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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, February 15, 2011 7:00 PM City Hall Common 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 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Kopplin. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. R-2011-0033 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Ohio Ave. from S. 119 St. to S. 122 St., and W. Holt Ave. from 95 feet west of S. 119 St. to 290 feet east of S. 122 St. Sponsors: Public Works Committee The Clerk's Office received two (2) letters of opposition on the proposed improvement. Explanation by Peter Daniels, Principal Engineer. Appearances: None. City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 2. R-2011-0035 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee The Clerk's Office received three (3) letters of concern on the Special Use Permit; one (1) letter from co-developer, Cardinal Capital Management, Inc. Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development. Appearances: Amy Baxter, 2218 S. 68 St., on behalf of the East Allis Association, commended John Stibal and the Development Department for involving their Association early on with the project and keeping in regular contact. The Association supported the redevelopment because the building design will be aesthetically pleasing, services will be improved, a higher quality of life, and the project will bring the residents and neighborhood together. Terry Fischer, pastor of the connected church, agreed with Ms. Baxter, and said that it will be nice to see the building improved and supported the project. He did have questions regarding parking and if the facility will remain the same type that it is. Jeff Wolfe, 2227 S. 66 St., addressed his concerns with controlling the number of people there. Erich Schwenker, 135 S. 84 St., Suite 100, Milwaukee, Cardinal Capital Management representative, commented on the tax credits and funding obtained that specifically describes what can be done. He said that housing is for single occupancy and for those recovering from mental illness. Bridget McMahon, 1635 S. 115 Ct., inquired about the time frame for demolition. Mike Trefz, 2218 S. 67 Pl., asked if there would be any disruption when using the alley. 3. R-2011-0044 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Milwaukee Plumbing and Piping, Inc. offices to be located on the first floor of a mixed-use building located at 11300-02 W. Greenfield Ave. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development. Appearances: Janet Szarik, 1357 S. 113 St., addressed her concerns relative to parking, traffic and noise. Al Holtz, President of Milwaukee Plumbing, said they have six vehicles, and assignments are scheduled by email and phone. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 4. R-2011-0040 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for proposed antennas and associated equipment to be located at the water tower at 8435 W. National Ave. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development. Appearances: None. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Kevin McFaddan, 1212 S. 64 St., described his experience, complaints and meetings relative to the noise coming from Motor Castings since 2005. He requested relief from the noise, and commented on the installation of a scrubber system there. Scott Woeckener, 8544 W. National Ave., introduced and described his multi media company. 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 reminded everyone about the Primary, and announced the Spring Election scheduled for April 5th. Alderpersons Comments None. H. AGENDA APPROVAL that the agenda as submitted be accepted I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 1, 2011 J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 5. 2011-0079 Quarterly Report of Matters Pending Before Committee Prior to November 1, 2010. Attachments: November 1, 2010 Quarterly Report.pdf 6. 2011-0077 Rose & deJong, S.C. Notice of Claim on behalf of Richard Lyles requesting reimbursement in the amount of $1,574.00 relative to an incident allegedly occurring on or around July 8, 1993. 7. 2011-0080 Amended Summons and Complaint in the matter of National Mortgage, LLC vs. Julie A. Balistreri, et al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 10-CV-012968. 8. 2011-0089 Marek K. Matuszczak communication relative to his request of refund on his 2010 taxes. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 Passed The Block Vote 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 7:49 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:30 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 9. R-2011-0036 Resolution relative to Approving 2010 Transfers, Carryovers, Open Purchase Orders, Capital Accumulation Charges and Negative Department Balances. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee Attachments: 2010 Carry Overs.pdf Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. 10. R-2011-0045 Resolution approving the terms and conditions for an Economic Development Loan to Wholesale Partners LLC, d/b/a Cabinets & Counters under the Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program in an amount not to exceed $80,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee 11. R-2011-0046 Resolution approving the terms and conditions for an Economic Development Loan to MPP Enterprises LLC under the Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program in an amount not to exceed $57,000. Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee 12. 2011-0093 Communication from City Administrative Officer regarding request to fill upcoming vacant position of Principal Secretary in the Development Department. Attachments: VACPOSREQ.DevPrinSecy 021511.pdf and Place on File 13. 2011-0086 Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the report for the month of September 2010 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount $2,345,754.65. 14. 2011-0087 Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the report for the month of October 2010 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $4,460,016.05. 15. 2011-0088 Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the report for the month of November 2010 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $5,168,752.39. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 16. 2011-0094 Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the report for the month of December 2010 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $3,537,302.35 Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 17. R-2011-0042 Resolution authorizing staff to petition the Public Service Commission for a PWAC Rate Adjustment. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Milwaukee Water Works notification of rate increase2011.pdf 18. R-2011-0043 Resolution to approve the West Allis Water Utility's February 8, 2011 PWAC Rate Adjustment. Sponsors: Public Works Committee 19. 2011-0069 Communication from Director of Public Works/City Engineer regarding 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Paving Program. Attachments: COMM-2012 Capital Improvement Memo.pdf 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Paving Program.pdf 20. 2011-0078 Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission communication providing a copy of SEWRPC Planning Report No. 52, A Regional Water Supply Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin, and a copy of Commission Resolution No. 2010-18, adopting this plan as a guide for the physical development of the Region. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 21. R-2011-0033 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Ohio Ave. from S. 119 St. to S. 122 St., and W. Holt Ave. from 95 feet west of S. 119 St. to 290 feet east of S. 122 St. Sponsors: Public Works Committee 22. R-2011-0034 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by concrete reconstruction with miscellaneous walk repair, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, sanitary sewer relay, building services and utility adjustments in W. Ohio Ave. from S. 119 St. to S. 122 St., and W. Holt Ave. from 95 feet west of S. 119 St. to 290 feet east of S. 122 St. and levying special assessments against benefited properties. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 23. O-2011-0007 An Ordinance to Adopt the City of West Allis 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee Attachments: O-2011-0007 signed 24. 2011-0084 Special Use Permit applications to establish a new restaurant, Jet's Pizza at 9129 W. Greenfield Ave. within a portion of the multi-tenant commercial building located at 9129-35 W. Greenfield Ave., submitted by Terri Stevens, LS Architecture and William Pat Waple, WJ Pizza,LLC applicant. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 25. R-2011-0032 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to demolish and combine a 3-family residence located at 1341-43 and 43A S. 63 St. and 13** S. 63 St. with Six Points East, a mixed use property located at 6330 W. Greenfield Ave. to create a parking lot expansion for Six Points East, submitted by Martin Merriner, Six Points East, LLC. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee 26. 2011-0083 Certified Survey Map to demolish and combine a 3-family residence located at 1341-43 and 43A S. 63 St. and 13** S. 63 St. with Six Points East, a mixed use property located at 6330 W. Greenfield Ave. to create a parking lot expansion for Six Points East, submitted by Martin Merriner, Six Points East, LLC. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 27. 2011-0090 Communication from Excel Engineering, Inc. requesting an additional 5-month extension of time on filing the Certified Survey Map to demolish and combine a 3-family residence located at 1341-43 and 43A S. 63 St. and 13** S. 63 St. with Six Points East, a mixed use property located at 6330 W. Greenfield Ave. to create a parking lot expansion for Six Points East. 28. R-2011-0031 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to combine all existing platted lots within tax key number 475-0195-001 for the proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. submitted by Norman Barrientos Design and Erich Schwenker of Cardinal Capital Management. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee 29. 2011-0081 Certified Survey Map to combine all existing platted lots within tax key number 475-0195-001 for the proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. submitted by Norman Barrientos Design and Erich Schwenker of Cardinal Capital Management. 30. 2011-0082 Communication from Cardinal Capital Management requesting an additional 5-month extension of time on filing the Certified Survey Map to combine all existing platted lots within tax key number 475-0195-001 for the proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. 31. R-2011-0035 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee 32. 2011-0057 Special Use Permit for proposed demolition of the existing New Samaria apartment building and construction of a new 50-unit multi-family apartment building to be located at 6640-6700 W. Beloit Rd. Attachments: S Loing.pdf Cardinal Capital Mgmt.pdf M Trefz letter of concern.pdf 33. R-2011-0044 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Milwaukee Plumbing and Piping, Inc. offices to be located on the first floor of a mixed-use building located at 11300-02 W. Greenfield Ave. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee 34. 2011-0058 Special Use Permit for Milwaukee Plumbing and Piping, Inc. offices to be located on the first floor of a mixed use building located at 11300-02 W. Greenfield Ave. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 35. R-2011-0040 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for proposed antennas and associated equipment to be located at the water tower at 8435 W. National Ave. Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee 36. 2011-0021 Special Use Permit for proposed antennas and associated equipment to be located at the water tower at 8435 W. National Ave. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 37. 2011-0070 2010-2011 Tavern Operator License application no. 11-601 of Leslie R. Koppelman. 38. O-2011-0006 An Ordinance to Amend Subsection 9.15(2)(a), to Repeal Subsection 9.15(2)(b)7, and to Renumber 9.15(2)(b)8 to 9.15(2)(b)7 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Licenses and Fees for Charitable Organizations Engaged in Pawn Shops, Secondhand Stores and Secondhand Jewelry Dealers. Sponsors: Ald. Czaplewski Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 39. 2011-0092 2010-2011 Used Vehicle Dealer License application(s). License application no. 1749 granted. 40. 2011-0085 2010-2011 Special Class B Beer and Wine License application(s). License applications no. 26-29 granted with alcohol sales and service ending at 11 p.m. 41. 2011-0076 Tavern Operator License applications. 2010-2011 License applications no. 604-606 granted. 42. 2011-0074 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of January 2011. Attachments: Police Rept January 2011.pdf City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 43. 2011-0071 Police Department Report involving Larry Michael's Club & Cafe, 8900 W. Greenfield Ave. (2010-2011 Class B Tavern License no. 472, Dance Hall License no. 1040 and Instrumental Music License no. 1039, Larry M. Beilfuss, Incident Date: January 8, 2011). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 44. 2011-0072 Police Department Report involving Dopp's Bar & Grill, 1753 S. 68 St. (2010-2011 Class B Tavern License no. 1490, Dance Hall License no. 1492, and Instrumental Music License no. 1491 of Doppelgangers, Inc., Tammy L. Dopp, Agent, Incident Date: January 24, 2011) Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 45. 2011-0073 Police Department Report regarding violations of the Wisconsin Indoor Clean Air Act Smoking Ban for the month of January 2011 involving one (1) West Allis business (2010-2011 Class B Tavern License no. 456, and Dance Hall License no. 505 of Phylo's LLC, Philip J. Lehmann, Agent, d/b/a Phylo's, 1501 S. 70 St., Incident Date: January 28, 2011, 1st Offense). Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 ADVISORY COMMITTEE 46. 2011-0075 Chief of Police communication requesting permission to destroy certain records. Attachments: Police Chief communication.pdf 47. 2011-0091 Legislative Committee minutes for February 8, 2011. Attachments: LEG CMTE MINS 020811.pdf 48. 2011-0095 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, 2012. 49. 2011-0096 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Marianna Markowetz as a member of the West Allis Capital Improvement Committee, under the guidelines of the ordinance pertaining to limitation on consecutive terms for members of boards and commissions, her three-year term to expire January 10, 2014. 50. 2011-0097 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Peter Hansen as a member of the West Allis Capital Improvement Committee, his three-year term to expire January 10, 2014. City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 51. 2011-0099 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of John Maydak as a member of the West Allis Community Celebrations Committee, his three-year term to expire December 31, 2013. 52. 2011-0100 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Economic Development (Partnership) Committee of John Klose, Jr. and Mark Panlener, their three-year terms to expire January 1, 2014. 53. 2011-0102 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Rick Bassler as a member of the West Allis Fair Housing Board, his three-year term to expire February 1, 2014. 54. 2011-0103 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Brianna Gonzalez as an Adult Advisor on the West Allis Youth Commission, her four-year term to expire September 30, 2014. 55. 2011-0101 Reappointments by Mayor Devine of Alderperson Richard Narlock and Sandra Piotrowski as a member of the West Allis Fair Housing Board, their three-year terms to expire February 1, 2014. 56. 2011-0098 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Alderperson Rosalie Reinke as a member of the West Allis Community Celebrations Committee, her two year term to expire December 31, 2012. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, 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 8:36 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on March 1, 2011, at 7:00 p.m /s/ Paul M. Ziehler City Administrative Officer Clerk/Treasurer City of West Allis Page 10 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2011 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 11 Printed on 12/21/2018