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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

Click on the post for the full agenda.

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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