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August 9,2010
President Williams called the regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board to order at 7:00 P.M. Roll call-Becwar, Kienitz, Cooper, Schmidt, Williams, Lau and Vogt—all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Chief McDonald, Steve Kirschbaum, Ron Kelley, Jared Kasten, Joe Ploessl, Bill Bausch, John and Sherri Greenwood, Richard and Mary Markham.
Schmidt made a motion to approve the July 12th meeting minutes, second by Cooper; motion carried. A motion was made by Kienitz to approve the vouchers for payment; Schmidt seconded it; motion carried.
President Williams opened the Public Hearing regarding the application from John and Sherri Greenwood for a proposed amendment to the Cassville zoning map for the property at 514 West Front Street from C-1 Commercial to
R-2 Multifamily Residential. Greenwood’s plans are to sell one lot to an adjacent landowner. Right now there are no plans for the other two lots except that they will be for residential building. Attorney Infield explained that the Planning Commission had met earlier in the evening and are recommending to the Village Board to allow the request. Infield stated that Allison Leed and Kent Suddreth, with property at 418 West Amelia, sent a letter objecting to the change siting flooding concerns to neighboring properties and questioning the need in the Cassville area for additional residential properties. (The Greenwood’s previously conformed to FEMA regulations and had the property removed from the floodplain.) With no more discussion, Williams closed the Public Hearing.
Bill Bausch appeared before the Board concerning insuring of the Veterans Memorial. He had been told that the Village had insurance on the memorial and just recently discovered that it did not. After discussion, Becwar made a motion to include the Veterans Memorial on the Village insurance policy and to be responsible for any deductibles. Cooper seconded it; motion carried.
Public Works Director Report:
The Board was recently informed that permits had been extended for residents who had previously dredged on Jack Oak Road and deposited the material on Village property. The Board had not been informed of the extension nor that the resident planned to deposit the material on land already saturated from the previous dredging. The consensus of the members was that Village Board approval must be obtained prior to each dredging and it’s at the Board’s discretion to allow and where to deposit dredged material on Village property.
Bartels presented four bids for the 2010-2011 LP gas. Ferrelgas and People’s Oil had bids of $1.499; Allegiant Oil was $1.489 and Charter Fuels was $1.389. Lau made a motion to contract and prepay for 8,000 gallons with Charter Fuels with the understanding that any unspent money will either be returned or credited to the next year. Vogt seconded the motion and it carried by voice vote.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm provided all members with the monthly Promotion report. She is already working on the 2011 Calendar of Events. Forty people attended the Stonefield “after hours” party. Upcoming events include the Juvenile Diabetes Poker Run, Stonefield’s Railroad Days and Cassville Car Cruise.
President’s Report:
Joe Ploessl appeared before the Board to explain the River Walk Grant that the bicycle/pedestrian walk trail Committee is working on. Ploessl stated that the 2.2 mile 10-foot wide path would extend from the lower end of the airport, along the airport fence, cross Jack Oak Road, enter into Riverside Park, continue to the Ferry Landing and Prime Street onto private property and end at DuChien and Front Streets before the railroad tracks. The cost is $687,000 with 20% from the Village that can include monetary donations, donated and employee labor and Village equipment. The Committee feels that it will be a great addition to attract tourists. Expansion projects could include extending the trail north to Stonefield and Nelson Dewey Park and south to the Roe Conservancy. He will be submitting the grant application soon to the Department of Transportation.
Williams is requesting, on behalf of the Car Cruise Committee, to have a burn out box at the tennis court in Riverside Park on the night of the cruise. He stated that each participant would have to present proof of insurance and sign a waiver. Kasten asked about tearing up the blacktop since children do use it to play basketball. Williams stated that it is cement and would not get tore up. Infield stated that as the Village attorney that he would advise against it. After discussion, Becwar made a motion to allow the Car Cruise to have a burn out box in the Riverside Park. The motion died for a lack of a second.
Attorney’s Report:
Pursuant to the Public Hearing, Kienitz made a motion to approve an ordinance to amend the Zoning map to rezone the property at 514 West Front Street from C-1 (General Commercial) Zoning to an R-2 (Multiple Family Residential) Zoning Classification and Schmidt seconded it. Roll call vote: Williams-yes; Vogt-yes; Cooper-yes; Becwar-yes; Kienitz-yes; Schmidt-yes; Lau-yes; all in favor and the motion carried.
Committee Reports:
Pool—
Schmidt reported that, with matching funds, the Pool Fund Raiser made over $9,100. Other fundraisers, including matching funds, may add an additional $2,000 including matching funds.
Park—
Vogt reported over the weekend that a boat blocked the lower boat ramp for a number of hours and had to be moved by individuals.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinance—
A motion was made by Kienitz to grant a Bartender Operator License to Ashley Lau , second by Schmidt; motion carried. Kienitz made a motion to grant an Original Alcohol Beverage License to James Fritel, Agent for Lynne Goeke of Riverside Bar ‘n Grill from August 10, 2010 to June 30, 2011. Schmidt seconded it; motion carried. Kienitz made a motion to grant a Temporary Class “B” License to the Lions Club for August 21st at the Sand Bar Lounge and Lanes and it was seconded by Schmidt; motion carried. A motion was made by Kienitz, with a second by Cooper, to grant a Temporary Class “B” License to the Cassville Car Cruise on September 4th at Riverside Park; motion carried.
Airport—
Williams stated that an Airport Committee meeting was recently held and they are recommending to the Village Board that Jeff Nank be allowed to build a hangar acceptable to the Committee on airport property. Schmidt made a motion for such, second by Cooper; motion carried.
Financial Report:
Village cash on hand after vouchers-$333,062; Utility cash on hand after vouchers-$50,509. Esser reported that the Village has received $84,926 for the first installment of the Shared Revenue payment.
Lau made a motion, with a second by Schmidt, to adjourn; motion carried.
Marlene Esser, Clerk
July 12, 2010
President Williams called the regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board to order at 7:00 P.M. Roll call-Lau, Kienitz, Cooper, Schmidt, Williams, Becwar and Vogt—all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Chief Brent McDonald, Steve Kirschbaum, Jason Klein, Ron Kelley, Mickey Skaggs, Richard Cerwin, Reita and Roger Breuer, Richard and Mary Markham.
Kienitz made a motion to approve the June 14th meeting minutes, second by Schmidt; motion carried. A motion was made by Schmidt to approve the vouchers for payment. Cooper seconded it; motion carried.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Board members received copies of the Tourism Report. Mumm reported that the Great Mississippi River Clean-Up had 46 participants. The Tourism Committee is advertising on the local radio stations and newspapers. Channel 15 out of Madison did an excellent job of highlighting the Cassville Ferry, Stonefield Village and Upper Mississippi River Adventures (Clyde and Judy Male) on their “trip on a tank” segment. A link may be viewed on the Cassville website. Eckstein Library is holding children’s programs on Wednesdays and again are very well attended. Upcoming events include “Day in the Park” on Saturday, July 17th, with a beanbag tournament and chicken barbeque. Next Saturday, July 24th, will be the pool fundraiser with matching funds from Modern Woodman Insurance. Village Board members and area business persons are invited to “Stonefield After Hours” on Thursday, July 15th.
President’s Report:
Schmidt made a motion to appoint Dwight Hughes to the Harbor Committee replacing Tara Dykhuisen as the Iowa representative; second by Cooper; motion carried.
Williams stated that all Board members are invited to the Grant County Municipal Alliance being held at the Youth and Ag Building in Lancaster on July 29th. Williams will be attending and if other members are interested they should contact him.
Police Report:
Pursuant to the April meeting, Kienitz stated that people have concerns about raising the speed limit on Denniston Street from 25 MPH to 35 MPH due to safety issues. In that area, there are no sidewalks and neighborhood children must walk along the road. Discussion was held including a ‘speed zone ahead’ sign, widening the shoulder of the road and a machine that displays the speed a vehicle is going. Also at issue is lowering the speed limit on the south end of the Village on Hwy. 133. Chief McDonald stated that ultimately the state DOT makes the decision concerning these matters.
Chief McDonald stated that as far as he knows there are no longer any pit bulls within the Village.
Committee Reports:
Pool—
Schmidt welcomes all volunteers to help with the pool fundraiser.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances—
A motion was made by Kienitz to grant a Temporary Class “B” License to the American Legion Post 352 for the Tonnage Tournament on August 7th at the Lions Shelter at Riverside Park. Schmidt seconded the motion; motion carried.
Financial Report:
The financial report was presented as follows: Village cash on hand after vouchers $265,693; Quarterly Street Aid $15,401; Utility cash on hand after vouchers $19,452; ‘93 Clean Wtr Fund MM $8,008; ‘03 Clean Wtr Fund MM $7,087; BSB MM $5,312; Sewer Replacement MM $11,937; Water Replacement MM $10,498.
Kienitz made a motion, with a second by Cooper, to adjourn; motion carried.
Marlene Esser, Clerk
June 14, 2010
President Williams called the regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board to order at 7:00 P.M. Roll call-Becwar, Kienitz, Cooper, Schmidt, William, Lau and Vogt—all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Chief McDonald, Steve Kirschbaum, Bart Nies, Ron Kelley, Richard Cerwin, Teresa Hammer, Mary Markham, Tom Petersen, Micky Skaggs, Dave Badula, Ron and Chantel Hampton and Mary and Jeff Glass.
Lau made a motion to approve the May 10th Public Hearing and regular Village Board meeting minutes, second by Schmidt; motion carried. A motion was made by Schmidt to approve the vouchers for payment; Cooper seconded it; motion carried.
Ron Hampton, representing the Harbor Commission, updated the Village Board on the Ferry Grant. He stated that the Grant was in the amount of $1.8 million for the purchase of a new ferry. At the beginning of the grant process, the Harbor Commission chose to pay for the architect to design the ferry instead of using grant monies because of the red tape and slower process it would take to go through the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, who was administering the grant for the federal Department of Transportation. So they paid $60,000 for the cost of the Ferry design and then needed to hire a firm for $20,000 for the administration of the Grant to meet Wisconsin DOR requirements. The design is now finished and Coast Guard approved. Ron anticipated the cost of the ferry could be $1.7 million with other expenses at $400,000, which would cause a shortfall of over $300,000. During the initial meetings, the Wisconsin DOT had stated that the Harbor Commission would just need to pay $25,000 for a consultant for the State. Most recently the DOT informed the Harbor Commission of their intent to charge $300,000 for their administration of the Grant. Numerous obstacles have been implemented by the DOT. Hampton stated that there is a very tight timeline for the construction of the new Ferry. The design had to be to the State by June 1st and was delivered on time. The State will let out bids September 15th and bids will be closed October 26th. This timetable needs to be followed precisely or the new ferry will not be completed by midsummer of 2011. This timing is very important because the “Charlie D” will have to be dry docked next July at a cost of $50,000 to $125,000. Because the Harbor Commission has already spent monies on an architect and for administration of the grant they cannot afford the expenses of dry-docking the “Charlie D.” If the deadline is altered in any fashion, the new ferry will not be in operation before the “old” ferry can no longer be afloat. Hampton felt the Village Board members should be aware of this dilemma. The Harbor Commission has been in contact with Senator Ron Kind’s, Assemblyman Phil Garthwaite’s and Senator Dale Schultz’s offices. There is a possibility that if plans are changed again, the Harbor Commission will have to decline the grant and Cassville will be without a ferry, as well as have the debt of the previously mentioned bills.
The 2006 Grant of $64,000 is being used to construct a new shed, replace dock plates and develop a new paging system to hail the ferry. Hampton estimates the cost to the Harbor Commission will be $16,000.
Dave Badula, representing the Knights of Columbus Youth Squires, appeared before the Board to ask permission to allow overnight tent camping in Riverside Park on August 20 and 21. He stated approximately 50 youth and adults will be tent camping, no alcohol will be consumed, they will use the Okey Pavillon and he and Tom Okey will be the responsible adults/chaperones to be sure that the area in cleaned up. Cooper made a motion to approve the overnight camping in Riverside Park. Schmidt seconded it and the carried by voice vote.
Becwar made a motion to convene to closed session pursuant to Wis. St. Stature Sec. 19.85(1)(g) for conferring with legal counsel for the governmental 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, with a second by Schmidt. Roll call vote: Williams-yes; Cooper-yes; Kienitz-yes; Vogt-yes; Lau-yes; Schmidt-yes; Becwar-yes. The Board convened to closed session.
Schmidt made a motion to return to open session and Becwar seconded it; motion carried.
Bart Nies from Delta 3 Engineering appeared before the Board and presented the Final Pay Request and Change Order from Iowa Grant Trucking for the Boat Landing Project. Changes included additional rip rap and clear stone used on the project. Bart is recommending the Board pay the Pay Request/Change Order contingent on no lien waivers on the project. Due to the extended length of time it took the contractor to complete the first phase of the project, the Village incurred additional electricity expenses because the contractor plugged machinery into the park outlets in inclement weather. Schmidt made a motion to approve payment to Iowa Grant Trucking of $33,278.04, which includes the change orders and retainage of $307.96 for the additional electricity expenses. The motion was seconded by Kienitz. Roll call vote: Vogt-yes; Lau-yes; Schmidt-yes; Becwar-yes; Williams-yes; Cooper-yes; Kienitz-yes; motion carried.
Two bids were received for the Utilities Project—Iowa Grant Trucking for $40,520.00 and E & H Hughes Company for $56,489.10. Bart is recommending that the Board award the contract to the lowest bidder. The bids were higher then the $35,000 that was estimated and Bart stated that with smaller projects there are fewer bids. Discussion was held concerning the cost and it was stated the storm sewer needs to be completed this year. With the budget constraints this year, the consensus of the Board was to only complete the storm sewer project this year and possibly do a bigger project next year. Cooper made a motion, with a second by Becwar, to disallow both bids. Roll call vote: Becwar-yes; Cooper-yes; Williams-yes; Schmidt-yes; Kienitz-yes; Lau-yes; Vogt-yes; motion carried.
Public Works Director Report:
Bartels provided copies of the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and said that the Utility received very good grades with the exception of the financial section. Becwar made a motion to approve the CMAR resolution as presented and Cooper seconded it; motion carried.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm provided all members with the monthly Promotion report. She reported that the citywide garage sale had about 30 participants. Last weekend was horse drawn days at Stonefield. A Madison news station and Queen B Radio will be on location in the Village this week. Also the Fly-in Breakfast and Fireman Chicken Bar-b-que will be held this weekend and the Rescue Squad dance will be next weekend.
President’s Report:
Williams stated that a Planning Commission Public Hearing will be held on July 12th at 6 p.m. concerning a request to change the zoning of the Greenwood property to residential and the possible changing of lot lines.
Police Report:
Chief McDonald stated that the Smoke Free Air Law prohibiting smoking in public places would become effective on July 5, 2010. Attorney Infield will draft a Village Ordinance to reflect this new law.
Annamarie and Tom Petersen, of the Silver Spigot, are asking to close Frederick Street from Amelia to Front Street for a street dance/poolfundraiser on July 24th until 11 p.m. Chief McDonald does not foresee any problems with this request. Schmidt made a motion to approve the request and Kienitz seconded it; motion carried.
Committee Reports
Pool—
Schmidt reported the big pool is open. A fundraiser for the pool will the held at Riverside Park on July 24th. Copies of the pool employee wages were made available to Board members. Schmidt made a motion to approve the wages as presented. Cooper seconded the motion and it carried.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances—
A motion was made by Kienitz to grant a Temporary Class “B” License to the Village of Cassville Pool Fundraiser from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on July 24th at Riverside Park, second by Schmidt; motion carried.
Cooper made a motion to grant a Temporary Class “B” License to the Cassville Fire Department from 4 p.m. to midnight on June 19th at Riverside Park, second by Vogt; motion carried.
Trustee Kienitz presented applications for the Renewal of Alcohol Beverage Licenses effective July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. A motion was made by Cooper to grant Renewal Alcohol Beverage Licenses to Annamarie Petersen for Silver Spigot, Joseph M. Kremer for BP Amoco, Robert A. Vogt for Town Pump, David Kieler for Lighthouse Lounge, Thomas L. Okey for Okey’s Market and Monte D. Scholl for Sand Bar Lounge and Lanes (noting that Scholl is adding a smoking deck to the licensed premises). Becwar seconded it and the motion carried.
A motion was made by Lau to grant Bartender Operator Licenses effective July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 to Donna Andrew, Billie Jean Breuer, Julie Dean, Lindsey DeWitte, Holly Fishnick, Jeremy Fishnick, Lori Fure, Phoebe Fure, Jeffrey J. Glass, Mary Glass, Sheila Haas, Theresa Haas, Sandra Kelley, David Kieler, Kandy Krohn, Erica Maahs, Chelsea Mason, Trisha Mathison, Angela McCarthy, Katie Muller, Lori Nemitz, Virginia Olson, Thomas Petersen, Courtney Pitzen, Kelly Pohle, Marsha Pojar, Misty Riedl, Erica Scholl, Tara Scholl, Lynn Vogt, Patricia Walsh, Kelsey Wiedenbeck, Jacquelin Williams, Barbara Willis and Kathleen Wood. Schmidt seconded the motion and it carried.
Street—
Cooper reported the Village tractor needs $1,800 worth of repairs. He made a motion to approve the repair work, second by Schmidt; motion carried.
Other Items for Future Consideration of the Board—
Williams reported that the Iowa representative on the Harbor Commission, Tara Dykhuisen, has resigned.
The Village Board will be asked to appoint Dwight Hughes as her replacement.
Financial Report:
Village Cash on Hand after vouchers-$349,008 and the Utility Cash on Hand after vouchers--$39,926.
Lau made a motion, with a second by Vogt, to adjourn; motion carried.
Marlene Esser, Clerk
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
May 12, 2010
President Williams called to order the regular meeting of the
Cassville Village Board at 7:00 P.M. Roll call-Becwar,
Schmidt, Williams, Lau, Vogt and Kienitz; all present. Also
in attendance were Attorney Infield, Chief McDonald, Tourism
Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels,
Clerk Treasurer-Marlene Esser, Steve Kirschbaum, Kathy White,
Ron Kelley, Mickey Skaags, Shelby and Bob Roe.
Cooper made a motion, with a second by Schmidt, to approve the
April 12th meeting minutes; motion carried. Lau made a
motion to approve vouchers for payment; it was seconded by Schmidt;
motion carried.
Public Works Director Report:
Bartels stated that the pool drains have been replaced; but
the play structure for the baby pool has not yet been installed. The
black top should be laid soon for the Boat Landing Project.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm provided handouts of the new Cassville brochure to Board
members. She reported that the Cassville website has had over
2 million hits in the past year and Bob Hudson usually updates
it daily. The Farmers Market and Cassville ferry began
operation the first weekend in May. The citywide garage sale
will be held June 4th and 5th. The Tourism Committee is
checking into having fireworks for “Christmas in Cassville.”
President’s Report:
All members of the Board were provided with a copy of the 2010
proposed Boards, Committees and Commissions. Changes
include: Barb Kienitz—Zoning, Licenses and Ordinances;
John Lau-Buildings; Richard Schnering replacing Charles
Lange on Historic Preservation and Dan Cooper on Airport. A
motion was made by Schmidt, second by Becwar and the motion
carried to approve the 2010 Boards, Committees and Commission
as follows:
2010 BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS
Street Committee: Chm. Dan Cooper, Steve Becwar, Barb Kienitz
Water & Sewer Committee: Chm. Steve Becwar, Barb
Kienitz, Dan Cooper
Building Committee: Chm. John Lau, Steve Becwar, Dan Cooper
Recreation Committee: Chm. Linda Schmidt, Bob Vogt, John
Lau
Park Committee: Chm. Bob Vogt, Linda Schmidt, John Lau
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances: Chm. Barb Kienitz,
Bob Vogt, Linda Schmidt
Police Committee: Chm. Keevin Williams, Steve Becwar,
Dan Cooper with Entire Board as subcommittee
Safety Committee: Chm. Keevin Williams, Steve Becwar, Dan Cooper
Personnel Committee: Chm. Keevin Williams, Steve Becwar, John
Lau
Fair Housing Committee:
Chm: Tom
Vondrum Evelyn
Conley
Len
Demert Steve
Becwar
Vince
Tranchita
Planning Commission:
Keevin
Williams Ron
Hulst
Steve
Becwar Vince
Tranchita
Barb
Kienitz Jared
Kasten
Jeff
Glass
Library Board:
Linda
Schmidt Pat
Friesen
Sue
Kremer Carol
Schnering
Joy
Blum Jim
Moris
Karen
Noll
Appeals Board:
Vincent
Tranchita Joe
Ploessl
Loyle
Wood Louis
Bossert
Melvin
Houghton
Pension Plan Trustees:
Keevin
Williams Linda
Schmidt
John
Lau
Board of Review:
Keevin
Williams Elaine
Wood
Joe
Ploessl Marlene
Esser
Dennis
Hampton (Adv.) Louis
Okey (Alt)
Housing Authority:
Steve
Becwar Len
Demert
John
Lau Tom
Vondrum
Evelyn
Conley
Historic Preservation Committee:
Advisor:
Dennis Hampton Dick
Schnering
Louis
Okey Linda
Schmidt
Jane
Bernhardt John
Lau
Cassville Harbor Commission:
Co-Chairman:
Robert Hudson Co-Chairman:
Vincent Tranchita
Linda
Schmidt Bob
Vogt
Eleanor
Mumm Tara
Dykhuisen
Ron
White Ron
Hampton
Louis
Okey Dick
Schnering
Keevin
Williams Secretary:
Tracy Bausch
Cassville Economic Development Corporation:
Vincent
Tranchita Louis
Okey
Allen
Lee Al
Muller
James
Koopman Tom
Hughes
Jeff
Glass
Tourism Committee:
Allen
Lee Jim
Koopman
Jane
Bernhardt Laurie
Koopman
Bob
Vogt Amy
Okey
Patty
Okey Pat
Friesen
Elaine
Gehde Eleanor
Mumm-Tourism Coordinator
Airport Committee:
Al
Muller Keevin
Williams
Allen
Lee Jim
Moris
Dan
Cooper
Bike/Pedestrian Walking Trail Committee
Robert
Vogt Barb
Kienitz
John
Lau Maria
Lauck
Joe
Ploessl
Representatives Grant County Economic Development:
Louis Okey Alternate-Mark
Bartels
Depository: Badger
State Bank
Clerk-Treasurer: Marlene
Esser
Director of Public Works: Mark
Bartels
Attorney: Todd
Infield
Assessor: Dennis
Hampton
Police Chief: Brent
McDonald
Weed Commissioner: Brent
McDonald
Airport Manager: Al
Muller
Building Inspector: Dennis
Hampton
Fire Chief: Dennis
Bausch
Fire Inspector: Norm
Haas
Open Book will be held on June 7th from 8 A.M. to 10 A.M. and Board of Review will be from 10 A.M. to noon on the same day.
President Williams stated that Dennis Hampton is resigning as Village Assessor effective after the 2010 Board of Review. A new assessor will be sought.
Williams stated he will ask Rich Nelson from DTE Stoneman to attend a future meeting because some concerns have been voiced about ash emissions from the burning of biofuels.
Attorney Report:
Attorney Infield stated that if Board decides to repeal and
recreate Ordinance Sec 11.07(3) relating to the harboring
of certain breed of dogs that the big change will be that
pit bulls would be considered a vicious dog and will be
banned from the Village. President Williams
has researched pit bulls and that this breed of dog will
turn on its owner and attacks at will. Schmidt stated that
any vicious dog should be banned which Attorney Infield
indicated is already in the Ordinance. Lau said that
the Board needs to take action and can’t wait until
an attack would occur. Attorney Infield stated that
pit bulls have a higher propensity to injure or kill than
any other breed of dog. He indicated that if the
Board believes that this breed of dogs is dangerous enough
to cause harm that they be outlawed before anything happens. Cooper
said that the Board cannot afford to ignore the statistics
that prove pit bulls are vicious dogs. Cooper stated
that they could listen to the pros and cons forever but
they need to do something now. Becwar said that all
dog owners within the Village will need to abide by the
Ordinance. Vogt stated that children love to pet
dogs and, as adults, the Board must protect these children. Schmidt
made a motion to repeal and recreate Sec. 11.07 (3) of
the Village Ordinances relating to harboring of certain
breed of dogs including any breed or cross breed of pit
bulls and Cooper seconded it. Roll call vote: Becwar-yes;
Kienitz-yes; Vogt-yes; Williams-yes; Cooper-yes; Schmidt-yes;
Lau-yes; motion carried unanimously.
Attorney Infield stated that these pit bull owners would be given a reasonable time to remove the dogs from the Village. Chief McDonald will notify the residents of the decision.
Committee Reports:
Buildings:
North Central Insulation will repair the Fire Department roof
at no cost to the Village because of the extended warranty.
Park Report:
The newly formed bike/pedestrian walking trail committee held
its first meeting.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances Report:
Lau made a motion to approve an operator’s license for
Phoebe Fure effective May 24th. It was seconded by Schmidt;
motion carried. Lau made a motion to approve a Temporary
Class “B” License to the Cassville Rescue Squad
for June 25th at Riverside Park and Kienitz seconded it; motion
carried.
Street Report:
Discussion was held concerning the deterioration of some sidewalks
in the Village. If tree roots are causing the
problem of sidewalks heaving up, the street employees will
replace the sidewalks with the Village and the homeowner
splitting the cost of the cement. Bartels stated
that the repairs could be done as the monies become available. Cooper
will check out the worst ones and report back to the Board.
The consensus of the Board was to flag the newly installed stop sign at Crawford and East Dewey Streets so drivers would be made more aware of the change.
Steve Kirschbaum said that a signage mount is broken in Volunteer Park; Bartels will check it out.
Clerk-Treasurer Report:
Village cash on hand after vouchers $445,608 and Utility cash
on hand after vouchers $52,568.
Lau made a motion to adjourn, second by Schmidt, motion carried.
Marlene
Esser, Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CASSVILLE VILLAGE
BOARD
May 10, 2010
The Public Hearing was called to order at 6:30 P.M. by President Williams. Roll call-Williams, Vogt, Lau, Cooper, Becwar, Kienitz, Schmidt—all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Chief McDonald, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser; Eleanor Mumm, Teresa and Jerry Reynolds, Tracy Bausch, Shelby and Bob Roe, Bob and Marilyn Soule, Harold Pollock, Kathy White, Steve Kirschbaum, Becky Felker, Branden Loeken, Justin Fecht, Dustin Boeck and Summer Peterson.
President Williams stated the reason for the Public Hearing was for public input concerning the possible recreation of an Ordinance relating to the harboring of certain breed of dogs, specifically pit bulls. Attorney Infield stated that the Board would listen to all the public comments and make a decision based on those comments, information obtained from the public either pro or con, and research that each Board member conducted in order to reach a rational decision. Infield stated that the Ordinance would restrict any vicious dog and now specifically defines pit bull as vicious. Attorney Infield stated that if the Board adopted the Ordinance that residents would be given a “reasonable” time to remove the dogs from the Village.
Jerry and Teresa Reynolds expressed concern because the 2 pit bulls in question have ran into their garage when they were present and the school playground is within ½ block and 2 day cares are within 1 block. Teresa stated that she has seen the dogs both leashed and running at large.
Tracy Bausch stated that she has already provided the Board members with information that she researched over the internet.
Kathy White owns a house right next to the pit bull owners and she stated one of the dogs actually charged at her husband and father-in-law and the owners came out and stopped the dog. She is concerned because they have young children. She presented information to the Board that she obtained over the internet concerning pit bull attacks.
Shelby Roe expressed concern because she has 3 children and watches 2 more children and she could not possibly protect all of them if a dog would attack.
Becky Felker and Branden Loeken, the pit bull owners, stated that their dogs are not vicious and they have had them since birth. Becky stated that since they were informed of the Village’s leash Ordinance that her dogs have not been running-at-large.
Justin Fecht stated that he has been around the dogs and they are not vicious and that any dog can be vicious.
Dustin Boeck said that pit bulls are not vicious; that it is people who beat these dogs that make them vicious. He stated that the Board should give the owners a chance to show that the puppies are not vicious. He reiterated many times that people make the dogs turn mean.
Shelby Roe said that when she first saw the dogs, before she even knew that they were pits, that she was concerned because these dogs were running-at-large.
President Williams has researched pit bulls and that this breed of dog can turn on an owner and can attack anyone.
Tracy Bausch stated that she is not willing to wait until a dog attacks her child before something is done. She said that these specific dogs appear friendly but because of the research that she has done she will not allow her child to pass by the house where the pit bulls live.
Summer Peterson said that many dogs can be vicious and that the pit bulls that she has been around are very docile.
Trustee Vogt said that there is no guarantee that these dogs would not become aggressive and that his concern is the close proximity to the school playground and day cares.
Attorney Infield stated a statistic that between 1/1/05 and 3/8/10 there were 158 fatal dog attacks in the United States and 88 were pit bull attacks. In 2007 that 35 deaths and 21 were from pit bulls and the next highest were 4 by rottweilers.
Discussion continued about pit bull attacks versus another dog bite.
Bob Soule said that all dogs should be leashed or fenced in.
Chief McDonald said that he has not seen these dogs running-at-large.
Schmidt made a motion to adjourn, with a second by Cooper; motion carried.
Marlene
Esser, Clerk
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
April 12, 2010
President Williams called to order the monthly meeting of the Village Board at 7:00 P.M. Roll call: Lau, Vogt, Becwar, Kienitz, Williams, Cooper and Schmidt—all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Chief McDonald, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Street Supervisor-Dion Nemitz, Tracy Bausch, Bart Nies, Arnie Phillips, Steve Kirschbaum, Jane Bernhardt, Ron Kelley, Mickey Skaggs, Ray Kirschbaum, Harold Pollock, Darcy Ploessl, Luke Demes, Teresa and Jerry Reynolds, Shelby and Bob Roe, Amy and Mark Kartman, Mary and Richard Markham.
A motion to approve the minutes of the March 8th and 29th meetings was made by Lau, second by Schmidt; motion carried. Schmidt made a motion to approve the vouchers for payment. It was seconded by Cooper; motion carried.
Delta 3 Engineering:
Bart Nies presented Wiederholdt Enterprises Pay Request #2 and
Change Order #1 for the School Street project with a total
of $9,137.83. The work has been completed and the
landscaping finished. Cooper made a motion to approve
Pay Request #2 of $7,631.18 to Wiederholt Enterprises,
second by Lau; motion carried. A motion was made
by Becwar with a second by Cooper to approve Change Order
#1 payment of $1,506.65 for changes in piping, concrete
and landscaping. The motion carried by voice vote.
Becwar made a motion, and Cooper seconded it, to convene to closed session pursuant to Wis. St. Statute Sec. 19.85 (1)(g) for conferring with legal counsel for the governmental 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. Roll Call vote: Becwar-yes; Kienitz-yes; Vogt-yes; Williams-yes; Cooper-yes; Schmidt-yes; Lau-yes; motion carried.
A motion was made by Schmidt to return to Open Session, second by Lau; motion carried.
Bart Nies stated that Iowa Grant Trucking has completed the work for Phase 1 of the Boat Landing project. He is presenting Pay Request #4 and Change Order #1 (for extending the paved walkway) for a total payment of $26,172.39. Bart stated that the ramps were completed correctly and can not exceed DNR maximum slope specifications. Cooper made a motion to approve payment of $22,157.39 for Pay Request #4 to Iowa Grant Trucking, Schmidt seconded it; motion carried. A motion was made by Kienitz for approval of Change Order #1 to Iowa Grant Trucking in the amount of $4,015; second by Schmidt; motion carried.
The Board informed Bart that due to lack of funds the Village
would not submit any projects for DNR grants.
Director of Public Works Report:
Bartels informed the Board that the large water leak may be
under the substation at DTE Stoneman. More testing will
be done this week.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm attended the Governor’s Convention and Tri-State
Spring Conference and stated that social networking is becoming
very popular. The Farmer's Market will start May 1st and the
ferry begins operation April 30th. The Tourism Committee,
along with Bartels, are working on new signage for Cassville. All
Board members were provided copies of the Tourism report, calendar
of events and Cassville at-a-glance information.
Presidents Report:
President Williams congratulated Kienitz, Cooper and Schmidt
on their reelection as Village Board trustees.
All Board members are invited to the Firemen’s Installation of Officers on April 21st at 7:00 P.M. at the Fire Hall.
Board members thanked Attorney Infield for his generous donation for pool repairs to conform to the Virginia Graeme Baker Act.
Police Report:
Chief McDonald has received numerous complaints/concerns regarding
a new resident in the Village with pit bulls. People have
notified the clerk’s office about these dogs being
loose and this Ordinance infraction is being documented. Many
residents were present at this meeting with concerns about
these dogs. Comments from those attending included
that there are 3 dogs at this residence, the dogs have
been seen running at large numerous times and the dogs
could be dangerous with children playing in the area. Williams
said a big concern is that these dogs are located within
a block of schools and two day cares. Attorney Infield
stated that the Village Board could choose to create a
vicious dog ordinance that could be breed specific and,
if adopted, would require the owners to remove the dogs
from the Village immediately. Infield stated that
a specific process needs to be followed in which Board
members should research information regarding vicious dogs
(or a specific breed of dogs) and accept documentation
both pros and cons to make an informed and arbitrary decision.
Infield is advising that a Public Hearing be held and persons
may attend and provide Board members with relevant information
supporting their reasons for banning or allowing vicious
dogs. He is advising that any written material/statistics/articles
be submitted to Board members prior to the Public Hearing
and meeting so the Board will have time to review the information
before making a decision. The consensus of the Board is
that they would like to proceed with a Public Hearing and
Village Board meeting to consider an Ordinance banning
vicious dogs, including pit bulls. Infield stated
that the dog owners should be notified that the Board is
going to consider a vicious dog Ordinance.
Chief McDonald stated that some residents have issues with the speed limits on State highways within the Village. He spoke to a DOT official concerning changing the 45 mph speed limit to 30 mph on Hwy 133 South from Klauer Street to Sand Bar Lounge and Lanes and on Highway 81 to change the 25 mph speed limit to 35 mph from 622 Denniston to the Village limits. McDonald stated that the DOT would make a decision possibly by the end of summer.
John Lau asked about speed limit signs on Prime Street and Nemitz said they are posted.
Attorney Report:
Pursuant to the March meeting, Attorney Infield presented an
Ordinance to replace a yield sign with a stop sign at the
intersection of Crawford and Dewey Streets that controls
traffic traveling south on Crawford Street. Cooper
made a motion to adopt said Ordinance with a second by
Schmidt. Roll call vote: Williams-yes; Kienitz-yes;
Becwar-yes; Vogt-yes; Lau-yes; Cooper-yes; Schmidt-yes;
motion carried.
Vogt asked about developing an Ordinance in consideration of a
stop sign at St. Charles School, which he stated has the same
issues as the Crawford and Dewey Street intersection.
Committee Reports:
Park--
Vogt reported that some vandalism was done at Riverside Park
recently.
Buildings—
Kienitz, Williams and Bartels informed the Board that the electricity
at the street garage is being replaced. Cooper said
that a representative from North Central Insulation would
be inspecting the Municipal Building and Fire Department
roofs this week.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances—
Lau made a motion to approve a Temporary Class “B” License
to the Lions/Lioness Clubs for July 17th from 1:00 PM to midnight
at Riverside Park and Schmidt seconded it; motion carried. Lau
made a motion to approve an Operator’s license for Thomas
Petersen; Schmidt seconded it; motion carried.
Airport—
Williams stated that bulbs are being replaced at the airport. Russell
Construction will inspect the wiring to the lighting on the
runway.
Other Items for Consideration—
Ray Kirschbaum stated that the vacant property at 309 West Amelia
needs the grass cut and an odor is coming from the garage. Chief
McDonald will check into the situation.
Clerk-Treasurer Report:
Board members were provided with copies of the following Financial
Report. Village cash on hand after vouchers--$495,453;
Quarterly Street Aid of $15,401 has been received; Boat
Landing Grant-received final payment in the amount of $34,590;
Utility cash on hand after vouchers-$31,505; ‘93
Clean Water Fund MM-$999; ‘03 Clean Water Fund MM-$87;
Watermain MM BSB-$312; Swr Repl MM-$11,922 and Wtr Repl
MM-$10,486.
Copies of the 2009 Audit report were available for all Board members.
Lau moved to adjourn the meeting, with a second by Schmidt; motion carried.
Marlene
Esser
Clerk
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD SPECIAL MEETING
March 29, 2010
The special meeting of the Cassville Village Board was called to order by President Williams at 4:30 P.M. Roll call: Lau, Kienitz, Schmidt, Cooper, Vogt and Williams- present; Becwar-absent. Also in attendance were Jeff Glass, Tom and Annamarie Peterson.
Trustee Lau made a motion to accept the surrender of Jeffrey J. Glass’ Liquor License contingent on approval of Silver Spigot Saloon LLC Liquor License effective April 1st. It was seconded by Cooper; motion carried.
A motion was made by Lau to approve an original Liquor License to Silver Spigot Saloon LLC, Annamarie Petersen, Agent effective April 1st through June 30, 2010. Schmidt seconded the motion; motion carried.
Schmidt made a motion to adjourn, second by Lau; motion carried.
Marlene
Esser Clerk
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
March 8, 2010
The regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board was called to order by President Williams at 7:00 P.M. Roll call: Lau, Kienitz, Schmidt, Becwar, Cooper, Vogt and Williams-all present. Also in attendance were Attorney Infield, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Police Chief-Brent McDonald, Richard Cerwin, Maria Lauck, Nate Sievers, Steve Kirschbaum, Rich Nelson, Mary and Richard Markham.
Kienitz made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 8th meeting, Lau seconded it; motion carried. A motion was made by Schmidt to approve the vouchers for payment. It was seconded by Cooper; motion carried.
Rich Nelson, plant manager of Stoneman DTE, updated the Board on the progress of the power plant conversion to biofuel. He stated that the building is scheduled to be completed by June 1st. The units will be fired June 14th and June 29th respectively and August 1st is slanted for the completion of the operation. Presently he figures that the fuel handling system is 70% complete, 60% completion on the boiler and 5% of the electrical is finished. Discussion was held concerning the use of Village water for the demineralizer and the stack testing for emission controls. Due to the increased truck traffic that the biofuel plant will require, Board members expressed concerns about student safety in the school zone and the physical deterioration of the Village streets from extra traffic load. Nelson stated that presently there are over 100 contractors working at the plant and plans are for 30-35 permanent employees when the plant is in operation. Nelson stated a plant manager will update the Village Board on a monthly to bimonthly basis.
Director of Public Works:
Bartels presented a resolution to authorize Village borrowing
in consideration of two grants for the Harbor Commission—one
for landing improvements and the other for the design of
the new ferry. Becwar made a motion to approve a
resolution for “the consideration and action for
authorizing short and long term borrowing of up to $250,000
for grant commitments in general obligation promissory
notes and levying a tax in connection therewith” to
borrow for the two projects. Lau seconded it. Roll
call vote Vogt-yes; Williams-yes; Becwar-yes; Cooper-yes;
Kienitz-yes; Schmidt-yes; and Lau-yes; motion carried.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm reported that the Tourism Committee is still checking into
stones for the signage into Cassville. She will be attending
the Tri-State Conference and Governor’s Convention for
Tourism.
President’s Report:
Williams reminded everyone that April 6th is Election Day and
six people are running for the three Village trustee positions.
Police Report:
Chief McDonald is soliciting donations from local businesses
and individuals for the purchase of a taser gun. He
provided copies of a taser policy that will be implemented
when one is purchased. He has already taken training
and is certified.
Committee Reports:
Recreation/Library:
Board members were provided copies of the 2009 annual Eckstein
Library statistics. Schmidt stated that the report shows
on increase over 2008 in program attendance and in the rental
of books, magazines and videos. Internet use was down slightly.
Buildings:
Cooper stated that the roofs of the municipal building and fire
hall will be inspected for recoating in the spring.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances:
Lau made a motion to grant a Temporary Class “B” License
on March 26th to St. Charles Parish. Kienitz seconded
the motion; motion carried. A motion was made by Lau,
second by Cooper, to grant a Temporary Class “B” License
to St. Charles Parish for April 9th; motion carried. Lau
made a motion to approve an operator’s license for Kathleen
Wood and Schmidt seconded it; motion carried.
Street:
Cooper stated that the elementary school zone is very congested
when buses and parents are dropping off and picking up
children. For safety reasons, he is recommending
that the yield sign at Crawford and East Dewey be replaced
with a stop sign. The Board is in agreement so Attorney
Infield will draft an Ordinance to reflect this change
and present it at the April meeting.
Clerk-Treasurer Report:
Village cash on hand after vouchers--$570,263. Utility
cash on hand after vouchers--$32,930.
Schmidt made a motion to adjourn, second by Cooper; motion carried.
Marlene Esser Clerk 
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
February 8, 2010
The regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board was called to order at 7:00 P.M. In the absence of President Williams, Lau made a motion to appoint Becwar as chairperson of the meeting, second by Cooper; motion carried. Roll call: Lau, Cooper, Vogt, Kienitz and Becwar-present: Williams and Schmidt-absent. Also attending were Attorney Infield, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Steve Kirschbaum, Ron Kelley, Tom Vondrum and Mickey Skaggs.
Kienitz made a motion, with a second by Cooper, to approve the minutes of the January 11th meeting; motion carried. A motion was made by Cooper to approve the vouchers for payment. Lau seconded the motion and it carried.
Tom Vondrum, representing St. Charles Parish, appeared before the Board. Currently a parishioner is plowing the snow in the Church parking lot but has problems removing snow with the larger snowstorms. Vondrum asked if the Street Department could plow when there is heavy, wet snow. He stated that the lot is used on a daily basis by the Public School for staff parking and athletic events, which shows the community need for the parking lot. Bartels expressed liability concerns and stated the Village streets are priority for plowing. Attorney Infield said State law states that municipalities cannot remove snow from non-municipal areas unless no private individuals in the area can do the work. Board members discussed doing the snow removal on a short-term basis and also the possibility of the school district helping since they utilize the lot. Cooper made a motion to help with the removal of heavy snow through the end of this winter season only. Kienitz seconded the motion and it carried.
Director of Public Works Report:
Bartels stated a Harbor Commission decision was made to pay
an architect to design a new ferry and not go through the
federal grant process, as doing so would add months to
the bidding process. The Village would have to borrow
the money for the Harbor Commission with the Commission
agreeing to abide by a repayment agreement. When
questioned, Bartels stated that the time frame to have
the new ferry is for the start of the 2011 season. Since
the Harbor Commission did not indicate a specific amount
of money to be borrowed, Attorney Infield advised that
it be table for a future Board meeting.
In the absence of Delta 33 Engineering personnel, Bartels presented copies of the Iowa Grant Trucking Pay Request #3 for the boat ramp project. Bart Nies is recommending that a payment of $8,785.60 be made which is the percent of the request that has been completed. Lau made a motion to pay Iowa Grant Trucking $8,785.60, second by Cooper; motion carried. Bartels stated that a change order was made to the project to increase the width of the sidewalk to 15 feet on the upper 30 feet of the ramp and that Iowa Grant Trucking stated the riprap should be in place in 2 weeks.
Bartels and Street Supervisor Nemitz developed guidelines of the Sign Retro-reflectivity Policy to meet the requirements of the Uniform traffic control devices MUTCD manual. All street signs in the Village will be replaced with new signs and then replaced again at the end of the expected life of the sign. To financially accomplish this replacement the Policy divides the Village into three sections with all signs within a section being replaced each year. By doing so, all signs will be replaced within three years. Cooper made a motion to approve the Sign Retro-reflectivity Policy as presented, second by Kienitz; motion carried.
If the Board would be interested in doing the wastewater plant headwords project, Delta 3 Engineering will have to start spec work so it can be submitted to the DNR by June 1st to be considered for any grants or loans. Bartels recommends not doing the project because presently he feels the water/sewer utility cannot assume any more debt.
Board members were provided copies of a resolution opposing the Department of Revenue proposal for mandated countywide annual assessment instead of each municipality providing the service when their assessment ratio falls below 80 percent. Lau made a motion to approve the resolution and to send copies to our state representatives and other state departments, second by Vogt; motion carried.
Bartels stated that prices will need to be obtained for the pool upgrades.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm reported attendance was high for Bald Eagle Days with people
coming from all over the state and surrounding areas. The
Tourism Committee is checking into new welcome signage
for Cassville with the idea of a stone with simply ‘Cassville’ on
it. Bartels stated that a sign made of that material
would need to be placed out of the highway right of way.
Presidents Report:
Becwar announced a Spring Primary Election for Court of Appeals
Judge will be held on February 16th. A thank you
was acknowledged from the Ruth Lau Family.
Committee Reports:
Buildings—Cooper stated that the Municipal Building roof
is leaking in the main room. He will have it inspected
in the spring.
Zoning, Licenses & Ordinances—Lau made a motion to approve an operator’s license for Jeremy Fishnick. Cooper seconded it and the motion carried.
Street—Cooper stated that the Board might need to address the issue of sidewalks in the Village that are heaved and in need of replacement.
Water & Sewer/Housing Authority—Becwar and Tom Vondrum stated that the Housing Authority is still having financial issues. Vondrum said that insurance is extremely expensive for vacant buildings and expects the premium to be $8,000.00 this year for the two buildings. Unit 2 is listed by a realtor and is on the website but presently there are no interested parties. They are requesting the Village Board help out financially by paying $1,100 per month, which is approximately half of the USDA mortgage payment. Cooper made a motion, with a second by Vogt, to make a $1,100 payment each month to the Housing Authority to be used for the USDA payment. Motion carried by voice vote.
Clerk-Treasurer Report:
Village cash on hand after vouchers-$466,210; Utility cash on
hand after vouchers-$39,585.
Lau made a motion to adjourn, second by Vogt; motion carried.
Marlene
Esser, Clerk
CASSVILLE VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
January 11, 2010
President Williams called the regular meeting of the Cassville Village Board to order at 7:00 P.M. Roll call: Becwar, Kienitz, Lau, Williams, Vogt, Schmidt and Cooper—all present. Also attending were Attorney Infield, Tourism Coordinator-Eleanor Mumm, Director of Public Works-Mark Bartels, Clerk-Marlene Esser, Richard Cerwin, Richard and Mary Markham
Schmidt made a motion to approve the December 14th and 28th meeting minutes. It was seconded by Cooper; motion carried. A motion was made by Becwar and seconded by Lau to approve the vouchers for payment; motion carried.
In the absence of Delta 3 Engineering personnel, Bartels presented
copies of the Iowa Grant Trucking Pay Request #2 for the boat
ramp project with a recommendation by Bart Nies for payment
to be made. Schmidt made a motion to pay Iowa Grant Trucking
$20,900, the amount of Pay Request #2; second by Cooper; motion
carried. Bartels stated that the large riprap has been
delivered for the project.
Director of Public Works Report:
Bartels reported that the large water leak has not been found
yet. The leak may be by DTE Stoneman and the utility department
will be checking out that area later this week.
Tourism and Promotion Report:
Mumm reported Bald Eagle Days would be held on January 30th
and 31st with programs being presented at the High School
and bird viewing at Riverside Park. There is a full
slate of activities planned including live raptors, speakers
and a wild life photographer. Snowmobilers are interested
in giving rides during Bald Eagle Days and Attorney Infield
stated that there should not be a problem as long as there
is adequate insurance on the part of snowmobile owners
and the Village. A food stand and bake sale will
be held with the profit going to the swimming pool.
Mumm stated that no chairperson can be found for the Twin-O-Rama; so the future of this annual event is unknown.
President’s Report:
Dan Cooper, Linda Schmidt and Barb Kienitz, the incumbents,
along with Jeff Glass, Jared Kasten and Dan Glassmaker
are seeking the three trustee positions in the Spring Election.
Schmidt made a motion to appoint Allen Lee to the Tourism Committee,
replacing Joe and/or Sue Kremer. Kienitz seconded the
motion and it carried.
Williams, Bartels and Elaine Gehde will apply for an Alliant Energy grant for safety upgrades at the swimming pool.
Committee Reports:
Park—The second part of the grant money has been received
for the now completed Okey Pavilion in Riverside Park.
Housing Authority—Upon the request from Becwar, Cooper made a motion to pay half of the January mortgage payment to Rural Development for the Housing Authority. It was seconded by Schmidt and carried by voice vote.
Financial Report:
Esser reported Village cash on hand after vouchers $513,632
and Utility cash on hand after vouchers $47,195.
Lau made a motion to adjourn, second by Kienitz; motion carried.
Marlene
Esser, Clerk