Executive & Legislative Committee

09/07/10 Minutes (61 KB)

Members Present: Krueger, Alexander, Bach, Wenzel, and Fordham

Others Present: K. Schauf, B. Mielke, T. Liebman, S. Pate, and M. Steward.

Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 8:00 A.M. and compliance with the Open Meeting Law was verified.

Motion by Fordham, seconded by Bach to approve the agenda, as amended. Motion carried.

Motion by Bach, seconded by Fordham to approve the minutes of the August 3 and 17, 2010 meetings with the following corrections: Supervisor Wenzel was absent at the August 3, 2010 session and a duplicate word was listed in the August 17, 2010 session. Motion carried.

Public Comment:

None

Communications:

Chair Krueger distributed copies of the following: E-mail from Sheriff Stammen concerning a response to an editorial dealing with information about Wisconsin Retirement System benefits; WCA letter relative to proposed revenue bond issue for the benefit of Adams-Columbia Electric cooperative, letter sent to the Sauk-Prairie Memorial Hospital from Chairperson Krueger congratulating the hospital as a recipient of the 2010 “Wisconsin Forward” award; letter from Susan M. Johnson and Jolly A. Emrey, Directors of the University of Wisconsin/Whitewater, explaining the existing programs and services available at their established research center, the Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research; and copy of an opinion issued by Todd J. Liebman, County Corporation Counsel, regarding participation by Supervisors at meetings of other committees.

Supervisor Wenzel noted some area residents have received information from the American Transmission Company announcing an upcoming open house to inform the public about energy issues, specifically the planned Badger Coulee Transmission Line Project.

Consideration of a Resolution for the Proposed Revenue Bond Issue for the Benefit of Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative:

A draft resolution entitled, “Approving the Issuance of Revenue Bonds by a Wisconsin Bond Issuing Commission (Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative Project)” was discussed; the Administrative Coordinator noted the document had been reviewed and approved by both the Corporation Counsel and Controller. Because a small portion of the proposed project is located in Sauk County, federal and state tax laws dictate the proceeds of the bonds may not be applied to the improvements located in the county unless the County Board of Supervisors approves the issuance of the bonds; Sauk County does not incur any liability in giving its approval and has no responsibility whatsoever for the payment of the bonds. Motion by Fordham, seconded by Wenzel to forward the resolution to the County Board for consideration at the September 21, 2010 meeting. Motion carried.

Consideration of Sauk County Position on Wisconsin Counties Association Resolutions for Consideration at Annual Conference:

Committee members briefly discussed the proposed resolutions. Motion was made by Bach, seconded by Wenzel to hold a special meeting prior to the County Board on September 21, 2010 to more fully consider this item. Motion carried. In the interim, the Administrative Coordinator will forward copies of select resolutions to various departments who may have an interest.

Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Implementation and Sustainability Notes:

The Administrative Coordinator and Planning and Zoning Director discussed with Committee members and other staff present, the possibility of including a “sustainability note” on future resolutions and ordinances that come before the County Board for consideration. Chair Krueger suggested Vice-Chair Fordham continue to work with the Administrative Coordinator on this matter and report progress at next month’s regular meeting.

Discussion of Processes for Consideration of Restructure Initiatives:

The Administrative Coordinator briefly discussed the possible re-structure and merger of the Land Conservation and Planning and Zoning Departments. Chair Krueger recommended appointing an Ad-Hoc Committee on Re-structure consisting of himself, Chair of the Personnel Committee and Vice-Chairs of the Land Conservation and Planning, Zoning and Land Records Committees to deal with this issue. Moved by Fordham, seconded by Alexander to draft and forward a resolution to the County Board for consideration at the September 21, 2010 meeting regarding this merger. Motion carried.

Discussion and Consideration of Topical Areas for CGI Presentations:

The Administrative Coordinator reported sending out contacts to various areas of the county that might be interested in highlighting video footage and key messages for a CGI presentation; plans are to begin shooting videos in Sauk County on October 12 & 13, 2010.

Consideration of a Resolution for the Replacement and Upgrade of Midrange Server Systems:

S. Pate, MIS Director, distributed and explained a draft resolution “Authorizing the Purchase of a Replacement Mid-Range Server and System Upgrade”. Motion by Wenzel, seconded by Bach to forward the resolution to the County Board for consideration at the September 21, 2010 meeting. Motion carried.

Discussion and Consideration of a Resolution Supporting Statutory Changes Regarding County Nursing Homes and State Biennial Budget:

Copies of a draft resolution entitled, “Authorization to Support a Statutory Change Regarding County Nursing Homes and the 2011 - 2013 State Biennial Budget as Proposed by the Wisconsin Association of County Homes” was distributed and explained by Supervisor Bach. Motion by Bach, seconded by Alexander to forward the resolution to the County Board for consideration at the September 21, 2010 meeting. Motion carried.

MIS:

S. Pate, MIS Director, presented the monthly report and list of bills for his department. Motion by Fordham, seconded by Bach to receive the report and list of bills in the amount of $35,113.08. Motion carried. The Committee considered the 2011 budget request of the MIS department.

County Clerk:

B. Mielke, County Clerk, presented the monthly report and list of bills for her department. Motion by Wenzel, seconded by Alexander to receive the report and list of bills in the amount of
$3,680.74 Motion carried. The Committee considered the 2011 budget request of the County Clerk department.

Corporation Counsel:

T. Liebman, Corporation Counsel, presented the monthly report, goals and objectives for rating period, and list of bills for his department. Motion by Alexander, seconded by Wenzel to receive the report, goals & objectives, and list of bills in the amount of $639.30. Motion carried. Liebman informed Committee members the implementation of a “reading file” which would be available monthly in his office for review by any interested Committee member. The Committee considered the 2011 budget request of the Corporation Counsel, noting the addition of a .25 position will be funded by the Human Services Department.

Administrative Coordinator:

K. Schauf, Administrative Coordinator, presented the monthly report and list of bills for her department. Motion by Fordham, seconded by Bach to receive the report and list of bills in the amount of $10,175.33. The Committee considered the 2011 budget request of the Administrative Coordinator.

County Board Chair:

Chair Krueger noted the following issues of concern over the past month:
* Meetings concerning flooding issues in the Town of Spring Green.
* Capital Improvements Committee meeting.
* Towns Association meeting.
* Misleading use of Sauk County’s name in a fund raising venture.
* Chairpersons Advisory Committee meeting.
* Second stakeholders meeting regarding rails and trails.
* Ad-Hoc Committee for non-represented pay plan.
* Noise issues at the County shooting range.

Supervisor Wenzel expressed concerns over the lack of representation of Sauk-Prairie area County Board Supervisors on the rails and trails issue.

The Committee considered the 2011 budget request of the County Board Chairman and Committee & Commissions.

Discussion of Form 1/Development of Goals and Objectives for E&L for Current Two Year Term:

Committee members agreed to place this item on the agenda for a special meeting of the E&L Committee to be held at 4:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 21, 2010.

Motion by Alexander, seconded by Bach to adjourn and set the next, regular monthly meeting for Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 8:00 A.M. Motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 12:15 P.M.

Respectfully submitted: Beverly J. Mielke, County Clerk/Secretary