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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, Rosalie L. Reinke, Daniel J. Roadt, Tracy Stefanski, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel Wednesday, February 19, 2020 7:03 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers 7525 W. Greenfield Avenue A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:03 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Czaplewski. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. R-2020-0096 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. Wollmer Rd. from W. National Ave. to W. Oklahoma Ave. by major asphalt resurfacing, miscellaneous sidewalk repair, miscellaneous driveway repair, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay and utility adjustments Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0096 signed Explanation by Peter Daniel, City Engineer. Public Comments: Ken Fiege - asked about municipal bonds. Kevin Nitka, President of Guardian Credit Union - asked about disruptions and access to his business. Public Hearing Held. 2. R-2020-0057 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for 2011 Massage, a proposed massage business, to be located at 735 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - 2011 Massage AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2020-0057 2011 Massage 0004018152 City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Explanation by Steve Schaer, Manager, Planning & Zoning Division. Public Comments: Danna Kuehn, 1483 S. 90 St., asked about hours of operation. Susie Metzenheim, 1009 S. 111 Pl., concerned with the number of massage parlors on Hwy. 100. Jon Leonardelli, 830 S.109 St., listed other massage parlors on Hwy. 100. Rachel Sawyer, 910 S. 111 Pl., not sure all concerns are valid. Suzzette Grisham, 9515 W. Lapham St., supports small business. Katie Clayton, 801 S. 108 St., building manager of the property, commented on wanting a clean and peaceful business. Public Hearing Held. 3. R-2020-0058 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Asian Massage, a proposed massage business, to be located at 1405 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - Asian Massage Public Hearing Cancelled. Applicant withdrew Special Use request. 4. R-2020-0060 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor, an existing grocery and liquor store located at 1568 S. 81 St., proposing to relocate within a commercial portion of the mixed use building at 2248 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - State Fair Liquor AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2020-0060 State Fair Liquor 0004018181 Explanation by Steve Schaer, Manager, Planning & Zoning Division. One (1) written objection received from a property owner. Public Comments: Greg Smith, 2115 S. 80 St., spoke in favor stating that the business hasn't had any problems at the current location and the business will work with neighbors. The following are opposed to the proposed Special Use Permit: Stacy Presley, 2239 S. 107 St. Glen Kopet, 2229 S. 107 St. Peter Stefaniak, owner of The Stefaniak Group located at 2234 S. 108 St. Rosanne Kopet, 2229 S. 107 St. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Public Hearing Held. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Judge Dan Gabler, Milwaukee County Circuit Court Branch 29, spoke regarding the West Allis Police Officers in his courtroom and we should be very proud. The following spoke with concerns of the Senior Center: Mark Tiegs, 2521 S. 98 St. Carol Graham, 1808 S. 63 St. Mary Devitt, 7001 W. National Ave. Cookie Beergert, 1545 S. 94 Pl. Patricia Wikenhauser, 12017 W. Hayes Ave. Colleen Hungelmann, 11123 W. Ohio St. Charlie Chapteo, 4114 S. 68 St. Linda Gatton, 2469 S. 80 St. Peggy Whitmann, 700 S. 56 St. R. Villanueva, 3002 S. 76 St. Ron Mandelin, 1564 S. 76 St. F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Mayor Devine announced that the following Standing Committees would meet during recess: Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety & Development, License & Health, and Advisory. G. MAYOR'S REPORT None. H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT Ald. May thanked Ald. Lajsic and representatives of the Senior Center for updates to the resolution. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. 2020-0138 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of February 4, 2020 Attachments: 020420 CC minutes.draft A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Roadt, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried unanimously. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 6. 2020-0123 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of January 2020, consisting of all fines, costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $86,179.65 Attachments: Municipal Judge January 2020 This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 7. 2020-0109 Claim by Lake States Vending, Inc. regarding 2019 property taxes Attachments: Claim - Lake States Vending Claims Report-March, 2020 This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote. 8. 2020-0108 Claim by Reginald L. Zeniecki, d/b/a Reggie’s Amusement regarding 2019 property taxes Attachments: Claim - Reggie's Amusements Claims Report-March, 2020 This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote. 9. 2020-0124 Claim by Jessica Pearson regarding damage to property at 3141 S. 114 St. on January 18, 2020 Attachments: 2020-0124 Claim - Jessica Pearson Claims Report-April, 2020 This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was madeby Ald. May, seconded by Ald. Barczak, to approve all the actions on item nos. 6-9 on a Block Vote. The motion carried unanimously. K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS None. L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Stefanski, that the Council recess until completion of the Standing Committee meetings. The motion carried unanimously. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 8:50 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 9:56 p.m., and the roll call being taken, the following were present: Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 10. R-2020-0077 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to amend an existing agreement with Corre, Inc. for Engineering Consulting Bridge Inspection Services for a total sum not to exceed $4,900 as well as authorizing a budget transfer to fund this initiative Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Proposal - 2020 Bridge Inspections Work Order 2020 Bridge Inspection.signed R-2020-0077 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 11. R-2020-0101 Resolution to accept the sole source proposal of Badger Meter for providing Beacon Meter Reading Software and Hardware for a total sum of $28,781.60 Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee and Public Works Committee Attachments: Badger Meter revised beacon quote Sole Source-Beacon Badger Meter reading hardware proposal R-2020-0101 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 12. R-2020-0112 Resolution authorizing the purchase of fifty (50) electronic poll book devices, known as Badger Books from, Paragon Development Systems, Inc. for a total net sum of $99,940 Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: R-2020-0112 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 13. R-2020-0080 Resolution relative to accepting the single source proposal of Assessment Technologies of Wisconsin, LLC for providing a Market Drive 2020 software upgrade for a total net sum of $10,716.62 Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: 2020_02_04_Asst Tech MD License Renewal_F41661_needs app Council Single Source Purchase Market Drive Annual Upgrade 2-4-20 R-2020-0080 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 14. R-2020-0109 Resolution approving the terms & conditions for an Economic Development Loan to West Allis Community Child Care, LLC in the amount of up to $113,000 Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Attachments: Committment Letter - WA Community Child Care Background Information-WA Comm Child Care R-2020-0109 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 16. 2020-0122 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for January 2020 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,478,833.87 Attachments: January 2020 Monthly Claims Report to CC This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. Roadt, to approve all the actions on items nos. 10-16 on a Block Vote. The motion carriedby the following vote: Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 15. 2020-0146 Request by Comptroller the authority to pay reimbursement for tuition paid A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, that this matter was Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 1- Ald. May 17. R-2020-0071 Resolution to approve intergovernmental agreement with City of Milwaukee to provide law enforcement services for the 2020 Democratic National Convention Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: R-2020-0071 signed DNC partially signed A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. May, that this matter was Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel No: 1- Stefanski PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 18. R-2020-0106 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to enter into an Agreement for reimbursement from MMSD to fund the disconnection of foundation drains and sanitary lateral rehabilitations on various properties throughout West Allis in an amount not to exceed $90,000 City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Funding Agreement WE08_Presign R-2020-0106 signed R-2020-0106 Signed Agreement This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 19. R-2020-0075 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to participate in the development of a watershed based Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4) discharge permit for the Menomonee River watershed Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Draft fact Sheet 1-7-20 Menomonee Draft Permit 1-7-20 R-2020-0075 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 20. R-2020-0076 Resolution approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) to receive $144,100 in funding through the MMSD Green Solutions Program for the installation of Green Infrastructure in the Parking Lot South of Greenfield Ave. and between S. 71 and S. 72 Streets Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Green Solutions Funding Agreement 71 St. Parking Lot R-2020-0076 signed Green Solutions Funding Agreement 71 St Executed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 21. R-2020-0078 Resolution approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) to receive $84,650 in funding through the MMSD Green Solutions Program for the installation of Green Infrastructure in the parking lot south of Greenfield Ave. and between S. 73 and S. 74 Streets Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0078 signed Green Solutions Funding Agreement 73 St Executed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 22. R-2020-0079 Resolution accepting work of KMI Construction, LLC for façade repairs to the West Allis City Hall building located at 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2016 Project No. 8 for final payment in the amount of $2,700 of the $263,564 total project cost City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0079 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 23. R-2020-0082 Resolution accepting work of Wil-Surge Electric, Inc. for furnishing and installing a new standby generator at the West Allis Fire Station #3 located at 10830 W. Lapham St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2018 Project No. 11 for final payment in the amount of $5,000 of the $60,983.53 total project cost Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0082 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 24. R-2020-0088 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to order the removal of the traffic signals at the intersection of S. 76 St. and W. Lapham St. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: 200205 M 76th Lapham - Daniels R-2020-0088 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 25. R-2020-0064 Resolution to approve the extension of a parking lot lease contract by and between the City of West Allis and CTR Partnership, L.P., property owner for the property located at 7400 W. Greenfield Ave. Sponsors: Alderperson Barczak Attachments: DOCS-#89343-v3-West_Allis_parking_lease R-2020-0064 DOCS-#89343-v5-West_Allis_parking_lease KJD edits 2-10-20 R-2020-0064 signed West Allis Parking Lease - 2d Amend_FULLY EXECUTED This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 26. R-2020-0096 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. Wollmer Rd. from W. National Ave. to W. Oklahoma Ave. by major asphalt resurfacing, miscellaneous sidewalk repair, miscellaneous driveway repair, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay and utility adjustments Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0096 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 27. R-2020-0097 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by major asphalt resurfacing, miscellaneous sidewalk repair, miscellaneous driveway repair, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay and utility adjustments in S. Wollmer Rd. from W. National Ave. to W. Oklahoma Ave. and levying special assessments against benefited properties Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: R-2020-0097 signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to approve all the actions on item nos. 18-27 on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 28. R-2020-0108 Resolution relative to determination of an application for an extension of time limitations (up to 6 months) reauthorizing Special Use R-2019-0095 by Jagers LLC, Markus Gorsic, applicant, d/b/a Da Bar, at 1900 S. 60 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application-Extention of Time-Da Bar R-2019-0095 R-2020-0108 partial signed This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 29. 2020-0140 Review of Better Block Summary Report for S. 60 St. and W. Burnham St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Better Block Summary Report This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 30. O-2019-0025 Ordinance to amend Subsections 13.215(2), (6), (10), (16), (18), and (19) of the Downtown Signage Ordinance relative to updating definitions, types of prohibited signs and updates to the changeable copy signs section within the Downtown West Allis Signage Ordinance Sponsors: Alderperson Weigel City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Attachments: ZON-O-1189-7-8-19 Downtown Sign Ordinance DWA Sign Ordinance_ (3) O-2019-0025 signed This matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 31. R-2020-0057 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for 2011 Massage, a proposed massage business, to be located at 735 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - 2011 Massage AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2020-0057 2011 Massage 0004018152 Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 32. R-2020-0058 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Asian Massage, a proposed massage business, to be located at 1405 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - Asian Massage This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 33. R-2020-0060 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor, an existing grocery and liquor store located at 1568 S. 81 St., proposing to relocate within a commercial portion of the mixed use building at 2248 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Application - State Fair Liquor AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2020-0060 State Fair Liquor 0004018181 This matter was Disapproved 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 item nos. 29-30 and 32; item no. 33 was disapproved on a Block Vote . The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE City of West Allis Page 10 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 34. 2020-0044 Application for Transfer of License from Premises to Premises of 2019-2020 Combination Class A Liquor License of State Fair Liquor & Food, Inc., Pabitra Halder, Agent, d/b/a State Fair Liquor & Food Mart, from 1568 S. 81 St. to 2248 S. 108 St. Attachments: State Fair Liquor Transfer AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - 2020-0044 State Fair Liquor Transfer 0003993001 Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 35. 2020-0127 2019-2020 Combination Class B Alcohol License application of 1309 Bar LLC, Taylor P. Rusniak, Agent, d/b/a The Crooked Crow, 1309 S. 60 St. (new-existing location) Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 38. R-2020-0100 Resolution of the Common Council of the City of West Allis directing staff to prepare a plan for the future of the West Allis Senior Center by working with community partners and Commission on Aging Sponsors: Alderperson Czaplewski Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 36. 2020-0137 License applications 2019-2021 Operator’s License applications: Brown, Andrea R. Bitzan, Ana M. Bohmann, Zachary M. Cresca, Jessica A. Graczyk Mosley, Capree A. 2019-2020 Used Vehicle Dealer License application: d/b/a Infiniti Milwaukee, Lupient Milwaukee, Inc., 10595 W. Arthur Ave., Douglas Gillett, Manager 2019-2020 Trailer and Truck Rental License application: d/b/a Komptech Automotive & Service, Inc., 8832 W. Greenfield Ave., 8832 W. Greenfield Ave., Michael Kompas, Agent Temporary Class B Beer & Wine License application: Mother of Perpetual Help Congregation, 1121 S. 116 St., Trivia Night Saturday, February 29, 2020 from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Application no. 2, beer and wine for the 2019-2020 license year) This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 11 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 37. 2020-0139 2019-2020 Class B Temporary Extension of Premises Permit application no. 22 of OAR, LLC, Michael C. O'Connor, Agent, d/b/a O'Connor's Perfect Pint, 8423 W. Greenfield Ave. for St. Patrick’s Day Party, Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Food, tent, and outdoor music with fence across parking lot). First (1st) application for 2019-2020 license year This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was madeby Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to approve all the actions on item nos. 36 & 37 on a Block Vote.The motion carried unanimously. ADVISORY COMMITTEE 40. 2020-0141 Communication from the City Administrator and Communications Director regarding the 2019 Citizen Survey Report Attachments: 2019 Citizen Survey Summary_Final Feb 11 2020 Survey_Communication_02182020_final This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 41. 2020-0120 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Rossie Manka as the Alternate #2 Member of the West Allis Plan Commission, her term to expire February 2, 2023 Attachments: MANKA.PLAN.APPT LTR This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 42. 2020-0142 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Aaron Hess as a member of the West Allis Fair Housing Board, his three-year term to expire February 1, 2023 Attachments: HESS.FAIRHSG Hess, Aaron Application This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 43. 2020-0143 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Devan Gracyalny as a member of the Historical Commission of the City of West Allis, under the guidelines of the ordinance pertaining to limitation on consecutive terms for members of boards and commissions, his five-year term to expire December 31, 2024 Attachments: GRACYALNY.HISTCOMM.SHORT This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, to approve all the actions on item nos. 40-43 on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote: City of West Allis Page 12 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 39. R-2020-0105 A Resolution rescheduling the Common Council meeting of April 8, 2020 to April 22, 2020 Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic Attachments: R-2020-0105 A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. Lajsic, that this matter was Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 7- Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Vitale, and Weigel No: 3- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, and Ald. May 44. R-2020-0056 A Resolution in Support of the National League of Cities’ Leading Together Cities Agenda for the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic Attachments: R-2020-0056 signed A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. May, that this matter was Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. May, Haass, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel No: 2- Ald. Czaplewski, and Stefanski N. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 10:16 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on March 3, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Steven A. Braatz, Jr. City Clerk City of West Allis Page 13 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2020 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 14 Printed on 8/20/2021