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City Council Meeting MinutesOct 14, 2009: Common CouncilCITY OF ANTIGO
Roll Call – Present: Alderpersons Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Department Managers in attendance were: Dale Soumis, Director of Administrative Services; Kaye Matucheski, Clerk-Treasurer; Sarah Young, Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Supervisor; Jerome Wilhelm, Inspector/Assessor; Charley Brinkmeier, Civil Technologist/Surveyor; Robert Piskula, Street Commissioner; Eric Roller, Police Chief; and Jim Pike, Communication and Technology Supervisor. Others in attendance were: Michael Winter, City Attorney; Jeanne Jensen, Deputy Clerk-Treasurer; Lisa Haefs, Antigo Daily Journal; Amy Lynch, Human Resource Assistant; Nick Sphatt, Deputy Fire Chief; J.P. Remington, Remington Oil Co.; Rand Molle and Diane Molle, Molle’s; Barb Suick, Palace Theatre; Mary Ann Kamps, Avenue West; Jack Strasser; and Roy Dieck. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed by a moment of silent meditation keeping Kayla Berg and her family in our thoughts with hope for a safe return. Alderperson Cahak moved, Alderperson Noskowiak seconded, to approve the minutes from the August 12, 2009, September 9, 2009, and September 23, 2009, meetings. Carried. Citizen Comments J.P. Remington, Remington Oil, W10582 Hwy X, addressed Council noting he is happy that the parking decision is being reconsidered as the business people do not want a median. Barb Suick, Palace Theatre, 825 Fifth Avenue, noted she is glad the issue is being readdressed. She commented she traveled a number of northern towns and none of them had medians. She feels the asymmetrical parking is a great idea. Mary Ann Kamps, Avenue West, 820 Fifth Avenue, noted she understands the parking issue is not easy and apologized for bringing it back up. She thinks asymmetrical is a great alternative for everyone. It will allow businesses to grow with the extra parking. She is trying to get the Antigo Community Theatre and a Fine Art’s Gallery downtown. Mayor Brandt commended Kaye Matucheski, Clerk-Treasurer, for looking at health insurance with the County and the School District. There were no other individuals wishing to address Council. Update on Citizen’s Referrals from Previous Council Meeting No comments. CONSENT AGENDA Resolutions Resolution No. 117-09 re Approving Operators License for Virginia M. Klepp BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo that an Operator's License be issued to: Virginia M. Klepp pursuant to payment of fees. Resolution No. 118-09 re Approving New Employment Application WHEREAS, the Human Resources Assistant has updated the City’s employment application, and WHEREAS, the revised application was reviewed and approved at the committee level and forwarded to Council for approval to meet current standards, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, that the revised employment application as attached is hereby approved. (Committee Approved 6-0) Resolution No. 119-09 re Approval of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy WHEREAS, the City of Antigo should have a formal policy regarding the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I for employees and applicants, and WHEREAS, the Human Resources Assistant drafted an Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I Policy, and WHEREAS, the policy was reviewed and approved at the committee level and forwarded to Council for approval; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, that the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I Policy as attached is hereby approved. (Committee Approved 6-0) Resolution No. 120-09 re Approval of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Policy WHEREAS, the Human Resources Assistant drafted a revised Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Policy, and WHEREAS, the revised policy was reviewed and approved at the committee level and was forwarded to Council for approval; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, that the revised Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Policy as attached is hereby approved. (Committee Approved 6-0) Resolution No. 121-09 re Approval to Apply for Wisconsin Raffle License WHEREAS, situations have arisen where the City would like to hold raffles as fundraising events for different projects, and WHEREAS, the State of Wisconsin requires a raffle license in order to conduct raffles, and WHEREAS, there are Class A and Class B raffle licenses for different type raffles with the cost of $25 each and are renewed annually, and WHEREAS, the Clerk-Treasurer will handle the reporting requirements for the license, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, to authorize the Clerk-Treasurer to apply annually for both Class A and Class B raffles licenses for a cost of $50 with funds to be derived from Council Operating Funds 100.510.51110.53120, (Committee approved 6-0) Resolution No. 122-09 re Authorizing Submission of a CDBG Planning Grant Application Relating to the City of Antigo’s participation in the Community Development Block Grant Planning Grant Program. WHEREAS, Federal monies are available under the Community Development Block WHEREAS, after seeking public input, the Springbrook and Downtown Revitalization Steering Committee has recommended that an application be submitted to the State of Wisconsin for the following planning project: Access and Improvements to Rear Business Parking; and WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Antigo Common Council to approve the preparation and filing of an application for the City of Antigo to receive funds from this program; and WHEREAS, the Antigo Common Council has reviewed the need for the proposed plan and the benefit(s) to be gained there from; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Antigo Common Council does hereby approve and authorize the preparation and filing of an application for the above-named plan; and that the Director of Administrative Services is hereby authorized to sign all necessary documents on behalf of the City of Antigo; and that authority is hereby granted to the Springbrook and Downtown Revitalization Steering Committee to take the necessary steps to prepare and file the appropriate application for funds under this program in accordance with this resolution. Communications Reports from the department managers and agencies (placed on file). Alderperson Kassis moved, Alderperson Noskowiak seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. NEW BUSINESS Rescinding Resolution No. 114-09 Parallel Parking Concept for Fifth Avenue (to consider and take action) Mayor Brandt noted that additional information was discovered at a meeting today and a 16’ median requirement no longer applies. His concerns with design and restrictions in space are no longer applicable. He did note the concerns of those that spoke are valid concerns. Alderperson Cahak moved, Alderperson Turnbull seconded, to rescind Resolution No. 114-09. Alderperson Kapusta commented on backed up traffic and inquired what will happen when there are only two lanes. Upon inquiry by Alderperson Zelazoski, Mayor Brandt noted the type of median decision has not been made at this point. Ayes were: Noskowiak, Cahak, and Turnbull. Noes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Zelazoski, Shinners, and Balcerzak. Motion lost. Resolutions Resolution No. 123-09 re Approving Optimist Club Request for Waiver of Fee for Halloween Parade WHEREAS, the Optimist Club has coordinated the Halloween parade in the City of Antigo for many years, and WHEREAS, the event does not generate revenues for the Optimist Club and does save the City the time and money of having to organize and conduct the parade, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, to authorize waiving the $25.00 fee for the Optimist Club Halloween parade. Alderperson Kapusta moved, Alderperson Darling seconded, to approve Resolution No. 123-09. Alderperson Turnbull noted concern with waiving these fees as there is a cost to the City and the fee is a show of good faith. The fee is nominal and the City’s cost far exceeds the $25.00 fee. Ms. Turnbull noted she would rather pay the fee herself than continue to waive it. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, and Balcerzak. Noes were: Turnbull. Carried. Resolution No. 124-09 re Authorizing Credit for Tipping Fees for Residential Demolition WHEREAS, the City of Antigo was approached by James Draeger with a request for assistance in the removal and cleanup of two blighted properties located at 114 and 118 Lincoln Street, and WHEREAS, he was primarily requesting that the City waive the demolition tipping fees, and WHEREAS, because of contractual obligations the City has only a percentage of the fee that it is able to consider for relief, and WHEREAS, the Finance, Personnel, & Legislative Committee believes it would be in the best interest of the community to encourage the removal of these blighted properties, and WHEREAS, the committee also believes that if these buildings were replaced by a new residential structure or structures it would improve the neighborhood and the tax base, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo,
Mayor Brandt pulled Resolution No. 124-09 as the homes are not being purchased. No action was taken by Council. Resolution No. 125-09 re Approving Distribution of 2008 Ambulance Budget Surplus WHEREAS, the City financial audit for the 2008 budget year was completed in July, and WHEREAS, the Ambulance budget ended the 2008 year with a $102,154.70 surplus due to increased revenues, and WHEREAS, the Town / City Ambulance Advisory Committee met on August 20th to consider the needs of the service, and WHEREAS, the committee recommended that the City consider appropriating the surplus for the 2010 budget as follows:
WHEREAS, the Finance Personnel & Legislative committee have considered their request and concur with the recommended appropriation distribution, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, Alderperson Noskowiak moved, Alderperson Shinners seconded, to approve Resolution No. 125-09. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. Resolution No. 126-09 re Approving 2010 Frisch Greenhouse Quote for Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue Planters WHEREAS, with the reconstruction of Sixth Avenue, planters were implemented into the streetscape design, and WHEREAS, the City has designated planting areas along Fifth Avenue from Field Street to Lincoln Street, and WHEREAS, the City would like to keep the planters coordinated and complementary along the streets, and WHEREAS, the Committee asked Frisch Greenhouses to submit an agreement to grow, plant, and maintain flowers for the planters on Sixth and Fifth Avenues; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, funds shall be derived from Alleys & Boulevards-Contractual Services Account No. 100.530.53410.52280. (Commission Approved 6-0) Upon inquiry by Alderperson Cahak, Sarah Young, Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Supervisor, reviewed the proposal. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: Cahak. Carried. Resolution No. 127-09 re Approval of Purchase of Electronic Locks for Restroom Facilities WHEREAS, the Parks, Cemeteries and Recreation Commission has requested $334.00 from account 613.620.62001.53530, Park, Recreation and Cemetery Expendable Trust, be used for the purchase of eleven electronic locks for the restroom facilities at the park shelters, and WHEREAS, the purchase of the electronic locks will assist with reducing labor while still meeting public needs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, to approve $334.00, from account 613.620.62001.53530 for the purchase of electronic locks for park shelter facilities. (Committee Approved 6-0, Absent 1) Alderperson Noskowiak moved, Alderperson Turnbull seconded, to approve Resolution No. 127-09. Upon inquiry by Alderperson Kapusta, Ms. Young explained they will be operated by code with times programmed to lock and unlock. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. Resolution No. 128-09 re Acceptance of Construction of Maintenance Storage Building Bid WHEREAS, the Parks, Cemeteries and Recreation Commission has adequate CIP funds allocated for the purpose of building a maintenance storage facility at Elmwood Cemetery, and WHEREAS, the Park and Recreation Department is in need of a maintenance storage facility equipped with electric located at Elmwood Cemetery, and WHEREAS, the space will be used to house various equipment and supplies, and WHEREAS, the low bid for the maintenance storage facility was for $29,352.00 by Walters Buildings from Augusta, Wisconsin, and WHEREAS, Walters Buildings met building specifications, and WHEREAS, Walters Buildings will be required to provide a minimum of $1,000,000.00 general and vehicle insurance with the City of Antigo listed as additional insured, and WHEREAS, Walters Buildings will be required to provide worker compensation, and WHEREAS, Walters Buildings will be required to provide a bid security and performance and payment bond, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, (Committee Approved 8-0, Absent 1) Alderperson Kapusta moved, Alderperson Darling seconded, to approve Resolution No. 128-09. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. Resolution No. 129-09 re Approving Asymmetrical Parking Concept for Fifth Avenue WHEREAS, on August 9, 2009 the Downtown and Springbrook Revitalization Steering Committee considered three options for redesign of the business portion of Fifth Avenue, parallel with a median, angled both sides, and asymmetric with angle on the south side and parallel on the north, and WHEREAS, after further discussions with businesses in the downtown and within the committee, they requested that Council reconsider the action taken on September 9, 2009 to call for Fifth Avenue to be designed as parallel parking with a median, and WHEREAS, Resolution Number 114-09 approving parallel parking with a median was rescinded, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, approve the business portion of Fifth Avenue be designed as an asymmetric street with angled parking on the south and parallel parking on the north. (Committee Approved 8-2, Absent 6) Mayor Brandt pulled Resolution No. 129-09 as the original motion was not rescinded. No action was taken by Council. Resolution No. 130-09 re Approval of GPS Equipment Bid WHEREAS, the Public Works Department is seeking authorization to purchase a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit, and WHEREAS, the Public Works Department currently has to rent a GPS unit and it would be more economical if the department purchased its own, and WHEREAS, this item has been budgeted for, and would increase the capability of completing engineering, surveying and GIS mapping; and WHEREAS, the GPS unit was bid and the committee decided that the most advantageous bid for the City was that of Seiler in the amount of $17,155, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, to authorize the Public Works Department to purchase a GPS unit from Seiler with an approximate cost of $17,155 to be derived from the CIP account, (Committee Approved 8-0, Absent 1) Alderperson Kapusta moved, Alderperson Balcerzak seconded, to approve Resolution No. 130-09. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. Resolution No. 131-09 re Approval of Hydraulic Hammer Bid WHEREAS, upon request of the Street Commissioner, the Water Department is seeking authorization to purchase a new hydraulic hammer as the old hammer is not in working condition, and, WHEREAS, this item has not been budgeted for this year, but with the problems the City has been experiencing with freezing water mains in the winter months, it is anticipated that the Street Department will need to purchase a new hammer, and WHEREAS, the hydraulic hammer was bid and the committee decided that the most advantageous bid for the City was that of Airing Equipment Company in the amount of $14,250.00, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL, City of Antigo, to authorize the Street Department to purchase a hydraulic hammer with an approximate cost of $14,250.00 to be derived from the Water Utility Account, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk-Treasurer be allowed to amend the budget to reflect this purchase. (Committee Approved 4-0, Absent 1) Alderperson Noskowiak moved, Alderperson Cahak seconded, to approve Resolution No. 131-09. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Payment of Bills Alderperson Cahak moved, Alderperson Darling seconded, that Direct Deposits for September 4 and September 18, 2009, payrolls, City Citizens Bank Accounts Payable Check Nos. 45286-45521, both inclusive, Self-Funding Health Insurance Check No. 1227, Block Grant Revolving Loan Fund Check Nos. 2869-2872, both inclusive, and Block Grant 13 Check No. 1027, be allowed as approved by the Mayor; and the Clerk-Treasurer be directed to pay the same. Ayes were: Kapusta, Darling, Kassis, Noskowiak, Zelazoski, Shinners, Cahak, Balcerzak, and Turnbull. Noes were: None. Carried. Committee Referrals There were no committee referrals. Adjournment Alderperson Kapusta moved, Alderperson Turnbull seconded, to adjourn at 6:24 p.m.
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