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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Board 09-13-1988AGENDA ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS September 13, 1988 9:00 A.M. Courthouse Hudson Compiled by Chairman Norman E. Anderson CALL TO ORDER _ f INVOCATION: Pastir ak Stoehr, Trinity Lutheran Church, Hudson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ROLL CALL: CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS SESSION Adoption of Agenda ANNOUNCEMENTS: ELECTION DAY Reading of Rule 20, Debate; Rule 22, Addressing the Board Date of next Session: October 11, 1988;Spec. Session Oct. 25 APPOINTMENTS: OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Includes consideration and action on Second Reading Resolutions and Ordinances) �. Ordinance to Amend St. Croix County Zoning Ordinance 2. Ordinance recommending approval for Rezonement of Land to Ag-Residential from Agricultural, Town of Troy. ,3`. Ordinance recommending approval for Rezonement of Land to Commercial from Ag-Residential, Town of Stanton. 4. Ordinance recommending approval for Rezonement of Land to Ag-Residential from Agricultural, Town of Stanton. 5.'' Ordinance recommending approval for Rezonement of Land to Commercial from Agricultural, Town of Stanton 6. Ordinance recommending approval for rezonement of land to Industrial from Ag-Residential, Town of St. Joseph Resolution regarding Vacating Portion of Adams Street in Village of Hersey Resolution regarding Youth Suicide Prevention 9 Resolution regarding Disease of Aids Resolution regarding Reimbursement for General Relief Resolution recjuesting Adoption of St. Croix County Emergency Government Plan Report of Emergency Government Plan, Supr. Jacobson _-T Discussion of future of St. Croix County Farm -Suer. Bradley .:. Waste Management Report 10:00 a.m. ".,,- Nursing Home Sale 11:00 a.m. 1.6�y r Report of budget preparation �1. Rules & Regulations, to include mileage reimbursement rate FIRST READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES 1. Resolution adding to County Trunk System NEW BUSINESS, 1". Transfer of funds to the Sheriff's Budget �! ty-` F M norIty—Repo-rt---regarding personnel matters, Supr. Caflish .3. New position requests, Personnel Committee -14-`Report of Erosion Control Plan, Supr. Willink -5`: Transfer of Funds for County Fair Board 6. Request for out. -of -state travel Committee & Board Reports Farmland Preservation Applications Mileage & Per Diem Report Correspondence Announcements Adjournment (THE ABOVE AGENDA IS NOT NECESSARILY IN ORDER OF PRESENTATION) Regular Session Tuesday September 13, 1988 County Board of Supervisors called to order by Chairman Anderson. Invocation by Pastor Roger Stoehr, Hudson Trinity Lutheran Church; followed by pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Roll Call by County Clerk: 29 present, 2 absent (excused). Consideration of the minutes of the August Session. Motion by Supr. O'Conne l I , 2nd by Supr. Barker to adopt the minutes, with following corrections/clarifications noted regarding Johnson rezoning: "Committee Chair Dorsey indicated that the committee recommends denial. A zoning map of St. Joseph adopted by the County Board in 1982 shows no Industrial zoning in the area of this factory;"" . . . shows that the land to be rezoned is ag- residential and that there is no industrial zoning in that area." "The Town Board passed two motions: to deny with the recommendation that the County give Mr. Johnson up to one year to relocate his business; and to approve on the basis that the petitioners file a rezoning request back to ag-residential within one year;" "Quentin WeinzierI, a St. Joseph Town Board member, spoke, . . ." "Surrounding property owner Henry Lentz, who states he owns the driveway used by the factory, explained to the Board that he understood the use to be ag-residential." Chairman Anderson announced that the session has been published in the media of the county, and welcomed al l guests and members of the press. The next regular session will be October II at 9:00 a.m., with the budget hearing scheduled for October 25 at 9:00 a.m. Motion carried. Motion by Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Dull to adopt the agenda, with amendment to omit item regarding minority report of personnel matters. Motion carried. Election day noted by Chairman Anderson, as well as change from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for Emergency Government Meeting, scheduled for September 15. Waste Management Committee Chair Wi I I ink announced that committee wit I meet this date at 12:40. Rules #20 and #21 read by County Clerk, regarding the proper manner to address the Board. .R • r � si11,12117A,201 Ordinance to Amend St. Croix County Zoning Ordinance presented for discussion. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. WiIIink to postpone matter for action in October since no public hearing has been held. Motion carried. ORDINANCE #213(88): recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to Ag-Residential from Agriculture; pertains to petition of J. Nelson, Town of Troy. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Speer to approve. Discussion. Motion carried. ORDINANCE #214(88): recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to Ag-Residential ea ntial from Agriculture; pertains to petition of V. Kunze, Town of Stanton. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to approve. Discussion. Motion carried. ORDINANCE #21 S(88): recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to Commercial rom Ag-Residential; pertains to petition of A. Struemke, Town of Stanton. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to approve. Discussion. Motion carried. ORDINANCE ##21 6(88): recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to Commercial—Trom Agricultural; pertains to petition of R. Johnson, Town of Stanton. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to approve. Discussion. Motion carried. RESOLUTION ##18(88): regarding Vacating Portion of Adams Street in Village of Hersey. Motion by Supr. Evjen, 2nd by Supr. Bradley to approve. District Attorney Lundell indicated that the County Board has the authority to vacate an unplatted parcel per statute. Discussion. Motion carried. RESOLUTION ##19(88): regarding Youth Suicide Prevention. Motion by Supr. O'Conne I I , 2nd by Supr. Bailey to adopt. Discussion. Motion carried. Ordinance regarding approval for rezonement of land to industrial from Ag-Residential; pertains to petition of Michael & Diane Johnson, Town of St. Joseph. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Nelson to postpone action to the October Regular Session. Discussion. Matter was originally tabled from the August Session. Motion carried. RESOLUTION ##20(88): regarding Disease of Aids. Motion by Supr. O'Connell, 2nd by upr. Bailey to adopt. Discussion. Motion carried. RESOLUTION ##21(88): regarding Reimbursement for General Relief Administration. Motion by Supr. O'Conne I l , 2nd by Supr. Bailey to adopt. Discussion. Motion carried. RESOLUTION ##22(88): requesting Adoption of St. Croix County Emergency Management Plan. Motion by Supr. Jacobson, 2nd by Supr. Dull to adopt. Discussion. Supr. Jacobson submitted a summary of the Emergency Government Plan for the board's review, which now includes SARA. Motion carried. County Farm Report: Supr. Bradley addressed the future of the county farm, noting the historical perspective and original intent of the facility as therapuetic for the nursing home residents. Further, due to recent legislation, the county farm revenues will no longer be counted in the shared revenue formula. Reference made to Senator HasdorfIs correspondence of 6/30/88, wherein he noted that the amount of revenue in 1988 did not affect the amount of shared revenue received, and if the county continues at the maximum level, the farm revenue will no longer impact the amount received. In summary, Supr. Bradley stated that he sees no rationale for maintaining the farm since there is no longer a financial incentive, a current dairy surp I us, and he opposes the county's position of competing with the private dairy farmers in the county. Further, he suggested that the county sell the farm, and place the funds in escrow to offset the cost of the new jail facility. Supr. Sumner also supported this position, noting that the county is current I y in debt and that there are more important concerns for the taxpayers. Human Services Farm Sub Committee Chair Caf I i sch indicated that the farm has been at a break-even point for the past three years. Supr. Bradley also referred to information received from the ASCS office, wherein the amount earned by the farm from the Con -mod i ty Cred i t Corp. i s I i sted; and, the number of hours of labor received by the county farm from the Dept. of Corrections without charge through their community service project. He emphasized that these benefits are not enjoyed by other county farms. Supr. Swenby questioned selling the farm at this time, since there are no expenditures. Motion by Supr. Bradley, 2nd by Supr. Sumner to study the feasibility of the county farm, including projected costs; refer back to the full Board at the next session. Discussion. Roll call vote: 15 yes, 14 no. Chairman Anderson referred matter to the Extension, Education, & Resource 4 Corrmittee for study. Motion by Supr. Sumner, 2nd by Supr. O'Connell to include the Human Services Farm Sub -Committee with the Extension Committee in the study of the county farm. Motion carried. Waste Managernent Report: Committee Chair WiIIink introduced Assistant District Attorney Timmerman, who provided an update to the board with reference to recent court decisions that affected the incinerator project. ARR Representative Dan Warren presented a progress report, noting that the incinerator is in full operation, and is currently awaiting all test results of mandated performance tests. At this time the results received indicate that the facility is well below the legal limits of various chemicals. County Planner Thompson addressed the board, noting that there was an average of 84 tons per day of waste processed in August. A cleansweep program is being coordinated with Pierce County. Discussion regarding payment of legal fees for solid waste concerns. Motion by Supr. Sinclear, 2nd by Supr. Swenby to refer authorization for payment of legal fees for solid waste matters to the fu l I County Board for prior approval before any expenditures or work is completed. Discussion. Motion carried. Chairman called short recess. Nursing Home Sale: Following recess, Personnel Committee Chair Drax I er aac dressed —the Board. He indicated that the comni t tee met jointly with the Human Services Board and AFSCME Assoc. Director Gillespie to discuss concessions for health center union employees. He introduced Steve Weld, labor negotiator for the county. His report included the proposal submitted to the Human Services Board and Personnel Committees for their consideration. Presentation informational only, and no action taken. Supr. Swenby introduced AFSCME Associate Director Gillespie, who asked the Board to also consider similar treatment of non - represented employees with respect to wages and benefits. Questions addressed. Chairman Anderson referred matter back to committees for further consideration. Board adjourned for lunch recess. NEW BUSINESS Chairman Anderson cal led the meeting to order fo 1 lowing lunch recess. Roll Call by County Clerk: 29 present, 2 absent (excused). New Position Requests: Report by the Personnel Committee as presen—nteT—Ey Chair Drax1er. Motion by Supr. DraxIer, 2nd by Supr. Hop to recommend the establishment of a new position, namely Dispatcher, with anticipated cost of $24,130-$25,500; position to be established as soon as possible. Discussion. Roll Call vote: 29 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Motion by Supr. DraxIer, 2nd by Supr. Bai ley to approve two new positions, namely Income Maintenance Assistants, with anticipated cost to the county of $3,446; positions to be established effective October I. Discussion. Roll Call vote: 27 yes, 2 no. Motion carried. Discussion regarding the Hay Study. Motion by Supr. Stephens, 2nd by Supr. Cox to revoke the Hay Study employee evaluation system, currently being used as a too[ for evaluating non - represented employees. Matter not on the agenda for action, and therefore cannot be considered. Chairman Anderson referred matter to the next session. 3 Budget preparation addressed by Finance Committee Vice -Chair Swenby. He noted that the committee will be reviewing budgets September 21-23, with intentions to present the budget material to the full County Board during the October 11 Session. Further discussion regarding the Hay Study employee evaluation system. Motion by Supr. Stephens, 2nd by Supr. Sinclear to suspend any wage adjustments per the Hay Study tool until the October Regular Session, at which time the procedure will be reviewed. Discussion. Supr. Draxler explained that the County Board has accepted adjustments up to January 1, and that there would be no further adjustments up to that point. Supr. Stephens withdrew motion, and no action taken. Question by Supr. Kinney regarding employee evaluation team review material, and its availability to the members. Personnel Director indicated that these records are available. Matter of rules and regulations, to include mileage reimbursement. General Services Vice -Chair Giese indicated that the committee took no action regarding this matter. Regarding nursing home, motion by Supr. Barker, 2nd by Supr. R. Peterson to move on the nursing home sale. Supr. Speer remarked that this motion is out of order since the actual intent is not on the agenda as adopted. Supervisors Peterson and Barker withdrew the motion. No action. Transfer of funds: Regarding the transfer to the Sheriff's budget, Finance Director Steel explained that due to a change in labor laws, the county is now required to compensate the investigators for overtime worked. Motion by Supr. O'Brien, 2nd by Supr. Giese to approve the transfer of $20,000 from the General Fund to the Sheriff's budget for the investigators' overtime wages. Roll Call vote: 28 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Regarding transfer of funds to the County Fair Board, motion by Supr. Nelson, 2nd by Supr. Dull to approve transfer of $6500 from the General Fund to the County Fair budget. Discussion. Supr. Nelson indicated that the costs for salaries, printing, electrical and demolition exceeded the original budget. He also i nd i cated that the Fai r Board i s attempt i ng to set up a fee for anyone using fair space for storage. Roll Call vote: 24 yes, 2 no. Motion carried. Soil Erosion Control Plan: Land Conservation Committee Chair WilliW introduces —bounty Conservationist Chuck Christenson. He noted that the plan was prepared by the West Central Regional Planning Commission for the Land Conservation Committee, in compliance with the Wisconsin Statutes and Wisconsin Administrataive Code. Soil erosion data was collected for the entire county by 40-acre cells, with findings of significant soil loss levels. The committee recommended a plan to include information and education for county landowners, with estimated costs for implementation of $985,072. The department is currently utilizing an extensive computer database to monitor and coordinate the program. Motion by Supr. Wil link, 2nd by Supr. Dull to approve the St. Croix County Soil Erosion Control Plan and submit such to the State Board. Motion carried. Regarding first reading of resolutions, motion by Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Giese to waive. Motion carried. Committee reports: Supr. O'Brien reported that Deborah Paulson has been hired as the new County Librarian, effective October 3. Council on Aging member Evjen reported on local fund raising efforts by the COA office, with monies to be used for transportation needs. Emergency Government Committee Chair Speer indicated that three replacements on the committee are being sought. Supr. O'Brien reported that representation to the Wes tCAP Board from St. Cro i x County wi l l be reduced from two to one, per their directive. m Government Center/Jail Study Report: ad -hoc advisory committee representative Hop reporter that the committee chose the firm of HSR from Madison and LaCrosse as the architect for the new foci I i ty project. Mot i on by Supr. Speer, 2nd by Supr. Stephens to accept the firm of HSR as the architect for the St. Croix County Government Center. Motion carried. Farmland Preservation Applications: Motion by Supr. WWII ink, 2nd Fy Apr. Du I I to re er the f o I T-owing app I i cat ions to state: M. Meath, Town of Emerald; J & N Thompson, Town of Ki nn i ck i nn i c; R. Lawstuen, Town of Glenwood; P & J Scepurek, Town of Forest; J. Lund, Town of Eau Go I I e; V & E Lee, Towns of Eau Go I l e & Cady; M & B Stene, Town of Eau GoIIe; G & S Fregine, Town of Eau GoIIe; B & B Kohler, Town of Emerald; D & M Rasmussen, Town of Springfield; and, L & J LaBeree, Town of Glenwood. Motion carried. Per Diem Report: County Board of Supervisors, total amount paid for August- ,508.96 (expenses incurred by August 31 in the County Clerk's Office for audit, not to exceed payment for expenses incurred beyond 90 days, per County Board rule). Motion by Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Hop to approve. Motion carried. Correspondence: card of appreciation from the Sumner family and Man hey ami y. Motion by Supr. Stephens, 2nd by Supr. O'Brien to adjourn. Motion carried. Norman E. Anderson, Chairman St. Croix County�Board of Supervisors Respe tfu y s mitted, J,L I Ann Bar e St. Croix County Clerk 5