Public Safety & Welfare Committee
Regular MeetingVerona, WI · April 12, 2021
Minutes
CITY OF VERONA
MINUTES
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
April 12, 2021
Verona City Hall
1. Call to order: Heather Reekie called the meeting to order at 5:49 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 Administrator Adam Sayre.
3. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Touchett, seconded by Kohl, to approve the minutes from
the February 22, 2021 Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting. Motion carried 3-0.
4. 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
May 1, 2021.
This is the fifth year for this event. This fundraising event for the Verona Public Library will
occur from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on May 1st. The route begins and ends at the Library.
Participants will cross East 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.
Christensen shared that the route has changed that they will be using the walkway bridge
by Hometown Circle to cross East Verona Avenue.
Motion by Touchett, seconded by Kohl, to recommend to the Common Council to approve a
Special Event Permit for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk and Kids Run on Saturday,
May 1, 2021. Motion carried 3-0.
5. 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 26, 2021.
This is the fourth year for this event, which is a fundraiser for the Glacier Edge Elementary
School. The event will run from 4 p.m. – 7:30 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, and Forestry Commission.
Christensen recommended making this contingent upon receiving the Certificate of
Insurance and the background check of the applicant.
Motion by Touchett, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the Common Council to
approve a Special Event Permit for the Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 26,
2021, contingent upon updated certificate of insurance and records check. Motion carried
3-0.
6. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A premises description amendment for the liquor license
of the Hop Haus Brewing Company, LLC, 231 South Main Street, to include the front parking
lot.
Phil Hoechst has applied for a premises description amendment for the liquor license of the
Hop Haus Brewing Company, LLC to include the business’s front parking lot. In March of
2021, the Common Council approved a permanent outdoor seating area for the Hop Haus.
This outdoor area will allow the Hop Haus to serve more customers, while adhering to
required social distancing guidelines.
Coughlin and Christensen met with Hoechst and the building owner and discussed what the
approved conditions are per the Plan Commission approval. Those conditions include:
Fencing shall be consistent with what they already have.
Alcohol consumption shall be limited to inside the fenced in area and inside the
building.
All areas shall be monitored by staff.
The fence shall have a gate that is approved by the Police and Building Inspectors.
There will also be an exit only gate.
Approved hours would be from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday – Thursday and 7 a.m. to 10
p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Motion by Kohl, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the Common Council to approve a
premises description amendment for the liquor license of the Hop Haus Brewing Company,
LLC, 231 South Main Street, to include the front parking lot as depicted in the site plan.
Motion carried 3-0.
7. Adjournment: Motion by Touchett, seconded by Reekie, to adjourn at 6:00 p.m. Motion
carried 3-0.
Kayla Martin, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda
City Of Verona
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
Monday, April 12, 2021 AT 5:45 P.M.
AGENDA
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Verona Public Safety and Welfare
Committee will hold its meeting as a virtual meeting. The Public Safety and
Welfare Committee will not meet at City Hall, 111 Lincoln Street. Members of
the Public Safety and Welfare Committee and Staff will join the meeting by
using Zoom Webinar, as described immediately below.
Members of the public can join the meeting using Zoom Webinar via a
computer, tablet, or smartphone, or by calling into the meeting using phones,
as described immediately below. Those requiring toll-free options are asked to
contact City Hall for details prior to the meeting at
adam.sayre@ci.verona.wi.us or 608-848-9941.
Join the meeting via computer, tablet, or smart phone:
https://zoom.us/j/98913904913
Webinar ID: 989 1390 4913
Join the meeting via phone by dialing:
312-626-6799
Webinar ID: 989 1390 4913
The online meeting agenda and all support materials can be found at
https://www.ci.verona.wi.us/. In addition to the public, all Committee members and
Staff will also be participating remotely. Anyone with questions prior to the meeting
may contact the City at (608) 848-9941 or adam.sayre@ci.verona.wi.us.
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes from the February 22, 2021 Public Safety and Welfare
Committee meeting.
4. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Special Event Permit application from
Stacey Burkart, Verona Public Library, for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk
and Kid’s Run on Saturday May 1, 2021.
5. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Special Event Permit application from
Lauren Birkel, Glacier Edge PTO, for the Glacier Edge PTO Color Run on
Wednesday May 26, 2021.
6. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Liquor license premise amendment for Hop
Haus Brewing Company located at 231 South Main Street
7. Adjournment
Heather Reekie, Chairperson
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CITY OF VERONA
PUBLIC SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
February 22, 2021
VERONA CITY HALL
MINUTES
1. Call to order: Heather Reekie called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Heather Reekie, Katie Kohl and Evan Touchett were present. Also present: Police
Chief Bernie Coughlin, City Administrator Adam Sayre.
3. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Touchett, seconded by Kohl, to approve the minutes from
the February 8, 2021 Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting. Motion carried 3-0.
4. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 21-973 amending Section 10-1-12 of the
Code of Ordinances reducing the speed limit on Whalen Road.
The proposed Ordinance amendment will reduce the speed limit on Whalen Road between
Old County Highway PB and Liberty Drive to 25mph. The speed limit east of Liberty Drive to
a point 1,315 feet east will be will be 35 mph. The speed limit east of the point will be
45mph. Whalen Road has shared jurisdiction with the Town of Verona. Tentatively, the
Town will change the speed limits to match the City’s changes on March 2nd.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the council to approve
Ordinance No. 21-973 amending Section 10-1-12 of the Code of Ordinances reducing the
speed limit on Whalen Road. Motion carried 3-0.
5. Discussion and Possible Action Re: An application for a combination “Class B” Intoxicating
Liquor and Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverages license from N+1 Coffee and Beer Bar, LLC,
d/b/a N+1 Coffee and Beer, 507 Bruce Street, Suite 101, Verona, WI 53593, Jessica
Laufenberg, Agent.
N+1 Coffee and Beer Bar, LLC currently carries Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage and Class
“C” Wine licenses. If this application is approved, the Class “C” Wine license will be replaced
by a “Class B” Intoxicating Liquor license, which will allow for the service of any intoxicating
liquor (vs. wine only). The current licenses will be surrendered to the City before the new
licenses will be issued.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the council to approve a
combination “Class B” Intoxicating Liquor and Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverages license
from N+1 Coffee and Beer Bar, LLC, d/b/a N+1 Coffee and Beer, 507 Bruce Street, Suite 101,
Verona, WI 53593, Jessica Laufenberg, Agent. Motion carried 3-0.
6. Discussion and Possible Action Re: A liquor license premise amendment for N+1 Coffee and
Beer Bar located at 507 Bruce Street
The property already has a 16’x50’ concrete patio. The applicant will be adding an enclosed
fencing and entry area. The fencing would begin from the left side of the entry door to the
café (if looking at the building). There would be a one-way swinging door to enter the
fenced patio area. On the opposite end of the fenced patio area (east side) there would be a
second one-way swinging door for emergency exit. Video monitoring of the patio area
would be set up in 4 locations (shown by X in the site plan). A conditional use permit was
approved for the premise area in 2018 and the conditions from the 2018 conditional use
permit are included as conditions for the premise amendment.
Motion by Reekie, seconded by Touchett, to recommend to the Common Council to
approve a premise amendment for an outside patio for N+1 Coffee and Beer Bar, LLC, d/b/a
N+1 Coffee and Beer, 507 Bruce Street, Suite 101, Verona, WI 53593, Jessica Laufenberg,
Agent with the following conditions:
1. The outdoor patio fencing shall be a minimum of 48 inches tall.
2. Alcohol consumption shall be limited to the fenced area around the outdoor patio or
inside the building. All areas where alcohol is consumed shall be monitored by Staff.
3. The fence and gate for the outdoor patio shall comply with the requirements from the
Police Department and Building Inspector.
4. The exit for the patio shall be labeled as an “exit only”.
5. The use of the outdoor seating rea is permitted to operate from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
seven (7) days per week.
6. The Applicant shall obtain all necessary alcohol licensees and operate in conformance to
the requirements of the licensees.
Motion carried 3-0.
7. Adjournment: Motion by Touchett, seconded by Kohl, to adjourn at 6:17 p.m. Motion
carried 3-0.
Kayla Martin, Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC SAFETY & WELFARE COMMITTEE - 2021-04-12
4. A Special Event Permit application from Stacey Burkart, Verona Area Public Library
Director, for the Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk May 1, 2021.
This is the fifth year for this event. This fundraising event for the Verona Public Library will
occur from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on May 1st. 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 recommend to the Common Council to approve a Special Event Permit for the
Word on the Street 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 1, 2021.
5. A Special Event Permit application from Lauren Birkel, Glacier Edge Elementary PTO, for
the Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
This is the fourth year for this event, which is a fundraiser for the Glacier Edge Elementary
School. The event will run from 4 p.m. – 7:30 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 recommend to the Common Council to approve a Special Event Permit for the
Glacier Edge Color Run on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, contingent upon approval by the
Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission.
6. A premises description amendment for the liquor license of the Hop Haus Brewing
Company, LLC, 231 S. Main Street, to include the front parking lot.
Phil Hoechst has applied for a premises description amendment for the liquor license of the
Hop Haus Brewing Company, LLC to include the business’s front parking lot. In March of
2021 the Common Council approved a permanent outdoor seating area for the Hop Haus.
This outdoor area will allow the Hop Haus to serve more customers, while adhering to
required social distancing guidelines.
Motion: To recommend to the Common Council to approve a premises description
amendment for the liquor license of the Hop Haus Brewing Company, LLC, 231 S. Main
Street, to include the front parking lot as depicted in the site plan.
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-l(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:
I A copy of the applicant's Driver's License
R oute map and description and/or map of event layout
Certificate of Insurance - at least 30 days prior to event
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name: Stacey Burkart
First M.I. Last
Address:
Driver License#:
Email: sburkart@ci.verona.wi.us
AGENCY/ORGANIZATION INFORMATION
Name: Verona Public Library Phone: 608-845-7180
Address:500 Silent Street, Verona, WI 53593
If this is a non-profit organization, please provide your EIN number for verification: __ _ _ ____ _
EVENT INFORMATION
Name of Event: Word on the Street 5K Run Type of event Run/Walk
Event date(s): May 1, 2021 Event time(s): 8 :00 am - 12:00pm
___ _ _ ____
Set up Start Time:_7_:_0_0_a_m Tear Down End Time: -1 :OOpm
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Last updated
Date: ______ _
Initials: ______
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:
A copy of the applicant’s Driver’s License
Route map and description and/or map of event layout
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Certificate of Insurance – at least 30 days prior to event
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name: Lauren R Birkel Phone:
First M.I. Last
Address:
Driver License #: DOB:
Email:
AGENCY/ORGANIZATION INFORMATION
Name: Glacier Edge PTO Phone: 608-692-9893
Address: 800 Kimball Lane, Verona WI ID#27-0961979
If this is a non-profit organization, please provide your EIN number for verification:
EVENT INFORMATION
Name of Event: Glacier EdgePTO Color Run Type of event run/walk fundraiser
Event date(s): May 26, 2021 Event time(s): 4-7:30pm
Set up Start Time: 3pm Tear Down End Time: 8pm
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Last updated
Date:________________
Initials:_______________
Informational Questions No Yes Notes
Was a Special Event Permit previously approved in times
1
past for this event? ✔
2 Will there be outdoor amplified sound? ✔ Additional application required.
Will alcohol be sold, served or consumed? Additional licenses may be
3
✔ required.
4 Are you requesting any City streets to be closed to traffic? ✔ See Below*
Will your event use County, State or US Highways? If yes, please provide a map clearly
marking the highways that will be
5 ✔ used. Additional permission from
the County is required.
Will park, conservancy land, or trails be used? If so, have Contact Parks Department:
you reserved a park, pavilion, or any other city facilities for 845-6695
the event? If using park facilities, the
6 ✔ application will not go before the
Public Safety Committee without
Parks Department approval.
Will items or services be sold or given away at this event? If yes, please attach a list of types
7 ✔ of items or services.
Does this event involve a plan for tents, stages, inflatable Include on event layout map.
8
bounce houses or temporary structures? ✔
Does your event include the use of fireworks, rockets, Must receive written approval from
9 lasers, other pyrotechnics, or open flame? ✔ Fire Chief or his designee. 608-845-
9401
10 Do you plan to provide portable toilets at your event? ✔
Will your event have dedicated coverage by an Emergency
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Medical Provider? ✔
Is this a race or timed event where participants need the If traffic control is desired, a police
12 ✔
right of way on City streets? officer is required, per WI Law.
Will there be a clear path of travel (min. 18’ wide) for
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emergency vehicles throughout your event?
✔
Does your event include running or biking that will need a Posting of No Parking signs by PD
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dedicated lane of travel on City streets?
✔ will be needed and billed to event.
*If you answered YES to street closures, please attach a map/diagram of the portion(s) of street you wish
to have closed for your event. Please include street names and as much information as possible.
If you are NOT intending to close any City Streets, or request the right of way, but intend to use City Streets,
you will share the street with vehicular traffic and agree to abide by all traffic laws. Failure to comply with
traffic laws will result in the immediate termination of all event activities.
*Applicant Initial Here: lb
EVENT CONTACTS
PLEASE LIST NAMES, LOCATIONS AND CELL PHONE NUMBERS OF ON‐SITE EVENT CONTACT PERSONS
NAME DOB LOCATION AT EVENT TIME ON‐SITE CELL PHONE
as shown on ID (Ex: Race Start, Supply (Ex: 10 a.m. to
Tent etc.) 2 p.m.)
Lauren Birkel 1-23-82 start/finish 2pm- 8pm 608-692-9893
Ryan Griessmeyer on course 3-8pm 608-316-5755
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1. Application and all required materials shall be submitted to the City Clerk a minimum of 45
days prior to the event. (Section 7‐7‐1(h) of the City of Verona Code of Ordinances)
2. Upon verification of the application the City Clerk shall submit the application to the Police Chief for
further review.
3. The applicant will be contacted by the Police Department Staff to review event route and the
need for on‐ site police officers or City staff at the event.
4. The applicant is subject to a background check.
5. All police traffic control/city staff time incurred shall be billed to the applicant upon the completion
of the event.
6. The applicant may be required to attend a Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting
and/or a Common Council meeting at which the event application will be reviewed for
approval.
7. Once the application is approved by the appropriate official(s) the permit will be issued.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING
I understand the application and event requirements and agree to adhere to all applicable federal, state, and
municipal laws in addition to the requirements on the application. I agree to pay any invoices received from the
City of Verona for staff time at the event within 30 days of the invoice date. I understand that failure to adhere to
any application requirements or any federal, state or municipal laws involving the event will result in the denial of
the application or immediate termination of the event. The violation of federal, state or municipal laws will be
subject to applicable fines and penalties.
3-10-21
Applicant Signature Date
Once application is approved, the permit will be issued to applicant via email.
A copy of the permit must be available at event for conformation.
OFFICE USE ONLY
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE ON THIS PAGE
CHIEF OF POLICE
Date Received by Police:
The event application has been reviewed and the following issues need to be addressed:
Meeting with Applicant: Yes No If YES, Date of Meeting:
Barricades needed? Yes No
Traffic Control/Officers Needed:
CIB Information:
CERTIFICATION OF APPLICATION BY CHIEF OF POLICE:
Approved Denied
Signature of Chief of Police Date
MUNICIPAL CLERK
Application Received Date: 45 Day Application Requirement Met: YES NO
Date Submitted to Police on: All required documents submitted: YES NO
Items Still Required:__________________________________________________________________________
PUBLIC SAFETY & WELFARE COMMITTEE: Date of meeting: __ APPROVE DENY
COMMON COUNCIL: Date of meeting: __ APPROVE DENY
Signature of Municipal Clerk: Date:
Copy provided to applicant: Yes No Date:
Copy provided to: EMS: Yes No | Fire: Yes No | PD: Yes No | PW: Yes No
Course Map
The Glacier Edge Color Run will take place along a one mile loop starting and ending at the Glacier Edge
playground. There will be two color stations along the course located at Tower Park and Tollefson Park.
Check-in is from 5-6pm. Color Run begins at 6pm.
STARTING LINE
GLACIER EDGE
Glacier Edge FINISH LINE
Color Run
May 1, 2019 COLOR STATION
During Screen Free Week
RUNNER CHECK-IN
VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN
get ACTIVE, gather PLEDGES, SPONSOR TABLES
and RAISE FUNDS
for GLACIER EDGE! *In the case of severe weather the Color Run will be not be rescheduled.
CITY OF VERONA
Liquor License Premises Amendment
Hop Haus Brewing Company
Name of Establishment: ___________________________
231 South Main Street, Verona, WI 53593
Address of Establishment: __________________________
Name of Agent: Phil Hoechst Address: ________________
608-497-3165
Agent Phone Number: _________ Establishment Phone Number: _________
Premises Amendment Description:
Addition of a parking lot patio. Approx 15ft x45ft (675 square feet). This patio will have a
metal railing/fencing around its perimeter Patio is located infront of the building (west side)
"'Please attach a drawing or visual of the proposed premises amendment
Months/Days New Premises are Open/Used:
From (Month): ___________ To: (Month): ____________
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Time Premises Used A.M.: _______To: P.M.: ________ (Restrictions Apply)
Check Here if Added Premises are Open/Used Year Round: [!J
4/5/2021
Signature of Agent: __�-------------- Date: _________
Please Do Not Write Below This Area
MUNICIPAL OFFICE USE ONLY
CHIEF OF POLICE
Date Application Approved to Move Forward with Inspections: _________ Initials: ___
Notes for Building Inspection and Fire Inspection:
Wooden pergola with bistro-style lighting
Wooden deck with wooden pergola structure
Site plan (overhead) showing the proposed patio footprint and traffic flow at Hop Haus Brewing
Company. The proposed patio measures approx 15 ft x 45ft.
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