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COLUMBUS COMMON COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2020 – 6:30 PM COLUMBUS CITY HALL AGENDA Join the Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84385606904?pwd=MzBTSTNoZExndG90QXZpZVJqWlhodz09 Meeting ID: 843 8560 6904 Password: 689671 OR 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 843 8560 6904 Password: 689671 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Notice of Open Meeting 4. Approve Agenda 5. Correspondence & Communications o Due to the continuing COVID-19 health crisis, City staff continue to minimize attendance at the Council meeting in City Hall until further notice. Citizens wishing to make public comment at the meeting, please call 312-626-6799 by 6:15 pm. All comments are limited to 3 minutes in length. Consent Agenda 1. Council & Committee of the Whole Minutes – 6/16/20, 6/30/20 special 2. Applications for Operator Licenses, term 07/01/20 – 06/30/22 New Business 1. Take Nominations for Vacant District 3 Alderperson 2. Consider & take action on Vacant District 3 Alderperson 3. Consider & take action on Mayoral Appointments 4. Consider & take action on acceptance of donation to Police Dept from Countryside Ford 5. Consider & take action on Class A Liquor License for Landmark Services Cooperative d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store 6. Consider & take action on Plan Commission recommendation for home occupation at 556 Waterloo Street 7. Consider & take action on Task Order #2020-07 from Ruekert Mielke for GIS services 8. Consider & take action on Delegated Municipal Authority for Building Inspection 9. Consider & take action on site plan for Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park 10. Consider & take action on Christopher Columbus statue 11. Consider & take action on claims in the amount of $ 419,392.07 12. Report of City Officers – City Administrator, Mayor Adjourn  COLUMBUS COMMON COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020 – 6:30 PM – COLUMBUS CITY HALL 1. Roll Call: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Mayor Thom. Present: Mayor Thom, Alders: Gray (via teleconference), McCabe, Pyfferoen, Reid, Ryan; City Administrator Ellefson, City Clerk Goebel, various City staff present & via teleconference. 2. Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Thom led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Notice of Open Meeting: Noted as posted. 4. Approve Agenda: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to approve agenda. Carried voice vote. 5. Correspondence & Communications: None Consent Agenda: Motion by Ryan, second by McCabe to approve consent agenda. Carried voice vote. Council & Committee of the Whole Minutes – 6/02/20 New Business 1. Consider & take action on re-opening plans: Senior Center: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to approve the re-opening plan. Carried voice vote. Aquatic Center: Motion by McCabe, second by Ryan to approve the re-opening plan. Carried voice vote. Pool plans to open June 22. Recreation programs: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by McCabe to approve the re-opening plan. Carried voice vote. 2. Consider & take action on City Tree Removal by K&B Tree & Lawn Care: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the tree removal plan with K&B Tree in the amount of $18,881.50. Roll call vote unanimous. 3. Consider & Take action on City of Columbus $1,160,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2020B: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Resolution for the General Obligation Promissory Note in the amount of $1,160,000. Roll call vote unanimous. 4. Consider & take action to award the bid for the Hibbard Street Reconstruction project: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to award the bid for the Hibbard Street Reconstruction project to Forrest Landscaping & Construction Inc in the amount of $1,941,921.00. Roll call vote unanimous. 5. Consider & take action on Alcohol License renewals: Licensing period 07/01/20 - 06/30/21  Class A Beer o Landmark Services Cooperative d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store of Columbus: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve Class A Beer License for Landmark Services Cooperative d/b/a Cenex Convenience Store of Columbus. Carried voice vote.  Class A Liquor o The Painted Crate, LLC d/b/a The Painted Crate: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Reid to approve the Class A Liquor License for the Painted Crate, LLC d/b/a The Painted Crate. Carried voice vote.  Class A Beer & Liquor o Chester Bandits Store, Inc d/b/a Chester Bandits Store: Motion by Ryan, second by Gray to approve the Class A Beer/Liquor License for Chester Bandits Store, Inc d/b/a Chester Bandits Store. Carried voice vote. o Dolgencorp, LLC d/b/a Dollar General Store #10422: Motion by McCabe, second by Ryan to approve the Class A Beer/Liquor License for Dolgencorp, LLC d/b/a Dollar General Store #10422. Carried voice vote. o Kwik Trip, Inc d/b/a Kwik Trip #808: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to approve the Class A Beer/Liquor License for Kwik Trip, Inc d/b/a Kwik Trip #808. Carried voice vote. o Ultra Mart Foods, LLC d/b/a Pick N Save #6392: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Class A Beer/Liquor License for Ultra Mart Foods, d/b/a Pick N Save #6392. Carried voice vote. o Walgreen Co d/b/a Walgreens #10396: Motion by Reid, second by Ryan to approve the Class A Beer/Liquor License for Walgreen Co d/b/a Walgreens #10396. Carried voice vote.  Page 2 – Common Council – 06/16/20  Class B Beer o Columbus Transport Co, Inc d/b/a Kurth Brewery: Motion by McCabe, second by Ryan to approve the Class B Beer License to Columbus Transport Co d/b/a Kurth Brewery. Carried voice vote.  Class B Beer & Liquor o The Columbus Country Club d/b/a The Columbus Country Club: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Gray to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for the Columbus Country Club d/b/a The Columbus Country Club. Carried voice vote. o Columbus Family Restaurant LLC d/b/a Columbus Family Restaurant: Motion by Ryan, second by McCabe to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Columbus Family Restaurant LLC d/b/a Columbus Family Restaurant. Carried voice vote. o Columbus West Travel Center, LLC d/b/a Columbus West Travel Center: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Columbus West Travel Center, LLC d/b/a Columbus West Travel Center. Carried voice vote. o Capitol Columbus Restaurant, LLC d/b/a Fast Lanes Restaurant & Pub: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Capitol Columbus Restaurant, LLC d/b/a Fast Lanes Restaurant & Pub. Carried voice vote. o Dubs Brew, LLC d/b/a Cercis Brewing Company: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Reid to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Dubs Brew, LLC d/b/a Cercis Brewing Company. Carried voice vote. o Jamesco, Inc d/b/a The Cardinal Cage: Motion by McCabe, second by Ryan to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Jamesco, Inc d/b/a The Cardinal Cage. Carried voice vote. o Kestrel Golf Properties, LLC d/b/a Kestrel Ridge Golf Course: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Kestrel Golf Properties, LLC d/b/a Kestrel Ridge Golf Course. Carried voice vote. o MP's Town Tap, LLC d/b/a MP's Town Tap: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License to MP's Town Tap, LLC d/b/a MP's Town Tap. Carried voice vote. o Sue's Overtime Tap, LLC d/b/a Sue's Overtime Tap: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to deny Class B Beer/Liquor License to Sue's Overtime Tap, LLC d/b/a Sue's Overtime Tap due to delinquent personal property tax and delinquent and outstanding utilities. Roll call vote unanimous. A letter will be sent to the owner notifying of Council action. o Tequila's Bar & Grill, LLC d/b/a Tequila's Bar & Grill: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Gray to approve the Class B Beer/Liquor License for Tequila's Bar & Grill, LLC d/b/a Tequila's Bar & Grill. Carried voice vote. o Yum Yum Thai Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Yum Yum Thai Kitchen: Motion by Ryan, second by Pyfferoen to approve the Class B Beer & Class C Wine Licenses for Yum Yum Thai Kitchen, LLC d/b/a Yum Yum Thai Kitchen. Carried voice vote. 6. Consider & take action on Tobacco License Renewals: Licensing Period: 7/1/20- 6/30/21: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Gray to approve Tobacco License Renewals for the period 7/1/20 – 6/30/21. Carried voice vote.  Page 3 – Common Council – 06/16/20 7. Consider & take action on Operator Licenses: Licensing Period 7/1/20 – 6/30/21: Motion by Ryan, second by Gray to approve operator licenses for the period 7/1/20 – 6/30/22 to the following people: Ballweg, Diane M., Behan, Carlson, Gwendolyn R, Emma T., Derra, Lucas A., Dinger, Samantha A., Dorff, Kellen J., Elliott, Regina A., Emerson, Brianna E., Frank, Margaret M., Gehweiler, Thomas L., Grafton, Charles, Hemling, Ashtin M., Hurckman, Tayler E., Hutchens, Kanouse, Tami M, Michael R., Landphier, Sarah J, Lange, Jessica M., Langsdorf, Anna Marie, MacDonald, Tameika J., Mascote, Chelsey M., Niles, Amanda C., Olson, Jenny A., Ovalle, Amelia, Peller, Jeffrey R., Peterson, Skyler T., Pyfferoen, Paul A., Quamme, Michael G., Randall, Jonathon D., Schick, Robin L., Smith, Erin, Steinhorst, Earl E., Venden, Roger A., Volkmann, Emily O., Walker, Tyler J., Walker, Patricia A, Weidemann, Tory A., Zagorianakos, Jennie R. Carried voice vote with Pyfferoen abstaining. 8. Consider & take action on claims in the amount of $ 290,979.70: Motion by McCabe, second by Ryan to approve the claims in the amount of $290,979.70. Roll call vote unanimous. 9. Consider & take action on Mayor Appointments to Boards, Committees, Commissions: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Gray to approve Mayoral appointments of the following people: Jan Ulrich – reappointed to CHLPC, term expiring 2023 Beth Altschwager – reappointed to CHLPC, term expiring 2023 Martha Rule – reappointed to CAAC, term expiring 2023 Julie Berget – reappointed to CAAC, term expiring 2023 (rural school district) Carried voice vote. 10. Report of City Officers – City Administrator: Interviews for the Finance Director will take place Thursday, June 18, five applicants will be interviewed; UW Law School has offered a law school graduate to do pro bono work for the City; he will work under the supervision of City Attorney Johnson; this past Wednesday the City witnessed a flood event and thank you to the many people who came together to help those in need, and deal with the water. Mayor: Public Information Meeting for the Roadmap 2050 took place June 9 – attendance saw 20 people and several via Zoom. Good questions were asked. Documents for the Roadmap is on the website along with a survey, will set up a special council meeting to discuss the results of the survey; citizens appointments still have vacancies, please consult the website for openings; discussion regarding the Christopher Columbus statue will take place a special Council meeting – watch the website for details. Adjourn: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Ryan to adjourn at 7:47 pm. Carried voice vote. Submitted by: Pat Goebel, City Clerk  COLUMBUS COMMON COUNCIL – COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020 – 6:45 PM – COLUMBUS CITY HALL 1. Roll Call: The meeting was called to order at 7:54 by Council President Ryan. Present: Council President Ryan, Alders: Gray (via teleconference), McCabe, Ryfferoen, Reid, Thom; City Administrator Ellefson, City Clerk Goebel, various City staff present and via teleconference; candidates for Alder 3 Vacancy: William Penterman, Eric Lukasavitz, Peter Adams, JD Milburn. 2. Notice of Open Meeting: Noted as posted. 3. Approve Agenda: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by McCabe to approve agenda. Carried voice vote. 4. Citizen Comments: None. 5. Department Reports: placed on file: Police, DPW, Treasurer, Fire Dept. Reports for May 2020, Media Coordinator Report – April and May, 2020 6. Committee Minutes: placed on file: Cable Commission – 3/4/2020 5. Discussion with District 3 Aldermanic applicants: The applicants, William Penterman, Eric Lukasavitz, Peter Adams, JD Milburn introduced themselves and answered questions from the Council. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting for nominations. 7. Review & consider acceptance of donation to Police Dept from Countryside Ford: Approved acceptance of the donation; to be used for work with the community. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. 8. Review & consider Class A Liquor License application for Landmark Services Cooperative (Cenex Convenience Store): Landmark Services Cooperative has applied for a Class A Liquor license. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. 9. Review & consider Plan Commission recommendation for home occupation at 556 Waterloo Street: This item was referred the Committee of the Whole for clarification. The owners of the property will allow up to 5 guns on the location during the purchase transition; Council added additional stipulation that no signs advertise the home occupation. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. 10. Review & discuss Task Order #2020-07 from Ruekert & Mielke, Inc for GIS Services: Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. Cost is $1500. 11. Delegated Municipal Authority for Building Inspection: Approve General Engineering as municipal authority for building inspections. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. 12. Review & consider site plan for Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park: Additional information from the DNR about the grasses and flowers to be planted at the Butterfly Park. Forward to July 7 Regular meeting. 13. Convene to closed session per § 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Thom to convene to closed session at 9:24 pm. Roll call vote unanimous. 14. Reconvene to open session: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Thom to reconvene to open session at 10:01 pm. Carried voice vote. Adjourn: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Thom to adjourn at 10:02 pm. Carried voice vote. Submitted by: Pat Goebel, City Clerk  COLUMBUS COMMON COUNCIL – SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2020 – 6:00 PM COLUMBUS CITY HALL Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the City has adopted practices to reduce the number of people gathering at one time, and facilitate social distancing. Residents wishing to comment are encouraged to email The Mayor, their Alderperson(s) or the City Clerk prior to the meeting to keep in-person attendance at a safe number. Email correspondence to the City Clerk will be made part of the record. The use of masks that cover the nose and mouth is highly encouraged for all in attendance. Because of the social distancing requirement the seating configuration of the Council Chambers has limited seats available for the public during this meeting. If the seating capacity is not sufficient to handle all of those wishing to speak, there will be a designated area to line up just outside of the Council Chambers. Excess participants will be allowed into the Chambers to make comments, but if there are no vacant seats when they conclude their comments, they will need to leave the Chambers so the next citizen can have their opportunity to comment. This meeting, like our regular meetings, is broadcast live on Spectrum Channel 980, and will be available for online viewing. 1. Roll Call: The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Council President Ryan. Present: Gray, McCabe, Pyfferoen, Reid, Ryan, Thom; City Administrator Ellefson, City Attorney Johnson, City Clerk Goebel, interested citizens and the media. 2. Notice of Open Meeting: Noted as posted. 3. Approve Agenda: Motion by Pyfferoen, second by Reid to approve the agenda. Carried voice vote. 4. Discuss and Approve Procedure for Meeting: Those who wish to speak, and have signed up will be allowed 3 minutes to speak; those who wish to speak and have not signed up will be allowed 2 minutes to speak. City Attorney Johnson updated the Council on the history of the statue. The City acquired the statue in 2012; it was a gift from the Quincentennial Committee who had purchased the statue, and the land where it sits was donated by Dan Amato. The City accepted the statue in 2012 with no strings attached. In 2015 during the street project, it was determined the statue sits in the DOT's right-of-way. The DOT does not want the statue in their right-of-way, but has not asked the City to move it. In 2017, there was talk of possibly moving the statue to a new location, but it's heavy, large, and would be expensive to move. The City Council is not required to take any action on the petition, but there are a three choices: forward to Regular council meeting for action, table for further COW meetings and more information, or do nothing. 5. Public Comments Regarding the Abbi Adams Petition: Eleven people spoke for and against the status of the statue. Mayor Thom read the names of fifteen city residents who submitted comments via email. Public comment closed at 6:40 pm. 6. Further Discussion Regarding the Petition: Discussion and consensus to move forward to Regular meeting July 7. 7. Adjourn: Motion by Gray, second by Pyfferoen to adjourn at 7:05 pm. Carried voice vote. Submitted by: Pat Goebel, City Clerk  2020 AGENDA ITEM Council Meeting date: _____July 7th, 2020_______ ITEM: _____New Operator Licenses for licensing period 7/1/20 – 6/30/22__ DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: Recommend approval for new operator licenses: Bloemer, Mackenzie Brozek, Jeffrey Chaussee, Emily Koehler, Rachel McGee, Rebecca Neuman, Cassandra Wood, William C. LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: o Recommend approval for new operator license(s)  2020 AGENDA ITEM Committee of the Whole Meeting date: ______June 16, 2020_________________ Council Meeting date: ______July 7, 2020____ ___________ ITEM: _Review New Alcohol License Application – Landmark Services Cooperative (Cenex) – Class A Liquor______ DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: Landmark Services Cooperative (Cenex) has applied for Class A Liquor license at 501 Park Avenue. The application submitted is complete, as well as inspection of the premises, and all background checks. NOTE: The Class A Beer license was a renewal and approved at the Regular meeting June 16, 2020. The Class A Liquor license is a new license and is reviewed separately. LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: • Approve Class A Liquor license for Landmark Services Cooperative (Cenex).  Liquor License New / Renewal Application Review For the meeting of: June 16, 2020 COW Corporate/LLC Name: Landmark Services Cooperative Trade Name of Applicant: Cenex Convenience Store of Columbus License Type Requested: "Class A" Liquor Agent: Joshua R. Grubb All Officers, Directors, and Members/Managers: James P. Dell and Keith M. Arnold Address of Premises: 501 Park Street, Columbus, WI 53925 Last year's Licensed Premises Description: Cenex did not sell intoxicating liquor at this address during the current licensing period. They made application for a new license to do so in the licensing period of July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021. Current year's Licensed Premises Description: Stored: Liquor will be displayed only on dedicated liquor shelf on sales floor in direct sight of registers. Additional products will be placed in a closet located by backroom with employee access only. Sold: Liquor from dedicated shelf and scanned at registers. Was a complete application submitted to the City Clerk’s office? YES NO If no, missing item(s) include Is the license holder known to be in violation of any City Ordinances? YES NO If yes, the violations include Reviewing Office Violations or Claims? Notes Police Department None None Building Inspector None None Fire Chief None None Water & Light Utility None Current Treasurer’s Office None Current Liquor Distributors None None  2020 AGENDA ITEM Committee of the Whole Meeting date: _______________________ Council Meeting date: ____July 7, 2020_____________ ITEM: Consider and take action on recommendation of plan commission to approve a CUP for a home occupation at 556 Waterloo Street_____ DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: At the 5-21 meeting, the plan commission reviewed the application of Doug Lindeman for a home occupation permit at 556 Waterloo Street. The applicant operates Ammo Box LLC, which sells firearms and related accessories online. After careful consideration, the Plan Commission made that the following recommendation to council: 1. The applicant shall meet the requirements of 114-106 for a home based business 2. Firearms must be kept in a safe or other secure location at all times 3. A Security System must be maintained for the Premises 4. The applicant can hold no more than 5 firearms waiting for pick-up at any given time LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Consider and take action on recommendation of plan commission to approve a CUP for a home occupation at 556 Waterloo Street  CITY OF COLUMBUS 105 N. DICKASON BOULEVARD COLUMBUS, WISCONSIN 53925-1565 PHONE: 920.623.5900 FAX 920.623.5901 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com Plan Commission Staff Report Plan Commission Date: May 21, 2020 Agenda Item: 8a and 8b – Conditional Use Permit Applicant: Doug Lindeman (AKA Ammo Box LLC) Property Address: 556 Waterloo Street Parcel ID: 11211-991.2 Zoning: R2 – Medium Density Residential Future Land Use Map: Residential Summary Staff received a request from Doug Lindeman (AKA Ammo Box LLC) at 556 Waterloo Street for a home occupation. The home occupation is needed for the sale of firearms and ammunition. The sales will be online only and inventory typically will not be stored onsite. Home occupations are allowed as conditional uses provided they meet the 12 requirements of 114-106. Staff has included the requirements for 114-106 below. Under 114-106 Home occupations are allowed as conditional uses in all residential districts subject to the following: (1) Incidental use only. The home occupation shall be incidental to the principal use of the premises as a dwelling unit. (2) On-site sales limited. No article is sold or offered for sale on the premises except that produced by such occupation. (3) Equipment. No mechanical equipment is used other than that permissible for purely domestic purposes. (4) Traffic. No pedestrian or vehicle traffic is generated in addition to that typical for a residential neighborhood. (5) Area of use. Home occupations shall be entirely contained within the interior of a residence or located in garages or accessory structures on the site. No visible evidence of the business shall be apparent from the street or surrounding area. Family day care homes are allowed to have an outside play area which shall be fenced. A home occupation shall use no more than 20 percent of the total dwelling unit floor area. Those home occupations which require occasional meetings using more than 20 percent of the floor space may be permitted, providing such meetings do not occur more frequently than once per month. (6) Employees. The home occupation shall be conducted by family members residing on the premises with no assistance from other individuals or groups. (7) Parking. No parking in the public right-of-way shall occur as a result of this home occupation except for occasional meetings, recitals or demonstrations, and day care pick up/drop off. (8) Changes to exterior. The appearance of a dwelling as a residence shall not be altered in such a way as to change its residential character. Alterations of building material, size or color; lighting fixtures or intensity; parking area; or any other exterior change should not cause the structure to lose its residential character nor should it detract from the residential character of the neighborhood. (9) Nuisance controls. A home occupation shall not create excessive noise, dust or dirt, heat, smoke, odors, vibration and glare or bright lighting which would be over and above that normally created by a single-family dwelling. The production, dumping or storage of combustible or toxic  substances shall not be permitted on-site. Additionally, a home occupation shall not create interference or fluctuations of radio or television transmission. (10) Visitation. A home occupation may attract patrons, students or any business-related individuals only between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. A home occupation shall not generate more than six arrivals and six departures per day by vehicles except for family day care operations which shall not generate more than 12 arrivals and 12 departures per day by vehicles. These standards shall not be construed to prohibit occasional group gatherings, recitals or demonstrations. However, such gatherings shall not occur more frequently than once per month and must be held within the specified visitation hours. (11) Signage. Signage or other forms of advertising pertaining to the home occupation may be placed or painted onto the exterior of the residence or in the yard of a residence. These signs may not exceed two square feet in total area. (12) Garage or yard sales are not classified as home occupations and are regulated under subsection 114-98(4). Recommendation The applicant has indicated that they will meet the requirements under 114-106. Provided that the applicant continues to meet the requirements under 114-106 staff would recommend approval. Attachments • Application Form  CITY OF COLUMBUS 105 N DICKASON BLVD * COLUMBUS, WISCONSIN 53925-1565 920.623.5900 * FAX 920.623.5901 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com Celebrate! COLUMBUS APPLICATION: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Applications will not be processed unless all required information for the specific application type is submitted and applicable fees are paid by 12:00 p.m. on the application filing deadline date as identified inwill Applications thenot Plan beCommissions Development processed unless Review all required Calendar. information Nospecific for the partial application applications will be accepted and final acceptance will be determined by City Staff. Applicant information: Name: Douglas Lindemann Address: 556 Waterloo St. City: Columbus State: WI ZIP: 53925 Phone: (H) None (C) 608-556-9550 Fax: None Email: Ammoboxsunprairie@gmail.com Property Owner information (if different from Applicant): Name: Hayri & Lori Vurgun Address: 2615 Banyon Way City: Santa Maria State: CA ZIP: 93455 Phone: (H) (C) 805-714-3231 Fax: Email: lori.vurgun@gmail.com Contractor involved with project: Name: None Address: City: State: ZIP Phone: (C) Fax: Email: Page 2 of 4 Architect and/or engineer involved with project: Name: None Address: City: State: ZIP Phone: (C) Fax: Email: Please complete all items from the list below. (1) General submittal requirements. (a) Names and addresses of the applicant, owner of the site, architect, professional engineer, contractor and all opposite and abutting property owners of record. (b) Description of the subject site by lot, block and recorded subdivision or by metes and bounds; address of the subject site; type of structure; proposed operation or use of the structure or site; number of employees; and the current and proposed zoning districts. (c) Plat or survey prepared by a registered land surveyor showing all of the information required for a certificate of zoning compliance. (d) Signature of the current property owner or original signed letter of authorization. (2) Narrative. A narrative or cover letter shall include the following: (a) Owner and/or developer's name, phone number, and address. (b) Where applicable, the architect's or engineer's name, phone number, and address. (c) Description of all proposed buildings indicating proposed uses and building size. (d) Descriptions of the location, type, and size of all outside signs. (e) Calculations indicating the total site size, building floor area, number of parking spaces, amounts of impervious surfaces, and amount of non-impervious green space. (f) Anticipated taxable and nontaxable value of the project upon completion. (3) Disclosure statement. In addition to the basic narrative listed above, each of the following points must be addressed and numbered accordingly in a document submitted at the time of application. If, in the opinion of the applicant, the matter is not pertinent, that should be stated explicitly in writing and submitted as part of the disclosure statement. (a) Zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan purposes and intent. The proposed use and development will be in harmony with the general and specific purposes for which this chapter was enacted and for which the regulations of the zoning district in question were established and with the general purpose and intent of the city's comprehensive plan or element thereof. (b) Adverse impact. The proposed use and development will not have a substantial or undue adverse or detrimental effect upon or endanger adjacent property, the character of the area, or the public health, safety, morals, comfort, and general welfare and will not substantially diminish or impair property values within the community or neighborhood. (c) Interference with surrounding development. The proposed use and development will be constructed, arranged, and operated so as not to interfere with the use Page 3 of 4 and development of neighboring property according to the applicable zoning district regulations. (d) Adequate public facilities. The proposed use and development will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as streets, public utilities including public water supply system and sanitary sewer, police and fire protection, refuse disposal, public parks, libraries, schools, and other public facilities and utilities, or the applicant will provide adequately for such facilities. (e) Traffic management. That vehicular ingress and egress at the proposed site will be appropriately designed and will minimize undue negative traffic impacts. (f) Destruction of significant features. The plan commission may recommend and the common council may impose reasonable conditions on the proposed use and development to avoid or minimize the destruction, loss, or damage of any natural, scenic, or historic feature of significant importance, taking into account the surrounding uses, the existing use of the site, and public convenience. (g) Compliance with standards. The use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located, except as such regulations may, in each instance, be modified to a more restrictive requirement by the common council pursuant to the recommendations of the plan commission. (4) Site plan. A site plan shall include the following: (a) Name of project and date of plan preparation. (b) Scale of drawing and north arrow. (c) Property boundaries. (d) Where applicable, the 100-year floodplain and floodway delineations. (e) Where applicable, wetlands as delineated by the applicant's scientists and confirmed by a concurrence letter from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. (f) Existing and proposed easements on the subject property. (g) Adjoining public street rights-of-way, sidewalk locations, existing and proposed driveways and curb cuts, and parking and unloading areas. (h) Locations of existing and proposed building footprints with building setback lines shown. (i) Location of any existing or proposed signs. (j) Location and type of all outdoor lighting proposed to illuminate the site. (k) Existing land use and zoning of adjacent properties within 100 feet of the site, including: existing buildings, structures, and major features including but not limited to woodlands, wetlands, floodplains, steep slopes, and drainageways. (l) Location of any existing or proposed fire hydrants providing protection to the site. (5) Building plans. Building plans shall include the following: (a) Architectural elevation drawings, at a specified engineering scale depicting each side of new or remodeled buildings indicating materials and building dimensions. (b) One colored rendering of the front façade of the principal building showing the proposed color. (6) Grading and stormwater plans. Grading and stormwater plans shall include the following: (a) Spot elevations, including an onsite benchmark elevation. (b) Plan should clearly indicate proposed drainage patterns. (c) Existing and proposed topography shown at a contour interval of not less than two feet at national geodetic vertical datum. Page 4 of 4 (d) Location and dimension of stormwater retention or detention basins and/or stormwater conveyances including calculations of anticipated stormwater impacts for the site. (7) Lighting plans. Lighting plans must be provided and shall include: (a) A photometric plan of the entire site. (b) Catalog cuts for the selected fixtures. (c) Pole design and mounting height. (8) Landscaping plans. Landscaping plans must be provided and shall include: (a) Notation of drawing scale. (b) Drawing orientation (indicated by conventional north arrow). (c) Name of landscape design professional. (d) Location of all existing vegetation which is equal to or exceeds the following sizes: 1) Deciduous trees greater than three-inch caliper; 2) evergreen trees five feet high or greater; and 3) shrubs greater than 36 inches in height. (e) Common name, location, botanical name, quantity, and planting size of all proposed plant material; and the location of other pertinent landscape features. (f) The location, design, height, and building material of all proposed walls, planter boxes, fences, bicycle racks and other site appurtenances. (g) Proposed method of saving existing vegetation during construction. (h) Plant installation details. (i) Proposed layout of vehicular use areas including the location, dimensions of parking spaces, curb islands, interior plantings, pedestrian walkways, and maneuvering aisles. (j) Location of existing and proposed street lights and fire hydrants in public right-of- way. (k) Size and location of all existing and proposed public and private utility improvements within the public right-of-way. (l) Property lines, easements, and right-of-way frontage with dimensions shown. (m) Sight triangles at intersections and at alley or driveway curb cuts. (9) Traffic study. A traffic study including existing traffic volumes, anticipated trip generation, and existing and proposed level of service on adjacent arterial and collector streets. (10) Other data. (a) Copies of private mains, easements, deed restrictions, covenants and other recorded documentation relative to the property. (b) Depending on the type and scale of the project, the city plan commission and/or staff may require additional information to assist in the review of the project. ***************************************************************************** I certify that all the above statements and plans submitted with this application are true and accurate. I consent to the entry in or upon the premises described in this application by any authorized official of the City of Columbus for the purposes of inspection as may be required by law. 04/08/2020 Date Signature of Applicant Date Signature of Owner (if different from Applicant)  General submittal list Applicant: Doug Lindemann (Ammo Box of Sun Prairie, LLC.) 556 Waterloo St. Columbus, WI. 53925 Owner of Site: Hayri & Lori Vurgun 2615 Banyon Way, Santa Maria, CA. 93455 Architect: None Engineer: None Contractor: None Opposite & Abutting Property owners: Adam Soldner 548 Waterloo St. Columbus, WI. 53925 Brandon Blair 628 Waterloo St. Columbus, WI. 53925 Lynn Seidlinger 549 Waterloo St. Columbus, WI. 53925 Phillip Quamme 7664 Yahara Rd. Deforest, WI. 53532 Cynthia Haima Nesmith PO Box 5452 Mt Laurel, NJ. 08054  Narrrative a) Business owner Doug Lindemann 608-556-3550 556 Waterloo St. Columbus, WI. 53925 b) No architect involved c) Single family home, 2 bedroom. d) No signage will be used out side e) Concrete driveway, grass yard f) Anticipated taxable and nontaxable value of the project is $0.  Disclosure statement The business I am applying for the permit for is only going to be on line. All of the products that will be sold will drop ship from my vendors to the customer. The only items that will have customers visiting the premises is possibly an occasional firearm purchase for someone local, wherein they would stop by when it arrives and fill out the required state and federal background forms, or a firearm that needs some sort of repair. The whole business other than that situation will be done from my laptop computer. It’s really more of a spare time hobby type of business. I will still be working my full time regular job and will not necessarily have posted hours of business, more of a “by appointment” situation. Any firearms that are received for the occasional local customer will be stored properly until said customer passes their background just like they were when this was a full on brick and mortar retail store. I do not see sections 3) through 10) on the application as pertinent to my situation, with no construction or building going on or any major traffic or parking needs.  2020 AGENDA ITEM Committee of the Whole Meeting date: ____June 16___________________ Council Meeting date: ____ _____________ ITEM: Review and discuss Task Order #2020-07 from Ruekert & Mielke, Inc for GIS Services_____ DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: This task order will allow Ruekert & Mielke to provide a tool for to create the existing and future land use map for the comprehensive plan. The tool will allow staff to create and update the existing and future land use map. The funds to for the Task Order will come from line item 100-578000-212 Engineering GIS Services Provided. The 2020 budget allocated $10,400 for this line item. The previous 3 budget years the city spent approximately $6,000 per year. The increased budget for this year was in part for the mapping needs for the Comprehensive Plan. To date $4,400 has been spent from line item 100-578000-212, leaving $6,000 budgeted for the remainder of the year. Staff is requesting that the Task Order be moved forward to Council for approval. LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: Task Order #2020-07, Budget as of 6-11-2020 ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Staff is requesting that the Task Order is moved forward to Council for approval.  TASK ORDER 2020-07 2020 City of Columbus AssetAlly Land Use Tools and Layers This is Task Order No. 2020-07, consisting of 3 pages. Task Order In accordance with Paragraph 1.1 of the Master Professional Service Agreement between the City of Columbus (City) and Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. (R/M) for Professional Services – Task Order Edition, dated March 19, 2019 ("Agreement"), City and R/M agree as follow 1. Specific Project Details The purpose of this project is to create and implement two new land use tools and two new land use layers for the City of Columbus’ AssetAlly site. Land use layers and tools will be for existing and proposed land use. The existing land use layer and tool will show existing land use with editing capabilities, and the proposed land use layer and tool will show proposed land use with editing capabilities. The intent of this tool is to provide users the capability to edit existing and proposed land use for the City of Columbus. Land use classifications for both existing and proposed layers will include: • Single Family Residential • Multi-family Residential • Mobile Home • Industrial • Downtown Mixed-Use District • Neighborhood Commercial District • Highway Commercial District • Recreational • Institutional • Rural Preservation The City of Columbus will benefit from these tools by providing users the capability of creating, editing, and maintaining their existing and proposed land use layers. 2. Scope of Services for R/M A. Project Management 1. Internal and external correspondence B. Existing/Proposed Land Use Editing Tools/Layers 1. Create Existing and Proposed Land Use Layers 2. Develop Existing and Proposed Land Use Tools 3. Implement Tools into AssetAlly Page 1 of 3 Pages (Attachment 1 - Task Order Form) 3/14/17 Ruekert & Mielke. Inc. ~Columbus City 8117-00000 Miscellaneous Project Files > 220 Misc. Engineering > Task Orders > Task Order 2020-07 Land Use Tool > Task Order 2020-07 - Land Use Tools and Layers.doc~  TASK ORDER 2020-07 2020 City of Columbus AssetAlly Land Use Tools and Layers C. User Training 1. Coordination of Training 2. 1-Hour Remote Training Session with City Staff 3. City's Responsibilities The City shall have those responsibilities as set forth in Section II of the Agreement, subject to the following: A. Land Use Tools Training 1. Post product delivery meeting - 1-hour remote training session to go over tool functionality 4. Items Excluded The following items are excluded from the Scope of Services. 1. Adding data to new land use layers 2. Any additional fields, symbology, or changes to the layers and tools proposed functionality 3. Future maintenance work for existing/proposed land use tools and layers 4. Additional meetings or correspondence needed beyond the proposed scope 5. Times for Rendering Services Schedules are subject to change due to activities beyond the control of R/M. In general, the tentative schedule is as follows: New existing/proposed land use layers and tools in AssetAlly — Within 10 days from authorization date. Training is to be conducted remotely within two weeks of tools and layers implementation. 6. Payments to R/M A. City shall pay R/M for services rendered as a lump sum of $1,500. Estimate of Category of Services Compensation Method Compensation for Services Project Management Lump Sum Existing/Proposed Land Use Editing Lump Sum Tools/Layers User Training Lump Sum TOTAL = $1,500 Page 2 of 3 Pages (Attachment 1 - Task Order Form) 3/14/17 Ruekert & Mielke. Inc. ~Columbus City 8117-00000 Miscellaneous Project Files > 220 Misc. Engineering > Task Orders > Task Order 2020-07 Land Use Tool > Task Order 2020-07 - Land Use Tools and Layers.doc~  TASK ORDER 2020-07 2020 City of Columbus AssetAlly Land Use Tools and Layers Terms and Conditions: Execution of this Task Order by City and R/M shall make it subject to the terms and conditions of the agreement (as modified above), which Agreement is incorporated by this reference. R/M is authorized to begin performance upon its receipt of a copy of this Task Order signed by City. The Effective Date of this Task Order is June 16, 2020. City of Columbus: Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.: By: By: Name: Name: Jason P. Lietha. P.E. Title: Title: Vice President/Office Manager DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE FOR TASK ORDER: Name: Name: Jacob I. Tully Title: Title: GIS Client Consultant Address: Address: W233 N2080 Ridgeview Pkwy. Suite 300 Waukesha, WI 53188-1020 E-Mail E-Mail Address: Address: jtully@ruekert-mielke.com Phone: Phone: 262.953.4110 Page 3 of 3 Pages (Attachment 1 - Task Order Form) 3/14/17 Ruekert & Mielke. Inc. ~Columbus City 8117-00000 Miscellaneous Project Files > 220 Misc. Engineering > Task Orders > Task Order 2020-07 Land Use Tool > Task Order 2020-07 - Land Use Tools and Layers.doc~  2020 AGENDA ITEM Committee of the Whole Meeting date: _ _June 16 _________ ______ Council Meeting date: ______ _____________________________ ITEM: _ Review and Consider Delegated Municipal Authority for Building Inspections DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: Ordnance 752-19 adopted in December of 2019 updated building codes. One of the reasons for the update is to be designated a Delegated Municipal Authority. The delegation will allow our building inspector to review commercial building permits under 50,000 cubic feet. Currently our inspector can review anything under 25,000 cubic feet. This will allow GEC to complete more inspections for commercial properties and they are typically less expensive and provide a quicker review time than the state review process. LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: Delegated Municipal Authority Application with supporting information from GEC ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Move the Delegated Municipal Authority application ahead to Council for approval. General Engineering Company 608-742-2169 (Office) P.O. Box 340 608-742-2592 (Fax) 916 Silver Lake Drive gec@generalengineering.net Portage, WI 53901 www.generalengineering.net June 6, 2020 City of Columbus Attn: Pat Goebel 105 N. Dickenson Blvd. Columbus, WI 53925 Re: Delegated Status Dear Pat: As you may be aware, the Wisconsin Administrative Code for building inspections changes from time to time and some of the changes prompt an update to your local ordinances. In addition to any ordinance updates, the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is now requesting that municipalities inform the Department of their inspection status for providing commercial construction inspection services; otherwise referred to as “Delegated Status”. Late last year, we sent our contracted municipalities an informational packet concerning the new commercial electrical requirement changes. The City of Columbus has successfully finished that part of the delegation process. However, the State is asking municipalities who provide commercial inspections for construction to now follow through on that aspect of becoming delegated. This will require an application process and ordinance update. There is no fee and no renewal for this delegation. Once approved by the State, your City will be added to a list available on the DSPS website indicating who to contact for inspections. It is possible that your ordinance may lack some of the necessary elements needed to perform commercial building inspections by a certified building inspector for your municipality. To help you with this ordinance portion of the delegation process, I have included a brief ordinance that you may wish to submit with your application with the intent of later updating your local ordinance if needed. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause. But, different administrations within the State have been pushing forward on certain projects and this appears to be one of them. The process is a good exercise since it prompts each community to review their ordinances to stay in step with the ever-changing WI Administrative Code. This commercial inspection delegation process needs be completed for the inspection department to continue fulfilling that service for the City of Columbus. Therefore, you swift attention on the last part of this delegation process would be appreciated. If you have questions you can contact me directly and I will help you with the application process. Please review the application for approval at your next meeting. Respectfully, GENERAL ENGINEERING COMPANY Mark Jankowski Director of Inspection Services (608) 697-7777 mjankowski@generalengineering.net MEJ/bkf Enclosures Portage • Black River Falls • La Crosse Consulting Engineering • Structural Engineering • Environmental Services • Building Inspection • Cross Connection Control Grants & Funding Services • Land Surveying • Zoning Administration • Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing Services • GIS Services  State Submittal Instructions FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTION DELEGATION: 1) Sign and submit the Application for Delegated Municipality Authority. You must include your compliant ordinance, or the proposed ordinance template that you will be adopting. FOR COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTION DELEGATION: 2) If you have not previously done so: Complete and submit the Application for Inspection Agency Registration, along with the required fees. You can submit with your application, the included Electrical Inspectors Letter which provides the names of the inspectors. In addition, you must include your compliant ordinance or the proposed ordinance template that you will be adopting. Send to: Michael D. McNally Jr | Section Chief Department of Safety and Professional Services 141 NW Barstow St. Waukesha, WI 53188 michaeld.mcnally@wisconsin.gov Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Division of Industry Services 4822 Madison Yards Way Phone: 608-266-2112 PO Box 7302 Web: http://dsps.wi.gov Madison WI 53707-7302 Email: dsps@wisconsin.gov 5/18/2018 Application for Delegated Municipality Authority Complete this application to request agent municipality delegation authority from the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services, Division of Industry Services based on the request described below. See the attached list of delegated municipality general obligations. Complete a separate application for each delegation request. Select All Delegation you are Requesting: Commercial Building Plumbing 1. (Base Delegation) As a municipality (city, 1. Plan review and inspection of all plumbing projects village, town or county) per s. SPS in accordance with SPS 382.20 and Table 382.20-2. 361.60(5)(c) to do plan review and inspections of small commercial buildings. Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment 2. As a municipality (city, village, town or county) System (POWTS) per s. SPS 361.60(5)(c) to do plan review of 1. Plan review for POWTS that will completely utilize small commercial building projects and approved component manuals and products (check all that authorization per s. 101.12(3)(g), Wis Stats., apply): to do inspections of all size buildings in lieu Commercial Residential of the department. At Grade for DWF up to: gpd Non-Pressurized In-ground for DWF up to: gpd 3. Per s. 101.12(3)(g), Wis Stats., to do Pressurized In-ground for DWF up to: gpd inspections only of all size buildings within Mound for DWF up to: gpd the municipality in lieu of the department. Drip-line for DWF up to: gpd 4. As a second class city per s. SPS 2. Plan review for POWTS holding tanks based on > 361.60(5)(b) to do plan review and 3,000 gpd estimated flow utilizing approved inspections for all the types of buildings and component manuals and products structures. Elevator 5. As an appointed agent per s. 101.12(3)(g) 1. SPS 318.1012 Conveyance plan review and Wis Stats. whereby a municipality (city, inspections as delegated municipality. Periodic village, town or county) may request desired inspections require Regulated Object ID information. administrative responsibilities (e.g., fire sprinkler & fire alarm plan review only, or other expanded plan review beyond the limits Boiler outlined in options #1 & #2). 1. Inspections per SPS 341.10 and 341.16. Periodic If appointed agent status is requested, fill inspections require Regulated Object ID information. in the desired enforcement responsibilities: _____________________________________ Other 1. Fire Suppression/Fire Alarm Systems 1. Fire sprinkler and fire alarm plan review delegation for all types of buildings and structures. 2. Fire sprinkler and fire alarm inspection delegation for all types of buildings and structures. Primary Enforcement Contact: Your primary certified inspector/reviewer for such enforcement is Steve Gothard Credential # 70748 Phone:608-617-0758 Email: sgothard@generalengineering.net Address (if different than municipality address below) Additional Enforcement Staff: Please complete for all other certified staff that will be involved. Hours of Review or Inspection Name Credential# in the past 5 years Mark Jankowski 71861 2,000 Joe Monfre 1439843 5,000+ Large Building Plan Review Delegation: For delegation type 4, and type 5 if desiring plan review authority for all buildings, indicate who is your Wisconsin-registered architect or engineer with the commercial building inspector credential that will oversee commercial building enforcement. Architect or Engineer Reg.# Required Submittals with this Application: • Attach your proposed or current ordinance showing: 1) adoption of the Wisconsin State Code applicable chapters, 2) authorization of municipal code official to enforce, 3) duty of owners to submit for permits, 4) fee schedule or reference to fees to be set by resolution 5) appeals process and 6) fines and penalties. Contact us for a model ordinance if desired. • Additional information may be requested to complete delegation application review. Note: Fees per s. SPS 302 are required to be remitted to our agency for projects depending upon delegation authorized. I understand the applicable responsibilities and expectations for the type of delegation we are requesting and that they are municipal responsibilities, regardless of how we provide staffing for our enforcement program. I also understand that I will notify the DSPS of changes in enforcement staff and will adhere to reporting requirements of the specified program. Further, I understand the Department of Safety and Professional Services authority to audit and revoke delegation for failure to perform required duties. ____________________________________________________ ______________________ _________ Signature of Authorized Municipal Official Title Date Name (printed) Municipality Address City, Zip Code Return to: Division of Industry Services Division Administrator PO Box 7302 Madison, WI 53707-7302  2020 AGENDA ITEM Committee of the Whole Meeting date: __6-16-2020________________ Council Meeting date: __________ ___________ ITEM: ___Review and consider site plan for Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER: Enclosed with your council packet is a conceptual site plan for Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park. Of note from the previous meeting, the oddfellows have indicated they intend to add a Canoe/Kayak launch as shown on the conceptual plan. Staff contacted Eric Lobner from DNR and his recommended options were Switchgrass, Indian Grass and Big Blue Stem. Typically, DNR recommends a blend of these prairie grasses along with a few other items. I have included my email from Eric for council to review his suggestions. LIST ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED: Conceptual Site Plan, E- mail regarding prairie grasses. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Update on site plan for Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park  Butterfly Trails Volunteer Park Site Plan The site plan was sketched using GIS and generally reflects the conceptual plan submitted by the oddfellows The proposed site plan includes: 6’ – 8’ strip of prairie grass adjacent to the shoreline/treeline area; 10’ – 12’ trail; 50’ buffer strip of prairie grass; gravel parking area south of the driveway; approximately 110’ by 400’ (which is approximately 1 acre) for the butterfly garden.; the remainder of the site would be grass. One recent development is the location of the Canoe/Kayak Launch which can be seen on the site plan below. The location of park signage and the bike racks would be located near the driveway enterance from River Road. Other amenities that have been identified for the park include: Nest Boxes for ducks and other wildlife, deisgnated fishing area. Version 6/16/2020 From: Lobner, Eric C - DNR To: Matthew Schreiber Subject: RE: Butterfly Garden Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2020 12:46:42 PM Matthew – My apologies for not getting back to you earlier. I had you on my list and meant to give you a ring. As other grass options, I’d recommend also considering Indian Grass and Big Blue Stem to supplement or potentially even replace switchgrass. As part of our standard native prairie plantings, we typically include all three of these grasses as well as some black eyed Susan, Red Milkweed, ironweed and yellow coneflower since the grasses take a couple of years to fully develop and the flowers have a tendency to shoot up quickly providing some cover for wildlife and give the public something to look at as well. These species generally do well in mesic to wet-mesic soils which is what I suspect exist in that area. If you need assistance sourcing some of these species let me know as I may be able to give you a hand. Take care and talk to you soon! We are committed to service excellence. Visit our survey at http://dnr.wi.gov/customersurvey to evaluate how I did. Eric Lobner Phone: 608.235.0860 Eric.lobner@wi.gov From: Matthew Schreiber <mschreiber@columbuswi.us> Sent: Tuesday, June 02, 2020 12:36 PM To: Lobner, Eric C - DNR <Eric.Lobner@wisconsin.gov> Subject: Butterfly Garden Eric, Winfield Macdonald gave me your name regarding a project here in Columbus. He mentioned that you recommended different types of grass to act as buffer between the Crawfish and the Butterfly Garden. I was wondering if you could share what grasses that DNR recommends. I know switch grass is one of them but our council would like to know the other options. Thank you! Matthew Schreiber, AICP Director of Planning and Development City of Columbus 105 Dickason Blvd Columbus, WI 53925 E-Mail: mschreiber@columbuswi.us Phone: (920) 623-5900