The Meeting of the Common Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. It was noted that the meeting had been announced and a notice posted at City Hall.

Roll call was taken, with the following members present: Mayor Jim Bialecki, Ald. Mike Giese, Ald. Bob Muth, Ald. Tim Miller, Ald. Jim Olson, Ald. Kim Smith, and Ald. Clarence Stellner.

Also Present: City Clerk Cari Burmaster, Finance Director Fred Buehler, City Engineer Jarrod Holter, and Land Use & Development Director Jason Gilman, and City Attorney Sean O’Flaherty.

Item 2 - Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was declared.

Item 3 - Approval of minutes from previous meeting.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Miller, to approve the minutes from the previous meeting as printed and on file in the City Clerk’s Office. On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 4 - PUBLIC INPUT: (limited to 3 minutes/individual)

Mayor Bialecki turned the agenda item over to anyone wishing to provide input.

Mike Earll

1424 Pine Street

Onalaska

“I have contacted Jim Olson and Mike Giese as well as Jim Bialecki regarding my concerns of snow removal this winter – that it’s inadequate. I have since found out that the Street Department is at 1990 operating levels as far as personnel and in talking with some of the aldermen, it sounds to me, the city has grown drivable miles about 40% more than we had in 1990. My street, the last time it snowed on December 28 was not plowed until the following Wednesday. Myself and my neighbors, this is unacceptable for the city that we have, so I don’t know what needs to be done, but I’m to the point where I’m asking for your help to resolve the problem.”

Mayor Bialecki called three times for anyone wishing to address the council and declared the public input session as closed.

Item 5 - REPORT FROM THE MAYOR.

A. Appreciation to LaCrosse Radio Group.

Mayor Bialecki presented Pat with the LaCrosse Radio Group with a plaque which states:

“In appreciation for your support

of Code Red Emergency Notification System

for the residents of the City of Onalaska.”

Mayor Bialecki said, “And the reason we’re doing this is a result of efforts by Fire Chief Don Dominick in observing this program, implementing this program, that LaCrosse Radio Group has gone way above and beyond to see that it’s implicated and to certainly get the word out. I guess I’ll take this opportunity to mention also my appreciation of a few years back that LaCrosse Radio Group really stood out to support our troops for deployment as well as return.”

Pat thanked the Mayor for the award. Pat indicated that the reason they do this for the city is not for the awards received but to be good citizens.

Pat commended the City of Onalaska officials for their foresight to implement the Code Red System and said, “The technology that we can use nowadays to assist the media to get the word out to the people in the event of an emergency is there, and a lot of the communities aren’t taking advantage of it and thank you for having the foresight to do that in Onalaska.”

B. Resolution 2-2008 – Onalaska Police Department.

RESOLUTION NO. 2-2008

A RESOLUTION

HONORING THE SERVICE OF CHIEF JOHN DLOUHY AND

INVESTIGATOR DAVID WINJUM

To The Honorable Mayor and Council, City of Onalaska, Wisconsin

WHEREAS, Chief John Dlouhy and Investigator David Winjum served the City of Onalaska Police Department for a combined total of 35 years.

WHEREAS, both were known as men of integrity, gave willingly of their time and talents to Administration, Community Policing and Technology Programs.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Onalaska, through its elected officials, will remember the passing of both officers in February of 2007, by flying the flag at half mast on Wednesday, February 13, 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Onalaska Common Council, by consensus on the 8^th day of January, 2008, agree to inset this resolution into the permanent records of the Onalaska Common Council and forward copies of this resolution to their families.

Dated this 8^th day of January 2008.

City of Onalaska

By: _________________________________

James Bialecki, Mayor

_________________________________

Caroline L. Burmaster, City Clerk

Passed:

Published:

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Stellner, to pass Resolution No. 2-2008.

On roll call vote: Ald. Kim Smith – aye, Ald. Tim Miller – aye, Ald. Clarence Stellner – aye, Ald. Jim Olson – aye, Ald. Mike Giese – aye, Ald. Bob Muth – aye. Resolution passes.

Mayor Bialecki presented signed copies of these to Maureen Dlouhy and Kelly Winjum, wives of the officers.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL AND/OR POSSIBLE ACTION FROM THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS/BOARDS:

Item 6 – FINANCE COMMITTEE:

A. Vouchers.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Muth, to approve Vouchers No. 2805 through No. 2941 and #1 thru #142, expended since the last Common Council meeting of December 11, 2007 in the amount of $9,264,772.86.

Ald. Olson reported these vouchers include a percentage 36.66% compared to 30.63% in 2006 of taxes collected through noon on December 31, 2007, to the taxing entities in the amount of $7,800,804.87.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 7 – PERSONNEL COMMITTEE:

A. Information Technology Support Specialist.

1. Post and Advertise.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Muth, upon recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee, to post and advertise for the Information Technology Support Specialist.

On voice vote, motion carried.

2. Salary Range.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee, to approve the salary range for the Information Technology Support Specialist in the range of $40,000 to $45,000 annually.

On voice vote, motion carried.

B. Cost of Living Increase (3%).

Ald. Olson indicated that this item comes to the Council with no recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Stellner, to approve the Cost of Living Increase of 3%.

On voice vote, motion carried.

C. Public Abstract Request System (PARS) contract.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Smith, upon recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee to approve the Public Abstract Request System (PARS) contract.

On voice vote, motion carried.

D. Authorization to post and advertise Patrol Position for the Police Department.

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Miller, to approve the authorization to post and advertise for the Patrol Position for the Police Department.

Under discussion, Ald. Smith noted that the Finance and Personnel Committee did not make a recommendation although she does support the motion.

For clarification, Mayor Bialecki indicated that since the committee last met, there was a vacancy in the department and rather than hold this up for 30 days, they decided to place this on the dockets now because of the length of a 3-month process to fill this position.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 8 - ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE:

A. Approval of Operator’s Licenses

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Administrative Committee, to approve the Operator’s Licenses as printed and on file in the city clerk’s office.

On voice vote, motion carried.

B. Class B Combination beer and liquor license for Tequila Mexican Restaurant, 425 Second Avenue South, Onalaska.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Giese, upon recommendation of the Administrative Committee, to approve the Class B Combination Beer and Liquor License for Tequila Mexican Restaurant, 425 Second Avenue South, Onalaska.

On voice vote, motion carried.

C. Run/Walk permit for American Cancer Society for Sunday, April 20, 2008, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Administrative Committee to approve the run/walk permit for American Cancer Society for Sunday, April 20, 2008, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

On voice vote, motion carried.

D. Request for removal of tree in cemetery (Information only).

Ald. Stellner reported this item is for information only. This item was delayed so that the Board of Public Works director could review the situation at the cemetery in the spring.

Item 9 - BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS:

A. 2008 Capital Improvement Projects.

1. Recommendation and possible action in regard to the 2008 capital Improvements Projects.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to adopt the 2008 Capital Improvements Projects.

On voice vote, motion carried.

2. Resolution 1-2008 – regarding Capital Improvements for 2008.

RESOLUTION NO. 1-2008

A RESOLUTION

RELATING TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR 2008

To The Honorable Mayor and Council, City of Onalaska, Wisconsin.

WHEREAS, The Board of Public Works in the City of Onalaska has held a Public Hearing on January 2, 2008, at 5:00 P.M. on the proposed 2008 Capital Improvement Projects, and

WHEREAS, The Board of Public Works in the City of Onalaska has reviewed the total Capital Improvement project costs of $9,070,659 less amounts previously bonded for $3,818,910 and other sources of revenue of $1,786,930 leaving a balance of $3,464,819, with issuance costs of $35,181.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Public Works has recommended the adoption of the 2008 Capital Improvement Projects as outlined in the budget attached to this Resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Common Council of the City of Onalaska has considered the 2008, Capital Improvement Projects as presented by the Board of Public Works, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Onalaska does hereby adopt the 2008 Capital Improvement Budgets of $9,070,659 with the financing of $3,500,000.

Dated this 8^th day of January 2008.

City of Onalaska

By: ______________________________________

James Bialecki, Mayor

______________________________________

Caroline L. Burmaster, City Clerk

Passed:

Published:

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, to adopt Resolution 1-2008 for the 2008 Capital Improvement Projects.

On roll call vote: Ald. Bob Muth – aye, Ald. Clarence Stellner – aye, Ald. Jim Olson – aye, Ald. Kim Smith – aye, Ald. Tim Miller – aye, Ald. Mike Giese – aye. Resolution passes.

B. Authorize payment of Abbey Road Design fees and design contract with Davy Engineering.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to approve the payment of the Abbey Road Design fees and design contract with Davy Engineering.

On voice vote, motion carried; five –yes, one – abstention.

B. Professional services contract for State Highway 35 right-of-Way services with Timbers – Selissen Land Specialists.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Muth, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to approve the professional services contract for State Highway 35 right-of-way services with Timbers-Selissen Land Specialists.

For point of record, Ald. Giese questioned the dollar amount.

Jarrod Holter said this is in the amount of $130,950 and this is a DOT reimbursable project for which the funds will be reimbursed.

On voice vote, motion carried.

C. Authorization to bid 2008 Utility Projects.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Smith, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to approve the authorization to bid the 2008 Utility Projects.

On voice vote, motion carried.

D. Authorization to bid 2008 Pavement Marking Project.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to approve the authorization for the Engineering Department to bid for the 2008 Pavement Marking Project with the insurance cap for an umbrella to be replaced at $2 million.

On voice vote, motion carried.

E. Adoption of Emerald Ash Borer Readiness Plan for Urban Forestry.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to adopt the Emerald Ash Borer Readiness Plan for Urban Forestry in the City of Onalaska.

On voice vote, motion carried.

F. Authorization to bid Tandem Axle Dump Truck with attachments.

Motion by Ald. Stellner, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Board of Public Works to approve the authorization to bid the tandem axle dump truck with all the attachments necessary.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 10 - PLAN COMMISSION:

A. Draft Development Agreement for French Valley LLC, related to infrastructure financing and project phasing.

Motion by Ald. Giese, second by Ald. Stellner, upon recommendation of the Plan Commission to approve the Draft Development Agreement for French Valley LLC, related to infrastructure financing and project phasing.

On voice vote, motion carried.

B. City Development overview/statistics.

Ald. Giese turned this item over to Jason Gilman.

Jason presented a matrix which shows a comparison of the City of Onalaska’s growth. There is a report which is compiled annually by the Inspection Department. This is quite detailed showing single family construction, multi-family, condominiums, commercial, garages, additions, remodeling and everything is broken down.

Jason indicated that the numbers have not wavered significantly whereas some of the areas of the country have seen some volatile shifts in the housing market. Jason said, ‘Ours have remained relatively constant. We certainly had peaks around the 2002-2003 time frame when the peak building was going on and the interest rates were at historic lows, but we’re continuing to see that $40 million in new investment every year in the community.”

Jason offered to answer any questions anyone may have regarding this data.

C. New pictometry software/data.

Ald. Giese turned this item over to Jason.

Jason indicated this is an area that their GIS Department and Joe Barstow have been working on with LaCrosse County. This was provided by LaCrosse County and paid for through their Emergency Government Area.

This consists of high-resolution digital aerial photography which is not satellite imagery but basically flown from airplanes. Jason noted this is very high resolution photography which can exhibit four angles of any view in the city in a higher elevation view and then a closer-in view.

Jason said, “We think this is going to be a very popular product with the public. We can offer hard copies in acrobat file or pdf file. We’re also planning on having it on public terminals in City Hall, and we’ve had a number of developer requests for this product already.”

D. Consideration of a PUD (Planned Unit Development) amendment by Ted Thompson for Barson Square to switch two (2) structures.

Motion by Ald. Giese, second by Ald. Muth, upon recommendation of the Plan Commission to approve the consideration of a PUD (Planned Unit Development) amendment by Ted Thompson for Barson Square to switch two (2) structures with the opinion that this is not a substantial change.

On voice vote, motion carried.

E. Preliminary Transitional Neighborhood Plan proposed by Elmwood Partners and Traditional Trades for ten (10) acres along Sand Lake Road, part of the Meier Farm Addition.

Motion by Ald. Giese, second by Ald. Stellner, upon recommendation of the Plan Commission to approve the Preliminary Transitional Neighborhood Plan proposed by Elmwood Partners and Traditional Trades for ten (10) acres along Sand Lake Road, part of the Meier Farm.

On voice vote, motion carried.

F. Information on the planning design and engineering of the French Valley LLC Development.

Ald. Giese turned this item over to Jason.

Jason reported regarding an update on the evolving designs for the French Valley LLC Development at the end of French Road. They are continuing to work on this with the preliminary plat and components of the Final Implement plan anticipated to be submitted some time in February or March.

One key change to the development – As a result of some of the grading and environmental disturbance, they are attempting to eliminate some of the grading they are doing on the site in order to maintain the natural grades and the trees.

Item 11 - JUDICIARY COMMITTEE:

A. Ordinance 1320-2008 – to create Chapter 7 of title 11 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Onalaska (Abatement of Drug and Gang Houses) (First and Second Reading).

Motion by Ald. Muth, second by Ald. Stellner, upon recommendation of the Judiciary Committee to not give Ordinance 1320-2008 its first and second reading at this time.

On voice vote, motion carried.

B. Ordinance 1324-2008 – to create 13-8-62 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Onalaska relating to Tree Protection (First and Second Reading).

Motion by Ald. Muth, second by Ald. Giese, upon recommendation of the Judiciary Committee to give Ordinance 1324-2008 its first and second reading.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 12 - LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE:

A. Additional 2008 services for Waterfront Planning and CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Opportunity.

Jason reported that there was $7,500 budgeted in the capital improvement budget which was intended to be a local match of 20% for a grant (Community Development Block Grant) that Jason was authorized to apply for this year for planning.

Jason indicated that he will be pursuing this. If they are successful, there will be approximately $32,000 which can be used to continue some of the waterfront planning work.

In summary, some of the additional services that are being considered by the Long Range Planning Committee include:

• A Funding Summit – This is an organized three-day event that brings all of the funding partners together to achieve commitments for certain aspects of the plan. This is a very important implementation piece.
• Permitting Coordination with Agencies – This has to do with the flood plain, the wetlands, and the shore line in terms of certain things that require permitting.
• Integration of public input, involvement, and volunteerism in the project this is also a very important implementation piece that would involve Centering Onalaska in engaging the citizens to become involved in the project. This would also be a coordinated and planned event.
• Creation of an implementation management team – This has been successful in other communities where they will actually put together a team of local leaders that can see certain projects through with the help of city staff.

B. Report on Presentation by Schreiber Anderson Associates on the Preliminary Waterfront Master Plan.

C. Preliminary Waterfront Master Plan details for State Highway 35.

D. Market Analysis Details for Waterfront Master Plan.

E. Preliminary Waterfront Master Plan Comments by Long Range Planning members and advisory groups.

F. Waterfront Master Plan Illustration and Photos.

G. Waterfront Master Plan Schedule and next meeting date.

H. Preliminary Waterfront Master Plan – General Public Input and Open House.

Jason reported on the above items, “This consists of the general presentation of the Waterfront Plan. These plans include a general plan view of the entire Waterfront Area, a blow up of the Tourism Center area, and then a set of cross sections that show the development of the hillside and how that all fits in.”

Jason indicated that these plans represent the evolution of plans based on public comment over the planning period that goes back to Early 2007. Jason said, “I think it represents a creative marriage between economic development, active recreation, urban design, and environmental stewardship and education because that was one thing that the public really wanted to see – there was a strong desire for both intensive uses and getting people down to the water, but also protecting the natural resources and assets that we have down there.”

Some of the things in the plan include:

• Urban Riverwalk – From Irvin Street to the Spillway
• Fishing Areas
• Boat Docking
• Nature Trails and Boardwalks
• A Central Green Area – This is entitled Lawn or Central Green – This can be used for programmable events such as festivals or log rolling contests, etc.
• Tourism Center – Between Irvin Street and Main
• Redevelopment Areas – Along Highway 35 with parking to the rear
• Farm Market and Outdoor Exhibition Area – This could have a covering on it – possibly with a photo voltaic type of covering that could serve as an alternative power or energy source for the Tourism Center.
• State Highway 35 Design – This creates an impressive public realm or experience rather than just a highway through town. They are considering a median and landscaping. Jason said, “However, we are very cognizant of the long-term costs and operations in maintaining something like that and we’ve asked the consultant to put together data on just how costly this is to keep this maintained. We’ll have that as part of the plan.”
• Public Input – Jason said, “We’ve had some great public input at the last meeting regarding mitigating flood damage, coordinating with key staff of agencies regarding the shore line impact, and protection of environmental resources. But a general desire, many of the public comments that have come in – to really create something special here for the community – have amenities and good access.

The next meeting of the Long Range Planning Committee is scheduled for January 23 at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall in the Council Chambers. The meeting will have a special focus for which the public is invited to attend. The focus of the meeting will be:

• Review of the Market Analysis for the Downtown or Highway 35 area – This will be a very interesting discussion regarding redevelopment strategies. They will be discussing what types of businesses the city would like to attract to maintain a good economy in the downtown and help local businesses grow and expand but also attract new.
• Implementation Plan and Strategy – This will be a review of just how the plan will be built and how the city can manage this through creative financing and other options.

Jason encouraged anyone that is available to attend.

Item 13 - UTILITIES COMMITTEE / MASS TRANSIT:

UTILITIES

No report.

MASS TRANSIT

A. Onalaska / Holmen/ West Salem Public transit.

1. Financials for November 2007.

Motion by Ald. Muth, second by Ald. Miller, upon recommendation of the Utilities/Mass Transit Committee to accept the financials for November 2007.

On voice vote, motion carried.

2. Report relating to Strap Grant by the LaCrosse County Aging Unit.

Ald. Muth turned this item over to Fred Buehler.

Fred reported that the county has applied for and has received a Strap Grant expanding service to Rockland and the Village of Holland. There were discussions regarding this. They are currently going out for RFP’s and RFQ’s in reference to obtaining a provider for this service.

Fred noted that this will have absolutely no impact on the current contractor for the City of Onalaska.

MTU

A. Financials for 2^nd and 3^rd Quarters of 2007.

Motion by Ald. Muth, second by Ald. Olson, upon recommendation of the Utilities/Mass Transit to accept the Financials for 2^nd and 3^rd Quarters of 2007.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 15 - PARKS & RECREATION BOARD:

No meeting this month.

Item 16 - TOURISM COMMISSION

No meeting this month.

Item 17 - SENIORS COALITION:

No meeting this month.

Item 18 - REPORT FROM LIBRARY COMMISSION:

No meeting this month.

Item 19 - REPORT FROM TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE:

A. Transition of Information Technology vendors (Information only).

Ald. Miller reported that they have successfully implemented the transition between the old IMS Group and the new Locknet Group. This has gone smoothly and they are moving forward.

B. 5-year Planning Update (Information only).

Ald. Miller reported that they have the target date of the end of this month to have in place a 5-year plan for the infrastructure for the technology section of City Hall. This is coming along very quickly and very nicely. They will bring this forward within the next few months.

Item 20 - REPORT FROM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:

A. Report on Events.

No report.

Item 21 - REPORT FROM POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT LIAISON:

No report.

Item 22 - REPORT FROM THE SHOP RELOCATION COMMITTEE:

No meeting this month.

Item 23– SAFETY COMMITTEE:

No meeting this month.

Item 24 – HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION:

No meeting this month.

Item 25 – MUNICIPAL HARBOR COMMISSION:

No meeting this month.

Item 26 - REPORT FROM LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR:

A. Scenic Byways Process Authorization.

Jason reported that this is a process they have been working through within the last few weeks related to the National Scenic Byways Grant for the Tourism Center.

Jason said, “As you know, our project was ranked Number 1 in the state for funding in 2004. We did receive a first phase grant which was $560,000 – one of the largest in the United States for this type of program. And that money was earmarked for planning, architecture, and site preparation so it was sort of the Early stages of the project.

The second piece which is more important, of course, is the construction and the implementation of the project, and we learned just before Christmas that our application for Phase II was not funded even though it had been ranked by the Parkway Commission and the DOT as the Number One project in the state. So we started to look into the reasoning and found that there were some questions that we had about why the project wasn’t funded, and we’ve asked for help from our legislators – Congressman Kind and also Senator Feingold who has written some strong letters of support, supporting our application. And Congressman Kind’s office is working with Congressman Olby’s Office and looking into this. And Senator Feingold’s Office is also looking into it.

Senator Feingold has invited us to visit with him – either in Wisconsin or in Washington, and before we committed to anything, we needed to make the council aware that the invitation is there. And, of course, you would have to authorize out-of-state travel for us to attend a meeting with the senator in Washington if we end up having to do that. So that’s the purpose of this report and request is to ask the council if that opportunity presents itself, would you authorize an out-of-state travel request to meet with Senator Feingold in Washington. Again, the amount would be $670,000 if we’re successful. If we’re not successful, we have an opportunity to reapply, which we would probably do, with the authorization.”

Motion by Ald. Olson, second by Ald. Stellner, that because of the scope of the project, to recommend that the Mayor and Jason travel to Washington to meet with Senator Feingold if necessary regarding the reapplication of the National Scenic Byways Grant for the waterfront Project.

Mayor Bialecki reminded that this would be only if it is necessary.

On voice vote, motion carried.

Item 27 – INTERGOVERNMENTAL STEERING COMMITTEE:

No report.

Item 28 - REPORT FROM THE ALDERPERSONS:

A. Compliment to Street Department – Ald. Stellner.

Ald. Stellner apologized to the gentleman who spoke Earlier this evening in reference to his street not being plowed.

Ald. Stellner said, “However, overall I would like to commend the city street crew for the great job they did do under the terrific circumstances we had with the ice and snow. As you know the ice that did start before the snow made it awful difficult to get the real good job done that they always have in the past. However, they went above and beyond, and I think they did a great job for our community, and I’d like to comment and thank them very much for that great job.”

Ald. Stellner also commended Hilltopper Refuse Services for their great job and service during the last snowfall.

Mayor Bialecki agreed and noted that Mr. Earll (the gentleman making the comment regarding his disappointment with the snow plowing) and the mayor understand snowfalls well. Mayor Bialecki said, ‘This is probably the first year in many we’ve had a typical December snow fall. Nonetheless, though, I’ve had conversations with Jarrod on this issue about enhancing staff patterns for equipment utilization and I would hope that within the next 30 days there will be another recommendation coming to the Board of Public Works so that any time we have a substantial snow fall that we’re more than prepared for it.”

Mayor Bialecki thanked Ald. Stellner for his comments because he thinks the crews did a very good job also.

Item 29 - REPORT FROM THE FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR:

No report.

Item 30 - REPORT FROM THE CITY CLERK:

No report.

Item 31 - REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY:

No report.

Item 32 – Any other business that may come before the committee subsequent to this notice.

There being no further business to discuss, motion by Ald. Smith, second by Ald. Miller, to adjourn at 7:37 p.m..

On voice vote, motion carried.

Recorded by:

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