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HomeMy WebLinkAbout_MinutesPCC ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL CO,W ITY OF SHKOSH ISCONSIN A23,2016 UGUST REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall. Mayor Cummings presided. PRESENT: Council Members, Tom Pech Jr., Lori Palmeri, Steven Herman, Deb Allison- Aasby, Caroline Panske, Benjamin Stepanek, and Mayor Steve Cummings ALSO PRESENT: Mark Rohloff, City Manager; Angela Joeckel, Deputy City Clerk; Lynn Lorenson, City Attorney; and James Rabe, Director of Public Works Council Member Pech read the Invocation. CSC ITIZEN TATEMENTS TO OUNCIL There were no citizen statements to Council. P RESENTATIONS Joe Ferlo, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Oshkosh Opera House Foundation, presented a video clip of upcoming performances for the 2016-2017 season at the Grand Opera House. He explained there were 103 public events scheduled for the season. Jason White, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation, explained GO-EDC’s focus was to create a collaborative, outcome based organization for the greater Oshkosh community. He stated GO-EDC was a public/private model that had brought numerous organizations together. He explained two thirds of the company’s funding came from non-governmental sources and one third of the funding came from different governmental sources. He explained the public/private structure allowed for businesses and service providers to connect to facilitate growth. He stated their focus areas were providing support to existing and leading employers in the community through a business retention and expansion program, responding to requests for new business recruitment, promoting and managing 1 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST development in Oshkosh’s business, aviation, and industrial parks, downtown Oshkosh redevelopment, and providing tools to help businesses start and grow. He explained GO-EDC would continue to work on the redevelopment of the City’s core by working closely with the City and private developers. He stated they had also been collaborating with the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, the United Way, and the Regional Point Council. Audra Hoy, Director of Business and Economic Development at GO-EDC, explained the Industrial Development Committee helped GO-EDC by maintaining covenants, setting standards, and attracting developers to the business, industrial, and aviation parks. She stated the most recent park was the aviation business park. She explained GO-EDC was interested in how the community could further economic development with EAA. She explained staff was active during EAA and networking lead to over 150 new aviation business contacts. She stated during EAA staff gave 8 interviews on television, in print, and on the radio and established a strong presence on social media. She explained she would not be able to provide details as development was still in an early stage but several businesses were researching and considering either relocation or building new facilities in Oshkosh. She stated there were aviation business startups interested in establishing a home in Oshkosh and the Capital Catalyst program that had been approved by the City helped attract the businesses. She explained there had been a focus on aviation but the goal was to diversify industry in the greater Oshkosh community. She stated to date the revolving loan fund had provided $100,000 in loans which allowed for 6 jobs to be retained or added to the community. She explained there were several additional businesses interested in the revolving loan fund. Mr. White explained how new and innovative businesses often need venture capital funds and the Capital Catalyst fund was a significant tool in attracting and retaining business in the Oshkosh community. He stated GO-EDC had put together a diversified portfolio of projects including industrial, hospitality, small business, and retail. He explained if the top 26 projects in the portfolio came to fruition it would create 357 new jobs, 814 retained jobs, and a capital investment of more than 107 million dollars. He stated recent projects included a focus on EAA Airventure, the Milwaukee Bucks D- league project, a company seeking 200 acres of rail-served land, and work in the northwest industrial park. Council Member Pech stated it was remarkable what could be accomplished when private and public sectors collaborate. 2 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Mayor Cummings stated it was significant how much GO-EDC had accomplished in a short amount of time. Mr. White explained how Initiative 41 was a benefit to regional economic development. He stated manufacturing layoffs in the recent past had a negative economic impact on the Northeast Wisconsin region. He stated within the Fox Valley and the I-41 corridor there was a great deal of commuting which demonstrated companies were having to look outside of their immediate communities for labor. He explained this demonstrated a need to diversify the economic base. He explained the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission had conducted research via surveys, network mapping, and other methods to determine where there were gaps. He stated their findings showed a lack of diversity in the industry base, gaps between workforce and service delivery, low levels of public and private investment in regional economic development, and a need for more science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. He explained focus areas for East Central included industry diversification and finding new markets, developing the Aerospace cluster, recruiting, retaining and developing talent, encouraging and supporting entrepreneurial opportunities and promoting and building regional capacity along the I-41 corridor. He presented a video to highlight the accomplishments of Initiative 41 by East Central. Eric Fowle, Executive Director of East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, explained the value in collaboration. He stated Initiative 41 focused on the connection of multiple economic development organizations, local and broad government organizations, businesses and education providers. He explained the initiative sought to better align the organizations and resources to provide for economic development within the I-41 corridor. He stated East Central would like the City of Oshkosh to continue to join in recognizing and understanding the connectivity of area businesses and workforce along I-41. He encouraged participation in collaborative efforts that benefit the I-41 region. He explained municipalities and businesses should continue new ways of thinking including sharing resources, cooperating, innovative thinking, investing, and sharing regional successes. He stated reports were available and encouraged Council to support and promote Initiative 41 ongoing efforts. He explained the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation would receive an additional 3.1 million dollars from the Department of Defense to increase economic development efforts with Initiative 41. He stated the ultimate goal was to create thriving communities. 3 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Council Member Herman stated he was impressed with the initiatives and work of GO- EDC and the East Central Regional Planning Commission. He explained he believed surrounding communities were beginning to see value in collaboration. CA ONSENT GENDA Report of Bills by the Finance Director Receipt & Filing of Museum Board Minutes from July 7, 2016 Receipt & Filing of Common Council Minutes from July 26 & August 10, 2016 th Resolution 16-417 Award Bid to Marianne’s Roofing Co. LLC, DBA W.J. Woodruff Roofing Contractors for Roof Replacements for Parks Department ($46,990.00) Resolution 16-418 Award Bid to L & S Truck Center & Casper’s Truck Equipment for ¾ Ton 4wd Extended Cab Pickup Truck with Equipment for Water Filtration Division ($41,548.97) Resolution 16-419 Approve Amendment to Conditional Use Permit/Planned Development for University Re-use of Former Lincoln Elementary School Site at 608 Algoma Boulevard (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-420 Approve Accepting Right of Way Easement at 627 Bayshore Drive (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-421 Approve Accepting Storm Sewer Easement at 3300 North Main Street (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-422 Approve Determination of Necessity to Acquire Portion of Property at 2240 Westowne Avenue for Stormwater Detention (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-423 Approve Initial Resolution for Special Assessments / Cold-Mix Asphalt Paving (Ontario Street & Michigan Street) 4 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Resolution 16-424 Amend Special Event Approval for Business Improvement District (BID) Marketing Consortium / Utilize City Streets & Opera House Square for Chalk Walk September 10, 2016 Resolution 16-425 Approve Special Event – Oshkosh Seniors Center to utilize the Oshkosh Seniors Center, Steiger Park Boat Ramp & Riverwalk for the Oktoberfest on the Fox event / September 15, 2016 Resolution 16-426 Approve Special Event – Bella Medical Clinic to utilize City streets & South Park for the Walk for Life 2016 event / October 1, 2016 Resolution 16-427 Approve Special Event - Oshkosh West High School to utilize City street for the Oshkosh West Homecoming Parade / October 7, 2016 Resolution 16-428 Approve Special Event – Downtown Rotary to utilize Opera House Square & City streets for the Oshkosh Chili Cook Off / October 8, 2016 Resolution 16-429 Approve Special Event - Oshkosh Benevolent & Social Club to utilize the Riverwalk & City streets for the Jeremy Monnett Rock N Glow Fun Run Walk / October 21, 2016 Resolution 16-430 Approve Special Event - UW Oshkosh Department of Alumni Relation to utilize City Streets & Wiouwash Trail for the Tour de Titan / October 22, 2016 Resolution 16-431 Approve Special Event - UW Oshkosh Department of Alumni Relations to utilize UW Oshkosh Sports Complex for the UW Oshkosh Tent City / October 22, 2016 Resolution 16-432 Approve Special Event - Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce to utilize City streets for the 2016 Oshkosh Chamber Holiday Parade / November 17, 2016 Resolution 16-433 Approve Special Event - Festival Foods to utilize City streets for the Festival Foods Turkey Trot / November 24, 2016 5 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Resolution 16-434 Approve Block Party - Paul Smith to utilize Cliffview Drive between Murdock Avenue & Graber Street for their neighborhood block party / September 10, 2016 Resolution 16-435 Approve Appointments to the following Boards & Commissions: Museum Board Landmarks Commission Resolution 16-436 Approve Class “B” Fermented Malt License, Special Class “B” Licenses, Operator Licenses & Taxicab Driver License MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings ATOR CTION AKEN ON RDINANCES AND ESOLUTIONS Ordinance 16-437 Approve Request to Attach to the City from Town of Black Wolf; Del Tritt Voluntary Attachment; 3224 Oregon Street (Petitioner Requests Waiving the Rules) MOTION: SUSPEND RULES (Pech; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings 6 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Ordinance 16-438 Approve Request to Attach to the City from Town of Nekimi; Fannin Voluntary Attachment; 3467 Oregon Street (Petitioner Requests Waiving the Rules) MOTION: SUSPEND RULES (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings Ordinance 16-439 Modify Speed Limits on Knapp Street Road & Waukau Avenue FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Ordinance 16-440 Modify Parking Regulations on Union Avenue & Osborn Avenue FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Resolution 16-441 Approve Special Event – DealerSocket to utilize Opera House Square for the DealerSocket Nerf Battle / August 25, 2016 MOTION: ADOPT (Herman; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings Council Member Pech stated he would abstain from the vote as the event was hosted by his employer. Resolution 16-442 Approve Tax Increment District No. 30 Project Plan; Designate Tax Increment District No. 30 Boundaries; Create Tax Increment District No. 30 Washington Building Redevelopment MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Mayor Cummings 7 23 PCC–A,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Mike Goudreau, 4482 Harbor Village Drive, Omro, explained he was one of the developers on the Washington Place project. Council Member Allison-Aasby questioned why the developer would continue with a project that would result in a negative return. Mr. Goudreau explained he did not believe the project would result in a negative return and disagreed with Ehlers findings. He stated they were committed to the project despite having experienced unexpected costs. He stated they had been awarded historic tax credits which would help in the offset of such costs. He explained the project would contribute to the re-shaping of Main Street in downtown Oshkosh. He stated in speaking with businesses on Main Street he received feedback that there was a need for higher end housing with parking structures in the downtown area. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the parking garage was included in the rent or if it was an additional charge. Darryn Burich, Planning Services Manager, explained they had discussed both options. He explained there was a tiered structure to rent charges and some tiers would include garage use. Council Member Palmeri asked for an explanation of the charges attributed to the parking garages and parking lot. Mr. Goudreau explained the charges included water retention underneath the parking garages and the high end materials used to construct the parking garages. He stated the charges were in line with other recent parking construction projects. Council Member Palmeri asked for an example of high end construction materials. Mr. Goudreau stated an example was brick. Council Member Palmeri questioned what the change was for constructing a garage stall. Tim Hess, Invista Analytics LLC, explained the average cost for a single stall parking garage was $10,000 and a double stall was $20,000. He noted the City had estimated the 8 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST parking lot having a cost of $700,000. He stated Mr. Goudreau had estimated approximately $600,000 for both the parking lot and the parking garages. Council Member Palmeri asked for an explanation of the challenges Mr. Goudreau had experienced with Wisconsin Public Service. Mr. Goodreau stated they had moved beyond those challenges. Council Member Herman questioned why a look back clause was recommended by Ehlers. Frank Roman, Municipal Advisor, Ehlers, explained if the project did better than expected, the look back clause would allow for the City to share in the revenues. Michael Harrigan, Senior Municipal Advisor, Ehlers, explained Ehlers had a particular methodology that was applied to every project. He stated the rate of return for the Washington Building project was negative. He explained the City’s participation was on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. He stated because of the ‘pay-go’ the City would not be left financially exposed as the risk was transferred to the developer. He explained because of the look back clause and the ‘pay-go’ structure the project was not a significant risk to the City. He stated the location of the project would be visible and attractive for the downtown area. He explained redevelopment was difficult and costly but the developers had taken a conservative approach to the project. He stated the resulting apartments would be higher end and not comparative to anything currently in Oshkosh and should be able to support higher rents. He explained this was why it was crucial to have a lookback clause in the developer’s agreement. Council Member Palmeri questioned if in the future the developers were to sell the property for a price higher than currently anticipated if the lookback clause would then come into play. Mr. Harrigan stated yes. Council Member Allison-Asasby questioned when the developer’s agreement would be ready for negotiation. 9 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Ms. Lorenson stated once she received the information the agreement could be prepared in a short period of time. Mr. Rohloff stated approximately a month. Council Member Herman stated he supported the project as he believed it energized the central City and would be in line with other redevelopment projects. He explained he believed it was a good investment with minimal risk to the City. CD,DCMFA OUNCIL ISCUSSION IRECTION TO ITY ANAGER AND UTURE GENDA I TEMS Mayor Cummings reminded Council of upcoming workshops: Budget Workshop scheduled for August 30, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Parking Study Implementation Presentation from Consultants on September 13, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. prior to the Council meeting Budget Workshop-CIP scheduled on September 21, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Municipal Court Workshop scheduled on October 11, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. All Day Budget Workshops scheduled October 17 and 18, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Budget Workshop scheduled on November 2, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Rohloff asked Council for feedback following the Diversity Coordinator Workshop. Council Member Herman questioned if there was any additional information regarding the former Diversity Council. He explained his interpretation of a Diversity Coordinator for the City of Oshkosh was an individual who would work with and train City staff on diversity topics. He stated he thought Human Resources currently fulfilled that need. He explained he believed there was a need for a Diversity Council to engage with the community in a similar way to the Sustainability Committee. He stated he would like to pursue a Diversity Council instead of a Diversity Coordinator. 10 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Mr. Rohloff explained the previous Diversity Council worked with the community on housing discrimination and discrimination at the University. He stated he believed this had evolved in the 20 years since the former committee was in place. He explained different communities took a varied approach to the topic of diversity. Council Member Stepanek questioned if there had been any discussion with the county on diversity. Mr. Rohloff stated he had a discussion with County Executive Harris who indicated the county would be willing to work on a joint diversity effort. Council Member Panske stated she would like to see a Diversity Committee or Board created. She explained she did not think it was necessary to put a Diversity Coordinator position into the 2017 budget. She stated if a committee was formed the committee could then provide recommendations to Council on whether a Diversity Coordinator position was needed. Mayor Cummings stated it was difficult to fill positions in existing boards and committees. Council Member Palmeri stated she had received a number of emails in support of the Diversity Coordinator position. She explained some residents had asked for a position beyond a Diversity Coordinator such as a Human Rights Commissioner. She stated the feedback she had received was a committee or board would not be adequate in addressing the existing needs in the community. Council Member Panske stated she believed based on the attendance of the workshop that there was enough interest in the community to comprise a committee. Council Member Palmeri stated she had received feedback that the Citizens Survey did not have enough diverse representation in response and therefore did not necessarily give an accurate representation of the community climate. Council Member Pech explained a Civility Discussion would be held on August 31, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in room 404 at City Hall and was open to the public. He stated he believed diversity and civility began at home. He explained if individuals felt passionate about diversity and community, as demonstrated by residents contacting Council Member 11 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Palmeri, it would not be difficult to find individuals to serve on a Diversity Committee. He explained he believed increasing civility and celebrating diversity was a ‘grassroots’ movement that grew based on changing opinions. He stated he believed the City should begin with a committee or commission. Council Member Stepanek stated he supported the creation of a committee and would like to pursue collaboration with the county. Council Member Palmeri stated in addition to potentially sharing the Diversity Coordinator position with the county or another entity it had been proposed that part of the job description may include a requirement for grant writing capabilities to assist in the defraying a portion of the position’s salary. She stated she believed if the county was interested in sharing the position the City could move the position forward in to budget discussions for 2017. Mr. Rohloff questioned Council if staff should prepare an ordinance that would create a Diversity Committee. Council Member Herman stated that he would like to see what was previously in existence, how the new committee would be designed, and what the committee would be tasked with. He explained he supported collaboration with the county. He asked for a job description and a committee description to be provided to Council. He stated he believed it was early enough into the budget discussion to consider collaboration with the county. Council Member Pech requested to wait until after the Civility Discussion to give direction to staff. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated she would like a job description prior to making a decision. She explained she understood the need for a committee and the need for a position but was not sure if the position should report to City Hall. She would like to know Mr. Harris’ thoughts on who the shared position would report to. Mr. Rohloff stated Mr. Harris had indicated he would be willing to follow the City’s lead. He explained if Council would like to pursue a Diversity Coordinator position he would prepare a job description but believed it had been proposed that if a committee were formed the committee would determine the need and role of the position. 12 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Council Member Pech stated he believed the City needed to manage expectations. He explained if a job description was created a portion of the constituency would believe the City was pursuing the position and would begin to lobby the Council. He stated he did not personally believe it was an area where government needed to be involved. He explained he felt this was an area where there could be a private/public partnership. Mayor Cummings stated if Oshkosh were to collaborate with the county the cities of Neenah and Menasha also needed to be involved in the discussion. He explained without a job description Council would not know what the Diversity Coordinator position would encompass. Council Member Palmeri stated she believed Mr. Rohloff had reviewed a number of job descriptions for similar positions and prepared a matrix. She questioned if Council could review the matrix and provide staff feedback on what elements they would like to see incorporated into a job description for the Diversity Coordinator position. She stated the results could then be shared with Mr. Harris and other private entities such as the Community Foundation. Mayor Cummings stated he agreed with Council Member Pech’s statement that civility and diversity begin at home and Council members were not social engineers. Mr. Rohloff indicated he would utilize the matrix to provide information to Council in a format that would allow Council to then provide feedback. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated there was mixed feedback from the public regarding a Diversity Coordinator position and encouraged Council to be very thoughtful and approach the topic from multiple views. Mr. Rohloff stated staff would begin work on a diversity committee description. He explained this would be done separately from reviewing the matrix to provide Council a survey on the position features. He stated a draft of the ordinance would be provided in the future for Council to provide feedback. Council Member Palmeri stated it was her understanding that there was a report provided explaining the impediments to fair housing and that recommendations and findings from that report could affect the City’s funding from the Community Development Block Grant Program. She questioned if her understanding was correct. 13 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST Mr. Rohloff stated the City was required by CDBG to have fair housing data researched and that the City contracted with a firm to do so. He stated this was a narrow focus related to just fair housing. He explained staff would pull information from the matrix to provide a survey to Council and draft an ordinance regarding the formation of a diversity committee. Mayor Cummings stated it would be necessary to know what authority the committee or commission would have. Mr. Rohloff explained within the survey Council would need to indicate their expectations for the role and breadth of the committee. He stated the goal would be to provide Council with feedback from the survey at the next Council meeting on September 13, 2016. Mr. Rohloff stated there was a plan to reopen the Packer’s Pub establishment. He explained a transfer of the liquor license would likely take place in the near future. He stated that if progress on the transfer stalled staff would report back to Council and request a revocation hearing but at this time plans were moving forward. Council Member Pech asked what the timeframe was for the transfer. Mr. Rohloff stated the interested party would like to be open by the end of the year. Ms. Joeckel stated the interested party was a restaurant and bar. Mr. Rohloff stated he believed the interested party was legitimate and it was not worth going through a revocation hearing if the transfer would take place in the near future. Mayor Cummings stated he agreed. CSC ITIZEN TATEMENTS TO OUNCIL There were no citizen statements to Council. Council Member Pech stated Winnebago County had just voted down the opportunity for citizens to speak at their board meetings. He explained the County Board was concerned they would get overwhelmed with public comment. He stated he was 14 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST disappointed with their decision and welcomed citizen participation at City Council meetings. CMA&S OUNCIL EMBER NNOUNCEMENTS TATEMENTS Council Member Pech reminded the public of the Civility Discussion on August 31, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in room 404 at City Hall. Council Member Palmeri questioned if there was any material from prior civility discussions accessible on the City’s webpage. Council Member Pech stated he believed the previous discussion was televised. Mr. Rohloff stated the public could view the previous discussion at the Oshkosh Media site. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated she believed the date was on February 9, 2016. Mr. Rohloff stated he would find the date and share it with Council. Council Member Panske stated the Greater Winnebago Area Coalition on Mobility was hosting Kathy Propp from the League of Women Voters during their September 1, 2016 meeting. She explained Ms. Propp would provide information on election items such as curbside voting, absentee ballots, early voting, registration, and ID requirements. She explained Jim Benson would provide information on how to access rides to polling places. She stated the meeting was open to the public and would be at the Senior Center in the South Willow Room on Thursday, September 1, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. She explained if the public had questions they could contact the committee’s chair, Tom Otto, at 920-232-0602. She stated there would be applications for those who would like to be a pollworker. She stated Go-Transit was offering a free fare day on Friday, August 26 and anyone would be able to ride the bus for free. She recommended individuals who have children to utilize the free day to explore the route their children might use during the school year. She explained individuals could find information regarding routes and schedules on Go-Transit’s website. 15 – PCCA23,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL UGUST CMAS ITY ANAGER NNOUNCEMENT AND TATEMENTS Mr. Rohloff stated Council Chambers would be closed from August 24, 2016 through mid-September for renovations. He explained the first phase of the project would involve removal and installation of carpet, installation of a hearing loop, painting, new wall monitors, overhead camera projectors and security cameras. He stated there would be window repairs and replacements along with blind installations. He explained the second phase would not require closure, and would take place later in fall and include replacement of video and production equipment. He stated the last renovation of Council Chambers had taken place in 1994. MOTION: ADJOURN (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: VOICE VOTE The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. ANGELA J JOECKEL DEUPTY CITY CLERK 16