FM20070327
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved 4/10/2007
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Audio Recording Available
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Muskego City Hall, Aldermen’s Room
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:10 PM. In attendance were Committee
Members Ald. Salentine, Madden and Borgman, City Administrator Sheiffer, Finance
Department Supervisor Mueller, Clerk-Treasurer Moyer, Parks & Recreation Director
Anderson, Police Captain La Tour, Conservation Coordinator Zagar, Ald. Melcher, Ald.
Schaefer and those per the attached sheet.
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Deputy Clerk noted that the meeting was noticed in accordance with the Open
Meeting Law.
REVIEW OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Ald. Salentine stated she was upset that the proposed parking permit ordinance was on
this Finance Committee agenda only as a discussion item and was not placed on the
Council agenda. Ald. Borgman moved to approve the minutes of March 13, 2007.
Ald. Salentine seconded; motion carried.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of an Operator’s License for Mark
Stelmaszewski and Michael Schroeder subject to the licensing requirements
being completed prior to issuance. Ald. Madden seconded, motion carried.
Ald. Salentine left the meeting because she was not feeling well.
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of an Operator’s License for June
Loh subject to a 3, 6, 9, 12-month review. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
Mr. Richard Schim of the Boxhorn Gun Club was present. He indicated that the gun
club secured two state shoots for this year. He needs to allow trap shooting to begin at
9:00 AM instead of 10:00 AM on June 16, 17, 23 and 24, 2007. Ald. Borgman moved
to extend the hours for trap shooting on the dates requested by Mr. Schim. Ald.
Madden seconded; motion carried.
PERIODIC LICENSE REVIEW
A letter was sent to Timothy Okonek requesting his appearance at this meeting
regarding his Operator’s License. Mr. Okonek contacted the Clerk’s office to state that
he would not attend the meeting as he was not working in Muskego and not utilizing the
license.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Continued Discussion Regarding a Permit System for Owners of Vehicles
Registered to Addresses on Streets Posted “No Parking”
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Ald. Borgman moved to defer this item because Ald. Salentine was not present.
Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Recommend Approval for Engineering Services for Muskego Canal
Pedestrian Bridge
Mr. Anderson stated that the Parks & Recreation Board is recommending approval for
Ruekert & Mielke to design the support system for the pedestrian bridge across
Muskego Canal. It is critical to continue the Hwy. 36 trail on the south side. In
addition, Franklin will be installing a trail from St. Martin’s Road to Hwy. OO. The
Department of Public Works will do the bridge installation. Funding will be taken from
the Park Dedication account. Ald. Madden moved to recommend approval for
engineering services to be provided by Ruekert & Mielke for the Muskego Canal
Pedestrian Bridge at a cost of $7,300. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
2. Review and Recommendation Regarding Bids for Lakewood Meadows
Detention Pond Project
The following bids were received:
K & L Construction, Inc. $ 48,370.50
Capitol Pavers, Inc. 68,760.00
Fischer Construction LLC 75,815.00
Willkomm Excavating and Grading, Inc. 98,669.00
Schneider Excavating, Inc. 129,010.00
A. W. Oakes and Son, Inc. 135,280.00
Valia Excavating, Inc. 154,475.00
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend acceptance of the bid submitted by K & L
Construction in the amount of $48,370.50. Ald. Madden seconded; motion
carried.
3. Review and Recommendation Regarding Proposal Between Giles Engineering
and Ruekert & Mielke for Sediment Testing for Lakewood Meadows Detention
Pond Project
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of the proposal between Giles
Engineering and Ruekert & Mielke for sediment testing to be done for the
Lakewood Meadows Detention Pond project. The anticipated cost is $5,913. Ald.
Madden seconded; motion carried.
4. Recommend Approval of 2007 Agreements for Water Bugs Regarding Water
Ski Jump and Pier Placement
Mr. Gary Christopher, President of the Water Bugs, was present. He stated that the
organization received approval from the Parks & Recreation Board. Ald. Borgman
moved to defer until after the Mayor meets with some concerned residents. Mr.
Anderson noted that the City entered into an agreement with the Water Bugs that allows
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a minimum number of practice and show dates. Ald. Madden seconded; motion
carried. Mr. Christopher asked to be invited to the meeting.
5. Recommend Approval of Lease Agreement with Jack King for Kelsey Drive
Conservation Land
Mr. Zagar stated the City owns farmland on Kelsey Drive that has been leased to Jack
King for the last several years. The parcel is now about 3 1/2 acres. The proposed
lease agreement is for 2007. Mayor Johnson stated that the City Attorney would like
the renewal language to read as follows: “RENEWAL: This lease is not subject to
automatic renewal after the lease period.” Ald. Borgman moved to recommend the
agreement with Jack King as revised to the Common Council. Ald. Madden
seconded; motion carried.
6. Review and Recommendation to Enter into Agreement with U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service for Restoration of 5.5 Acres of Wetland City-Owned Land
Adjacent to Engel Conservation Area (Tax Key No. 2237.089)
Mr. Zagar stated it is proposed to enroll a 5.5-acre parcel of conservation land in the
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Program. The parcel is located just east of the Engel Conservation
area and is basically all wetland. Through this program, the wetlands will be restored.
The City will be responsible for seed costs, which Mr. Zagar estimates at $900 or less
since some leftover seed stock can be utilized. Funding for the seed is available
through the adopted conservation budget. Ald. Madden moved to recommend
approval of the City entering into an Agreement with U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service for restoration of City-owned wetland area. Ald. Borgman seconded;
motion carried.
7. Review and Recommendation Regarding Purchase of Three New Squad Cars
Captain La Tour was present to request the purchase of three new squad cars to
replace the vehicles with the highest mileage. A total of $63,800 was budgeted for the
purchase. The unit price of each car (2007 Ford Crown Victoria) through the V.A.L.U.E.
purchasing program is $20,614 for a total purchase price of $61,842. Ald. Borgman
moved to recommend the purchase of three new squad cars for a total purchase
price of $61,842. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
8. Discuss Newsletter/Senior Focus Group
Mayor Johnson stated that the Senior Focus Group contacted him regarding funding for
a newsletter. The group was interested in doing some fundraising to support the
project. The Mayor is proposing to allow the group to have space in the City’s
newsletter. This could be done this year on a trial basis. The Mayor would also like to
offer space in the City’s newsletter to the Teen Advisory Board. Ald. Madden moved
to approve the Mayor’s proposal. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
9. Review and Recommendation Regarding Engagement Letter from Virchow
Krause & Company for TID No. 9
Ms. Mueller stated that an audit of the tax incremental district must be conducted
pursuant to state statute because 100% of the project costs have been spent as of the
end of 2006. The fee will range from $5,000 to $7,000. The audit will be for the period
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from the start date in 2003 through the end of 2006. The fees will be paid for out of the
TID Special Revenue Fund. Ms. Mueller noted another audit would be required after
final termination of the district. Ald. Madden moved to recommend approval. Ald.
Borgman seconded; motion carried.
RELEASE OF FUNDS
Ald. Madden moved to recommend approval of a release from the Developer’s
Deposit for Greystone in the amount of $12,205. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion
carried.
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of a release from the Developer’s
Deposit for Inpro Corporation in the amount of $8,659.75. Ald. Madden seconded;
motion carried.
REDUCTION IN LETTER OF CREDIT
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of a reduction in the Letter of Credit
for Woodland Creek Estates in the amount of $502,010. The Mayor stated that
Ruekert & Mielke recommended the reduction. Ald. Madden seconded; motion
carried.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the amount
of $466,260.49, Utility Vouchers in the amount of $2,187,322.75 and Tax Checks in
the amount of $200.01. Ald. Madden seconded; motion carried.
FINANCE SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
Ms. Mueller stated that both the water and workers’ comp audits have been completed.
The City will receive at least a $5,000 credit against its premium for workers’ comp. The
City will also receive a dividend from the insurance carrier because of positive year-end
results. The amount is anticipated to exceed $5,000. Ms. Mueller also stated that the
2006 annual PSC report has been filed with the State.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Borgman moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:51 PM. Seconded by Ald.
Madden, motion carried.
Jill Blenski, CMC
Deputy Clerk