On this Tuesday evening, Mayor Lois called the meeting to order at 6:50 p.m. starting with roll call. Roll Call: Kent Strong, Robert Miller, Thomas Vos, Peter Girolamo, and John Thate. Alderman Joel Jacobsen was absent. Alderman John Ekes was excused. Also present were: City Administrator David Torgler, Police Chief, David Walsh, Department of Public Works Utilities Supervisor Dick Pieters, Department of Public Works Utility Manager Connie Wilson, Budget Officer Bridget Lois, Fire Chief Dick Lodle, Library Director Gayle Falk, City Engineer Tom Foht of Kapur and Associates, Inc., Linda Fellenz of Kapur & Associates, Inc., City Attorney Thomas Kircher and Building Inspector Patrick Scherrer.

Citizen Comments – Ms. Deb Rintamaki, City of Burlington Union Representative for Local 807, wanted to comment on Ordinance 26 on the agenda for consideration this evening. Ms. Rintamaki stated that as the Council was aware, four union employees were sent home unpaid on December 1, 2006 due to a snow emergency. She noted that on December 20, 2006 a grievance was filed with Administrator Torgler regarding the payment of time for these employees ($221.40). She also noted that this matter will be taken to the WERC to determine what a fair outcome is for these employees.

Chamber of Commerce Representative – Mr. Jamie Mangold, Chamber of Commerce Representative, informed the Council that the Chamber has just begun their Double Elimination Fund Raiser with tickets available at the Chamber for $150.00 each. Mr. Mangold also informed the Council that the Chamber is looking to make a few changes with this year’s street dance including the date change to August 16, 2007 and venue change to the ChocolateFest Grounds.

Approval of Minutes –Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Thate seconded to approve the January 16, 2007 minutes. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Letters and Communications – Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Vos seconded to approve Communication 1 regarding Alderman Beardsley’s resignation as Fourth District Alderman and Communication 2 regarding Alderman Ekes’ absence from this evening’s meeting. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Girolamo informed the Council that the VFW / Lions Club Super Bowl Party grossed approximately $5000.00.

Beverly Gill, City Clerk, informed the Council that she recently had discussions with the Burlington High School Art Department regarding the display of student’s art on the walls at City Hall. She noted that it would be monitored by both the Art Department at the high school as well as herself.

Dick Lodle, Fire Chief, informed the Council that the 2006 Annual report for the Fire Department is available for viewing at City Hall and on the website. He noted that call volume was up about 40% with fire loss down a significant amount and below the ten year average.

Patrick Scherrer, Building Inspector, noted that Menards has been issued their final occupancy and are up and running.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Vos 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 Girolamo seconded to approve pre-paids in the amount of $3,237,969.58 on January 16, 2007; $79,976.46 on January 18, 2007; $26,109.44 on January 25, 2007; $6,993.06 on January 25, 2007; $9,832.83 on January 25, 2007 and $54,033.81 on February 1, 2007 totaling $3,414,915.81 and vouchers in the amount of $178,391.43 on February 6, 2007 for a grand total of $3,593,306.61. Reimbursements were in the amount of $179.45 on January 19, 2007 and $880.84 on

February 2, 2007. Debit Card purchases were in the amount of $477.76 for the Finance Department; $40.64 for Wastewater; $2,488.12 for the Police Department and $110.87 for the DPW. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

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

Ammon, Laura L.

Jentsch, Bonnie K.

Luangpheth, Andrew X.

Weber, Jennifer A.

None.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 6:58 p.m.

Mr. Blaine Schneider, 2900 Bieneman Road, Town of Burlington, questioned what the improvements will be at the airport and why are they needed. Mayor Lois explained that all of the improvements are safety related. Administrator Torgler further explained that the fuel farm improvement that was noted, would allow fuel trucks to drop off a full load of fuel which would in turn allow the airport the best price. He also noted that electric overhead lines would be removed pursuant to a risk management recommendation. Finally he noted that the airport is looking to change the asphalt to concrete where the fuel farm pad is due to the asphalt not holding up to the fuel.

There were no further comments.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 7:00 p.m.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 7:00 p.m.

Mr. Bill Goulding, 424 Conkey Street, City of Burlington, questioned the Rd-2 zoning and if duplexes could be put in. Mayor Lois stated that it could be either single family homes or duplexes.

There were no further comments.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Thate seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 7:01 p.m.

46. A resolution approving the acceptance of water main utilities for the Falcon Ridge Condominiums.

54. A resolution approving a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Highway 36 II, LLC for property located in part of Government Lots Two (2) and Three (3) in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21, 2Township 3 North, Range 19 East and part of Outlot 1 and Outlot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2651, in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 22, Township 3 North, Range 19 East, all in the City of Burlington, County of Racine, State of Wisconsin.

55. A resolution conditionally supporting the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources purchase of 45 acres of land adjacent to the Fox River for the Statewide Habitat Areas Program.

56. A resolution petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid.

57. A resolution approving a Detailed Site Plan for an ALDI Food Store pursuant to Planned Unit Development Overlay Zoning.

58. A resolution approving the purchase of two new patrol vehicles for the City of Burlington Police Department for the combined total amount of $45,466, plus title and license fees.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 46, A resolution approving the acceptance of water main utilities for the Falcon Ridge Condominiums. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Strong seconded to adopt Resolution No. 46. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Miller requested a second reading of Resolution No. 54, A resolution approving a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Highway 36 II, LLC for property located in part of Government Lots Two (2) and Three (3) in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21, Township 3 North, Range 19 East and part of Outlot 1 and Outlot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2651, in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 22, Township 3 North, Range 19 East, all in the City of Burlington, County of Racine, State of Wisconsin. Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Vos seconded to adopt Resolution No. 54. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Strong requested a second reading of Resolution No. 55, A resolution conditionally supporting the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources purchase of 45 acres of land adjacent to the Fox River for the Statewide Habitat Areas Program. Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Miller seconded to adopt Resolution No. 55. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Girolamo requested a second reading of Resolution No. 56, A resolution petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid. Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Thate seconded to adopt Resolution No. 56. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 57, A resolution approving a Detailed Site Plan for an ALDI Food Store pursuant to Planned Unit Development Overlay Zoning. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to adopt Resolution No. 57. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Girolamo requested a second reading of Resolution No. 58, A resolution approving the purchase of two new patrol vehicles for the City of Burlington Police Department for the combined total amount of $45,466, plus title and license fees. Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Miller seconded to adopt Resolution No. 58. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

26. An ordinance amending the agreement 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. 26, An ordinance amending the agreement 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 Girolamo seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 26. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Miller, Girolamo and Thate. Nays: Vos. The majority was in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos voiced his confusion regarding the number of people being added to the Library Board as a result of the change in the by-laws. Gayle Falk, Library Director, informed the Council that currently on the Board there are five City representatives plus a representative from the School Board, one from the City Council and two representatives from the County. Due to the fact that Burlington falls within two counties, this change would allow up to five representatives from both Racine and Walworth Counties to be on the board instead of just the current two.

Administrator Torgler wanted to update the Council on the garbage issues in the City that were recently brought up. He noted that several of the businesses on Pine Street have their garbage out early in the front instead of in the rear of the buildings. He also stated that he spoke with several of the businesses and informed them of the issues with garbage blowing and creating a dirty looking downtown. He noted that both the businesses and Veolia are trying to work better to keep the downtown looking its best.

Mayor Lois entertained a motion to enter into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats 19.85(1)(c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. Alderman Girolamo moved and Alderman Miller seconded to enter into closed session at 7:17 p.m. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to reconvene into open session at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None.

Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Miller seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

Recording Secretary – Angela M. Hansen