CITY OF HUDSON COMMON COUNCIL

MEETING MINUTES OF MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2006

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

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

ABSENT: Alderpersons Dennis O’Connell and Lee Wyland.

OTHERS PRESENT: Devin Willi, Catherine Munkittrick, Dennis Darnold, Betty Caruso, Angela Popenhagen, Jim Eulberg, Gordon Conard, Randy Hanson, Richard Kramer, Jim O’Connor, Marc Putman, and others.

COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT: Mayor Breault called for comments three times; none were given.

CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION by Radermacher, second by Koch, to approve the following Consent Agenda items:

MINUTES: Approve the Public Hearing and Regular Meeting minutes of 11/20/06 and Closed Session minutes of 11/20/06.

Claims: Approve the following claims for payment:

Fund	Description	payables	payroll	Totals
100	General	133,402.21	132,802.32	266,204.53
225	Impact Collection	1,196.00	0.00	1,196.00
310	Debt Service	43,409.10		43,409.10
450	Capital Projects	25,741.93	0.00	25,741.93
490	Biosolids	0.00	0.00	0.00
610	Sewer	23,574.17	10,047.57	33,621.74
620	Parking Utility	236.66	732.94	969.60
630	Ambulance	9,591.53	17,341.92	26,933.45
	TOTALS	$237,151.60	$160,924.75	$398,076.35

Applications for Operator’s Licenses: Approve the issuance of a regular Operator’s License for the period 12/05/06 through 6/30/08 to: Xavier DeLaCruz, 2124 Waukon Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55119.

St. Croix E.M.S. write-offs: Approve the quarterly write-offs for St. Croix E.M.S. in the amount of $24,095.61, as recommended by LifeQuest, following Phase III of their collection procedures.

REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS: Place on file the Quarterly Report of the Police Department, and the St. Croix E.M.S. Commission minutes of 11/13/06.

Roll call vote, all ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

Consider budget adjustment to reflect Police Department’s share of E.M.S. rescue boat: Mayor Breault reviewed the terms for the 2006 purchase of a rescue boat that is shared by the Police and St. Croix E.M.S Departments. He noted that the Police Department was to pay their half of the costs over a five year period. Due to savings in their personnel account, the Police Department funds are now available in 2006. Mayor Breault stated that the Finance Committee recommended the transfer of the funds, as outlined.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to approve the transfer of $31,367.70 from the Police Department’s Personnel Service account to the Capital Outlay Budget for payment of the Police Department’s share of the emergency rescue boat. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

Consider transfer of unused part-time Community Development wages TO CAPITAL Outlay for consulting services for downtown development /Architectural standards: Denny Darnold explained that in 2006, Community Development budgeted for a part-time position that has not yet been filled. He requested that $10,000 be transferred to his Capital Outlay budget to help cover the costs of the consulting services for the downtown development/architectural standards.

MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley, to approve the transfer of $10,000 from the Community Development Personnel Service budget to the Capital Outlay budget for the payment of consulting services related to downtown development, as part of the Comprehensive Plan expenditure. Discussion included the use of the money if the contract for the consulting service were not approved. Mr. Darnold stated that the funds could still be used to replenish the Comprehensive Plan fund. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

Consider issuance of $241,500 G.O. Promissory Notes as short-term debt for Capital Outlay – Resolution No. 15-06: mayor Breault reported that the Finance Committee recommended issuance of the notes. He explained that Citizens Bank offered 4.80% and First National Bank of Hudson offered 4.25%. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to approve the issuance of $241,500 G.O. Promissory notes from the First National Bank of Hudson at the rate of 4.25% per annum. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to suspend the rules toward adoption of Resolution No. 15-06. Ayes (3), 1 No – MOTION FAILED. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to conduct a first reading of Resolution No. 15-06. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

Update on Projects: B.R.a. Engineer Angela Popenhagen reported that a couple projects were completed and the Seawall Retaining Wall Project at Lakefront Park has begun.

Resolution No. 14-06 re: discontinuance and vacation of portions of Myrtle Street: City Attorney Cathy Munkittrick explained that a Lis Pendens needed to be filed. Denny Darnold requested that Resolution 14-06 be carried over. Attorney Munkittrick also noted that the reference to the Section number of Wisconsin Statutes had an extra zero, and it should be “66.1003(4)”.

Joint Library Agreement with changes to item 12 – Duration: Joint Library Board Chairman Jim O’Connor announced that the Board had agreed to change the wording in the Joint Library Agreement regarding “Duration”. He explained that in Section 12, they wish to change the two-year advance notice to one-year advance notice before withdrawal.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to approve the amendment to the Joint Library Agreement, as submitted, to recreate the second sentence of Item 12 – Duration, to change the two-year advance notice to one-year notice for withdrawal. Discussion included information that a new Agreement with the participating municipalities would be needed if a new Library facility is built. Mr. O’Connor also presented information regarding the increased use of the Library’s services. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

Consulting services proposal by Putman Planning and Design re: downtown

development/architectural standards – Community Development Director: denny Darnold announced that he had asked Putman Planning and Design to prepare a proposal to help address future development in the downtown area. He stated this would include only the four-block area from Buckeye Street to Walnut Street, and First Street to Second Street, due to limited funds available. Mr. Darnold stated that the proposed fee is $46,120, and explained the funding is available from the Community Development Department. It was also noted that Putman Planning and Design would be prepared to have an analysis and recommendations prepared by the end of January, 2007.

Marc Putman provided a detailed presentation noting their past work in various communities and the design guidelines that would be used. He also expressed his desire to offer the firm’s expertise during the entire process.

Attorney Munkittrick suggested approval of the proposal, contingent on working out the contract language. She also pointed out the provisions in the City’s Procurement Policy that would allow the Council to move forward on this item.

MOTION by Radermacher, second by O’Malley to approve the consulting services proposal by Putman Planning and Design, contingent on review and approval of the contract language by the City Attorney. Discussion included information that the funding was in place. All ayes (4), MOTION CARRIED.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS: Mayor Breault announced that a Special Finance Committee meeting was scheduled for Monday, December 11^th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed 2007 Capital Projects and funding sources.

O’Malley requested a review of Municipal Code, Chapter 99 and the wording about prohibiting the feeding of wildlife for a future agenda.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Radermacher, to adjourn at 7:37 p.m. All ayes (4). 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

Date approved

by Council: