CITY COUNCIL MINUTES

City of Markesan  Regular Meeting - Common Council  July 13, 2010

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt, Ald. Ter Beest and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on June 8, 2010.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on July 1, 2010.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for July; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 8, 2010; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on July 8, 2010; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 1, 2010; and the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 8, 2010.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment of General Checks #27541 - #27615 in the amount of $ 64,717.57 and Utility Checks #9727 - #9758 in the amount of $ 48,142.49.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 The Mayor reported that a meeting had recently taken place with General Engineering Co. Inc.. representatives, the City Auditor, and City personnel to discuss how best to finance the utility’s portion of the 2009 Street & Utility Project.  As a result, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to continue to pursue the USDA grant/loan option.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 North Street -  The Council was informed that almost all of the partial mortgage releases have been obtained.  It is expected the final one will be resolved shortly.

 2009 Street & Utility Project – The following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co., Inc. for payment:

            Motion by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest to approve Pay Request #7 to Rezin Construction, Ltd. in the amount of $173,716.58.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Henke to approve payment to General Engineering Co., Inc. in the amount of $10,504.45.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to Rennert’s Fire Equipment Services, Inc. in the amount of $11,018.56 for squad car changeover expenses.  Roll call:  4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt moved to accept the low bid of $1,800 from Mid-States, Inc. for the skid loader roll-over replacement (including a bucket).  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept the bid of $7.75/ sq. ft. from F. Quade Masonry for the 2010 Sidewalk Replacement Project.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid of $2,200 from Lane Tanks, Inc. for inspection of the water tower.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Following a recommendation from the Police Chief, it was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest to promote Officer Will Pflum to Sergeant.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to accept the resignation of Adam Smith from the Water/Wastewater Department.  Motion carried.  The City wishes Adam well in his future endeavors and thanks him for his service to the City of Markesan.

 Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra  moved to extend an offer of employment to Jeffrey Heberer as technician at the water/wastewater plant based upon the conditions set forth in Conditional Offer of Employment presented, calling for a starting wage of $15.00 hr., $1.00 raise after successful 6 month probationary period, $.25 hr. raise upon receiving a CDL license; and $.50 hr. raise upon receiving an Associate Degree in water/wastewater management. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Treimstra/Ald. Ter Beest to grant Operator’s Licenses to the following:  Dennis Grahn, Scott Hilscher, David Mildebrandt, Jeffrey Mildebrandt, Linda Moldenhauer, Richard Moldenhauer, Dan Prill, Bradley Strahota Joseph Strelow, and Tom Wilde for Markesan Fire Dept.; and Justine Abendroth and Cynthia Schultz for Landmark Services Cooperative.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Henke moved to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Lion’s Club for the Lion’s Port Roast on July 21, 2010 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park at Little Green Lake.  Roll call:  Aye 2, Nay 0, Abstain 2 (Ald. Ter Beest, Ald. Triemstra).  Mayor Slate cast the deciding Aye vote.  Motion carried. 

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

CITY OF MARKESAN
SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL July 1, 2010

 The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki,  Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke, Ald. Ter Beest, and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance.  Also in attendance was Police Chief Steven Braun.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 The only item of business was the hiring of a full-time police office.  Chief Braun informed the Council that the position had been advertised, and that 72 applications had been received.  Ten applicants had been invited to take the written test, followed by a peer interview.  Seven of those who were interviewed were disqualified, and the #1 candidate Chief Braun is requesting be extended an offer of employment with the Markesan Police Department.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to hire Trevor Bethke of Waupun, WI as a full-time police officer based upon the Offer of Employment presented by Chief Braun calling for a 1 year probationary period, a starting wage of $17/hr. and a raise to Step II ($17.85) after 6 months.    Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

       City of Markesan   Regular Meeting - Common Council  June 8, 2010

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt, Ald. Ter Beest and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance.  Also in attendance was a representative from Waste Management, Inc. and several interested citizens.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 11, 2010.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 3, 2010; theminutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on June 3, 2010; and the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on June 1, 2010.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment of General Checks #27458 - #27540 in the amount of $70,385.29 and Utility Checks #9700 - #9726 in the amount of $19,692.99.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Mayor Slate gave an update on the 2009 Utility Project funding options.  Since several problems need to be resolved regarding the Rural Development loan/grant, it has been suggested that the City instead secure conventional financing.  The City Auditor will be examining this possibility in further detail with a recommendation for the next Finance, Personnel & Safety meeting.    In light of this, a motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to instruct General Engineering Co. Inc. to hold off on proceeding with the grant acquisition until further notice.  Motion carried. 

 Since the utility portion short term financing loan at Markesan State Bank will soon mature, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to renew it for another 6 months until the issues can be resolved.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to waive the reading and approve RESOLUTION #3-10  PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENT TO EXERCISE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POWERS UNDER SECTION 8.09 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND SECTION 66.0703 WI STATS. relating to substandard and missing sidewalks throughout the City.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve RESOLUTION #4-10  COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION commending Anthony Doro and Adam Smith for continuing their successful maintenance program at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to the City of Berlin in the amount of $1,550 for pump rental during the flooding conditions of 2008.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to American Highway Products, Ltd. in the amount of $2,896.89 for the 2009 Utility Project.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the low bid of $7.94 per unit per month from Waste Management, Inc. for 2010 waste and recycling collection.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment to Marian College, Fond du Lac, in the amount of $945 for a college course taken by Police Officer Will Pflum.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to accept the resignation of Andrew Ross from the Markesan Police Department and thank him for his past service of the City of Markesan.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES policy change as presented, extending the probationary period for police officers from 6 months to 1 year.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to waive the reading and approve ORDINANCE #215  AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL COURT FOR THE VILLAGES OF NORTH FOND DU LAC, ROSENDALE, CAMPBELLSPORT, BRANDON, FAIRWATER, OAKFIELD, THE CITY OF FOND DU LAC AND THE TOWN OF RIPON, EMPIRE, TAYCHEEDAH AND OSCEOLA IN FOND DU LAC COUNTY AND THE CITIES OF BERLIN, GREEN LAKE, MARKESAN AND PRINCETON IN GREEN LAKE COUNTY.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the expenditure of $450 which represents start-up costs for the Municipal Court.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to waive the reading and approve ORDINANCE #216  AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 9.242 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A SMOKING BAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH 2009 WISCONSIN ACT 12 AND AMENDING SECTION 25.04 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD SUBSECTION 5 REGARDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION. Roll Call:  Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Bieszki).  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest to waive the reading and approve the INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR NORTH FOND DU LAC TO PROVIDE SERVICES FOR LAKESIDE MUNICIPAL COURT TO THE VILLAGES OF NORTH FOND DU LAC, ROSENDALE, BRANDON, CAMPBELLSPORT, FAIRWATER AND OAKFIELD, THE CITY OF FOND DU LAC, AND THE TOWNS OF RIPON, EMPIRE, TAYCHEEDAH AND OSCEOLA IN FOND DU LAC COUNTY, AND THE CITIES OF BERLIN, GREEN LAKE, MARKESAN AND PRINCETON IN GREEN LAKE COUNTY.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 2 (Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp).  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/ Ald. Henke to contribute $1000 for the Markesan Lions Club July 4^th fireworks display.  Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest).  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to secure the services of Attorney Lud Wurtz, Ripon to determine the tax-exempt status of several properties within the City at a cost not to exceed $1,500.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to grant a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage License to Dennis Scott, Agent – Landmark Services Cooperative; a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Ted Robl, Agent – Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Kraig Bauman, Agent – Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; and a renewal Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Mark Gelhar for Stubby’s, Chad Burns for The Office, and Paul Salzwedel for The Lantern’s.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve Picnic Beer Licenses for Markesan Fire Department at 200 S. Bridge St. for June Dairy Days (June 11- 13), and Markesan Lion’s Club at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park for July 3^rd.  Motion carried.  (Ald. Bieszki abstained).

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to grant Cigarette Licenses to Landmark Services Cooperative Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, and Ted’s Piggly Wiggly.  Motion carried.  (Ald. Bouwkamp abstained).

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to grant Soda Water Licenses to Cubit Industries, Del Monte Corporation, Markesan Econo-Wash, Lakehouse Motel, Landmark Services Cooperative, Landmark Services Cooperative Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Markesan Auto Home & Farm, Markesan District Schools (2), Markesan Fire Department, Markesan Pharmacy, Markesan Resident Home, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Robin II, Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, The Lanterns, The Office, and  United Methodist Church.   Motion carried.  (Ald. Bieszki abstained).

 Motion was made Ald. Ter Beest/ Ald. Schwandt to grant Operator Licenses to Anne Davison, Mitch Dornfeld, Cory Drager, Robert Kwiatkowski, Celeste Salter and Gene Scott for Stubby’s Bar; Penny Anderson, James Hilke, Carol Kelm, Sasha Lippart, Robert Peck, Dennis Scott, and Kathy Semrow for Landmark Services Cooperative; Dean Dolgner, Rita Dolgner, Clair Strahota, and Carla Van Rossum for The Lantern’s; Kayleen Mork, Brenda Van Abel, Carla Van Rossum, and Heather Waters for The Office; Jessica Amend, Amy Boening, Lindeen Bornick, Georgene Gruendeman, Frances Nagel, and Jennifer Riel for Markesan Amoco; Carla Barzano, Dennis Crook, Lori Damerow, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Kimberly Hall, Sandra Hamer, Chelsea Harke, Danae Kimber, Joshua Laper, Joan Moore, Brooke Prellwitz, Michael Reyna, Laura Riley, John Ritchay, Sally Robl, MacKenzie Schweder, and Diane Strahota for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; and Dennis Triemstra for Markesan Lion’s Club.  Motion carried.  (Ald. Triemstra abstained).

 Several questions were raised concerning noise violations in the downtown area.  The issue will be discussed at the next Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee meeting.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

                             Regular Meeting      Common Council     May 11, 2010

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Schwandt and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance. (Ald. Ter Beest had asked to be excused from the meeting.) Also in attendance were several interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda moving Item 5.1 Sidewalk Extension on S. Bridge Street to immediately following 1.4 Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 13, 2010 with the correction of Hydroclean Pressure Washer $5,200 (not $2,500). Motion carried.

Ald. Henke arrived at 7:05 p.m.

Following discussion regarding the installation of missing sidewalk sections on the east side of S. Bridge Street, a motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to instruct the Director of Public Works to review all areas of the City and identify where other sections of sidewalk are missing. Motion carried. (Said report will be presented at the next meeting of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on June 1, 2010).

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 6, 2010; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on May 6, 2010; Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 27, 2010; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on March 17, 2010. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment of General Checks #27366 - #26457 in the amount of $80,446.85 and Utility Checks #9667 - #9699 in the amount of $32,682.82. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Lease Agreement with Green Lake County Sheriff’s Department and Purchase Property on Precision Drive - Mayor Slate indicated that several issues still need to be worked out. Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Triemstra instructing the City Attorney to schedule a meeting of all parties involved in order to finalize the issues. Motion carried.

Sidewalk to Medical Clinic – Industrial Park – Mayor Slate advised that General Engineering Co., Inc. is formulating sidewalk options for the City to consider.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to authorize KT Motorsports, Inc. to repair the Sewer Jetter in the amount of $938.43. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Henke to approve the asphalt paving of a handicap parking area at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park in the amount of $2269. Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding plans to install a handicap accessible path at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. The path would allow access from the parking lot to the Big Building, restrooms, Scout Cabin, and lake. The project, estimated at $10,692, will be spear-headed by the Markesan Lions Club. Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bieszki to contribute $3,564 to the Markesan Lions Club for the project. Roll call: Aye 2 (Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Schwandt), Nay 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke) Abstain 1 (Ald. Triemstra). Motion tied after which the Mayor cast the deciding Aye vote. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to Marian College, Fond du Lac, in the amount of $945 for a college course taken by Police Officer Will Pflum. Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Trimestra/Ald. Henke moved to contribute $1500 to the Events Committee for the 2010 June Dairy Days celebration. Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Lions Club for May 15, 2010 (The Office 1^st Anniversary celebration) on John Street from High Street to Bridge Street. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to grant to Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club for May 16, 2010 (Sno-Drifters 1^st Annual Car Show) at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. Motion carried.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Henke moved to grant an Operator’s License to Carla Van Rossum for The Office. Roll: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

Regular Meeting     Common Council     April 13, 2010

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki,  Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance.  Ald. Henke was excused because of illness.  Also in attendance were Green Lake County Sheriff Mark Podoll and Emergency Management Director Mike Ross and several concerned citizens.

 Ald. Bouwkamp arrived at 7:02 p.m.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Amended Agenda and move the closed session to “Old Business”.  Motion carried.

 Vic Roeder appeared before the Council expressing concerns regarding several possible “tax exempt” properties within the City.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on February 9, 2010.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 10, 2010.  Motion carried.

 A motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Police Report and Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 6, 2010; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on April 6, 2010; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 6, 2010; the minutes of the Events Committee held on March 24, 2010; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on February 17, 2010.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve payment of General Checks #27297 - #27365 in the amount of $86,315.62 and Utility Checks #9638 - #9666 in the amount of $19,835.86.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the purchase of public properties that require a closed session due to the competitive or bargaining nature of the negotiations after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Following the closed session, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the meeting.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to proceed with the drafting of an Offer to Purchase to Precision Metalsmiths, Inc. with terms as outlined in the motion approved in closed session.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the bid from Ness Electric, Inc. for repair of the elevator at City Hall in the amount of $616.23.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to adopt and waive the reading of  Resolution  #2-10  LOAN RESOLUTION for $826,000 relating to the 2009 Utility Project.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to authorize the purchase of a  pressure washer from Hydro Clean at a cost not to exceed $2,500.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.  (This expenditure is to be taken from Account #6411 Outlay-Machines).

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to grant an Operators License to Laura Riley for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly.   Motion carried. 

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

Regular Meeting  Common Council  March 9, 2010

City of Markesan     Regular Meeting – Common Council   February 9, 2010

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, and Triemstra were in attendance.  Also in attendance were Green Lake County Sheriff Mark Podoll, Grand River Fire District Chief Tom Wilde, and Emergency Management Director Mike Ross.

 Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on January 12, 2010.  Motion carried.

 A motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Police Report and Schedule for February; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on February 4, 2010; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on February 2, 2010; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on February 4, 2010; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on December 16, 2009.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #27115 - #27207 in the amount of $ 463,244.24 and Utility Checks #9588 - #9619 in the amount of $23,292.08.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki arrived at 7:10 p.m.

 Green Lake County Sheriff Mark Podoll addressed the Council regarding a possible location for a new Emergency Services tower in Markesan.  The tower presently used (owned by Alliant Utilities, but located on City property) is not adequate to support the new radio equipment, so a new tower is needed.  The present location also is not large enough for a new tower.  Following discussion regarding possible locations, a motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to proceed with determining a possible location in the Industrial Park for the new emergency services tower.   Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the purchase of an 800 Series VHR Radio for Emergency Management at a cost not to exceed $350.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to pay $1,000 to the Green Lake County Treasurer for the computer forensic examiner.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to authorize Grothman & Associates, S.C. (land surveyors) to continue to correct the errors in the City’s legal description at a cost not to exceed $1,500.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to authorize payment to Green Lake Surveying in the amount of $1,208 for additional surveying needed for North Street.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the 2010 Condon Oil HVAC maintenance contract relating to City Hall in the amount of $2,600.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Auditing and Accounting Agreement between Robert J. Nenahlo in the amount of $6,000 as relates to the annual audit and additional work needed for the 2009 Utility Project loan/grant.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried. 

 Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the Legal Services Agreement between City Attorney Daniel Sondalle and the City regarding legal services required for the 2009 Utility Project loan/grant.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.   Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Scope of Engagement Agreement between Quarles & Brady and the City in the amount of $7,000 relating to bond counsel needed for the 2009 Utility Project loan/grant.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Henke to grant an Operator’s License to Kayleen Mork for The Office.   Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Mayor’s recommendation of Jamie Jahnke to the Markesan Library Board to replace the position vacated by Paul Plueddeman.  Motion carried.

 The Mayor presented Ald. Bouwkamp with a pin from the WI League of Municipalities in recognition of her more than 10 years of service to the City of Markesan representing the 1st Aldermanic District.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

City of Markesan Regular Meeting - Common Council January 12, 2010

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance.  Also in attendance was Todd Hudzinski - representing the Green Lake County Sustainability Committee.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Agenda, but move the Todd Hudzinski – Green Lake County Sustainability Committee presentation to item 5.1 (Adopt 25 x 25 Resolution/Expression of Support).  Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – None

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 12, 2009.  Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Police Report and Schedule for January; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 7, 2010; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 5, 2010, the minutes of the Planning Commission held on December 29, 2009; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on November 18, 2009.  Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve payment of General Checks #26992 - #27097 in the amount of $110,311.19 and Utility Checks #9558 - #9586 in the amount of $18,608.97.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Following a brief presentation by Todd Hudzkinski, Green Lake Sustainability Committee, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adopt RESOLUTION #1-10 A RESOLUTION ENDORSING SUSTAINABILITY AND DESIGNATION OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN AS AN ECO-MUNICIPALITY and waive the reading.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.  (As an eco-municipality, the City of Markesan will look for ways to reduce our dependency on extracted fossil fuels; promote recycling; encourage construction projects using recycled materials and renewable energy sources; and support alternative forms of transportation through pedestrian and cycling paths).

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to adopt ORDINANCE #210 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 18 (FLOODPLAIN ORDINANCE) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN and waive the reading.   Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to authorize the purchase of 2 Motorola mobile radios for the Police Department for the amount of $3,911.66, with costs to later be reimbursed by way of a grant.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to grant Operator’s Licenses to Carla Van Rossum and Cheryl Kracht for The Lanterns pending completion of the Responsible Beverage Server Course and a background check.  Motion carried. 

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.

City of Markesan Regular Meeting  Common Council December 8, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, Ter Beest, and Triemstra were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Amended Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on November 10, 2009. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Police Report and Schedule for December; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on December 3, 2009, the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on December 3, 2009, the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on December 1, 2009, and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on October 21, 2009. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve payment of General Checks #26923 - #26991 in the amount of $80,824.23 and Utility Checks #9539 - #9557 in the amount of $16,879.82. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MARKESAN AND MILLER LIVING TRUST relating to the placement of the curb and gutter on the property at 1 North Street owned by Paul and Cheryl Miller. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki arrived at 7:10 p.m.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to authorize the Clerk-Treasurer to proceed with the renewing of the Water & Sewer’s 2009 Utility project short term loan at Markesan State Bank for another 6 months. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to allocate the 12-31-09 balance remaining in the City’s account #5991 BOND ISSUE as a non-lapsing sinking fund. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to allow the Markesan Area Economic Resource Center the use of a room at City Hall (west wing) to meet and counsel program participants in the Markesan area. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider the employment, promotion, compensation and employment evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, and immediately reconvene thereafter for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, a motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to authorize a wage increase of $1.50/hr. (effective Dec. 9, 2009) to Wastewater Technician Adam Smith based on his obtaining all of his required Wastewater/Water certificates. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant Operator Licenses to Vicki Amend, Dean Dolgner, Samantha Hoelzel, Dwain Kracht, and Clair Strahota for The Lanterns. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/ Ald. Triemstra to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council November 10, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance. (Ald. Schwandt requested to be excused from the meeting.)

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Two interested persons addressed the Council regarding leaf/rubbish burning in the City. They also presented a Petition to Ban Burning Within the City Limits of Markesan. The concerns will be referred to the Finance Committee for follow up.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on October 13, 2009. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Police Report and Schedule for November; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on November 5, 2009, the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on November 5, 2009, the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on November 3, 2009, and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on September 16, 2009. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #26817 - #26922 in the amount of $96,231.66 and Utility Checks #9510 - #9538 in the amount of $46,392.77. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the revised Kopplin & Kinas bill for street repairs in the amount of $20,690.55. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to submit to the Markesan Public Library an invoice in the amount of $614.97 for City services from January to June, 2009. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As the time had arrived, motion by made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to recess the meeting in order to hold a Public Hearing for the proposed 2010 budget for the City of Markesan and reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Motion carried.

The Public Hearing was called to order by Mayor Slate at 7:15 p.m. With no public comment, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to close the Public Hearing and reconvene the Council meeting. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the 2010 City of Markesan budget with a tax levy of $497,569. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve an amendment to the Joel Plagenz Industrial Park Development Contract. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

2010 Property & Liability insurance bids from Liberty Mutual Insurance and EMC Insurance were reviewed, after which motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to accept the proposal of EMC Insurance in the amount of $24,770, which includes the optional $100,000 premium for employee dishonesty and forgery or alteration. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the purchase of two police portable radios at a cost of $1380. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment to Marian College, Fond du Lac, in the amount of $945 for a college course taken by Police Officer Will Pflum. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Triemsta/Ald. Bieszki to authorize payment of the Ness Electric Service street project bill in the amount of $298.80. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to approve expenses not to exceed $400 (excluding alcohol) for the Emergency Management Christmas Party. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve wages of $600 for the Emergency Management Director, $400 for the Asst. Emergency Management Director and $1200 for Emergency Management personnel. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve the payment of $250 from Events Savings to the ice skating rink worker for the 2009/2010 season. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to grant a Class B License to sell fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquors to Paul Salzwedel for the Lanterns at 649 N. Margaret St., Markesan, WI. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

City of Markesan Regular Meeting - Common Council October 13, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance. Also in attendance were several interested residents.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda as printed but moving Item 5.3 Joel Plagenz Industrial Park Development Contract to 4.1 Old Business. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on September 8, 2009. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report and Schedule for October; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on October 8, 2009; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on September 15, 2009; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on October 8, 2009; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on October 1, 2009; the minutes of the Planning Committee held on September 8, 2009; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on August 19, 2009. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve payment of General Checks # 26725 –

# 26816 in the amount of $220,508.36 and Utility Checks #9476 - #9509 in the amount of $93,389.01. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Joel Plagenz addressed the Council indicating that he wishes to delay his Tax Increment Payment to the City of Markesan of $8,307 until next year, since his building is not occupied and he is not receiving rent at this time. Following discussion, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to authorize the City Attorney to amend the Joel Plagenz Development Contract to reflect that Mr. Plagenz’s first Tax Increment Payment be due with the 2010 Real Estate Taxes (payable in 2011). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried. (It should be noted that the City of Markesan will work with Ehlers & Associates to develop a new Tax Increment Projection Worksheet outlining future TIF payments).

2009 Street & Utility Project – The following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co., Inc. for payment:

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve payment to General Engineering Co., Inc. in the amount of $11,204.41. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve payment to HD Supply Waterworks in the amount of $1,821.90. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve payment to Ness Electric, LLC in the amount of $5,677.35. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve payment to Rezin Construction in the amount of $43,277.63. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 2 (Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

Since additional information had been received regarding possible grant/loans through the Clean Water Fund and Safe Drinking Water Fund for the utility portion of the 2009 Street & Utility Project, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to no longer pursue a loan through the State Trust Fund or the Build America Bonds program.. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As the time had come for the Public Hearing regarding the 2009 Street & Utility Project, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to recess for the Public Hearing regarding the Final Resolution Authorizing Repair and/or Replacement of Sidewalks & Steps, Driveway Approaches, and Curb & Gutter and Levying Special Assessments after which the Council will reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Several residents voiced questions relating to their individual assessments and the repayment process. Two parcels were changed to reflect credits that were allowed. Sharon Doxtator (54 S. Main Street – Assessment Parcel # 80) was given a credit of $72.88 for concrete removal that has not done, and Dan Prill (134 W. John Street – Assessment Parcel # 85 was given a credit of $100.80 for 4" sidewalk that was installed because of the re-location of the sewer main on W. John Street.

Since no one else wished to speak regarding the 2009 Street & Utility Project, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn the Public Hearing and reconvene with the remainder of the Council meeting. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to adopt RESOLUTION #14 FINAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REPAIR AND/OR REPLACEMENT OF SIDEWALKS & STEPS, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES, AND CURB & GUTTER AND LEVYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS (changing assessment totals for Assessment Parcel #80 - Doxtator and Assessment Parcel #85 – Prill as previously indicated) relative to the 2009 Street & Utility Project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider the employment, compensation or performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibly and after which to immediately reconvene for the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to extend the probationary period for Adam Smith another 6 months, until April 16, 2010 to allow him time to meet his probationary requirements. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the lease-to-own option from Ripon Ford for a new 2010 Police vehicle at a cost of $425/mo. ($21,275). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the purchase of 2 tires for the wing truck from Gene’s Tire of Beaver Dam in the amount of $719.64. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Police Chief Carryover of Vacation Days – No action.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve using the Dean Health Plan as the employee health plan for 2010 ($1,266.60 family & $508.10 single). Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve proposed Budget "C" 2010 City of Markesan Budget (no employee wage increase) with a City Tax Levy of $497,569 (0% increase), authorize the publication of same, and to set the Public Hearing for adoption of the Final Budget for November 10, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to grant Operator Licenses to Denice Van Hise for BP Amoco; and Chelsea Harke, Danae Kimber, and Ann Davison for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Fire Department for a Halloween Dance & Open House on October 23, 2009 at 877 N. Margaret Street. Motion carried, Ald. Bieszki abstained from voting.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Mayor’s recommendation of Andrew Ross as the City of Markesan’s representative to the Green Lake County’s Sustainability Committee. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

City of Markesan    Regular Meeting - Common Council   September 8, 2009

City of Markesan    Regular Meeting - Common Council   August 11, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, and Triemstra were in attendance. Also in attendance were City Attorney Daniel Sondalle and several other interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda with the following modifications in format: Moving 5.7 North Street to immediately after 3.2 Payment of Utility Claims, and moving "Approve Leonard & Isabelle Wilsnack Trust CSM after Revisions" to be the last of North Street business. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on July 14, 2009. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest arrived at 7:04 p.m.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for August; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on August 6, 2009 (changing the minutes to reflect Ald. Triemstra was not in attendance); the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on August 6, 2009; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 30, 2009; the minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of July 29, 2009 and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on June 17, 2009. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #26544 - #26638 in the amount of $315,250.75 and Utility Checks #9423 - #9451 in the amount of $383,518.53. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

North Street – Mayor Slate indicated that since he had a conflict of interest regarding this issue, he would be removing himself from the room and any further discussion or action relating to North Street. Mr. Slate excused himself from the room for the duration of the North Street issue and asked Council President, Steve Bieszki to continue as chairman of the Council.

Council President Bieszki explained the issues involved before the City could acquire the land needed for the placement of North Street and the 66’ right of way. Following additional discussion the following motions were made:

1. Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Schwandt to authorize a title search to ensure property owners do not have any liens or encumbrances on the property they are dedicating and to find all required signers. Motion carried 6/0.

2. Motion by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Henke to authorize Grothman & Associates to update the legal description and re-stake survey markers for the agreed upon 66 foot right-of way for North Street, and that the right-of-way for North Street would shift south 11 feet for the entire property line of the Miller Living Trust property (approximately 260 feet). Motion carried 6/0.

3. Motion by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Schwandt to authorize the City Attorney to prepare one deed, using the new legal description provided by Grothman & Associates, to dedicate all remaining property for North Street to the City of Markesan with all necessary property owners signing the deed. Motion carried 6/0.

4. Motion by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra that the following conditions should be included on the aforementioned deed dedicating the land to the City of Markesan, "The City will not assess the Grantors for general street surface improvements in exchange for the dedication of North Street. All sidewalk, curb and gutter improvements will be assessed against the Grantor’s frontage on a deferred basis, payable upon development of the property associated with the frontage. The term "development" for the deferred assessment would include either the subdivision or minor subdivision of the property or the devotion of a portion of the property to a use other than agricultural or related uses." Motion carried 6/0.

5. Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Leonard & Isabelle Wilsnack Trust CSM conditioned upon items 1, 2 3, & 4 of the attached document, herein referred to as "Exhibit A", being accomplished. Motion carried 6/0.

2009 Street & Utility Project – the following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co., Inc. for payment:

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment to Rezin Construction, Inc. in the amount of $316,781.60. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve payment to Sam Gaastra & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $46,424.17. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve payment of County Materials Corporation in the amount of $3,245.15. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve payment to Ness Electric, LLC in the amount of $2,283.34. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to secure a $700,000 line of credit with Farmers State Bank, Markesan with an interest rate of 4.95% for 6 months. This line of credit is to cover water and sewer expenses for the 2009 Street & Utility Project until a final loan can be secured. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to proceed with the necessary documents needed to secure a State Trust Fund Loan in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000 for up to 5 years at 3.5%. This loan would be a responsibility of the water/sewer utility for expenses incurred in the 2009 Street & Utility Project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid of Kopplin & Kinas Co., Inc. in the amount of $18,632.70 for repairs to W. Vista St, and a portion of N. Grand St. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to accept the high bid from Patrick Hodgkins of $1,565.83 to purchase the 1972 Chevrolet Dump Truck. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding the resignation of a recycling center employee, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to advertise to fill the position as soon as possible. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to accept the 2008 City of Markesan Audit prepared by Robert Nenahlo, CPA as corrected reinstating all non-lapsing accounts to their 2008 available balances. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Ter Beest moved to authorize the Police Dept. to purchase a Night Vision Monocular at a cost of $400. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to set the 2009 Trick or Treat Hours in the City of Markesan for October 31, 2009 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the 2009 Corn Roast Budget of $1,850. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to grant Operator’s Licenses to Stephen Bieszki for Markesan Fire Department, and Carla Barzano for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending successfully meeting all requirements. Motion carried. (Ald. Bieszki abstained.)

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Lion’s Club for September 4, 2009 for the area located on Bridge Street between John Street and Water Street. Motion carried. (Ald. Ter Beest and Ald. Triemstra abstained).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

City of Markesan   Regular Meeting - Common Council   July 14, 2009

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki,  Henke, Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra and several interested citizens were in attendance. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 A couple of interested persons addressed the Council regarding the rash of graffiti episodes throughout the City, and concerns they had relating to the large number of people gathering on the streets in the evening hours.  The concerns will be referred to the Markesan Police for action.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on June 9, 2009.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for July; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on July 9, 2009;  the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on June 25, 2009; the minutes of the Planning Commission held on July 8, 2009; accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on May 10, 2009; and accept the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on June 29, 2009.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment of General Checks #26455 - #26543 in the amount of $160,384.91 and Utility Checks #9387-  #9422 in the amount of $256,777.74.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 2009 Street & Utility Project -  The following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co., Inc. for payment:

Motion by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment to Sam Gaastra & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $77,440.20.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment to HD Supply Waterworks in the amount of $851.75.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment to County Materials Corporation in the amount of $8,621.59.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment to L.W. Allen, Inc. in the amount of $12,700.00.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Henke to approve payment to Rezin Construction, Inc. in the amount of $362,545.65.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment of General Engineering Co., Inc. in the amount of $25,465.52.  Roll call:  Aye  5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the purchase of chains for the new pay loader at a cost not to exceed $930.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0 .  Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki moved to  approve the Bobcat rollout program low bid from Waupun Equipment in the amount of $900, which included new tires and new bucket.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 The 2008 Preliminary Audit was discussed after which a motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to reinstate all non-lapsing accounts to their adjusted 2008 available balances, and have all year-end outlay accounts lapse unless otherwise previously noted.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.  (Once the changes have been made, the final audit will be presented to the August Council for approval).

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to purchase 1000 rounds of 0223 ammunition at a cost not to exceed $400.  Aye 5, Nay 0.,  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to authorize Grothman & Associates to correct a long standing error, and redefine the city limits at a cost not to exceed.  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to contribute $500 from the Events Savings to the Markesan Fire Department to repair the June Dairy Days cooler truck.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to waive the reading and adopt Resolution #13-09  A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE 2010 CENSUS.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried. 

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Henke moved to approve a Class “A” Alcohol and Beer License for the Green Lake State Bank, a branch of the Baraboo National Bank, for The Lanterns, 649 N. Margaret Street, Markesan.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Henke to approve Operator’s Licenses to Sarah Riley and Mackenzie Schweder for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; Joseph Strelow, Scott Hilscher, Tom Wilde, Jeffrey Mildebrandt, Dan Prill, Linda Moldenhauer, Dennis Grahn, Richard Moldenhauer, David Mildebrandt, and Brad Strahota for Markesan Fire Department; Jillian Broder and Mitch Dornfeld for Stubby’s Bar; and Heather Plagenz for The Office.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept the Mayor’s appointment of Dean Dolgner to the Planning Commission.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

  City of Markesan   Regular Meeting - Common Council  June 9, 2009

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt, Ald. Ter Beest and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 12, 2009.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 4, 2009; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 28, 2009; the minutes of the Planning Commission held on May 21, 2009; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on April 15, 2009.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #26361 - #26454 in the amount of $261,069.84 and Utility Checks #9350 - #9386 in the amount of $208,970.57.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Barbara Reif, representing The Cornerstone Project of Green Lake County, explained the project.  She indicated that the goal of The Cornerstone Project is to provide resources in health, wellness and fitness to increase the quality of life in the communities of Green Lake County.  Following her presentation, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to adopt RESOLUTION #5-09  A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CORNERSTONE PROJECT, INC. IN GREEN LAKE COUNTY.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Henke).  Motion carried.

 Tom Wilde and Ron Thiem, representing the Grand River Fire District, addressed the Council regarding the anticipated replacement of Fire Truck #306.  They indicated that new emission control standards coming into effect in 2010, may make it wiser to replace the truck prior to the implementation of the new rules since maintenance and repairs to the new emission controls would be quite costly.  It is originally planned that the truck would be replaced in 2012.  The cost of a new vehicle in 2009 would be approximately $354,000+ and projected costs for 2012 would be $410,000+.   The City of Markesan would be responsible for 25% of the cost.  Following discussion regarding the issue, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to recommend that the City’s representative to the Grand River Fire District vote to support the purchase of a new fire truck in 2009.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 2 (Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Henke).  Motion carried.

 2009 Street & Utility Project – The following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co., Inc. for payment:

            Motion by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve payment to General Engineering Co., Inc. in the amount of $35,022.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment to Rezin Construction, Inc. in the amount of $207,053.99.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to Madison Concrete Pipe, Inc. in the amount of $7,331.51.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to approve payment to HD Supply Waterworks, Inc. in the amount of $36,923.65.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Motion by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to Sam Gaastra & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $39,817.13.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest made a motion to secure a $500,000 line of credit at Markesan State Bank with an interest rate of 4.455% for 6 months. This line of credit is to cover water & sewer expenses for the 2009 Street Project until grant monies are available.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to adopt the TUITION REIMBURSEMENT POLICY relating to employee continuing education and include it in the Employee Policy Manual.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to approve the HIRING PROCESS POLICY and include it in the Employee Policy Manual.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest moved to adopt and waive the reading of RESOLUTION # 12-09   COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION commending Tony Doro and Adam Smith for continuing their successful maintenance program at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to adopt and waive the reading of  ORDINANCE #209  AN ORDINANCE AMENDING A ZONING DISTRICT relating to several properties on Water Street and S. Bridge Street changing the zoning from C-1 Commercial to R-1 Residential.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Certified Survey Map relating to land owned by Joel & Jodi Plagenz on E. Manchester St.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bieszki to contribute $1,000 to the Markesan Lion’s 4^th of July Fireworks display.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 2 (Ald. Ter Beest. Ald. Triemstra).  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to transfer $1,125.82 from the Sesquicentennial Savings Account to cover the following expenses:  June Dairy Days Fireworks $725; City of Markesan 50^th Birthday Advertising Bill $112; and Events Committee – Fall Festival  $288.82.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to grant an Operator’s License to Reid Lechnir for The Office for the 2008-2009 licensing period.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to grant a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage License to Dennis Scott, Agent – Landmark Services Cooperative; a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Ted Robl, Agent – Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Kraig Bauman, Agent – Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; a renewal Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Mark Gelhar for Stubby’s and Chad Burns for The Office.   Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt moved to grant Cigarette Licenses to Landmark Services Cooperative Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Stubby’s Bar.  Motion carried.  (Ald. Bouwkamp voted Nay.)

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to grant Soda Water Licenses to City of Markesan, Cubit Industries, Del Monte Corporation, Econo-Wash, Lake House Motel, Landmark Services Cooperative, Landmark Services Cooperative Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Markesan Auto Home & Farm, Markesan District Schools (2), Markesan Fire Department, Markesan Lumber, Markesan Pharmacy, Markesan Resident Home, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Robin II, United Methodist Church, Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, and The Office.  Motion carried.  (Ald. Bieszki abstained).

 Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to grant Operator Licenses to Ann Davison, Cory Drager, Robert Kwiatkowski, Celeste Salter and Gene Scott for Stubby’s Bar; Penny Anderson, James Hilke, Carol Kelm, Sasha Lippart-Clark, Dennis Scott and Kathy Semrow for Landmark Services Cooperative; Reed Lechnir, Justine Swenson and Heather Waters for The Office; Tiffany Bean, Amy Boening, Lindeen Bornick, Jenna Frausto, Frances Nagel and Jennifer Riel for Markesan Amoco; Dennis Crook, Lori Damerow, Holley Dornfeld, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Kimberly Hall, Sandra Hamer, Alex Hohenstern, Joshua Laper, Joan Moore, Brooke Prellwitz, Michael Reyna, John Ritchay, Sally Robl, Audrey Schultz-Amos and Diane Strahota for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; and Dennis Triemstra for Markesan Lion’s Club.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to grant Picnic Beer Licenses to Markesan Fire Department for June 12-14, 2009 (June Dairy Days) at the City Garage, Markesan Lion’s Club for July 3-4, 2009 (July 4^th Celebration) at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park, Markesan Lion’s Club for July 15, 2009 (Pork Roast) at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park, Markesan Lion’s Club for August 14, 2009 (August Corn Roast) on Bridge St. and John St.  Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.

          City of Markesan Regular Meeting - Common Council May 12, 2009

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance.  (Ald. Ter Beest had asked to be excused from the meeting.)

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 14, 2009.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Organizational Meeting of the Common Council held on April 21, 2009.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 7, 2009; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on May 7, 2009; Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 30, 2009; the minutes of the Events Committee held on April 30, 2009; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board March 18, 2009.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment of General Checks #26255 - #26360 in the amount of $662,014.41 and Utility Checks #9320 - #9349 in the amount of $209,929.31.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 The Cornerstone Project Presentation – No representative appeared.

 2009 Street & Utility Project – The following expenses had been reviewed and approved by General Engineering Co, Inc. for payment:

            Motion by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve payment to Madison Concrete Pipe, Inc. in the amount of $8,584.15.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to approve payment to Wisconsin Tubing, Inc. in the amount of $282.15.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve payment to HD Supply Waterworks, Inc. in the amount of $2,162.37.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve payment to Rezin Construction, Ltd. in the amount of $176,897.27.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to accept the high bid from Page Trucking in the amount of $14,657 for the sale of the 1981 John Deere 444A front-end loader.  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to purchase a 2001 31000 gvw truck from Pro Plowing in the amount of $32,000.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid from L.W. Allen, Inc. in the amount of $12,700 for the purchase of two submersible pumps for the Hein Park lift station.  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid from Krause Excavating, Inc. for $2,500 for repairs to the Kiwanis Park volleyball courts caused by last year’s flooding.  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke moved to grant part-time police officers a wage increase of 3%  (new wage $16.25/hr.) effective immediately. Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to accept Police Officer Andrew Ross’s successful completion of this probationary period and grant him a 5% wage increase (2% merit increase plus 3% 2009 increase – new wage $17.85) effective May 12, 2009.  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to prove payment to Marian College, Fond du Lac of $900 for a college course taken by Police Officer William Pflum.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.   Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to close the Police Registration Fund at Farmers State Bank and transfer the $1,281.43 to the 2009 Police Patrol Account #5212.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to waive the reading and adopt Resolution #11-09  A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING HOURS FOR BOARD OF REVIEW (June 8, 2009  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.).  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve a June Dairy Days contribution to the Events Committee in the amount of $1,500.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Treimstra/Ald. Henke to approve the 2009 June Dairy Days budget in the amount of $9,947.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to grant an Operator’s License to Dennis Triemstra for the Markesan Lion’s Club.  Roll:  Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Triemstra).  Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Henke.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.

 Organizational Meeting    City of Markesan Common Council    April 21, 2009

 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Rich Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt,  Ald. Ter Beest, and Ald. Triemstra were present.  

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

 Following a brief discussion concerning the need for a replacement truck in the Public Works Department a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to authorize the Director of Public Works to further pursue information for the purchase of a newer (3- 5 year old) truck and provide such information at the April 30^th Streets, Building & Utilities Committee meeting.   Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn.  Motion carried.

 After the seating of the new Council, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki,  Ald. Henke, Ald. Schwandt, Ald. Ter Beest and Ald. Triemstra were in attendance. 

 The Clerk reported that all incoming council members had been sworn in and had signed their oaths of office.  

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to nominate  Stephen Bieszki as President of the Council.   Motion carried. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept Mayor Slate’s council and citizen appointments.  Motion carried.

 FINANCE, PERSONNEL & SAFETY:  Brenda Henke-Chair, Stephen Bieszki, Paul Schwandt,  Dennis Triemstra, Rich Slate-Mayor

STREETS, BUILDING & UTILITIES:  Stephen Bieszki-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp,  Kurt Ter Beest, Dennis Triemstra, Rich Slate-Mayor

PUBLIC PROPERTY & HEALTH:  Paul Schwandt-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brenda Henke, Kurt Ter Beest, Rich Slate-Mayor

GREEN LAKE CO. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Ken Werth

ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW:  Brenda Henke, Rich Slate-Mayor

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:  Brenda Henke- Council Represent-ative, Paul Schwandt-Council Representative, Clemence Fischer (2012), Kenneth Paskey (2011), Will Pflum (2011), Marsha Gibbons (2010), David Prill (2010)

POLICE COMMITTEE:  Ken Preuss (2012), Clemence Fischer (2011), William Slate (2010)

PLANNING COMMITTEE:  Rich Slate-Mayor, Dennis Triemstra-Council Representative,  Anthony Dolgner (2012), Dawn Reno-Smerda (2012), Curt Talma (2011), Lori Wierl (2010), Skip Walker (2010)

CITY ATTORNEY:  Daniel D. Sondalle

CLERK-TREASURER:  Patricia A. Prill

CHIEF OF POLICE:  Steven F. Braun

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS:  Martin Hansen

SUPERVISOR OF WATER/WASTEWATER:  Anthony Doro

DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:  Michael Ross

CITY FORESTER:  Martin Hansen

WEED COMMISSIONER:  Steven F. Braun

CEMETERY SEXTON:  Lorraine Justmann

ZONING/BUILDING ADMINISTRATOR: James Lawton, General Engineering Co.

BOARD OF REVIEW:  Rich Slate-Mayor, Patricia Prill-Clerk, Gregory Gardinier, Assessor, Stephen Bieszki, Dennis Triemstra, Nancy Bouwkamp (Alternate), Brenda Henke (Alternate), Paul Schwandt (Alternate),  Kurt Ter Beest (Alternate)

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS:  Curt Talma (2012), David Zanto (2012), Jeff Wills (2011), Norman Hermann (2010), Donald Leider (2010), Ted Robl (Alternate), Dawn Reno-Smerda (Alternate)

LIBRARY BOARD:  Lucy Hazlewood-Librarian, Nancy Bouwkamp-Council Representative, Russell Hirschy-School Representative, Eugene Henkel-County Representative, Julie Allen (2012), Jean Hollander (2012), Nancy Kirst (2011), Dr. Paul Plueddeman (2011),  Lois Page (2010)

 Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the following persons to serve as Election Workers for the coming year:  Irene Bruun, Beverly Dallman, Patricia Dallman, Shirley Dulas, Naomi Hilger, Jean Karns, Delores Metcalf, Beverly Roeder, Lois Scharschmidt, Joyce Schwandt, Elaine Seeliger, Joyce Shaw, Virginia Tetzlaff, and Jeanette Zacharias.    Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to designate the Farmers State Bank, Markesan State Bank, Local Government Investment Pool, and Wisconsin Investment Trust Fund as depositories for the City.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to appoint the Markesan Regional Reporter as the City’s official newspaper.  Motion carried.

 As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

          City of Markesan Regular Meeting - Common Council  April 14, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance. 

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Henke to approve the Agenda, moving Item #6.2 (Alcohol License – “The Office”) immediately following Item # 1.3 (Citizen’s Comments).  Motion carried.

 Citizen’s Comments – The Cornerstone Project Presentation – No representative appeared.

 Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to grant a Class B License to sell fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquors to Chad Allen Burns for The Office at 58 E. John St., Markesan, WI.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 10, 2009.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 9, 2009; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on April 9, 2009; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 2, 2009;  and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on February 18, 2009.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment of General Checks #26176 - #26254 in the amount of $457,162.09 and Utility Checks #9291 - #9319 in the amount of $18,571.18.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve the yearly Fire Alarm Dydtem Service Agreement with Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $1,477.00.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the yearly HVAC Service Agreement with Rohde Brothers, Inc. in the amount of $2,897.00.  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Residency requirements for City employees was discussed.  It was the feeling that present policy is adequate.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to recess to closed session pursuant to provisions of WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider the employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting.  Roll call:   Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Following the closed session, a motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to reconvene the Common Council meeting and continue with the remainder of the meeting.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to extend an offer of employment to Adam Smith of Gladstone, MI to fill the position of Water/Wastewater Technician at the rate of $15.50/hr., with a raise to $16.50/hr. following a 6 month probationary period, and an additional raise to $18.00/hr. when all required State licenses have been acquired.    Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried. 

 Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest moved to table the adoption of the proposed resolution relating to The Cornerstone Project until a later date.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to authorize payment of the following bills, approved by General Engineering Co., Inc., relating to the 2009 Street & Utility Project: Ero-Tex in the amount of $12,408.00 and HD Supply Waterworks in the amount of $4,848.54.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Aye 0.  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Treimstra/Ald. Schwandt to authorize payment of the following bills, approved by General Enginering Co., Inc., relating to the 2009 Street & Utility Project:  Krause Excavating in the amount of $475.00, HD Supply Waterworks in the amount of $135,481.08, Madison Concrete Pipe in the amount of $5,590.93, and Davies Water in the amount of $22,415.00.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Following discussion as to whether or not to repair the blue Public Works Truck, due to its age, motion was made by Ald. Triemstra to not repair the truck.  No second was made to the motion.  Motion died for a lack of a second.

 Motion was then made to table repairs to the blue Public Works truck until the Organizational Meeting of the Council on April 21, 2009 so further information can be gathered.  Motion carried.  Ald. Ter Beest abstained from voting.

 It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the purchase of traffic signs from Newman Signs, Inc. in the amount of $846.10.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid of Kinas Excavating, Inc. for repair of the John St. culvert and the North St. culvert at a cost of $33,968.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra moved to not add downtown street lights in the construction area on W. John Street from Margaret St. to Main St.  (The estimated cost was $4,120).  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 2.   (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke).  Motion carried.

 t was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to accept the low bid from H. Treder & Sons, Inc. for repair of the City Hall roof at a cost of $22,668.   Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Schwandt).  Motion carried.

 Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to proceed with the clean-sweep of all decorations on the cemeteries scheduled for April 15, 2009.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

 Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to grant Operator Licenses to Jennifer Riel for Markesan BP Amoco; Heather Waters for The Office; and Justine Swenson for The Office.  Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bouwkamp to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

City of Markesan Regular Meeting Common Council January 13, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, and Triemstra were in attendance. Mr. Ter Beest was absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Agenda, but move item 4.4 (Joel Plagenz Industrial Park Project) immediately after Citizen’s Comments. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – None

Joel Plagenz informed the Council that due to the present economy Community Health Network has decided to hold off with continuing with the construction of a medical facility in the Industrial Park. He indicated he was confident that construction would indeed commence in spring. The Council asked that he obtain written reassurance from CHN that the project would still take place in the spring. Once this letter is obtained, the project will be referred back to the Planning Committee for further review. After further discussion, a motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize the City Clerk to contact the City Attorney to draft an agreement whereby Mr. Plagenz will return to the City of Markesan the $30,000 he has not yet used for the project until such time as it starts again. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 9, 2008. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Police Report and Schedule for January; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 8, 2009, the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on January 8, 2008, the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 6, 2008, and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on November 19, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve payment of General Checks #25837 - #25984 in the amount of $110,246.22 and Utility Checks #9215 - #9245 in the amount of $47,542.41. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to adopt RESOLUTION #1-09 A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION #3-07 (A RESOLUTION REQUIRING MARKESAN RESIDENT HOME, INC. TO PAY A FEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 66.1201(22) OF THE WISCONSIN STATUTES) and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to authorize the securing of bids for the 2009 Street & Utility Project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to waive the reading and adopt RESOLUTION #2-09 PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENT TO EXERCISE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POLICE POWERS UNDER SECTION 8.09 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND SECTION 66.0703 WI STATS. relating to the 2009 Street & Utility Project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Schwandt moved to authorize Rennert’s Fire Equipment Service to repair of the Wing Plow truck at a cost not to exceed $2,402.15. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Schwandt to grant Operator’s Licenses to Jessica Manor-Schmidt and Lindeen Bornick for Condon Oil Company. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

City of Markesan Common Council Regular Meeting December 10, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Council President Steve Bieszki in the absence of the Mayor. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Schwandt and Triemstra were present. Also in attendance were several interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Mayor Slate and Ms. Henke arrived at 7:04 p.m.

Levi Snyder appeared regarding the proposed 2009 Sidewalk project and how it would affect his property at 652 S. Bridge Street. He is asking that the Council reconsider his having to install sidewalk at that property since he is at the end of the block and no sidewalk extends past his property in any direction. The Streets, Building & Utilities Committee will review the situation.

Ald. Ter Beest arrived at 7:07 p.m.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on November 11, 2008. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Police Report and Schedule for December; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on December 4, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on December 4, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on December 2, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on October 15, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks # 25740 - # 25836 in the amount of $82,296.16 and Utility Checks # 9190 - # 9214 in the amount of $22,765.17. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Triemstra to approve expenses not to exceed $500 for the Emergency Management Christmas Party. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve wages of $600 for the Emergency Management Director, $400 for the Asst. Emergency Management Director, and Emergency Management personnel not to exceed $1,200 total. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Bieszki moved to accept the low bid of Allan Hoffmann Landscaping for the repair ($20,985) and previous cleanup of the debris caused by the flood to the E. John Street retaining wall. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried. It is noted that this motion is contingent on the contractor having the project completed no later than June 12, 2009.

It was moved by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to proceed with the ordering of a used Front End Loader (delivery to be made in spring) at a cost of $103,056 from Brooks Tractor, Inc. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to authorize the City Attorney to amend the agreement (Resolution #3-07 A RESOLUTION REQUIRING MARKESAN RESIDENT HOME, INC. TO PAY A FEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 66.1201(22) OF THE WISCONSIN STATUTES) between the City of Markesan and Markesan Resident Home, Inc. indicating that future PILOT payments be based on the City’s portion of the mil rate, not including the state, school, county or vocational district portions. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke moved to base this year’s Payment in Lieu of Taxes payment for the Markesan Resident Home, Inc. on the previously agreed upon schedule calling for the 2009 payment of $5,220.08. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to purchase three laser gun sights at a cost of $900. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Treimstra moved to purchase three laser holsters at a cost of $300. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve payment to Marian College, Fond du Lac of $900 for a college course taken by Police Officer Will Pflum. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to support Green Lake County’s efforts to acquire a grant from the State of Wisconsin to generate 25% of fuel and electric from renewable resources by 2025. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

The Clerk reminded Rich Slate, Kurt Ter Beest, Brenda Henke and Steve Bieszki that their terms will soon be expiring and should they wish to run for office again, nomination papers will have to be completed and returned to the Clerk’s office by Jan. 6, 2009.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 7:42 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council October 14, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Schwandt, Ter Beest and Triemstra were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on September 9, 2008. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Police Report and Schedule for October; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on September 23, 2008; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on October 9, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on October 9, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on October 7, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on August 20, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #25548-- #25641 in the amount of $129,684.49 and Utility Checks #9130 - #9151 in the amount of $21,808.83. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Triemstra/Ald. Bieszki to accept the resignation of Patrolman Billy Biesenthal and thank him for his years of service to the City of Markesan. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke moved to authorize the Police Chief to proceed with the interviewing of police candidates to fill the open full-time patrolman position. Motion carried.

Following a review of the two bids that had been received, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to authorize the Director of Public Works to accept the bid that would be best for the City to repair North Street at a cost not to exceed $3,500. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra to approve the repairs to the Public Works truck in the amount of $402.56. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried. (It is noted that Ald. Ter Beest submitted one of the bids and abstained from voting).

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Triemstra moved to authorize the purchase of 4 new tires from KT Motorsports, Inc. for the Utility truck at a cost of $412.08. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried. (It is noted that Ald Ter Beest submitted one of the bids and abstained from voting).

2009 Property & Liability insurance bids from Wausau Insurance and EMC Insurance were reviewed, after which motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwand to accept the proposal of Wausau Insurance in the amount of $33,097 for property & liability insurance for 2009. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the installation by Rennert’s Fire Equipment of a police radio in the Police Chief’s vehicle at a cost of $372.57. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke approve the increase of spending authorization limits for department heads to $250 and committees to $500. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to approve the AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT OF CHIEF OF POLICE relating to overtime compensation. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve the proposed 2009 City of Markesan Budget with a City Tax Levy of $497,569 (0% increase), authorize the publication of same, and set the Public Hearing for adoption of the Final Budget for November 11, 2008 at 7:15 p.m. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following a brief discussion regarding 2009 Employee Wage Increases, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to table the matter until the November Common Council meeting. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to grant Operator Licenses to Tena Carlson for BP Amoco and Alex Hohenstern for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending successful completion of the responsible beverage server course. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to accept the mayor’s recommendation to appoint Lori Wierl to the Planning Commission. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council September 9, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Henke, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance. Also in attendance were Lori Wierl, Dean Dolgner & Dennis Triemstra (2nd Aldermanic District candidates), Jerry Foellmi of General Engineering Co., Inc. and Mike Laue of Mid-State Associates, Inc., and Markesan Library Director Lucy Hazlewood.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda with a slight change in the order, moving Item 5.2 “Approve Engineering Bid for 2009 Street & Utility Projects’ to Item 4.1, and adjusting the remainder of the agenda appropriately. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to recess to closed session pursuant to provisions of WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) for the purpose of considering the employment of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the council meeting. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp arrived at 6:04 p.m.

Following the closed session, a motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to reconvene the Common Council meeting and continue with the remainder of the meeting.
Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to appoint Dennis Triemstra to serve as the 2nd Aldermanic District representative, filling the position vacated by Brian Lager. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 0, Abstain 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on August 7, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on August 12, 2008. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report and Schedule for September; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on September 4, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on September 4, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on September 2, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on July 16, 2008; the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on April 21, 2008; and the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on August 18, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve payment of General Checks #25467 - #25547 in the amount of $62,896.09 and Utility Checks #9103 - #9129 in the amount of $31,469.63. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following brief presentations by the two engineering companies in attendance, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to secure the engineering services of General Engineering Co., Inc. in the amount of $119,500 for the 2009 Street & Utility Project (John St., Main St., Manchester St., and Margaret St. Project). Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 1 (Ald. Ter Beest), Abstain 2 (Ald. Schwandt, Ald. Triemstra). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to adopt Ordinance No. 207 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12.07(4)(c) AND 12.07(6)(a) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN RELATING TO DIRECT SELLERS, TRANSIENT MERCHANTS AND SOLICITORS. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve payment to Dodge Construction, Inc./Wolf Paving, Inc. in the amount of $62,567.13 for the resurfacing of Moorland Drive. Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following further discussion, a motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to rescind the previous motion to approve payment to Dodge Construction, Inc./Wolf Paving, Inc. in the amount of $62,567,13 for the resurfacing of Moorland Drive. Motion carried.

A motion was then made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment to Dodge Construction, Inc./Wolf Paving, Inc. in the amount of $55,509.54 and an additional payment to Dodge Construction, Inc. in the amount of $7,057.59 for the resurfacing of Moorland Drive. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Markesan Library Director Lucy Hazlewood gave a brief explanation of the change in funding provided by the county which puts a strain of the finances of the county’s libraries. Following the explanation a motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Triemstra to approve RESOLUTION # 5-08 A RESOLUTION REGARDING GREEN LAKE COUNTY LIBRARY FUNDING. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase from Rennert’s Fire Equipment for drop down chains for the snow plow truck at a cost of $2255. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to purchase a bullet-proof vest for the Police department at a cost of $762.99. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to schedule 2008 Trick or Treat Hours for Friday, October 31, 2008 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adopt RESOLUTION # 6-08 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A YMCA IN GREEN LAKE COUNTY. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt moved to grant an Operator’s License to Genavieve E. Boyles for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending a police background check. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Triemstra to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Regular Meeting City of Markesan Common Council August 12, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager, Schwandt, and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on July 8, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Henke moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for August; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on August 7, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on August 7, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on August 5, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on June 18, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment of General Checks #25355 - #25466 in the amount of $176,790.56 and Utility Checks #9071 - #9102 in the amount of $24,093.13. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to accept the low bid from Jurvelin Heating & Air Conditioning LLC for the installation of a new heating/ac system at the Wastewater Treatment Plant at a cost of $11,480. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to authorize a 3% water and sewer rate increase effective the 1st quarter 2009. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest moved to solicit engineering bids for the 2009 Utility and Street Project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to authorize the Police Department to purchase binoculars at a cost not to exceed $400. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve purchase of a portable breath tester by the Police Department at a cost not to exceed $470. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the hiring of Kevin Lainberger as a part-time crossing guard at the current wage. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to approve the low bid from KT Motorsports for 6 tires for the GMC truck at a cost of $928. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to donate $500 to the Events Committee for the Corn Roast. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Bieszki to purchase 4 portable radios from General Communications for $2,062.92, with the cost assessed to the Water & Sewer Dept. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to reaffirm the hiring of Troy Schroeder as a part-time police officer at the prevailing wage. Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to hire Delores Metcalf and Lois Scharschmidt as part-time help in the Clerk’s Office at the rate of $7.50/hr. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager made a motion to move Item 5.11 Amendment to Police Chief Contract – Compensatory Time Off to the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee as a closed session item. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize General Engineering Co., Inc. to proceed with the application process for a grant for improvements at Soldier’s and Sailor’s Park at Little Green Lake. Motion carried. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to accept with regrets, the resignation of Brian Lager from the Common Council representing District 2, effective August 13, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to advertize the opening of a Council position in the 2nd Aldermanic District and have any interested persons wishing to fill this position file their Letter of Interest with the City Clerk no later than September 3, 2008. Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to grant Operator Licenses to Dennis Scott for Landmark Services Cooperative; Dennis Triemstra for Markesan Lion’s Club; and Tom Panten for Markesan Fire Department. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to grant a Class “A” License to sell fermented malt beverages to Dennis Balk, Agent for Landmark Services Cooperative, Cenex Convenience Store, 544 N. Margaret Street, Markesan. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL August 7, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Henke, Lager, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt to grant a Picnic Beer License to Markesan
Fire Department for August 9, 2008 at 200 S. Bridge Street.

An update was provided regarding the E. John Street Retaining Wall issue indicating that General Engineering Co., Inc. will be inspecting the wall shortly and providing us with additional information.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council July 8, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on June 10, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on June 24, 2008. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for July; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on July 3, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on July 3, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 2, 2008, and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on May 21, 2008.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to amend a portion of the minutes of the Public Property, Health and Industrial Park Committee as follows: “The City Attorney was present at the meeting to assist with some concerns. It was under his opinion that all private property owners stay between themselves unless the city has created the problem or been affected by the problem.” Motion carried to amend the original motion. Motion then carried on the original amended motion.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #25268 - #25354 in the amount of $131,500.66 and Utility Checks #9044 - #9070 in the amount of $23,357.11. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to accept the 2007 City of Markesan Audit as presented. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt moved to approve the installation of a security window in the Clerk’s Office as a cost of $1,542. Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to purchase an Intel computer from Badgerland Computers for use in the Police Dept. at a cost not to exceed $800. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion comparing the 2 bids for a new heating and cooling system at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to table the issue until the next Streets, Building & Utilities Committee meeting. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to accept the low bid of Dodge Construction, LLC to resurface Moorland Drive at a cost of $59,330. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest asked to address the Council regarding the retaining wall issue as a property owner and not a Councilman. He indicated that several experts informed him that the retaining wall had been improperly installed and that was what, aggravated by the large volume of rain, caused it to collapse. Further investigation will be done. Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to refer the matter back to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee for further study. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase of 2 36” x 96” tables at a cost not to exceed $250 for use in the Council Chambers. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to grant Operator Licenses to Georgene Gruendeman for Markesan Amoco; and Daniel Prill, David Mildebrandt, Thomas Wilde, Richard Moldenhauer, Linda Moldenhauer, Dennis Burk, Bradley Strahota, Scott Hilscher and Jeffrey Mildebrandt for Markesan Fire Department. Motion carried with 1 Abstension, (Ald. Bieszki).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

Special Meeting Common Council June 24, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance. Ald. Schwandt was excused. Also in attendance were City personnel and many interested citizens.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the recent flooding in the City and determine what were the major issues of concern, what issues were handled adequately, what areas needed improvement, and what committees would work on those issues to provide answers.

Several of the Council members indicated that in spite of the tremendous amount of rain we received recently, the situation was handled quite well. They thanked City personnel, various response teams, and volunteers for all they did, and felt we all could learn from the experience.

The Mayor invited those present to voice any concerns they had:
- The resident at 95 S. Main St. expressed his gratitude for the help given him, but indicated more pre-planning was needed.
- Several residents in the 200 block of W. Manchester St. voiced their concerns regarding the field runoff they experienced from the south of them that caused considerable damage to their properties.
- The resident at 75 S. Main St. indicated that he had experienced a considerable sewer backup. Insurance does not cover his losses.
- A resident on W. Water St. who also experienced a considerable sewer backup asked what will be done if we have more rain.

The Director of Public Works stated that if we are able to proceed with our proposed Utility/Street Project in 2009, these affected areas should see their problems reduced.

The Mayor indicated that he sees that there are 3 problem areas in the City that relate to ground water runoff: W. Manchester Street, Densmoor Street, and the Moorland Apts. area.

Other items that were discussed included ways to better notify the public in the event of an emergency situation. Suggestions included having someone available at all times to answer phone calls in these types of emergencies, using bank clock message boards to display emergency information, and revising our City Emergency Plan to cover the type of emergency we experienced.

These specific concerns will be addressed by the appropriate committees:
Flood plain issues – Streets, Building & Utilities Committee
Field/ground water flooding issues on W. Manchester St., Densmoor St. and Moorland Apts. – Public Property & Health Committee
Sewer Backup issues – Streets, Building & Utilities Committee
Sewer Backup Insurance issues – Finance, Personnel & Law Committee
Communication issues – Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald.
Bieszki/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council June 10, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 13, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 5, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on June 5, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on June 4, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on April 18, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to approve payment of General Checks #25178 - #25267 in the amount of $69,231.56 and Utility Checks #9013 - #9043 in the amount of $21,735.39. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion relating to the rent for office spaces in City Hall, motion was made by Ald. Schwandt/Ald. Lager to increase the rent for office space at City Hall to $150/single suite and $250/double suite or 2 single suites used by the same business, effective at renewal time of each lease. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried. **It is noted that rental contracts will be reviewed at budget time each year.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Schwandt that all future new or renewed rental agreements for office space at City Hall include a security deposit equal to one (1) month’s rent. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest arrived at 7:30 p.m.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to grant Barrett House’s request to use City Hall as a temporary evacuation shelter, in the event of a disaster, for a maximum of 14 days. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

The 2007 City of Markesan Preliminary Audit was presented for review. Since there were several questions that needed to be answered, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to table the approval of the 2007 Audit until the July Common Council meeting. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to approve purchase of parts for the GMC Pickup Truck at a cost of $608.98. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to approve the payment of $608.78 to South Central for lawnmower repairs. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to enter a roll-out program with Mid-States Group whereby they will supply the City with a new Skid-Steer skid loader each year for $900. (Each year the old one is turned in and a new one is provided). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bouwkamp to table the replacement of the heating and cooling system at the Treatment Plant until the July Common Council meeting, at which time all the bids can be reviewed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ter Beest to approve the June Dairy Days budget of $10,395. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to grant a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage License to Terry Zimdars, Agent – Grand River Cooperative; a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Ted Robl, Agent – Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Kraig Bauman, Agent – Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; a renewal Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Mark Gelhar – Stubby’s, Amy Schueler & Sandra Murphy for Tailgator’s, and Robert Diedrich, Agent – Green Lake State Bank for Lantern’s. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved to grant Picnic Beer Licenses to the Markesan Lion’s Club for July 28 & 29, 2008 (July 4th celebration) at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park, Markesan Lion’s Club for July 16, 2008 (Pork Roast) at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park, Markesan Lion’s Club for August 8, 2008 (Harvest Days) on Bridge St. – Charles St. to Water St., and Markesan Lion’s Club for August 30, 2008 (Bruce Williams Memorial Ride) on John St – Bridge St. to High St. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt moved to grant Cigarette Licenses to Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Markesan Amoco, Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, and Stubby’s Bar. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to grant Soda Water Licenses to Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Grand River Cooperative, Grand River Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, City of Markesan, Markesan Historical Society, Lake House Motel, Markesan United Methodist Church, Markesan Auto, Home & Farm, Cubit Industries, Robin II, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Markesan Resident Home, Markesan Lumber, Markesan Fire Dept., Markesan District Schools (2), Markesan Econo-Wash, Markesan Pharmacy, and Del Monte Corporation. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest moved to grant Operator Licenses to Ann Davison, Holley Dornfeld, Mitchell Dornfeld, Cory Drager, Heather Heidt, Robert Kwiatowski, Kyle Laper, Celeste Salter and Gene Scott for Stubby’s Bar; Penny Anderson, Sandy Anderson, Deborah Merlin-Bugni, Sasha Lippart-Clark, Denise Hintz, James Hilke, Carol Kelm, and Kathy Semrow for Grand River Convenience Store; Tiffany Bean, LeRoy Berger, Amy Boening, Jenna Frausto, Stephen Hurley, Patricia Salzman and Donna Silgman for Markesan Amoco; Dennis Crook, Lori Damerow, April Degener, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Kimberly Hall, Sandra Hamer, Joshua Laper, Joan Moore, Brooke Prellwitz, Michael Reyna, John Ritchay, Sally Robl, Breck Rooney, Kyle Schweder, Diane Strahota, and Katherine Swanke for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; and Stephen Bieszki for Markesan Fire Department. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council May 13, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Lager, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Bob Trampf and Mark McClusky, representing the city’s Property & Liability Insurance carrier (EMC Insurance) discussed misunderstandings the Council had regarding sewer backup coverage.

Ald. Henke arrived at 7:22 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 8, 2008. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve the minutes of the Organizational Meeting of the Common Council held on April 15, 2008 with the following correction: “Mayor Slate presented the proposed Development Contract between the City and Joel & Jodi Plagenz for Lot #3 in the Industrial Park. Mr. Lager stated that he has a conflict in his decision making powers relating to this project because he may be a subcontractor for Mr. Plagenz in his construction business.” Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald.Schwandt to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 8, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on May 8, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 7, 2008, and the minutes of the Planning Committee held on May 6, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on March 19, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #25083 - #25177 in the amount of $211,155.09 and Utility Checks #8985 - #9012 in the amount of $30,108.81. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Schwandt to revise the Industrial Park incentive to free land and 15% of the estimated value of the building improvements with no cap. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Henke moved to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT WITHIN TIF DISTRICT BETWEEN CITY OF MARKESAN AND JOEL & JODI PLAGENZ. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to purchase a Konica Minolta Bizhub 200 copy machine from Northeast Photocopy with the additional memory for $4,297 including shipping, setup and training, plus the maintenance agreement of $455/yr. for a total of $4,752 to come from Outlay-General Accounting #615520. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the CITY OF MARKESAN ELECTION CONTINGENCY PLAN. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Schwandt to amend the Finance, Personnel & Safety Minutes to correct the price of the copy machine from $4,852 to $4,752. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve RESOLUTION #3-08 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING HOURS FOR BOARD OF REVIEW for June 2, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve Sesquicentennial Celebration Fund Transfer of $500 from FSB Events Savings to MSB Events Checking Account. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to contribute $1,500 from Acct. #5534 to the Events Committee for the June Dairy Days celebration. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to rescind the previous motion relating to the revision of the Industrial Park Incentive. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest then moved to revise the Industrial Park incentive to free land and 15% of the estimated assessed value of the building improvements with a $100,000 maximum. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt moved to contribute $1,000 from Acct. #5534 to the Lion’s July 4th celebration. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest approve reimbursement to Marion University for Police Officer William Pflum’s Managerial and Professional Ethics course at a cost of $900. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to purchase two ballistic vests for the Police Department at a cost not to exceed $1,824. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve RESOLUTION #4-08 COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION commending Anthony Doro and Craig Frei for continuing their successful maintenance program at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Schwandt to grant an Operator License to Sasha Lippart-Clark for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, pending successful completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Fire Department for June 13 – 15, 2008. Motion carried (Abstain 1 – Ald. Bieszki).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.

Organizational Meeting Common Council April 15, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Rich Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager, and Ter Beest were present. Also present were Green Lake County District Attorney Winn Collins, incoming Alderperson Paul Schwandt, and several other interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Green Lake County District Attorney Winn Collins commended the Council on the excellent “mock” disaster crash that was sponsored by the Markesan Police Department, Markesan Fire Department, and other emergency services departments warning high school students of the dangers of drinking and driving.

Mayor Slate presented the proposed Development Contract between the City and Joel & Jodi Plagenz for Lot #3 in the Industrial Park. Mr. Lager stated that he has a conflict in his decision making powers relating to this project because he is employed by Mr. Plagenz in the construction business. He excused himself from the table and any further discussion relating to the project.

Joel Plagenz informed the Council of details of his proposed building project. The assessor estimated that, based on the plans, the building value would be between $293,800 - $402,338. Following discussion motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to set the estimated taxable value at $380,166.66 including land (2,948 sq. ft at $125/sq. ft. - $368,500 plus $11,666.66 land). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

The development incentive was then discussed. Incentives are based on how close the proposed project meets the conditions of the Industrial Park guidelines. Mr. Bieszki questioned whether previously enacted guidelines had set a “cap” for incentive payments. Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to recess for 10 minutes to check previous minutes to see if a “cap” had been set.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark made a motion to reconvene into open session. Motion carried. It was reported that a previous motion made at the April 13, 2004 Common Council meeting “approved Industrial Park Incentive guidelines that would offer free land and 10% of the estimated building costs not to exceed $20,000 per lot…”. Following additional discussion regarding whether the “cap” should be raised, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Henke to offer a 15% incentive to Joel & Jodi Plagenz ($55,275). Since this amount exceeds the “cap”, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to amend the original motion to “recommend a 15% incentive to Joel & Jodi Plagenz based on the cost of the improvements on the building project as $368,500”. Motion carried on the amendment. Motion carried on the original amended motion.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

(Between the two Council meetings, Mayor Slate presented out-going Alderman James Clark with his “Helping Hands” award honoring Mr. Clark for his past 12 years of service to the City of Markesan.) The City of Markesan gratefully acknowledges Mr. Clark’s contributions and wishes his well in the future.

After the seating of the new Council, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager, Schwandt and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke nominated Stephen Bieszki as President of the Council. Motion carried.

Appointments were reviewed:

FINANCE, PERSONNEL & SAFETY: Brenda Henke-Chair, Stephen Bieszki, Brian Lager, Paul Schwandt, Rich Slate
STREETS, BUILDING & UTILITIES: Stephen Bieszki-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brian Lager, Kurt Ter Beest, Rich Slate
PUBLIC PROPERTY & HEALTH: Paul Schwandt-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brenda Henke, Kurt Ter Beest, Rich Slate
GREEN LAKE CO. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Ken Werth
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: Brenda Henke, Rich Slate
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Brenda Henke- Council Represent-ative, Brian Lager-Council Representative, Kenneth Paskey (2011), Will Pflum (2011), David Prill (2010), Marsha Gibbons (2010), Clem Fischer (2009)
POLICE COMMITTEE: Clem Fischer (2011), William Slate (2010), Ken Preuss (2009)
PLANNING COMMITTEE: Rich Slate-Mayor, Paul Schwandt-Council Representative, Curt Talma (2011), Derek Kwiesielewicz (2010), Skip Walker (2010), Dawn Reno-Smerda (2009), Tony Dolgner (2009)
CITY ATTORNEY: Daniel D. Sondalle
CLERK-TREASURER: Patricia A. Prill
CHIEF OF POLICE: Steven F. Braun
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS: Martin Hansen
SUPERVISOR OF WATER/WASTEWATER: Anthony Doro
DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: Michael Ross
CITY FORESTER: Martin Hansen
WEED COMMISSIONER: Steven F. Braun
CEMETERY SEXTON: Lorraine Justmann
ZONING/BUILDING ADMINISTRATOR: James Lawton, General Engineering Co.
BOARD OF REVIEW: Rich Slate-Mayor, Patricia Prill-Clerk, Gregory Gardinier, Assessor, Stephen Bieszki, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brenda Henke (Alternate), Brian Lager (Alternate), Paul Schwandt (Alternate), Kurt Ter Beest (Alternate)
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: Jeff Wills (2011), Norman Hermann (2010), Donald Leider (2010), Curt Talma (2009), David Zanto (2009), Ted Robl (Alternate), Dawn Reno-Smerda (Alternate)
LIBRARY BOARD: Lucy Hazlewood-Librarian, Nancy Bouwkamp-Council Representative, Russell Hirschy-School Representative, Orville Biesenthal- County Representative, Dr. Paul Plueddeman (2011), Nancy Kirst (2011), Lois Page (2010), Julie Allen (2009), Jean Hollander (2009)

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to accept Mayor Slate’s council and citizen appointments. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to approve the following persons to serve as Election Workers for the coming year: Irene Bruun, Beverly Dallman, Patricia Dallman, Shirley Dulas, Naomi Hilger, Jean Karns, Delores Metcalf, Beverly Roeder, Lois Scharschmidt, Joyce Schwandt, Elaine Seeliger, Joyce Shaw, Virginia Tetzlaff, and Jeanette Zacharias. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to designate the Farmers State Bank, Markesan State Bank, Local Government Investment Pool, and Wisconsin Investment Trust Fund as depositories for the City. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to appoint the Markesan Regional Reporter as the City’s official newspaper. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council April 8, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Scott Ceman, a Republican candidate for Green Lake County District Attorney, introduced himself to the Council and spoke of felony prosecutions within the County in 2007.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 11, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 3, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on April 3, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 1, 2008, and the minutes of the Planning Commission Public Hearing held on April 2, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on February 20, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment of General Checks #24995 - #25082 in the amount of $91,873.94 and Utility Checks #8954 - #8984 in the amount of $22,185.02. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase of a paint road striping machine from Sherwin Williams at a cost of $3920. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to approve the purchase from Madison Spring, Inc. for new snowplow springs at a cost of $331.60. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to approve the purchase of 2x2x6 cement blocks for gravel storage at the old treatment plant site at a cost not to exceed $800. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase of a used leaf vac at a cost of $3,500.25. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to accept the low bid of $3,731 from Krause Excavating, Inc. for road grading and gravel at the recycling center. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to accept the low bid of $20,080 for pump level controls at the Willow Court Lift Station. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Clark moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to grant a conditional use permit to Joel & Jodi Plagenz for the construction of a commercial building within the Industrial Park for use as a medical clinic for daily patient consultation. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the request of the American Legion for the parade route on Memorial Day. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the purchase of Sesquicentennial Seals at a cost not to exceed $300. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki arrived at 7:40 p.m.

Following discussion regarding the past practices of the City and the Markesan Lions regarding the upkeep of the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park, a motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to have the Mayor appoint an ad hoc committee consisting of 2 representatives each from the City, the Lions, and the Kiwanis to work on developing a written agreement for the operation of the City’s two parks (Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park & Kiwanis Park). Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to grant Operator Licenses to Denise Schwochert for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, and Katie Rahn for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly pending successful completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council March 11, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on February 12, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the Police Report and Schedule for March; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on March 6, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on March 6, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on March 4, 2008, and the minutes of the Zoning Appeals Committee held on February 27, 2008; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on January 16, 2008. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to approve payment of General Checks #24918 - #24994 in the amount of $517,739.89 and Utility Checks #8932 - #8953 in the amount of $23,797.03. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to make a final payment to the Markesan Library in the amount of $1738 for the 2007 library assessment to be posted as a 2007 library expenditure. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. It should be noted that in 2008 the city will advise the amounts quarterly, but will not bill the amount to the library.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to accept the 2008 heating and air conditioning service contract for City Hall from Rohde Brothers, Inc. in the amount of $2,897.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve payment of $6,295.00 to KT Motorsports, Inc. for snowplow repairs. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to purchase new radio frequencies at a one-time cost of $1,095.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest to reimburse Police Officer William Pflum $900 for completion of the Professional Composition and Research Writing course from Marion College. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to waive the reading of and adopt RESOLUTION #2-08 A RESOLUTION ASKING THE GREEN LAKE COUNTY BOARD TO SUPPORT A REGIONAL BIKE ROUTE IMPROVEMENT PLAN.
Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Clark to grant Operator Licenses to Patricia J. Salzman, Jenna Frausto, and Tiffany Bean for Markesan Amoco pending successful completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council February 12, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, and Lager were in attendance.  Ald. Henke and Ald. Ter Beest were excused.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed.  Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on January 12, 2008.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report & Schedule for February; and to accept the minutes of the  Markesan Library Board held on December 12, 2007.  Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks # 24814 - # 24917 in the amount of $ 418,640.48 and Utility Checks # 8909 - # 8931 in the amount of $ 19,557.58.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Brian Cooke, representing Alliant Utilities, addressed to Council regarding the communications tower located adjacent to Precision Drive.  Alliant recently purchased the tower from Charter Communications and are working to make future improvements to the area.  They will be working with the City regarding the improvements, location of city-owned equipment on the tower, and request for reduction in the monthly rent due the city.   The entire issue was referred back to the Finance Committee/Public Property Committee for further discussion.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to authorize the City Clerk to bill the Markesan Library monthly for services rendered them with said billing to be itemized showing hours worked, rate of pay, and dollars billed.  Following discussion with Lucy Hazlewood, librarian, motion was made by Ald. Clark/ Ald. Lager to rescind the previous motion and send the issue regarding the billing process for the Library to the Public Property & Health Committee for further discussion.  Motion carried

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to re-hire Jason Preuss as a part-time police officer at the rate of $15.78/hr.  Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve payment of the 2008 Markesan Chamber Dues in the amount of $100.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to purchase 27 traffic signs from Newman Traffic Signs in the amount of $ 731.35.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to authorize the Police Chief to attend the Police Chief’s Conference in February at a cost of $ 125.  Roll call:  Aye 4, Nay 0.  Motion carried.   

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council January 8, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance. Ald. Clark was excused.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 11, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on December 18, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for January; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 3, 2008; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on January 3, 2008; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 2, 2008; and to accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on November 21, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve payment of General Checks #24705 - #24813 in the amount of $161,272.80 and Utility Checks #8890 - #8908 in the amount of $30570.77. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute and sign an Offer to Purchase between the City of Markesan and Matthew Glod, Michael Glod, Sr. and Mike Glod (Glod Squad) for the purchase of Lot #13 in the Industrial Park, and to execute and sign a Right of First Refusal for the Purchase of the remainder of Lot #14 not needed for a proposed roadway. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve Resolution #1-08 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF REAL ESTATE relating to the sale of Lot #3 to Joel Plagenz. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to authorize General Engineering Co., Inc. to proceed with review of the recent FEMA Flood Insurance Study and Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps at a cost not to exceed $2,000. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to authorize the sale of the 1948 8N Ford Tractor to John Laper for $1,800. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald, Henke to put the $1,800 received from the sale of Ford Tractor into Account # 6411 Outlay-Machines (Non-Lapsing). Roll call: Ayr 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Ter Beest moved to authorize the purchase of a Police Taser at a cost not to exceed $925. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve the Bail/Bond Collection Policy pending approval by the City Attorney. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to reimburse Officer Will Pflum $900 for a Marion College Criminal Justice Course. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to grant Operator’s Licenses to Audrey Schultz Amos for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Amber Ortiz for Markesan Amoco. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Common Council, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

COMMON COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION December 18, 2007

The Common Council will recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the sale of public property after which they will reconvene for the remainder of the meeting.

AGENDA

Business to be conducted:

 Sale of Lot #3 – Markesan Industrial Park
 Negotiate Offer to Purchase – Lot #3

Both parties want Lot #3 because of the visibility it offers to traffic on Highway 44. Council feels that Plagenz building project it a better fit for the lot. Glod indicated they would like to expand in the future and Lot 3 may become too small for future expansion.
Land to the west of KT Motorsports, Inc. is approx. 3 ½ acres and would be better for Glod. It was discussed to retain ½ acre to use as a roadway to the north (road would turn at the hydrant west of KT) and then would allow development to the north of Industrial Park in the event land could be acquired from PMI.
Review of the Industrial Park indicates that there remains approx. 2 ½ acres in Lot #14.

City of Markesan Common Council Regular Meeting December 11, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate.  Roll call:  Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.  Also attending were Mike Kenseth representing General Engineering Co., Inc., Drew Diedrich and Bob Trampf representing EMC Insurance, and Jim Koster representing Wausau Insurance Company.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Agenda moving Item #5.3 Approve Bid for 2008 Property & Liability Insurance immediately following Citizen’s Comments.  Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – none

Representatives from EMC Insurance and Wausau Insurance presented their proposals for 2008 Property & Liability Insurance.  Following a question and answer session, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bouwkamp to accept the bid from EMC Insurance in the amount of $36,142 for 2008 Property & Liability Insurance coverage.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke).  Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on November 13, 2007.  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on December 6, 2007.  Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed.  Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for December; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on December 6, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on December 6, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on December 4, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on October 17, 2007.  Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki  moved to approve payment of General Checks # 24614 - # 24704 in the amount of $ 98,160.03 and Utility Checks # 8865 - # 8889 in the amount of $ 21,924.89.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to waive the reading of a approve Resolution # 7-07 RESOLUTION TO BORROW FUND FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES PURSUANT TO SECTION 67.12(12) WI STATS. (E. MANCHESTER ST. REHABILITATION PROJECT).  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark moved to authorize the purchase of a new computer tower for use in the Police Department for a cost not to exceed $500.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to reimburse Officer Pflum  $900 for a Marian College Criminal Justice Course.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.  (It was noted, for the record, that Officer Pflum received an “A” in the course).

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to authorize Emergency Management member payments in the amount of $1,200.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager).  Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to authorize $350 for the Emergency Management Christmas Party.  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager).  Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to disallow the request of General Electric Capital Corporation for the refund of 2006 Personal Property Taxes based failure to file a claim with the City per WI Stats. 74.37.    

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to authorize the purchase from Waupun Equipment, Inc. for parts to repair the snowplow at a cost not to exceed $1,119.13.  Roll call:  Aye 5, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to authorize General Engineering Co., Inc. to proceed with preliminary engineering work relating to future water/sewer projects in the S. Margaret and W. John St. areas at a cost not to exceed $10,000 (paid by the utility department and possibly partially reimbursed by grant money).  Roll call:  Aye 6, Nay 0.  Motion carried.

The Council reviewed proposed Evaluation Forms and Criteria needed for the sale of a lot in the Industrial Park.  Interested builders will be invited to a Special Council meeting on December  18, 2007 to discuss their projects.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to grant Operator Licenses to Stephen Hurley for Markesan Amoco, and Katherine Swanke for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly pending a police background check and successful completion of the Responsible Server’s Course.  Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council November 13, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki (appeared by phone), Bouwkamp, Clark and Lager were in attendance. Ald. Henke and Ald. Ter Beest were absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on October 9, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Clark moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on October 18, 2007. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Police Report & Schedule for November; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on November 6, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on November 6, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on November 6, 2007; the minutes of the Planning Commission held on October 29, 2007 and November 8, 2007; and the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on September 19, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #24503 - #24613 in the amount of $125,296.66 and Utility Checks #8814 - #8864 in the amount of $24,444.96. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As the time had arrived, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to recess the meeting in order to hold the Public Hearing for the proposed 2008 budget for the City of Markesan and to reconvene following the hearing to act upon the budget and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Motion carried.

The Public Hearing was called to order by Mayor Slate at 7:15 p.m. With no public comment, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to close the Public Hearing and reconvene the Council meeting. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the 2008 City of Markesan budget with a tax levy of $497,569. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Planning Commission’s recommendation to grant four variances to the Industrial Park Restrictions and Protective Covenants in the Davey Evans building project. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve payment to Schmidt Masonry in the amount of $945.98 for additional work on Precision Drive. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the purchase of a computer for the Clerk’s office in the amount of $675. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve police communications upgrades in the amount $4,511.46. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to accept the Markesan State Bank bid for refinancing of the Manchester Street loan. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Assessment Contract of Gardiner Appraisal Service in the amount of $4,300. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Planning Commission’s recommendation to rezone land owned by David and Cheryl Abendroth at 608 Airport Drive from Agricultural to R-1 Single Family Residential. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald Lager to waive the reading of and approve Ordinance #206 AN ORDINANCE CREATING SECTION 17.161 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN REGARDING WELLHEAD PROTECTION. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve repairs to the City garage overhead door in the amount of $656. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to hire Joseph Kurowski as part-time snowplow operator at the rate of $11 per hour. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve repairs to the Ford tractor in the amount of $1831.45. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve replacement of a City Hall boiler at a cost not to exceed $4,558. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to accept the Mayor’s appointment of Nancy Kirst to the Markesan Public Library Board. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL October 18, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Mayor Slate informed the Council that Davey Evans would like to construct a building in the Industrial Park for the repair and sale of small engines. Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to authorize DM Green & Associates Engineering, Inc. to survey Lot #4 of the Markesan Industrial Park at a cost not to exceed $3,000. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to forward to the City Attorney, for his review and approval, the CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT WITHIN TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT #1 OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF MARKESAN AND DAVEY EVANS, d/b/a DAVEY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieski moved to authorize Ehlers & Associates, Inc. formulate the TID REVENUE PROJECTIONS & PROJECTED PAYMENTS SCHEDULE relating to the Davey Evans proposed building project. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council October 9, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on September 11, 2007. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager arrived at 7:04 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report and Schedule for October; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on September 18, 2007; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on October 3, 2007, the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on October 3, 2007; and the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on October 2, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve payment of General Checks #24433 - #24502 in the amount of $65,678.30 and Utility Checks #8796 - #8813 in the amount of $12,602.74. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Randy Eager, Jeremy Oliver and Matt Lohrey appeared before the Council to request permission to construct a clay tractor pull track in the Industrial. Following discussion, a motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to allow the construction of a 50’ x 350’ clay tractor pull track in the Industrial Park with the exact location determined by the Director of Public Works. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to authorize General Communications, Inc. to do additional work relating to FCC licensing at a cost not to exceed $500. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase of radio lightning suppression equipment and two Emergency Management radios at a cost not to exceed $1,300. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to designate Acct. #6212 Outlay-Police Patrol as a non-lapsing Police Patrol account. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to transfer the remainder balance in Farmers State Bank Savings Acct. #64519 Police Vehicle to the newly created non-lapsing Police Patrol account. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to hire Troy Schroeder as a part-time police officer at the rate of $15.78/hr. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the purchase the MAS 90
computer software update for the Clerk’s Office at a cost not to exceed $820. Roll call; Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to hire Hansen’s Tree Service to remove the dead tree at 24 S. Bridge Street at a cost of $625. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to hire Hansen’s Tree Service to cut down the dead tree at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park at a cost of $325. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant a $.50/hr merit increase to Tom Roberts, Public Works Department effective November 1, 2007. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant full-time employees a 3% wage increase effective January 1, 2008. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Dean Health Care rate of $1,083.30 with the City paying 94 ½% and employees paying 5 ½% for 2008 health insurance. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke arrived at 7:45 p.m.

Following considerable discussion regarding the 2008 City of Markesan Budget, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the Proposed 2007 Budget for the City of Markesan with a City Tax Levy of $497,569 (2% increase), authorize the publication of same, and set the Public Hearing for adoption of the Final Budget for November 13, 2007 at 7:15 p.m. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to grant Operator’s Licenses to Gloria Tijerina and Linda Pena for Markesan Amoco. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council September 11, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – Janine Rubeck of the Green Lake Animal Shelter spoke to the Council regarding cat licensing, and citizen comments were discussed regarding the laying of pavement in the rain, and cable TV complaints.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on August 14, 2007. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report and Schedule for September; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on September 5, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on September 5, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on September 4, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on July 25, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve payment of General Checks #24353 - #24432 in the amount of $110,287.53 and Utility Checks #8776 - #8795 in the amount of $16,609.56. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to waive the reading of and adopt ORDINANCE #203 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 17.02(21)(a), 17.08 1(b), and 17.08(3) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN relating to garage size. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to accept the low bid of Schmidt Masonry, Inc. in the amount of $6,187 to install concrete on a section of Precision Drive, with the costs coming out of the TIF Savings Account. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize KT Motorsports, Inc .to repair the 2000 Public Works truck for a cost not to exceed $374. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Ter Beest). Motion carried.

Since the time had come, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to recess the Common Council meeting to hold the Public Hearing on the 2007 Sidewalk Project, and immediately thereafter reconvene the Common Council and continue with the remainder of the meeting.

Mayor Slate called the Public Hearing to order and asked for comments regarding the 2007 Sidewalk Project. Since there were no comments, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to reconvene for the remainder of the Council meeting.

Following discussion, motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to waive the reading of and adopt ORDINANCE #204 AN ORDINANCE CREATING CHAPTER 23 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN REGARDING ANIMALS, BIRDS AND FOWL. Additional discussion resulted in a motion by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to amend the original motion to include on page 3 23.06 IMPOUNDMENT (paragraph 2) “Any animal impounded shall be held for a period of seven (7) days to permit the owner to reclaim it at owners expense.” Motion carried. Roll call vote on the original amended motion: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to waive the reading and adopt ORDINANCE #205 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTIONS 9.09, 9.10, 12.10 and 12.11 OF THE MARKESAN MUNICIPAL CODE, relating to animal licensing. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 6-07 FINAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INSTALLATION OF SIDEWALKS AND LEVYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS relating to the 2007 Sidewalk Project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to set 2007 Trick or Treat Hours for Wednesday, October 31, 2007 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Following discussion, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to refer the Police Chiefs wage increase to the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee to be reviewed along with the other employees wage increases. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the process used in calculating assessments for the Southern Green Lake County Ambulance. No action taken.

Discussion was held on whether land was available for sale by the City on Highway 44 West, after which motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Ter Beest to refer the matter back to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee for further review. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Mayor’s recommendation of Lois Page to the Markesan Library Board. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to grant an Operator’s License to James Hilke for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council August 14, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on July10, 2007. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the Police Report and Schedule for August; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on August 9, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on August 9, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on August 7, 2007; the minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals held on July 18, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on May 9, 2007 and June 20, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #24249 - #2435 in the amount of $197,026.67 and Utility Checks #8748 - #8775 in the amount of $18,849.98. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding proposed Ordinance #203 ANIMALS, BIRDS and FOWL, several changes will be made and the revised ordinance will be reviewed at the September Council meeting.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark to authorize the purchase of 1000 rounds of AR-15 ammunition from Precision Sports at a cost of $380. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to purchase a network server for backing up city files from Badgerland Computers at a cost not to exceed $2,270. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize the withdrawal of no more than $1,000 from the Events Committee Savings to cover Harvest Day expenses. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest to authorize the installation of a 40’ x 25’ sub-base area on Precision Drive (between PMI’s two buildings) at a cost not to exceed $1,500. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to authorize payment of the 2nd half of 2007 Communities of Green Lake dues in the amount of $750 and to review whether to participate in 2008. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to authorize the relocation of the police and emergency government antennas to the Charter Communications tower at a cost not to exceed $3,217.50. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to grant a Class “B” Combination Alcohol License to Green Lake State Bank, Robert Diedrich, agent for the Lantern’s, LLC, at 649 N. Margaret St., Markesan, WI. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to grant a Picnic Beer License to Markesan Lion’s Club for August 18, 2007 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. Motion carried. Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki).

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to grant Operator’s Licenses to Gena Leedle, Matt Rupnow, and Donna Silgman for Condon Oil Company, Markesan Amoco; and Robert Kearley, Chrissy Michels and David Winchell for Tailgator’s. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m

Regular Meeting Common Council June 12, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 9, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Police Report & Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 4, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on June 4, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on June 5, 2007; the minutes of the Planning Commission Public Hearing held on June 6, 2007; and to accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on April 18, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve payment of General Checks #24047 - #241324 in the amount of $45,939.53 and Utility Checks #8686 - #8713 in the amount of $16,980.92. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest accept the bid of Scott Construction in the amount of $3,076.25 to chip seal the City Hall parking lot and driveway. Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to amend the motion to state that funds for the chip sealing will come from the Non-Lapsing Outlay-Parking Lot Acct. #6452. Motion carried to amend the original motion. Roll call on the amended original motion: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to approve the Sidewalk Agreement between the City of Markesan and Bryan Fields for property located at 130 E. Manchester St. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve RESOLUTION #4-07 A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE BORROWING OF FUNDS FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES PURSUANT TO SECTION 67.12(12) WISCONSIN STATUTES (REFINANCING OF TIF GENERAL OBLIGATION NOTES) and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve RESOLUTION #5-07 COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION which informs the Department of Natural Resources that the Common Council has reviewed the 2006 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and commends Anthony Doro and Craig Frei for their excellent maintenance program at the treatment plant. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the CONDITIONAL USE FOR GRAND RIVER VETERAN’S MEMORIAL/AMERICAN LEGION POST #282 for the construction of a Memorial Park that recognizes the services of individuals who served in United States military services and the U.S. Merchant Marine within a multi-family residential district. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve the AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MARKESAN AND AMERICAN LEGION POST #282 for the placement of the Doughboy Statue in the Grand River Memorial Park. Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to donate $1,500 to the 2007 June Dairy Days celebration. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to contribute $1,000 to the Markesan Lion’s Clun July 4th Fireworks Celebration. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager moved to approve the purchase of electrical supplies from Viking Electrical Supply, Inc. in the amount of $772.02 for emergency electrical repairs at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the hiring of Scott Cody as a part-time police officer at the rate of $15.78/hr. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the purchase of a welder from Air Gas, Inc. not to exceed $3,000 with 2/3 of the cost coming from Acct. #5411 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT and 1/3 of the cost coming from the Water/Sewer Account. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to grant a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage License to Terry Zimdars, Agent – Grand River Cooperative; a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Ted Robl, Agent – Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Kraig Bauman, Agent – Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; a renewal Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License to Mark Gelhar – Stubby’s and Monte Whitney – Sandy’s Diner. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Ter Beest moved to grant Cigarette Licenses to Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Markesan Amoco, Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, and Stubby’s Bar. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Ter Beest/Ald. Lager to grant Soda Water Licenses to Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Grand River Cooperative, Grand River Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, City of Markesan (2), Markesan Historical Society, Lake House Motel, Markesan United Methodist Church, Markesan Auto, Home & Farm, Cubit Industries, Robin II, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Markesan Resident Home, Markesan Lumber, Markesan Fire Dept., Markesan District Schools (2), Markesan Econo-Wash, Markesan Home Center, Markesan Pharmacy, and Del Monte Corporation. Motion carried. Abstain: 1 (Ald. Bieszki).

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant Picnic Beer Licenses to Markesan Lion’s Club for Lion’s Pork Roast on July 18, 2007 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park; Markesan Lion’s Club for Harvest Days on August 10, 2007; and Markesan Lion’s Club for the Bruce Williams Memorial Motorcycle Ride on August 25, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Ter Beest to approve Operator’s Licenses to Ann Davison, Mitchell Downfield, Renee Fischer, Troy Fischer, Heather Heidt, Robert Kwiatowski, Celeste Salter, and Gene Scott for Stubby’s Bar; Misty Mueller and Jessica Stanke for Sandy’s Bar; Penny Anderson, Sandy Anderson, Christine Becker, Heidi Brinkman, Deborah Bugni, Jeffrey Nitzke, and Kathy Semrow for Grand River Co-op Convenience Store; Amy Boening, Michelle Burk, Ann Davison, Dawn Davison, Georgene Gruendeman, Travis Harke, Crystal Haight, and Jacque Ness for Markesan Amoco; Amanda Atchison-Zwetow, Dennis Crook, Brianna Damerow, Lori Damerow, April Degener, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Kimberly Hall, Sandra Hamer, Joshua Laper, Joan Moore, Brooke Prellwitz, Michael Reyna, John Ritchay, Breck Rooney, Sally Robl, Kyle Schweder and Diane Strahota for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; and Jeff Arndt, Dennis Burk, Dennis Grahn, David Mildebrandt, Jeff Mildebrandt, Linda Moldenhauer, Richard Mildebrandt; Thomas Panten, Daniel Prill, Bradley Strahota, Joseph Strelow, Thomas Wilde, and Stephen Bieszki for Markesan Fire Department. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Common Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council May 9, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke and Lager were in attendance. Ald. Bieszki and Ald. Ter Beest were absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda, but move Item 5.8 (Road Maintenance Policy) before Item 4.3 (Accept Chip Seal Bid – 2007 Street Project). Motion carried.

Several citizens from the Hollander Street area addressed the Council regarding their concerns in chip sealing Hollander Street.

It was moved by Ald. Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 10, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the Minutes of the Organizational Meeting of the Common Council held on April 17, 2007. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 2, 2007; the minutes of the Property Property & Health Committee held on May 2m 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 1, 2007 (changing the reference in the Water & Sewer Department Report to read “manhole” instead of “sinkhole”); the minutes of the Community Development Authority held on April 16, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on March 21, 2007. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to approve payment of General Checks #23974 - #24046 in the amount of $155,705.89 and Utility Checks # 8673 - #8685 in the amount of $22,502.35. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to table until June the adoption of the Animal, Birds & Fowl Ordinance, and the repeal of Sec. 9.09, 9.10, 12.10 & 12.11 of the Municipal Code. Motion carried.

Following considerable discussion regarding the maintenance of streets within the City, and the different methods used to preserve the roads, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to refer the Road Maintenance Policy matter back to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee for further review. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to table the acceptance of Chip Seal Bid for the 2007 Street Project until next month. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to table the General Engineering Co., Inc. Billing Statement – WWTP fill Site until next month’s meeting of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to remove the Bryan Fields property at 130 E. Manchester Street from the 2007 Sidewalk Project, and enter into a separate agreement with him allowing until July 1, 2008 for the installation of his sidewalk. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke moved to approve Resolution #3-07 A RESOLUTION REQUIRING MARKESAN RESIDENT HOME, INC. TO PAY A FEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 66.1201(22) OF THE WISCONSIN STATUTES. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to refinance the TIF General Obligation Notes using the Farmers State Bank. Said loan to be in the amount of $300,000, with interest of 5.75% and semiannual payments of $50,000 principle and interest. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to draft a resolution to borrow $300,000 from the Farmers State Bank for the refinancing of the TIF General Obligation Notes. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark moved to approve the purchase of a new computer for the Clerk’s Office at a cost of $1,523.00 from Badgerland Computer Systems. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to refer City Contribution to Employees Further Education to the Finance, Personnel & Committee for further discussion. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding the Habitat for Humanity Dedication scheduled for May 20, 2007, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to waive the Building Permit Fee for the construction of the Habitat for Humanity home. Roll call: Aye 0, Nay 4. Motion defeated.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to donate $500 to the Habitat for Humanity Project and earmark the contribution “Building Permit Fee”. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to approve emergency repairs to the well pump and wiring at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park at Little Green Lake at a cost not to exceed $1,200. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Lion’s Club for the July 4th celebration at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park at Little Green Lake on June 30, 2007 – July 1, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to grant Operator’s Licenses to Jessica Matos and Jason Banks for Bergy’s. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager left at 8:50 p.m.

Due to the lack of a quorum the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Common Council April 17, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Rich Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Lager, and Roeder were present. Ald. Henke was absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to approve Resolution #02-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING ELDERLY HOUSING AND THE ISSUANCE OF HOUSING FACILITIES REVENUE BONDS BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN – (MARKESAN RESIDENT HOME, INCORPORATED PROJECT). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried. Further discussion was held regarding the PILOT Payment (Payment in Lieu of Taxes). The process used to determine the PILOT Payments will be addressed in the Project Contract.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

After the seating of the new Council, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Lager and Ter Beest were in attendance. Ald. Henke was absent.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki nominated James Clark as President of the Council. As there were no further nominations, a unanimous ballot was cast for James Clark as Council President. Motion carried.

Appointments were reviewed:
FINANCE, PERSONNEL & SAFETY: James Clark-Chair, Stephen Bieszki, Brenda Henke, Kurt Ter Beest, Rich Slate
STREETS, BUILDING & UTILITIES: Stephen Bieszki-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, James Clark, Brian Lager, Rich Slate
PUBLIC PROPERTY & HEALTH: Brenda Henke-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brian Lager, Kurt Ter Beest, Rich Slate
GREEN LAKE CO. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Ken Werth
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: James Clark, Rich Slate
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Brenda Henke- Council Represent-ative, Brian Lager-Council Representative, David Prill (2010), Clemence Fischer (2009), Ken Paskey (2008), Will Pflum (2008)
POLICE COMMITTEE: William Slate (2010), Ken Preuss (2009), Clem Fischer (2008),
PLANNING COMMITTEE: Rich Slate-Mayor, Kurt Ter Beest-Council Representative, Derek Kwiesielewicz (2010), Skip Walker (2010), Dawn Reno-Smerda (2009), Tony Dolgner (2009), Curt Talma (2008)
CITY ATTORNEY: Daniel Sondalle
CLERK-TREASURER: Patricia A. Prill
CHIEF OF POLICE: Steven F. Braun
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS: Martin Hansen
SUPERVISOR OF WATER/WASTEWATER: Anthony Doro
DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: Michael Ross
CITY FORESTER: Martin Hansen
WEED COMMISSIONER: Steven F. Braun
CEMETERY SEXTON: Lorraine Justmann
ZONING/BUILDING ADMINISTRATOR: James Lawton,General Engineering Co., Inc.
BOARD OF REVIEW: Rich Slate-Mayor, Patricia Prill-Clerk, Gregory Gardinier, Assessor, Stephen Bieszki, Nancy Bouwkamp, James Clark (Alternate), Brenda Henke (Alternate), Brian Lager (Alternate), Kurt Ter Beest (Alternate)
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: Norman Hermann (2010), Donald Leider (2010), David Zanto (2009), Curt Talma (2009), Jeff Wills (2008)
LIBRARY BOARD: Lucy Hazlewood-Librarian, James Clark-Council Representative, Russell Hirschy-School Representative, Orville Biesenthal- County Representative, Leslie Kalmon (2010) Open Position (2010), Julie Allen (2009), Jean Hollander (2009), Paul Plueddeman (2008)

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to accept Mayor Slate’s council and citizen appointments. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve the following persons to serve as Election Workers for the coming year: Lois Albrecht, Irene Bruun, Beverly Dallman, Patricia Dallman, Shirley Dulas, Naomi Hilger, Jean Karns, Delores Metcalf, Lois Page, Lois Scharschmidt, Joyce Schwandt, Elaine Seeliger, Joyce Shaw, Virginia Tetzlaff, and Jeanette Zacharias. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to designate the Farmers State Bank, Markesan State Bank, Local Government Investment Pool, and Wisconsin Investment Trust Fund as depositories for the City. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to appoint the Markesan Regional Reporter as the City’s official newspaper. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Ter Beest to adjourn. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council  April 10, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Lager, and Roeder were in attendance. Ald. Henke asked to be excused due to illness.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda, but holding over until next month Item 4.1 (Adopt Animals, Birds & Fowl Ordinance) and Item 4.2 (Adopt Ordinance – Repeal Sec. 9.09, 9.10, 12.10 & 12.11 Municipal Code). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 13, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 5, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on April 5, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 4, 2007; the minutes of the Community Development Authority held on March 23, 2007; the minutes of the Events Committee held on January 29, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Library Board held on February 21, 2007. Motion carried.

(The Council requested that the record gratefully acknowledge the generous gift of the Manchester Rod & Gun Club to purchase an AR-15 weapon for use by the Police Department.)

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #23895 - #23973 in the amount of $134,099.74 and Utility Checks #8652 - #8672 in the amount of $14,832.97. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding the upcoming sidewalk repair/replacement project, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve Resolution #1-07 PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENT TO EXERCISE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POLICE POWERS UNDER SECTION 8.09 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND SECTION 66.0703 WI STATS. Following further discussion, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to amend section c. of the resolution to read, “Further, the property owner has the option of paying in full for said project in full for said project within 30 days of invoice without interest or penalty”, and insert as section d. “All assessments that are $250 or less must be paid within 30 days of invoice. All such payments will not be charged interest or penalty”. Motion carried on amending the motion. Roll call on the amended original motion: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the 2007 June Dairy Days Budget of $11,671.40. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried. (It was noted that the Events Committee controls the June Dairy Days Budget).

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize the purchase of 4 new tires for the loader from Gene’s Tire at a cost of $892.44. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to accept the low bid from Jahnke Construction ($7/sq. ft. concrete sidewalk and $2/linear foot saw cutting) for the upcoming sidewalk repair/replacement project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki moved to authorize the purchase of a Satellite Climber Model 6000056 in the amount of $2,391 for placement in Hein Park. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to submit a pre-application to the Division of Housing and Community Development for random selection of Community Development Block Grant Housing Funds. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the Markesan Resident Home’s Payment in Lieu of Taxes.
Different methods of calculating the payments were reviewed.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Fire Department for June Dairy Days, June 8 –10. Motion carried. Ald. Bieszki abstained.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to grant Operator’s Licenses to the following: Robert Kearley for Bergy’s and Breck Rooney for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 7:56 p.m.
 

Regular Meeting Common Council February 13, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Amended Agenda that added Section 6.1 – Mayor’s Appointments to Community Development Authority. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on January 9, 2007. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report & Schedule for February; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on February 8, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on February 8, 2007; the minutes of the Community Development Authority held on January 18, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on December 20, 2006. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks # 23701 - # 23805 in the amount of $405,540.54 and Utility Checks #8603 - #8629 in the amount of $20,673.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Will Pflum, Chairman of the Community Development Authority, asked the Council to give the CDA direction as to their role as the Council sees it. Following discussion, the CDA is requested to provide the Council with objectives and goals they would like to undertake on behalf of the City.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke moved to approve the SITE LICENSE AGREEMENT entered into between the City of Markesan and Charter Cable Partners, LLC (Charter Communications) for use of Charter’s tower for emergency services purposes. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

The Animal, Bird and Fowl Ordinance was reviewed after which a motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to table the adoption of the Ordinance until the March Council meeting pending further review. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to also table the Park/Beach/Cemetery Ordinance until the March Council meeting pending further review. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke moved to authorize Community Options, Inc. to proceed with their playground improvement plans, provided cement is used for the pathways, and there is no cost to the City. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. 3 yr. contract in the amount of $1,392.00 for servicing of the fire alarm system at City Hall. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Kurt Ter Beest to the Community Development Authority to fill an open position. Motion carried.

Following discussion it was determined that there was no open position on the CDA. Motion was then made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to rescind the previous motion appointing Kurt Ter Beest to the Community Development Authority. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to grant Operator’s Licenses to Whitney Dornfeld, Tammy Panten, Marjorie Stellmacher, and Michael Pollesch for Bergy’s. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council. Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council January 9, 2007

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 12, 2006. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for January; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 4, 2007; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on January 4, 2007; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 2, 2007; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on November 15, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki arrived at 7:11 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #23563 - #23700 in the amount of $117,635.78 and Utility Checks #8578 - #8602 in the amount of $19,653.99. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve payment of $3,000 to Grothman & Associates, S.C. for surveying services on North Street. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to approve the SITE LICENSE AGREEMENT between Charter Cable Partners, LLC, d/b/a Charter Communications and the City of Markesan contingent upon Charter Communications paying the City monthly rent of $1,000/mo. from April 2006 to date, and the inclusions of several modifications to the agreement as required by the City Attorney. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to authorize payment health insurance premiums for the Police Chief to be paid at a rate no higher than what the City pays toward other employee coverage. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to authorize payment of $1,561.35 to Ed Priebe Sales & Service for Emergency Services truck repairs. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant a Combination Class “B” Alcohol License to Todd Bergemann for 58 E. John Street, Markesan, WI. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to grant Operator’s Licenses to Katie Hull, Jennifer Walsh, and Dolores Preston for Condon Oil Company/BP Amoco; and Nichole Deaver, Amy Schueler, and Donette Strelow for Bergy’s. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
 

Regular Meeting Common Council December 12, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on November 14, 2006; the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on November 21, 2006; the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on November 28, 2006; and the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on December 4, 2006. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Police Report & Schedule for December; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on December 7, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on December 7, 2006; and to accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on October 18, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve payment of General Checks #23476 - #23562 in the amount of $112,791.93 and Utility Checks #8550 - #8577 in the amount of $49,055.18. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve Resolution #4-06 A RESOLUTION TERMINATING INSURANCE COVERAGE WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROPERTY INSURANCE FUND. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Since the Charter Communications Lease was being reviewed by the City Attorney, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Henke to table the Charter Communications Lease issue until the January, 2007 Council meeting. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark moved to authorize payments to Emergency Government personnel in the amount of $1,200; the Emergency Director $600; and the Assistant Director $400. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize $400 for Emergency Government Christmas Party dinners. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to hire Laura Polcyn as a part-time police officer at the Step III wage of $15.78. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to grant 2% wage increases to Patricia Prill, Nancy Zastrow, Billy Biesenthal, William Pflum, Martin Hansen, Tom Roberts, Tony Doro, and Craig Frei effective January 1, 2007. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to grant an Operator’s License to Amanda J. Atchinson-Zwetow for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending a background check and successful completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to grant a Combination Class “B” Alcohol License to Monte Whitney for Sandy’s Diner, 51 W. Water St., Markesan. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, a motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL November 28, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Following discussion, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to adopt the previously approved 2007 City of Markesan budget with a tax levy of $495,287. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 2 (Ald. Henke, Ald. Roeder). Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL November 21, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke moved to approve the 2007 City of Markesan budget with a tax levy of $487,900. No second. Motion not carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to override the Mayor’s budget veto and adopt the proposed 2007 City of Markesan budget with a tax levy of $495,287. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 2 (Ald. Henke, Ald. Roeder). Motion not carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to table the 2007 City of Markesan budget until a meeting was scheduled where all council members could be in attendance. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried. Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to send correspondence to James Fox and all affected townships regarding the new ambulance assessments. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

CITY OF MARKESAN COMMON COUNCIL October 10, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, and Roeder were in attendance.

Ald. Lager arrived at 7:02 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda with slight modifications in the order. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on September 12, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report and Schedule for October; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on September 26, 2006, the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on October 5, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on October 5, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on October 3, 2006; the minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals held on September 11, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Public Library Board held on August 16, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve payment of General Checks #23263 - #23358 in the amount of $65,412.88 and Utility Checks #8503 - #8523 in the amount of $14,457.20. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to bill the Little Green Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District for time required to pile/push lake weeds at the landfill at a rate of $150 per month (only for those months when the weeds are deposited). Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to transfer $29,500 from the Non-Lapsing Bike Path Account and $7,106.31 from the Police Training Account #5215 to cover the Peter Toutant severance and legal costs. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to invitational bid for the updating of an overview map of the TIF District showing roads, streets, utilities and present business owners. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to authorize Krause Excavating, Inc. to install approximately 200 tons of crushed asphalt on North Street at a cost not to exceed $2,700 ($11.75/ton). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to authorize the Police Chief to advertise for part-time police officers. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to adopt the Police Taser Policy as presented in the Police Report. Motion carried.

Questions regarding the Southern Green Lake County Ambulance 2007 Budget – City Portion were referred back to the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee for further discussion.

Ald. Henke arrived at 7:33 p.m.

Following discussion regarding the City of Markesan 2007 Proposed Budget, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Proposed 2007 Budget for the City of Markesan with a City Tax Levy of $495,287, authorize the publication of same, and set the Public Hearing for adoption of the Final Budget for November 14, 2006 at 7:15 p.m. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to give the American Legion #282 the Doughboy Statue for placement in the proposed Veteran’s Memorial and to authorize the City Attorney to draft an agreement including provisions relating to insurance coverage and the City’s retainage of ownership of the statue in the event the Veteran’s Memorial project dissolves. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to grant an Operator’s License to Pamela Floeter for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly pending approval by the Police Chief. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding Trick or Treat Hours, with no changes made in the originally published hours of Tuesday, October 31, 2006 (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m

CITY OF MARKESAN COMMON COUNCIL September 12, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, and Lager were present. Also in attendance was City Attorney Daniel Sondalle.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Amended Agenda with the following change: move item #4.4 Sno-Drifters Development Contract to 4.1 Old Business. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on August 8, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on August 22, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke arrived at 6:09 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report and Schedule for September; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on September 7, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on September 5, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Committee held on September 7, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Events Committee held on April 24, 2006; and Markesan Public Library Board held on July 19, 2006.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #23164 - #23262 in the amount of $111,860.77 and Utility Checks #8470 - #8502 in the amount of $23,473.81. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the previously approved Contract for Private Development within Tax Incremental District #1 of the City of Markesan by and between the City of Markesan and Markesan Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club dated June 27, 2006 and the following changes were made:
 Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to amend Section 3.2(e) to read, “The Developer will proceed in a timely manner, pursuant to the Restrictions and Protective Covenants, to construct the Minimum Improvements which are projected to be fully valued by the assessor based on actual improvements existing on January 1 of each tax year”. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.
 Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to amend Section 3.2(d) to read, “The Minimum Improvements constitute a permitted use under the zoning ordinance of the City and upon completion will have a projected equalized market value (including land) of $74,916.67. This projected equalized market value is an amount estimated by the City assessor to result from the private development construction plans proposed by the developer. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.
 Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to amend Section 6 to read, “Commencement and Completion of Construction. Subject to unavoidable delays, the Developer shall commence construction of the Minimum Improvements within 45 days after the closing, or on such other date as the parties shall mutually agree. Subject to unavoidable delays, construction of the Minimum Improvements shall be completed pursuant to the terms of the Restrictions and Protective Covenants. All work with the respect to the Minimum Improvements to be constructed or provided by the Developer on the Development property shall be in conformity with the constructions plans as submitted by the Developer and approved by the City, together with any approved modifications thereto” and amend 3.2(g) to read, “The Minimum Improvements on the Development Property will all be constructed by the Developer in accordance with the Restrictions and Protective Covenants recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Green Lake County on March 15, 1995 as amended and approved by the Common Council and pursuant to any variances approved by the Common Council”. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.
 A motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the amended contract pending the approval of the City Attorney. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider the employment, promotion, compensation or employee evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction and will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to reconvene the Common Council and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to hire Steven Braun as Police Chief pending his entering into an employment contract with the City. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to authorize the City Attorney to draft an employment contract for the Police Chief based on the previous closed session discussion. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki moved to appoint Steven Braun as Acting Police Chief effective immediately and until his employment contract is signed. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to “grandfather” the placement of the Lake House Motel sign. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize payment to Ness Electric, Inc. from the Events Committee Savings Account in the amount of $408.28 for electrical upgrades at the City Garage. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize the purchase from Naparella Tire, Inc. in the amount of $1314.40 for 2 tires for the payloader. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to authorize the payment of $425.30 to R & R Enterprises, LLC for electrical upgrades in the Police garage. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay ). Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki moved to authorize payment of Partial Pay Estimate #3 to Kopplin & Kinas Co., Inc. in the amount of $4,419.45 for ditch restoration relating to the E. Manchester St. Project. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to release Valley Business Equipment and Internet, Inc. from the Leasing Agreement they had entered into with the City. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki moved to grant an Operator’s License to Amanda Kimber for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course and an approved background check. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

City of Markesan Common Council Regular Meeting August 8, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke (appeared by phone) and Roeder were present. Also in attendance were several interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on July 11, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on July 27, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Police Report and Schedule for August; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on August 3, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on August 1, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on August 3, 2006; the Planning Commission Public Hearing held on July 31, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on June 21, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks # 23090 - # 23163 in the amount of $167,372.39 and Utility Checks # 8448 - # 8469 in the amount of $19,588.08. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bouwkamp to post the Police Chief job position to all present City employees until August 22, 2006 but if that posting does not produce at least 2 candidates, the job will be posted outside the City for an additional 16 days (until September 7, 2006). (All in-house candidates will remain in the pool). Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding the process that would be used for the interviews of Police Chief candidates, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to formulate questions to be asked at the interviews using information provided by area police agencies. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the proposed Police Chief job description with the following amendment, “Education and Qualifications #3 A Bachelor’s or Associates degree or equivalent with 10 years full time law enforcement experience”. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder to amend the Police Chief job description to require the new Police Chief to live within 4 miles of the City of Markesan. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to approve the Police Chief Job Description with the previously approved changes. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to authorize the Police Chief job posting with several modifications regarding residency and educational requirements. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding the Lake House Motel sign, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to table the matter until additional information could be received. Motion carried. (Ald. Bieszki abstained).

Discussion was held regarding the sidewalk repair project that will be postponed until 2007. Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to waive the sidewalk repair permit fee to any affected property owner who wishes to repair their sidewalk prior to next year’s project. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the proposed parade route for the Bruce Williams Memorial Motorcycle Ride scheduled for August 26, 2006. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to waive the reading and approve Ordinance # 199 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN – FLOODPLAIN ZONING CODE. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to waive the reading and approve Ordinance # 200 AN ORDINANCE CREATING CHAPTER 21 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN – SHORELAND-WETLAND ZONING CODE Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the GREEN LAKE COUNTY INTER-AGENCY WATER/WASTEWATER UTILITY ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to establish a Squad Car Replacement Fund account and deposit amounts equivalent to lease payments in it monthly for the remainder of this year and 2007. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to approve the 2006 Corn Roast Budget and approve the City’s donation of $1,000. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve increase wages for election workers to $7.50/ hr. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to request that the Southern Green Lake County Ambulance Service provide the City with job descriptions, showing duties and hours worked for all paid personnel in the ambulance service. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve Picnic Beer Licenses to the Markesan Lion’s Club for Harvest Fest on August 11, 2006 and for the Bruce Williams Memorial Motorcycle Ride on August 26, 2006. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

SPECIAL MEETING COMMON COUNCIL July 27, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Also in attendance was Acting Police Chief Billy Biesenthal.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the agenda with a slight change in the order, moving “Review of Current Police Coverage, Scheduling and Overtime” to the beginning of the meeting. Motion carried.

Acting Police Chief Billy Biesenthal explained the August Police Schedule and why the scheduled overtime is necessary. Questions were asked as to how this unexpected overtime would affect the budget. Following further discussion, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark to approve the revised August Police Schedule as presented. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp arrived at 7:39 p.m.

Police Chief Job Description: Seventeen job descriptions from area communities were reviewed and the following main items will be included in a current job description: Basic Function, General Duties & Responsibilities, Education & Qualifications, Physical Requirements, Equipment Used in Performing Tasks. A Preliminary Job Description was created which will be reviewed by the Council and formally approved at the August Council meeting.

Following discussion regarding a proposed salary range, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to advertise a pay range of $38,000 - $50,000. Motion carried.

A hiring process schedule was developed calling for the Job Posting in August and the Final Interview in October.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.

City of Markesan Common Council Regular Meeting July 11, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Also present were several interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – Nanette Roberts of Ripon Medical Center presented the City with the mural that was painted at the June Dairy Days celebration in honor of the 70th anniversary of RMC.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on June 13, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the Police Report and Schedule for July; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on July 8, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 5, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on May 17, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22987 - #23089 in the amount of $163,033.98 and Utility Checks # 8420 - # 8447 in the amount of $16,694.19. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp arrived at 7:13 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to approve Resolution # 3-06 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF REAL ESTATE and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. (The resolution authorizes the City to sell Lot 4 in the Industrial Park to the Markesan Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club for the amount of $9,916.66).

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT WITHIN TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT #1 OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF MARKESAN AND MARKESAN SNO-DRIFTERS SNOWMOBILE CLUB (dated June 27, 2006). Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Police Chief Hiring – A Special Council Meeting will be scheduled to discuss the following items: a) Prepare Police Chief Job Description, including duties and specifications b) Establish Police Hiring Process c) Approve employment posting of Police Chief position d) Review current police coverage, scheduling and overtime.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder made a motion to approve the 2005 City of Markesan Audit as presented. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Henke to purchase 2 cabinets for storage of flammable materials at a cost not to exceed $1,300 total. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to purchase a new radiator for the snowplow from Don’s Radiator, at a cost of $371.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to purchase a cement saw from Rohdes, Inc. at a cost of $837.90 with the cost shared equally by the City and the Utility Dept. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to approve the bidding of 1,200 sq. ft. of defective sidewalks throughout the City, using specifications required in previous sidewalk projects. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki moved to transfer funds remaining in the City Coordinator Checking account - $248.23 – to the Events Committee Savings account. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to grant Operator’s Licenses to Danielle Perry, Matthew Rupnow and Dawn Davison for Markesan Amoco; Samantha Dahlke and Heidi Brinkman for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store; and Joan Moore for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to grant Picnic Beer Licenses to Markesan Lion’s Club for July 19, 2006 Pork Roast at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park; and to Markesan Fire Department for July 22, 2006 Firemen’s Motorcycle Rally at the Emergency Services Building, 875 N. Margaret Street. Motion carried. (Abstain 1 – Ald. Bieszki).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ad. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 7:40 p.m.

CITY OF MARKESAN Common Council Regular Meeting June 13, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Also present were several other interested persons, including representatives of the “Communities of Green Lake”.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda, moving Item 5.2
“Approve Communities of Green Lake Donation - $750” to immediately after “Citizen’s Comments”. Motion carried.

Keith Van Buren, Audrey Cluppert, and Annette Brzozowski, representing the “Communities of Green Lake” explained the organization and it’s role in promoting tourism in Green Lake County. Following the presentation, motion was made by Ald. Bieski/Ald. Lager to contribute $750 as membership in the “Communities of Green Lake”. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 9, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 8, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on June 8, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 23, 2006; the minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals held on June 7, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on April 19, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22878 - #22986 in the amount of $126,478.45 and Utility Checks #8387 - #8419 in the amount of $19,092.65. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to contribute $1,000 to the Markesan Lion’s Club July 4th Fireworks Celebration. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Clark to authorize repairs in the amount of $2,120 for repair of the police radio and antenna that were damaged by lightning. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. (It should be noted that the majority of this amount would be reimbursed by insurance.)

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder to have the City Clerk write to Scott Smerda regarding his request to remove his sidewalk at 36 E. Caroline St. requesting his reason for the removal. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve RESOLUTION #2-06 COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to grant a renewal Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage to Terry Zimdars, Agent – Grand River Cooperative; and renewal “Class A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor to Ted Robl, Agent – Ted’s Piggly Wiggly and Kraig Bauman, Agent – Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; and a renewal “Class B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor to Mark Gelhar for Stubby’s Bar, Randy Block, Agent – The Lantern’s Supper Club, and Amy Schueler & Sandra Murphy – Tailgator’s. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to grant Cigarette Licenses to Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Tailgator’s, Markesan Amoco, Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, and Stubby’s Bar. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to grant Soda Water Licenses to Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Grand River Cooperative, Grand River Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Tailgator’s, The Lanterns, City of Markesan (2), Markesan Historical Society, Lake House Motel, Markesan United Methodist Church, Markesan Auto, Home & Farm, Cubit Industries, Robin II, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Markesan Resident Home, Markesan Lumber, Markesan Fire Dept., Markesan District Schools (2), Econo-Wash, Markesan Pharmacy, Del Monte Corporation, and Bergemann’s Auto Care. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay ), Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to grant Operator Licenses to Kristin Block, Dean Dolgner, Jon Henke, Connie Hynnek, and Roxanne Neumann for the Lanterns; Jeff Dallman, Cory Drager, Ann Davison, Craig Wallendal, Gene Scott, Renae Fischer, Robert Kwiatkowski, Celeste Salter, Mitchell Dornfeld, and Anne Wilde for Stubby’s Bar; Donette Strelow and David Winchell for Tailgator’s; Kalen Belongia, Kathy Semrow, Penny Anderson, Sandy Anderson, Jeffrey Nitzke, Michael Vossekuil, Terry Zimdars, and Joshua Bender for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store; Michelle Burk, Donna Silgman, Georgene Gruendeman, Travis Harke, Debra Harke, Amy Boening, Ann Davison, Christine Schwechel, and Kristine Keller for Markesan Amoco; Dennis Crook, Brianna Damerow, Lori Damerow, April Degener, Joshua Laper, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Kimberly Hall, Sandra Hamer, John Ritchay, Sally Robl, Staci Meier, Brooke Prellwitz, Kyle Schweder, Clair Strahota, and Diane Strahota for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; and Stephen Bieszki and Scott Hilscher for Markesan Fire Dept. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to grant a Picnic Beer License to the Markesan Lion’s Club for the July 4th celebration on July 1 & 2, 2006 at Soldier’s * Sailor’s Park. Motion carried.

Since there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

Common Council Regular Meeting May 9, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. (Ald. Clark and Henke were absent). Also present were several other interested persons.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments – Steven Bieszki expressed questions regarding the sign ordinance. His concerns will be referred to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee.

A motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 11, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the minutes of the Organizational Meeting of the Common Council held on April 18, 2006. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the minutes of the Closed Session Meetings of December 13, 2005; January 10, 2006; February 14, 2006; February 23, 2006; and April 6, 2006. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark arrived at 7:09 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 4, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on May 4, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 3, 2006; the minutes of the Planning Committee held on April 26, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on April 17, 2006 and the Markesan Library Board held on March 15, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22804 - #22878 in the amount of $190,274.25 and Utility Checks #8376 - #8386 in the amount of $15,351.20. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Over Time Policy (adopted 1-12-93 and revised 9-18-01 and 5-9-06) as presented, eliminating the 24 hr. monthly overtime accrual cap. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to enter into a 5 year lease agreement (pending the City Attorney’s review and approval) with Bug Tussel Wireless, Inc. for the construction of a cement pad and tower at a cost of $1,000 per year beginning May, 2006 and increasing 3% each year thereafter. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to authorize repairs to the vandalized playground equipment at Hein Park with the City paying the $500 insurance deductible and $319 for the additional animal panel. Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve purchase from Cliff’s Tire & Battery of 2 sets of tires for the two squad cars at a cost of $544. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Memorial Day Parade Route. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Charter Cable Partners, LLC First Amendment to Lease (pending the City Attorney’s review and approval) calling to yearly lease payment of $1,000 per year beginning April, 2006 and increasing 3% each year thereafter. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the low bid of Dodge Construction, Inc. in the amount of $19,877 for milling and paving of Main Street between Charles St. and Catherine St., and High Street between John St. and Water St. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the purchase of a Sequoia Voting Systems HAVA compliant Edge II Voting Machine for a total cost of $6,000, which includes the machine, programming, maintenance, etc. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp left at 7:29 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald Lager/Ald. Clark to hire June Zuhlke as a school crossing guard. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the yearly service contract renewal with Rohde Brothers, Inc. for heating and air conditioning maintenance at City Hall at a cost of $2,813.00. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve Gardiner Appraisal Service to conduct the 2007 Revaluation of Real Property and Personal Property in the City of Markesan. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark moved to contribute $1,500 to the 2006 June Dairy Days celebration. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

City Attorney Daniel Sondalle arrived at 7:35 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to grant Operator Licenses to Dennis Triemstra for the Markesan Lion’s Club; and Jason Bieszki, Dennis Burk, Dennis Grahn, Scott Hilscher, David Mildebrandt, Jeffrey Mildebrandt, Linda Moldenhauer, Richard Moldenhauer, Bradley Strahota, Joseph Strelow, Thomas Wilde, and Brian Zick for Markesan Fire Department. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager moved to grant a Picnic Beer License to Markesan Fire Department for the June Dairy Days celebration on June 9 – 11, 2006. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Following the reading of several letters of support in leaving the Doughboy Statue in Hein Park, and after conferring with the City Attorney regarding provisions in the WI Stats. that govern placement of City statues, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to refer the placement of the Doughboy Statue to the Planning Committee for their recommendation to the Common Council. Motion carried. (The Council recommends that the Planning Committee meet in the evening in order to allow the opportunity for all interested people to attend and voice their opinions).

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the sale of 1.7 acres of land (Lot 4) in the Industrial Park to the Markesan Sno-Drifters at a cost of $9,916.67 for the construction of a building to store and maintain their equipment. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to draft a CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT WITHIN TIF DISTRICT #1 OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN relating to the Markesan Sno-Drifters and setting the value of the building at $65,000 and total building incentive at $13,780.76 ($9,916.67 and $3,864.09 incentive) and the inclusion of a Payment in Lieu of Taxes clause. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Bieszki to grant the following variances to the Restriction and Protective Covenants of the Markesan Industrial Park to the Markesan Sno-Drifters for their building project: Land Use 2 Minimum Building Size – 2,880 sq. ft.; Land Use 6 – Architectural Control and Appearances – Pole building with north side steel with two colors of wainscoting; Land Use 8 – Off Street Parking and Loading: Construction – Extension of 36 months to surface driveways and parking areas after receiving occupancy permit. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize Ripon Land Surveys to survey Lots 3 & 4 of the Markesan Industrial Park at a cost of $2,200. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council April 11, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager & Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Amended Agenda and delete Item #6.1 Operator’s Licenses. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 14, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 4, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on April 4, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 2, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on February 15, 2006 and the Grand River Fire District held on January 23, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22692 - #22802 in the amount of $103,132.64 and Utility Checks #8328 - #8366 in the amount of $33,110.70. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to declare the 6-month probationary period evaluation satisfactory for Public Works Director Martin Hansen and that he be awarded a previously agreed $.50/hr. wage increase effective retroactively to April 1, 2006. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to declare the 6-month probationary period evaluation satisfactory for Utility employee Craig Frei and that he be awarded a previously agreed $.50/hr wage increase, effective April 12, 2006, as well as other standard employee benefits allotted full-time employees. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to hire Cheryl Lohrey as a part-time School Crossing Guard at the standard rate of $7.65/hr. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to approve Resolution 1-06 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE HOURS FOR BOARD OF REVIEW and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the purchase of well pump alarms from L.W. Allen, Inc. at a cost not to exceed $33,548.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to purchase two (2) Stop Sticks at a cost of $792.50 using donated funds. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to purchase two (2) Taser Guns (including holsters and training) at a cost of $1,800, with ¾ of the cost covered by donations, and ¼ of the cost paid by the City. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the repairs of monument stones at the cemetery by Fairwater Property Management at a cost not to exceed $3,000. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was not further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m.
 

Regular Meeting Common Council March 14, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda with the elimination of the closed session. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments:
There was a brief presentation by Tom Gotthart, WIFI, regarding wireless internet and a question and answer period with Representative Joan Ballweg of the 41st Assembly District.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on February 14, 2006 and the Special Meeting of the Common Council held on February 23, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report & Schedule for March; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on March 9, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on March 9, 2006 and January 16, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on March 7, 2006; and the minutes of the Markesan Public Library Board held on January 18, 2006. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22621 - #22691 in the amount of $431,592.60 and Utility Checks #8310 - #8327 in the amount of $15,350.40. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to authorize the purchase of a lawn mower from Ballweg Implement at a cost of $5,285.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark moved to authorize the Markesan Police Department to implement a Computerized Vehicle Registration program. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve Operator’s Licenses for Michael Vossekuil, Kalon Belongia and Heidi Brinkman for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, pending successful completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s course. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Common Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council February 14, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to approve the Agenda as printed, but moving Item #5.4 - Police Department Personnel Policy – Hours of Work and Overtime, directly after Approval of Claims. Motion carried.

Citizen’s Comments:
A letter from Ken Werth was presented to the Council requesting that the Doughboy Statue be moved from Hein Park to a more secure location.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on January 10, 2006. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for February; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on February 9, 2006; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on February 7, 2006; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on February 2, 2006; and accept the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on October 17, 2005; and the minutes of the Markesan Public Library Board held on December 21, 2005. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks # 22491 - # 22620 in the amount of $587,713.95 and Utility Checks # 8272 - # 8309 in the amount of $113,380.74. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to allow Billy Biesenthal to carry over from 2005 to 2006 11.375 days of vacation and Steve Braun 5 days of vacation, pending review by the auditor. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to hire James Sanders as a part-time snowplow operator at the rate of $11/hr., with a 2 hour guaranteed minimum. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager moved to take the North Street issue back to committee to see what the next step would be to acquire the land for the street. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to authorize the purchase of parts for the Elgin street sweeper from ODB, Inc. at a cost of $543.15. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following a short discussion, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to deny a request from Prairie Tubular Rivet for an exemption from shoveling snow at their property located at 901 N. Margaret Street. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to authorize Rennert’s Fire Equipment Service, Inc. to repair the Emergency Management Generator Truck at a cost not to exceed $3,000. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to grant an Operator’s License to Brooke Prellwitz for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending a background check and proof of completion of the Responsible Beverage Server’s Course. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to accept the Mayor’s recommendation of Barbara Highbargin to the Markesan Library Board of Trustees. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, compensation, or performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction and thereafter will immediately adjourn. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to reconvene the Common Council and to immediately adjourn. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council January 10, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Also in attendance was City Attorney Daniel Sondalle.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed with a slight modification in the order. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the purchase of public properties, and WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, compensation, or employee performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction and will immediately reconvene thereafter for the remainder the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark arrived at 7:45 p.m.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to reconvene the Common Council and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to recess for a 5-minute break. Motion carried.

Following the break, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 13, 2005. Motion carried,

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for January; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 5, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on January 5, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 3, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on November 16, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks # 22353 - # 22490 in the amount of $39,746.36 and Utility Checks # 8246 - # 8271 in the amount of $17,014.62. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager to approve construction of a privy for the recycling center at a cost not to exceed $2,400 (excluding labor) with the costs divided between the City and the Towns of Green Lake, Mackford and Manchester. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to authorize KT Motorsports, Inc. to repair the Ford Tractor at a cost of $2,224.95. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to hire James Sanders as a part-time snowplow operator at the rate of $9.50/hr., pending a background check and proof of CDL license. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to grant an Operator’s License to Jamie Schmitt for Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council December 13, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki (appearing by phone), Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke & Roeder were in attendance. Also in attendance were several other interested persons.

Motion was by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager arrived at 7:02 p.m.

Connie Wilsnack addressed the Council regarding questions she had relating to the future of North Street.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on November 8, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve the Police Report & Schedule for December; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on December 8, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on December 8, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on December 5, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on December 6, 2005; the minutes of the Planning Commission held on November 16, 2005; and the minutes of the Community Development Authority held on November 14, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to approve payment of General Checks # 22264 - # 22352 in the amount of $176,202.77 and Utility Checks # 8221 - # 8245 in the amount of $12,307.72. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve payment of amended Partial Pay Estimate #2 from Kopplin & Kinas Co., Inc. in the amount of $912.95 for the E. Manchester Street Project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to transfer the entire balance of Farmers State Bank Saving Account #83857 (E. Manchester St. Bridge Project - $3,766.00 plus interest) to the E. Manchester Street loan. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder moved to approve payment to Emergency Management volunteers, Director and Assistant Director in the amount of $2,000. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to approve Resolution 5-05 A RESOLUTION TO DISALLOW CITY’S CONTRIBUTION TO EMPLOYEES DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, and immediately adjourn following the closed session. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to reconvene the Common Council and immediately adjourn. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council November 8, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager & Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on October 11, 2005. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Police Report & Schedule for November; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on November 3, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on November 3, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on November 1, 2005; the minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals held on October 12, 2005; the minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals held on November 2, 3005; the minutes of the Community Development Authority held on October 24, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on September 21, 2005, and the minutes of the Grand River Fire District held on August 22, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks #22180 - #22262 in the amount of $75,230.73 and Utility Checks #8201 - #8220 in the amount of $30,155.23. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder to pay Partial Pay Request #1 submitted by Kopplin & Kinas Co., Inc. in the amount of $112,164.59 for the E. Manchester Street project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following review of the Preliminary Certified Survey Map relating to North Street, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the location of North Street as reflected in the Preliminary CSM. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As the time had arrived, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to recess the meeting in order to hold the Public Hearing for the proposed 2006 Budget for the City of Markesan and to reconvene following the hearing to act upon the Budget and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Motion carried.

The Public Hearing was called to order by Mayor Slate at 7:15 p.m. With there being no public comment, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to close the Public Hearing and reconvene the Council meeting. Motion carried.

Following discussion on the 2006 City of Markesan Budget, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the 2006 Budget setting the City Tax Levy at $485,576. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to accept the proposal from the Local Government Property Insurance Fund for Building & Personal Property coverage for 2006 at a total cost of $6,310.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following further discussion on insurance coverage, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to accept the proposal from Wausau Insurance Company for General Liability & Auto coverage for 2006 at a total cost of $36,073. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to approve the purchase of Emergency Government pagers at a cost of $1,000. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Lager). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize repairs to the street sweeper in the amount of $738.30. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to grant Operator’s Licenses, provided all requirements are met, to the following: Candice Laper, Nathan Kolinski, Patricia Miller and James Berghammer for the Grand River Co-op Convenience Store; and Anne Wilde and Jeffrey Dallman for Stubby’s. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0, Abstain 1 (Ald. Bieszki). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to accept the Mayor’s appointment of Carmen Zacharias to the Community Development Authority to fill the unexpired term of Donalee Hoodie. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council October 11, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Several other interested citizens were also in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Amended Agenda with slight modifications in the order, moving the “Doughboy Statue Restoration” and “2006 City of Markesan Budget” to the front of the Agenda. Motion carried.

Following a short presentation by the Veteran’s Memorial Committee regarding their proposed plans for a Veteran’s Memorial, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to put the Doughboy Statue in “storage” following it’s restoration until such time as suitable placement for it is determined. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

The Mayor presented changes to the proposed 2006 Budget, calling for a reduction to Outlay-Streets, an increase to the Library, and added revenues, after which representatives from the Markesan Library Board explained the Library’s 2006 Budget request. Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to authorize publication of the revised 2006 Preliminary Budget for the City of Markesan and setting the Public Hearing for November 8, 2005 at 7:15 p.m. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on September 13, 2005. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to accept the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report & Schedule for October; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee of the Whole held on September 27, 2005; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on October 6, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property, Health & Industrial Park Committee held on October 6, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on October 4, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on August 17, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve payment of General Checks # 22094 - # 22179 in the amount of $108,610.82 and Utility Checks # 8172 - # 8200 in the amount of $42,648.21. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to hire Craig Frei as a utility department employee starting October 12, 2005 at the rate of $11.25 per hour with a $0.50 increase to $11.75 following a performance review after 6 months. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.
It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to authorize Kopplin & Kinas, Inc. to deliver the undercutting materials taken from E. Manchester Street to land owned by the City of Markesan (Parcel No. 251-0715-00), for which the amount of $3,865 will be credited to the City. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to purchase 4 new rear tires for the 2000 GMC streets truck from Markesan Auto & Truck at a cost of $492.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to set 2005 Trick or Treat Hours in the City of Markesan for October 31, 2005 from 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Motion carried with one Nay vote (Ald. Henke).

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve wage increases of 2 ½% for all full-time City employees effective January 1, 2006. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following additional discussion as to whether the yearly wage increase would apply to the newly hired utility employee, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to reconsider
the previous motion to hire Craig Frei and amend the motion by removing the following portion, “to $11.75”. Motion carried. Roll call vote on the amended motion to hire Craig Frei as a utility department employee starting October 12, 2005 at the rate of $11.25 per hour with a $.50 increase following a performance review after 6 months: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke moved to increase the employee health insurance premium co-pay to 5 ½% effective January 1, 2006. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald Roeder to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council September 13, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Several other interested citizens were also in attendance.

Ald. Bieszki arrived at 6:12 p.m.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda with a slight change in the order (moving the closed session to 6:30 p.m.). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on August 9, 2005. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to accept the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke to approve the Police & Report & Schedule for September; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on September 8, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on September 8, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on September 6, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on July 13, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to approve payment of General Checks #21988 - #22093 in the amount of $72,417.51 and Utility Checks #8139 - #8171 in the amount of $18,240.63. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, and after which to immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark arrived at 6:28 p.m.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to reconvene for the remainder of the Common Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to hire Martin Hansen as Director of Public Works, effective October 1, 2005, at the rate of $17.25/hr., plus a merit increase allotted all full-time employees on Jan. 1, 2006, and an additional $.50 increase after successful completion of a 6 month probationary period. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder moved to approve payment of $13,833 to General Engineering Co., Inc. for final engineering bills relating to the E. John Street Utility & Street Project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to approve the purchase and plantings of trees at the cemetery from McKay Nursery, Inc. in the amount of $2,690.80, and to allow Pat Prill, the City’s representative, to work with McKay’s to substitute some of the trees that were originally planned, but can’t be planted due to time restraints. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve electrical updating at Kiwanis Park in the amount of $2,900 with the contingency that the Markesan Kiwanis Club contribute $2,000 to the project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to purchase a chemical toilet at a cost not to exceed $1,000 for use at the recycling center, provided that the Towns of Mackford, Manchester and Green Lake agree to share in the cost. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to instruct the Clerk to write the Veteran’s Memorial Committee asking that they work with the Public Property & Health Committee to secure a location for the Veteran’s Memorial in either Hein Park or the cemetery. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the purchase of 4 tires from Napralla Tire in the amount of $2,965.62 for the utility department’s White tractor. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the purchase of 2 Firestone tires from Gene’s Tire at a cost not to exceed $1,400 for the payloader. Roll call: aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the 2006 Maintenance Assessment Contract of Gardiner Appraisal Service in the amount of $4,100. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Bieszki moved to adopt Resolution #4-05 A RESOLUTION FOR DESIGNATION OF THE NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) AS THE BASIS FOR ALL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT IN THE CITY OF MARKESAN. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to authorize payment of the City’s 2006 Green Lake Country Dues in the amount of $750.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to hire the services of Attorney William Edwards at the rate of $210/hr. to advise the City regarding employee employment issues. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to grant Operator’s Licenses to Danielle Gauger for Tailgator’s and Susan DeYoung for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, pending background checks by the police dept. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council August 9, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Several other interested citizens were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Agenda with a slight modification in the order. Motion carried.

Don Leider, representing the Markesan Historical Society, presented their plan to repair the Doughboy Statue in Hein Park. They estimate the cost would be approximately $10,000 - $12,000, with the cost of repairs donated by the Historical Society. Following considerable discussion, motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Lager to authorize the Markesan Historical Society, under the supervision of Rick Berndt, to repair the Doughboy Statue, at a cost not to exceed $12,000, provided adequate liability and property insurance is secured by the Historical Society. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on July 12, 2005. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to accept the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report & Schedule for August; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on August 4, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on August 4, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on August 2, 2005; the minutes of the Dog Park Committee held on June 28, 2005; the accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on June 15, 2005. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke to approve payment of General Checks #21916 - #21987 in the amount of $169,347.31 and Utility Checks #8115 - #8138 in the amount of $15,556.40. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager moved to keep the Street Department and Water/Sewer Department separate, and not combine them in a central Public Works Department. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to repost in house the job opening of Public Works Director (Streets Department) using the revised job description eliminating references to supervision of the Water/Wastewater Department. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 2 (Ald. Bouwkamp, Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the hiring of Sandy Murphy and Vernon Cornwell as part-time crossing guards (Sandy Murphy as primary choice & Vernon Cornwell as second choice). Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder moved to authorize the payment of General Engineering Co., Inc. bills in the amount of $14,631.35 for charges incurred in the E. John Street Project.
Following further discussion, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to amend that motion making it subject to the review and approval by the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee and General Engineering Co., Inc. Roll call on the amendment: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. Roll call vote on the amended motion: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to authorize title searches of all land affecting the proposed North Street area, once the Certified Survey Map has been completed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to contribute $1,000 to the Chamber of Commerce Corn Roast on August 12, 2005. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to grant Operator Licenses to Kyle Schweder and April Degener for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council July 12, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda with slight modifications. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee performance evaluation of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session it was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Mayor Slate explained that during the closed session it was determined that the position of Director of Public Works could not be filled at this time as the advertised job description and the duties included in our Municipal Code do not agree.

After much discussion, it was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bouwkamp to accept the Public Works Director position was defined in the interviews and the job description. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 3 (Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Lager). Tie vote. Mayor Slate cast the deciding Nay vote. Motion defeated.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp to refer the job description issue back to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee for further defining. No second, motion failed.

Discussion continued whereby several of the council members contended that the job description did agree with our current Municipal Code.

As a result, Ald. Henke/Ald. Boukamp then moved to accept the Public Works Director position as published and defined in the interviews and job description that follows our current Municipal Code. Roll call: Aye 3, Nay 3 (Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Lager). Tie vote. Mayor Slate cast the deciding Nay vote. Motion defeated.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to refer the Public Works Director position issue back to the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee for further review. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on June 14, 2005. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Biezski to accept the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report & Schedule for July; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on July 7, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on July 7, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on July 5, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Dog Park Committee held on July 4, 2005. Motion carried.

A letter of commendation from the Green Lake County Sheriff’s Dept. was read regarding the exemplary actions of Officer Steve Braun on the night of June 3, 2005. The City thanks Officer Braun for his quick thinking actions in the apprehension of an armed gunman.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks #21838 - #21915 in the amount of $64,483.90 and Utility Checks #8091 - #8114 in the amount of $15,511.50. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to approve Resolution #3-05 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BORROWING OF FUNDS FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES PURSUANT TO SECTION 67.12(12) WISCONSIN STATUTES (E. MANCHESTER STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT). Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to accept the low bid in the amount of $178,198.85 from Koplin & Kinas for the E. Manchester St. rehabilitation project. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke moved to refer billing statements from General Engineering Co., Inc. to the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee for further review and have the Clerk contact General Engineering Co., Inc. for a detailed breakdown of those chages. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the previous placement of the horseshoe pits at the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park and to have safety boxes placed over the stakes when not in use. Motion carried. This action to be approved by the City’s insurance company to be sure adequate liability issues are addressed.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to waive the reading and adopt Ordinance No. 198 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 19.17 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MARKESAN relating to juvenile curfew hours. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bouwkamp to hire Sandra Murphey as a part-time crossing for this years summer session at the prevailing rate. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke moved to advertise the position of part-time crossing guard. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to grant Picnic Beer licenses to the Markesan Lion’s Club for Fall Fest on August 12, 2005; and to the Markesan Lion’s Club for the Bruce Williams Memorial Motorcycle Ride on August 27, 2005. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to grant Operator’s Licenses to Dennis Triemstra for the Markesan Lion’s Club; and Ann Davison, Renae Fischer and Craig Wallendal for Stubby’s. Motion carried.

As there was no further information to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council June 14, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager, and Roeder were in attendance. Ald. Bieszki was absent. Also in attendance were several interested citizens.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve the Agenda with slight modifications in the order. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on May 10, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp moved to accept the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Henke to approve the Police Report & Schedule for June; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on June 9, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on June 9, 2005; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on May 31, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on April 20, 2005. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the newly installed horse-shoe pits at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. Safety issues relating to the location of the pits were voiced. The pits are presently disabled and will remain so until all concerns have been addressed.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve payment of General Checks # 21753 - # 21837 in the amount of $ 96,011.91 and Utility Checks # 8053 - # 8090 in the amount of $ 54,912.73. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Item 4.1 Accept Bid for Manchester Street Project – Tabled to July.

Laura Riley, Becky Ballweg, Kayli Dolgner, Alyssa Berndt, and Ryan Abendroth, 7th grade students from the Markesan Middle School, addressed the Council regarding the lack of youth events and recreation in the city. They presented several solutions for further discussion.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to appoint Anthony Doro as interim Public Works Director until such time as a permanent replacement is appointed. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to hire Craig Frei as a part-time public works employee at a rate of $9/hr. and total work hours not to exceed 600 hrs. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager moved to install CenturyTel DSL internet service at City Hall at a cost of $99.95 per month. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the Scott & Patricia Tappendorf variance request previously denied by the Board of Zoning Appeals. It was explained that should the Tappendorf’s wish to pursue this matter further, their next step would be to file suit in circuit court.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder moved to grant the Scott & Patricia Tappendorf an additional 30 days (until July 14, 2005) to file suit in circuit court. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bouwkamp to refund the $100 Public Hearing application fee to Scott & Patricia Tappendorf relating to their variance request. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to adopt Resolution #2-05 COMPLIANCE MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION and waive the reading. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to grant a Class ”A” Fermented Malt Beverage License to Terry Zimdars, Agent for Grand River Cooperative; Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor Licenses to Ted Robl, Agent for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, and Kraig Bauman, Agent for Condon Oil Company at Markesan Amoco; Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor Licenses to Mark Gelhar for Stubby’s, Randy Block, Agent for The Lantern’s Supper Club, and Amy Schueler & Sandra Murphy for Tailgator’s. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to grant Picnic Beer Licenses to the Markesan Lion’s Club for July 2 –3, 2005 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park (July 4th celebration) and July 20, 2005 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park (Lion’s Port Roast). Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Clark to grant Soda Water Licenses to Sandy’s Diner, Stubby’s Bar, Grand River Cooperative, Grand River Convenience Store, Markesan Amoco, Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Tailgator’s, The Lanterns, City of Markesan (2), Markesan Historical Society, Lake House Motel, Markesan United Methodist Church, Markesan Auto, Home & Farm, Cubit Industries, Robin II, Precision Metalsmiths, Inc., Markesan Resident Home, Markesan Lumber, Markesan Fire Dept., Markesan District Schools (2), Econo-Wash, Markesan Home Center, Markesan Pharmacy, Del Monte Corporation, and Bergemann’s Auto Care. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to grant Cigarette Licenses to Ted’s Piggly Wiggly, Tailgator’s, Markesan Amoco, Grand River Cooperative Convenience Store, and Stubby’s. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 1 (Ald. Bouwkamp). Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark moved to grant Operator Licenses to Kristin Block, Dean Dolgner, Jon Henke, Connie Hynnek, and Roxanne Neumann for The Lantern’s; Gene Scott, Cory Drager, Robert Kwiatowski, Celeste Salter, and Mitchell Dornfeld for Stubby’s Bar; Chrissy Jackowski, Lisa Schueler, Donette Strelow and Dennis Guderski for Tailgator’s; Jim Hilke, Debra Campion, Jane Luedtke, Kathy Semrow, Nancy Sauerbrei (2004-2005 and 2005-2006), Penny Anderson, Sandy Anderson, and Jeffrey Nitzke for Grand River Co-op Convenience Store; Michelle Burk, Jenny Biesenthal, Donna Silgman, Georgene Gruendeman, Travis Harke, Debra Harke, Amy Boening, and Ann Davison for Markesan Amoco; and Dennis Crook, Lori Damerow, Joshua Laper, Dolores Feuerhammer, Jeff Frausto, Jody Grams, Sandra Hamer, John Ritchay, Sally Robl, Staci Meier, Stephanie Plagenz, Clair Strahota, and Diane Strahota for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0, Abstain, 1 (Ald. Henke). Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Jeff Wills and Curt Talma to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee evaluation of a pubic employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke to reconvene into open session and continue with the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 5, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Discussion was held regarding the job description for the position of Director of Public Works. The position will be offered to present employees, with interested applicants interviewed at the next meeting of Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee on July 7, 2005.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council May 10, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Clark, Henke (via telephone), and Roeder were in attendance. Ald. Bouwkamp and Lager were absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on April 12, 2005. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the minutes of the Organizational Meeting of the Common Council held on April 19, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve the Police Report & Schedule for May; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on May 5, 2005; the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 20, 2005; the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting held on April 27, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Markesan Library Board held on March 16, 2005; and the minutes of the Southern Green Lake County Ambulance Service held on November 29, 2004. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve payment of General Checks # 21672 - # 21752 in the amount of $185,362.81 and Utility Checks # 8022 - # 8052 in the amount of $84,431.47. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to bid out the E. Manchester Street Project per specifications of the City. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke made a motion that the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee be authorized to hire and Part-time Public Works Employee at their next meeting. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to contact Century Tel to obtain charges for installation and monthly service of internet to City Hall/Police Dept. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve Sergeant Billy Biesenthal to attend an advanced training course in Violent Death Investigation at a cost of $650 plus travel and lodging expenses. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to contribute $1,500 to the June Dairy Days celebration. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve the June Dairy Days Funding and Budget in the amount of $11,325. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to approve RESOLUTION #1-05 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING HOURS FOR BOARD OF REVIEW. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Henke made a motion to refinance the E. John Street Utility & Street Project loan for a term of 3 years with interest at 5.55%. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following discussion regarding marketing of the Industrial Park, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Bieszki to have the City approach the Markesan Municipal Development Corporation and advise them the City would like to commit up to $1,000 to market the Industrial Park and would like to have them develop a plan, on behalf of the City, to do the marketing. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to organize the Dog Park Planning Committee consisting of Joy Waterbury, Brenda Henke, and Karen Werth with additional members to be appointed in the future. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Clark to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the government body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Henke to reconvene in to open session and continue with the remainder of the Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to approve, pending the approval of bond counsel, Foley & Lardner, Inc., the Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release relating to Dodge Construction, Inc. and the E. John Street Utility & Street Project. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to grant a picnic beer license to the Markesan Fire Department for June Dairy Days, June 10 – 12, 2005. Motion carried with 1 Abstention (Ald. Bieszki).

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to grant a picnic beer license to the Markesan Lion’s Club for the Veteran’s Memorial Bike Ride, May 21, 2005. Roll call: Aye 4, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Clark to approve Operator Licenses to the following: Christine Schwechel for Markesan BP, and Jason Bieszki, Stephen Bieszki, Dennis Burk, Dennis Grahn, Scott Hilscher, David Mildebrandt, Jeff Mildebrandt, Linda Moldenhauer, Richard Moldenhauer, Thomas Panten, Daniel Prill, Bradley Strahota, Joseph Strelow, and Thomas Wilde for the Markesan Fire Department. Motion carried with 1 Abstention (Ald. Bieszki).

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council April 12, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki (appearing via telephone), Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager, and Roeder were in attendance.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on March 8, 2005. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Treasurer’s Report as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Henke/Ald. Lager moved to approve the Police Report & Schedule for April; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on April 7, 2005; the Public Property & Health Committee held on April 7, 2005; the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on April 5, 2005; and to accept the minutes of the Markesan Public Library Committee held on February 16, 2005; and Dough Boy Statue Restoration Committee held on August 28, 2004; September 25, 2004; December 4, 2004; and March 21, 2005. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve payment of General Checks # 21564 - # 21671 in the amount of $139,694.91 and Utility Checks # 7982 - # 8021 in the amount of $23,575.19. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark to purchase and install a door with panic bar closure at the lower west wing of City Hall at a cost not to exceed $550. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Henke/Ald. Roeder to reinstate the deferred compensation contributions to the affected employees effective January 1, 2005. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to contribute $1,000 to the Markesan Lion’s July 4th celebration. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried. (It was noted that this is a budgeted item).

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to approve the American Legion Memorial Day Parade route. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to approve a Picnic Beer License for Fishing Friends Forever for May 21, 2005 at Soldier’s & Sailor’s Park. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald, Lager to approve an Operator’s License, pending approval by the Police Chief, for Kimberly L. Hall for Ted’s Piggly Wiggly. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Henke to recess to closed session per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or employee performance of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction, and per WI Stats. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel for the government body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, after which they will immediately reconvene for the remainder of the meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Following the closed session, motion was made by Ald. Henke/Ald. Clark to reconvene with the remainder of the Common Council meeting. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Clark to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Common Council April 19, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Council President James Clark. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Lager, and Roeder were present. Mayor Slate and Ald. Henke were absent.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

There were no Citizen’s Comments.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Roeder to refer the “Streets Employment Position” to the Streets, Building, & Utilities Committee for further review and recommendation. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

After the seating of the new Council, the meeting was called to order by Council President James Clark. Roll call: Ald. Bieszki, Bouwkamp, Lager and Roeder were in attendance. Mayor Slate and Ald. Henke were absent.

The Clerk reported that all incoming Council members have signed oaths of office and have been sworn in.

Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder nominated James Clark as President of the Council. As there were no further nominations, a unanimous ballot was cast for James Clark as Council President. Motion carried.

Mayor Slate arrived at 7:10 p.m.

Appointments were reviewed:

FINANCE, PERSONNEL & SAFETY: James Clark-Chair, Stephen Bieszki, Brenda Henke, Victor Roeder, Rich Slate STREETS, BUILDING & UTILITIES: Stephen Bieszki-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, Brian Lager, Victor Roeder, Rich Slate PUBLIC PROPERTY & HEALTH: Brenda Henke-Chair, Nancy Bouwkamp, James Clark, Brian Lager, Rich Slate GREEN LAKE CO. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Ken Werth ADMNINISTRATIVE REVIEW: James Clark, Rich Slate

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Brenda Henke- Council Represent-ative, Brian Lager-Council Representative, Ken Paskey (2008), Will Pflum (2008), Sandy James (2007), Donalle Hoodie (2007), Clemence Fischer (2006) POLICE COMMITTEE: Clem Fischer (2008), William Slate (2007), Ken Preuss (2006) PLANNING COMMITTEE: Rich Slate-Mayor, Brian Lager-Council Representative, Curt Talma (2008), Derek Kwiesielewicz (2007), Skip Walker (2007), David Zanto (2006), Tony Dolgner (2006) CITY ATTORNEY: Daniel Sondalle CLERK-TREASURER: Patricia A. Prill CHIEF OF POLICE: Peter Toutant DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS: Ronald Flagel SUPERVISOR OF WATER/WASTEWATER: Anthony Doro DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY GOVERNMENT: Michael Ross CITY FORESTER: Open WEED COMMISSIONER: Peter Toutant CEMETERY SEXTON: Lorraine Justmann ZONING/BUILDING ADMINISTRATOR: David Bieno, General Engineering Co., Inc. BOARD OF REVIEW: Rich Slate-Mayor, Patricia Prill-Clerk, Gregory Gardinier, Assessor, Victor Roeder, Brian Lager, Stephen Bieszki (Alternate) BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: James Jajewski (2008), Norman Hermann (2007), Donald Leider (2007), James Bogutski (2006), Curt Talma (2006), Ted Robl (Alternate) LIBRARY BOARD: Lucy Hazlewood-Librarian, Nancy Bouwkamp-Council Representative, Russell Hirschy-School Representative, Orville Biesenthal- County Representative, Paul Plueddement (2008), Susan Anderson (2007), Leslie Kalmon (2007), Julie Allen (2006), Jean Hollander (2006)

Morion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Lager to accept Mayor Slate’s council and citizen appointments. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder moved to approve the following persons to serve as Election Workers for the coming year: Lois Albrecht, Irene Bruun, Beverly Dallman, Patricia Dallman, Sharon Doxtator, Shirley Dulas, Naomi Hilger, Jean Karns, Delores Metcalf, Lois Page, Lois Scharschmidt, Joyce Schwandt, Elaine Seeliger, Joyce Shaw, Virginia Tetzlaff, Elaine Wilde, and Jeanette Zacharias. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Bieszki/Ald. Bouwkamp to designate the Farmers State Bank, Markesan State Bank, Local Government Investment Pool, and Wisconsin Investment Trust Fund as depositories for the City. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Lager/Ald. Roeder to appoint the Markesan Regional Reporter as the City’s official newspaper. Motion carried.

Goals for 2005-2006 were discussed. They included: line item budget, redoing of E. Manchester Street, development of the Industrial Park, recodification of the Municipal Code, and changes in the zoning code.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

Regular Meeting Common Council January 11, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Slate. Roll call: Ald. Bouwkamp, Clark, Henke, Lager, and Roeder were in attendance. Several interested persons were also present.

Motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Roeder to approve the Agenda as printed. Motion carried.

Ald. Bieszki arrived at 7:02 p.m.

Citizen's Comments - James Jajewski addressed the Council regarding the Willow Court Lift Station backup and the proposed plans to upgrade the alarm system.

Motion was made by Ald. Lager/Ald. Bieszki to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Common Council held on December 14, 2004 with the addition of Ald. Bouwkamp as the nay vote in the approval of Resolution #8-04 RESOLUTION TO DISALLOW CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY OF MARKESAN. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki moved to approve the Treasurer's Report as printed. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Bieszki to approve the Police Report & Schedule for January; the minutes of the Streets, Building & Utilities Committee held on January 4, 2005; the minutes of the Public Property & Health Committee held on January 6, 2005; the minutes of the Finance, Personnel & Safety Committee held on January 6, 2005; and accept the minutes of the Library Board Committee held on November 17, 2004. Motion carried.

Ald. Clark/Ald. Henke moved to approve payment of General Checks #21261 - $21400 in the amount of $127,597.74 and Utility Checks #7890 - #7930 in the amount of $40,037.85. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Bouwkamp/Ald. Roeder to approve the bid for upgrades to the alarm systems at the 3 lift stations and the treatment plant at a cost not to exceed $63,000, provided no further upgrades are mandated by either the DNR or the EPA. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Roeder/Ald. Clark to transfer $1,000 from Account #5635 Advertising & Promotion to the Events Committee Savings Account. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

Ald. Lager/Ald. Henke moved to authorize the moving of the newly built warming shed from the High School to the Recycling Center at a cost not to exceed $120.00. Roll call: Aye 6, Nay 0. Motion carried.

It was moved by Ald. Clark/Ald. Lager to accept the Mayor's recommendation to appoint Jean Hollander to the Markesan Library Board to fill the unexpired term of Debbie Chisnell. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ald. Harke/Ald. Roeder to grant an Operator's License to Debra Harke for Markesan Amoco. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Council, motion was made by Ald. Clark/Ald. Bieszki to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.