The Committee of the Whole met at City Hall in the City of Black River Falls on September 21, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. Alderpersons Olson, J. Eddy, Gearing-Lancaster, Chojnacki, Johnson, Herman, R. Eddy and Rahmlow were present. Mayor Danielson presided.
- Dr. Ruth Jean responded to the City's request for her to mow her property at the southwest corner of Pine Street and County Highway A. City Attorney Dan Diehn recommended that the City review its current ordinance regarding weeds and property upkeep including enforcement action.
- It was moved by Alderperson R. Eddy, seconded by Alderperson Gearing-Lancaster to review and revise the current City weed ordinance prior to any further enforcement actions being taken. The new ordinance should be in place before the 2012 growing season. Motion carried with Alderperson Rahmlow voting no.
- The Department Heads presented their September reports.
- Police Chief Dave Frederick recommended that Roger Hackman be promoted to full-time patrol officer status to replace a recently retired employee. Officer Hackman has been filling in on a part-time basis with the City for 2 years.
- It was moved by Alderperson Chojnacki, seconded by Alderperson Olson to hire Roger Hackman as a full-time patrol office as above. Motion carried.
- The Council was informed of the resignation of Linda Janke as manager of the Hoffman Aquatic Center. Linda has done an excellent job managing the Center for the past 11 years. Parks and Recreation Director Steve Peterson stated it is important to get this position filled early in 2012 to insure that lifeguards are available for the 2012 season.
- It was moved by Alderperson Rahmlow, seconded by Alderperson Chojnacki to approve the August 2011 vouchers in the amount of $1,413,855.73. Motion carried.
- It was moved by Alderperson R. Eddy, seconded by Alderperson Herman to approve the August 2011 City Treasurer's report. Motion carried.
- It was moved by Alderperson J. Eddy, seconded by Alderperson Johnson to approve the August 2011 Revenue and Expense report. Motion carried.
- A preliminary 2012 budget with other supporting documentation was distributed. The October 4, 2011 Council meeting will be a working session to further define the budget. The budget must be set by October 19, 2011 to provide proper notice to the public of the required public hearing after publication.
- It was moved by Alderperson Olson, seconded by Alderperson Chojnacki to adjourn. Motion carried.
William Arndt
City Administrator
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