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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-02-2017 County Board Minutes MINUTES BOARD OF SUPERVISORS May 2, 2017 5:00 PM County Board Room-Government Center 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, Wisconsin CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION OR MOMENT OF SILENCE-TIM SACKETT, TRANSPORT FOR CHRIST PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ROLL CALL Attendee Name Organization Title Status Arrived Ryan S. Sicard St. Croix County Supervisor Present Agnes Ring St. Croix County Supervisor Present Christopher Babbitt St. Croix County Supervisor Present Tom Coulter St. Croix County Supervisor Present Roy Sjoberg St. Croix County Supervisor Present Bob Long St. Croix County Supervisor Present Laurie Bergren St. Croix County Supervisor Absent Scott Nelson St. Croix County Supervisor Present Jill Ann Berke St. Croix County Supervisor Present Dave Ostness St. Croix County Vice Chair Present Roger Larson St. Croix County Chair Present Daniel Hansen St. Croix County Supervisor Present Ron Kiesler St. Croix County Supervisor Present Andy Brinkman St. Croix County Supervisor Present David Peterson St. Croix County Supervisor Present Paulette Anderson St. Croix County Supervisor Present Judy Achterhof St. Croix County Supervisor Present Shaela Leibfried St. Croix County Supervisor Present William Peavey St. Croix County Supervisor Present PUBLIC COMMENT Speaking on the St. Croix County Bike and Pedestrian Plan: Richard Ottino, Dick Pearson, Don Wink, Dianne Kiel (comment read by Chair Larson), Jacqueline Niccum, Steve Nielsen, Annette Olson (and commented on the redistricting resolution), Mark Vanasse, Tim Witzmann, Mark Gherty, Marian Webber, Jim Webber, Andre Johnson, Susan Heuiser, Thomas Spaniol, Gary Hanson and Mitch Lewis. Janet Scepurek - Emerald Dairy - water quality issue John Strom - Town of Forest - wind turbines and human health hazards CONSENT AGENDA (Unless separation of an item is requested, all will be adopted in one motion.) RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ryan S. Sicard, Supervisor SECONDER: Tom Coulter, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 1. Minutes of Previous Meeting April 4, 2017 4:00 PM 2. Date of Next Meeting - June 6, 2017 - 5:00 PM 3. Rezonings - none PRESENTATIONS OR RECOGNITIONS 1. Conservation Speaking and Poster Contest Winners Aleisha Miller, Environmental Educator announced local winners of the Land and Water State Conservation Poster Contest - Callie Hydinger - 3rd place and Luke Hydinger - 2nd place, both from River Crest Elementary School in River Falls. Miller introduced Lilly Jensen who came in second place at the Wisconsin Land and Water State Conservation Speaking Contest. Lilly shared her speech with County Board members on Global Warming. Applause. Miller also introduced the top scoring Envirothon Team members from Hudson High School who will represent Wisconsin at the Future Farmers of America (FFA) National Convention. They gave their presentation on Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO's). RESULT: DISCUSSED 2. County Library Directors' Report River Falls Public Library Director Nancy Miller reported on library services offered throughout the county. RESULT: DISCUSSED 3. Ground and Surface Water Quality Study Group Report Supr. Long reported on the Ground and Surface Water Quality Study Group status and their goal to improve water quality in St. Croix County. Supr. Long acknowledged the Community Development Department for their assistance with the study. RESULT: DISCUSSED APPOINTMENTS 1. Appointment of St. Croix County Highway Commissioner - Rob Krejci Administrator Patrick Thompson introduced Rob Krejci as the recommended candidate for the St. Croix County Highway Commissioner. Thompson gave a brief background of Mr. Krejci and thanked the selection committee. Mr. Krejci thanked the County Board. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: William Peavey, Supervisor SECONDER: David Peterson, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 2. Appointment to the County Library Planning Committee Chair Larson recommended appointments to the County Library Planning Committee of Judy Achterhof and Roy Sjoberg representing the County Board; Nancy Miller, River Falls Public Library (large library), Krissa Coleman, Hazel Mackin Community Library (medium library), Barb Krueger, Deer Park Public Library (small library); Esther Wentz and Dennis Duckworth, citizen members. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Dave Ostness, Vice Chair SECONDER: Ron Kiesler, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REPORTS 1. Facilities Department Annual Report - Jim Elsbury Facilities Annual Department Report by Facilities Director Jim Elsbury RESULT: DISCUSSED 2. Information Technology Department Annual Report - John Allegro Information Technology Annual Department by IT Director John Allego. RESULT: DISCUSSED COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Financial Reports Review of financial reports and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) reports by Thompson. RESULT: DISCUSSED BUSINESS 1. Ordinance Repealing Chapter 40 - Lodging, Recreation Facilities and Food Protection - of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances and Recreating Chapter 40 - Food, Lodging, and Recreation - of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances Public Health Administrator Deb Lindemann explained the ordinance needed to be updated because the agency that oversees restaurant inspections and licensing changed from the Department of Health to the Department of Agriculture, as well as statutory reference changes. RESULT: ENACTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Christopher Babbitt, Supervisor SECONDER: Tom Coulter, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 2. Ordinance Repealing Chapter 42 - Public Health - of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances and Recreating Chapter 42 - Human Health Hazards - of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances Motion by Supr. Berke to amend under Section 42.08(C)(2) Animal Waste to add on the last line: "...and spread in the normal and allowed course of farming operations." Amendment failed due to lack of a second. Supr. Peavey requested clarification under Section 42.08(C)(6) Toxic or Hazardous Material, noting all farms have more chemicals and fertilizer and requested clarification on the wording "and has the potential". Lindemann stated as long as it's stored properly then it's okay, and if not, they have the right to issue orders for clean up. Supr. Peavey objected to the language because it is not appropriate to tell farmers how to store chemicals. Lindemann stated this is covering if someone is dumping chemicals on the ground. Supr. Babbitt expressed concerns regarding infrasound and considered making a motion to amend to include this with the list of human health hazards. He indicated this may need to be included eventually. Supr. Babbitt added at the July 11th Health and Human Services Board, Dr. Mark Werner will speak on the wind project in the Town of Forest. RESULT: ENACTED [16 TO 1] MOVER: Christopher Babbitt, Supervisor SECONDER: Tom Coulter, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried NAYS: William Peavey ABSTAIN: Roy Sjoberg ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 3. Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Chapter 45 - Tattooing and Body Piercing - of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances Supr. Babbitt and Public Health Sanitarian Laurie Diaby Gassama highlighted the changes. RESULT: ENACTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Christopher Babbitt, Supervisor SECONDER: Bob Long, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 4. An Ordinance creating Chapter 92 of the Code of Ordinances of St. Croix County entitled "Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing" Corporation Counsel Scott Cox explained copies with minor revisions to the ordinance were distributed to County Board members before the meeting. There were no objections to the adopt improved version. RESULT: ENACTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Roy Sjoberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Dave Ostness, Vice Chair AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 5. Resolution Recommending Adoption of the St. Croix County Bike and Pedestrian Plan Overview of the St. Croix County Bike and Pedestrian Plan by Community Development Director Ellen Denzer. Denzer addressed concerns expressed from individuals during the public comments portion of the meeting. Denzer distributed a cost estimate handout with a breakdown by municipality. Denzer noted there has been significant input from the public on this plan. The current plan was approved in 1995. Denzer indicated there are very little off-road trails in the plan. Highway improvement projects include paving shoulders and there are currently 11 miles of county roads designated as a bike route. Denzer indicated this is a great opportunity to support our communities and referenced a recent release from the Minnesota Department of Transportation showing an increase in economic activity and tourism as well as health benefits. Discussion regarding funding. Denzer stated this plan is not agreeing to funding but having a plan in place would allow for grants and other outside funding. The County Board would act on funding. Supr. Brinkman questioned the $100,000 in the CIP for implementation of the plan. Denzer responded there is no directive to spending the CIP; those funds may be used for minor enhancements such as signage, road line painting or may be assigned to the Highway Department but would require direction from both the Transportation Committee and Community Development Committee. Supr. Peavey reported enhancements to bike routes will be over a 25 year project and only done when those roads come due for construction in the cycle. If an enhancement is over 20% of the cost, it must be a part of the budget the following year. Supr. Peavey added the maintenance part of the bike route will be done the same time the road is patched, swept, etc. Denzer confirmed eminent domain has never been the intent to acquire land for bike paths. Corporation Counsel Scott Cox explained the eminent domain process per state statute. Supr. Coulter expressed concerns regarding poor maintenance and to include no use of eminent domain in the plan. RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 5] MOVER: Agnes Ring, Supervisor SECONDER: Jill Ann Berke, Supervisor AYES: Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Roy Sjoberg, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey NAYS: Ryan S. Sicard, Tom Coulter, Bob Long, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 6. Resolution to Create a Nonpartisan Procedure for the Preparation of Legislative and Congressional Redistricting Plans Supr. Sjoberg explained this resolution requests creation of a nonpartisan procedure for the preparation of legislative and congressional redistricting plan. RESULT: ADOPTED [14 TO 3] MOVER: Roy Sjoberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Scott Nelson, Supervisor AYES: Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Roy Sjoberg, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey NAYS: Ryan S. Sicard, Bob Long, Andy Brinkman ABSTAIN: Tom Coulter ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 7. Resolution to Close Loopholes that Shift a Greater Property Tax Burden from Commercial to Residential Homeowners Supr. Sjoberg explained this in favor of homeowners and the real estate taxes they have to pay. Sjoberg, using Walgreens as an example, indicated Walgreens will build a new store and abandon the old store and claim the new store is worth the same as the old store because it's just the real estate. This resolution supports legislative changes to put stoppage which allows an operating largebox store can claim they are only worth as much if the building were empty with respect to real estate taxes. RESULT: ADOPTED [14 TO 2] MOVER: Roy Sjoberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Jill Ann Berke, Supervisor AYES: Christopher Babbitt, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey NAYS: Ryan S. Sicard, Andy Brinkman ABSTAIN: Agnes Ring, Tom Coulter ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 8. Resolution Approving Property Assessed Clean Energy or "PACE" Agreement Brief explanation by Thompson. Jon Hochkammer, Outreach Manager for the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) and Jason Stringer, Program Planning Consultant at Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation (WEC) explained the program and benefits of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE). The program is no cost to St. Croix County. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jill Ann Berke, Supervisor SECONDER: Christopher Babbitt, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren 9. Resolution Creating Green Tier Program Brief explanation by Thompson. Jon Hochkammer, Outreach Manager for the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) highlighted the Green Tier Charter Program. Hochkammer stated the Green Tier Charter Program has two subcommittees, one is health related and the second focuses on energy. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Christopher Babbitt, Supervisor SECONDER: Roy Sjoberg, Supervisor AYES: Ryan S. Sicard, Agnes Ring, Christopher Babbitt, Tom Coulter, Roy Sjoberg, Bob Long, Scott Nelson, Jill Ann Berke, Dave Ostness, Roger Larson, Daniel Hansen, Ron Kiesler, Andy Brinkman, David Peterson, Paulette Anderson, Judy Achterhof, Shaela Leibfried, William Peavey ABSENT: Laurie Bergren REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Supr. Peavey requested Health and Human Services Board revisit Chapter 42 regarding toxic hazardous material in lieu of the agricultural community. Supr. Hansen requested review of the entire ordinance as there are several indications which could impact the agricultural community. COUNTY CLERK'S REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE AND REZONING REQUESTS County Clerk Campbell reported the WCA Annual Conference is September 24 - 26. ANNOUNCEMENTS Thompson extended birthday greetings to Finance Director Bob Mittet. Supr. Berke reminded board members of the Mayfair Event scheduled for May 13, 2017 from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the fairgrounds in Glenwood City. ADJOURNMENT 8:39 PM