CITY OF HUDSON COMMON COUNCIL MEETING

MINUTES OF MONDAY, MAY 15, 2006

Meeting called to order by Mayor Jack Breault in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

PRESENT: Mayor Breault and Alderpersons Randy Morrissette, Dennis O’Connell, Paul Radermacher, Lee Wyland, Scot O’Malley and Carah Koch.

OTHERS PRESENT: Devin Willi, Catherine Munkittrick, Betty Caruso, Denny Darnold, Angela Popenhagen, Melissa Dahl, Jeff Johnson, John Gaffer, Gordon Knutson, Bernie McGinley, Marty Jensen, Eric Christensen, Jim Eulberg, Randy Hanson, Gary Stucci, Rocky Stucci, David Robson, Sharon Horne-Ellstrom, Don and Debbie Maysack, Gordon Conard, Barry Lundeen, and others.

Mayor Breault invited Bernie McGinley, representing the local VFW and American Legion, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. He also presented a check to the organization for the purchase of new uniforms, including berets, white shirts, brass flag pins and emblems. Mayor Breault noted that the funds were from excess Room Tax revenues from 2005.

COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT: None.

CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Connell, to approve the following Consent Agenda items:

MINUTES: Approve the Regular Meeting minutes of 5/1/06.

Claims: Approve the following claims for payment:

Fund	Description	payables	payroll	Totals
100	General	266,670.38	114,002.94	380,673.32
225	Impact Collection	77.97	0.00	77.97
230	Wisc DVL/RVL	0.24	0.00	0.24
410	Tax Increment Financing	65,334.61	0.00	65,334.61
610	Sewer	17,889.90	9,534.32	27,424.22
620	Parking Utility	148.38	777.33	925.71
630	Ambulance	66,470.01	6,854.09	73,324.10
860	Tax Agency	22,253.45	0.00	22,253.45
	Total	$438,844.94	$131,168.68	$570,013.62

Applications for Operator’s Licenses: Approve the issuance of Regular Operator’s Licenses for the period May 16 to June 30, 2007 to:

Aaron M. Madsen 1622 Namekagon St.#8 Hudson, WI

Nathan M. Dusek E2044 770^th Avenue Knapp, WI

Michael A. Murphy 816 Jefferson Road New Richmond, WI

Brian E. Siedschlag Jr. 1127 100^th Avenue Roberts, WI

Leah R. Bodrog 1470 Cemetery Rd.#204 River Falls, WI

And the issuance of a Temporary Operator’s License for June 30 to July 2, 2006 to:

James A. Londo 565 County Road UU Hudson, WI

Applications for Amusement Device Operators Licenses: Approve the issuance of Amusement Device Operator’s Licenses to Thomas N. Theisen, d/b/a Theisen Vending Co., 2335 Nevada Avenue N., Golden Valley, MN 55427; and Namco Cybertainment, Inc., 877 Supreme Drive, Bensenville, IL 60106.

Request for August 26^th “Bikers in Need” Motorcycle Run: Approve the Bikers in Need Foundation charity motorcycle run through Hudson on Saturday, August 26, 2006.

Request for handicapped parking on north side of Locust Street: Deny the request for a handicapped parking space on the north side of Locust Street near the Wells Fargo bank entry door.

Request for Great River Relay running event August 25-26, 2006: Approve the Great River Relay running event on August 25-26, 2006, with the suggestion that the runners wear reflective clothing.

Applications for Fireworks Paraphernalia Sale Permits: Approve the issuance of Fireworks Paraphernalia Sale Permits for the period June 15 through July 7, 2006 to the following:

SSG Corporation Holiday station at 1920 Crest View Dr.

SSG Corporation Holiday station at 100 Second St.

SSG Corporation Holiday station at 1207n Coulee Rd.

North Hudson Ventures, Inc. 1800 Crest View Dr. (Hudson Flooring bldg.)

Fleet Farm 1001 Industrial Street

TNT Fireworks/Charles Walker Target store, 2401 Coulee road

TNT Fireworks/Charles Walker Wal-mart, 2222 Crest View Drive

Request for speed limit sign on Spruce Drive: Approve the installation of a 25 mph speed limit sign on Spruce Drive.

Petition for Direct Annexation of 12.3 acres in the Town of Hudson – DaMe Properties, Daniel R. Bauer: Refer to the Plan Commission the Petition for Direct Annexation filed by DaMe Properties, Daniel R. Bauer, for 12.3 acres in the Town of Hudson.

REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: Place on file the Quarterly Reports of the Police Chief and Water Utility Director, the semi- annual report of the Community Development Director, the Public Utility Commission minutes of 5/9/06, Board of Review minutes of 5/8/06, and the Community Access Board special meeting minutes of 5/10/06.

Roll call vote, all ayes (6) – MOTION CARRIED.

Review and consideration of application for Special Event Permit for River Rock Festival, June 15-18, 2006 – Jeffrey T. Johnson: Denny Darnold reported that the Plan Commission recommended approval of the Special Event Permit. He also noted that they suggested that the City consider fine-tuning the ordinance to include requiring the EMS to be on-site rather than on call, signage for handicapped parking, and including information on electrical connections/disconnections. O’Malley stated that the Public Works Committee reviewed the application as well and stated they would look into including the electrical setup on the form. He noted that the Committee was satisfied with the application. It was also noted that the Park Board and Public Safety Committee previously recommended approval.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to approve the Special Event Permit for the River Rock Festival to be held June 15-18, 2006 in Lakefront Park. Discussion included the request that more time be allowed to process the application form through the committees. It was also noted that review of the application has been a learning process. O’Malley pointed out that Chapter 150-5(p) in Municipal Code does not indicate a specific City department to review the fund raising records. He suggested that the event-holders keep their records for a year. All ayes, (6) MOTION CARRIED.

Application of Darla’s Holding Co. for Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a Darla’s Uptown Grill, 840 Carmichael Road: Mayor Breault announced that the Finance Committee recommended denial of the application due to outstanding charges owed to the City. MOTION by Radermacher, second by Morrissette, to deny the application of Darla’s Holding Company for a Class B Liquor and Class B Beer License. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Application of The Nova LLC for Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a The Nova, 236 Coulee Road, Suite 2, Hudson, WI; AND Application of St. Croix Hospitality, Inc. for Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a Café la Poste, 225 Locust Street, Hudson, WI; AND Application of Sharon Horne-Ellstrom LLC for Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a Stucci’s Italian Food & Spirits, 417 2nd St., Hudson, WI: mayor Breault vocalized the three liquor license applications on file. Attorney Munkittrick advised how to proceed and presented options for Council to consider in the best interests of the City. Mayor Breault invited each applicant to comment.

John Gaffer spoke on behalf of the Nova LLC and indicated they had no further comments. Gary Stucci spoke on behalf of the Sharon Horne-Ellstrom LLC application. Don Maysack declined to offer any comments regarding his application for Café la Poste. MOTION by Radermacher, second by Morrissette, to approve issuing the Class B Liquor and Class B Beer License to Stucci’s Italian Food & Spirits at 417 Second Street. O’Malley pointed out that the license application was submitted by Sharon Horne-Ellstrom, LLC. MOTION AMENDED by Radermacher, second by Morrissette, to approve the license application of Sharon Horne-Ellstrom, LLC, d/b/a Stucci’s Italian Food & Spirits at 417 Second Street, and contingent on successful completion of the building inspection. O’Malley abstained from voting, noting that only two applications were viable at the previous meeting and he believed a vote should have been taken at that time. Attorney Munkittrick reviewed the events from the previous Council meeting. Mayor Breault read the criteria for Council to consider that is included in Chapter 145-11(b) and the memo of Attorney Munkittrick from the April 17, 2006 Council meeting. Discussion included the difficulty involved in making the decision. Vote taken, ayes (4); O’Connell voted No and O’Malley abstained. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Radermacher, second by Koch, to deny the application of The Nova LLC for a Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a The Nova, 236 Coulee Road, Suite 2. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

motion by Radermacher, second by Koch, to deny the application of St. Croix Hospitality, Inc. for a Class B liquor and Class B beer license d/b/a Café la Poste, 225 Locust Street. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Review quotes for new parking meter system equipment: MOTION by Morrissette, second by O’Malley, to postpone action on reviewing the quotes for the new Parking Meter System Equipment. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Award contract for 2006 Mill and Overlay Project: O’Malley announced that the Public Works Committee reviewed the bid submitted by Monarch Paving for the project that included sections of Laurel Avenue between 13^th and 17^th Streets, the Harbor parking lot, City Hall parking lot, and the North parking lot. Finance Officer Betty Caruso explained that bond funds would be used for payment. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to approve the bid and award the 2006 Mill and Overlay Project to Monarch Paving in the amount of $85,314.63. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Award contract for 2006 Street Centerline Painting Project: o’malley explained that two bids were submitted for the street centerline painting project and the Public Works Committee was recommending the lowest bid. MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to accept the bid of Bergman Companies in the amount of $11,557.00 for the Street Centerline Striping Project. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Authorize engineers to proceed with lighting design for Dike Road, west of bridge to the end: Public Works & Parks Director Jim Eulberg stated that the Park Board recognized the importance of well-designed lighting and forwarded this request with the recommendation that City engineers proceed with the lighting design. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to authorize the City engineers to proceed with the lighting design for the Dike Road. In discussion, it was noted that bonding was secured for 2006, but approximate costs were not yet available. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Grandview Park Concessions Building Agreement with Hudson Softball Association: Jim Eulberg explained that the Park Board reviewed the Concessions Agreement and recommended approval. MOTION by Radermacher, second by Koch, to approve the updated Concession Agreement with the Hudson Softball Association for the Concessions Building at Grandview Park. Discussion included the requirement in section 4 PAYMENT, for submission of monthly sales reports to the City within 5 days of the end of the months May through September. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Girl Scout Plaque in Weitkamp Park: jim Eulberg stated that the Park Board recommended approval of a Girl Scout plaque to be installed at the pavilion in Weitkamp Park. MOTION by Koch, second by O’Malley to approve the payment for a $250.00 Girl Scout plaque at the pavilion in Weitkamp Park, to be funded from the Trust B account. Ayes (5); Radermacher abstained. MOTION CARRIED.

Request to restrict boat parking at the end of Dike Road: jim Eulberg stated that following their review, the Park Board recommended proceeding with the creation of an appropriate ordinance to restrict boat parking on a portion of the Dike Road beach area. Attorney Munkittrick stated that a first reading of an ordinance could occur at the June 5^th Council meeting. Discussion concerning possible penalties for violations was also held. More information will be presented at a future meeting.

Authorize Hudson Lions Club to install drinking fountain in Grandview Park: Gordy Knutson presented a proposal from the Hudson Lions Club to donate a drinking fountain in Grandview Park. He stated that they requested permission to install a fiberglass lion-shaped drinking fountain near the entrance to the Hudson Community Built Playground site. Discussion included information that the Water Utility Director had reviewed and approved the plan. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to accept the proposal of the Hudson Lions Club to install a lion-shaped drinking fountain in Grandview Park, as submitted. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Proposal to name fishing pier at Lake Mallalieu public access: Jim Eulberg presented information concerning the proposal to name the fishing pier at the Lake Mallalieu public access. He stated that the Park Board recommended the name “Corky’s Pier” in honor of long-time Hudson resident and former state Game Warden Lawrence “Corky” Hope. Mr. Eulberg stated that a sign would be installed, similar to the one at Weitkamp Park, and a plaque with the significance of the name. MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley, to approve naming the fishing pier at Lake Mallalieu “Corky’s Pier” in honor of Lawrence “Corky” Hope, and erecting signage. All ayes, MOTION CARRIED.

Request for Master Sign Plan approval – Ban Tara Commercial Development – Ban Tara, LLC: denny Darnold explained that due to the lack of a quorum at a previous meeting, the item did not receive Council action. He stated that the Plan Commission recommended approval of Ban Tara’s proposal to consolidate signage for 7 of the 10 lots within the development. Two main signs would be allowed, which would reduce the number of large signs from 10 to 3. Mr. Darnold reviewed additional information about the sign dimensions, wall surface and deed restrictions. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to approve the Master Sign Plan for Ban Tara commercial development, with the following contingencies:

a. Two freestanding signs placed along Carmichael Road, Lots 1 and 3,

limited to 135 square feet in area and 45 feet in height each.

b. One freestanding sign 40 square feet in area and maximum of 6 feet in height, per lot, located near the entrance, with names only of businesses not on the two large freestanding signs.

c. Wall signage a maximum of 10% per wall surface/business.

d. Deed restrictions to be placed on individual lots restricting the placement of freestanding signs other than the 40 square foot, 6 foot maximum height signs. Applicable to Lots 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10 in

Ban Tara commercial development.

Ayes (5); Radermacher abstained, MOTION CARRIED.

Final review of Special Event Permit applications for St. Croix Music & Art Festival: MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to approve the Special Event Permit application of the Hudson Chamber of Commerce for the St. Croix Music & Art Festival to be held July 14-16, 2006 in Lakefront Park. All ayes, (6) MOTION CARRIED.

ADA Compliant Voting System and Agreement with St. Croix County for purchase of the equipment: mayor Breault announced the request of St. Croix County to purchase ADA compliant voting equipment. Information included that the State is allowing counties to coordinate the purchase of the accessible voting systems by submitting one grant application for all the municipalities within a county. Each polling place would be allotted $6,000 for the purchase of the voting system, system maintenance, programming, supplies, or other charges related to the purchase and use of the accessible voting systems. The cost to the City would include coding the machines after 2007, extending the warranties after 2010, and any necessary repairs. MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Connell, to approve the Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with St. Croix County for purchase of one ADA Compliant voting system for each polling place in the City of Hudson, as proposed. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Easement Agreement for constructing a deck at 66 Meadowlark Drive: Denny Darnold explained that it was common to have an Easement Agreement to construct a deck over an area with underground utilities. He noted that Attorney Munkittrick had reviewed the document and that after execution, it would be recorded with the Register of Deeds for St. Croix County. MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley to approve the Easement Agreement for constructing a deck at 66 Meadowlark Drive. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Recommendation for hiring part-time IT Systems Administrator: Administrator Willi announced that the Finance Committee had recommended extending an offer for the part-time IT Systems Administrator position, but no response from the person had been received. He stated that he would notify Council as soon as he received more information.

COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MAYOR: Mayor Breault reported that he had signed proclamations designating Emergency Medical Services Week, Public Works Week, Police Week, and Kids Day America. He noted that the proclamations would be displayed in City Hall.

Mayor Breault also reported that he has been in touch with Representative Ron Kind’s office and the Wisconsin DOT regarding the possibility of obtaining some funds for refurbishing the Dike Road. He stated he was keeping a close watch in order to receive consideration.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS: None.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to adjourn the meeting. All ayes (6). MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.

Nancy Norvold, City Clerk

I hereby certify that the City Clerk has submitted the foregoing minutes to me, and I hereby by my signature approve said minutes and all acts of the Common Council as sent forth therein.

Jack D. Breault, Mayor