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Meeting Name: JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/17/2007 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 301-B, City Hall
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
Meeting video: eComment: Not available  
Attachments:
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070752 01.AppointmentAppointment of Joanne Barndt to the Ethics Board by the Mayor. (3rd Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR CONFIRMATIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070727 02.AppointmentReappointment of Kristine Hinrichs to serve as Chief Court Administrator by Judge Derek C. Mosley.RECOMMENDED FOR CONFIRMATIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070762 03.CommunicationCommunication from Jason Helgerson, the State Medicaid Director, related to the Governor's Health Care Agenda.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass2:0 Action details Not available
070756 04.ResolutionSubstitute resolution relative to various legislative bills.

Minutes note: Individuals present: Terry Perry - Intergovernmental Relations Wisconsin Senator Lena Taylor Kathy Blair - Health Dept. Ald. Murphy moves for support of SB-252/AB-492 . Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. D'Amato excused) Ald. Murphy moves for support of AB-483. Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. D'Amato excused) Lori Lutzka - Dept. of City Development Paul Vornholt - Intergovernmental Relations Ald. Murphy moves for support of S 1627/HR 2578. Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. D'Amato excused) Ald. Murphy moves for support of HR 1700. Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. D'Amato excused)
SUBSTITUTEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
070756 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution relative to various legislative bills.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070741 05.ResolutionSubstitute resolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division - Department of Administration to seek introduction of state legislation relating to recommendations of the Fireworks Task Force.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070747 06.ResolutionResolution directing the Department of Administration - Intergovernmental Relations Division to seek introduction and passage of state legislation relating to the manner in which election officials and trainees may be compensated.

Minutes note: Held as a title-only.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass4:0 Action details Not available
041745 07.ResolutionSubstitute resolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division-Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of state legislation relating to Mayoral appointment of fire and police chiefs in first class cities.

Minutes note: Ald. Murphy and Ald. Bauman added as sponsors during the meeting, with Ald. Murphy made primary sponsor, at the request of Ald. Bohl, the former primary sponsor. Amend the Whereas clause where the Council has to agree to the cause for termination.
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
041745 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division-Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of state legislation relating to Mayoral appointment of fire and police chiefs in first class cities.

Minutes note: As amended.
RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
041745 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division-Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of state legislation relating to Mayoral appointment of fire and police chiefs in first class cities.

Minutes note: Individual present: Phyllis Wolford - 1620 N. 20th St.
RECONSIDEREDPass4:0 Action details Not available
041745 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division-Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of state legislation relating to Mayoral appointment of fire and police chiefs in first class cities.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
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070653 08.ResolutionResolution to authorize the City Attorney to execute additional documents in furtherance of the settlement agreement in the matter of Steven J. Alexander, et al v. City of Milwaukee, et al.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass3:0 Action details Not available
070678 09.ResolutionResolution authorizing the remission of the real estate taxes, for the tax year 2005 and 2006 in the amount of $25,184.62, for the properties conveyed from K&L Trust and Kohl et al. to the Milwaukee County.

Minutes note: Held at the request of the Assessor's Office as there were issues with the chain of title.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass3:0 Action details Not available
070596 010.ResolutionResolution to cancel real estate taxes levied against certain parcels bearing various key numbers on the 2006 tax roll, plus interest applicable to date of repayment, if appropriate.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass3:0 Action details Not available
070699 011.ResolutionResolution to cancel real estate taxes levied against certain parcels bearing various key numbers on the 2006 tax roll, plus interest applicable to date of repayment, if appropriate.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass3:0 Action details Not available
070708 012.ResolutionResolution relative to the payment of a special improvement bill placed on the 2006 Tax Roll and appropriating funds for this purpose with the total cost of the bill being $630.40.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass3:0 Action details Not available
070734 013.ResolutionResolution authorizing the settlement of the claim of Sgt. Kevin Moore, in the amount of $89,630.80 less taxes and the return of the property located at 313 E. Burleigh Street.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070743 014.ResolutionResolution authorizing an agreement between the City of Milwaukee and West End Development Corporation for assignment of the City’s right to an in-rem foreclosure judgment under s. 75.106, Wis. Stats., against the property at 751 N. 25th St. in the 4th Aldermanic District.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass4:0 Action details Not available
070748 015.ResolutionResolution reserving and appropriating up to $10,000 from the Special Purpose Account - Outside Counsel/Expert Witness Fund for the purpose of retaining the law firm of Attorney David R. Halbrooks in nuisance property proceedings relating to parcels at 822, 832, and 845 N. 25th St. and 2408 W. Kilbourn Ave.

Minutes note: Individuals present: Grant Langley, Vincent Bobot and Adam Stevens - City Attorney's Office James Dieter - 2400-block of W. Kilbourn Ave. Lawrence Mathias - Manager of a building across the street. Held as the City Attorney's Office is working on these properties.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass4:0 Action details Not available
060942 016.CommunicationCommunication from the City Attorney relative to expenditures from the Outside Counsel/Expert Witness Fund Special Purpose Account.HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass3:0 Action details Not available
070664 017.Communication-ReportCommunication from the City Attorney transmitting a semiannual report as to the determination and disposition of all claims pending and closed through June 30, 2007.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass3:0 Action details Not available
070684 018.ResolutionSubstitute resolution authorizing the return of real estate located at 932 W. Lapham Blvd., in the 12th Aldermanic District of the City of Milwaukee to its former owner upon payment of all city and county tax liens and any special improvement bonds, with all interest and penalty thereon and all costs as sustained by the City in foreclosing and managing said real estate. (Frances Martin)RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070642 019.AppointmentReappointment of Rebecca Doyle-Huber to the Deferred Assessment Board by the Mayor. (11th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR CONFIRMATIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070641 020.AppointmentReappointment of Frank Pokrop to the Deferred Assessment Board by the Mayor. (8th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR CONFIRMATIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070592 021.ResolutionSubstitute resolution to settle claim of Cermele & Associates for defense of various police officers.

Minutes note: Proposed Substitute A accepted.
SUBSTITUTEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
070592 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution to settle claim of Cermele & Associates for defense of various police officers.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070656 022.ResolutionResolution authorizing settlement of the claim of Larry Fettig.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
     Items below will be heard no earlier than 10:45 A.M.    Not available
070666 023.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from David Moten for property damage. (7th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Claimant not present.
RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass4:0 Action details Not available
070672 024.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Jeff Dillman for property damage.RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass4:0 Action details Not available
070673 025.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from A.D. Lee for property damage. (15th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Claimant not present.
RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass4:0 Action details Not available
070580 026.ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from James White for property damage. (6th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Grant in the amount of $800.
SUBSTITUTEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
070580 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from James White for property damage. (6th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass5:0 Action details Not available
070413 027.ResolutionResolution relating to the Claim of Edward Terry, Jr. for property damage. (1st Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070671 028.ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from Ann Schwebke for property damage.

Minutes note: Grant in the amount of $482.59.
SUBSTITUTEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
070671 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from Ann Schwebke for property damage.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass5:0 Action details Not available
070579 029.ResolutionResolution relating to the Claim of Howard Tolefree for loss of property. (5th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Held at the request of the claimaint.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass5:0 Action details Not available
070581 030.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Tony and Cathy Sansone for property damage. (1st Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070323 031.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Atty. Scott Taylor on behalf of Priscilla Chronus for recording fees. (5th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070697 032.ResolutionResolution relating to the claim of Lakeesha Robinson for property damage. (2nd Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070674 033.ResolutionResolution relating to the claim of Kenneth Basterash for property damage. (8th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070670 034.ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from Carol Garson for property damage.

Minutes note: Grant in the amount of $69.63.
SUBSTITUTEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
070670 0 ResolutionSubstitute resolution relating to an appeal from Carol Garson for property damage.RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTIONPass4:0 Action details Not available
070669 035.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Deborah George for property damage. (15th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Held at the request of the claimant.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass5:0 Action details Not available
070668 036.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Bruce Edgar, Agent for Best Rentals, Inc. for property damage. (2nd Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Claimant not present.
RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass4:0 Action details Not available
070667 037.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Mary Ayala for property damage. (14th Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Hold to allow staff from the Sanitation Dept. to listen to the recording provided by the claimant.
HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass4:0 Action details Not available
070665 038.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Tammy Harris for property damage. (2nd Aldermanic District)

Minutes note: Claimant not present.
RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass4:0 Action details Not available
070696 039.ResolutionResolution relating to the claim of Elliott Torrence for property damage. (5th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070695 040.ResolutionResolution relating to the claim of Gruber Law Offices, LLC on behalf of Elena Torres for personal injuries.RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
070675 041.ResolutionResolution relating to the claim of Miriam Porush for injuries and damages. (3rd Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR DISALLOWANCE & INDEF. POSTPONEMENTPass5:0 Action details Not available
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040066 042.OrdinanceAn ordinance relating to contributions to common council members and mayor's personal campaign committees.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
050699 043.ResolutionResolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations Division- Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of state legislation permitting parking in certain residential T-intersections.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
051299 044.ResolutionResolution directing the Election Commission of the City of Milwaukee to provide, on the spring general election ballot, April 4, 2006, an advisory referendum seeking approval to seek introduction and passage of state legislation enabling cities of the first class to enact forms of alternative funding for the purpose of financing public safety services and essential infrastructure projects.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
060326 045.ResolutionResolution directing the Intergovernmental Relations - Department of Administration to seek introduction and passage of legislation relating to Mayoral appointment of Fire and Police Chiefs and powers of Fire and Police Commissions in first class cities.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
060880 046.OrdinanceAn ordinance relating to the composition and term of office for certain commissioners of the community relations-social development commission.RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
061094 047.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Kevin Otto for property damage. (1st Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
061177 048.ResolutionResolution relating to an appeal from Ravenswood Auto Center, Inc. for property damage. (10th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available
070431 049.ResolutionResolution relating to a claim from Larry Fettig for property damage. (11th Aldermanic District)RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILEPass5:0 Action details Not available