CITY OF HUDSON COMMON COUNCIL MEETING

MINUTES OF MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2005

 

 

                                                           UNAPPROVED

 

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 Mike Laatsch, Dennis O’Connell, Paul Radermacher, Roger Riedel, Scot O’Malley and Carah Koch. 

 

OTHERS PRESENT: Devin Willi, Catherine Munkittrick, Dennis Darnold, Dennis Postler,  Jim Eulberg, Randy Hanson, Gordon Conard, Linda Donaldson, David Robson, and others.

 

     COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT:   None.

 

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

 

       minutes:  Approve the Regular Meeting minutes of 7/18/05. 

 

     Claims:   Approve the following claims for payment:

 

Fund

Description

payables

payroll

Totals

100

General

220,720.99

147,031.29

367,752.28

260

Cable

0.16

0.00

0.16

410

Tax Increment Financing

1,362.89

0.00

1,362.89

450

Capital Projects

91,054.45

0.00

91,054.45

610

Sewer

7,680.73

10,788.55

18,469.28

620

Parking Utility

337.42

1,162.85

1,500.27

630

Ambulance

5,432.11

15,136.50

20,568.61

860

Tax Agency

1,150,750.50

0.00

1,150,750.50

 

                      TOTALS

$1,477,339.25

$174,119.19

$1,651,458.44

 

REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:  To place on file the Quarterly Reports of the City Clerk, and the Community Access Board minutes of 7/26/05.

 

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

 

Closed Session minutes of 7/18/05.  O’Connell pointed out an error in the Closed Session minutes of 7/18/05.  The minutes indicated that under the motion to convene into Closed Session, the roll call vote was 6 votes, but it should be changed to “5”.  MOTION by O’Connell, second by Radermacher, to approve the Closed Session minutes of 7/18/05, as amended to reflect the change.  All ayes, MOTION CARRIED.

 

Final Development Plans for 9,990 square foot retail center on Lot 1 in Ban Tara (proposed subdivision) east of Carmichael Road/south of Stageline Road – Ban Tara, LLC:  Dennis Darnold stated that the Plan Commission recommended approval of the plans, with the condition that they be amended according to the Water Utility Director’s memo of 7/21/05.  Mr. Darnold reported that it might be possible for a second building to be added to the lot, and the City wants to make sure that the utility concerns are addressed appropriately.  MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to approve the final development plans for a 9,990 square foot retail center on Lot 1 of Ban Tara subdivision, as proposed by Ban Tara LLC.  It was noted that the conditions noted in the Water Utility Director’s 7/21 memo had been satisfied, as noted in a memo from him on 7/28/05.  During discussion, Mayor Breault complimented the developers on the aesthetic appearance of the retail center.  Koch agreed on the appearance, but stated it did not change her opinion of the whole development.  David Robson commented that the first tenant should take occupancy in December.  Ayes (5); Koch voted No – MOTION CARRIED.

 

QUARTERLY REPORT OF THE Library Director:  library Director Linda Donaldson verbalized her quarterly report, noting that issues of the Star Observer newspaper were now available on microfilm from the years 1865 to 2003. She noted that the Library’s History Room was frequently used.  Ms. Donaldson reported an increase of more than 1,700 Library patrons since June of 2004, a 12% increase.  She stated that a new part-time Library assistant was hired for 20 hours per week, and a laser printer was purchased to replace an older unit.

 

Ms. Donaldson explained that a program for teens was added to the Summer Reading Program and has been well attended.  The pre-teen program for those 10, 11 and 12 years old has 113 registered participants, and 54 teens are registered for the young adult summer programs.  She noted that the program for grade school children has 365 signed up.

 

Ms. Donaldson reported on the receipt of an $800 donation from the Wanken Family Chiropractic office, as part of the Kids Day America fundraiser held on May 21st. 

 

Mayor Breault thanked Ms. Donaldson and offered congratulations for the increase in Library patrons.  MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to accept and place on file the quarterly report of the Library Director.  All ayes, MOTION CARRIED.

 

Consider St. Croix County UW-Extension Office quote for Downtown Parking Survey:  mayor Breault called attention to the quote received for the Downtown Parking Survey.  He stated that he believed the survey was timely and should address the City’s future parking needs.  He added that it has not yet been determined whether portions of the survey will be conducted by telephone or through the mail.  Mayor Breault explained that the telephone survey was effective in the last survey.  He invited the Council members to offer their opinions.  He noted that the survey cost would be between $6,100 and $6,500 and funds were available in the Parking Utility fund.  MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley, to proceed with the Downtown Parking Survey as proposed by the UW-River Falls Survey Research Center and Community Resource Development Agent Jim Janke, at the estimated cost of $6,124 to $6,504.00. All ayes, MOTION CARRIED.

 

Coulee Road storm sewer repairs:  public Works Director Jim Eulberg reported that a 42-inch storm sewer pipe on Coulee Road, located approximately across from Casanova’s, is corroded and eroded out, resulting in large voids and sink holes in the area.  He stated he was in the process of obtaining repair costs, and this would be discussed at the next Public Works Committee and Council meeting.  Mr. Eulberg stated that this issue needs to be addressed this year.  He estimated that it could cost between $200,000 and $300,000 to place a liner on the inside of the pipe.  He stated that it would probably take a day or two to complete the project, with a lane or two of traffic closed during the repair.  Riedel asked for clarification on the location of the pipe.  Mr. Eulberg responded that it was 600 or 700 feet past the Dairy Queen and toward Casanova’s, on the north side of Coulee Road.  Discussion included more details about the procedure and when the work could be completed.  MOTION by O’Malley, second by Laatsch, to authorize the preparation of the plans and specifications and seek bids for the Coulee Road Storm Sewer Repair Project.  All ayes, MOTION CARRIED.

 

Update on projects:  Dennis Postler reported that construction is under way in the Ban Tara area as well as for the Red Cedar Canyon Townhomes and Condominiums.  He stated that the Lighthouse at Hudson Pier still has some outstanding issues that should be resolved shortly.  He explained the two new projects underway in the St. Croix Business Park are for Bond Pro and the Kidz Plaza II.

 

Mayor Breault noted that on Wednesday there would be a meeting with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to review the traffic flow options for the Carmichael and Crest View Drive area.  He stated the need to move on the project as soon as possible.

 

communications and items for future agendas:  Administrator Willi reminded Council members that the first Council meeting in September will be held on Tuesday, September 6th due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday.

 

CLOSED SESSION pursuant to §19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats., to discuss performance review and compensation for the city clerk.  motion by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to convene into Closed Session pursuant to §19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats. to discuss performance review and compensation for the City Clerk.  Roll call vote, all ayes, MOTION CARRIED – 7:22 p.m.

 

Reconvene in Open Session for possible action re: compensation for city clerk:  MOTION by O’Malley, second by Laatsch, to reconvene into open session.  All ayes, MOTION CARRIED – 7:38 p.m.  MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to approve the increase for the City Clerk’s annual salary to $43,000, effective August 8, 2005.  All ayes, MOTION CARRIED. 

 

MOTION by Riedel, second by Radermacher, to adjourn the meeting.  Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.  MOTION CARRIED. 

 

    

 

 

 

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

 

                                                  Date approved

 by Council: