The meeting was called to order by President Jaberg at 7:30 P.M.

Present: Village President Jaberg, Trustees: Baker, Kundinger (8:30), Moranski, Nealy, Schilz, Schneider

Excused: None.

Also Present: Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager; William Dineen, Village Attorney; Todd Schmidt, Assistant Village Manager; Mary Kay Buratto, Community Development Director; Virginia Goode, Park and Recreation Director; Jane Peterson, North Shore Health Department Director; James Buske, Engineering Technician

Kurt Gross (5331 West Glenbrook Road) expressed concerns about drainage piping in the Glenbrook Road and Silverleaf Lane area and opposition to being charged for the installation of piping in his ditch.

Gerald Freidenfeld (9345 North 51st Street) proposed concerns about the use of phones while driving. He asked that the Police Department review the cause of accidents, including the use of cell phones, and to adopt an ordinance to prohibit the use of phones while driving.

Eugene Malloy (8942 North Silver Brook Lane) said that he believes the use of closed session by the Village Board is being abused. He asked that the Village Board consider placement of closed session items earlier in the agenda. Attorney Dineen noted that the closed session meetings are not held at the end of the meeting, however the Village Board comes back into open session prior to the end of the meeting at which public are welcome to be present. He noted that it is common for closed session to be held at the end of the meeting as a service to the residents so they are able to view the regular meeting business at reasonable times. Attorney Dineen added that the reason for frequent closed sessions of the Board is the pending litigation against the Village.

John Gibbs (8542 North 63rd Street) expressed concerns about the placement of closed session at the end of the agenda. Mr. Van Gompel said that he responds to the media after each Village Board meeting to discuss any action taken after a closed session.

It was moved by Trustee Moranski and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve the May 21, 2001 regular meeting minutes. The motion carried unanimously 5-0, with Trustee Schilz abstaining.

1) Landscape Standards

Trustee Schneider discussed the efforts of the Beautification Committee to establish landscape standards for the Village. She reported that existing policies from other communities were researched, and the policy was drafted by staff and recommended for approval by the Beautification Committee.

It was moved by Trustee Schneider and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve the Village of Brown Deer Landscape Standards. Trustee Schilz asked why these standards are not included as part of the Village Code. Mr. Van Gompel noted that adopting the standards as policy as opposed to ordinance provides the Beautification Committee with some flexibility when they consider landscape plans. The standards would be provided to a developer prior to the creation of a landscape plan to inform them of the expectations of the Beautification Committee. Trustee Schilz expressed concern that the standards would not be absolutely enforceable. President Jaberg asked how the decision of the Beautification Committee may be appealed. Discussion continued regarding the enforceability and use of the proposed standards. The motion carried unanimously.

None.

Ms. Goode discussed the Senior Citizen’s Meal Program. She noted that the program application has been reviewed by the School Board and Brown Deer Senior Meal Program Planning Committee.

It was moved by Trustee Moranski and seconded by Trustee Baker to endorse the Senior Citizen’s Meal Program and authorize Village Staff to submit the Brown Deer Senior Meal Program application to the Milwaukee County Department on Aging, pending resolution of issues identified in the memorandum from Virginia Goode dated May 31, 2001. Discussion continued regarding the operation and maintenance of the program. Trustee Schilz asked who would be responsible for resolving the pending issues. President Jaberg indicated that the School District legal counsel should review the agreement. Trustee Schneider asked that the Village Board be apprised of the status of the pending issues. Concerns were raised regarding the size of the facility and number of participants in the program. Ms. Goode noted that daily attendance limits may be set for the program. The motion carried unanimously.

D) Approval of Sidewalk on North 55th Street

Mr. Van Gompel noted that the final sidewalk design is yet to be completed, and that sufficient funds are available to cover the estimated cost of $25,000. Trustee Schilz asked that the Traffic and Public Safety Committee review traffic signage along North 55th Street at the intersection of West Nokomis Road and the entrances to the Dean School parking lot.

The Village President appointed Rose Perkins for a one-year term to the Board of Appeals.

The Village President appointed Trustee Baker to the Library Board.

President Jaberg indicated that she will provide regular reports on meetings of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Council and North Shore Fire Department Board of Directors. She asked Trustee Nealy to make regular reports regarding meetings of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities.

Ms. Buratto introduced the Community Development Department and projects being completed by the department. Mr. Buske discussed the Graphic Information System (GIS) in place in the Village and the capabilities of the system. Ms. Buratto discussed current development projects and the role of the Community Development Department in the development process. 

Mr. Van Gompel suggested that the Village Board consider meeting with a staff member from the Milwaukee County Extension office to discuss options for initiating a strategic planning process and introduce the overall planning process. In addition, Trustee Schneider asked for information from other communities that detail how they have completed strategic planning processes.

Mr. Van Gompel reported that Brisben has refiled their complaint against the Village in federal court. A response has been filed on behalf of the Village by a legal firm appointed by the Village's liability insurance carrier.

Mr. Van Gompel reported that a resident has expressed concerns regarding the removal of "Children Playing" warning signs in the Village. The issue is being researched and will be considered by the Traffic and Public Safety Committee.

It was moved by Trustee Schilz and seconded by Trustee Nealy to adjourn at 9:55 P.M. The motion carried unanimously.

Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager