Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · January 20, 2009
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson James W. Sengstock, Council President
Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Kurt E. Kopplin, Thomas G. Lajsic, Richard F. Narlock, Rosalie
L. Reinke, Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 7:00 PM City Hall - Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
Excused 2- Reinke, and Sengstock
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Narlock.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Mayor Devine 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
Mayor Devine addressed the neighborhood meetings with the West Allis Police Department,
and commented on the West Allis Senior Help Line.
Alderpersons Comments
None.
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H. AGENDA APPROVAL
that the agenda as submitted be accepted
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 2009
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
1. 2009-0019 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of November 2008, consisting of all
fines, costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $69,975.10.
Attachments: 2009-0019.pdf
2. 2009-0016 Summons & Complaint in the matter of Geraldine and Kenneth Moker vs. City of
West Allis, et al.
3. 2009-0039 Summons and Complaint in the matter of CitiMortgage, Inc. v. City of West Allis, et
al.
4. 2009-0035 Nicole Jusuf communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at 1515 S.
59 Street on December 24, 2008.
5. 2009-0041 Lana Bainer communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at 7635 W.
Dakota Street on December 19, 2008.
6. 2009-0042 Thomas O'Grosky, Jr. communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at
the 400 block on South 76 Street on January 9, 2009.
7. 2009-0059 Jennifer Grieve communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at
approximately South 70 Street and I-94 on January 3, 2009.
8. 2009-0036 Dan Bukiewicz communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at 3053
S. 83 Street on December 23, 2008.
9. 2009-0043 Progressive Universal communication on behalf of Thomas Pecard regarding injuries
and vehicle damage allegedly sustained at the intersection of South 70 Street and
West Washington Street on December 6, 2008.
10. 2009-0045 Notice of Circumstances of Claim submitted by Habush Habush & Rottier S. C., on
behalf of Thomas A. Pecard regarding injuries allegedly sustained at the intersection of
South 70 Street and West Washington Street on December 6, 2008.
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11. 2009-0038 Karen Johnson communication regarding injuries allegedly sustained at 2837 S. 108
Street.
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:03 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 7:54 p.m.,
and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
Excused 2- Reinke, and Sengstock
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
13. O-2009-0001 An Ordinance to establish the salaries of certain officers and employees in the Fire
Department for 2008, 2009, and 2010.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: SalarySched.Fire 2008 2010.pdf
14. R-2009-0024 Resolution approving the Summary of Negotiated Settlement between the City of
West Allis and the West Allis Professional Fire Fighters' Association, Local 1004, for
2008-2010
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: SNS.2008-10 Fire.pdf
15. R-2009-0019 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Assessment Technologies of WI,
LLC for providing a Market Drive Software Upgrade for a total sum of $5,700.00.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2009 Market Drive Sole Source Letter.pdf
16. R-2009-0020 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Milwaukee 2-Way, Inc. for providing
radio equipment maintenance services for a total net sum of $22,579.33.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
17. R-2009-0023 Resolution relative to acquiring Revised Municipal Code supplements and services
from General Code for a total sum not to exceed $10,000.00.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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Attachments: 2009 Revised Municipal Code sole source letter.pdf
18. R-2009-0028 Resolution accepting FEMA grant for replacement of communication equipment in the
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and providing for the 20% matching
funds ($12,960) from the Contingency Fund.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
19. 2009-0046 Communication from both the Library Director and the Library Board President
relative to the use of operating budget funds to continue library carpeting project.
Attachments: 2009-0046.pdf
20. 2009-0047 Fire Chief communication relative to consideration of Advanced Life Support Billing
Rate modifications.
Attachments: 2009-0047.pdf
21. 2009-0048 Communication from Mayor Devine transmitting a listing of economic stimulus
projects that was submitted to the Obama Transition Team and Governor Doyle's
Office.
Attachments: CC.EconStimFndng Ltr.011409.pdf
CC.EconStimFndng Ltr.Attchmt.pdf
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
12. R-2009-0022 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Aring Equipment Co., Inc. for
furnishing and delivering one (1) used Volvo Wheel Loader for a total net sum of
$113,850.00.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee and Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2009 Volvo Wheel Loader sole source letter.pdf
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
22. R-2009-0015 Resolution relative to accepting the proposals of Lakeside International Truck and
Truck Country for furnishing three (3) Truck Chassis for a total sum of $231,431.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 1015 Truck Chassis tabulation.pdf
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23. R-2009-0016 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Casper's Truck Equipment for
furnishing and installing three (3) Dump Bodies for a total sum of $119,458.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 1014 Dump Bodies Tabulation.pdf
24. R-2009-0017 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Ayres Associates Inc. for methane
and groundwater sampling at the Lincoln Avenue landfill site for an estimated sum of
$9,800.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
25. R-2009-0018 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Wausau Equipment Co., Inc. for
furnishing Snow Plow Equipment for a total sum of $73,504.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 1016 Snow Plow Equip tabulation.pdf
26. R-2009-0021 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Ewald Automotive Group and Badger
Truck for furnishing and delivering seven (7) vehicles for a total sum of $119,040.78.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2008-207 Lt Truck Tabulation.pdf
27. R-2009-0025 Resolution accepting work of Wm. Beaudoin & Sons, Inc. for the installation of new
concrete curb and gutter, concrete pavement, new concrete driveways, storm sewer,
storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main, building services and utility
adjustments in various locations in West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement
of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2007 Project No. 12.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
28. 2009-0040 Charles Naber, owner of West Allis Blueprint & Supply, communication regarding
objection to the proposed assessments for improvement of S. 116 St. from 500 feet
north of W. Rogers St. to W. Lincoln Ave.
Attachments: 2009-0040.pdf
29. 2009-0058 Communication from City Engineer Regarding 60th Street Reconstruction Project.
Attachments: 60th Street Update.doc
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
None.
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LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
30. 2009-0020 2008-2009 Tavern Operator License application no. 09-618 of Jason A. Van Dyke.
31. 2009-0021 2008-2009 Tavern Operator License application no. 09-621 of Jessica A. Charris.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
32. 2009-0010 2008-2009 Instrumental Music License application no. 1484, City Slick Sports Bar,
LLC, Diven A. Randolph, Agent, d/b/a City Slick Sports Bar, for premises located at
5819 W. National Ave.
33. 2009-0011 2008-2009 Instrumental Music License application no. 1489, DNA of Sheboygan
Falls, Inc., Demetri S. Itsines, Agent, d/b/a Koozy's Bar & Grille, for premises
located at 1657 S. 108 St.
34. 2009-0049 Time Warner Cable communication regarding customers able to preview ESPN Full
Court January 10-17, 2009.
Attachments: 2009-0049.pdf
35. 2009-0017 Appointment of new agent, Christina Costello, by Sam's East Inc, d/b/a Sam's Club
#6303, located at 1540 S. 108 St. (2008-2009 Combination Class A Liquor License
no. 933).
36. 2009-0018 2008-2009 Special Class B Beer and Wine License application(s).
License applications nos. 19-20 granted.
37. 2009-0037 2008-2009 and 2008-2010 Tavern Operator License applications.
2008-2009 License application nos. 619-620 and 622-623 granted.
2008-2010 License application nos. 293-294 and 297-298 granted.
38. 2009-0051 2008-2010 Tavern Operator License application no. 10-295 of Meghan E. Silas.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
39. 2009-0052 2008-2010 Tavern Operator License application no. 10-296 of Brooke A.
Neumann.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
40. 2009-0022 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
December 2008.
Attachments: 2009-0022.pdf
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41. 2009-0027 Police Department Report involving Koozy's Bar & Grille, 1657 S. 108 St.
(2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 1421, Dance Hall License no. 1422 and
Cigarette License no. 1423 of DNA of Sheboygan Falls, Inc., Demetri S. Itsines,
Agent, Incident Date: December 16, 2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
42. 2009-0023 Police Department Report involving Shawna's Pub and Grub, 1101 S. 60 St.
(2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 1334, Dance Hall License no. 1335,
Instrumental Music License no. 1336 and Cigarette License no. 1336 of Wheatco
Enterprises, LLC, Shawna M. Fischer, Agent, Incident Date: November 29, 2008).
43. 2009-0024 Police Department Report involving Brass Monkey, 11904 W. Greenfield Ave.
(2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 1238 and Instrumental Music License no.
1328 of Ron's Drivein, LLC, Ronald L. Thelen, Agent, Incident Date: December 1,
2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
44. 2009-0025 Police Department Report involving Rocco's Bar & Grill, 1309 S. 60 St. (2008-2009
Class B Tavern License no. 1361, Dance Hall License no. 1363 and Cigarette
License no. 1362 of Rocco A. Landgraff, Incident Date: December 3, 2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
45. 2009-0026 Police Department Report involving Lenny's, 6309 W. National Ave. (2008-2009
Class B Tavern License no. 458, Dance Hall License no. 506 and Cigarette License
no. 1357 of Lenny's, Inc., Leonard E. Malan, Agent, Incident Date: December 12,
2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
46. 2009-0028 Police Department Report involving Scotty's Pub, 6500 W. Greenfield Ave.
(2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 1254, Dance Hall License no. 1255 and
Cigarette License no. 1256 of Iris Girl, LLC, Peter D. Crivello, Agent, Incident Date:
December 18, 2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
47. 2009-0029 Police Department Report involving Thirsty's Saloon & Eatery, 6833 W. National
Ave. (2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 1096, Dance Hall License no. 1098,
Instrumental Music License no. 1247 and Cigarette License no. 1097 of FB
Beverages, LLC, Lori L. Szuslik, Member, Incident Date: December 18, 2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
48. 2009-0030 Police Department Report involving Mugshotz, 1902 S. 68 St. (2008-2009 Class B
Tavern License no. 1380, Dance Hall License no. 1382, Instrumental Music License
no. 1383 and Cigarette License no. 1381 of Mugshotz, Inc., Gregory J. Steffek,
Agent, Incident Date: December 24, 2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
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49. 2009-0031 Police Department Report involving Jock Stop Sports Bar, 7930 W. National Ave.
(2008-2009 Class B Tavern License no. 880 and Dance Hall License no. 882 of
JOCII Enterprises, LLC, Christopher J. Bitz, Agent, Incident Date: December 27,
2008).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
50. 2009-0032 Police Department Report regarding December 23, 2008 Alcohol Compliance Check
involving fifteen (15) West Allis businesses, resulting with three (3) selling alcohol to
an underage person without requesting identification (2008-2009 Combination Class
A Liquor License no. 936 and Cigarette License no. 1077 of Town Beer & Liquor,
Inc., Joseph A. Kovacich, Agent, d/b/a Town Beer & Liquor, 903 S. 84 St.).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
51. 2009-0033 Police Department Report regarding December 23, 2008 Alcohol Compliance Check
involving fifteen (15) West Allis businesses, resulting with three (3) selling alcohol to
an underage person without requesting identification (2008-2009 Class A Beer
License no. 907 and Cigarette License no. 1013 of INXS Beverages, LLC, Suraj
Ozman, Agent, d/b/a Walsh's Beer & Liquor, 10910 W. Greenfield Ave.).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
52. 2009-0034 Police Department Report regarding December 23, 2008 Alcohol Compliance Check
involving fifteen (15) West Allis businesses, resulting with three (3) selling alcohol to
an underage person without requesting identification (2008-2009 Combination Class
A Liquor License no. 1398 and Cigarette License no. 1399 of Swami & Sai, LLC,
Rajesh G. Patel, Agent, d/b/a VJ's Food Mart, 9206 W. Schlinger Ave.).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
53. 2009-0044 Chief of Police communication requesting permission to destroy certain records.
Attachments: 2009-0044.pdf
54. 2009-0050 Legislative Committee minutes for January 13, 2009.
Attachments: LEG CMTE MINS 011309.pdf
55. 2009-0053 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Caroline Thomas as a member of the West Allis
Beautification Committee, her two-year term to expire December 31, 2010.
Attachments: Thomas.Beau.pdf
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56. 2009-0054 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Beautification Committee of
Charlene Dempsey, Laurie Kadunc, Debra Plantiko, and Patricia Wolfe, their
two-year terms to expire December 31, 2010.
Attachments: BeautCmte.pdf
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
57. 2009-0055 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Karen Timonen as a member of the West Allis
Beautification Committee, under the guidelines of the ordinance pertaining to limitation
on consecutive terms for members of boards and commissions, her two-year term to
expire December 31, 2010.
Attachments: Timonen.Beau.pdf
58. 2009-0056 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Health of Mary Cay
Freiberg and Justin Hern, their two-year terms to expire January 1, 2011.
Attachments: BdHealth.pdf
59. 2009-0057 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Barbara Janusiak as a member of the West Allis
Board of Health, under the guidelines of the ordinance pertaining to limitation on
consecutive terms for members of boards and commissions, her two-year term to
expire January 1, 2011.
Attachments: Janusiak.BdHlth.pdf
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, 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.
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O. ADJOURNMENT
to adjourn at 7:59 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on February 3,
2009, at 7:00 p.m
/s/ Paul M. Ziehler
City Administrative Officer
Clerk/Treasurer
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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.
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