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FCM20120626-wo Attachment CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved 7/24/2012 FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Tuesday, June 26, 2012 Muskego City Hall Mayor Chiaverotti called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Committee Members Ald. Borgman, Schaumberg, and Soltysiak were present as well as Ald. Madden, Deputy Clerk Blenski, Chief Geiszler and Director of Finance and Administration Mueller. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Ald. Wolfe and Harenda arrived during the meeting. The Deputy Clerk stated that the meeting was properly noticed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ald. Soltysiak moved to approve the minutes of the May 22, 2012 meeting. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried. LICENSE APPROVALS Operators Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of an Operator’s License for Tierney Berigan, Stephanie Bluemel, David Boyce, Brian Chic, Dawn Consentino, Kim Coubal, Gail Dickow, Mark Dumont, Alexander Eversum, Rachael Felda, Scott Fischer, Nicole Harmeyer, JoEllyn Hecimovich, Kathleen Heinz, Lisa Kisting, Tracy Lang, Meghan Lau, Doris Leighton, Kimberly Lococo, Erin McGowan, Sandra Meier, Kristine Nimmer, Samantha Osborne, Debra Renk, Michael Schuh, Ericka Schulta, Patti Schultz, Sheila Schultz, Mark Sommers, Heather Stigler, Stacy Trebby and Richard Vernon, Jr. Ald. Soltysiak seconded; motion carried. Application for an Operator’s License – Ann Knepper Police Chief Paul Geiszler was present along with the applicant, Ms. Knepper. The Chief submitted a report to the committee, which he stated was self-explanatory. He is totally opposed to the applicant being granted a license. Ald. Borgman stated that when this situation has occurred in the past, the committee has requested the application be withdrawn. Ms. Knepper stated that she made some bad decisions in the past. She does not drive. It will be difficult for her to find other employment because this is what she has been doing for almost 20 years. After discussion, Ald. Schaumberg moved to recommend approval of the license with a six-month review. Ald. Borgman seconded. Ald. Schaumberg stated that one violation will be grounds for revocation of the license. Motion carried with Schaumberg and Borgman voting yes and Ald. Soltysiak voting no based on the Chief’s recommendation. Dog Fancier Permit – Jennifer and Terry Russ – S65 W13964 Janesville Road Ms. Jennifer Russ was present. Ald. Borgman moved to approve. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. Temporary License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages Mayor Chiaverotti noted that the previous Temporary License granted for High Hitchin’ Tractor Pullers was amended to reflect that the organization would be at the Muskego Public Library for the July and August Jammin’ on Janesville events (instead of Bumper to Bumper). Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of a Temporary License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages for Jammin’ on Janesville for the following: Muskego Lions Club – July 6 and August 3, 2012 DeWinter Eye Care, S75 W17475 Janesville Road Finance Committee Minutes Page 2 June 26, 2012 Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce – July 6, 2012 North Shore Bank, S74 W17095 Janesville Road Ald. Soltysiak seconded; motion carried. 2012-2013 License Renewals Ald. Borgman moved to recommend that the licenses on the attached list be renewed for the 2012-2013 year. Ald. Soltysiak seconded; motion carried. Review Fireworks Permit Applications for Geiger and Bruch Mr. Geiger was present and stated his father-in-law, Mr. Bruch, could not attend the meeting. Mr. Geiger and Mr. Bruch both live on Trail Court and have submitted an application for fireworks. Mr. Thomas Templin lives on Hillendale Drive and submitted his concerns and objections in writing regarding the permits for Mr. Geiger and Mr. Bruch. Mr. and Mrs. Templin were also present. Ald. Soltysiak stated that because the area is wooded, Mr. Templin has a concern about fireworks being used. There is added concern because of the very dry conditions that exist. Mr. Geiger stated he shares the same concerns. The concerns should apply to the entire City. The permit holder is responsible to take the proper precautions. Mr. Geiger stated he intends to shoot the fireworks further toward Field Drive. Mr. Templin stated he was a professional firefighter for 25 years. If a fire would start, it would not be able to be put out. Mr. Templin questioned why the City allows the use of fireworks at all. Mrs. Templin stated last year, she and her husband were very concerned when the fireworks were being displayed. There is no way the fire department would be able to make it in time. This affects all the properties in the area. She believes the City is being put in jeopardy by allowing individuals to launch professional grade fireworks. Ald. Soltysiak stated he does not believe an application can be denied prior to a violation occurring. Mr. Geiger stated he may not launch any fireworks if the conditions are not conducive. Mr. Templin stated this is a disaster waiting to happen. Ald. Soltysiak stated the Public Safety Committee can review the ordinance for next year. He stated there is support within the community to allow fireworks. Ald. Soltysiak stated he would ask the issue to come before the next Public Safety Committee meeting. Tonight the committee is reviewing the issuance of two permits. The Public Safety Committee will review the specifics of the ordinance. He encouraged Mr. Templin to call the Police Department if he believes a violation is being committed. That creates the necessary history for the next year. Ald. Soltysiak moved to approve the permit applications. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. Review Fireworks Permit Application for Ganos Mr. Ganos was invited to attend the committee meeting. He was not present. The Mayor stated he received a citation last year for not having a permit. This year he is following the law and has applied for a permit. Ald. Soltysiak moved to approve the permit application. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Review Proposed Employee Handbook – Article 1 The Mayor stated that work on the Employee Handbook is ongoing. Article 1 has been drafted and reviewed by the Department Heads. She noted that a few minor changes would be made to the Organizational Chart as requested by the Parks and Recreation Director. Ms. Mueller also noted that the Library Director may have some changes within his department. The final handbook will not come back to the committee again for approval. The Mayor stated that as each section of the handbook is completed, it will be brought before the Finance Committee for approval. Once a section is approved, it is done. Ms. Mueller and Mayor Chiaverotti stated that templates from other municipalities are being used. Ald. Soltysiak moved to amend the “City Council” section on Page 3 by striking, “under the leadership of its elected Mayor who Finance Committee Minutes Page 3 June 26, 2012 serves a three-year term.” Mayor Chiaverotti expressed concern about removing the language. She noted that the City’s labor attorney would review the handbook. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried. Ald. Borgman moved to approve Article 1 of the Employee Handbook, as amended. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. Expenditure for Janesville Road Landscaping – Tess Corners Area Community Development Director Muenkel was present. Mr. Muenkel stated that in 2011, the Council authorized entering into a Professional Services Agreement with Graef for a new streetscaping design for Janesville Road in the Tess Corners area. The project would include re-landscaping the boulevards on Janesville Road in the Tess Corners area. The cost for construction is approximately $72,500, which includes a 10% contingency. Mr. Muenkel stated that some substantial savings have already been realized with Phase I of the reconstruction project. He is requesting to go forward with the landscaping project, which would be bid in the fall. The monies will come out of the Janesville Road Reconstruction Capital Borrowing. Mr. Muenkel stated that the CDA did discuss other improvements such as walkways and additional lighting between the College Avenue gateway sign and St. Paul’s Church. The CDA may request consideration for additional improvements in the future. Ald. Soltysiak stated he would like to move forward with the landscaping project and review the additional improvements in the future. Ald. Soltysiak moved to recommend approval. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried. VOUCHER APPROVAL Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of Utility Vouchers in the amount $66,655.26. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. Ald. Borgman moved to recommend approval of General Fund Vouchers in the amount $240,322.99. Ald. Schaumberg seconded; motion carried. FINANCE DIRECTOR’S REPORT Ms. Mueller stated that she has distributed her department report for the fourth quarter of 2011 and the first quarter of 2012. The City realized a healthy surplus for 2011 due to unanticipated vacant positions, change to a fully insured health insurance program and the employee pension contributions. Please contact her if there are questions. ADJOURNMENT Ald. Soltysiak moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:13 p.m. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion carried. Minutes Taken and Transcribed by Jill Blenski Deputy City Clerk