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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Board 03-21-2000ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS March 21, 2000 9:00 A.M. Government Center CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Thomas Dorsey INVOCATION: Assistant Pastor Grace Swensen, Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Baldwin PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ROLL CALL CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS SESSION ADOPTION OF AGENDA PROCLAMATION: Volunteer Recognition Week, April 9-15, 2000 ANNOUNCEMENTS: DATE OF NEXT SESSION: April 18, 2000 APPOINTMENTS: REPORT OF INTERIM ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR REPORT OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Consideration and action on matters tabled, postponed or referred to a committee at a previous meeting 1. Resolution Adopting County Development Management Plan NEW BUSINESS: (Action on newly introduced motions, ordinances, resolutions or other matters) 1. Presentation on Com 83 Regarding Septic Systems - Michael Cory, 9:05 A.M. * * 2 . Rat € a i e n ef TmA]TT-- Qentr-a e t f sr 2-09-2992 3. Resolution Approving Ordinance Addition/Amendment for Town of Hudson 4. Rezoning from Ag. To Ag. Residential for Chris & Linda Milliron, Town of Erin Prairie S. Rezoning from Ag. To Agriculture II for Glenn & Joan Malcein, Town of Baldwin G. Rezoning from Ag. To Ag. Residential for Don & Sharon Dykhouse, Town of Baldwin 7. Rezoning from Ag. To Ag. Residential for Herbert & Harriet Day, Town of Troy - Denied *8. Resolution Adopting Revolving Loan Fund Administration DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS: Economic Development - Janis Hinchman & Jerry Brandt 11:15 A.M. Written Reports from Finance Director & County Treasurer COMMITTEE AND BOARD REPORTS APPLICATIONS FILED FOR ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT MILEAGE & PER DIEM REPORT CORRESPONDENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS: ADJOURNMENT (The above agenda is not necessarily in order of presentations) * Changes or Additions after the Preliminary Agenda ** Late Changes and Additions ST. CROIX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Regular Session March 21, 2000 Meeting called to order by Chair Dorsey at 9:00 a.m. Guests and the press were welcomed. Invocation was given by Pastor Grace Swensen from Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Baldwin. Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll Call: 27 present, 3 absent and excused - Robert Boche, Tom O'Connell and Tom Irwin; 1 vacancy. Motion by Supr. King, 2nd by Supr. Giese to adopt the February 15, 2000 minutes. Carried. Motion by Supr. Bethke, 2nd by Supr. Speer to adopt the agenda. Carried. Next meeting is April 18 with reorganization of the Board following the Spring election. Clerk Nelson read the proclamation for Volunteer Recognition Week, April 9-15, 2000. Recognition of Supervisors: Chair Dorsey presented plaques and certificates to Supervisors no longer seeking office: Eugene Hanson, 2 years; Wm. Krueger, 8 years; and Don Brown, 8 years. Chair thanked each for their valuable service to the County. Presentation on Com 83 regarding Septic Systems: Administrative Coordinator Don Brown introduced Michael Cory, Administrator with the WI Dept. of Commerce Safety and Building Divisions. Cory outlined the new Plumbing Code which will feature nine treatment designs for septic systems. This code should be effective in June or July of 2000. Cory said this code increases the quality and efficiency of septic systems. The installer has to be trained and systems will be inspected every three years and reports made to the State. The advanced systems work well for replacement of failed systems. Cory described the conventional system, mound system, and the newer sand filter and aerobic treatment systems. (Detailed information on file in the County Clerk's office.) Brown asked if these systems will save good farm land. Cory said marginal land will be suitable for building using new systems. Resolution #2 (2000): Approving Amendment to Town of Hudson Zoning Ordinance, Section 2. Motion to adopt by Supr. Raymond, 2nd by Supr. Wert. This amendment relates to Adult Entertainment Establishments. Carried. Ordinance #536 (2000): Rezoning from Ag to Ag Res for Chris and Linda Milliron, Town of Erin Prairie. Motion to adopt by Supr. Raymond, 2nd by Supr. Jensen. Carried. 1 Ordinance #537 (2000): Rezoning from Ag to Ag II for Glenn Malcein, Town of Baldwin. Motion to adopt by Supr. Raymond, 2nd by Supr. Jensen. Carried. Ordinance #538 (2000): Rezoning from Ag to Ag Res for Don and Sharon Dykhouse, Town of Baldwin. Motion to adopt by Supr. Raymond, 2nd by Supr. Jensen. Carried. Supr. Wm. Krueger voted no. Rezoning for Herbert and Harriet Day: Motion by Vice Chair Jacobson, 2nd by Supr. Speer to remove this item from the agenda per the request of Herbert Day. Carried. Resolution #3 (2000): Approving Policies and Procedures for County Revolving Loan Fund. Motion to adopt by Supr. Standafer, 2nd by Supr. Wert. Admin. Coordinator Brown gave the background on the loan fund and noted this resolution was a consensus document derived from County Staff, West Central Wisconsin Regional Planning, and Economic Development personnel. Administration Chair Standafer thanked Brown for his efforts on this project. The revolving loan fund is in the second phase with two loans being repaid. In order to protect the county, use the dollars wisely, minimize county responsibility and staff time, this participation plan was devised. This plan calls for a private lending institution to do all the administrative work, loan closings, UCC filings, etc. The County would participate in the loan process and Economic Development Corporation would be the County's agent. Supr. Bieraugel asked if the County pays Economic Development for this service and who pays the legal fees. Standafer said a portion of the repayment dollars can be used for administration costs. There is no budget impact to the County. Motion by Supr. Luckey, 2nd by Supr. Speer to remove the Administration Committee in the second Whereas clause and in the Offered by and signature area. This committee did not vote to approve this resolution; they only discussed the proposal. Amendment carried. Motion to adopt the amended resolution carried. Resolution #4 (2000): Approving and Adopting the St. Croix County Development Management Plan. Motion to adopt by Supr. Raymond, 2nd by Supr. Hense. Planning, Zoning and Parks (PZP) Committee Chair Raymond said this resolution had been postponed so Supervisors could check with Town Board members. The new Zoning Ordinance is about 70o completed. After the Board approves the Ordinance, it goes to Towns for adoption. It will be 18 to 24 months before the Zoning Ordinance is final. Planning Director Dave Fodroczi cited a new State law which sets common definitions of a County Plan and defines the contents of the plan. A critical element of the law is the consistency requirement in the adopted land use plan with a deadline of 2010. He said this plan is a 011 great start and timely since we are ahead of the game to meet the new law. Supr. Bethke questioned the average density of eight units per 40 acres and the two acre minimum lot size in the plan. Fodroczi explained the difference between minimum lot size of two acres and the average density standard of eight units per 40 acres. This can vary in each municipality and Town Boards will help decide how it applies in each town. Supr. Jensen voted in the negative for this resolution because of the density issue and pressure on Town Boards to decide the density. Supr. Stan Krueger asked if there would be a rush for permits if eight units per 40 acres is adopted and would there be more development in one area of a Town as opposed to another. Fodroczi said it will vary from town to town according to each town's plans, needs and desires. The County must adopt a Land Management Plan. The Towns then have the choice to adopt the County Zoning Ordinance. In reply to Supr. Dowd's question, Fodroczi said the plan is not set in stone and must be dynamic. Vice Chair Jacobson asked if all Towns set the same density, would a 100 acre farm in the eastern part of the county be treated the same as a 100 acre farm in the western part. Fodroczi said yes. Roll call vote: 14 yes, 13 no. Resolution adopted. Reports: Economic Development Corporation: Suprs. Standafer, Wert and Hense are county representatives to the Corporation and Supr. Berenschot represents Glenwood City. Jan Hinchman, President, said this is a public/private corporation that is financed by the county, towns, villages, cities and private businesses. She thanked the County for the donated space and the financial support. The Corporation's goal is to enhance and expand the county tax base with commercial and industrial businesses to off set costs of residential development. Jerry Brandt, River Falls, is a volunteer for the Corporation as the site visit chairman. In 1999, 36 cite visits were made. These are confidential meetings to see how companies are doing in the County and 99% were happy with their location in the county and municipality. The biggest problems identified were both shortage of employees and housing. If the present companies are kept here, the Corporation does not have to recruit new ones. Written reports were submitted by County Treasurer Mary Jean Livermore and Finance Director Rich Loney. Supr. Speer requested a report from Clerk of Court for 1999. Committee Reports: Supr. Horne believed the Finance Committee should have filled the open position because with vacations and illness, it is difficult to have a quorum. Chair Dorsey said he would take responsibility for not filling it and perhaps it should have been. 3 Supr. Raymond said Planning, Zoning and Parks is working on Flood Plain zoning and a Parks and Recreation plan. Supr. Berenschot reported on his attendance at a Leadership Seminar held in Washington, D.C. He is the District President (14 counties) of WI Associated County Extension Committees (WASEC). He visited the offices of Senator Kohl and Representative Ron Kind and encouraged their continued support of Extension. Kind asked about the casino issue and Emerald Dairy farm. Berenschot said this was a great educational experience. Administrative Coordinator: Don Brown replied to Supr. Stan Krueger's question on county finance departments. There are three segments - Highway, Health Center and the Government Center Finance Department. All checks are written here and each department has its own audit. Brown recommends a central Finance system. A vendor has been selected to administer the Section 125 IRS code plan regarding pre tax employee dollars used for medical, dental and child care expenses. He has received good information on a health insurance program which has been passed on to union negotiators and the new Administrative Coordinator. Brown thanked the Board for the great honor of financial responsibility given to him. Zoning Applications: Rezoning from Ag to Ag Res - Kowski Farms, Town of Somerset; Fairmont Farms, Town of Rush River; Joe Gillen/Vernon and Sandy Timm, Town of Cylon; Russell Strohbeen, Town of Star Prairie and Paul Sylla, Town of Troy. Mileage and Per Diem: Motion by Supr. Mortensen, 2nd by Supr. Giese to approve total of $5,962.86 for month of February 2000. Carried. Correspondence: Thank you note from Supr. Mehls for plant sent to him following knee surgery. Chair Dorsey thanked everyone for their cooperation. Motion to adjourn by Supr. Hense, 2nd by Supr. Larson. Meeting adjourned at 12:15 p.m. Thomas Dorsey, Chair Sue E. Nelson St. Croix County Board of Supervisors St. Croix County Clerk !�