Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/11/2014 7:30 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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14-1025 2 08 2014 Building & Inspections ReportReportReport of the Department of Building & Inspections for the month of August 2014.RECEIVED AND FILEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1061 1 August 2014 Finance ReportReportReport of the Interim Director of Finance for the month of August 2014.RECEIVED AND FILEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0817 2 Park Plaza sale to Water Place OneResolutionAmended Resolution declaring portion of former Park Plaza property located on Barron Island to be declared as surplus and authorizing sale of said property.RECONSIDEREDPass Action details Video Video
14-0817 2 Park Plaza sale to Water Place OneResolutionAmended Resolution declaring portion of former Park Plaza property located on Barron Island to be declared as surplus and authorizing sale of said property.AMENDEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0817 2 Park Plaza sale to Water Place OneResolutionAmended Resolution declaring portion of former Park Plaza property located on Barron Island to be declared as surplus and authorizing sale of said property.ADOPTED AS AMENDEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1062 1 Engineering Estimates for September 2014ResolutionResolution approving Monthly Estimates for September 2014.ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1078 1 September 2014 BillsResolutionResolution approving 2014 bills paid in September.ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1015 3 September AppointmentsAppointmentMunicipal Transit Utility Board: John Becker (UWL Student Rep), 1018 Pine Street - Apartment 6.CONFIRMEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1051 1 Riverside Center Estoppel AgreementResolutionResolution approving Estoppel Agreement concerning various Development Agreements with the Redevelopment Authority of La Crosse, Riverside Center, LLC, Riverside Center II, LLC and Riverside Center III, LLC. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)APPROVEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1051 1 Riverside Center Estoppel AgreementResolutionResolution approving Estoppel Agreement concerning various Development Agreements with the Redevelopment Authority of La Crosse, Riverside Center, LLC, Riverside Center II, LLC and Riverside Center III, LLC. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1052 1 Riverside Center -5th Am to Phase I; 5th Am to Phase II; 2nd Am to Phase IIIResolutionResolution approving Fifth Amendment to the Development Agreement Between the City of La Crosse, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of La Crosse, and Riverside Center, LLC., Fifth Amendment to Riverside Center II, LLC - Phase II Development Agreement, and Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Riverside Center Phase 3 Development Agreement. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1054 1 Riverside Center EasementsResolutionResolution granting certain easements to the various Riverside Center entities. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0934 1 G2G TID loanResolutionResolution approving the Term Sheet and Developer's Agreement with G2G, LLC. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committee and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0964 1 Charmant HotelResolutionResolution approving the Term Sheet and Developer’s Agreement with the Charmant Hotel, LLC. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committee and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)REFERPass Action details Video Video
14-0902 1 Communication from BNSFRequestCommunication from BNSF Railway regarding second track within BNSF's existing right of way through the City of La Crosse. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel and pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0902 1 Communication from BNSFRequestCommunication from BNSF Railway regarding second track within BNSF's existing right of way through the City of La Crosse. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel and pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)APPROVEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0902 1 Communication from BNSFRequestCommunication from BNSF Railway regarding second track within BNSF's existing right of way through the City of La Crosse. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel and pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)APPROVEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0902 1 Communication from BNSFRequestCommunication from BNSF Railway regarding second track within BNSF's existing right of way through the City of La Crosse. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel and pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)REFERPass Action details Video Video
14-0902 1 Communication from BNSFRequestCommunication from BNSF Railway regarding second track within BNSF's existing right of way through the City of La Crosse. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel and pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to formulate & update negotiation strategies and parameters. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)AMENDEDFail Action details Video Video
14-0827 1 Rezoning - 1353 Avon StOrdinanceAN AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Residence District to the Local Business District allowing for a theatre and salon at 1353 Avon Street.APPROVEDFail Action details Video Video
14-0827 1 Rezoning - 1353 Avon StOrdinanceAN AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Residence District to the Local Business District allowing for a theatre and salon at 1353 Avon Street.DENIEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1001 2 Railroad Bridge Over La Crosse River RepairsReport of BidsReport of Bids & Resolution awarding contract to Pember Companies, Inc. in the amount of $198,750.00 for the La Crosse River Railroad Bridge Repairs.ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1003 1 Re-Bid: La Crosse Center CarpetingReport of BidsReport of Bids & Resolution awarding contract to Builders Flooring, Inc. in the amount of $139,440.00 for Re-Bid-La Crosse Center Carpeting: Ballroom, Board Rooms, Conference Room and Foyer.ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-1004 2 La Crosse Regional Airport Way Finding SignageReport of BidsReport of Bids & Resolution awarding contract to Poblocki Sign Company LLC in the amount of $59,757.00 for the La Crosse Regional Airport Way Finding Signage.ADOPTEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0891 1 Library Task Force Recommendations - July 22ReportReport and recommendations from Library Task Force.ACCEPTED AND FILEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0762 2 Bus advertising agreementResolutionAmended Resolution approving Municipal Transit bus advertising agreement.REFERPass Action details Video Video
14-0932 1 Interim Director of Planning 2014ResolutionAmended Resolution approving the appointment of Amy Peterson as interim Director of Planning and Development effective September 3, 2014.   Action details Video Video
14-0932 1 Interim Director of Planning 2014ResolutionAmended Resolution approving the appointment of Amy Peterson as interim Director of Planning and Development effective September 3, 2014.APPROVED AS AMENDEDPass Action details Video Video
14-0879 1 AN ORDINANCE to amend Municipal Code Subsection 9.06 (F) (3) regarding special parking exemptions for trade vehicles.OrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 44-108(c)(1) of the Municipal Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse regarding special parking exemptions for trade vehicles.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0912 1 7.03 (J) Anti-discrimination OrdinanceOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend and create portions of Section 22 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to protect people from discrimination based on gender identify or expression.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0935 1 sale of city surplus propertyOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 2-404(g)(5) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to modify the application review procedure for economic development incentives and to create Section 2-404(m) regarding sale of City-owned land.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0937 1 Rezoning - 117 8th St NOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Commercial District to the Special Multiple Residence District at 117 8th St. N. allowing for a residential duplex.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0939 1 Ordinance 20.02(12) Class "B" LicensesOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 4-145(a) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse relating to the sale of Class “B” licenses on city-owned land.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0696 2 Resolution reimbursing Street Department Operational Budget with Capital Improvement Funds for Parking Lot, Trail and Landscaping Improvements at the Chad Erickson Memorial Park and appropriation of funds.ResolutionAmended Resolution reimbursing the Park & Recreation Department for Parking Lot, Trail and Landscaping Improvements at the Chad Erickson Memorial Park and appropriation of funds.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0779 1 Purchase of Redundant Backup SystemResolutionResolution approving the purchase of Redundant Backup System for the IS&T Department.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0876 1 Campus Fire Safety resolutionResolutionResolution proclaiming September as National Campus Fire Safety month.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0884 1 Abolishment of Contribution CommitteeResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Contribution Committee.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0885 1 Abolishment of Public Facilities DesignationResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Public Facilities Designation Committee.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0886 1 Abolishment of Consultant CommitteeResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Ad hoc Consultant Committee.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0887 1 Abolishment of LACVB Lease NegotiatingResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Ad hoc LACVB Lease Negotiating Committee.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0888 1 Disaster Recovery EquipmentResolutionResolution reappropriating funds for purchase of Disaster Recovery Equipment.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0889 1 final downtown parking assessment '14ResolutionResolution authorizing the final downtown parking assessment.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0896 1 Sloopy's Expansion - September 27, 2014ApplicationApplication of Sloopy's Bar & Grill, Inc. dba Sloopy's Bar & Grill for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 163 Copeland Avenue for Special Event on September 27, 2014 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0898 1 Howie's Expansion - Sept. 26 and 27, 2014ApplicationApplication of Howie's On La Crosse, LLC dba Howie's for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 1128 La Crosse Street for Special Event on September 26 and 27, 2014 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0907 1 ResolutionResolutionResolution to accept Request for Proposal of Menard Consulting, Inc. for GASB 45 Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Actuarial Services for a 3-year term.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0909 1 Interim Director of Finance and Interim Transit ManagerResolutionResolution amending pay rates for interim Director of Finance and interim Transit Manager.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0913 1 2014 assessment correctionsRequestCommunication from the City Assessor relative to Annual Adjustments to Prior Year's Assessment Rolls and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0914 2 Resolution authorizing Mayor and City Clerk to sign Relocation of Facilties Agreement with Windstream for the Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSF.ResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Relocation of Facilities Agreement with Windstream for the Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSF.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0915 2 Resolution authorizing Mayor & City Clerk to sign Relocation Agreement & Final Appropriations Estimate with Xcel Energy for Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSF.ResolutionAmended Resolution authorizing Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Relocation Agreement and Final Appropriations Estimate with Xcel Energy for the Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSF.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0917 1 Prelim Plat - BarrewoodPlat/Certified Survey MapPreliminary Plat of Barrewood to the Town of Barre, Wisconsin and resolution regarding same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0931 1 Stop Loss Binding AgreementResolutionResolution authorizing the Human Resources Department to seek proposals from qualified vendors for the purchase of Stop Loss Insurance and attain a binding agreement for the term January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0933 1 Medical Benefit Plan Master Plan DocumentResolutionResolution approving the 2014 City of La Crosse Medical Benefit Plan Master Plan Document and Summary Plan Description.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0936 1 Annual TIF ReportResolutionResolution approving the contract extension for the TIF Analysis and Recommendation Report.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0949 1 Grounded two story exception - 304 Main StreetApplicationApplication of Maria Norberg for waiver of two-story requirement for new construction at 304 Main Street which is located within the downtown area as defined in 15.25(A)(5) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0950 1 Concordia Expansion - Sept 25-27, 2014ApplicationApplication of The Concordia Aid Society, Inc. dba Concordia Ballroom for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 1129 La Crosse Street for Special Event on September 25, 26 and 27, 2014 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0957 1 Sport Nut Expansion Sept 20, 2014ApplicationApplication of Christopher Edward Olson dba The Sports Nut for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 801 Rose Street for Special Event on September 20, 2014 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0958 1 Sports Nut Expansion - Sept 27ApplicationApplication of Christopher Edward Olson dba The Sports Nut for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 801 Rose Street for Special Event on September 27, 2014 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0965 1 One Way Streets by Elementary SchoolResolutionResolution providing direction to complete a traffic study to pursue the option of having one-way streets running north and south near the new Northside Elementary School.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0972 1 Safe-Cam projectResolutionResolution authorizing the City of La Crosse to accept donations for the Safe-Cam project and establishing a miscellaneous Safe-Cam contributions account for said donations.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0984 1 Various License List (September)ApplicationVarious license applications pursuant to Chapter 20 of the La Crosse Municipal Code for the remainder of license period 2014-15 (September) and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0819 1 beekeeping ordinanceOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to create Subsections 15.04(P) and 20.22(HH) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to permit beekeeping as an accessory use in residential, commercial district with residential uses, and public and semipublic districts.NOT ADOPTED  Action details Not available
14-0592 1 Paint & Fix Up Program 2014ResolutionSecond Amended Resolution allocating additional funding for the 2014 Paint and Fix-up Program.REFERRED  Action details Not available
14-0872 1 2013 Single Audit ReportsReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Federal and State Single Audit Reports as of December 31, 2013.ACCEPTED AND FILED  Action details Not available
14-0873 1 2013 Final Audit Communication ReportReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Independent Auditors' Report on Communications with Those Charged With Governance as of December 31, 2013.ACCEPTED AND FILED  Action details Not available
14-0874 1 2013 Financial StatementsReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Financial Statements with Independent Auditors' Report as of December 31, 2013.ACCEPTED AND FILED  Action details Not available
14-0906 1 2013 LCPD Annual ReportReport2013 La Crosse Police Department Annual Report.RECEIVED AND FILED  Action details Not available
14-1005 1 Engine 10 fire pumpResolutionResolution authorizing reallocation of Fire Department 2005 and 2006 unappropriated bond funds for Engine 10 fire pump repairs.   Action details Not available
14-1011 1 Airport donation acceptance - monitorResolutionResolution accepting the donation of a monitor for the airport terminal military lounge.   Action details Not available
14-1012 1 Airport PFC applications eight and nine amend and closeoutResolutionResolution authorizing Consultant to amend and closeout PFC applications eight and nine.   Action details Not available
14-1013 1 Airport terminal rehabilitation project additional fundingResolutionResolution appropriating additional funds for the terminal rehabilitation project.   Action details Not available
14-1014 2 Airport American Towers agreement extensionResolutionResolution approving a term extension to an airport lease agreement with American Towers LLC.   Action details Not available
14-1016 1 Library Task Force AbolishmentResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Branch Library Ad Hoc Task Force.   Action details Not available
14-1019 1 PD Boat Grant FY 2014ResolutionResolution authorizing the Police Department to accept a FY 2014 DHS/FEMA Port Security Grant to provide for enhanced port and river security in the City of La Crosse.   Action details Not available
14-1020 1 PD Security FundResolutionResolution authorizing the Police Department to use funds from the revolving Police Security Services fund for expenditures related to police security, services, and safety.   Action details Not available
14-1027 1 Sewer rate changesResolutionResolution approving the EXECUTIVE REPORT from John A. Mayer, Utility Rate Consultant, and proposed changes to sanitary sewer rates.   Action details Not available
14-1032 1 Ehlers contract for TIF workResolutionResolution approving a contract for further TIF analysis, creations and amendments.   Action details Not available
14-1035 2 Resolution approving Tax Incremental District Eleven Amendment Four and Project Plan, City of La Crosse, Wisconsin.ResolutionResolution approving Tax Incremental District Eleven Amendment Four and Project Plan, City of La Crosse, Wisconsin.   Action details Not available
14-1036 1 Inspection department vehicles resolutionResolutionResolution approving release of reserve and carryover funds for purchase of vehicles and equipment for Inspection Department.   Action details Not available
14-1039 1 Cedar Corp Professional Services Agreement for Ready to Reuse LoanResolutionResolution approving a professional services agreement with Cedar Corporation to assist in site preparation for the DNR Ready for Reuse Brownfields Cleanup Loan for the LIPCO La Crosse Footwear property located at 606 George Street/1319 St. Andrew Street and appropriation of funds.   Action details Not available
14-1041 1 Airport reorganizationResolutionAmended Resolution approving the reorganization to the table of positions and classifications for the La Crosse Regional Airport.   Action details Not available
14-1042 1 AN ORDINANCE to amend Section 48-26(b)(7) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to correct the legal description of the Bluff Slough Slow No Wake Zone.OrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 48-26(b)(7) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to correct the legal description of the Bluff Slough Slow No Wake Zone.   Action details Not available
14-1043 2 15.26(H)(6) - Limited retail- commercial, church structuresOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 115-347(6) and Subsection 115-347(6)(a)2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to allow for structures that were originally built as churches to be used for limited retail and personal service business by Conditional Use Permit in residential zoning districts.   Action details Not available
14-1073 1 Rezoning - 1407-1501 St Andrew StreetOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Light Industrial District to the Local Business District at 1407/1501 St. Andrew Street allowing for residential apartments on upper floors.   Action details Not available
14-1074 1 Rezoning - 716 Hood StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Single Family District to the Commercial District at 716 Hood Street allowing for small local business.   Action details Not available
14-1075 1 Rezoning - 12th St N and Badger StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Multiple Dwelling District to the Special Multiple District at 503, 509/511, 513/515 12th St. N. and 1117 Badger Street allowing for residential apartments.   Action details Not available
14-1076 1 Rezoning - 1319 St Andrew StreetOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Planned Development District - General to the Heavy Industrial District at 1319/1325 St. Andrew Street and 606 George Street allowing for consistent zoning with adjacent land for potential expansion.   Action details Not available
14-1077 1 Rezoning - 315 State StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Public/Semi-Public District to the Community Business District at 315 State Street allowing for mixed use development.   Action details Not available
14-1079 1 Rezoning - 1025 and 1031 Green Bay StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse transferring certain property from the Traditional Neighborhood District - General to the Traditional Neighborhood District - Specific at 1025 and 1031 Green Bay Street allowing for residential redevelopment.   Action details Not available
14-1080 1 CUP - 1229 Caledonia StApplicationApplication of Diana Hobson for a Conditional Use Permit at 1229 Caledonia Street allowing for a winery with tasting room.   Action details Not available
14-1081 1 Ebner - Dedicate Outlot 1 as public streetResolutionCommunication from Margaret Ebner requesting the City of La Crosse accept Outlot 1 CSM Part of Government Lot 5, Section 15, T16N-R7W (west of Hwy 16 near 12th Ave) to be dedicated as a public street and resolution approving same.   Action details Not available