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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Board 05-20-08 NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008 — 7:00 P.M. St. Croix County Government Center —1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, Wisconsin CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION: *Reverend Dan Bruch, Trinity Lutheran Church, Hudson, WI PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ROLL CALL ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR REPORT REVIEW OF AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA (Unless separation of an item is requested, all will be adopted in one motion.) 1. Minutes of Previous Session —April 15, 2008 2. Date of Next Meeting —June 17, 2008 — 7: 00 p. m. 3. Rezonings — none 4. Mileage and Per Diem APPOINTMENTS: 1. Board of Adjustment 2. Health and Human Services 3. Council on Aging and Disabilities OLD AND NEW BUSINESS 1. Appointment of County Supervisor District 8 2. Review and Acceptance of Goal Setting Report 3. Resolution Amending Rules and Bylaws regarding Board Chair Compensation COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS: UW- Extension Agents & Fair Association; Land and Water Conservation and Parks; Information Technology Department COUNTY CLERK'S REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE AND REZONING REQUESTS ANNOUNCEMENTS: ADJOURN (Items may be taken in different order) * Changes or Additions after the Preliminary Agenda ** Late Changes and Additions Official — approved 6117108 PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST.CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Regular Meeting May 20, 2008 Invocation given by Pastor Dan Bruch of Trinity Lutheran Church, Hudson, Wisconsin. Pledge of Allegiance recited. Meeting called to order by Chair Rebholz at 7:00 p.m. Roll call: 30 present; 1 vacancy (District 8) Administrative Coordinator Report: Administrative Coordinator Chuck Whiting reported the State posted a budget repair bill, but does not see anything that affects the county. Whiting stated he plans to attend more committee meetings and reminded Supervisors that committee minutes must be submitted within two weeks of the meeting. Whiting noted committee agendas should include a review of goals. Whiting briefly reviewed the goals and stated they will be placed on the county's website. Whiting distributed an example form for committees to address the initiatives on the goals. Whiting stated the county barn is being demolished this week. Review of Agenda: Chair Rebholz reviewed the agenda and noted forms are available if anyone from the public is interested in speaking. Consent Agenda: Motion by Supr. Borup, 2 nd by Supr. Ruetz to adopt the consent agenda approving the April 15, 2008 County Board proceedings; setting the next County Board meeting for June 17, 2008; and approving mileage and per diem for April 2008 in the amount of $9,125.81. Carried unanimously. APPOINTMENTS: Chair Rebholz stated County Board approval is necessary for appointments to the Board of Adjustment, Health and Human Services Board, and Council on Aging and Disabilities. Board of Adjustment: Motion by Supr. G. Peterson, 2 nd by Supr. Mortensen to approve the re- appointment of Supr. Malick for a three year term and to appoint Supr. David Peterson to fill an unexpired term to 2009 and Supr. Hurtgen to fill an unexpired term to 2010. Carried unanimously. Health and Human Services: Motion by Supr. Malick, 2 nd by Supr. D. Peterson to appoint Supr. Grant and Supr. Gerald Peterson fill an unexpired term to 2010; and appoint Supr. Marzolf, Supr. Luckey and Supr. Larson for a three year term each. Carried unanimously. Council on Aging and Disabilities: Chair Rebholz reviewed the recommended appointees. Supr. Malick asked if these appointments are for a two -year term. Chair Rebholz stated the term is being reviewed. Motion by Supr. Malick, 2 nd by Supr. Borup to appoint Supr. G. Peterson, Supr. Wentz, Supr. Schrank, Supr. Norton - Bauman, Sue E. Nelson, Lois Burn, Michelle A. Chevalier, Kristen Johnson, Vera M. Grant, Virginia E. Jacobson, and Ramsey A. Lee. Carried unanimously. OLD AND NEW BUSINESS 1. Appointment of County Supervisor District 8. Chair Rebholz announced notice regarding the vacancy in County Supervisor District 8 was distributed to municipalities located in this district and the media. County Clerk Campbell took four calls but none of those interested resided in the district. Chair May 20, 2008 Page 2of5 Rebholz explained he visited with people about this appointment and will continue to look for candidates. Chair Rebholz asked Supervisors to contact him if they have anyone to refer to fill this vacancy. 2. Review and Acceptance of Goal Setting Report. Vice Chair King stated Whiting reviewed some strategic initiatives during his report. Vice Chair King added the Administration Committee accepted the report and now needs County Board acceptance. Chair Rebholz felt report is a good report and is a start in the right direction. Motion by Supr. Ruetz, 2 °d by Supr. Schrank to accept the report. Carried unanimously. 3. Resolution #20(2008) Amending Rules and Bylaws Regarding Board Chair Compensation. Motion by Supr. Schrank, 2 °d by Supr. G. Peterson to approve. This resolution amends the Rules and Bylaws of the St. Croix County Board of Supervisors to include compensation, in addition to the regular per diem, for the County Board Chair to receive $200 per month for carrying out the duties of the office. This was approved in April, 1990 but was never added to the Rules and Bylaws. Supr. Wentz suggested the Chair's compensation be reviewed before the next election with consideration of the additional time the Chair spends doing county- related work and review an increase in compensation. Carried unanimously. Committee and Department Reports: UW- Extension Agents: Joan Sprain, UW- Extension Family Living Educator presented the UW- Extension report. Sprain reviewed the UW- Extension's strategic issues. UW- Extension responds to many county concerns including methamphetamine and other drug use; home foreclosures and rising cost of county services. Sprain reviewed programs offered by UW- Extension and named the agents working out of the Baldwin office and noted the new 4 -H agent, Marie Witzel, will be starting July 1, 2008. Sprain introduced Don Whitehall, Laurie and Randi Lee. Whitehall is a member of the Drug Court program and explained how the program has helped him and how the UW- Extension financial management education and nutrition/cooking classes have helped his family. Fair Board: Gail Maier, Vice President of St. Croix County Fair Board of Directors presented the Fair Board annual report. Maier distributed fair books to the County Board members and invited the Board to visit the St. Croix County Fair website at www.stcroixcofair.com Maier stated the fairground consists of a 41 -acre complex and highlighted other uses of the fairground. Maier indicated a PRCA Rodeo is scheduled for June at the fairgrounds. Maier reported 2007 fair attendance was estimated between 20,000 to 25,000 people with 6,147 exhibits judged. Maier stated there are 25 4 -H clubs in St. Croix County. Revenues were reviewed noting an increase in winter storage fees and vendor fees. Fairground improvements reviewed with plans to expand camping and provide more parking area. Maier highlighted proposed fairground improvements including a multi -use horse facility for year - round events, and a new exhibit building that would double as a multi -use building rented year -round for various events including meetings, weddings, etc. Maier noted in 2007 fundraising efforts began with a goal to raise $3.5 million. In 2007, $23,000 was raised from the sale of raffle tickets and the plan to sell raffle tickets in 2008. Maier indicated this year's fair is July 17 — 20. The Fair Board consists of fifteen directors. Maier thanked the Supervisors who have and who are currently serving on the Fair Board and the County Board for the continued support. Maier introduce Dick Sullwold, President of the Fair Board. Maier introduced the current Fairest of the Fair Anne Frank. Frank explained how 4 -H has helped her and noted highlights of the fair and experience as serving as St. Croix County's Fairest of the Fair. May 20, 2008 Page 3 of 5 Frank stated it's an honor to represent St. Croix County and invited members of the County Board to the fair. Land and Water Conservation and Parks: Bob Heise, Director of Land and Water Conservation and Parks Department reviewed activities, accomplishments and initiatives for the Parks Department. 2007 Park User Fees reviewed — Glen Hills $85,052; Homestead Park — $23,861; Troy Beach $10,405. History of camper fees were noted. Heise highlighted Land and Water Conversation programs including the Priority Watershed Programs — Lake Cluster and Kinnickinnic priority watershed. Heise noted the Rain Barrel Program is underway from a St. Croix Electric grant. Heise noted the high interest in this program and stated there is currently backorder of about 200 barrels. Heise highlighted the Earth Day event which was held at Camp St. Croix. Heise noted 2008 projects including: Amend Animal Waste Ordinance; Amend Land and Water Resource Management Plan; Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Development Plan and Implementation Plan for Willow River. Heise thanked the County Board, Finance Committee, Land and Water Conservation Committee and staff. Heise introduced Mike Reiter of the St. Croix County Sportsmen Alliance Club. Reiter stated the mission is to promote the interests of conservation, environmental education and outdoor recreation for the residents of St. Croix County. The Alliance Club was established in 1963. Current officers are President Kyle Kulow, Vice President Dave Larson and Recorder /Treasurer Mike Reiter. Reiter provided numerous continuing and current projects of the alliance club as well as future plans and projects. Reiter noted groups the alliance club works closely with and grant opportunities. Information Technology Department: IT Director Tom Boron submitted a written report. County Clerk's Report of Correspondence and Rezoning Requests: County Clerk Campbell reported a Planning and Zoning Committee rezoning hearing is scheduled for James and Jennifer Krueger to rezone approximately 10.4 acres from Ag- Residential to Commercial in the Town of Springfield. Announcements: Chair Rebholz announced the St. Croix County Child Support Agency was one of eleven Wisconsin county agencies to receive an outstanding achievement award. Chair Rebholz also noted Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) resolutions need to be presented to WCA by July 14, 2008. Supr. Crammer questioned the status of the Ad Hoc Meth Advisory Committee which was to have sunset in April, 2007. Chair Rebholz stated this will be reviewed by the Administration Committee. Chair Rebholz announced the Nursing Home Advisory Referendum Committee is scheduled to meet June 4 ffi after the Administration Committee meets. Supr. Hermsen requested Sheriff Hillstead explain the rationale of activities of the Patrol Captain's reprimand for use of a county vehicle and being arrested for drunk driving and asked the Sheriff attend the next County Board meeting. Chair Rebholz indicated he will review this with Sheriff Hillstead. Supr. Speer stated the Public Protection Committee discussed this in closed session and Sheriff Hillstead explained this to the Finance Committee at its May meeting. May 20, 2008 Page 4of5 County Clerk Campbell announced the 2008 Wisconsin Counties Association Annual Conference is scheduled for October 12 — 14 at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The deadline to register at a discounted rate is September 12 Campbell asked Supervisors to contact her if they are interested in attending. Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m. Roger Rebholz, Chair, St. Croix County Board of Supervisors Cindy Campbell, County Clerk Copies of resolutions, ordinances and Department Head reports may be obtained at the St. Croix County Clerk's office.