City Hall  
City of La Crosse, Wisconsin  
400 La Crosse Street  
La Crosse, WI 54601  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Common Council  
Thursday, October 12, 2023  
6:00 PM  
Council Chambers  
City Hall, First Floor  
Mayor Mitch Reynolds, Presiding  
Roll Call  
13 -  
Present:  
Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Barb Janssen, Larry Sleznikow, Jenasea  
Hameister, Chris Kahlow, Mac Kiel, Mackenzie Mindel, Chris Woodard,  
Rebecca Schwarz, Jennifer Trost, Douglas Happel, Mark Neumann  
Pledge of Allegiance  
Invocation  
Moment of silence.  
Approval of Minutes  
A motion was made by Goggin, seconded by Sleznikow, to APPROVE minutes  
of September 14, 2023. The motion carried unanimously.  
Reports  
Financial Statements with Independent Auditors Report as of December 31,  
2022.  
23-1105  
2023-10-001  
A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Kiel, that the Report be  
RECEIVED AND FILED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
Single Audit with Independent Auditors Report as of December 31, 2022.  
23-1106  
23-1172  
23-1189  
2023-10-002  
A motion was made by Dickinson, seconded by Kahlow, that the Report be  
RECEIVED AND FILED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
Engineering Monthly Progress Report.  
2023-10-003  
A motion was made by Mindel, seconded by Neumann, that the Report be  
RECEIVED AND FILED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
Financial Report from the Director of Finance for the Month of August 2023.  
2023-10-004  
A motion was made by Kahlow, seconded by Sleznikow, that the Report be  
RECEIVED AND FILED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
Notices and Discussions  
Larry Sleznikow noted that the Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan will be getting an  
update and shared the many opportunities available for public input.  
Mayor Reynolds noted that he issued a proclamation for White Cane Safety Day, which  
is on October 15th. He also noted that this week is National Fire Prevention week and  
thanked staff members intently involved in Oktoberfest events. He noted a very  
successful Indigenous Peoples Day, an event that has grown over the years and this  
year the first traditional la crosse games in the last 200 years were played. The Mayor  
hosted first annual meeting Northern Grain Belt Ports in La Crosse. He also  
recognized of Doug Farmer for his service on La Crosse Center Board following his  
recent resignation.  
COMMON COUNCIL MATTERS  
Resolution approving 2023 Bills and Engineering Estimates paid in October  
23-1188  
2023.  
2023-10-005  
A motion was made by Kahlow, seconded by Sleznikow, that the Resolution be  
ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR  
Municipal Transit Utility Board: Appoint Andrew Ericson.  
23-1201  
2023-10-006  
A motion was made by Neumann, seconded by Dickinson, that the  
Appointment be CONFIRMED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
SUSPENSION OF COUNCIL RULE XV FOR THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:  
(2/3 Vote Required)  
A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Sleznikow, to SUSPEND Council  
Rule XV for items 23-1173 and 23-1174. The motion carried unanimously.  
ITEMS RECOMMENDED TO BE ADOPTED  
Resolution approving Request of Three Sixty Real Estate Solutions, LLC for  
extension on start of construction for development at 2415 State Rd pursuant  
to Municipal Code sec. 115-156(i)(1).  
23-1036  
2023-10-007  
A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Sleznikow, that the Resolution  
be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
12 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
1 - Woodard  
No:  
AN ORDINANCE to amend Section 44-71 of the Code of Ordinances of the  
23-1075  
City of La Crosse concerning the speed limit on a section of County Highway  
B.  
Ord. 5263. For complete ordinance, see p. _________ of Volume 12 of Ordinances.  
A motion was made by Trost, seconded by Kahlow, that the Ordinance be  
ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
10 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Schwarz, Trost  
2 - Happel, Neumann  
1 - Woodard  
No:  
Abstain:  
Resolution approving Application of Tellurian Behavior Health for a Conditional  
Use Permit at 1720 Jackson Street, allowing for a Community Living  
Arrangement.  
23-1076  
2023-10-008  
A motion was made by Trost, seconded by Dickinson, that the Resolution be  
ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
11 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kiel, Mindel, Schwarz,  
Trost, Happel, Neumann  
2 - Kahlow, Woodard  
No:  
Resolution approving and appropriating funds for the La Crosse Center  
improvements.  
23-1114  
2023-10-009  
A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Dickinson, that the Resolution be  
ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
ITEM RECOMMENDED TO BE REFERRED  
AN ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of  
23-0791  
the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Special Multiple  
Dwelling District to the Planned Development District - General allowing for  
construction of approximately 14 2-bedroom homes at 5917 River Run Rd.  
A motion was made by Kahlow, seconded by Janssen, that the Ordinance be  
REFERED 60 days to the December 2023 meetings. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
12 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Happel, Neumann  
1 - Trost  
No:  
ITEM PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA  
AN ORDINANCE repealing and recreating Section 101 Article III of the Code of  
23-0977  
Ordinances of the City of La Crosse regarding the City’s Comprehensive  
Plan.  
Ord. 5264. For complete ordinance, see p. _________ of Volume 12 of Ordinances.  
A motion was made by Kahlow, seconded by Schwarz, that the Ordinance be  
ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:  
13 -  
Yes:  
Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Hameister, Kahlow, Kiel, Mindel,  
Woodard, Schwarz, Trost, Happel, Neumann  
CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Mindel, seconded by Schwarz, to ADOPT the Consent  
Agenda. The motion carried unanimously.  
ITEMS RECOMMENDED TO BE ADOPTED  
AN ORDINANCE to repeal and recreate Section 101-3 of the Code of  
Ordinances of the City of La Crosse regarding certified survey maps for lot  
splits or alterations.  
23-1048  
Ord. 5265. For complete ordinance, see p. _________ of Volume 12 of Ordinances.  
Resolution approving a professional services agreement with MSA to review  
policies and ordinances for compliance with 2017 Wisconsin Act 67.  
23-1003  
23-1027  
2023-10-010  
Resolution approving Request of Paragon Square LLC for permission to apply  
for a Combination "Class B" Beer and Liquor license at 1904 Campbell Rd. for  
the license year 2023-24.  
2023-10-011  
Resolution amending Appendix C Fee Schedule regarding fee for review of  
certified survey maps in the La Crosse Municipal Code.  
23-1049  
23-1072  
2023-10-012  
Resolution approving Application of Casino LAX LLC for a Conditional Use  
Permit at 304 Pearl St, allowing permission to apply for a Combination "Class  
B" Beer & Liquor license.  
2023-10-013  
Resolution approving Second Amendment to the Development Agreement  
between Spies Construction, LLC and the City of La Crosse for the former  
Navy Reserve site.  
23-1083  
23-1100  
2023-10-014  
Resolution designating Downtown Mainstreet, Inc. as the concessionaire for  
the La Crosse Center, along with authorization for "Class B" Intoxicating  
Liquor Permit.  
2023-10-015  
Resolution changing the source of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds  
for residential development in the floodplain.  
23-1117  
23-1118  
2023-10-016  
Resolution authorizing public improvement and levying special assessments  
against benefited property in La Crosse, Wisconsin - Sanitary Sewer  
Construction on 21st Street S.  
2023-10-017  
Resolution authorizing public improvement and levying special assessments  
against benefited property in La Crosse, Wisconsin - Sanitary Sewer  
Construction on Sill Street.  
23-1119  
23-1120  
2023-10-018  
Resolution authorizing public improvement and levying special assessments  
against benefited property in La Crosse, Wisconsin - Water Utility  
Construction on St. Cloud Street.  
2023-10-019  
Various license applications pursuant to Chapters 4, 6, and/or 10 of the La  
Crosse Municipal Code for the license period 2023-2024 (October).  
23-1123  
23-1132  
23-1136  
2023-10-020  
Resolution reallocating funds for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan  
Update for community engagement and marketing.  
2023-10-021  
Resolution to approve adjusted wage rates for part time, seasonal and  
casual city employees effective October 13, 2023, and January 1, 2024.  
2023-10-022  
Resolution approving Unum for a voluntary employee paid vision plan,  
effective January 1, 2024.  
23-1173  
23-1174  
2023-10-023  
Amended Resolution approving an agreement between the City of La Crosse  
and ASI Flex to provide third party administration services for the City’s I.R.S.  
Section #125 Plan for a three (3) year term beginning January 1, 2024,  
through December 31, 2026.  
2023-10-024  
Adjournment  
Meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.