TOWN OF KILDARE
PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2008 BUDGET
November 14, 2007

 

Present:  Chairman Dennis Franek; Supervisors Leo Schneider and Dan Lapp; Treasurer Patty Schluter; Clerk Beth Onofrio.

 Electors present: 10 electors and 2 visitors.  

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 by Chairman Franek. Purpose of the hearing was to obtain comments on the proposed 2008 budget.

The clerk read and explained the major changes between the 2007 and 2008 budgets as listed on the budget handouts.

 Comments:  Rose Marie Langland requested clarification of funds listed as MFL/PFC.  These are Managed Forest Land yield taxes received by the town.  Patti Thompson questioned the revenue line item regarding the 28th Street bridge project.  The reimbursement for that project was received in December 2006 and, therefore not listed on the 2007 report.  No other comments were received.

 Motion to adjourn by Schneider; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.  The meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

 Respectfully submitted,
Beth Onofrio, Clerk

TOWN OF KILDARE
 SPECIAL TOWN BUDGET MEETING
 November 14, 2007

 Present:  Chairman Dennis Franek; Supervisors Leo Schneider and Dan Lapp; Treasurer Patty Schluter; Clerk Beth Onofrio.

 Electors present: 10 electors and 2 visitors

The meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. by Chairman Franek. Purpose of the meeting was to adopt the proposed 2007 tax levy to be paid in 2008.

Minutes of the November 15, 2006 Public Budget Hearing and Special Town Budget Meeting were presented by the clerk; there were no corrections.  Motion to approve the minutes by Franek; second by Schneider; carried by a voice vote of 15 ayes.  

Motion by Linda Winterstein to adopt the 2007 proposed tax levy in the amount of $125,000; second by Franek; carried by a voice vote of 15 ayes.

Motion to adjourn by Schneider; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 15 ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Beth Onofrio, Clerk

TOWN OF KILDARE
 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
 November 14, 2007

Present:  Chairman Dennis Franek; Supervisors Leo Schneider and Dan Lapp; Treasurer Patty Schluter; Clerk Beth Onofrio.

 Electors present: 10 electors and 2 visitors

  1. Call to order at 7:18 p.m. in the Kildare Town Hall by Chairman Franek.
  1. Minutes of the October 10, 2007 Regular Town Board Meeting were read by the clerk; there were no corrections. Motion by Lapp to approve the minutes as read, second by Schneider; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.
  2. Treasurer’s report was given by Schluter. Total funds are currently $97,994.55. There were no corrections. Motion by Schneider to enter the Treasurer’s Report into the official minutes; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.
  3. Ambulance/ Fire Dept.Reports:  Dan Lapp attended the October Ambulance meeting and reported that there were 17 calls in Kildare. Chairman Franek reported that he’d been contact by John Krus of the Lyndon Station Fire Department regarding a fire call that was directed to the Mauston Fire Department instead of Kildare’s by the 911 operator.  Upon reaching the area, the Mauston crew was able to see the fire and continued to the Kildare address to handle the incident. The Rural Fire Association has presented a bill to the home owner but have not been paid yet.  They are asking Kildare to take responsibility for this bill.  The matter will be investigated further before any action is taken.
  4. Dan Lapp attended the Wisconsin Towns Association meeting in October and handed out certificates of completion to 4 board members completing the National Incident Management System (NIMS)CIS-100 training. (Franek, Schneider, Lapp & Onofrio)
  5. Clerks Report: 1) The Clerk attended training for LUCA-Local Update of Census Addresses- and will be verifying all Kildare residential addresses before the 2010 Census. 2) The final 2007 population estimate from the Dept. of Administration is 628 – three less that in 2006.  There are approximately 498 resident of voting age. 3) We received a warning from the Dept. of Revenue that the town’s assessed valuations are far below the accepted 90% mark.  This problem will be remedied with the scheduled  town revaluation in 2008.
  6. The Plan Commission Report was given by Chairman Tom Guyse. The Commission has completed preliminary versions of the goals, objectives and policies of all Elements of the Comprehensive Plan and will move on to completing the narrative sections of those Elements. Motion by Schneider to accept the Plan Commission report; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.
  7. Public Comments:
    Dave Singer had several comments:
         1. He discovered on the internet that a sexual predator is living in Kildare and asked what responsibility the town has in warning residents.  Bill Winterstein suggested that the board  contact the Sheriff’s department for a list of sexual predators in our town and, if it is legal to do so, add a notice in the yearly newsletter listing that information.
             2. Lilac bushes on the southeast corner of     55th Street at KL Town Line Road are blocking a clear view of that intersection and stop sign. Chairman Franek will check to see if the bushes are in the right-of-way and talk to the owner about cutting them back.
         3.  Dave felt the Plan Commission should rule on plans for buildings before the Town Board approves building permits.  He referred to a seasonal shack on     Town Line Road .  Chairman Franek advised that there are no ordinances regarding size on temporary/seasonal shelters. There is only a 500 sq. foot minimum ordinance for permanent residences.
         4.  Dave Singer also commented on an addition to the Town Hall that was discussed at the October 10th meeting.  He feels it would be a waste of money.
  1. Fire Sign & Building Permit applications were read by the Clerk:  Kevin Hauser for a fire sign on 54th St.; Thom Newkirk for a pole building on 56th St.; Ken Stuckrath for a garage on Cty Rd HH; Dan Marshall/Lange Builders for a frame home on River Highlands Dr.; and Piotr Nowobilski for a garage on 24th Ave. Motion by Schneider to approve the permit applications as presented; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.
  2. Business:

a)  A fireworks permitted was granted to Ken Rogge for his annual display on December 29th.

b) Gary Pharo of Westland Insurance discussed the town’s current insurance coverage with the board.  It was decided to increase the building replacement amount from $56,940 to $100,000 with an increase in the annual premium of $30-$40.  All other coverage will remain the same.  Current annual premium is $2322.00.

c)  Chairman Franek reported that he had spoken with Jerry Wenger regarding his plans to actively use his liquor license.  Concern was expressed in October that it is restraint of trade for him to have a license that is not being used since only three are available in the town.  Research continues into State Statutes that may impact this issue.

d)  Chairman Franek contacted Pat Mitchell, Town of Lyndon Chairman, regarding stricter enforcement of Nuisance Ordinances in Lyndon.  It was decided that in Kildare, except in exceptional cases, issues will be investigated only if a complaint is filed with the Town Board. Board members will check the information they have regarding the use of citations to enforce ordinances and report at the December meeting.

e)  Amendment of the 2007 Budget was tabled until December 12, 2007   to allow time for outstanding MFL taxes to be credited to the town’s account. Motion by Schneider; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.

f) Adoption of the 2008 Budget – The minutes of the November 15, 2006 Special Town Board Meeting were read by the clerk; no corrections. Motion to accept the minutes as read by Franek; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.  Motion by Schneider to adopt the proposed 2008 Budget; second by Franek; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.

g)  Chairman Franek informed the board that the pole saw that was to be purchased for town use would not be suitable, so no further action will be taken at this time.

12.  Motion by Schneider to pay all bills on the table; second by Lapp; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes.

13.  Agenda Items for December Meeting:  Use of citations to enforce ordinances, unused liquor license, amend 2007 budget.

14.  Motion by Schneider to adjourn; second by Franek; carried by a voice vote of 3 ayes. Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Beth Onofrio, Clerk

*Note:   This is a summary of the official meeting minutes which are maintained in the clerk’s office.  Contact the clerk for additional information on specific items.