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Common Council January 14, 2025 Page 1 CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMMON COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers – Municipal Building 500 N. Chestnut Avenue - Oconto Falls, WI. 54154 JANUARY 14, 2025 – 6:00 pm MINUTES 1. Meeting called to order at 6:00pm by Mayor Clint Braun 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Cal l Present: Aldermen: Marty Coopman (via phone) , Jeff M cDonald, Tim Holman Mathew McDermid Also Present: Mayor Clint Braun, Administrator Peter Wills, Police Chief Olsen, Deputy Clerk Jenny Friedman, Street Superintendent Wally Remic, Warren Bluhm with Time Herald, Utility Manager Greg Kuhn, Michelle Tester, Mike Frievalt, Kim Pytleski Absent: Aldermen Ashley Bahrke and Aldermen Devin Wirtz 4. Approval of Minutes - Common Council 12.10.24 MOTION: McDermid/McDonald Motion to approve the minutes as presented for the Common Council 12.10.24. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 5. Treasurer’s Report-November MOTION: McDermid/Holman Motion to approve the Treasure’s report for November as presented and placed on file as presented. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 6. Bills Payable – December MOTION: McDermid/McDonald Motion to approve the Bills Payable as presented for December and place on file. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 7. Reports: Written reports submitted ✓ Administrator Report ✓ Police Department Report ✓ Municipal Court Report ✓ Fire Department Report ✓ Street Department Report ✓ Street Superintendent ✓ Building Inspector Report Common Council January 14, 2025 Page 2 ✓ Library Report MOTION: Holman/McDonald Motion to place reports as presented on file. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 8. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL - Citizen in-put will be limited to 3 minutes. Deputy Clerk Friedman showed the plaque that was ordered in memory of Honorable Larry Jeske. This plaque will be placed by a tree that will be also planted in his honor in the spring by City Hall. The plaque reads (Honorable Larry L. Jeaske 08.04.1940-12.15.2024, A man of great intellect and dedication. The City of Oconto Falls will never forget his loyalty and commitment to our community.) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: 9. Committee Reports Board of Review N/A Emergency Management Committee Report-N/A Finance Committee N/A Joint Review Board N/A Library Board- N/A Main Street Committee Report 12.18.24 Park & Recreation Committee Report-N/A Personnel Committee Report N/A Planning Commission Report N/A Ordinance Commission N/A Utility Commission Report 12.16.24 No Action Taken Old Business: 10. WI DOA NEIGHBORHOOD INVESTMENT GRANT- FIRE STATION PROJECT UPDATE Fire Chief Tim Magnin has the grant paperwork finished and is waiting on the Department of Administration for final action. No Action Taken 11. Columbia Street Reconstruction Project Updates The Columbia Street Reconstruction Project is going to be completed from March 2025 through December 2025. Trees that are planned to be removed are marked with a pink x. The City will notify homeowners at residence 1-2 business days before the start to cut, in case there is a need to block driveway or street. Letters to citizens will be mailed out on January 15,2025 to update the citizens of the construction. On the Oconto Falls Municipal Utility website at Common Council January 14, 2025 Page 3 https://www.ofmu.org/ there is a detour map also for people to view before the construction starts. No Action Taken 12. 782 N. Main Street -Former Hardees Status Update Edna&M’s is still on track to open up in the 2025 year to do food manufacturing. At this time there is no further updates. NO ACTION TAKEN 13. City Hall Boiler & HVAC Recommendation a. ACC Boiler Replacement two Lochnivar 400 Boilers $58,413.00 The City Hall boiler is at its end of life and is need of repair or replacement. The City Administrator has been working with Automated Comfort Controls, Energy Control & Design and JF Ahern to get estimates for City Hall. The best purchasing option was for the city to go with Automated Comfort Controls (ACC). MOTION: McDermid/McDonald Motion to approve Automated Comfort Controls (ACC) BID replace Boiler and ACE for the amount of $140,428.00. Roll Call Vote: McDermid-yes, McDonald-yes, Coopman-yes, Holman-yes, Wirtz- Absent, Bahrke-Absent Motion Carried b. Annual Maintenance Agreement $3,114.72/year MOTION: McDermid/Holman Motion to approve the Automated Comfort Controls (ACC) Annual Maintenance Agreement for $3,114.72/ year. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 14. City Hall Technology, Key cards & Cameras Recommendation a. YEALINK Meeting Board $10,991 Yearlink Meeting board is an all-in-one unit. The Yearlink Board has auto framing, speaker tracking, picture-in-picture, Smart Collaboration Whiteboard, Full Device Ecosystem. An 89inch meeting board was initially in the estimate. Mike Frievalt stated that an 89inch meeting board would be too big for the council chamber so a 65inch would work better. b. Keycard System & Camera Controller $10,483 The current keycard system and camera controller has been in place since 1999. The system can no longer add or edit current users. The new system would be video log in and the city then would own the system. c. City Hall Cameras $21,287 Direct-to-cloud cameras offer microSD or premium cloud storage. The GV-GEBF4911 features event-triggered onboard sirens and lights for security. All models support AI search to identify specific details, such as gender or clothing color. Common Council January 14, 2025 Page 4 d. Four Facilities cameras conversion $13,126.80 Total for Upgrades $55,887.70 MOTION: McDonald/McDermid Motion to approve YEALINK Meeting Board, Keycard System & Camera Controller, City Hall Cameras and Four Facilities cameras conversion for the amount of $53,000. Roll Call Vote: McDonald-yes, McDermid-yes, Coopman-yes, Holman-yes, Wirtz- Absent, Bahrke-Absent Motion Carried 15. Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities Bucket Truck purchase by City a. Authorize the City to purchase OFMU Bucket Truck using $20,000 of the Utilities 30% = $42,128 portion of City Hall Boiler & HVAC upgrades. The old 2005 F550 Utility Bucket Truck is no longer needed by the Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities. This could be utilized by the Street Department the utilities would still do the inspections on it. MOTION: McDermid/Holman Motion to approve purchase Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities 2005 F550 Utility Bucket Truck for twenty thousand dollars. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 16. Street Department Brine Storage Tank & Stainless Pump a. Brine Storage Tank b. Stainless Steel Pump The DNR has been monitoring how much salt the municipalities are using and where the salt goes in the environment. DNR is encouraging municipalities to go to brining. The brining and pretreating of the streets will save Oconto Falls about ten to twenty tons of salt usage. The new sprayer equipment and storage tank are now being used. The Brine Storage Tank does not make the brine it is strictly for holding the brine. Currently when brine is needed the city will go to the county to restock the brine tank. Street Superintendent has gotten estimates for brine storage holding tank and stainless-steel pump. This would eliminate the city workers going to the city for brine. The County has applied for a grant that may allow a holding tank to be placed in Oconto Falls. The city then would have access to the brine stored. At this time the City will wait to purchase a tank to see the out come of the County grant. No Action Taken 17. Former Fire Station 98 Jackson Street use by Street Dept Street Superintendent Remic expressed that former Fire Station at 98 Jackson Street would be of great use and fit almost all of the street departments equipment and be able to utilize the building if council permits. MOTION: McDermid/McDonald Motion to approve the Street Department to relocate their headquarters to 98 Jackson Street. Common Council January 14, 2025 Page 5 Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 18. RESOLUTION 25-01 a Resolution authorizing 2025 salary increases for employees following 2025 Budget. MOTION: Coopman/ Holman Motion to approve the RESOLUTION 25-01 a Resolution authorizing 2025 salary increases for employees following 2025 Budget and removing the Police Chief Olsen from the resolution. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 19. Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities Sewer Rate Case The Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities has evaluated the current sewer rates and are in need to be adjusted. The last sewer rate adjustment was in 2018. The adjustment amount would be an increase of 6.56% or $3.94 a month. That would equal about $47.71 per year for the average customer. MOTION: McDermid/Mc Donald Motion to approve OFMU sewer Rate Case. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 20. Adjournment Mayor Clint Braun asked if there was any further business before the meeting is adjourned. Having no further business, he declared the meeting adjourned at 7:18 pm. ____________________________ City Administrator Peter Wills 1 To: Mayor & City Council From: Peter A. Wills, City Administrator Date: Feb 2025 Re: Administrator’s Report Projects/Grants: Columbia St Reconstruction Project Street Department and Municipal Utilities have begun cutting trees on Columbia Street. Each resident has received a letter updating the construction timeline and planned detour to start in March. We met with the School district to go over the detour plan to avoid Columbia Street and route traffic to County I and Main Street to avoid directing traffic using Wisconsin and Milwaukee, due to damage to the street and underground pipes. The detour has been sent out by the school district on social media. City Hall Technology Upgrades -The wiring for City Hall cameras, key card access is being installed this month. The whiteboard is expected towards the end of the month. Cameras at the other buildings will continue being upgraded through February and March. Marketing- Business News ran an article on local business Berken Solutions in January. February I and the Mayor will be in a promotional video for the NFL draft done by TEDCOR promoting Oconto County proximity to Green Bay as a place to shop, stay and play. Industrial Park-Submitted industrial park parcels for a site request for business that is working TEDCOR. 2024 Audit-Kerber Rose Audit of the City and Municipal Utilities is underway. The Auditors were on site in January to begin the review and will continue through May 2025. Ordinance Updates- Working on Downtown Zoning Ordinances to update to include upper floor housing, single and multifamily homes and apartments. Additionally removing parking restrictions that would be prohibitive of being bale to rebuild existing businesses in the same footprint. CITY OF OCONTO FALLS 500 NORTH CHESTNUT PO BOX 70 OCONTO FALLS, WI 54154-0070 PHONE: 920-846-4505 FAX: 920-846-4516 2 Comprehensive Plan Update-on the February Agenda is approval of funding of updating comprehensive plan and housing plan that was last updated in 2008.The comprehensive plan is an 18-month process that will numerous public meetings between Planning Commission, public and city council. The updated comprehensive plan update and revised ordinances for downtown will enable the City property owners to apply for Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development (WHEDA) funding programs. Personnel-Working on leadership and training development of staff throughout multiple departments to improve expertise in specific areas and prepare for succession planning. CITY OF OCONTO FALLS STREET DEPT. REPORT January 2025 * Parks Keeping the parking lot at Eastside Beach open for access to the river Maintained the ice rink *Streets Leaf collection on Columbia St prior to Tree removal Removed 9 trees from Columbia St for the upcoming road project Ground stumps at City Hall, Hyland Square and Washington Street Continued GIS Mapping of storm sewers and catch basins and manhole locations Continued GIS Mapping of terrasse and park trees Removed and stored holiday decorations Pretreated with brine prior to snow and ice events Plowed and or salted 5 winter events Took delivery of 125 tons of salt *Building Maintenance Completed monthly fire extinguisher inspections of the street department buildings and vehicles. Moved from West side shop to the former fire station, organized and painted Shut off water and winterized west side shop Turned off heat at west side shop *Street Dept Equipment Removed and had the DPF cleaned for C24 Performed services on C12 and C9 Replaced the battery in the new squad car *Personnel Completed Lifting and Ladder Safety Training Street Superintendent Wally Remic Monthly Report February 2025 Oconto Falls Community Library 251 North Main Street Oconto Falls, WI 54154 920-846-2673 2024 state and federal tax forms have arrived: forms are inside the main library to the right. lf we don't have the form you need, a staff member can print it for you. There are no charges for any tax forms. Regular Programs: . Playgroup - Mondays at 10:30 AM . Storytime - Tuesdays at 10:30 AM . Craft and book visits to Meadowlands (3'd Tuesday of the month) . Sewing classes w/ Lori Harrison (March/April classes to be announced Feb. 17th). . St. Anthony's 4K Storytime every other Monday . Monthly Storytime with craft at Encompass Child Care Disney on lce and Monster Jam Reading Challenges: . Kids aged 2-12: pick up a slip from the library, read 5 books, bring slip back to be stamped. Once completed, slip can be redeemed for FREE Kid's ticket to Disney on lce (Feb. 19-22) or Monster Jam (March 21-23) at Resch Center in Green Bay. (Must purchase adult ticket to redeem free kid's ticket.) See staff at circ desk! Upcoming Programs: Bilingual Storytime (English and Spanish) Tuesday, Feb. l Bth at 10:30 AM. Clifford giveaway books provided by Safe Kids Oconto County (thank you!). Friends of the Oconto Falls Library Midwinter Book Sale will be Friday, Feb. 21't from 9 AM to 5 PM and Sat. Feb.22'd from 9 AM to noon. Fill a bag for a donation of any amount - we need cleanup volunteers for Saturday afternoon. Make your own Play-Doh w/ the Green Bay Children's Museum: K-5 kids on Mon. March 3'd, 3:30 PM (Professional Development Day for Oconto Falls). Sign up available soon! Youth Art Month Reception for students and families: Thursday, March 6th, 5:00 to 7:00 PM. (Student art will be displayed in the library for the month) K*lf* Rachel }rr"o", Library Director OCONTO COUNTY TRANSIT for Residents of Oconto County CALL 1-877-648-9287 (Menominee Regional Transit) PROVIDED BY Oconto County contracts with Menominee Regional Transit to provide transportation to elderly and disabled citizens as part of the Department of Transportation’s 85.21 grant. This service was previously provided by Oconto County Commission on Aging. WHO CAN RIDE? As a part of our partnership, transportation is available to all Oconto County Residents. Vehicles are ADA compliant and equipped with wheelchair lifts. COST? Fares or mileage reimbursement are requested for rides. Reduced fares are available to residents age 55 + as well as individuals with disabilities. NEEDS? This transportation service is provided for individuals who need rides for medical appointments, nutritional needs (groceries), social or recreational purposes, and personal business. WHERE and WHEN? City of Oconto Route: rides are available Monday - Friday. Medical Escort Program: for individuals living throughout Oconto County specifically with medical appointments, rides can be pre-scheduled Monday - Friday. Oconto County Rural Route: Mondays: Northern route (Townships of Townsend, Lakewood, Doty, Riverview, Mountain, and Northern Brazeau) Tuesdays: Central route (Townships of Breed, Bagley, Southern Brazeau, How, Maple Valley, Spruce, Underhill, and Gillett) Wednesdays: Oconto Falls route (Oconto Falls township and the city of Oconto Falls) Thursday: Eastern route (Townships of Lena, Little River, Stiles, and Oconto (not City of Oconto ) Fridays: Southern route (Townships of Morgan, Abrams, Pensaukee, Chase and Little Suamico) FOR MORE INFORMATION Please visit these websites for additional information: www.mitwbus.com and www.co.oconto.wi.us. SCHEDULE City of Oconto Route: rides are available Monday - Friday. Medical Escort Program: for individuals living throughout Oconto County specifically with medical appointments, rides can be pre-scheduled Monday - Friday. Oconto County Rural Route: Mondays: Northern route (Townships of Townsend, Lakewood, Doty, Riverview, Mountain, and Northern Brazeau) Tuesdays: Central route (Townships of Breed, Bagley, Southern Brazeau, How, Maple Valley, Spruce, Underhill, and Gillett) Wednesdays: Oconto Falls route (Oconto Falls township and the city of Oconto Falls) Thursday: Eastern route (Townships of Lena, Little River, Stiles, and Oconto (not City of Oconto ) Fridays: Southern route (Townships of Morgan, Abrams, Pensaukee, Chase and Little Suamico) FOR MORE INFORMATION Please visit these websites for additional information: www.mitwbus.com and www.co.oconto.wi.us. DESTINATION RESIDENTS INDIVIDUALS AGE 55+ OR WITH DISABILITY City of Oconto Route $3.00 $2.00 Oconto County Rural Route $6.00 $5.00 MEDICAL ESCORT PROGRAM FARES Oconto County $10.00 $5.00 Green Bay / Fox Valley / Iron Mountain $20.00 $10.00 Milwaukee / Madison $40.00 $20.00 ONE-WAY FARES OCONTO COUNTY TRANSIT for Residents of Oconto County CALL 1-877-648-9287 (Menominee Regional Transit) Personnel Committee February 04.2025 Page 1 CITY OF OCONTO FALLS PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING Council Chambers – Municipal Building 500 N. Chestnut Avenue Oconto Falls, WI 54154 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2025 – 6:00 PM MINUTES Chairman Mathew McDermid called the meeting to order at 6:02pm. Roll Call Present: Mathew McDermid, Marty Coopman, Ashley Bahrke, Devin Wirtz, Jeff McDonald and Peter Wills (non-voting), Absent: Tim Holman Also Present : Mayor Clint Braun, Deputy Clerk Jenny Friedman, Police Chief Brad Olsen, Street Superintendent Wally Remic, Fire Chief Tim Magnin, Utility Manager Greg Kuhn, Michelle Tester DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION/ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING: 2. Approval of Minutes- Personnel Committee 5.08.2024 MOTION: Bahrke/Coopman Motion to approve Personnel Committee 5.08.2024 Voice Vote: all voting aye – MOTION CARRIED 3. City Workplan 2025-2026 City administrator gave an update on what was going on in City Hall with the departments. NO ACTION TAKEN 4. Manager Paid Time Off (PTO) in lieu of Compensation Time The department head managers do not receive compensation time or overtime when working past forty hours a week. MOTION: McDonald/Coopman Motion to approve eighty hours of manager time off (PTO) in lieu Compensatory time for City Administrator, Police Chief, Fire Department Chief, Street Superintendent, Utility Manager. Voice Vote: all voting aye – MOTION CARRIED 5. Leadership Development & Training Planning There is a need for some of the departments to receive more training on equipment and learn new skills that would benefit the city in their position. The employees are willing to take the trainings that are suggested. NO ACTION TAKEN 6. Minimum Time Commitment for Training Reimbursement Some of the trainings that employees have are at a higher cost and time consuming. The city is looking to implement a policy that an employee has to maintain employment for a certain Personnel Committee February 04.2025 Page 2 amount of time and if they leave employment after training is complete there may be a payback policy. NO ACTION TAKEN 7. The Committee may go into closed session to discuss matters of employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees pursuant to 19.85 (1)(C) Wis. Stats. a. Re: Contract Negotiation MOTION: Bahrke/Wirtz Motion to go into closed session at 6:28pm The Committee may go into closed session to discuss matters of employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees pursuant to 19.85 (1)(C) Wis. Stats. Voice Vote: all voting aye – MOTION CARRIED Those remaining in closed session were Mayor Clint Braun, Mathew McDermid, Marty Coopman, Ashley Bahrke, City Administrator Peter Wills, Police Chief Brad Olsen, Deputy Clerk Jenny Friedman. 8. The Committee will return to open session and may take action on matters discussed in closed session. 1. Re: Contraction Negotiation MOTION: McDonald/McDonald Motion to return to open session at 6:50pm. Voice Vote: all voting aye – MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Wirtz/Bahrke Motion to recommend the Police Chiefs amended contract negotiations and recommend to council. Voice Vote: all voting aye – MOTION CARRIED 9. Adjournment. Having no further business, Chairman McDermid declared the meeting adjourned at 6:52 pm. ________________________________ City Administrator Peter Wills A quorum of the Common Council was in attendance of this meeting. Planning Commission February 4, 2025 1 CITY OF OCONTO FALLS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers – Municipal Building 500 N. Chestnut Avenue Oconto Falls, WI 54154 TUESDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2025– 5:00 PM MINUTES Chairman Coopman called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. Roll Call Present: Marty Coopman, Jeff McDonald, and Chique Tousey-Tabar, Judy Kostreva Also Present: Mayor Clint Braun, City Administrator Peter Wills, Deputy Clerk Jenny Friedman, Michelle Tester, Utility Manager Greg Kuhn, Devin Wirtz, Ashley Bahrke (arrived at 5:45pm), Kayler Belahch, Shannon Smith, Keaton Schultz, Jim Lundberg Absent: William Zietlow, Brad Rice DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION/ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING: 3. Approval of Minutes – Approval of minutes Planning Commission11.06.2024 and Planning Commission Public Hearing 12.04.2024 MOTION: Tousey-Tabar/ McDonald Motion to approve the minutes for Planning Commission 11.06.2024 and Planning Commission Public Hearing 12.04.2024 Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED Old Business 4. McDermid Park & Allen Purucco, Certified Survey Map Allen Perucco,113 Jackson St request to purchase strip of property adjacent to McDermid Park Allen Perucco has maintained small section of city land since he purchased his property in 1982 adjacent to this city land. He has asked if he can purchase the land from the city. The City agreed to the purchase with Allen Perucco to pay cost of survey and closing cost of sale. MOTION: McDonald/ Tousey-Tabar Motion to approve Certified Survey Map for McDermid Park and Allen Purucco and move to Common Council. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED New Business 5. Derek Konop, merge two lots, 344 S Franklin St, Certified Survey Map Derek Konop would like to combine his two lots. This lot does fit within the city Planning Commission February 4, 2025 2 ordinances. MOTION: McDonald/ Kostreva Motion to approve Certified Survey Map for 344 S. Franklin St. merging the two lots together and move to Common Council. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 6. Application for Zoning Variance Rapid Housing LLC 249 Birch Ave Rapid Housing LLC would like the zoning variance for to place two more homes on open sites. Questions and concerns that were brought up; • Are the lots big enough? Yes, the houses will be made to fit on the lot. • In the past has the lots had houses on them? Yes • Will the houses meet the ordinances and setbacks? Yes MOTION: McDonald/ Tousey-Tabar Motion to approve the Zoning Variance for Rapid Housing LLC at 249 Birch Ave and move to Common Council. Roll Call; McDonald- aye, Tousey-Tabar-aye, Kostreva-aye, Coopman-No-MOTION CARRIED 7. Bay Lake Regional Plan Commission proposal to update City’s Comprehensive Plan The city is looking to update its Comprehensive Plan. The last Comprehensive Plan was updated in 2008. The city ordinance will also need to be updated to go with the Comprehensive Plan. If the Comprehensive Plan is updated that benefit the city if it was going to work on capital projects and WEDA program. MOTION: Tousey-Tabar/ McDonald Motion to approve the Bay Lake Regional Plan Commission proposal to update City’s Comprehensive Plan and move to Common Council and utilizing previously authorized funds. Voice Vote: All present voting aye - MOTION CARRIED 8. Discussion on City owned lot by Post Office The city has owned the parking lot by the Post Office. The Post Office has utilized this parking lot for many years. The City has never received compensation for anyone using the parking lot. City Administrator is to look into possibly receiving compensation for the use of the parking lot. NO ACTION TAKEN 9. Adjournment Having no further discussion, Chairman Coopman declared the meeting adjourned at 5:57PM. ______________________________ City Administrator Peter Wills A quorum of the Common Council was in attendance of this meeting OCONTO FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES WATER & LIGHT ⚫ SEWAGE DISPOSAL MINUTES OF MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2025 CALL TO ORDER: The regular meeting of the Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities Commission was called to order in Council Chambers of the Oconto Falls Municipal Building, 500 North Chestnut Avenue, Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, by President Kardoskee at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Schindel, Anastasopoulos, Pytleski, Coopman, and Kardoskee, present. Also Present: Utility Manager Greg Kuhn, Customer Service Representative Beth Rank, City Administrator Peter Wills, Mayor Clint Bruan, and Michelle Tester. MINUTES: President Kardoskee asked for any additions or corrections to the minutes of the regular meeting on Monday, December 16, 2024 and the meeting of Monday, January 13, 2025. President Kardoskee declared the minutes of the regular meeting of Monday, December 16, 2024 accepted as corrected and the minutes of the meeting of Monday, January 13, 2025 accepted as presented. TREASURERS REPORTS: None BILLS: It was moved by Anastasopoulos, seconded by Schindel, that an order be drawn authorizing payment of payroll vouchers 104312-104327, accounts payable vouchers 027318-027346, and wire transfers 001829-001856. Roll call: Anastasopoulos, Schindel, Pytleski, Coopman, and Kardoskee, voting aye. Motion carried. PRESENTATIONS AND OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION: - None CORRESPONDENCE/INFORMATION – None MANAGERS REPORT: Manager’s Report – Kuhn informed the Commissioners that the electric crew will be cutting trees along Columbia Street over the next few weeks. System trimming will also be happening. The Lemorande Substation feeder has been re-routed. Water meter changeouts continue to occur. We have one customer on a water run at this time. There was a sewer backup on Columbia Street. Roots were pulled out and the blockage was cleared. One customer was affected, no real property damage but the customer was able to use the no-fault sewer insurance the Utility carries to recover the cost of the cleaning bill. The frost is approximately 18-20”. The new accounting software is in use and Eve Wallace and Beth Rank have been doing a fantastic job OLD BUSINESS ELECTRIC Update on Substation/Voltage Conversion /Engineering Services Agreement Addendum for Forster – Kuhn informed the Commission that the control panel bid should be made public in the next few weeks. Kuhn presented the Commission with a Cost Estimate Breakdown created by Forster. Schindel questioned what acceptance testing entailed. Kuhn answered that acceptance testing is done on all equipment to verify it is going to operate how it is meant to. In 2023, the substation project was proposed to be $6,690,343. To date, with actual and a few remaining estimated costs, the substation project is projecting to cost $6,258,307. The engineering portion of t he project was approved at $283,500. Forster presented Kuhn with an Engineering Servies Agreement Addendum for $396,000. Forster stated they have more time invested than originally planned. Forster expenses have increased since the original bid. Kuhn stated that Forster is doing an exceptional job working with the Utility and the contractors. Kuhn felt the cost Forster is asking for is acceptable given the market we are in. It was moved by Schindel, seconded by Coopman, to approve the Engineering Services Agreement Addendum in the amount of $396,000 wit h Forster with the caveat that included in this price , a project management inspection occur onsite biweekly. Roll call: Schindel, Coopman, Pytleski, Anastasopoulos, and Kardoskee, voting aye. Motion carried. SEWER Sewer Rate Case – Kuhn informed the Commission that the City Council approved the Sewer rate case. NEW BUSINESS GENERAL Employee Recognition – The Commission recognized John Salscheider and Justin VanderBloemen for 15 years of service with the Utility. The Commission thanked both for their years of service. ELECTRIC 2025 WPPI Funds – Community Contributions increased from $1,500 in 2024 to $2,500 in 2025. Kuhn suggested that $1,000 be given to Badger State Girls, $1,000 be given to Oconto Falls Memorial Day Fireworks, $250 be given to Oconto Falls Sunset Concerts, and $250 be donated a t a later date. It was moved by Pytleski, seconded by Coopman, to donate $1,000 to Badger State Girls, $1,000 to Oconto Falls Memorial Day Fireworks, $250 to Oconto Falls Sunset Concerts, leaving $250 to be donated at the discretion of the Utility Manager at a later date. Roll call: Pytleski, Coopman, Schindel, Anastasopoulos, and Kardoskee, voting aye. Motion carried. There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Beth Rank, Customer Service Representative Serving Wisconsin’s Municipalities for Over 20 Years! Who’s Your Team? Account Coordinator  Dana Remien  danar@accurateassessor.com Statutory Assessor  Dana Remien 2024 Review Last market update was 2018 2024 Ratio – 61% Maintenance Year Uniformity was set at the last revaluation; values do not change unless something changed on the parcel. Examples: remodels, additions, removal of property, classification changes (residential use to commercial, farming/agricultural to residential use) Field team visited 89 parcels checking on permits pulled, parcels flagged for a visit from prior year, or parcels that clarifying information was required. 2025 Plan - Interim Market Update (IMU)  Timeline:  BOR set for September 4th  Open Book starts July 30th  Notices mailing out July 11th  Field visits completed by  Letters go out to parcel owners of properties we intend to visit in person notifying we will be coming within 60 days of the letter. To start July 30th 2025 Board of Review September 4th 2025 Intentional Education Plan • Dedicated Marketing Director & Social Media Coordinator • Live assessors you can call or email anytime • Educational materials posted on Facebook/Social Media • Newsletters • Board Meetings info@accurateassessor.com 920-749-8098  Education Plan • Facebook Posts • FAQ Handouts • Newsletters • Utility Bill Inserts • Council Meetings • Custom Videos Municipality Name: Oconto Falls Date: 2/10/25 Open Book: 7/30/25 1:00 – 5:00 pm Board of Review: 9/4/25 5:00 – 7:00 pm Contract End Date: 2028 Last Revaluation: 2018 2022 Assessment Ratio: 61% Compliance: No Accurate Account Coordinator: Dana Remien Email: danar@accurateassessor.com Phone: 920-572-7767 Statutory Assessor: Dana Recurring Meeting Schedule: 4 required meetings (Kickoff, Pre-open book, Pre-BOR, End of Year) Clerk: Jenny Friedman Email: dclerk@ci.ocontofalls.wi.us Phone: 920-846-4505 Admin: Peter Wills Email: admin@ci.ocontofalls.wi.us Phone: 920-846-4505 Finance: Email: Phone: Building Inspector: Jane Meissner Email: nebuildinginspector@gmail.com Phone: 715-245-1708 https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/research.policy/viz/Assesse dValues0_2/Story1 Other notes: Expectations Review current contract – Mtc, Reval, A-IMU, IMU 1st Go over timeline – New Construction, Permits, Etc Open Book Process Board of Review Process Verify the municipal website is updated Make sure property link/s work (on tax portal and website) Identify the tax system – ascent, gcs? How are building permits submitted Special Instructions from Municipality Ensure contact info is all correct on website Discuss education – Open Book 2025 Open Book Process for IMU year: Same online process, however No video this year. Instead, it will be replaced with a page that has educational marketing material to look at if they choose and they can click next if they do not want to look at the material. Approve open book letter: approve the letter in February or early March. Notices mailed by: July 3 rd Identify any issue properties/owners – set special procedures: Pre- BOR Meeting What to expect for BOR: • When objections are due to assessor: • Date: 48 hours prior • Send all objection forms as soon as rec’d to account coordinator • Account coordinator and Assessor will keep a list and share with you • Schedule objection appointments for the board of review • https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pa502.pdf Checklist Verify at least 1 board member is trained Affidavit Board Agenda (share our copy) Signing of roll Filing SOA after board Estimated MAR submit to state Final MAR submitted to state and muni TID’s - new or changes for following year End of the year meeting BOR Guide 2025: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pb056.pdf Clerks Guide 2025: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pa502.pdf Property Owners Guide: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pb060.pdf Other notes about BOR: t AC GM EMGM EMGMGM EMEM GM EMGM GM GMEM EMGM EMAC AC AC EO WM SS SS SS LOT 2CSM #2516BY OTHERS POS BY PLS #2502DATED: 6-10-23 POS BY PLS #1259DATED: 9-28-1999POS BY PLS #2265DATED: 10-09-2008 LOT 9LOT 8LOT 7LOT 6LOT 5LOT 4LOT 3LOT 2LOT 1 POS BY PLS #2502DATED: 05-12-2011 BLOCK 3JAMES F. 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Wis. Stats. 66.1001 requires every governmental jurisdiction that regulates the use of land through a land division ordinance, shoreland zoning ordinance, general purpose zoning ordinance, or official map to have an adopted comprehensive plan. In addition, as part of the State Statute requirements, a comprehensive plan must be updated at a minimum of every 10 years. The Commission understands that the City’s desire to update the plan’s content is not only to meet State Statute requirements, but also to ens ure the City has an up-to-date tool to make informed land use decisions. Objectives The Commission has specified the following objectives in updating the City of Oconto Falls’s Comprehensive Plan:  To work with the City Plan Commission (or other assigned entity) to prepare an update to the City of Oconto Falls Comprehensive Plan which will comply with the requirements of Wis. Stats. 66.1001.  To encourage citizen participation and to coordinate planning efforts between the City and neighboring jurisdictions during the plan development process.  To review and update the existing conditions and background data within the plan, as necessary.  To incorporate amendments to the c omprehensive plan that have been adopted since the City’s current plan was developed (i.e., 2008).  To consider existing City planning studies, as well as comprehensive plans adopted by nearby communities and Oconto County.  To assist with update s to the vision statement, recommendations, goals, and strategies designed to guide future growth and development of the City for the next 20 years.  To assist the City in the adoption of the plan by preparing the resolution and ordinance for adoption of the comprehensive plan by the City Planning Commission.  To prepare a plan that can be updated, cost-effectively, on a five-to-10-year cycle.  The Commission will be available at the request of the City to provide additional planning assistance to implement the updated comprehensive plan. Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission The Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission is a multi- service planning agency within Wisconsin that delivers a variety of federal, state, and local programs. It provides planning and technical assistance to member local units of government in n ortheast Wisconsin and is accountable to its members. The Commission also serves as an effective partner for state and federal governments. Commission Contact: Brandon Robinson, Executive Director Email: brobinson@baylakerpc.org Phone: 920-448-2820, ext. 105 Website: www.baylakerpc.org Address: 1861 Nimitz Drive De Pere, WI 54115 CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: SCOPE OF SERVICES & COST PROPOSAL 2 Scope of Services Through a contract agreement between the Commission and the City , the Commission will update the City’s Comprehensive Plan by coordinating and drafting the plan document , along with assisting with meeting facilitation. The following work plan is intended to describe the process to update the plan. The Commission is flexible in refining the details to best suit the City’s desired outcomes. Phase 1: Project Kickoff The Commission proposes to facilitate one (1) kickoff meeting at the outset of the project to provide an opportunity to discuss the project, clarify project objectives and schedule, and begin discussing key technical issues with the City’s core project team (planning staff, the City Planning Commission representatives, etc.). Prior to this meeting, the Commission will review relevant and existing plans and studies, as provided by the City , to better understand recent planning efforts and existing conditions. The Commission will additionally prepare a draft public participation plan, to be discussed at the kickoff meeting and subsequently refined. Phase 2: Update Required Comprehensive Plan Elements The Commission will prepare an update to the City of Oconto Falls Comprehensive Plan. The updated Comprehensive Plan will meet the requirements of Wis. Stats. 66.1001. Commission staff will work with the city to reorganize, simplify, or add new topics/chapters to the plan (as needed) while addressing the required elements per Wis. Stats. 66.1001. The Commission will update the following components:  Accomplishments since the adoption of the previous 2008 Comprehensive Plan  Background information, including data from the U.S. Census, American Community Survey, and/or other public available data  Vision statement, policies, and recommendations  Comprehensive Plan elements and maps, including changes to the future land use plan Phase 3: Project Coordination and Collaboration To facilitate the development of the plan and to ensure that the plan is a statement of City policy, the Commission will meet with the City core team, or other assigned entity or committee, to review and discuss comments related to the text and mapping updates in up to four (4) meetings. In addition, t he Commission will seek comments and feedback from the City project team (or assigned entity/committee) as updates are drafted. Further, the City may seek feedback from the community via public survey. Phase 4: Final Products Upon review of the draft plan update by the City , the Commission will refine and prepare a hearing-ready comprehensive plan. Commission staff will format the plan document into a digital file to facilitate future revisions and amendments. The Commission will attend one (1) open house/ public hearing of the City to present the plan update in anticipation of adoption . Prior to the hearing, the Commission will help prepare the resolution and ordinance for adoption of the comprehensive plan. CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: SCOPE OF SERVICES & COST PROPOSAL 3 Planning Process and Timeline The Commission anticipates a 14-month planning timeframe to update the City of Oconto Falls Comprehensive Plan (see Exhibit 1 ). This timeline is based on the scope of s ervices as outlined earlier in the document. This includes up to four project meetings with the City project team/advisory committee , as well as ample time and opportunity for citizen involvement , and thorough review of content by the City. Upon City approval of this scope of services and over the course of the project, the timeline may be amended if there are unforeseen issues or delays in the planning process. For the Commission to complete a quality plan in a timely manner, the City will be required to review and make comments on the c omprehensive plan update as it is written. The Commission will revise the materials as directed by the City. Exhibit 1. Proposed Project Timeline Phase 1: Project Kickoff Phase 2: Update Required Plan Elements Phase 3: Project Coordination/Collaboration Phase 4: Finalize Plan Update Kickoff Meeting Project Meetings Public Survey/ Open House/Public Hearing Public Input Effort 13 14 MonthPhase 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: SCOPE OF SERVICES & COST PROPOSAL 4 Division of Work Commission staff will be responsible for:  Attending one (1) project kickoff meeting, up to four (4) project meetings, and one (1) open house/ public hearing.  Updating relevant data, maps, and content.  Preparing an open house, an online survey (if requested), and summarizing survey results.  Formatting the Comprehensive Plan document (including text, maps, and other exhibits), as requested following City review of the updated plan.  Assisting the City with preparation of a Resolution, Ordinance, and Public Hearing materials. City staff will be responsible for:  Reviewing and revising, as necessary, the City’s Public Participation Plan prior to beginning the comprehensive plan update process.  Posting and sending out meeting notices and survey notices to citizens and other interested and required parties.  Providing a meeting space for all in-person meetings.  Reviewing and revising, as needed, the Comprehensive Plan update, including: o Required plan elements (e.g. background and data). o 20-Year Vision Statement and Goals & Objectives. o 20-Year development strategy and corresponding mapping. o Implementation Element.  Lastly, City officials are encouraged to attend meetings and provide input, as requested. Project Cost The Commission’s fee for completing the City of Oconto Falls Comprehensive Plan will be $18,515 (see Exhibit 2 ). The Commission prepared this budget based on recent, relevant experience preparing other comprehensive plan updates in the region. Additional meetings, document copies, summary poster, story map, and other work activities requested by the City, beyond those listed in this scope of services , will be at an additional cost to the City. That cost would be at a mutually agreed upon fee. Exhibit 2. Proposed Budget for the Comprehensive Plan Update Cost of Comprehensive Plan Update $20,365 Membership cost savings* ($1,850) Commission/City Contract Amount $18,515 *Transportation element partially updated through the Commission's Rural Transportation Work Program and the Economic Development element partially updated through the Commission's EDA Work Program CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: SCOPE OF SERVICES & COST PROPOSAL 5 Project Team and Qualifications The Commission uses a team approach for its planning projects under the guidance of an experienced and qualified team leader who acts as the project coordinator. The Commission’s team for the City of Oconto Falls Comprehensive Plan Update consists of the following:  Executive Director will oversee the project and ensure diligent completion. o Brandon Robinson - Brandon has been with Bay -Lake RPC since 1998. In addition to his management duties as the Commission’s Executive Director, Brandon is extensively involved with the community assistance program, including comprehensive and other long -range planning, and as sists with plan implementation and ordinance development. Brandon also offers technical assistance by writing and administering grants under these program areas. Brandon earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh in Urban and Regional Studies and in Geography.  Community Assistance Planner will serve as the project lead and will be the primary contact for the project. o Kyle Robison - Kyle joined the Bay-Lake RPC in July 2024. His duties include a range of planning activities such as developing comprehensive plans, hazard mitigation plans, and other long -range planning documents, researching policies and legislation related to communit y development, and engaging with various agencies and local stakeholders. Kyle has developed a diverse skill set from his prior experiences in aviation, engineering design, and community engagement. He is a US Air Force veteran and holds a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from Purdue University.  GIS Specialist will provide mapping, data collection and analysis, and other visualization for this project. o Natalie Blackert - Natalie joined the Bay -Lake RPC in January 2024. Her duties involve leading the development, implementation, and management of Geographic Information Systems for the Bay -Lake Region. Natalie brings experience with GIS -based environmental research, and hist orical infrastructure analysis. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Environmental Geography, and with minors in History and Latin American Studies. CITY OF OCONTO FALLS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: SCOPE OF SERVICES & COST PROPOSAL 6 Work Experience The preparation of county and local comprehensive plans by the Commission dates back to the early 1970’s. Since Wisconsin enacted the “Smart Growth” law in 1999 , the Commission has prepared over 100 comprehensive plans along with other land use plans throughout the eight county Bay-Lake Region. The Commission’s overall planning experience includes development of:  Comprehensive Plans and plan elements for Towns, Villages, Cities, and Counties  Land Use Site Plans  Farmland Preservation Plans  Zoning Ordinances and Codes  Area Development Plans  Park and Recreation Plans  Hazard Mitigation Plans  Tax Incremental Financing Plans  Natural Resource Plans  Sewer Service Area Plans  Transportation Corridor Studies and Plans  Pavement Management Surveys In addition, the Commission has experience writing and administering:  Public Facility Grants  Economic Development Grants  CDBG Planning Grants  Housing Grants  Coastal Management Grants  Transportation Grants Capability Statement As a public and official area -wide planning agency for northeastern Wisconsin since 1972, the Commission has the expertise and resources to successfully achieve the objectives of th is proposed planning project for the City of Oconto Falls. Providing cooperative planning and funding solutions to foster healthy and thriving communities within the region. • Community and Economic Development • Geographic Information Systems • Environmental • Transportation Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission 1861 Nimitz Drive De Pere, WI 54115 920 448 2820 www.baylakerpc.org DRAFT Memorial Field and Oconto Falls Softball Fields MOU The City of Oconto Falls (hereafter, City) and the Oconto Falls Public Schools (hereafter, District) agree that the named facilities are prepared and maintained to allow mutual use of these two facilities. Memorial Field Baseball Field The Memorial Field Baseball field will be available for the Oconto Falls Public School District to use for the high school baseball program’s practices and/or games. A schedule will be made available to the City Administrator and his/her designee(s). City of Oconto Falls Responsibilities ● Irrigation ○ Watering the field ○ Maintenance of the irrigation equipment ● Maintenance of Grass (at Expense of the City) ○ Cutting ○ Fertilizer ○ Weed Control ● Supply a port-a-potty to be available during the High School baseball season Oconto Falls Public Schools Responsibilities ● Maintenance/Preparation of Field for Oconto Falls High School games Oconto Falls Public Schools Softball Fields The Oconto Falls Softball Field(s) will be available for City of Oconto Falls Community youth baseball/softball organizations to use for practices and/or games. A schedule will be made available to the Oconto Falls Public Schools Building and Grounds Supervisor and his/her designee(s). Oconto Falls Public Schools Responsibilities ● Irrigation ○ Watering the field ○ Maintenance of the irrigation equipment ● Maintenance of Grass (at expense of the OF District) ○ Cutting ○ Fertilizer ○ Weed Control ● Ensure the bathrooms are available City of Oconto Falls Responsibilities ● Maintenance/Preparation for and/or during City of Oconto Falls Community Youth games. The Oconto Falls School District shall not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, political affiliation, physical, mental, emotional, or learning disabilities, handicap, gender, gender orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, marital, parental or pregnancy status, ancestry, color, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. DRAFT Current Inventory at Memorial Field that belongs to the Oconto Falls Public Schools Baseball Scoreboard All equipment in the storage shed Smithco Groomer Concession stand and all equipment inside 2 Bleachers at Baseball diamond 2 Large Bleachers at Football field Scoreboard on football field The terms of this memorandum of understanding will be effective as of _________________ through December 31, 2030. City of Oconto Falls Oconto Falls Public Schools _______________________ _________ ______________________ __________ Peter Wills Date Dean Hess Date City Administrator Superintendent The Oconto Falls School District shall not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, political affiliation, physical, mental, emotional, or learning disabilities, handicap, gender, gender orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, marital, parental or pregnancy status, ancestry, color, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Work Plan 2025-2026 City of Oconto Falls 1 | P a g e Departments ADMINISTRATION PROJECTS In Process: WI DOA Fire Station infrastructure grant tracking on going Columbia Street Reconstruction March 2025-December 2025 Park Projects April 2025-September 2025 Memorial Field Playground April 2025-September 2025 City Hall HVAC Replacement January 2025-March 2025 City Hall Technology Upgrades January 2025-March 2025 City Buildings Cameras upgrade February 2025-April 2025 New Copiers Jan 2025 Upgrade Key Cards & Cameras City Hall Feb-March 25 Upgrade East & West side Beach, Street Dept, Cameras March25-April 25 Large Display interactive Board Council Chambers March 25 Columbia Street CDBG February 2024 2% Fire Dues ESLA Reporting January 2025 Enforcement of Nuisance Ordinance Downtown November 2024-August 2025 Street Dept Equipment Replacement November 2024-February 2025 2025 Stormwater Repair January 2025-September 2025 Street Repair Mastic Equipment January 2025-February 2025 Former Fire station 98 Jackson Setup for Street Dept January 2025-February 2025 2024 WI DNR Urban Forestry Grant Wrap Up January 2025 2025 WI DNR Urban Forestry Grant Implementation January -June 2025 Update City Comprehensive Plan & Housing Plan February 2025-July 2026 Paid Time off Review Personnel Manual Updates Job Description Review February-August 2025 Compensation and Classification Review April -August 2025 WI DNR Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Application May 1, 2025 Department Head Reviews July-August 2025 Former Westside Street Shop Review July-August 2025 Ongoing/Waiting: Last Update Property Development Apartment Development Property 1.21.2025 Residential Development Property Memorial Field High School Contract Negotiations 1.30.2025 Farmers Market Discussions 1.24.2025 Middle School/Youth Football 1.14.2025 Work Plan 2025-2026 City of Oconto Falls 2 | P a g e Youth Baseball/Softball 1.13.2025 Sno-Jokers/Memorial Weekend Library Consolidation Ordinances: Last Update: Downtown Housing Ordinance Rewrite 1/21/2025 Subdivision Ordinance 1/21/2025 Water/Utility Ordinance Façade Revolving Loan Program 2025-2026 Assessor Priority: Assessor Citywide Property Revaluation Feb -July 2025 Kickoff Meeting Feb 11th Update Council on Revaluation Feb 11th Open Book July 30th Board of Review September 4th Treasurer Priority: WI DOA Fire Station Infrastrure Grant Tracking Caselle new accounting system training Oct-Nov 2024 Caselle adopt new payroll, AP/AR Dec-Feb 2025 Tax Collections Dec 2024-Feb 2025 Tax Dispersal February 2025 W-2, 1099, Federal Filings, Sales Tax (City, Utility, Library) January-February 25 Dog Licenses Dec-April 25 2024 Pre audit January 2025-May 2025 DSPS Injury Report January 2025 Post Employment actuarial Studies February 2025 Flex Spending non-discrimination February 2025 WRS Reconciliation Columbia Street CDBG February 2024 Audit all financials February-April Clerk Public Voter machine Test Feb 10 2025 Spring Primary Feb 18 2025 Absentee Ballots Spring Election April 1, 2025 Annual Appointments & Oaths April 2025 New Liquor/Tobacco Licenses Chicken License Renewal Fire Department Priority: Work Plan 2025-2026 City of Oconto Falls 3 | P a g e Replacement Equipment Planning 7.2024-8.2026 Confined Space Training 1.2025-3.2025 Personnel Review 12.2024-8.2025 Emergency Management Priority: Communications and Technology Emergency Operations Plan Update 2025-2026 Library Priority: Library Planning 2025-2026 Municipal Court Priority: Judge Training Spring 2025 Police Priority: Police Dept Leadership Succession Planning ongoing DARE Training Jan- Feb 2025 Instructor Development Certification April-May 2025 Street Department Updated: General Capital New Street Sweeper Training April 2025 New Truck Lift January 2025 Brine Tank Evaluation Dec 2024-March 2025 Projects 2025-2026 Columbia Street Project Mark and remove trees Jan 2025-Feb 2025 Assist with detour signage General Operations Street Dept Relocation Street Dept Buildings evaluation Jan 2025-Aug 2025 GIS Map Development joint Utility 2025-2026 Stormwater Repair & Replacements 2025-2026 Personnel Leadership Development Nov 2024-Dec 2026 Work Plan 2025-2026 City of Oconto Falls 4 | P a g e Arborist Training 2025-2026 Stormwater Training 2025-2026 Roadwork Training 2025-2026 Parks – Capital and Operations Ice Rink Improvements & Maintenance Dec 2024-March2025 McDermid Park Improvement(s) 2025 Tree Planting Project/WI DNR Grant 4/25-6/25 Westside Beach Water/Sewer for Bathrooms 2/25-4/25 Tree Inventory 2025-2026 Utility Department Columbia Street Project Mark and remove trees Jan 2025-Feb 2025 Lift Station #2 March 2025-Aug 25 Preconstruction Lateral Cust Contacts Jan- Feb 2025 New Electric Substation Water Meter Replacement Project 2025-2026 Sanitary Sewer Rate Study Done Dec 2024 Utility Cost Allocations 2025-2026 Electric Rate Increase PSC 2024-2026 GIS Map Development 2025-2026 City Fiber Network Cross Connections 35 475 FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City has established a flexible spending plan based on IRS and third party administrator guidelines, which may from time to time be changed or updated by the Common Council, including but not limited to maximum amount of employee contribution. All WRS eligible employees are eligible to participate in the plan. Limits on how much an employee can contribute will be determined periodically by the IRS and/or Common Council. Current employees may join the plan only during open enrollment periods which will generally be in November to begin at the first of the upcoming calendar year. New employees are eligible to sign up within 30 days of their date of hire or during open enrollment. It shall be the employ ee’s responsibility to notify the Deputy Treasurer and obtain the necessary paperwork to join the pl an after the familiarization period. Any employee who joins the program in the inter im basis shall have the spending limi ts pro rata to the first of the year. Council will review annually and will adjust, see the City Administrator for current allowance. The benefit limit may from time to time be changed or updated by the Common Council. -- 480 COMPENSATORY TIME / FLEX TIME Pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act, the City is permitted to give its employees compensatory time off in lieu of immediate overtime pay in cash at a rate of not less than one and one-half hours for each hour of overtime worked, but only pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement, or an agreement of understanding arrived at between th e City and employee before performance of the work. The maximum compensatory time which may be ac crued by an affected employee shall be 120 hours. An employee who has accrued the maximum number of compensatory hours shall be paid overtime compensation in cash for any additional overtime hours worked. The City Administrator and Police Chief are eligib le for an extra forty (40) hours per year of vacation in place of compensatory time. Payment for accrued compensatory time upon termin ation of employment shall be calculated at the final regular rate of pay. Offices may adopt a flex-time arrangement, so l ong as the City Hall remains open to the public from 8 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, and those individuals involved in the flex-time arrangement do so under provisions of their co llective bargaining agreement or with the concurrence of department head. At no time shall a flex time arrangement allow an hourly employee to work more than 40 hours per week. -- Page 1 of 5 \\msa-ps.com\fs\Project\16\16374\16374016\Contract\16374014_Oconto Falls, City of_Task Order #7_CWF + SDW Application (REVISED).docx MSA Project Number: 16374016 (Task Order #7) This REVISED AGREEMENT (Agreement) is made effective ____/____/____ by and between MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC (MSA) Address: 1500 N. Casaloma Drive, Appleton, WI 54913 Phone: (920) 545-2083 Representative: Brittney Mitchell Email: bmitchell@msa-ps.com CITY OF OCONTO FALLS (OWNER) Address: 500 N Chestnut Avenue, Oconto Falls, WI 54154 Phone: 920-846-4505 Representative: Peter Wills Email: admin@ci.ocontofalls.wi.us Project Name: Oconto Falls 2025 Clean Water Fund and Safe Drinking Water Application Services The scope of the work authorized is: See Attachment A: Scope of Services The schedule to perform the work is: Approximate Start Date: ___/___/___ Approximate Completion Date: 09/30/2025 The lump sum fee for the Clean Water Fund Application work is: $12,000 The lump sum fee for the Safe Drinking Water Fund Application work is: $0 This authorization for the work described above shall serve as the Agreement between MSA and OWNER. All services shall be performed in accordance with the Master Professional Services Agreement currently in force. Any attachments or exhibits referenced in this Agreement are made part of this Agreement. Payment for these services will be on a lump sum basis. Approval: MSA shall commence work on this project in accordance with your written authorization. This authorization is acknowledged by signature of the authorized representatives of the parties to this Agreement. A copy of this Agreement signed by the authorized representatives shall be returned for our files. CITY OF OCONTO FALLS MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. Clint Braun Brittney Mitchell Mayor Team Leader-Funding Date: Date: 10/25/2024 OWNER ATTEST: Peter Wills Benjamin Andrews Administrator-Clerk/Treasurer Community Development Specialist Date: Date: 10/24/2024 Page 2 of 5 (Attachment A: Scope of Services) \\msa-ps.com\fs\Project\16\16374\16374016\Contract\16374014_Oconto Falls, City of_Task Order #7_CWF + SDW Application (REVISED).docx ATTACHMENT A: SCOPE OF SERVICES SDWLP APPLICATION AND CWFP APPLICATION Working in conjunction with the City of Oconto Falls (OWNER), MSA agrees to provide services for the application services of Owner’s CWF and SDW programs as hereinafter stated. The liability related to the application services and/or other assistance provided is limited to the stated fee for said assistance. MSA is committed to high quality service and performance of the scope herein and is not responsible for the actions of others including but not limited to the agencies associated with these funding sources and oversight. SECTION 1: CWFP APPLICATION ASSISTANCE 1A: CWFP APPLICATION – MSA RESPONSIBILITIES: MSA agrees to assist the OWNER with loan application preparation services including the following: 1. Assess the fundability of the project using WDNR Priority Scoring as a guideline; 2. Meet with Owner to compile the necessary documentation required for a complete application (one site visit assumed); 3. Provide funding program coordination with other funds; 4. Complete Green Business Case submittals on behalf of Owner 5. Complete CWFP Application and submit on behalf of the Owner on or before the anticipated September 30th deadline (application submittal is not a guarantee of a loan award), including the following documentation: • Completed Clean Water Fund Application Form 8700-203 including: o Detailed Project Budget o Detailed Debt Information o Detailed General Municipal Info o Detailed User (and adjusted user) Information o Four Year Revenue & Expenditure Projection o Four Year Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Costs o Replacement Fund Analysis and Schedule Options o Detailed Info on Refinancing of Existing WW Debt • Facility Plan Approval Documentation (MSA or owner provided) • Parallel Cost Approval Documentation • Green Project Reserve • Resolution(s) as adopted by the Owner’s governing board • All MSA Contracts 6. Work with the Owner and the WDNR to compile the necessary documentation required for CWFP post-application submittals. Page 3 of 5 (Attachment A: Scope of Services) \\msa-ps.com\fs\Project\16\16374\16374016\Contract\16374014_Oconto Falls, City of_Task Order #7_CWF + SDW Application (REVISED).docx 1B: CWFP APPLICATION – OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES: Owner Provided Documentation including: • Proposed (or Actual) Intermunicipal Agreement* • User Charge System (current and any projected rate updates*) • Sewer Use Ordinance* • Contracts with System Users* • Past 2 years Municipal Budgets and Audited Financials • Past 2 years Sewer Utility Budgets (and Audited Financials, if separate) • All outstanding Sewer Revenue Bonds and Amortization Schedules • Latest Official Statement • Contracts for other Professional Services • Information on Other Funding Sources* • Debt Instrument to Be Refinanced (Interim Financing Document/Note) • Bidding Documentation (if available at time of application)* Page 4 of 5 (Attachment A: Scope of Services) \\msa-ps.com\fs\Project\16\16374\16374016\Contract\16374014_Oconto Falls, City of_Task Order #7_CWF + SDW Application (REVISED).docx *Addition to Previously Submitted Task Order* SECTION 2: SDWLP APPLICATION ASSISTANCE 2A: SDWLP APPLICATION – MSA RESPONSIBILITIES: MSA agrees to assist the OWNER with loan application preparation services including the following: 1. Assess the fundability of the project using WDNR Priority Scoring as a guideline 2. Meet with Owner to compile the necessary documentation required for a complete application (one site visit assumed) 3. Provide funding program coordination with other funds 4. Prepare and submit Endangered Resources Review request on behalf of the Owner 5. Prepare and submit SHPO Comment and Consultation on a Federal Undertaking request on behalf of the Owner 6. Complete SDWLP Application and submit on behalf of the Owner on or before the June 30th deadline (application submittal is not a guarantee of a loan award), including the following documentation: • Completed Safe Drinking Water Loan Application including: o Detailed Project Budget o Detailed Non-Core Costs Budget o Detailed Debt Information o Detailed General Municipal Info o Detailed User (and adjusted user) Information o Four Year Revenue & Expenditure Projection o Four Year Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Costs o Replacement Fund Analysis and Schedule Options o Detailed Info on Refinancing of Existing Water Debt • Engineering Report Approval Documentation (MSA or owner provided) • Green Project Reserve (if applicable) • Required Resolutions • All MSA Contracts • Owner Provided Documentation including: o Proposed (or Actual) Intermunicipal Agreement* o User Charge System (current and any projected rate updates*) o Water Use Ordinance* o Contracts with System Users* o Past 2 years Municipal Budgets and Audited Financials o Past 2 years Water Utility Budgets (and Audited Financials, if separate) o All outstanding Water Revenue Bonds and Amortization Schedules o Latest Official Statement o Contracts for other Professional Services o Information on Other Funding Sources* o Debt Instrument to Be Refinanced (Interim Financing Document/Note) o Bidding Documentation (if available at time of application)* 7. Work with the Owner and the WDNR to compile the necessary documentation required for SDWLP post-application submittals Page 5 of 5 (Attachment A: Scope of Services) \\msa-ps.com\fs\Project\16\16374\16374016\Contract\16374014_Oconto Falls, City of_Task Order #7_CWF + SDW Application (REVISED).docx 2B: CWFP APPLICATION – OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES: The OWNER will: 1 Provide requested information and documentation complete and in a timely manner. 2 Work with and inform MSA regarding interim financing, accounts related to the project or funds, other projects or funding in process or projected. 3 Seek and retain Bond Council as required. 4 Provide land opinion by Attorney as required. 5 Prepare the rate file case study and update water rates as necessary to PSC prior to loan closing. 6 Prepare the rate evaluation and update sewer rates as necessary, as required prior to loan closing. dnr.wi.govwisconsin.gov WISCONSIN SUBJECT: OCONTO FALLS WATERWORKS - Warning - Federal Service Line Inventory Violation Dear OCONTO FALLS CITY OF -ADMINISTRATOR, The US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2021 Federal Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) require public water systems (PWS) to prepare an inventory of all service lines connected to the distribution system and submit the inventory to the state by October 16, 2024i. The LCRR also requires PWS to make the inventory accessible to the public by October 16, 2024ii, iii. This is a warning letter to inform you that OCONTO FALLS WATERWORKS has incurred a federal violation for failing to submit an inventory that meets all federal requirements by October 16, 2024: Violation TypeViolation CategoryViolation CodeContaminant Code LSL InventoryTreatment Technique 2E 5200 - LCRR If OCONTO FALLS WATERWORKS does not resolve these violations, the EPA may take enforcement action.iv RETURN TO COMPLIANCE OCONTO FALLS WATERWORKS may return to compliance and avoid federal enforcement action from the EPA by completing all of the following: 1. Review your water system’s service line inventory review checklist (attached). Revise your inventory to address all deficiencies identified in the checklist.i • Resources: Overview of Service Line Inventory Requirements (recorded webinar) LCRR Service Line Materials Inventory Instructions Service Line Inventory Review Checklist (attached) 2. Make the revised service line material inventory publicly accessible.ii,iii STATE OF WISCONSINDEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES101 S. WEBSTER STREETBOX 7921MADISON WI 53707-7921 January 21, 2025 PWS ID: 44304964 PWS Type: MC - Oconto County Violation #: 112367600 OCONTO FALLS CITY OF -ADMINISTRATOR OCONTO FALLS WATERWORKS PETER WILLS PO BOX 70 OCONTO FALLS WI 54154-0070 Tony Evers, Governor Telephone 608-266-2621 Toll Free 1-888-936-7463 TTY Access via relay - 711 N a t u r a l l y 3. Submit the revised service line inventory to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) along with the forms below, documenting your inventory’s methods and completeness, and how the updated inventory was made publicly accessible. Email your inventory and the two forms linked below to dnrdgleadcopperinventories@wisconsin.gov. • Forms: LCRR Inventory Methods & Completeness Form Public Accessibility Documentation Form 4. Give public notice for this violation, as required by EPA, and send certified copies of both PNs to EPA Region 5 at R5_GWDWB_PWS@EPA.gov. Contact R5_GWDWB_PWS@EPA.gov to request PN templates and/or if you have questions about the Tier 2 PN requirements triggered by these violation. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The department has contracted with Jacobs Engineering to provide free service line inventory technical assistance to community water systems. To request this free technical assistance, please contact Jacobs Engineering at wisconsin.lsli@jacobs.com or (414) 465-8649. Jacobs will provide inventory technical assistance on a first-come, first- served basis, so you are encouraged to request assistance as soon as possible. To request additional information, or if you believe our records are inaccurate, please contact dnrdgleadcopperinventories@wisconsin.gov. Sincerely, A Hka Ann Hirekatur Lead and Copper Section Manager Drinking Water and Groundwater Program Ecopy: Heather Hermes, Megan Scoon, Ros Schulze, Compliance Specialist, Northeast Region Dave Barkhahn, DNR Field Representative, Fitchburg Service Center Janelle Merry, Field Supervisor, Green Bay Service Center Valentine, Jason, jvalentine@ofmu.org _____________________________ i 40 CFR §141.80(f)(3), CFR §141.84(a), and §141.90(e)(1) ii 40 CFR §141.84(a)(8) and CFR §141.84(a)(9) iii Public water systems with no lead, galvanized requiring replacement, or lead status unknown service lines may issue a written statement to its consumers declaring the distribution system has no lead service lines in accordance with the requirements of 40 CFR §141.84(a)(9) in lieu of making the full inventory publicly accessible. iv The federal LCRR inventory requirements are currently in effect. Wisconsin is in the process of revising NR 809 to include these requirements in our state administrative code. Until this state rulemaking is complete, EPA is responsible for enforcing these federal regulations. OCONTO FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES POSITION DESCRIPTION Revised 2/4/2025 POSITION TITLE: Water Operator/Assistant Wastewater Operator DEPARTMENT: Water Utility/Wastewater Utility SUPERVISOR: Utility Manager/Wastewater Operator/Utility Foreman RATE: $25.00-$31.00 hour Depending on Qualifications HOURS: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, Summer hours Monday-Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday 6:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Water Operator/Assistant Wastewater Operator is a full-time position in the Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities. The person should be highly self-motivated and organized. The person in this position will perform a variety of tasks that the individual is expected to understand and effectively complete in the field of water distribution, treatment, and testing along with wastewater collection, treatment and testing. Employee will be on a weekend data collection rotation. The employee must be able to respond to emergency calls in 25 minutes under normal driving conditions. The operator will receive work assignments and instructions primarily from the Utility Manager, but may also receive assignments and instruction from the lead Wastewater Operator and the Utility Foreman. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school graduate or equivalent. Experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains, services, and related appurtenances, or related work, or any equivalent combination of education and experience providing the knowledge, abilities, and skills listed above. A DNR Water Operators Grade 1 License in distribution and groundwater is desirable upon appointment. A groundwater and distribution license will be required within one year of hire. Wisconsin wastewater license will be required within one year of date of hire. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work will include the maintenance and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection facilities. • Work is performed independently under the supervision of the utility manager, head wastewater operator, and utility foreman who assigns work and makes frequent inspections to insure proper performance of work and adherence to city rules, department policies along with state and federal guidelines. • Performs Lab tests for both water and wastewater. • Files appropriate paperwork as required by Wisconsin DNR and EPA both online and hard copy. • Maintains accurate water records including all pipe size and material. • Advises Management on changes in DNR and EPA compliance standards. • Works as a member of a small-sized crew in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of water mains/ wastewater collections and related appurtenances, and performs emergency repair work, as necessary. • Should also be able to work independently with little supervision. • Troubleshoots SCADA problems and schedules repairs. • Locate water and wastewater facilities in the field for Diggers Hotline. • Inspects service and main installations. Also able to measure and make simple drawings of installations. • Maintains and repairs safety equipment used in water distribution operations. • Operates, water pumps, portable generators, air hammers, and related equipment. • Installs and tests water meters at high and low flows to insure adequate performance, and maintains inventory of meters, parts, supplies, and materials. • Lowers curb boxes; rebuilds manholes; locates mains, services, and related facilities. • Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge in the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains, services, and related appurtenances desired. • Knowledge of the various tools used in water distribution installation, maintenance, and repair. • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, other employees, and the public. • Ability to work from plans, blueprints, and diagrams. • Ability to input information into computers and online form submission. • Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods and under all weather conditions including confined space. • Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with working in a water distribution department. • Must possess and maintain a valid State of Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License within one year of hire. • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one- on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization. • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and at times very loud. Oconto Falls Municipal Utility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Utility will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. OCONTO FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES 500 N. Chestnut Avenue P.O. Box 70 Oconto Falls, WI 54154