CITY OF HUDSON
COMMON COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES OF
MONDAY, MARCH 29, 2010
Meeting called to order by Mayor
Dean Knudson in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Knudson led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Present: Mayor Knudson and Alderpersons Randy
Morrissette, Pam Brokaw, Lori Bernard, Lee Wyland, Scot O’Malley, Alan Burchill.
OTHERS PRESENT: Devin Willi, Catherine Munkittrick, Denny
Darnold, Tom Zeuli, Gordon Conard, Randy Hanson, Mary Yacoub, Richard Lau, Jon
Hanson, Jeff Redmond, Eric Atkinson, Marty Jensen, Jim Frye, Eric Christensen,
David Robson, Kevin Hartman, Chuck Schwartz, and others.
Comments and suggestions from citizens present: fire
Chief Jim Frye announced that a burning ban is in effect in the City of Hudson
and surrounding area and that no open burning is allowed until further notice,
including fire pits and outdoor fireplaces.
Mayor Knudson encouraged everyone to respond to the
Census survey, Census day is April 1st.
He also stated a competition is being held between the cities of Hudson,
River Falls, and Prescott to see which City has the most Census participation.
Consent
agenda: MOTION by
Morrissette, second by O’Malley to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
MINUTES: To approve the Special meeting minutes and
Closed Session minutes of the March 1, 2010 Joint Council and EMS meeting, and
the Regular meeting minutes and Closed Session minutes of March 1, 2010, and the
Special meeting minutes and Closed Session minutes of March 8, 2010.
Conditional
use permit for a seasonal/temporary garden center in Plaza 94 south parking lot, 3/15 to 7/20/10 – Linder’s Greenhouse
Inc./Caio Cella: Approve a
Conditional Use Permit to Linder’s Greenhouse, Inc./Cella for a seasonal/temporary
greenhouse at the south Plaza 94 parking lot, as designated in the application,
with the following conditions:
·
Limited to a period of March 15 to July 20
·
One year review is required (March of
2011)
·
The provision of water must be addressed
either with the coffee shop in the parking lot, or approved by the Water
Utility
Consider renewal of conditional use
permit for an outdoor seasonal sales area (garden center) at Home Depot, 2330
Crest View Dr. – The Home Depot.:
Approve renewal of the Conditional Use Permit to The Home Depot for a seasonal outdoor
sales/garden center at 2330 Crest View
Drive, with the following conditions:
·
Limited from April 1 to July 15
·
Allow up to an 8-foot chain link fence and 20’ x 40’ greenhouse
·
Total area limited to 64’ x 120’ (7,680 sq. ft.)
·
Renewal required in three years (2013)
Rezoning of 911 Fourth Street (Munic.
Bldg./parking lot) from R-1, One-family Residential District to OFC, and amend
the City Comprehensive Plan – Common Council: Schedule a Public Hearing for 6:45 p.m. on
Monday, May 5, 2010 regarding the proposed rezoning of 911 Fourth Street
(Municipal Bldg./parking lot) from R-1, One-family Residential District to OFC,
and amend the City Comprehensive Plan.
Amend OFC, Office District to allow
other commercial uses through approval of a conditional use permit – Community
Development Director: Schedule a Public
Hearing for 6:50 p.m. on Monday, May 3, 2010
to amend the OFC, Office District to allow other commercial uses through approval of a conditional use permit.
Amend Comprehensive Plan for future land
use designations and rezoning for Bieneman Farm LLC (SE quadrant of Hanley
Road/STH 35); Gaffer Properties LLC
(north side Coulee Rd. east of 2nd St.); and Tim/Betty Caruso, 27
Coulee Rd. Schedule a Public Hearing for 6:55 p.m. on
Monday, May 3, 2010 to amend the Comprehensive Plan for future land use
designations and rezoning for Bieneman Farm LLC, on the SE quadrant of Hanley
Road/STH 35; the Gaffer Properties LLC, on
the north side of Coulee Road east of 2nd St.; and the Tim/Betty Caruso property at 27 Coulee Road.
Claims: Approve the following claims for payment:
|
FUND |
DESCRIPTION |
PAYABLES |
PAYROLL |
Totals |
|
100 |
General |
183,617.61 |
253,000.04 |
436,617.65 |
|
280 |
Park Donations |
375.00 |
0.00 |
375.00 |
|
290 |
Police Donations |
1,159.32 |
0.00 |
1,159.32 |
|
450 |
Capital Projects |
8,774.85 |
0.00 |
8,774.85 |
|
610 |
Sewer |
124,057.07 |
21,757.52 |
145,814.59 |
|
620 |
Parking |
4,608.03 |
2,222.90 |
6,830.93 |
|
630 |
Ambulance |
45,717.52 |
16,087.88 |
61,805.40 |
|
|
Totals |
368,309.40 |
293,068.34 |
661,377.74 |
Applications for
Operator’s Licenses:
Approve the issuance of Regular Operator’s
Licenses for the period 03/30/10 to
6/30/11 to:
Krista
Lynn Baum 819 Wasson Lane #102 River Falls, WI
Shaun
E. Gary 526 Fourth Street North Hudson,
WI
Debra
A. Johnson 1707 Laurel Avenue Hudson, WI
Susan
M. Smith 154 County Rd. F River
Falls, WI
And
issuance of a Temporary Operator’s License to be used July 2 to July 4, 2010
during the Hudson Booster Days Event to:
John
M. Herink 1207 Bass Lake Road Hudson,
WI
Consider agreement for collection
agency services for EMS billing:
Approve the City of Hudson/St. Croix E.M.S. entering into an Agreement
with Americollect, Inc. to serve as a collection agency for the EMS outstanding
receivables, as submitted.
Application of
Hudson Boosters, Inc. for Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s License to
sell beer and wine July 2 to July 4, 2010:
Approve the issuance of a Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s
License to the Hudson Boosters, Inc. to sell beer and wine July 2-4, 2010 during Hudson Booster Days in Lakefront
Park.
Application of Hanson Bros. Golf
Holdings, LLC for Class B beer and Class B liquor License d/b/a Hudson Golf
Club, 201 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI: Approve the
issuance of a Class B beer and Class B liquor license to Hanson Bros. Golf Holdings,
LLC d/b/a Hudson Golf Club at 201
Carmichael Road, contingent upon surrender of the current license held by
Hudson Wisconsin Country Club, Inc.
Review bids and consider accepting proposal
for providing portable restrooms:
Approve entering into a three-year contract with Apostle Septic to
provide portable restrooms in various City park locations.
Consider
request of St. Croix Tree Service to extend the contract for tree removal and
trimming: Approve a one-year extension of the current contract with St. Croix Tree
Service for tree removal, trimming and stump grinding services.
Review
costs for fertilizing and broadleaf weed control for City rights of way and
City Parks: Approve awarding
the 2010 broadleaf weed control and
fertilizing contract to Biolawn in the amount of $6,285.70, contingent on Biolawn providing a Nutrient Management
Plan and Material Safety Data Sheets prior to the startup of the program.
Consider no parking on Hosford Street at Dominion Drive: Approve no parking on the north side of
Hosford Street between Dominion Drive and the driveway, and one car length on
the west side of Dominion Drive at Hosford Street from the stop sign; and to
include painting the curb on the north side between Boulder Ridge and Comfort
Inn.
Request for 5th Annual Ragnar Relay
Foot Face, August 20-21, 2010:
Approve the 5th Annual Ragnar Relay Foot Race August 20-21,
2010, with the relay exchange point in Lakefront Park.
Request
for Locust Street Car Shows, first Fridays May to September: Approve
the Locust Street Car Shows to be held on Locust Street between Second and Third Street, from 5:30 p.m. to
9:10 p.m. on the first Friday of each month May through September.
Consider
one-hour parking during winter months for 100 block of Vine Street: Approve changing the no parking to one-hour
parking on the north side of the 100 block of Vine Street, from November until
March.
REPORTS OF CITY
OFFICIALS, BOARDS, and COMMISSIONS: Place on file the report of the St. Croix E.M.S. Chief, and the Public
Utility Commission minutes of 3/9/10, St. Croix E.M.S. Commission minutes of
3/9/10, and the Community Access Board minutes of 3/23/10.
Roll call vote taken. All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Conditional Use Permit to expand the
area for non-metallic mining in St. croix Business Park from 9.3 to 18.9 acres,
Outlot 1, St. Croix Business park – Milestone Materials: Denny Darnold shared information about the
request by Milestone Materials for a Conditional Use Permit to expand the area
for non-metallic mining from 9.3 acres to 18.9 acres in St. Croix Business
Park. He noted the Plan Commission
recommended approval of the permit for the expansion, with the conditions noted
on the issue sheet.
Information was shared regarding the three
parties who expressed concerns at the Plan Commission’s Public Hearing. Mr. Darnold read a letter from Mr. Craig
Shirley stating his concern about noise that may be disruptive to the Special
Children’s Center. He stated they had arrived
at a workable resolution to his concern and he would not stand in the way of
the project.
A representative from the Mimbach Quarry
was present, and Mayor Knudson offered Council the opportunity to hear his
presentation. MOTION by O’Malley, second
by Burchill to approve the Conditional Use Permit to Milestone Materials to expand
the area for non-metallic mining of the
Mimbach Quarry in St. Croix Business Park from 9.3 to 18.9 acres, with the
following conditions:
·
A minimum of three feet of dirt cover
required, as part of the reclamation plan.
·
An Erosion Control Plan for the designated
quarry area of the site to be submitted for approval by the City Engineer and
Community Development Director
·
Security in a form acceptable to the City
Attorney of $4,000 per acre, to secure the implementation of the reclamation
plans
·
No sales of black dirt from the quarry
·
Hauling access road to access at Hanley
Road only
Mr. Darnold pointed out that the operator
of the quarry has worked with the people who had concerns, and arrived at an
agreeable resolution. Wyland inquired
about the area after the quarry is closed.
Mr. Darnold stated it would likely be in about twenty years, and that
St. Croix Business Park may want to use the area for industrial use or it could
become recreational, or a combination of those uses. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Consider rezoning parcels of property
for consistency with land uses and zoning designations in the City
Comprehensive Plan – Ordinance No. 3-10: Denny
Darnold provided information regarding Ordinance 3-10 and the rezoning of properties
to allow consistency between the future land use designations and the zoning
map. He addressed questions from the
Public Hearing regarding changing properties from R-2, Two-family Residential District
to B-3, Central Business District.
Mr. Darnold stated the Plan Commission
looked at where the Central Business District would likely expand in future
years, and determined it would be on the East side of Third Street from Walnut
Street to Locust Street. He noted it
appeared to be the logical location for the Central Business District to
expand, if Council and the Plan Commission so desired. He also stated the plan could be reviewed in
the future.
MOTION by O’Malley, second by Brokaw for a first
reading of Ordinance number 3-10.
Discussion was held regarding parking, payment in lieu of parking, and
the State law changes making comprehensive planning more difficult. Additional discussion was held concerning
re-zoning changes, the Comprehensive Plan, and the need to look into it
further. All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Consider transfer of $90,000 from restricted
cash balance to meet EMS cash flow:
MOTION by O’Malley, second by Bernard to approve the transfer of $90,000
from restricted cash balance to meet EMS cash flow needs, as recommended by the
Finance Committee and St. Croix EMS Commission.
Alderperson O’Malley pointed out that capital funds are being used for
operating expenses, and a better way has to be found. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Consider funding for EMS S.E.R.T.
Program: Mayor Knudson stated the Finance Committee
recommended postponing consideration for funding for the EMS S.E.R.T. Program until
a future date, to allow for further study by the EMS Chief, and to obtain
additional financing information. MOTION
by O’Malley, second by Bernard to postpone consideration of funding for EMS
S.E.R.T. Program. All ayes (6), MOTION
CARRIED.
Application of Mark Bongers for Special
Event Permit for Gopher to Badger Race event August 14, 2010: The Finance Committee and Department Heads
recommended approval of the Special Event Permit application from Mark Bongers
for the Gopher to Badger Race event.
MOTION by Burchill, second by Bernard to approve issuance of a Special
Event Permit to Mark Bongers for the Gopher to Badger Race Event on August 14,
2010 contingent on all signage being picked up at the completion of the event,
and to allow the event to start at 6:00 a.m., and to reduce the amount of
insurance coverage required to $1 million dollars each occurrence, and $2
million dollar general aggregate. All
ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Consider remodeling plans for EMS space in lower level of City
Hall: Mayor Knudson
presented information regarding remodeling plans for EMS space in the lower
level of City Hall. He recommended
authorizing up to $29,000 be spent on remodeling the first floor of City Hall
for the EMS Department, with $25,000 coming from the $200,000 budgeted for the
First Street remodeling project, plus $4,000 that is already in the 2010
Capital Outlay budget for carpet replacement.
(The Public Safety Committee recommended Option Two for EMS
renovations.)
Mayor
Knudson shared information regarding the remodeling options, including the
garage space. He noted need for engineering
plans and specifications and a full formal bid process for the garage
remodeling to consider changing the current three door system to two doors. Funding that portion of the project would be
considered at a later time, but the engineering would be part of the $29,000. MOTION by Morrissette, second by Bernard to
approve up to $29,000 for remodeling the lower level of City Hall for EMS
space. All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Request
to fill vacancy of Clerk II position in Police Department: MOTION by O’Malley, second by Wyland to
approve filling the Clerk II position in the Police Department. Mayor Knudson stated the Finance Committee
and the Police Chief recommended filling the vacancy that was created due to
the transfer of an employee to a different Department. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
Equipment
request for Interview Rooms in Police Dept. remodeling project: Mayor Knudson stated that the Finance
Committee recommended approval of the equipment request for interview rooms in
the Police Department remodeling project, and explained the plans. It was noted that $2,700 was available from
current donations; the balance would be funded from Capital Outlay in the bond
issue. MOTION by Burchill, second by Brokaw to approve the purchase of video
recording system equipment from Home Electronic Specialists at a cost of
$5,473.83, and installation in the interview rooms in the Police Department. All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Detour route for 2nd
and Vine Street Intersection Improvement Project: Information was shared regarding a detour
route during the Second Street and Vine Street Intersection Improvement Project. Bonestroo Engineer Chuck Schwartz explained
the proposed traffic route recommendation.
He provided information about considerations regarding the pedestrian
crossing, additional signage, and detour enhancements that would include longer
green lights.
Discussion of the route was held. Mr. Schwartz pointed out the detour is geared
for through traffic, and they believe it would be better to move the traffic to
a strong, stable road as quickly as possible.
The route would be observed for thirty days to determine if any changes
would be needed.
Mr. Schwartz stated the next step of the
process would be for Council to consider plans and specifications, plus
alternates, at the April 19th meeting. After Council approval, Bonestroo would
advertise the project for bids. MOTION
by O’Malley, second by Bernard to approve the recommended detour, as presented,
for the Second and Vine Street Intersection Improvement Project. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.
request of final stretch
inc. for triathlon race september 4-5, 2010: MOTION by Bernard, second by O’Malley to
approve the request of Final Stretch Inc. for a Triathlon race September 4-5,
2010 as recommended by the Public Safety Committee with the addition of an
alternate route, if needed, in case of road construction. Bernard stated an
alternate route was provided to Council.
All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
Consider 2010 Deer
Management Program with River Valley Deer Management, and consider Ordinance
No. 5-10 to allow bow hunting in the City, within Deer Control Program: MOTION by O’Malley, second by Wyland for
first reading of Ordinance No. 5-10 to allow bow hunting in the City, within a
Deer Control Program.
Alderperson Morrissette stated his desire
to have District 1 excluded, unless the private property owners request to have
their property be included. Mayor
Knudson provided information about RiverValley Deer Management, LLC, and the
criteria for being included in their group, and locations that could be
included in hunt. He also explained that
the controlled, archery-only hunt would be of no cost to the City and would
happen in the fall of 2010.
Discussion was held concerning the areas of
City property where hunting could take place, not Park land. Additional information was shared regarding a
similar program in the Village of North Hudson.
It was noted that the topic could also be included on the upcoming Park Board
agenda. Ayes (5), noes (1) - - Morrissette;
MOTION CARRIED.
Consider adoption of state
smoking ban laws – Ordinance No. 4-10: Mayor Knudson provided background information
regarding Act 12, the State smoking ban.
He noted the laws banning indoor smoking will go into effect on July 5,
2010.
Police Chief Marty Jensen stated that the
City should enact an ordinance similar to the State Statutes so local
enforcement can be handled at the municipal level, and not sent to the State.
MOTION by
O’Malley, second by Bernard to suspend the rules toward adoption of Ordinance
4-10. Roll call vote taken, all ayes (6),
MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by O’Malley, second by Brokaw to adopt the following:
Ordinance No. 4-10
adoption of state smoking ban laws
(Copy on file in the Clerk’s office)
Discussion was held concerning the bond
amount, amount and collection of fines, ability of the municipality to be more
restrictive than State requirements, and enforcement. O’Malley clarified his motion was to adopt
the ordinance as written. All ayes (6),
MOTION CARRIED.
Review bids and consider accepting
proposal for spring and fall Leaf collection Program: Public Works and Parks Director Tom Zeuli
provided information regarding the options for the Spring and Fall Leaf
Collection Program. (The Request for
Proposals was posted on the City’s website and published in the Star Observer
newspaper for two weeks.) He stated one
bid was received from River City Disposal (RCD), and they have had the contract
since the City began the yard waste drop off program. He explained the two quotes that were
received; one if plastic bags are used, at a cost of $19,350.00, and one if
biodegradable bags are used, at a cost of $16,312.50.
Lengthy
discussion was held regarding the programs in other municipalities, landfill
vs. compost, and the emptying of leaves from any plastic bags.
MOTION
by O’Malley, second by Wyland to accept the $19,350.00 proposal from River City
Disposal for the Spring and Fall Leaf Collection Program unless a split program
can be used, with both kinds of bagging options, if possible. Additional
information was shared about the options available, landfill vs. compost, and
staffing the drop off site. Ayes (6),
MOTION CARRIED.
COMMUNICATIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MAYOR: Mayor Knudson reported that Census
information is due by April 15th and is confidential information. There are Census employees available at the
Municipal Building to answer questions or offer assistance if needed.
COMMUNICATIONS
AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS: Alderperson O’Malley requested that there be
an agenda item at the April 19, 2010 meeting to discuss applications for the
liquor license that was created recently.
Alderperson Brokaw announced that she has
decided to withdraw as a candidate for the position of Alderperson in District
2 that is on the April 6, 2010 ballot.
Clerk Korson explained that her name will still appear on the ballot,
and that if she should win, she may decline in writing to hold the office. The position would then be filled following
the provisions in Chapter 17 of Wisconsin Statutes.
City Administrator Devin Willi announced
that the Spring Election would be held on April 6, 2010.
Reconvene
in Open Session for possible action re: litigation with Lifeline Systems: MOTION by
O’Malley, second by Burchill to reconvene into open session for possible action
regarding litigation with Lifeline Systems.
All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION by O’Malley, second by Bernard to
direct the City’s attorney to proceed as discussed. All ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette to
adjourn the meeting. All ayes (6) MOTION
CARRIED at 9:40 p.m.
Nancy J. 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 set forth therein.
Dean R. Knudson, Mayor