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May 19, 2010 Monthly Meeting Minutes
TOWN OF MILTON
TOWN BOARD MEETING
May 19, 2010
Chairperson Platteter called the meeting to order at the Milton Town Hall at 7:32 p.m. with all board members present except Supervisor Dienger. Also present were 4 community members.
Informal Public Comment: None.
Bills: Bills were presented. Motion to pay bills by Supervisor Bagniewski; seconded by Chairperson Platteter. (motion passed).
Approval of Minutes: Clerk Engel had posted on the website in advance the minutes from the April 21, 2010 meeting. Motion to approve the minutes by Supervisor Bagniewski; seconded by Chairperson Platteter. (motion passed).
Other Business:
• First Responders Request for Donations: John Losinski reported on his research of the equipment needs for the First Responders. The Fountain City First Responders Unit has roughly 20 members. They have the following equipment needs:
o Pagers: need 12 pagers; cost per pager is around $425 each
o Two-way radios: need 4 radios; cost per radio is between $1,200 and $1,700 each. They have held off on purchasing these radios because they may not be compatible with the Buffalo County system, once that is upgraded. This is why there is $14,000 in their savings account—because they’ve held off purchasing radios until they see what is or is not compatible with the Buffalo County system
o Complete Individual 1st Aid Packs: need 14 packs; cost is $100 to $150 each
o Pulse Oximeter: need 4; cost is $150 each
o Automatic Emergency Defibrillator (AED): they currently only have 1 that works and need two more; cost is $1,650 new or $1,200 re-conditioned. The pads alone cost around $170 and those are one-time use only. This is very important because this is a life-saving device and was recently used to save a life
o Replacement Equipment: In addition to the above needs, there is an ongoing need to replace consumable supplied that are used in rescues.
John reviewed records for a few months and saw that the Town of Cross and City of Fountain City both donated $500 to the First Responders during that time period; however, this does not reflect the entire years’ donations. Further, they know that they do not qualify for grant funding for this equipment. All present agreed that the First Responders provide a very valuable service. Because Supervisor Dienger was not present, Supervisor Bagniewski moved to table the matter until the entire Board could be present to consider it. Chairperson Platteter seconded the motion (motion passed).
• Roadwork:
o Lover’s Lane Update: The gate location has been marked off and we found out what signage needs to be posted (an 18 x 18” red sign with 9 red reflectors. We are simply waiting for Bob Cisewski to purchase the gates, after which Paul Duellman will install them.
o Waumandee Creek Road Project: We received the Prevailing Wage Rate information. Clerk Engel will draft a bid solicitation proposal for review and approval by Chairperson Platteter.
o Badger & Willow Road: The full Board did not have a chance to view the tree that is potentially obstructing the view of people existing Willow and turning onto Badger. The Board with view and measure the area before the next meeting and, if there are problems of infringement on road right-of-way, speak with the property owner.
o Other: There is a dead tree on Waumandee Creek Road near Genos Drive that needs to be attended to. Paul Duellman will handle.
• Alcohol/Operator’s Licenses:
o Business Continuation Ordinance: All current liquor license holders were sent letters on April 22, 2010 enclosing a sample Business Continuation Ordinance and notifying them that this Ordinance would be discussed at the May 19, 2010 meeting. None of those persons were present at the meeting. Extensive discussion was had on the terms of the Ordinance. Upon a motion by Chairperson Platteter and second by Eugene Bagniewski, the Board voted to enact the Business Continuation Ordinance with the following terms: require that the business be open a portion of 14 days during the regular licensing period (July 1st through June 30th) and licensee must hold a valid Seller’s Permit. This Ordinance will go into effect immediately and will govern the issuance of licenses for the 2010-2011 licensing period and thereafter.
o Fees for Alcohol and Beer Licenses: For many years the Town has only been charging $500 for the combined on-sale alcohol/beer license. Legally, the Town could be charging $500 for the alcohol license and another $100 for the beer license. This would result in $300 in potential additional revenue. Because of the economy and increased fees for Operator’s License background checks, the Board was reluctant to impose additional fees for the upcoming license period. Upon a motion by Supervisor Bagniewski and second by Chairperson Platteter, the Board voted to charge the allowed fees of $500 for the alcohol license and another $100 for the beer license starting with the 2011-2012 licensing period.
o Operator’s License Applications: The Board was presented with applications and background checks for three Operator’s License applicants: Rachel Moen, William Borchert and Toni Mueller. Chairperson Platteter moved to grant the licenses to these individuals and Supervisor Bagniewski seconded the motion (motion passed).
• Appointment of Assessor: Our current assessor, Eric Kleven, provided us with a proposed contract after the Board of Review. His fees are the same as last year. Supervisor Bagniewski moved to appoint Eric Kleven as the assessor and approve the proposed contract. Chairperson Platteter seconded the motion (motion passed).
• Other Issues:
o Election Worker Correction: Supervisors Dienger and Bagniewski reviewed the minutes from last year and verified that the Board moved to increase election worker pay to $9.00. Clerk Engel was instructed to implement this increase at the next election.
o Prairie Moon Property Insurance: Clerk Engel received a renewal request for the Prairie Moon Museum. The renewal requires us to list all statutes/outdoor objects separately with a value. New statutes have been added recently and need to be listed. Clerk Engel asked for direction as to how to obtain that value. Suggestions included contacting Marge Kammueller, the Kohler Foundation and the insurer. Clerk Engel will follow-up on those suggestions.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Supervisor Bagniewski and seconded by Chairperson Platteter. (motion passed).
Meeting adjourned 8:30 p.m.
Submitted by Kalene Engel, Town Clerk
Archive:
January 18, 2012 Town Board Meeting
December 21, 2011 Town Board Meeting
November 16, 2011 Town Board Meeting
November 16, 2011 Budget Meeting and Special Town Meeting RE: Tax Levy
October 19, 2011 Town Board Meeting
September 21, 2011 Town Board Meeting
August 17, 2011 Town Board Meeting
July 20, 2011 Town Board Meeting
June 15, 2011 Town Board Meeting
May 18, 2011 Town Board Meeting