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City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Common Council Mayor Jeannette Bell, Chair Alderperson Paul M. Murphy, Council President Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Kurt E. Kopplin, Thomas G. Lajsic, Richard F. Narlock, Rosalie L. Reinke, James W. Sengstock, Lester Trudell, Jr., and Vincent Vitale Tuesday, April 15, 2003 7:30 PM City Hall - Council Chambers REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bell at 7:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Present 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale Excused 1- Sengstock C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Czaplewski. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION James Mejchar, 7149 W. Greenfield Ave., President of the West Allis Chamber of Commerce, commented that Mayor Bell and he had the honor of witnessing an Eagle Scout Court of Honor at Mount Hope Church this past weekend. He congratulated Joseph Paul Rieland who was the recipient of the award. Mr. Mejchar extended an invitation to the 14th Annual Community Dinner Dance to be held at Mykonos on Saturday, April 26, 2003. The proceeds will benefit the Lilac Bus Project which will provide transportation to seniors in the area who otherwise are unable to get out into the community and enjoy activities. In addition, Mr. Mejchar described a group called “Friends of the Fair” which has been organized by area businesses to address ways the business community and neighbors of the Fair can interact with the Fair. The group will also seek solutions to problems there might be, and discuss how we can promote the Fair and how the Fair promotes our community. Martin Greenberg, chairman of the State Fair Park Board, has organized a task force to address problems the State Fair is experiencing. Brian Preiss, Executive Director, Downtown Business Improvement District, 7231 W. Greenfield Ave., commented that there will be considerable construction in the downtown area, but encouraged everyone to still come to Downtown West Allis as there will be a minimum of inconvenience because of the construction. Another advantage to shopping downtown is that parking is free because the parking meters have been removed. F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Mayor Bell announced that the following Committees would meet during recess: City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety & Development, License & Health, and Advisory. G. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Mayor Bell and all the alderpersons present gave their farewell wishes to Alderperson Paul Murphy. They thanked him for his nineteen (19) plus years of dedicated service to the citizens of West Allis and wished him well in his new position of Municipal Judge. Alderperson Murphy thanked them all for their kind words and expressed the enjoyment and satisfaction he has received from working with the many different officials he has served with. He encouraged the Council to continue to think progressively and to think big in the context that West Allis is a big deal. West Allis is an important City and its citizens deserve the best. Agenda Approval that the agenda as submitted be accepted A motion was made by Ald. Murphy, seconded by Ald. Kopplin, that the agenda as submitted be accepted. The motion carried. Approval of Minutes to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 2, 2003 A motion was made by Ald. Murphy, seconded by Ald. Narlock, to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 2, 2003. The motion carried. H. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 1. 2003-0232 Communications and all other matters referred to various Committees prior to December 1, 2002. This Matter was Approved and Placed on File on a Block Vote. 2. 2003-0223 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of March, 2003, consisting of all fines, costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $101,399.07, all fines, costs and fees in the sum of $99,521.42 collected in the Municipal Court, $1,877.65 collected by the City Clerk/Treasurer's office thru credit card, and $72,810.00 in payment of parking violations sent directly to the City Clerk/Treasurer's office. This Matter was Approved and Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The First Block Vote 3. 2003-0213 Frank M. Strabel communication regarding property damage allegedly sustained at 7743 W. Dakota St. on February 8, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 4. 2003-0215 Davies Water Equipment Co. of Milwaukee, LLC notification of its claim against Advanced Sewer & Water, Inc. for furnishing pipe and miscellaneous materials from October 31, 2002 to November 4, 2002. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 5. 2003-0216 Davies Water Equipment Co. of Milwaukee, LLC notification of its claim against Advanced Sewer & Water, Inc. for furnishing pipe and miscellaneous materials from January 13, 2003 to February 21, 2003. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 6. 2003-0225 Alan D. Eisenberg communication submitted on behalf of Eric D. Ede regarding damages allegedly sustained on March 19, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 7. 2003-0227 Ron Oseland communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at 3142 S. 122 St. on March 5, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. Passed The Second Block Vote I. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS None. J. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings A motion was made by Ald. Murphy, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 8:00 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 9:00 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale Excused 1- Sengstock K. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 9. O-2003-0029 An Ordinance to Amend Section 3.3, Standards of Conduct, of the City of West Allis Revised Municipal Code Regarding Personnel Work Activities of Personnel Division Employees When a Close Friend or Relative is Involved. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 10. O-2003-0030 An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 6649 Establishing the Salaries of Certain Employees in the Administrative & Clerical Service of the City of West Allis for the Years 2002-2005 (Municipal Court Clerk III). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 11. O-2003-0031 An Ordinance to repeal subsection 2.61(2)(b) and create subsection 2.64(2)(d) of the City of West Allis Revised Municipal Code to transfer the duties of City Comptroller from the Director of Administration & Finance to the Finance Manager. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 12. R-2003-0134 Resolution Relative to adopting a Vehicle Operation and Driving Policy for all City Departments for inclusion in the City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 13. R-2003-0135 Resolution approving the amended Employment Contract with Paul M. Ziehler to include responsibilities of City Clerk/Treasurer. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 Attachments: Emp Cont - Amended.PZiehler Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 14. R-2003-0139 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of J&M Displays, Inc.for furnishing the 4th of July fireworks for a total sum of $10,000.00. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 15. R-2003-0140 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Library Furniture International, Inc.for furnishing DVD and Video Display Shelving for a total net sum of $17,936.04. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale No: 0 16. 2003-0239 Communication from City Administrative Officer requesting approval of job descriptions and salary range classifications for Finance Manager/Comptroller, Cable Communications Manager, and Assistant City Clerk. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 17. 2003-0240 Communication from City Administrative Officer transmitting the job description and salary range classification for the City Administrative Officer/Director of Administration & Finance/City Clerk/Treasurer. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 18. 2003-0226 Communication from City Administrative Officer transmitting Traffic Violation and Accident Report for the period January 1, 2003 through March 31, 2003. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 19. R-2003-0132 Resolution Granting a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to New Owners SARS Property Holdings LLC for the Property Located at 7525 West Becher Street. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 20. R-2003-0133 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by concrete reconstruction of the pavement including miscellaneous sidewalk repair, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, building services and utility adjustments in W. Lapham St. from S. 84 St. to S. 92 St. and portions of intersecting streets and levying special assessments against benefited properties. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 22. R-2003-0137 Resolution to approve bids of Riley Construction Co., Inc. for remodeling the old Fire Station No. 1 to a new Fire Department Administration Building at 7332 W. National Avenue and remodeling Fire Station No. 3 at 10830 W. Lapham Street in the amount of $2,935,800. This Matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 23. 2003-0234 Communication from City Engineer regarding the closing of S. 74 Street during the remodeling of old Fire Station #1 into the new Fire Department Administration Building. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 24. 2003-0235 Brian Preiss and Sarah Smith of the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District communication extending their appreciation to Mayor Bell, Common Council Members, City officials, Department of Public Works, and the West Allis Police and Fire Departments for the support and assistance provided for April Foolish Fun Day held on March 29, 2003. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 25. 2003-0236 Communication from City Engineer regarding poor brick work on the new Fire Station No. 1 This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 26. 2003-0241 Communication from City Engineer regarding payment of sanitary sewer lateral repair claims at 1505 S. 74 St. and 1533 S. 74 St. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale No: 0 21. R-2003-0136 Resolution to approve bid of Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc. for concrete reconstruction of the pavement, including miscellaneous walk repair, miscellaneous driveway repair, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main, building services and utility adjustments in W. Orchard St. from S. 72 St. to S. 76 St., in the amount of $481,814.65. A motion was made by Ald. Narlock, seconded by Ald. Trudell, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, and Trudell No: 1- Vitale SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 27. O-2003-0021 An Ordinance to Create Section 13.35(12) of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Electrical Requirements for Swimming Pools, submitted February 4, 2003. (Sponsored by Paul M. Murphy). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 28. R-2003-0068 Resolution approving the Certified Survey Map submitted by Rudolph Borchardt on behalf of Whitnall Summit Co. for the property at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No. 439-0001-030). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 29. R-2003-0099 Resolution approving the Certified Survey Map submitted by Commercial Property Associates, Inc., on behalf of Arby's and New China Buffet Restaurant for a proposed lot split at 10743 W. National Ave. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 30. 2003-0162 Special Use Application submitted by Timothy Shaffer d/b/a T-N-T Automotive to establish an auto repair facility at 1910 S. 73 St. (Tax Key No. 476-0287-000). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 31. 2003-0230 Special Use application submitted by Bruce Wydeven on behalf of VJS Investments to convert existing office space to residential apartment use at the existing building located at 6914 W. Lincoln Ave. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 32. 2003-0102 Certified Survey Map submitted by Rudolph Borchardt on behalf of Whitnall Summit Co. for the property at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No. 439-0001-030). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 33. 2003-0154 Certified Survey Map submitted by Commercial Property Associates, Inc., on behalf of Arby's and New China Buffet Restaurant for a proposed lot split at 10743 W. National Ave. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 34. 2003-0218 Time Warner Cable communication regarding statement of gross revenues and the related audit opinion of Ernst & Young for the year ended December 31, 2002. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 35. 2003-0224 Time Warner Cable communication regarding changes to channel line-ups. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 36. 2003-0229 Time Warner Cable communication relative to status update regarding developments involving the ownership of the local cable television system. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 38. 2003-0219 2003-2004 Second Hand Dealer License renewal applications. License appl. no. 19 granted. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 39. 2003-0220 2002-2003 Special Class B Beer and Wine License application(s). License appl. no. 33 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 40. 2003-0221 2003 Taxicab Driver License application(s). License appl. no. 41 granted. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 43. 2003-0196 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 899 of Juan A. Gonzalez. License appl. no. 899 denied based on police report. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 44. 2003-0222 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License applications. License appl. nos. 869, 904, 907-910, 913 and 914 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 45. 2003-0228 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 905 of Michele L. King. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 46. 2003-0237 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 912 of Peter Swanda. License appl. no. 912 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The First Block Vote 47. 2003-0238 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 915 of Anya L. Walczak. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 42. 2003-0195 2002-2003 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 897 of Michael A. Tarantino. License appl. no. 897 denied based on police report. A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Denied. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale No: 1- Murphy 37. 2003-0099 Police Department Report involving Dopp's Bar & Grill, 1022 S. 60 St. (2002-2003 Class B Tavern License no. 122, Dance Hall License no. 87, Instrumental Music License no. 41 and Cigarette License no. 134 of Doppelganger's, Inc., Tammy L. Dopp, Agent, Incident date: February 7, 2003). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 41. 2003-0233 2002-2003 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit appl. no. 11 of Doppelganger's, Inc., Tammy L. Dopp, Agent, for premises located at 1022 S. 60 St., d/b/a Dopp's Bar & Grill (2002-2003 Class B Tavern License no. 122), for an event on May 10, 2003, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., for a fish boil and cookout. Permit appl. no. 11 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Second Block Vote Aye: 8- Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale No: 0 City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 Present: 1- Barczak ADVISORY COMMITTEE 48. 2003-0231 Reappointments by Mayor Bell of Ms. Rita Kohls and Ms. Colleen Baker as members of the West Allis Community Communications Corporation, their two-year terms to expire March 31, 2005. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 49. 2003-0242 Legislative Committee Minutes for April 8, 2003. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Murphy, Narlock, Reinke, Trudell, and Vitale No: 0 L. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL Alderperson Murphy expressed his heartfelt thanks to the citizens of the second district of West Allis for selecting him five (5) times to be their representative on the Common Council. The voters have been very kind to him and his family during the many years he has lived here. M. ADJOURNMENT to adjourn at 9:10 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on May 6, 2003, at 7:30 p.m A motion was made by Ald. Murphy, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 9:10 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on May 6, 2003, at 7:30 p.m. The motion carried. /s/ Paul M. Ziehler, Acting City Clerk/Treasurer City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2003 All meetings of the {bdName} are public meetings. In order for the general public to make comments at the committee meetings, the individual(s) must be scheduled (as an appearance) with the chair of the committee or the appropriate staff contact; otherwise, the meeting of the committee is a working session for the committee itself, and discussion by those in attendance is limited to committee members, the mayor, other alderpersons, staff and others that may be a party to the matter being discussed. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The City of West Allis does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, age, marital or veterans' status, sex, national origin, disability or any other legally protected status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs or activities. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE Upon reasonable notice the City will furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services when necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and to enjoy the benefits of a service, program or activity provided by the City. LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY STATEMENT It is the policy of the City of West Allis to provide language access services to populations of persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) who are eligible to be served or likely to be directly affected by our programs. Such services will be focused on providing meaningful access to our programs, services and/or benefits. City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 12/21/2018