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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExecutive Committee - Minutes - 10/17/2006L:\COMMITTEES AND BOARDS\EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE\2006\Executive Committee Minutes 101706.doc Page 1 of 2 Minutes of the Bayfield County Executive Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 17, 2006 4:00pm Bayfield County Board Room Members present: Kenneth Jardine, Thomas Gordon, Dee Kittleson, John Blahnik, Brett Rondeau, Bill Kacvinsky Others Present: Mark Abeles-Allison, Kris Kavajecz, Tim Kane-UW Extension, Karen Austin, John Josephson, Jason Fischbach, media. Meeting called to order by Chairman Rondeau at 4:00pm. Motion Regarding Minutes of the September 14, 2006 Executive Committee Meeting; Motion by Blahnik, Kittleson to approve minutes of the September 14, 2006 meeting. Motion Carried. Discussion and Possible Action on Invasive Species Resolutions: Abeles-Allison provided a brief summary of activities related to invasive species up to this point. Tim Kane reviewed three draft resolutions for consideration supporting the fight against invasive species at the county, state and University of Wisconsin levels. Motion Blahnik, Kittleson to forward resolution encouraging State support of Invasive Species action to the full county board for consideration. Motion Carried. Motion Blahnik, Kittleson to forward the resolution supporting the Invasive Species Specialist position be transferred to Superior and Fisheries Biologist position be reinstated to the county board for consideration, with the position to be located in Ashland or Bayfield County. Motion Carried. The Lakes Association will provide a solid proposal and budget for consideration by Oct 31st. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Ag Station: Abeles-Allison reported that a detailed property description was received this week. A quit claim deed may be received by the end of the month. A cooperative agreement needs to be developed with Ashland County. Various short and long term capital improvements need to be discussed. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding capital improvement program and designation of funds Resolution: Abeles-Allison discussed designating funds for specific long-term projects. Motion Gordon, Blahnik to designate 1.7 million dollars toward the courthouse renovation, County Highway C, and courtroom renovation projects and forward to county board for approval. Motion Carried. Discussion & Possible Action Regarding County Smoking Policy: The Labor-Management Committee recommended this policy on to the Executive Committee for consideration. The policy will be put in the form of a resolution and brought back at the November meeting. Discussion and Possible Action on Administrator Evaluation Format: Abeles-Allison reviewed several format options for County Administrator evaluation. L:\COMMITTEES AND BOARDS\EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE\2006\Executive Committee Minutes 101706.doc Page 2 of 2 Motion by Gordon, Kacvinsky to utilize the format of Marathon County for County Administrator evaluation. Additional comments may be added. Motion Carried. Reports: • 2007 Budget: A letter was received from the State after the budget was approved by the Executive Committee increasing the allowable levy amount. The County Administrator recommends increasing the budget by the amount allowed, and making the increase in the contingency fund. • County Strategic Plan: Work will continue on this effort. • Health Insurance Update: An update on claims through the end of June were provided. • Financial Update: Treasurer’s report was reviewed. • Prescription RX Report: A summary of the activity of this program so far was reviewed. • Courthouse offices: Renovation proposal for the West Wing of the Annex is being developed. The Health Department will be located here. • Contracted Services: A summary of Corporation Counsel and Surveyor expenses was reviewed. Motion Gordon, Blahnik to retain Bill Bussey as Corporation Counsel and authorize County Administrator to negotiate rate. Roll Call Vote: Gordon-yes, Kittleson-No, Jardine-No, Kacvinsky-No, Blahnik-yes. Motion Failed. Proposals for Corporation Counsel services will be requested. Abeles-Allison reported that County Surveyor, Bob Mick will be retiring. The committee discussed various options for replacing the Surveyor. Motion Kacvinsky, Jardine to request proposals for County Surveyor work. Motion Carried. Motion Gordon, Blahnik to adjourn. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 5:55pm.