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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, December 5, 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 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel Excused 1- Dobrowski C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Czaplewski. Mayor Bell welcomed Boy Scout Troop 16. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. R-2006-0351 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Dixon St. from S. 116 St. to S. Curtis Rd. by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Explanation of the proposed Resolution by Michael Lewis, City Engineer. Appearances: Bob Goelz, 26009 Muskego Dam Rd., owner at 116th and Dixon, supported the project, but requested no curbs on the road due to truck traffic. Jack Huse, 11700 W. Dixon, supported the project, but opposed the curbs. He stated his concerns regarding truck access, egress and parking. Brian Erb, 11619 W. Dixon, opposed the curbs, and stated his concerns regarding truck access. Susan Gambatese, 12970 W. Bluemound Rd., representing Dorothy and Al Hebert, supported the project, but indicated curbing is an issue. She also stated the concerns regarding parking and access to the docks and overhead doors. City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 Wayne Higgins, Traffic Engineering Services, 890 Elm Grove Rd., Suite 110, commented on concerns regarding curb and gutters, driveways, parking and trucking operations. He presented a summary exhibit and alternate plan which he referenced. 2. R-2006-0353 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 118 St. from W. Fairview Ave. to W. Dixon St. by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Explanation of the proposed Resolution by Michael Lewis, City Engineer. Appearances: None. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Wayne Sloan, 8750 W. National Ave., commented on his request for stoplights near the intersection of 87th and National. 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: Milwaukee 7 Reception. Christmas Stroll. Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party. Gave two interviews for students working on school projects. Intergovernmental: Attended: ICC meeting on EMS system. Announcements: There will be an open house at the West Allis Historical Site at 84th and National Ave. on December 10th. Both the museum and the Log Cabin will be open from 1:00 to 4:00. On display will be the posters of the long-time families of West Allis. Alderpersons Comments None. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 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 November 21, 2006 A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November 21, 2006. The motion carried. J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 3. 2006-0692 Summons & Complaint in the matter of Allco Credit Union vs. City of West Allis, et al. A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that this matter be Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney. The motion carried. K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE Reported out after recess. LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 6. 2006-0640 2006-2007 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 1197 Francene K. Nohlety, d/b/a Drink'em Up located at 6404 W. National Avenue (new-existing location). This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 7. 2006-0685 2006-2007 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 1195 of Bruno 7 Inc., Steven A. Bruno, Agent, d/b/a Pegasus Restaurant located at 7727 W. Greenfield Ave. (new-existing location). This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 8. 2006-0675 2006-2007 Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit application no. 929 of Katie L. Czarnecki. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 9. 2006-0648 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License application no. 286 of Kipp L. Van Dorf. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 10. 2006-0650 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 582 of Kearney D. Bennett. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 11. 2006-0662 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License application no. 279 of Marshall E. Sherrer. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 12. 2006-0682 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 593 of Garrett M. Kloc. Denied based on the police report. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 13. 2006-0683 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License application no. 267 of John M. Ranieri. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 14. 2006-0684 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 585 of Todd A. Freda. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 15. 2006-0688 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License renewal application no. 289 of Chris G. Psuik. Denied based on the police report. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 16. 2006-0623 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License application no. 277 of Becki L. Schave. Denied based on the police report. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 17. 2006-0624 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 573 of Diane M. Clabaugh. Denied based on two (2) nonappearances This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 18. 2006-0625 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 572 of Nicole M. Fischer. Denied based on two (2) nonappearances This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 19. 2006-0626 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License renewal application no. 575 of David E. Villmow. Denied based on the police report. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 20. 2006-0627 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License renewal application no. 275 of Angela M. Wery. Denied based on police report and two (2) nonappearances. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 21. 2006-0657 Police Department Report involving Tap City, 7207 W. National Ave. (2006-2007 Class B Tavern License no. 650, Dance Hall License no. 652 and Cigarette License no. 651 of Tap City, Inc., Russell J. Kleist, Agent, Incident Date: September 25, 2006). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 22. 2006-0656 Police Department Report involving Wild Bill's Saloon, 1454 S. 92 St. (2006-2007 Class B Tavern License no. 789 and Cigarette License no. 790 of Wild Bill's Saloon, LLC, William P. Savage, Agent, Incident Date: September 13, 2006). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:39 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:05 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel Excused 1- Dobrowski M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 4. R-2006-0350 Resolution approving the Cooperation Agreement by and between the Community Development Authority and the City of West Allis for the administration of the HOME Program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Sponsors: Ald. Czaplewski This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 5. 2006-0691 Revisions to the 2006-2007 Salary/Benefit Adjustments Report for Non-Represented City Employees. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee Attachments: FINAL NUSLRY.Revision 112706doc.doc NUSLRY.Revision 1106doc 2006-0691.doc This Matter was Approved as Amended on a Block Vote. 23. O-2006-0081 An Ordinance to establish the salaries of certain employees in the Health Department for 2006 and 2007. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 24. O-2006-0082 An Ordinance to establish the salaries of certain officers and employees in the Fire Department for 2006 and 2007. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 25. O-2006-0083 An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-2006-0048 establishing the salary of the Municipal Judge of the City of West Allis for the period May 1, 2006 through April 30, 2008. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 26. O-2006-0084 An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-2006-0047 establishing the salary ranges of the City Attorney of the City of West Allis for the years 2006-2007. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 27. O-2006-0085 An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-2006-0044 establishing the salary ranges of certain employees in the Executive Service, the Managerial Service, the Deputy Service, and the Confidential, Professional and Supervisory Service of the City of West Allis for the years 2006-2007. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 28. O-2006-0086 An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-2006-0046 establishing the salary of the Alderpersons of the City of West Allis for the four year term of April 15, 2008 through April 16, 2012. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 29. R-2006-0357 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of 3M Library Systems to provide a Radio Frequency Identification Security System (RFID) for a total net sum of $531,849.00. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee Attachments: 939 Justification for sole source 3M.doc This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 30. R-2006-0359 Resolution authorizing the Director of Development to execute a Grant Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources relative to a Brownfield Green Space and Public Facilities Grant for the property located at 11241 West Lincoln Ave. in an amount of $178,760.00. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 31. R-2006-0361 Resolution approving an Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2007 and the Consolidated Plan for 2007-2012 relative to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 32. R-2006-0362 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and Interfaith-West Central, for support of the Frail Elderly Home Services Project funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $39,281. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 33. R-2006-0363 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the West Allis-West Milwaukee Family Resource Center, a family counseling project, funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $33,274. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 34. R-2006-0364 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the Rotary Club of West Allis, for support of the Lilac Bus Project funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $7,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 35. R-2006-0365 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the Wisconsin Women's Business Initiatives Corporation, for support of a Micro Enterprise Development Assistance Project, funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $50,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 36. R-2006-0366 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District, et al., for support of the Irving Special Needs Accessible Playground Project, funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $50,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 37. R-2006-0367 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District, et al., for support of the After School Juvenile Crime Prevention Program (Horace Mann School), funded by 2007 Community Development Block Grant Funds in the sum of approximately $5,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 38. 2005-0486 Wisconsin Professional Police Association communication regarding opening of contract negotiations. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 39. 2005-0499 West Allis Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1004 communication regarding opening of contract negotiations. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 40. 2005-0659 West Allis Federation of Nurses Notice of Commencement of Contract Negotiations. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 41. 2005-0667 West Allis Engineering Technician and Aides' Association communication regarding opening of contract negotiations. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 42. 2005-0811 West Allis Police Department Administrative Officers Association communication regarding concerns of their membership and requesting fair treatment when the contracts are settled. Attachments: 2005-0811 This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 10 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 43. 2006-0452 Wisconsin Professional Police Association communication regarding opening of contract negotiations. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 44. 2006-0694 Comptroller/Manager of finance submitting the report for the month of September, 2006 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,737,154.67. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 45. R-2006-0356 Resolution Relative to the Notice of Hearing for the Vacation and Discontinuance of a Part of the Public Right-of-Way North of West Greenfield Avenue Between South 63rd Street and South 64th Street. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 46. R-2006-0355 Resolution Relative to Vacation and Discontinuance of a Part of the Public Right-of-Way North of West Greenfield Avenue Between South 63rd Street and South 64th Street. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Held in Public Works Committee during recess. 47. R-2006-0320 Resolution Approving a Lease Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and West Allis Senior Living, LLC, 7400 West Greenfield Avenue, for Parking in the Municipal Lot. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 48. R-2006-0329 Resolution Relative to Vacation and Discontinuance of a Part of the Public Right-of-Way North of West Greenfield Avenue Between South 63rd Street and South 64th Street. (previously introduced and held November 21, 2006) Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 11 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 Public Hearing Items (Public Works Committee) 49. R-2006-0351 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Dixon St. from S. 116 St. to S. Curtis Rd. by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 50. R-2006-0352 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments in W. Dixon St. from S. 116 St. to S. Curtis Rd. and levying special assessments against benefited properties. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 51. R-2006-0353 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 118 St. from W. Fairview Ave. to W. Dixon St. by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 52. R-2006-0354 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by new concrete street construction, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, water main relay, building services, and utility adjustments in S. 118 St. from W. Fairview Ave. to S. Dixon St. and levying special assessments against benefited properties. Sponsors: Public Works Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 53. O-2006-0066 An Ordinance to Create Section 14.60 of the Revised Municipal Code Pertaining to Low Voltage Equipment and Wiring Installer License. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 12 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 54. O-2006-0074 An Ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 3115, that part which pertains to Installation of Automatic Traffic Control Signals at the intersection of S. 72 St. & W. National Ave. Sponsors: Kopplin and Ald. Weigel This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 55. O-2006-0075 An Ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 4125, which pertains to Installation of Automatic Traffic Control Signals at the intersection of S. 73 St. and W. National Ave. Sponsors: Kopplin and Ald. Weigel This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 56. O-2006-0076 An Ordinance to Repeal Parking Restrictions on Both Sides of the 1500 Block of S. 75 St. and On the East Side of the 1600 Block of S. 75 St. Sponsors: Kopplin This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 57. O-2006-0077 An Ordinance to Establish Parking Restrictions on West Side of the South 120 Ft. of the 2000 Blk. of S. 85 St. Sponsors: Lajsic This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 58. O-2006-0078 An Ordinance To Amend Section 12.19(3)(g) And Repeal Sections 12.19(12)&(13) Of The Revised Municipal Code Relative To Off-Street Parking And Loading Spaces. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 59. R-2006-0358 Resolution to Extend the Existing Moratorium on Tattoo and/or Body Piercing Establishments for an Additional Three (3) Months. Sponsors: Lajsic This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 60. R-2006-0360 Resolution relative to authorizing the submittal of federal grant applications by the Director of Development and the subsequent appropriation of necessary local matching funds for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Brownfield Assessment Grant Program and Brownfield Revolving Loan Grant Program. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 61. R-2006-0345 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for proposed JADS, LLC Southern Cuisine & Entertainment Restaurant, to be located at 6215 W. National Ave. (Tax Key No. 454-0073-001) City of West Allis Page 13 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee This Matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 14 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 62. 2006-0614 Special Use Permit for proposed JADS, LLC Southern Cuisine & Entertainment Restaurant, to be located at 6215 W. National Ave. (Tax Key No. 454-0073-001) This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 63. R-2006-0346 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Scotty's West Allis, an existing tavern located at 6500 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No. 439-0148-000). Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 64. 2006-0483 Special Use Permit for Scotty's West Allis, an existing tavern located at 6500 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No. 439-0148-000) Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 65. 2006-0505 Communication from Allco Credit Union, 6512 W. Greenfield Ave. opposing the Special Use Permit request by Scotty's of West Allis at 6500 W. Greenfield Ave. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 66. 2006-0697 Petition submitted by residents of the 1500 block of S. 75nd St. for the removal of Daytime parking restrictions on the North side of Orchard St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 67. 2006-0676 Police Department Report regarding October 15, 2006 Tobacco Compliance Check involving twelve (12) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco to an underage person without requesting identification (2006-2007 Cigarette License no. 1144 of Pak Enterprises, Mohammed Rafiq, Agent, d/b/a Pak Enterprises at 3061 S. 108 St.) Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 68. 2006-0677 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of October 2006. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 69. 2006-0693 2006-2007 Class B Beer License appl. no. 1201 of Hind, LLC, Pradhuman M. Patel, Agent, d/b/a Pancharos located at 2923 S. 108 St. (new-nonexisting location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 70. 2006-0695 2006-2007 Tavern Operator License application no. 599 of Christine Stauss. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 15 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 71. 2006-0696 2006-2007 and 2006-2008 Tavern Operator License applications. 2006-2007 license application nos. 575, 598, 601-602 granted and 2006-2008 license application no. 296 granted. A motion was made by Ald. Kopplin, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried. ADVISORY COMMITTEE 72. R-2006-0368 Resolution relative to amending the organization and procedures of the Block Grant Committee relative to the election of a chairperson. Sponsors: Advisory Committee A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 N. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL None. O. ADJOURNMENT to adjourn at 8:10 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on December 19, 2006, at 7:00 p.m A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to adjourn at 8:10 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on December 19, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried. /s/ Paul M. Ziehler City Administrative Officer Clerk/Treasurer City of West Allis Page 16 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes December 5, 2006 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 17 Printed on 12/21/2018