for September 17, 18 and 19,
2004. The Committee noted only one noise complaint was received for outside events
held at the establishment in 2003. Ald. Buckmaster asked if there was consistency
regarding the time allowed for outside music. Ald. Salentine stated each request is
handled on a case-by-case basis. Ald. Schroeder moved to recommend approval of an
Outside Dance Permit for Friday and Saturday, September 17 and 18 until 11:30 pm
and for Sunday, September 19 until 10:00 pm, and that the outside premise be licensed
on September 17 and 18 until midnight and on September 19 until 11:00 pm. Ald.
Madden seconded; motion carried.
Mayor Slocomb adjourned the meeting so the Committee could move to the Muskego
Room as noted on the agenda. The Finance Committee then reconvened in the
Muskego Room.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Approve Town Hall Improvements
The Committee deferred this item at the August 18, 2004 meeting. Ald. Schroeder
stated Mr. Anderson and Mr. McMullen answered the questions he had. Where do we
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go if the estimates are off and we fall short of finishing the project? The Mayor stated it
depends on what the amount of the shortfall is. If substantial, the issue will have to
come back. Ald. Salentine moved to approve. Ald. Madden seconded. Motion carried
with 2 in favor and Ald. Schroeder voting “no.”
NEW BUSINESS
Review Bids for Idle Isle Bridge
The following bids were received for the project:
Zenith Tech, Inc. $82,675.00
Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc. $77,001.70
Lunda Construction Company $79,737.50
Ald. Salentine moved to recommend acceptance of low bid submitted by Edward
Kraemer & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $77,001.70. Ald. Madden seconded; motion
carried.
Review Expenditure for Janesville Road Culvert
Mayor Slocomb provided a brief explanation. The County installed a new culvert in the
Tess Corners area as part of the Janesville Road reconstruction project. The new
culvert was installed to the west of the old culvert leaving a huge ditch between two
properties (on the north side of Janesville), which affects the usability of the land. The
area is in one of the redevelopment districts and part of a TID. The County has
indicated that if the City wants the box culvert extended, it must obtain DNR approval
and pay for the extension. Ald. Patterson stated he specifically asked the County about
these areas and was told they would be able to be used for parking. When did the
County change the plan? Mayor Slocomb stated it looks like this was all part of the
original plan. If the City can proceed, this would be an amendment to the project.
Timing is essential. The approximate cost is $51,000 with the Mayor requesting a 10%
contingency because there is a discrepancy regarding the actual number of feet.
Another contingency is if the funding can come from TID 9. We currently show
approximately $192,571 left in that TID potentially available for expenditure. What is
unknown is if there are any outstanding invoices.
Ald. Buckmaster stated parking was promised to the business owners and constituents
in the area. He has a concern if sufficient TID funds are not available. Ald. Schroeder
asked if this was a TIF eligible expense with the Mayor responding yes. Ald. Patterson
asked about the south side of Janesville Road. Mayor Slocomb stated the impact is not
the same at that location. The City is working with Waukesha County to lease property
for parking. Ald. Patterson asked if anyone has talked to the property owners on the
north side of Janesville to determine their plans. The Mayor stated he has talked to
one property owner so far. Ald. Buckmaster clarified that the parking commitment was
made to the property owners on the south side of Janesville Road.
Mayor Slocomb recalculated the total needed using additional footage. The new total
comes to $60,746.04. The Mayor would then look for a 5% contingency. Ald.
Schroeder asked why this was not brought to us sooner. Where will the money come
from if it can’t come from the TID? Mayor Slocomb stated the issue would come back
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to the Finance Committee and Council. Ald. Salentine moved to recommend approval
subject to the new total of $60,746.04 with a 5% contingency, available TID funds and
DNR approval. Ald. Madden seconded. Ald. Schroeder stated there are too many
unresolved questions. He wants all answers firmed up and in writing. Ald. Schroeder
moved to defer. Motion died for lack of a second. Motion to recommend approval
carried with 2 in favor and Ald. Schroeder voting “no.”
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Salentine moved for approval of payment of General Vouchers in the amount of
$475,859.08 and Utility Vouchers in the amount of $900,665.30. Ald. Madden
seconded; motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Madden moved to adjourn at 7:54 pm. Ald. Salentine seconded; motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jill Blenski, CMC
Deputy Clerk