BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD

AUGUST 4, 2003 MEETING MINUTES

HELD AT THE BROWN DEER VILLAGE HALL

4800 WEST GREEN BROOK DRIVE

 

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

 

I.          Roll Call

 

Present:            Village President Jaberg, Trustees: Askew, Krueger, Kundinger, Nealy, Schilz

 

Excused:           Trustee Baker

 

Also Present:    Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager; William Dineen, Village Attorney; Andy Pederson, Assistant Village Manager/Community Services Director; Ginny Goode, Park and Recreation Director; Chad Hoier, Park and Recreation Superintendent; Peg Duehring, Park and Recreation Administrative Assistant

 

II.        Pledge of Allegiance

 

III.       Persons Desiring to be Heard

 

John Gibbs, 8542 North 63rd Street, inquired about the duties and responsibilities of Village Board members.  Mr. Gibbs inquired whether the distribution of candy in the parade was a role or responsibility of a Village Board member and questioned who is liable for distribution of said candy.

 

Karen Gosse, 6559 West Pierner Place, spoke to the issue of distributing candy in the parade and stated that she did not see the harm in the distribution of candy as other organizations and communities.

 

Helen Witte, 5836 West Green Brook Drive, provided historical background on the issue.  Ms. Witte reviewed several issues pertaining to why candy should not be distributed during the parade.

 

IV.       Consideration of Minutes:     July 15, 2003 - Goal Setting Workshop

July 21, 2003 - Regular Meeting

 

It was moved by Trustee Nealy and seconded by Trustee Schilz to approve the July 15, 2003 goal setting workshop minutes. The motion carried unanimously.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Krueger to approve the July 21, 2003 regular meeting minutes. The motion carried unanimously, (Trustee Askew abstained).

 

V.         Unfinished Business

 

None.

 

VI.       New Business

 

A)        Ordinance No. 03-, “In the Matter of Repealing and Recreating Chapter II, Article 14, “Fourth of July Committee”

 

Trustee Krueger reviewed the proposed Ordinance and stated that the 4th of July Committee has reviewed and approved the proposed Ordinance.  Trustee Krueger also reviewed the Committee’s 4th of July operating procedures.  Ms. Goode discussed the composition of the Committee.  Trustee Schilz inquired about the intent of the proposed changes.  Trustee Krueger stated that one reason for the changes was greater flexibility to perform the responsibilities of the Committee.  Trustee Kundinger inquired about how the Board is kept abreast of issues and communications from the Committee.  President Jaberg stated that the fact that a Trustee will serve on the Committee will assist in providing that communication linkage.  The Board discussed the possibility of tabling the Ordinance given the fact that the next issue on the agenda also dealt with the 4th of July.

 

It was moved by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Schilz to table Ordinance No. 03-, “In the Matter of Repealing and Recreating Chapter II, Article 14, “Fourth of July Committee” to the August 18, 2003, meeting.  The motion carried five to one, (President Jaberg opposed).

 

B)        Distribution of Candy and Other Materials Along the Fourth of July Parade Route.

 

Trustee Krueger reviewed background information and 4th of July Committee discussion regarding this issue.  Trustee Krueger stated that with one exception, the 4th of July Committee expressed support for not distributing candy in the parade.  Trustee Schilz stated that placing restrictions on parades reduces the fun of the event.  Trustee Schilz reviewed a policy from another community in California, citing in part the restriction of throwing materials from vehicles but permitting pedestrians to distribute candy through handing it out.  President Jaberg discussed the balance between potential liabilities and ability to maintain the fun of the event.

 

President Jaberg suggested that the matter be referred to the Traffic and Public Safety Committee to address the matter of distribution of materials in all parades.  Trustee Kundinger discussed the need to encourage participation and maintain the quality of the community event.  Trustee Nealy inquired about potential safety issues and what issues should be considered in the decision making process.  Mr. Dineen stated that the Committee and Board should balance the risks of safety with maintaining the quality and interaction of the community event.  Mr. Van Gompel reviewed the current Ordinance with regard to parade safety issues.

 

It was moved by President Jaberg and seconded by Trustee Kundinger to refer the distribution of candy along parade routes to the Traffic and Public Safety Committee.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

C)        Resolution No. 03-, “In the Matter of Furnishing Water to Allen W. Williams, Jr., 8550 North Green Bay Court, River Hills, WI”

 

Mr. Van Gompel stated that he would like additional time to review the proposed fees and charges in Exhibit A and B and requested an additional two weeks for review and consideration.  The Board concurred.

 

D)        Schedule a Public Hearing for 2003 Community Development Block Grant Additional Funding and Reprogramming of Previously Allocated Funds.

 

Mr. Pederson reviewed the proposal.  Mr. Van Gompel distributed the proposals received for the multi-jurisdictional study for joint court, jail, and dispatch facilities or operations. 

 

It was moved by President Jaberg and seconded by Trustee Krueger to schedule a Public Hearing on August 18, 2003, for 2003 Community Development Block Grant Additional Funding and Reprogramming of Previously Allocated Funds.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

VII.      Department Report – Park and Recreation Department

 

Ginny Goode, Park and Recreation Director, presented information on the highlights and accomplishments, department responsibilities, and program enrollments within the department.

 

VIII.    Village President's Report

 

President Jaberg stated she did not have anything to report.

 

IX.       Village Manager's Report

 

Mr. Van Gompel stated he did not have anything to report:

 

X.         Recess into Closed Session pursuant to 19.85 (1)(g) Wisconsin Statutes

 

It was moved by Village President Jaberg and seconded by Trustee Nealy to recess into Closed Session.  The motion carried unanimously at 8:55 P.M.

 

XI.       Reconvene into Open Session for Possible Action on Closed Session Deliberations

 

It was moved by Trustee Schilz and seconded by Trustee Kundinger to reconvene into Open Session.  The motion carried unanimously at 9:24 p.m. 

 

It was moved by Trustee Schilz and seconded by Trustee Kundinger to adjourn.  The motion carried unanimously at 9:25 P.M.

 

 

 

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Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager

 

 

 

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