CITY OF HUDSON COMMON COUNCIL

MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 20, 2007

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

Mayor Breault led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.

PRESENT: Mayor Breault and Alderpersons Dennis O’Connell, Randy Morrissette, Paul Radermacher, Lee Wyland, Scot O’Malley and Alan Burchill.

OTHERS PRESENT: Betty Caruso, Devin Willi, Catherine Munkittrick, Denny Darnold, Tom Zeuli, Bill Wanner, Meg Heaton, Glen Hartman, Chuck Schwartz, Gordon Conard, Marty Jensen, Pat Sherley, Bill Knuth, Dale Willi, Andy Smith, Kevin Harter, Lisa Opel, Eric Atkinson, Pete Schultz, Jason Muenich, Tim Rieger, Jeff Knopps, Tom O’Connell, Bob Larson, Frank Rhoades, Hans Lamkin, John Klingelhutz, Bob Simonson, Paul Mollett, and others.

COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT: Mayor Breault called for comments from citizens present.

Bill Knuth read a statement indicating his concern for meeting the City’s needs, and property taxes. He stated that previous City Councils were conservative, but now issues of personnel, facilities, and funding are apparent. He stated these concerns were a direct result of the community’s growth and increased demand for services. He urged the Council to raise property taxes to meet the total need of the growing community. Mr. Knuth offered ideas that included raising taxes, continuing to be as efficient as possible and finding new ways to operate programs that meet the needs, or continue to operate at the present level. Mayor Breault thanked Mr. Knuth for his comments.

Pat Sherley of the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce announced that the New Teachers’ Luncheon would be held Wednesday, August 22^nd at 11:30 a.m. at the Phipps Center for the Arts. She encouraged the public to meet the new teachers and welcome them. Ms. Sherley also stated that the Girls Night Out Bicycle Ride would be September 8th, and the Autumn Taste Walk would be held September 29^th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. An official program guide is available at the Chamber of Commerce office.

Eric Atkinson noted his appreciation for the leadership that Chief Andy Smith gave to the Police Department. He stated that the City should place a priority on public safety and find the funds needed to get the Police Department, Fire Department and St. Croix E.M.S. in the position to offer the best quality services possible to the taxpayers in the City of Hudson.

Mayor Breault called for comments three more times; no further comments were given.

Mayor Breault read a letter from State Senator Sheila Harsdorf regarding the current budget increases and Governor Doyle’s position. Mayor Breault and Council members offered comments regarding the budget process and the possibility of using a referendum in order to exceed the levy limits imposed by the State. Sean Pettee questioned whether the Council members were informed of every decision regarding the budget process. An explanation was given about the closing of the Tax Incremental Funding District. It was also explained how expenses are covered from one area to another in the budget, as well as how the 2007 allowable budget increase was distributed.

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

MINUTES: Approve the Regular Meeting minutes of 8/06/07.

CLAIMS: Approve the following claims for payment:

FUND	DESCRIPTION	PAYABLES	PAYROLL	TOTALS
100	General	221,878.00	132,811.19	354,689.19
230	Wisc DVL/RVL	585.00	0.00	585.00
231	SCBP-RVL Loan	30.00	0.00	30.00
280	Park Donations	3,982.00	0.00	3,982.00
410	Tax Increment Financing	13,479.08	0.00	13,479.08
450	Capital Projects	431.87	0.00	431.87
610	Sewer	18,664.75	10,835.62	29,500.37
620	Parking Utility	1,144.50	860.96	2,005.46
630	Ambulance	4,896.92	7,775.78	12,672.70
860	Tax Agency	1,538,389.75	0.00	1,538,389.75
	Total	$1,803,481.87	$152,283.55	$1,955,765.42

Applications for Operator’s Licenses: Approve the issuance of Regular Operator’s Licenses for the period 8/21/07 through 6/30/09 to:

Michael R. Cook 1668 Rolling Hills Lane River Falls, WI

Ashley R. Fisher P.O. Box 153 Roberts, WI

James M. Hanscom 581 132^nd Ave. Somerset, WI

Laura E. Hoffmann 1457 Wildcat Court #111 River Falls, WI

Steven J. Link 415 4^th Street N. Hudson, WI

Kaelly Mahlstedt 303 W. Ash Street Roberts, WI

Brandt T. Sampson 102 S. Wasson Lane River Falls, WI

Sean M. Trebus W5521 770^th Avenue River Falls, WI

Antonia R. Urbano 1416 Hallewood Blvd. New Richmond, WI

And issuance of Temporary licenses to be used 9/22 and 9/23 at the Hudson Hockey Pig Roast to:

Lynette R. Beinlich 927 Ridge Pass Hudson, WI

Stacy M. Dove 408 126^th Ave. Hudson, WI

Traci A. Takkunen 857 Daisy Circle Hudson, WI

And issuance of Temporary licenses to be used 9/15 and 9/16 at the St. Patrick’s Fall Festival to:

Susan C. Grancorvitz 818 Harbor View Rd. Hudson, WI

Howard W. Cameron 449 Overlook Pass Hudson, WI

And to deny issuance of an Operator’s License to Crysta R. Cadalbert, 708 Crosby Drive, Hudson, WI.

REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS: Place on file the Quarterly report of the Water Utility Director, the Annual Report of the Assessor, and the Public Utility Commission minutes of 8/13/07.

Roll call vote, ayes (6) MOTION CARRIED.

Request of Klingelhutz Companies to amend the Red Cedar Canyon planned residential development Conditional Use Permit to allow conversion of the 40-unit Vista Canyon condominium facility at 3001 Hanley Road to a 55-unit residential care apartment complex: denny Darnold reported on the request to convert a condominium to a residential care apartment complex. He stated that the Plan Commission recommended approval, with some specific conditions. MOTION by Burchill, second by O’Malley, to approve the request of Klingelhutz Companies to amend the Conditional Use Permit for the Red Cedar Canyon residential development to permit the conversion of the existing forty (40) unit residential condominium facility at 3001 Hanley Road to a fifty-five (55) unit residential care apartment complex, with the following conditions:

· Limited to 55 units.

· Require a Residential Care Apartment Complex license from the Wisconsin

Department of Health & Family Services, Chapter HFS 89

· Require landscape plan to be submitted for the northern part of the site where the second building was proposed

· Klingelhutz Companies to address the concerns of participation in the

Red Cedar Canyon Homeowners Association(s).

Information was shared regarding the public hearing that was held before the Plan Commission and that one person spoke on the matter. O’Connell requested additional information regarding the association dues. John Klingelhutz clarified that they need to redo their site and have their own area for sidewalks and walking, and they would be willing to pay and join the association. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Renewal of Conditional Use Permit for use of 904 Third Street as a manufacturer representative/wholesale sales office with two non-resident employees – David Tank: denny Darnold stated that the Plan Commission recommended renewal of the Conditional Use Permit. He stated that the permit was originally approved in 1999, and the owner, David Tank, still resides at the 904 Third Street address. MOTION by Burchill, second by Wyland to approve renewal of the Conditional Use Permit to David Tank at 904 Third Street to allow a manufacturer representative/wholesale sales office with two non-resident employees for two years, with review in August of 2009, and with the following conditions:

· One commercial sign no greater than three (3) square feet in area.

· No additional signage or lighting for purposes of commercial use

identification

· The permit is non-transferable.

All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Review fuel bids submitted for supplying fuel and gasoline to City Departments for the period 9/1/07 to 8/31/08: mayor Breault noted that the Finance Committee recommended accepting the bid from Consolidated Energy Cooperative. MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to approve the bid from Consolidated Energy Cooperative, 1088 Cty Road A, Hudson, WI to provide fuel and gasoline to the City for the period 9/1/07 through 8/31/08. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Application of Hudson Hockey Association for a Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s License to sell beer at the Pig Roast Event on 9/22/07 at the Hudson Sports & Civic Center, 1820 Hanley Road: motion by Radermacher, second by O’Malley, to approve the issuance of a Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s License to the Hudson Hockey Association to sell beer at the Pig Roast Event on 9/22/07 and 9/23/07 at the Hudson Sports & Civic Center, 1820 Hanley Road. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Application of St. Patrick’s Church for a Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s License to sell beer and wine at the annual Fall Fest on 9/15/07 and 9/16/07 at 1500 Vine Street: motion by Radermacher, second by Morrissette, to approve the issuance of a Temporary Class “B”/”Class B” Retailer’s License to St. Patrick’s Church to sell beer and wine at the annual Fall Fest on 9/15/07 and 9/16/07 at 1500 Vine Street. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Review bids and consider awarding contract for Nye Street and Aldrich Avenue Storm Sewer Improvements Project: Attorney Munkittrick provided a memo concerning a change in the bid analysis and determination of the lowest bid on the project. She stated that Pember Companies, Inc. failed to comply with the 5% limitation for the “Mobilization” item in the bid. She advised that F & K Trucking and Excavating was the next lowest bidder that complied with the Project Manual. Bonestroo Engineer Chuck Schwartz explained that five bids were submitted. He agreed that F & K Excavating was the low bidder.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by O’Connell, to approve the bid from F & K Trucking and Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $186,660.65 for the Nye Street and Aldrich Avenue Storm Sewer Improvements Project. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

Update on projects: chuck Schwartz reported that a meeting was held with the Wisconsin DNR concerning the Seawall Expansion Project plans. He noted the need for two permits, and the publications that were necessary. He stated the project bids would be opened on September 13^th. Discussion included the concern for direct runoff into the river and the change in plans to correct that issue. He also explained that a bituminous trail would be included.

Mayor Breault questioned whether the project would be completed in 2007. Mr. Schwartz stated that it would be finished except for topsoil and grass.

Update on health insurance options: City Administrator announced that the 2008 health insurance premium rates should be available by the end of the month. Burchill noted that the City has a number of annuitants, and that is the reason some insurance companies don’t want to bid on the policy. He stated some other ideas are being considered to address that situation. Mr. Willi noted that the insurance Ad Hoc Committee may have a recommendation by the September 4^th Council meeting.

Preliminary 2008 Budget and financial analysis of Governmental Accounting: Finance Officer Betty Caruso stated that the preliminary figures were still unavailable. She noted that the levy limit percentage was still being decided by the State Legislature. She noted that a referendum might be needed in order to have a budget that exceeded the levy limit allowed by the State. Additional discussion was held regarding the timetable required for a referendum election. Administrator Willi agreed to compile that information.

It was noted that the 2008 Budget worksheets from the Department Heads were due by Monday, September 24^th.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS: O’Malley thanked those present for attending the meeting.

CLOSED SESSION pursuant to §19.85 (1)(c), Wis. Stats. to consider resignation and separation pay request of Chief of Police: motion by O’Malley, second by Wyland, to convene into Closed Session pursuant to §19.85 (1)(c), Wis. Stats. to consider the resignation and separation pay request of the Chief of Police. Roll call vote taken: Ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED at 7:42 p.m.

Reconvene into Open Session for possible action re: resignation and separation pay request of Chief of Police: motion by O’Malley, second by Burchill, to reconvene into Open Session pursuant to §19.85 (1)(c), Wis. Stats. for possible action regarding the resignation and separation pay request of the Chief of Police. Roll call vote taken: Ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED at 8:07 p.m.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Wyland, to postpone action on the resignation and separation request of Police Chief Andy Smith until the special Council meeting to be held Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 7:30 a.m. All ayes (6), MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by O’Malley, second by Morrissette, to adjourn at 8:08 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

Date approved