On this Tuesday evening, Mayor Lois called the meeting to order at 6:55 p.m. starting with roll call. Roll Call: Kent Strong, Thomas Vos, Robert Miller, Joel Jacobsen, John Ekes, Peter Girolamo, John Thate and James Beardsley. Also present were: City Administrator, David Torgler; Department of Public Works – Streets and Parks Supervisor, Larry Gobel; Administrative Services Manager – Police Dept., Kim Hardesty; Fire Chief, Dick Lodle; Library Director, Gayle Falk; City Attorney, Thomas Kircher and Building Inspector, Patrick Scherrer.

Citizen Comments – Mr. Robert Vinci, 1117 Cooperhawk Drive, City of Burlington, wanted to applaud the Council on their hard work and dedication in working on the budget this year. He then voiced his concern that with the City working so hard to reduce their portion of the mill rate, what is the County doing to offset this. Mayor Lois noted that unfortunately the City has no control over what the County does with their monies and the City is working hard to do the best we can with the money we have.

Chamber of Commerce Representative – No report.

Approval of Minutes –Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Miller seconded to approve the minutes of November 9, 2006. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Letters and Communications – None.

Alderman Miller wanted to give kudos to the Mayor, City Administrator and the Police Department on their great job with the conversion to two-way streets.

Alderman Thate also commended the City for the success of the conversion. He also voiced concern regarding some large potholes on north bound Pine Street from State Street to Madison Street as well as the lane marking being so far back on North Pine Street (old Commerce Street). He also questioned why the railroad crossing downtown are getting so rough. Alderman Miller noted that Canadian National has been working from Mukwonago to the State line doing rail resurfacing and grinding of the rails.

Alderman Vos questioned when the lights at North Pine Street by Fred’s Burgers would stop flashing. Mr. Gobel, Department of Public Works – Streets and Parks Supervisor, stated that the railroad has to come to set up the preempt to the signal, so the estimated time would be November 27, 2006.

Alderman Miller asked Mr. Gobel if the stoplights at Kmart and Kwik Trip were the City’s responsibility for maintenance or the state’s. Mr. Gobel stated that they are state’s jurisdiction right now. Alderman Miller would like the lights on the north island to be fixed as they are leaning severely. Mr. Gobel stated that he would look into that matter.

Alderman Girolamo voiced his concern regarding how narrow Dodge Street has become now that it is two-way. He suggested that the parking in front of the old radio station be removed to allow more room.

Alderman Thate also voiced his concern over the corner of Bridge and Pine Street (by Jim’s Auto Body) and whether it could be cut to allow for better traffic flow. He noted that when semi trucks or school buses come through there they have to swing out in order to make the turn.

Mayor Lois noted that no changes are going to be made for at least four to six months to allow for the traffic patterns to flow and the give the conversion a chance.

Administrator Torgler noted that the City would work with the contractor on the signal at Milwaukee Ave. and Pine Street and leave it in its regular mode so that it cycles even on the weekends.

Mayor Lois informed the Council of the Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 7:00 a.m. at the Gateway Technical College building. He also noted that he received a letter from Yvonne Braunschweig complimenting all of the poll workers for their great work during this year’s election.

Alderman Ekes moved and Alderman Miller seconded to receive and accept reports 1-5. All were in favor and the motion carried. (These reports are on file at City Hall for viewing.)

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to approve pre-paids in the amount of $46,382.30 on November 8, 2006 and $55,561.73 on November 16, 2006 totaling $101,944.03 and vouchers in the amount of $98,885.09 on November 21, 2006 for a grand total of $200,829.12. Reimbursements were in the amount of $685.97 on November 10, 2006. Debit Card purchases were in the amount of $299.99 for City Admin.; $393.17 and $140.77 for the Police Department and $297.00 for the Library. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Jacobsen, Ekes, Miller, Vos, Thate and Beardsley. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to approve the licenses and permits as presented. All were in favor and the motion carried.

None.

1. A public hearing to consider suspension of the operator’s license for Dawn L. Baake pending the disposition of her current court cases.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.

Ms. Kim Hardesty, Administrative Services Manager – Police Dept., informed the Council that on September 5, 2006 Ms. Baake’s license was approved with a prior OWI and a pending OWI. Since that approval Ms. Baake has received an additional OWI and a hit and run offense. On behalf of the Police Department, Ms. Hardesty is requesting that her license be suspended until these cases are resolved.

Ms. Baake was present at the meeting and informed the Council that she is aware that she has an alcohol problem and is seeking help for that and would like to keep her license as it would allow her to keep her job.

Mayor Lois noted that Ms. Baake is trying to address these issues and is genuinely a good person.

Mr. Robert Venci, 1117 Cooperhawk Drive, City of Burlington, questioned if there was a way that the City could only allow the license to be used during a certain period. Attorney Kircher stated that the City is not allowed to control that.

Attorney Kircher clarified that tonight the Police Department is asking that Ms. Baake’s liquor license be suspended pending resolution of these cases, at which time if she is convicted of the charges a request for revocation would be brought forward.

Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Strong seconded to suspend the operator’s license for Dawn L. Baake pending the disposition of her current court cases. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong and Girolamo. Nays: Miller, Jacobsen, Ekes, Vos, Thate and Beardsley. The motion to suspend the operator’s license was denied.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 7:30 p.m.

2. A public hearing to consider an Ordinance to amend Section 315-26M "Prohibition of long-term truck parking unless screened from view" in the B-1, Neighborhood Business District of Chapter 315 "Zoning" of the City of Burlington Municipal Code.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 7:31 p.m.

There were no comments.

Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 7:32 p.m.

3. A public hearing to consider a resolution to approve to vacate a portion of Wegge Road lying east of Milwaukee Avenue in the City of Burlington, for reversion of title to such land to the abutting property owner, to name a newly constructed right-of-way north of the vacated Wegge Road, to rename Wegge Road lying west of Milwaukee Avenue, and to amend the Official Map of the City of Burlington to show the same.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 7:34 p.m.

There were no comments.

Alderman Ekes moved and Alderman Strong seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 7:37 p.m. 　

37. A Resolution to approve to vacate a portion of Wegge Road lying east of Milwaukee Avenue in the City of Burlington, for reversion of title to such land to the abutting property owner, to name a newly constructed right-of-way north of the vacated Wegge Road, to rename Wegge Road lying west of Milwaukee Avenue, and to amend the Official Map of the City of Burlington to show the same.

42. A Resolution to accept street and storm water conveyance improvements for The Glen at Stonegate Subdivision.

43. A Resolution approving a reduction in the Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit for the public infrastructure improvements for The Glen at Stonegate Subdivision.

44. A Resolution adopting the 2007 Budget for the City of Burlington.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 37, A resolution to approve to vacate a portion of Wegge Road lying east of Milwaukee Avenue in the City of Burlington, for reversion of title to such land to the abutting property owner, to name a newly constructed right-of-way north of the vacated Wegge Road, to rename Wegge Road lying west of Milwaukee Avenue, and to amend the Official Map of the City of Burlington to show the same. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to adopt Resolution No. 37. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Jacobsen, Ekes, Vos, Thate and Beardsley. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Miller requested a second reading of Resolution No. 42, A resolution to accept street and storm water conveyance improvements for The Glen at Stonegate Subdivision. Alderman Beardsley excused himself from any discussion or voting on this item. Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to adopt Resolution No. 42. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Jacobsen, Ekes, Vos and. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Miller requested a second reading of Resolution No. 43, A resolution approving a reduction in the Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit for the public infrastructure improvements for The Glen at Stonegate Subdivision. Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to adopt Resolution No. 43. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Jacobsen, Ekes, Vos and. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Miller requested a second reading of Resolution No. 44, A resolution adopting the 2007 Budget for the City of Burlington. Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Ekes seconded to adopt Resolution No. 44. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Jacobsen, Ekes, Vos, Thate and Beardsley. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

20. An Ordinance providing for the salaries of elected officials and working conditions of appointed officials and non-represented employees of the City of Burlington.

Alderman Miller requested a second reading of Ordinance No. 20, An ordinance providing for the salaries of elected officials and working conditions of appointed officials and non-represented employees of the City of Burlington. Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Jacobsen seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 20. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Jacobsen, Vos and Beardsley. Nays: Ekes and Thate. The majority was in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Girolamo informed the Council that there would be a ribbon cutting for the new dog park on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Alderman Girolamo also gave the Council a list of the area businesses that have been guilty of selling alcohol to minors. He wanted the Council to think about making a stiffer fine for those individuals and businesses that are selling alcohol inappropriately. Discussion ensued regarding the culpability of businesses and individual’s selling alcohol to minors. Mayor Lois asked that the Police Department look into this issue further to determine if there are any additional penalties that the City can award.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

Recording Secretary – Angela M. Hansen