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ST. ClOIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERV I SORS
September 9, 1986
9:00 A.M.
Courthouse Hudson
Compiled by Chairman Norman E. Anderson
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION: Rev. Janet EIIinger, Harrmond United Methodist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS SESSION
Notice of meeting -published as prescribed by law in media of St. Croix
County
Adoption of Agenda
S: Solid Waste ConTn. to meet at t irne announced later
Reading of Rule 20, Debate; Rule 22, Addressing the Board
Date of next Session: October 14, 1986
Requests for Out -of -State Travel
APPO I NTN ENTS :
OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(Includes consideration and action on Second Reading Resolutions and
Ordinances)
1. Solid Waste Study Report 9:15 a.m.
2. Amended Resolution declaring County's intent to Establish
Facility for Recovery of Resources from Solid Waste
3. Resolution regarding Resource Recovery Facility
4. Resolution regarding Designation of the Lead Agency for the
Community Integration Program 11 for St. Croix County
5. Resolution concerning Reducing Programs resulting from
Reduction in State and Federal Aids to Minimize Local Tax
Increases
6. Resolution regarding the Proposed Sale of the Boody Property
7. Resolution regarding Highway Trust Fund
8. Ordinance recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to
Commercial from Ag-Residential, Town of Star Prairie
9. Ordinance recommending Approval for Rezonement of Land to
Agriculture -Residential from Agriculture, Town of Troy
10. Highway Jurisdictional Study update, Supr.Draxler & Marty
Beekman, Eau Claire District Transportation Office 11:30 a.m.
NEW BUSINESS
I. Hay Wage Study, Al Bennett 1:15 - 3:15 p.m.
2. Presentation on Ground Water Study, Sam Hoffman, University of
River Falls 3:30 p.m.
3. Budget Preparation
FIRST READING OF RESOLUTIONS
I. Resolution offering Highway Comnissioner Contract to
Thomas C. O'Keefe
EMERGENCY RESOLUTION:
Conrmi t tee and Board Reports
Farmland Preservation Applications
Mileage and Per Diem Report
Correspondence
Announcements
Adjournment
(THE ABOVE AGENDA IS NOT NECESSARILY IN ORDER OF PRESENTATION)
Regular Session
Tuesday, September 9, 1986
County Board of Supervisors called to order by Chairman Anderson.
Invocation given by Pastor Janet El linger, Han-mond United Methodist
Church.
Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag by all present.
Roll Call by County Clerk: 29 present, 2 absent (excused).
Consideration of the minutes of the August session. Motion by Supr.
Best, 2nd by Supr. O'Conne I I to approve the minutes. Motion carried.
Motion by Supr. Hop, 2nd by Supr. Speer to adopt the agenda as
presented. Motion carried.
Chairman Anderson announced that the notice of the session has been
published in the media of the county per state statute. Chairman
welcomed all guests and members of the press. County Clerk Berke read
Rules #20 and #22, regarding the proper manner to address the Board.
The date of the next Regular Session scheduled for October 14, 1986 at
9:00 G.M.
OLD & UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NEW BUSINESS
Solid Waste Report: Committee Chairman R. Peterson asked to make
presentation. He indicated that the Solid Waste Disposal Conmittee met
prior to the Board meeting, at which time a vote was taken for the two
vendors being considered, namely American Resource Recovery and
Northern States Power. The results of the committee vote were: ARR-9;
NSP-3. Motion by Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Sumner to adopt the
recomendation of the Solid Waste Disposal Committee, specifically
American Resource Recovery. Discussion. Supr. Draxler demonstrated
the savings with ARR vs. NSP due to the fact that a transfer station
would not have to be built with the ARR proposal. Motion removed from
the floor so that procedure for voting could be determined.
Motion by Supr. Lub i ch, 2nd by Supr. S i nc I ear to vote by paper ba I lot.
Motion carried. Discussion regarding meeting held in New Richmond
regarding the possible location of an incinerator near the city.
He indicated that there was not much opposition from the city if the
plant is located in the Town of Star Prairie. Motion by Supr. R.
Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Sumner to call for the question on ballots.
Motion carried.
Chairman appointed Supervisors Jensch and Dorsey to assist the Clerk
with the ballot distribution and count. Ballots were tallied and the
results as follows: American Resource Recovery-26; Northern States
Power-3.
RESOLUTION ##17(86): regarding the Resource Recovery Facility.
Pertains to the contract to be executed with American Resource
Recovery. Designation made as a result of the balloting by members.
Supr. R. Peterson thanked the vendors for the time and effort extended
to the county. Spokesperson for NSP and ARR also extended a thank you
to the Board. Supr. Jensch lead a round of applause for the tremendous
job that Committee Chairman Peterson did. Chairman Peterson discussed
the future plans of proceeding with the landfill search, and the
committee size. Motion by Supr. R. Peterson, 2nd by Supr. Best to
reduce the size of the Solid Waste Disposal Committee to five members,
and this to act as a first reading. Motion carried, and committee
make-up referred to General Services.
In regard to staffing, the committee recommended Assistant Planner
Anderson as the coordinator of the resource recovery project. Matter
of resolution to declare the County's Intent to Establish Facility for
Recovery of Resources from Solid Waste discussed. Motion by Supr.
Boche, 2nd by Supr. Jensch to refer back to the Solid Waste Disposal
Corrmittee this resolution. Discussion. District Attorney commented
that if a flow control measure is ever needed, that th i s should be kept
active, if it needs to be brought back to the floor.
Supr. Swenby indicated that he supports a flow control measure, even if
it isn't enacted. Assistant District Attorney Timmerman indicated
that flow control is a very complicated matter. Supr. R. Peterson
recommended that the con-mi t tee study this aspect within the next 4-5
months. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION ##18(86): approving Participation in Community Integration
Program If. Motion by Supr. Caflisch, 2nd by Supr. Bertelsen to adopt.
Discussion. Program to involve current staff only. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION ##19(86): concerning Reducing Programs Resulting from
Re— eduction in State and Federal Aids to Minimize Local Tax Increases.
Motion by Supr. Boche, 2nd by Supr. R. Peterson to adopt. Discussion.
Motion carried.
Resolution regarding the Boody property sale was discussed. Motion by
Supr. Boche, 2nd by Supr. Swenby to postpone resolution Authorizing
Sale of the Boody Property, indefinitely. Discussion. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION ##20(86): regarding Highway Trust Fund Monies. Motion by
Supr. Draxler, 2nd by Supr. Hop to adopt. Supr. Draxler explained that
the county is attempting to receive dollars back from the federal
government out of the gas tax. Discussion. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE ##153(86): recorrmend i ng Approval for Rezonement of Land to
Con -me rcial from Ag-Residential. Petition pertains to the petition of
K. Hexum, Town of Star Prairie. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr.
Jensch to adopt. Committee Chairman Dorsey stated that the committee
and Town Board approved this request. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE ##154(86): recorrmend i ng Approval for Rezonement of Land to
Agricul—tore-Residential from Agriculture. Pertains to petition of H.
Rohl, Town of Troy. Motion by Supr. Dorsey, 2nd by Supr. Jensch to
adopt. Committee Chairman Dorsey stated that the committee and Town
Board approved the request. Motion carried.
Chairman called a 15-minute recess. Session reconvened.
Committee & Board Reports: Chairman Anderson called for committee and
Boar —reports. Supr. Boche reported for the County Treasurer, noting
that tax certificates owned by the county (1981-1984 delinquent taxes),
totals $1,900,000. The taxes uncollected for 1985 totals $1,825,000,
and the total delinquent taxes amounts to $3,725,000. Recommendation
by Supr. Boche that a notice is forwarded to the Governor, State
Senator and Leg i s l ators that St. Croix County requests the gas tax be
in a dedicated fund. This to be considered as a first reading.
Budget Preparation: Report presented by Finance Committee Chairman S.
Peterson, in icating that the budget review will be conducted on
September 17-18-19. Consideration also being given to a public hearing
by the Finance Committee, for citizen input to the budget. Invitation
extended to all interested parties to attend budget meetings.
Supr. Bertelsen suggested that the committees specifically indicate
to department heads a budget figure, rather than departments stating
what is expected. Discussion regarding the method for the budget
process, as well as consideration for a 8-5:00 flexible schedule work
day. Supr. Caflisch asked that General Services investigate the eight
hour work day for county offices, and that this be placed in the form
Of a resolution, for action at the next session. Matter referred to
the Personne I ConTni ttee and Distr ict Attorney for work with Genera I
Services.
Highway Jurisdictional Study Update: Committee member Draxler
presented a summary of the committee's goals, since its formation in
April 1985. Introduction of Marty Beekman, Eau Claire District
transportation office. He indicated that the study uses the concepts
of functional classification, according to major and minor arterioles,
and co I l ector roads. He noted that the cr i ter is doesn't necessar i I y
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fit due to the differences on the eastern and western sides of the
county. He commended the committee and county for the work being
completed through the study. The final report will have
recorrrnendat ions for consideration by the Board.
Comments made by Highway ConTni ss i oner O'Keefe and Supr. Draxler
regarding those roads that need to be transferred to the state, county
or town, as a result of the road classification study. Questions
addressed.
Chairman Anderson called for the noon recess.
Session Reconvened, NEW BUSINESS
Session called to order by Chairman Anderson. Roll Call by County
Clerk: 29 present, 2 absent (excused).
Introduction by Supr. S. Peterson of Representative Shoemaker, who
reported on the Property Tax Study being conducted throughout the
state, and the matter of liability insurance problems. As a member of
these committees, he is working with the various municipalities to
hopefully formulate solutions to the problem areas. Questions
addressed.
Hay Performance Appraisal Program: Personnel Committee Chairman
Draxler introduced- Personnel Director Kathan, who indicated that the
committee has been working with Hay Management Consultants to develop
an employee evaluation tool. Kathan introduced Consultant Bennett, Hay
Management representative. He discussed the general philosophy of n
employee evaluation program. Recommendation to evaluate at least once
per year, with the responsibility for evaluation of Department Heads to
be directed to parent committees. Non-exempt employees to be evaluated
by Department Heads. Questions addressed. Bennett commended for his
presentation.
Ground Water Study: Land Conservation Committee Chairman Willink
intro ucea Dr. Sam Hoffman, Plant, Earth and Sciences Department, UWRF.
He referred to serious water problems in St. Croix County. He stressed
the need for the development of a hydrological and geological map of
the area, which would provide important base I i ne data. The costs for
such a county atlas series would estimate $42,455, which could be
funded for a 1-3 year period. He asked that the county make a
financial com-nittment toward reducing this serious problem.
Questions were addressed. Chairman Anderson referred matter to Land
Conservation Committee. Supr. Willink indicated that $6,000 now exists
in the LCC budget, and that possibly other departments could also
contribute. Supervisors Dorsey and Draxler supported working with LCC
to contribute funds. Dr. Hoffman thanked by Board for his report.
Supr. Willink also noted that an inspection fee of $4,750 will be made
of the four dams in the county in 1987. This is a fee that will be
paid to the DNR. Discussion
First Reading Resolution:, Motion by Supr. Speer, 2nd by Supr. Hop to
waive t—le first red icing of resolution offering Highway Commissioner
Contract to Thomas C. O'Keefe. Motion carried.
Committee Reports (continued): Committee Chrm. R. Peterson noted that
Social Services had the —Fr last meeting in September, since the Human
Services Board will now encompass Social Services, Public Health and
the Health Center programs.
Human Services Board Chrm. O'Connell stated that the committee needs to
designate representatives) to Personnel. Matter referred to General
Services and Personnel for assistance in restructuring the Board.
Agriculture and Extension Committee Chrm. Du I I stated that the state
will no longer be funding the position of 4-H Youth Agent, beginning in
1987. The committee is considering alternatives in order to continue
with the Youth Agent.
LCC Chrm. Willink noted that a new technician will begin with the
county this month. The committee has also initiated a policy for
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farmers that have a conservation plan completed, to be assessed $1.00
per acre.
Zoning and Emergency Government Chairs stated that replacements will be
in order January 1, due to the retirement of Administrator Barber.
Vice -Chairman Speer of Public Protection addressed questions relating
to the boarding of a horse by the county, for several months, due to
criminal charges filed against a resident for animal abuse. Finance
Conmittee directed District Attorney's office to pursue action against
this resident, with the intent to collect the restitution for horse
boarding. Supr. Speer also answered questions regarding the water
patrol boat, which sunk at the marina in Hudson. She was d i rected to
check the response of the marina owner, regarding his potential
liability of the boat damage.
Health Systems Agency representative Sumner reported that funding for
the agency wi I I be ending, and that counties are asked to contribute.
Discussion regarding the usefullness of HSA; matter referred to General
Services Committee.
Supr. Best reported that the working relationship with Regional
Planning is good, and that the house numbering project is underway.
Supr. Hop reported that an inventory of emergency medical equipment is
being completed, which will be in book form.
Chairman Anderson referred to correspondence from WCA regarding a check
received by the Nursing Home, in the amount of $84,178 in federal
financial participation as reimbursement for county property taxes for
1984. This matter referred to the Finance Committee.
Personnel Committee Chrm. Draxler indicated that the committee is
working on the performance evaluation program, and the position
replacement in January for the Zoning Administrator and Emergency
Government Director.
Site Selection Chrm. Evjen stated that the 20-acre site in the Village
of Hammond would be donated to the county for a new government center,
and that the village will provide sewer and water. The Nike site,
north of Roberts was toured; however much of the buildings are gutted
out, are in poor shape, and there is no water.
She indicated that an engineer looked at the plans of the East
Courthouse and the Jail Building, to study the possibility of building
additional floors. He stated that the current design did not allow for
an additional floor on either structure. Consideration also for
building the government center on 20-30 acres of the Boody property,
and selling the remainder.
Per Diem Report: County Board of Supervisors, total amount paid-$5,132
expenses incurred by August 31, and refers to all claims received in
the County Clerk's off ice for audit, and may include no more than 90
days expenses incurred by each Board member); Highway Committee, total
amount paid-$748.83 (claims incurred for expenses received by July 31);
Unified Board, total amount paid-$665.84 (claims incurred for expenses
by August 31). Motion by Supr. O'Brien, 2nd by Supr. Lubich to approve
the per diem reports as submitted. Motion carried.
Correspondence: County Clerk Berke referred to letter from Village
President Earl Dieltz, stating that the Somerset Village Board adopted
a motion on August 26, 1986 recommending that St. Croix County have a
county wide solid waste incinerator operation. Correspondence placed
on file in the Clerk's office.
Supr. Best commended Glenwood City for a grand Rustic Lore
celebration. Motion by Supr. Jensch, 2nd by Supr. Boche to adjourn.
Motion carried.
Norman E. Anderson, Chairman
St. C�oix County, Board of Supervisors
Res ctfui I)y /ybmitted_,
J i I i An Ese e
Croix County Clerk
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