FCM20090324
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved 4/14/2009
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Audio Recording Available
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
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: Ald. Borgman and Ald.
Schneider (arrived at 5:54 p.m.), Community Development Director Muenkel, Clerk-
Treasurer Moyer, Finance Dept. Supervisor Mueller , and Deputy Clerk Blenski. Those
present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Clerk stated that the meeting was noticed
in accordance with the open meeting law.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval of a regular Operator’s License for
Meghan Burrow, Jill Conti, Matthew Halbrooks and David Zilinsky subject to the
licensing requirements being completed prior to issuance. Ald. Snead seconded;
motion carried.
Mr. Dan Henry was present on behalf of the Muskego Senior Taxi Service. A second
vehicle was recently acquired. Ald. Werner moved to approve a Taxicab License for
the second vehicle for the Muskego Senior Taxi Service. Ald. Snead seconded;
motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Review Information Regarding Recent Liquor Law Violation at Schmidt’s Refuge
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Schmidt were present as well as Jeanne Everhart. The individuals
were requested to attend the meeting regarding a recent violation at Schmidt’s Refuge,
S102 W19570 Kelsey Drive. Ms. Everhart was the bartender on duty. Mayor Johnson
stressed that licensed establishments are responsible for the individuals that are
served. People who are visibly intoxicated should not be served. He noted that another
violation could result in a suspension/revocation hearing.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Agreement Between the City and Water
Bugs Ski Team for Placement of a Water Ski Jump on Little Muskego Lake
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded. Ald. Schneider
noted that he received complaints last year regarding where the jump was stored. The
Water Bugs did find a location that appeared to be amenable to the area residents. He
requested the jump be stored in the same location this year. Motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Placement of Pier at Idle Isle - Water
Bugs Ski Team
Ald. Werner moved to recommend approval. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion
carried.
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Review and Recommendation to Approve F & W Landscape for Lawn Mowing
Services for 2009 and 2010
Mayor Johnson stated the company has been used satisfactorily for many years. Ald.
Schaefer stated it is a good practice to obtain multiple bids. Ald. Werner moved to
recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Access Agreement Between the City of
Muskego and Lyle Fickau
They Mayor stated the agreement provides access to Mr. Fickau through City-owned
conservation land. Mr. Muenkel noted that the language is the same as in past
agreements. One of the terms of the agreement is that Mr. Fickau maintains liability
insurance. Ald. Schaefer moved to recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded;
motion carried.
Review and Recommendation Regarding Lease Agreement with Jack King for
Kelsey Drive Conservation Land
Mr. Muenkel stated Mr. King leases the land for $55/acre. Ald. Schaefer moved to
recommend approval. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation to Repeal Sections of Chapter 33 of the City of
Muskego Municipal Code (Residential Point of Sale)
Mayor Johnson noted the recommendation to repeal the sections in Chapter 33 came
from Committee of the Whole. Ald. Werner moved to recommend that Sections
33.50, 33.51, 33.52, 33.53, 33.54, 33.55, 33.56, 33.57, 33.58, 33.59 and 33.60 be
repealed. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
Review and Recommendation to Approve Design Engineering Services
Agreement for the Reconstruction of Durham Drive from McShane Drive to North
Cape Road
Mr. Muenkel stated a Request for Proposals was done for the design of Durham Drive.
Five qualified candidates submitted proposals. Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC
was chosen for the project design at a cost of $150,000. This is $50,000 less than what
was originally budgeted in 2009 for the initial design work. Ald. Werner moved to
recommend approval of the agreement with Foth Infrastructure & Environment,
LLC at a cost of $150,000. Ald. Snead seconded; motion carried.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of Utility Vouchers in the amount of
$2,348,469.28. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of Tax Checks in the amount of
$29,123.86. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the amount of
$605,246.68. Ald. Schaefer seconded; motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
The Mayor gave a status report regarding having an ambulance at Fire Station #4. The
fire department noted that the number of calls do not support having a vehicle there. He
believes the time to discuss the issue is when the contract will be renewed. Mayor
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Johnson stated he would request that the Fire Chief attend a future Committee of the
Whole meeting to report on the first six months since the transition. Ald. Snead
confirmed that the fire department does intend to put an ambulance at that station in the
future. Ald. Schaefer stated this has been a concern of her constituents.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Snead moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:20 p.m. Seconded by Ald.
Schaefer; motion carried.
Jill Blenski
Deputy Clerk