Public Safety & Welfare Committee
Regular MeetingVerona, WI · March 9, 2020
Minutes
CITY OF VERONA
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
MARCH 9, 2020
VERONA CITY HALL
MINUTES
1. Call to order: Heather Reekie called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Heather Reekie, Katie Kohl and Evan Touchett were present. Also present: Police
Chief Bernie Coughlin, Sergeant Jesse Christensen, and City Clerk Ellen Clark.
3. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to approve the minutes
from the January 27, 2020 Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting.
Motion carried 3-0.
4. Public Comment: There was no public comment.
5. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Change of Agent request from Kwik Trip, Inc. for
Kwik Trip #456, 2145 CTH PB, Verona, WI 53593
Kwik Trip, Inc. has requested a change of agent for their Combination Class “A” and “Class
A” Liquor License at Kwik Trip #456 from Alexander Abel to Jim M. Thomson.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Kohl, to recommend to the Common Council to approve a Change of
Agent request for Kwik Trip #456, 2145 CTH PB, Verona, WI 53593. Motion carried 3-0.
6. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Special Event Permit application from Stacey Burkart,
Verona Area Public Library Director, for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Run
on Saturday, May 2, 2020.
This fundraising event for the Verona Public Library will run from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. The route
begins and ends at the library. Participants will cross E. Verona Avenue at Franklin Street
and Lincoln Street. An officer will be staffed at the Franklin Street crossing location.
Sidewalk chalk will be used for pavement markings.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to approve a Special Event Permit for the Word on the
Street 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Run on Saturday, May 2, 2020. Motion carried 3-0.
7. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Special Event Permit application from Lauren Birkel,
Glacier Edge Elementary PTO, for the Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 6, 2020.
This is a fundraiser for the Glacier Edge Elementary School. The event will run from 5 p.m. –
7 p.m. The one-mile route begins and ends at the Glacier Edge playground. There will be
color stations along the course at Tower Park and Tollefson Park. The run will take place on
the sidewalks. Approval of this event will be contingent upon approval by the Parks,
Recreation & Forestry Commission.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to approve a Special Event Permit for the Glacier
Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, contingent upon approval by the Parks,
Recreation & Forestry Commission. Motion carried 3-0.
8. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 20-959 amending Section 7-1-8 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Verona related to animals on public property.
Coughlin explained the importance of changing the ordinance to make an exception for the
Police and Fire K9s and service dogs to allow them in the parks.
Motion made by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the Common Council to
approve Ordinance No. 20-959 amending Section 7-1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Verona related to animals on public property. Motion carried 3-0.
9. Discussion Re: Update on SBR Endurance Performance Winter Wonderland Triathlon.
An update on the SBR Endurance Performance Winter Wonderland Triathlon was provided
to the Committee.
5. Adjournment: Motion by Kohl, seconded by Touchett, to adjourn at 6:40 p.m.
Motion carried 3-0.
Ellen Clark, City Clerk
Agenda
City Of Verona
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2020 AT 6:15 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
VERONA CITY CENTER
111 LINCOLN STREET, VERONA, WI 53593
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes from the January 27, 2020 Public Safety and Welfare Committee
meeting
4. Public Comment
5. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Change of Agent request from Kwik Trip, Inc. for
Kwik Trip #456, 2145 CTH PB, Verona, WI 53593
6. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Special Event Permit application from Stacey
Burkart, Verona Area Public Library Director, for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk
and Kids’ Run on Saturday, May 2, 2020
7. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A Special Event Permit application from Lauren
Birkel, Glacier Edge Elementary School PTO, for the Color Run 2020 on Wednesday,
May 6, 2020
8. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 20-959 amending Section 7-1-8 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Verona related to animals on public property
9. Discussion Re: Update on SBR Endurance Performance Winter Wonderland Triathlon
10. Adjournment
Heather Reekie, Chairperson
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`CITY OF VERONA
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
JANUARY 27, 2020
VERONA CITY HALL
MINUTES
1. Call to order: Heather Reekie called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Heather Reekie, Katie Kohl and Evan Touchett were present. Also present: Police
Chief Bernie Coughlin, and City Clerk Ellen Clark.
3. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Touchett, seconded by Kohl, to approve the minutes from
the January 13, 2020 Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting. Motion carried 3-0.
4. Public Comment: There was no public comment.
Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 20-955 amending Section 27 of Chapter 1
of Title 10, Motor Vehicles and Traffic for the Code of Ordinances of the City of Verona.
Coughlin explained the proposed parking restrictions along Westridge Parkway just north of
W. Verona Avenue are due to the transportation improvements currently under
construction for the new high school campus. The restricted areas identified in this
ordinance are to protect the future bike lane and travel lane assignments, which will be
epoxy painted pavement markings on Westridge Parkway at the intersection of W. Verona
Avenue.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the Common Council to
approve Ordinance No. 20-955 amending Section 27 of Chapter 1 of Title 10, Motor Vehicles
and Traffic for the Code of Ordinances of the City of Verona. Motion carried 3-0.
5. Adjournment: Motion by Kohl, seconded by Touchett, to adjourn at 6:32 p.m. Motion
carried 3-0.
Ellen Clark, City Clerk
PUBLIC SAFETY & WELFARE COMMITTEE - 2020-03-09
5. A Change of Agent request from Kwik Trip, Inc. for Kwik Trip #456, 2145 CTH PB, Verona,
WI 53593.
Kwik Trip, Inc. has requested a change of agent for their Combination Class “A” and “Class
A” Liquor License at Kwik Trip #456 from Alexander Abel to Jim M. Thomson.
Motion: To recommend to the Common Council to approve a Change of Agent request for
Kwik Trip #456, 2145 CTH PB, Verona, WI 53593
6. A Special Event Permit application from Stacey Burkart, Verona Area Public Library
Director, for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Run on Saturday,
May 2, 2020.
This is the fourth year for this event. This fundraising event for the Verona Public Library will
run from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. The route begins and ends at the library. Participants will cross E.
Verona Avenue at Franklin Street and Lincoln Street. An officer will be staffed at the
Franklin Street crossing location. Sidewalk chalk will be used for pavement markings.
Motion: To approve a Special Event Permit for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk and
Kids’ Run on Saturday, May 2, 2020.
7. A Special Event Permit application from Lauren Birkel, Glacier Edge Elementary PTO, for
the Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 6, 2020.
This is the fourth year for this event, which is a fundraiser for the Glacier Edge Elementary
School. The event will run from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. The one-mile route begins and ends at the
Glacier Edge playground. There will be color stations along the course at Tower Park and
Tollefson Park. The run will take place on the sidewalks. Approval of this event will be
contingent upon approval by the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission.
Motion: To approve a Special Event Permit for the Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday,
May 1, 2019, contingent upon approval by the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission.
8. Ordinance No. 20-959 amending Section 7-1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Verona related to animals on public property.
The proposed Ordinance amendment allows service dogs, rescue dogs, and Police and Fire
K9’s to be located on public grounds and cemeteries. The proposed change reflects current
practice of what animals the City allows on public property. Staff recommends the Common
Council approve the Ordinance amendment relating to animals on public property.
Motion: To recommend to the Common Council to approve Ordinance No. 20-959 amending
Section 7-1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Verona related to animals on public
property.
Auxiliary Questionnaire
Alcohol Beverage License Application
Submit to municipal clerk.
lndiilldual's Full Name (please print) (last name) (first name) (middle name)
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Thomson Jim Martin
Home Address (street/route) Post Office City State
9514 Union Valley Road Black Earth WI
Home Phone Number Age Date of Birth Place of Birth
608-886-3226 44 7/15/1975 Tomah, WI '
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Driver's License Number
The above named individual provides the following information as a person who is (check one):
D Applying for an alcohol beverage license as an individual.
0 A member of a partnership which is making application for an alcohol beverage license.
� Agent of Kwik Trip, Inc.
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which is making application for an alcohol beverage license.
The above named individual provides the following information to the licensing authority:
➔1. (a) How long have you continuously resided in Wisconsin prior to this date? 44 years and 7 months
(b) Have you resided in the City of Milwaukee continuously for one year immediately prior to this date?...•..... � -, Yes [ll No
➔ 2. (a) Have you ever been convicted of any offenses (other than traffic unrelated to alcohol beverages)
for violation of any federal laws, any Wiscons,in laws, or laws of any other states?. . . . .. . .... . . . . . .. . .., c_· Yes Ill No
(b) Have you ever been convicted of any violations of any county or municipal ordinances? . . . . .. . ..... ..... C Yes [;zJ No
If yes, give law or ordinance violated, trial court, trial date and penalty imposed, and/or date, description
and status of charges pending. (If more room is needed, continue on reverse side of this form.)
➔ 3.Are charges for any offenses presently pending against you (other than traffic unrelated to alcohol beverages)
for violation of any federal laws, any Wisconsin laws, any laws of other states or ordinances of any county or
municipality? , .................................. , ............... , ....................... .... 0 Yes [;zJ No
If yes, describe status of charges pending.
4. Do you hold, are you making application for or are you an officer, director or agent of a corporation/nonprofit
organization or member/manager/agent of a limited liability company holding or applying for any other alcohol
beverage license or permit?........... , ..... , ............... , . . . .. . . .. . . .... . . . ..... .. . ...... .. [ -l Yes Ill No
If yes, identify.
(Notn9. Lo:;m,0,1 and Type of Ucensf1/Pcrmit)
5.Do you hold and/or are you an officer, director, stockholder, agent or employee of any person or corporation or
member/manager/agent of a limited liability company holding or applying for a wholesale beer permit,
brewery/winery permit or wholesale liquor, manufacturer or rectifier permit in the State of Wisconsin?........... D Yes � No
(If yes, identify.)
(Namr, of Wholesale l.fcensee or Permillee) (Address by City and County)
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING: I, The undersigned, shall not willfully refuse to provide those services offered under this license,
or refuse to employ or discharge any person otherwise qualified because·of race, color, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry; I shall not
seek information as a condition of employment, or penalize any employee or discriminate in the selection of personnel for training or
pro- motion solely on the basis of such information. I alsd shall not discriminate against any member of the military service dressed in
uniform by willfully refusing services offered under this license.
Under penalty provided by law, the undersigned states that each of the above questions has been truthfully answered to the best of the
knowledge of the signer. The signer agrees that he/she is the person named on the foregoing application; that the applicant has read
and made a complete answer to each question, and that the answers in each instance are true and correct. The undersigned further
understands that any license issued contrary to Chapter 125 of the Wisconsin Statutes shall be void, and under penalty of state law, the
applicant may be prosecuted for submitting false statements and affidavits in connection with this application. Any person who knowingly
provides materially false information on this application may be required to forfeit not mo an $1,000.
( 'IM lure of Namsd lnd1V1dual/
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Ji . Thomson Wisconsin Department of Revenue
Date:-------
CITY OF VERONA CR#:_______
Account #: 100-44910
APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT/NEIGHBORHOOD EVENT PERMIT
For Parades, Runs, Walks, Bicycle Events, Triathlons, Festivals, Neighborhood Events, etc.
*All required application materials must be submitted at least 45 days prior to the event. Failure to meet this requirement may
result in the denial of the application pursuant to Section 7-7-1/h) of the City of Verona Code of Ordinances*
Application Fee:
$150.00 + any additional fees
Non-Profit Organization: $50.00 + any additional fees
REQUIRED INFORMATION
Please include the following information/materials regarding the event with your application:
:J A copy of the applicant's Driver's License
::J R oute map and description and/or map of event layout
J Certificate of Insurance - at least 30 days prior to event
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name: Lauren R. Birkel Phone: 608-692-9893
First M.I. Last
Address: 6426 Demarco Trail
Driver License#: Email: DOB: 01-23-1982
lbirkel@orangeshoe.com
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AGENCY/ORGANIZATION INFORMATIO
Glacier Edge Elementary School -
PTO 608-497-2100
Phone:-------------
Name:
(
A ddress:800 Kimball Lane Attn: PTO), Verona, WI 53593
If this is a non-profit organization, please provide your EIN number for verification: � 1 - OC\ \o I '17 Cf
EVENT INFORMATION
Name of Event: Color Run 2020 Type of event Fundraiser Run/Walk
Event date(s): May 6, 2020 Event time(s):_S_p_m _-?_p_m
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Set up Start Time:_3-'--p_m__________ _ Tear Down End Time: 7pm ---------
(Application Continues on Reverse)
Last updated
Date:_ _ ___
Initials: ______
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