Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · December 19, 2017
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Kevin Haass,
Michael P. May, Cathleen M. Probst, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 7:10 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Ave.
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:10 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Weigel.
3. R-2017-0436 Resolution of Commendation for Michael G. Lewis.
Sponsors: Committee of the Whole
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter be Adopted. The
motion carried unanimously.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2017-0356 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Shared Journeys, a
proposed school and childcare facility, to be located within a portion of the existing
Apostle Presbyterian Church building at 1509 S. 76 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0356 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
This matter was Public Hearing Held
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
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Barb Hart, 1040 S. 76 St, commented on the new location and positive aspects of
Shared Journeys.
Lisa Colla, S80 W7490 Haven Drive, Dean and Teacher and Program Facilitator
for Shared Journeys commented on her school, students, mission, and quality
education.
Adrienne Gonzales, 7708 W. Waterford Ave., a former student of Shared Journeys
commented on her positive experiences she gained from Mrs. Colla and Shared
Journeys.
Destiny Roberts, 8828 W. Maple St., as a current student at Shared Journeys
shared her positive experiences she has learned from this school.
Joanie Luedke, 1709 S. 80 St., commented on Shared Journeys has outgrown
their current location and is in favor of the new location, the opportunities
Shared Journeys is giving the students, and thanked Apostle for opening the
location to Shared Journeys.
Terese Beauchamp, representing Aurora West Allis Medical Center, had provided
the space for Shared Journeys at the Medical Center and stated that Aurora West
Allis Medical Center will continue to support financially Shared Journeys at their
new location.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Mayor Devine announced that the following Committees would meet during
recess: Committee of the Whole, Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety
& Development, License & Health, and Advisory.
G. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine commented on the participation of Candy Cane Lane that raises
funds for the MACC (Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer, Inc.); and
announced the Community Alliance Against Drugs (CAAD) New Year’s Eve Family
Night event.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. Reinke commented on the success of the Veterans Project and thanked the
community for their generosity of gifts for this project on behalf of the
Celebrations Committee. Those gifts serviced the 9th Floor of the Veteran’s
Hospital, the homeless Veterans from a local church program, and the green
house on site at the Veterans Hospital site. Ald. Reinke thanked all of the people
involved for making this an overwhelming success.
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I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. 2017-0960 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council regular meeting of December 5, 2017.
Attachments: 120517 CC Minutes.draft
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. May, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
4. 2017-0807 Shelly Kerwin claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at West Allis City
Hall Parking Lot, 7525 W. Greenfield Avenue, on November 1, 2017.
Attachments: S. Kerwin claim
This matter was Referred for Legal Actionto the City Attorney
5. 2017-0947 Lizzette Martinez Notice of Claim relative to an incident allegedly sustained on August
14, 2017 at S. 102 Street.
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Weigel, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that the Council recess until
completion of Committee meetings The motion carried unanimously.
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:41 p.m. Upon returning from recess at
8:30 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
7. R-2017-0341 Resolution to adopt City of West Allis Core Values and Core Competencies.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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Attachments: Core Values
Core Competencies
R-2017-0341.signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
8. R-2017-0374 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with the Village of West Milwaukee
for Public Health Services for 2018-2019.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Public Health Services Agreement with Village of West Milwaukee
R-2017-0374 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
9. R-2017-0388 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with the Village of West Milwaukee
for Information Technology Services for 2018-2019.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Information Technology Services Agreement with Village of West
Milwaukee
R-2017-0388 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
10. R-2017-0432 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Kelley Communications for furnishing,
delivering and installing Category 6 Communication/Phone Cable at various City of
West Allis buildings for a total sum of $32,393.31, including a capital budget transfer
from the IT Joint Venture Fund to the Buildings and Facilities Capital Projects Fund
which is required to fund this effort.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: IT Director communication re telephone cabling upgrade
Vendor Proposal for telephone cabling upgrade
IT Report re telephone cabling upgrade
R-2017-0432 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
11. R-2017-0433 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with Wisconsin Community Services,
Inc. for West Allis Mediation Center for 2018.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2018 Mediation Center Agreement (unsigned)
R-2017-0433 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
12. R-2017-0434 Resolution to adopt City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual No. 1111,
Monthly Employee Recognition Program.
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Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: New Policy 1111 (Draft)
R-2017-0434 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
13. R-2017-0435 Resolution amending City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual No. 1468,
Vehicle/Equipment Operation, Driving Policy and Mileage Reimbursement.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Policy 1468.Marked Copy
R-2017-0435 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
14. 2017-0815 Communication from City Administrator regarding notification of resignation from
Monica Schultz, City Clerk, effective February 9, 2018.
Attachments: Communication regarding resignation of City Clerk
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
15. 2017-0126 Communication from City Administrator requesting approval to fill the upcoming
vacant position of City Clerk.
Attachments: Request to fill City Clerk position
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
16. 2017-0318 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for November 2017 indicating City of
West Allis checks issued in the amount of $4,167,605.15.
Attachments: November 2017 Monthly Claims Report to CC
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
City Attorney Claim Report
17. 2015-0167 Konstantakis Law Office, LLC communication submitted on behalf of Danny P.
Sarandos relative to personal injuries allegedly sustained on November 30, 2014.
Attachments: Konstantakis.DSarandos.personal inj
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
18. 2017-0064 Summons and Complaint in the matter of U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., vs Todd Fraiser, et
al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 17CV000403.
Attachments: S&C US Bank Trust
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
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A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. May, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
19. R-2017-0305 Resolution authorizing and directing the Interim City Engineer to Amend an Existing
Agreement with Corre, Inc. for Engineering Consulting Services to Design an Endwall
for the 124th Street Culvert over the Root River for a Total Sum Not to Exceed
$8,052.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0305 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
20. R-2017-0318 Resolution to approve bid of WIL-surge Electric, Inc. for the furnishing and
installation of a new standby generator at the West Allis Fire Administration Building
located at 7332 West National Avenue in the City of West Allis in the amount of
$83,871.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2017-29 Bid Results
R-2017-0318 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
21. R-2017-0390 Resolution Approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the City of
New Berlin Whereby the City of New Berlin will Pay its Share of an Improvement
Project on South 124th Street.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: S 124 Agreement - 2018 NB Revision 112917
R-2017-0390 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
22. R-2017-0438 Resolution accepting work of UPI, LLC for installation of sanitary sewer relay,
sanitary sewer spot relays and sanitary sewer spot lining and grouting in various
locations within the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said
contract in accordance with contract terms for final payment of 2015 Project No. 15
in the amount of $24,381.60 of the $1,297,026.70 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0438 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
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23. R-2017-0439 Resolution relative to accepting the proposals of Bartlett Arborist Supply, Midwest
Arborist Supply, and Site-One for providing ArborJet Tree-age Emerald Ash
insecticide treatment, IMA insecticide treatment, Propizol insecticide treatment, arbor
plugs, Air Viper needles , and lubricant for a total net sum not to exceed $50,566.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Emeral Ash Treatment Bid Tab
R-2017-0439 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
24. R-2017-0446 Resolution accepting work of Payne & Dolan, Inc. for asphalt resurfacing of the
pavement including the milling of the pavement with miscellaneous driveway and
sidewalk repair, sanitary sewer relay, and utility adjustments in S. 95th St: W. Lincoln
Ave. to W. Hayes Ave. and W. Hayes Ave.: S. 92nd St. to S. 95th St. in the City of
West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with
contract terms for final payment of 2015 Project No. 12 in the amount of $18,273.30
of the $453,523.46 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0446 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
24a. R-2017-0448 Resolution relative to directing staff to assemble an action plan for replacement of the
City’s Public Works Facility.
Sponsors: Ald. Lajsic and Ald. Barczak
Attachments: R-2017-0448 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
6. 2017-0961 Communication regarding Loan for Reclaimers, LLC.
Attachments: Ltr.Comm.Whole.Reclaimers
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
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SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
25. O-2017-0054 An Ordinance to Enact Parking Restrictions on the East Side of the 1600 Block of S.
74th Street from 135 Feet South of W. Lapham Street to W. National Avenue so
that No Parking Would Be Allowed Anytime Except for Fire Department Business
Only.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
26. R-2017-0430 Resolution approving an extension of time to record the approved Certified Survey
Map to combine existing lots located at 1480-88 S. 84 St., 1515 S. 83 St., 82** W.
Orchard St., 15** S. 83 St., 1525-27 S. 83 St., 1529-31 S. 83 St., 1533-35 S. 83
St. into two new lots, split a portion of the existing lot located at 1515 S. 83 St. into a
new lot, and combine two other existing lots located at 1502 S. 83 St. and 15** S.
83 St. into one lot for the development of “Element 84” within the 84th and Greenfield
Redevelopment area, submitted by John Ross, d/b/a Ogden & Company, Inc.
(Current Tax Key Nos. 451-0642-006, 452-0712-000, 452-0711-000,
452-0420-000, 452-0421-000, 452-0422-000, 452-0423-000, 452-0417-001
and 452-0415-000).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0430 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
27. 2017-0183 Certified Survey Map to divide the existing property located at 1021 S. 84 St. and
1022 S. 85 St. from one lot into two lots of record submitted by David Radomski
property owner (Tax Key No. 442-0379-000).
Attachments: Application - CSM - Radomski
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
28. 2017-0290 Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundaries for lands located at
3407-3431 S. 113 St. submitted by David T. Wimmer on behalf of Riverwood
Associates I, LLC property owner (Tax Key No. 523-0063-000, Tax Key No.
523-0064-000 and Tax Key No. 523-0065-000).
Attachments: Application - CSM - Riverwood Assoc.
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
29. R-2017-0431 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundary for
lands located at 10205 W. Greenfield Ave. and 10211 W. Greenfield Ave. submitted
by Michael Nau of Hillside, LLC, property owner (Tax Key No. 449-9996-003 and
449-9995-004).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
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Attachments: R-2017-0431 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
30. 2017-0795 Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundary for lands located at 10205
W. Greenfield Ave. and 10211 W. Greenfield Ave. submitted by Michael Nau of
Hillside, LLC, property owner (Tax Key No. 449-9996-003 and 449-9995-004).
Attachments: Application - Hillside Properties
Staff Report - CSM
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
31. R-2017-0356 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Shared Journeys, a
proposed school and childcare facility, to be located within a portion of the existing
Apostle Presbyterian Church building at 1509 S. 76 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2017-0356 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
32. 2017-0731 Special Use Application for Shared Journeys, a proposed school and childcare
facility, to be located within a portion of the existing Apostles building located at 1509
S. 76 St. submitted by Lisa Colla, Shared Journey, on behalf of Apostles
Presbyterian Church (Tax Key No. 452-0082-001)
Attachments: Application - Shared Journeys
Staff Report - Shared Journeys
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
34. 2017-0922 License Applications.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2017-2018
Negron, Nelson; Wilbrandt, Victoria; and Williams, Alexandria, E.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2017-2019
Cresto, Tammy, L.; Ellrick, Jessica, R.; Fischer, Nathan, D.; Kass, Steven, J.;
Keepers, Haley, J.; and Masch, Randall, C.
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This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote
35. 2017-0910 Appointment of new Agent, Linda M. Best, by Aldi Inc. (Wisconsin), d/b/a Aldi #10
located at 1712 S. 108 Street.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
36. 2017-0796 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
November 2017.
Attachments: Tavern Violations Report November 2017
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
37. 2017-0797 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: November 10, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
38. 2017-0798 Police Department Report involving Happy Tap, 6801 W. Beloit Rd., of Rock
Investments of WI, LLC, Kim M. Caze, Agent, Incident Date: November 11, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
39. 2017-0799 Police Department Report involving Limanski’s Pub, 8900 W. Greenfield Ave., of
CRG Investments LLC, Kathy L. Goedde, Agent, Incident Date: November 11,
2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
40. 2017-0800 Police Department Report involving Pallas/Aris Sport Bar, 1657 S. 108 St., of
Yiannis, Inc., George Glavas, Agent, Incident Date: November 18, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
41. 2017-0801 Police Department Report involving Harry O’s 2nd Base, 6743 W. Lincoln Ave., of
Harry O’s, Inc., Harry J. Strahlendorf, Agent, Incident Date: November 19, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
42. 2017-0802 Police Department Report involving Tom Amann, LLC, 8824 W. Becher St., of Tom
Amann LLC, Tom P. Amann, Agent, Incident Date: November 25, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
43. 2017-0803 Police Department Report involving Lynch’s, 2300 S. 108 St., of D & N Lynch, Inc.,
Joseph E. Lynch, Agent, Incident Date: November 3, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
44. 2017-0804 Police Department Report involving Rockstars Saloon, 5826 W. Burnham St., of
Sharon L. Butterfield, Incident Date: November 10, 2017.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
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45. 2017-0805 Police Department Report regarding November 11, 2017 Alcohol Compliance
Check involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco
to an underage person without requesting identification (R & D Krueger Enterprise,
Inc., Jeffrey J. Krueger, Agent, d/b/a Dickens Grille & Spirits, premises located at
9646 W. Greenfield Avenue).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
46. 2017-0806 Police Department Report regarding November 18, 2017 Tobacco Compliance
Check involving seven (7) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco
to an underage person without requesting identification (Evisuals, Enrique H.
Gonzalez, Agent, d/b/a In and Out Grocery, premises located at 5932 W. Burnham
Street).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
47. 2017-0808 Police Department Report involving Jerome J. Pflugradt, 2016-2018 Operator's
License (bartender/sales clerk) no. 18-161, (Rockstar Saloon, 5826 W. Burnham
St.) Incident Date: November 10, 2017.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
48. 2017-0757 2017-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-380 of
Shawn M. Jacques.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
49. 2017-0816 2017-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-385 of
Heather M. Lynch.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
50. 2017-0817 2017-2018 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 18-319 of
Katie M. Robinson.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
51. 2017-0911 Findings and Recommendations in the Matter of the Noise Variance Five Year
Extension Permit Request of Motor Castings Company at 1323 S. 65 Street.
Attachments: Motor Casting F&R 12-19-17
Clerk Communcation
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
52. 2017-0705 Request from Joseph Kempen, President, Motor Castings Company located at 1323
S. 65 St. for a five year extension of the Noise Variance.
Attachments: Motor Castings Co. request
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to approve all the actions on
the preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
33. 2017-0783 2017-2018 Class B Tavern Liquor License application no. 2519 of JC’s Pub, Inc.,
Jeffery M. Clark, Agent, d/b/a JC’s Pub, for the premises located at 8028 W.
National Ave. (new-existing).
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. May, that this matter was Approved
subject to the necessary requirement(s). The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
Present: 1- Ald. Barczak
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
53. 2017-0948 City Clerk communication requesting permission to destroy certain records.
Attachments: Destruction of Records 2017
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
54. 2017-0951 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Adam Hengel to the West Allis Library Board, his
term to expire July 1, 2018.
Attachments: Hengel Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
55. 2017-0952 Appointments by Mayor Devine of Youth Members (Balderas, Jackson, Nunnery,
Prusinski) to the West Allis Youth Commission.
Attachments: Appointment Letter for Youth Commission Members
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
56. 2017-0953 Reappointments by Mayor Devine of Frank Bialek and Linda Grulke as members 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, their
two-year terms to expire January 1, 2020.
Attachments: Bialek Appointment Letter
Grulke Appointment Letter
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This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
57. 2017-0954 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Health of Ald. Rosalie
Reinke, Ald. Dan Roadt, and Karen Gibbs, their two-year terms to expire January 1,
2020.
Attachments: Reinke Appointment Letter
Roadt Appointment Letter
Gibbs Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
58. 2017-0955 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Sarah Fonaas as a member of the Historical
Commission of the City of West Allis, her term to expire December 31, 2021.
Attachments: Fonaas Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. Probst, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. May, Ald. Probst, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
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N. ADJOURNMENT
Council President Lajsic wished all a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year.
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 8:37 p.m., with the next
regularly scheduled meeting to be held on January 2, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Monica Schultz, City Clerk
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Agenda
City of West Allis
Meeting Agenda
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Kevin Haass,
Michael P. May, Cathleen M. Probst, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 7:00 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Ave.
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2017-0356 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Shared Journeys, a
proposed school and childcare facility, to be located within a portion of the existing
Apostle Presbyterian Church building at 1509 S. 76 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
New and Previous Matters referred to Committees may be considered and acted upon by
Committees during the Common Council recess. Unless otherwise announced during the meeting,
the standing Committees of the Common Council will meet during recess in the following rooms
and in the following order:
Room 123 (Mayor's conference room)
Advisory, Public Works, Safety & Development
Room 128
Committee of the Whole, License & Health, Administration & Finance
The general public may contact the Committee Chair relative to an agenda item of interest that
could be discussed or acted on during the recess meetings simultaneously occurring in different
conference rooms. Additionally, if a member has interest in multiple agenda items which are
scheduled for discussion or action during the recess meetings simultaneously occurring, s/he
should contact the chair of the committee to inform of such interest.
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G. MAYOR'S REPORT
1. Recent events attended
2. Awards/commendations
3. Upcoming events
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
1. Recent events attended
2. Awards/commendations
3. Upcoming events
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. 2017-0960 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council regular meeting of December 5, 2017.
Attachments: 120517 CC Minutes.draft
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
3. R-2017-0436 Resolution of Commendation for Michael G. Lewis.
Sponsors: Committee of the Whole
4. 2017-0807 Shelly Kerwin claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at West Allis City
Hall Parking Lot, 7525 W. Greenfield Avenue, on November 1, 2017.
Attachments: S. Kerwin claim
5. 2017-0947 Lizzette Martinez Notice of Claim relative to an incident allegedly sustained on August
14, 2017 at S. 102 Street.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
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M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
New Matters for Introduction
6. 2017-0961 Communication regarding Loan for Reclaimers, LLC.
Attachments: Ltr.Comm.Whole.Reclaimers
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
7. R-2017-0341 Resolution to adopt City of West Allis Core Values and Core Competencies.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Core Values
Core Competencies
8. R-2017-0374 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with the Village of West Milwaukee for
Public Health Services for 2018-2019.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Public Health Services Agreement with Village of West Milwaukee
9. R-2017-0388 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with the Village of West Milwaukee for
Information Technology Services for 2018-2019.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Information Technology Services Agreement with Village of West Milwaukee
10. R-2017-0432 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Kelley Communications for furnishing,
delivering and installing Category 6 Communication/Phone Cable at various City of West
Allis buildings for a total sum of $32,393.31, including a capital budget transfer from the
IT Joint Venture Fund to the Buildings and Facilities Capital Projects Fund which is
required to fund this effort.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: IT Director communication re telephone cabling upgrade
Vendor Proposal for telephone cabling upgrade
IT Report re telephone cabling upgrade
11. R-2017-0433 Resolution relative to renewal of the agreement with Wisconsin Community Services,
Inc. for West Allis Mediation Center for 2018.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2018 Mediation Center Agreement (unsigned)
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12. R-2017-0434 Resolution to adopt City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual No. 1111,
Monthly Employee Recognition Program.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: New Policy 1111 (Draft)
13. R-2017-0435 Resolution amending City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual No. 1468,
Vehicle/Equipment Operation, Driving Policy and Mileage Reimbursement.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Policy 1468.Marked Copy
14. 2017-0815 Communication from City Administrator regarding notification of resignation from
Monica Schultz, City Clerk, effective February 9, 2018.
Attachments: Communication regarding resignation of City Clerk
15. 2017-0126 Communication from City Administrator requesting approval to fill the upcoming vacant
position of City Clerk.
Attachments: Request to fill City Clerk position
16. 2017-0318 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for November 2017 indicating City of
West Allis checks issued in the amount of $4,167,605.15.
Attachments: November 2017 Monthly Claims Report to CC
City Attorney Claim Report
17. 2015-0167 Konstantakis Law Office, LLC communication submitted on behalf of Danny P.
Sarandos relative to personal injuries allegedly sustained on November 30, 2014.
Attachments: Konstantakis.DSarandos.personal inj
City Attorney recommended to be placed on file.
18. 2017-0064 Summons and Complaint in the matter of U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., vs Todd Fraiser, et al,
regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 17CV000403.
Attachments: S&C US Bank Trust
City Attorney recommended to be placed on file.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
19. R-2017-0305 Resolution authorizing and directing the Interim City Engineer to Amend an Existing
Agreement with Corre, Inc. for Engineering Consulting Services to Design an Endwall for
the 124th Street Culvert over the Root River for a Total Sum Not to Exceed $8,052.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
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20. R-2017-0318 Resolution to approve bid of WIL-surge Electric, Inc. for the furnishing and installation of
a new standby generator at the West Allis Fire Administration Building located at 7332
West National Avenue in the City of West Allis in the amount of $83,871.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2017-29 Bid Results
21. R-2017-0390 Resolution Approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the City of New
Berlin Whereby the City of New Berlin will Pay its Share of an Improvement Project on
South 124th Street.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: S 124 Agreement - 2018 NB Revision 112917
22. R-2017-0438 Resolution accepting work of UPI, LLC for installation of sanitary sewer relay, sanitary
sewer spot relays and sanitary sewer spot lining and grouting in various locations within
the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in
accordance with contract terms for final payment of 2015 Project No. 15 in the amount
of $24,381.60 of the $1,297,026.70 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
23. R-2017-0439 Resolution relative to accepting the proposals of Bartlett Arborist Supply, Midwest
Arborist Supply, and Site-One for providing ArborJet Tree-age Emerald Ash insecticide
treatment, IMA insecticide treatment, Propizol insecticide treatment, arbor plugs, Air
Viper needles , and lubricant for a total net sum not to exceed $50,566.00.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Emeral Ash Treatment Bid Tab
24. R-2017-0446 Resolution accepting work of Payne & Dolan, Inc. for asphalt resurfacing of the
pavement including the milling of the pavement with miscellaneous driveway and sidewalk
repair, sanitary sewer relay, and utility adjustments in S. 95th St: W. Lincoln Ave. to W.
Hayes Ave. and W. Hayes Ave.: S. 92nd St. to S. 95th St. in the City of West Allis and
authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms for
final payment of 2015 Project No. 12 in the amount of $18,273.30 of the $453,523.46
total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
25. O-2017-0054 An Ordinance to Enact Parking Restrictions on the East Side of the 1600 Block of S.
74th Street from 135 Feet South of W. Lapham Street to W. National Avenue so that
No Parking Would Be Allowed Anytime Except for Fire Department Business Only.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
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26. R-2017-0430 Resolution approving an extension of time to record the approved Certified Survey Map
to combine existing lots located at 1480-88 S. 84 St., 1515 S. 83 St., 82** W.
Orchard St., 15** S. 83 St., 1525-27 S. 83 St., 1529-31 S. 83 St., 1533-35 S. 83 St.
into two new lots, split a portion of the existing lot located at 1515 S. 83 St. into a new
lot, and combine two other existing lots located at 1502 S. 83 St. and 15** S. 83 St.
into one lot for the development of “Element 84” within the 84th and Greenfield
Redevelopment area, submitted by John Ross, d/b/a Ogden & Company, Inc. (Current
Tax Key Nos. 451-0642-006, 452-0712-000, 452-0711-000, 452-0420-000,
452-0421-000, 452-0422-000, 452-0423-000, 452-0417-001 and 452-0415-000).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
27. 2017-0183 Certified Survey Map to divide the existing property located at 1021 S. 84 St. and 1022
S. 85 St. from one lot into two lots of record submitted by David Radomski property
owner (Tax Key No. 442-0379-000).
Attachments: Application - CSM - Radomski
28. 2017-0290 Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundaries for lands located at 3407-3431
S. 113 St. submitted by David T. Wimmer on behalf of Riverwood Associates I, LLC
property owner (Tax Key No. 523-0063-000, Tax Key No. 523-0064-000 and Tax
Key No. 523-0065-000).
Attachments: Application - CSM - Riverwood Assoc.
29. R-2017-0431 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundary for lands
located at 10205 W. Greenfield Ave. and 10211 W. Greenfield Ave. submitted by
Michael Nau of Hillside, LLC, property owner (Tax Key No. 449-9996-003 and
449-9995-004).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Previous Matters for Consideration
30. 2017-0795 Certified Survey Map to modify the property boundary for lands located at 10205 W.
Greenfield Ave. and 10211 W. Greenfield Ave. submitted by Michael Nau of Hillside,
LLC, property owner (Tax Key No. 449-9996-003 and 449-9995-004).
Attachments: Application - Hillside Properties
Staff Report - CSM
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Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
31. R-2017-0356 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Shared Journeys, a
proposed school and childcare facility, to be located within a portion of the existing
Apostle Presbyterian Church building at 1509 S. 76 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
32. 2017-0731 Special Use Application for Shared Journeys, a proposed school and childcare facility,
to be located within a portion of the existing Apostles building located at 1509 S. 76 St.
submitted by Lisa Colla, Shared Journey, on behalf of Apostles Presbyterian Church
(Tax Key No. 452-0082-001)
Attachments: Application - Shared Journeys
Staff Report - Shared Journeys
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
33. 2017-0783 2017-2018 Class B Tavern Liquor License application no. 2519 of JC’s Pub, Inc.,
Jeffery M. Clark, Agent, d/b/a JC’s Pub, for the premises located at 8028 W. National
Ave. (new-existing).
34. 2017-0922 License Applications.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2017-2018:
Negron, Nelson; Wilbrandt, Victoria; and Williams, Alexandria, E.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2017-2019:
Cresto, Tammy, L.; Ellrick, Jessica, R.; Fischer, Nathan, D.;
Kass, Steven, J.; Keepers, Haley, J.; and Masch, Randall, C.
35. 2017-0910 Appointment of new Agent, Linda M. Best, by Aldi Inc. (Wisconsin), d/b/a Aldi #10
located at 1712 S. 108 Street.
36. 2017-0796 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
November 2017.
Attachments: Tavern Violations Report November 2017
37. 2017-0797 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: November 10, 2017.
38. 2017-0798 Police Department Report involving Happy Tap, 6801 W. Beloit Rd., of Rock
Investments of WI, LLC, Kim M. Caze, Agent, Incident Date: November 11, 2017.
39. 2017-0799 Police Department Report involving Limanski’s Pub, 8900 W. Greenfield Ave., of CRG
Investments LLC, Kathy L. Goedde, Agent, Incident Date: November 11, 2017.
40. 2017-0800 Police Department Report involving Pallas/Aris Sport Bar, 1657 S. 108 St., of Yiannis,
Inc., George Glavas, Agent, Incident Date: November 18, 2017.
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41. 2017-0801 Police Department Report involving Harry O’s 2nd Base, 6743 W. Lincoln Ave., of
Harry O’s, Inc., Harry J. Strahlendorf, Agent, Incident Date: November 19, 2017.
42. 2017-0802 Police Department Report involving Tom Amann, LLC, 8824 W. Becher St., of Tom
Amann LLC, Tom P. Amann, Agent, Incident Date: November 25, 2017.
43. 2017-0803 Police Department Report involving Lynch’s, 2300 S. 108 St., of D & N Lynch, Inc.,
Joseph E. Lynch, Agent, Incident Date: November 3, 2017.
44. 2017-0804 Police Department Report involving Rockstars Saloon, 5826 W. Burnham St., of Sharon
L. Butterfield, Incident Date: November 10, 2017.
45. 2017-0805 Police Department Report regarding November 11, 2017 Alcohol Compliance Check
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco to an
underage person without requesting identification (R & D Krueger Enterprise, Inc.,
Jeffrey J. Krueger, Agent, d/b/a Dickens Grille & Spirits, premises located at 9646 W.
Greenfield Avenue).
46. 2017-0806 Police Department Report regarding November 18, 2017 Tobacco Compliance Check
involving seven (7) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling tobacco to an
underage person without requesting identification (Evisuals, Enrique H. Gonzalez, Agent,
d/b/a In and Out Grocery, premises located at 5932 W. Burnham Street).
47. 2017-0808 Police Department Report involving Jerome J. Pflugradt, 2016-2018 Operator's License
(bartender/sales clerk) no. 18-161, (Rockstar Saloon, 5826 W. Burnham St.) Incident
Date: November 10, 2017.
48. 2017-0757 2017-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-380 of Shawn
M. Jacques.
49. 2017-0816 2017-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-385 of
Heather M. Lynch.
50. 2017-0817 2017-2018 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 18-319 of Katie
M. Robinson.
51. 2017-0911 Findings and Recommendations in the Matter of the Noise Variance Five Year Extension
Permit Request of Motor Castings Company at 1323 S. 65 Street.
Attachments: Motor Casting F&R 12-19-17
Previous Matters for Consideration
52. 2017-0705 Request from Joseph Kempen, President, Motor Castings Company located at 1323 S.
65 St. for a five year extension of the Noise Variance.
Attachments: Motor Castings Co. request
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
53. 2017-0948 City Clerk communication requesting permission to destroy certain records.
Attachments: Destruction of Records 2017
54. 2017-0951 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Adam Hengel to the West Allis Library Board, his
term to expire July 1, 2018.
Attachments: Hengel Appointment Letter
55. 2017-0952 Appointments by Mayor Devine of Youth Members (Balderas, Jackson, Nunnery,
Prusinski) to the West Allis Youth Commission.
Attachments: Appointment Letter for Youth Commission Members
56. 2017-0953 Reappointments by Mayor Devine of Frank Bialek and Linda Grulke as members 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, their two-year terms to
expire January 1, 2020.
Attachments: Bialek Appointment Letter
Grulke Appointment Letter
57. 2017-0954 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Health of Ald. Rosalie
Reinke, Ald. Dan Roadt, and Karen Gibbs, their two-year terms to expire January 1,
2020.
Attachments: Reinke Appointment Letter
Roadt Appointment Letter
Gibbs Appointment Letter
58. 2017-0955 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Sarah Fonaas as a member of the Historical
Commission of the City of West Allis, her term to expire December 31, 2021.
Attachments: Fonaas Appointment Letter
N. ADJOURNMENT
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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.
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