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HomeMy WebLinkAbout_Minutes PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN APRIL 24, 2018 REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall Mayor Cummings presided. PRESENT: Council Members Jake Krause, Matt Mugerauer, Lori Palmeri, Tom Pech, Jr., Steven Herman and Mayor Steve Cummings EXCUSED: Council Member Allison-Aasby ALSO PRESENT: Mark Rohloff, City Manager; Pamela Ubrig, City Clerk; Lynn Lorenson, City Attorney; and James Rabe, Director of Public Works Council Member Krause read the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Abbygail Wiedenhaft from Webster Stanley Elementary School; and, Alyssa Wiedenhaft from Webster Stanley Middle School PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Cummings proclaimed May 19, 2018 to be Kids to Parks Day in the City of Oshkosh. Chad Dallman, Assistant Director of Parks, accepted the proclamation and encouraged the community to participate in various activities throughout the City's parks. Mayor Cummings proclaimed May of 2018 to be Older Americans Month in the City of Oshkosh. Judy Richey, Chairperson for the Oshkosh Committee on Aging, accepted the proclamation and thanked Council for allocating funds to allow the committee to complete a strategic plan in 2017 and for the City's commitment to the aging population. PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Mayor Cummings proclaimed May 3rd, 2018 the National Day of Prayer in the City of Oshkosh. Mike Stratz, coordinator for the National Day of Prayer in Oshkosh, accepted the proclamation and invited the community to participate in front of City Hall on May 3rd at 12:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING Resolution 18-206 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments — Contract No. 18-02 Libbey/Nicolet Watershed/North Main Street Area Detention Basin A) Geneva Street (Bacon Avenue to the north end of Geneva Street) B) Comet Street (450' north of West Smith Avenue to the north end of Comet Street) C) Jackson Street (Bacon Avenue to 450' north of Bacon Avenue D) North Main Street (from Libbey Avenue to Packer Avenue) MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Mugerauer) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings CITIZEN STATEMENTS There were no citizen statements to Council. CONSENT AGENDA Report of Bills by the Finance Director Approval of Cash Report for December 2017,January & February 2018 Receipt of Claims filed with the City's Insurance Company: A) Joyce Clark for alleged damages due to an injury at the Senior Center B) Lindsay Lee for alleged damages due to sewage backup Resolution 18-207 Award Bid to Michels Materials, MCC Inc. & Northeast Asphalt Inc. for Road Materials for Various Departments 2 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-208 Award Sid to Pomasl Fire Equipment for Power Assisted Ambulance Stretchers/Loaders for the Fire Department ($125,930.00) Mayor Cummings stated the bid allowed for the purchase of three assisted ambulance stretchers/loaders, which had been a long standing request of the fire department. Resolution 18-209 Approve Initial Resolution for Special Assessments for Pavement, Aprons, Sidewalk & Utilities Relating to Contract No. 18-12 A) Columbia Avenue (Algoma Boulevard to Vinland Street) B) Roosevelt Avenue (Hamilton Street to the end of the cul-de- sac east of Crane Street) C) Minerva Street (dead end south of Columbia Avenue to Linwood Avenue) Resolution 18-210 Approve Initial Resolution for Special Assessments for Storm Sewer Laterals Relating to Contract No. 18-20 & Contract No. 18-04 / Various Locations Resolution 18-211 Approve & Submit Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2017 Storm Water Program Annual Report Resolution 18-212 Accept Utility Easement;New Water Tower Site (RDA Recommends Approval) Resolution 18-213 Approve Agreement for Temporary Placement of Antenna Facilities; Sprint & T-Mobile (RDA Recommends Approval) Resolution 18-214 Approve General Development Plan Amendment & Specific Implementation Plan for Daycare & Outdoor Play Area; 1819 Witzel Avenue (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 18-215 Approve General Development Plan Amendment & Specific Implementation Plan for Daycare & Parking & Storage Facility; 223 East Nevada Avenue (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 18-216 Approve Settlement Agreement with George Kleinschmidt for Acquisition of Property & Approve CIP Budget Amendment for the Fernau Avenue Storm Water Detention Basin 3 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-217 Approve Special Event — Safe Routes to School East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission to utilize City streets to hold the Oshkosh Bike Rodeo at the Kolf Sports Center/May 9, 2018 Resolution 18-218 Approve Special Event — Molly McGuire's (Tom Taggart) to hold their Graduation Beer Garden/May 11, 2018 Council Member Palmeri explained the event holders had requested to extend amplified music after hours or an extension for sales of alcohol for the following resolutions: 18-218, 18-219, 18-226, 18-227 and 18-231. She questioned if the event holders provided an explanation as to why they needed the extensions beyond what the ordinance indicated. Kathy Snell, Special Events Coordinator, stated at this time, the applicants submitted the times they were requesting with their applications. Council Member Palmeri explained with one of the applications, there was a letter attached which indicated they requested an extension as Council had granted it in the past. She stated they had not demonstrated a hardship as to why they would be unable to comply with the ordinance. Ms. Snell stated that was correct, and the applicant provided the letter each year. Council Member Mugerauer requested a more detailed explanation of costs to be included with the special event application information that was provided to Council for each special event. Ms. Snell indicated that would be provided. Resolution 18-219 Approve Special Event — Kelly's Bar (Danny Schultz) to hold their Graduation Beer Garden/May 11 & 12, 2018 Resolution 18-220 Approve Special Event — Oshkosh Garden Club to utilize the front grounds of the Oshkosh Public Museum for the Oshkosh Garden Club Plant Sale /May 19, 2018 Resolution 18-221 Approve Special Event — CLIC Foursquare Church to utilize Reetz North & South Diamonds at Menominee Park for the CLIC Memorial Day Softball Tournament/May 26, 2018 4 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-222 Approve Special Event — Oshkosh Patriotic Council to utilize City streets & the City Hall parking lot & Riverside Cemetery for the Memorial Day Procession & Services /May 28, 2018 Resolution 18-223 Approve Special Event — Disabled Veterans of America Chapter 17 to utilize South Park War Monument area for the Reading of Names Ceremony/May 28, 2018 Resolution 18-224 Approve Special Event — Aurora Health Care Oshkosh to utilize Menominee Park & City Streets for the Oshkosh Mindful Tri / June 2, 2018 Resolution 18-225 Approve Special Event—The Pampurr'd Pet to utilize Opera House Square for the Oshkosh Petfest/June 9, 2018 Resolution 18-226 Approve Special Event — Waterfest, Inc. to utilize the Leach Amphitheater for the Waterfest concert series / June 21-August 23, 2018 (Thursday evenings) Resolution 18-227 Approve Special Event — Oshkosh Festivals Inc. to utilize the Leach Amphitheater, Riverside Park & Parking Lot for Oshkosh Irish Fest /June 15-17, 2018 Resolution 18-228 Approve Special Event — Players Pizza/Pub & Peace Lutheran Church to utilize South Park for the Park Dance for the 101h Annual Park Dance /July 13, 2018 Resolution 18-229 Approve Special Event — Lifest Promotions to hold Lifest at the Sunnyview Exposition Center & to utilize Winnebago County Community Park for Lifest parking & 5K/July 11-15, 2018 Resolution 18-230 Approve Special Event — Party.0 Inc to utilize Red Arrow Park for the SplashKosh event/August 11, 2018 Resolution 18-231 Approve Special Event — Rotary Clubs of Oshkosh to utilize Menominee Park & City streets for Wisconsin's Best Ribfest & Fundraiser & Rib Run/August 31-September 3, 2018 5 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-232 Approve Special Event—Trinity Lutheran Church& School to utilize Menominee Park for the Make a Joyful Noise event /September 8 & 9, 2018 Resolution 18-233 Approve Special Event — ReThink Addiction Run to utilize Menominee Park& City streets for the ReThink Addiction Run Walk / September 8, 2018 Resolution 18-234 Approve Waiver for Cavanaugh's Carriages to allow horses in the city for the purpose of events through December 31, 2018 Resolution 18-235 Approve Appointment to the Parks Advisory Board & Board of Appeals Resolution 18-236 Approve Class "B" Fermented Malt License, Agent Change for Combination "Class B" License, Special Class "B" Licenses & Operator Licenses MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA (Pech; second, Mugerauer) CARRIED: Ayes (5) Krause, Pech, Herman, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Present (1) Palmeri Council Member Palmeri initially voted 'no' on the consent agenda. Ms. Ubrig indicated the vote was being taken on the consent agenda, and questioned if she wished to pull an item. Council Member Palmeri stated she had. Several Council Members indicated Council Member Palmeri had questioned the items and not pulled them. Council Member Palmeri apologized. Ms. Ubrig questioned if Council Member Palmeri was requesting to pull resolutions 18-218, 18-219, 18-220, 18-226, 18-227 and 18-231. Council Member Palmeri stated yes. Council Member Pech simultaneously called point of order, stating the vote was 6 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 underway. He explained the resolutions should have been pulled prior to vote on the consent agenda. Council Member Palmeri acknowledged it was her error. Council Member Pech stated Council Member Palmeri had questions in regards to several items and had not pulled them. Council Member Palmeri explained she understood. Council Member Pech stated the point of order was the motion as it stood was on the floor and was being voted upon. ACTION TAKEN ON ORDINANCES &RESOLUTIONS Ordinance 18-237 Amend Fire Code to Update References to the State Administrative Code for Flammable & Combustible Liquids MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Pech) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Ordinance 18-238 Amend Municipal Code Provision Adopting State Statute Regulating Purchase or Possession of Tobacco Products by Persons under 18 MOTION: ADOPT (Herman; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Ordinance 18-239 Amend Various Sections of Chapter 30 Zoning Ordinance (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Council Member Palmeri asked for an explanation of the various changes. Darryn Burich, Planning Services Manager, explained the state had passed a statute at 7 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 the end of 2017 that indicated if there was a conditional use listed in the zoning ordinance, any application for that conditional use would need to be approved. He stated City staff was temporarily removing many conditional uses as a protection for the City. He explained it was not a permanent solution and many of the uses would eventually return to the districts as either a conditional use or permitted use. Ordinance 18-240 Remove Parking on the West Side of the Street & Designate Bike Lanes on North Main Street from Murdock Avenue to Snell Road FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Ordinance 18-241 Designate Bike Lanes on Smith Avenue from Vinland to Jackson Street (Sharrows to be used from Jackson to N. Main Street, no parking removal) FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Ordinance 18-242 Approve Zone Change from Institutional (I) to Single Family Residential 9 (SR-9); Vacant Property 400 Block Monroe Street (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Ordinance 18-243 Approve Zone Change from Single Family Residential Extraterritorial District (R-1 ETZ) & General Agricultural Extraterritorial District (A-2 ETZ) to Light Agricultural Extraterritorial District (A-1 ETZ); Property Located West of 3097 Clairville Road in the Town of Algoma (Extraterritorial Zoning Committee Recommends Approval) FIRST READING; LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES Resolution 18-244 Approve Agent Change for Menominee Nation Arena — Combination "Class B" License MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings 8 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-245 Approve Installation of New Sidewalks: A) Gibson Court, south side, from Fond du Lac Road to 170' east of Fond du Lac Road B) West 91h Avenue, north side, from Greenfield Trail to Graceland Drive West 201h Avenue, south side, Montana Street to Iowa Street C) West 29th Avenue, Oregon Street to 500' west of Oregon Street D) Jackson Street, east side, Bacon Avenue to 450'north of Bacon Avenue E) Jacob Avenue from Fond du Lac Road to 100'west of Fond du Lac Road F) Old Orchard Lane from Fond du Lac Road to 50' east of Fond du Lac Road MOTION: DIVIDE INTO TWO RESOLUTIONS: A-GIBSON COURT, B- REMAINDER (Palmeri; second, Krause) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Resolution 18-245A Approve Installation of New Sidewalks on Gibson Court, south side, from Fond du Lac Road to 170' east of Fond du Lac Road MOTION: LAYOVER TO MAY 8, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING (Mugerauer; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Resolution 18-245B Approve Installation of New Sidewalks: A) West 9th Avenue, north side, from Greenfield Trail to Graceland Drive West 20th Avenue, south side,Montana Street to Iowa Street B) West 29th Avenue, Oregon Street to 500' west of Oregon Street C) Jackson Street, east side, Bacon Avenue to 450'north of Bacon Avenue D) Jacob Avenue from Fond du Lac Road to 100'west of Fond du Lac Road E) Old Orchard Lane from Fond du Lac Road to 50' east of Fond du Lac Road MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings 9 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Kelley Duhatschek, 2816 Fond du Lac Road, stated she had received notification that sidewalk was scheduled to be installed, and she was confused as to why the City would designate to put sidewalk in such a small portion of street. She explained she had been informed it was for pedestrian ease, however, there were no other sidewalks to connect to, which did not make sense to her. She stated it was her understanding when the road was installed in 2004 it had been determined that there would be no sidewalk. She explained she had been informed that she and fellow property owners would not be responsible for construction costs related to the housing development Stoney Beach West, which was the only reason she could think of for the City choosing to install a sidewalk at that location. She requested that Council wait until there was a plan for what the sidewalk would connect to prior to installation. Steve Gohde, Assistant Director of Public Works, explained the Stoney Beach West subdivision was scheduled to have the remainder of the sidewalks installed this year, and the properties were not included in the list as it was originally included in the developers agreement. He stated the sidewalk along Ms. Duhatschek's property would provide a connection from the subdivision sidewalk to existing sidewalk on Fond du Lac Road. He explained due to drainage concerns on the north side, the south side was the only location the sidewalk could be connected. Ms. Duhatschek questioned if Mr. Gohde was aware that her property was not part of the subdivision. Mr. Gohde stated yes. Ms. Duhatschek questioned if he was aware that in 2004 it was decided that sidewalk would not benefit current property owners in the area, and that they would not be required to pay for anything related to the development that did not benefit them. Mr. Gohde stated he was aware of some of the concerns, although had not been aware that sidewalk was one of them. Ms. Duhatschek explained her understanding was that there would not be sidewalk installed, and if there was, existing property owners would not be responsible for the cost. Mr. Gohde apologized for being unaware of that discussion as he had not been employed in his role with the City at that time. Council Member Palmeri questioned if there was a map of the area of proposed work. 10 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 While Mr. Gohde looked for a map, Mayor Cummings invited the next citizen to speak. Rod Greene, 2816 Fond du Lac Road, explained Gibson Court had been included as part of the sub-development and prior to that there had been a vacant lot. He stated there had been considerable discussion with the City in April and May of 2004 about the road and development. He explained he had accessed the Council minutes online from those dates and noted an amendment had been passed that any improvements that were made would be evaluated on a case by case basis, and the cost responsibility would be attributed to whomever benefited from the improvements. He stated there had been an understanding that there would not be a sidewalk, and that there would not be any special assessments related to the subdivision. He explained the sidewalk was related to the subdivision as the only reason there was a street present was due to the subdivision. He stated they were concerned about the loss of trees, as there had already been 3 trees lost due to the construction of the road. He explained they were concerned that this would be ongoing issue as it was their understanding it had been decided in 2004 and they were now back before Council for the same concern. Council Member Pech questioned if the agreements Mr. Greene referenced were codified. Ms. Duhatschek stated it had been noted in the Council meeting minutes. Council Member Pech questioned if aside from discussion in the minutes, if the agreements had been officially codified by the City. Ms. Lorenson stated not that she was aware of, and prior Council would not bind future Councils indefinitely on whether or not sidewalks could be installed. Council Member Palmeri stated Ms. Duhatschek had mentioned they had been informed that the developer would be paying for any future sidewalks. She questioned if the developers agreement would be available to confirm if that was referenced. Mr. Gohde explained he did not have the agreement with him, and believed the development had gone through a form of foreclosure and been taken over by a different developer. He presented a map of the area and showed where the sidewalk was proposed to be installed. Mr. Greene clarified which lots had been developed and which remained vacant. Troy Hart, 3299 Old Orchard Lane, asked for clarification on where the sidewalk would be installed, as he believed there already was sidewalk where it was proposed. 11 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Mr. Gohde explained the limits described were approximate and the goal was to complete the sidewalk to Fond du Lac Road. Mayor Cummings stated the original developer was deceased and the development had gone through bankruptcy. He questioned if the original development plan showed sidewalks. Mr. Gohde explained the original development plan had sidewalks within the subdivision; he stated he was not certain about the adjacent lots. Mr. Rohloff stated the City's code would have required it at the time. Mayor Cummings questioned if there would have been a developers agreement at that time. Mr. Rohloff stated although it may not have been as elaborate as they were now, there would have been some type of agreement. Council Member Palmeri stated although she was in favor of sidewalks in the City, she believed in this instance there were too many unknowns about what had been decided in the past. She explained it made sense to separate Gibson Court from the remaining properties until more information was available. Council Member Pech questioned if dividing the resolution would create issues related to bidding and planning the project. Mr. Gohde stated it would not as long as it was not laid over for a considerable amount of time as the work was anticipated to start on June 1St Resolution 18-246 Approve Change Order No. 1 for Public Works Contract No. 16-22 Marion Road Water Tower Replacement (+$30,875.07) MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings 12 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Resolution 18-247 Approve Special Event — Hmong Service Center, Inc. to hold the Hmong National Labor Day Festival at the Winnebago County Community Park/ September 1 & 2, 2018 MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Krause, Pech, Herman, Palmeri, Mugerauer, Mayor Cummings Mai Vang, 1017 Kansas Street, explained while she believed there should be a Hmong event to celebrate the culture and share it with other Americans, however, the event was dividing the Hmong community in Oshkosh. She advised Council to look further into the concerns within the community prior to approving the event. Chang Moua, 3928 Brooks Road, stated he was the newly elected president of the Hmong Service Center and introduced his colleagues, Eric Xiong, Vice President, Peng Yang, Treasurer, and Matt Xiong, Secretary. He stated his advisors were Pao Xiong, Ki Yang and Chu Vang Lor, who were not present. He explained he believed the event would bring additional revenue to the City and would help build a relationship with local government. He stated he understood the event had been approved for the former president and requested that Council review the information and approve the event for the current president. Mee Yang, 2825 Prairie Wood Drive, explained she was the current president of the Hmong Service Center and had been re-elected for a second term of the voting members on November 5th, 2017, according to the organizations bylaws. She stated the individuals who just spoke were not members of the organization and had not paid their dues. She explained the Hmong Service Center was a non-profit organization founded in 1984 by the Hmong families who had moved to the Oshkosh area for the purpose of assisting families and individuals with economic, education, language and cultural barriers. She stated her husband's family had been one of the organizations original founders and she had been a voting member since 1987. She explained prior to 2000, the organization was primarily funded through local and state grants, and for the past 15 years had relied on funds raised through special events such as the Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend festivals. She stated due to poor and corrupt leadership, the organization had been left with nearly nothing after 15 years. She explained as the first Hmong female president, she was elected to restore the organization financially, as well as restore the necessary services and programs. She stated in 2016 and 2017 they had been able to raise over $160,000 and had allocated funds to help individuals and other organizations in need of assistance. She explained they were in the process of putting together language and cultural classes for Hmong youth or other interested individuals. She stated their 13 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 primary goal was to save to purchase a building to serve as the main resource center for both the Hmong community and the community at large. She explained it had not happened yet due to corruption and embezzlements by former leaders and believed with the City's help and support the dream could become a reality. She stated special events such as the Labor Day festival were vital to the Hmong Service Center. Council Member Krause asked for an explanation of the cost of the police staffing for the event. Dean Smith, Chief of Police, stated each event was reviewed on a case by case basis, and based on projected attendance and the ground, amongst other items, the police department determined its staffing levels. Mayor Cummings stated he had attended past events, and believed they were well run and organized. He explained Ms. Yang had been a valued member of the Unity in Community steering committee. Council Member Herman explained he understood there was a disagreement about who controlled the Hmong Service Center, and questioned if City staff was comfortable to issue the permit to the Hmong Service Center and not to an individual. He stated it was the City's job to make sure it was a safe event for the community, not to determine who was in control of the organization. Kathy Snell, Special Events Coordinator, stated yes. Council Member Herman stated he supported the event and understood there was a disagreement about who held the various elected positions with the Hmong Service Center. He explained the role of the City was not to become involved in that dispute, it was to issue the permit to the service center and ensure the event was safe. Council Member Mugerauer explained he believed there had been concerns in the past when the City was uncertain of who was an authorized agent of an organization. He questioned if there was any concerns from City staff regarding the lack of clarity regarding who the authorized representative of the organization was and who was liable for the event. Mr. Rohloff stated turnover on similar boards was common and if City staff had future concerns regarding the event, they had the ability to bring the concerns before Council and have the event permit revoked. He explained granting the permit gave the organization the time and ability to plan, and City staff believed it was appropriate to 14 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 award the permit at this time. COUNCIL DISCUSSION, DIRECTION TO CITY MANAGER &FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Cummings explained a workshop with the school board had originally been scheduled for April 301h Mr. Rohloff stated the superintendent was unavailable for that date and the school board had invited Council to attend their regularly scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, May 23rd Mayor Cummings explained a workshop on the 2019-2023 ambulance contract with outlying communities was scheduled for May 81h at 5:15 p.m. Council Member Palmeri questioned if materials would be provided to Council in advance of the workshop. Mr. Rohloff stated that was the goal and Tim Franz, Fire Chief, was working to compile material. Mayor Cummings explained there would be a workshop on public works contracts with a date yet to be determined. Mr. Rabe stated he had been coordinating with the University of Wisconsin Transportation Information Center to develop a cooperative presentation. He explained they had determined 30-45 minutes prior to a Council meeting would not be a sufficient amount of time to convey the information. He stated scheduling a workshop on one of the 51h Tuesdays in a month would allow for ample time. He explained the individual from the university would be available on July 31St Council Member Herman questioned if it could be combined into a discussion on the preliminary budget. Mr. Rohloff explained the workshop may take nearly 2 hours due to the subject matter. Council Member Herman questioned if the workshop had been requested by Council Members. Mr. Rohloff stated that it had. 15 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 Mayor Cummings questioned if the 31s' was agreeable. Council agreed that it was. Mayor Cummings stated there was a presentation to the sustainability advisory board and Council by UWO students on their sustainability study scheduled for May Th at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Rohloff explained City staff had recently received an updated copy of Act 317,which was related to rental inspections. He stated the City would need to update the rental inspections policy and provide updates to all affiliated departments and organizations. He stated there would be a workshop meeting scheduled after June 1st Mayor Cummings stated although there would be financial restrictions, largely the act gave powers back to individual municipalities and was a positive step in the right direction. Mr. Rohloff explained he had received feedback from Council that they wished to begin discussions related to strategic planning prior to the workshop. He stated the all-day strategic planning workshop was tentatively scheduled for July 19th, and the all-day supervisory input workshop was tentatively scheduled for June 21St. He requested Council check their schedules. CITIZEN STATEMENTS TO COUNCIL There were no citizen statements to Council. CO UNCIL MEMBER ANNO UNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS Mayor Cummings explained the Unity in Community event was scheduled for Saturday, May 51h from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Leach Amphitheater. He stated various cultures would be represented and encouraged members of the community to attend the free, family friendly event. He explained the 14 community lake fly art projects would be displayed. CITY MANAGER ANNO UNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS Mr. Rohloff stated the professional services agreement with Wolverine Fireworks Display 16 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL—APRIL 24, 2018 was for the Festival Foods Firework Show, and was with the same company the City had utilized in the past, although there had been a name change. He explained he had been questioned when the ground breaking would occur for the Oshkosh Corporation headquarters, and indicated it would move forward once weather conditions improved. He stated the archaeological work was progressing despite poor weather. He explained the liquor license renewal season was in effect and he believed individuals who held liquor licenses that had been inactive for over a year and had applied for the license again should be subject to a non-renewal hearing. He stated those who had not applied for renewal would automatically return to the City. He recommended the hearings take place on May 22nd and explained he understood although it would be difficult, having more licenses available for those who were ready to use them would be a valuable tool for the City. He stated he had prepared two draft options for the consolidation of the Grand Opera House advisory board and the landmarks commission with the goal in mind of making the changes prior to the end of May. He explained Council had deferred action on the reformation of the human relations commission, and as the last of the reorganization of the boards/commissions was nearing completion, he believed it was an appropriate time to bring that back before Council. MOTION: ADJOURN (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: VOICE VOTE The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. PAMELA R. UBRIG CITY CLERK 17