FM20070123
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved 2/13/2007
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Audio Recording Available
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Muskego City Hall, Aldermen’s Room
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. In attendance were Committee
Members Ald. Salentine, Madden and Borgman, City Administrator Sheiffer, Finance
Department Supervisor Mueller, Deputy Clerk Blenski, and those per the attached
sheet. Ald. Melcher and Schaefer were also in attendance.
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Deputy Clerk noted that the meeting was posted in accordance with the Open
Meeting Law on January 19, 2007 and also as amended on January 21, 2007.
REVIEW OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Ald. Salentine moved to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2007 meeting. Ald.
Madden seconded; motion carried.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of an Operator’s License for
Danielle Talkowski, Mike Goerg, Suzanne Terry, Teresa Cameron, Tammy
Edminster, Angela Potrykus and Hetal Patel subject to the licensing requirements
being completed prior to issuance. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Borgman moved to approve issuance of a 2007 Dog Fancier License for
David Roy who was present. The Committee noted that no responses were received
regarding the application from the adjacent property owners. Seconded by Ald.
Madden; motion carried.
Mr. Joe Roman appeared on behalf of the Muskego Historical Society. A Roaring
Twenties Murder Mystery dinner event is planned for February 14, 16 and 17 at Old
Town Hall (6:00 PM to 10:00 PM). The event is open to all ages. Ald. Salentine
recommended the use of wristbands for identification purposes. Mr. Roman stated that
the tickets sold to date have all been to adults 21 years of age or older. Ald. Salentine
moved to recommend approval of a Temporary “Class B”/Class “B” License for
the Muskego Historical Society for February 14, February 16 and February 17,
2007 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
PERIODIC LICENSE REVIEW
Periodic review for Crystal Kelly revealed no new violations since the last report.
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NEW BUSINESS
Approval of Request of Little Muskego Yacht Club to Place Temporary Race
Course Markers
The Little Muskego Yacht Club has requested permission to place sailboat racecourse
markers on Little Muskego Lake for the period May 1 through September 30, 2007. The
request is the same as in previous years. Ald. Salentine moved to approve request
of Little Muskego Yacht Club. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Bids-Park Arthur Improvements
The following bids were received for the project:
Henry Marohl $383,661.00
Musson Brothers $254,988.00
C. W. Purpero $340,794.45
Oakes & Son $325,076.10
City Administrator Sheiffer stated during the bidding process it was discovered that
multiple changes to the specifications were necessary; staff recommend rejection of the
bids. Ald. Salentine moved to recommend rejection of all bids because
specifications for the project require multiple changes. Ald. Borgman seconded;
motion carried.
Discuss Building Secretary Position
City Administrator Sheiffer stated a request to fill the position internally was submitted
and Ald. Buckmaster asked that the position be discussed prior to proceeding. She
believes his thinking was that changes will be taking place in the department and
perhaps filling the position should wait until the new City Engineer/Director of Public
Works Projects is on board. Ms. Sheiffer stated that a part-time employee working full
time is temporarily staffing the position. Ald. Borgman stated if the position would be
filled internally, he does not see the point in waiting. Ald. Salentine agreed. The City
Administrator commented that Ald. Buckmaster might have thought that some of the job
duties within the department should be rearranged. Ald. Borgman moved to proceed
to post the position internally. Ald. Salentine seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Regional Telecommunications
Commission (RTC) Participation Agreement
Mayor Johnson stated that AT & T is attempting to bring U-Verse video service to the
Milwaukee Metropolitan area. This will be in direct competition with Time Warner. The
position of AT & T is that its equipment is for telecommunications and is located in the
right of ways and not able to be regulated the same way as that for cable services. The
City of Milwaukee has filed a lawsuit against AT & T regarding this. Communities
throughout the metropolitan area have joined in the lawsuit. The City of Muskego has
never been notified by AT & T that it would provide service. The City believes that AT &
T will try to provide service through stations in Franklin and Hales Corners. It is the City
Attorney’s recommendation that Muskego participate in the lawsuit initiated by
Milwaukee. If AT & T is to provide video service, it has to play by the same rules as
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Time Warner. Ald. Salentine moved to recommend the City enter into the Regional
Telecommunications Commission (RTC) Participation Agreement. Ald. Madden
seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation to Establish Fees for Nonmetallic Mining
Reclamation
Annual fees for the review and administration of nonmetallic mining reclamation sites
were established in 2001. The fees must be revised to comply with the Wisconsin
Administrative Code. Ald. Salentine moved to recommend approval of the
following:
Site Size In Unreclaimed Acres, Rounded To
Annual Fee
The Nearest Whole Acre
1 to 5 acres, does not include
$175
mines < 1 acre
6 to 10 acres $350
11 to 15 acres $525
16 to 25 acres $700
26 to 50 acres $810
51 acres or larger $870
Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
Approval of 2007 Capital Budget Purchase of 3/4 Ton Truck with Plow
Ald. Salentine moved to recommend approval of the purchase of a 2008 3/4 Ton
Pick-Up Truck with Plow Attachment for a total cost $28,645. Ald. Madden
seconded; motion carried. The amount of the purchase is what was approved in the
2007 Capital Budget.
Review and Approve Waiving of Building Permit Fees for Muskego Area Chamber
of Commerce
Mayor Johnson reported that the Chamber is going to be moving from City Hall to an
office located behind the Blockbuster building. Ald. Salentine moved to waive the
building permit fees for the Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce. Ald. Madden
seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation of Joint Funding Agreement for Lake Water Quality
Monitoring Program
The Mayor stated that this item is being withdrawn. Mr. Zagar will appear at the
quarterly Big Muskego Lake meeting to provide more details.
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Review and Recommendation of Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Plan
Document and Adoption Agreement
City Administrator Sheiffer stated the documentation is the final step in the process to
change the City’s health insurance deductible. The final documentation contains the
same language as the draft that was provided to the Committee members. Ald.
Borgman moved to recommend approval. Ald. Madden seconded; motion
carried.
Review and Acceptance of Bids for Sale of Public Works/Public Utilities Vehicles
The following bids were received for the Utilities 1992 Ford F350 Dump Truck:
G. Henneberry $3,050
F. Switala $1,021
R. Langeland $2,160
John Hein Grading $1,750
D. Pipke $2,775
Ald. Salentine moved to accept the high bid submitted by George Henneberry in
the amount of $3,050. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
The following bids were received for the Public Works 1990 GMC Pickup Truck:
John Hein Grading $1,005
D. Pipke $ 385
D. Felkner $1,300
Ald. Salentine moved to accept the high bid submitted by Dale Felkner in the
amount of $1,300. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
RELEASE OF FUNDS
Ald. Salentine moved to recommend approval of reduction in cash balance for
road installation for the James/Dovic property in the amount of $66,035. Ald.
Madden seconded; motion carried.
REDUCTION IN LETTER OF CREDIT
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of reduction in letter of credit for
Candlewood Village LLC in the amount of $109,896.85. Ald. Madden seconded;
motion carried.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
The Finance Committee asked that a request for proposal be done for auditing services.
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the amount
of $752,741, Utility Vouchers in the amount of $498,340.47 and Tax Checks in the
amount of $12,884,916.58. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
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COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
The Mayor requested input to the merit pay memo he sent regarding employees at the
top of their range and employees who only worked a portion of the year. He also stated
that acquisition of the Phoenix software would move forward and be on the next
Finance Committee and Council agendas unless he hears that anyone has a problem
doing so.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Madden moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:01 PM. Seconded by Ald.
Salentine; motion carried.
Jill Blenski
Recording Secretary