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City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Common Council Mayor Jeannette Bell, Chair Alderperson James W. Sengstock, Council President Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Linda A. Dobrowski, Kurt E. Kopplin, Thomas G. Lajsic, Richard F. Narlock, Rosalie L. Reinke, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel Tuesday, October 3, 2006 7:00 PM City Hall - Council Chambers REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bell at 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Present 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Sengstock. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. R-2006-0262 Resolution to approve the Year 2007 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated therein (Final). Attachments: BID Operating Plan 2007 R-2006-0262.pdf Special Assessment Method R-2006-0262.pdf Explanation of the proposed Resolution by Patrick Schloss, Community Development Manager. Appearances: None. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION None. F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Mayor Bell announced that the following Committees would meet during recess: Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety & Development, License & Health, and Advisory. G. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Mayor's Report Public Events: Attended: City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 Grand reopening of the Target store. Open House of Impact in the Summit Place. Gave greeting to event for Deaf Awareness Week at State Fair. The City Open House at City facilities on W. National Avenue. Classic Car Show in downtown West Allis. Taped the next On Site West Allis at MADACC. Gave presentation to a Boy Scout troop. Intergovernmental: Meeting to determine West Allis sign location at Milwaukee Mile. EMS meeting in Franklin. ICC Library sub-committee meeting. Meeting with our School District. Management Activities: Exercise to rate the Public Health System in West Allis. Announcements: The Mayor will be holding her Town Hall meeting on the City's Budget on Tuesday October 10th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Awards recognizing excellent Schools in our district: Jefferson, Lincoln, Longfellow, Pershing and West Milwaukee Middle School were recognized for positive growth. These were among 149 out of 2200 schools recognized in the State. Also, Newsweek magazine named Nathan Hale High School as one of the top 1200 schools nationally. Standard and Poor's Evaluation Service gave recognition to Frank Lloyd Wright Middle School as one of the top 20 schools in the State of Wisconsin. Reported on the delivery of the City Newsletter. Alderpersons Comments None. H. AGENDA APPROVAL that the agenda as submitted be accepted A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that the agenda as submitted be accepted. The motion carried. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 19, 2006 A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Kopplin, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 19, 2006. The motion carried. J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 2. 2006-0586 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Maria Ramirez vs. City of West Allis. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 3. 2006-0587 Jeffrey R. Arnold communication regarding property damage allegedly sustained at 950 S. 61 St. on September 3, 2006. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 4. 2006-0594 Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., Amended Summons and Amended Complaint in the matter of Nicole L. Kaltenbach vs. City of West Allis, et al., Case No. 06 CV 008876. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 5. 2006-0599 Milwaukee County Treasurer communication regarding a refund request for payment of property taxes in 2002-2003 at 932 S. 60 St., in the amount of $30,811.85. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 6. 2006-0582 2006-2007 Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit application no. 1168 of Thomas J. Kasta. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 7. 2006-0581 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License application no. 265 of Richard J. Stiger. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 8. 2006-0470 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 534 of Rebecca L. Finney. Denied based on two (2) nonappearances. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 9. 2006-0550 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 257 of Terry M. Schulist. Denied based on the police report. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 10. 2006-0548 2006 Taxicab Driver License application no. 59 of Bilal Arshad. Denied based on two (2) nonappearances. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 11. 2006-0584 Police Department Report regarding July 18, 2006 Tobacco Compliance Check involving fifteen (15) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco to an underage person without requesting identification (2006-2007 Cigarette License no. 1072 of Ashraf Enterprises, LLC, Mohammed A. Shafeeq, Agent, d/b/a Greenfield Smoke Shop at 9633 W. Greenfield Ave.) This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 12. 2006-0485 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Frank L. Altenbach for the premises located at 6215 W. National Ave., d/b/a Steel Horse (2005-2006 Class B Tavern License renewal application no. 100). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 13. 2006-0090 2005-2006 Class B Tavern License renewal application no. 100 of Frank L. Altenbach, d/b/a Steel Horse for premises at 6215 W. National Ave. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 Denied based on two (2) nonappearances. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 14. 2006-0353 2006-2007 Class B Tavern License renewal application no. 991 of Frank L. Altenbach, d/b/a Steel Horse for premises located at 6215 W. National Ave. Denied based on two (2) nonappearances. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 15. 2006-0540 Chief of Police communication regarding the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 1800 S. 92 St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote 16. O-2006-0034 An Ordinance to Amend Subsection 9.20(2) of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Handbill Distribution Sponsors: Ald. Czaplewski A motion was made by Ald. Kopplin, seconded by Ald. Dobrowski, that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:15 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 7:50 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 17. R-2006-0257 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Printing & Business Solutions for furnishing and installing one (1) Reconditioned Offset Press for $12,300.00. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 18. R-2006-0265 Initial Resolution authorizing $1,200,000 General Obligation Pledge of the City of West Allis for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Ready for Reuse Loan for the former Pressed Steel Tank property within the Six Points/Farmers Market Redevelopment Area. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 19. 2006-0595 2007 City of West Allis Mayor's Recommended Budget. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. City Attorney Claim Report 20. 2000-0034 PETERSON, JOHNSON & MURRAY, S.C. Notice of Claim submitted on behalf of Aisha (Evonia) Khalil, 1868 N. 40 St., Milwaukee. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 21. 2003-0460 Kittren Foxworth communication regarding injury allegedly sustained at S. 76 St. and W. Greenfield Ave. on June 29, 2003. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 22. R-2006-0258 Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to apply for a Wisconsin Urban Forestry Grant. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 23. R-2006-0259 Resolution accepting work of Black Diamond Group for the removal and reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement, storm sewer, utility adjustments and storm underdrain in various alleys in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2005 Project No. 9. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 24. R-2006-0260 Resolution amending a professional services contract with TN and Associates, Inc. to provide real estate acquisition services in the amount of $25,000.00. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 25. R-2006-0261 Resolution approving a water rate increase as authorized by the Public Service Commission. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 26. R-2006-0267 Resolution Granting a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to West Allis Development LLC for property located on the north side of West Greenfield Avenue Between S. 63 and S. 64 Streets. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Held in Public Works Committee during recess. 27. 2006-0597 Communication from the Manager of Information Technology requesting approval to replace current AT&T leased communication lines serving the Water Utility with wireless equipment to be owned by the City of West Allis. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 28. O-2006-0060 An Ordinance to Establish Parking Restrictions on the West Side of the South 120 ft. of the 2000 Block of S. 85 St. Sponsors: Lajsic This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 29. 2006-0593 Request submitted by Dr. Brian Nelson, of the West Allis Animal Hospital, for an extension of time to review and complete the Certified Survey Map for consolidation of properties for the West Allis Animal Hospital. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 30. R-2006-0256 Resolution approving Certified Survey Map for proposed consolidation and redivision of properties located at 1736 S. 82 St. and 8128-30 W. National Ave. and to attach a portion of the property located at 8118-22 W. National Ave., submitted by Jason Stammer, Chris Greene, Inc., and Brian Nelson, West Allis Animal Hospital. (Tax Key Nos. 452-0606-002, 452-0606-001 and 452-0608-001) This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 31. 2006-0537 Certified Survey Map for proposed consolidation and redivision of properties located at 1736 S. 82 St. and 8128-30 W. National Ave. and to attach a portion of the property located at 8118-22 W. National Ave., submitted by Jason Stammer, Chris Greene, Inc., and Brian Nelson, West Allis Animal Hospital. (Tax Key Nos. 452-0606-002, 452-0606-001 and 452-0608-001) This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 32. R-2006-0217 Resolution approving Certified Survey Map for proposed redivision of a lot for the construction of a new multi-tenant retail building located at 2200 S. 108 St., submitted by Erik Madisen, Madisen Architects (Tax Key No. 480-0281-000). This Matter was Disapproved on a Block Vote. 33. 2006-0557 Certified Survey Map for proposed redivision of a lot for the construction of a new multi-tenant retail building located at 2200 S. 108 St., submitted by Erik Madisen, Madisen Architects (Tax Key No. 480-0281-000). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 34. R-2006-0263 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map for proposed consolidation of lots for the construction of a new multi-tenant retail building (Grant Plaza), to be located at 2200-22** S. 108 St., submitted by Erik Madisen, Madisen Architects. (Tax Key Nos. 480-0281-000, 480-0280-000 and 480-0278-001) Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 35. 2006-0600 Certified Survey Map for proposed consolidation of lots for the construction of a new multi-tenant retail building (Grant Plaza), to be located at 2200-22** S. 108 St., submitted by Erik Madisen, Madisen Architects. (Tax Key Nos. 480-0281-000, 480-0280-000 and 480-0278-001) Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 36. R-2006-0266 Resolution approving an affidavit of correction submitted by Capitol Survey and Engineering affirming a new Common Council adoption date for the Lyons Certified Survey Map to create a lot split for residential property located at 90** W. Stuth Ave. (Tax Key Number 517-9982-004). This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 37. R-2006-0264 Resolution authorizing staff to negotiate, on behalf of the City of West Allis, the possible acquisition of the property owned by Joseph P. Zablocki, located at 1200 S. 63 St. (Tax Key No. 439-0228-000) Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 38. 2006-0601 Police Chief communication regarding City of West Allis crime statistics and major crime report for August 2006. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 39. 2006-0530 2006-2007 Used Vehicle Dealer License application no. 901 of Pelon's Auto Sales, 5923 W. Lincoln Ave. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 40. 2006-0590 2006-2007 Used Vehicle Dealer License application no. 1181 of Michael J. Klemz, 7606 W. Beloit Rd. (new-existing) This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 41. 2006-0598 2006-2007 Second Hand Dealer License application. License application no. 1187 granted. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 42. 2006-0591 2006-2007 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 1174, Dance Hall License appl. no. 1177 and Instrumental Music License appl. no. 1176 of Armes Enterprises, LLC, Christopher S. Armes, Agent, d/b/a The Needle Inn, premises located at 7100 W. National Ave. (new-existing location) Held in License & Health Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 43. 2006-0592 2006-2007 Combination Class A Liquor License appl. no. 1170 of Lapham Beer & Food, LLC, Mohinder Singh, Agent, d/b/a Corner Depot, premises located at 6231 W. Lincoln Ave. (new-existing). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 44. 2006-0603 2006-2007 and 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License applications. 2006-2007 license application nos. 565, 569 & 570 granted and 2006-2008 license application nos. 271-274 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 45. 2006-0602 2006-2007 Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit application no. 1184 of Jennifer L. Droppers. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 46. 2006-0588 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of July 2006. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 47. 2006-0589 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of August 2006. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 ADVISORY COMMITTEE 48. 2006-0596 Notification of reappointment of Joyce O'Donnell to the West Allis Community Improvement Foundation, Inc. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Public Hearing Items (Advisory Committee) 49. R-2006-0262 Resolution to approve the Year 2007 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated therein (Final). Attachments: BID Operating Plan 2007 R-2006-0262.pdf Special Assessment Method R-2006-0262.pdf This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 3, 2006 N. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL The Common Council Meeting for November 7th will be changed to Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. due to the election. O. ADJOURNMENT to adjourn at 7:57 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on October 17, 2006, at 7:00 p.m A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to adjourn at 7:57 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on October 17, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried. /s/Paul M. Ziehler City Administrative Officer Clerk/Treasurer 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