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Friday, December 19, 2008

Agenda: Public Works: Monday, Dec. 22nd: 5:30PM

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time, and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Monday, December 22nd, 2008 at 5:30 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
*Please note the special time
AGENDA
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; October 28th, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances
A Public Hearings;
1. Waste Water Facility plan Public Hearing
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Final Comments by the Public Works Committee

6 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Discussion and possible motion on new way-finding signs
B Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
C Westfield Meadows Progress Report
D Celtic Ridge Progress Report
E Lake Leota

7 Site plan Reviews

8 Communications from City Engineer –

9 Communications of Public Works Director –
A Discussion and possible motion(s) regarding snow removal.

10 New Business
A Bill Hurley will be present to discuss cemetery fees and policies. Public works will discuss and may act on motions related to cemetery.

11 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)

12 Parks and Recreation Report

13 Adjourn
Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Friday, December 12, 2008

Agenda: Evansville Redevelopment Authority--Dec. 16, 2008

NOTICE

The meeting of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Redevelopment Authority
Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 7:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI

AGENDA


I. Call To Order

II. Declare Quorum

III. Approve Agenda

IV. Approve Minutes of September 16, 2008 meeting

V. Old Business

VI. New Business
A. Discussion on Possible Downtown Window Replacement Program.

VII. Suggestions of items for future agenda (no action to be taken)

VIII. Adjourn

Dan Wietecha, City Administrator

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Friday, December 5, 2008

Agenda: Common Council: Tuesday Dec 9, 2008: 6:30PM

Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of November 11, 2008, regular meeting and to approve them as presented.

5. Citizen appearances
A. Lego Lords.

6. Reports of Committees
A. Plan Commission Report

B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Water & Light bills and authorize their payment.

(2). Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

(3). Motion to disallow Claim for Excessive Assessment at 566 Vision Drive.

(4). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-25, Establishing the Municipal Judge’s Salary for the Year 2009.

(5). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-26, Amending Evansville’s Fee Schedule.

(6). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-27, Memorializing Interfund Loan for Streetsweeper Purchase.

(7). Motion to approve revised Employment Contract and wages for Jodi Sam as Human Resources Administrator.

(8). Motion to approve continued engagement through December 31, 2010, with Consigny, Andrews, Hemming & Grant, SC, as City Attorney at hourly rate of $120.00.

(9). Motion to approve contract renewal through December 31, 2010, with Foth Infrastructure & Environment, Ltd., as City Engineer.

(10). Motion to approve contract through December 31, 2009, with Stockham Consulting as City Planner.

(11). Motion to approve agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for Operation of Youth Program.

(12). Motion to approve agreement with Community Action, Inc., for use and occupancy of 209 South First Street by AWARE in Evansville.

C. Public Safety Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve 2009 Joint Powers Agreement with Rock County for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP).

D. Public Works Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Lake Leota Restoration Contract Addendum.

(2). Public Hearing for Facilities Plan for Wastewater Treatment Plant Modification, Monday, December 22.

E. Water & Light Committee Report

F. Economic Development Committee Report

G. Redevelopment Authority Report

H. Parks and Recreation Board Report

I. Historic Preservation Commission Report

J. Fire District Report

K. Police Commission Report

L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report

7. Unfinished Business
A. Second reading and motion to approve Ordinance 2008-20, Relative to School Truancy. [Sponsors: Wessels and Roberts].

B. Second reading and motion to approve Ordinance 2008-21, Relative to One-Way Streets. [Sponsors: Roberts and Wessels].

8. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
A. Motion to approve Resolution 2008-28, Authorizing Application for an Energy Independent Community 25x25 Planning Grant.

9. Communications from the City Administrator
A. Motion to approve engagement of Johnson Block and Company, Ltd., for audit of year ended December 31, 2008.

B. Motion to approve engagement of Quarles & Brady LLP as bond counsel for $1,365,000 Note Anticipation Notes.

C. Motion to approve Resolution 2008-29, Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes and the Issuance and Sale of Note Anticipation Notes in the Anticipation Thereof in the Amount of Approximately $1,365,000.

10. New Business

11. Introduction of New Ordinances
A. First reading of Ordinance 2008-22, Amending the Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-35. [Properties off Church and Maple Streets]. [Plan Commission initiated ordinance, no sponsor required].

B. First reading of Ordinance 2008-23, Amending Chapter 86 of the Municipal Code Regarding Parks and Recreation. [Sponsors: Ringhand and Roberts].

12. Motion to adjourn


Sandra J. Decker, Mayor

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Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Agenda; Finance Committee: Thurs Dec 4, 2008

NOTICE: The regular meeting of the Finance and Labor Relations Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Finance and Labor Relations Committee
Regular Meeting
Thursday, December 4, 2008, 5:00 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

NOTE – 5:00 start time

AGENDA

Call to order.

Roll call.

Approval of Agenda.

Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of the November 6, 2008, meeting and approve as printed.

Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed.

Motion to approve the W&L bills and authorize their payment.

Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

Unfinished Business:

New Business:
A. Motion to recommend to Common Council disallowance of Claim for Excessive Assessment at 566 Vision Drive.

B. Motion to recommend to Common Council Resolution 2008-27, Memorializing Interfund Loan for Streetsweeper Purchase.

C. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Resolution 2008-25, Establishing the Municipal Judge’s Salary for the Year 2009.

Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Resolution 2008-26, Amending Evansville’s Fee Schedule.

E. Motion to approve revised position description: Human Resources Administrator.

F. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of revised Employment Contract and wages for Jodi Sam as Human Resources Administrator.

G. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of continued engagement with Mark Kopp of Consigny, Andrews, Hemming & Grant, SC, as City Attorney at hourly rate of $120.00.

H. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of contract renewal with Dave Sauer of Foth Infrastructure & Environment, Ltd as City Engineer.

I. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of contract with John Stockham of Stockham Consulting as City Planner.

J. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of agreement with YMCA of Northern Rock County for Operation of Youth Program.

K. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of agreement with Community Action, Inc., for use and occupancy of 209 South First Street by AWARE in Evansville.

Adjournment.

Tom Cothard, Chair
Finance & Labor Relations Committee


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Monday, November 24, 2008

Agenda: Public Works: November 25, 2008; 6:00PM

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time, and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
AGENDA
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; October 28th, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances

A Real Coffee-

6 Lake Leota –
A DNR permit update

7 Site Plan Reviews

8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Discussion and possible motion on new way-finding signs
B Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
C Westfield Meadows Progress Report
D Celtic Ridge Progress Report
E Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report

9 Communications from City Engineer –
A Discussion and possible motion regarding Wastewater Treatment Facility Plans

10 Communications of Public Works Director –

11 New Business

12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)
B Discussion and possible motion regarding Union Township snow removal.
1. Feasibility numbers from Public Works Director

13 Parks and Recreation Report

14 Adjourn

Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Friday, November 21, 2008

Agenda: Evansville Water and Light: November 26 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Water & Light Committee for the City of Evansville will be held at the time and place listed below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Water & Light Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Water & Light Shop, 15 Old Highway 92, Evansville, Wisconsin.
5:30 p.m.


Agenda

1. Roll call.

2. Motion to approve October 29, 2008, Water & Light minutes.

3. Customer concerns.

4. Committee Reports: Chairman Thomas Cothard.

5. Committee Reports: Superintendent Scott George.
a. Baker sub-station.
b. Digger derrick proposals.
c. Energy independence grant application.

6. WPPI Report.

7. New Business.

8. Motion to adjourn.


Thomas Cothard
Committee Chairman

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Economic Development Meets Wednesday, Nov. 19

Evansville Economic Development Committee

Special Meeting
Monday, November 19, 2008, 12:00 noon
Bank of Evansville Community Room, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

The Evansville Economic Development Committee is hosting an informational meeting at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, at the Bank of Evansville Community Room.

A majority of the Economic Development Committee may be present and actively participating in the meeting.

Agenda items include:

1. Presentation on Evansville’s Economic Development Plan – primary goal of establishing an organization to coordinate economic development efforts.

2. Introductory comments by Forward Janesville.

3. Interactive discussion regarding Forward Janesville’s experience and whether it may be replicated in Evansville.

4. No formal action will be taken by the Economic Development Committee during the meeting.

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Agenda: Historic Pres Meets Wednesday Nov. 19th---Addl Historic Districts on Agenda

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Evansville will be held on the 19th day of November, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin, or alternate location. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
3rd Floor, City Hall
7:00pm
***First Draft***

Call to Order
Roll Call
Motion to waive reading of the October 15, 2008 minutes and approve them as read.
Applications – Appearances
None
Old Business:
Administrative
HPC Budget 2009
i. Bill Paying Process
ii. Other Items
Grove Society, John Decker
Redevelopment Authority, Betsy Ahner
Plaque Program Applications
Management of HPC Documents and Records
Discussion of Additional Historic Districts, John Decker
i. Grove Street Historic District
ii. South First Street Historic District
Discussion of Historic Landmarks, John Decker
i. Special Properties
Other Business
Correspondences
Comments and Concerns
Adjournment
Next Meeting Dates: December 17, 2008

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Agenda: School: Finance Committee---Enrollment projections on agenda.

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Agenda; Park Board: Monday, Nov. 17, 2008

Notice

The regular meeting of the Evansville Park & Recreation Board will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Park & Recreation Board Regular Monthly Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Chambers
Monday, November 17, 2008; 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA


1. Call to Order & Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda as printed.

3. Motion to waive reading of minutes of the October 20, 2008 meeting & approve as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, relating to Park & Recreation but not agenda items.

5. SOLE Committee report.

6. Discussion and possible motion regarding all Park & Rec Fees, resident & non-resident for ball & soccer teams and pool rates. Managers of all leagues invited to participate.

7. Discussion and possible motion regarding reservation policy for ball fields, reverse motion from October, after reviewing ordinance. Review and recommend other ordinance changes.

8. Review and revise lease agreement with Grove Society for land use for Baker Bldg.

9. Chair’s report on actions of City Committees & Common Council on items of interest to PRB.

10. Reports/Updates park projects/maintenance: Park Maintenance supervisor Ray Anderson.
a. Lake Leota Park
b. Franklin Park
c. Countryside Park
d. West Side Park
e. Other projects, if any

11. Aquatic Report: Aquatic Director Rick Hamacher.

12. Old Business
Advertising in park & American Legion use of shelter

13. New Business

14. Motion to Adjourn

15. Next meeting December 15, 2008, 6:00 p.m.




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Agenda; Evansville/Union Implementation Committee, Wed, November 19, 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Evansville/Union Implementation Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 19th day of November 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


EVANSVILLE/UNION IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall

AGENDA

1. Call to Order

2. Roll & announce quorum

3. Accept Agenda as printed

4. Motion to waive the reading of the 10-15-08 minutes and accept as printed.

5. Land uses and maps, boundary agreements, utility maps.

6. Review Intergovernmental Agreement information from City Administrator

7. Miscellaneous items.

8. Next meeting date, December 17, 2008, 6:00 p.m., City Hall.

9. Motion to adjourn.
















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Agenda: Police Commission: Wed. Dec 10, 2008

Notice of Meeting and Agenda

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Please take notice that the next meeting of the Evansville Police Commission will take place on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers, 3rd Floor of the Evansville City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin.

The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Roll call
Approval of minutes of April 7, 2008 Police Commission meeting
Citizen appearances
Chief’s report
5. Motion to approve eligibility list for full and part officers, discussion and vote.
6. Motion to grant permission to start another process at Chiefs discretion, discussion and vote.
7. Motion for approval of an amended Departmental Policy on hiring recommended by Chief, discussion and vote.
8. Motion for approval of Departmental Policy on promotions recommended by Chief, discussion and vote.
9. Motion for the Commission to convene in closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Section 19.85(1)(c) in order to discuss confidential information regarding candidates proposed for appointment by the Chief to fill vacant position(s), discussion, and vote on motion. Vote taken by roll call.

--Closed session—

10. Call to order, resume open session
11. Motion to approve the hiring of a new full time officer from list and part time officers from the eligibility list, discussion and vote.
12. Motion to approve the hiring of a candidate as Investigator, discussion and vote.
13. Motion to approve the hiring of a candidate as Lieutenant, discussion, and vote.
Adjournment
Respectfully Submitted:

Walter E. Shannon, Secretary

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Agenda; Public Works Meets Monday --Nov 10th ---Special Meeting

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time, and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Public Works Committee
Special Meeting
Monday, November 10, 2008 at 4:30 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Citizen appearances

5 Lake Leota –
A Review of bidding results and bidder qualifications.

B Discussion and possible motion to recommend to Common Council approval of hiring ____________________ as contractor for performing Lake Leota Restoration.

C Discussion and possible motion to recommend to Common Council approval of contract with Vierbicher Associates for project management and on-site engineering for Lake Leota Restoration.

6 Adjourn

Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Agenda: Finance Committe: Thursday, Nov 6th, 2008

NOTICE: The regular meeting of the Finance and Labor Relations Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Finance and Labor Relations Committee
Regular Meeting
Thursday, November 6, 2008, 5:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

Call to order.

Roll call.

Approval of Agenda.

Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of the October 9, 2008, meeting and approve as printed.

Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed.

Motion to approve the W&L bills and authorize their payment.

Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

Unfinished Business:
Lake Leota Dredging Project.
(1) Motion to recommend to Common Council revision to 2009 Operating Budget to include property tax levy for debt service for Lake Leota Dredging Project.

(2) Motion to recommend to Common Council Resolution 2008-23, Authorizing $2 Million Note Anticipation Notes for Lake Leota Dredging Project.

(3) Motion to recommend to Common Council Resolution 2008-24, Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures from Proceeds of Borrowing.

(4) Motion to recommend to Common Council recommendation to approve contract with Vierbicher Associates for project management and on-site engineering.

Discussion and possible motion regarding 2009-2013 Capital and 2009 Operating Budgets.


New Business:
Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Development Agreement with Matthias and Lisa James.

Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of City Administrator hiring contractor for Senior Services Coordinator.

Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Resolution 2008-22, Authorizing Application for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Development of a Senior/Community Center.

Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of agreement for Centrex (telephone) service.

Next Meeting: Thursday, December 4, at 5:00 (note early start).

Adjournment.

Tom Cothard, Chair
Finance & Labor Relations Committee


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Agenda: Town of Union: Nov 13th----Exceeding the Levy Limit; Wind Ordinance on agenda

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Friday, October 31, 2008

Agenda: Public Safety: Wed Nov. 5th 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 5th day of November 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, November 5, 2008 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Room
31 S Madison Street

AGENDA

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to approve the October 1st regular meeting minutes as printed
4. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed
5. Evansville Police Report
6. Evansville Medical Service Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Public Hearing – Designate One Way Traffic on Railroad and Mill Streets.
1.Introduction
2.Public Hearing
3.Discussion by Committee
4.Motion to council to designate Railroad and Mill Streets for One Way Traffic only.

b. Motion to approve Provisional/Operator License Application(s):
1. Schana L. Kindvall
2. Trudy L. Cloud

9. Motion to adjourn



Diane Roberts, Chairperson


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Agenda; Evansville Planning Commission Meets Nov 3, 2008

Notice

The regular meeting of the Evansville Plan Commission will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Monday, November 3, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of agenda

4. Approval of minutes
A. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes from the October 6, 2008 regular meeting and approve them as printed

5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed

6. Action items
A. Plan Commission-initiated comprehensive plan amendment (Application 2008-35, Helgesen Property) Motion to approve Plan Commission Resolution 2008-4, recommending to Common Council the amendment of the interim future land use map and future land use ma. (NOTE: An affirmative vote of 4 members is required for passage.)
B. Review of alternative methods of intergovernmental cooperation with the Town of Union with possible recommendation to Evansville-Union Implementation Committee.
C. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Community Acknowledgement Form for Letter of Map Revision based on Fill (LOMR-F) at 405 Water Street (former Gibbs Concrete building).

7. Discussion items
A. Update on development agreement for Celtic Ridge subdivision

8. Preliminary development presentations – none

9. Update and discussion regarding Rock County’s draft smart growth comprehensive plan

10. Update on administrative review of site plan amendments – none

11. Update on submittal of CRS (Community Rating System) application

12. Report of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority – none

13. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission – none

14. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee

15. Update on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations

16. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters
A. Approved Eager Fox LLC (Chris Eager and Cheryl Fox) variance for side yard setback in R-2 zoning district (application 2008-33)
B. Approved ADEVCO LLC (Roger Berg) variance for rear yard setback in B-5 zoning district and for on-site parking requirement (application 2008-34)

17. Enforcement - none

18. Next regular meeting date – Monday, December 1, 2008

19. Motion to adjourn

Mayor Sandra J. Decker, Plan Commission Chair

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Agenda; Water and Light: October 29, 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Water & Light Committee for the City of Evansville will be held at the time and place listed below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Water & Light Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Water & Light Shop, 15 Old Highway 92, Evansville, Wisconsin.
5:30 p.m.


Agenda

1. Roll call.

2. Motion to approve September 24, 2008, Water & Light minutes.

3. Customer concerns.
a. Robin Ringhand – Landlord/Tenant billing issue.
b. John & Denise Jones – new lawn irrigation.

4. Committee Reports: Chairman Thomas Cothard.

5. Committee Reports: Superintendent Scott George.

6. WPPI Report.

7. New Business.

8. Motion to adjourn.


Thomas Cothard
Committee Chairman

Monday, October 27, 2008

Agenda; Special Public Works: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 6:30PM

Evansville Public Works Committee

Special Meeting
Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 6:30 pm
Evansville High School, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

The Evansville Public Works Committee is hosting an informational meeting at 6:30 pm on Monday, October 29, 2008, at the Evansville High School.

A majority of the Public Works Committee may be present and actively participating in the meeting.

Agenda items include:

1. Introductory comments by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

2. Interactive discussion regarding floodplains and flood insurance, with particular emphasis on Evansville.

3. No formal action will be taken by the Public Works Committee during the meeting.

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Friday, October 24, 2008

Agenda; Public Works: October 2008

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date, time, and place stated below. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
AGENDA
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; September 23, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances

6 Lake Leota –
A Vierbicher Associates – Project Overview and Update

7 Site Plan Reviews

8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Signage progress
B County Trunk Highway M Progress Report
C Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
D Westfield Meadows Progress Report
E Celtic Ridge Progress Report
F Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report

9 Communications from City Engineer –

10 Communications of Public Works Director –

11 New Business

12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)
B Peter Dast / Real Coffee claim

13 Parks and Recreation Report

14 Adjourn

Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Thursday, October 23, 2008

Agenda: Eager Library: October 28th, 2008

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees for the City of Evansville will be held on the 28th day of October, 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
5:30 p.m.
At Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, WI 53536


AGENDA

If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact Kathi
Kemp at 608/882-2278.

1. Closed session: discussion of Director evaluation.

2. Call to order.

3. Approval of September 2008 minutes (attached).

4. October bills (roll call vote).

5. Librarian’s report:

Discuss 2009 operating and capital budget.

Discuss possibility of acquiring semi-permanent sign for Library lawn.

Discuss fund for expansion of Library and other donations to Library.

Discuss Employee Appreciation Day.

6. Adjourn.

Next meeting: Nov. 25th, 2008.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Agenda: Economic Development: Tues: October 21, 2008: 5:30PM

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 21st. day of October 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council may be in attendance.
City of Evansville
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 5:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St. Evansville, WI

AGENDA
1. Roll call.

2. Approval of agenda.

3. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of September 16th, 2008 regular meeting and approve as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, other than those items listed below.

5. Chamber of Commerce report.

6. Discussion on refinishing Welcome signs.

7. Update on I&E Club start-up and discussion of initial funding support.

8. I&E Club- Kickoff meeting Wednesday Nov.12 with Terry Whipple.

9. Rock County Visitors Guide

10. MACCIT meeting.

11. Rock County Smart Growth Plan – Economic Development Element

12. New Business.

13. Motion to Adjourn.



Tony Wyse, Chair

Agenda; Redevelopment: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 7:30PM

NOTICE

The meeting of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Redevelopment Authority
Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 7:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI

AGENDA


I. Call To Order

II. Declare Quorum

III. Approve Agenda

IV. Approve Minutes of September 16, 2008 meeting

V. Old Business

A. Matthias James Pottery – rehabilitation of 137 East Main Street

VI. New Business

VII. Suggestions of items for future agenda (no action to be taken)

VIII. Adjourn

Dan Wietecha, City Administrator

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Friday, October 17, 2008

Agenda: Park Board: Monday, October 20, 2008

Notice

The regular meeting of the Evansville Park & Recreation Board will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


Park & Recreation Board Regular Monthly Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Chambers
Monday, October 20, 2008; 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA


1. Call to Order & Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda as printed.

3. Motion to waive reading of minutes of the September 15, 2008 meeting & approve as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, relating to Park & Recreation but not agenda items.

5. SOLE Committee report.

6. Discussion and possible motion regarding reservation policy for ball fields.

7. Discussion and possible motion regarding all Park & Rec Fees, resident & non-resident.

8. Request for name change of West Side Park to memorialize Arthur Phillips

9. Chair’s report on actions of City Committees & Common Council on items of interest to PRB.

10. Reports/Updates park projects/maintenance: Park Maintenance supervisor Ray Anderson.
a. Lake Leota Park
b. Franklin Park
c. Countryside Park
d. West Side Park
e. Other projects, if any

11. Aquatic Report: Aquatic Director Rick Hamacher.

12. Old Business
Advertising in park & American Legion use of shelter

13. New Business

14. Motion to Adjourn

15. Next meeting November 17, 2008, 6:00 p.m.



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Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Agenda; Historic Preservation: Wednesday October 15, 2008

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Evansville will be held on the 15th day of October, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin, or alternate location. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
3rd Floor, City Hall
7:00pm
***First Draft***

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to waive reading of the September 17, 2008 minutes and approve them as read.
4. Applications – Appearances
a. 251 West Church Jack Kang – Windows
b. 224 West Church Jim McGoey – Utility Shed/Enclose Landing
5. Old Business:
6. Administrative
a. HPC Budget 2009
i. Fix Bill Paying Process
ii. Other Items
b. Grove Society, John Decker
c. Redevelopment Authority, Betsy Ahner
d. Plaque Program Applications
e. Management of HPC Documents and Records
f. Discussion of Additional Historic Districts, John Decker
g. Discussion of Historic Landmarks
7. Other Business
a. Correspondences
b. Comments and Concerns
8. Adjournment
Next Meeting Dates: November 19, 2008

Agenda: Evansville/ Union Implementation Meets Wednesday

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Evansville/Union Implementation Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 15th day of October 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


EVANSVILLE/UNION IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE

Wednesday, October 15, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall
31 S Madison Street

AGENDA


1. Call to Order

2. Roll & announce quorum

3. Accept Agenda as printed

4. Motion to waive the reading of the 9-17-08 minutes and accept as printed.

5. Land uses and maps, boundary agreements, utility maps.

6. Miscellaneous items.

7. Next meeting date, November 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m., City Hall.

8. Motion to adjourn.





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Friday, October 10, 2008

Agenda: Common Council, Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of September 9, 2008, regular meeting and September 24, 2008, special meeting and to approve them as presented.

5. Citizen appearances
A. Primetimers.

B. SOLE.

C. Public Hearing: Assessments for Madison Street Improvements.

(1). Staff report.
(2). Initial discussion by Council.
(3). Public hearing.
(4). Final discussion by Council.
(5). Motion to adopt Resolution 2008-20, Final Resolution Authorizing Madison Street Improvements and Levying Special Assessments against Benefited Properties for Same.

6. Reports of Committees
A. Plan Commission Report
(1). Motion to adopt Ordinance 2008-18, Rezoning Territory from Local Business District (B-1) to Community Business District (B-3) in Response to Development Application 2008-32. [Second Reading, re-zoning Heimerl/Curves property at 504 East Main Street].

B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Water & Light bills and authorize their payment.

(2). Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

(3). First Reading of Ordinance 2008-19, Adopting 2009 Operating Budget and Setting Levies.

(4). Motion to approve publication of proposed 2009 Operating Budget.

(5). Motion to plan potential debt structure for Lake Leota dredge project with 20 year term and level principal and interest payments.

C. Public Safety Committee Report
(1). Considering one-way traffic on Railroad and Mill Streets, public hearing at November meeting.

D. Public Works Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve final land divider’s agreement with Dysis Group. [Celtic Ridge].

E. Water & Light Committee Report

F. Economic Development Committee Report

G. Redevelopment Authority Report
(1). Motion to approve development agreement with Matthias James Pottery for rehabilitation of 137 East Main Street.

H. Parks and Recreation Board Report

I. Historic Preservation Commission Report
(1). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-19, Authorizing the City Administrator to Apply for a Certified Local Government Subgrant from the Wisconsin Historical Society.

J. Fire District Report

K. Police Commission Report

L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report

7. Unfinished Business

8. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
A. Mayoral Proclamation Recognizing the Week of October 19 through 26, 2008, as “LIVE UNITED Week” in Evansville.

9. Communications from the City Administrator

10. New Business

11. Introduction of New Ordinances

12. Motion to adjourn


Sandra J. Decker, Mayor

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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Agenda: Finance: October 9, 2008

NOTICE: The regular meeting of the Finance and Labor Relations Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Finance and Labor Relations Committee
Regular Meeting
Thursday, October 9, 2008, 5:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1. Call to order.

2. Roll call.

3. Approval of Agenda.

4. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of the September 4, 2008, meeting and approve as printed.

5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed.

6. Motion to approve the W&L bills and authorize their payment.

7. Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

8. Unfinished Business:

A. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of 2009 – 2013 Capital Budget.

B. Motion to recommend to Common Council first reading of Ordinance 2008-19, Adopting 2009 Operating Budget and Setting Levies.

C. Motion to recommend to Common Council publication of proposed 2009 Operating Budget.

9. New Business:
A. Motion to recommend to Common Council approval of Resolution 2008-19, Authorizing the City Administrator to Apply for a Certified Local Government Subgrant from the Wisconsin Historical Society.

B. Motion to recommend to Common Council potential debt term and structure for Lake Leota dredge project.

10. Adjournment.

Tom Cothard, Chair
Finance & Labor Relations Committee


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Monday, October 6, 2008

Agenda: Plan Commission: October 6, 2008

Notice

The regular meeting of the Evansville Plan Commission will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Monday, October 6, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of agenda

4. Approval of minutes
A. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes from the September 2, 2008 regular meeting and approve them as printed

5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed

6. Discussion items
A. Update on development agreement for Celtic Ridge subdivision

7. Action items
A. Zoning code map amendment for property at 504 E. Main Street, Kim and Becky Heimerl applicant (Application 2008-32)
i. Initial presentation by applicant
ii. Staff report
iii. Questions by Plan Commission for clarification
iv. Public hearing
v. Final discussion by Plan Commission
vi. Closing comments by applicant
vii. Motion to recommend to Common Council the adoption of Ordinance 2008-18 as drafted based on the findings contained in the staff report and on the conclusion that the public benefits of the proposed zoning classification outweigh any and all potential adverse impacts, if any

8. Preliminary development presentations
A. Greg Helgesen – used car lot on East Church Street between Maple Street and Enterprise Street

9. Update and discussion regarding Rock County’s draft smart growth comprehensive plan

10. Update on administrative review of site plan amendments – none

11. Update on submittal of CRS (Community Rating System) application

12. Report of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority – none

13. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission – none

14. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee

15. Report of Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) Advisory Committee
A. Recommendation to suspend meetings until January

16. Update on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations

17. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters – none

18. Enforcement - none

19. Next regular meeting date – Monday, November 3, 2008

20. Motion to adjourn

Mayor Sandra J. Decker, Plan Commission Chair

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Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Agenda: Public Safety: October 1st, 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 1st day of October 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, October 1, 2008 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Room
31 S Madison Street

AGENDA - REVISED

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to approve the September 3rd regular meeting minutes as printed
4. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed
5. Evansville Police Report
6. Evansville Medical Service Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Discussion and possible motion for One Way Traffic on Railroad and Mill Streets.
b. Motion to approve Provisional/Operator License Application(s):
1. Jeremy R Dietzman
2. Kyle T Syverson
3. Richard L Hamacher
4. Sue E Katzenmeyer
5. Elissa S Scott

9. Motion to adjourn



Diane Roberts, Chairperson



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Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Agenda; Water and Light meets Wed, Sept 24, 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Water & Light Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on September 24, 2008, at the Fire Hall, 10 W. Church St., Evansville, Wisconsin at 5:30 p.m. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Water & Light Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Fire Hall, 10 West Church Street, Evansville, Wisconsin.
5:30 p.m.

Note: Location Change


Agenda

1. Roll call.

2. Motion to approve August 27, 2008, Water & Light minutes.

3. Customer concerns.

4. Committee Reports: Chairman Thomas Cothard.

5. Committee Reports: Superintendent Scott George.
a. Lineman-Journeyman position update.

b. Transformer update.

6. WPPI Report.

7. New Business.

8. Motion to adjourn.


Thomas Cothard
Committee Chairman

Agenda; Town of Union Plan Commission Meets Thursday, Sept 25th

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Monday, September 22, 2008

Agenda: Public Works: Tuesday--Sept 23rd.

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at Public Works Garage, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
AGENDA
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; August 26th, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances
A Peter Dast regarding a claim he made against the city.

6 Lake Leota –
A Motion to approve having Vierbecher advertise for bids on the Lake Dredging project.

7 Site Plan Reviews


8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Signage progress
B County Trunk Highway M Progress Report
C Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
D Westfield Meadows Progress Report
E Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report


9 Communications from City Engineer –

10 Communications of Public Works Director –
A Review of finalized 2009 PW operating budget


11 New Business
A Discussion regarding recycling procedures for TVs and small appliances.
B Discussion regarding FIRM (flood insurance rate maps) and CRS (community rating system) and having an open forum in the near future.


12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)
1. South gate pond discussion and possible action.


13 Parks and Recreation Report


14 Adjourn

Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Agenda; Common Council: Special Budget: Sept 24th: 6PM

Common Council
Special Meeting – Budget Presentation
Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Fire Station, 10 West Church Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda

1. Call to order.

2. Roll call.

3. Approval of agenda.

4. Citizen appearances.

5. 2009 Capital and Operating Budget Presentations. An estimate of 10-15 minutes for each presentation. Each will be discussing Revenue and Expenses for their department and answering questions. Page listing is for expense items only.

A. Revenues pg. 1-5
B. Municipal Court pg. 6
C. Finance pg. 8-9
D. Police Department pg. 10-12
E. Fire District pg. 11-12
F. Public Works
• Building Inspector pg. 12-13
• DPW pg. 13-14, pg. 15-16
• Recycling pg. 14
• Parks Dept (maintenance) pg. 17
• Cemetery pg. 28-29
• WWTP pg. 48-52
• Stormwater Utility pg. 53-54
G. Parks & Pool pg. 17-19
H. EMS pg. 21-23
I. Library pg. 24-27
J. Water & Light (Separate handout, pg. 1-9)
K. Miscellaneous – Including: Council, Mayor, Legal Services, City Administrator, Accounting/Auditing, Assessor, Municipal Building, Other General Government, Health & Human Services, Senior Citizens Program, Youth Center, Economic Development, Community Planning & Development, Preservation & Restoration, TID #5-8 and Debt Service Fund.


6. Adjourn.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Agenda; Historic Preservation: Wed. Sept 17, 2008

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Evansville will be held on the 17th day of September, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin, or alternate location. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
3rd Floor, City Hall
7:00pm
***First Draft***

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to waive reading of the July 16, 2008 minutes and approve them as read.
4. Applications – Appearances
a. 8 W. Main Evansville Chamber of Commerce – Sign
5. Old Business:
6. Administrative
a. HPC Budget 2009
i. Other Items
b. Grove Society, John Decker
c. Redevelopment Authority, Betsy Ahner
d. Plaque Program Applications
e. Management of HPC Documents and Records
f. Discussion of Additional Historic Districts, John Decker
i. Open House/Meeting with Joe DeRose, 9/20/08 Eager Free Public Library
g. Discussion of Historic Landmarks
7. Other Business
a. Correspondences
b. Comments and Concerns
8. Adjournment
Next Meeting Dates: October 15, 2008

Agenda: Library Board of Trustees: Wed. Sept 17, 2008

NOTICE

A special meeting of the Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees for the City of Evansville will be held on the 17th day of September, 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
5:30 PM
At Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, WI 53536


AGENDA

If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact Kathi
Kemp at 608/882-2278.


1. Call to order.

2. Discussion of Library expansion.

3. Adjourn.

Monday, September 15, 2008

Agenda; Economic Development: Tuesday, Sept 16, 2008

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 16th day of September 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
City of Evansville
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 5:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St. Evansville, WI

AGENDA
1. Roll call.

2. Approval of agenda.

3. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of August 19th, 2008 regular meeting and approve as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, other than those items listed below.

5. Chamber of Commerce report.

• Library After Hours event. “Reference USA” business resource program.

6. ECP report and request for support of the Windmill Harvest Festival.

7. Grove Society - Baker Building update and announcement of a Matching Funds campaign.

8. Discussion and possible motion to support Grove Society fundraising.

9. Discussion on refinishing Welcome signs.

10. Discussion and possible motion to move forward with the “Main Street” program.

11. New Business.

12. Motion to Adjourn.



Tony Wyse, Chair

Friday, September 12, 2008

Agenda; Redevelopment Authority Meets Tuesday--Sept 16th--6:30PM

NOTICE

The meeting of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Redevelopment Authority
Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 7:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI

AGENDA


I. Call To Order

II. Declare Quorum

III. Approve Agenda

IV. Approve Minutes of August 19, 2008 meeting

V. Old Business
A. TID #5 Project Plan – district budget update

B. Advertising TID #5 to Property/Business Owners – lunch promotion

C. Transit Oriented Development

D. Matthias James Pottery – rehabilitation of 137 East Main Street

E. Proposed Used Car Lot on Union Street

F. Former Bauer House Property

VI. New Business

VII. Suggestions of items for future agenda (no action to be taken)

VIII. Adjourn

John Decker, Chairman

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Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Agenda; Park Board; Monday September 15, 2008

Notice
The regular meeting of the Park & Recreation Board will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

City of Evansville, Wisconsin
Park & Recreation Board Regular Monthly Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Chambers
Monday, September 15, 2008; 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA


1. Call to Order & Roll Call

2. Motion to waive reading of minutes of the August 18, 2008 meeting and approve as printed.

3. Approval of Agenda as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, if any, relating to Park & Recreation but not agenda items.

5. SOLE Committee report.

6. Discussion and possible motion regarding business advertising in park.

7. Discussion and possible motion for future use of concession stand by American Legion.

8. Budget discussion.

9. Discussion and possible motion regarding reservation policy for ball fields.

10. Discussion and possible motion regarding “Ribbon Cutting Ceremony” at West Side Park.

11. Discussion and possible motion regarding all Park & Rec Fees, resident vs non-resident.

12. Chair’s report on actions of City Committees & Common Council on items of interest to PRB.

13. Reports/Updates park projects/maintenance: Park Maintenance supervisor Ray Anderson.
a. Lake Leota Park
b. Franklin Park
c. Countryside Park
d. West Side Park
e. Other projects, if any

14. Aquatic Report: Aquatic Director Rick Hamacher.

15. Old Business

16. New Business

17. Motion to Adjourn

18. Next meeting October 20, 2008, 6:00 p.m.

Friday, September 5, 2008

Agenda; Common Council: Tuesday, Sept 9, 2008

Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of August 12, 2008, regular meeting and August 16, 2008, meeting as the Committee of the Whole and to approve them as presented.

5. Citizen appearances

6. Proposed Lake Leota dredging project
A. Public comment.

B. Recommendation from Public Works Committee: Motion to place the following language for a referendum regarding the future of Lake Leota on the November 4, 2008, general election ballot: “Shall the Evansville Common Council approve spending an amount not to exceed $1.75 million in order to restore Lake Leota?” [Note: due to subsequent cost estimates, the amount should be $2 million].

C. Motion to approve terms of agreement with Every Survivors Trust for easement and use of property for placement of soil materials from the Lake Leota dredge project.

D. Motion to approve terms of agreement with Rod Courtier for easement during the Lake Leota dredge project.

E. Motion to approve hiring Vierbicher Associates to prepare bid documents and contract specifications for the Lake Leota dredge project at a cost of approximately $8,000 to $10,000.

7. Reports of Committees
A. Plan Commission Report

B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Water & Light bills and authorize their payment.

(2). Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

(3). Motion to approve revision to agreement with Teamsters Local Union 579 regarding Lineman and Line Foreman wage rates.

(4). Motion to approve terms for Landmark Services Cooperative to assume obligations of North Prairie Productions.

C. Public Safety Committee Report

D. Public Works Committee Report
(1). Motion to adopt “red-flag” policy pursuant to Section 114 of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act of 2003 [16 CFR 681.2].

E. Water & Light Committee Report

F. Economic Development Committee Report

G. Redevelopment Authority Report

H. Parks and Recreation Board Report

I. Historic Preservation Commission Report

J. Fire District Report

K. Police Commission Report

L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report

8. Unfinished Business
A. Second reading and motion to approve Ordinance 2008-15, Amending Chapter 46 of the Municipal Code Regarding Noxious Weeds and Rank Vegetation. (Sponsors: Braunschweig and Ringhand).

B. Second reading and motion to approve Ordinance 2008-16, Relative to Speed Limits on Park Service Roads. (Sponsors: Cothard and Roberts).

9. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
A. League of Wisconsin Municipalities Annual Conference, October 22-24 in Stevens Point. (Early Bird Registration Deadline September 30).

B. Mayoral Proclamation Congratulating St. John’s Lutheran Congregation on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Dedication of their Church at 312 South Third Street.

10. Communications from the City Administrator
A. 2009 Budget Reminders: Operating Budget Presentation Meeting on Wednesday, September 24, 6:00 at Fire Hall.

B. Audit for Year Ended December 31, 2007.

C. Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Planner.

D. Request for Proposals (RFP) for Senior Services Coordinator.

11. New Business

12. Introduction of New Ordinances
A. First reading of Ordinance 2008-17, Annexing Territory to the City of Evansville, Wisconsin. (citizen-initiated ordinance, no sponsor necessary – two parcels adjoining Celtic Ridge)

B. First reading of Ordinance 2008-18, Amending the City’s Zoning Map as Adopted in Chapter 130. (citizen initiated application, no sponsor necessary – re-zone Curves property at 504 East Main Street)

13. Motion to adjourn


Sandra J. Decker, Mayor

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Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Agenda; Public Safety: September 3 rd--Wednesday

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 3rd day of September 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, September 3, 2008 6:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Room
31 S Madison Street

AGENDA

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to approve the August 6 regular and August 16, 2008 special meeting minutes as printed.

4. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed
5. Evansville Police Report
6. Evansville Medical Service Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Discussion regarding the yield and dead-end sign at the end of W Main and Wyler Dr.
b. Discussion regarding addressing issues of Water and North Water Streets.
c. Discussion regarding turn lanes and striping on southbound County Road M at the intersection with Highway 14 (referred to Public Safety by Public Works).

d. Discussion regarding parking restrictions on Madison Street.
e. Discussion regarding ABC’s Super Nanny coming to Evansville from September 7th-21st or September 30th-October 14th.

f. Evansville Community Partnership (ECP) September Windmill Fall Festival Event.
1. Motion to approve Temporary Class “B”/ “Class B” Retailer’s License Application for fermented malt beverages and wine for Evansville Community Partnership on September 20, 2008.
2. Motion to recommend approval of the Temporary Operator Licenses for the Evansville Community Partnership Windmill Fall Festival per attached listing.

g. Discussion regarding the 2009 Police Operating Budget.
h. Discussion regarding the 2009 EMS Operating Budget.
i. Discussion regarding rent, utilities, and maintenance for EMS building.
j. Motion to approve Provisional/Operator License Application(s):
1. Angela V. Andre
2. Jill M. Coy
9. Motion to adjourn



Diane Roberts, Chairperson



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Monday, September 1, 2008

Evansville Finance Committee Meets Thursday, Sept 4---

NOTICE: The regular meeting of the Finance and Labor Relations Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Finance and Labor Relations Committee
Regular Meeting
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 5:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1. Call to order.

2. Roll call.

3. Approval of Agenda.

4. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of the August 7, 2008, meeting and approve as printed.

5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed.

6. Motion to approve the W&L bills and authorize their payment.

7. Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

8. Unfinished Business: None.

9. New Business:
A. 2009 – 2014 Capital Budget.

B. 2009 Operating Budget.

C. Motion to approve revised Lineman position description.

D. Discussion on Sale of Police Department Building.

E. Motion to recommend to Common Council revision to agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 579 (dependent on Teamsters vote earlier in the evening.

F. Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Planner.

G. Motion to recommend to Common Council terms for Landmark Services Cooperative to assume obligations of North Prairie Productions.

H. Possible motion to meet in closed session per Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) to evaluate performance of contract professional staff and to not reconvene in open session.

10. Adjournment.

Tom Cothard, Chair
Finance & Labor Relations Committee


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Agenda: Plan Commission: Tuesday, Sept 2----6PM

Notice

The regular meeting of the Evansville Plan Commission will be held on the date and time stated below at City Hall (Third Floor), 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.


City of Evansville Plan Commission
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall (Third Floor), 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

AGENDA

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Approval of agenda

4. Approval of minutes
A. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes from the August 4, 2008 regular meeting and approve them as printed

5. Citizen appearances other than agenda items listed

6. Action items
A. Conditional use to establish a communication tower at 425 Water Street, Evansville Area Fire Department, applicant (Application 2008-28)
i. Initial presentation by applicant
ii. Staff report
iii. Questions by Plan Commission for clarification
iv. Public hearing
v. Final discussion by Plan Commission
vi. Closing comments by applicant
vii. Motion and roll call vote to act on the application (not defer to a later date)
viii. Motion to approve the application with the conditions as contained in the staff report based on the findings as contained in the staff report and the conclusion that the public benefits of the proposed use outweigh any and all potential adverse impacts, if any

B. Site plan for 100-foot antenna at 425 Water Street, Evansville Area Fire Department, applicant (Application 2008-29)
i. Initial presentation by applicant
ii. Staff report
iii. Plan Commission discussion
iv. Closing comments by applicant
Motion to approve the application with conditions as contained in the staff report (and other conditions as may be imposed by the Commission)

C. Conditional use to establish a 3-unit multi-family building at 28-30 Garfield Avenue, Eager Fox LLC, applicant (Application 2008-30)
i. Initial presentation by applicant
ii. Staff report
iii. Questions by Plan Commission for clarification
iv. Public hearing
v. Final discussion by Plan Commission
vi. Closing comments by applicant
vii. Motion and roll call vote to act on the application (not defer to a later date)
viii. Motion to approve the application with the conditions as contained in the staff report based on the findings as contained in the staff report and the conclusion that the public benefits of the proposed use outweigh any and all potential adverse impacts, if any

D. Site plan for 3-unit multi-family building at 28-30 Garfield Avenue, Eager Fox LLC, applicant (Application 2008-31)
i. Initial presentation by applicant
ii. Staff report
iii. Plan Commission discussion
iv. Closing comments by applicant
Motion to approve the application with conditions as contained in the staff report (and other conditions as may be imposed by the Commission)

7. Discussion items
A. Update on development agreement for Celtic Ridge subdivision

B. Future Utility Service Area Maps

C. City Planner Request for Proposals (RFP)

8. Preliminary development presentations – none

9. Update and discussion regarding Rock County’s draft smart growth comprehensive plan

10. Update on administrative review of site plan amendments – none

11. Update on submittal of CRS (Community Rating System) application

12. Report of the Evansville Redevelopment Authority
A. Transit Oriented Development

13. Report of the Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
A. Additional Historic Districts – State Historic Society Meeting September 20

14. Report of the Evansville-Union Implementation Committee

15. Report of Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) Advisory Committee

16. Update on Common Council actions relating to Plan Commission recommendations

17. Update on Board of Appeals actions relating to zoning matters – none

18. Enforcement - none

19. Next regular meeting date – Monday, October 6, 2008

20. Motion to adjourn

Mayor Sandra J. Decker, Plan Commission Chair

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Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Agenda; Water and Light: July 30, 2008

NOTICE

The regular meeting of the Water & Light Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on July 30, 2008, at the Utility Shop, 15 Old 92, Evansville, Wisconsin at 5:30 p.m. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Water & Light Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Utility Shop, 15 Old 92, Evansville, Wisconsin.
5:30 p.m.


Agenda

1. Roll call.

2. Motion to approve July 30, 2008, Water & Light minutes.

3. Citizens concerns.
a. Linda Donaghue: transit/van survey insert in W&L bills.

4. Committee Reports – Chairman Thomas Cothard.

5. Committee Reports – Superintendent Scott George.
a. Lineman-Journeyman job description update.

b. Water & Light / WPPI scholarship.

6. WPPI Report.

7. New Business.
a. Motion to approve hiring a part-time Lineman-Journeyman.

8. Suggestions of items for future agenda (no action to be taken)

9. Motion to adjourn.


Thomas Cothard
Committee Chairman

Monday, August 25, 2008

(Revised) Agenda: Public Works: Tuesday, August 26th, 6PM

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at Public Works Garage, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
AGENDA – Revised 08/25/2008
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; July 22nd, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances
A Tom Calley- Discussion and possible action regarding Pierson Calley’s Eagle Scout project involving trees for the west-side park.

6 Lake Leota –
A Discussion and possible motion to recommend the common council approve the following language for a referendum regarding the future of Lake Leota to be placed upon the November 4th, 2008 general election ballot; “Shall the Evansville Common Council approve spending an amount not to exceed $_____________ in order to restore Lake Leota.”

7 Site Plan Reviews

8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Signage progress
B County Trunk Highway M Progress Report
C Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
D Westfield Meadows Progress Report
E Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report

9 Communications from City Engineer –

10 Communications of Public Works Director –
A Review of finalized 2009 PW operating budget

11 New Business
A Stormwater Utility- Discussion and possible motion regarding a “red-flag” policy pursuant to federal law and keeping the utility in conformity with other Evansville utilities.

12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)

13 Parks and Recreation Report

14 Adjourn
Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Saturday, August 23, 2008

Agenda; Library: Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees for the City of Evansville will be held on the 26th day of August, 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Eager Free Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
5:30 PM
At Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville, WI 53536


AGENDA

If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact Kathi
Kemp at 608/882-2278.

1. Closed session: discussion of Director evaluation.

2. Call to order.

3. Presentation by energy audit student and teacher.

4. Approval of July 2008 minutes (attached).

5. August bills (roll call vote).

6. Librarian’s report:

Discuss 2009 operating and capital budget.
Discuss amount increase in salary line to make two employees full-time.
Discuss possibility of acquiring semi-permanent sign for Library lawn.

7. Adjourn.

Next meeting: Sept. 30, 2008.

Friday, August 22, 2008

Agenda; Public Works: August 26th, 2008: 6PM

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the date and time stated below at Public Works Garage, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works Shop, 535 South Madison Street, Evansville, WI
AGENDA
1 Call the meeting to order

2 Roll Call

3 Motion to Approve Agenda

4 Motion to Approve minutes of the following meeting; July 22nd, 2008.

5 Citizen appearances
A Tom Calley- Discussion and possible action regarding Pierson Calley’s Eagle Scout project involving trees for the west-side park.

6 Lake Leota –
A Discussion and possible motion to recommend the common council approve the following language for a referendum regarding the future of Lake Leota to be placed upon the November 4th, 2008 general election ballot; “Shall the Evansville Common Council approve spending an amount not to exceed $_____________ in order to restore Lake Leota.”

7 Site Plan Reviews

8 Construction Updates
A Main Street Progress Report
1. Signage progress
B County Trunk Highway M Progress Report
C Capstone Ridge Phase 2 Progress Report
D Westfield Meadows Progress Report
E Madison Street (TH 59) Progress Report

9 Communications from City Engineer –

10 Communications of Public Works Director –
A Review of finalized 2009 PW operating budget

11 New Business
A Stormwater Utility- Discussion and possible regarding a “red-flag” policy pursuant to federal law and keeping the utility in conformity with other Evansville utilities.

12 Old Business
A West side water issue (to remain on agenda indefinitely)

13 Parks and Recreation Report

14 Adjourn
Mason Braunschweig, Chair, Public Works Committee
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Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Agenda: EconDev: Revised: August

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 19th day of August 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
City of Evansville
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 5:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St. Evansville, WI

AGENDA – revised 8/18/08
1. Roll call.

2. Approval of agenda.

3. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of July 17, 2008 regular meeting and approve as printed.

4. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of the July 23rd special meeting and approve as printed.

5. Citizen appearances, other than those items listed below.

6. Presentation by Linda Donaghue on Co-Op Commuter Van idea.

• Discussion

7. Chamber of Commerce report.

8. Review and discussion of various structures for an economic development alliance and, or manager/director.

• Report by James Otterstein

6. Discussion on bid for refinishing Welcome signs.

7. Motion to reimburse travel expenses for Terry Whipple to come to Evansville to help start an I&E Club.

8. New Business.

• 2009 Budget, including recommendation for utilization of room tax

9. Motion to Adjourn.


Tony Wyse, Chair

Friday, August 15, 2008

Agenda: Park Board: Monday, August 2008--6PM

City of Evansville, Wisconsin
Park & Recreation Board Regular Monthly Meeting
Evansville City Hall Council Chambers
Monday, August 18, 2008; 6:00 p.m.

Amended 8-15-08

AGENDA


1. Call to Order & Roll Call

2. Motion to waive reading of minutes of the July 14, 2008 meeting and approve as printed.

3. Approval of Agenda as printed.

4. Citizen appearances, if any, relating to Park & Recreation but not agenda items.

5. SOLE Committee report.

6. A League of their Own – Helen Busse

7. ECP – Dream Park – Rebecca DeMarb

8. Tree planting in West Side Park – Tom Calley & son, Eagle Scout project

9. Soccer Board – Amy Eager or other Rep – West Side soccer fields

10. Discussion and possible motion regarding business advertising in park, request from Bank of Evansville.

11. Budget discussion

12. Discussion and possible motion regarding reservation policy for ball fields

13. Discussion and possible motion regarding name of West Side Park and Grand Opening for same

14. Chair’s report on actions of City Committees & Common Council on items of interest to PRB.

15. Reports/Updates park projects/maintenance: Park Maintenance supervisor Ray Anderson.
a. Lake Leota Park
b. Franklin Park
c. Countryside Park
d. West Side Park
e. Other projects, if any

16. Aquatic Report: Aquatic Director Rick Hamacher.
a. Pool and park store operation plans for 2008

17. Old Business

17. New Business

18. Motion to Adjourn

Agenda; Economic Development --- August 19, 2008

NOTICE

A regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee for the City of Evansville will be held on the 19th day of August 2008, at 5:30 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.
City of Evansville
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 5:30 PM
City Hall, 31 S. Madison St. Evansville, WI

AGENDA
1. Roll call.

2. Approval of agenda.

3. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of July 17, 2008 regular meeting and approve as printed.

4. Motion to waive reading of the minutes of the July 23rd special meeting and approve as printed.

5. Citizen appearances, other than those items listed below.

6. Presentation by Linda Donaghue on Co-Op Commuter Van idea.

• Discussion

7. Chamber of Commerce report.

8. Review and discussion of various structures for an economic development alliance and, or manager/director.

• Report by James Otterstein

6. Discussion on bid for refinishing Welcome signs.

7. Motion to reimburse travel expenses for Terry Whipple to come to Evansville to help start an I&E Club.

8. New Business.

9. Motion to Adjourn.


Tony Wyse, Chair

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Saturday; Common Council: Committee of the Whole: August 16, 2008 8:10am

Common Council
Special Meeting as Committee of the Whole
Saturday, August 16, 2008, 8:10 a.m.
Hagen Insurance Meeting Room, 15 North Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Note: Use Rear Entrance

Agenda

1. Call to order.

2. Roll call.

3. Approval of agenda.

4. Citizen appearances.

5. Council Procedures: Are the monthly meeting schedules working? Is anyone having any issues?

6. Budget Schedule Reminder (we are not hashing out the numbers today).

7. Department Status Update: discussion on operations, staffing, licensing, and other general issues.
A. Water & Light.
B. Public Works.
C. Parks.
D. Police.
E. Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
F. Fire Department.
G. Finance.
H. Library.

8. Facilities and Projects Review: discussion on upcoming major projects, including timeline and status of projects anticipated in 2009.
A. Electric Distribution system.
B. Allen Creek Walls.
C. Lake Leota Dredging.
D. Westside Park.
E. Stormwater Improvements.
F. WWTP upgrade.
G. J. Lindemann Roundabout.
H. Main Street Bridge.
I. Other Street Projects.
J. City Hall (tuck pointing, painting, storage)
K. New Fire Station.
L. Renovation of Old Fire Station and Sale of Police Station.
M. Library Addition.
N. Economic development (crush plant, downtown redevelopment)

9. Adjourn.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Evansville/Union Implementation Committee: Wed. August 20, 2008 6PM

EVANSVILLE/UNION IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE

Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Evansville City Hall


1. Call to Order

2. Roll & announce quorum

3. Accept Agenda as printed

4. Read and accept minutes of the July 7, 2008 meeting.

5. Land uses and maps, boundary agreements, utility maps.

6. Roadside mowing

7. Miscellaneous items.

8. Next meeting date, September 17, 2008, 6:00 p.m., City Hall

9. Motion to adjourn.

Monday, August 11, 2008

Agenda; Amended: Common Council: Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda – revised 8/11/08

1. Call to order

2. Election of District 4 Alderperson to serve until the next regular election.
A. Oath of Office for Alderperson __________________.

3. Roll call

4. Approval of Agenda

5. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of July 8, 2008, regular meeting and to approve them as presented.

6. Citizen appearances
A. SOLE.

B. Public Hearing: Ordinance 2008-13, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-22 (Dysis Group Property – Celtic Ridge).
(1). Introductory staff report.
(2). Public hearing.
(3). Discussion by Council.
(4). Second reading and motion to adopt Ordinance 2008-13, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-22.

C. Public Hearing: Ordinance 2008-14, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-23 (Hoerler Property).
(1). Introductory staff report.
(2). Public hearing.
(3). Discussion by Council.
(4). Second reading and motion to adopt Ordinance 2008-14, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-23.

7. Reports of Committees
A. Plan Commission Report
(1). Motion to approve the extraterritorial land division for Ed Hoerler (Application 2008-27), subject to the listed conditions.

B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Water & Light bills and authorize their payment.

(2). Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

(3). Motion to approve 2008 Stormwater Utility Budget.

C. Public Safety Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve the amended Alcohol Beverage License for DL Unity Holdings LLC changing the licensed premises from 609 East Main Street to 611 East Main Street, Evansville, Wisconsin 53536.

(2). Motion to approve the amended Alcohol Beverage License for Francesco Romano dba Romano’s Pizza, 50 Union Street, Evansville, Wisconsin 53536 to include Committee-approved outside events.

D. Public Works Committee Report
(1). Resolution 2008-15, Documenting Review of the 2007 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) and Indicating Actions to be Taken to Prevent Effluent Limit Violations.

(2). Resolution 2008-16, Authorizing Submittal of a State Grant Application and Subsequent Appropriation of City Funds for a Hazard Mitigation Grant.

E. Water & Light Committee Report

F. Economic Development Committee Report
(1). Economic Development Plan.

G. Redevelopment Authority Report

H. Parks and Recreation Board Report
(1). Recommendation to move forward with dredging Lake Leota without a referendum at a cost of $1.4 million, dependent upon the City Administrator’s success with getting the neighboring property owners to allow dumping of dirt on their properties.

I. Historic Preservation Commission Report
(1). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-18, to Accompany an Application for Preserve America Community Designation.

J. Fire District Report

K. Police Commission Report

L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report

8. Unfinished Business

9. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
A. Motion to approve Resolution 2008-17, Commending John Sornson for his Service to the City of Evansville.

B. Motion to waive the seven day notice on aldermanic appointments.

C. Motion to approve the mayoral appointment of Alderperson _______________ as committee member of the Public Works, Public Safety, and Water & Light Committees and as alternate to the Fire District Board.

D. Reminder – Committee of the Whole meeting Saturday, August 16, 8:00 am, at Hagen Insurance backroom.

10. Communications from the City Administrator
A. Procedures for Advisory Referendum.

B. 2009 Budget reminders: committee/department budget requests to be submitted by Friday, August 15.

C. Note that next regular meeting on Tuesday, September 9, is also partisan primary election date.

11. New Business

12. Introduction of New Ordinances
A. First Reading of Ordinance 2008-15, Amending Chapter 46 of the Municipal Code Regarding Noxious Weeds and Rank Vegetation. (Sponsors: Braunschweig and Ringhand).

B. First Reading of Ordinance 2008-16, Relative to Speed Limits on Park Service Roads. (Sponsors: Cothard and Roberts).

13. Motion to adjourn


Sandra J. Decker, Mayor

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Agenda; Historic Preservation : August 2008

NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Evansville will be held on the 20th day of August, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall, 31 South Madison Street, Evansville, Wisconsin, or alternate location. Notice is further given that members of the City Council might be in attendance.

Evansville Historic Preservation Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
3rd Floor, City Hall
7:00pm
***Final Draft***

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Motion to waive reading of the July 16, 2008 minutes and approve them as read.
4. Applications – Appearances
a. 27 Garfield Avenue Stephenson – Fence
b. 245 W. Church Street Maloney – Fence
c. 24 S. First Street Pleasy R. Berg Trust – Yard Shed
d. 129 E. Main Street DYSIS II – Demolition of Home
e. 39 W. Main Street Interior Energy Saving Measures
5. Old Business:
a. 39 W. Main Street Eager Free Public Library – Brick & Concrete Work
6. Administrative
a. HPC Budget 2009
i. Letter from Ruth Ann Montgomery/Arrowhead Library System
ii. Letter of Intent to apply for a Certified Local Government Grant
iii. Other Items
b. Grove Society, John Decker
c. Redevelopment Authority, Betsy Ahner
d. Plaque Program Applications
e. Management of HPC Documents and Records
f. Discussion of Additional Historic Districts, John Decker
g. Discussion of Historic Landmarks
h. Application for Preserve America Designation
7. Other Business
a. Correspondences
b. Comments and Concerns
8. Adjournment
Next Meeting Dates: September 17, 2008

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Friday, August 8, 2008

Agenda; Common Council: Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Common Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI

Agenda

1. Call to order

2. Nominations and appointment for District 4 Alderperson to serve until the next regular election.

3. Roll call

4. Approval of Agenda

5. Motion to waive the reading of the minutes of July 8, 2008, regular meeting and to approve them as presented.

6. Citizen appearances
A. SOLE.

B. Public Hearing: Ordinance 2008-13, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-22 (Dysis Group Property – Celtic Ridge).
(1). Introductory staff report.
(2). Public hearing.
(3). Discussion by Council.
(4). Second reading and motion to adopt Ordinance 2008-13, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-22.

C. Public Hearing: Ordinance 2008-14, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-23 (Hoerler Property).
(1). Introductory staff report.
(2). Public hearing.
(3). Discussion by Council.
(4). Second reading and motion to adopt Ordinance 2008-14, Amending Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan in Response to Application 2008-23.

7. Reports of Committees
A. Plan Commission Report
(1). Motion to approve the extraterritorial land division for Ed Hoerler (Application 2008-27), subject to the listed conditions.

B. Finance and Labor Relations Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve Water & Light bills and authorize their payment.

(2). Motion to approve the City bills and authorize their payment.

(3). Motion to approve 2008 Stormwater Utility Budget.

C. Public Safety Committee Report
(1). Motion to approve the amended Alcohol Beverage License for DL Unity Holdings LLC changing the licensed premises from 609 East Main Street to 611 East Main Street, Evansville, Wisconsin 53536.

D. Public Works Committee Report
(1). Resolution 2008-15, Documenting Review of the 2007 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) and Indicating Actions to be Taken to Prevent Effluent Limit Violations.

(2). Resolution 2008-16, Authorizing Submittal of a State Grant Application and Subsequent Appropriation of City Funds for a Hazard Mitigation Grant.

E. Water & Light Committee Report

F. Economic Development Committee Report
(1). Economic Development Plan.

G. Redevelopment Authority Report

H. Parks and Recreation Board Report
(1). Recommendation to move forward with dredging Lake Leota without a referendum at a cost of $1.4 million, dependent upon the City Administrator’s success with getting the neighboring property owners to allow dumping of dirt on their properties.

I. Historic Preservation Commission Report
(1). Motion to approve Resolution 2008-18, to Accompany an Application for Preserve America Community Designation.

J. Fire District Report

K. Police Commission Report

L. Evansville-Union Implementation Committee Report

8. Unfinished Business

9. Communications and Recommendations from the Mayor
A. Motion to approve Resolution 2008-17, Commending John Sornson for his Service to the City of Evansville.

B. Motion to waive the seven day notice on aldermanic appointments.

C. Motion to approve the mayoral appointment of Alderperson _______________ as committee member of the Public Works, Public Safety, and Water & Light Committees and as alternate to the Fire District Board.

D. Reminder – Committee of the Whole meeting Saturday, August 16, 8:00 am, at Hagen Insurance backroom.

10. Communications from the City Administrator
A. Procedures for Advisory Referendum.

B. 2009 Budget reminders: committee/department budget requests to be submitted by Friday, August 15.

C. Note that next regular meeting on Tuesday, September 9, is also partisan primary election date.

11. New Business

12. Introduction of New Ordinances
A. First Reading of Ordinance 2008-15, Amending Chapter 46 of the Municipal Code Regarding Noxious Weeds and Rank Vegetation. (Sponsors: Braunschweig and Ringhand).

B. First Reading of Ordinance 2008-16, Relative to Speed Limits on Park Service Roads. (Sponsors: Cothard and Roberts).

13. Motion to adjourn


Sandra J. Decker, Mayor

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