Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/12/2013 7:30 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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13-0579 1 August 2013 Finance ReportReportReport of the Director of Finance for the month of August 2013.RECEIVED AND FILEDPass Action details Not available
13-0582 1 August 2013 B&I ReportReportReport of the Department of Building & Inspections for the month of August 2013.RECEIVED AND FILEDPass Action details Not available
13-0583 1 ENGINEERING ESTIMATES 2013ResolutionResolution approving Engineering Estimates paid in September 2013.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0584 1 September 2013 BillsResolutionResolution approving 2013 bills paid in September.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0560 1 September Committee AppointmentsAppointmentBoard of Zoning Appeals: Betty Woodruff (Second Alternate), 1600 Nakomis Ave. Douglas Farmer (Citizen Member), 321 21st St. S. International Committee: Nicole Gullekson, 2147 Jackson St. Jody Every, 1539 Wood St. Gale Kreibich, N1960 Wedgewood Dr. E. Todd Bye, 2315 Losey Blvd. Linda Pfaff, 1702 Jackson St. Redevelopment Authority (4/5ths vote req'd): Karen Dunn, 316 24th St. N.CONFIRMED  Action details Not available
13-0580 1 Joint Facility Use Agreement - University of WIResolutionResolution approving Joint Facility Use Agreement between City of La Crosse and Board of Regents of University of Wisconsin. (Note: The committee(s) and/or Common Council may convene in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(e) for negotiation parameters. Following any closed session, the committee(s) and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0447 1 Cross Connection ControlOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 4.19 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse relating to Cross Connection Control.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0448 1 Private Well AbandonmentOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 4.20 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse relating to Private Well Abandonment.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0458 1 15.02(B) Rezoning - 922 and 932 West Ave S (Walgreens)OrdinanceA SECOND AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Local Business District to the Commercial District allowing consolidation of parcels at 922 and 932 West Avenue South (Walgreens).ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0469 2 Community Living Arrangement (CLA) OrdinanceOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to create Section 15.01(OOO) and 15.26(Z) and to repeal and recreate Section 15.42 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse to regulate Community Living Arrangements (CLAs).ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0496 1 15.02 Rezoning - 2370 State Road 16OrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Planned Development District - Specific to the Planned Development District - Specific allowing for development of three lofted apartments at 2370 State Road 16.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0517 2 East Avenue Curb & Gutter Replacement-Jackson St to Adams StReport of BidsReport of Bids & Resolution awarding contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. in the amount of $249,186.30 for East Avenue-Street Reconstruction-Adams St to Jackson St.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0521 1 Interior & Exterior Doors at Green Island Ice ArenaReport of BidsReport of Bids & Resolution awarding contract to Wieser Brothers General Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $38,300.00 for Green Island Ice Arena-Interior & Exterior Doors.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0531 1 1223 Main Street Demolition (Quote)Report of BidsReport of Quotes & Resolution awarding contract to Les Manske & Sons Excavating & Landscaping in the amount of $3,695.00 for 1223 Market Street Demolition.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0518 1 Replace Exterior Chlorine Enclosures at Wells 20 & 21Report of BidsReport of Bids for Wells 20 & 21 Exterior Chlorine Enclosures Replacement.NOT ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0421 1 Assessor annual corrections 2013RequestResolution approving 2013 Communication from the City Assessor relative to additional corrections of prior year's assessment and tax rolls.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0452 1 Polling Place 1 relocationResolutionResolution relocating polling place for Aldermanic District 1.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0455 1 Sloopy's Expansion 9-28-13ApplicationApplication of Ein Prosit, Inc. dba Sloopy's Bar & Grill for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 163 Copeland Avenue for Special Event on September 28, 2013 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0459 1 Airport Midwestern Wheels Avis Land/Building LeaseResolutionResolution approving lease agreement and terms with Midwestern Wheels, Inc.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0470 1 CenturyLink Internet/PRI ContractsResolutionAmended Resolution approving contracts with CenturyLink for PRI and Internet Service.ADOPTED AS AMENDEDPass Action details Not available
13-0461 1 Sports Nut Expansion - September 14, 2013ApplicationApplication of Christopher Edward Olson dba The Sports Nut for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 801 Rose Street for Special Event on September 14, 2013 and resolution approving same.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0462 1 Sports Nut Expansion - September 28, 2013ApplicationApplication of Christopher Edward Olson dba The Sports Nut for Expansion of Alcohol Beverage License at 801 Rose Street for Special Event on September 28, 2013 and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0471 1 Downtown Parking AssessmentResolutionPreliminary Resolution declaring intent to exercise special assessment powers under Secs. 66.0829 and 66.0703 Wisconsin Statutes to levy special assessments for the cost of operating and maintaining the parking system in downtown La Crosse.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0472 1 Laserfiche LicensingResolutionResolution authorizing Information Systems & Technology Department to purchase additional Laserfische software licenses.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0473 1 Abolishment of Joint Housing Task ForceResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the Joint Housing Task Force between the City of La Crosse and La Crosse County.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0474 1 NEA grant - Trompe' l'oeilResolutionResolution accepting the 2013 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant, releasing 2013 CIP funds and authorizing the City of La Crosse Arts Board to solicit funds to support a community engagement process, curricula in art making for local students, and completion of a mural(s) in the City of La Crosse.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0482 1 Affordable Care Act, Safe HarborResolutionResolution amending the effective date for the safe harbor in the determination of "full time employee" for health plan eligibility purposes as required under the Affordable Care Act.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0484 1 Delay 2nd sewer rate increaseResolutionResolution delaying second phase of Sanitary Sewer rate increases.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0485 1 Water Utility Financial StatusResolutionResolution regarding Water Utility Financial Status.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0486 1 Black River Beach Center Outdoor FurnitureResolutionResolution authorizing the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department to purchase outdoor furnishings for new open air shelter at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0487 1 Julia Belle Swain AgreementResolutionResolution authorizing the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department and the Park Board Commission to negotiate a long term use agreement with the Julia Belle Swain Foundation for use of a portion of the Riverside Park Levee and/or Jay Street Levee for the Julia Belle Swain steamboat.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0489 1 Official NewspaperResolutionResolution approving official newspaper.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0492 1 Town & Country Cab - 2013 Public VehicleApplicationApplication of Town & Country Cab for a 2013 Public Vehicle for Hire License and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0493 1 GCR - parking lot waiver request 520 3rd St SRequestRequest of GCR TireCenter for a waiver of paving requirements for parking lot south of 520 3rd St. S. and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0495 1 CUP - 1509 King St (English Lutheran Church) Bell TowerApplicationApplication of English Lutheran Church for a Conditional Use Permit at 1509 King St. allowing for a bell tower and resolution approving same.ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0497 1 CUP - 787 24th St N (daycare)ApplicationApplication of Dr. Christopher Peck and Chau Nguyen for a Conditional Use Permit at 787 24th St. N. allowing for an in-home daycare and resolution approving same.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0519 1 Various License List - September 13 CouncilApplicationResolution granting various license applications pursuant to Chapter 20 of the La Crosse Municipal Code for the license period 2013-14.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0525 1 Resolution reimbursing Parks Dept Operational BudgetResolutionResolution reimbursing Parks Department Operational Budget with Capital Improvement Funds for miscellaneous unbudgeted costs incurred and approval of Architectural Agreement with respect to Riverside Band Shell Structure.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0537 1 Beverage Server Denial - Audrey SchmittClaim/AppealApplication of Audrey K. Schmitt for a Beverage Operator's License and appeal of denial by the Police Department and resolution denying same. (Note: The Committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(a) to deliberate its decision. Following any closed session, the Committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0549 1 Legal Bills - Employee InvestigationResolutionResolution authorizing payment of invoices relating to employee investigations. (2/3 vote req'd - Reserve Funds) (Note: The committee(s) and/or Common Council may convene in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following any closed session, the committee(s) and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0543 1 lump sum payments - SEIU and non-repResolutionResolution approving lump sum payment for eligible employees covered in the collective bargaining agreement of Service Employees International Union Local #180 or Terms and Conditions of Employment for Non-Represented Employees. (2/3 vote of Council req'd - Reserve Funds)ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0547 1 Alcohol Extension - Club Tucan - 121 Third St SoResolutionResolution authorizing extension of time for inactivity of alcohol license for premise located at 121 Third Street South (Ohana LLC dba Club Tucan).ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0552 1 PARSResolutionResolution approving a contract between the City of La Crosse and Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles for access to the Public Abstract Request System (PARS).ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0553 1 new positions - Board of EstimatesResolutionResolution approving the inclusion of new positions to the 2014 draft budgets for review by the Board of Estimates.ADOPTED  Action details Not available
13-0556 1 Defense bills - employment matterResolutionResolution authorizing payment of bills relating to defense of employment matters. (2/3 vote req'd - Reserve Funds) (Note: The committee(s) and/or Common Council may convene in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following any closed session, the committee(s) and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)ADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0578 1 Woodhouse v. City of La CrosseResolutionResolution approving a stipulation in Woodhouse v. City of La Crosse et al. (Note: The committee(s) and/or Common Council may convene in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following any closed session, the committee(s) and/or Council may reconvene in open session.) 2/3 vote req'd for Surplus FundsADOPTEDPass Action details Not available
13-0561 1 Street light equipment for neighborhood streetscape.ResolutionAmended Resolution to purchase street light equipment for neighborhood streetscape.ADOPTED AS AMENDEDPass Action details Not available
13-0446 1 Prelim Plat - The Harbor SubdivisionPlat/Certified Survey MapPreliminary Plat of The Harbor Subdivision to the City of La Crosse, Wisconsin.REFERPass Action details Not available
13-0488 1 Star of the Sea LLC. AgreementResolutionResolution authorizing the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department and the Park Board Commission to negotiate a long term use and development agreement with the Star of the Sea, LLC for use of a portion of Copeland Park for a docking facility and marina.REFERPass Action details Not available
13-0476 1 2012 Financial StatementsReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Financial Statements with Independent Auditors' Report as of December 31, 2012.RECEIVED AND FILED  Action details Not available
13-0477 1 2012 Single Audit ReportsReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Federal and State Single Audit Reports as of December 31, 2012.RECEIVED AND FILED  Action details Not available
13-0478 1 2012 Final Audit Communication ReportReportCity of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Independent Auditors' Report on Communications with Those Charged With Governance as of December 31, 2012.RECEIVED AND FILED  Action details Not available
13-0368 1 15.02 - Bethany Lutheran Homes (Eagle Crest South)OrdinanceAN AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Planned Development District - General to the Planned Development District - Specific to allow for a senior housing residential, rehabilitation, therapy, transitional care and recreational facility at 622 Bennora Lee Ct (Eagle Crest South). (Note: The Committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)REFERPass Action details Not available
13-0479 1 Bethany Homes - 2500 ft rule and 1% population waiverApplicationRequest of Bethany Lutheran Homes for waiver of the 2500 foot rule for a Community Based Residential Facility and 1% of population capacity limit in an aldermanic district for facility proposed at 622 Bennora Lee Ct. and amended resolution approving same. (Note: The Committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)REFER  Action details Not available
13-0502 1 Bethany Lutheran - Partial Waiver of Gundersen Development AgreementResolutionAmended Resolution approving partial release of covenants and restrictions included within Gundersen Lutheran Development Agreement. (Note: The Committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following such closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)REFER  Action details Not available
13-0574 1 20.16 public vehicle for hire repeal and recreateOrdinanceA SECOND AMENDED ORDINANCE to repeal and recreate section 20.16 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse regarding Public Vehicle for Hire Licenses.   Action details Not available
13-0575 1 Comprehensive Rezoning- Powell-Poage-HamiltonOrdinanceAN AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse by changing the zoning for substantial portions of the city - Comprehensive Rezoning for areas within the Powell-Poage-Hamilton Neighborhood.   Action details Not available
13-0576 1 Ord 25.01 re fees in Chapters 7, 8, 15 and 20OrdinanceAN AMENDED ORDINANCE to amend various ordinances and a portion of Section 25.01 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse relating to fees for licenses and/or permits in Chapters 7, 8, 15 and 20.   Action details Not available
13-0590 1 Rezoning - Gundersen Health System Wayfinding SignageOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Planned Development District - General to the Planned Development District - Specific allowing for new wayfinding signs on the Gundersen Health System campus (1801 and 1901 7th St. S., 700, 701 and 617 Bennora Lee Ct., 2221, 2121, 2101, 2108, 1843 and 1827 Sims Pl.) .   Action details Not available
13-0591 1 Rezoning - 957 Hood StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Local Business District to the Low Density Multiple District allowing for a four unit multi-family rental at 957 Hood Street.   Action details Not available
13-0592 1 Rezoning - 2200, 2204 and 2222 Avon StOrdinanceAN ORDINANCE to amend Section 15.02(B) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Light Industrial District to the Multiple Dwelling District allowing for seven (7) multi-family duplexes on lots located at 2200, 2204 and 2222 Avon St.   Action details Not available
13-0439 1 Main St ramp repairs additional appropriationResolutionResolution approving the appropriation of additional capital improvement program funds for the Main Street Parking Facility Repairs project.   Action details Not available
13-0483 1 Speed Indicator SignsResolutionResolution authorizing the purchase of Traffic Calming Speed Indicator Signs.   Action details Not available
13-0528 1 La Crosse Center RFP Remodel-RenovationResolutionResolution authorizing the preparation of a Request for Proposals, Notice to Contractors and advertising for proposals for a study on renovation, remodeling and/or expansion of the La Crosse Center.   Action details Not available
13-0530 2 Airport - GCR Incorporated ASCOS SoftwareResolutionResolution approving purchase of airport safety and operations compliance software and associated hardware.   Action details Not available
13-0532 1 LTE wagesResolutionSecond Amended Resolution adjusting wage rates for part time, seasonal and casual city employees.   Action details Not available
13-0533 1 Mayor directivesResolutionResolution rescinding reporting requirement of Mayoral departmental directives.   Action details Not available
13-0540 1 Airport - MechanicResolutionResolution approving a pay adjustment for the position of Airport Maintenance Person/Mechanic in the table of positions and classifications for the La Crosse Airport.   Action details Not available
13-0546 1 Port Security GrantResolutionResolution authorizing the Police Department to accept a DHS/FEMA Port Security Grant and appropriation of funds to purchase a police patrol boat, security cameras, and necessary equipment and supplies to enhance port and river security in the City of La Crosse.   Action details Not available
13-0550 1 PARC equipmentResolutionResolution authorizing appropriation of additional funds for the Parking Access & Revenue Control project.   Action details Not available
13-0551 1 G&B Utility TractorResolutionResolution authorizing release of funds in connection with purchase of municipal utility tractor.   Action details Not available
13-0555 1 Abolishment of Apportionment CommitteeResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Apportionment Committee.   Action details Not available
13-0557 1 Abolishment of Reapportionment CommitteeResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Reapportionment Committee.   Action details Not available
13-0558 1 Abolishment of Legislative CommitteeResolutionResolution approving the abolishment of the City of La Crosse Legislative Committee.   Action details Not available
13-0559 1 R&R City BuildingsResolutionAmended Resolution authorizing an RFP for Refuse and Recycling Services for City Buildings and Facilities 2014-2020.   Action details Not available
13-0562 1 La Crosse Center Facility Fee Increase Minimum 2013ResolutionResolution authorizing the La Crosse Center to adjust ticket price surcharge applicable minimums.   Action details Not available
13-0564 1 TRANSFER SWITCHResolutionResolution authorizing purchase of automatic transfer switch for emergency generator at Station 3.   Action details Not available
13-0565 1 2012-13 Crossing Guard ReportReportAnnual Report by Police Department regarding School Crossing Guard locations for the 2012-2013 Academic Year.   Action details Not available
13-0566 1 Dental InsuranceResolutionResolution authorizing the Director of Human Resources to secure services with Delta Dental for the Union sponsored voluntary dental plan for the term January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014.   Action details Not available
13-0567 1 Resolution appropriating funds for private contractor to assist with clearing snow from public sidewalks for the 2013-14 seasonResolutionAmended Resolution appropriating funds for private contractor to assist with clearing snow from public sidewalks for the 2013-14 season.   Action details Not available
13-0568 2 International Business Park Outlots and Trail PlanResolutionResolution appropriating funds to include the International Business Park to the ecological and trail planning efforts with regard to the La Crosse County Landfill.   Action details Not available
13-0569 2 Resolution authorizing Engineering Dept to streamline process of demolishing structures condemned by Bldg & Inspections DeptResolutionResolution authorizing Engineering Department to streamline the process of demolishing structures condemned by the Building & Inspections Department.   Action details Not available
13-0570 2 Resolution authorizing Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Relocation of Facilities Agreement with Xcel Energy for the Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSFResolutionResolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Relocation of Facilities Agreement with Xcel Energy for the Oak Street Bike/Pedestrian Bridge over the BNSF.   Action details Not available
13-0572 1 New fountain at Gillette & Kane StsResolutionResolution authorizing new drinking fountain at Gillette and Kane Sts.   Action details Not available
13-0573 1 Bike Ped PlanResolutionAmended Resolution re-appropriating funding sources for the preparation of the Bicycle-Pedestrian Master Plan.   Action details Not available
13-0577 1 LA CROSSE FIRE DEPARTMENT 2014 STRATEGIC PLANReportLa Crosse Fire Department 2014-2018 Strategic Plan.   Action details Not available
13-0586 1 La Crosse Municipal Boat HarborResolutionAmended Resolution authorizing legal proceedings to terminate the lease and eviction of La Crosse Municipal Boat Harbor, Inc. from the Isle La Plume Boat Harbor. (Note: The committee, Committee of the Whole and/or Common Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. Following the closed session, the committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.)   Action details Not available
13-0589 1 801 La Crosse St - Exception to Design StandardsApplicationRequest for Exception to Multi-Family Housing Design for property located at 801 La Crosse Street relating to off-street parking and amended resolution approving same.   Action details Not available