CITY OF HUDSON COMMON COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES OF MONDAY, JULY 17, 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, Denny Darnold, Angela Popenhagen, Paul Larson,
Betty Caruso, Randy Hanson, Mike Kruger, Don Vieregge, Don Maysack, Sherry
Rosenberger, Dan Bauer, Matt Frisbie, Jim Benshoof, Roger Humphrey, and others.
Mayor Breault led those assembled in
the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMENTS
AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT: Mayor Breault
called for comments from citizens present; none were given.
CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION by Radermacher, second by
Morrissette, to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
MINUTES: Approve the Public Hearing and Regular
Meeting minutes of 7/5/06.
Certified
Survey Map creating two zero-lot line lots at 2228 and 2230 Namekagon Street –
Devco Properties, LLC: Approve the Certified Survey Map creating two zero-lot line lots
at 2228 and 2230 Namekagon Street, as proposed by Devco Properties, with the
condition that a Party Wall Agreement be provided for review by the Community
Development Director or City Attorney.
Claims: Approve the following claims for payment:
|
Fund |
Description |
payables |
Payroll |
Totals |
|
100 |
General |
238,033.87 |
161,127.96 |
399,161.83 |
|
450 |
Capital Projects |
124.50 |
0.00 |
124.50 |
|
610 |
Sewer |
10,641.15 |
9,928.06 |
20,569.21 |
|
620 |
Parking Utility |
645.20 |
752.75 |
1,397.95 |
|
630 |
Ambulance |
8,497.96 |
7,274.85 |
15,772.81 |
|
|
Totals |
257,942.68 |
179,083.62 |
437,026.30 |
Applications for Operator’s Licenses: Approve the issuance of Regular
Operator’s Licenses for the period July 18, 2006 to June 30, 2008 to:
Kori
A. Fromm 1714 Laurel Avenue Hudson,
WI
Kellie
M. Johnson 975 170th
Street Hammond, WI
REPORTS
OF CITY OFFICIALS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: Place on file the Quarterly Report of the
Fire Chief and the Public Utility Commission minutes of 7/11/06.
Roll call vote, all ayes (6) – MOTION CARRIED.
Certified Survey Map creating two commercial lots in the
NW quadrant of Hanley Road & Carmichael – F.W. Gordon Construction/Aldi,
Inc.: Community
Development Director explained that the certified survey map would allow two
commercial lots with two facilities at the Carmichael Road/Hanley Road
intersection. He noted that the Plan
Commission recommended approval with specific conditions. MOTION by Morrissette, second by Koch, to
approve the two-lot certified survey map creating two commercial lots at the
northwest quadrant of Hanley Road and Carmichael Road, as proposed by F.W.
Gordon Construction/Aldi Foods, with a revision of the CSM to provide a 10-foot
utility easement along the exterior lot lines, a notation to provide reciprocal
easements for vehicular access and stormwater utility, and to provide a copy of
an agreement between F.W. Gordon and Aldi Foods for access and stormwater
utility easements. During discussion,
the possibility of a pathway was noted.
All ayes, (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Final
development plans for 16,222 sq. ft. Retail Store and 14,440 sq. ft. retail
center at the NW quadrant of Hanley Road & Carmichael Road – F.W. Gordon
Construction/Aldi, Inc.: dennis
Darnold noted the proposal of F.W. Gordon Construction to build two facilities;
one would be a 16,222 square foot Aldi Foods building, and the other a 14,400
square foot F.W. Gordon retail center.
He stated that the Plan Commission recommended approval, with some
conditions. MOTION by Radermacher, second
by Morrissette, to approve the final development plans for a 16,222 square foot
Aldi retail store and a 14,400 square foot F.W. Gordon retail center, with the
following conditions:
1. The plans are revised per the City Engineer
and Fire Inspector recommendations.
2.
the Master Signage Plan be reviewed and approved by the
Plan
Commission and Common Council.
3.
A letter of credit in the
amount of $19,300 be provided to restore boulevard, curb & gutter and
street improvements in conjunction with the construction of the entrance and
right turn lane and restriping of the drive lanes on Hanley Road.
Discussion
included information about the drive-up area for trash pickup and shipment
deliveries. All ayes (6), MOTION
CARRIED.
Petition for annexation by DaMe Properties to annex 12.3
acres north of Stageline Road at the Stageline Road/Old Highway 35 intersection
– Ordinance No. 12-06: motion by
O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to conduct a first reading on Ordinance No.
12-06, annexation of 12.3 acres north of Stageline Road at the Stageline
Road/old Highway 35 Intersection.
Architect
Matt Frisbie gave an overview of the proposed plans. Dennis Darnold shared information concerning the capacity of the
Wastewater Treatment Plant. Lengthy
discussion was held on the traffic study that was completed, and the effect of
more development in the community. Vote
taken, all ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Presentation and possible
action on City Hall computer system needs – IT Systems Administrator Mike
Kruger: it Systems
Administrator Mike Kruger presented information regarding the City’s current
computer system. His recommendations
included replacing the firewall, replacing routers, installing a new backup
system and server, replacing the current parking system software and upgrading
the current email system.
Two
options were presented. Mr. Kruger
recommended the second option, as it would more completely address the
long-term needs of the City. Discussion
included a source of funding for the upgrade.
Mayor Breault requested Finance Officer Betty Caruso and Mr. Kruger
prepare a proposal for funding the second option of a computer system upgrade,
which was anticipated to cost $60,800.
He stated that when the information was compiled for presentation, a
special Council meeting could be held.
Parking issues on Albert Street: MOTION by Radermacher, second
by O’Malley, to approve the installation of a “No trailer parking” sign on
Albert Street. In discussion, it was
noted that the Public Safety Committee also recommended approval of the
sign. All ayes, (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Breault noted that Public Safety items D. 2 and 3
were removed from the agenda.
Request
for stop signs on Seventh Street at Laurel Avenue: Radermacher stated that the Public Safety Committee recommended
that “Stop Ahead” signs be used in the area of Seventh Street and Laurel
Avenue, as it is a main thoroughfare.
MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley, to approve the installation
of “Stop Ahead” signs on both sides of Seventh Street near Laurel Avenue. Discussion included information that some
tree branches might need to be trimmed.
All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Request for barricades for a block party on Ninth Street: radermacher
explained that the Public Safety Committee recommended denial of the request
for barricades on Laurel Avenue at Ninth Street. He noted that they did not believe it was appropriate to block
off Laurel Avenue. MOTION by
Radermacher, second by Morrissette, to deny the request for barricades on
Laurel Avenue for a block party.
Discussion included the suggestion of having the block party on Ninth
Street instead. All ayes (6), MOTION
CARRIED.
Request for barricades for a block party on Liberty Street: no
action was needed (the event was held July 8th).
Consider purchase and funding for speed display unit and
trailer: MOTION by Radermacher, second by Wyland, to purchase a speed
trailer and display unit. Mayor Breault
stated he and staff would investigate the funding to eventually purchase two
speed trailers. MOTION and second
WITHDRAWN by Radermacher and Wyland.
MOTION by Radermacher, second by Wyland, to request staff to seek
funding of approximately $7,000 for the possible purchase of a speed monitoring
radar trailer unit. All ayes (6),
MOTION CARRIED.
Consider speed limit signs on Hanley
Road from Carmichael Road to O’Keefe Road:
motion by Radermacher, second by
Wyland, to approve adding two speed limit signs on Hanley Road between
Carmichael Road and O’Keefe Road.
Radermacher stated that the Public Safety Committee recommended adding
the signs. In discussion, it was noted
that the current speed limit sign on Hanley Road should be moved further
west. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Consider liquor license compliance checks: radermacher
noted that the Public Safety Committee recommended that liquor license
compliance checks be done in conjunction with fire safety inspections. Wyland added that the Committee also
discussed the need for the agent or licensed operators to be on site. Discussion included the number of visits
that would be required by the City’s Compliance Officer. Wyland stated that he was hopeful some
overtime could be included in the next budget so after-hours checks could take
place. O’Malley explained that the need
for the City inspections was due to cut backs on Department of Revenue
inspections. Wyland requested that the
inspection documentation be included with the liquor license renewal
application forms each year. Interim
Police Chief Paul Larson stated that the Police Department could also provide
assistance.
MOTION by
O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to direct Compliance Officer Krupich to
implement checking Operator’s Licenses and Liquor Licenses as part of his fire
inspection duties, with help from the Police Department after regular work
hours (after 4:30 p.m.). Discussion
included that an inspection form should be designed for use, following review
by Attorney Munkittrick. Vote taken: Ayes (5); Morrissette abstained – MOTION
CARRIED.
Review bids and consider awarding contract for Hanley
Road Storm Sewer Project: Angela Popenhagen announced that four
bids were submitted for the project.
Mayor Breault noted that funding would be from impact fees. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher,
to approve the bid and award the contract to Zappa Brother Excavating in the
amount of $72,324.75 for the Hanley Road Storm Sewer Utility and Street
Improvement Project, as recommended by BRA.
All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Request for barricades for a block party on Albert
Street: motion by O’Connell, second by O’Malley, to
approve the request of Pam Brokaw for barricades for a block party on Thistle
and Albert Street on August 1, 2006. It was noted that the request was submitted too late to be on the
last Public Safety Committee agenda.
All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS: Mayor Breault announced that according to
their headquarters, Hudson’s VFW/American Legion honor guard was designated the
fourth best-dressed honor guard in the state. Mayor Breault thanked the Council again for
the appropriation of funds for their new uniforms.
Morrissette
requested the Parks Department to check into irrigation of the parks
grass. O’Malley reported that Kim
Heinemann of the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau wished to
thank everyone who helped make the recent Music & Art Festival a
success. He also noted concern for the
level of noise from events in Lakefront Park.
Wyland stated the topic has been placed on the Public Safety Committee
agenda. Wyland requested Council
packets to be distributed earlier.
Administrator Willi expressed his
appreciation for having Mike Kruger on staff and noted that he was doing an
excellent job.
MOTION by O’Connell, second by
Radermacher, to adjourn at 8:25 p.m.
All ayes (6). MOTION CARRIED.
Nancy Korson, 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