HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Board 6-14-1983ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Tuesday, June 14, 1983
Courthouse --Hudson
9:00 a.m.
Compiled by Chairman Norman E. Anderson
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION: Pastor Keith Carpenter, First Covenant, River Falls
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS SESSION
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Reading of Rule 20 - Debate and Rule 22 - Address the Board
Welcome to all Guests and Press
Any appointments
Any announcements - WCBA Regional Meeting June 23-in Menomonie, Nat'l Association
of Counties in Milwaukee on July 16, County Board Convention --
September, June Dairy Recognition: St. Croix County N.F.O.
St. Croix County Farm Bureau
St. Croix County Farmers Union
St. Croix County D.H.I.A.
Production Credit Association
(River Falls)
Request for out -of -State Travel
Any other announcements
Date of next session - August 9, 1983
COMPUTER PROPOSAL PRESENTATION
OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
(Consideration and action on second reading resolutions and.ordinances)
1. Resolution placing Juvenile Intake/Probation Offices under Department of
Social Services
�,j;.Resolution regarding setting rate of pay schedule for�Part-time Deputies
. . Ordinance:16Recommending amendments to Parks ordinance
4. Ordinance:? Aezonement to Ag-Res. from Commercial--Q. Boucher, Star Prairie Township
5. Ordinance:'7iRezonement to Ag-Res. from Ag.--James T. Woodruff, Troy Township
6. Ordinance: Rezonement to Commercial from Ag-Res. recommending denial, David
_,A. Wachter, Somerset Township
7. Ordinance:%Request for rezonement of Town of Rush River
8. Revision of County Board and Committee Rules
EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS: /7
1. Resolution regarding Electronic Data Processing (Computer) System for St. Croix County
2. Resolution regarding EDP Coordinator position ✓' /f
3.4-Resolution regarding State Trust Fund Application for telephone system "'do
4.,,� Resolution adopting St. Croix County Outdoor Recreation Plan - /
5.(,Resolution recommending committee change for subject of ambulance subsidies-,1W
6. Resolution regarding number of jurors comprising a jury*--:
7. Resolution regarding real estate transfer fees ./ a
8. Resolution recommending review of WI Statute concerning hazardous duty retirement
NEW BUSINESS:
1. First Reading Resolutions
2. 1897 Building --Future use (developer's proposal or demolition) 1:15 p.m.
3. Private Industry Council (Employment Training)
4. Film --Dam Safety, Who is Responsible? 3:15 p.m.
5. Civil Defense Planning
6. Possible CLOSED SESSION per'WI Statute 19.85 (1) g to discuss pending litigation
7. Committee and Board Reports
8. Farmland Preservation Applications
9. Mileage --Per Diem report
CORRESPONDENCE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
(The above agenda is not necessarily in order of presentation)
ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Regular Session
Tuesday June 14, 1983
9:00 A.M.
County Board of Supervisors called to order by Chairman Anderson.
Invocation by Paster Keith Carpenter, First Covenant, River Falls.,
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present.
Roll Call by County Clerk. 29 present, 2 absent.
Consideration of the minutes of the last session. Motion by Supr.
Stephens, 2nd by Supr. Timmerman to accept. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chairman Anderson read Rules 20 and 22 as follows: "Whenever any
member wishes to speak or deliver any matter to the Board he shall
rise and address himself to the Chair, confine his remarks to the
question under debate and avoid personalities. The member who shall
rise to address the Chair shall speak first. When two members rise
to speak at the same time the Chair shall name the member who is to
speak first.
Any person not a member of the County Board desiring to address the
County Board on any subject shall first obtain permission from his
or her Supervisor. In case of objection, such person must have a
simple majority consent of the Board.
Notice of session has been published in the media throughout the
county, as prescribed by law. All guests and mem bers of the press
welcomed. Chairman Anderson announced the following new committee
assignments: Parnell Pederson will be appointed to complete the
unexpired term of Merlin Swanson on the Health Committee; Highway
and Bridges Committee, and the Council on Aging.
Gerald Plourde will be appointed to replace J. Sherman Peterson on
the Public Protection Committee. Roscoe Garske will be appointed to
replace William Shay on the General Services Committee, including
serving on the Personnel Committee as a representative from General
Services. Henry Lowe will be appointed to replace Thomas O'Keefe on
the Library Board. Motion by Supr. Lowe, 2nd by Supr. Hop to accept.
Motion carried by the Board..
The Chair also announced that the Wisconsin County Boards Association
regional meeting will be held on June 23 at the University of Wiscon-
sin, Stout at 10:30. Participation by Committee representatives
was encouraged. He also announced that the National Association of
Counties annual meeting will be held in Milwaukee July 16-19 at the
Convention Center. The County Clerk expressed an interest in attend-
ing the meeting, and sharing travel and room expenses with another
Clerk. Chairman Anderson indicated that the Registration Fee could
be waived if the Clerk worked during a specified time at the conven-
tion. Motion by Supr. Nelson, 2nd by Supr. Sias approving her at-
tendance as waiving the fee. Discussion followed. Motion by Supr.
Timmerman, 2nd by Supr. Brown to amend the motion, and to allow the
Clerk to attend as a regular registrant, thus paying the Registration
Fee of $175.00, and not limiting her attendance to meeting events.
Motion carried, as amended.
Chairman Anderson recognized June Dairy Days in St. Croix County.
Supr. Draxler indicated that milk is being _ provided in the courthouse
during June by the St. Croix County NFO, St. Croix County Farmer's
Bureau, St. Croix County Farmer's Union, St. Croix County DHIA, and
the Production Credit Association in River Falls.
District Attorney, Eric Lundell introduced Eric Johnson and Bruce
Pagel as his new staff of Assistant District Attorneys. The Board
recognized and received them with applause.
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Chairman Anderson announced a revision to the Agenda, to include
another Emergency Resolution, to be numbered nine, namely Resolu-
tion Amending Flood Plain Map. This revision has been announced in
county news media. The next County Board Session will be August 9,
commencing at 9:00 A.M.
EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS
Chairman Anderson requested Computer Study Chairperson, T. O'.Connell
to present the computer proposal to the members. County Clerk Berke
read the resolution.
RESOLUTION #17(83): Authorizing Purchase of EDP System for St. Croix
County. Motion by Supr. O'Connell, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to accept.
Presentation followed.
Supr. O'Connell discussed the committee formation, extensive study
involved by committee members, and the selection process, recommending
Hewlett-Packard, Pacific Management Systems Corporation, and Eau Claire
County as the successful bidders. Lee Roy Dixson, Consultant from the
State Department of Revenue was introduced. He indicated that ten
proposals were considered, and that the successors were selected after
a regimented evaluation process. On -Site installations in the state
were observed. The process included cost-effectiveness.
Dudley McBride, Representative of Hewlett-Packard Co., St. Paul office
was introduced. He presented the specific components of the system
proposed for St. Croix County, including security of information and
environmental concerns of the EDP room. The implementation schedule
was presented. John Laugen of Pacific Managements Systems Corporation,
Burnsville discussed the software systems proposed for the county. He
maintained that his programs are "state-of-the-art," and that his com-
pany is involved with government systems, only. Steve Edelman of Eau
Claire County presented the software applications that his county
proposed for St. Croix County, which would include a support agreement.
Dixson discussed the priorities in regard to the implementation plan.
Initially the personnel payroll, and financials will be implemented,
based on the best interests of all county departments. The Health
Center and Highway Department will also be initial users of the sys-
tem due to requirements of the state, and existing data processing
needs.
Members of the Computer Study Committee were called upon to present
individual interests of the EDP System. Doris Kuefler, Assistant
Administrator of the Health Center, addressed the members. She indi-
cated that the three accounts, namely Unified Board, Nursing Home,
and the Farm will be implemented. She discussed the immediate need
for converting to a data processing system. Jill Berke, County Clerk
discussed the immediate need for the implementation of payroll and
the financials for the county, as well as her office's interaction
with all the county departments. Rich Loney, Office Manager of the
Highway Department discussed the feasibility of identifying problem
areas in different roads in the county, and the computer's capability
to assist with improved efficiency in this area. It is anticipated
that the EDP System would assist with construction programs, resulting
in less maintenance costs. Committee members, Dick Thompson, Land
Use Planner, and Mary Yonan, Administrative Assistant to the County
Board were also recognized.
Committee Member, Jim Steel, Finance Director for the county, addres-
sed the members regarding the financial aspect of the EDP System. He
indicated that projected costs for the acquisition of the hardware
and software would be $615,000.00 over a five-year period. He rec-
commended that the county borrow the amount of $260,000.00 from the
State Trust Fund at the interest rate of 74 per cent in 1983.
The discussion following, included the county's improved efficiency,
time -savings to the departments, and any personnel changes. It is
anticipated that the county will not need to hire new clerical staff
and that no employees will be laid off due to the automated system. r
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Supr. Day questioned the township's role with Tax Rolls, and if the
EDP System would coordinate with the townships. Edelman of Eau Claire
County responded that the system will maintain tax rolls, produce
tax statements, and maintain all balances against the principals.
Supr. Stephens reported that the townships are anxious to cooperate
with the county's 'EDP System, and that this will help standardize
all towns. Land Use Planner, Dick Thompson indicted that all the
county departments unanimously support the automated system.
A Roll Call vote followed. 29 yes, 0 no. Motion carried, and
resolution adopted.
Supr. Shay moved to retain the Computer Study Committee as a working
committee through the implementation of the EDP System. Motion 2nd
by Supr. S. Peterson. Motion carried.
Chairman Anderson recessed the Board for a ten-minute recess.
Board called to order, following recess. Continuation of Emergency
Resolutions.
RESOLUTION #18(83): EDP Coordinator position. Motion by Supr. Shay,
2nd by Supr. O'Connell to adopt. The salary range of $19=24;000.00
was indicated by Supr. Shay. Finance Director Steel indicated that
Consultant Lee Roy Dixson has offered to assist with the hiring pro-
cess. Roll Call vote, 29 yes, 0 no. Motion carried, and resolution
adopted.
OLD BUSINESS, RESOLUTIONS,
Second Readings, ORDINANCES
The Resolution placing Juvenile Intake/Probation Offices under the
Department of Social Services was brought to the floor for discussion.
Supr. R. Peterson moved that the decision to transfer these offices,
be postponed until August Session, for further study. Motion 2nd
by Supr. O'Keefe. Discussion. Supr. Shay wished to continue debate
at this time, and he called attention to the justification being a
financial one. Supr. Brown questioned the change, considering that
the Juvenile Intake/Probation Department appears to be operating
smoothly with the present plan.
Supr. Lowe discussed the financial implications of the proposed trans-
fer, and requested that the Financial Director make a report. Steel
reported that there would be an annual net savings of $60,000.00.
It was his opinion that the financial advantage needed to be consider-
ed, but that perhaps other aspects of the transfer might nullify this
advantage.
Director of Social Services, Robert Sanden responded to questions
regarding the actual proposed transfer to his department. He indi-
cated that the Juvenile Intake/Probation Department would physically
move to the old courthouse building for increased integration. The
duties would continue in the same manner, unless the workload changed.
The question of a former trial change, which previously occurred,
was addressed by Sanden: A 24-hour intake service was tried for a
ninety -day period. He felt that this was not totally satisfactory
for the courts.
Supr. Shay informed the Board members that the General Services
Committee recommended that the transfer occur; Personnel Committee
made a similiar recommendation with one dissent; Public Protection
Committee recommended the same, four in favor, two against. Motion
by Supr. Lowe to lay on the table until after lunch, 2nd by Supr.
Timmerman. Supr. Timmerman indicated that other counties in the
state are moving in the direction of positioning Juvenile Intake/Pro-
bation Services under the Court. He questioned St. Croix County's
reasons for moving away from this trend.
The question of any personnel problems that might result from this
transition was a concern of Supr. O'Keefe. He referred this to the
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Personnel Committee to study more completely. Supr. Evjen indicated
that the Juvenile Intake/Probation Office must have a decision by
mid -August for the purposes of a report that is due at that.time.
Motion carried to adjourn until after the noon recess.
SESSION RECONVENED
OLD BUSINESS ORDINANCES (Cont.)
Chairman Anderson called the meeting to order, following the noon
recess. Roll Call , resulting in 28 present, 3 absent. The Resolution
regarding the transfer of Juvenile Intake/Probation Services was brought
back to the floor by a motion by Supr. Stephens, and 2nd by Supr.
George. Motion carried.
The question was placed on the floor, postponing the decision of the
proposed transfer until August. Motion carried.
1897 Building Committee Report: Motion by Supr. Hop, 2nd by Supr.
Dorsey to extend the deadline for action to October 1, 1983 for
further study by the committee. Discussion. Supr. O'Keefe report-
ed that consideration be given to a possible merger of Social Ser-
vices and Health Care Services in the county. Supr. Hop reported
that a primary concern has been for the maximum compatibility between
the 1897 Building and the new Nursing Home. Supr. Shay asked the
members to consider any plans for adding to the new courthouse, and
what impact of tearing down the 1897 Building might have.
Supr. S. Peterson introduced Vergil Florhaug of Construction, Analy-
sis and Management, Inc., Minneapolis and asked that he report on
a cost analysis of demolition of the building and figures reflecting
conversion of the building. He projected a cost of $132,000.00 to
tear down the building, and $57.00 per square foot for conversion
to office spaces. Remodeling would have to consider the historical
aspect as well as changes for efficient heating of the building.
Former county board supervisor, Solum expressed that he felt the
building does not justify renovating, and should be demolished.
Resident of New Richmond, Bernard Klopp, as introduced by Supr.
Lowe, indicated that he has been on the study committee, and has
attended all public hearing regarding the 1897 building. He urged
the board members to consider remodeling the building. It was the
interest of Supr. Draxler to obtain cost estimates for remodeling
the first floor for office space, and to delay consideration of any
other plans. He felt that the ownership should be maintained by
the county. Holy Family Hospital Administrator, Mr. Michels ad-
dressed the members as to the question of any stigmas that might
exist of the former and original use of the building as an "asylum.
He indicated that this stigma no longer prevails.
The motion on the floor followed with a Roll Call vote, 27 yes, 1 no.
Motion carried. Motion by Supr. Draxler to get estimates for remodeling
the first floor for office space, and delaying any other plans for
remodeling. Motion 2nd by Supr. Lowe. Discussion concerning more
specificity of potential uses of the offices, and if an architectural
engineer should do this study. Roll Call vote, 16 yes, 12 no.
Motion carried.
Motion by Supr. Lowe, 2nd by Supr. Brown to transfer $3,000.00 from
the heating fund to be used for a preliminary drawing for possible
office use of the first floor of the 1897 Building. Discussion.
Supr. Evjen requested that the committee consider handicap codes
when studying the cost estimates. Roll Call vote, 20 yes, 8 no.
Chairman Anderson called for recess until 3:30.
SESSION RECONVENED
OLD BUSINESS, ORDINANCES (Cont.)
FARMLAND PRESERVATION APPLICATIONS
Meeting called to or er by Chairman Anderson o owing afternoon
recess. Continuation of discussion regarding the 1897 Building
Committee Report. Motion by Supr. Evjen, 2nd by Supr. Sias to bring
,quotations for estimates and drawings to the August meeting. Motion
carried.
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Supr. Draxler introduced to the members Greg Zwald, dairy farmer
in St. Croix County, who represented a volunteer group of dairy
farmers in St. Croix in the promotion of dairy products. The group
contributed cheese for the afternoon recess for county board members.
Applause received from the members, commending his efforts.
Chuck Christenson St. Croix County Conservationist, presented a
film entitled, "Dam Safety --Who is Responsible?" to the board. Dis-
cussion followed relating the film to the dams in St. Croix County.
The members thanked Mr. Christenson for presenting the information.
County Clerk Berke presented Farmland Applications as follows:
Referred to the state: Ivan Hanson, Eau Ga.11e Township. Referred
to committee: Scott J. & Rita M. Buhr, Forest Township; Gene Ditt-
man, Cylon Township; Sherman A. & Mary L. Kiekhofer, Emerald Township;
Ronald H. & Terri L. Heinbuch, Emerald Township. Motion by Supr.
Nelson and 2nd Supr. S. Peterson to refer respectively to the state
and committee. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #19(83): Setting Rate of Pay Schedule for Part-time
Deputies. Resolution amends Schedule AM to delete "rate of pay
includes uniform allowance." (2) to delete "rate of pay includes
uniform allowance, and changes the hourly wage to $5.84 for Parttime
Deputy subject to parttime wages for county work, as paid by the
county. Section (3) remains the same. Motion by Supr. Shay, 2nd
by Supr. George to accept, as amended. Discussion. Sheriff Burke
indicated that this is a good schedule. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE #76(83): Recommending Approval of Amendments to the St.
Croix County Parks Ordinance. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr.
George to accept. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE #77(83): Recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to
to Agricultural -Residential from Commercial. Refers to the petition
of Quentin Boucher, Star Prairie Township. Motion by Supr. George,
2nd by Supr. Kelly to accept. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE #78(83): Recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to
Agricultural -Residential from Agricultural. Refers to petition of
James Woodruff, Troy Township. Motion by Supr. Day, 2nd by Supr.
O'Connell to accept. Motion carried.
Ordinance Recommending Denial for Rezonement of Land to Commercial
from Agricultural -Residential. Refers to the petition of David A.
Wachter, Somerset Township. Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr.
S. Peterson to accept recommendation. Discussion. Supr. Plourde
introduced Mr. Wachter, the petitioner. He indicated that he plans
to build a office warehouse, and possibly a mini -storage facility
for renting space. Supr. George indicated that the original intent
for the building was to sell fireworks, and that neighbors in the
area were opposed to this plan. The primary reason for denial was
that the township did not take a position on this issue. Supr. R.
Peterson indicated that the township should take a definite position
before confronting the county board. Supr. Kelly, who voted in the
affirmative of the rezoning, felt that there was little objection from
the surrounding residents, and that this land is between two lots,
currently zoned commercial. Motion by Supr. Stephens, 2nd by Supr.
Draxler to table and send back to the township for their decision.
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE #79(83): Recommending Rezonement of the Town of Rush
River from Agricultural -Residential District to Agricultural District,
with Exceptions. Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr. Kelly to accept.
Motion carried.
EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS :(Copt.)
RESOLUTION #20(83): Regarding State Trust Fund Application for
Telephone System. Motion by Supr. O'Connell, 2nd by Supr. R.
Peterson to adopt. Roll Call vote, 24 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
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RESOLUTION #21(83): Adopting the St. Croix County Outdoor Recreation
Plan. Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr. Garske to adopt. Motion
carried.
Resolution discussed,Recommending Committee Change for Subject of
Ambulance Subsidies. Motion by Supr. Evjen, 2nd by Supr. Brown to
adopt. Question of what committee aubulance services should be
under. Moiton by Supr. Shay, 2nd by Supr. Day to table the resolution
until the August meeting in order to review further. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #22(83): Regarding Number of Jurors Comprising a Jury.
Motion by Supr. Evjen, 2nd by Supr. Spalding to adopt. Motion
carried.
RESOLUTION #23(83): Regarding ReAl Estate Transfer Fees. Motion by
Supr. Evjen, 2nd by Supr. Timmerman to adopt. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #24(83): Recommending Review of Wisconsin Statute Concern-
ing Protective Occupation Participants. Motion by Supr. Shay, 2nd
by Supr. Spalding to adopt. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #25(83): Amending Flood Plain Map. Motion by Supr.
Stephens, 2nd by Supr. George to adopt. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS, First Readings
Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to mail out first
readings of resolutions to Supervisors. Finance Director, Jim
Steel asked that special attention be given to the resolution re-
garding Tax Deeds. Motion carried.
MILEAGE & PER DIEM
COMMITTEE & BOARD REPORTS
General Services: Revision of County Board Rules and Regulations,
and Committee Rules as introduced by Supr. Evjen, Chairperson.
Clarification that per diem is to be paid to a:Supervisor attending
another committee meeting, if authorization is given. Authorization
from the Chairman or Parent Committee Chairperson must also be given
regarding noon meals. Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr. Pederson
to approve. Motion carried. Regarding mileage of Board Rules and
Regulations, clarification was made indicating that only the Super-
visor driving to authorized function can be reimbursed for mileage,
and not those Supervisors receiving a ride. Motion by Supr. Shay,
2nd by Supr. George to adopt. Motion carried. Lastly, revisions
regarding Revisions of Committee Rules was addressed. Motion by
Supr. Shay, 2nd by Supr. George to adopt. Motion carried.
Private Industry Council: Chairman Anderson reported that the
council members have been recommended, and that the committee is
awaiting approval from Governor Earl.
Civil Defense Planning: Chairman Anderson indicated that the Gover-
nor -:is studying the plan, inclusive of all disasters, and the commit-
tee is awaiting his response.
Civil Defense: Travel Request by Civil Defense Director to attend
national conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Estimated cost of the trip
is $600.00, of which 50% is reimbursed through the state. Motion by
Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Hop to accept. Motion carried.
Agriculture & Extension: Supr. Dull reported. He encouraged strong
attendance by County Board Supervisors to the St. Croix County Fair,
to be held July 28-31 in Glenwood City. Farm City Days will be host-
ed by the Russell Strate family farm on Saturday,, June 25. He re-
quested out-of-state travel for Youth Agent, Beth Timm to attend a
four -county exchange program. Motion by Supr. George, 2nd by Supr.
Stephens. Motion carried. Request also for County Agent Bretl to
attend a meeting in Wichita, Kansas in October. Bretl will receive
a Distinguished Service Award at that time. His budget includes
an allocation for this convention, the balance being paid by Bretl.
Motion by Supr. Hop, 2nd by Supr. Day to approve. Motion carried.
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Mileage & Per Diem: Unified Board, April Expenses paid in May, 1983:
Miscellaneous Income: $920.00; Mileage: $224.80; TOTAL: $1,144.80.
St. Croix County Highway Committee, Pay Period ending May 31, 1983:
Per Diem: $515.00; Expenses: $137.35; TOTAL: $652.35. County
Board Supervisors, for May, 1983: Per Diem: $5,625.00; Mileage:
$1,272.59; TOTAL: $6,897.59.
Motion by Supr. Heebink, 2nd by Supr. Pederson to approve. Motion
carried.
Unified Board: Supr. Stephens addressed to the Board a letter dated
May 24, 1983 to the Health Center regarding the Community Supportive
Care Program for the Chronically Mentally Ill. The letter indicated
that St. Croix County received national recognition as one of ten
model mental health programs. The recognition was received from the
National Association of Counties, Washington D.C. The Health Center
program received the New County USA Award in 1982. The program has
been in operation since 1978.
Committee for Juvenile Services: -Chairman Anderson requested the
General Services Committee to address the proper committee placement
for the Juvenile Intake/Probation Department. Motion-by-Supr. Dorsey,
2nd by Supr. Kelly to place under the Public Protection Committee for
voucher approval. Motion carried. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by
Supr. George to amend the aforementioned motion, to include place-
ment under the Public Protection Committee only until the August
Session. Motion carried.
District -Cooperator Agreement: County Clerk Berke referred to the
Agreement signed by Glen Radunzel of Baldwin specifying the provisions
of the Agreement. Chairman Anderson referred to the Extension, Agri-
culture, Education and Conservation Committee.
CORRESPONDENCE
The County Clerk read to the members the correspondence as follows:
Letter from Governor Earl, regarding the Board's position about
possible amendments in Sec. 70.365 Wis. Statutes; letter from Donald
Schneider, Senate Chief Clerk, regarding receipt of the county's
Resolution concerning request for an additional 25-cent issuing fee
for DNR licenses to the County Clerk's office. He referred this to
the Joint Finance Committee;letter from State Senator, James Harsdorf,
recognizing receipt of the resolution regarding the additional 25-
cent issuing fee to County Clerks' offices, the resolution regarding
property assessments as passed in the May Session, and the resolution
regarding St. Croix County's position on the proposed hunting license
reciprocity agreement with Minnesota; and, a letter from Representa-
tive Richard Shoemaker, regarding receipt of resolutions referencing
property tax statutes, big game license reciprocity, and increases in
game licenses. Correspondence will be placed in the file in the
County Clerk's Office.
Motion by Supr. Shay, 2nd by Supr. George to move into closed session,
per Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1) to discuss pending litigation. Roll
Call vote, 23 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
Motion by Supr. Stephens, 2nd by Supr. O'Connell to move out of
closed session. Motion carried. Motion by Supr. Shay, 2nd by Supr.
Pederson to adjourn the June Session. Motion carried.
Norman E. Anderson
Chairman, County Board
Respectfully Submitted,
Jill Ann Berke, County Clerk