On this Tuesday evening, Mayor Lois called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. starting with roll call. Roll Call: Aldermen Robert Prailes, Peter Girolamo, Steve Rauch, Robert Miller, Katie Simenson, Kent Strong, Thomas Vos and John Thate. Also present were: Police Chief Scot Eisenhauer; Department of Public Works Utilities Supervisor Dick Pieters; Department of Public Works – Streets and Parks Supervisor Larry Gobel; Library Director Gayle Falk; Treasurer Bridget Lois; City Administrator Kevin Lahner; Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator Patrick Scherrer; City Engineer Tom Foht, Kapur and Associates, Inc and Attorney Tom Kircher.

Citizen Comments – Mr. Marc Deriaz, 3011 South Browns Lake Drive, Town of Burlington, expressed his concern with the increase in the surcharge on the hangars at the Burlington Airport. Mayor Lois stated that the airport is still working on determining the most adequate fees for both new hangars and those that have just made improvements.

Mr. Greg LeMieux, 156 Karyl Street and Ms. Carol Reed, 417 Herman Street, both City of Burlington, expressed their desire to take over the Burlington Farmers Market. Mr. LeMieux explained that they would like to run the market on Washington Street on a Wednesday or Thursday afternoon starting at 3:00 p.m. and ending at 7:00 p.m. every week for 26 weeks. Ms. Reed stated that she has spoken with several vendors that would love to come back to Burlington, as well as several local business that would also like to be involved.

Alderman Girolamo questioned if the plan was to completely close the block of Washington Street and if all of the vendors would remain open until 7:00 p.m. Mr. LeMieux stated that the intent was to close off the block of Washington Street, behind the Library, and try to feature a different vendor each week to encourage all vendors to stay open until the close of the market.

Mayor Lois agreed with the direction of the Farmers Market and asked that both Mr. LeMieux and Ms. Reed continue to work with the City to get this service up and running as quickly as possible.

Chamber of Commerce Representative – Mr. David Scott, Past President of the Chamber informed the Council of the upcoming Chamber event on Sunday, April 6, 2008. The Burlington Kiwanis, in conjunction with Aurora Health Care, are sponsoring Flap Jacks and Fitness at the Burlington High School. He also announced that Hi-Liter Graphics has been recognized by RAY MAC for being the family friendly company of the year. Finally he noted that on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the Cotton Exchange is the Chambers New Look Awards Ceremony. He again wanted to thank the City for the great working relationship that the Chamber maintains with them and the City government.

Mr. Craig Faust, Hi-Liter Graphics, Inc., questioned if there was anything that could be done to make the recent STH 83 closure go any smoother for City residents and businesses located in the Burlington Manufacturing and Office Park (BMOP). Mayor Lois stated that he was extremely disappointed with the DOT and their lack of announcement of this closure and apologized for any inconvenience this has caused.

Approval of Minutes – Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Rauch seconded to approve the minutes of March 4, 2008. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Letters and Communications – Alderman Prailes moved and Alderman Rauch seconded to approve Communication A regarding the Western Racine County Health Department 2007 Annual Report.

Ms. Kristin Schultz, Supervisor of the Western Racine County Health Department and Ms. Cyndi Armstrong, RN Western Racine County Health Department presented the 2007 Annual Report to the Council. Ms. Armstrong, RN, informed the Council that on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the Burlington Health Department, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., there would be a medicine collection day where any prescription drugs and pet medications would be collected and disposed of properly.

All were in favor and the motion carried.

Administrator Lahner informed the Council that after speaking with the DOT, they agreed to display road closed signs and detour signs immediately regarding the STH 83 closure. He stated that the understanding the City had was that there was going to be local traffic allowed through, however the DOT’s definition of local traffic is only the homeowners on that road and not the local businesses (BMOP). He also stated that he was under the impression that the DOT had sent out letter to the area businesses and residents informing them of the road closure, which they failed to do. He explained that unfortunately the businesses in this area would have to use the detour until that section of the work is completed.

Alderman Vos asked that a strong letter be sent to the DOT regarding the poor handling of this issue.

City Engineer Tom Foht, Kapur & Associates, Inc. informed the Council that there is a limited area closed approximately 500 – 1000 feet south of Yahnke Road.

Police Chief Scot Eisenhauer stated that the original person involved with this project is no longer there and that some businesses did receive letters. He stated that he had officers deliver a letter from him personally that explained the reason and time of the closure of STH 83. He also noted that Hwy 11 will be closed starting in October for reconstruction and an article would be put in the newspaper with all of the details. He also stated that there was great cooperation with all of the City departments in handling a fire at 357 W. Market Street.

Department of Public Works – Streets and Parks Supervisor Larry Gobel, informed the Council that the Clean Sweep would be on April 19, 2008. He also noted that some of the worst City roads would be repaired by the DOT in the coming year.

Mr. Foht informed the Council that on April 2, 2008 the traffic signal analysis would be in. This report would explain how the signals would be programmed throughout the City.

Alderman Thate voiced his concern over the timing of the lights at the railroad crossings, as well as the extreme pothole situation at the Jefferson Street crossing. Mr. Gobel stated that he would contact the railroad to see what could be done.

Mayor Lois questioned why the clock on Bridge Street is not working. Mr. Gobel stated that the power for the clock comes from the comfort station. He stated that he would check into getting the clock up and running.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Girolamo 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 Prailes moved and Alderman Vos seconded to approve pre-paids in the amount of $87,623.15 on March 6, 2008 and $169,602.76 on March 13, 2008 totaling $257,225.91; vouchers in the amount of $204,565.62 on March 18, 2008 and Reimbursements in the amount of $311.30 on March 14, 2008 for a grand total of $462,102.83. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Simenson, Prailes, Rauch, Girolamo, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

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

Middlecamp, Karen A.

Schneider, Eric R.

Scherrer, William H.

Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Vos seconded to nominate David Wawrzyniakowski to be appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals. This appointment will take place at the May 6, 2008 City Council meeting. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 8:07 p.m.

There were no comments.

Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Rauch seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 8:08 p.m.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 8:09 p.m.

There were no comments.

Alderman Miller moved and Alderman Strong seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 8:10 p.m.

Mayor Lois opened the public hearing at 8:10 p.m.

There were no comments.

Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor and the motion carried. The public hearing was closed at 8:11 p.m.

110. A resolution to approve certifying the Official Map as provided in the Municipal Code Section 60-8.

113. A resolution to approve the purchase of a new patrol vehicle for the Police Department for the not-to-exceed amount of $21,905 plus set up, title and license fees.

114. A resolution to authorize a final resolution for sidewalk reconstruction associated with the 2008 Street Improvement Program and at various locations where complaints were received and to levy special assessments against the benefited properties.

115. A resolution to revise the area of the airport to which preconstruction surcharge applies, amending the per-foot surcharge and providing for refunds of the surcharge were applicable.

116. A resolution to approve Task Order Number Fifty-Eight with Kapur and Associates, Inc. for the 2008 City of Burlington Street and Sidewalk Improvement Program, for the not-to-exceed amount of $86,349.00.

118. A resolution to approve an Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for Alan and Jeanne Meyer for property located at 2520 Cedar Drive in the Town of Burlington, within the City’s Extraterritorial Plat Jurisdiction.

121. A resolution to approve the award for the construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, Phase One to C. D. Smith Construction, Inc. for the not-to-exceed amount of $3,190,000.00.

Alderman Strong requested a second reading of Resolution No. 110, A resolution to approve certifying the Official Map as provided in the Municipal Code Section 60-8. Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Rauch seconded to adopt Resolution No. 110. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Rauch requested a second reading of Resolution No. 113, A resolution to approve the purchase of a new patrol vehicle for the Police Department for the not-to-exceed amount of $21,905 plus set up, title and license fees. Alderman Rauch moved and Alderman Vos seconded to adopt Resolution No. 113. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 114, A resolution to authorize a final resolution for sidewalk reconstruction associated with the 2008 Street Improvement Program and at various locations where complaints were received and to levy special assessments against the benefited properties. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Girolamo seconded to adopt Resolution No. 114. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Strong requested a second reading of Resolution No. 115, A resolution to revise the area of the airport to which preconstruction surcharge applies, amending the per-foot surcharge and providing for refunds of the surcharge were applicable. Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Vos seconded to adopt Resolution No. 115. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 116, A resolution to approve Task Order Number Fifty-Eight with Kapur and Associates, Inc. for the 2008 City of Burlington Street and Sidewalk Improvement Program, for the not-to-exceed amount of $86,349.00. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Prailes seconded to adopt Resolution No. 116. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Strong requested a second reading of Resolution No. 118, A resolution to approve an Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for Alan and Jeanne Meyer for property located at 2520 Cedar Drive in the Town of Burlington, within the City’s Extraterritorial Plat Jurisdiction. Alderman Strong moved and Alderman Simenson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 118. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: Rauch. The majority was in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Vos requested a second reading of Resolution No. 121, A resolution to approve the award for the construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, Phase One to C. D. Smith Construction, Inc. for the not-to-exceed amount of $3,190,000.00. Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Simenson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 121. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

28. An ordinance to amend the Official Traffic Map by adding a yield sign on Smith Street at Oak Street.

Alderman Rauch requested a second reading of Ordinance No. 28, An ordinance to amend the Official Traffic Map by adding a yield sign on Smith Street at Oak Street. Alderman Rauch moved and Alderman Simenson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 28. Roll Call: Ayes: Strong, Prailes, Girolamo, Simenson, Rauch, Miller, Vos and Thate. Nays: None. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Alderman Prailes asked Attorney Kircher if it was either unethicial or illegal for a father and son to serve on a Council at the same time. Attorney Kircher stated that it is neither unethical or illegal.

Mayor Lois noted that Alderman Strong would be absent from the April 2, 2008 meeting so he wanted to thank Alderman Strong for his services to the City as an alderman.

Alderman Vos moved and Alderman Strong seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Recording Secretary – Angela M. Hansen