amended - City of Appleton

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AMENDED
COMMON COUNCIL
AGENDA
The City of Appleton Common Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 19,
2012, at 7:00 P.M. in the Appleton City Hall, City Center Building, Sixth Floor, 100 North
Appleton Street, Appleton, Wisconsin.
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call of Alderpersons
D. Roll Call of Officers and Department Heads
E. Public Participation (15 minutes) - The public may speak on any item on this agenda not
included in the public hearings (Item H) below.
F. Minutes of Previous Meetings
G. Business presented by the Mayor
1. Recognition of the Appleton North Boy’s Varsity Volleyball Team.
2. Presentation of Donation to Houdini Plaza from the Fox Cities Chamber of
Commerce/Octoberfest Committee.
3. Presentation by the WI Concrete Paving Association for the Wisconsin Avenue
Reconstruction Project – National Award for Excellence in Concrete Pavements.
4. Appointment of Thomas R. Phillips to the Appleton Housing Authority
H. Public Hearings
I. Special Resolutions.
J. Establish Order of the Day
K. Committee Reports
1. Report of the Board of Public Works
2. Report of the Municipal Services Committee
3. Report of the City Plan Commission
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4. Report of the Utilities Committee
5. Report of the Safety and Licensing Committee
6. Report of the Fox Cities Transit Commission
7. Report of the Board of Health – NO MEETING
8. Report of the Community and Economic Development Committee
9. Report of the Parks and Recreation Committee
10. Report of the Human Resources Committee – NO ACTION ITEMS
11. Report of the Finance Committee
L. Consolidated Action Items
None.
M. Items Held:
1. HELD TO DECEMBER 19, 2012 COUNCIL MEETING:
From the October 25, 2012 Safety & Licensing Committee Report – HOLD FOR
TWO WEEKS -
The Class “B” Beer License Application on Nusara Yang, d/b/a Jai Sung Mah Pool
Club, 122 West Wisconsin Avenue BE APPROVED contingent upon approvals
from all departments. (5/0)
City Plan Commission Item #1 (2/3 Vote Required) Special Use Permit #12-12 –
Nusara Yang, 122 West Wisconsin Avenue, for alcohol sales in conjunction with a
restaurant and commercial entertainment BE APPROVED (5/1-Konetzke) subject
to listed conditions. Referred back from Common Council 11/7/12 by Alderperson
Wahl.
O. Ordinances - #132-12
P. License Applications and Communications referred to Committees of Jurisdiction
Q. Resolutions submitted by Alderpersons referred to Committees of Jurisdiction
R. Other Business:
1. Approval of Committee of the Whole Report 12/19/12.
S. Adjourn
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CHARLENE M. PETERSON, CMC/WCMC
City Clerk
Reasonable Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made upon request and if feasible.

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 11, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Clemons, Alderperson Coenen, Alderperson Dannecker,
Alderperson Wahl
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Alderperson Smith
The Municipal Services Committee reports and recommends that:
1. Alternative 2 for the Jackman Street shared use path. BE APPROVED (4/0)
2. Contract with Bloom Companies, LLC to design the Jackman Street pavement from State
Street to Water Street outside the 250 feet WisDOT limits, retaining wall, shared use path
and stairs in an amount not to exceed $75,000. BE APPROVED (4/0)
3. Request, on behalf of the Ralph Kennedy Memorial, to install a flag pole in the island in
the southeast corner of College Avenue and Memorial Drive intersection. BE APPROVED
(4/0)
4. Traffic calming measure (street narrowing) at the intersections of Ashbury Drive/Applecart
Drive and Ashbury Drive/Sourapple Drive. BE APPROVED (4/0)
5. Award of 2013 Materials Testing Contract (M-13) to OMNNI Associates, Inc., in an
amount not to exceed $100,000. BE APPROVED (4/0)
6. Request from Appleton Downtown, Inc. for a Street Occupancy Permit for the month of
June, 2013 to install fiber art in downtown on parking meters, bike posts, planter rails, trees
and light poles. BE APPROVED (4/0)
7. Award Traffic Sign Replacement Contract, Unit L-12, to 3M Company in an amount not to
exceed $300,000. BE APPROVED (4/0)
8. Request from Mark’s East Side for a permanent street occupancy permit for the sign at
1405 E. Wisconsin Avenue be approved with a minimum clearance of 10 feet. BE
APPROVED (4/0)
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Alderperson Clemons
Chairperson

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REPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 11, 2012
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the November 27, 2012 meeting of the Municipal Services Committee
were approved.
2. The following persons appeared at the meeting:
a. Presentation of Jackman Street shared use path alternatives.
3. Director’s Update
• Tree planting at Riverside Cemetery
4. Olde Oneida Street Bridge over the Fox River Project update.
5. Building Inspections Division Permit Summary Comparison Report for November, 2012.
6. R/B Baranowski-Approve $10,000 amendment to 2012 Materials Testing Contract (M-12)
with OMNNI Associates for Riverheath Project. Motion to hold until January 8, 2013
meeting.
7. Approve sidewalk installation at Voster’s Park as part of the 2013 Concrete Paving
Program as shown on the attached drawing. Motion to hold until January 8, 2013 meeting.

MINUTES
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
December 11, 2012
4:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Clemons, Coenen, Dannecker, and Wahl
EXCUSED: Alderperson Smith
OTHERS
PRESENT:
Paula Vandehey Director of Public Works
Eric Lom City Traffic Engineer
Ellen Totzke Deputy City Attorney
Timothy Hanna City of Appleton Mayor
Chris Croatt Alderperson, District 14
Joe Martin Alderperson, District 4
Jason Brown Staff Engineer
Chad Weyenberg Staff Engineer
Randy Schultz 730 S. State Street, Appleton
Jonathon and John Stoeger 527 S. Story Street
Pam Holdorf 3931 E. Ashbury Drive, Appleton
Donna and James Hameister 4004 E. Ashbury Drive, Appleton
Steve Kehn 321 W. Prospect Avenue, Appleton
Jennifer Stephany Appleton Downtown Inc.
Kassie Rose 2344 Meadow Green Drive, Town of Menasha
Chairperson Clemons called the meeting of the Municipal Services Committee to order at 4:00
PM.
MINUTES
G. Dannecker moved, seconded by P. Coenen to approve the Minutes of the November 27, 2012
meeting. (4/0)
ACTION ITEMS
a. R/B Baranowski-Approve $10,000 amendment to 2012 Materials Testing Contract (M-12)
with OMNNI Associates for Riverheath Project.
Mayor Hanna asked this item be held. Staff has a meeting tomorrow with the bank and the
developer. His goal is to still have something to the Council next Wednesday. He stated if
this needs to be voted on Wednesday he would pull it up and put in on the committee of the
whole so Council could act upon it.
Alderperson Clemons stated he respectfully requests that if the Developer wants to come
forward with another amendment he should work out his terms and have a signed contract at
council time.

Mayor Hanna stated that is the goal for the Council meeting. He anticipates that the two
banks involved will also be in attendance.
Motion to hold by C. Wahl, seconded by G. Dannecker.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
e. Approve traffic calming measure (street narrowing) at the intersections of Ashbury
Drive/Applecart Drive and Ashbury Drive/Sourapple Drive.
Motion to approve by G. Dannecker, seconded by C. Wahl.
Jason Brown stated next year we are constructing new concrete pavement along Ashbury
Drive. He understands there are concerns about speed along this section of Ashbury Drive.
Staff met and talked about implementing some traffic calming ideas. What is proposed at the
intersections of Ashbury Drive/Applecart Drive and Ashbury Drive/Sourapple Drive is
narrowing the pavement to 29’ from back of curb to back of curb. The rest of the street will
be at 33’ wide from back of curb to back of curb. The impact of this would be restricted
parking a few hundred feet.
Eric Lom stated staff struggles, especially in residential neighborhoods, of the never ending
speeding complaints. Once a road is constructed we can talk about enforcement and all the
different speed watch programs, but we know that anything we do after the fact really have
an impact on the speeds for only a short period of time. This proposal addresses the problem
before the road is constructed allowing for implementation of measures we know will change
the long term behavior of the driver and reduce the speed by a few miles per hour.
Pam Holdorf, 3931E. Ashbury Drive – she has talked with several neighbors and there is
agreement that they do not understand how this is going to slow traffic. She does not notice
a lot of speeding on Ashbury and feels the curve of the road makes drivers slow down.
Eric stated the curve does influence the speed of the vehicles.
Pam asked if it is necessary to do this? She asked are we taking a nice neighborhood and
turning it into reduced parking and narrowing. She asked if there were a lot of complaints?
Eric stated there were complaints which started staff looking at alternatives. He stated we
looked to see if there was a speeding problem and found there is not. If this was an existing
road we would not be recommending any traffic control changes. What makes this different
is the road has not been constructed yet and there really is no cost associated with making
this change.
Alderperson Clemons stated he sees this as a long term goal of slowing traffic down, but he
agrees with point about the curve also influencing the speed of the vehicles. He stated now
we have to decide how important is the parking.
Director Vandehey stated she has these in her subdivision and the bump outs do cause her to
slow down.
Donna Hameister, 4004 E. Ashbury - she is concerned about kids on bikes at this intersection
because she does not feel there is going to be enough room for two cars to get through.
Eric stated we do not have to put both in. Putting two in would have a better effect overall
than putting in just one. He stated with regards to the width we look at many factors. We
look at the narrower you get the less distance there is for pedestrians or people going to the
park have to cross to get to the other side of the road. He stated on the flip side we do not

want to make it so narrow that cars and bikers are getting pinched. He stated 29’ is ample
room for two cars and bikers.
G. Dannecker stated he does not like bump outs but they do work. He travels by St. Pius
daily and traffic does slow down and it gives the children a shorter lane to cross.
C. Wahl stated he supports staff recommendations. He stated the main reason is the
statement on speed.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
b. Approve Alternative 2 for the Jackman Street shared use path.
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by P. Coenen.
Chad Weyenberg stated council gave direction to install a shared use path as part of the
Jackman Street Project. He stated we have been working with Bloom Companies and what
we came up with is two alternatives. He proceeded to explain the two different alternatives.
Randy Schultz, 730 S. State Street – he stated this project is in his back yard. He would like
to know how it is going to affect his property and what it is going to look like. He stated he
has done some improvements at the property and this looks like it will change it quite a bit.
He asked if he will still have access to Jackman Street?
Chad responded depending on what is done on the property you will have pedestrian access
to Jackman Street.
Mr. Schultz stated he is also concerned with the noise that this will create.
Chad stated the retaining wall may block some of that noise.
John Stoeger, 527 S. Story Street - owns the investment property to the west of the parking
lot. He stated he likes the steps and is glad to see there will be no impact on their property.
Alderperson Martin stated the slope decrease is a great accomplishment. He is supportive as
is the neighborhood.
Steve Kehn, 321 W Prospect Street – asked if the road is going to shift eliminating the
sidewalks on the other side of the street?
Chad stated the plan is to shift the road over 6’ to the east eliminating the sidewalk but
allowing enough room on the other side to install the shared use path.
Steve asked if there is any room on the other side for steps?
Chad stated there is not a lot of available land on the other side for steps.
Mr. Schultz asked if any trees will be lost?
Chad stated yes, there will be trees lost due to the installation of the path and its slope.
Alderperson Wahl asked if there is any plan to change the traffic control at the bottom of the
hill?
Director Vandehey stated we looked at it but it seems to be working so no changes are being
recommended.
Alderperson Clemons stated he appreciates staff coming to committee with choices and
letting council decide.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)

h. Request from Appleton Downtown, Inc. for a Street Occupancy Permit for the month of
June, 2013 to install fiber art in downtown on parking meters, bike posts, planter rails, trees
and light poles.
Motion to approve by G. Dannecker, seconded by P. Coenen.
Jennifer Stephany, ADI- stated they would like permission to install “yarn bombing” on
parking meters, bike posts, planters, trees and light poles. The official name of this venture
will be “Fiber Rain.” They are also working to partner with the Trout Museum and Building
For Kids.
Director Vandehey stated staff has no concerns. Staff has met with ADI to discuss how they
would be installed and are comfortable with the project.
Alderperson Martin stated he loves public art and supports this project.
Alderperson Clemons stated this approval is for concept only and details will follow.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
c. Approve contract with Bloom Companies, LLC to design the Jackman Street pavement from
State Street to Water Street outside the 250 feet WisDOT limits, retaining wall, shared use
path and stairs in an amount not to exceed $75,000.
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by G. Dannecker.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
d. Approve request, on behalf of the Ralph Kennedy Memorial, to install a flag pole in the
island in the southeast corner of College Avenue and Memorial Drive intersection.
Mayor Hanna shared that Ralph Kennedy had a vision to install flags marking the start and
end of Memorial Drive. This project was one of his last wishes.
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by G. Dannecker.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
e. Approve sidewalk installation at Voster’s Park as part of the 2013 Concrete Paving Program
as shown on the attached drawing.
Alderperson Croatt stated there was a lengthy discussion held at the last Park & Recreation
meeting. He stated we discussed the design of the sidewalk, if they are needed, connection
of the park from one side to the other and if the sidewalks need to lead anywhere? He also
stated discussion was held about the cost of the project.
Director Vandehey stated the cost of the project will be very close whether curved sidewalks
are put in or traditional sidewalks are installed along the right-of-way.
Alderperson Croatt asked Director Vandehey to explain the sidewalk policy as it relates to
this project.
Director Vandehey stated the Sidewalk Installation Policy says that all arterial and collector
streets have sidewalks. She stated Ashbury Drive is a collector street. She stated the policy
then talks about streets around a park and the installation is based on need. Her response to
that is Voster’s Park is in a subdivision that has sidewalks on all streets, including cul-desacs.
The connectivity then is through sidewalks in the park.

Alderperson Clemons stated he is going to walk through the neighborhood to get a feel of
what the residents want.
Alderperson Martin highly encourages sidewalks be installed for parents with strollers and
ADA accessibility.
Motion to hold by C. Wahl, seconded by G. Dannecker.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
g. Award of 2013 Materials Testing Contract (M-13) to OMNNI Associates, Inc., in an amount
not to exceed $100,000.
Motion to approve by P. Coenen, seconded by G. Dannecker.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
i. Award Traffic Sign Replacement Contract, Unit L-12, to 3M Company in an amount not to
exceed $300,000.
Motion to approve by G. Dannecker, seconded by C. Wahl.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
j. Request from Mark’s East Side for a permanent street occupancy permit for the sign at 1405
E. Wisconsin Avenue be approved with a minimum clearance of 10 feet.
Motion to approve by G. Dannecker, seconded by C. Wahl.
Alderperson Wahl what is city policy on graphic signs?
Director Vandehey stated Municipal Services is in charge of the sign placement if in the
street right-of-way. The actual sign itself will have to meet all the sign codes which is
reviewed through Planning and Inspection staff.
Vote on Motion. (4/0)
INFORMATION ITEM
a. Director’s Update
• Tree planting at Riverside Cemetery
Director Vandehey stated Attorney Walsh received notification from Riverside
Cemetery due to the onset of cold weather the cemetery will plant the trees in Spring of
2013.
b. Olde Oneida Street Bridge over the Fox River Project update.
Chad Weyenberg updated the Committee and stated some of the bearings are in much worse
condition than anticipated from the 2004 Bridge Condition Report. All the bearings will be
repaired as part of the Local Bridge Program. He stated the contractor will be back out in
January and this work will take about 8 weeks. In March they hope to have traffic back on
the bridge. There will have to be some closures again in the Spring for punch list items,
pavement marking, painting, etc. Additional project cost is estimated at $135,000 ($27,000
local share).
c. Building Inspections Division Permit Summary Comparison Report for November, 2012.

Director Vandehey reported 2012 permit numbers are up along with revenue in comparison
to 2011.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn by C. Wahl, seconded by G. Dannecker the meeting at 5:25 P.M. (4/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE CITY PLAN COMMISSION
Meeting of December 10, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Curt Konetzke; Jeanine Knapp; Josh Dukelow, Vice-Chairperson;
Mark Priddis; Mayor Tim Hanna, Chairperson; Ross Buetow
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Lisa Carpiaux
The City Plan Commission reports and recommends that:
1. 2/3 VOTE REQUIRED Special Use Permit #12-12 – Nusara Yang, 122 W. Wisconsin
Avenue, for alcohol sales in conjunction with a restaurant and commercial entertainment
BE APPROVED (5/1- Konetzke) subject to the following conditions: (ATTACHMENT).
Referred back from Common Council 11/7/12 by Alderperson Wahl.
a. The serving and consumption of alcohol is limited to the interior 1 st floor of the
existing building as shown on the Development Plan. Any future expansions for the
serving and/or consumption of alcohol will require a new Special use Permit
application to be applied for and approved.
b. The applicant shall apply for and receive approval of a Liquor License from the
City Clerk prior to serving or consuming alcohol on the premise.
c. The use shall conform to the standards established on Chapter 9, Article III,
Alcoholic beverages, of the Appleton Municipal Code.
d. All applicable City of Appleton and State of Wisconsin Licensing, health, Building
and Fire Codes must be met, and all necessary inspections must be conducted prior
to issuance of an Occupancy Permit.
e. Building capacity shall be determined based on the available number of parking
spaces and the parking lot shall be striped according to the standards of 23-172 of
the City of Appleton Zoning Ordinance by June 30, 2013.
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Mayor Tim Hanna
Chairperson
INFORMATIONAL

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REPORT OF THE CITY PLAN COMMISSION
Meeting of December 10, 2012
1. The following item is anticipated to be reported out at the January 2, 2013 Common
Council Meeting:
a. The minutes from the November 12, 2012 meeting of the City Plan Commission were
approved.
b. Planned Development Rezoning # 8-12 – Corner Properties LLC to rezone 1910 E.
Capitol Drive and 3601 Commerce Court from C-2 General Commercial District to
PD/C-2 Planned Development/General Commercial District BE APPROVED (6/0)
subject to the following conditions: (ATTACHMENT)
i. Prior to Site Plan approval, CSM #12-15 shall be filed with the Community
and Economic Development Department and recorded in the Outagamie
County Register of Deeds office.
ii. The Implementation Plan Document shall be revised to include the following
standards of 23-66(h)(8)(a-f) Gasoline Sales:
a. All outdoor storage and outdoor display areas shall comply with 23-
46, Outdoor Storage and Display in Non-Residential Districts, of this
chapter.

MINUTES
CITY PLAN COMMISSION
December 10, 2012
4:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Mayor Hanna, Commissioners R. Buetow, J. Dukelow, J. Knapp, M. Priddis
Alderperson Konetzke
EXCUSED: Commissioner L. Carpiaux
ALSO PRESENT: Jeff Towne Community Development
Don Harp Community Development
Karen Harkness Director of Community Development
Robert Krause 1316 N Appleton St., Appleton
Cheryl Krause 1316 N Appleton St., Appleton
Kathy Flores City of Appleton
Jim Walsh City Attorney
Nusara Yang 806 W. Harris St., Appleton
Maryoua Thao 206 S. Memorial Dr., Appleton
Cher Thao 806 W. Harris St., Appleton
Churmgyia Thao 530 N. Rosemary St., Appleton
Kurt Xiong 3326 E. Forest St., Appleton
Nhazang Zang 1008 E. Mitchell Ave., Appleton
Sai Lee Thao 142 S. Lee St., Appleton
Robert Kraus 1316 N. Appleton St., Appleton
Anne Bremer 217 W. Summer St., Appleton
Bradley Shipps 1704 N. Appleton St., Appleton
Ger Xiong 2413 S. Clover Lane, Appleton
David O’Brien 3323 Bayridge Ct., Oneida
Jared Schmidt 4664 Golden Pond Park, Hobart
Christoph Wahl Alderperson, District 1
Commissioner Dukelow called the City Plan Commission meeting to order at 4:00 P.M.
MINUTES
J. Dukelow moved, seconded by J. Knapp to approve minutes from the November 12, 2012
meeting. (6/0)
PUBLIC HEARINGS/ACTION ITEMS
a. Planned Development Rezoning # 8-12 – Corner Properties LLC to rezone 1910 E.
Capital Drive and 3601 Commerce Court from C-2 General Commercial District to
PD/C-2 Planned Development/General Commercial District.

J. Towne stated both parcels are currently developed. The plan is to raze the current
Hardees restaurant and replace it with a gas station/convenience store and car wash.
Hardees would also relocate to that building. The current Hardees sign on the northern
parcel would be used for the gas station and Hardees on Ballard Road and would be
considered an off premise sign.
J. Towne stated the application asked for several implementation exceptions to the zoning
code standards. This plan does adhere to the comprehensive plan and does meet several
of the goals for economic development and community growth related to land use.
Alderperson Konetzke asked if each exception is being looked at separately.
Alderperson Konetzke asked why off-street parking was an issue?
J. Towne stated for retail we break the building down per square footage and that is why
there is a large number required. If you think about a gas station and restaurant, normally
people would be parked only for a few minutes at a gas station but longer at a restaurant.
The numbers are high based on the usage.
Alderperson Konetzke asked why the sign issue is not grandfathered in?
J. Towne stated the 75’ sign on a separate parcel was approved in the past; however, an
off premise sign is not allowed under the current code. The rezoning and exception would
allow the current sign to be used for this development and become a legal conforming
sign for off premise advertising.
Alderperson Konetzke asked if there is a new ground sign?
J. Towne stated yes. This would be an additional ground sign.
Jared Schmidt stated the signs would not be the same size and one would be for Hardees
and one for the gas station.
J. Towne stated the ground sign would be similar to a column sign and be about 20’ off
the road. He stated there should not be any vision issues.
J. Knapp asked if the islands are green islands?
J. Towne stated there needs to be some landscaping on the islands.
Mayor Hanna opened the Public Hearing.
Bill Merrick, 3415 Commerce Ct., Appleton only had concerns regarding the
landscaping.
Mayor Hanna closed the Public Hearing.
J. Towne stated he did receive two phone calls asking for clarification of the project and
to let staff know there is a daycare in one of the buildings resulting in school bus traffic.
Motion by J. Knapp, seconded by M. Priddis to approve Planned Development Rezoning
# 8-12 – Corner Properties LLC to rezone 1910 E. Capital Drive and 3601 Commerce
Court from C-2 General Commercial District to PD/C-2 Planned Development/General
Commercial District, with the following issues being addressed:

1. Prior to Site Plan approval, CSM #12-15 shall be filed with the Community and
Economic Development Department and recorded in the Outagamie County Register
of Deeds office.
2. The Implementation Plan Document shall be revised to include the following
standards of 23-66(h)(8)(a-f) Gasoline Sales:
e. All outdoor storage and outdoor display areas shall comply with 23-46, Outdoor
Storage and Display in Non-Residential Districts, of this chapter.
J. Dukelow asked what reasons they gave to the exceptions they are asking for?
Jared Schmidt stated the owner of this property owns multiple locations similar to the one
being proposed and he would like to keep them as similar as possible from community to
community. The reason for the sign height exception is so everything can fit on the sign,
such as the emblem, prices and their name. The exception to the off-street parking is due
to the different peak times for a gas station versus a restaurant and based on site
experience there doesn’t seem to be an issue. He stated the flow of the development with
the gas station and the car wash is why they asked for an exception to the landscaping.
Alderperson Konetzke asked if the main building will only be the Hardees and the
convenience store; there will be no other tenant?
Jared Schmidt stated there is a third tenant.
Alderperson Konetzke asked where is the signage for that business going to go?
The representative stated there is a 3x5 wall mounted sign proposed.
Alderperson Konetzke stated there was a lot of debate over the signing for the Home
Depot which was a much larger piece of property. He feels there are a lot of exceptions
being asked for with regard to this development and wonders if all the signage is going to
be too much.
J. Dukelow stated with the explanation given that these exceptions are being asked for
because this establishment is part of larger enterprise and the exceptions are required for
visual consistency across locations, helps him understand that these are not standards that
are out of line with neighboring communities and makes him more willing to accept and
to support this development.
Director Harkness stated this is not an unusual request being so close to the highway to
have the sign height elevated so the visibility is enhanced.
R. Buetow stated typically some of these parking stalls will be used for snow storage. He
asked if they will be removing the snow in the winter to keep all 66 stalls open for
parking?
Jared Schmidt stated yes.
Vote on Motion. (6/0)
b. Special Use Permit #12-12 – Nusara Yang, 122 W. Wisconsin Avenue, for alcohol sales
in conjunction with a restaurant and commercial entertainment. Referred back from
Common Council 11/7/12 by Alderperson Wahl.

Kathy Flores stated on November 17 th the first neighborhood meeting was held with
about 15-20 people in attendance, noting the meeting went well and a tour was held. She
added another meeting was held on December 1 st in which about 8 people attended/
Mayor Hanna stated the question before this committee is whether this is an appropriate
place to sell alcohol.
Anne Bremer, 217 W. Summer St., Appleton is in support of this business. The owner is
a responsible business owner and has the right to own and operate her business anywhere
she wants.
Bradley Shipps, 1704 N. Appleton St., Appleton attended the November 17 th meeting and
supports this business. She felt the location is appropriate and moved to this area because
of the diversity in the neighborhood.
Robert Kraus, 1316 N Appleton St., Appleton said this is a quiet established
neighborhood and the sale of alcohol will affect the neighborhood, adding the only
commercial property adjacent to this property is a dry cleaner across the street. Because
the area is all residential he felt parking and noise would be an issue. If this was a typical
eatery open from 8 a.m.to 9 p.m. he would have no issues. He attended the open house
and is concerned with some of the interior fixtures he saw and asked that the city protect
the neighborhood and deny this request.
Cheryl Krause, 1316 N Appleton St., Appleton stated those that live a block to blocks
away from this business do not have concerns like the ones people have that live right
next door. She said the business on Richmond Street does not have pool tables, a stage, or
slot machines and the hours are 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Phan Xiong, 337 W Wisconsin Ave., Appleton was thankful for the diversity that is
embraced in this area and would like to see that continue with this business.
Maryoua Thao, 206 S. Memorial Dr., Appleton supports Mrs. Yang to own her own
business and felt this was about chasing the American dream and moving forward. She
felt a business without the ability to serve alcohol does not survive in this area. He
wanted to show support for Mrs. Yang and the fact that she is bringing jobs to the
community.
Nusara Yang said her dream was to open a business in America and one reason was to
provide jobs for her family. She added she will be very conscious of the people she
serves alcohol to.
Motion to approve by J. Dukelow and seconded by J. Knapp the Special Use Permit #12-
12 – Nusara Yang, 122 W. Wisconsin Avenue, for alcohol sales in conjunction with a
restaurant and commercial entertainment to run with the land and with the following
conditions:
1. The serving and consumption of alcohol is limited to the interior 1 st floor of the
existing building as shown on the Development Plan. Any future expansions for the
serving and/or consumption of alcohol will require a new Special use Permit
application to be applied for and approved.
2. The applicant shall apply for and receive approval of a Liquor License from the City
Clerk prior to serving or consuming alcohol on the premise.

3. The use shall conform to the standards established on Chapter 9, Article III,
Alcoholic beverages, of the Appleton Municipal Code.
4. All applicable City of Appleton and State of Wisconsin Licensing, health, Building
and Fire Codes must be met, and all necessary inspections must be conducted prior to
issuance of an Occupancy Permit.
5. Building capacity shall be determined based on the available number of parking
spaces and the parking lot shall be striped according to the standards of 23-172 of the
City of Appleton Zoning Ordinance by June 30, 2013.
Alderperson Konetzke started he is struggling with this action item and supported the
denial at the first meeting. He did attend one of the meetings which changed his outlook
initially. He would like to give Yang an opportunity to have a business and feels
everybody expects some sort of alcohol to be served in a restaurant and pool hall.
Because of the area, was unsure if this was a good place for alcohol sales. He noted we
have approved time limitations on permits in the past with a review in one year.
Mayor Hanna said when he looks at this item and looks at what the responsibility is of
Plan Commission and that is, is this appropriate place to sell alcohol? The selling of
alcohol can take on many forms and he would like to see a wine and cheese bar on
Wisconsin Avenue. If this were somewhere we could go and sit and have a glass a wine
and sample cheese and such we would probably being saying great. Because we are
talking about beer and pool and we need to be careful about the different personas that
emanates. He added this is a commercial corridor and feels this is an appropriate place to
sell alcohol and will support this item.
J. Dukelow stated he will support this item.
Vote on Motion. (5/1-Konetzke)
INFORMATION ITEMS
-NONE-
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by J. Dukelow seconded by J. Knapp to adjourn the meeting at 5:00 P.M. (6/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 11, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Hill, Alderperson Jirschele, Alderperson Spears
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Alderperson Baranowski, Alderperson Martin
The Utilities Committee reports and recommends that:
1. CRITICAL TIMING - 2013 A/C Stormwater Consulting Services Contract for 2013
Stormwater Management Plan Reviews and 2013 Wetland Delineations BE AWARDED to
AECOM in an amount not to exceed $85,000. (3/0)
2. 2013 B Stormwater Consulting Services Contract BE AWARDED to Endpoint Solutions
for the Bellaire Ravine Drainage Area Study Update in an amount not to exceed $45,975.
(3/0)
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Alderperson Jeff Jirschele
Chairperson
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the November 13, 2012 meeting of the Utilities Committee were
approved.
2. The Utilities Committee went into closed session pursuant to State Statute 19.85(1)(e) for
the purpose of discussion of negotiations for water meter purchases and then reconvened
into open session.
3. The Utilities Committee discussed the issued contracts to Absolute Asphalt for $4,795,
Miller Masonry for $9,200, and Schmalz Landscaping for $4,971.06 for repairs to
walkways and the parking lot at the Wastewater Plant.
4. The Utilities Committee was updated on the award of Green Tier Project Consulting
Services Contract to AECOM.
5. The Utilities Committee discussed the BPW award of Unit G-13 Prospect Avenue Water
Reservoir Demolition to Veit & Company, Inc. in the amount of $117,966.

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6. The Utilities Committee was updated on the Corrosion Mitigation Settlement Project at
AWTF.
7. The Utilities Committee discussed Change Order #1 to Coenen Mechanical for the
Wastewater Sanitary Sewer Capacity Improvements Project to increase contract for
equipment and labor in the amount of $2,010 resulting in a decrease of contingency from
$6,000 to $3,990.

MINUTES
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
December 11, 2012
6:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Hill, Jirschele, and Spears
EXCUSED: Alderperson Baranowski and Martin
OTHERS PRESENT:
Paula Vandehey Director of Public Works
Chris Shaw Utilities Director
Ellen Totzke Deputy City Attorney
Pete Neuberger City of Appleton Civil Engineer
Chairperson J. Jirschele called the meeting of the Utilities Committee to order at 6:04 P.M.
MINUTES
C. Spears, seconded by R. Hill moved to approve the Minutes of the November 13, 2012
meeting. (3/0)
APPEARANCES
-NONE-
ACTION ITEM
a. CRITICAL TIMING - Award of 2013 A/C Stormwater Consulting Services Contract for
2013 Stormwater Management Plan Reviews and 2013 Wetland Delineations to AECOM in
an amount not to exceed $85,000.
Motion to approve by C. Spears, seconded by R. Hill.
Pete Neuberger stated the $85,000 is the amount we budgeted. The actual costs will be
based on the number and complexity of the permit applications that we receive. He stated
AECOM has a vast understanding of the City’s priorities and regulations and put together a
proposal that reflects their expertise and capabilities.
Director Vandehey stated as far as stormwater reviews, AECOM staff has been very
responsive to the city. If there is a critical timing issue, they will drop what they are doing
and redirect their focus to our needs.
Alderperson Spears asked if the other firms that were sent the RFP have insight into what
goes on in Public Works?
Director Vandehey stated they can meet with Pete and Sue and discuss what the City’s
expectations are.

Alderperson Spears asked if any of the firms did that?
Pete stated yes. Four of the five firms came in and talked to us.
Alderperson Spears said she wants to be fair and not just give the contract to AECOM
because they have done business with us before.
Alderperson Jirschele asked why it was stated in the memo if AECOM does a satisfactory
job, Public Works would anticipate awarding this same contract to them in 2014 and 2015?
Pete stated it is putting Utilities Committee on notice that Public Works will most likely be
back next year with another contract recommendation but will have not gone through the
RFP process. He stated it takes a lot of work for these firms to put together responses to
these RFP’s.
Vote on Motion. (3/0)
b. Award of 2013 B Stormwater Consulting Services Contract to Endpoint Solutions for the
Bellaire Ravine Drainage Area Study Update in an amount not to exceed $45,975.
Motion to approve by C. Spears, seconded by R. Hill.
Pete stated this area has been studied before and it was primarily to deal with some acute
flooding problems that were experienced in the Appleton Papers area. He stated the storm
events that we had in 2008 and 2010 had additional flooding which was not part of the
original study. He stated as we tried to use the original study to find out why these other
areas were flooded, we found it did not have enough detail sufficient enough to give us an
answer. He stated we need to go back in and refine the model. He stated there is enough
new work to be done that we decided not to just hand it all back over to AECOM who had
done the original study.
Pete stated Endpoint Solutions is being recommended because they are using an approach
that allowed them to make the best use of the GIS data which helped them come in with a
less expensive approach. He stated Endpoint Solutions is also recommending an inlet
capacity analysis.
Alderperson Hill stated he is glad to see another firm be the low bidder.
Alderperson Jirschele asked why there is a similar paragraph in this memo as in the previous
action item?
Pete replied we hope in the process we identify some cost effective solutions and bring
recommendations back to this committee for preliminary engineering, final design and
construction. He stated Endpoint will have an advantage on other companies in advancing
us through that process.
Vote on Motion. (3/0)
INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Issued contracts to Absolute Asphalt for $4,795, Miller Masonry for $9,200, and Schmalz
Landscaping for $4,971.06 for repairs to walkways and the parking lot at the Wastewater
Plant.
Director Shaw stated there was some extra deterioration of the concrete at the WWTP
entrance. He stated it was a safety hazard and needed to be repaired. He also stated we took

advantage of this work being done to take an island out of the parking lot which inhibited
parking and flow of the parking lot.
b. Update on Award of Green Tier Project Consulting Services Contract to AECOM.
Pete stated this contract is for $8,428. This is ground breaking work. AECOM
demonstrated a great line of communication with DNR staff. He stated we are going to be
developing a project that will take the lead in creating a water resource plan under the
DNR’s pilot program. The State’s goal is to encourage communities to take a holistic
approach to water resources. He stated this contractor will help us develop a scope for
applying for grants.
Alderperson Jirschele asked if other communities could be involved in the development of a
plan?
Pete stated one of the goals is to develop a water budget. He stated it is possible and a
recommendation can be made to partner with other communities.
c. BPW Award of Unit G-13 Prospect Avenue Water Reservoir Demolition to Veit &
Company, Inc. in the amount of $117,966.
d. Corrosion Mitigation Settlement Project at AWTF Update.
Director Shaw stated this was a very successful long-term project. The only item left to
finish is the pickling which is cleaning of the pipe surface corrosion with nitric acid paste
and that will be done in our down time.
e. Change Order #1 to Coenen Mechanical for the Wastewater Sanitary Sewer Capacity
Improvements Project to increase contract for equipment and labor in the amount of $2,010
resulting in a decrease of contingency from $6,000 to $3,990.
Director Shaw stated additional safety factors came up during the course of the work which
was not identified initially and that is the reason for the change order.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by C. Spears that the Utilities Committee will go into closed session pursuant to
State Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of discussion of negotiations for water meter
purchases and then reconvene into open session, seconded by R. Hill. (3/0)
The Committee met in closed session.
C. Spears moved, seconded by R. Hill, the Utilities Committee RISE AND REPORT and
reconvene into open session. (3/0)
The Committee is back in Open Session.
ADJOURNMENT
C. Spears moved, seconded by R. Hill to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 P.M. (3/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE SAFETY AND LICENSING COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 13, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Clemons, Alderperson Mettille, Alderperson Oswald,
Alderperson Plank, Alderperson Smith
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The Safety and Licensing Committee reports and recommends that:
1. The following Operator’s Licenses BE APPROVED: (5/0)
Lisa M. Bakken 606 Taylor Street, Little Chute
Linda M. Berge 1018 E. Lindbergh Street
Jessie D. Black 533 N. Mary Street
Brittany J. Coleman 2130 W. Russet Court, #7
Erin E. Derus W5422 Krueger Road, Black Creek
Craig A. DeValk 114 Elm Street, Combined Locks
Dennis P. Eslinger 741 Depot Street, #8, Little Chute
Erin L. Fragel 419 Kimberly Avenue, #F, Kimberly
Louise M. Grant 1121 N. Union Street
Katie L. Helbing 85 Valerie Drive
Ruben Hernandez 47 Five Oaks Drive, Menasha
Daniel P. Jahnke 329 E. North Street, Juneau
Nicole M. Jung 1214 ½ N. Superior Street
Manoj Kandel 1013 Lucerne Drive, #3A, Menasha
Kathleen A. McCrary 1618 N. Racine Street
Tammy J. Mehlberg 307 W. Weiland Avenue
Guadalupe Miranda-Hernandez 47 Five Oaks Drive, Menasha
Melissa M. Oakes 933 W. Spring Street

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Meeting of December 13, 2012
Bishau Sapkota 1005 Lucerne Drive, #2D, Menasha
John H. Scheibe 714 W. Frances Street
Anna M. Schlagenhaft 2424 Jonathon Drive
Courtney G. Schroeder 1634 E. Harding Drive, #5
Courtney C. Steile 711 E. Boldt Way, SPC #1393
Joel B. Stensberg 122 Prairie Court
Joanna S. Thompson N448 Maple Ridge Drive
Matthew J. Ukasick 1606 Acorn Court, Menasha
Nichole M. VanHout N210 State Park Road
Cynthia Vargas 2713 N. Locust Street
Aubree L. Wenzel 1920 Anita Court
Tiffany R. Williams 1035 S. Christine Street
Dione M. Wise 1211 E. Jardin Street
2. The Fire Department request to Purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras BE APPROVED.
(5/0)
3. The Secondhand Mall/Flea Market License application of James A. Emmers d/b/a
Rummage Bonanza at 2639 South Oneida Street, Suite 3, BE APPROVED contingent upon
approvals from all departments. (5/0)
4. The Renewal Secondhand Article Dealer License application of Daniel J. Quella d/b/a Now
That is Cool, 1218 South Madison Street BE APPROVED contingent upon approvals from
all departments. (5/0)
5. The Committee REAFFIRMS its previous recommendation that: The Police Department
request to approve cancellation of Tactical Response Agreement with the Town of Grand
Chute BE APPROVED. (5/0)
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Alderperson Kathleen S. Plank
Chair
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the November 29, 2012 meeting of the Safety and Licensing Committee
were approved.
2. Directors Reports – See Minutes for details

• City Clerk
• Fire Chief
• Police Chief
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Police Department Weekly Report
3. Information on liquor law violation convictions.
4. No Operator’s License applicants have failed to show their certificate of completion of the
responsible beverage service course, resulting in expiration of no Provisional Operator’s
License.
5. There were no Operator’s Licenses to be approved contingent upon completion of the
Responsible Beverage Servers Course.
6. The Special Class “B” Beer License application of AAF-Fox River Ad Club, Matt J.
Bellisle, Person in Charge, 101 West Edison Avenue, Suite 190, December 13, 2012, BE
APPROVED contingent upon approvals from all departments. (5/0)
7. There were no Special Class “B” Beer License applications filed after the Agenda was
published.
8. No Special Event Licenses have been issued since the last meeting.
9. The next Safety and Licensing Committee meeting will be held on January 10, 2013.

SAFETY AND LICENSING COMMITTEE
MINUTES
December 13, 2012
4:30 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Clemons, Mettille, Oswald, Plank and Smith
EXCUSED:
OTHERS
PRESENT: Char Peterson City Clerk
Len Vander Wyst Fire Chief
Pete Helein Police Chief
Mayor Hanna Mayor
Jim Walsh City Attorney
Dave Schowalter Town of Grand Chute Chairman
Chris Croatt Alderperson District #14
Chairperson Plank called the meeting to order at 4:30 P.M.
K. Oswald moved, seconded by M. Smith to approve the Minutes of the November 29, 2012
meeting. (5/0)
APPEARANCE
-NONE-
ACTION ITEMS
g. Special Class “B” Beer License application of AAF-Fox River Ad Club, Matt J. Bellisle,
Person in Charge, 101 West Edison Avenue, Suite 190, December 13, 2012, contingent upon
approvals from all departments.
Motion to approve by J. Clemons, seconded by T. Mettille.
Matt Bellisle, President of the club. He stated this is going to be a fundraiser and social event
for advertising professionals.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
a. Operator’s Licenses.
Lisa M. Bakken 606 Taylor Street, Little Chute
Linda M. Berge 1018 E. Lindbergh Street
Jessie D. Black 533 N. Mary Street
Brittany J. Coleman 2130 W. Russet Court, #7
Erin E. Derus W5422 Krueger Road, Black Creek
Craig A. DeValk 114 Elm Street, Combined Locks
Dennis P. Eslinger 741 Depot Street, #8, Little Chute
Erin L. Fragel 419 Kimberly Avenue, #F, Kimberly

Louise M. Grant 1121 N. Union Street
Katie L. Helbing 85 Valerie Drive
Ruben Hernandez 47 Five Oaks Drive, Menasha
Daniel P. Jahnke 329 E. North Street, Juneau
Nicole M. Jung 1214 ½ N. Superior Street
Manoj Kandel 1013 Lucerne Drive, #3A, Menasha
Kathleen A. McCrary 1618 N. Racine Street
Tammy J. Mehlberg 307 W. Weiland Avenue
Guadalupe Miranda-Hernandez 47 Five Oaks Drive, Menasha
Melissa M. Oakes 933 W. Spring Street
Bishau Sapkota 1005 Lucern Drive, #2D, Menasha
John H. Scheibe 714 W. Frances Street
Anna M. Schlagenhaft 2424 Jonathon Drive
Courtney G. Schroeder 1634 E. Harding Drive, #5
Courtney C. Steile 711 E. Boldt Way, SPC #1393
Joel B. Stensberg 122 Prairie Court
Joanna S. Thompson N448 Maple Ridge Drive
Matthew J. Ukasick 1606 Acorn Court, Menasha
Nichole M. VanHout N210 State Park Road
Cynthia Vargas 2713 N. Locust Street
Aubree L. Wenzel 1920 Anita Court
Tiffany R. Williams 1035 S. Christine Street
Dione M. Wise 1211 E. Jardin Street
b. Operator’s Licenses contingent upon completion of the Responsible Beverage Servers
Course
None.
d. Fire Department request to Purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras.
e. Secondhand Mall/Flea Market License application of James A. Emmers d/b/a Rummage
Bonanza at 2639 South Oneida Street, Suite 3, contingent upon approvals from all
departments.
f. Renewal Secondhand Article Dealer License application of Daniel J. Quella d/b/a Now That
is Cool, 1218 South Madison Street contingent upon approvals from all departments.
Motion to approve J. Clemons, seconded by T. Mettille (items a, d, e and f).
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
c. REFERRED BACK FROM 12/5/12 COUNCIL/CROATT; Police Department request to
approve cancellation of Tactical Response Agreement with the Town of Grand Chute BE
APPROVED. (5/0)
Motion to reaffirm by J. Clemons, seconded by M. Smith.
Alderperson Croatt stated he has been asked many times why he referred this item back. He
stated he believes after a discussion he had with the Mayor that there was still an opportunity
to find a resolution to this. He hoped that leaders from both communities would come
together and have a discussion and try to come sort of resolution. He does not have an

update to any progress. He stated he would like to see this come to a resolution and work
with our neighbors because that is important as we look at other things we are doing in the
Fox Valley.
Chief Helein stated he met with the Mayor today to discuss this topic and continued to talk
about possibilities and outcomes but at the end of the meeting he stands by his original
recommendation and asks for the support of this committee.
Dave Schowalter, Town of Grand Chute Chairman – he stated he speaks on behalf of the
Town of Grand Chute and wants to make it perfectly clear that there is no one in the Town of
Grand Chute that wishes to end the SWAT agreement. He stated there was a meeting held on
November 7 th between the two police chiefs, the Mayor and himself. He stated the parties
left the meeting with the understanding that we do not care who comes out on a SWAT
event. He stated that comes from our Chief and the officers in our police department. He
stated there was a billing discrepancy and the Mayor and he have talked about that and that
can be resolved. He stated we had two SWAT calls prior to this last one and nothing was
ever mentioned to anyone about who was at those calls. He stated it was never an issue. The
issue came up when we had a problem with the billing. He stated, in his opinion, it has
nothing to with philosophical differences; it only has something to do with the billing. The
agreement clearly states who is in charge at a SWAT scene and it is a good agreement. He
stated we could go back to Outagamie County SWAT services at no charge, but we like
Appleton’s team.
Mayor Hanna stated there is a difference of opinion and he has tried to find some common
ground. He stated it is very important the city have a good relationship with the Town of
Grand Chute, they are our neighbors. We share this community with our neighbors. What
they do affects us and what we do affects them. The relationship is what is important to him.
He stated it is up to this committee to do what is best for the City.
Alderperson Oswald asked what the city’s position is on the billing difference?
Mayor Hanna stated under the agreement the first two SWAT call outs are at no charge.
Chief Helein sent a bill for the third SWAT call out which included a line for the Chiefs time
on the call out. He stated that is what Grand Chute questioned. Is Chief Helein part of the
SWAT team? He stated that is what has lead to the discussion on who should be present at a
call out. He stated it is the chief’s choice to go out on these calls. The liability lies under
Grand Chute during SWAT calls. He stated the SWAT team is acting on their behalf when
in Grand Chute. He stated on SWAT call out it is Grand Chutes responsibility for
management of the incident. He stated the perimeter, traffic control and whatever else needs
to be done outside the tactical responds to the SWAT team and none of those agreements
have been broken. He stated Grand Chute does not care if the Chief is there, but they do not
feel they should have to pay for his time. That is what the dispute is all about.
Alderperson Clemons asked if that has been resolved?
Mayor stated no, because it has grown into something bigger.
Alderperson Clemons stated he understands that and it looks like it has been whittled down
to one point which was misunderstanding and Grand Chute is fine with the chief being there
they just do not want to pay for his time. He stated that is a pretty big deal.
Mayor Hanna stated it is $186.00.

Alderperson Clemons stated it is not the dollar amount we are still at a disagreement. We
held this for quite some time as the discussions were being held and our chief was very
reserved and did not say a word until the timing was right and then he made his statement
and we voted on it. Alderperson Clemons asked the Mayor if there was anything that led to
him thinking there was ongoing discussion because the Mayor was given an opportunity to
talk at the meeting and he did not say anything and then Alderperson Croatt is referring it
back after speaking with Mayor. He asked if there is something that the committee was
missing?
Mayor Hanna stated he is interested in the relationship with Grand Chute. Yes there is
ongoing discussion about this. If he had his choice we would not do this but the Chief feels
strongly about this and he needs to support our Police department.
Alderperson Clemons asked Chief Helein for clarification if he were to respond to a SWAT
incident in Grand Chute he is not in charge of that SWAT team.
Chief Helein stated that is correct. He stated he is there to support the SWAT commander.
He stated that issue has not been questioned. He stated he wants to make it clear that his
recommendation is based on a series of conversations that he had with Chief Peterson. The
first time he was made aware of dispute about the command staff and whether the chief and
deputy chief should respond was in May. He stated he can assure based on his assessment
and understanding through all the meetings he does not believe it is a billing issue. He stated
he believes it is a lack of support because Chief Peterson doesn’t believe that the City of
Appleton Chief and Deputy Chief of Police have a role there.
Alderperson Clemons stated this is bigger than $186.00. He stated if there is any uncertainty
in a life and death situation, he believes we should support our chief.
Alderperson Oswald asked Chief Helein if Grand Chute paid the $186.00 any charges of
your time going forward would it still be your recommendation to terminate this agreement.
Chief Helein replied yes.
Alderperson Plank stated she agrees with the Mayor and what has been said up in terms that
at this point and time we differ to the recommendation of our chief serving the City of
Appleton first. This does not mean that it negates other working relationships and
agreements with surrounding municipalities. She stated in the large scope of things it is an
important but small blip on the screen and we need to move forward with the
recommendation brought in front of us.
Alderperson Croatt stated he will support the recommendation of the committee. The intent
of the refer back was not that he didn’t agree with it, it was to allow more time for the
situation to be resolved.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
INFORMATION ITEM
a. Directors Reports
• City Clerk

Clerk Peterson stated the 4,505 voter registration applications have all been entered.
Working on the Election Voting & Registration Statistics Report and sending out letters
to those voters who had errors on their registration forms.
Clerk Peterson stated three candidates have filed nomination papers, Alderperson
Stueck for District #9, Kyle Lobner for District #13 and Alderperson Konetzke for
District #3.
Clerk Peterson stated she is in the progress of introducing herself to the four school
districts that represent the City of Appleton.
Clerk Peterson stated her office is in the process of the annual renewal of the Alarm
Permits and Secondhand Dealers Permits.
• Fire Chief
Chief Vander Wyst gave another overtime update. We had two more injuries reported.
One was work related and one was not. The overtime budget is currently at $320,000.
Chief Vander Wyst stated interviews were held to establish a 2013 eligibility list. Of
the 11 candidates interviewed during the Chief’s panel interview 7 will be going to the
Police and Fire Commission on January 8 th and 10 th for final authorization interviews
on hiring and the rest will be on the eligibility list.
Chief Vander Wyst stated they are on Phase III of the Smoke Detector installation
program. The Fire Department have been in 882 homes and installed 1,320 smoke
detectors.
• Police Chief
Chief Helein stated he continues to work with Outagamie County Sherriff‘s Department
on the joint venture of the Community Resource Unit. The unit teams up our
investigators and officers with 2 deputies to tackle gang and drug issues through
Outagamie County.
b. Information on liquor law violation convictions. There was no information presented.
c. No Operator’s License applicants have failed to show their certificate of completion of the
responsible beverage service course, resulting in expiration of no Provisional Operator’s
License.
d. No Special Event Licenses have been issued since the last meeting.
e. The next Safety and Licensing Committee meeting will be held on January 10, 2013.
ADJOURNMENT:
M. Smith moved, seconded by K. Plank to adjourn the meeting at 4:55 P.M. (5/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 10, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Coenen, Alderperson Jirschele, Alderperson Konetzke,
Alderperson Stueck, Alderperson Wahl
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The Community and Economic Development Committee reports and recommends that:
1. Approval of Business/Industrial Park Land Prices. BE APPROVED (5/0).
2. CDBG Policy Amendment. BE APPROVED (5/0).
3. 2013 CDBG Funding Allocation Recommendations. BE APPROVED (4/1 – Wahl).
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Alderperson Stueck
Chairperson
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the October 22, 2012 meeting of the Community and Economic
Development Committee were approved.

MINUTES
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
December 10, 2012
5:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Coenen, Konetzke, Jirschele, Stueck, and Wahl
EXCUSED:
OTHERS
PRESENT:
Monica Klaeser Deputy Director Community Development
Karen Harkness Director Community Development
Ellen Totzke Deputy City Attorney
Joe Martin Alderperson District #4
Matt Rehbein Economic Development Specialist
Roxy Schmidt Community Development Specialist
Chairperson Stueck called the meeting to order at 5:06 P.M.
MINUTES
K. Konetzke moved seconded by C. Wahl to approve the Minutes of the October 22, 2012
meeting. (5/0)
APPEARANCES
-NONE-
ACTION ITEM
a. Approval of Business/Industrial Park Land Prices.
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by P. Coenen.
Matt Rehbein stated a survey was done of what is available and what has been sold recently.
He stated there has not been a lot of movement on industrial park land in the Fox Cities area.
The recommendation is to keep the prices as is.
Alderperson Konetzke asked why we don’t run a sale?
Matt stated we can try that but there is just not enough interest in purchasing land right now.
A TIF district can make up some of the infrastructure costs. He does not feel running a sale
would make a big difference.
Alderperson Stueck asked for some examples of how TIF district dollars can help the buyer?
Matt stated it can help fund some of the infrastructure costs and offset some of the land costs.

Deputy Director Klaeser stated it depends on the scale of the project. She gave the example
of the Time Warner Cable project we are looking at an offset to the development costs over a
period of time which was financed through developer finance TIF’s so we are paying a
portion of their taxes they are paying every year.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
b. CDBG Policy Amendment.
Roxy Schmidt stated the amendment is to clean up some language clarification when it
comes to subrecipients, removing the 10% cap that was set a few years ago and let the cap be
15% which is the percentage set by HUD and allowing city programs to propose public
services activities prior to the subrecipient application process.
She stated she researched why the 10% cap was imposed and really could not find anything
and feels this is an additional layer that is not needed.
Alderperson Stueck asked if we will need to meet the 15% cap or can we go lower?
Roxy stated it can go up to 15% or it can be lower.
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by P. Coenen.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
c. 2013 CDBG Funding Allocation Recommendations.
Roxy stated she needs to have the $63,000 allocated to the Community partners program so
that she can complete the 2013 Action Plan to HUD by February 15 th . She needs committee’s
direction on how these dollars are to be spent.
Director Harkness stated the amount being allocated is an estimate and reflects an 11.6%
reduction in funding.
Roxy stated since we do not know the amount of funding yet, the information she provided is
a snap shot of how the money was used in the past.
Alderperson Konetzke asked why the Administrative costs are down.
Director Harkness stated in 2012 we budgeted $35,000 for contractual services for the CDBG
program to help oversee the transition from Finance administering the program to
Community Development administering the program.
Deputy Director Klaeser wanted to remind the committee we are still looking at a base level
of the award to be $10,000.
Motion to award $30,000 to Public Service and $33,000 to the non-homeless, special needs
housing and if there are any funding shortfalls that it be taken out of the $33,000 by K.
Konetzke, seconded by C. Wahl.
Alderperson Jirschele asked what the non-homeless housing represents?
Director Harkness asked for names of possible public service recipients be read into the
record.

Alderperson Jirschele read from the Consolidated Plan Executive summary that it consists of
housing for elderly, frail elderly, severely mentally ill, physically disabled, developmentally
disabled, and alcohol and other drug addictive persons. He asked which groups would fall
into these categories?
Roxy stated Rebuilding Together, Habitat for Humanity, Valley Packaging.
Roxy stated those groups would consist of FISC, Leaven, Harbor House, Emergency Shelter,
Fox Valley Literacy Program and Boys and Girls Club.
Alderperson Stueck stated he is concerned we may be limiting the non-profits that will apply
for funding by allocating these funds this way.
Roxy stated she feels the organizations know that money is available and will still apply.
Alderperson Stueck asked if we have to keep to these recommendations? Can the amounts be
changed?
Roxy stated the only time we would have to amend is if we switched 15% of the award to a
different category.
Vote on Motion. (4/1-Wahl)
INFORMATION ITEM
-NONE-
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn by K. Konetzke, seconded by C. Wahl. Meeting was adjourned at 5:34PM.
(2/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 12, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Croatt, Alderperson Oswald, Alderperson Smith,
Alderperson Spears, Alderperson Wahl
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The Parks & Recreation Committee reports and recommends that:
1. The City’s Pool Rental, Reservation and General Use Policy BE APPROVED (4/0 – Smith
absent from room).
2. The Request from the YMCA to use Erb Pool for Swim Meets in 2013 BE APPROVED
(4/1 Wahl). Attachment A
3. A 2013-2014 reciprocity agreement with the City of Menasha BE APPROVED (5/0).
4. The request on behalf of the Ralph Kennedy Memorial to install flag poles in Veterans Park
and the island in the College/Memorial intersection BE APPROVED (5/0).
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Alderperson Chris Croatt
Chairperson
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the November 28, 2012 meeting of the Parks & Recreation Committee
were approved (5/0).
2. Update from Appleton Ice, Inc. on the Appleton Family Ice Center.
3. Reid Golf Course Stormwater Project Update.
4. Director’s Report.
5. The sidewalk installation at Vosters Park as part of the 2013 concrete paving program BE
HELD until the 1-9-13 Meeting (5/0).

MINUTES
PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
December 12, 2012
6:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Croatt, Oswald, Smith, Spears, and Wahl
EXCUSED: -NONE-
OTHERS
PRESENT:
Dean Gazza Director, Parks, Recreation & Facilities Management
Stacey Doucette Attorney, City of Appleton
Joe Martin Alderperson, District #4
Laird Strand 4715 N Brookshire Dr., Appleton
Scott Horman N3259 Feather Ridge Dr., Appleton
Jean Marie Hinds 4819 N Apple Rd., Appleton
Pam Holdorf 3931 E. Ashbury Dr., Appleton
Millaine Thiel 236 River Dr., Appleton
Sabrina Wolter W4579 Edward St., Appleton
Lexi Kersten 2509 E Gatewood Dr., Appleton
Kyle Lobner 3920 E Ashbury Dr., Appleton
Greg Dannecker Alderperson District #6
Jim Clemons Alderperson District #13
John Funk Fox Valley Lutheran High School
Brandon Flenz Fox Valley Lutheran High School
Bill Lecker Superintendent of Parks & Recreation
Chairperson Croatt called the meeting to order at 6:01 P.M.
MINUTES:
M. Smith moved, seconded by C. Spears to approve the minutes of the November 28, 2012
meeting. (5/0)
APPEARANCES
-NONE-
INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Update from Appleton Ice, Inc. on the Appleton Family Ice Center
Scott Horman, Board President of Appleton Ice, Inc. stated that Appleton Ice, Inc. was
formed in 1996 to oversee the construction of the Appleton Family Ice Center. He stated its
mission is to provide an environment that is safe, clean and friendly for ice sports. There are
many user groups-Hockey Association and the Figure Skating Club, Appleton Boys and
Girls Hockey, Lawrence University Hockey Team, Ice Dogs, Ice Cats and Fox Cities Star

Girls Hockey. He stated 54% of the revenue comes from these user groups. The other 46%
comes from sponsorships, programming and concessions. He stated the board is currently
trying to stabilize the rates and hopes to lower the rates in the future. In 2011 they put new
lighting fixtures in the locker rooms and rink and this year they replaced the compressor
system. Horman stated future projects are a locker room expansion, fitness center, second
sheet of ice, sponsorship campaign, and hosting a summer event.
Alderperson Smith asked if the locker room expansion and fitness center is only for
Lawrence?
Horman stated the locker room would be for Lawrence, and the fitness center would be
available to all users.
Alderperson Spears asked if they base their fees on how many sponsorship they have? Is it a
set standard from year to year?
Horman responded by saying we ask the user groups in May to provide to them a schedule of
what their year is going to look like from October to March. We then prepare a schedule for
the ice by July 1 st . He stated the rates are set before July 1 st based on the revenue that they
know they will collect in rent from the users groups.
Alderperson Oswald asked if they are afraid of losing Lawrence’s money if they were to
build their own facility?
Horman stated no, the loss of that revenue would be made up for right away with other user
groups who would rent the ice.
ACTION ITEMS:
d. Approve sidewalk installation at Vosters Park as part of the 2013 concrete paving program as
shown in the attached drawing (Attachments D1 & D2).
Director Gazza stated he went back and reviewed the original plan from 2006 and what the
plan was for the sidewalks in the park. He stated the new plan he is presenting tonight
reflects what the council approved in 2010 for the master plan of the park.
Director Gazza stated this is a rural park setting and we want to create a rural fit for it. He
stated this is a passive park and the curved sidewalks add to that rural feeling and is the trend
in today’s park designs. He stated in the master plan there was a proposed playground and
pavilion. The use of this park is for picnic areas and open green space.
Alderperson Clemons agrees with Director Gazza that this is a passive park. It was built with
the intention there would be no organized sports but a place to come and throw a ball around.
He stated this item was held at Municipal Services Committee so that they could get input
from this Committee if sidewalks are supported.
Tom Werth, 4836 N. Sourapple Dr. stated the neighborhood is split 50/50 on the sidewalks.
He asked where is the sidewalk on Ashbury Dr going to be? He stated if the sidewalks go
back any further than 9’ from the curb, there will be an impact on the trees.
Director Gazza stated by looking at the plan, they will be installed 21.5’ from the road to the
back of the sidewalk. He stated he knows the intent is not to take down any trees.
Jean Marie Hinds, 4819 N. Apple Rd. stated she does not see the necessity of the sidewalks.
She stated that people use the open space and not the area where the woods are. She stated

there is a sidewalk across the street that people can use to get around the park. She is
concerned with the cost of the project, the cost of maintaining the sidewalk and the trees and
is not in favor of a pavilion.
Pam Holdorf, 3931 E. Ashbury Dr. supports the sidewalks, but does not want to see any trees
lost. She stated there are residents that come from French Road to get to the open space of
the park and sidewalks would help them do that.
Director Gazza stated that is why he is recommending sidewalks on Applecart Dr. People
need a way to get from the woods to the open space.
Bill Lecker stated when the master plan was put together there was a lot of discussion of
maintaining as much of the wooded are as possible. When we looked at the sidewalk policy
which stated sidewalks had to go around the park, we looked at how we could do this and yet
maintain the wooded area and provide connectivity from the neighborhood to the park. He
stated the boardwalks were the idea that was introduced in the adopted master plan.
Kyle Lobner, 3920 E. Ashbury Dr. stated the neighbors just found out about this item on
Monday and this is something that is going to impact a lot of properties so he feels there
needs to be more conversation.
Director Gazza stated the plan he is proposing maximizes the space by putting in the curved
sidewalk.
Alderperson Clemons stated the design allows for flexibility. He stated a pavilion is a long
way off and we can work around the tree issue. He believes sidewalks will enhance the use
of the park.
Tom Werth stated since the boardwalks were to serve as connectivity to the open space he
suggests leaving out the sidewalks on the Applecart Drive side of the park.
Pam Holdorf asked who will pay for the sidewalks?
Director Gazza stated the neighbors would not pay for the sidewalks. It will be budgeted in
the General Fund.
Jean Marie Hinds stated there is not a lot of room on Ashbury Drive by the woods for the
sidewalks. She stated there is probably only 15’ between the road and the trees.
Director Gazza stated there is a need for sidewalks in this park. He stated there are future
programming plans at this park. He stated the issue here is the safety of the children and
parents getting to the park. He is sensitive to the trees, but safety comes first.
Motion to approve by C. Spears, seconded by C. Croatt.
Alderperson Spears stated she supports sidewalks because there needs to be accessibility to
the park and the kids need to be safe getting there.
Alderperson Oswald stated he represents an area of Appleton that is patch worked with
sidewalks and is in favor of putting sidewalks in where they belong. He asked if the only
reason the sidewalks are being setback so far is aesthetic reasons? Could they be moved
closer to the street?
Director Gazza stated that is something he would have to ask Director Vandehey.
Alderperson Oswald stated this is an urban setting and he does not understand the need for
curved sidewalks. He stated he feels they should be straight.

Alderperson Wahl stated he does not agree that this park is in a rural setting. He stated
curved sidewalks are a silly idea. He does appreciate the changes that were brought back to
this committee tonight based on our discussion at the last meeting.
Director Gazza stated he talked with design experts and this is the trend today. He stated he
has to trust those experts. The tree placement was based off the sidewalk placement.
Motion to amend by C. Wahl that the Parks & Recreation Committee, approve in concept,
the paving of this park as an alternative plan to the Municipal Services Committee which
involves straight paving in parallel to the city streets, that is at least 13.5’ from edge of curb
to inside edge of sidewalk and no more than 21.5’ for the outer edge of the sidewalk,
seconded by M. Smith.
Alderperson Clemons responded that the rural nature that is being discussed is the rural
nature of the park and not the development. He stated a better word may be passive. He
does not think the design of the sidewalks should be done on the fly. This committee needs
to send a good message to the Municipal Services Committee that says this is what the design
impact will be on the park.
Alderperson Wahl stated he is not making design changes on the fly. He stated he is asking
staff for options because having options is a good thing. He agrees that sidewalks are a good
thing in this situation but is looking for more options.
Alderperson Croatt suggested that this item be held.
Director Gazza stated he cautions the committee because this design is what was approved as
the master plan in 2010 by Council and any changes will be going against what the
neighbor’s provided as feedback.
Alderperson Smith stated he too feels this should be held to get more neighborhood
feedback. He stated these decisions need to be made at this Committee. This is the
committee of jurisdiction to have these discussions before it moves onto the Municipal
Services Committee. He said as the social media gets out we may have more feedback as to
what the neighborhood wants.
Tom Werth stated he just does not want to lose the trees.
Alderperson Croatt stated we need to get answers to the questions and we need to give
Director Gazza a clear direction of what this Committee is looking for.
Motion to hold until the January 9, 2013 meeting by C. Croatt, seconded by M. Smith.
Director Gazza stated he is not sure what new information he will gather in one month. He
stated he does not object to straight sidewalks but he does not want any decisions made
without the input from the neighborhood.
Alderperson Croatt agrees and those discussions should be held at this Committee.
Alderperson Clemons stated he urges this Committee to pass this through and have the
Municipal Services Committee hold a design hearing to avoid duplication. He stated this
way we can get feedback from the neighbors and we can talk to the City Forester.
Alderperson Wahl feels the design needs to be hammered out at this Committee.
Alderperson Spears stated she is fine with moving this on tonight but with clear
recommendations regarding the trees, terrace and green space.

Alderperson Smith stated this needs to be held here. The master plan for Parks and
Recreation is our area. Any tweaks that are done need to be done here. We can talk with the
City Forester and hold a design hearing.
Alderperson Croatt concurs with Alderperson Smith.
Vote on Motion to Hold. (4/1-Oswald)
a. Approval of Pool Rental, Reservation and General Use Policy (Attachments A1 & A2).
Motion to approve by K. Oswald, seconded by C. Spears.
Alderperson Oswald asked Director Gazza to provide by email before the council meeting a
strike out version of the policy.
Vote on Motion. (4/0 – Smith absent from room for vote)
b. Request from YMCA to use Erb Pool from Swim Meets in 2013 (Attachment B).
Motion to approve by C. Spears, seconded by C. Croatt.
Director Gazza stated there are no changes.
Alderperson Oswald asked Director Gazza to provide the number of our users that use the
YMCA.
Vote on Motion. (4/1-Wahl)
c. Approval of a 2013-2014 reciprocity agreement with the City of Menasha (Attachment C).
Motion to approve by M. Smith, seconded by C. Spears.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
e. Request on behalf of the Ralph Kennedy Memorial to install flag poles in Veterans Park and
the island in the College/Memorial intersection (Attachments E1 & E2).
Motion to approve by C. Wahl, seconded by C. Spears.
Vote on Motion. (5/0)
INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Reid Golf Course stormwater project update.
Ryan Construction continues to excavate for the south pond. It is progressing well but will
be shutting down for the winter in the next couple of weeks.
Alderperson Oswald stated he is the Alderperson of the neighborhood and he shared there
has been very little noise and debris.
b. Director’s Report.
• Name change for the Trail Advisory Committee is being discussed.
• Request from AASD regarding obtaining ownership of the Prospect Avenue building.
ADJOURNMENT:

M. Smith moved, seconded by K. Oswald to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 P.M. (5/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 10, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Croatt, Alderperson Hill, Alderperson Konetzke,
Alderperson Mettille, Alderperson Oswald
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The Human Resources Committee reports and recommends that:
None
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
____________________________________
Curt Konetzke
Alderperson
INFORMATIONAL
1. The minutes from the November 12, 2012 meeting of the Human Resources Committee
were approved.
2. Recruitment status report
3. Changes to the Military Leave Policy
4. Changes to the Evacuation Procedures Policy
5. Request to approve the non union Compensation and Classification plan as presented by
Carlson Consulting. Item held until the January 7, 2013 committee meeting.
6. Request to implement the Compensation and Classification plan effective January 1, 2013
as recommended by Carlson Consulting. Item held until the January 7, 2013 committee
meeting.
7. 2014 aldermanic salary rates with a 0% increase item held from meeting of November 12,
2012. Item held until the January 7, 2013 committee meeting.

MINUTES
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
December 10, 2012
6:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Alderpersons Croatt, Hill, Konetzke, Oswald
EXCUSED: Alderperson Mettille
OTHERS
PRESENT:
Sandy Behnke Director, Human Resources
Debby VandenBogart Deputy Director, Human Resources
Ellen Totzke Deputy City Attorney
Jeff Jirschele Alderperson District #15
Christoph Wahl Alderperson District #1
Mayor Hanna Mayor
Pete Helein Police Chief
Len Vander Wyst Fire Chief
Ethan Kroll Battalion Chief, Fire
Chris Shaw Utilities Director
Paula Vandehey Public Works Director
Joe Marx Meter Operations Technician, DPW
Lisa Remiker Finance Director
Dean Gazza Dir Parks Rec Facilities & Grn
Tony Saucerman Deputy Director Finance
Karen Harkness Director Community and Economic Development
Joe Martin Alderperson District #4
Colleen Rortvedt Library Director
Charles Carlson Carlson Dettmann Consulting
Chairperson Konetzke called the meeting to order at 6:03 P.M.
MINUTES:
C. Croatt moved, seconded by R. Hill to approve the Minutes from the November 12, 2012
meeting. (3/0/1-Oswald)
ACTION ITEMS:

a. Request to approve the non union Compensation and Classification plan as presented by
Carlson Consulting.
b. Request to implement the Compensation and Classification plan effective January 1, 2013 as
recommended by Carlson Consulting.
The Mayor started by saying he is here to answer any questions. He stated a good team was
put together and has worked very hard for the last year to get where we are today.
Mr. Carlson stated he was going to go through the Executive Summary and talk about the
highlights.
1. 400 employees were part of the compensation study process.
2. ½ of those 400 employees were previously represented by collective bargaining.
3. The City had 67 pay ranges prior to the study and the recommendation now lists
19 pay ranges.
4. The pay for performance process that is currently in place could be improved for
managers and supervisors.
5. The redefining of the evaluation system needs to happen to work with the pay for
performance model.
6. New software for the pay for performance evaluation called Neogov.
7. Focus groups identified 5 core competencies for evaluation process.
8. Recommending in 2013 that the pay for performance not be implemented but be a
learning year and then implement in 2014.
9. Have a review process in the fall of each year to set the funding amount of the
merit increases that were awarded through the pay for performance evaluation
process.
10. Appeal process done after adoption.
Mr. Carlson stated everything hinges on the performance management plan. This model
must be in place in order for the compensation study to work. Mr. Carlson identified four
primary challenges for the city when it comes to implementing the pay for performance
model.
1. Accurately measuring performance.
2. Managers trained appropriately to measure the performance.
3. Council funding the program.
4. Consistency whether it be political or at department head level.
Mr. Carlson stated that Neogov will help address some of these issues along with the core
competencies that were established. The consistency and funding will be up to the Mayor
and council.
Mr. Carlson shared the city is at a 104% average of the market place. He stated 2/3 of the
employees fall into the midpoint to maximum category when it comes to their current pay.
With the study, fourteen employees are proposed to be red circled. He stated the employees
that are below the minimum mark he is recommending to bring them up to the minimum by
giving them 5%/year until it is reached. He stated the total to implement this compensation
study is $105,000.
Alderperson Konetzke asked how will the appeal process be done?

Mr. Carlson stated the employee will fill out a form which will need the approval of the
department head.
Alderperson Konetzke asked if the process compares the job back to jobs in the same
category?
Mr. Carlson stated we look at the job and occasionally we will look at other classifications
which could result in those jobs be moved as well as the job that is being evaluated.
Mr. Carlson stated policy decision on the market placement and policy of the pay structure is
not appealable. He stated the vast majority has been positive over the results of the
compensation study. He stated it has allowed 280 employees to be eligible for pay for
performance increases to reach the maximum pay rate.
Mr. Carlson stated he recommends this be held until the next meeting so there is time to
review and then come back and make a good informed decision.
Alderperson Oswald stated he has questions about the logistics of the appeal process. He
stated if the department head has to sign the appeal form and they don’t agree what happens?
Does the position then not go through to the appeal process?
Mr. Carlson stated he would like all them to come through. He stated the department head
can make their comments and sign the form but he believes all the appeals should come
through for review.
Alderperson Oswald asked if there has ever been a case where a department head has made
an appeal for a position where they thought it was rated too high?
Mr. Carlson stated he has never seen that happen. He stated if a position were reviewed and
were classified lower, his recommendation would be not lower that job to the lower level but
leave where it currently is and hire new at the lower job classification. He stated people
make mistakes and we need to live with them and honor the pay rate. He stated this study is
not to harm people in the public sector.
Alderperson Oswald asked why there are different medians listed for certain positions. Are
these different medians for those specific positions?
Mr. Carlson stated that difference has to do with the regression of the pay scale.
Alderperson Oswald stated he does see how the rates were derived from for the mix market
analysis. He asked why the mixes do not come between the private and public numbers
minimum and maximum rate?
Mr. Carlson stated he will have look into that and will bring an answer back to this
committee.
Alderperson Konetzke asked why he is recommending current employees with pay rates
between the new range minimum and the control point be moved to the step of the new plan
that provides an increase January 1?
Mr. Carlson stated to get them on a step. He stated this is the least expensive way to do that.
Alderperson Konetzke stated this committee can go with the recommendation of this
executive summary or it can make other recommendations. He wanted to make that sure the
committee knew that. He asked if the $105,000 includes all the roll up costs?

Director Behnke stated yes.
Alderperson Konetzke asked where the funding will come for the $105,000 in 2013 and then
how the pay for performance will be funded in the future?
Mayor Hanna stated the General Fund will need to fund $68,000. He stated he is sure we can
find the funding source or it can come from budget surplus or wage reserves. He stated he
has talked with Director Remiker and has looked at the numbers and he is confident this can
be implemented in 2013.
Alderperson Oswald would like to see where all the positions are currently and where they
are in the new plan. He would like to know who is moving where?
Mayor Hanna stated there is more curiosity out there than there is negative right now.
Alderperson Oswald stated he would like to know what the difference is changing from the
old policy to the new policy. Director Behnke will prepare a spreadsheet to show the
difference between the old minimum/new minimum and old maximum/new maximum.
Director Behnke stated one of the changes is the cost of living adjustment that everyone
received automatically before will now be based on meeting your job expectation. She stated
another change is that former represented employees had step increases to earn higher rate,
but once they reached the highest step they only got the cost of living adjustment raise. She
stated with this plan they will move to the next step if they are meeting expectation and once
they are at the control point they are eligible for the pay for performance program. She stated
this plan allows for more flexibility in the percentage of increase a department head can
suggest.
Director Behnke also stated there is another action item that will come forward and that is the
Salary Administration Policy which will define how we administer the plan. The policy will
address how raises are earned, higher rates, red circling and where HR can hire at. She stated
she is not ready to bring that policy forward yet until we know the outcome of this study first.
Alderperson Oswald stated if the Salary Administration Policy is not in place and this study
hinges on the pay for performance being successful then should we not get that in place and
not implement until 2014 or 2015? He stated he is not ready to support when we are not
done creating the pay for performance model.
Director Behnke stated we have always had a merit based program for non-represented
employees to receive raises. The January 1 implementation date is just people on the plan. It
has nothing to do with the pay for performance plan that would not happen until 2014.
Mr. Carlson stated employees have seen the paperwork. He stated 70 % of the workforce
now has the opportunity to earn more money. He said if you push this off a year there will
be a big morale problem.
Mayor Hanna stated we have a performance management system now and if we tank this
whole plan we are still going to move our system forward with the Neogov. He stated that
was the plan all along.
Alderperson Oswald asked why the Mayor is not listed?

Mr. Carlson stated he will bring that to this committee at a later time after discussion has
been held on this. He did not want the discussion to revolve around that and typically the
focus would move to that and not the pay plan.
Alderperson Oswald asked if there is documentation for what kind of decisions will have to
be made by future councils as to funding this program? Will retirees help fund this program?
Mr. Carlson stated we could estimate and it is possible that retiring employees will offset the
amount that will have to be budgeted to fund the pay for performance plan. He suggests that
in the fall of each year that a recommendation is done for the merit allocation pool.
Mayor Hanna stated he sees the biggest funding challenge is the general lift to the plan. He
feels confident that we can come up with a policy tied to a funding source to fund the pay for
performance plan. He stated this sends the best message to employees that we are serious
about this program. He indicated that a possible funding mechanism might be the carry-over
policy that is already in place-perhaps that could be modified to allocate funds to the pay for
performance system.
Director Behnke stated she too is concerned about the structural lift. She stated it is easy at
budget time for council to say we can’t afford to give raises. She stated we can afford it, we
are just choosing to spend the money on other things. She stated she will be asking for help
from this committee to be advocates in the future because we can’t afford to continue not to
give raises. She stated we will start to see turnover, especially with the benefit changes we
made if we continue to freeze pay.
Joe Marx, City of Appleton employee stated he is ready for the limbo to be over. He is much
more comfortable today than he was 6 months when this whole thing started. He stated he
wishes his 28 years of service would have been under this plan.
The directors all spoke and support the recommendations. The Chiefs identified some
concerns that they are working through with compression but support the overall plan.
Motion to hold items a and b until the January 7, 2013 meeting by K. Oswald, seconded by
C. Croatt
Vote on motion (3/1-Hill)
c. 2014 aldermanic salary rates with a 0% increase item held from meeting of November 12,
2012.
Motion to approve by C. Croatt, seconded by R. Hill.
Alderperson Croatt stated he said there is a good agreement for both an increase and decrease
but feels a 0% increase is the best option right now.
Alderperson Wahl stated we need to take in consideration the health of the council and
money does matter when it comes to the ability to pay for a sitter, pay for parking or pay for
parking ticket you get while attending meetings. He stated there is a danger here in our
desire to be responsible of our taxpayer’s dollars we are diminishing the population of
potential candidates for this office and diluting the available skills that we can call on to
conduct city business.
Alderperson Croatt stated he understands and was prepared to make an amendment for an
increase based on his personal analysis tonight. He stated instead of increasing the salary by a

percentage is there something we can do to provide as part of the compensation package to
give alderperson more tools to work with? He stated he is looking at this now and will be
looking at presenting something next year.
Alderperson Wahl stated he suggest a symbolic raise. He stated in the upcoming term
council will be going from 16 alderpersons to 15 alderpersons. He would ask there be a 15
way split of that salary.
Alderperson Jirschele stated the cost of parking has doubled. Costs have gone up. We need
to ask if the salary is supposed to serve as an attraction or compensation.
Alderperson Hill stated in these bad economic times he does not know how we could
consciously raise our salary. He stated however when the economy improves he will support
an increase of 10% to the alderpersons salary.
Alderperson Oswald stated in the future he would like to see this item placed on the agenda
with no percentage recommendation.
Alderperson Croatt agreed.
Motion to hold until the January 7, 2013 meeting by C. Konetzke, seconded by C. Croatt.
Vote on Motion. (3/1-Hill)
INFORMATION ITEMS:
a. Recruitment status report
Alderperson Oswald asked for an update on the TS Director position.
Director Behnke stated she has nothing new to report. She stated it is in the Mayor’s hand
and he will have to provide the update at a future meeting.
b. Changes to the Military Leave Policy
c. Changes to the Evacuation Procedures Policy
ADJOURNMENT:
R. Hill moved, seconded by C. Croatt to adjourn the meeting at 9:00P.M. (4/0)

“…meeting community needs…enhancing quality of life.”
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 12, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Baranowski, Alderperson Dannecker, Alderperson
Martin, Alderperson Stueck
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Alderperson Plank
The Finance Committee reports and recommends that:
1. Request to write off $15,211.83 of accounts receivable invoices and $18,728.45 of personal
property taxes (outstanding over one year). BE APPROVED (4/0)
2. The following 2012 Budget Adjustment be approved:
General Fund – Police
Donations +$18,500
Purchase/Train new K9 +$18,500
to record donation received for the purchase and training of new K9 unit. (2/3 vote
required) BE APPROVED (4/0)
3. Approve contract amendment to Granicus, Inc for $2,110 for the use of the Time Warner
Cable settlement funds (from underpayment of franchise fees) to purchase an additional
vote-cast touch unit for minute taking, electronic access and video streaming package for
Council and committee meetings. and approval of the following 2012 Budget Adjustment:
General Fund – Technology Services
Capital Equipment +$2,110
Fund Balance – Time Warner Cable Settlement - $2,110
to record purchase of additional vote-cast unit. (2/3 vote required) (ATTACHMENT) BE
APPROVED AS AMENDED (4/0)
December 19, 2012 Council Meeting
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Alderperson Baranowski
Chairperson
INFORMATIONAL

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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Meeting of December 12, 2012
1. The minutes from the November 28, 2012 and December 5, 2012 meetings of the Finance
Committee were approved.
2. Schedule for December 26, 2012 meeting.
3. Grants Administration Policy Update in relation to Alderperson Clemons Resolution 12-R-
12 – Policy revisions by staff. Report back in first quarter 2013.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES
December 12, 2012
5:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Alderperson Baranowski, Alderperson Dannecker, Alderperson
Martin, Alderperson Stueck
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Alderperson Plank
OTHERS PRESENT: Alderperson Clemons, Finance Director Lisa Remiker, City
Attorney Jim Walsh
Chair Baranowski called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
Motion to approve the Minutes of November 28, 2012 and December 5, 2012 by Martin, second
by Dannecker. (4/0)
ACTION
a. Request to write off $15,211.83 of accounts receivable invoices and $18,728.45 of
personal property taxes (outstanding over one year).
Motion to approve by Dannecker, second by Martin. (4/0)
Alderperson Martin asked if we received funds in 2013 where they go.
Director Remiker responded they are revenue at that point.
Martin asked if we have received money in the past.
Remiker answered yes, but from an audit standpoint the City has to either set up an allowance for
anything over a year old or, the cleaner option is to write it off. This is still on our ‘internal
books’ but from a release of the financial statements they are considered written off.
Voice vote. (4/0) Motion carried.
b. The following 2012 Budget Adjustment be approved:
General Fund – Police
Donations +$18,500
Purchase/Train new K9 +$18,500
to record donation received for the purchase and training of new K9 unit. (2/3 vote
required)
Motion to approve by Dannecker, second by Stueck. (4/0)
No discussion.

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Voice vote. (4/0) Motion carried.
c. Approve contract amendment to Granicus, Inc. for $2,110 for the use of the Time Warner
Cable settlement funds (from underpayment of franchise fees) to purchase an additional
vote-cast touch unit for minute taking, electronic access and video streaming package for
Council and committee meetings, and approval of the following 2012 Budget
Adjustment:
General Fund – Technology Services
Capital Equipment +$2,110
Fund Balance – Time Warner Cable Settlement - $2,110
to record purchase of additional vote-cast unit. (2/3 vote required)
Motion to approve by Stueck, second by Dannecker.
City Attorney Walsh explained that this item is an added voting device. When we put the
documents together the numbers were figured on 15 alderpersons, however, one is needed for the
Mayor (in case of a tie). The City did receive the $2,500 credit (as referenced on the handout)
and even with the added voting piece, we are still under the $59,000+ Council approved.
Baranowski asked if we needed the budget adjustment.
Remiker stated we don’t need the budget adjustment, but she feels Committee still needs to
approve the contract amendment so that it agrees with the dollar amount.
Martin put forth a motion to strike the budget adjustment language, second by Dannecker.
Voice vote. (4/0) Motion carried.
Dannecker asked for clarification if this was for one more unit for note taking.
Walsh responded it was for voting (vote tie breaking).
As amended, voice vote. (4/0) Motion carried.
INFORMATION
a. Schedule for December 26, 2012 meeting
Since there are no agenda items, there will be no meeting on December 26.
b. Grants Administration Policy Update in relation to Alderperson Clemons Resolution 12-
R-12 – Policy revisions by staff. Report back in first quarter 2013.
Baranowski stated this item will be brought back in quarter one of 2013.

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With no further business, Stueck moved, seconded by Dannecker that the meeting adjourn.
Voice vote. (4/0) Motion carried.
Adjourned at 5:08 p.m.
Alderperson Ed Baranowski
Chair

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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY
OF APPLETON AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP WHICH IS A PART THEREOF, BY
MAKING THE FOLLOWING CHANGES IN THE DISTRICT AS NOW PROVIDED.
(City Plan Commission 12-5-12)
The Common Council of the City of Appleton does ordain as follows:
Section 1: That Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 23 of the Municipal Code of the City of
Appleton and the Official Zoning Map, which is a part thereof, is amended by making the following
changes:
To rezone lands located at 1117 West Washington Street from PD/M-2 Planned
Development General Industrial District to C-2 General Commercial District,
including to the centerline of adjacent street right-of-way. (Rezoning #7-12 –
Wausau Paper Mills)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 757, including to the centerline of the adjacent
right-of-way (Tax Id. 31-5-1728-00)
COMMON DESCRIPTION:
1117 West Washington Street
Section 2: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and
publication, and upon its passage and publication the Director of Community and Economic
Development is authorized and directed to make the necessary changes to the Official Zoning Map
in accordance with this Ordinance.