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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Board 08-02-11 NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TUESDAY, AUGUST 2,2011- 9:00 A.M. St. Croix County Government Center, County Board Room 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, Wisconsin CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION: Larry Szyman - Faith Community Church, Hudson, Wisconsin PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ROLL CALL COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S 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 dune 7, 2011 and June 23, 2011 2. Date of Next Meeting- September 6, 2011- 9: 00 a.m. 3. Rezoning -*Steve and Robin Meyer Town of Baldwin, Ag-II to Ag-Residential PRESENTATION: APPOINTMENTS: Mary Ellen Bol to Local Emergency Planning Commission (requires County Board approval) OLD AND NEW BUSINESS 1. The Campaign to Build the Bridge - Mike Wilhelmi of Wilhelmi Government Affairs, Inc. 2. Resolution Approving the Plat of German Settlement Cemetery 3. Resolution Supporting Federal Funding of Community Action Agency Programs 4. Resolution Repealing Resolutions Relating to Hiring Freeze 5. Resolution Authorizing the Reallocation of Bond Proceeds 6. *Resolution Adopting Resolution Drafting and Review Policy 7. *Resolution Approving Labor Agreement Between St. Croix County and the Wisconsin Professional Police Association/Law Enforcement Employee Relations (WPPA) Union for 2011-2012 8. *Ordinance Amending Chapter 40 - Lodging, Recreation Facilities and Food Protection 9. *Amendments to St Croix County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 17 Zoning, regarding Definition of Livestock 10. Resolution Regarding Health Center Business Plan COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS: Highway Department and County Surveyor COUNTY CLERK'S REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE AND REZONING REQUESTS ANNOUNCEMENTS: ADJOURN (Items may be taken in different order) *Changes or Additions afler the Preliminary Agenda **Late Changes andAdditions 7/28/20113:42: 10 PM OFFICIAL MINUTES OF THE ST.CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Regular Meeting - August 2, 2011 The invocation was given by Pastor Larry Szyman of Faith Community Church, Hudson Wisconsin. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Meeting called to order by Chair Standafer at 9:00 a.m. ROLL CALL: 18 Present; absent and excused: Supr. Shearer COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: County Administrator Thompson reported on getting to know St. Croix County and County departments the last 40 days as serving as County Administrator. Thompson reported on the budget status and is developing a strategic plan to be addressed at the August 16th Committee of the Whole meeting. Thompson reported on standardizing department reporting to standing committees. Thompson thanked the County Board, Department Heads and county employees for the welcome and is looking forward to strong working relationships with them and local business leaders. REVIEW OF AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Supr. Schrank, 2nd by Supr. Larson to adopt the consent agenda approving the June 7, 2011 and June 23, 2011 County Board minutes, setting the next meeting for September 6, 2011 and approving Ordinance #799(2011) rezoning approximately 12.79 acres of land from AG-11 to Ag- Residential for Steve and Robin Meyer in the Town of Baldwin. Carried unanimously. PRESENTATION: None APPOINTMENTS: Motion by Supr. Malick, 2nd by Supr. Larson to approve the appointment of Mary Ellen Bol to the Local Emergency Planning Commission. Carried unanimously. OLD AND NEW BUSINESS 1. The Campaign to Build the Bridge - Mike Wilhelmi of Wilhelmi Government Affairs, Inc. Chair Standafer provided a brief history of the coalition formed regarding the Stillwater Bridge. Michael Wilhelmi provided a history of the crossing project, stakeholder goals and agreement, environmental elements, historic preservation for downtown Stillwater and existing lift bridge reviewed. Wilhelmi indicated the midpoint cost estimate is $633 million with split costs for Minnesota to be $350 million and Wisconsin $280 million. Economic impact of the project reviewed in creating jobs and impact on area businesses. Coalition activities reviewed and next steps including community education and lobbying were reviewed. Welhelmi invited Supervisors to visit the website: www.stcroixcrossing.org. Wilhelmi fielded questions from Supervisors regarding the river crossing project and discussion regarding safety of the existing Stillwater Bridge. Four supervisors spoke against the proposed $633 million dollar crossing project but were not opposed to a more reasonably priced plan. 2. Resolution #62(2011) Approving the Plat of German Settlement Cemetery - Motion by Supr. Hermsen, 2nd by Supr. Marzolf to approve. Carried unanimously (Supr. Sather was absent for the vote.). 3. Resolution #63(2011) Supporting Federal Funding of Community Action Agency Programs - Motion by Supr. Wentz, 2nd by Supr. Norton-Bauman to approve. Supr. Stauffer expressed concerns regarding the current economy. Supr. Marzolf supported the resolutions noting the good programs WestCAP operates. WestCAP Executive Director Peter Kilde was present who confirmed WestCAP is seeking support funding for the Community Services Block Grant at the 2008 levels to sustain efforts to achieve economic stability for people in need. Kilde indicated this is only 4% of WestCAP's total budget and allows WestCAP August 2, 2011 Page 2 of 4 to run 110 grants under one administration. The funding is used to pay for grant writing and program development services. Carried. Yes - 17; No - 1. Alfred Schrank - D 1 voted: Y James Stauffer - D8 voted: N Roger Rebholz - D 15 voted: Y Brian Hurtgen - D2 voted: Y William Peavey - D9 voted: Y Clarence Malick - D 16 voted: Y Roger Larson - D3 voted: Y Joe Hurtgen - D 10 voted: Y Daryl Standafer - D 17 voted: Y Ryan Sicard - D4 voted: Y Lorin Sather - D 11 voted: Y Robert Shearer - D 18 was absent Frederick Horne - D5 voted: Y Richard Marzolf - D 12 voted: Y Linda Luckey - D 19 voted: Y Esther Wentz - D6 voted: Y Steven Hermsen - D13 voted: Y Karen Meyer - D7 voted: Y S. Norton-Bauman-D 14 voted: Y 4. Resolution #64(2011) Repealing Resolutions Relating to Hiring Freeze - Motion by Supr. Rebholz, 2nd by Supr. Sicard to approve. Supr. Malick indicated this is a cleanup resolution with the arrival of the County Administrator. Carried unanimously. 5. Resolution #65(2011) Authorizing the Reallocation of Bond Proceedings - Motion by Supr. Wentz, 2nd by Supr. Sicard to approve. Finance Director Pietrick stated original projects came in under budget thus having the additional funding for the Baldwin Ag-Center roof replacement. Chair Standafer confirmed this is not a budget amendment. Carried unanimously. 6. Resolution #66(2011) Adopting Resolution Drafting and Review Policy - Motion by Supr. Norton- Bauman, 2nd by Supr. Sicard to approve. Supr. Malick indicated item 7 was added since the original drafting effort and allows the County Administrator to authorize exceptions to this policy on a case-by-case basis. Discussion regarding the process. Corporation Counsel Timmerman explained this is an attempt to standardize resolutions. The review policy also requires a fiscal impact and legal review of all resolutions. Supr. Hermsen requested resolutions be returned to committee after legal review. Thompson indicated it is the prerogative of the committee. Supr. Norton-Bauman indicated committee chairs are obligated to sign-off on the resolutions not prepared before the committee meeting. Carried. Yes - 17; No - 1. Alfred Schrank - D 1 voted: Y James Stauffer - D8 voted: N Roger Rebholz - D 15 voted: Y Brian Hurtgen - D2 voted: Y William Peavey - D9 voted: Y Clarence Malick - D 16 voted: Y Roger Larson - D3 voted: Y Joe Hurtgen - D 10 voted: Y Daryl Standafer - D 17 voted: Y Ryan Sicard - D4 voted: Y Lorin Sather - D 11 voted: Y Robert Shearer - D 18 was absent Frederick Horne - D5 voted: Y Richard Marzolf - D 12 voted: Y Linda Luckey - D 19 voted: Y Esther Wentz - D6 voted: Y Steven Hermsen - D13 voted: Y Karen Meyer - D7 voted: Y S. Norton-Bauman-D 14 voted: Y 7. Resolution #67(2011) approving Labor Agreement Between St. Croix County and the Wisconsin Professional Police Association/Law Enforcement Employee Relations (WPPA) Union for 2011 - 2012 - Motion by Supr. Wentz, 2nd by Supr. Rebholz to approve. Carried unanimously. 8. Ordinance #800(2011) Amending Chapter 40 -Lodging, Recreation Facilities and Food Protection - Motion by Supr. Wentz, 2nd by Supr. Schrank to approve. Supr. Wentz confirmed this ordinance amendment contains technical changes. Carried unanimously. 9. Ordinance #801(2011) Amending St. Croix County Code of Ordinances Land Use and Development Chapter 17 - Zoning - regarding Definition of Livestock - Motion by Supr. Hermsen, 2nd by Supr. Sather to approve. Carried unanimously. August 2, 2011 Page 3 of 4 10. Resolution Regarding Health Center Business Plan - Motion by Supr. Wentz, 2nd by Supr. Horne to approve. Three members of the public spoke in favor of keeping the St. Croix County Nursing Home operation. Speaking were Rick Prokash, Norm Matzke, and Kim Dupre (Kim Dupre read a letter from Kristi Cernohous). Supr. Malick highlighted federal cuts being proposed and operating under a great uncertainty. He thanked the union for their sacrifices and staff for achieving the five-star award. Malick expressed he cannot commit to the resolution during the uncertainty of economic times. Supr. Hermsen asked if the Health and Human Services Board (HHS) acknowledged there should be a financial impact statement included and completed research on the needs in the market. HHS Director Fred Johnson stated HHS reviewed the market and ultimately picked the 50 bed new skilled care facility and 48 unit assisted living as the appropriate need. Johnson explained reimbursement rates. Supr. Norton-Bauman asked for Timmerman's opinion if this resolution is advisory or binding on the County Board. Timmerman indicated his opinion is that it directs all future county planning for facilities based around a new nursing home and assisted living facility. Any planning done in the future has to include these two facilities. Supr. Horne asked if the Nursing Home operation is off the levy as of today. Johnson confirmed the 2012 proposed budget is in the works and indicated the goal is to take the savings from the negotiations and move the facility to zero levy in 2012. Discussion regarding the definition of zero levy. Johnson indicated operation costs, depreciation expenses, and prior year carryover are considerations. Johnson stated he is looking to bring forward a budget that is zero in operations and the goal is to include capital items. Johnson noted a $200,000 carryover on audited numbers in 2010 into the 2012 budget. Supr. Wentz indicated the intent of the resolution is to ask the County Board, through past studies, approve a 50 bed facility and a 48 bed assisted living facility and refer to the Ad Hoc Facility Planning Committee and then bring back its recommendation to the County Board. Supr. Norton-Bauman asked if the Ad Hoc Facility Planning Committee would have the option of not recommending this scenario. Timmerman stated that is not possible under the language of the resolution. Discussion regarding Nursing Home remodeling costs. Wentz indicated HHS does not have solid remodeling figures. Motion by Supr. Norton-Bauman, 2nd by Supr. Rebholz to table this resolution until the August, 2012, St Croix County Board meeting for the following reasons: 1. The resolution seems premature in its scope. At this time we have no established historical financial data concerning potential labor savings predicted to be achieved under the recently approved contract with the nursing home union. By July 2012 we will have a one-year history of nursing home financial operations under the afore-mentioned contract. 2. The latest Larson-Allen study for this project indicates a continued need for levy dollars to be able to come to a break-even point for the 50-48 option. We need to establish the actual labor savings under the current contract in order to make an appropriate financial decision on this concept, remembering that the contract will expire for certain in 2013. 3. We have not utilized the Ad Hoc Building Committee facilities information and research concerning our current space utilization. That study presents options for space utilization that need to be further studied and implemented. Until we plan for how we use our current facilities, we ought not be planning for buildings we might not actually need in order to provide services to county residents. August 2, 2011 Page 4 of 4 4. We are uncertain of the ramifications of both the state and federal budget cuts currently under consideration. Postponing this resolution until August 2012 will provide the time necessary to ascertain potential Medicaid reimbursements and other budget considerations which would prove helpful in projections concerning this proposed project and its viability for the future. 5. We have no financial, legal or human resource information for this resolution. Postponing until August 2012 will allow time to gather that information. Carried. Yes - 12; No - 6. Alfred Schrank - D 1 voted: N James Stauffer - D8 voted: Y Roger Rebholz - D 15 voted: Y Brian Hurtgen - D2 voted: N William Peavey - D9 voted: Y Clarence Malick - D 16 voted: Y Roger Larson - D3 voted: N Joe Hurtgen - D 10 voted: Y Daryl Standafer - D 17 voted: Y Ryan Sicard - D4 voted: Y Lorin Sather - D 11 voted: Y Robert Shearer - D 18 was absent Frederick Horne - D5 voted: N Richard Marzolf - D 12 voted: N Linda Luckey - D 19 voted: Y Esther Wentz - D6 voted: N Steven Hermsen - D13 voted: Y Karen Meyer - D7 voted: Y S. Norton-Bauman-D 14 voted: Y Committee and Department Reports: Highway Department - Report submitted by Highway Commissioner Tim Ramberg. No questions. County Surveyor - Report submitted by County Surveyor Brian Halling. No questions. County Clerk's Report of Correspondence and Rezoning Requests: No rezoning requests to report. Announcements: Chair Standafer announced the Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled for August 16th at 1:00 p.m. On August 25th local and county elected officials are invited to meet County Administrator Pat Thompson at The Orchard in Baldwin from 5 - 7 p.m. Chair Standafer reminded Supervisors of the WCA annual conference in September. Meeting adjourned at 11:46 a.m. Daryl Standafer, Chair, St. Croix County Board of Supervisors Cindy Campbell, County Clerk