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| | | | Meeting convened at 9:26 a.m. | | | |
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| | | | Also present:
Minutes note: William Christianson, City Comptroller
Nik Kovac, Budget Director
Chris Hilliard, LRB | | | |
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250274
| 1 | 1. | Resolution | Substitute resolution amending Common Council File Number 241394 relative to gap financing for housing projects.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Ald. Russell Stamper, II, 15th Ald. Dist.
This resolution adds new construction and housing rehabilitation projects within the resources reserved in the Council-Led Transfer Fund. Specifically, these activities are authorized under the $300,000 line item for the organizations Rooted & Rising, VIA Community Development Corp, and Metcalfe Park Community Bridges. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250338
| 0 | 2. | Communication | Communication from the Zilber Foundation providing a status update on the City of Milwaukee's investment in the Bridge project.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Lianna Bishop, Zilber Foundation
Steph Silkowski, The Bridget Project
A presentation was given on the City's investment in the Bridge Project and early findings for the first project year. The presentation is contained in the file.
There was discussion on health implications for moms, possible additional investment, housing data on the participants, tracking of funds spent by participants, local partnerships supporting the project, future plans beyond the current project term, challenges encountered, Milwaukee metrics, research efforts,
Ms. Silkowski said she will follow-up to provide housing data on the participants and futher breakdown of metrics. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250198
| 0 | 3. | Communication | Communication from the Office of the Mayor and the Department of Public Works relating to the creation of a long-term, sustainable financing strategy for City infrastructure to reduce the growing backlog of poor-condition local roads as called for in Amendment 40B to the 2025 City Budget.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Kevin Muhs, DPW City Engineer
City Engineer Muhs provided a summary of the DPW report, as contained in the file, respective to existing pavement quality, street capital investment levels, federal and state grants dedicated to arterial rodas, amount to eliminate backlog at $821 million with $752 million estimated for local and collector streets ineligible for federal grant funding, high impact paving, and potential revenue sources (enhance State Local Road Improvement Program, additional levy-backed borrowing, increase vehicle registration fee, implement a transportation utility, other options), and non-fiscal limitations (staff capacity, impact on public/private utilities, contractor capacity), and next steps.
There was discussion on vehicle registration fee (compared to other cities, fee increase, value and weight fee structure), pavement impact (heavier vehicles, weather), parking impact on road use, and short and long term plans. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250291
| 1 | 4. | Ordinance | A substitute ordinance relating to the clawback of city pay during military training for city employees.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Ald. Laressa Taylor, 9th Ald. Dist.
City Comptroller Christianson gave an overview.
This ordinance clarifies the circumstances under which full-time employees may receive full pay during military leaves of absence and eliminate the clawback of City pay during military training.
Ald. Taylor was in support.
All committee members added as cosponsors.
| RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250211
| 0 | 5. | Ordinance | An ordinance amending four air space leases with the Wisconsin Center District in North Vel R. Phillips Avenue, West Wells Street and West Kilbourn Avenue.
Minutes note: Items 5 and 6 were taken together.
Appearing:
Preston Cole, DOA Director
James Bohl, DOA Innovation Director
Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Ald. Dist.
Director Cole and Bohl gave an overview and context on the files.
In accordance with state law, this ordinance amends four existing air space leases with the Wisconsin Center District in the 4th Aldermanic District.
There was discussion on agreements of other cities, agreement terms, district commitments, municipal services fee for parking spots, State taxes on debt service, district projected tax revenues, interest on making negotiations, and default provisions.
The files were held to be reheard at a later point in the meeting due to legal questions. | | | |
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250211
| 0 | | Ordinance | An ordinance amending four air space leases with the Wisconsin Center District in North Vel R. Phillips Avenue, West Wells Street and West Kilbourn Avenue.
Minutes note: This file was reconsidered after item 14, CCFN 250252.
Appearing:
Mary Schanning, Deputy City Attorney
Deputy Schanning addressed legal questions regarding default provisions. | RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250212
| 0 | 6. | Resolution | Substitute resolution amending and restating a service and benefits agreement between the City of Milwaukee and Wisconsin Center District.
Minutes note: Items 5 and 6 were taken together.
Appearing:
Preston Cole, DOA Director
James Bohl, DOA Innovation Director
Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Ald. Dist.
Mr. Cole and Mr. Bohl gave an overview of the files.
This resolution amends and restates the PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES AGREEMENT found in Common Council file 191960 between the City of Milwaukee and the Wisconsin Center District and outlines the terms and conditions of the restated agreement attached to this resolution. | | | |
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250212
| 0 | | Resolution | Substitute resolution amending and restating a service and benefits agreement between the City of Milwaukee and Wisconsin Center District.
Minutes note: This file was reconsidered after item 14, CCFN 250252.
Appearing:
Mary Schanning, Deputy City Attorney
Deputy Schanning addressed legal questions regarding default provisions. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 4:1 |
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250286
| 0 | 7. | Resolution | Resolution authorizing the Department of Administration to enter into a cooperative intergovernmental licensing agreement with the City of Wauwatosa for use of the City of Milwaukee’s Labor Compliance Reporting software.
Minutes note: Appearing:
James Bohl, DOA Innovation Director
This resolution authorizes the Department of Administration to enter into a 6-year, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable licensing agreement for the City of Wauwatosa to use the City of Milwaukee’s Labor Compliance Reporting software, pursuant to s. 66.0301, Wis. Stats. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250227
| 0 | 8. | Communication | Communication from the Office of the Comptroller relating to the Report of Milwaukee Water Works On-site Safety and Health Assessments.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Adriana Molina, Comptroller Audit Division Manager
Bashkim Baca, Comptroller Audit Division
Ken Alderden, Hausman Group
Patrick Pauly, Water Works Superintendent
A presentation was made on the audit report, findings, recommendations, and response. The report is contained in the file.
There was discussion on deficiencies and Water Works response plans, particularly regarding confined space and tethering of workers. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250315
| 0 | 9. | Communication to Finance | Communication from the Department of Administration - Budget and Management Analysis Division regarding vacancy requests, fund transfers and equipment requests.
Minutes note: The vacancy agenda was read.
Appearing:
Sha'Nese Burnell-Jones, Dept. of Neighborhood Services | APPROVED | Pass | 5:0 |
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250052
| 0 | 10. | Communication | Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to classification studies scheduled for Fire and Police Commission action.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Andrea Knickerbocker, Dept. of Employee Relations
Amanda Lewis, Fire Dept.
Ms. Knickerbocker gave an overview of classification study reports, as contained in the file. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250317
| 0 | 11. | Communication | Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to classification studies scheduled for City Service Commission action.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Andrea Knickerbocker, Dept. of Employee Relations
Ms. Knickerbocker gave an overview of classification study reports, as contained in the file. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250318
| 0 | 12. | Communication | Communication from the Department of Employee Relations amending the Salary and Positions Ordinances relating to clerical or administrative corrections.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Andrea Knickerbocker, Dept. of Employee Relations | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250350
| 0 | 13. | Communication | Communication from the Department of Administration - Budget and Management Division amending the Positions Ordinance relating to position authority for positions in the Department of Public Works - Operations Division.
Minutes note: Director Kovac commented on the Position Ordinance change. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250252
| 1 | 14. | Resolution | Substitute resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $275,000,000 of school revenue anticipation notes, and a purpose for Direct Loan Notes, for the purpose of financing the operating budget of the Milwaukee Public Schools on an interim basis.
Minutes note: Appearing:
Joshua Benson, Comptroller's Office
This resolution authorizes the issuance by the City of Milwaukee (the “City”) of its school revenue anticipation notes up to the aggregate amount of $275,000,000 (the “RANs”) under Section 67.12(1), Wisconsin Statutes, for the purpose of financing the operating budget of the Milwaukee Public Schools (“MPS”) on an interim basis.
There was discussion on State aide and withholding of any funds. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250132
| 1 | 15. | Resolution | Substitute resolution relative to acceptance and funding of the 2025-2026 Wisconsin Well Woman Program grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250136
| 1 | 16. | Resolution | Substitute resolution relative to acceptance and funding of the 2025-2026 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250137
| 1 | 17. | Resolution | Substitute resolution relative to acceptance and funding of the 2025-2026 Cities Readiness Initiative grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250054
| 1 | 18. | Resolution | Substitute resolution authorizing attendance at conventions, seminars and other travel. | RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION | Pass | 5:0 |
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250319
| 1 | 19. | Ordinance | A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2025 rates of pay of offices and positions in the City Service. | RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250320
| 1 | 20. | Ordinance | A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2025 offices and positions in the City Service. | RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGE | Pass | 4:0 |
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| | | | The following files may be placed on file as no longer necessary: | | | |
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250083
| 0 | 21. | Communication | Communication from the Department of Employee Relations amending the Positions Ordinance relating to position authority for the positions of Budget and Fiscal Policy Analyst IV and Innovation Policy Analyst in the Department of Administration. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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250196
| 1 | 22. | Resolution | Substitute resolution approving an agreement between the City of Milwaukee and Flock Group Inc. for the provision of pole-mounted security cameras. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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| | | | Meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m.
Chris Lee, Staff Assistant
Council Records Section
City Clerk's Office | | | |
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