FM20080513
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved: 05/27/2008
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Audio Recording Available
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Muskego City Hall, Aldermen’s Room
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Present: Committee Members
Ald. Snead, Werner and Schaefer. Also in attendance: Clerk-Treasurer Moyer, Police
Chief Geiszler, Assessor Mecha, and Citizen Suzi Link. Those present recited the
Pledge of Allegiance.
The Clerk stated that the meeting was noticed in accordance with the open meeting law.
It was noted that minutes of the 4/22/2008 meeting were not available at this time.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Ald. Werner moved for approval of a Taxi Driver’s License for Robert Heidger and
James Depies for the Muskego Senior Taxi Service. Ald. Schaefer seconded;
motion carried.
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of a regular Operator’s License for
Keith Allen, Christine Brooks, Jessica Cliver, Karen Fischer, Michael Goerg,
Robert Hinners, Christine Jones, Nancy Kerns, Thomas Kotnik, Nancy Konkel,
Saranne Meldonian, Robin Rytkonen, Colleen Schroeder, and Marvin Strasser
subject to the licensing requirements being completed prior to issuance. Ald.
Snead seconded; motion carried.
Ms. Bertha Benitez was present as the agent for Pastas & Pizzas Paddock Lake, Inc.
An application for a “Class B” Retailers’ License was submitted for the establishment
located at S78 W16355 Woods Road (currently LaLicatas). Ms. Benitez operates an
establishment in Burlington. Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of a
“Class B” Retailers’ License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating
Liquors to Pastas & Pizzas Paddock Lake, Inc. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion
carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Review and Recommendation Regarding Special Counsel to Represent the
Assessor for the 2008 Board of Review
Assessor Laura Mecha was present to request special counsel to represent her at this
year’s Board of Review. The City’s attorney represents the Board. The attorney Ms.
Mecha is requesting to retain is the same one she has used in the past. The hourly rate
is $175. Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded;
motion carried.
Review Service Award Recognitions
Ms. Mecha was also present to discuss the initiation of a recognition program for
employees. Employees would be recognized with a gift card at certain anniversary
dates. The awards would be presented at the employee picnic. Ald. Schaefer stated
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she would abstain from discussion of this item. Ald. Werner moved to establish the
following:
5 Years, 10 Years, 15 Years $25
20 Years, 25 Years $50
30 Years, 35 Years, 40 Years $75
Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried. Ald. Schaefer abstained.
Recommendation to Continue School Liaison Officer Positions between the
Muskego-Norway School District and the City of Muskego
Police Chief Geiszler was present to discuss continuation of the program for the 2008 to
2009 school year. Currently officers are at the high school and two middle schools.
The Police Dept. supports continuation of the program. The school district has also
indicated its intent to continue the program for the 2008-2009 year, but would not
commit to continue the program beyond that. The district may have to evaluate funding
for the positions after the 2008-2009 school year. The school district currently pays
43.2% of the salary and benefits for the three liaison officer positions. Ald. Werner
expressed concern if the district would not contribute this funding in the future. Ald.
Schaefer moved to recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
Continue Discussion on Settlement Centre Barn
The Mayor stated he communicated with the engineers today. They have indicated that
the specifications could change if more than 300 people do not occupy the building at
any one time, and restroom facilities are not installed. The structure does not meet
current building codes, but did at the time it was built (1970’s). Suzi Link stated safety
issues exist now. Mayor Johnson stated the engineers have reported that the building
does not meet code, not that it is unsafe. Ms. Link stated the structure has no historic
value, and she objects to the use of tax dollars to repair it. The Mayor recommends
working with the Historical Society to repair the structure. He sees no point in razing the
building. As no one from the Historical Society was present, Ald. Werner moved
to defer. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried. Mr. Hulbert will be invited to
attend a future meeting to discuss funding efforts.
Discuss Need for 2007 Muskego Volunteer Fire Company Audit
The Mayor stated written correspondence has not been received as of yet from the fire
company to confirm that payroll is current and all outstanding invoices have been
submitted to the City for payment. Ald. Snead moved to defer to the next meeting.
Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS (Continued)
Review and Recommendation to Re-Establish Dedication Fees
Ald. Snead moved to recommend the following:
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$1,881 per single-family unit or lot to a segregated account for active
recreational parks
$1,400 per multi-family unit or lot to a segregated account for active
recreational parks
$580 per acre of developable land to a segregated account for passive
recreational parks
$60 per single-family unit or lot to a segregated account for passive
recreational parks
$45 per multi-family unit or lot to a segregated account for passive
recreational parks
Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Agreement Between the Water Bugs Ski
Team, Inc. and City of Muskego Concerning Pier Placement at Idle Isle.
The agreement contains revised indemnification language. Ald. Werner moved to
recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommend Purchase of Roadside Mower Tractor
The Mayor stated two quotes were received:
Proven Power $44,316
Otter Sales & Service, Inc. $43,546
The bid submitted by Otter Sales & Service did not meet the required specifications.
Ald. Schneider stated general purchasing practices dictate that a minimum of three bids
should be received. It was noted that depending on the item to be purchased, that is
not always possible. Ald. Werner moved to recommend purchase of roadside
mower tractor from Proven Power for $44,316. Ald. Snead seconded; motion
carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding 2008 Access Agreement Between the
City of Muskego and Lyle Fickau
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded; motion
carried.
Review and Recommendation to Establish 2008 Fee Schedule for the Department
of Public Works
The Mayor stated he requested Department Heads review their fee schedules. The
Department of Public Works has submitted a revised schedule for 2008, which has
been recommended by the Public Works Committee. Ald. Werner moved to
recommend approval of the attached fee schedule. Ald. Schaefer seconded;
motion carried.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the amount of
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$574,437.02, which included the removal of the voucher in the amount of $702.15
for legal fees for Muskego Volunteer Fire Company. Ald. Werner seconded;
motion carried.
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of Utility Vouchers in the amount of
$101,165.29. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of Tax Checks in the amount of
$31,659.22. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Snead moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 p.m. Seconded by Ald.
Schaefer; motion carried.
Janice Moyer, CMC, CMTW
Clerk-Treasurer