Are these your priorities? This is what is listed in the Annual Plan for 2010. CDBG will be having their hearing Thursday night - at the same time at the Community Services priorities for 2011 are being discussed. 3 - 5 year plan goals and objective below.
2010 Goals:
• Improve and expand affordable housing options.
Objectives and Outcomes
o Owner-occupied housing: Housing made accessible, brought to code or made more
energy efficient – 200 minor repairs/rehabs + 37 major repairs/rehabs
o Housing for buyers: Homes constructed, rehabbed or downpayment assistance given
to assist low and moderate income homebuyers – 90 properties
o Rental Housing: Housing units created, renovated to code or made accessible, better managed, and affordable – 188 units
Budget
o 47% of budget allocated to improve housing
• Expand businesses to create jobs and assist with the development of
microenterprises.
Objectives and Outcomes
o Job creation: Jobs created through growing businesses which meet wage standard
levels or create advancement opportunities, with 51% being low to moderate income
– 55 jobs
o Micro-enterprise development: Businesses created and viable after 4 years with the
help of technical and/or financial assistance – 22 businesses
Budget
o 19% of the budget allocated to develop Madison’s economy
• Strengthen neighborhoods through the operation of neighborhood centers, community gardens and the implementation of strategic neighborhood building projects.
Objectives and Outcomes
o Neighborhood centers and community gardens: Develop, operate and sustain these
as neighborhood focal points –30,121 individuals
o Improve community service physical facilities: 2 facilities
o Neighborhood revitalization: Priority projects will be identified through the
neighborhood planning process to support healthy neighborhoods – 3 neighborhoods
Budget
o 17% of the budget allocated to improve community-based services
• Increase the access of low and moderate income households and community groups to resources through the improvement of community service facilities, enhancement of informational services and employment and training opportunities.
Objectives and Outcomes
o Access to community resources: Provide information to help place people into
housing, help people avoid homelessness, case management, financial counseling,
and employment and training – 3,351 individuals
Budget
o 6% of the budget allocated to access
• Administer the Community Development program to meet the community needs and funder requirements.
Objectives and Outcomes
o Develop, guide and manage proposals and projects which generate long term impact
and self-sufficiency. Achieve National and local cross-cutting objectives – 140
contracts
Budget
o 9% of the budget allocated to plan and administer the program effectively
This Action Plan allocates a total of approximately $8.9 million in anticipated 2010
Community Development Block Grant, HOME and ESG Entitlement funds, City HOME Match funds, City funds, State HCRI funds, CDBG and HOME program income, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) and other funds to support the Community Development program. The City’s allocation of stimulus funds is also included in this total. Stimulus funds include Department of Energy Block Grant City of Madison 2010 Action Plan 3 CPMP Version 2.0 funds, Community Development Block Grant Recovery (CDBG-R) funds and Homeless Prevention & Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) funds.
For the 3 - 5 year plan they have the following priorities:
Goal: Improve and expand affordable housing options
(A) Owner-occupied housing 1,127 total repairs/rehabs (1,000 minor and 127 major repairs/rehabs)
CDBG = $385,402
HOME = $2,487,208
Other = $404,935
(B) Housing for buyers 360 properties CDBG = $1,430,832
HOME = $3,968,254
Other = $1,789,959
(C) Rental Housing 772 rental units created or improved
CDBG = $1,368,825
HOME = $3,788,994
Other = $2,420,143
ESG = $148,723
Goal: Expand businesses to create jobs and assist with the development of microenterprises
(E) Business Development and Job Creation 235 FTE positions
CDBG = $6,084,716
Other = $972,559
(F) Economic Development of Small Businesses 116 microenterprises assisted
CDBG = $407,355
Goal: Strengthen neighborhoods through the operation of neighborhood centers, community gardens and the implementation of strategic neighborhood revitalization efforts
(G) Improvement of community focal points: Gardens and Neighborhood
Centers 147,682 individuals
CDBG = $1,948,691
Other = $2,481,734
(L) Revitalization of strategic areas 15 neighborhoods
CDBG = $772,710
Goal: Increase the access of low and moderate income households and community groups to resources through the improvement of community service facilities, enhancement of informational services and employment and training opportunities
(J) Improvement of services to homeless and special populations 20,074 households
CDBG = $163,466
Other = $1,570,137
ESG = $234,955
(K) Physical improvement of community service facilities 10 buildings
CDBG = $2,026,592
(X) Expansion of individual choice and access to resources 14,530 people
CDBG = $94,000
Other = $321,881
ESG = $20,507
Goal: Administer the Community Development program to meet the community needs and funder requirements
(Z) Overall program administration 700 contracts
CDBG = $1,866,582
HOME = $1,039,548
Other = $389,042
ESG = 21,247
Read more!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Mid-week Round Up
Landlords threaten to not move everyone on August 15th, 10 year rule claims another victim, reserve your park shelter, bed bugs, Kenton Peter's hotel, help paint new Willy St. mural, DOT under fire, T Wall comes in last for Village Trustee but wants to run against Feingold?, and finally, go see the Raiders! (positive youth story)
HOW IS THAT A THREAT?
Um, go ahead. Wouldn't it be better for tenants and the community if everyone didn't move on August 15th. And, what happened to the Apartment Association's position that bad landlords should be dealt with because they give all landlords a bad name. That's how they supported the Chronic Nuisance Ordinance, isn't this the same? Dealing with landlords who confiscate tenant property and illegally evict people seems to be a good thing.
ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST
Yesterday was Jon Standridge's last day on the Water Utility Board. Another outspoken voice falls victim to the 10 year rule. That's what happens when you stand up for transparency and the public's right to know. It's a shame some people work so hard at thankless jobs and are unceremoniously discarded. Thanks Jon for everything you've done!
LOTTERY TO RESERVE YOUR PARK SHELTER FOR 2010
NASTY BED BUGS
This story just doesn't seem to add up. How does a tenant who gets bedbugs after living in the same apartment for 25 years walk away with the impression that the only way the landlord will fix the problem is by raising the rent. And the landlord says they are just trying to give them a better apartment? Sounds goofy to me.
On a side note, the bed bug calls seem to be increasing again at the Tenant Resource Center . . . it usually happens when a few landlords aren't taking care of the problems, then tenants start moving out, and moving the bugs with them. Ugh . ..
KENTON PETER'S HOTEL
I keep hearing about it, I was hoping to learn more in this article . . .
HELP PAINT WILLY STREET NEW MURAL
Make history! Help finish the new mural "History of the Arts on Willy St in the 70's."
This is your last chance to help paint this historic mural. Join us at Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer St - Wednesday Oct 30 1-5pm or Sat Oct 3 1-5pm. Save the date - mural dedication Sat Oct 17 at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson St - more info to follow. Call 658-3736 for more information.
DOT UNDER FIRE
A judge has ruled that DOT did not adequately consider environmental, development (urban sprawl), or air quality impacts as well as the impact a road would have on the rural nature of the area.
Also interesting is that he ruled that the "open house" format of accepting public comments on projects was not "public" enough, and that citizens should be able to voice their opinions and concerns directly to DOT and in front of the rest of the public.
T WALL V. FEINGOLD
Really? Several people have contacted me to see my reaction. And mostly, I just giggle. A dude who can't even get elected to the Maple Bluff Trustee position running for Senate. 4th out of 4 this past spring . . .
Jim Schuler 380 28%
Teri Bruns 373 28%
Peter Duff 351 26%
Terrance Wall 232 17%
You gotta admit, the guy has giant cahones. To match his giant checkbook, some say he's willing to spend $10M of his own money to run . . . I guess, its his money to waste if he so chooses. It might be good for the local economy . . . if he spends it locally.
GO RAIDERS!
I got this email . . . which about says it all . . .
We all keep reading negative stories in the press about young people, mostly of
HOW IS THAT A THREAT?
Um, go ahead. Wouldn't it be better for tenants and the community if everyone didn't move on August 15th. And, what happened to the Apartment Association's position that bad landlords should be dealt with because they give all landlords a bad name. That's how they supported the Chronic Nuisance Ordinance, isn't this the same? Dealing with landlords who confiscate tenant property and illegally evict people seems to be a good thing.
ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST
Yesterday was Jon Standridge's last day on the Water Utility Board. Another outspoken voice falls victim to the 10 year rule. That's what happens when you stand up for transparency and the public's right to know. It's a shame some people work so hard at thankless jobs and are unceremoniously discarded. Thanks Jon for everything you've done!
LOTTERY TO RESERVE YOUR PARK SHELTER FOR 2010
The Madison Park staff is working through internal processes and fee structures to make improvements to our shelter reservations. The 2010 reservations Madison Parks shelters and the Gates of Heaven will begin November 10, 2009.
Madison Parks has 18 shelters nestled in Madison’s unique and scenic parks. Each shelter has a restroom, electricity and water and are an ideal location for your graduation party, family reunion, company picnic or wedding.
There is a high demand for Park shelters so don’t wait to reserve your date!
New for 2010
A number lottery system will be instated to ensure fairness for the patrons wishing to reserve the more popular shelters and summer weekend dates. Numbers will be drawn beginning at 7:30a.m., and in-person reservations will begin at 8:00a.m. Phone-in reservations will begin at 9:00a.m. Because of the lottery system, it will not be in anyone’s best interest to arrive at the Madison Parks office before 7:00a.m.
Long-standing annual special events will be reserved in advance of the Park Shelter reservation date. Those event dates will be posted on the Madison Parks website by November 2, 2009 for the 2010 season.
Madison Parks Office | 210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Suite 104 | Madison, WI 53703 Office (608) 266-4711 | Fax (608) 267-1162 | TDD (866) 704-2315
www.cityofmadison.com/parks
NASTY BED BUGS
This story just doesn't seem to add up. How does a tenant who gets bedbugs after living in the same apartment for 25 years walk away with the impression that the only way the landlord will fix the problem is by raising the rent. And the landlord says they are just trying to give them a better apartment? Sounds goofy to me.
On a side note, the bed bug calls seem to be increasing again at the Tenant Resource Center . . . it usually happens when a few landlords aren't taking care of the problems, then tenants start moving out, and moving the bugs with them. Ugh . ..
KENTON PETER'S HOTEL
I keep hearing about it, I was hoping to learn more in this article . . .
HELP PAINT WILLY STREET NEW MURAL
Make history! Help finish the new mural "History of the Arts on Willy St in the 70's."
This is your last chance to help paint this historic mural. Join us at Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer St - Wednesday Oct 30 1-5pm or Sat Oct 3 1-5pm. Save the date - mural dedication Sat Oct 17 at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson St - more info to follow. Call 658-3736 for more information.
DOT UNDER FIRE
A judge has ruled that DOT did not adequately consider environmental, development (urban sprawl), or air quality impacts as well as the impact a road would have on the rural nature of the area.
Also interesting is that he ruled that the "open house" format of accepting public comments on projects was not "public" enough, and that citizens should be able to voice their opinions and concerns directly to DOT and in front of the rest of the public.
T WALL V. FEINGOLD
Really? Several people have contacted me to see my reaction. And mostly, I just giggle. A dude who can't even get elected to the Maple Bluff Trustee position running for Senate. 4th out of 4 this past spring . . .
Jim Schuler 380 28%
Teri Bruns 373 28%
Peter Duff 351 26%
Terrance Wall 232 17%
You gotta admit, the guy has giant cahones. To match his giant checkbook, some say he's willing to spend $10M of his own money to run . . . I guess, its his money to waste if he so chooses. It might be good for the local economy . . . if he spends it locally.
GO RAIDERS!
I got this email . . . which about says it all . . .
We all keep reading negative stories in the press about young people, mostly of
color, in some neighborhoods and how unsettling this is so some people.Read more!
What we don't usually hear about are positive things that involve the same youth. The Southside Raiders is ayouth football program that is 40 years old now and it is a stabilizing force in the community. Most of the Raiders are young black men. The Raiders give them a chance to belong to a positive group, work together and learn a sense of responsibility. Wayne Strong, a police officer, and former alder Isadore Knox are directors of the program.
The Raiders have 5th, 6th and 8th grade teams that are all undefeated and all three teams play home games at Penn Park this Saturday.
8th Grade plays Monroe Red at 9:00 am
6th Grade plays Waunakee White at 10:30
5th Grade plays Monrow Red at 12:00
Please stop by and you will see something very positive for youth of color and talk to some of the parents about the future for our youth.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
UW Sucks at Supporting Off Campus Student Tenants
Ok - I'm going to rant.
The UW SUCKS! at supporting UW student tenants who live off campus. This should be a fundamental service provided by the UW. I don't care if they contract with the Tenant Resource Center, or work with a student organization or do the damn work themselves. It just needs to be freaking done!! Arghh!! I'm beyond frustrated after 19 years!!
Here's a little history. First, my history with how I got involved. I came to Madison in 1990 for law school. It was a bit of a last minute change, I was on my way to Toledo Ohio to be a Resident Director and get a Master in Public Administration and Government Affairs or something like that, when I learned at the last minute that I had been accepted to UW-Madison Law School. So, I hastily rented my first apartment. And of course, ran into trouble! Luckily, I also happened to run into Holly at the Law School, who was the volunteer coordinator at the Tenant Resource Center and she told me how I could resolve my issues . . . and then recruited me to volunteer at the Tenant Resource Center. I had previously been volunteering at whatever they called the legal resource center on campus and it was horrible. They basically showed us a stack of books and told us to answer the phone - no training, just 6 months of law school - not even enough to be dangerous, just completely ineffective.
Anyways, after Holly convinced me, I started volunteering at the Tenant Resource Center, I didn't even know a Student Tenant Union existed at the time. It had existed since 1969. The Tenant Resource Center started in 1980. The first time I became aware of a Student Tenant Union (STU) was when people started complaining to the Tenant Resource Center about STU not being open when they said they were or giving them wrong information. And that is when I began to think that as bad as the Tenant Resource Center was at the time, it was better than the Student Tenant Union. (TRC had poor materials and training and supervision for the volunteers, a grumpy scary Executive Director who kept her door shut most of the time, and also had trouble being open when they said they were going to be.)
I eventually became the volunteer coordinator myself, graduated from Law School, served on the board of directors, fired the Executive Director, hired and let go another Executive Director and finally just did it myself . . . temporarily . . . for a few years . . . er . . . since 1995. Since then we added a mediation program, started the Housing Help Desk, do a weekly housing list, provide services in Spanish, have a statewide toll-free number (1-877-238-RENT), provide eviction prevention dollars, do statewide trainings, substantially revised our Apartment Management in Wisconsin Book, developed our brochures series and website and so much more. All, without enough money to get it done properly, but with the help of many, many, many volunteers in the community and from campus.
Meanwhile, the services the campus provides, are back to freaking zero. From 1995 to about 2005, Tenant Resource Center received funding for services on campus. We did tabling, a Tenant Education Week, did a column in the Badger Herald when they let us, had a Student Renter's Guide and did what outreach we could to students to let them know that we existed and could help. Then, the UW started cracking down, at first we just had to have three students on our board of directors and that was ok. Then, we had to be 100% student run and we lost our funding. There were no services for a year. Then the Tenant Resource Center spent our own money to pay staff to help set up a student organization, I spent my own money to take a class so I could be a student to help get the funding and we got the newest version of the Student Tenant Union up and running with a $75,000 budget, which was much more than the Tenant Resource Center ever got! But we had trouble getting students to run it. (They tend to graduate and move away and have finals and go on break and . . . ) Finally Kyle and others picked up and ran with it, but by the time they were involved and up and running, the budget was greatly reduced. We trained them and they seemed to be doing ok . . . then I kind of lost track of what happened, as I wasn't a student and couldn't be involved and there apparently was no way for them to pay us for training, materials and consultation (which we ended up doing for free). And now, it seems, we're back to nothing. NOTHING! It's so damn frustrating.
I'm getting really irritated by this. There are 10's of thousands of UW students renting off campus that need these services. To not have them borders on criminal if you've seen some of the places they are renting. And I blame it directly on the administration. There has to be a way to get these services to students. And they need to be student focused services. Students are welcome to come to the Tenant Resource Center or email or call and we'll serve them. But we don't have funds to do the outreach necessary, and the education necessary, on campus (well, or for the rest of the city or county - state we've got for the first time since 1994, til next December). I think the UW administration and student government need to get their shit together and figure this out. There has to be a way to fund competent tenant services for students that go beyond a worst house on campus contest or what whatever happened to ratemylandlord.com?
End rant. Begin working to make something happen? Or is it a lost cause, and how much more should the TRC put into this without any support from the UW? Read more!
The UW SUCKS! at supporting UW student tenants who live off campus. This should be a fundamental service provided by the UW. I don't care if they contract with the Tenant Resource Center, or work with a student organization or do the damn work themselves. It just needs to be freaking done!! Arghh!! I'm beyond frustrated after 19 years!!
Here's a little history. First, my history with how I got involved. I came to Madison in 1990 for law school. It was a bit of a last minute change, I was on my way to Toledo Ohio to be a Resident Director and get a Master in Public Administration and Government Affairs or something like that, when I learned at the last minute that I had been accepted to UW-Madison Law School. So, I hastily rented my first apartment. And of course, ran into trouble! Luckily, I also happened to run into Holly at the Law School, who was the volunteer coordinator at the Tenant Resource Center and she told me how I could resolve my issues . . . and then recruited me to volunteer at the Tenant Resource Center. I had previously been volunteering at whatever they called the legal resource center on campus and it was horrible. They basically showed us a stack of books and told us to answer the phone - no training, just 6 months of law school - not even enough to be dangerous, just completely ineffective.
Anyways, after Holly convinced me, I started volunteering at the Tenant Resource Center, I didn't even know a Student Tenant Union existed at the time. It had existed since 1969. The Tenant Resource Center started in 1980. The first time I became aware of a Student Tenant Union (STU) was when people started complaining to the Tenant Resource Center about STU not being open when they said they were or giving them wrong information. And that is when I began to think that as bad as the Tenant Resource Center was at the time, it was better than the Student Tenant Union. (TRC had poor materials and training and supervision for the volunteers, a grumpy scary Executive Director who kept her door shut most of the time, and also had trouble being open when they said they were going to be.)
I eventually became the volunteer coordinator myself, graduated from Law School, served on the board of directors, fired the Executive Director, hired and let go another Executive Director and finally just did it myself . . . temporarily . . . for a few years . . . er . . . since 1995. Since then we added a mediation program, started the Housing Help Desk, do a weekly housing list, provide services in Spanish, have a statewide toll-free number (1-877-238-RENT), provide eviction prevention dollars, do statewide trainings, substantially revised our Apartment Management in Wisconsin Book, developed our brochures series and website and so much more. All, without enough money to get it done properly, but with the help of many, many, many volunteers in the community and from campus.
Meanwhile, the services the campus provides, are back to freaking zero. From 1995 to about 2005, Tenant Resource Center received funding for services on campus. We did tabling, a Tenant Education Week, did a column in the Badger Herald when they let us, had a Student Renter's Guide and did what outreach we could to students to let them know that we existed and could help. Then, the UW started cracking down, at first we just had to have three students on our board of directors and that was ok. Then, we had to be 100% student run and we lost our funding. There were no services for a year. Then the Tenant Resource Center spent our own money to pay staff to help set up a student organization, I spent my own money to take a class so I could be a student to help get the funding and we got the newest version of the Student Tenant Union up and running with a $75,000 budget, which was much more than the Tenant Resource Center ever got! But we had trouble getting students to run it. (They tend to graduate and move away and have finals and go on break and . . . ) Finally Kyle and others picked up and ran with it, but by the time they were involved and up and running, the budget was greatly reduced. We trained them and they seemed to be doing ok . . . then I kind of lost track of what happened, as I wasn't a student and couldn't be involved and there apparently was no way for them to pay us for training, materials and consultation (which we ended up doing for free). And now, it seems, we're back to nothing. NOTHING! It's so damn frustrating.
I'm getting really irritated by this. There are 10's of thousands of UW students renting off campus that need these services. To not have them borders on criminal if you've seen some of the places they are renting. And I blame it directly on the administration. There has to be a way to get these services to students. And they need to be student focused services. Students are welcome to come to the Tenant Resource Center or email or call and we'll serve them. But we don't have funds to do the outreach necessary, and the education necessary, on campus (well, or for the rest of the city or county - state we've got for the first time since 1994, til next December). I think the UW administration and student government need to get their shit together and figure this out. There has to be a way to fund competent tenant services for students that go beyond a worst house on campus contest or what whatever happened to ratemylandlord.com?
End rant. Begin working to make something happen? Or is it a lost cause, and how much more should the TRC put into this without any support from the UW? Read more!
City Meeting Schedule - 14 changes in 24 hours!
Changes faster than the Wisconsin weather . . . see what has been added . . . .
The weekly schedule for the City of Madison has become a joke. More comments at the end of this post . . . here's what was added/changed in the last 24 hours. None of this was noted on the schedule that was posted on Friday and up all weekend.
CANCELLED
1. Commission on the Environment was cancelled yesterday due to Yom Kippur. Why the clerk doesn't take care of that when that is the city policy is beyond me. I think the Southwest Joint Campus committee met in violation of that policy.
ADDED FOR TUESDAY
2. 4:00 PM SISTER CITY COLLABORATION COMMITTEE ROOM LL-110, MMB
ADDED FOR WEDNESDAY
3. 8:00 AM BOARD OF ASSESSORS ASSESSOR CONF ROOM 101, CCB
4. 10:00 AM STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION ROOM 108 CCB
5. 1:30 PM BOARD OF REVIEW ROOM 108, CCB
6. 1:30 PM PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE 4340 TOKAY BLVD. SEQUOYA LIBRARY
ADDED FOR THURSDAY
7. 7:30 AM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION STAFF LISTENING SESSIONS ON THE DRAFT 2011-2012 PROGRAM AREAS, GOALS AND PRIORITIES 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A
8. 12:00 PM MADISON CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) BOARD OF DIRECTORS 615 E. WASHINGTON AVE., 2ND FLOOR BOARD ROOM
9. 4:30 PM MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD 201 W. MIFFLIN ST. ROOM 201
10. 5:00 PM CITY-COUNTY LIAISON COMMITTEE ROOM 310, CCB
11. 5:00 PM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE ROOM 260, MMB
12. 5:30 PM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION STAFF LISTENING SESSIONS ON THE DRAFT 2011-2012 PROGRAM AREAS, GOALS AND PRIORITIES 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A (No link, see 7:30 meeting same day)
13. 5:30 PM FUNDING PROCESS SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A
ADDED FOR FRIDAY
14. 10:00 AM PRESENTATION BY UW STUDENTS ON PRECEDENCE STUDY OF SUSTAINABILITY INDICATOR PROJECTS 925 BASCOM MALL, ROOM 208
What's the point of sending out a weekly schedule and posting it, if its essentially wrong? 14 changes in 24 hours. Plus, CDBG and Office of Community Services scheduled their meetings about priorities for funding at the exact same time. I don't know about others, but at Tenant Resource Center with a staff of 6, with two of us in Steven's Point and work to be done at two offices, how are we supposed to cover these meetings of great interest to us?
As an alder, it is your job to keep up with all the changes and it was annoying trying to plan and juggle everything. As a member of the public, I find it misleading, in some cases manipulative and in others, just sloppy and/or disrespectful to the public.
Read more!
The weekly schedule for the City of Madison has become a joke. More comments at the end of this post . . . here's what was added/changed in the last 24 hours. None of this was noted on the schedule that was posted on Friday and up all weekend.
CANCELLED
1. Commission on the Environment was cancelled yesterday due to Yom Kippur. Why the clerk doesn't take care of that when that is the city policy is beyond me. I think the Southwest Joint Campus committee met in violation of that policy.
ADDED FOR TUESDAY
2. 4:00 PM SISTER CITY COLLABORATION COMMITTEE ROOM LL-110, MMB
ADDED FOR WEDNESDAY
3. 8:00 AM BOARD OF ASSESSORS ASSESSOR CONF ROOM 101, CCB
4. 10:00 AM STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION ROOM 108 CCB
5. 1:30 PM BOARD OF REVIEW ROOM 108, CCB
6. 1:30 PM PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE 4340 TOKAY BLVD. SEQUOYA LIBRARY
ADDED FOR THURSDAY
7. 7:30 AM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION STAFF LISTENING SESSIONS ON THE DRAFT 2011-2012 PROGRAM AREAS, GOALS AND PRIORITIES 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A
8. 12:00 PM MADISON CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) BOARD OF DIRECTORS 615 E. WASHINGTON AVE., 2ND FLOOR BOARD ROOM
9. 4:30 PM MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD 201 W. MIFFLIN ST. ROOM 201
10. 5:00 PM CITY-COUNTY LIAISON COMMITTEE ROOM 310, CCB
11. 5:00 PM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE ROOM 260, MMB
12. 5:30 PM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION STAFF LISTENING SESSIONS ON THE DRAFT 2011-2012 PROGRAM AREAS, GOALS AND PRIORITIES 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A (No link, see 7:30 meeting same day)
13. 5:30 PM FUNDING PROCESS SUBCOMMITTEE OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE 1602 S. PARK ST. ROOM 201A
ADDED FOR FRIDAY
14. 10:00 AM PRESENTATION BY UW STUDENTS ON PRECEDENCE STUDY OF SUSTAINABILITY INDICATOR PROJECTS 925 BASCOM MALL, ROOM 208
What's the point of sending out a weekly schedule and posting it, if its essentially wrong? 14 changes in 24 hours. Plus, CDBG and Office of Community Services scheduled their meetings about priorities for funding at the exact same time. I don't know about others, but at Tenant Resource Center with a staff of 6, with two of us in Steven's Point and work to be done at two offices, how are we supposed to cover these meetings of great interest to us?
As an alder, it is your job to keep up with all the changes and it was annoying trying to plan and juggle everything. As a member of the public, I find it misleading, in some cases manipulative and in others, just sloppy and/or disrespectful to the public.
Read more!
Social Justice Center is . . . .
hiring, renting and looking for artists . . . . (and volunteers to help with mural)
HIRING
Social Justice Center Program Coordinator
Half-time position, salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance contribution, sick leave and vacation. Job duties include a wide variety of tasks related to the day-to=day operations of a non-profit office building and incubator, coordinate maintenance and management of building, coordinate annual fundraising events and donor database, coordinate art gallery exhibits, work closely with Board of Directors and volunteer bookkeeper. Bookkeeping skills a plus.
Desired skills and qualifications: flexible schedule, good organizational and writing skills, strong computer skills and ability to use Access database, fundraising experience, non-profit experience, ability to work independently, good time management skills, commitment to the advancement of social justice causes.
Send resume and one-page (no longer please) cover letter to Social Justice Center ATTN: Persionnel, 1202 Williamsons St, Madison, WI 53703. Submissions will be accepted by e-mail to office@tenantresourcecenter.org.
Deadline: Noon on October 9.
No phone calls please.
RENTING
NON-PROFIT OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE
At the Social Justice Center
1202 Williamson Street, Madison
The Social Justice Center, Inc.(SJC)is a collaboration of progressive non-profit organizations housed in a non-profit office center with a social justice focus.
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ITS NINE YEAR HISTORY, there is first floor space available for lease.
The SCJ offers:
• Up to 1,600 square feet—accessible office space located in the progressive heart of the city
• Organizations participate in the collaborative administration and governance of the building
• Unique and invaluable opportunities to network and collaborate with the other progressive non-profit organizations housed in the building
• Access to a central conference room which also serves as a community meeting space
• Low-cost shared high-speed DSL internet access
• Car parking space for a monthly fee; free on-street parking
• An outdoor seating/break area surrounded by a blossoming rain garden
• Locked basement storage space
• Cleaning service
• The Jackie Macaulay Gallery, a social justice art gallery
• Shared kitchen and accessible bathrooms
• A chance to be part of some of the most cutting edge social justice work happening in Madison today!
Also Available . . . The SJC Incubator, has space available for fledgling progressive non-profits with rents as low as $75 – and that includes: access to a copier, use of the conference room, shared kitchen, accessible bathroom, and cleaning service. Internet access is available for a small monthly fee.
For more info, http://socialjusticecenter.org
or call 608-227-0206
or send to SJCMadison@gmail.com
LOOKING FOR ARTISTS
The Jackie Macaulay Gallery is holding a Call for Artists
The Jackie Macaulay Gallery at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson Street, seeks artists’ exhibits.
Artists are encouraged to display local, socially conscious, social justice inspired, and humanitarian themed art. Artists may apply for a solo show or a group exhibition.
Upon acceptance, each artist will have the opportunity to have a show in the gallery space for one month. The exhibition opportunity includes an opening night and exposure to the general public.
For more information about the Social Justice Center and the gallery, see our website at www.socialjusticecenter.org
For more information about exhibiting in the Jackie Macaulay Gallery SJCMadison@gmail.com or 608- 227-0206
HELP PAINT WILLY STREET NEW MURAL
Make history! Help finish the new mural "History of the Arts on Willy St in the 70's."
This is your last chance to help paint this historic mural. Join us at Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer St - Wednesday Oct 30 1-5pm or Sat Oct 3 1-5pm. Save the date - mural dedication Sat Oct 17 at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson St - more info to follow. Call 658-3736 for more information.
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HIRING
Social Justice Center Program Coordinator
Half-time position, salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance contribution, sick leave and vacation. Job duties include a wide variety of tasks related to the day-to=day operations of a non-profit office building and incubator, coordinate maintenance and management of building, coordinate annual fundraising events and donor database, coordinate art gallery exhibits, work closely with Board of Directors and volunteer bookkeeper. Bookkeeping skills a plus.
Desired skills and qualifications: flexible schedule, good organizational and writing skills, strong computer skills and ability to use Access database, fundraising experience, non-profit experience, ability to work independently, good time management skills, commitment to the advancement of social justice causes.
Send resume and one-page (no longer please) cover letter to Social Justice Center ATTN: Persionnel, 1202 Williamsons St, Madison, WI 53703. Submissions will be accepted by e-mail to office@tenantresourcecenter.org.
Deadline: Noon on October 9.
No phone calls please.
RENTING
NON-PROFIT OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE
At the Social Justice Center
1202 Williamson Street, Madison
The Social Justice Center, Inc.(SJC)is a collaboration of progressive non-profit organizations housed in a non-profit office center with a social justice focus.
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ITS NINE YEAR HISTORY, there is first floor space available for lease.
The SCJ offers:
• Up to 1,600 square feet—accessible office space located in the progressive heart of the city
• Organizations participate in the collaborative administration and governance of the building
• Unique and invaluable opportunities to network and collaborate with the other progressive non-profit organizations housed in the building
• Access to a central conference room which also serves as a community meeting space
• Low-cost shared high-speed DSL internet access
• Car parking space for a monthly fee; free on-street parking
• An outdoor seating/break area surrounded by a blossoming rain garden
• Locked basement storage space
• Cleaning service
• The Jackie Macaulay Gallery, a social justice art gallery
• Shared kitchen and accessible bathrooms
• A chance to be part of some of the most cutting edge social justice work happening in Madison today!
Also Available . . . The SJC Incubator, has space available for fledgling progressive non-profits with rents as low as $75 – and that includes: access to a copier, use of the conference room, shared kitchen, accessible bathroom, and cleaning service. Internet access is available for a small monthly fee.
For more info, http://socialjusticecenter.org
or call 608-227-0206
or send to SJCMadison@gmail.com
LOOKING FOR ARTISTS
The Jackie Macaulay Gallery is holding a Call for Artists
The Jackie Macaulay Gallery at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson Street, seeks artists’ exhibits.
Artists are encouraged to display local, socially conscious, social justice inspired, and humanitarian themed art. Artists may apply for a solo show or a group exhibition.
Upon acceptance, each artist will have the opportunity to have a show in the gallery space for one month. The exhibition opportunity includes an opening night and exposure to the general public.
For more information about the Social Justice Center and the gallery, see our website at www.socialjusticecenter.org
For more information about exhibiting in the Jackie Macaulay Gallery SJCMadison@gmail.com or 608- 227-0206
HELP PAINT WILLY STREET NEW MURAL
Make history! Help finish the new mural "History of the Arts on Willy St in the 70's."
This is your last chance to help paint this historic mural. Join us at Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer St - Wednesday Oct 30 1-5pm or Sat Oct 3 1-5pm. Save the date - mural dedication Sat Oct 17 at the Social Justice Center, 1202 Williamson St - more info to follow. Call 658-3736 for more information.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Short Round Up - Read the full Letter
That Edgewater letter, library battle heats up, comments on Apex proposal and volunteers needed for imporant project . . . more, but I gotta be in Baraboo by 9:30.
EDGEWATER
What took them so long? I know Bob Dunn tried to convince me that the other hotels downtown supported his new project, and I always wondered why we hadn't heard anything. The letter is much more interesting than reported. You might want to read the full letter below, bolded statements are interesting.
LIBRARY BATTLE
I was also wondering what took so long for alders to start revolting . . . finally, Compton starts the "my district first" game.
APEX PROPOSAL AND FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT
I found the comments following this article interesting. While Althouse didn't really say much, the comments didn't contain the typical "tear down the run down student housing" comments one might expect.
MENTORS NEEDED
Madison Urban Ministry seeking volunteers . . .
EDGEWATER LETTER
We are writing to provide you with some additional information on the Edgewater and Fiore Library/Hotel development proposals. Many statements have been made and statistics quoted that we feel have been misleading. As hotel managers, we wish to clarify this information with our hotel operational experience. The new hotel development proposals would put Madison hotels at a major competitive disadvantage and put many hotel employees’ jobs at significant risk. Mayor Cielewicz has not done proper due diligence and has not used the information presented to him in the hotel studies he commissioned before including both projects in his capital budget.
A recent study listed the Edgewater as a blighted structure. The major reason that the property is in its current condition is the lack of capital investment and profits being invested back into the hotel. National Guardian Life, a company with over $2 billion in asset owns 30% of the Edgewater and did not properly maintain the hotel, allowing it to age with minimal improvements and reinvestment. Now they will likely make a significant amount of money pending the sale of the Edgewater to the Hammes Company, which is completely dependent on the $16 million TIF Hammes is requesting. To remain competitive, hotels must continually update their properties by reinvesting operating funds, not by asking the city of Madison for subsidies.
There has been speculation about the amount of increased room tax that the new Edgewater project would generate. We feel it is essential to use actual data instead of estimated numbers. Bob Dunn has stated that the hotel would command a $200 per night price tag which we feel is unlikely in this market. The average price for a room in Madison based on Smith Travel Research reports, a professional hotel research company, is as follows: the 2009 average daily rate for a Madison hotel room is $89.28 and the 2009 occupancy is 54%.
Adding 107 rooms to the Downtown market on top of the existing 143 rooms at the Edgewater would only give the city an annual hotel room tax increase of $57,457, which is a far cry from the $16 million gift the city is offering. In addition, the revenue from hotel room tax would decline as the occupancy rate in the existing
hotels would decrease with the increased competition.
Bob Dunn is claiming that the new Edgewater development will add 500 jobs and mayor Cielewicz recently stated that the project would add 1,000 new jobs to downtown. The fact is that a 250 room hotel will support only between 125 to 175 employees of which only 50% would be fulltime. The Edgewater currently employees 100 people which means the new development would only increase employment by 25-75 people. Many of these employees may come from a pool of employees laid off from other hotels when occupancies decline due to the new city financed hotel development.
The developer states they need the $16 million for the proposed public space. Complete open access to this public space will create serious operational difficulties for the hotel. Monona Terrace has experienced many of these operational issues with the rooftop terrace public space and they now close this space to the public when events are taking place. As an Innkeeper, it is your responsibility to provide security for your guests and allowing the public open access could create security concerns. Many national hotel chains may not be willing to put their flag on a property with this type of public space. The public space is only proposed so the developer can receive the $16 million up front, but what will happen when these operational difficulties present themselves?
In order to gain clarity on the need for additional hotel rooms, the Mayor hired the Hunden Strategic Partners Company to complete a downtown Madison hotel feasibility study. In the original study dated December 2008, it stated that the city should concentrate its efforts on developing a 400-room hotel attached to Monona Terrace at the Madison Municipal building location site. The city was in negotiation with Marcus Hotels and Resorts until recently when Marcus pulled back due to the economy. Subsequently, three other projects emerged onto the scene - the Apex project, Edgewater project, and the Fiore Library/Hotel project. The Mayor again hired Hunden to perform a follow-up study to determine which project the city should invest in. The report, released August 27th 2009, states that the Edgewater is worthy of priority amongst the projects listed above, but the most important project should be the convention hotel proposed by Marcus.
The study also concluded that the Library project hotel portion should not be a city priority at this time. It also states the city has to carefully choose the projects to include and the timing of those projects. The library project should fall below a true convention hotel, the Edgewater project, and a larger full-service project in terms of priority for the city. A few days after the last report was completed, the Mayor decided once again to back the library/hotel project, not following the recommendation from the professionals he hired. In total, the city has paid $50,000 to Hunden for this research which is a waste of taxpayer’s money if the information is not utilized.
The study also points out that the Apex project is probably not feasible because Apex has no experience in developing and operating a hotel. Bob Dunn has made it clear that Hammes will own and manage the Edgewater Hotel. The study does not point out that Hammes also has no experience developing and operating hotels. It is very risky for the city to invest in a developer that has no hotel experience.
This year has been one of the worst years on record for the hotel industry and many luxury hotels are currently in bankruptcy or facing bankruptcy due to the change in corporate and consumer buying habits. Many hotels are choosing to drop their star ranking because of the expense to operate 4 and 5 star hotels. In most areas of the country it will take 5-10 years for average rates to recover to 2008 levels. A hotel which will require a $200 average rate to remain financially feasible is not possible in this market and is a very risky investment for the city of Madison.
We ask that you look at the facts and join us in our fight against Madison putting the average business owner at a competitive disadvantage.
Sincerely,
Tom Ziarnik, General Manager Steve Zanoni, General Manager Kevin Smith, General Manager, Doubletree Madison Hotel Madison Concourse Hotel Madison Marriott West, Jim Davis, General Manager Bill Wehlman, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Campus Inn, Blaze Brigman, General Manager, Hyatt Place
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EDGEWATER
What took them so long? I know Bob Dunn tried to convince me that the other hotels downtown supported his new project, and I always wondered why we hadn't heard anything. The letter is much more interesting than reported. You might want to read the full letter below, bolded statements are interesting.
LIBRARY BATTLE
I was also wondering what took so long for alders to start revolting . . . finally, Compton starts the "my district first" game.
APEX PROPOSAL AND FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT
I found the comments following this article interesting. While Althouse didn't really say much, the comments didn't contain the typical "tear down the run down student housing" comments one might expect.
MENTORS NEEDED
Madison Urban Ministry seeking volunteers . . .
In Dane County there are over 1,600 children who have an incarcerated parent. Children who have an incarcerated parent often face challenges that other kids don't, disruption in their living situation, worry about their parent, grief and anger over the seperation, and sometimes the trauma of having watched a parent being arrested. Mentoring Connections (a program of Madison-area Urban Ministry) matches children of incarcerated parents with a caring adult mentor, someone to offer a little extra attention, a little respite to a caregiver, and a trusted friend. Currently we have 35 children waiting for a mentor, waiting for someone like you to volunteer an hour a week to hang out, play games, read books, watch movies, go to the park, take a walk or a bike ride. It's nothing fancy, but it is valuable, your time and friendship.
We offer ongoing mentor training and support, you offer time and attention. It's a win/win for all.
Please contact Fabu Brisco at 608-256-0906 or fabu@emum.org if you would like more information about volunteering with Mentoring Connections.
EDGEWATER LETTER
We are writing to provide you with some additional information on the Edgewater and Fiore Library/Hotel development proposals. Many statements have been made and statistics quoted that we feel have been misleading. As hotel managers, we wish to clarify this information with our hotel operational experience. The new hotel development proposals would put Madison hotels at a major competitive disadvantage and put many hotel employees’ jobs at significant risk. Mayor Cielewicz has not done proper due diligence and has not used the information presented to him in the hotel studies he commissioned before including both projects in his capital budget.
A recent study listed the Edgewater as a blighted structure. The major reason that the property is in its current condition is the lack of capital investment and profits being invested back into the hotel. National Guardian Life, a company with over $2 billion in asset owns 30% of the Edgewater and did not properly maintain the hotel, allowing it to age with minimal improvements and reinvestment. Now they will likely make a significant amount of money pending the sale of the Edgewater to the Hammes Company, which is completely dependent on the $16 million TIF Hammes is requesting. To remain competitive, hotels must continually update their properties by reinvesting operating funds, not by asking the city of Madison for subsidies.
There has been speculation about the amount of increased room tax that the new Edgewater project would generate. We feel it is essential to use actual data instead of estimated numbers. Bob Dunn has stated that the hotel would command a $200 per night price tag which we feel is unlikely in this market. The average price for a room in Madison based on Smith Travel Research reports, a professional hotel research company, is as follows: the 2009 average daily rate for a Madison hotel room is $89.28 and the 2009 occupancy is 54%.
Adding 107 rooms to the Downtown market on top of the existing 143 rooms at the Edgewater would only give the city an annual hotel room tax increase of $57,457, which is a far cry from the $16 million gift the city is offering. In addition, the revenue from hotel room tax would decline as the occupancy rate in the existing
hotels would decrease with the increased competition.
Bob Dunn is claiming that the new Edgewater development will add 500 jobs and mayor Cielewicz recently stated that the project would add 1,000 new jobs to downtown. The fact is that a 250 room hotel will support only between 125 to 175 employees of which only 50% would be fulltime. The Edgewater currently employees 100 people which means the new development would only increase employment by 25-75 people. Many of these employees may come from a pool of employees laid off from other hotels when occupancies decline due to the new city financed hotel development.
The developer states they need the $16 million for the proposed public space. Complete open access to this public space will create serious operational difficulties for the hotel. Monona Terrace has experienced many of these operational issues with the rooftop terrace public space and they now close this space to the public when events are taking place. As an Innkeeper, it is your responsibility to provide security for your guests and allowing the public open access could create security concerns. Many national hotel chains may not be willing to put their flag on a property with this type of public space. The public space is only proposed so the developer can receive the $16 million up front, but what will happen when these operational difficulties present themselves?
In order to gain clarity on the need for additional hotel rooms, the Mayor hired the Hunden Strategic Partners Company to complete a downtown Madison hotel feasibility study. In the original study dated December 2008, it stated that the city should concentrate its efforts on developing a 400-room hotel attached to Monona Terrace at the Madison Municipal building location site. The city was in negotiation with Marcus Hotels and Resorts until recently when Marcus pulled back due to the economy. Subsequently, three other projects emerged onto the scene - the Apex project, Edgewater project, and the Fiore Library/Hotel project. The Mayor again hired Hunden to perform a follow-up study to determine which project the city should invest in. The report, released August 27th 2009, states that the Edgewater is worthy of priority amongst the projects listed above, but the most important project should be the convention hotel proposed by Marcus.
The study also concluded that the Library project hotel portion should not be a city priority at this time. It also states the city has to carefully choose the projects to include and the timing of those projects. The library project should fall below a true convention hotel, the Edgewater project, and a larger full-service project in terms of priority for the city. A few days after the last report was completed, the Mayor decided once again to back the library/hotel project, not following the recommendation from the professionals he hired. In total, the city has paid $50,000 to Hunden for this research which is a waste of taxpayer’s money if the information is not utilized.
The study also points out that the Apex project is probably not feasible because Apex has no experience in developing and operating a hotel. Bob Dunn has made it clear that Hammes will own and manage the Edgewater Hotel. The study does not point out that Hammes also has no experience developing and operating hotels. It is very risky for the city to invest in a developer that has no hotel experience.
This year has been one of the worst years on record for the hotel industry and many luxury hotels are currently in bankruptcy or facing bankruptcy due to the change in corporate and consumer buying habits. Many hotels are choosing to drop their star ranking because of the expense to operate 4 and 5 star hotels. In most areas of the country it will take 5-10 years for average rates to recover to 2008 levels. A hotel which will require a $200 average rate to remain financially feasible is not possible in this market and is a very risky investment for the city of Madison.
We ask that you look at the facts and join us in our fight against Madison putting the average business owner at a competitive disadvantage.
Sincerely,
Tom Ziarnik, General Manager Steve Zanoni, General Manager Kevin Smith, General Manager, Doubletree Madison Hotel Madison Concourse Hotel Madison Marriott West, Jim Davis, General Manager Bill Wehlman, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Campus Inn, Blaze Brigman, General Manager, Hyatt Place
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September Soon Gone, Week Ahead . . . City and County
Not alot going on this week . . . but there's a few things of interest.
Monday, September 28, 2009
4:30 PM COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT ROOM 103A, CCB
- Another crazy Madison idea, stengthened by the state - updating our phosphorus ban.
- Discussing road salt workshop on Oct 20.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
9:30 AM TEAMSTERS LOCAL 695 NEGOTIATIONS MEETING 1314 N. STOUGHTON RD
- I'm intrigued by the fact they are publicly noticing the labor negotiations . . . I hope to make it to one of them, sooner or later . . .
5:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN NEEDS COMMITTEE ... Rm. 310 CCB
- Discussing the living wage
5:00 PM PEDESTRIAN/BICYCLE/MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION ROOM 260, MMB (AFTER 6PM USE DOTY ST ENTRANCE)
- Annual Traffic Signal Priority List
5:30 PM LOW INCOME BUS PASS PROGRAM DETAILS SUBCOMMITTEE ROOM LL-120, MMB
- Discussing defining target customers, eligibility verification, fare types and distribution points.
7:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS-Public Hearing District 35 vacancy ... Stoughton Fire Station, Training Room, 401 East Main St., Stoughton
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
5:00 PM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ROOM 260, MMB
- Update on 2010 budget
- Discussing 2010 workplan
Thursday, October 1, 2009
8:00 AM CONNECTING COMMUNITIES TRANSIT SEMINAR BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) AND TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (TOD) 1625 NORTHPORT DR, COMMUNITY RM 1
7:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS...Rm. 201 CCB
- New District 35 Supervisor
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Monday, September 28, 2009
4:30 PM COMMITTEE ON THE ENVIRONMENT ROOM 103A, CCB
- Another crazy Madison idea, stengthened by the state - updating our phosphorus ban.
- Discussing road salt workshop on Oct 20.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
9:30 AM TEAMSTERS LOCAL 695 NEGOTIATIONS MEETING 1314 N. STOUGHTON RD
- I'm intrigued by the fact they are publicly noticing the labor negotiations . . . I hope to make it to one of them, sooner or later . . .
5:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN NEEDS COMMITTEE ... Rm. 310 CCB
- Discussing the living wage
5:00 PM PEDESTRIAN/BICYCLE/MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION ROOM 260, MMB (AFTER 6PM USE DOTY ST ENTRANCE)
- Annual Traffic Signal Priority List
5:30 PM LOW INCOME BUS PASS PROGRAM DETAILS SUBCOMMITTEE ROOM LL-120, MMB
- Discussing defining target customers, eligibility verification, fare types and distribution points.
7:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS-Public Hearing District 35 vacancy ... Stoughton Fire Station, Training Room, 401 East Main St., Stoughton
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
5:00 PM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ROOM 260, MMB
- Update on 2010 budget
- Discussing 2010 workplan
Thursday, October 1, 2009
8:00 AM CONNECTING COMMUNITIES TRANSIT SEMINAR BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) AND TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (TOD) 1625 NORTHPORT DR, COMMUNITY RM 1
7:00 p.m. DANE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS...Rm. 201 CCB
- New District 35 Supervisor
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Friday, September 25, 2009
City Community Services Funding Shake Up
Even tho everyone is focus on the 2010 budget at the moment, yesterday, the Community Services Committee's subcommittee heard about new staff proposed changes to funding priorities for 2011. While this sounds intriguing to me, I suspect it has multiple unintended consequences that I haven't yet thought of. It's kind of hard to wrap my head around without more detail. And, sadly, if this opens it up for agencies to apply for what they really need . . . I pity the poor volunteers that will have to sort through that. If the Tenant Resource Center really applied for what it needs from the city to meet the priorities outlined, we'd need to quadruple our funding. We need $160,000 (a couple staff people plus overhead and benefits) instead of $40,000 to really provide the services needed. This was sent to agencies last night around 4:30, after many may have left for the day, and it was in a docx format so most probably can't open it on their work computers (who has money to upgrade computers and software and time to train staff on the new stuff? - and did the city finally upgrade?). The public hearing will be next Thursday 7:30 - 9:30am and again 5 - 7 at Warner Park. So about 70 people can testify if they don't take any time to explain anything and just line them up and get going and give them three minutes each. Sounds like fun, eh? I'm going to have trouble explaining why hard working non-profits should spend the time it takes to engage in this for the 2011 budget when we're trying to survive 2009 and not get more cuts at the city and county in 2010. I don't think people will pay too much attention, until they come out with the other part of this, how the dollars will shift from category to category.
INTRODUCTION
Clingan says the change is not meant to be a negative comment about past staff, community members and decisions that were made. He says he initiated the process. We are welcome to blame him if it goes down in flames. Why go through this? He says because the Division isn't doing their job unless reviewing their work and trying to improve it. They have to ask does this reflect the needs of the city, are we using our funds well? He's not looking for change for change sake, chaotic change is not useful. This is an internal project that he worked on with community services staff (Mary, Laura, Monica, Gray, Jolene, Lorri). There were individual and group decisions. Where there was agreement that was great, but there was disagreement. They worked through those changes together. So, it’s not perfect, but pretty darn good. They want to go through it and at some point they will modify or change it. He says these are priorities for next spring and summer and contracts for Jan 2011. Dollars are not included in these changes. They have had discussion about the changes internally, but they have not come up with something they are ready to share.
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Jolene Ibeling explains that Childcare Services is now Children and Families
Slight merger of program 1 & 2. Parent education is the category 2 piece that gets moved.
She reads the goal and says that we may have noticed glaring omission - childcare accreditation and data. These services are required by ordinance so they removed them from this process. They will still put out an RFP (Request for Proposals) but they will make it make it part of the general budget. Also, the data is needed for the staff to do their work and so it makes sent to make it part of the administrative budget.
Highest priority changed a little bit - placed emphasis on full time child care. Want to support employment, not part time preschool services which are important.
Intermediate priority - parent and guardian education added in here. There was some cross over to other categories. They were mostly parenting of young children. Intermediate because recognition of the value of the service.
Lower priorities. Training for staff to serve at risk children for accredited programs and lowest priority is professional development to child care providers, not just accredited programs. They provide basic trainings to get people into the childcare filed, SIDS training and others. Those two services are a less direct services to the population.
SUPPORT TO FAMILIES CATEGORY
Clingan explaings Support to Families as a category goes away. Looking forward and being informed by the past. Not trying to find a home for every agency funded now. They thought that support to families funded agencies will find a home elsewhere.
ADULT WORKFORCE AND PERPAREDNESS AND EMPLOYEMENT
Lorri Wendorff explains jobs are key to maintaining housing and maintaining family relationships. Several programs may be moved from CDBG fundins and given to the Community Services Commission instead. This will cover programs like START and Urban League, MAP and YWCA. Job creation stays with CDBG, others come to Community Services. Multiple barriers is the key. This isn't to replace job center or person working for 30 years and company moved and have skills. This is for folks who have for a long time been out of the work force or never been in the workforce.
High priority - Life skills, how to write a resume to post employment. We can get people jobs, but how do we keep them there. Continuum to maintain full employment. A2 is neighborhood specific - they haven't picked neighborhoods yet.
Intermediate - Education and literacy.
SENIORS
Laura Noel says not much changed, some editing of language, nothing substantive. Priorities are as they stood before, but ranked. Wendorff says that employment priority in seniors and youth and they had a very long debate about that - to decide if seniors and youth should be pulled out.
YOUTH AREA
Mary O'Donnell said this category was really compressed, everything was an A1 priority and no distinction. The things they looked at were the needs in the youth community, low income neighborhoods, research in youth development, city's role and how to integrate a link with the school district since they are a major player and primary service provider. Also, support to families area was divided up into other areas, so added support to middle school and high school kids were added back in. Services to run away homeless youth are now falling into crisis intervention area.
High Priority - after school for middle school youth. In addition to what is here, they will have a required best practice piece for multiple areas. Will have to meet three times a week, geographically accessible, close to schools and [I missed it . . . ] Youth employment will also be linked to schools, high priority because of city's role and recommendations that came out from delinquency enhanced youth gang task force report. New priority is youth court programming. Followed by other two intermediate areas that are broader. Also, parenting component.
CRISIS INTERVENTION, SAFETY AND SUPPORT
Laura Noel explains it was domestic violence and sexual assault. These are immediate response programs that speak to public safety and likely intersect with police. Domestic violence and sexual assault were highest category.
Second priority run away and homeless youth.
Canopy - physical abuse and neglect and Rainbow CBH (children in violent homes) funding also Respite in B1 category.
Lower priority is prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault education
ACCESS TO RESOURCES
Laura Noel explains this used to be community assistance and access. This category is to focus on low income marginalized families. Key indicators is that you are a marginalized population with barriers. That is what kept ringing in their heads.
Highest priority - basic needs
Intermediate - culturally specific services
Clingan says this is really basic services - language, transportation, education, criminal history - things that are needed to get to housing, food, shelter. Potential fixes might be about how to cut through those issues to get to the basic needs.
Committee says it sounds very very broad.
Laura Noel asks if catch all or program one that addresses broad based or endemic set of issues. She says you can come at it from different ways. Specific population or neighborhood area.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area
Goal: Create and sustain healthy neighborhoods by supporting neighborhood facilities that serve lower income individuals and families. Facilities and programs will promote community cohesion, stability, quality services and efforts which enable all residents to participate fully in their neighborhood.
Higher Priority:
A1. Sustain and enhance the operation of neighborhood centers. Centers should be neighborhood focal points that are used by community groups, offer programming relevant to the neighborhood and serve lower income individuals and families.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Support quality programs that serve low income individuals and families by enhancing the opportunities of residents to be informed and participate in decisions about their neighborhoods. Programs may address: leadership development, community mediation, advocacy and neighborhood based problem solving.
Some programs will come over from CDBG - all of the management of core and facility use of neighbohood centers will move - that will happen yet this year in the management of the contracts. Goal and priority language has to meet HUD requirements - some of the HUD money will move.
First priority will to support the facilities - and programs to create better neighborhood. Not support a building, need to have quality programs.
Highest priority is for neighborhood centers. Was second priority.
Lower priority doesn't say planning councils. Political hot potato, so they broke down what they do - so they wrote it that way. May support planning council or an element of their work in an area.
Emerging models may be sought here. Clingan says that he tries to think about them as a division. He says that they are not moving things from office to office but within the office. [Can you say merger?] With this category - it will look like the category exploded - city levy from CDBG and OCS and HUD money.
DISCUSSION
Families and Children
Accreditation and 4c's moves money from the preview of community services commission. Noel says ordinance language committees still have purview to comment or recommend on budget policies etc. Ibeling says that they had a discussion about still soliciting community input and haven't decided how they will do that. Still need opportunity for community to chime in. Cnare asks is they would be 1 yr or 5 year contracts - would they see the bids for the RFP. Clingan says that staff would make a recommendation to Community Services Commission and then goes to council cuz its a contract. They talked about contracting and still in formative stages. Need points in time to evaluate, on the other hand, don't want to create work for provider or staff for no reasons - could be 2 year contract with a roll over. How much? 40K 4c's and accreditation is 225,000 (DCPC, Satellite). Mary asks if they will make it clear these are priorities. Lauren asks why full time childcare? Are people really working full time in this economy. Not enrichment programs or work programs. Ibeling says that other programs are 2 - 3 hours and not five days a week. They don't care if families are there full-time, it’s the program not the users. Not sure what happens to Headstart - might be considered because part of the full-time system. Brown asks about 4K as well. Half time programs that need to be matched - Headstart or 4K half day programs. Need to discuss further.
As a side not they talk about whether they need to put the categories in chronilogical order. Chilcare, Youth, Adult Workforce, Seniors . . .
Adult Workforce
As labor rep Mary loves it. Omega is in B1. Bus pass program in Access category. Alan likes it too. Ripe for partnering and leveraging funds. Real opportunity to link into other programs and agencies to get to same goal. Hopes it will be the approach. Cnare wants neighborhood indicators project to decide which neighborhoods. Joann concerned that B1 is second. Some of these multiple barriers are lack of formal education -might be primary barrier. Cart before the horse? Assumes they have the other skills or documentation. Clingan says you could spend a bazillion dollars in this category - what they were trying to do was address populations that don't have funding streams attached to them. Vocational school, education and training - tech schools fund GEDs - so given the money they have, how do they target is the question. There is some questions about if MUM is funded - they are no. START is the trades program. Wendorff says A1 & 2 don't preclude GED assistance.
Seniors
Mary asked under 2A if its volunteer based what do they spend the money on? Recruitment, organizing, etc is what they pay for - the overhead to do this. Should the add a seat on the committee to represent school district?
Youth
Vetted to school district or MTI? They did have discussions with MMSD - our dollar amount is small and intent is not to fill in gaps because of state budget issues or turn the keys over to the car but if there are ways to cooperate and build a better mousetrap, they were open to it. They also talked to MSCR as well. Doesn't impact teachers contracts. Open Leopold to the community at night is the type of ideas they are looking at. No conversations with private schools. There is an issue with school boundaries, MMSD doesn't cover all of the city. They ask about home schoolers because they are an active group. Public vs church funded dollars - strong feelings from a couple members. Summer programs are in non-school hours instead of after school, evenings and weekends could be included too. A2 - recent immigrant community - youth needs to target job placement for latino youth - wants to make sure they don't feel unwelcome. Cligan says trying to create language to create a lens to view the priorities through. But didn't want to make it exclusive - emphasis but not exclusive. Staff says they can work that into best practices.
Crisis Intervention
Sexual assault and domestic abuse, not one more important than the other. They wanted to make sure abuse was not interpreted as AODA services.
ACCESS to resources
Lauren asks if this duplicates 211. How is this different or is it supportive. It is explained that 211 is information and referral and assumes you know about them, have a phone and hearing about a service will help you access it. This is access not information and outreach, services to get people there, working with people on one on one basis. Telling people about their rights - also thinking about the outcome - what will we be measuring. Outcomes might we the person engaged in service, got the paperwork done, etc. Clingan says it might be food stamps obtained, health care initiatives that people don't access. Not just telling them there are dots, but connecting them. A1 is individuals, B1 is group focused.
Neighborhoods
Someone asked if Grassroots Leadership College is included. It's in B-1.
At this point, they started to address the timeline, but I had to leave. However, I did inform them of the poor timing on the issue. Feedback I got after the meeting was it was ok because the last public hearing was after the budget - I don't think that's good enough. Here's the timeline . . .
INTRODUCTION
Clingan says the change is not meant to be a negative comment about past staff, community members and decisions that were made. He says he initiated the process. We are welcome to blame him if it goes down in flames. Why go through this? He says because the Division isn't doing their job unless reviewing their work and trying to improve it. They have to ask does this reflect the needs of the city, are we using our funds well? He's not looking for change for change sake, chaotic change is not useful. This is an internal project that he worked on with community services staff (Mary, Laura, Monica, Gray, Jolene, Lorri). There were individual and group decisions. Where there was agreement that was great, but there was disagreement. They worked through those changes together. So, it’s not perfect, but pretty darn good. They want to go through it and at some point they will modify or change it. He says these are priorities for next spring and summer and contracts for Jan 2011. Dollars are not included in these changes. They have had discussion about the changes internally, but they have not come up with something they are ready to share.
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area.
Goal: Ensure that children and their families have access to high quality, affordable child care. Assist and educate parents/guardians, child care providers and the community to prepare Madison’s children for optimal growth and development.
High Priority:
A. Provide for the availability of affordable, stable, quality full-time child care and/or elementary school-age care for low-income children.
Intermediate Priority:
B. Provide low-income parents/guardians education and resources to raise successful healthy children.
Lower Priority:
C1. Provide specialized training and consultation services for City of Madison accredited programs that strengthen the ability of child care staff to serve at-risk children.
C2. Provide professional development opportunities that improve the quality of child care in the City of Madison.
Remove family child care accreditation and 4-C as “essential service” and put them in the Division Administrative Budget.
Jolene Ibeling explains that Childcare Services is now Children and Families
Slight merger of program 1 & 2. Parent education is the category 2 piece that gets moved.
She reads the goal and says that we may have noticed glaring omission - childcare accreditation and data. These services are required by ordinance so they removed them from this process. They will still put out an RFP (Request for Proposals) but they will make it make it part of the general budget. Also, the data is needed for the staff to do their work and so it makes sent to make it part of the administrative budget.
Highest priority changed a little bit - placed emphasis on full time child care. Want to support employment, not part time preschool services which are important.
Intermediate priority - parent and guardian education added in here. There was some cross over to other categories. They were mostly parenting of young children. Intermediate because recognition of the value of the service.
Lower priorities. Training for staff to serve at risk children for accredited programs and lowest priority is professional development to child care providers, not just accredited programs. They provide basic trainings to get people into the childcare filed, SIDS training and others. Those two services are a less direct services to the population.
SUPPORT TO FAMILIES CATEGORY
Clingan explaings Support to Families as a category goes away. Looking forward and being informed by the past. Not trying to find a home for every agency funded now. They thought that support to families funded agencies will find a home elsewhere.
ADULT WORKFORCE AND PERPAREDNESS AND EMPLOYEMENT
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area.
Goal: Improve the opportunities for economic stability for residents encountering multiple barriers to employment including: criminal background and/or associations, language barriers, long-term poverty, lack of skills and/or formal education.
High Priority:
A1. Provide community-wide services which develop life skills, vocational/career guidance, pre-employment and post-employment services and support for residents to successfully maintain full employment.
A2. Provide neighborhood-based services that develop life skills, vocational/career guidance, pre-employment and post-employment services and support low-income residents to successfully maintain full employment. The City of Madison will identify the specific challenged neighborhoods where services will be offered using data tools like the Neighborhood Indicators.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Provide services to Madison residents that provide education and literacy proficiency to acquire, maintain or improve their opportunity for full employment.
Lorri Wendorff explains jobs are key to maintaining housing and maintaining family relationships. Several programs may be moved from CDBG fundins and given to the Community Services Commission instead. This will cover programs like START and Urban League, MAP and YWCA. Job creation stays with CDBG, others come to Community Services. Multiple barriers is the key. This isn't to replace job center or person working for 30 years and company moved and have skills. This is for folks who have for a long time been out of the work force or never been in the workforce.
High priority - Life skills, how to write a resume to post employment. We can get people jobs, but how do we keep them there. Continuum to maintain full employment. A2 is neighborhood specific - they haven't picked neighborhoods yet.
Intermediate - Education and literacy.
SENIORS
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area.
Goal: Help seniors live as independently as possible, maintain/improve seniors’ health and well-being, and reduce seniors’ isolation.
High Priority:
A1. Provide case management activities that connect seniors to services.
A2. Provide volunteer-based home chore services that help seniors remain in their homes.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Support focal point agencies (Senior Coalitions) that provide information, referral and education services to seniors.
B2. Provide recreational, educational, social, health, cross-cultural and multi-generational activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Lower Priority:
C1. Provide services that overcome employment barriers.
Laura Noel says not much changed, some editing of language, nothing substantive. Priorities are as they stood before, but ranked. Wendorff says that employment priority in seniors and youth and they had a very long debate about that - to decide if seniors and youth should be pulled out.
YOUTH AREA
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area.
Goal: Support youth to become successful members of their families, school and communities through collaboration with the public school system and other key stakeholders.
High Priority:
A1. Provide high-quality programs for low-income middle school youth that complement in-school learning and development during non-school hours.
A2. Provide life skills, vocational/career guidance, pre/post-employment support and job placement for low-income youth.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Provide opportunities for juveniles who commit municipal violations to receive alternative sanctions from a peer youth court.
B2. Provide opportunities for positive community engagement for youth at-risk of involvement in the criminal justice system.
B3. Provide culturally or gender specific programs for vulnerable youth that promote positive youth development.
Lower Priority:
C1. Provide low-income parents/guardians education, skills and resources to raise successful youth.
Mary O'Donnell said this category was really compressed, everything was an A1 priority and no distinction. The things they looked at were the needs in the youth community, low income neighborhoods, research in youth development, city's role and how to integrate a link with the school district since they are a major player and primary service provider. Also, support to families area was divided up into other areas, so added support to middle school and high school kids were added back in. Services to run away homeless youth are now falling into crisis intervention area.
High Priority - after school for middle school youth. In addition to what is here, they will have a required best practice piece for multiple areas. Will have to meet three times a week, geographically accessible, close to schools and [I missed it . . . ] Youth employment will also be linked to schools, high priority because of city's role and recommendations that came out from delinquency enhanced youth gang task force report. New priority is youth court programming. Followed by other two intermediate areas that are broader. Also, parenting component.
CRISIS INTERVENTION, SAFETY AND SUPPORT
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area.
Goal: Provide crisis intervention and supportive services for victims of sexual assault, victims of domestic violence and families in crisis.
High Priority:
A1. Provide immediate direct services for victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.
A2. Provide immediate direct services for runaway and homeless youth.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Provide immediate support services for the prevention of abuse and neglect.
B2. Provide assessment, referral and short-term services for children/youth who have experienced family violence.
Lower Priority:
C1. Provide education for the prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Laura Noel explains it was domestic violence and sexual assault. These are immediate response programs that speak to public safety and likely intersect with police. Domestic violence and sexual assault were highest category.
Second priority run away and homeless youth.
Canopy - physical abuse and neglect and Rainbow CBH (children in violent homes) funding also Respite in B1 category.
Lower priority is prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault education
ACCESS TO RESOURCES
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area
Goal: Provide access to resources that increase self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life for the community’s most vulnerable individuals.
High Priority:
A1. Improve access to services that meet basic needs for low-income and marginalized groups.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Provide culturally specific or targeted supportive services to members of low-income and marginalized groups that increase participation in community life.
These services may be targeted to serve a specific population, or a geographic area.
Laura Noel explains this used to be community assistance and access. This category is to focus on low income marginalized families. Key indicators is that you are a marginalized population with barriers. That is what kept ringing in their heads.
Highest priority - basic needs
Intermediate - culturally specific services
Clingan says this is really basic services - language, transportation, education, criminal history - things that are needed to get to housing, food, shelter. Potential fixes might be about how to cut through those issues to get to the basic needs.
Committee says it sounds very very broad.
Laura Noel asks if catch all or program one that addresses broad based or endemic set of issues. She says you can come at it from different ways. Specific population or neighborhood area.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Services listed below are in priority order within each goal area
Goal: Create and sustain healthy neighborhoods by supporting neighborhood facilities that serve lower income individuals and families. Facilities and programs will promote community cohesion, stability, quality services and efforts which enable all residents to participate fully in their neighborhood.
Higher Priority:
A1. Sustain and enhance the operation of neighborhood centers. Centers should be neighborhood focal points that are used by community groups, offer programming relevant to the neighborhood and serve lower income individuals and families.
Intermediate Priority:
B1. Support quality programs that serve low income individuals and families by enhancing the opportunities of residents to be informed and participate in decisions about their neighborhoods. Programs may address: leadership development, community mediation, advocacy and neighborhood based problem solving.
Some programs will come over from CDBG - all of the management of core and facility use of neighbohood centers will move - that will happen yet this year in the management of the contracts. Goal and priority language has to meet HUD requirements - some of the HUD money will move.
First priority will to support the facilities - and programs to create better neighborhood. Not support a building, need to have quality programs.
Highest priority is for neighborhood centers. Was second priority.
Lower priority doesn't say planning councils. Political hot potato, so they broke down what they do - so they wrote it that way. May support planning council or an element of their work in an area.
Emerging models may be sought here. Clingan says that he tries to think about them as a division. He says that they are not moving things from office to office but within the office. [Can you say merger?] With this category - it will look like the category exploded - city levy from CDBG and OCS and HUD money.
DISCUSSION
Families and Children
Accreditation and 4c's moves money from the preview of community services commission. Noel says ordinance language committees still have purview to comment or recommend on budget policies etc. Ibeling says that they had a discussion about still soliciting community input and haven't decided how they will do that. Still need opportunity for community to chime in. Cnare asks is they would be 1 yr or 5 year contracts - would they see the bids for the RFP. Clingan says that staff would make a recommendation to Community Services Commission and then goes to council cuz its a contract. They talked about contracting and still in formative stages. Need points in time to evaluate, on the other hand, don't want to create work for provider or staff for no reasons - could be 2 year contract with a roll over. How much? 40K 4c's and accreditation is 225,000 (DCPC, Satellite). Mary asks if they will make it clear these are priorities. Lauren asks why full time childcare? Are people really working full time in this economy. Not enrichment programs or work programs. Ibeling says that other programs are 2 - 3 hours and not five days a week. They don't care if families are there full-time, it’s the program not the users. Not sure what happens to Headstart - might be considered because part of the full-time system. Brown asks about 4K as well. Half time programs that need to be matched - Headstart or 4K half day programs. Need to discuss further.
As a side not they talk about whether they need to put the categories in chronilogical order. Chilcare, Youth, Adult Workforce, Seniors . . .
Adult Workforce
As labor rep Mary loves it. Omega is in B1. Bus pass program in Access category. Alan likes it too. Ripe for partnering and leveraging funds. Real opportunity to link into other programs and agencies to get to same goal. Hopes it will be the approach. Cnare wants neighborhood indicators project to decide which neighborhoods. Joann concerned that B1 is second. Some of these multiple barriers are lack of formal education -might be primary barrier. Cart before the horse? Assumes they have the other skills or documentation. Clingan says you could spend a bazillion dollars in this category - what they were trying to do was address populations that don't have funding streams attached to them. Vocational school, education and training - tech schools fund GEDs - so given the money they have, how do they target is the question. There is some questions about if MUM is funded - they are no. START is the trades program. Wendorff says A1 & 2 don't preclude GED assistance.
Seniors
Mary asked under 2A if its volunteer based what do they spend the money on? Recruitment, organizing, etc is what they pay for - the overhead to do this. Should the add a seat on the committee to represent school district?
Youth
Vetted to school district or MTI? They did have discussions with MMSD - our dollar amount is small and intent is not to fill in gaps because of state budget issues or turn the keys over to the car but if there are ways to cooperate and build a better mousetrap, they were open to it. They also talked to MSCR as well. Doesn't impact teachers contracts. Open Leopold to the community at night is the type of ideas they are looking at. No conversations with private schools. There is an issue with school boundaries, MMSD doesn't cover all of the city. They ask about home schoolers because they are an active group. Public vs church funded dollars - strong feelings from a couple members. Summer programs are in non-school hours instead of after school, evenings and weekends could be included too. A2 - recent immigrant community - youth needs to target job placement for latino youth - wants to make sure they don't feel unwelcome. Cligan says trying to create language to create a lens to view the priorities through. But didn't want to make it exclusive - emphasis but not exclusive. Staff says they can work that into best practices.
Crisis Intervention
Sexual assault and domestic abuse, not one more important than the other. They wanted to make sure abuse was not interpreted as AODA services.
ACCESS to resources
Lauren asks if this duplicates 211. How is this different or is it supportive. It is explained that 211 is information and referral and assumes you know about them, have a phone and hearing about a service will help you access it. This is access not information and outreach, services to get people there, working with people on one on one basis. Telling people about their rights - also thinking about the outcome - what will we be measuring. Outcomes might we the person engaged in service, got the paperwork done, etc. Clingan says it might be food stamps obtained, health care initiatives that people don't access. Not just telling them there are dots, but connecting them. A1 is individuals, B1 is group focused.
Neighborhoods
Someone asked if Grassroots Leadership College is included. It's in B-1.
At this point, they started to address the timeline, but I had to leave. However, I did inform them of the poor timing on the issue. Feedback I got after the meeting was it was ok because the last public hearing was after the budget - I don't think that's good enough. Here's the timeline . . .
2009Read more!
Sept 10 Final review of application, staff summary and best practice formats—7:30 am, MMB Room 303
Sept 17 Staff Recommendations for Program Area Goals and Priority Draft Finished
Sept 22 OCS staff will publish agenda for Funding Process Subcommittee meeting on 9/24, with Recommendation document as attachment. Staff will distribute recommendations by email to POS agencies and stakeholders along with a schedule of public hearings
Sept 24 Staff will present recommendations re: Program Areas, Goals & Priorities to the Funding Process Subcommittee—7:30 am, MMB Room 303
Oct 1 The Community Development Division will present Draft Program Areas, Goals and Priorities in two public settings (AM and PM) and listen to POS agencies and stakeholders concerns. Subcommittee members and other committees are encouraged to attend. Funding Process Subcommittee meeting will follow evening presentation.—Labor Temple from 7:30 – 9:30 am and 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Oct 8 Funding Process Subcommittee completes Draft Program Areas, Goals & Priorities—7:30 am, MMB Room 303
Oct 14 CSC Meeting: CSC receives and reviews draft of Program Areas, Goals & Priorities. CSC sends Draft Program Areas, Goals & Priorities to ECCEC and SCAC for review and recommendations—5:35pm Water Utility, 119 E. Olin Avenue
Oct 21 ECCEC and SCAC meet and complete their recommendations re: Draft Program Area Goals and Priorities
Oct 22 Funding Process Subcommittee meeting (only if necessary)—7:30am MMB Room 303
Oct 23 ECCEC and SCAC recommendations to OCS for inclusion in CSC agenda to be posted Monday 10/26
Oct 28 CSC meeting (Second meeting of Month) CSC will finalize draft recommendations for publication—5:35pm Water Utility, 119 E. Olin Avenue
October 30 Draft recommendations published and sent to POS agencies and Stakeholder list.
Nov 16 CSC Public Meeting on Draft Program Areas, Goals & Priorities—5:35pm Location TBA
Nov 18 CSC Public Meeting on Draft Program Areas, Goals & Priorities and CSC meeting finalizing recommendations on Program Areas, Goals & Priorities—5:35pm Location TBA
Nov 18- Dec 9 Time allowed for extra meetings if needed.
Dec. 9 CSC Meeting. Deadline for CSC to finalize recommendations for Program Areas, Goals & Priorities—5:35pm Location TBA
2010
Jan –
Feb Any Council action, application and reporting frameworks finalized through staff and Subcommittee work (This work will also be coordinated with CDBG process and application.)
Mar 24 Program Areas, Goals & Priorities and Application Published
Application workshops will be scheduled) (Tentative Date)
May 7 Applications Due – 12 noon
(Tentative Date)
May Staff reviews applications and prepares reports to the CSC, ECCEC and SCAC
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Did You Lose WYOU?
Or will you? If the station doesn't find funding, it could disappear for good!
WYOU MOVED! SEE CHANNEL 95 OR 991 OR VIDEO STREAMING
Remember channel 4? That station that used to be there when you turned on your VCR that would suck you in with video of the Willy St. Fair or Laborfest some local band that you recognized or Cooking with Bob? In all the HDTV upgrades and restructuring, it moved to channel 95 or 991. Or you can actually watch WYOU live streaming on your computer. If you can't find it on your tv, you need to call the cable company and have something reset. (Nice technical explanation, eh?) To find out what to do, contact the station (258-9644 or info@wyou.com) or just call the cable company and tell them you can't get to those channels. That's right Democracy Now! Grit TV and all your favorite local shows can be found there, but check the new schedule, some of the shows have switched times! To read more about the shows, check out them outhere. Or go to wyou.com and check out the video supporting local non-profits, the Ride the Drive video or volunteer testimonials. Don't like what you see? It's your station! Get involved . . . take a class and start your own show or help with one!
So, besides moving the channel and the new programming schedule, there is something else very important going on!
VIDEO COMPETITION ACT DEFUNDS PUBLIC ACCESS AND GOVERNMENT TELEVISION
Due to actions at the state legislature, PEG funding for WYOU is going away in 2011. "PEG" is Public, Government and Education funding that WYOU receives from Charter Cable TV subscribers via a franchise fee administered by the City of Madison (about $140,000). Wisconsin's Act 42 (known as the "video competition act") was passed in December, 2007 and it will eliminate Charter's requirement to pay the franchise fee to the city and, as a result, the PEG funding will cease for WYOU, Madison's City Channel and, for that matter, all public access, education and government across Wisconsin. This was discussed during the budget meetings on Tuesday night, because there will no longer be a fund to buy equipment for City Channel 98.
MAYOR JUMPS THE GUN, SAID HE'D REMOVE FUNDING EARLY?
Mayor Cieslewicz has told WYOU that in 2010, they will be receiving half of the funding as they have in the past, in order to prepare for 2011. So, even tho the city is getting the money, it is not making it to WYOU unless the Mayor of Council changes it's mind. Hopefully they will with all the new changes going on at the station and the great new Executive Director. Additionally, rumor has it, there may be some legislation introduced restore the PEG funding requirement and the money won't disappear at all if we're lucky! So removing the funding now is premature.
HOW BAD IS IT? (We're in critical condition!)
Meanwhile, if they can't get a major portion of that funding restored, they'll be out of business by the end of next year at best, at worst . . . they could have to start shutting down in the spring. While the staff and board have been working hard to find new sources of funding, it is a slow process in a bad economy. We (I say we cuz one of the first things I did after losing my re-election was join their board) think we have a viable plan, but we need your support to help us accomplish it and give it time to work!
DONATE NOW, OR TOMORROW!
Sometimes you don't know what you've got until it is gone . . . lets not let that happen to WYOU!! It's OUR public access television station . . . and its ours to lose if we don't act now! With the mainstream media in crisis, it is more important than ever that we maintain this valuable resource for our community. And the situation has never been more dire. That's why I'm hosting a house party on Friday, September 25th from 5 - 7 at my house (30 N Hancock St), yes, adult beverages served! If you can't make it, you could donate right now!
PLEASE STAND BY
And, when the time comes, we may need you to contact your legislature to get the PEG funding restored or the Mayor and Council to get the money you pay for in your cable bill that should be coming to the station for 2010. That is, unless the Mayor changes his mind - I'm foolish enough to hope he might! We'll find out October 6th.
Read more!
WYOU MOVED! SEE CHANNEL 95 OR 991 OR VIDEO STREAMING
Remember channel 4? That station that used to be there when you turned on your VCR that would suck you in with video of the Willy St. Fair or Laborfest some local band that you recognized or Cooking with Bob? In all the HDTV upgrades and restructuring, it moved to channel 95 or 991. Or you can actually watch WYOU live streaming on your computer. If you can't find it on your tv, you need to call the cable company and have something reset. (Nice technical explanation, eh?) To find out what to do, contact the station (258-9644 or info@wyou.com) or just call the cable company and tell them you can't get to those channels. That's right Democracy Now! Grit TV and all your favorite local shows can be found there, but check the new schedule, some of the shows have switched times! To read more about the shows, check out them outhere. Or go to wyou.com and check out the video supporting local non-profits, the Ride the Drive video or volunteer testimonials. Don't like what you see? It's your station! Get involved . . . take a class and start your own show or help with one!
So, besides moving the channel and the new programming schedule, there is something else very important going on!
VIDEO COMPETITION ACT DEFUNDS PUBLIC ACCESS AND GOVERNMENT TELEVISION
Due to actions at the state legislature, PEG funding for WYOU is going away in 2011. "PEG" is Public, Government and Education funding that WYOU receives from Charter Cable TV subscribers via a franchise fee administered by the City of Madison (about $140,000). Wisconsin's Act 42 (known as the "video competition act") was passed in December, 2007 and it will eliminate Charter's requirement to pay the franchise fee to the city and, as a result, the PEG funding will cease for WYOU, Madison's City Channel and, for that matter, all public access, education and government across Wisconsin. This was discussed during the budget meetings on Tuesday night, because there will no longer be a fund to buy equipment for City Channel 98.
MAYOR JUMPS THE GUN, SAID HE'D REMOVE FUNDING EARLY?
Mayor Cieslewicz has told WYOU that in 2010, they will be receiving half of the funding as they have in the past, in order to prepare for 2011. So, even tho the city is getting the money, it is not making it to WYOU unless the Mayor of Council changes it's mind. Hopefully they will with all the new changes going on at the station and the great new Executive Director. Additionally, rumor has it, there may be some legislation introduced restore the PEG funding requirement and the money won't disappear at all if we're lucky! So removing the funding now is premature.
HOW BAD IS IT? (We're in critical condition!)
Meanwhile, if they can't get a major portion of that funding restored, they'll be out of business by the end of next year at best, at worst . . . they could have to start shutting down in the spring. While the staff and board have been working hard to find new sources of funding, it is a slow process in a bad economy. We (I say we cuz one of the first things I did after losing my re-election was join their board) think we have a viable plan, but we need your support to help us accomplish it and give it time to work!
DONATE NOW, OR TOMORROW!
Sometimes you don't know what you've got until it is gone . . . lets not let that happen to WYOU!! It's OUR public access television station . . . and its ours to lose if we don't act now! With the mainstream media in crisis, it is more important than ever that we maintain this valuable resource for our community. And the situation has never been more dire. That's why I'm hosting a house party on Friday, September 25th from 5 - 7 at my house (30 N Hancock St), yes, adult beverages served! If you can't make it, you could donate right now!
PLEASE STAND BY
And, when the time comes, we may need you to contact your legislature to get the PEG funding restored or the Mayor and Council to get the money you pay for in your cable bill that should be coming to the station for 2010. That is, unless the Mayor changes his mind - I'm foolish enough to hope he might! We'll find out October 6th.
Read more!
Ooooooooo Doggie! Another Round Up!
Downtown development/Apex, police wasting money, media hysteria, alders looking for input, Madison other Statue of Liberty, Badger Herald fact check . . .
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT, EVERYONE HAS AN OPINION, SOME THOUGHTFUL
Emily Mills shares her thoughtful comments about the Apex development and the surrounding neighborhood. Paul Soglin, in contrast, just seems angry . . . and bitter. He just spouted off a bunch of general statements in his blog. Bizarre. Which is exactly how he acted at the Apex presentation as well. Angry and bursting out loud, out of turn, when something was said he didn't like. Pssst, Paul, the pink flamingo issue was over with a few weeks ago. His other post is just dishonest. The concern about the towers was the air and light surrounding the buildings and canyon affect created by the towers - the woman used Boston as an example. Frank Lloyd Wright's tower respected that. In fact, the photo makes the woman's point.
By the way, the neighborhood blog has a new post with more information about the presentation. Thanks to Erik Paulson for doing this!
SERIOUSLY, THEY'RE STILL DOING THIS?
Isn't the city in tough economic times, pinching every penny, cutting back on unnecessary costs, yadda, yadda, yadda? So why are they still doing this citizen's academy? Maybe if they cut this they wouldn't need more money for that unexpected Halloween event that sneaks up on them every year.
Also, while I enjoy reading Dusty's stuff, I was also surprised to see the whole writing be essentially a police press release.
Last year, I asked how much money this cost. I didn't get a bottom line dollar amount, but this is what I got:
OH, NEVERMIND
Emergency crews remain on the scene! Girl shot on Allied Drive! . . . Or, um, er . . . turns out it's a "very minor non-penetrating wound". You wouldn't know it from the original headlines tho. Why was this even news? (Covered by Channel 3 and WSJ too.)
DID YOU EVER NOTICE . . .
Alders rarely hold listening sessions or go out to the community to get the public's opinion . . . except at budget time. Skidmore, King and County Supervirors Hampton and Hesselbein other did their underwhelmingly attended session on public safety Sunday night. Now Cnare, Palm, Compton and Clausius are doing their library meeting. Cuz, there just aren't enough meetings being held about the library.
September 21 – Hawthorne – 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
September 22 – Lakeview – 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.
September 23 – Alicia Ashman – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
September 25 – Pinney – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
September 28 – Sequoya – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Of course, they didn't let people know about these meetings and the alders couldn't make the first two because they were at budget meetings. So, maybe the alders aren't too off base taking that one into their own hands.
THERE'S A STATUTE OF LIBERTY AT WARNER PARK?
I didn't realize this meeting came up so soon! Missed it!
BADGER HERALD FACT CHECK
Oh dear, should I ask for a correction? What would be the point? Let me just say, this statement is untrue. "First, a landlord does not have the right to enter your apartment without your permission." That wasn't at all what I said. Landlord doesn't have the right to enter your apartment without 24 hours notice in Madison and Fitchburg or 12 hours in the rest of the state. And in Madison, if they are entering your apartment to show it, they can't give you a notice for more than 3 days for more than 3 hours at a time. This has been the law since the 1980's and I've been telling people about it since 1991 - I'm pretty sure I didn't get that wrong. More info on landlord entry here.
I think I only read two articles in the Badger Herald this week (because I had to for work) and both contained errors. The other was the one I mentioned on Tuesday where they said the Student Tenant Resource Center never got SSFC funding when it did for a little over 10 years since the 1990s. And I didn't even point out that the group applying for SSFC funding is the Student Tenant Union, and they are seeking their 3rd year of funding, but had funding back in 1969.
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DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT, EVERYONE HAS AN OPINION, SOME THOUGHTFUL
Emily Mills shares her thoughtful comments about the Apex development and the surrounding neighborhood. Paul Soglin, in contrast, just seems angry . . . and bitter. He just spouted off a bunch of general statements in his blog. Bizarre. Which is exactly how he acted at the Apex presentation as well. Angry and bursting out loud, out of turn, when something was said he didn't like. Pssst, Paul, the pink flamingo issue was over with a few weeks ago. His other post is just dishonest. The concern about the towers was the air and light surrounding the buildings and canyon affect created by the towers - the woman used Boston as an example. Frank Lloyd Wright's tower respected that. In fact, the photo makes the woman's point.
By the way, the neighborhood blog has a new post with more information about the presentation. Thanks to Erik Paulson for doing this!
SERIOUSLY, THEY'RE STILL DOING THIS?
Isn't the city in tough economic times, pinching every penny, cutting back on unnecessary costs, yadda, yadda, yadda? So why are they still doing this citizen's academy? Maybe if they cut this they wouldn't need more money for that unexpected Halloween event that sneaks up on them every year.
Also, while I enjoy reading Dusty's stuff, I was also surprised to see the whole writing be essentially a police press release.
Last year, I asked how much money this cost. I didn't get a bottom line dollar amount, but this is what I got:
Here's the information I received from Police. They budget $500 for supplies and use a free facility. There is usually no overtime involved. Most of the sessions are repeats from previous years, so there is not a lot of prep time needed. There may be some minimal time used during the workday to set up the session. There are a total of 27 class hours with about 40.5 hours of staff time as detailed below. If they use the Range, there are also several officers available due to safety concerns.Here's one explanation of why they do this . . .
Chief - 1 hour (1/2 hour opening and 1/2 hour closing)
Lt. - 4 hours
Officers - 26 hours
Sgt. - 2.5 hours
Det. - 4 hours
Investigator - 3 hours
I recently received information on the City of Madison Police Department's upcoming citizen's academy. The goal of this academy is to expose participants to subject matter relating to the duties and responsibilities of police officers. This year's academy will run from late January through mid-March on Wednesday evenings.Do we really need to be doing this at this time? Don't the police have better things to do?
I can get you information on attending this if you are interested. There is an application, a waiver to sign, and must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation by a current PO (which I would gladly do for you) and you must go through a background check if you are interested. Applications will be reviewed, and the class will be selected from those applications.
The academy is designed to be a "hands on" course. It is desigend to give the public a working knowledge and understanding of the values, goals, objectives, and operation of the MPD. Course topics include computer crimes, forensics, drugs and gangs, legal updates, officer involved shootings, use of force decision making (including firing a weapon, interactive video scenario machines, and Defense and Arrest Tactics), OWI and traffic enforcement, K-9's, crime scene investigations, and domestic preparedness. It is NOT designed or intended to be a pre-cursor to a law enforcement career, but rather designed to produce informed decisions.
If you are interested in this or if you would like more information on this, let me know!
OH, NEVERMIND
Emergency crews remain on the scene! Girl shot on Allied Drive! . . . Or, um, er . . . turns out it's a "very minor non-penetrating wound". You wouldn't know it from the original headlines tho. Why was this even news? (Covered by Channel 3 and WSJ too.)
DID YOU EVER NOTICE . . .
Alders rarely hold listening sessions or go out to the community to get the public's opinion . . . except at budget time. Skidmore, King and County Supervirors Hampton and Hesselbein other did their underwhelmingly attended session on public safety Sunday night. Now Cnare, Palm, Compton and Clausius are doing their library meeting. Cuz, there just aren't enough meetings being held about the library.
September 21 – Hawthorne – 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
September 22 – Lakeview – 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.
September 23 – Alicia Ashman – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
September 25 – Pinney – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
September 28 – Sequoya – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Of course, they didn't let people know about these meetings and the alders couldn't make the first two because they were at budget meetings. So, maybe the alders aren't too off base taking that one into their own hands.
THERE'S A STATUTE OF LIBERTY AT WARNER PARK?
I didn't realize this meeting came up so soon! Missed it!
Community Meeting to Discuss Statue of LibertyTurns out, on Tuesday night during the budget meetings, the Mayor interrupted the Art Coordinator to find out about the Statue of Liberty that is in the park. As Karin Wolf explained, it was a project of the Boy Scouts in the 1950's to place these Statues of Liberty in cities throughout the nation. I wonder what the neighbors had to say last night?
Wednesday, September 23, 2009 7:00pm
Warner Park Community Center
1625 Northport Dr Madison, WI 53704-2300
BADGER HERALD FACT CHECK
Oh dear, should I ask for a correction? What would be the point? Let me just say, this statement is untrue. "First, a landlord does not have the right to enter your apartment without your permission." That wasn't at all what I said. Landlord doesn't have the right to enter your apartment without 24 hours notice in Madison and Fitchburg or 12 hours in the rest of the state. And in Madison, if they are entering your apartment to show it, they can't give you a notice for more than 3 days for more than 3 hours at a time. This has been the law since the 1980's and I've been telling people about it since 1991 - I'm pretty sure I didn't get that wrong. More info on landlord entry here.
I think I only read two articles in the Badger Herald this week (because I had to for work) and both contained errors. The other was the one I mentioned on Tuesday where they said the Student Tenant Resource Center never got SSFC funding when it did for a little over 10 years since the 1990s. And I didn't even point out that the group applying for SSFC funding is the Student Tenant Union, and they are seeking their 3rd year of funding, but had funding back in 1969.
Read more!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Historic James Madison Park Neighborhood - The List
Given Joe Tarr quoted my comments about the historic context of the neighborhood surrounding the Lamp House, I thought I'd share the historic context of the approximately dozen city blocks between the Blair Street and the Capital on the North side of East Washington Ave. I did this research for the Old Market Place Neighborhood Association several years ago (late 90s or early 2000) and since then, the name of the neighborhood has changed to James Madison Park Neighborhood and several of the houses on this list have been demolished. I noted the ones I spotted. Anyways, for what it is worth, I looked all these houses up in the Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory. These are the homes listed in that inventory and the names of most of them. I'm still working on updating this list and may have more information at a later date.
300 E Gorham 1863 Shaare Shomain Synagogue (Gates of Heaven)
505 E Gorham 1877 H.L. Foster House
509 E Gorham 1876 Charles Bernard Jr House
513 E Gorham Mrs. H Bodenius and Mrs. Alice H Vaas House
515 E Gorham 1908 Dr. Thomas Gibbs and Hannah Murray House
501-503 E Gorham 1907 Charles and Lucia Fleming Apartment
305 E Johnson 1892 William J and Elizabeth oakey Residence
317 E Johnson 1891 A. N. Fjeld
319 E Johnson 1891 Andrew ; Karen Fjeld Residence
323 E Johnson 1914 R. A. Fjeld
324 E Johnson 1867 William Manning House (Demolished) -Only a picture of the door available
506 E Johnson 1872
512 E Johnson 1872
515 E Johnson 1877 J. J. Van Kenlen/Patrick & Bridget Conlin House
518 E Johnson 1877 John Leyden House
16 E Mifflin 1917 Strand Theatre
18 E Mifflin 1888 Joseph Hausmann Building
20 E Mifflin 1885 Edward Sharp building
22 E Mifflin 1885 James Gallagher building
24 E Mifflin 1863 Madison Mutual Insurance Company
101 E Mifflin 1923 Belmont Hotel
201 E Mifflin 1887 Livermore House , Winslow O and Jeanette (Proposed to be demolished)
219 E Mifflin 1892 (Proposed to be demolished)
223 E Mifflin 1897 Matthias and Anna Statz House (Proposed to be demolished)
310 E Mifflin 1926 A. J. McCann Apartment Building
311 E Mifflin 1855 (Demolished)
314 E Mifflin 1857 A. H. Campbell House (Demolished)
318 E Mifflin 1854 A. Noyes House
322 E Mifflin 1900 Anton Hebel House
402 E Mifflin 1922 Swedish Lutheran Gloria Dei Church
516 E Mifflin 1919 A. L. Weaver Commercial Building
520 E Mifflin 1940 Free Methodist Church
521 E Mifflin 1855
525 E Mifflin
112-114 E Mifflin 1907 A. H. Holister
117 - 119 E Mifflin 1869 H.H. Giles Commercial Building
121-127 E Mifflin 1924 Capital Hill Apts and German Meth Episco
313-315 E Mifflin 1898
206 E Washington 1908
302 E Washington 1927 Capital Times Newspaper Plant
310 E Washington 1857 J. B. Bowen House
322 E Washington 1905 St. John's Lutheran Church
402 E Washington 1866 Fred Scheibel Residence and Floral Shop
410 E Washington 1907 Emil J. Frautschi Residence
410 1/2 E Washington
502 E Washington 1889 C Kershaw House
506 E Washington 1853 L J Farwell House
508 E Washington 1889 Thomas Boyd House
512 E Washington 1891 Thomas Coldeman Residence
514 1/2 E Washington 1885 John Brannan-Andrew Anderson Residence
112-114 E Washington 1878 Probably Alexander Gill Commercial Building
202-204 E Washington 1930 Burche's Corners
514-516 E Washington 1910 A. Anderson Residence
225 N Blair 1911 Margaret Farres Apartment
225 N Blair
308 N Blair 1877 RR Smith House
309 N Blair 1886 August Bayer House
311 N Blair 1852 Joseph Bayer House
312 N Blair 1886 Alfred Smith House
315 Blair 1900
316 N Blair 1885 Al Smith House
319 N Blair 1916 Lewis and Clara Giffert House
323 N Blair 1904 E. B. and Sophie Steensland House
216 - 218 N Blair 1911 Elizabeth McCormick Duplex
15 N Butler 1878 Philo Dunning House (Demolished) - no picture available
18 N Butler 1858 Samuel H Carman Residence/Robert & Williams Lamp
21 N Butler 1853 Otis A Albee House (Demolished)
22 N Butler 1903 Robert Lamp House
27 N Butler 1910 Thomas and Gertie Olson Duplex (Demolished)
103 N Butler 1854 Hiram G and Annette Dodge House
123 N Butler 1937 Katherine P. Regan House (to be demolished)
128 N Butler 1904 George W and Lydia Kindschi
129 N Butler 1900 Chester W and Hortense Constantine House
130 N Butler 1916 George Kindschi residence
133 N Butler 1897 William W Herrington Apartment
134 N Butler 1913 Sophie and Frank Fleckenstein Jr
136 N Butler 1909 Mary Roland house
140 N Butler 1886 Henry B and Sarah French residence
141 N Butler 1900 William J and Emma Teckmeyer House
145 N Butler 1887 Berger Olson House
149 N Butler 1909 Charles L. Pryoir House
310 N Butler 1894 Francis R Coyne House
316 N Butler 1966 Apartment building
135-157 N Butler 1907 M. J. Hoover House
7 N Franklin 1853 Leonard J Farwell Investment House
15 N Franklin 1900 Herman Strhlow rental house
23 N Franklin 1858 Probably Christian Diedrich house
25 N Franklin 1914 James & Bridget Conlin residence
101 N Franklin 1857 William F Reiche residence
111 N Franklin 1850 George Baker House
119 N Franklin 1899 George H. and Dagmar Ambrecht residence
126 N Franklin 1920
129 N Franklin 1890
153 N Franklin 1887 JJ Van Keulen house
311 N Franklin 1920
17 - 19 N Franklin 1853 John & Bridget Comeford Residence
203 N Hamilton 1857 George Paine Residence
210 N Hamilton 1858 James Jack house (Demolished)
213 N Hamilton 1909 Wayne Apartment Building
217 N Hamilton 1853 E. J. Oakley residence
218 N Hamilton 1885
222 N Hamilton 1906 The Hamilton Apartments
301 N Hamilton 1893 Christian F Rinder Grocery
310 N Hamilton
312 N Hamilton
314 N Hamilton
321 N Hamilton J A Steinle House (Demolished)
205-207 N Hamilton 1894 Meyer Roberman residence
302-304 N Hamilton 1902 Bethel Norweigan Lutheran Church
303 - 309 N Hamilton 1904 W. J. Oakey Apt Building (Demolished)
9 N Hancock 1892 Herman Pfund & Ida Scheibel Residence
15 N Hancock 1968
30 N Hancock 1900
107 N Hancock 1899 Ole Knudson, rental single family house
115 N Hancock
125 N Hancock 1899 James H Cummings residence
133 N Hancock 1900
139 N Hancock 1869 Luke Gilligan House
143 N Hancock 1892 Chris and Caroline Jaeger Residence
308 N Hancock 1890 J A Steinle House (Demolished)
310 N Hancock 1897 Samuel Todd Residence (Demolished)
311 N Hancock 1917
23-35 N Hancock 1905 John Koss Residence
15 N Webster 1890 August Jonas House
17 N Webster 1869 August Jonas House
19 - 21 N Webster 1898 Andrew M & Anna Kentzler Residence (proposed to be demolished) Read more!
300 E Gorham 1863 Shaare Shomain Synagogue (Gates of Heaven)
505 E Gorham 1877 H.L. Foster House
509 E Gorham 1876 Charles Bernard Jr House
513 E Gorham Mrs. H Bodenius and Mrs. Alice H Vaas House
515 E Gorham 1908 Dr. Thomas Gibbs and Hannah Murray House
501-503 E Gorham 1907 Charles and Lucia Fleming Apartment
305 E Johnson 1892 William J and Elizabeth oakey Residence
317 E Johnson 1891 A. N. Fjeld
319 E Johnson 1891 Andrew ; Karen Fjeld Residence
323 E Johnson 1914 R. A. Fjeld
324 E Johnson 1867 William Manning House (Demolished) -Only a picture of the door available
506 E Johnson 1872
512 E Johnson 1872
515 E Johnson 1877 J. J. Van Kenlen/Patrick & Bridget Conlin House
518 E Johnson 1877 John Leyden House
16 E Mifflin 1917 Strand Theatre
18 E Mifflin 1888 Joseph Hausmann Building
20 E Mifflin 1885 Edward Sharp building
22 E Mifflin 1885 James Gallagher building
24 E Mifflin 1863 Madison Mutual Insurance Company
101 E Mifflin 1923 Belmont Hotel
201 E Mifflin 1887 Livermore House , Winslow O and Jeanette (Proposed to be demolished)
219 E Mifflin 1892 (Proposed to be demolished)
223 E Mifflin 1897 Matthias and Anna Statz House (Proposed to be demolished)
310 E Mifflin 1926 A. J. McCann Apartment Building
311 E Mifflin 1855 (Demolished)
314 E Mifflin 1857 A. H. Campbell House (Demolished)
318 E Mifflin 1854 A. Noyes House
322 E Mifflin 1900 Anton Hebel House
402 E Mifflin 1922 Swedish Lutheran Gloria Dei Church
516 E Mifflin 1919 A. L. Weaver Commercial Building
520 E Mifflin 1940 Free Methodist Church
521 E Mifflin 1855
525 E Mifflin
112-114 E Mifflin 1907 A. H. Holister
117 - 119 E Mifflin 1869 H.H. Giles Commercial Building
121-127 E Mifflin 1924 Capital Hill Apts and German Meth Episco
313-315 E Mifflin 1898
206 E Washington 1908
302 E Washington 1927 Capital Times Newspaper Plant
310 E Washington 1857 J. B. Bowen House
322 E Washington 1905 St. John's Lutheran Church
402 E Washington 1866 Fred Scheibel Residence and Floral Shop
410 E Washington 1907 Emil J. Frautschi Residence
410 1/2 E Washington
502 E Washington 1889 C Kershaw House
506 E Washington 1853 L J Farwell House
508 E Washington 1889 Thomas Boyd House
512 E Washington 1891 Thomas Coldeman Residence
514 1/2 E Washington 1885 John Brannan-Andrew Anderson Residence
112-114 E Washington 1878 Probably Alexander Gill Commercial Building
202-204 E Washington 1930 Burche's Corners
514-516 E Washington 1910 A. Anderson Residence
225 N Blair 1911 Margaret Farres Apartment
225 N Blair
308 N Blair 1877 RR Smith House
309 N Blair 1886 August Bayer House
311 N Blair 1852 Joseph Bayer House
312 N Blair 1886 Alfred Smith House
315 Blair 1900
316 N Blair 1885 Al Smith House
319 N Blair 1916 Lewis and Clara Giffert House
323 N Blair 1904 E. B. and Sophie Steensland House
216 - 218 N Blair 1911 Elizabeth McCormick Duplex
15 N Butler 1878 Philo Dunning House (Demolished) - no picture available
18 N Butler 1858 Samuel H Carman Residence/Robert & Williams Lamp
21 N Butler 1853 Otis A Albee House (Demolished)
22 N Butler 1903 Robert Lamp House
27 N Butler 1910 Thomas and Gertie Olson Duplex (Demolished)
103 N Butler 1854 Hiram G and Annette Dodge House
123 N Butler 1937 Katherine P. Regan House (to be demolished)
128 N Butler 1904 George W and Lydia Kindschi
129 N Butler 1900 Chester W and Hortense Constantine House
130 N Butler 1916 George Kindschi residence
133 N Butler 1897 William W Herrington Apartment
134 N Butler 1913 Sophie and Frank Fleckenstein Jr
136 N Butler 1909 Mary Roland house
140 N Butler 1886 Henry B and Sarah French residence
141 N Butler 1900 William J and Emma Teckmeyer House
145 N Butler 1887 Berger Olson House
149 N Butler 1909 Charles L. Pryoir House
310 N Butler 1894 Francis R Coyne House
316 N Butler 1966 Apartment building
135-157 N Butler 1907 M. J. Hoover House
7 N Franklin 1853 Leonard J Farwell Investment House
15 N Franklin 1900 Herman Strhlow rental house
23 N Franklin 1858 Probably Christian Diedrich house
25 N Franklin 1914 James & Bridget Conlin residence
101 N Franklin 1857 William F Reiche residence
111 N Franklin 1850 George Baker House
119 N Franklin 1899 George H. and Dagmar Ambrecht residence
126 N Franklin 1920
129 N Franklin 1890
153 N Franklin 1887 JJ Van Keulen house
311 N Franklin 1920
17 - 19 N Franklin 1853 John & Bridget Comeford Residence
203 N Hamilton 1857 George Paine Residence
210 N Hamilton 1858 James Jack house (Demolished)
213 N Hamilton 1909 Wayne Apartment Building
217 N Hamilton 1853 E. J. Oakley residence
218 N Hamilton 1885
222 N Hamilton 1906 The Hamilton Apartments
301 N Hamilton 1893 Christian F Rinder Grocery
310 N Hamilton
312 N Hamilton
314 N Hamilton
321 N Hamilton J A Steinle House (Demolished)
205-207 N Hamilton 1894 Meyer Roberman residence
302-304 N Hamilton 1902 Bethel Norweigan Lutheran Church
303 - 309 N Hamilton 1904 W. J. Oakey Apt Building (Demolished)
9 N Hancock 1892 Herman Pfund & Ida Scheibel Residence
15 N Hancock 1968
30 N Hancock 1900
107 N Hancock 1899 Ole Knudson, rental single family house
115 N Hancock
125 N Hancock 1899 James H Cummings residence
133 N Hancock 1900
139 N Hancock 1869 Luke Gilligan House
143 N Hancock 1892 Chris and Caroline Jaeger Residence
308 N Hancock 1890 J A Steinle House (Demolished)
310 N Hancock 1897 Samuel Todd Residence (Demolished)
311 N Hancock 1917
23-35 N Hancock 1905 John Koss Residence
15 N Webster 1890 August Jonas House
17 N Webster 1869 August Jonas House
19 - 21 N Webster 1898 Andrew M & Anna Kentzler Residence (proposed to be demolished) Read more!
Capital Budget - What's in, what's out (Part 1)
Here's a comparison of what departments asked for and what they got plus the Board of Estimates discussion on these items. I included the capital budget item descriptions in the post, I noted (other sources of funding) if it is not money that needs to be borrowed. Red is money the Mayor cut, Green is money the Mayor added. Bold is the council and staff discussions of the items. [My side comments in purple - and I'll start with this, very few alders asked questions, with the majority of the questions being asked by Verveer and Rhodes-Conway. Bidar-Sielaff and Rummel not on Board of Estimates, but I think they came in next. Tho much of the talking may have been done by Bruer with Clear chiming in with lots of side discussions and jokes. I skipped alot of the useless chatter. There were a few alders I didn't see either night even tho no other city meetings were scheduled. Cnare, Eagon, Solomon, Kerr, Palm, were the ones I don't think I saw., but I had to leave early one night and was late the other night. Regardless several never said a word. There was a surprising lack of discussion and questions. I don't know if that means they didn't read it or if something else was going on.]
INTRODUCTION OF MAYOR'S CAPITAL BUDGET
Brasser says that there is $185M total capital budget, $99M will be borrowed, $87M of other funding mostly state and federal transportation funds. Also TIF funding would be considered "other funding". He reminds the council that capital budget comes back to operating budget for operating costs. Show charts about debt as % of Equalized Value currently it is at 1.15% of the tax value. We are limited in Wisconsin to 5% so at 1.15% we are well below the limits available under state law. It has come up a bit in the last few years, but still within the limits. Other graph more is problematic. Ratio of Debt Service to total general fund. As a policy we try to keep it below 12.5%, historically at or below that target and still below it next year, but as we borrow more, and capital budgets have been growing, it could grow up to 18% as we look at capital improvements need to consider how that impacts future budgets.
Rhodes-Cownay asks how realistic these numbers are, every year the graph looks the same, and never hit that high curve - is that because each year we don't do all the borrowing that is authorized? Brasser says that the 5 year capital improvement program is subject to change every year. The last several years we have not borrowed everything that has been authorized. The extent of how much less is difficult to predict.
Rhodes-Conway asks how accurate this is? How accurate is our 5 year plan? Brasser says he doesn't have a copy of the chart that shows actual borrowing vs budgeted, those numbers are starting to diverge more and they used to be more similar. She says she's trying to ask about the 5 year plan and I don't think Brasser has that information. Clear tries to help her out and ask the question differently. Brasser says that it is not uncommon for projects to be delayed for a year or two, but in most cases, the major efforts or projects eventually happen.
Verveer asks about the numbers of what we authorize vs what we borrow. Brasser says last year's adopted cap budget authorized $84M in borrowing and that week they borrowed $106M, $44M was refinancing, $62M was what was approved for this year. $18.6M has been carried forward and will need to be "reauthorized".
Verveer asks about reauthorizations not being noted in the budget. He asks for Brasser to explain reauthorizations and if they are enumerated if they are reauthorized. He asks for a list of reauthorizations. Brasser says they are doing that and its on page 1, in the 2010 executive budget there is $98.8M of borrowing and $18.6 is from this years' budget.
Bruer asks if this year all the reauthorizations have been approved? Brasser says that they will make the list available tomorrow night.
Verveer asks specifically about parks projects that might not have gotten done, they should be noted in 2010 to reauthorize money that isn't in there. Verveer uses Peace Park as an example, and comes to the conclusion that they need to double check that. If not started, needs authorization for 2010.
Brasser says that also putting together this year's borrowing projects and there are some projects that we borrowed money for and that authorization is still there. Brasser says to ask them individually if they have any questions about projects.
Pham-Remmele asks a question I don't understand and can't hear. . . says she was told this is the worst budget ever since the depression and says taxpayers are watching us. She is thrilled to hear that we have a good bond rating. She says that we should buy things when they were cheap. Asks some question, about debt service % change and talks about poor taxpayers who trying to keep job, keep sanity until economy turns around, and asks what the guidelines are that they should use.
Brasser says good time to borrow, but also the two charts are the two main points, we have alot of capacity cuz we have good credit, but it does impact the operating budget. We do have to pay it back in the future. She says that there is an election in 2011 and doesn't want people to be held accountable because they were careless. [At least I think that was what she said. Not sure what her point was.]
Brass talks about the target or guideline for % of equalized value. Brasser says there is no policy, 90s was rapid growth in property value so the ratio was going down as the assessed value continued to grow, in the last few years, property value has slowed, so line is function of larger factors. He notes many municipalities are at their 5% limit. Clear also asks about the "dragon graph" and asks about 2010 is projected? Clear says that Mayor saya that in 2009 most of the projects actually happened. But the borrowing amount was about 25% less, but is that 25% difference typical. Brasser points out sometimes a project gets started but not finished and so funds need to be carried over. [This sounded like the same questions Rhodes-Conway asked, I wonder if clear was out of the room for that discussion?]
Bruer reminds new alders that they should ask comptrollers staff and department heads if they have any questions. Will save lots of time if you ask ahead of time. Also reminds them to contact alders about projects in other districts - protocol and expected courtesy. Blah . . .blah . . . blah . . . Then he explains the process that department heads will do a presentation or respond to questions.
Monona Terrace
$375,000 (Room Tax) Building & Building Improvements
It is important that Monona Terrace be maintained at a first-class level to continue and enhance revenue streams. The success of the facility is based on its marketability and its competitiveness both regionally and nationally. Monona Terrace must maintain and enhance the physical building, current fixtures and services in order to continue to meet and service the expectations of clients and guests. A sample of the items that are planned for 2010 include Air wall renovation, window replacement and caulking replacement.
$50,000 (Room Tax) Machinery and Other Equipment
The Machinery and Other Equipment projects are required to meet customer needs and maintain marketability. Expenditures in this category include scheduled replacement of service and building equipment, including furniture, staging equipment, maintenance equipment, and kitchen equipment.
$10,000 (Room Tax) Bike Path Resurfacing
This is a project to fund a study regarding resurfacing of the bikepath where it has been damaged over time by the proximity to the lake and other reasons. The study will indicate what action is needed. Funding is shown in 2012 for any necessary improvements.
[They got everything they requested, in the amount requested. They are $1,000 under the Mayor's 20% reduction requested, as adjusted by the Comptrollers office.]
Jim Hess and the finance person for Monona Terrace spealk. Hess notes it is all Room Tax, no debt financing in this request. Budget was approved and reviewed by board of directors. Met directive to reduce last years budget. Cut some projects and delayed others. Majority of projects are in building improvements, and the reason they are doing them is to keep it in like new conditions, groups are no longer coming there because it is new, but because of excellent service. Some of projects include replacing the air walls - the track and rollers need replacement, exterior caulking of building is maintenance to prevent leaks, technology upgrade of $125,000 to add wireless internet access points and upgrade the network equipment - driven by clients. Attendees are dependent on the wireless. Some of the equipment is 9 years old. Audio visual makes money for the department. Window replacement is for failing windows. Company that put the windows in no longer in business. Should be near end of replacement project. Tile renovation project is a maintenance, presents a liability issue when the tiles wobble. Money for updating escalators to meet state codes. $10,000 for bike path resurface to study what need to do with the bike path - replace or what can be done to prolong the life. [At this point, there are some nervous looks among staff in the back of the room. I think they are surprised, as I was, that there was so much explanation about the budget as most of them just say they are available to answer questions.]
Rhodes-Conway asks about internet access and the two tiered slower and faster connection for those with password. He says he thinks that the free access is good enough. He says most of the customers are the conferences themselves. They give the passcode out to 100 people. Yes, will keep the two tiered system.
Bidar-Sielaff asks about the study. If you know what the problems are what will we get with the study. Hess says Nelson suggested it, we don't know what is going on. The bike path is over the water and its structural, they need some expert advice. Bidar-Sielaff asks if engineering staff has that expertise. Hess says he'll check first.
Public Health
$20,000 Lab Equipment Replacement
Replacement of laboratory equipment: laboratory walk-in cooler, an incubator, a pH meter, and oven. Most of this equipment was acquired more than 30 years ago, well past the expected life of this equipment.
$40,000 Field Based Equipment
While the population of Madison and Dane County continues to grow, no Public Health Nurse positions have been added since at least 2003. Public Health recognizes that even though there is increasing demand for services, given the current fiscal constraints, it is unreasonable to expect to increase the number of nurses for the next several years. To respond to the growing needs, the Department is seeking ways to make the current staff more efficient in their work by funding the purchase of field-based devices. Funding includes $40,000 of reauthorized General Obligation debt.
56,544 Computer Replacement
Funds for the replacement of computer equipment. Funding includes $48,544 of reauthorized General Obligation Debt.
$166,248 Integrated Software System
Public Health currently inputs data in to two state-mandated data systems and has about 20 other smaller databases that are used. Client information needs to be entered whenever a client record is created in any of these databases. Scheduling is done by hand. IT has indicated that Public Health needs integrated data systems to operate efficiently.
Dr. Schlenker not here, at county meeting. Lab equipment more than 30 years old. Walk in cooler largest project at least 42 years old. $166,000 software, merger has resulted in 22 databases they maintain. 2 year project. Computer replacement, much of it reauthoriztion. Field devices needed cuz won't be hiring any new nurses and need to make them effiicient.
Rhodes-Conway asks about the lab equipment and asks if there is something that they can be energy efficient about the new equipment that might use less energy and wil save on operating costs. He doesn't know. On the software system she asks about what is requested and what is in the executive budget. He says they are able to get what they need because of pricing in the market, if they hold up. On the field base devices, what are they and how do they improve productivity. Tablet computers improve effieicncy and customer satisfaction. They were thinking about tablet computers but they are able to connect directly to the data system with the laptops.
Miscellaneous (Zoo Improvements, City Channel, Treasurer, Election Equipment)
$99,500 Henry Vilas Zoo Improvements
This project provides funding for improvements to be made to the Henry Vilas Zoo. Under the current agreement, zoo operating costs are split between Dane County and the City of Madison on an 80/20 ratio, while capital costs are shared on a voluntary basis. General Obligation Debt includes $52,000 in funding reauthorized from the 2009 Capital Budget.
$20,000 (Municipal Video Service Trust Fund) City Channel Improvements
This project provides for the digital creation and archiving of Madison City Channel's program files. Other funding is a transfer in from the Municipal Video Service Trust Fund.
$26,000 Rapid Mail Extractor
Funding for the purchase of rapid mail extraction equipment for the City Treasurer's Office. This equipment has the capability to open and sort mail at rates up to 4,500 pieces per hour.
[Henry Vilas Zoo Improvements $14,500 less than requested, City Channel Improvements 170,000 less than requested, Remittance Processor Upgrade 125,000 not granted.]
Treasurer doesn't usually have a request, for the office equipment he hands around brochure with a picture of the equipment. He says that he tries to identify day to day tasks to do more efficiently. They open about half million pieces of mail every year. Water Utility is talkinga bout going to monthly billing and that will increase the volume of mail. Saw it in use at MG&E and AmFam. Staff can open 600 pieces per hour, the machine can do 4,500 per hour. Pay off for machine is about 3 years. Regardless of Water Utility, will save half hour to 4 to 5 hours per year ecpending upon the time of year.
Bidar-Sielaff asks if they have room for the machin, and yes they have it.
Verveer asks about remittance processor upgrade - Gawenda says that request was tied to Water Utility request and if they don't do the change now, they are ok for now and don't need it. Currently the equipment meets the need but will have need it when Water Utility goes to mothly billing.
City Channel didn't have a presentation.
Rhodes-Conway asks about archiving and how long they keep the files? They keep them forever and all publicly available on the website. She notes they didn't get everything they asked for - not sure if they want to talk about it? Clark explains they are in a transition becuase of the liklihood that the PEG funding will go away in 2011. This is first time he ever appeared here for the use of these funds. In the next couple years are going to be tight without the PEG funds and they won't be able to make needed upgrades in their equipment. Some of the cameras are 10 years old. Production folks have a 5 year plan for their needs for equipment.
Verveer asks about the money they have and if this will adress the issues about the video not working for council meetings. Clark says this is totally different. They are workngn to get this resolved. Brad says he can't explain the difference. Dave from IT says that this equipment will get them what they currently don't have. Clark says $20,000 will be HP acquisition camera, nothing to do with storage.
IT answers question about indexing the council meeting, says it is not resolved, going through a plan, still identifying the problem. They are on step three. Also looking at alternatives. Don't know if any of the solutions will work. Says they are working on it with soemthing for the Health Department that might help this issue.
Verveer asks about the Trust Fund - Clark says equipment was always funded by the PEG fees so in a year or so, the fund will be gone. Verveer asks if this is the same as quarterly updates, and Brasser says that PEG funds goes to three areas. Operating, capital and WYOU and that money is disappearing over the next couple years. Won't be able to cover costs. Brasser says that the council never saw the fund before, Clark just made the capital pruchases and they brought it into the operating budget format and they will see the funds dry up.
Clear has a question about the Zoo and county contribution to the capital projects. Brasser says we pay 20% operating and volunteer on capital costs, we currently have a 10% contribution to the county's projects. They point out that there is a huge public contribution.
Clear asks about election equipment. Brasser said the Clerk says there is no need for replacement at this point because of delays in implementation of the state laws.
Clausius asks about history on the zoo contributions. Brasser says several times in the past we have made a contribution - usually city share discussed in advance and this is based on their plans.
Metro Transit
7,959,000 (Stimulus Funding) Transit Coaches
Replacement of Transit Coaches (14 buses in 2010, 13 buses in 2011, 13 buses in 2012 and 15 buses each in 2013, 2014 and 2015). The buses in 2010 will be hybrid buses, fully funded with Federal ARRA Stimulus funding. All buses will meet both EPA emissions standards and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
98,000 (392,000 Other funding) Building Remodeling Projects
Reauthorization of one project not yet completed and funding for new projects in 2010. The reauthorization project is for a HVAC upgrade ($50,000 total, funded with $40,000 in Federal funds and $10,000 in G.O. debt). The 2010 budget includes a project to replace the lighting in the bus storage and maintenance areas ($150,000). Metro has applied for FTA TIGGER funding for the lighting. If that application is approved, FTA will fund 100% of the lighting project. Additional building remodeling projects include a remodeling contingency for emergencies ($40,000), painting and refurbishing one transfer point ($50,000), replacing one of the air conditioning units ($30,000), replacing the maintenance exhaust hose system ($20,000) and repaving the parking lot ($150,000). Eighty percent of these projects will be funded with Federal funds and the local share will come from General Obligation Debt. $10,000 of the General Obligation Debti s reauthorized from 2009.
96,400 ($535,600 Other Funding) Transit System Upgrades
Acquire equipment and software to improve operations. Applications will include security cameras for buses ($125,000 ),DVR network cards ($60,000), electronic display signs ($27,000), Coordinated Transportation software module ($200,000), phone upgrade for screen shots ($10,000), additional automatic passenger counters ($50,000), and other associated technologies, including wireless security at three transfer points ($150,000) and continuation of a pilot project for bus stop schedule information ($10,000). These projects will make the operations of the transit system more efficient and convenient for passengers and provide the transit system with accurate ridership data. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$1,000,000 ($4,000,000 other funds) Replace Fare box System
Replacement of the current GFI Fare box system, which has exceed edits useful life. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$100,800 ($403,200 Other Funds) North Transfer Point Park and Ride Lot Expansion
Expand the North Transfer Point (NTP) Park and Ride Lot. Metro will lease additional land and make improvements on a site adjacent to the existing NTP Park and Ride Lotsite. This expansion should increase ridership. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$10,000 (40,000 Other Funding) Building Expansion/Remodelling
This project is for the initial Site Location Analysis requested by the Mayor needed for the expansion and remodeling of the Transit Administration an Operations offices, maintenance and bus storage facility. The budget in 2011 through 2015 will allow for the engineering and design costs (architect) necessary for the building expansion and improvements as determined by the Building Needs Analysis Study that was completed in 2005 and the commencemnt of the construction project. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$10,000 ($40,000 Other Funds) Particulate Trap Cleaning System
This project is to purchase a Particulate Trap Cleaning System. Eighty percent of the cost of this project will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
[Transit Coaches $9,050,544 was requested by 7,595,000 was granted. $1,455,544 short. Building Expansion/Remodeling requested 800,000 but only 50,000 was granted. $750,000 short.]
Kamp isn't there. Staff explains that the total budget is $14M but only borrow $1.3M because the majority of the funding comes from federal government, 80% generally but a little bit higher this year. $8M is coming from stimulus money and no debt at all. The building remodeling fund includes lighting that is now funded by a TIGGER grant. Several system upgrades including wireless security at 3 transfer points again 100% funded. Fareboxes will all be replaced along with the technology. Current ones are 18 years old and wearing out. $5M will be spent on that. Expansion of North Transfer point and park and ride is half million.
Rhodes-Conway asks abouthybrid busses. She asks how many we will buy in the future. He says they aren't planning on buying any more becuase of the additional costs. Those decisions will be made in future years. She asks to get an update on the differences in costs between teh hybrid buses and the regular ones. They only have 5 at the moment, this will add 14 more. The fuel economy info they have, will look into maintenance issues.
Rhodes-Conway asks about the farebox info and if they will be upgrading technology or just replacing them. He says they have a team looking at it and are considering contactless machines where you don't have to swipe a card. Milwaukee is also making a similar decision and they will consult with them.
Rhodes-Conway asks if the system distinguishes transfers from other rides. He says yes, it is monitored, but obviously with the unlimited ride passes they can't measure those.
Clear asks a question, but the sound went out and I didn't hear it.
Claussius asks about the North Transfer Point - they are expanding the parking because it is so heavily used. Oscar Mayer has some space they are not using. $100,000 is for the lease and the rest is the upgrades. Clausius asks if they are going to use it for a jumping off point for shared rides to the Center for Industry and Commerce. He says he is very interested in that.
Facilities Management
190,000 (20,000 Other Funds) Energy Efficiency Improvements
This project continues to fund energy efficiency improvements for City buildings. Projects in 2009 included lighting up grades at Streets East and Fairchild Building, installing industrial fans to destratify air to save heating energy at Streets and Emil Street, and air sealing at a number of fire stations. For 2010, projects will include outdoor LED lighting at fire and police stations, installation of industrial fans to destratify air to have heating energy at Streets, TE, and Fleet, and air sealing and additional insulation at various fire stations and public works buildings. Funding will be targeted toward those projects which yield a 10% return on investments from energy savings. Other funding is from a federal grant.
$200,000 CCB - 201 Council Chambers
The project is to remodel the Council Chambers Room 201 CCB. The project is estimated to cost $400,000 with the County and the City sharing the cost 50/50. The Plan Commission, ALRC, and Municipal Court also use this room. The project envisions a room that would be ADA compliant and have video screens so that the meeting participants and the public can view the presentatios being deliberated. The project also will increase energy savings through improvements to the windows, which are single pane glass. This project includes $200,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$200,000 Building Improvements
In 2010, this funding will be used to maintain the numerous buildings that Facilities Management maintains. Projects may include the following: air conditioning capital repairs at North Police, South Health, Streets East, Fleet Services and heating capital repairs at Fairchild, South Health, Fire Station #5, and Streets West. In addition, various plumbing, roof and tuck pointing repairs at various buildings will need to be made. Additional funding in the account is available to deal with unanticipated capital repairs that may need to be made throughout the year.
372,400 Engineering Office Remodel
This project is to replace the ceiling and lighting in Engineering first floor CCB. In addition, this project will remodel the front counterspace to make it ADA compliant, install carpeting throughout and create a breakroom for Engineering employees. This project will include moving Engineering Annex (Room 107A) to rooms 112 and 118, which currently house County Supervisors and the County Clerk. This will provide Engineering with needed extra square footage and also move Engineering Annex closer to the Main Office. The Sanitary Sewer Utility will be paying for 27% and the Stormwater Utility will be paying for 24% of this project, leaving 49% funded through General Obligation Debt.(These expenses are noted in Sewer and Stormwater Utilities Budgets.)
$151,000 CCC Treasurer Office Remodel
This project will remodel office space to provide additional workroom areas and a conference room, and it will revise existing offices and storage areas. This project includes $150,520 reauthorized from 2009.
$100,000 Renewable Energy
This project is to implement solar electric, solar thermal system, or other solar technologies at various locations throughout the City. Sites under consideration for 2010 are Streets West, Fire Stations #11 and #7, Police West and Warner Park. The systems will produce electrical energy, domestic hot water or heat for the buildings or the electrical grid. The City of Madison is a US Department of EnergySolar America City, one of only 25 in the country. Solar America Cities showcase renewable energy projects.
$230,200 City County Building Improvements
This project represents the City's share of renovations scheduled for the City-County Building. The major items include renovation of the HVAC and electrical systems.
$200,000 Madison Fire Department - Major HVAC
In 2009, an assessment of the Fire Administration and Fire Station #1 was conducted. The result of that assessment was to use the 2009 building funding to replace an aging air conditioner at Fire Station #1. In future years, the plan is to improve the building envelope and to replace the heating system, which could be downsized because of the building envelope improvements. This project includes $100,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$55,000 Common Council Security Improvements
The scope of this project is to install new walls, doors, and windows to provide added security with in the Council office suite.
$1,000,000 (Other Funding) AARA Energy Efficiency Funding
ARRA - Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program. Projects include lighting retrofits at the following locations: Olbrich Gardens, Fleet Services, Summit Parks Maint .Facility, Fire Station #6, #7, #8, #10 ,and Traffic Engineering-Sayle Street. This project will also fund lighting at the new South Madison Branch Library and LED Street Lights in the downtown area. Other funding is from the grant.
[ADA Accommodations was moved to the Treasurer's remodel project. Requested $70,000 ($35,000 was reauthorized from 2009) Its $35,000 less than requested. Energy Efficiency Improvements requested 210,000, granted 190,000, $20,000 short. The Development Services Center $1,600,000 was denied. Requested Building Improvements 265,000, only given 200,000. $65,000 short. Only given 372,000 for Engineering - Remodel and Ceiling Replacement which requested 914,000. $542,000 short. City Treasurer Remodel only requested 116,000 but recieved 151,000, an extra $35,000 from the ADA Accomodations project. Renewable Energey requested 105,000 and got 100,000, $5,000 short. City-County Building Improvements requested 150,00 but got 230,200 instead. An extra $80,200. Denied CCB HR Reception Remodel - 5th Floor $277,000. Also denied City Assessor Ceiling Replacement and Break Room $215,000]
Hoffman says energy audit done and the Energy Efficiency money used to address those issues. She talks about fans that recirculate hot air that gathers at the tops of the buildings. Addding insulation and air sealing several fire stations. Using Focus on Energy rebates for many of these projects. For 2010 continuing to do similar projects a along with installing LED lighting around police and fire stations. LED lights are less energy intesive and less maintenance. Target at least 10% payback on the projects. They show the payback rates on spreadsheets. Remodeling of Council Chambers, contacted County to get an update, but no info. Will forward it when she gets it. Anticipates that there hasn't been any progress.
Verveer asks when the last time was she heard. She says the county put several projects on hold and this was one of them. They are talking about getting together a group of users to talk about the scope of the project, but that hasn't moved forward.
Hoffman continues presentation - Building improvement fund is used to maintain buildings. Lightening strikes and emergency repairs is what they use this money for. Engineering remodel is to swap parks space and engineering space. County Board is moving to the front of the building, Engineering will move into their space and then 911 will move into the Engingeering space. They just approved that earlier in their meeting. Engineering has old ceiling and lighting and needs an ADA accessible counter, putting in carpeting, expanding conference rooms and upgrading the breakroom. It will partially be funding by stormwater utility based on staffing levels. The Treasurer remodel is a reauthorization, parking utility is also to multispace meters and so that will impact the treasurers office, the coins take up alot of space and they need room for the new equipment. The process is noisy and they can't have that with 911 moving in. The coins will be coming in a different spot. A design firm has been hired to remodel. Will be looking at if the funding is adequate. Will be looking for parking utility to fund part of the project. Gawenda says that the 09 budget item would have been sufficient except the county changes and the parking changes. Renewable energy project is for solar pv systems or solar thermal hot water systems. They have several potential sites. They have recieved recogniation that they are a Solar America City - one of 25 cities. City County building improvment is our share of costs to upgrade the building. Actual verified numbers. Major roof replacement. Also hot water solar on roof of City County Building. Madison Fire Department, half reauthroization and half new. Fire Admin and Fire Station number 1 are connected and HVAC is original to when building was built and lots of issues. Are replacing aging equipment. Air conditioning unit in 2010 and major things in years to come. Energy Audits showed the fire station one was one of major energy users. Also, council office security. Gates and other items will be installed. Also on ARRA funding is city engineering lighting projects. CDBG office and engineering working on this funding now. Some of the projects may be able to be done this year.
Verveer asks about the LED lighting and street lighting. She says that they have LED lighting at many public works sites and a part of the ARRA funding is for LED street lighting, about 100,000 of the funding.
Verveer asks how many lights that gets us. Hoffman doesn't know. She has the info, its in the grant application.
Verveer asks Bruer about security upgrades for the council office. Is this what we think is necessary? Bruer says yes. Bruer says that they were going to look at more security. Verveer says that he thinks it is important for CCOC to approve the plan and that he'd be ok with the comfort language.
Verveer also asks about the Treasurer's office so that they can do a budget amendment. Gavenda says he'll contact them when the info comes in.
Rhodes-Conway asks that all alders get the concept plans.
Rhodes-Conway asks about getting handles on the front door of the building so people can go in and out of each of the doors. Duly noted.
Pham-Remmele asks about security in the council chambers and how do we know that upset people won't shoot at the Mayor or the lawyer or at any of us. Several times they are very upset people coming in. Hoffman says that the plans for room 201 are being revisited, items to be upgraded was the microphone system, making the dais ADA accessible and better audio visual equipment so that even the audience could see it when they do presentations. She said she didn't think there was anything about security. But, the users of that room will get together and they could discuss security. Pham-Remmele says for her, this is more importnat.
Bidar-Sielaff asks question about South Health Department and if this is the Villager. Hoffman says yes. These are areas where there could be maintenance issues.
Streets
$68,200 Buildings and Grounds
This is a continuing project to fund the replacement and upgrade of facility and grounds components at the Streets Division's vehicle bays, office and storage sites. Work is performed to replace or improve components that are damaged, have aged beyond their useful life, or for other reasons detract from effective and efficient delivery of services. Funding is provided in 2010 for projects that may include replacement of windows at the Sycamore Avenue facility, upgrade of the fire control system to building codes, and replacement of overhead doors. Future projects include window replacement and installation of a transfer switch at the Badger Road site.
$334,000 Equipment
This is a continuing program to replace aging or outmoded equipment and acquire new equipment to implement operational improvements and keep pace with a growing City. Expenditures in this category may include a snowblower that can be mounted on to an end loader for snow removal purposes, a tilt bed trailer to ferry articulating tractors and small equipment to and from field work, and a trailer with sides to assist in automated refuse and recycling cart exchanges, repairs and maintenance. An additional automated refuse/recycling truck is also requested to assist in the preventative maintenance program of the automated fleet.
$223,900 HVAC Updates
This project provides heating and air conditioning improvements to both the Badger Road facility and the Sycamore Avenue facility. Facilities Management has requested the following projects regarding HVAC systems at these two facilities :installation of a new boiler at Badger, replacement of the radiant heating systems in the vehicle bays at Badger and Sycamore, upgrade the HVAC control system to a more efficient system in the administrative areas and vehicle bays a tthe Sycamore Avenue facility for both the Streets Division and Parks-East maintenance. Future years' projects include continued upgrades of the HVAC systems to the more efficient DDC systems.
$42,500 Sycamore Drains
The floor drains in the building extension to the Sycamore Vehicle Storage facility are in need of repair and replacement. This addition to the vehicle storage area at Sycamore Avenue was built in 1985.
$90,000 Mezzanine Construction - Sycamore
Constructing a mezzanine over the existing storage area will expand storage space at the East Side Public Works Maintenance Facility. Inventoried work supplies and out of season equipment and parts will be stored in the mezzanine to allow for additional vehicle storage in the vehicle bays.
$65,000 Yard Improvements - Sycamore
Concrete bins will be constructed at the Sycamore Avenue drop-off site for the storage of yard waste, metals, rigid plastics, electronics and large items. This project will require some minor excavation work adjacent to the driving areas at the Sycamore site, allowing the construction of bins partially set into the embankment and out of the way of traffic flow. Future years' projects include adding a cold storage shed attached to the existing salt storage building at Sycamore.
$50,000 Sycamore and Badger Lighting
This project will continue replacing the lighting fixtures and installing lighting control sensors to the locker areas, shop areas, Parks cold storage and the administrative area of the Sycamore Avenue Public Works Facility. In addition, lighting control sensors will be completed in the vehicle bays at the Badger Road facility. Future years' projects include installation of LED outdoor lighting in both the Badger Road and Sycamore Avenue yards.
[They got everything as requested except they got zero funding for the South Point Storage Facility 250,000 and Yard Improvements - Badger 360,000]
Upgrades to existing facilities and maintaining existing facilities and some new quipment. Badger Rd is 27 years old, Sycamore is 32 years old and they are aging and need to be upgraded. Otherwise, keeping up with growth of city.
Thuy asks if they are going to cut any services. Schumacher says this is not operating budget.
Verveer asks about DNR order regarding stormwater run off and street cleaning. He saw another street sweeper that was reauthorized. Why wasn't it purchased and what are the plans for expanded street sweeping.
Schumacher says reauthorized amount is because they refurbished sweepers and discovered that they could wait another year, but they won't refurbish it for next year. The new one will be here in time for next years season. He also says that effectivness of street sweeping on stormwater runoff is not the most effective, the catch basins are more effective.
Fire
315,000 Fire Equipment
Thisprojectincludesthereplacementofthefollowingsafety,rescueandotheroperationalequipment:self-containedbreathingapparatusincludingequipmentforrepair;equipmentcarriedonapparatusforemergencyresponsesuchasairbags,extricationequipment,ventilationequipment,specialoperationsequipment,andmedicalequipment;andfirehose,accessoriesandtestingequipment.The2010fundingisalsoforthereplacementofdefibrillatorsontheambulances.Futureyears'fundingalsoincludesextricationequipment,ambulancestretchers,defibrillatorsonfireapparatusandotherDepartmentvehicles.
406,700 General Building Improvements
Olderbuildingsmustbeupgradedtoaddressdeterioration,security,energyefficienciesandaccommodationissuessuchasADA.Fundingisneededforroofs,heatingandcoolingsystems,windows,pavement/sidewalkreplacement,plumbing,exteriorbuildingrepairs(suchastuckpointing),kitchens,dorms,etc.Therenovationofabuildingisdoneinphasesbaseduponavailablefunding.Thisprojectincludes$150,000ofborrowingreauthorizedfrom2009.
205,000 Increase Ambulance Fleet
Fundingisincludedtoaddaneighthin-serviceambulancetoaddressthegrowthoftheCityandimproveresponsetimes.
693,000 (other Funding) AARA Assist. to Fire Fighters Grant
TheCityhassubmittedanapplicationforagranttodemolishandrebuildFireStationNo.2onGrandCanyonDr.Thegrantwillcovermostofthedemolition,design/engineeringandconstruction.TheCitywillberesponsibleforequippingandfurnishingtheStation.ThegranthasnotyetbeenawardedtotheCity.
[They requested an additional $100,000 in Fire Equipment, and additional $70,200 in General Building Improvements. They also requested Video Teleconferencing System $24,000 that was denied. And lastly, they requested grant money of FEMA Grant $490,000 & ARRA Assistance to Firefighters Station Construction Grant $5,331,100 that was apparently not received/granted.]
Amesqua says they have a good budget. Met the 20% goal. She says that item 1 is equipment which is general maintenance. Moved cuts to 2011 budget. Building improvements also reduced by 20% and $150,000 of that number is reauthorization from 2009. Far East side fire station won't occur until 2015 or after but have been able to secure property on far east side at Milwaukee and Sprecher. Increase in ambulance fleet so that beginning of 2nd quarter next year. Items 5, 6 & 7 will be after 2015 fire stations. Aerial ladder aparatus goes with item 14. Item 9 communications equipment will be 2012 funded, item 10 is a mobile training center, only a match of 20% when and if they get that grant. The Autopulse Resuscitation equipment is scheduled for 2011, the Knocks box security won't be til 2014. Video Conference equipment not funded. ARRA firefighters grant, demolish and rebuild station 2 to host a double station if they get the grant.
Verveer asks question about the training facility in anticipation of the police training facility discussion. Amesqua says that she thinks MATC has a better understanding of how they want to operate, especially with the paramedic program. UW Health, MATC and Fire are partners and it is a model for other projects to come. MATC has changed direction many times, but thiss is a positive and progressive movement to build a new facility - she thinks they have worked through it and thinks that they will have positive relations moving forward. Blum says that when they were looking at having their own facility and he and the mayor's office have been meeting. have gone down many paths, MATC came up with a good solution to rebuild classrooms and fire training facility - doesn't know the timeline. Next year doing the classroom piece. EMS is at Mineral Point for now. If and when they open the new facility, still need a place to train. Some parts they don't know about yet, driver training is something they are looking at. MATC has put some ideas on the table, but don't know where they are at.
Verveer asks about what happens when they get to agreement. They will likely need to cost share, right? Amesqua says they prefer MATC pay for their own facility, and that we just rent it. She thinks it will be workable.
Verveer asks if there was discussion about a joint facility. They say there was lots of discussion. Joel Plant says lots of discussion about former and current partnership and the future. Were looking at a campus for protective services to fill needs of police and fire and have a skidpad to train all drivers. But they split fire and police for the time being. Fire and MATC is tight, police have some other issues. After several years of conversations, it makes more sense to split it off into pieces. Short and intermediate term seems to be good to do our own thing. Discussions aren't over, but in order to continue training needs, needed to make some decisions.
Verveer also asks about project 11, autopulse resusication equipment. Wonders why not fully funded and what does that mean? Amesqua says it is funded in 2011. Verveer says it sounds like it is really important, why is ok to wait? Do we have current equipment? New Technology?
Blum says that prior to loss of medical director we were doing some trials that allowed them to take the autopulse out of service. They saved some use on the equipment, most of updates will be software. Will be back in service after first of year.
Rhodes Conway asks what a knocks box (I really have no idea how to spell that) is and what they use if for. Amesqua says it is a place to store a key. Traditionally fire departments have huge ring of knocks box keys, and if lose one it is a serious issue. This piece of equipment is a box on the fire truck. It has a personalized id code. You know the time and person that accesses the key.
Rhodes Conway asks about District 2 is demolition. Amesqua says that they want two rigs at that place and building isn't large enough, stimulus money will pay for it if they get the grant. Blum says that they have been looking at these upgrades. Engine, ladder and fire rescue is a double company. Architect says they can pack it all in but it might not be most comfortable situation. But as a result of the stimulus money they put things on hold. Looked at buying property but decided tear down and new station was better. If they don't get the money they will make it work.
Fleet Service
$1,517,100 (plus $2M in other funding - Fleet Service Reserves) Replace Equipment
This is a continuing program. The original fleet equipment replacement policy was developed in the mid 80’s. Beginning in 2008, Fleet Service began an extensive evaluation of the fleet equipment replacement schedule. The evaluation has included the likelihood of extending or shortening the expected life of some classifications of equipment. Fleet Service has developed a new formula that will better forecast the estimated replacement costs that will include the anticipated engine and overall manufacturing price increases required to meet the new 2010 EPA regulations, as well as the feasibility of purchasing equipment that will reduce fuel consumption and green house gas emissions of the City’s fleet. Other funding is from Fleet Service reserves.
$120,000 Facility Upgrade
Continuation of facility upgrades, including: Replace one aging heavy truck hoist, Repair shower drains (men's), Install heating in tire maintenance work area to better utilize limited shop space, and Freight elevator (helps to utilize limited shop space for parts inventory).
$1,040,000 Fire Equipment Replacement
Replace existing Fire Vehicles in accordance with Fire Department replacement policy. This constitutes two Rescues and one Ladder.
$80,000 GPS/AVL
This is the fifth year of an ongoing project to install and utilize Automatic Vehicle Location, Global Positioning Systems in the Public Works fleet.
$24,000 Fuel Dispenser Upgrade
This will be year three of a four year project to upgrade fuel dispensers at all fuel sites. This project has been extended one year due to the fact that in-ground tank improvements weren eeded in 2009 to meet state regulations.
[They played by the rules and got everything they requested fully funded.]
VandenBrook says there are 5 projects that are on-going they do every year listed above.
Rhodes-Conway asks about AVL--GPS, asks to explain the in vehicle technology and the dash mounts they programmed. The programmed units show them turn by trun directions. The in unit equipment doesn't do the same thing. The two systems will kind of now talk to each other.
Rhodes-Conway asks if there is a system that works all together - he says there probably is, but we have alot invested in this system. Current project will buy more in unit pieces of equipment.
Verveer asks about fuel efficiency and American made vehicles - they are driving Hondas. Can we buy the big three to get fuel efficient vehicles? Answer is maybe - they are starting to build them. Hybrids that domestic manufactures are doing are more cost effective. Thinks they will have more american made in the future. Verveer asks about the Buy America - do you base it on content. Crown Victoria is the police car, but built in Canada. Even when domestic name plate, doesn't mean they are US components or assembled here. Percentages will change from year to year. He says a Ford Explorer has a german engine, french transmission but made in the US.
Bruer goes off on a tangent . . . .
Verveer asks if they buy locally in terms of dealerships. Some of them have Milwaukee county dealer plate holders. He says they try whenever possible. He says there can be issues if the vendors don't fill out all the paperwork to do business with the City of Madison. After $25,000 may not want to fill out the paperwork.
Information Technology
$1,450,000 Hardware and Software Upgrades
This project funds equipment and software upgrades and expansion of the City's data and voice communication network infrastructure, including servers, PC workstations, laptops, printers, scanners, network routers and switches, network operating systems, network management software, purchased office software suites and development software. The upgrades
are required for improved network performance and improved reliability, ease of administration and security. Infrastructure upgrades funded in this project will provide the capability for the implementation of additional E-Government services, growth of IP Telephony, Document Imaging, and mobile computing in City departments.
$180,000 Network Security
This is an ongoing project to maintain or improve the security posture of the City's computer network. Security improvements for desktop PC's, the City's fleet of mobile devices (which includes laptops, smart phones and notepads), servers, access to the City network via City-owned wireless hotspots, and physical security of operation centers and wiring closets are included in this project. In addition to software and hardware purchases, this account is used to fund security assessments and consulting.
$500,000 Property Assessment System
This project funds the purchase of a new computer system for the administration of property assessment and taxation functions, specifically property data management, sales analysis, property valuation, and property tax collection. This project replaces an obsolete system with a modern Computer-Aided-Mass-Appraisal (CAMA) system that combines all assessment and taxation functions into one integrated program. The taxation part of the project is a collaboration with Dane County.
$50,000 Enterprise GIS
Information Technology ha sundertaken a project to bring together the various silos of geographic information maintained by various agencies throuhout the City. This project provides for continued growth and expansion of the centralized GIS system. A centralized GIS facilitates greater analysis in the areas of public safety and neighborhood issues, and provides more relevant, timelyinformationtoprospectivebusinesses.ThisprojectprovidesforadditionallicensesandsoftwareneededtocontinuethiseffortandprovidesmappingcapabilitiesforawiderangeofCitydpartmentsandcitizensinanadhocinternetenvironment.
$4,650,000 Enterprise Financial System
A new financial software package to b eused by all City departments will include General Ledger, Payroll and HR modules and will be implemented with the assistance of the selected vendor. Outlying years continue the integration with other systems and elimination of the silos offinancial data. G.O. debt includes $1,750,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$160,000 Mobile Computing Laptops
This project replaces 45 mobile data laptop computers installed in Madison Police Department squad cars and Fire vehicles. With 150 mobile laptop computers installed in Police and Fire vehicles, this project has an anual hardware replacement requirements. Future plans to utilize mobile laptops as part of the ELAM system will increase the number of devices to nearly twice as many as today.
$180,000 Purchased Software Enhancements
Purchased software packages can only be modified by the vendor. Software changes identified by customers and major vendor upgrades cannot be made unless funding is provided. Applications that are modified or upgraded by vendors include Police and Fire records, legislation tracking, electronic document management system, point-of-sale and smaller systems developed for various agencies by contract programmers. Inaddition, as software usage grows there is often a need to purchase additional customer licenses.
$160,000 Expand Fiber and Wireless Networks
This project provides for the installation of high-speed fiber optic cable or wireless connections to City facilities and takes advantage of planned street openings to run fiber to existing City buildigs. There are numerous City facilities that could benefit from line speed upgrades including firestations, waterwells, libraries and the Villager Mall. This project allows the City to take advantage of comparatively low-cost wiring opportunities as they arise.
$620,000 Enterprise Land and Asset Management System
TheEnterpriseLandandAssetManagement(ELAM)ProjectintegrateswiththeCity'sgeographicinformationanddocumentmanagementsystems,providingforenterprise-wideanalysisofactivitiesthroughouttheCity.
$100,000 Printer replacement
Thisprojectfundstheconsolidationofmultipledevices,suchasfaxmachines,scanners,printers,andcopiers,intoonemulti-functiondevice(MFD)inordertoimprovetheenvironment,reducecosts,andmakeprintingsolutionsmoresustainable.InworkareaswhereanMFDisnotthemostefficientsolution,areplacementnetworkprinterthatmeetsthestandardslaidoutinAdministrativeProcedureMemorandum4-5willbeinstalled.Thisisamulti-yearprojectintendedtoreplacetheCity'sfleetofoldprintersandtoimplementtheplandefinedinAPM4-5.
$50,000 911 Phone Locator
Thisprojectwillallowformoregranular911locationinformationforIPtelephoneuserslocatedinlargeCity-ownedfacilities.Currentlytheaddressinformationisdisplayedas210MartinLutherKingatthe911Center;however,noroomnumberorfloorinformationisprovided.
$300,000 Public Works Workforce Schedule System
ThisprojectprovidesforthepurchaseofapersonnelschedulingsystemforthePublicWorksDepartmentthatinterfaceswiththecurrentpayrollsystm.Thesystemhasawebinterfaceaswellasavoiceresponsesystem,andcanautomaticallycallinpersonnelwhenneeded.Thesystemencompassesschedulingforatleast850employeesfromEngineering,WaterUtility,SewerUtility,Parks,TrafficEngineering,ParkingUtility,FleetService,andStreets.
[They got $20,000 less than requested for Network Security, $15,000 less for Enterprise GIS, 2.6M more for the Enterprise Financial System, $20,000 less for Purchased Software Enhancements and no funding for the Enterprise Contract Management System.]
Verveer moved IT ahead since they were at the table, there was no objection. Beadles says the budget does a good job of replacing end of life software and hardware. The 911 phone locator project is new on the list. When IP phones were set up we went with the cheaper option but 911 doesn't know where the person is calling from if they call from the city becuase all phones say city-county building. This system will allow them to better identify where the call is coming from.
Clear asks about the implementation schedule since they have so much going on. He asks the interim director (Brasser) about the porject. Beadles says that the property assessment system is a joint project with dane county, can do some shared billing and issued a joint rfp. Financial system and asset management system and will see changes in Nov and Dec. Public works system is slated for workforce management, scheduling staff , right numbers of people and calling back crews for emergencies, automates the union rules. Finance system will be started next year. Clear asks if they will need more staff. Brasser says that project costs include software company services. Clear asks if it will be contract staff, Brasser says that we want to develop expertise and use consultants from outside. Vendors will help set up on-going support. Brasser says issued intent to contract last year, but still in phase of negotiating contract terms and price. Also need to do more due diligence ot make sure system chosen actually works. Clear asks if it is the same as the county system. Barsser says yes but they haven't implemented some major modules like payroll. Clear asks if there is a workplan. Beadles says not a formal workplan, but a list of major porjects. Clear says he wants to see a detailed schedule to help us understand how and when and with what resources you will be able to pull all this off especially since no director til March or April.
Verveer asks about 911 email and the accidentally hitting the panic alarm. They say those are separately hard wired. Not tied to 911 system. Rich says suggestions for the upgrades came from the 911 center. He says this covers the whole city.
Rhodes-Conway asks about replacement and what we do with our old equipment. He says they recycle it. Says not much life left in the equpment - try to refurbish and then if can't disassuemble them.
Bidar-Sielaff asks about harware contracts and how we upgrade them. They say they purchase everything from Dell exclusively, we don't lease, this is a capital expense and you can't purchase leases through the capital budget. They do have a replacement cycle of 5 years. Their servers also replaced on a 5 year cycle.
Brasser says that we can buy equipment with state contract so get good pricing.
Comtpon asks about how much they spend on mailing - everything except the tax bills. She saks about notifying people by email or phone instead of mail. She asks if the new technology in the budget that would be able reduce mailing. They say they don't have anything in the budget to address this. They try to address it on a case by case basis, but there is no central mail room. Each agency does it on their own. Compton says that many parts of the country have a calling system or email. He explains how mycitymadison.com works and says there are 70 different email lists and that there are 8 or 10 things that they send out text notifications on now. They don't have telephone notifications. The county has a reverse 911 system. The water utility is looking into a sytem to notify their customers when there is something wrong with the system.
Clear asks if ELAM can store alternate contacts for property owners and residents. The assessment system could, but not sure if it is the place to do that. Notes that city only knows owners, not renters.
I didn't have time to get to Water, Traffic Engineering or Parking Utility and I missed part of it, but I will include it in tomorrows post. And then I have to do the second night as well. Read more!
INTRODUCTION OF MAYOR'S CAPITAL BUDGET
Brasser says that there is $185M total capital budget, $99M will be borrowed, $87M of other funding mostly state and federal transportation funds. Also TIF funding would be considered "other funding". He reminds the council that capital budget comes back to operating budget for operating costs. Show charts about debt as % of Equalized Value currently it is at 1.15% of the tax value. We are limited in Wisconsin to 5% so at 1.15% we are well below the limits available under state law. It has come up a bit in the last few years, but still within the limits. Other graph more is problematic. Ratio of Debt Service to total general fund. As a policy we try to keep it below 12.5%, historically at or below that target and still below it next year, but as we borrow more, and capital budgets have been growing, it could grow up to 18% as we look at capital improvements need to consider how that impacts future budgets.
Rhodes-Cownay asks how realistic these numbers are, every year the graph looks the same, and never hit that high curve - is that because each year we don't do all the borrowing that is authorized? Brasser says that the 5 year capital improvement program is subject to change every year. The last several years we have not borrowed everything that has been authorized. The extent of how much less is difficult to predict.
Rhodes-Conway asks how accurate this is? How accurate is our 5 year plan? Brasser says he doesn't have a copy of the chart that shows actual borrowing vs budgeted, those numbers are starting to diverge more and they used to be more similar. She says she's trying to ask about the 5 year plan and I don't think Brasser has that information. Clear tries to help her out and ask the question differently. Brasser says that it is not uncommon for projects to be delayed for a year or two, but in most cases, the major efforts or projects eventually happen.
Verveer asks about the numbers of what we authorize vs what we borrow. Brasser says last year's adopted cap budget authorized $84M in borrowing and that week they borrowed $106M, $44M was refinancing, $62M was what was approved for this year. $18.6M has been carried forward and will need to be "reauthorized".
Verveer asks about reauthorizations not being noted in the budget. He asks for Brasser to explain reauthorizations and if they are enumerated if they are reauthorized. He asks for a list of reauthorizations. Brasser says they are doing that and its on page 1, in the 2010 executive budget there is $98.8M of borrowing and $18.6 is from this years' budget.
Bruer asks if this year all the reauthorizations have been approved? Brasser says that they will make the list available tomorrow night.
Verveer asks specifically about parks projects that might not have gotten done, they should be noted in 2010 to reauthorize money that isn't in there. Verveer uses Peace Park as an example, and comes to the conclusion that they need to double check that. If not started, needs authorization for 2010.
Brasser says that also putting together this year's borrowing projects and there are some projects that we borrowed money for and that authorization is still there. Brasser says to ask them individually if they have any questions about projects.
Pham-Remmele asks a question I don't understand and can't hear. . . says she was told this is the worst budget ever since the depression and says taxpayers are watching us. She is thrilled to hear that we have a good bond rating. She says that we should buy things when they were cheap. Asks some question, about debt service % change and talks about poor taxpayers who trying to keep job, keep sanity until economy turns around, and asks what the guidelines are that they should use.
Brasser says good time to borrow, but also the two charts are the two main points, we have alot of capacity cuz we have good credit, but it does impact the operating budget. We do have to pay it back in the future. She says that there is an election in 2011 and doesn't want people to be held accountable because they were careless. [At least I think that was what she said. Not sure what her point was.]
Brass talks about the target or guideline for % of equalized value. Brasser says there is no policy, 90s was rapid growth in property value so the ratio was going down as the assessed value continued to grow, in the last few years, property value has slowed, so line is function of larger factors. He notes many municipalities are at their 5% limit. Clear also asks about the "dragon graph" and asks about 2010 is projected? Clear says that Mayor saya that in 2009 most of the projects actually happened. But the borrowing amount was about 25% less, but is that 25% difference typical. Brasser points out sometimes a project gets started but not finished and so funds need to be carried over. [This sounded like the same questions Rhodes-Conway asked, I wonder if clear was out of the room for that discussion?]
Bruer reminds new alders that they should ask comptrollers staff and department heads if they have any questions. Will save lots of time if you ask ahead of time. Also reminds them to contact alders about projects in other districts - protocol and expected courtesy. Blah . . .blah . . . blah . . . Then he explains the process that department heads will do a presentation or respond to questions.
Monona Terrace
$375,000 (Room Tax) Building & Building Improvements
It is important that Monona Terrace be maintained at a first-class level to continue and enhance revenue streams. The success of the facility is based on its marketability and its competitiveness both regionally and nationally. Monona Terrace must maintain and enhance the physical building, current fixtures and services in order to continue to meet and service the expectations of clients and guests. A sample of the items that are planned for 2010 include Air wall renovation, window replacement and caulking replacement.
$50,000 (Room Tax) Machinery and Other Equipment
The Machinery and Other Equipment projects are required to meet customer needs and maintain marketability. Expenditures in this category include scheduled replacement of service and building equipment, including furniture, staging equipment, maintenance equipment, and kitchen equipment.
$10,000 (Room Tax) Bike Path Resurfacing
This is a project to fund a study regarding resurfacing of the bikepath where it has been damaged over time by the proximity to the lake and other reasons. The study will indicate what action is needed. Funding is shown in 2012 for any necessary improvements.
[They got everything they requested, in the amount requested. They are $1,000 under the Mayor's 20% reduction requested, as adjusted by the Comptrollers office.]
Jim Hess and the finance person for Monona Terrace spealk. Hess notes it is all Room Tax, no debt financing in this request. Budget was approved and reviewed by board of directors. Met directive to reduce last years budget. Cut some projects and delayed others. Majority of projects are in building improvements, and the reason they are doing them is to keep it in like new conditions, groups are no longer coming there because it is new, but because of excellent service. Some of projects include replacing the air walls - the track and rollers need replacement, exterior caulking of building is maintenance to prevent leaks, technology upgrade of $125,000 to add wireless internet access points and upgrade the network equipment - driven by clients. Attendees are dependent on the wireless. Some of the equipment is 9 years old. Audio visual makes money for the department. Window replacement is for failing windows. Company that put the windows in no longer in business. Should be near end of replacement project. Tile renovation project is a maintenance, presents a liability issue when the tiles wobble. Money for updating escalators to meet state codes. $10,000 for bike path resurface to study what need to do with the bike path - replace or what can be done to prolong the life. [At this point, there are some nervous looks among staff in the back of the room. I think they are surprised, as I was, that there was so much explanation about the budget as most of them just say they are available to answer questions.]
Rhodes-Conway asks about internet access and the two tiered slower and faster connection for those with password. He says he thinks that the free access is good enough. He says most of the customers are the conferences themselves. They give the passcode out to 100 people. Yes, will keep the two tiered system.
Bidar-Sielaff asks about the study. If you know what the problems are what will we get with the study. Hess says Nelson suggested it, we don't know what is going on. The bike path is over the water and its structural, they need some expert advice. Bidar-Sielaff asks if engineering staff has that expertise. Hess says he'll check first.
Public Health
$20,000 Lab Equipment Replacement
Replacement of laboratory equipment: laboratory walk-in cooler, an incubator, a pH meter, and oven. Most of this equipment was acquired more than 30 years ago, well past the expected life of this equipment.
$40,000 Field Based Equipment
While the population of Madison and Dane County continues to grow, no Public Health Nurse positions have been added since at least 2003. Public Health recognizes that even though there is increasing demand for services, given the current fiscal constraints, it is unreasonable to expect to increase the number of nurses for the next several years. To respond to the growing needs, the Department is seeking ways to make the current staff more efficient in their work by funding the purchase of field-based devices. Funding includes $40,000 of reauthorized General Obligation debt.
56,544 Computer Replacement
Funds for the replacement of computer equipment. Funding includes $48,544 of reauthorized General Obligation Debt.
$166,248 Integrated Software System
Public Health currently inputs data in to two state-mandated data systems and has about 20 other smaller databases that are used. Client information needs to be entered whenever a client record is created in any of these databases. Scheduling is done by hand. IT has indicated that Public Health needs integrated data systems to operate efficiently.
[They requested, but did not receive money for Remodel CCB 5th Floor for Public Health Offices $150,000 and they originally requested $182,000 for the Integrated Software System but only received $166,248 or $15,752 sort.]
Dr. Schlenker not here, at county meeting. Lab equipment more than 30 years old. Walk in cooler largest project at least 42 years old. $166,000 software, merger has resulted in 22 databases they maintain. 2 year project. Computer replacement, much of it reauthoriztion. Field devices needed cuz won't be hiring any new nurses and need to make them effiicient.
Rhodes-Conway asks about the lab equipment and asks if there is something that they can be energy efficient about the new equipment that might use less energy and wil save on operating costs. He doesn't know. On the software system she asks about what is requested and what is in the executive budget. He says they are able to get what they need because of pricing in the market, if they hold up. On the field base devices, what are they and how do they improve productivity. Tablet computers improve effieicncy and customer satisfaction. They were thinking about tablet computers but they are able to connect directly to the data system with the laptops.
Miscellaneous (Zoo Improvements, City Channel, Treasurer, Election Equipment)
$99,500 Henry Vilas Zoo Improvements
This project provides funding for improvements to be made to the Henry Vilas Zoo. Under the current agreement, zoo operating costs are split between Dane County and the City of Madison on an 80/20 ratio, while capital costs are shared on a voluntary basis. General Obligation Debt includes $52,000 in funding reauthorized from the 2009 Capital Budget.
$20,000 (Municipal Video Service Trust Fund) City Channel Improvements
This project provides for the digital creation and archiving of Madison City Channel's program files. Other funding is a transfer in from the Municipal Video Service Trust Fund.
$26,000 Rapid Mail Extractor
Funding for the purchase of rapid mail extraction equipment for the City Treasurer's Office. This equipment has the capability to open and sort mail at rates up to 4,500 pieces per hour.
[Henry Vilas Zoo Improvements $14,500 less than requested, City Channel Improvements 170,000 less than requested, Remittance Processor Upgrade 125,000 not granted.]
Treasurer doesn't usually have a request, for the office equipment he hands around brochure with a picture of the equipment. He says that he tries to identify day to day tasks to do more efficiently. They open about half million pieces of mail every year. Water Utility is talkinga bout going to monthly billing and that will increase the volume of mail. Saw it in use at MG&E and AmFam. Staff can open 600 pieces per hour, the machine can do 4,500 per hour. Pay off for machine is about 3 years. Regardless of Water Utility, will save half hour to 4 to 5 hours per year ecpending upon the time of year.
Bidar-Sielaff asks if they have room for the machin, and yes they have it.
Verveer asks about remittance processor upgrade - Gawenda says that request was tied to Water Utility request and if they don't do the change now, they are ok for now and don't need it. Currently the equipment meets the need but will have need it when Water Utility goes to mothly billing.
City Channel didn't have a presentation.
Rhodes-Conway asks about archiving and how long they keep the files? They keep them forever and all publicly available on the website. She notes they didn't get everything they asked for - not sure if they want to talk about it? Clark explains they are in a transition becuase of the liklihood that the PEG funding will go away in 2011. This is first time he ever appeared here for the use of these funds. In the next couple years are going to be tight without the PEG funds and they won't be able to make needed upgrades in their equipment. Some of the cameras are 10 years old. Production folks have a 5 year plan for their needs for equipment.
Verveer asks about the money they have and if this will adress the issues about the video not working for council meetings. Clark says this is totally different. They are workngn to get this resolved. Brad says he can't explain the difference. Dave from IT says that this equipment will get them what they currently don't have. Clark says $20,000 will be HP acquisition camera, nothing to do with storage.
IT answers question about indexing the council meeting, says it is not resolved, going through a plan, still identifying the problem. They are on step three. Also looking at alternatives. Don't know if any of the solutions will work. Says they are working on it with soemthing for the Health Department that might help this issue.
Verveer asks about the Trust Fund - Clark says equipment was always funded by the PEG fees so in a year or so, the fund will be gone. Verveer asks if this is the same as quarterly updates, and Brasser says that PEG funds goes to three areas. Operating, capital and WYOU and that money is disappearing over the next couple years. Won't be able to cover costs. Brasser says that the council never saw the fund before, Clark just made the capital pruchases and they brought it into the operating budget format and they will see the funds dry up.
Clear has a question about the Zoo and county contribution to the capital projects. Brasser says we pay 20% operating and volunteer on capital costs, we currently have a 10% contribution to the county's projects. They point out that there is a huge public contribution.
Clear asks about election equipment. Brasser said the Clerk says there is no need for replacement at this point because of delays in implementation of the state laws.
Clausius asks about history on the zoo contributions. Brasser says several times in the past we have made a contribution - usually city share discussed in advance and this is based on their plans.
Metro Transit
7,959,000 (Stimulus Funding) Transit Coaches
Replacement of Transit Coaches (14 buses in 2010, 13 buses in 2011, 13 buses in 2012 and 15 buses each in 2013, 2014 and 2015). The buses in 2010 will be hybrid buses, fully funded with Federal ARRA Stimulus funding. All buses will meet both EPA emissions standards and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
98,000 (392,000 Other funding) Building Remodeling Projects
Reauthorization of one project not yet completed and funding for new projects in 2010. The reauthorization project is for a HVAC upgrade ($50,000 total, funded with $40,000 in Federal funds and $10,000 in G.O. debt). The 2010 budget includes a project to replace the lighting in the bus storage and maintenance areas ($150,000). Metro has applied for FTA TIGGER funding for the lighting. If that application is approved, FTA will fund 100% of the lighting project. Additional building remodeling projects include a remodeling contingency for emergencies ($40,000), painting and refurbishing one transfer point ($50,000), replacing one of the air conditioning units ($30,000), replacing the maintenance exhaust hose system ($20,000) and repaving the parking lot ($150,000). Eighty percent of these projects will be funded with Federal funds and the local share will come from General Obligation Debt. $10,000 of the General Obligation Debti s reauthorized from 2009.
96,400 ($535,600 Other Funding) Transit System Upgrades
Acquire equipment and software to improve operations. Applications will include security cameras for buses ($125,000 ),DVR network cards ($60,000), electronic display signs ($27,000), Coordinated Transportation software module ($200,000), phone upgrade for screen shots ($10,000), additional automatic passenger counters ($50,000), and other associated technologies, including wireless security at three transfer points ($150,000) and continuation of a pilot project for bus stop schedule information ($10,000). These projects will make the operations of the transit system more efficient and convenient for passengers and provide the transit system with accurate ridership data. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$1,000,000 ($4,000,000 other funds) Replace Fare box System
Replacement of the current GFI Fare box system, which has exceed edits useful life. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$100,800 ($403,200 Other Funds) North Transfer Point Park and Ride Lot Expansion
Expand the North Transfer Point (NTP) Park and Ride Lot. Metro will lease additional land and make improvements on a site adjacent to the existing NTP Park and Ride Lotsite. This expansion should increase ridership. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$10,000 (40,000 Other Funding) Building Expansion/Remodelling
This project is for the initial Site Location Analysis requested by the Mayor needed for the expansion and remodeling of the Transit Administration an Operations offices, maintenance and bus storage facility. The budget in 2011 through 2015 will allow for the engineering and design costs (architect) necessary for the building expansion and improvements as determined by the Building Needs Analysis Study that was completed in 2005 and the commencemnt of the construction project. Eighty percent of the cost of these projects will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
$10,000 ($40,000 Other Funds) Particulate Trap Cleaning System
This project is to purchase a Particulate Trap Cleaning System. Eighty percent of the cost of this project will be funded by Federal funds and the local share will come from general obligation debt.
[Transit Coaches $9,050,544 was requested by 7,595,000 was granted. $1,455,544 short. Building Expansion/Remodeling requested 800,000 but only 50,000 was granted. $750,000 short.]
Kamp isn't there. Staff explains that the total budget is $14M but only borrow $1.3M because the majority of the funding comes from federal government, 80% generally but a little bit higher this year. $8M is coming from stimulus money and no debt at all. The building remodeling fund includes lighting that is now funded by a TIGGER grant. Several system upgrades including wireless security at 3 transfer points again 100% funded. Fareboxes will all be replaced along with the technology. Current ones are 18 years old and wearing out. $5M will be spent on that. Expansion of North Transfer point and park and ride is half million.
Rhodes-Conway asks abouthybrid busses. She asks how many we will buy in the future. He says they aren't planning on buying any more becuase of the additional costs. Those decisions will be made in future years. She asks to get an update on the differences in costs between teh hybrid buses and the regular ones. They only have 5 at the moment, this will add 14 more. The fuel economy info they have, will look into maintenance issues.
Rhodes-Conway asks about the farebox info and if they will be upgrading technology or just replacing them. He says they have a team looking at it and are considering contactless machines where you don't have to swipe a card. Milwaukee is also making a similar decision and they will consult with them.
Rhodes-Conway asks if the system distinguishes transfers from other rides. He says yes, it is monitored, but obviously with the unlimited ride passes they can't measure those.
Clear asks a question, but the sound went out and I didn't hear it.
Claussius asks about the North Transfer Point - they are expanding the parking because it is so heavily used. Oscar Mayer has some space they are not using. $100,000 is for the lease and the rest is the upgrades. Clausius asks if they are going to use it for a jumping off point for shared rides to the Center for Industry and Commerce. He says he is very interested in that.
Facilities Management
190,000 (20,000 Other Funds) Energy Efficiency Improvements
This project continues to fund energy efficiency improvements for City buildings. Projects in 2009 included lighting up grades at Streets East and Fairchild Building, installing industrial fans to destratify air to save heating energy at Streets and Emil Street, and air sealing at a number of fire stations. For 2010, projects will include outdoor LED lighting at fire and police stations, installation of industrial fans to destratify air to have heating energy at Streets, TE, and Fleet, and air sealing and additional insulation at various fire stations and public works buildings. Funding will be targeted toward those projects which yield a 10% return on investments from energy savings. Other funding is from a federal grant.
$200,000 CCB - 201 Council Chambers
The project is to remodel the Council Chambers Room 201 CCB. The project is estimated to cost $400,000 with the County and the City sharing the cost 50/50. The Plan Commission, ALRC, and Municipal Court also use this room. The project envisions a room that would be ADA compliant and have video screens so that the meeting participants and the public can view the presentatios being deliberated. The project also will increase energy savings through improvements to the windows, which are single pane glass. This project includes $200,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$200,000 Building Improvements
In 2010, this funding will be used to maintain the numerous buildings that Facilities Management maintains. Projects may include the following: air conditioning capital repairs at North Police, South Health, Streets East, Fleet Services and heating capital repairs at Fairchild, South Health, Fire Station #5, and Streets West. In addition, various plumbing, roof and tuck pointing repairs at various buildings will need to be made. Additional funding in the account is available to deal with unanticipated capital repairs that may need to be made throughout the year.
372,400 Engineering Office Remodel
This project is to replace the ceiling and lighting in Engineering first floor CCB. In addition, this project will remodel the front counterspace to make it ADA compliant, install carpeting throughout and create a breakroom for Engineering employees. This project will include moving Engineering Annex (Room 107A) to rooms 112 and 118, which currently house County Supervisors and the County Clerk. This will provide Engineering with needed extra square footage and also move Engineering Annex closer to the Main Office. The Sanitary Sewer Utility will be paying for 27% and the Stormwater Utility will be paying for 24% of this project, leaving 49% funded through General Obligation Debt.(These expenses are noted in Sewer and Stormwater Utilities Budgets.)
$151,000 CCC Treasurer Office Remodel
This project will remodel office space to provide additional workroom areas and a conference room, and it will revise existing offices and storage areas. This project includes $150,520 reauthorized from 2009.
$100,000 Renewable Energy
This project is to implement solar electric, solar thermal system, or other solar technologies at various locations throughout the City. Sites under consideration for 2010 are Streets West, Fire Stations #11 and #7, Police West and Warner Park. The systems will produce electrical energy, domestic hot water or heat for the buildings or the electrical grid. The City of Madison is a US Department of EnergySolar America City, one of only 25 in the country. Solar America Cities showcase renewable energy projects.
$230,200 City County Building Improvements
This project represents the City's share of renovations scheduled for the City-County Building. The major items include renovation of the HVAC and electrical systems.
$200,000 Madison Fire Department - Major HVAC
In 2009, an assessment of the Fire Administration and Fire Station #1 was conducted. The result of that assessment was to use the 2009 building funding to replace an aging air conditioner at Fire Station #1. In future years, the plan is to improve the building envelope and to replace the heating system, which could be downsized because of the building envelope improvements. This project includes $100,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$55,000 Common Council Security Improvements
The scope of this project is to install new walls, doors, and windows to provide added security with in the Council office suite.
$1,000,000 (Other Funding) AARA Energy Efficiency Funding
ARRA - Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program. Projects include lighting retrofits at the following locations: Olbrich Gardens, Fleet Services, Summit Parks Maint .Facility, Fire Station #6, #7, #8, #10 ,and Traffic Engineering-Sayle Street. This project will also fund lighting at the new South Madison Branch Library and LED Street Lights in the downtown area. Other funding is from the grant.
[ADA Accommodations was moved to the Treasurer's remodel project. Requested $70,000 ($35,000 was reauthorized from 2009) Its $35,000 less than requested. Energy Efficiency Improvements requested 210,000, granted 190,000, $20,000 short. The Development Services Center $1,600,000 was denied. Requested Building Improvements 265,000, only given 200,000. $65,000 short. Only given 372,000 for Engineering - Remodel and Ceiling Replacement which requested 914,000. $542,000 short. City Treasurer Remodel only requested 116,000 but recieved 151,000, an extra $35,000 from the ADA Accomodations project. Renewable Energey requested 105,000 and got 100,000, $5,000 short. City-County Building Improvements requested 150,00 but got 230,200 instead. An extra $80,200. Denied CCB HR Reception Remodel - 5th Floor $277,000. Also denied City Assessor Ceiling Replacement and Break Room $215,000]
Hoffman says energy audit done and the Energy Efficiency money used to address those issues. She talks about fans that recirculate hot air that gathers at the tops of the buildings. Addding insulation and air sealing several fire stations. Using Focus on Energy rebates for many of these projects. For 2010 continuing to do similar projects a along with installing LED lighting around police and fire stations. LED lights are less energy intesive and less maintenance. Target at least 10% payback on the projects. They show the payback rates on spreadsheets. Remodeling of Council Chambers, contacted County to get an update, but no info. Will forward it when she gets it. Anticipates that there hasn't been any progress.
Verveer asks when the last time was she heard. She says the county put several projects on hold and this was one of them. They are talking about getting together a group of users to talk about the scope of the project, but that hasn't moved forward.
Hoffman continues presentation - Building improvement fund is used to maintain buildings. Lightening strikes and emergency repairs is what they use this money for. Engineering remodel is to swap parks space and engineering space. County Board is moving to the front of the building, Engineering will move into their space and then 911 will move into the Engingeering space. They just approved that earlier in their meeting. Engineering has old ceiling and lighting and needs an ADA accessible counter, putting in carpeting, expanding conference rooms and upgrading the breakroom. It will partially be funding by stormwater utility based on staffing levels. The Treasurer remodel is a reauthorization, parking utility is also to multispace meters and so that will impact the treasurers office, the coins take up alot of space and they need room for the new equipment. The process is noisy and they can't have that with 911 moving in. The coins will be coming in a different spot. A design firm has been hired to remodel. Will be looking at if the funding is adequate. Will be looking for parking utility to fund part of the project. Gawenda says that the 09 budget item would have been sufficient except the county changes and the parking changes. Renewable energy project is for solar pv systems or solar thermal hot water systems. They have several potential sites. They have recieved recogniation that they are a Solar America City - one of 25 cities. City County building improvment is our share of costs to upgrade the building. Actual verified numbers. Major roof replacement. Also hot water solar on roof of City County Building. Madison Fire Department, half reauthroization and half new. Fire Admin and Fire Station number 1 are connected and HVAC is original to when building was built and lots of issues. Are replacing aging equipment. Air conditioning unit in 2010 and major things in years to come. Energy Audits showed the fire station one was one of major energy users. Also, council office security. Gates and other items will be installed. Also on ARRA funding is city engineering lighting projects. CDBG office and engineering working on this funding now. Some of the projects may be able to be done this year.
Verveer asks about the LED lighting and street lighting. She says that they have LED lighting at many public works sites and a part of the ARRA funding is for LED street lighting, about 100,000 of the funding.
Verveer asks how many lights that gets us. Hoffman doesn't know. She has the info, its in the grant application.
Verveer asks Bruer about security upgrades for the council office. Is this what we think is necessary? Bruer says yes. Bruer says that they were going to look at more security. Verveer says that he thinks it is important for CCOC to approve the plan and that he'd be ok with the comfort language.
Verveer also asks about the Treasurer's office so that they can do a budget amendment. Gavenda says he'll contact them when the info comes in.
Rhodes-Conway asks that all alders get the concept plans.
Rhodes-Conway asks about getting handles on the front door of the building so people can go in and out of each of the doors. Duly noted.
Pham-Remmele asks about security in the council chambers and how do we know that upset people won't shoot at the Mayor or the lawyer or at any of us. Several times they are very upset people coming in. Hoffman says that the plans for room 201 are being revisited, items to be upgraded was the microphone system, making the dais ADA accessible and better audio visual equipment so that even the audience could see it when they do presentations. She said she didn't think there was anything about security. But, the users of that room will get together and they could discuss security. Pham-Remmele says for her, this is more importnat.
Bidar-Sielaff asks question about South Health Department and if this is the Villager. Hoffman says yes. These are areas where there could be maintenance issues.
Streets
$68,200 Buildings and Grounds
This is a continuing project to fund the replacement and upgrade of facility and grounds components at the Streets Division's vehicle bays, office and storage sites. Work is performed to replace or improve components that are damaged, have aged beyond their useful life, or for other reasons detract from effective and efficient delivery of services. Funding is provided in 2010 for projects that may include replacement of windows at the Sycamore Avenue facility, upgrade of the fire control system to building codes, and replacement of overhead doors. Future projects include window replacement and installation of a transfer switch at the Badger Road site.
$334,000 Equipment
This is a continuing program to replace aging or outmoded equipment and acquire new equipment to implement operational improvements and keep pace with a growing City. Expenditures in this category may include a snowblower that can be mounted on to an end loader for snow removal purposes, a tilt bed trailer to ferry articulating tractors and small equipment to and from field work, and a trailer with sides to assist in automated refuse and recycling cart exchanges, repairs and maintenance. An additional automated refuse/recycling truck is also requested to assist in the preventative maintenance program of the automated fleet.
$223,900 HVAC Updates
This project provides heating and air conditioning improvements to both the Badger Road facility and the Sycamore Avenue facility. Facilities Management has requested the following projects regarding HVAC systems at these two facilities :installation of a new boiler at Badger, replacement of the radiant heating systems in the vehicle bays at Badger and Sycamore, upgrade the HVAC control system to a more efficient system in the administrative areas and vehicle bays a tthe Sycamore Avenue facility for both the Streets Division and Parks-East maintenance. Future years' projects include continued upgrades of the HVAC systems to the more efficient DDC systems.
$42,500 Sycamore Drains
The floor drains in the building extension to the Sycamore Vehicle Storage facility are in need of repair and replacement. This addition to the vehicle storage area at Sycamore Avenue was built in 1985.
$90,000 Mezzanine Construction - Sycamore
Constructing a mezzanine over the existing storage area will expand storage space at the East Side Public Works Maintenance Facility. Inventoried work supplies and out of season equipment and parts will be stored in the mezzanine to allow for additional vehicle storage in the vehicle bays.
$65,000 Yard Improvements - Sycamore
Concrete bins will be constructed at the Sycamore Avenue drop-off site for the storage of yard waste, metals, rigid plastics, electronics and large items. This project will require some minor excavation work adjacent to the driving areas at the Sycamore site, allowing the construction of bins partially set into the embankment and out of the way of traffic flow. Future years' projects include adding a cold storage shed attached to the existing salt storage building at Sycamore.
$50,000 Sycamore and Badger Lighting
This project will continue replacing the lighting fixtures and installing lighting control sensors to the locker areas, shop areas, Parks cold storage and the administrative area of the Sycamore Avenue Public Works Facility. In addition, lighting control sensors will be completed in the vehicle bays at the Badger Road facility. Future years' projects include installation of LED outdoor lighting in both the Badger Road and Sycamore Avenue yards.
[They got everything as requested except they got zero funding for the South Point Storage Facility 250,000 and Yard Improvements - Badger 360,000]
Upgrades to existing facilities and maintaining existing facilities and some new quipment. Badger Rd is 27 years old, Sycamore is 32 years old and they are aging and need to be upgraded. Otherwise, keeping up with growth of city.
Thuy asks if they are going to cut any services. Schumacher says this is not operating budget.
Verveer asks about DNR order regarding stormwater run off and street cleaning. He saw another street sweeper that was reauthorized. Why wasn't it purchased and what are the plans for expanded street sweeping.
Schumacher says reauthorized amount is because they refurbished sweepers and discovered that they could wait another year, but they won't refurbish it for next year. The new one will be here in time for next years season. He also says that effectivness of street sweeping on stormwater runoff is not the most effective, the catch basins are more effective.
Fire
315,000 Fire Equipment
Thisprojectincludesthereplacementofthefollowingsafety,rescueandotheroperationalequipment:self-containedbreathingapparatusincludingequipmentforrepair;equipmentcarriedonapparatusforemergencyresponsesuchasairbags,extricationequipment,ventilationequipment,specialoperationsequipment,andmedicalequipment;andfirehose,accessoriesandtestingequipment.The2010fundingisalsoforthereplacementofdefibrillatorsontheambulances.Futureyears'fundingalsoincludesextricationequipment,ambulancestretchers,defibrillatorsonfireapparatusandotherDepartmentvehicles.
406,700 General Building Improvements
Olderbuildingsmustbeupgradedtoaddressdeterioration,security,energyefficienciesandaccommodationissuessuchasADA.Fundingisneededforroofs,heatingandcoolingsystems,windows,pavement/sidewalkreplacement,plumbing,exteriorbuildingrepairs(suchastuckpointing),kitchens,dorms,etc.Therenovationofabuildingisdoneinphasesbaseduponavailablefunding.Thisprojectincludes$150,000ofborrowingreauthorizedfrom2009.
205,000 Increase Ambulance Fleet
Fundingisincludedtoaddaneighthin-serviceambulancetoaddressthegrowthoftheCityandimproveresponsetimes.
693,000 (other Funding) AARA Assist. to Fire Fighters Grant
TheCityhassubmittedanapplicationforagranttodemolishandrebuildFireStationNo.2onGrandCanyonDr.Thegrantwillcovermostofthedemolition,design/engineeringandconstruction.TheCitywillberesponsibleforequippingandfurnishingtheStation.ThegranthasnotyetbeenawardedtotheCity.
[They requested an additional $100,000 in Fire Equipment, and additional $70,200 in General Building Improvements. They also requested Video Teleconferencing System $24,000 that was denied. And lastly, they requested grant money of FEMA Grant $490,000 & ARRA Assistance to Firefighters Station Construction Grant $5,331,100 that was apparently not received/granted.]
Amesqua says they have a good budget. Met the 20% goal. She says that item 1 is equipment which is general maintenance. Moved cuts to 2011 budget. Building improvements also reduced by 20% and $150,000 of that number is reauthorization from 2009. Far East side fire station won't occur until 2015 or after but have been able to secure property on far east side at Milwaukee and Sprecher. Increase in ambulance fleet so that beginning of 2nd quarter next year. Items 5, 6 & 7 will be after 2015 fire stations. Aerial ladder aparatus goes with item 14. Item 9 communications equipment will be 2012 funded, item 10 is a mobile training center, only a match of 20% when and if they get that grant. The Autopulse Resuscitation equipment is scheduled for 2011, the Knocks box security won't be til 2014. Video Conference equipment not funded. ARRA firefighters grant, demolish and rebuild station 2 to host a double station if they get the grant.
Verveer asks question about the training facility in anticipation of the police training facility discussion. Amesqua says that she thinks MATC has a better understanding of how they want to operate, especially with the paramedic program. UW Health, MATC and Fire are partners and it is a model for other projects to come. MATC has changed direction many times, but thiss is a positive and progressive movement to build a new facility - she thinks they have worked through it and thinks that they will have positive relations moving forward. Blum says that when they were looking at having their own facility and he and the mayor's office have been meeting. have gone down many paths, MATC came up with a good solution to rebuild classrooms and fire training facility - doesn't know the timeline. Next year doing the classroom piece. EMS is at Mineral Point for now. If and when they open the new facility, still need a place to train. Some parts they don't know about yet, driver training is something they are looking at. MATC has put some ideas on the table, but don't know where they are at.
Verveer asks about what happens when they get to agreement. They will likely need to cost share, right? Amesqua says they prefer MATC pay for their own facility, and that we just rent it. She thinks it will be workable.
Verveer asks if there was discussion about a joint facility. They say there was lots of discussion. Joel Plant says lots of discussion about former and current partnership and the future. Were looking at a campus for protective services to fill needs of police and fire and have a skidpad to train all drivers. But they split fire and police for the time being. Fire and MATC is tight, police have some other issues. After several years of conversations, it makes more sense to split it off into pieces. Short and intermediate term seems to be good to do our own thing. Discussions aren't over, but in order to continue training needs, needed to make some decisions.
Verveer also asks about project 11, autopulse resusication equipment. Wonders why not fully funded and what does that mean? Amesqua says it is funded in 2011. Verveer says it sounds like it is really important, why is ok to wait? Do we have current equipment? New Technology?
Blum says that prior to loss of medical director we were doing some trials that allowed them to take the autopulse out of service. They saved some use on the equipment, most of updates will be software. Will be back in service after first of year.
Rhodes Conway asks what a knocks box (I really have no idea how to spell that) is and what they use if for. Amesqua says it is a place to store a key. Traditionally fire departments have huge ring of knocks box keys, and if lose one it is a serious issue. This piece of equipment is a box on the fire truck. It has a personalized id code. You know the time and person that accesses the key.
Rhodes Conway asks about District 2 is demolition. Amesqua says that they want two rigs at that place and building isn't large enough, stimulus money will pay for it if they get the grant. Blum says that they have been looking at these upgrades. Engine, ladder and fire rescue is a double company. Architect says they can pack it all in but it might not be most comfortable situation. But as a result of the stimulus money they put things on hold. Looked at buying property but decided tear down and new station was better. If they don't get the money they will make it work.
Fleet Service
$1,517,100 (plus $2M in other funding - Fleet Service Reserves) Replace Equipment
This is a continuing program. The original fleet equipment replacement policy was developed in the mid 80’s. Beginning in 2008, Fleet Service began an extensive evaluation of the fleet equipment replacement schedule. The evaluation has included the likelihood of extending or shortening the expected life of some classifications of equipment. Fleet Service has developed a new formula that will better forecast the estimated replacement costs that will include the anticipated engine and overall manufacturing price increases required to meet the new 2010 EPA regulations, as well as the feasibility of purchasing equipment that will reduce fuel consumption and green house gas emissions of the City’s fleet. Other funding is from Fleet Service reserves.
$120,000 Facility Upgrade
Continuation of facility upgrades, including: Replace one aging heavy truck hoist, Repair shower drains (men's), Install heating in tire maintenance work area to better utilize limited shop space, and Freight elevator (helps to utilize limited shop space for parts inventory).
$1,040,000 Fire Equipment Replacement
Replace existing Fire Vehicles in accordance with Fire Department replacement policy. This constitutes two Rescues and one Ladder.
$80,000 GPS/AVL
This is the fifth year of an ongoing project to install and utilize Automatic Vehicle Location, Global Positioning Systems in the Public Works fleet.
$24,000 Fuel Dispenser Upgrade
This will be year three of a four year project to upgrade fuel dispensers at all fuel sites. This project has been extended one year due to the fact that in-ground tank improvements weren eeded in 2009 to meet state regulations.
[They played by the rules and got everything they requested fully funded.]
VandenBrook says there are 5 projects that are on-going they do every year listed above.
Rhodes-Conway asks about AVL--GPS, asks to explain the in vehicle technology and the dash mounts they programmed. The programmed units show them turn by trun directions. The in unit equipment doesn't do the same thing. The two systems will kind of now talk to each other.
Rhodes-Conway asks if there is a system that works all together - he says there probably is, but we have alot invested in this system. Current project will buy more in unit pieces of equipment.
Verveer asks about fuel efficiency and American made vehicles - they are driving Hondas. Can we buy the big three to get fuel efficient vehicles? Answer is maybe - they are starting to build them. Hybrids that domestic manufactures are doing are more cost effective. Thinks they will have more american made in the future. Verveer asks about the Buy America - do you base it on content. Crown Victoria is the police car, but built in Canada. Even when domestic name plate, doesn't mean they are US components or assembled here. Percentages will change from year to year. He says a Ford Explorer has a german engine, french transmission but made in the US.
Bruer goes off on a tangent . . . .
Verveer asks if they buy locally in terms of dealerships. Some of them have Milwaukee county dealer plate holders. He says they try whenever possible. He says there can be issues if the vendors don't fill out all the paperwork to do business with the City of Madison. After $25,000 may not want to fill out the paperwork.
Information Technology
$1,450,000 Hardware and Software Upgrades
This project funds equipment and software upgrades and expansion of the City's data and voice communication network infrastructure, including servers, PC workstations, laptops, printers, scanners, network routers and switches, network operating systems, network management software, purchased office software suites and development software. The upgrades
are required for improved network performance and improved reliability, ease of administration and security. Infrastructure upgrades funded in this project will provide the capability for the implementation of additional E-Government services, growth of IP Telephony, Document Imaging, and mobile computing in City departments.
$180,000 Network Security
This is an ongoing project to maintain or improve the security posture of the City's computer network. Security improvements for desktop PC's, the City's fleet of mobile devices (which includes laptops, smart phones and notepads), servers, access to the City network via City-owned wireless hotspots, and physical security of operation centers and wiring closets are included in this project. In addition to software and hardware purchases, this account is used to fund security assessments and consulting.
$500,000 Property Assessment System
This project funds the purchase of a new computer system for the administration of property assessment and taxation functions, specifically property data management, sales analysis, property valuation, and property tax collection. This project replaces an obsolete system with a modern Computer-Aided-Mass-Appraisal (CAMA) system that combines all assessment and taxation functions into one integrated program. The taxation part of the project is a collaboration with Dane County.
$50,000 Enterprise GIS
Information Technology ha sundertaken a project to bring together the various silos of geographic information maintained by various agencies throuhout the City. This project provides for continued growth and expansion of the centralized GIS system. A centralized GIS facilitates greater analysis in the areas of public safety and neighborhood issues, and provides more relevant, timelyinformationtoprospectivebusinesses.ThisprojectprovidesforadditionallicensesandsoftwareneededtocontinuethiseffortandprovidesmappingcapabilitiesforawiderangeofCitydpartmentsandcitizensinanadhocinternetenvironment.
$4,650,000 Enterprise Financial System
A new financial software package to b eused by all City departments will include General Ledger, Payroll and HR modules and will be implemented with the assistance of the selected vendor. Outlying years continue the integration with other systems and elimination of the silos offinancial data. G.O. debt includes $1,750,000 reauthorized from 2009.
$160,000 Mobile Computing Laptops
This project replaces 45 mobile data laptop computers installed in Madison Police Department squad cars and Fire vehicles. With 150 mobile laptop computers installed in Police and Fire vehicles, this project has an anual hardware replacement requirements. Future plans to utilize mobile laptops as part of the ELAM system will increase the number of devices to nearly twice as many as today.
$180,000 Purchased Software Enhancements
Purchased software packages can only be modified by the vendor. Software changes identified by customers and major vendor upgrades cannot be made unless funding is provided. Applications that are modified or upgraded by vendors include Police and Fire records, legislation tracking, electronic document management system, point-of-sale and smaller systems developed for various agencies by contract programmers. Inaddition, as software usage grows there is often a need to purchase additional customer licenses.
$160,000 Expand Fiber and Wireless Networks
This project provides for the installation of high-speed fiber optic cable or wireless connections to City facilities and takes advantage of planned street openings to run fiber to existing City buildigs. There are numerous City facilities that could benefit from line speed upgrades including firestations, waterwells, libraries and the Villager Mall. This project allows the City to take advantage of comparatively low-cost wiring opportunities as they arise.
$620,000 Enterprise Land and Asset Management System
TheEnterpriseLandandAssetManagement(ELAM)ProjectintegrateswiththeCity'sgeographicinformationanddocumentmanagementsystems,providingforenterprise-wideanalysisofactivitiesthroughouttheCity.
$100,000 Printer replacement
Thisprojectfundstheconsolidationofmultipledevices,suchasfaxmachines,scanners,printers,andcopiers,intoonemulti-functiondevice(MFD)inordertoimprovetheenvironment,reducecosts,andmakeprintingsolutionsmoresustainable.InworkareaswhereanMFDisnotthemostefficientsolution,areplacementnetworkprinterthatmeetsthestandardslaidoutinAdministrativeProcedureMemorandum4-5willbeinstalled.Thisisamulti-yearprojectintendedtoreplacetheCity'sfleetofoldprintersandtoimplementtheplandefinedinAPM4-5.
$50,000 911 Phone Locator
Thisprojectwillallowformoregranular911locationinformationforIPtelephoneuserslocatedinlargeCity-ownedfacilities.Currentlytheaddressinformationisdisplayedas210MartinLutherKingatthe911Center;however,noroomnumberorfloorinformationisprovided.
$300,000 Public Works Workforce Schedule System
ThisprojectprovidesforthepurchaseofapersonnelschedulingsystemforthePublicWorksDepartmentthatinterfaceswiththecurrentpayrollsystm.Thesystemhasawebinterfaceaswellasavoiceresponsesystem,andcanautomaticallycallinpersonnelwhenneeded.Thesystemencompassesschedulingforatleast850employeesfromEngineering,WaterUtility,SewerUtility,Parks,TrafficEngineering,ParkingUtility,FleetService,andStreets.
[They got $20,000 less than requested for Network Security, $15,000 less for Enterprise GIS, 2.6M more for the Enterprise Financial System, $20,000 less for Purchased Software Enhancements and no funding for the Enterprise Contract Management System.]
Verveer moved IT ahead since they were at the table, there was no objection. Beadles says the budget does a good job of replacing end of life software and hardware. The 911 phone locator project is new on the list. When IP phones were set up we went with the cheaper option but 911 doesn't know where the person is calling from if they call from the city becuase all phones say city-county building. This system will allow them to better identify where the call is coming from.
Clear asks about the implementation schedule since they have so much going on. He asks the interim director (Brasser) about the porject. Beadles says that the property assessment system is a joint project with dane county, can do some shared billing and issued a joint rfp. Financial system and asset management system and will see changes in Nov and Dec. Public works system is slated for workforce management, scheduling staff , right numbers of people and calling back crews for emergencies, automates the union rules. Finance system will be started next year. Clear asks if they will need more staff. Brasser says that project costs include software company services. Clear asks if it will be contract staff, Brasser says that we want to develop expertise and use consultants from outside. Vendors will help set up on-going support. Brasser says issued intent to contract last year, but still in phase of negotiating contract terms and price. Also need to do more due diligence ot make sure system chosen actually works. Clear asks if it is the same as the county system. Barsser says yes but they haven't implemented some major modules like payroll. Clear asks if there is a workplan. Beadles says not a formal workplan, but a list of major porjects. Clear says he wants to see a detailed schedule to help us understand how and when and with what resources you will be able to pull all this off especially since no director til March or April.
Verveer asks about 911 email and the accidentally hitting the panic alarm. They say those are separately hard wired. Not tied to 911 system. Rich says suggestions for the upgrades came from the 911 center. He says this covers the whole city.
Rhodes-Conway asks about replacement and what we do with our old equipment. He says they recycle it. Says not much life left in the equpment - try to refurbish and then if can't disassuemble them.
Bidar-Sielaff asks about harware contracts and how we upgrade them. They say they purchase everything from Dell exclusively, we don't lease, this is a capital expense and you can't purchase leases through the capital budget. They do have a replacement cycle of 5 years. Their servers also replaced on a 5 year cycle.
Brasser says that we can buy equipment with state contract so get good pricing.
Comtpon asks about how much they spend on mailing - everything except the tax bills. She saks about notifying people by email or phone instead of mail. She asks if the new technology in the budget that would be able reduce mailing. They say they don't have anything in the budget to address this. They try to address it on a case by case basis, but there is no central mail room. Each agency does it on their own. Compton says that many parts of the country have a calling system or email. He explains how mycitymadison.com works and says there are 70 different email lists and that there are 8 or 10 things that they send out text notifications on now. They don't have telephone notifications. The county has a reverse 911 system. The water utility is looking into a sytem to notify their customers when there is something wrong with the system.
Clear asks if ELAM can store alternate contacts for property owners and residents. The assessment system could, but not sure if it is the place to do that. Notes that city only knows owners, not renters.
I didn't have time to get to Water, Traffic Engineering or Parking Utility and I missed part of it, but I will include it in tomorrows post. And then I have to do the second night as well. Read more!
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