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BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD

FEBRUARY 17, 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, Baker, Krueger, Kundinger, Nealy, Schilz

 

Excused:           None

 

Also Present:      Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager; William Dineen, Village Attorney; Todd Schmidt, Assistant Village Manager; Ginny Goode, Park and Recreation Director; Chad Hoier, Park and Recreation Supervisor; Steven Rinzel, Chief of Police

 

II.        Pledge of Allegiance

 

III.       Persons Desiring to be Heard

 

None.

 

IV.       Consideration of Minutes:        February 3, 2003 - Regular Meeting

 

It was moved by Trustee Nealy and seconded by Trustee Kundinger to approve the February 3, 2003 regular meeting minutes. The motion carried unanimously, with Trustee Schilz abstaining.

 

V.         Committee Reports

 

A)        Building Board - Trustee Krueger

 

No action required.

 

B)         Beautification Committee – Trustee Nealy

 

No action required. Trustee Nealy reported that a Village-wide clean-up program is scheduled for April 12, 2003.

 

C)        Park and Recreation Committee - Trustee Askew

 

No action required.

 

D)        4th of July Committee - Trustee Krueger

 

No action required.

 

E)         Ad Hoc Pond Committee – Village President Jaberg

 

No action required. President Jaberg reviewed the status of the Village Pond Improvement Project.

 

 

 

 

F)         Traffic and Public Safety - Trustee Nealy

 

1)         Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License Background Checks, Ordinance Modification

 

Trustee Nealy reviewed the proposed ordinance change and discussed the need for the department to run background checks on license applicants. Attorney Dineen indicated that sections in the ordinance which indicate or refer to the legal drinking age should be changed to meet the requirements of the state statutes.

 

It was moved by Trustee Nealy and seconded by Trustee Schilz to approve Ordinance No. 03-01, “In the Matter of Amending Sections 5-1.02, 5-1.03, 5-1.04 and 5-1.05, of Article 1, Chapter V, Volume I of the Village of Brown Deer Village Code pertaining to Class A and B Licensing for Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor,” subject to the final modifications and approval by the Village Attorney with respect to legal drinking age provisions. The motion carried unanimously.

 

G)        Library Board - Trustee Baker

 

No action required. Trustee Baker indicated that patron e-mail addresses are sought to be used for notification purposes.

 

            H)        Community Development Authority - Village President Jaberg

 

No action required.

 

            I)         Plan Commission - Village President Jaberg

 

1)         Design Review – Swim Pond Bathhouse Project

 

Chris Braun, of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates, presented the conceptual plan for the proposed Swim Pond Bathhouse Project, which was recommended for approval by the Plan Commission. He discussed the site layout, amenities and building features. The Village Board discussed various aspects of the building design and potential costs. The role of the Finance and Public Works Committee and the Visioning Process with respect to this project were discussed.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Krueger to approve the design for the Swim Pond Bathhouse and to refer the issue of preparing the construction plans and specifications to the Finance and Public Works Committee. The motion carried unanimously, with President Jaberg abstaining.

 

J)         Finance and Public Works Committee - Trustee Kundinger

 

1)         Finance and Public Works Committee Responsibilities

 

Trustee Kundinger reviewed the proposed changes and modifications to the role and duties of the Finance and Public Works Committee, as set forth in the Village Code. He indicated that the committee would like feedback from the Village Board regarding how they would like the committee to participate in the budget workshop sessions. Discussion ensued regarding the involvement of the citizen members of the Finance and Public Works Committee in the budget process. It was the consensus of the Village Board that citizens be encouraged to attend and participate, however the final decision should remain with the Village Board.

 

2)         Village Hall Server

 

Trustee Kundinger discussed the status of the current Village Hall computer server and need for a replacement system. Discussion ensued regarding the specifications and features of the server.

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve the Village Hall Server replacement project at a cost not to exceed the budgeted amount of $15,000. The motion carried unanimously.

 

3)         Police Department In-Squad Video Cameras/Recorders

 

Chief Rinzel reviewed the in-squad video camera/recorders request. Mr. Van Gompel indicated that this type of system has been requested for the past three years and successfully installed in the squads.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Schilz to approve the purchase of two (2) IVACS, Integrated Computer and Video Systems, from Closed Circuit Innovations of Naperville, IL in the amount of $21,800. The motion carried unanimously.

 

4)         Police Department Video Server – 16 Camera Multiplexer

 

Chief Rinzel reviewed the Digital Video Server – 16 Camera Multiplexer request. He indicated that the storage media costs for this type of system is less expensive and more manageable than the current tape system. He indicated that the multiplexer records the surveillance cameras in the Village Hall / Police Department.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Schilz to authorize the purchase of a digital video recording server, its components and set up, in the amount of $4,900 from Closed Circuit Innovations of Naperville, IL. The motion carried unanimously.

 

5)         Police Department Video Server – Booking and Sally Port

 

Chief Rinzel reviewed the Digital Video Server – Booking & Sally Port request. This system is a continually running/recording system which allows non-stop visual and audio recording.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to authorize the purchase of a digital video recording server, its components and set up, in the amount of $4,950 from Closed Circuit Innovations of Naperville, IL. The motion carried unanimously.

 

6)         Contract Amendment #11 with Ayres Associates to Design the West Bradley Road Sidewalk

 

Trustee Kundinger indicated that Village Staff has worked with Ayres Associates to scale down the scope of the contract amendments.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve Contract Amendment #11 with Ayres Associates to Design the West Bradley Road Sidewalk in the amount not to exceed $9,600. President Jaberg asked that the Finance and Public Works Committee make an effort to publicize the sidewalk installation to residents who may be impacted. Mr. Van Gompel indicated that the impact to residential properties will be minimal. The motion carried unanimously.

 

7)         Contract Amendment #14 with Ayres Associates to Design the West Dean Road Sidewalk

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Krueger to approve Contract Amendment #14 with Ayres Associates to Design the West Dean Road Sidewalk in the amount not to exceed $5,400. Mr. Van Gompel reviewed the proposed layout of the sidewalk. Trustee Kundinger indicated that further clarification by Ayres Association should be provided to the Finance and Public Works committee regarding how this project will be coordinated with other projects in the area. The motion carried unanimously, with Trustee Askew abstaining.

 

8)         Village Hall Paper Folding Machine

 

Trustee Kundinger reported that the staff anticipated that the return on the investment for this machine will be one year.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve the purchase of a Standard model PF-S315 paper folder from Gordon R. Rush, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $3,000. The motion carried 6-1, with Trustee Askew opposed.

 

9)         Consideration of Vouchers

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve for payment Check Numbers 36425 to 36515 and Check Numbers 36560 to 36606 in the amount of $107,018.51; Check Numbers 40009 to 40057 and to ratify for payment, invoices due on or before February 17, 2003, in the amount of $29,553.42, aggregating a total amount of $285,036.09. Mr. Van Gompel reviewed the new layout for the voucher reports which is now provided using the new accounting software. The motion carried 6-1, with Trustee Askew opposed.

 

K)                 Personnel Committee – Trustee Kundinger

 

No action required.

 

L)         Visioning Committee – Village Manager Russell Van Gompel

 

No action required. Mr. Van Gompel indicated that the Community Workshop will be held on March 1, 2003, and the Visioning Committee asked that Village Board members extend invitations to residents and customers. Those who were interested in, but not appointed to, the Visioning Committee will receive invitations to attend the workshop. The Committee has also identified focus groups and will coordinate a citizen survey to gather more information.

 

VI.       Unfinished Business

 

None.

 

VII.      New Business

 

A)        Change of Agent Appointment for Tripoli Country Club

 

It was moved by President Jaberg and seconded by Trustee Schilz to appoint Gavin B. Inglis as Agent for the Class “B” Intoxicating Liquor License and Class “B” Beer License held by Tripoli Country Club. The motion carried unanimously.

 

            B)         Pay Grade Assignments – Community Services Department

 

Mr. Van Gompel reviewed the pay grade assignments for the Assistant Village Manager/Community Services Director and Planning/Zoning Specialist positions. He reviewed the recruitment efforts for the Planning/Specialist positions.

 

It was moved by Trustee Kundinger and seconded by Trustee Nealy to approve the adjustment of the Pay Grade for the Assistant Village Manager position from a Pay Grade 5 to a Pay Grade 6 and to assign the Planning and Zoning Specialist position to a Pay Grade 4. Discussion ensued regarding the status of the positions and the process of implementation of the organizational change. The motion carried 6-0, with President Jaberg abstaining.

VIII.    Village President’s Report

 

President Jaberg reported on the following items:

           

The Brown Deer Chamber of Commerce meeting was held on February 13, 2003.

 

The by-laws of North Shore Fire Department Foundation are being reviewed to allow for donations.

 

The ICC met and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District staff presented information on watershed planning and discussed separation of the combined sewers. A legislative update was provided, including information regarding the recycling fund and enhanced 911. MADACC will be holding their annual meeting next month. Discussion took place regarding the paramedic program being overseen by Milwaukee County.

 

IX.       Village Manager’s Report

 

Mr. Van Gompel reported on the following items:

 

The spring primary election will take place on February 18, 2003, with the Village Hall as the only polling location.

 

Arnie Gutkowski and Tom Teske have been working to correct the timing of the outdoor lighting system at the library.

 

The CDA members received lighting plans for the TIF district.

 

The Village received a decision relating to a union grievance in which the Arbitrator denied and dismissed the grievance in its entirety.

 

X.         Adjournment

 

It was moved by Trustee Schilz and seconded by Trustee Kundinger to adjourn at 10:09 PM.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

 

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Russell Van Gompel, Village Manager

 

 

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