Also in attendance were the following: Jim Schulz, Carol Moorman, Herman Lensing, and Sue Slupe.

Staff persons on hand were Paul Hetland and Joel Dasher.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said by those in attendance.

Agenda

Joe Hennen moved and Goebel seconded a motion approving the meeting agenda. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

Approval of the Minutes

Goebel moved and Joe Hennen seconded a motion approving the meeting minutes for March 29, April 26, and May 1, 2006. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

Reports

City Engineer's Report, Jim Schulz, SEH

Industrial Park Phase 2

Schulz presented Resolution 2006-024 to approve the plans and specifications and authorize advertisement of bids for the 2006 Industrial Park Public Improvement Project. Humbert moved and Joe Hennen seconded a motion to approve Resolution 2006-024. Discussion included that the bid opening would be on Friday, June 9 at 12:00 P.M.. Motion carried 5-0.

Schulz reintroduced the request to have a Veterans' Memorial south of the main Street Park Shelter. Council felt it was in the best interest of the City to leave the proposed project as is and continue with the trailhead design.

Schulz announced that the following Monday morning at 10:00 A.M. would be the weekly construction meeting.

Worms asked about the progress of the Welle Estates Plat 2 construction. Schulz responded that the following week there would be soil boring and then begin work the following week. He stated that some of the curb and gutter would be remaining and that all of the bituminous would be coming out. Schulz's suggested that the curb and gutter be hand formed and Worms responded that the City would not accept the work unless it was properly completed and that the City intends to hold the developer to the June 1 timeline promised a few months ago. Council will review the progress of the project at the May 31 meeting to determine if a moratorium on building permits in the development is necessary. Worms requested extending the warranties on the development once the various areas are accepted such as curb and gutter, the road, and the lights. Schulz recommended not putting down the ware course and to monitor the road for one more year. Schulz also commented that he believes the settling has stopped. Schulz noted that SEH is monitoring the rate of settlement.

Public Works Director, Joel Dasher

Dasher provided a written report which is on file for review.

Dasher reported that a presentation on storm water management will be on June 28 and not May 31 as originally set.

Dasher requested that the water and sewer rate tables be examined before a future meeting.

Regarding the new maintenance building, Dasher brought forward a concern regarding the placement of a garbage dumpster. Joe Hennen suggested that the area around the building be gravel to reduce maintenance and also provide for the dumpster location. Dasher stated that he would look into the matter and report at a later time.

Dasher also requested that a garage door opener be installed to provide for ease of operation. Tim Hennen responded that he will get a quote for the next meeting.

Dasher mentioned that he had a part call about interest in the street sweeper for $850. After discussion, Council requested that Hetland and Dasher work on trying to sell the item on eBay. Staff responded that they would work on the project.

Dasher brought forward a proposal to hire Nate Brenner as a part-time maintenance worker. Humbert moved and Goebel seconded a motion to hire Nate Brenner at the stating wage of $8.00 per hour as a part-time maintenance worker. It was noted that Nate is licensed in water and waste water management, has a class B license, and currently works in the capacity full-time for the City of Avon. He has purchased a home in the City of Freeport and will be moving to the City shortly. It was noted that the time allotted between Mark Middendorf and Nate Brenner will be part-time and not constitute a full-time employee between the two of them at this point. Motion carried 5-0. Hetland stated that he will compose a response letter and send it to all of those has conveyed interest in the position.

City Clerk/Treasurer's Report, Paul Hetland

Hetland provided a written report which is on file for review.

Hetland noted that Scott Hamak reviewed the proposed amendment to Freeport City Code regarding providing for a Annual On-sale 3.2 license and made no changes to Hetland's proposed language. Goebel moved and Tim Hennen seconded a motion to approve Ordinance 2006-003 amending Freeport City Code to include the Annual On-sale 3.2 Liquor License. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0. Hetland also introduced a draft liquor license form as outlined by city code. Tim Hennen moved and Goebel seconded a motion to approve the liquor license form without corrections. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

Worms mentioned that the timeline agreed upon by Jim Beutz and the clean up of the property around Beautz's Radiator Service had ended and that action should be taken. Worms also noted that the building inspector had been notified of the situation and made recommendations regarding the classification of the building as a hazard. Dan Marthaler provided a form for review and consideration. Council instructed Hetland to gain confirmation from Dasher regarding the deactivation of the sewer line and to invite Norb Renneker to the Council Meeting on May 31 when Bob Pottratz, City Prosecuting Attorney would be attending the meeting. Worms mentioned that the issue is setting a precedent with other properties in the City. Worms also mentioned that he and Hetland had met with Beutz last fall and agreed that the front would be cleaned up. To date that agreement has not been kept. On Monday, May 22 Bob Pottratz, the city prosecuting attorney would be meeting with the City to determine the best course of action regarding the property.

New Business

Open Public Forum

No information was presented to Council.

Hetland brought forward a request to add a swing set to the Freeport Lions Community Park. Goebel moved and Joe Hennen seconded a proposal to add the swing set to the Lions Park at no cost to the City. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

Joe Hennen mentioned that the Freeport Softball and Recreation Club will be adding a total of 40 tons of crushed rock to the softball area parking lot. Humbert moved and Goebel seconded a motion to accept the donation of crushed rock to the softball parking lot. Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

Consent Agenda

Joe Hennen moved and Tim Hennen seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda which included the following:

  • Claims in the amount of $26,928.46
  • Resolutions 2006-013 through 2006-020 regarding the Small Cities Development Program
  • Sacred Heart School Contract for 2006 Summer Recreation Services in Resolution 2006-021
  • Resolution 2006-022 regarding the a reimbursement bond for the 2006 Industrial Park Public Improvement Project
  • Approval of the Small Cities Development Program contract with SEH

Discussion offered. Motion carried 5-0.

At 8:40 P.M. Joe Hennen moved and Humbert seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0.