Committee of the Whole
Regular MeetingManitowoc, WI · February 20, 2023
Minutes
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City of Manitowoc Manitowoc, WI 54220
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Meeting Minutes
Committee of the Whole
Monday, February 20, 2023 5:15 PM Council Chambers
Note: This meeting will also be held via remote conferencing
software (Zoom)
1. Call to Order
Council President Czekala called the Committee of the Whole meeting to
order at 5:15 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Present: 11 - Sitkiewitz, Nickels, Czekala, Brey, Schlei, Vanderkin, Beeman, Cummings, Boldt,
Reckelberg and Kaderabek
3. Public Comment
Council President Czekala declared the meeting open for public input. In
accordance with policy, the public input portion of the meeting is not made
a part of the official record.
4. Discussion and Action Items
23-0158 Resolution to Censure Alder Steven Czekala for Inappropriate Conduct
Moved by Kaderabek, seconded by Vanderkin, that this Resolution be amended
to include removing Alder Czekala from Personnel Committee until the end of
Alder Czekala's term. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Sitkiewitz, Brey, Schlei, Vanderkin, Beeman, Cummings, Boldt, Reckelberg and
Kaderabek
Abstain: 2- Nickels and Czekala
Moved by Reckelberg, seconded by Brey, that this Resolution be adopted as
amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Brey, Schlei, Vanderkin, Beeman, Cummings, Boldt, Reckelberg and Kaderabek
Nay: 1- Sitkiewitz
Abstain: 2- Nickels and Czekala
5. Adjournment
Moved by Brey, seconded by Sitkiewitz, that this be adjourned at 5:53 p.m. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 11 - Sitkiewitz, Nickels, Czekala, Brey, Schlei, Vanderkin, Beeman, Cummings, Boldt,
Reckelberg and Kaderabek
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Agenda
900 Quay Street
City of Manitowoc Manitowoc, WI 54220
www.manitowoc.org
Meeting Agenda
Committee of the Whole
Monday, February 20, 2023 5:15 PM Council Chambers
Note: This meeting will also be held via remote
conferencing software (Zoom)
Pursuant to Section 19.84(2) and (3) of the Wisconsin Statutes, notice is hereby
given to the public, to the Herald-Times-Reporter, the official newspaper of
Manitowoc, and to those news media who have filed a written request for this notice
that a meeting of the above-referenced will be held at the date, time and location
listed above.
This meeting is being conducted both in Council Chambers at City Hall and via Zoom
to maximize opportunities for residents to attend. Those attending the meeting via
Zoom who wish to give public input are asked to keep their microphone muted until
public input is opened to improve audio quality for all attendees. Those using their
phone to call in may hit *6 to mute and unmute themselves. Members of the public
may call to listen in at 888 475 4499 US Toll-free, Meeting ID: 834 8910 4791
Password: 305253.
Public input will be accepted at the meeting. Those wishing to make public comment
in advance of the meeting should email mreed@manitowoc.org or call 920-686-6951
with their comment no later than 12:00 p.m. central the day of the meeting. Emailed
public input will be attached to the agenda and made part of the public record.
The above governmental body will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the
agenda items set forth below.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Comment
4. Discussion and Action Items
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Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda February 20, 2023
23-0158 Resolution to Censure Alder Steven Czekala for Inappropriate Conduct
Attachments: Res Censuring Alderperson Steven Czekala for Inappropriate Conduct
Council Code of Conduct
Marge Kraynek Letter to Council 2-9-23 - Czekala Complaint (002)
MPF IAF Local 368 Letter
Fwd_ External_ Your Behavior, Steve._Redacted
5. Adjournment
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City
of Manitowoc will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. If you need assistance or reasonable
accommodations in participating in this meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the
ADA, please call the City Clerk's office at 920-686-6950 or the City’s ADA Coordinator at (920)
686-6990 or e-mail cityattorney@manitowoc.org at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting or
event to request an accommodation. For additional assistance, individuals with hearing or speech
disabilities can call 711 and be connected to a telephone relay system.
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