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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesPROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN OlHKOlH ON THE WATER REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall. Mayor Tower presided. PRESENT: Council Members Jessica King, Tony Palmeri, Burk Tower, Dennis McHugh, Paul Esslinger, Bryan Bain and Mayor Frank Tower ALSO PRESENT: Mark Rohloff, City Manager, Pamela Ubrig, City Clerk, Lynn Lorenson, City Attorney, and Dave Patek, Director of Public Works Council Member King read the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cory Anderson and Molly Merrill from Oshkosh West High School. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Minutes from January 13, 2009 Council Meeting. Approval of Bills Presented by the Finance Director. Approval to UW-O's Department of Kinesiology, Recreation and Wellness Center, the Kinesiology Club, and the Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Recreation Club / Utilize City Streets for 2"d Annual Shamrock Shuffle /March 14, 2009. Approval to Run Away Shoes and Fratello's Restaurant /Utilize City Streets for 2nd Annual Fratello's 5 /March 21, 2009. Approval to Midwest Sports Events /Utilize City Streets for Oshkosh Half Marathon and 5K Race /April 18, 2009. Approval to Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce and Waterfest /Utilize Riverside Park each Thursday from May 21 -August 27, 2009. Receipt and Filing of Museum Board Minutes. Resolution 09-16 Approval to Accept Storm Sewer and Roadway Easements at 1629 Rainbow Drive from Thomas Brinkman, Etal (Plan Commission Recommends Approval). 1 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Resolution 09-17 Approval to Accept Storm Sewer and Roadway Easements at 1423-1425 Rainbow Drive from Timothy Zillges, Etal (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 09-18 Approval to Enter into Agreement with Chamco Inc., for the Sale of Industrial Park Land Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, questioned if the agreements were broad or relating to specific parcels and if they were for a specified period of time. Mayor Tower stated that this provided Chamco to sell industrial park land within the industrial park. Resolution 09-19 Approval to Enter into Agreement with Oshkosh Area Economic Development Corporation for the Sale of Commercial/Business Park Land Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, requested more information be provided regarding the types of vehicles used. Mayor Tower stated that the resolution would be pulled for discussion. Resolution 09-20 Approve Extension of Services Agreement with Oshkosh Area Humane Society, Inc. (Up to $74,395.00) Resolution 09-21 Approval of Agreements for Transportation Services with Winnebago County; Cerebral Palsy of Mideast Wisconsin, Lakeside Packaging Plus, Inc., Red Cross, and Lutheran Homes of Oshkosh Resolution 09-22 Approve Agreements with Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Reconstruction of US Hwy 41: 1) Witzel Avenue / Washburn Street / Koeller Street / Rath Lane $245,200.00 2) Washburn Street /Sidewalk -- $11,000.00 3) Lake Buttes des Morts Drive / US 41 Overpass -- $16,000.00 4) Snell Road / US 41 -- $60,000.00 Tom Miller, 200 Josslyn Street, questioned if this was approval for roundabouts. He stated that roundabouts did not work well and had concerns for what the extra cost would be for installing one. Resolution 09-23 Authorize the filing of Applications for Federal Operating and Capital Assistance, State Operating Assistance, County Transportation Assistance and Non-Profit Grants 2 Resolution 09-24 Approval of Change Order No. 1 /Public Works Contract No. 08-14 / Rlam, Inc. /Asphalt Paving and Storm Sewer (+$10,301.17) PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Resolution 09-25 Distribution of Fisk-Gallup Trust Funds by Health Services Division for Medical Services to Income Qualified Citizens Resolution 09-26 Write off Delinquent Accounts and Uncollectibles; Cancel Outstanding Checks Dick Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, questioned what the total write off was. Mayor Tower stated that the amount to write off was listed in the agenda. Resolution 09-27 Rescind Property Taxes (Thedacare Physicians and BREOF Bank2 Midwest LLC) Resolution 09-28 Approve Initial Resolutions Authorizing Not Exceeding $16,740,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City Of Oshkosh Resolution 09-29 Approve Resolution Directing the Advertisement and Sale of Approximately $16,740,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2009-A, and Approximately $2,975,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2009-B Resolution 09-30 Award Bid to Bruce Municipal Equipment /Rotary Snow Blower for Street Division / $139,770.00 Resolution 09-31 Award Bid to Davies Water and HD Supply Waterworks for Water Utility Materials / $82,123.00 Resolution 09-32 Approval of Class "B" Fermented Malt License, Special Class B License's and Operator's Licenses MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA EXCLUDING RESOLUTIONS 09-18, 09-19, 09-21, 09-22, 09-26 AND 09-28 (Bain; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Resolution 09-18 Approval to Enter into Agreement with Chamco Inc., for the Sale of Industrial Park Land MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Council Member McHugh requested a comparison be available to insure that the cost was 3 comparable with what surrounding municipalities were receiving. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Elizabeth Hartman, CEO of Chamco, stated that Chamco consulted with the City on a regular basis. She stated that they had an analysis of prices with in the Fox Valley region and they were the lowest in price other than Fond du Lac, which was comparable. She stated that they sell an acre of land for $17,500 to $26,000 and other areas were from $40,000 to $60,000. She stated that they were 30-35% below market price. Council Member Tower questioned what the activity had been. Ms. Hartman explained that one of the major sales had been 18 acres to 4lmprint for their expansion due to them outgrowing their current facility. She stated that this would allow for approximately 50 more jobs within the next three years. She explained that in the last three years they had created 140 jobs. She stated that Chamco had helped Pioneer Finishing; they had started with 35 jobs and anticipate at the end of 2009 to have 125 employees. She explained they had helped a local business to obtain a below the market lease rate so that they could continue to stay in business and helped a company relocate to another facility to allow expansion. Council Member Tower stated that it would be helpful in the future to have a summary of what activities had been completed for that year. Ms. Hartman stated that they would certainly provide an analysis of activity. Resolution 09-19 Approval to Enter into Agreement with Oshkosh Area Economic Development Corporation for the Sale of Commercial/Business Park Land MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Council Member McHugh questioned the comparison with surrounding cities and Fox Valley Friends. Rob Kleman, 120 Jackson Street, explained that the office market was different than the industrial market. He stated that the prices were $54,000 to $108,000 per acre which was competitive with surrounding communities. He explained that they were on the lower end; however were close to market rate. Resolution 09-21 Approval of Agreements for Transportation Services with Winnebago County; Cerebral Palsy of Mideast Wisconsin, Lakeside Packaging Plus, Inc., Red Cross, and Lutheran Homes of Oshkosh 4 MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Chris Strong, Transportation Director, explained that those listed in the resolution provided transportation services to help relieve burden off of the transit department. He explained that the services they provide, qualify for state and federal funding and having the partnership with the City allows access to the funds. He stated that the partnership was done with annual contracts. He explained that some of the vehicles used were provided with federal funds and the others were personal vehicles. Resolution 09-22 Approve Agreements with Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Reconstruction of US Hwy 41: 1) Witzel Avenue / Washburn Street / Koeller Street / Rath Lane $245,200.00 2) Washburn Street /Sidewalk -- $11,000.00 3) Lake Buttes des Morts Drive / US 41 Overpass -- $16,000.00 4) Snell Road / US 41 -- $60,000.00 MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) MOTION: AMEND TO ALL SIDEWALKS ON WASHBURN STREET TO BE INSTALLED (THIS WOULD INCLUDE THE 700 FT IN THE TOWN OF ALGOMA; COST OF $2,800.00; SCHEDULED IN THE 2010 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM) (Bain; second, McHugh) CARRIED: Ayes (4) Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain; Noes (3) King, Palmeri, Mayor Tower VOTE ON RESOLUTION AS AMENDED CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Council Member McHugh stated that Green Bay had voted down six roundabouts. He stated that he had received information explaining that there had been in increase in accidents with roundabouts. Mr. Rohloff explained the misconception between roundabouts and traffic circles. He stated that once motorists become accustom to roundabouts the severity of accidents decrease. Mr. Patek stated that educating the public on roundabouts was important. He stated that the local cable television channel had been airing information regarding roundabouts. Council Member McHugh stated that the business district voted the roundabouts down in Green 5 Bay. He stated he had concern regarding the negative effect roundabouts had on businesses. Mr. Patek stated that there had been roundabouts in several business districts. He explained that Neenah, DePere, Sheboygan as well as Green Bay had roundabouts in business districts and had no problems. Mr. Rohloff stated that the Village of Suamico had a roundabout and had no problems. He explained that the accident rate could rise in the fist year and then decrease as motorists become accustomed to how the roundabout worked. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Council Member Esslinger questioned if the City had been given a choice of a roundabout or signals. He requested the Department of Transportation provide public meetings regarding roundabouts. Mr. Patek stated that he recalled the DOT requiring the City construct only a roundabout. He stated that his comprehension was that Council Members comprehended the benefits and voted in favor of the roundabout for Jackson Street and Murdock Avenue. Council Member Esslinger stated that he had questioned if the roundabouts were to be installed no matter what and the answer was yes they would. He questioned if a traffic signal design was available to review. Mr. Patek explained that the DOT studied the benefits of different designs and the roundabout was best suited for the location. He stated that there was a workshop from the DOT to the Council discussing roundabouts. Mr. Rohloff stated that the City had incurred the cost for the right of way. Mr. Patek stated that the City was purchasing the right of way and would receive credit from the DOT in doing so. Tom Buchholz, from the Department of Transportation, explained that there had been several public information meetings held in 2007. He stated that at the meetings the DOT had explained the different locations for the roundabouts and did not hear any negative responses. He stated that the meetings were held at the Winnebago County Highway Department from 5 p.m. -7 p.m. He stated that television news crews and newspapers were present. Council Member Tower stated that he recalled in order to receive state funding a roundabout would need to be placed rather than a signal intersection. Mr. Patek stated that 75% of the cost would be paid for from the State provided a roundabout was installed. He explained that the State did not want to build something and have problems therefore they would not support and funding if the work was not completed to last. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the choice for a traditional intersection was decided would this cause the DOT not to participate in this project. 6 Mr. Patek stated that the DOT was in control of the project and this was their best design. Council Member Palmeri questioned if it would cost more for the City if traditional designs were created and the roundabout was voted down. Mr. Buchholz stated that it would be an additional cost to the City, as the process had began to have designs drawn up. He explained that the City had purchased the right of way and to start over would cost 100's of thousands of dollars. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Council Member Palmeri stated that it would be costly to tax payers of Oshkosh to reverse the plan. Mr. Buchholz stated that it would be costly to the tax payers in the state of Wisconsin. Council Member Esslinger stated that he had voted no prior; however, he would vote in favor this time so a cost would not be added to tax payers. Mr. Patek stated that the right of way acquisition was different for a signal intersection and would impact many properties. Council Member McHugh stated that he had concern with the sidewalk not being all within City limits. Mr. Patek stated that the boundary agreement with the Town of Algoma would begin in 2013. Council Member McHugh questioned who would have the responsibility of shoveling the area that would not have sidewalk. Mr. Patek stated that it would not be shoveled. Council Member McHugh stated that the project should wait until the entire sidewalk could be completed. Mr. Patek explained that the City would receive 80% funding from the DOT to complete the project during that time. Deputy Mayor Bain questioned if it was possible to build the sidewalks now and bill at a later time. Mr. Patek explained that would not be possible, that only worked with utility connections. Deputy Mayor Bain questioned what the cost would be for the 200 feet. 7 Mr. Patek stated that it was $20 per linear foot. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that for public safety he would like to see the sidewalks completed. He questioned if it would be added, if the cost would still remain 80/20. Mr. Buchholz stated that the cost would be the 80/20. It was the decision of the City as how much was to be put in. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that it would make sense to complete the entire sidewalk as long as the City was receiving assistance from the DOT. Mayor Tower questioned if the remaining sidewalk should be brought forward as a separate resolution at a later Council Meeting. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Mr. Rohloff stated that it would be appropriate to bring back. Mayor Tower questioned what the specific distance was that would not be complete. Mr. Buchholz stated that it was 700 feet and with the 20% it would be a cost of $2800. Mayor Tower questioned where the additional funding would come from. Mr. Patek stated that it would be from the CIP fund. Mr. Rohloff stated that it would be from the 2010 CIP funds. Council Member King stated that she understood the intentions to complete the entire sidewalk; however, she thought it would set a dangerous precedence for other areas of the City that had non-contingent sidewalks. She explained that tax dollars were to be spent within that municipality. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that if it were a residential neighborhood he would understand that concept; however, being that it was a commercial area the majority of citizens to benefit would be tax payers. Council Member Esslinger questioned if this was an 80% savings to property owners orjust to the City. Mr. Rohloff stated that the property owners would be billed what the City was billed. He explained that the cost of the 700 feet would be provided by the general tax payers of the whole City. Council Member Esslinger stated that it was a substantial savings to complete with the assistance of the DOT. Council Member King stated that she would support the resolution when there was equal 8 treatment among neighbors. She explained that one property owner would be assessed at 20% and the next property owner would not. Resolution 09-26 Write off Delinquent Accounts and Uncollectibles; Cancel Outstanding Checks MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Council Member McHugh questioned what the $4,500 that Community Development owed was for. Peggy Steeno, Director of Finance, explained the amount was for Wisconsin Central Limited that had never gone through the bank. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Council Member McHugh questioned the delinquency of the parking tickets. He stated that if the ticket was not paid the registration would be suspended. Mrs. Steeno stated that those were outstanding checks and some receivables. Council Member Esslinger stated that Wisconsin Central was bought out by Canadian National. He questioned if Canadian National would be able to demand payment. Mrs. Steeno stated that the check would be reissued. She explained that write-offs were for accounting purposes; however, if anything came up with receivables or checks it would be addressed at that time. Resolution 09-28 Approve Initial Resolutions Authorizing Not Exceeding $16,740,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City Of Oshkosh MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (6) King, Palmeri, Tower, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower; Noes (1) McHugh Council Member McHugh stated that the parking utility fund was negative $500,000 and was going deeper in debt annually. He stated that the parking lot was not in need of construction that to redo it was for esthetic reason. He explained that due to the economy the City should be handling needs and not wants. He stated that there were other parking lots in need of work. He stated that if the 400 parking lot on Main Street was reconstructed it would lose 16 parking stalls and parking spots were a necessity in the downtown area. Council Member Esslinger questioned if the funding for the resolution were funds from acquiring the Westhaven Golf Course. Mr. Rohloff explained the purpose of the resolution was for borrowing for the 2009 CIP. He 9 stated that were no funds in the 2009 budget for acquiring anything. ACTION TAKEN ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ordinance 09-33 Approval of Map Amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Maps Changing the Land Use Designation of Property Green Valley Road, Town of Oshkosh, from Residential to Commercial (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Ordinance 09-34 rroo+o ~n (lrrlinonno +n 411n~n, Tovno"orc +n Dona ioc+ on Gv+oncinn frnm +ho Rnorr! of Do"io~n, fnr I-loorinn 4nnoolc onr! +n Cnonif" +ho Doni iiromon+c ~varc~-v~r-cc~r~av--rvr~z~p~ Dolo+or! +n +ho Drocon+o+inn of G"irlonno o+ Rnorr! of Do"io~n, Drnnoorlinnc WITHDRAWN BY STAFF PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Ordinance 09-35 Amend Ordinance Related to Snow and Ice Removal MOTION: ADOPT (Bain; second, Esslinger) MOTION: AMEND TO REQUIRE THAT SNOW AND ICE BE REMOVED FROM THE SIDEWALK LOCATED ADJACENT TO PREMISES BY NOON OF THE DAY FOLLOWING THE CESSATION OF SNOWFALL OR OTHER PRECIPITATION IN SECTION 25-68 (1) TO REQUIRE THAT SNOW AND ICE BE REMOVED FROM THE SIDEWALK LOCATED ADJACENT TO PREMISES WITHIN 24 HOURS FOLLOWING THE CESSATION OF SNOWFALL OR OTHER PRECIPITATION (Mayor Tower; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Mayor Tower; Noes (1) Bain VOTE ON RESOLUTION AS AMENDED CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, urged Council to amend the ordinance to the 24 hours or a time that was later than noon. Janelle Zukowski, 1708 Beech Street, questioned who requested the change in the ordinance. Mayor Tower stated that staff had evaluated other communities and it had helped to enforce the ordinance. He explained other language was changed to be helpful when handling snow and ice removal. Ms. Zukowski questioned if it had been complaints that encouraged the staff to review changes. 10 Mayor Tower stated that due to problems and complaints from last year as well as this years snow fall a change was needed. Ms. Zukowski questioned the amount of complaints. Mayor Tower stated that the amount of complaints was not accessible. Ms. Zukowski stated that she had not seen anyone at the council meetings with complaints regarding the ordinance. She stated that she was concerned that the new ordinance would affect the noise ordinance as people would be plowing prior to leaving for work. Robert Cornell, 548 West Smith Street, stated that there needed to be more flexibility with the time. He explained handicapped residents should not be penalized when they hire contractors or have family shovel for them. He stated that the fines needed to be larger. He explained that the first offense could be $100; the second $300 and for the third offense, have eight hours of incarceration and shovel sidewalks for community service. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Council Member Esslinger questioned why Public Works made a recommendation to amend the ordinance back to the 24 hours, when it was at their request to make the change to noon. Mayor Tower stated that it was his request. Mr. Rohloff explained that staff believed the noon deadline to be the most effective. He stated that there was a misconception with the noon request. He explained that those property owners that were responsible would not be affected. He stated that currently there was an unknown date or time as to when the snow began or stopped. He explained that Public Works would not be out at 12:01 p.m. looking for sidewalks that were not shoveled. He stated that itwas done on a complaint basis. He stated that other communities had success with the ordinance being at noon. He explained that in the last 10 years there had been no fines issued, only the cost of the contractor for removing the snow. Council Member Esslinger stated that the recommendation had given a mixed signal as to what it was that Public Works wanted. He questioned if it was appropriate to amend or eliminate the ordinance. Ms. Lorenson stated that it needed to be amended due to other language changes within the resolution. Council Member Esslinger questioned the other language changes. Ms. Lorenson explained other changes included language that stated the owner of the property was responsible for shoveling. She stated that currently it was difficult to enforce due to the language. 11 Mr. Patek explained more changes included: if a property owner's sidewalk connected to curb ramp they would be responsible to shovel; additional snow fall would not extend prior snow falls. He stated that last year as of January 21St Public Works had shoveled 340 properties and this year due to continuous snow fall they had shoveled 230 properties. Council Member Esslinger stated that there had been complaints that neighbors had taken snow out of driveways and were pushing across the road onto terraces. Mr. Patek explained that the language had been changed to be specification regarding where snow removal was not to be placed. He stated that there had been 158 warning letters sent to property owners to make them aware that putting snow in the right of way or onto terraces was not allowed. Council Member McHugh questioned if notices had been sent to property owners warning them that a contractor was going to shovel. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Mr. Patek stated that letters had only been sent to those that plowed snow from the driveway into the right of way or onto terraces. He explained that when a complaint was given about a sidewalk not being shoveled, Public Works verifies that the information given was correct and then communicate with the contractor. Council Member McHugh questioned if the snow had not been picked on Main Street and 9t" Avenue. He stated that the perimeter of South Park had not been shoveled in the last three weeks. Mr. Patek stated that the sidewalk by the Miles Kimball project had been closed due to construction. He stated that the area had been barricade. Council Member McHugh stated that there were no barricades and no permit. Mr. Patek stated he was not aware of the South Park condition and he would advise Mr. Stephany to look into it. Council Member McHugh stated that it was the perimeter of South Park and not the sidewalk within the park. Mr. Patek explained there had been a number of complaints regarding that area and that shoveling had been done near South Park and 20t" Avenue. Council Member McHugh stated that there were snow banks four feet high on the 400 block of North Main Street. Mr. Patek stated that all the snow had been picked. He explained that if snow was too close to 12 a feature the grader operator did not remove it, so he would not destroy the feature. He stated that their office had received many compliments on the snow hauling. Council Member McHugh stated that there were hundreds of feet of sidewalk that had one to two feet high snow piles. He questioned if the property owner could shovel the snow into the road to be picked by the snow hauler. Mr. Patek stated that snow had been picked from Fox River to New York Avenue. He stated that the department was doing the best they could with the amount of snow fall this year. He stated that the department could not force property owners to shovel the whole width of the sidewalk. He stated that they needed to shovel the width of a typical sidewalk. Council Member McHugh stated that the code did not say a typical sidewalk. He stated that the code said to shovel the sidewalk. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that a set time was a better option. He stated that he had concerns with what the official stop time of snow fall was. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Mr. Patek stated that the City received their information from the Winnebago County Airport. He explained that they provide a start time and end time for snow fall on every hour of each day. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that the City could be proactive and post official times on the City's website or have a link where a citizen could find out that information. Mr. Patek stated that it would be a good idea to post that and he would contact the IT Department. Mr. Rohloff agreed that the City would need to provide that information if Council chose the 24 hour time frame. Deputy Mayor Bain questioned if the City implemented forfeitures. Mr. Patek stated that letters were only set to property owners that had created problems for snow plowing. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that the City could charge property owners the cost for snow removal and the forfeiture. He questioned if Public Works had a record of property owners that had received letters. He stated that he had no problem with warning letters; however, if the problem would continue he would urge Public Works to implement forfeitures. Mr. Patek stated that the charges could increase according to the code. He stated that the code would allow a charge of $217 for plowing and shoveling. 13 Deputy Mayor Bain questioned if Council had means to set forfeitures and how does the amount of forfeiture get applied. Ms. Lorenson stated that the forfeiture was written for $20 and then all court cost was added to that amount. She stated that the standard amount was $75 plus court cost which then totals $217.50. She stated that the base forfeiture was not a large amount; however, after adding court cost it would bring the amount over $100. Mr. Rohloff stated that he had received numerous suggestions to delay the time from noon. He explained delaying the time would extend the amount of time to be longer than the current 24 hours. Mr. Patek stated that having the deadline time be noon already extended the amount of time from the 24 hour period. Council Member Palmeri stated that the policy should have been changed during spring or fall rather than the height of the season. He stated that he had received e-mails concerning the responsibility of shoveling the curb ramp. He questioned if it would be the responsibility of the property owner to shovel the curb ramp repeatedly, as the ramp continues to be covered by the snow plow. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Mr. Patek apologized for the delay with the change due to the flooding last summer and the record snow fall this winter. He stated that the plows need to continue to plow for safety reasons. Council Member Palmeri questioned if curb ramps would be shoveled on the complaint basis. Mr. Rohloff stated that shoveling of the ramp would be done through a complaint basis. Council Member Palmeri stated that he had received e-mails from citizens urging Council to strengthen the ordinance for safety reasons. He read an e-mail from Gail Panske that had a list of 32 properties that had not been shoveled. Mr. Patek requested a copy of the properties. Council Member McHugh stated that there were properties that had not shoveled at all since winter began. He stated that he felt that the complaint process was not working and administrators needed to do more. He stated that he supported the 24 hour rule. Deputy Mayor Bain questioned if the information regarding the start and stop time of snow falls would be listed on the City's website. Mr. Rohloff stated that the City would provide that information on the web. 14 Resolution 09-36 Approval to Enter into an Agreement with Neighborworks Green Bay to Assist with Neighborhood Improvement Efforts Through Implementation of the Great Neighborhoods Program MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) MOTION: LAYOVER UNTIL FEBRUARY 24, 2009 (Mayor Tower; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, requested a detailed explanation of the resolution. Mayor Tower stated that there had been a workshop regarding changes in the near east neighborhood. He explained that Mr. Kinney and Ms. Kepplinger visited Green Bay and reviewed their process for achieving targeted code enforcements. He stated that Green Bay had achieved their targeted code enforcements within a three year time period. He stated that Neighborworks helped mentor and facilitate towards that direction. He stated that they would create a neighborhood association so there was a more formal structure along with more representation. He stated that they would continue to work with the near east neighborhood. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Mr. Kinney explained that the starting point was to update the City's comprehensive plan from 2005 regarding goals land objectives to promote older neighborhoods in the community. He stated that the plan began to move forward in 2006 with the near east neighborhood. He stated that to be successful residents needed to be more active and involved. He stated that Neighborworks had been in business for over 20 years and had accomplishments that were impressive. He explained some types of things they do: organize neighborhoods to be strong, urge residents to be involved with acquisitions, rehabilitation, home ownership and foreclosure counseling. Noel Halverson, Executive Director of Neighborworks in Green Bay, stated that he had been director for eight years and the business had been active for 27 years. He stated they worked to strengthen and revitalize neighborhoods. He stated that some services they included were housing comprehensive renovation and revitalization, mortgage counseling, foreclosure counseling, home buyer counseling and educating buyers, home equity counseling along with other services related to those topics. He stated that they had an interest with addressing the health of neighborhoods, citizen involvement within the neighborhood to address issues or concerns, code enforcement, crime prevention. He explained it was important to partner with the neighborhood to ensure sustainability and make for a healthier and safer community. Council Member Palmeri questioned the process of how to begin a neighborhood association. 15 Mr. Halverson explained that their process would begin with developing staffing capacity in Oshkosh to work with community volunteers. He stated that they would call neighborhood meetings and provide that information by dropping flyers to residences. He stated that there would be an organizing meeting to seek leaders within the community and create a Board of Neighborhood Association. He explained that they would continue this process from all angles until they received significant involvement. Council Member Palmeri questioned if Neighborworks would invite all interested parties. Mr. Halverson stated that it was important to involve all parties. He stated that in Green Bay they had partnered with the local government, the business community and the residents. He stated that to be successful they would meet with local lenders, local realtors and staff to receive the history and concerns within the neighborhood. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the role of Neighborworks was to facilitate or take sides. Mr. Halverson stated that their role was to facilitate, to work with each person involved. He stated that they would form organized groups to provide productive dialog. Council Member Palmeri questioned if Neighborworks had met the near east steering committee. Mr. Halverson stated that they had not met. He stated that if Council approved, the first step would be to move forward in that direction. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Council Member Palmeri questioned if the resolution was approved would the agreement be approved as well. Mr. Kinney stated that yes the agreement would be approved. He stated that the agreement was inadvertently left off of the resolution and that was why it had been provided prior to the meeting. He explained that the information in the agreement was information that was provided to Council at the January 13t" meeting. Council Member Palmeri questioned what the $100,000 cost from the City was for and if it was for administrative salaries. Mr. Kinney stated that it would be used to establish an office in the community and $80,000 to cover office costs. Council Member Palmeri stated that his frustration regarding the use of CDBG funds for administrative costs. He stated that those funds were to be used for neighborhood rehabilitation efforts. Mr. Kinney stated that Community Development viewed the funds as programmatic money and 16 not for administrative costs. He explained that administrative costs were covered under City staff developing the program. He stated that Neighborworks would work with the near east neighborhood and then the next neighborhood and within the central part of the City. He stated that there was hope to receive funding from Oshkosh Community Foundation along with donors. He explained that Neighborworks was affiliated with the National Neighborworks Organization and had experience with fund raising. Council Member Tower stated that there should have been a workshop containing information pertaining to all aspects of the program. He stated he had concerns for what the projected budget would be. He questioned if both resolutions (Neighborworks and HUD program) needed to pass to make the other move forward. Mr. Kinney stated that they were separate resolutions and one did not need the other. Council Member Tower stated that he would like the workshop to include more information. He questioned what the future was for the near east neighborhood and if the program would be permanent. He stated that there was a tie between the two resolutions. Mr. Kinney stated that there would be an advantage to approve both resolutions. He stated that the program would be in operation as long as there were funds available. Council Member McHugh stated that he would urge Council to have a workshop. Council Member Esslinger stated that he had concerns and would request a workshop. He urged to have all interested parties included in the workshop. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Council Member King stated that there had been public meetings regarding Neighborworks. She stated that she had attended three that were held at a bank, with various community members. She stated that it was beneficial to have a partnership due to Community Development being overworked. She explained that the resolution needed to be approved in a timely manner due the deadlines on applications for funds. She stated that she would support the resolution. Council Member Palmeri questioned what applications. Council Member King stated that there had been a March 1St deadline for the application. Mr. Kinney explained the neighborhood stabilization funds become available March 1St Council Member Palmeri stated that HUD funds must be utilized by the grantees within 18 months of receipt. Council Member King stated that funds were received through applications. 17 Mayor Tower stated that he would support to table the resolution. He explained that the sustainability workshop could be moved to the February 24t" meeting and move the Neighborworks workshop to the February 10t" meeting. Council Member Esslinger stated that all interested parties should be invited to attend. Council Member Tower questioned how inner related the two resolutions were. Mr. Kinney explained that properties that would be acquired were properties that Neighborworks would work with. Mr. Rohloff stated that Neighborworks was one option and HUD would be another. Resolution 09-37 Approval for Department of Community Development to Acquire Properties Foreclosed on by the Department of Housing and Urban Development through the $1 Home Program and Subsequent Disposition of Properties to Qualified Buyers MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) MOTION: LAYOVER UNTIL FEBRUARY 24, 2009 (Mayor Tower; second, Esslinger) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, urged the Council to approve the program. He stated that he had investigated concerns he had and was advised that it was beneficial for the City to obtain foreclosed properties. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Kevin Dawson, 540 Otter Avenue, stated that he was representing the Winnebago Apartment Association. He urged Council to layover the resolution. He stated that he had a meeting with Community Development to keep an open line of communication with them; however, he was not informed of the resolution. He urged Community Development to keep the lines of communication open in the future. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the Winnebago Apartment Association had been contacted by staff regarding the near east neighborhood. Mr. Dawson stated that as a property owner in that area he had been contacted but not the Association. He questioned why the association had not been contacted since they were a local organization trying to better neighborhoods. Paul Redemann, 3676 Hickory Ridge Road, stated that he owned property in the City of 18 Oshkosh and had been in real estate for 35 years. He stated that having the City purchase homes for $1 would affect those in the real estate business and investors. He stated that to purchase the homes would be a cost to tax payers, not including the loss HUD would take. He questioned the City's intent and stated that he had concerns with the program. He urged the Council to layover the resolution. Don Lord, 743 West 10t" Avenue, stated that there was a deficit of $1.4 million dollars in foreclosure property. Polly Briley, 1249 Merritt Avenue, stated that she had been involved with HUD as a real estate agent. She explained municipalities had a one week opportunity to purchase properties for $1. She explained to purchase the homes was beneficial to the City. Patricia Definer, 318 Church Avenue, questioned why homes were being sold when they should be condemned. She questioned if the City would be responsible if someone was hurt on the property. Jeff Wicinsky, 6529 Lasley Shore, Winneconne, stated that he was the president of the Apartment Association. He stated that he was concerned with the lack of information and urged the Council to layover. He stated that he would like an open line of communication between the City and the Association. Tom Ekvall, 1247 Jackson Street, stated that he was eager to have neighbors after the home next to him has been vacant for two years. Steve Hoopman, 5105 I Ah May Tah Road, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity, stated that he had been in contact with the City regarding the use of or reuse of $1 homes. He explained that generally Habitat for Humanity built new homes. He stated that due to lack of funding they would be interested in rehabilitation and then they would be able to handle larger homes. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Robert Cornell, 548 West Smith Avenue, stated that he had mixed emotions with the City being involved with residential properties. He stated that the tax payers would be the ones that pick up the remaining cost. He urged Council to review all of the options and gather more information. Mayor Tower stated that the Council had no control over what and when the newspaper printed articles. Council Member Palmeri stated that in the September 2008 the Council created a task force to review the positives and negatives of the near east program. Mayor Tower explained the task force was created to review all inspections and at that time there was challenges in the near east neighborhood. 19 Council Member Palmeri questioned where on the memo it listed that there was one week turn a round time. He stated that the first time he had heard of the turnaround time was when Ms. Briley spoke of it. Susan Kepplinger, Planning Services, stated that Ms. Briley's statement was accurate. Council Member Palmeri stated he would like to have more information provided at a workshop. Council Member Tower stated that he would like to have a summary of what the City had to gain from purchasing the homes. Mr. Kinney stated that the resolution would streamline the process to purchase homes. Council Member Tower questioned where the funds would come from for the responsibility of maintaining the properties and if tax payer dollars would be used. Mr. Kinney stated that homes would be purchased as long as there were grant dollars funds and no city tax payer's dollars would be used. He explained there was criteria to review to allow for funds. Council Member Tower questioned the number of properties that would be purchased. Mr. Kinney stated that there maybe three purchased annually. He explained that Mr. Wicinsky had been contacted by the Director of Inspections to be involved in a Special Codes Committee. Resolution 09-38 Establish 2009 Storm Water Utility Rate to $62.92/ERU MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) CARRIED: Ayes (7) King, Palmeri, Tower, McHugh, Esslinger, Bain, Mayor Tower Council Member McHugh questioned what the average household rate was last year as compared to the current average. Mr. Rohloff stated that water rates had not been changed since 2006. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Mrs. Steeno explained that as of January 2006 rate were $48.08. Council Member McHugh stated that with the increase the current rate would be $62.92. Council Member Esslinger questioned if it was appropriate to increase rates prior to receiving federal funds. Mr. Rohloff explained that the rates would offset future increases if federal funding was received. He stated that federal funds were not a sure thing as of now. 20 Council Member Esslinger stated that $62.92 would meet current needs and the timeline for federal funding was unknown. Council Member Palmeri state that he had forwarded an a-mail to Mr. Patek regarding how to receive credit on water bills if you owned property on the water front. He stated that the gentleman that wrote the e-mail had listed fees that were required to investigate if a property owner was qualified for the credit. Mr. Patek explained that credit was given to commercial or industrial properties that were adjacent to Lake Winnebago or Fox River. He stated that the Storm Water Commission had considered expanding that to include residential homes along those bodies of water, where the property may drain into the waterway rather than into the street or storm sewer. He stated that the Commission has not had time to review the credit due to other important and timely topics that needed to be discussed. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the Storm Water Commission meetings were open to the public. Mr. Patek stated that they were open and posted meetings. Council Member Palmeri questioned if there were fees involved to qualify for the credit. Mr. Patek stated that there was not a policy in place; however, it was in the process of being completed. Resolution 09-39 Approval of Leach Amphitheater Rental Fees (Park Board Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Esslinger; second, Bain) MOTION: LAYOVER UNTIL FEBRUARY 10, 2009 (Palmeri; second, Esslinger) LOST: Ayes (3) Palmeri, McHugh, Esslinger; Noes (4) King, Tower, Bain, Mayor Tower VOTE ON ORIGINAL RESOLUTION CARRIED: Ayes (4) King, Tower, Bain, Mayor Tower; Noes (3) Palmer, McHugh, Esslinger PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2OO9 Robert Cornell, 548 West Smith Avenue, stated that he was uncomfortable with the City being intervened with business aspects. Mayor Tower questioned what the cost would be for the Community Band. Tom Stephany, Parks Director, stated that the fee would be a "minimal use" fee. Council Member Palmeri stated that he was disappointed with the fees. He stated that the 21 problem with PMI was that they were priced to high and the fees listed were comparable to what PMI had. He stated that he would urge more research to be compared with other municipalities that rented amphitheatres. He explained that many Cities' charge resident and non-resident fees. He stated that the non profit charge of $1,500 per day which was the same charge for Waterfest. He explained that several non profits would either charge a small fee or no entry fee therefore they should be charged less. Mr. Stephany stated that he had already started to book for the use of the Leach Amphitheatre. He stated that the prior fees had worked and Waterfest was able to handle the $1,500 fee. He stated that he reviewed local municipalities and their fees. Council Member Palmeri stated that the Leach Amphitheatre was a gift and non profits would not be able to afford the $1,500 fee. Mr. Stephany explained that each rental group would be reviewed to determine a cost. He explained that the categories he had listed were for a base. Mr. Rohloff stated that the categories needed to be explained with more detail. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the fee of $1,000 for a wedding was considered to be fair. He stated that he thought the fee was excessive. He stated that PMI had many inquiries for weddings; however, not many booked due to the fee. Mr. Stephany stated that the party that booked the wedding thought the fee was reasonable. He stated that the gazebo could be rented fora $100 fee and that the prices were a base for negotiations. Council Member Palmeri questioned if it was a possibility to charge for resident and non- resident fee. Mr. Stephany stated that the Parks Department did not charge an extra fee for non-residents at the golf course. Council Member Palmeri stated that the Amphitheatre had been a gift to the City. He explained that he thought the residents were going to have full use of the facility. He stated that it was going into the fourth year and was not getting much use due to the excessive fees. Mr. Rohloff stated that the $1,000 fee for weddings was reasonable. He explained that the Convention Centre was charging $1,300 for receptions. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Council Member Tower stated that the fees needed to be public. He explained that the Leach Amphitheatre was not a total gift to the City. He stated that City paid more than half of the cost for construction and has annual operating costs. He stated that the $1,000 fee for weddings was not excessive. He stated that there were other alternatives in the City at a higher cost. He stated it was important to move forward with the fees and evaluate the use after one year. 22 Council Member Esslinger stated that it was a gift and the City's portion of the gift was $250,000 in debt. He stated that it had never been close to a profit and it never would. He stated that PMI's fees were outrageous and some fees were now lower. He urged the Parks Department to review other venues. Council Member McHugh questioned the $25 set up charge. Mr. Stephany stated that the charge was $25 per hour for set up. Council Member McHugh questioned the number of staff to work an event. Mr. Stephany stated that it would be determined per event. He explained for Waterfest there would be a manager, a supervisor for each concession stand and two as restroom attendants. Council Member McHugh questioned if the part time help would be replaced with a full time employee. Mr. Stephany stated that no full time employee would be used. Council Member McHugh stated that Mr. Stephany had indicated once that his goal was to have free events and now there were charges for services. He stated that $1,000 fee was too costly. He stated that it would be unlikely to book a wedding for that amount. He questioned how expenses would be met. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that the Leach had made a positive impact to the City. He stated that most citizens had wanted it to be utilized more. He urged Council to allow the fees for a year and review it again at that time. Council Member King questioned why the commercial and non profit charge was the same. Mr. Stephany stated that commercial use would never be minimal use. He stated that private and commercial would require more time and more services. Council Member King stated that she was opposed to the amendment. She questioned if a family reunion would fall into the non profit category. Mr. Stephany stated that each rental would be reviewed as to what services they would need. He stated that after one year they would have a better idea regarding what to charge for fees and adjustments would be completed then. He explained that he had spoke with WPS to have separate readings for each building which would help to identify the expense for each use which would help determine what to charge. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Council Member King stated that she would like a customer evaluation to be completed for each rental. She urged an exhibit to be displayed to identify what spaces were available. She stated that citizen may be intimidated with the $1,000 fee. 23 Mr. Stephany stated that he would have renters complete a survey. Council Member Palmeri stated that there were mixed feeling within the community as who should manage the Leach. He stated that a positive for public management was then the public had the opportunity to ask questions when the option did not exist when it was ran privately. CITIZEN STATEMENTS Dan Lynch, 310 South Eagle Street, urged Council to ban smoking in all places of employment, in cars when children were present and in publically supported homes. Richard Breaker, 930 Alpine Court, urged Council to ask a lot of questions at the workshop regarding NeighborWorks. Robert Cornell, 548 West Smith Avenue, stated that 1 /3 of funding for the Seniors Center was through donations. He urged everyone listening to join the Friends of the Oshkosh Seniors Center. Jon Knox, 219A West 19t" Avenue, stated his concern for the quality of City services due to the decrease in jobs. He stated that streamlining jobs took away the opportunity of critical thinking. He stated that it was a privilege as well as a responsibility when owning property. He stated that the priority of people should be first. Patricia Definer, 318 Church Avenue, welcomed everyone to join the Polar Plunge. She stated that she was participating in honor of the troops. COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS, $TATEMENTS AND DISCUSSION Council Member Palmeri stated that in the term sheet it was stated for an extension it would need to be approved per the City/RDA. He questioned how that statement was interpreted that the City Manager would allow for extensions. Mayor Tower stated that the RDA did not vote that it was presented to them as a courtesy. Council Member Palmeri questioned if it was meant to be interpreted as City Manager why was that not written instead of City. Ms. Lorenson explained that the State Statutes allow Council to administer legislative functions, general ordinances and resolutions and the City Manager administers executive and administrative services. She stated that this was within the term sheet approved by Council and it was an administrative service. She stated that if a request came forward beyond the two 30 day extensions it would come before Council. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Mr. Rohloff stated that he went to the City Attorney to verify that it was within his power to accept or deny the request. 24 Council Member Palmeri stated that he had watched the RDA and what had been brought before them was different then what the Council had approved therefore changes to the project would all under legislative which would need Council approval. Ms. Lorenson stated that if there was a change in what had been approved by Council it would come before Council for approval. Council Member Palmeri urged citizens to review the RDA meeting. He stated that there was a change in the project than what had been discussed for the past couple of years. Ms. Lorenson explained that approving the extension did not approve change to the project. Mr. Rohloff explained the due diligence allowed for the developer to review all aspects of the project and choose if they want to pursue or not. He stated that at this point they were under no obligation. He stated that they had explained that they were receiving more interest with retail however; they were not dismissing office space. Council Member Palmeri explained that if the project was changed as to what was to be constructed it was not fair to other developers that may have an interest in retail rather than office space. Mr. Rohloff stated that Council would determine that if the project changed then open it up to other developers. He explained that changes in the final agreement would need approval of Council. Mr. Kinney stated that the land use was still a mixed use project. He stated that the project had not changed. Council Member Esslinger stated that he too had heard of the changes in the project. He questioned what the developer had brought forward to request an extension. Mr. Rohloff stated that the developer had been working on the project therefore due diligence was granted. He explained if there had been changes in the project it would have went before Council. Council Member Esslinger questioned if the developers had inquiries regarding the waterfront. Mr. Rohloff stated that there was a misinterpretation of what the developers explained. He stated that they had explained there had been more of an interest in retail; however, they were still pursuing office space and residential. Council Member Esslinger questioned if the valuation the developer was to produce was $26 million. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 Mr. Rohloff stated that the developer thought the target amount was doable. He explained with 25 retail they may get more valuation up front which would be beneficial to the City. Council Member Esslinger stated that the parcel north of Marion Road was the parcel of interest. He stated that there was not much for businesses development. He stated that if that parcel was removed they would never produce $26 million. Mr. Rohloff stated that the developer was working on due diligence and nothing was removed from the project. He explained there had been interest regarding a restaurant and potential office space. He stated that there was not enough to develop two separate office buildings so they would develop one building at a time. He stated that the developer can pursue all potentials and if there were changes it would be brought before the Council. Council Member Esslinger stated that Mr. Rohloff should have requested direction from the Council with the decision regarding the due diligence. Mr. Rohloff stated that he had provided a memo to Council. Council Member Esslinger stated that the memo announced that due diligence was granted. He stated that it would have been best to receive Council comments prior to granting the request. Mr. Rohloff stated that he believed it was within his role and responsibility to allow the request. Ms. Lorenson explained that it was the City Manager's interpretation if the developer was diligently pursuing the project and they were. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that due diligence allowed for exploring other options for the development. He stated that he was troubled that Council Members were chastising the developer for being transparent and staying in contact with the City. He stated that with that type of attitude the City would never receive what they were hoping for in the development of that property. He stated that he was disappointed with the reaction of Council Members. Council Member Esslinger questioned who was chastising the developer. Deputy Mayor Bain explained that the route the discussion had gone from the interpretation of the City/RDA and how the process of due diligence worked. He stated that the Council needed to allow the developer to work through their due diligence. Council Member Esslinger stated that the property had been removed from the tax role six years ago. He stated that he had seen a substantial change in the direction of the project. He stated that he was not chastising. Deputy Mayor Bain stated that to allow any change in the term sheet would be brought before Council. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL -JANUARY 27, 2009 26 Council Member King stated that there had been a precedence set that the City Manager represented himself as the City. She stated that had the City Manager thought he needed support with his decision he would have went to the RDA. She stated due diligence allowed for research and the developers had been transparent as to what interests they had encountered. Council Member Palmeri stated that in the future it should be written as City Managerwhen that was the intent. He stated that he thought the discussion had been appropriate. Mayor Tower stated that the Neighborworks workshop would follow the February 10t" meeting and the sustainability workshop would follow the February 24t" meeting. MOTION: ADJOURN (Esslinger; second, Bain) CARRIED: VOICE VOTE The meeting adjourned at 10:32 p.m. PAMELA R. UBRIG CITY CLERK 27