FCM20100928
CITY OF MUSKEGO
FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Muskego City Hall, Muskego Room
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Committee Members
Ald. Snead, Fielder and Werner were present. Also present: Ald. Harenda,
Borgman, and Schaumberg, Finance and Administration Director Mueller, and
Recording Secretary McMullen. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Recording Secretary stated that the meeting was noticed in accordance with
the Open Meeting Law.
LICENSE APPROVALS
Recommend Approval of Operators’ License
Ald. Fiedler moved to recommend approval of a regular Operator’s License
for Alexandra Albert, Elizabeth Birky, Joshua Geier, Emily Hovarter, Doris
Leighton, David Lewis, Doree Trapp, Diane Whitehouse, Dane
Wojciehowski subject to the licensing requirements being completed prior
to issuance. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Recommend Approval of “Class A” License for the Sale of Fermented Malt
Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor – Wal-Mart Supercenter #4677, W159
S6530 Moorland Road –The store manager from Wal-Mart was present and
explained wine, beer and liquor will be available for purchase in the back of the
store in an isolated isle. A locking gate could also be installed to block off the isle
after 9:00 PM. The gate will fold into a fixture on both sides when it is not in use.
Every cashier will go through a training and licensing process given by one of the
area Colleges. The purchasing system will not allow sales after 9:00 PM and will
require an ID for every purchase.
Ald. Werner stated he would like to see the gate be installed, which would
eliminate people trying to purchase alcohol after 9:00 PM or stealing it. Mayor
Johnson noted a locking gate will be a condition of the liquor license. Ald.
Werner made a motion to recommend approval of “Class A” License for
Wal-Mart Supercenter. Ald. Snead seconded. The motion carried
unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Continued Discussion Regarding Fireworks Permits and Review Proposed
Ordinance – Chief Geiszler discussed the following changes with the Committee
on the Fireworks:
If the actual person that caused the illegal discharge cannot be
determined, the homeowner, lessee or renter if present, of the property
where the illegal discharge of fireworks occurs, is responsible for violation
under this section.
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Individuals may select 5 days between July 1 and July 7. The Common
Council by resolution in January of each year shall determine the
permitted time for that year within the above timeframe.
The permit holder shall be responsible for cleaning up any debris/litter that
lands on adjoining properties.
Fireworks may only be used between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
Only the permit holder may discharge fireworks and is responsible in case
of a violation of this section.
Ald. Werner explained he has several concerns such as limiting the time from
3:00 PM-11:00 PM for people who would like to test the fireworks during the day,
giving a homeowner a citation for violations when it may be neighbors, and the
five day requirement may restrict people with plans and weather.
Ald. Fiedler stated he feels there needs to be heighten enforcement of the
current ordinance and for un-permitted violations. Ald. Fiedler is in favor of the
changes to 3 (a) but requested it be moved under 3 (c) 4.
Mayor Johnson suggested reducing the permit fee from $50 to $20 to encourage
more people to apply for permits.
Ald. Snead requested more information from past years permits as to what days
where chosen to set off fireworks, knowing the numbers maybe skewed because
the fees would be the same for any amount of days.
Ald. Werner stated this item may need input from all members of Council
and made a motion to move to Council without a recommendation. Ald.
Fiedler seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Discuss Establishing a Policy Regarding the Licensing of Outside
Premises for the Sale or Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages – Mayor
Johnson explained there have been some situations arise where because of the
smoking ban, requests for outside a liquor licenses are being made. Mayor
Johnson suggested that when requests come in, Plan Commission would need
to review and approve the plans based on the impact to the neighborhood and
then would go to Finance for approval. Mayor Johnson will draft a policy and
discuss with staff.
Recommendation Regarding Agreement Between Waste Management of
Wisconsin, Inc. and the City of Franklin, the City of Muskego, the Town of
Raymond, the Town of Norway, Waukesha County, Racine County and
Milwaukee County – Mayor Johnson explained this is an agreement that Waste
Management and the City of Franklin debated for years. This is similar to
Muskego’s agreement with Veolia. The agreement mirrors the City of Muskego’s
agreement with the landfill including the dollar amounts. The City Attorney is
recommending approval of the agreement. Mayor Johnson noted if it is not
approved the City will not get the 2.5% payment ever and an appeal will need to
be filed in Madison. Mayor Johnson recommended approval.
Ald. Fiedler added that the agreements are similar in impact for Muskego and
Franklin. What Franklin does not receive through Muskego’s Veolia contract,
Muskego does not receive through Franklin’s Waste Management contract.
Mayor Johnson noted the City was represented by Mark Slocomb, who
understands the agreements very well, and did a good job representing the City.
Ald. Fiedler made a motion to recommend approval. Ald. Werner
seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation Regarding Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
between the City of Franklin and the City of Muskego (Ryan Creek
Interceptor Sewer) – Mayor Johnson explained this item was discussed at
Public Works. The City of Franklin is working to get this interceptor installed in
the south half of their City. This would also assist the south half of Muskego in
the future with emergency relief from McShane. If there were ever problems,
sewer waste could be transferred to another pipe. This project could build out
the entire City with sewer capacity. This project is very important to the City of
Franklin, but they need Muskego’s help. Muskego’s portion of the main piece of
pipe will cost $169,000. Franklin will pay the City of Muskego 2% each year for
50 years or until Muskego needs to begin using the pipe at 3500 gallons a minute
flow. Ald. Werner made a motion to recommend approval. Ald. Snead
seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation Regarding Drainage Studies for Fountainwood, Circle
Drive and Cornell Drive – Mayor Johnson explained Public Works discussed
hiring a consultant to do drainage studies for three of the top ranked areas with
flooding problems. Public Works recommended the Fountainwood Subdivision
Drainage Study to Ruekert & Mielke, and the Cornell Drive and Circle Drive
Drainage Studies to Graef. Ald. Fiedler made a motion to recommend
approval for the drainage studies to be awarded to Ruekert & Mielke for the
Fountainwood Subdivision at $7,900, and Graef for Cornell Drive at $6,260
and Circle Drive at $5,270. Ald. Snead seconded. The motion carried
unanimously.
Recommendation Regarding Land Acquisitions for the Durham Drive
Reconstruction Project – Ald. Fiedler excused himself from the room during
discussion due to a conflict of interest with his property being involved in this
project. Mayor Johnson explained as part of the Durham Drive project there will
be many land acquisitions. This is a Resolution to give the Mayor authority to
approve all Durham Drive land acquisitions up to the appraised value, rather than
bringing each one to the Finance Committee.
Ald. Werner clarified that authority would be limited to the Durham Drive project
and not out of the scope of the project. Mayor Johnson agreed and stated State
Statutes are very specific. Ald. Werner made a motion to recommend
approval. Ald. Snead seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of Utility Vouchers in the
amount $66,130.06. Ald. Werner seconded; motion carried.
Ald. Snead moved to recommend approval of General Vouchers in the
amount $152,005.74. Ald. Fiedler seconded; motion carried.
FINANCE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
None.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY
LAW – Mayor Johnson informed the Committee of a payment made to the IRS in
the amount of $6300 for forms filed incorrectly in 2007 by the Muskego Fire
Department. This item will be on a COW agenda in the near future.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Snead moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Ald. Fiedler
seconded; motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kellie McMullen
Recording Secretary