FM20080108
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved: 01/22/2008
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Audio Recording Available
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Muskego City Hall, Aldermen’s Room
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Present: Committee Members
Ald. Borgman and Werner. Also in attendance: Ald. Schaefer, Deputy Clerk Blenski,
and those per the attached list. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Ald.
Fiedler arrived at 6:08 p.m. Committee Member Melcher was excused.
The Deputy Clerk stated that the meeting was noticed in accordance with the open
meeting law.
REVIEW OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Ald. Borgman moved for approval of minutes of 12/11/2007. Ald. Werner
seconded; motion carried.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of an original Operator’s License for
Michael Hilt, Robert Maki, Matthew Smith, Kaivon Souri, Jamie Patzke, and
Brittany Sutton subject to the licensing requirements being completed prior to
issuance. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
An application was received for the renewal of a dog fancier permit for Dennis and Kim
Larkin, W183 S7793 Kelly Drive. Mr. Larkin was present. Ald. Borgman moved to
approve. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Ms. Keri Lee Holzschuh was present regarding her application for a “Class B” Retailers’
License for the establishment currently known as The Lakeview Tavern. Ms. Holzschuh
stated the current license holder, Richard Lucht, is planning to retire. She has worked
for Mr. Lucht for the past six years and now intends to take over the business. Ald.
Borgman moved to recommend approval of a “Class B” Retailers’ License for the
Sale of Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor for Keri Lee Holzschuh
for the establishment located at W171 S7260 Lannon Drive. Ald. Werner
seconded; motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
Continue Discussion on Settlement Centre Barn
Mr. Jerry Hulbert was present on behalf of the Muskego Historical Society. Mayor
Johnson stated that 2/3 of the cost ($83,000 minus $16,000 for engineering) to bring the
existing structure into compliance would be the used for labor, with the remainder
needed for materials. The Mayor stated that an estimate should be obtained to
completely replace the barn. Mr. Hulbert stated that he was working with Cleary
Buildings. It is his goal to come forward with several options. He stated that if the barn
were to be replaced, the society would want it to be wood so as to have a historic
appearance. Mr. Hulbert stated that the society would like to participate with the City on
this project, perhaps doing some fundraising. The Mayor stated that the DPW
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Superintendent confirmed that his staff could perform the labor on the barn sometime in
spring. It was determined that this issue would be placed on the February 12 Finance
Committee agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
Recommendation Regarding Auto Physical Damage Coverage with the State of
Wisconsin Property Insurance Fund for 2008
Clerk-Treasurer Moyer was present to request formal approval for property insurance
and auto physical damage coverage with the State of Wisconsin Property Insurance
Fund for 2008. The premium for the automobile is less because the deductible was
increased. Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval. Ald. Werner seconded;
motion carried. Ms. Moyer stated that she will research an increase in the deductible
for the property insurance portion to see if it provided any benefit regarding the cost of
the premiums.
Recommendation Regarding Dedication of Improvements for Candlewood Village
Planned Development
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval. Ald. Werner seconded; motion
carried.
Recommendation Regarding Dedication of Improvements for Stonebridge
Subdivision
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion
carried.
Recommendation Regarding Cooperative Agreement Between the City of
Muskego and Waukesha County Dept. of Senior Services
Mayor Johnson stated this agreement is done annually for the meal program provided
for seniors. Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval. Ald. Werner seconded;
motion carried.
Recommendation Regarding Adjusted Rates for Health Insurance for 2008
The Mayor noted that the rates were adjusted by WPS following approval by the
Council. The adjusted rates are as follows:
Type of Contract Adjusted Monthly Previously
Rates Approved Rates
Single Member $ 515.50 $ 515.45
Limited Family $1,112.44 $1,112.34
Family $1,521.82 $1,521.68
Single Member Over Age 65 with $ 386.63 $ 386.59
Medicare
Member and Spouse Both Over Age $ 773.26 $ 773.18
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65 with Medicare
One Member Over Age 65 with $ 802.13 $ 902.04
Medicare and One Member Under Age
65
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of the adjusted rates. Ald. Borgman
seconded; motion carried.
Recommendation Regarding One-Month Extension for the City’s Insurance
through the League of Wisconsin Municipalities (Liability and Workers’
Compensation)
Mayor Johnson stated that until a final decision is made regarding liability and workers’
compensation insurance for 2008, it is recommended that the City extend the existing
coverage for one month. Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval. Ald.
Werner seconded; motion carried.
Recommendation Regarding Joint Powers Agreement for the 911 Emergency
System with Waukesha County
This is the annual agreement that allows emergency vehicles regardless of normal
jurisdiction to operate within the City to respond to calls through 911. Ald. Borgman
moved to recommend approval. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Recommendation Regarding Security Benefit 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Documents
The Mayor stated that the Police Association is moving its retiree health trust funds to
Security Benefit. The association has requested that the City offer a deferred
compensation plan for City employees through Security Benefit, which would defer
administrative costs. The City currently has two other deferred compensation plans in
place and could potentially look at eliminating one if a plan was offered through Security
Benefit. The City labor attorney has reviewed the plan documents. Ald. Werner
moved to recommend approval. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
Approval of Donation of PC and Printer to Senior Taxi Service
The Mayor noted that Ald. Pavelko made this request. The City does have surplus
equipment (PC and printer) that could be donated to start up the senior tax service. Ald.
Werner stated he is in favor of the City’s outdated equipment being given to back to
community groups. Ald. Borgman moved to approve the donation. Ald. Werner
seconded; motion carried.
REDUCTION IN LETTER OF CREDIT
Ald. Werner moved to recommend a reduction in the letter of credit for the
Stonebridge Subdivision in the amount of $58,624 pursuant to supporting
correspondence received by R. A. Smith & Associates, Inc. Ald. Borgman
seconded; motion carried.
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VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the amount of
$176,965.10. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of Utility Vouchers in the amount of
$3,474.45. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of Tax Vouchers in the amount of
$23,332.51. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Werner moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:27 p.m. Seconded by Ald.
Borgman; motion carried.
Jill Blenski, CMC
Deputy Clerk