Dane public meetings in 2023
612 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Board
The Dane County Board is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances during its December 21 meeting. Key items include a real estate purchase for a new sheriff's precinct and updates to the county's comprehensive plan. The board will also consider a collective bargaining agreement for police supervisors.
- Purchase of Village of Windsor Municipal Building for Dane County Sheriff's Northeast Precinct
- Amending the Dane County Comprehensive Plan to incorporate Town of Oregon updates
- Collective bargaining agreement for the Dane County Wisconsin Professional Police Association Supervisory Law Enforcement Unit
- Contract award for CSS Parking Ramp Repair at 113 South Henry Street, Madison
- Addendum to house relocated Dane County Jail residents at Rock County Jail
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider several resolutions and ordinance amendments. Items include changes to county office hours, board of canvassers rates, and executive appointments.
- Amending Chapter 6 of the Dane County Code regarding county office hours (2023 OA-0591)
- Amending Chapter 6 of the Dane County Code regarding county office hours (2023 OA-0652)
- Increasing hourly rate for Board of Canvassers (2023 RES-2073)
- County Executive appointments (2023 RES-2414)
- Award of contract for the printing of optical scan ballots (2023 RES-2515)
Veterans Service Commission
The commission will review minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes reports regarding Veterans Ride with Pride and Emergency Assistance for the period of 2021-2023.
- Veterans Ride with Pride Report (2021-2023)
- Emergency Assistance Report (2021-2023)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive various reports. The agenda includes a program report on Family Engagement & Relationships and a director's report.
- Family Engagement & Relationships program report by Kula Yang
- Director Report by Carrie Edgar
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will meet to discuss updating language in a slideshow and updating the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes reports from the Chair and Staff, as well as a report on the 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace Plan.
- Updating language in EOC slideshow
- Discussing/updating 2024 meeting dates
- 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace Plan report
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee will hold public hearings on several rezoning petitions across various towns, including Burke, Cross Plains, and Pleasant Springs. The agenda also includes consideration of a business park plat in Cottage Grove and a survey map in Middleton. These items involve changes to property use, lot sizes, and residential setbacks.
- Rezoning 3180 Burke Rd (Town of Burke) to create one residential lot
- Rezoning East of 4541 County Highway J (Town of Cross Plains) to reduce lot size
- Rezoning 9368 Mack Road (Town of Roxbury) to separate residence from farmland
- Preliminary Plat for Swalheim Business Park in the Town of Cottage Grove
- Certified Survey Map for McDonald in the Town of Middleton to create three new lots
Dane County ALS Program Steering Committee
The committee will meet to consider previous minutes and conduct a vote for Chair and Vice Chair. Discussion items include the WAEMS Agreement, DGEMS Agreement, and an update on IGA Changes.
- Vote for Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of WAEMS Agreement
- Discussion of DGEMS Agreement
- IGA Changes Update
Tree Board
The Tree Board will discuss creating a new operating agreement and prioritizing future goals. Members will consider reinstating either the Policy or Outreach Workgroup. The agenda also includes discussions on tree preservation policies and forestry program funding.
- Creation of a new Tree Board Operating Agreement
- Decision on reinstating the Policy or Outreach Workgroup
- Development of a tree preservation resolution for county properties
- Advocacy for forestry program funding levels of $2 per person in the county
- Update on a letter regarding swamp white oaks for the Village of Shorewood Hills
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee will review several resolutions regarding county contracts, leases, and property purchases. This includes an airport agreement and a chiller replacement contract for the Alliant Energy Center. Members will also consider changes to public health license fees.
- Purchase of Village of Windsor Municipal Building for Sheriff's Northeast Precinct
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the United States and State of Wisconsin
- Chiller replacement and pump addition contract for Alliant Energy Center
- Amendments to public health license fees
- Lease authorization at 1201 McKenna Blvd
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee is considering several resolutions. These include authorizing a lease at 1201 McKenna Blvd for the Joining Forces for Families Program and funding a feasibility study for an overdose prevention facility. The committee will also review a contract award for emergency seasonal family shelter services.
- Lease authorization at 1201 McKenna Blvd for Joining Forces for Families Program
- Budget amendment for an overdose prevention facility feasibility study
- Contract award to Catalyst for Change for emergency seasonal family shelter
- Review of Colonial Club resolution
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee will review the minutes from the October 16, 2023 meeting. The committee will also receive a report regarding a Market Analysis and Master Plan Update.
- Market Analysis and Master Plan Update (2023 RPT-440)
- Hunden Alliant Energy Center Presentation
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will review previous meeting minutes and consider two specific resolutions. These include a request for the extension of contracts for conveyance services and an amendment to the Danecom radio system maintenance contract.
- Extension of contracts for conveyance services (2023 RES-246)
- Award of Danecom radio system maintenance contract amendment (2023 RES-250)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee will meet to consider a final report and recommendations. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the Ombuds Committee.
- Review and action on Final Report and Recommendations for Presentation to Personnel and Finance Committee
- Discussion of Ombuds Committee
Library Board
The Library Board will consider the approval of a new selection policy and 2024 contracts for service. The meeting also includes a report from the Library Director Evaluation Committee regarding accomplishments and goals.
- Approval of December 2023 Finance/Expenditure Report
- Approval of Selection Policy
- Approval of 2024 Contracts for Service with Dane County Libraries
- Report of Library Director Evaluation Committee
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The task force will review a resolution to amend the 2024 operating budget to allocate funds for broadband expansion. The meeting also includes consideration of a letter regarding Affordable Connectivity Program funding and updates from the Broadband Coordinator.
- Resolution to amend the 2024 operating budget for broadband expansion
- Letter regarding Affordable Connectivity Program funding
- Broadband Coordinator updates on grants and town meetings
- Discussion on task force direction and meeting schedule
Library Board - Library Director Evaluation Subcommittee
The Library Director Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the 2023 evaluation of the Library Director. The subcommittee may enter a closed session to consider performance evaluation data.
- Discussion of 2023 accomplishments and 2024 goals
- Potential closed session regarding employment and performance evaluation data
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review public comments regarding the draft master plan for Indian Lake County Park and Halfway Prairie Wildlife Area. The meeting also includes a consideration of the minutes from the November 15, 2023, meeting.
- Review of public comments on Indian Lake County Park & Halfway Prairie Wildlife Area Draft Master Plan
- Consideration of November 15, 2023, Park Commission minutes
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
This is a joint meeting of the Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee, Land Conservation Committee, and Lakes & Watershed Commission. The committee will review an update on aquatic plant management for Yahara Lakes and receive a quarterly lake levels report. Members will also discuss an information request regarding the Airport Joint Use Agreement.
- Aquatic Plant Management (APM) update on Yahara Lakes
- Quarterly Lake Levels Report
- Airport Joint Use Agreement Information Request
- 2024 meeting schedule discussion
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will meet to consider fund transfers, contract extensions, and a lake levels report. This meeting includes a joint session with the Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee and Lakes & Watershed Commission starting at 5:30 pm.
- DATCP cost-share contract extension request
- County cost-share contract extensions
- Aquatic Plant Management update on Yahara Lakes
- Quarterly lake levels report
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will hold a hybrid meeting that includes a joint session with the Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. The agenda includes an update on aquatic plant management for Yahara Lakes and a review of quarterly lake levels.
- Aquatic Plant Management (APM) update on Yahara Lakes
- Quarterly Lake Levels Report
- Discussion of the 2024 Lakes & Watershed Commission meeting schedule
Dane County Landfill No. 3 Local Negotiated Agreement Committee
The committee will discuss negotiation items regarding the 2024 Negotiated Agreement for Site No. 3. Members will also consider amending the October 3, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss future public engagement.
- Discussion of 2024 Negotiated Agreement Site No. 3
- Amendment of October 3, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding public engagement
Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee
The committee will review insurance-related presentations and contract renewal timelines. Discussion topics include dental insurance, wellness programs, and weight management alternatives.
- Delta Dental Insurance Contract Extension presentation
- Wellness & Health RFP presentation
- Care Management Program information
- Weight Management Drugs & Alternatives presentation
- Review of health, dental, vision, and disability insurance expiration dates
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will meet to discuss amendments to public health license fees. The board will also consider authorizing grant funds for WIC programs and splitting a full-time nurse position into two part-time roles.
- Amending Dane County ordinances regarding public health license fees
- Splitting one 1.0 FTE public health nurse position into two 0.5 FTE positions
- Authorizing grant funds for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programs
- Authorizing line item budget transfers
- Presentation on the 2024-2029 PHMDC Strategic Plan
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will review minutes from November 2023 meetings and consider resolutions for conveyance service contract extensions and a radio system maintenance amendment. The agenda also includes a presentation on DCSO resident housing options and a jail project follow-up.
- Extension of contracts for conveyance services (2023 RES-246)
- Danecom radio system maintenance contract amendment (2023 RES-250)
- DCSO resident housing and triaging location options presentation
- Jail project follow-up discussion
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will consider the 2024 CDBG/HOME funding revised recommendations and the 2024 meeting schedule. The meeting also includes presentations from Habitat for Humanity, Latino Academy of Workforce Development, and an agency receiving Public Facilities grant funding.
- 2024 CDBG-HOME Funding Recommendations
- 2024 CDBG Commission meeting schedule
- Presentation: Habitat for Humanity
- Presentation: Latino Academy of Workforce Development
- Presentation: Agency receiving Public Facilities grant funding
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider a fund transfer for highway capital equipment and road projects. They will also review a contract award for chiller replacement at the Alliant Energy Center. A presentation on public works capital projects is also scheduled.
- Contract award for Alliant Energy Center chiller replacement and pump addition
- Highway Capital Equipment and Road Projects Fund Transfer
- Presentation on Public Works Capital Projects Overview
- Review of smaller change orders
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will consider the 2024 City-County Homeless Issues Committee Work plan. Presentations include updates on the HomeBase community plan and a Dane County car camping report. Staff will also provide updates regarding men's shelter development.
- 2024 CCHIC Work plan
- HomeBase community plan updates
- Car Camping Report
- Men’s shelter development updates
Specialized Transportation Commission
The commission will consider a grant application for the 2024 County Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program. The meeting includes a presentation on transportation programs at the Colonial Club Senior Activity Center. Additionally, members will review the minutes from the September 27, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of s85.21 County Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program grant application for 2024
- Presentation on Colonial Club Senior Activity Center Transportation Programs
- Review of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Food Council
The Dane County Food Council will meet to elect a new Vice-Chair and review the 2024 budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the USDA Regional Food System Partnership Grant and the DCFC Action Plan.
- Election of Vice-Chair
- Discussion of 2024 Budget
- USDA Regional Food System Partnership Grant discussion
- Review of DCFC Action Plan and focus area teams
- Reports on the Double Dollars Program and Community Gardens
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will review the Dane County Medical Examiner's Office Equity Plan. The commission will also discuss updates to its slideshow language and receive various committee reports.
- Presentation of the Dane County Medical Examiner's Office Equity Plan
- Discussion regarding updating language in the EOC slideshow
- Review of the 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
- Consideration of meeting minutes from August 8, 2023
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will review several rezoning petitions across various towns including Christiana, Albion, and Springdale. Members will also consider amending the 2024 operating budget to fund broadband expansion. Additionally, updates to the County Comprehensive Plan are on the agenda.
- Amending the 2024 operating budget for broadband expansion (2023 RES-242)
- Ordinance amendment (2023 OA-049) regarding the County Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP 02609) for outdoor storage in Cottage Grove
- Rezoning petitions for properties in Christiana, Albion, Pleasant Springs, York, Vienna, Dunn, and Springdale
- Ordinance amendment (2023 OA-058) to incorporate the Town of Oregon Comprehensive Plan
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The ZLR Cultural Resources Subcommittee will not convene for this meeting. Members may attend the Dane County Zoning and Land Regulations Committee public hearing.
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee and the Public Works & Transportation Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding next steps for the Jail Consolidation Project.
- Jail Consolidation Project - Next Steps
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works, Transportation & Highway and Public Protection & Judiciary committees are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Jail Consolidation Project.
- Jail Consolidation Project - Next Steps presentation
Veterans Service Commission
The commission will consider minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes receiving reports for the 2021-2023 period regarding Veterans Ride with Pride and Emergency Assistance.
- Review of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes
- Veterans Ride with Pride report (2021-2023)
- Emergency Assistance Report (2021-2023)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions including contract amendments, leases, and awards for various county projects. Items include zoo improvements, a lease at 1201 McKenna Blvd, and equipment replacement at the Alliant Energy Center.
- Amendment to CLR Design, Inc. agreement for Henry Vilas Zoo Phase III through Phase V improvements
- Lease authorization at 1201 McKenna Blvd for Joining Forces for Families program
- Contract award to 1901, Inc. for Alliant Energy Center exhibition hall chiller replacement and pump addition
- Grant of easement to ATC at Job Center
- Contract award to Golf Acquisition Group, LLC. for Capitol Square South parking ramp repair Phase II
Tree Board
The Tree Board is meeting to create a new operating agreement for board communication and operations. The agenda also includes updates on tree planting projects and discussions regarding budget requirements.
- Creation of a Tree Board Operating Agreement
- Schenk and Frank Allis Tree Planting update
- Draft letter for Village of Shorewood Hills swamp white oak
- Review of tree board prioritization goals
- Budget report and spending requirements
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee meeting scheduled for November 17, 2023, was canceled. No items were reviewed or discussed.
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several consent calendar items including land leases and contract changes. These items include updates to library standards, sick leave ordinances, and various property agreements.
- Amending Chapter 18 of the Dane County Code regarding sick leave use and reinstatement
- Updating Dane County Library standards (2023 RES-149)
- Sun Prairie lease with Sunshine Place, Inc. (2023 RES-205)
- Hooper Corporation contract change order for Alliant Energy Center fire protection upgrades (2023 RES-206)
- Mazomanie lease at 314 Anne Street for Joining Forces for Families program (2023 RES-218)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review the 2024 Land and Water Resource Department budget summary. The meeting includes discussions on collaborative grant awards and construction updates for the Lower Yahara River Trail.
- Approval of 2024 crop leases on county land
- Foundation for Dane County Parks Collaborative Grant Awards
- Land and Water Resource Department 2024 Budget Summary
- Lower Yahara River Trail & Fish Camp County Park accessibility improvements update
- Indian Lake County Park & Halfway Prairie Wildlife Area Master Plan update
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hold a discussion regarding a presentation on homelessness. The commission will also work to confirm its meeting times for the year 2024.
- Homelessness presentation, thoughts, questions, and next steps
- Confirmation of 2024 meeting time: third Wednesday from 5:30-7 p.m.
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission is hosting a public hearing regarding the Dane County Department of Human Services funding application for elderly and disabled transportation in 2024. The meeting includes an overview of the draft application and a period for public comment. No official action will be taken during this session.
- Public hearing on the 2024 s85.21 Dane County Transportation Draft Application
- Opportunity for public comment on the funding application
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The agenda contains only procedural items and the consideration of previous minutes. No specific action items, presentations, or reports are listed for this session.
- Consideration of minutes 2023 MIN-396
County Board
The November 14, 2023, meeting agenda contains very few scheduled items. The board will consider possible action regarding County Executive vetoes. Most other sections of the agenda list no business.
- Possible action on County Executive vetoes
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations. The body will also consider action on these recommendations and a substantial amendment to the 2023 Action Plan. Additionally, staff will present November 2023 expenditure reports for CDBG, CV grants, and RLF.
- Public hearing on 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations
- Action on 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations
- Substantial amendment to the 2023 Action Plan
- November 2023 CDBG and CV expenditure status reports
- November 2023 RLF report
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will hold a public forum regarding the Planning and Development Department and Register of Deeds Department. The agenda also includes consideration of a proposed Certified Survey Map for the Town of Cross Plains.
- Public forum on the merits of the Planning and Development Department and Register of Deeds Department
- Laufenberg proposed Certified Survey Map in the Town of Cross Plains
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee will review fund transfers for a new electric vehicle and radio batteries. The agenda includes reviewing several grant acceptances for hazardous materials preparedness and drug court programs. The committee will also consider proposed changes to county sick leave ordinances.
- Fund transfer for a new electric vehicle for the Department of Waste and Renewables
- Amendments to Chapter 18 regarding sick leave use and reinstatement
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the United States and the State of Wisconsin
- HMEP grants for commodity flow studies and hazmat training
- Contract change order for fire protection upgrades at Alliant Energy Center Pavilions 1 & 2
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will meet to review public hearings, current service gaps, and grievances or appeals. The board will also receive reports from the Chair, individual members, and the Manager.
- Review of public hearings
- Identification of current gaps
- Review of ADRC grievances and appeals
- Manager's report including ILSP update
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review the October 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion items include standing DCEMS protocols, needle decompression, infant co-sleeping deaths, and the AirQ3 airway device.
- DCEMS Protocols - Standing Item
- Needle Decompression Protocol
- Infant Co-Sleeping Deaths
- AirQ3 Airway Device
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will review resolutions regarding a federal grant for drug court programs and leases in Sun Prairie and Mazomanie. Members will also elect a Vice Chair and discuss dental hygienist service bids.
- Accepting SAMHSA grant for drug court programs expansion
- Authorizing Sun Prairie lease with Sunshine Place, Inc.
- Authorizing Mazomanie lease at 314 Anne Street for Joining Forces for Families Program
- Election of Vice Chair
- Bid waiver for Badger Prairie dental hygienist services
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will review several resolutions, including an airport joint use agreement and 2024 crop leases on county land. The committee will also consider budget amendments for cost-share funds and operating accounts for Dane Demo Farms.
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the United States and State of Wisconsin
- Approval of 2024 crop leases on county land
- Budget amendment to accept cost-share funds
- Establishing operating accounts for Dane Demo Farms
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will consider the 2024 Wildlife Damage Abatement Program and the 2024 Deer Donation Program. The meeting includes a presentation on the Dane Demo Farms website overview. Members will also review October's approved contracts and payments.
- 2024 Wildlife Damage Abatement Program
- 2024 Deer Donation Program
- 2023 Crop Damage Prices (grains and hay)
- Dane Demo Farms Website Overview presentation
- October approved contracts and payments report
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The commission will review previous minutes and receive a presentation from Clyde Mayberry of The House Inc. The meeting includes reports on the 2023 Cycle 2 Grants Review and discussions regarding the 2024 commission focus.
- Presentation by Clyde Mayberry, The House Inc.
- Recap of 2023 Cycle 2 Grants Review
- Discussion of 2024 Commission Focus and January Poster Reception
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will conduct an election of officers during this meeting. The agenda also includes reports on 2024 budget updates and 2024 work planning.
- Election of Officers
- 2024 Budget Updates
- 2024 Work Planning
- Approval of August 2, 2023 minutes
Dane County Landfill No. 3 Local Negotiated Agreement Committee
The committee will review minutes from the October 3, 2023 meeting and discuss negotiation items related to the 2021 Rodefeld Negotiated Agreement for Site No. 2. Members will also establish a schedule for future meetings and discuss public engagement.
- Discussion of 2021 Rodefeld Negotiated Agreement for Site No. 2
- Establishment of a schedule for future meetings
- Discussion regarding public engagement
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will review two resolutions regarding land leases at the Dane County Regional Airport. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from the October 16, 2023, meeting.
- Resolution 2023 RES-222: Authorizing assignment and amendment of Lease No. DCRA 2016-19
- Resolution 2023 RES-230: Authorizing amendment of Lease No. DCRA 2003-02
- Approval of October 16, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is considering several resolutions regarding law enforcement facilities and jail operations. Items include a building purchase for the Sheriff's Northeast Precinct and multiple agreements to house relocated residents at various county jails.
- Purchase of Village of Windsor municipal building for Dane County Sheriff's Northeast Precinct (2023 RES-212)
- Agreement addendum to house relocated jail residents at Iowa County Jail (2023 RES-213)
- Agreement addendum to house relocated jail residents at Oneida County Jail (2023 RES-225)
- Agreement addendum to house relocated jail residents at Rock County Jail (2023 RES-226)
- Agreement addendum to house relocated jail residents at Iowa County Jail (2023 RES-227)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding airport land leases and agreements. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for AmeriCorps placements and a contract change order for the courthouse roof replacement.
- Budget amendment to fund AmeriCorps placements
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the US and State of Wisconsin
- Contract change order for courthouse roof replacement at 215 S. Hamilton Street
- Lease authorization for Joining Forces for Families at 314 Anne Street
- Agreement award to Mechanical Systems Inc. for RNG plant equipment
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Area Agency on Aging Board
The Area Agency on Aging Board will meet to appoint Emily Muwin to the Nutrition/Wellness Committee. The meeting includes presentations regarding aging, homelessness, and a regional housing strategy update. The board will also receive several committee reports.
- Appointment of Emily Muwin to the Nutrition/Wellness Committee
- Presentation on aging and homelessness
- Regional housing strategy update presentation
- Review of October 9, 2023, meeting minutes
County Board
The County Board is meeting to deliberate on the 2024 operating and capital budget resolutions. The agenda also includes several ordinance amendments regarding various user fees.
- 2024 Operating Budget Appropriations Resolution
- 2024 Capital Budget Appropriations Resolution
- Solid waste disposal user fees amendment (Chapter 41)
- Airport terminal rent and landing fees amendment (Chapter 67)
- Medical examiner fees amendment (Chapter 62)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will meet virtually to review previous minutes and receive a report on car camping. The agenda also includes updates from City and County staff.
- Car Camping Report by Melissa Mennig, Dane County
- City and County Staff Updates
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review the Grant Cycle 2 wrap up and discuss vacant seat updates. The committee is also planning the major commission focus for 2024.
- Approval of October 18, 2023, commission minutes
- Grant Cycle 2 wrap up assessment
- Update on vacant seat interview candidates
- Planning of 2024 Commission Focus
- Development of November 8, 2023, Commission Meeting Agenda
County Board
The County Board will meet to review several items including contract amendments, research authorizations, and housing pilot programs. The agenda includes multiple resolutions presented through the consent calendar for board consideration.
- Amending a contract for hotels to housing fiscal services (DCDHS - HAA Division)
- Authorizing a contract with University of Wisconsin-Madison Soil Science Department for demonstration farm research
- Authorizing a statement of willingness and interim trail use/rail banking agreement for Great Sauk and Walking Iron Trails
- Awarding contracts to Urban Triage Incorporated and Wayforward Resources for Doubled Up Housing Pilot
- Award of contract for strategic business consulting and air service development for Dane County Regional Airport
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
County Board
The Dane County Board is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budget resolutions. No final action will be taken on these resolutions during this session. The board also reviewed motions recommending the approval of both budget amendments.
- Public testimony on 2024 budget amendments
- 2024 Dane County operating budget appropriations resolution (2023 RES-190)
- 2024 Dane County capital budget appropriations resolution (2023 RES-191)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review meeting minutes from October 5, 2023. The agenda includes a report from the Dane County Broadband Coordinator and discussions regarding task force next steps and the AECOM report status.
- Report on activities from the Dane County Broadband Coordinator
- Discussion of Task Force next steps
- AECOM Report status
- Consideration of October 5, 2023, meeting minutes
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to consider several action items including the October 5, 2023 minutes and the October 2023 finance report. The board is also scheduled to review proposed amendments to the selection policy.
- Approval of October 5, 2023 minutes
- Approval of October 2023 finance/expenditure report
- Approval of amendments to selection policy
- Director's Report for November 2023
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board is hosting a public hearing to gather community feedback. The session will address service satisfaction, the impact of COVID-19, and unmet needs for aging adults and adults with disabilities in Dane County.
- Public hearing regarding services for aging adults and people with disabilities
- Discussion on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Identification of missing or needed services in Dane County
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health will consider a resolution to amend the 2023 operating budget for an overdose prevention facility feasibility study. Members will also review several resolutions regarding fund transfers, state grants for disease control, and harm reduction evaluations.
- Amending the 2023 operating budget to fund a feasibility study of an overdose prevention facility in Dane County
- Resolution #2023-32: Authorization of line item budget transfers
- Resolution #2023-33: Accepting funds from Wisconsin Department of Health Services for communicable disease control
- Resolution #2023-34: Accepting funds from National Association of County & City Health Officials for harm reduction evaluation
- Resolution #2023-35: Support for NEHA-FDA retail flexible funding model grant program application
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions for the 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes setting the 2023 tax levy and amending various county fees.
- 2024 Dane County operating and capital budget appropriations
- Setting the 2023 tax levy
- Amendments to solid waste disposal user fees
- Amendments to airport terminal rent and landing fees
- Amendments to medical examiner fees
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) grant application. The commission will also consider an action item to support the intent to apply for this HUD funding.
- Public Hearing on PRO Housing Grant Application
- Action to support the intent to apply for HUD PRO Housing grant funding
County Board
The agenda describes a City/County Meet and Greet event at the Overture Center for the Arts. While a quorum of the County Board or Standing Committees may be present, no official business will be conducted or convened.
- City/County Meet and Greet at 201 State Street, Madison
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee will consider several 2024 budget amendment packets. These include operating and capital budget changes for Public Protection & Judiciary and Health and Human Needs oversight departments.
- Operating budget amendment to eliminate deputies (PPJ-O-07)
- Capital budget amendment for FCS IT hardware (P&F-C-01)
- Operating budget amendment regarding Solace House (P&F-O-13)
- Operating budget amendment for a Communications Coordinator (P&F-O-14)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will meet in person at the Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area. The agenda includes a forestry program update and presentations regarding the history of local natural resource areas.
- Forestry Program Update presentation
- Forestry Gravel Bed presentation
- Friends of Cherokee Marsh presentation
- History of Cherokee Marsh NRA, Yahara Heights County Park and Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area presentation
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will consider action items regarding advocacy for federal and state programs. The meeting includes a presentation on client experiences in the Case Management program and reports on healthy aging grant legislation.
- Action item regarding advocacy for Federal & State Programs
- Presentation on Case Management program client experiences
- Report on WIHA Healthy Aging Grant Legislation (2023 ACT-188)
- Budget Priority Update report
- Review of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
DaneCom Governing Board
The DaneCom Governing Board will meet to consider minutes and receive committee reports. Discussions include upcoming maintenance contracts and subsystem updates.
- Discussion of upcoming Racom maintenance contract
- Discussion of microwave and battery subsystem updates
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will review several resolutions regarding public safety and law enforcement. Items include a property purchase for the Sheriff's Northeast Precinct and agreements related to hazardous materials response.
- Purchase of Village of Windsor municipal building for Dane County Sheriff's Northeast Precinct (2023 RES-212)
- Agreement addendum to house relocated Dane County jail residents at the Iowa County Jail (2023 RES-213)
- Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant for SW Regional Commodity Flow Study (2023 RES-201)
- Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant for Dane County Core & Specialized Hazmat Training (2023 RES-202)
- Contract addendum between Dane County and the City of Madison for Type III Hazardous Materials Response Team (2023 RES-214)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee will consider several 2024 budget amendment packets. These include proposed operating and capital budget changes for various county departments, including Public Works, Zoning, and the Executive Committee.
- Operating and capital budget amendments for Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources
- Operating and capital budget amendments for Public Works & Transportation
- Operating and capital budget amendments for Zoning & Land Regulation
- Operating and capital budget amendments for the Executive Committee
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review several resolutions, including the purchase of the Village of Windsor municipal building for a Sheriff's precinct. They will also consider fund transfers for an electric vehicle and contract changes for fire protection upgrades at the Alliant Energy Center.
- Purchase of Village of Windsor municipal building for Dane County Sheriff's Northeast Precinct
- Fund transfer to purchase a new electric vehicle for Department of Waste and Renewables
- Contract change order for fire protection upgrades at Alliant Energy Center Pavilions 1 & 2
- Purchase of 2002 Pankratz for the County Clerk’s Office and Elections Facility
- Budget amendment to fund AmeriCorps placements
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee will review multiple rezoning requests and conditional use permits. These items include land use changes for residential, agricultural, and recreational purposes across various towns.
- Rezone 11978: 120 Aarback Rd, Town of Albion (Farmland Preservation to Rural Mixed-Use/Farmland Preservation)
- Rezone 11979: 1450 Pleasant Hill Rd, Town of Dunkirk (Farmland Preservation to Rural Residential)
- Rezone 11980: 190 County Highway MM, Town of Rutland (Farmland Preservation to Utility, Transportation and ROW)
- Rezone 11981: 8475 Miller Rd, Town of Primrose (Farmland Preservation to Recreational)
- CUP 02607: 8475 Miller Rd, Town of Primrose (recreational activities for sport and conservation club)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing several financial matters, including airport fund transfers and public safety communications. Discussion includes housing initiatives, research contracts, and employee stipends at the regional airport.
- Airport Fund Transfer (2023 FTR-0341)
- Public Safety Communications site battery replacement (2023 FTR-0352)
- Hotels to Housing initiative contract amendment and continued funding
- University of Wisconsin-Madison Soil Science Department research contract
- One-time stipend for Dane County Regional Airport employees
Tree Board
The Dane County Tree Board will meet to finalize its mission, vision, and operational goals. The board will also consider a proposal to spend the remaining $1,600 in its budget on heritage trees and an educational project at Schenk Elementary School.
- Vote on mission and vision statements for community forests
- Proposal to spend $1,600 on tree purchases and a pilot project at Schenk Elementary School
- Purchase of 300 Heritage Trees ($86/100)
- Nomination of a Significant Community Tree for a monument dedication
- Presentation on the City of Fitchburg tree preservation plan
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review the minutes from the August 18, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes several reports regarding lived experience surveys, competency restoration, and the Crisis Triage Center.
- Lived Experience Survey Analysis and Results presentation
- Competency Restoration Update presentation by Judge Crawford
- Crisis Triage Center Update presentation
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss and act on an updated report containing final recommendations for presentation to the Personnel and Finance Committee. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the September 22, 2023, subcommittee meeting.
- Discussion and action on updated report including final recommendations
- Review of minutes from the September 22, 2023, subcommittee meeting
County Board
The board will review a resolution to amend the 2023 Capital Budget to increase County funding for the Madison Public Market Project. The meeting also includes the approval of bills over $10,000 and several claims for denial.
- Resolution to increase County funding for the Madison Public Market Project
- Approval of 2023 PAY-016 bills exceeding $10,000
- Review of claims for denial: Bailey Griffin, Zachary Thomas, Tonya Holtey, and Ashley Lewis
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss proposed amendments to the 2023 and 2024 operating and capital budgets. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding the purchase of 2002 Pankratz for the County Clerk’s Office and elections facility.
- Amendments to the proposed 2023 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2023 capital budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
- Purchase of 2002 Pankratz for the Office of the County Clerk’s Office and Elections Facility
County Board
The Dane County Board is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024 budget. Residents can provide testimony in person or virtually via Zoom.
- Public Hearing on Proposed 2024 Dane County Budget
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission will meet to consider the overall budget for 2023 cycle 2 grants. The body will also discuss and vote on specific award amounts for capital, short order, and general grant pool categories.
- Approval of 2023 cycle 2 grants overall budget
- Discussion/approval of cycle 2 capital grants/award/amounts
- Discussion/approval of cycle 2 short order grants/awards
- Discussion/approval of cycle 2 award amounts from grant pool budget
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will consider amendments to the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes reviewing previous meeting minutes and discussing procedures for receiving public comment on department programs.
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget (2023 ACT-178)
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget (2023 ACT-179)
- Review of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding public comment on department or agency programs (2023 RPT-326)
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hear a presentation. The agenda includes discussion topics regarding election advocacy and future meeting items.
- Presentation: Homelessness in Dane County by Johneisha Prescott, Dane County Human Services
- Discussion: Election Advocacy
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The Dane County Emergency Medical Services Commission will meet to review the August 2023 minutes. Discussion items include a 2024 budget update, PulsePoint, and DCEMS visioning.
- 2024 Budget Update
- PulsePoint Update
- DCEMS Visioning
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will meet to consider the minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss amendments to the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets.
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Commission will receive an update on the Dane County Lobbyist process from Carrie Springer. Beth Freeman will also provide an update regarding APS and Disability Services. The meeting includes various agency, CCR, and legislative reports.
- Update on the Dane County Lobbyist process by Carrie Springer
- APS and Disability Services update by Beth Freeman
UW Extension Committee
The UW Extension Committee will discuss the 2024 Extension Department budget and any related amendments. The meeting also includes a FoodWIse program report and a director's report.
- Discussion of 2024 Extension Dept. budget and related amendments
- FoodWIse program report presentation by Jackie Gehin
- Director Report from Carrie Edgar
- Consideration of September 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review the 2024 airport budget presentation and consider amendments to proposed operating and capital budgets. The agenda includes an ordinance amendment regarding airport terminal rent and landing fees. Additionally, several resolutions for airport service contracts and agreements are up for consideration.
- 2024 Airport Budget presentation
- Ordinance amendment for airport terminal rent and landing fees
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the United States and Wisconsin
- Contract award for strategic business consulting at Dane County Regional Airport
- Contract award for environmental site investigation of the Darwin Training Area
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee is meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes consideration of previous meeting minutes and fund transfers.
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
- Consideration of October 12, 2023 minutes
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will consider amendments to the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes, fund transfers, and referrals.
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board is hosting an informational gathering session for the public. No official business will be discussed at this meeting. The board aims to collect input regarding service satisfaction and the needs of aging adults and adults with disabilities in Dane County.
- Public hearing regarding satisfaction with ADRC services
- Discussion on impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Identification of unmet needs for aging adults and adults with disabilities
Dane County ALS Program Steering Committee
The committee will meet to discuss the mission of the ALS Steering and Subcommittee. The agenda includes updates on Dane County EMS agencies and a proposed addition to the ALS Agreement regarding the DeerGrove and Waunakee area.
- Addition to ALS Agreement - DeerGrove and Waunakee Area EMS
- ALS Steering and Subcommittee Mission Discussion
- Discussion of Auto ALS Code Evaluation
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The committee will review preliminary findings from a market analysis and master plan update. The agenda also includes reports on neighborhood meeting results and community organization forums.
- Presentation of Market Analysis and Master Plan Update preliminary findings
- Report on Neighborhood Meeting Results
- Report on Community Organizations Forum Results
- Director’s Update
- Consideration of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will discuss updates regarding affordable housing development funds. The agenda also includes consideration of the 2024 City and County budget recommendation and amendments to Madison General Ordinances.
- Affordable housing development funds updates from City of Madison and Dane County staff
- Amending Madison General Ordinances to remove minimum penalty amounts
- 2024 City and County budget recommendation
- Consideration of September 18, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission is reviewing several resolutions including amendments to terminal rent and landing fees. The agenda also includes contract awards for consulting services, environmental investigations, and a one-time employee stipend.
- Amendment of Chapter 67 regarding airport terminal rent and landing fees
- Airport Joint Use Agreement with the United States and the State of Wisconsin
- Contract for strategic business consulting and air service development services
- Purchase of services agreement amendment with Telos Identity Management Solutions, LLC
- Environmental site investigation of the Darwin Training Area
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The committee will review final preparations for Cycle 2 grants, including capital grant applications and award amounts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the retirement of the Dane County Executive and updates on vacant seats.
- Review of Cycle 2 capital grant and short order applications
- Approval of grants pool budget recommendations
- Review of youth-focused dedicated dollars
- Discussion of implications regarding the retirement of the Dane County Executive
- Update on vacant seat status
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee is considering several contracts for housing pilot programs and the Hotels to Housing initiative. Members will also review amendments to the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets. Additionally, the committee will review recommendations for the Affordable Housing Development Fund.
- Contracts for Doubled Up Housing Pilot with Urban Triage Inc and Wayforward Resources
- Continued funding for the Hotels to Housing Initiative
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets
- Affirming awards for the 2023 Affordable Housing Development Fund
- Acceptance of a workforce development grant from the State of Wisconsin
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will review proposed amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budgets for Land & Water Resources and Dane County Extension. Members will also consider accepting an IRS VITA grant for the Richard Dilley Tax Center.
- Amendments to the 2024 operating budget (2023 ACT-166)
- Amendments to the 2024 capital budget (2023 ACT-167)
- Acceptance of an IRS VITA grant for the Richard Dilley Tax Center (2023 RES-199)
- 2024 budget overview for Dane County Extension and Land & Water Resources Department
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to consider minutes, fund transfers, and items requiring committee action. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Dane County Workplace Climate Assessment.
- Summary presentation of preliminary findings at project midpoint: Dane County Workplace Climate Assessment—Keen Independent Research
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee will not convene or conduct any official business at this meeting. A quorum may be present for a community leaders forum, but no committee actions will occur.
Park Commission
The Park Commission will hear presentations regarding restoration projects at Walking Iron County Park / Mazomanie Lions Park and the Door Creek Wildlife Area South Unit. The meeting also includes a report on Black Earth Creek Headwater property stabilization.
- Black Earth Creek restoration project at Walking Iron County Park / Mazomanie Lions Park presentation
- Door Creek restoration project at Door Creek Wildlife Area South Unit presentation
- Black Earth Creek Headwater property stabilization update report
Food Council
The Food Council will meet to consider the August 23, 2023, minutes and review a budget proposal. The agenda includes various reports on food systems, agriculture, and community gardens.
- Consideration of August 23, 2023, Food Council Minutes
- Budget proposal action item
- Reports regarding the Food Plan and Regional Agriculture & Food Sovereignty
- Reports regarding Madison Farmland Preservation Task Force and Double Dollars Program
Traffic Safety Commission
The Traffic Safety Commission will meet in person at the Dane County UW Extension. The agenda includes updates on highways and project groups, as well as a review of traffic crashes from July through September 2023.
- Dane County Highway updates
- Traffic Crash Review - Closed Session
- Crashes: July - September 2023
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
This meeting of the Henry Vilas Zoo Commission consists of routine procedural matters. No specific new projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.
- Consideration of minutes (2023 MIN-324)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes a fund transfer for communications equipment, fee changes for the Medical Examiner, and several contract awards.
- Fund transfer for Danecom site batteries
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
- Ordinance amendment regarding Medical Examiner fees
- Contract award for jail resident laundry and linen service
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review the 2024 budget proposal for the Henry Vilas Zoo. Members will also consider amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budgets. Additionally, the committee will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding solid waste disposal user fees.
- 2024 budget proposal presentation for Henry Vilas Zoo
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
- Airport fund transfer for capital expense
- Ordinance amendment regarding solid waste disposal user fees
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will discuss the 2024 proposed operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes consideration of plat maps, including Mount Vernon Hills II, and various zoning map amendments.
- 2024 County Executive Budget for Planning Development Department
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 capital budget
- Mount Vernon Hills II plat/certified survey map
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee will consider fund transfers, employee recruitment recommendations, and compensation for the County Board of Supervisors. Members will also review 2024 budget amendment packets for several county departments.
- Fund transfer for EM radio batteries
- Budget-related proposed recommendations from the P&F Employee Recruitment & Retention Subcommittee
- Discussion regarding County Board of Supervisors compensation
- 2024 operating budget amendments for Treasurer, Library, Administration, and Land Information Office
- 2024 capital budget amendments
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will consider support for state legislation that would provide $378,000 in annual funding to the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging for two years. This funding is intended to support the Falls Free Wisconsin initiative and health promotion programs. The meeting also includes caregiver program updates and committee reports.
- Support for Healthy Aging Grant legislation (SB 407 and AB 418)
- $378,000 annual funding proposal for Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging
- Caregiver Program Update presentation
- Appointment of Edward Wreh to the AAA Board
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is meeting jointly with the City of Madison Finance Committee. The committee will consider proposed amendments to the 2024 operating and capital budgets for the Board of Health and Public Health.
- Board of Health Amendments to the Proposed 2024 Operating Budget (2023 ACT-186)
- Board of Health Amendments to the Proposed 2024 Capital Budget (2023 ACT-187)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will meet to review previous minutes and conduct a public hearing. The meeting includes discussions regarding Department of Health Services applicants for advisory councils and the Madison mayor's announcement on city budget changes.
- Public Hearing
- DHS Long-Term Care Advisory Councils applications
- Disability Employment Awareness month discussion
- Madison mayor's announcement regarding city budget changes
- ADRC Statistics and ILSP report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Local Emergency Planning Committee
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive various reports. The agenda includes a presentation by CPKC regarding railroads and updates from the Madison Fire HazMat Team.
- Railroad Presentation by Tony Houdyshell with CPKC
- Madison Fire HazMat Team Report
- EPCRA Report
- LEPC Membership Reports
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Medical Advisory Subcommittee will discuss Dane County EMS protocols. The meeting also includes a follow-up regarding Dr. Spigner and a discussion on Buprenorphine in the ED.
- Review of September 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Dane County EMS Protocols
- Luke Bryan Follow Up - Dr. Spigner
- Discussion of Buprenorphine in the ED
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several resolutions including a road reconstruction agreement for CTH M in Verona and an extension of operating hours for the Henry Vilas Zoo. The agenda also includes various claims for denial and an ordinance regarding tax deeded land sales.
- Amending Chapter 26 of the Dane County Code of Ordinances regarding sale of tax deeded land to municipalities
- Extension of LTE hours for Henry Vilas Zoo
- Contract for Fly Dane 2024 digital aerial ortho-imagery project
- Agreement amendment for reconstruction of CTH M/North Main St in Verona
- Addendum #6 for the design of CTH M from Oncken Road to Blue Bill Park Drive
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Dane County Library Board will meet to approve recent meeting minutes and the October 2023 financial report. The board also plans to appoint a committee for the 2023 Library Director evaluation. Additionally, members will hear reports on the library operational formula model and the Library Director's report.
- Appointment of 2023 Library Director Evaluation Committee
- Approval of October 2023 financial report
- Report on Rethinking Libraries Operational Formula Model
- Welcome of Youth Governance Program Board members
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The committee will review departmental budget presentations and consider amendments to the 2023 and 2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes fund transfers and county executive appointments.
- Amendments to the proposed 2023 and 2024 operating budgets
- Amendments to the proposed 2023 and 2024 capital budgets
- Budget presentations from the County Executive's Office, Clerk's Office, and Office for Equity and Inclusion
- County Executive appointments (Resolution 2023 RES-179)
- Fund transfers
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The task force will consider the final approval of the Dane County Engineering Assessment Report of Recommendations. The meeting also includes updates from the Dane County Broadband Coordinator.
- Final review and approval of Dane County Engineering Assessment Report of Recommendations
- Updates from the Dane County Broadband Coordinator
- Review of September 7, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will review fund transfers and several budget discussion items. The meeting includes reviews of budget memos for the Clerk of Courts and Emergency Management.
- Fund transfer for EM radio batteries (2023 FTR-033)
- Clerk of Courts 2024 Budget Memo (2023 PRES-150)
- Emergency Management 2024 Budget Memo (2023 PRES-151)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will review preliminary funding recommendations for the 2024 CDBG and HOME programs. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the SkyRidge - Northpointe Development FONSI.
- 2024 CDBG/HOME preliminary funding recommendations
- SkyRidge - Northpointe Development FONSI presentation
- Review of August 1, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works, Highway and Transportation Committee will discuss various budget presentations and proposed amendments. The discussion includes budgets for Waste Renewables, Alliant Energy Center, Public Works, and Highway and Transportation.
- Budget presentation: Waste Renewables
- Budget presentation: Alliant Energy Center
- Budget presentation: Public Works
- Budget presentation: Highway and Transportation
- Amendments to the proposed 2024 operating budget
Dane County Landfill No. 3 Local Negotiated Agreement Committee
The Dane County Landfill No. 3 Local Negotiated Agreement Committee is holding its first organizational meeting. The committee will select a chair and review the proposed landfill plan for the eastern portion of the Yahara Hills Golf Course. Members will also discuss a framework for future negotiations.
- Selection of Committee Chair
- Review of proposed landfill plan at Yahara Hills Golf Course
- Discussion of a framework for negotiations
- Review of existing Site No. 2 negotiated agreement
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinance amendments and resolutions. These include updates to drug paraphernalia penalties, rules for interim department heads, and various highway safety grant funding requests.
- Amending penalties for the possession of drug paraphernalia
- Highway safety grants for speed, seatbelt, and impaired driver enforcement
- Extending LTE hours for Henry Vilas Zoo
- Contract for Fly Dane 2024 Digital Aerial Ortho-Imagery Project
- Agreement for structural repairs at the Construction & Demolition Facility
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee will review a grant agreement for a healthcare workforce program. The meeting also includes presentations on car camping and various departmental reports.
- Grant agreement for Mental Health and Trauma Recovery Program for Healthcare Workforce (2023 RES-170)
- Car Camping/Safe Parking Report presentation
- 2023 Lyle Fund - BPHCC report
- ARP Quarterly Report - September 2023
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will review bail analysis and initial community court recommendations. The Council will also consider a motion to request a one-year extension for the BJA Community Court Initiative grant.
- Motion to request a one-year extension for BJA Grant 15PBJA-22-GG-03874-DGCT
- Presentation on bail analysis in Dane County
- Presentation on initial community court recommendations
- Report on the CJC Research Analyst Work Plan (Oct 2023–Feb 2024)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will consider a resolution regarding an interim trail use and rail banking agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from the September 14, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of September 14, 2023, committee minutes
- Resolution 2023 RES-178 regarding Great Sauk and Walking Iron Trails agreement
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will meet to consider minutes from July 27, 2023, and review fund transfers. The committee will also receive reports regarding approved contracts and payments from July through September 2023.
- Consideration of July 27, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of approved contracts from July - September 2023
- Review of approved payments from July - September 2023
Park Commission
The Park Commission will consider a resolution regarding the Great Sauk and Walking Iron Trails. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed 2024 park and permit fees and updates on land use and master plans.
- Resolution 2023 RES-178: Statement of willingness and interim trail use/rail banking agreement for Great Sauk and Walking Iron Trails
- Setting of 2024 Park and Permit Fees (2023 RPT-250)
- Presentation by Friends of Old Halfway Prairie School
- Indian Lake County Park and Halfway Prairie Wildlife Area Draft Master Plan Update
- Pheasant Branch Conservancy Land Use Agreement with WDNR
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will consider action items regarding advocacy for federal and state programs. Members will also discuss roles for an upcoming Advocacy Day. The meeting includes several reports on legislative updates and budget priorities.
- Action item: Advocacy supporting federal and state programs
- Discussion item: Role in Advocacy Day
- Reports on county, state, and federal legislative updates
- Budget priorities update
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission will meet to consider meeting minutes from August 23, 2023. The agenda includes a presentation by the Monona Senior Center and a report regarding a Transportation Call Center budget request.
- Presentation by Diane Mikelbank of the Monona Senior Center
- Report on the Transportation Call Center Budget Request
- Consideration of August 23, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Food Council
The Food Council will review previous meeting minutes and receive various regular business reports. The council is also scheduled to discuss budget planning and upcoming community events.
- Budget proposal action item
- Food Plan report
- 2024 Budget Planning discussion
- Taste the Future event discussion
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will review resolutions for highway safety grants related to speed, seatbelt, and impaired driver enforcement. Members will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding penalties for drug paraphernalia possession. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on budget processes and priorities.
- Ordinance amendment regarding penalties for drug paraphernalia possession (2023 OA-047)
- Highway safety grant for speed enforcement task force (2023 RES-165)
- Highway safety grant for seatbelt enforcement project (2023 RES-166)
- Highway safety grant for impaired driver enforcement task force (2023 RES-167)
- Discussion of budget process and priorities
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting. Professor Jonathan Scharrer will present initial community court recommendations. The agenda also includes closing activities and next steps.
- Review of September 12, 2023, subcommittee minutes
- Report on initial community court recommendations
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee is considering several resolutions regarding road reconstructions, security systems, and facility repairs. Items include a contract for parking ramp cameras in Madison and a proposed land purchase in the Town of Cottage Grove.
- Contract award for CSS Parking Ramp security camera system at 113 South Henry Street
- Agreement amendment for CTH M/North Main St reconstruction in Verona
- Addendum for CTH M design from Oncken Road to Blue Bill Park Drive
- Authorization of land purchase for 3124 Hope Hollow Trail, Town of Cottage Grove
- Contract change order for CSS Parking Ramp Phase I at 113 S. Henry St
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will hold public hearings on several rezoning and conditional use permit petitions across various towns. Members will also consider plat approvals for Mount Vernon Hills and Glacier's Trail. Additionally, the agenda includes a review of the 2024 Fly Dane digital aerial imagery project contract.
- Rezoning petitions for residential and business uses in several towns
- Conditional use permits for tourist lodging and livestock use
- Preliminary plat for Mount Vernon Hills, Town of Springdale
- Final plat for Glacier's Trail, Town of Middleton
- 2024 Fly Dane Digital Aerial Ortho-Imagery Project contract (2023 RES-157)
Park Commission
Dane County Parks is reviewing a draft master plan for Indian Lake County Park and the adjacent Halfway Prairie Wildlife Area. This public information meeting aims to review recommendations for future management, recreation use, and park facility development while gathering public input.
- Review of Indian Lake County Park Draft Master Plan
- Discussion of management, recreation use, and park facility development
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss prioritizing and selecting proposed recommendations regarding equity in recruitment and retention. Members will also review a draft report template for approval. Staff will provide an update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment.
- Prioritizing and selection of proposed subcommittee recommendations regarding equity in recruitment and retention
- Review for approval of draft report template
- Staff update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment
County Board
The Dane County Board will meet to swear in new supervisors for Districts 9, 13, and 32. The agenda includes reviewing contract amendments for radio services and parking ramp security. The board will also consider funding allocations for criminal justice reform initiatives.
- Swearing in of County Board Supervisors for Districts 9, 13, and 32
- Contract award to Century Fence Company for parking ramp prevention screening at 113 S. Henry St.
- Amendment to RACOM radio contract for microwave and battery replacement
- Authorization to apply for 2024 DNR Surface Water Grants
- Allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Reclassification Appeals Board
The Reclassification Appeals Board will meet to consider several items including previous meeting minutes. The primary action item involves an appeal of a denial concerning the reclassification of LPNs at Badger Prairie Health Care Center.
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of LPNs at Badger Prairie Health Care Center
- Minutes from July 27, 2023 hearing for Romana Shemayev and Khamseng Yang
- Minutes from August 7, 2023 hearing for Jessica Ecker and Jessica Gilbert
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider several resolutions including Juneteenth holiday recognition and child care support. The agenda also includes county executive and board chair appointments.
- Resolution to encourage employers to honor Juneteenth as a paid holiday (2023 RES-1351)
- County Executive appointments (2023 RES-1462)
- County Board Chair appointments to the OEI Advisory Board (2023 RES-1583)
- Resolution in support of high-quality, affordable, accessible child care (2023 RES-1594)
Youth Commission
The Youth Commission will meet to conduct several action items including a vice chair election. The body is also scheduled to consider the approval of the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment and hear presentations regarding youth homelessness.
- Vice Chair Election
- Approval of 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment
- Youth Homelessness Presentations and Contacts
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The meeting includes the consideration of minutes from June 20, 2023, and July 18, 2023. The agenda also features agency updates, CCR updates, and legislative announcements.
- Consideration of June 20, 2023, and July 18, 2023, minutes
- Agency updates
- CCR updates
- Legislative announcements/updates
Tree Board
The Dane County Tree Board will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also brainstorm, prioritize, and set timelines for future goals. Additionally, members will consider potential outreach project funding for the Heritage Trees and Urban Tree Alliance projects.
- Election of new Chair and Vice Chair
- Potential outreach project funding for Heritage Trees and Urban Tree Alliance projects
- Brainstorming and prioritizing board goals
- Reports on board vacancies and the Tree Canopy Collaborative
UW Extension Committee
The committee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive a presentation regarding outdoor learning environments. The agenda also includes a director's report and the welcome of new YGP members.
- Presentation: Outdoor learning environments in early care and education sites
- Welcome of new YGP members: Kate Greller and Arya Sengelmann
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The Henry Vilas Zoo Commission is meeting to consider an action item regarding the extension of LTE hours. The agenda also includes consideration of previous meeting minutes and a presentation.
- Extension of LTE hours for Dane County Henry Vilas Zoo (2023 RES-148)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee is reviewing proposed changes to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a discussion and recommendation regarding draft plan language and ordinance text.
- Discussion and recommendation on amendments to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several financial matters including fund transfers for parking lot projects and criminal justice reform initiatives. The agenda also includes requests for lease authorizations, ARPA funds, and radio contract amendments.
- Fund transfer request for Northport parking lot replacement change order
- Allocation of criminal justice reform initiatives funding
- Lease authorization for Northside Early Childhood Zone office
- Acceptance of new ARPA funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Amendment to RACOM radio contract for microwave and battery replacement
Equal Opportunity Commission
The commission will consider minutes from the August 8, 2023, meeting and discuss updates to its slideshow language. The agenda also includes a presentation by the ADA Coordinator and reports on staff activities and the 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan.
- Discussion of updating EOC slideshow language
- Presentation by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator
- Report on the 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
- Consideration of August 8, 2023, meeting minutes
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will receive updates regarding new purpose-built men's shelter developments. The committee is also scheduled to consider ordinance amendments and the 2024 City and County budget recommendation.
- Updates on new purpose-built men's shelter development
- Repeal of Madison General Ordinance Section 23.07(6)
- Amendments to Madison General Ordinance Sections 23.07(13) and 1.08(3)
- 2024 City and County budget recommendation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will review several discussion items including bid waivers for outpatient therapy and case management software. Members will also consider resolutions regarding a lease for the Northside Early Childhood Zone office, ARPA funds, and staff reclassifications.
- Bid Waiver for Outpatient Therapy Network (Our Generations/Multiple) for $200,000
- Bid Waiver for Human Services Case Document Management Software (Northwoods Consulting)
- Resolution 2023 RES-133 authorizing a lease for Northside Early Childhood Zone Office
- Resolution 2023 RES-136 accepting new ARPA funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Resolution 2023 RES-151 authorizing reclassification of a .60 FTE Case Manager to a .60 FTE Quality Assurance Specialist
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will consider a resolution to apply for 2024 State of Wisconsin DNR surface water grants. The meeting also includes the Yahara Lakes Management Quarterly Report presented jointly with the Land Conservation Committee.
- Authorization to apply for 2024 State of Wisconsin DNR Surface Water Grants (2023 RES-150)
- Yahara Lakes Management Quarterly Report
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will hear a joint presentation regarding the Yahara Lakes Management Quarterly Report with the Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee. Other agenda items include reviewing July minutes and considering fund transfers, though specific details for these actions are not provided in this agenda.
- Yahara Lakes Management Quarterly Report
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The committee is holding an event with the neighborhoods surrounding the Alliant Energy Center. No committee business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Community engagement event with surrounding neighborhoods
County Board
The County Board is conducting a series of budget presentations and hearings for the 2024 fiscal year. These sessions cover various departments including human services, veterans services, and public works.
- DCDHS 2024 Budget Presentation
- Veterans Services budget brief
- County Board Office 2024 budget request
- Office for Equity and Inclusion budget hearing
- County Clerk 2024 budget request presentation
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Dane County Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission is meeting to review grant preparation, applications, and panel chair assignments. The commission will also consider minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting and receive updates on upcoming events.
- Review of grant preparation and applications
- Assignment of panel chairs for grants
- Consideration of minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting
Community Justice Council - Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive updates. The agenda includes reports regarding bail analysis and the Pretrial Services Department.
- Bail Analysis report
- Pretrial Services Department update
Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee
The Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee is meeting to consider the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes presentations regarding Dean Health updates.
- Consideration of June 14, 2023 minutes
- Dean Health updates presentation
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider an amendment to the RACOM radio contract regarding microwave inclusion and battery replacement for six tower sites. Directors from UNIDOS and DAIS will also present follow-up information on ECCOS and domestic violence services.
- Amendment to RACOM radio contract for microwave and battery replacement
- Presentation on ECCOS and DV services by UNIDOS and DAIS directors
- Review of August 22, 2023, meeting minutes
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee recommended a resolution to amend the RACOM radio contract. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 22, 2023 meeting.
- Recommended approval of RACOM radio contract amendment for microwave and battery replacement (4-0)
- Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider the minutes from the August 29, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports regarding a pre-report discussion, timeline highlights, and pilot offenses.
- Consideration of August 29, 2023, meeting minutes
- Pre-Report Discussion presented by Professor Jonathan Scharrer
- Discussion of Pilot Offenses from a System Agency perspective
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions and contract change orders regarding county infrastructure and facilities. Items include zoo staffing, parking ramp prevention, and various construction project adjustments.
- Extension of LTE hours for Henry Vilas Zoo
- Contract award to Century Fence Company for Capitol Square South parking ramp screening
- Advance from General Fund to Solid Waste Fund
- Change order for Fen Oak parking lot reconstruction at 5201 Fen Oak Drive
- Multiple change orders for Emergency Management building remodel at 2982 Kapec Road
The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the August 22 meeting minutes and endorsed three resolutions covering zoo staffing hours, a parking‑ramp screening contract, and a fund advance for solid waste assurance. It also approved seven contract change orders for parking lot reconstruction, a parking‑ramp project, and multiple emergency‑management building remodels. All actions passed by voice vote (4‑0) with the Youth and Government Panel voting 2‑0.
- Approved August 22 minutes (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved RES-148 extending LTE hours at Henry Vilas Zoo (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved RES-154 award of contract to Century Fence Co. for Capitol Square South parking‑ramp screening (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved RES-161 advance from General Fund to Solid Waste Fund for financial assurance (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved ACT-137 change order for Fen Oak parking‑lot reconstruction (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved ACT-140‑143 change orders for Emergency Management Building facility remodel (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
- Approved ACT-144 change order for NPO Human Services parking‑lot reconstruction (voice vote 4-0, YGP 2-0)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss and provide recommendations regarding proposed amendments to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the minutes from the August 8, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion and recommendation on amendments to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan
- Review of the August 8, 2023, subcommittee meeting minutes
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will consider the minutes from the August 1, 2023, meeting. Members will also review reports regarding 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations and recent fund expenditures.
- 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations
- CDBG expenditure report for September 2023
- CDBG CV expended funds report for September 2023
- Review of August 1, 2023 meeting minutes
County Board
The County Board is conducting public budget presentations for various departments. These hearings cover several agencies including the District Attorney, Clerk of Courts, and Public Health Madison and Dane County.
- District Attorney 2024 Budget Presentation
- Clerk of Courts 2024 Budget Presentation
- Juvenile Court Program 2024 budget
- Emergency Management 2024 Budget Request
- Public Health Madison and Dane County 2024 Budget Hearing
The County Board conducted a public hearing for 2024 department budget presentations. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded regarding the budget requests; the resolution was received and filed.
- Received and filed resolution PRES-135 regarding 2024 Department Budget Presentations
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will meet to review center by-laws and the County Ordinance. The board is also scheduled to review responsibilities under a contract with the State of Wisconsin. Additionally, the meeting will include updates on the ILSP Pilot and unwinding processes.
- Review of governing ADRC by-laws (26.83)
- Check of County Ordinance
- Review of responsibilities under State of WI contract
- ILSP Pilot update
- Unwinding update
The board approved the minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a proposed date for a virtual public hearing and received updates on the ILSP Pilot and public health unwinding.
- Approved August 14, 2023 ADRC Minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to discuss various medical protocols and updates. Discussion items include EMS protocols, pediatric hypoglycemia, stroke updates, Stoughton ED transport, and ED recovery coaches.
- Dane County EMS Protocols discussion
- Pediatric Hypoglycemia discussion
- Stroke Update discussion
- Stoughton ED Transport - Strandlie discussion
- ED Recovery Coaches discussion
The subcommittee approved the August 2023 minutes and updated EMS protocols regarding pediatric hypoglycemia and stroke screening. Members also discussed emergency department transport capabilities and the use of recovery coaches.
- Approved August 2023 minutes
- Updated pediatric hypoglycemia protocol to change D10 dosage to 3mg/Kilo
- Updated newborn resuscitation protocol dosage and added a 10-minute check/redose requirement
- Removed pre-hospital LVO screening from stroke protocols
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee is meeting to prepare for Cycle 2 grants. The committee will review application numbers, the grants pool budget, and potential funding for youth-focused programs.
- Review and approval of the grants pool budget
- Review and approval of dedicated dollars for youth-focused grants
- Determination of available funds for capital grants and other applications
- Review of assignment of chairs/co-chairs for the handbook
The committee approved a recommended budget of $97,000 for 2023 Cycle 2 grants to be sent to the full commission. The group also approved previous meeting minutes and postponed the final budget decision for capital grants until October.
- Approved $97,000 for 2023 Cycle 2 grant budget for recommendation to full commission (unanimous)
- Approved 8/04/2023 Executive Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 8/09/2023 commission minutes for recommendation to full commission (unanimous)
- Postponed final Capital grant budget decision until October Executive Committee meeting
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several legislative items including zoning amendments, a catastrophic leave program, and land purchases. The agenda also includes multiple contract approvals for infrastructure, technology, and professional services.
- Amending the definition of 'Day Care Center' in the County Code
- Incorporating Town of Black Earth comprehensive plan amendments into the County plan
- Amending the County Code regarding a catastrophic leave program
- Authorizing a beverage agreement for the Alliant Energy Center
- Awarding architectural/engineering design services for Alliant Energy Center HVAC upgrades to Strang, Inc.
The County Board approved the purchase of land in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for the Sugar River Wildlife Area. The board also adopted several zoning petitions and ordinances, including a new catastrophic leave program. One resolution for a parking ramp security camera system was referred back to committee.
- Approved land purchase for Sugar River Wildlife Area (29-3)
- Approved rezoning at 3136 Oak St to General Commercial (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning in Town of Springdale for 7 residential lots (28-2)
- Approved rezoning at 5497 Cuba Valley Road (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning at 4300 Vilas Hope Road to Two Family Residential (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning west of 8230 County Highway Y (voice vote)
- Approved ordinance for a catastrophic leave program (voice vote)
- Referred Capitol Square South parking ramp camera contract to Public Works & Transportation Committee (18-15)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee will consider four resolutions regarding the sale of different types of bonds and promissory notes. These items include general obligation corporate purpose bonds and airport project promissory notes. The resolutions were referred to the committee by the County Board in August 2023.
- Sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023A
- Sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2023B
- Sale of Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023C
- Sale of General Obligation Airport Project Promissory Notes, Series 2023D
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended for approval four separate resolutions regarding the sale of general obligation promissory notes and corporate purpose bonds. All four recommendations passed with unanimous voice votes.
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-140 (Sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023A) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-141 (Sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2023B) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-142 (Sale of Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023C) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-143 (Sale of General Obligation Airport Project Promissory Notes, Series 2023D) (4-0)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review the August 3, 2023 meeting minutes. The body will also receive updates regarding a broadband coordinator, a PSC grant, and a newsletter.
- Discussion and action on updated draft of AECOM Engineering Assessment Report of Recommendations
- Broadband Coordinator Introduction update
- PSC Grant update
- Newsletter update
The Task Force approved the minutes from the August 3, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a draft AECOM Engineering Assessment Report and a potential public-private partnership for a PSC grant. No final action was taken on the AECOM report.
- Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Set September 21 deadline for Task Force comments on AECOM report
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to consider updating library standards and approving the September 2023 finance/expenditure report. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the Beyond the Page report.
- Resolution to update Dane County Library Standards
- Approval of September 2023 Finance/Expenditure Report
- Beyond the Page report presentation
The Library Board approved the August 2023 minutes and the September 2023 finance/expenditure report. A resolution to update Dane County library standards was referred to the County Board, pending votes from all 19 county library boards.
- Approved August 2023 Library Board minutes (6-0)
- Referred Resolution to Update Dane County Library Standards to County Board (6-0)
- Approved September 2023 Finance/Expenditure Report (6-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Nutrition / Wellness Committee
The committee will elect new officers and establish the 2024 meeting schedule. Presentations include updates on catering changes in the Senior Nutrition Program and healthy aging workshops. The agenda also includes a 2024 budget update and dietitian program reports.
- Election of Committee Officers
- 2024 Meeting Day and Time Schedule
- Senior Nutrition Program catering changes presentation
- Healthy Aging Workshops update
- 2024 Budget Update
The committee approved the 2024 meeting schedule and the minutes from June 7, 2023. No action was taken on the election of committee officers. Staff provided updates on catering changes, healthy aging workshops, and upcoming nutrition surveys.
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved quarterly meetings at the same time for 2024 (unanimous)
- Election of Committee Officers: No action taken
Park Commission
The Park Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed fee changes for Dane County Parks in 2024. The meeting also includes the consideration of minutes from the August 23, 2023, meeting.
- Public Hearing for Dane County Parks 2024 Fee Changes
The Park Commission held a public hearing regarding proposed 2024 fee changes, though no public testimony or communications were received. The commission approved the minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting.
- Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Closed public hearing for 2024 fee changes (5-0)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will review several resolutions regarding fund acceptances and budget transfers. The agenda includes a discussion on amending city ordinances to allow miniature pigs as pets and reviewing criminal justice reform initiatives.
- Amendment to City of Madison Ordinance Section 23.525 regarding miniature pigs as companion animals
- Allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding
- Resolution #2023-23: Funding for the Roadmap to Reducing Violence in Madison and Dane County RFP
- Resolution #2023-24: FEMA grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination efforts
- Resolution #2023-30: American Rescue Plan funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program
The Board recommended a city ordinance amendment to allow miniature companion pigs as pets, provided they are spayed or neutered. The Board also approved several resolutions to accept grant funding for health services and approved a strategic plan and healthy community presentation.
- Recommended approval of ordinance to allow miniature pigs as pets with added spay/neuter requirement (voice vote)
- Approved Strategic Plan and Healthy Community Fund presentations (voice vote)
- Recommended Sub 2 of Resolution 2023-094 regarding Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 2023-23 to continue contracts for Roadmap to Reducing Violence in Madison and Dane County (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 2023-24 to accept FEMA funds for COVID-19 vaccination (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 2023-25 for line item budget transfers (voice vote)
- Approved Resolutions 2023-27 and 2023-29 to accept WI Dept of Health Services funds for HIV tests and infection prevention training (voice vote)
- Approved Resolutions 2023-30 and 2023-31 to accept funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (voice vote)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will review the minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes presentations on 2024 CDBG/HOME funding recommendations and reports regarding current fund expenditures.
- 2024 CDBG/HOME Funding Recommendations presentation
- CDBG - CV Expended Funds Report - September 2023
- CDBG Expenditure Status Report - September 2023
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting. Presentations are scheduled regarding 'Vision versus Reality,' potential pilot offenses and data, and service arrays for participants. No action items are listed for this meeting.
- Review of August 8, 2023 subcommittee minutes
- Vision versus Reality presentation
- Potential pilot offenses and data discussion
- Service arrays for participants presentation
The subcommittee approved the minutes from August 8, 2023. Members discussed the feasibility of community court goals, staffing constraints, and potential pilot offenses based on racial disparity data. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is considering several ordinance amendments and various resolutions. Items include budget amendments, land purchases, and contract authorizations.
- Amending Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances regarding 'Day Care Center' definition
- Amending Chapter 18 regarding a Catastrophic Leave Program
- Amending Chapter 18 regarding employees serving as interim department heads
- Authorizing land purchase in Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for Sugar River Wildlife Area
- Authorizing beverage agreement for Alliant Energy Center
The committee recommended approval for several items, including a catastrophic leave program and a revised definition for day care centers. It also approved bid waivers for ballot printing and coliseum roof maintenance. One ordinance regarding interim department heads was postponed.
- Recommended approval of day care center definition amendment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of catastrophic leave program ordinance (4-0)
- Postponed ordinance regarding interim department heads (4-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Sugar River Wildlife Area (4-0)
- Approved bid waiver for Alliant Energy Center roof maintenance (4-0)
- Approved bid waiver for County Clerk ballot printing (4-0)
- Approved acceptance of fire suppression tool donation for Sheriff's Office (4-0)
- Approved bills and accounts for August 28, 2023 (4-0)
Personnel & Finance Tax Deed Subcommittee
The subcommittee will receive a report regarding the tax deed process timeline. Members will also consider establishing appraisals and approving the sale of several tax deeded parcels.
- Report on Tax Deed Process - TIMELINE (RPT-2371)
- Establish appraisal and approve sale of parcel #0511-083-9255-0
- Establish appraisal and approve sale of parcel #0512-254-3466-1
- Establish appraisal and approve sale of parcel #0608-122-0710-3
- Establish appraisal and approve sale of parcel #0609-012-2733-6
The Personnel & Finance Tax Deed Subcommittee established appraisals and approved the sale of 10 tax-deeded parcels. Some parcels were approved for sale at a minimum bid value, while others were approved for sale to the municipality at their appraised value.
- Approved $600 appraisal and sale of parcel #0511-083-9255-0 (voice vote)
- Approved $5,000 appraisal and sale of parcel #0512-254-3466-1 (voice vote)
- Approved $4,500 appraisal and sale of parcel #0608-122-0710-3 (voice vote)
- Approved $3,000 appraisal and sale of parcel #0609-012-2733-6 (voice vote)
- Approved $500 appraisal and sale of parcel #0806-261-4316-1 (voice vote)
- Approved $1,000 appraisal and sale of parcel #0709-174-3313-1 to municipality (voice vote)
- Approved $654,762 appraisal and sale of parcel #0709-234-0217-0 to municipality (voice vote)
- Approved $826 appraisal and sale of parcel #0810-313-4704-1 to municipality (voice vote)
Community Development Block Grant Commission - Application Review Team
The Application Review Team will conduct a review of scores and funding for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant program. This includes a review related to 2023 ACT-1331.
- Review of 2024 CDBG application scores and funding
- Review of 2023 ACT-1331
Community Development Block Grant Commission - Application Review Team
The meeting includes staff discussions regarding the CDBG/HOME interview schedule. No specific grant decisions or dollar amounts are listed in this agenda.
- Staff discussion for Review Team interviews
- CDBG/HOME Interview Schedule Day 3
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will meet to review the Lived Experience Survey and receive a presentation regarding the Harvard Government Performance Lab and 911. The council will also receive reports on essential tools and website updates.
- Review of the Lived Experience Survey
- Presentation by Harvard Government Performance Lab (GPL) regarding 911
- Report on CJCC Essential Tools
- Report on CJC Website Updates
The council approved a survey designed to identify gaps in behavioral health services for people involved in the criminal justice system. Members also received a presentation on technical assistance for the CARES non-law enforcement crisis response program from the Harvard Government Performance Lab.
- Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Lived Experience Survey as amended (unanimous)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will review resolutions regarding land acquisition in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose. Members will also consider a research contract with UW-Madison and budget amendments to accept cost-share funds. Additionally, the agenda includes a donation for chainsaw workshops for women.
- Land purchase in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for Sugar River Wildlife Area (2023 RES-139)
- Contract with UW-Madison Soil Science Department for demonstration farm research (2023 RES-127)
- Budget amendment to accept cost-share funds (2023 RES-144)
- Donation of funds for chainsaw workshops for women from the Foundation for Dane County Parks (2023 RES-145)
The committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including land acquisitions in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose. Other approved recommendations included a research contract with UW-Madison and the acceptance of cost-share funds.
- Recommended approval of contract with UW-Madison Soil Science Department for demonstration farm research (5-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase in Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for Sugar River Wildlife Area (4-1)
- Denied motion to require a second appraisal for Sugar River Wildlife Area land (1-4)
- Denied motion to postpone Sugar River Wildlife Area resolution until a second appraisal is available (1-4)
- Recommended approval of 2023 budget amendment to accept cost-share funds (5-0)
- Recommended approval of fund donation for women's chainsaw workshops from Foundation for Dane County Parks (5-0)
- Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Development Block Grant Commission - Application Review Team
The Application Review Team is conducting the second day of interviews for 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funding. The meeting includes staff discussion regarding review team interviews.
- Interviews for 2024 CDBG/HOME funding (Day 2)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will consider a resolution to purchase land in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for the Sugar River Wildlife Area. The meeting also includes a report on proposed 2024 park fee changes and updates on the Mendota County Park Improvement Project.
- Resolution to authorize land purchase in Verona and Montrose for Sugar River Wildlife Area
- Authorization of funds for chainsaw workshops for women
- Update on Mendota County Park Improvement Project
- Report on proposed 2024 Dane County Parks fee changes
- Presentation on Heritage Center private rental transition
The Park Commission recommended approval for a land purchase in the Town of Verona and Town of Montrose. The commission also recommended funding for women's chainsaw workshops. Staff provided updates on the Heritage Center transition and Mendota County Park improvements.
- Recommended approval of land purchase in Town of Verona and Town of Montrose for Sugar River Wildlife Area (7-0)
- Recommended approval of funds for women's chainsaw workshops from the Foundation for Dane County Parks (7-0)
- Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will review minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting and address advocacy for federal and state programs. Discussion topics include budget priorities and future meeting presentations.
- Advocacy supporting federal and state programs
- Budget priorities discussion
- Legislative updates regarding county, state, and federal levels
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The Community Development Block Grant Commission will not convene to conduct official business at its August 23, 2023 meeting. A quorum of the commission may attend a Habitat Home Dedication Ceremony at 1128 Kamperschroer Way in Sun Prairie.
- No official business or decisions scheduled.
Food Council
The council will consider a budget proposal and review minutes from the July meeting. Members will receive various reports on topics including the Food Plan, community gardens, and regional agriculture. The council also plans to discuss 2024 budget planning and the Taste the Future event.
- Budget proposal action item
- Review of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion on 2024 budget planning
- Discussion regarding the Taste the Future event on November 3
- Reports on Food Plan and Regional Agriculture & Food Sovereignty
The council approved a motion to seek one full-time equivalent position for food systems work staffing within public health. Members also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.
- Authorized pursuit of one full-time equivalent position for food systems work staffing in public health (6-0)
- Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission will review the July 26, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Employment Transportation Assistance Program and a report on Transportation Call Center trends from 2018 to June 2023.
- Presentation: Employment Transportation Assistance Program (Bus Passes)
- Report: Transportation Call Center 1st Half 2023 Summary
- Review of July 26, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting. No other formal action items were decided during the session.
- Approved 07-26-23 STC Minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Development Block Grant Commission - Application Review Team
The Application Review Team is conducting Day 1 interviews for 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funding. The meeting also includes electing a chair for the 2024 team and reviewing scoring criteria and RFP processes.
- Election of Chair for 2024 Application Review Team
- Review of 2024 scoring criteria
- Review of 2024 RFP process
- Interviews for 2024 CDBG/HOME funding (Day 1)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider resolutions regarding criminal justice reform initiatives funding and a Wisconsin Department of Justice grant for a Safe Neighborhoods Project. Members will also discuss updates on housing insecurity among jail residents eligible for electronic monitoring. A presentation on domestic violence experiences in Dane County is scheduled.
- Allocation of criminal justice reform initiatives funding (2023 RES-094)
- Wisconsin DOJ grant funding for a Safe Neighborhoods Project (2023 RES-131)
- Budget amendment to accept a donation for reunification training (2023 RES-125)
- Presentation on domestic violence experiences in Dane County
- Update on housing insecurity for jail residents eligible for electronic monitoring
The committee recommended for approval a resolution regarding the allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding and a grant for a Safe Neighborhoods Project. It also recommended an amendment to the 2023 operating budget to accept a donation for reunification training.
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-094 (Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Funding) as amended (4-1)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-125 (Budget amendment for reunification training donation) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-131 (DOJ grant funding for Safe Neighborhoods Project) (4-0)
- Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions, contract addendums, and change orders. Items include facility upgrades at the Alliant Energy Center and various infrastructure projects.
- Beverage agreement for the Alliant Energy Center (2023 RES-128)
- One time stipend for certain Dane County Regional Airport employees (2023 RES-130)
- HVAC controls upgrades at 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way (2023 RES-134)
- Security camera system for Capitol Square South Parking Ramp, 113 South Henry Street (2023 RES-138)
- Fen Oak parking lot reconstruction change order at 5201 Fen Oak Drive (2023 ACT-103)
The committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including a one-time stipend for certain Dane County Regional Airport employees and a beverage agreement for the Alliant Energy Center. The body also approved five contract change orders for various infrastructure and facility projects.
- Recommended approval of beverage agreement for Alliant Energy Center (6-0)
- Recommended approval of one-time stipend for certain Dane County Regional Airport employees as amended (6-0)
- Recommended approval of SCS Engineers contract addendum #3 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of lease for Northside Early Childhood Zone office (5-0)
- Recommended approval of HVAC controls upgrades for Alliant Energy Center via Strang, Inc. (5-0)
- Recommended approval of security camera system for Capitol Square South parking ramp via Universal Power & Systems, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved contract change orders for Fen Oak parking lot, Babcock launch, Elections Center study, HVAC/lighting design, and Albion tow plow garage (all 5-0)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will hold public hearings for several rezoning petitions and conditional use permits in various towns. They will also consider amending the Dane County Code of Ordinances to incorporate the Town of Black Earth's comprehensive plan.
- Rezoning 11965: 5497 Cuba Valley Road, Town of Vienna
- Rezoning 11966: 4300 Vilas Hope Road, Town of Cottage Grove
- Rezoning 11967: West of 8230 County Highway Y, Town of Roxbury
- CUP 02600: Livestock use in the Town of Cross Plains
- Ordinance Amendment 2023 OA-033: Black Earth Plan update
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee recommended approval for three rezoning requests and an ordinance amendment. The committee also approved two conditional use permits for livestock and a caretaker's residence.
- Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11965 at 5497 Cuba Valley Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11966 at 4300 Vilas Hope Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11967 at West of 8230 County Highway Y with deed restriction (4-0)
- Approved CUP 02600 for livestock at 8250 N Riley Rd (4-0)
- Approved CUP 02601 for caretaker's residence at 2091 Leslie Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance Amendment 2023 OA-033 regarding Town of Black Earth Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Information Council
The Land Information Council will consider the impacts of Fly Dane 2024 on the 2024 budget. Minutes from previous meetings are scheduled for consideration at the next meeting on September 12, 2023.
- Fly Dane 2024 and its impacts on the 2024 budget
The council approved Dane County's participation in a multi-county Lidar project to create high-accuracy countywide datasets. The project is scheduled for 2024.
- Approved $137,940 for the Fly Dane Terrain Project (voice vote)
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The committee will review the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes and receive several reports. Discussion topics include market study status, capital improvements, financing options, and area plans surrounding the campus.
- Market Study Status Report
- Capital Improvements to Existing Facilities & Operating Finances
- Financing Options for Major Capital Additions
- Public Communication and Outreach
- Review of Area Plans Surrounding the Campus
The committee received updates on a market study, deferred maintenance projects, and potential funding strategies for capital additions. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made other than the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review a Lived Experience Survey for potential recommendation to the CJC. The meeting also includes a presentation on the new subcommittee website and updates regarding the Crisis Triage Center.
- Review of the Lived Experience Survey
- Presentation of the new CJC Behavioral Health Subcommittee website
- Competency Restoration discussion
- Update on the Crisis Triage Center
The Behavioral Health Subcommittee voted to recommend a pilot survey to the Community Justice Council (CJC) to identify gaps in behavioral healthcare for people with criminal justice involvement. The committee also received reports on competency restoration and the lack of bids for a Crisis Triage Center provider.
- Approved May 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of the lived experience survey to the CJC once finalized (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss prioritizing and selecting proposed recommendations regarding equity in recruitment and retention. Staff will also provide an update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment.
- Prioritizing and selection of proposed subcommittee recommendations regarding equity in recruitment and retention
- Staff update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment
The subcommittee discussed and modified draft recommendations regarding equity in the recruitment and retention of Dane County employees. Staff will incorporate these changes into a new draft for finalization at the September meeting. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 28, 2023 meeting.
- Approved minutes of the 7-28-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Decided to incorporate Retention recommendations #1 and #2 into the work of the Ombudsperson Committee
- Agreed to combine retention recommendations #2, 8, 9, 22, and 23 into former sections #27 and #28
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several resolutions including road maintenance, affordable housing agreements, and facility upgrades. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Indian Lake County Park and its underpass.
- Adjusting speed limits on county highways (2023 OA-038)
- Affordable housing project at 831 & 871 Center Drive in Oregon (2023 RES-100)
- Badger Prairie Health Care Center parking lot drainage improvements (2023 RES-102)
- Design, construction and maintenance of CTH M from Oncken Rd to STH 113 (2023 RES-104)
- World Dairy Expo 2024-2028 permit at Alliant Energy Center (2023 RES-1137)
The County Board adopted an ordinance prohibiting discrimination on the basis of caste. The board also approved several zoning petitions, highway speed limit adjustments, and various infrastructure and housing contracts.
- Adopted ordinance prohibiting discrimination on the basis of caste (32-2)
- Adopted ordinance amending salvage operations regulations (32-2)
- Approved adjusting speed limits on county highways
- Approved affordable housing project agreements at 831 & 871 Center Drive in Oregon
- Approved 7 zoning petitions in the towns of York, Roxbury, Perry, Christiana, Cottage Grove, and Verona
- Approved contract for CTH M design and construction from Oncken Rd to STH 113
- Approved permit for World Dairy Expo 2024-2028 at Alliant Energy Center
- Approved capital budget amendment for electionware server upgrade
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet in person at Indian Lake County Park to review several referrals. Items include proposed ordinance amendments regarding caste discrimination and a capital budget amendment for the Clerk's office.
- Amending Chapters 18 and 19 of the Dane County Code of Ordinances to prohibit discrimination based on caste (2023 OA-037)
- Amending the capital budget to fund electionware server upgrade for the Dane County Clerk Office (2023 RES-115)
- Status update on workplace climate assessment
The Executive Committee recommended approval of an ordinance to prohibit discrimination based on caste. The committee also recommended a capital budget amendment to fund a server upgrade for the County Clerk's election software.
- Approved minutes of the 7-20-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 OA-037 to prohibit discrimination on the basis of caste (6-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-115 to fund electionware server upgrade (voice vote)
County Board
The provided document is a notice for a County Board meeting. No specific legislative items or business actions are listed in the agenda text.
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee will consider a resolution to amend the capital budget. This amendment is intended to fund an electionware server upgrade for the Dane County Clerk Office.
- 2023 RES-115: Amending the capital budget to fund Electionware server upgrade
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended approval of a resolution to amend the capital budget. This funding is designated for an electionware server upgrade for the Dane County Clerk Office.
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-115 to fund electionware server upgrade (4-0)
County Board
The agenda contains only a notice that a quorum of the County Board or Standing Committees may be present at the AXON Roadshow in Waunakee. No official actions are scheduled to be taken.
- No actionable items listed
Youth Commission
The Youth Commission elected a new chair and approved the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting. The election of a vice chair was postponed until the September meeting due to an absence.
- Approved July 19, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Elected Sreeja Bandreddi as Chair (5-0)
- Postponed election of Vice Chair until September meeting
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The Dane County Emergency Medical Services Commission will meet to discuss budget priorities and the Dane County System Vision. The agenda also includes a follow-up regarding the CARES and DCSO Mental Health Team.
- Discussion of budget priorities
- Follow up on CARES and DCSO Mental Health Team
- Dane County System Vision Support
- Consideration of May 2023 meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the May 2023 meeting. Members discussed the evolving role of the DCEMS office, updates on the CARES mental health team, and 2024 budget priorities including opiate prevention.
- Approved May 2023 minutes
Tree Board
The Tree Board will meet to brainstorm, prioritize, and set objectives for its mission and vision. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Tree Canopy Collaborative and a Heritage Tree update.
- Brainstorming and prioritizing Tree Board goals
- Discussion of potential outreach project funding for TCC
- Tree Canopy Collaborative report
- Heritage Tree update
The Tree Board developed draft goals focused on equitable tree canopy, preservation, forestry careers, and education. The board also drafted a mission statement to advocate for equitable healthy community forests and a vision statement for healthy community forests for all.
- Approved July 18, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Drafted goals for tree canopy, preservation, forestry careers, and education
- Drafted mission statement: 'Advocating for equitable healthy community forests in Dane County'
- Drafted vision statement: 'Healthy community forests for all'
- Tabled decision on TCC educational material funding until budget status is provided in September
UW Extension Committee
The Dane County UW Extension Committee will meet on August 15, 2023. The agenda includes a recommendation for the 2023/24 Youth in Governance cohort and presentations regarding 4-H programs.
- 2023/24 Youth in Governance cohort recommendation
- 4-H Community Club program presentation
- Juntos 4-H program presentation
- Review of May 16, 2023, meeting minutes
The UW Extension Committee approved the recommended list of students for the 2023-24 Youth in Governance cohort. The committee also received updates on the 4-H Community Club and Juntos 4-H programs.
- Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved 2023/24 Youth in Governance cohort recommendation (5-0)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee will consider several resolutions regarding local infrastructure and social services. Items include agreements for housing in Oregon and road maintenance on CTH M. The committee will also review fund transfers for public safety communications.
- Affordable housing project at 831 & 871 Center Drive in the Village of Oregon
- Design, construction, and maintenance agreement for CTH M from Oncken Rd to Sth 113
- Reclassification of social worker positions within the DCDHS CYF Division
- Permit agreement for World Dairy Expo 2024-2028 at the Alliant Energy Center
- Fund transfer request for Job Center fire panel replacement
The committee recommended approval for 18 resolutions and one ordinance amendment, including affordable housing projects and infrastructure upgrades. It also approved two fund transfers and three reporting exception requests for Human Services.
- Recommended approval of salvage operations ordinance amendment 2023 OA-009 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project agreements at 831 & 871 Center Drive (5-0)
- Approved fund transfer for Job Center fire panel replacement (5-0)
- Approved fund transfer for Public Safety Communications building (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Badger Prairie Health Care Center parking lot drainage (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 budget amendment for fire panel system at 1738 Roth Street (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 capital budget amendment for Sheriff vehicles (5-0)
- Approved reporting exception requests for Human Services employees Beischel and Thao (5-0)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board will meet to consider previous minutes and receive various reports. Presentations include an update on Behavioral Health Resource Center operations.
- Update on BHRC operations by Molly Kloehn
- Report on DD Coalition meeting regarding public health unwinding and public benefits
- Report on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security reporting issues
- Senior Advocacy training updates
- Janet Zander Action Alert regarding Healthy Aging Grants and FY 2024 Older American Act Funding
The board approved the minutes from the July 10, 2023, meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the board received updates on behavioral health operations and senior advocacy.
- Approved July 10, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Medical Advisory Subcommittee will review the July 2023 meeting minutes. The committee is also scheduled to discuss DCEMS protocols and medical control calls to emergency departments.
- Review of July 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of DCEMS Protocols
- Discussion of Medical Control Calls to the EDs
The subcommittee approved the July 2023 minutes. Members discussed medical supply shortages and proposed updates to EMS protocols regarding epinephrine, pediatric hypoglycemic dosing, and airway equipment.
- Approved July 2023 minutes (MIN-234)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee will review several resolutions regarding county services. This includes approving an affordable housing project in Oregon and accepting state funds for homebuyer assistance.
- Affordable housing agreements at 831 & 871 Center Drive, Village of Oregon
- Reclassification of social worker and program leader positions within DCDHS
- Addition of the Village of Marshall to the Dane County Urban County Consortium
- Contract for homebuyer assistance using state funds
- Lease authorizations for Joining Forces for Families Program in Waunakee and Mazomanie
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including funding for affordable housing in Oregon and homebuyer assistance. The committee also recommended lease authorizations for the Joining Forces for Families program and staff reclassifications.
- Approved minutes from 07-13-2023 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of lease for Joining Forces for Families program in Waunakee (4-0)
- Recommended approval of agreements for affordable housing project at 831 & 871 Center Drive, Oregon (4-0)
- Recommended approval of reclassifying 4 staff positions to lead roles (4-0)
- Recommended approval of adding Village of Marshall to the Urban County Consortium (4-0)
- Recommended approval of state funds and contract for homebuyer assistance (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Mazomanie lease for Joining Forces for Families program (4-0)
Park Commission
The commission will consider the July 26, 2023 meeting minutes and review a proposed intersection reconstruction project in Fitchburg. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding proposed Dane County Parks fee changes for 2024.
- Proposed 2024 Dane County Parks fee changes
- City of Fitchburg Syene/McCoy intersection reconstruction project proposal
The Commission directed staff to sign a de minimis impact letter for a City of Fitchburg intersection reconstruction project. Members also discussed proposed 2024 fee changes ahead of a scheduled public hearing.
- Approved July 26, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Directed staff to sign de minimis impact letter for Syene/McCoy intersection reconstruction (5-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The commission will meet to consider previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation. The agenda also includes reports from the Chair/Executive Committee, Areas of Focus, and the Executive Director.
- Presentation by Sara Young, Managing Director of American Players Theatre
- Consideration of June 14, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the June 14, 2023, meeting. Members received a presentation from the American Players Theatre and discussed arts funding and the objectives of various Areas of Focus groups.
- Approved 6/14/2023 Commission meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will meet to consider the proposed 2024 Airport Budget. The meeting also includes reports regarding air service and art exhibits.
- Proposed 2024 Airport Budget presentation by Gene Meyers
- Air Service Update report
- Art Exhibit Update report
- Review of June 21, 2023, meeting minutes
The Airport Commission approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting and authorized mileage and per diem for members attending the August 9 meeting. The commission also received a presentation on the proposed 2024 Airport Budget.
- Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved mileage and per diem for members at August 9 meeting (7-0)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will receive a report regarding the 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission budget recommendations. The committee will also consider the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting.
- 2024 LWC Budget Recommendations report
- Consideration of July 18, 2023, meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting. Members also reviewed and proposed edits to the 2024 LWC Budget Recommendation document.
- Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will meet to conduct administrative actions and receive reports. The agenda includes a vote for the 2023 Secretary and a presentation regarding Dane County Equity Plans.
- Vote for Secretary 2023
- Discussion of updating slideshow language
- Presentation on Dane County Equity Plans by Theola Carter
- Juneteenth Report
- Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
The Commission appointed a new Secretary and approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the Dane County Equity Plans and placed updates to the EOC slideshow on hold pending legal review.
- Approved June 13, 2023 minutes
- Appointed Annie Weatherby-Flowers as Secretary
- Placed EOC slideshow updates on hold pending follow-up with Corporation Counsel
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting and hear a presentation by Peng Her of the Hmong Institute. The agenda includes a group exercise focused on refining the mission and vision of the community court. Members will also discuss project timelines and a site visit.
- Presentation by Peng Her of the Hmong Institute
- Discussion regarding Restorative Justice Community Court-Avondale site visit
- Group exercise to refine the mission and vision of the community court
- Discussion on project timelines and task lists
The subcommittee reviewed a site visit to a Chicago restorative justice court and held a group exercise to define values for a future Dane County community court. Members discussed a memo indicating that community court work will be delayed until a director for the Office of Justice Reform and Equity is hired.
- Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will review a request for a 174-foot monopole communication tower at 3486 County Road MN. Members will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding the definition of "day care center." Additionally, the committee will receive a report on proposed updates to Dane County FEMA maps.
- Conditional Use Permit for a 174' monopole communication tower at 3486 County Road MN
- Ordinance amendment 2023 OA-010 regarding the definition of "day care center"
- Proposed updates to Dane County FEMA FIRM maps (2023 RPT-211)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review options regarding County Certified Local Government status. Members will also discuss recommendations for amendments to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan.
- Discussion on options for County Certified Local Government status
- Recommendation on amendments to the Dane County Comprehensive Plan
- Review of proposed online mapping for cultural resources
- Report on discussions with Corporation Counsel and Wisconsin Historical Society
The subcommittee recommended Option 2 as the basis for a proposal to the Zoning and Land Regulation committee regarding Certified Local Government status. Action on draft Comprehensive Plan amendments was postponed to September 12, 2023.
- Approved minutes from the July 11 meeting
- Recommended Option 2 for County Certified Local Government status
- Postponed action on draft Dane County Comprehensive Plan amendments until September 12, 2023
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will review a recommendation for the Mally Grant and discuss 2024 budget priorities. Presentations include updates on the Celebrate Aging campaign and the health impacts of climate change on older adults. The meeting also includes various committee reports and a housing strategy update.
- Mally Grant Recommendation
- 2024 Budget Priority Request
- Celebrate Aging Campaign updates
- Climate and health implications for older adults presentation
- Regional Housing Strategy Update
The Area Agency on Aging Board approved a budget priority request for additional case management funding for 2024. The board also awarded a Mally grant to the Verona Senior Center after another applicant declined the funds.
- Approved Mally grant funding for Verona Senior Center (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 AAA Budget Priority request for additional Case Management funding (voice vote)
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will receive updates on the Madison/Dane County CoC Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. The committee will also discuss possible recommendations regarding the 2024 City and County Budget.
- Madison/Dane County CoC Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness Development Updates
- Dane County Doubled Up Housing Strategy Specialist Updates
- Discussion of 2024 City and County Budget Recommendations
- Men's shelter development updates
The committee approved the minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on the Community Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness and updates on doubled-up homelessness projects. No formal actions were taken regarding 2024 budget recommendations.
- Approved 07-10-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Reclassification Appeals Board
The Reclassification Appeals Board will consider appeals related to the denial of reclassifications for Program Specialist #3050 and #1650. The meeting also includes consideration of previous minutes and potential closed sessions regarding employment-related matters.
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of Program Specialist #3050
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of Program Specialist #1650
The Reclassification Appeals Board reviewed the denial of reclassification for Program Specialist positions #3050 and #1650. The board recommended overturning the denial, which was agreed to by County Executive Parisi.
- Overturned denial of reclassification for Program Specialist #3050 and #1650 (2-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee will review minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a September grants process review and receive updates on Cycle 2 grant planning.
- Approval of June 14, 2023, commission minutes
- Discussion regarding September grants process review
- Friends of Dane Arts fund development update
- Preliminary planning for Cycle 2 grants
The committee established preliminary guidelines for a new fundraising friends group, including board size and term limits. They also approved previous meeting minutes and discussed upcoming grant reviews and arts programming.
- Approved June 9, 2023 Executive Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended June 14, 2023 commission meeting minutes for approval (unanimous)
- Reached consensus that the friends group should primarily serve as a fundraising entity
- Reached consensus on a five-member board for the friends group with at least one Dane Arts Commissioner
- Reached consensus that board term limits should be two years
- Reached consensus that friends group funds should be unrestricted for Dane Arts activities
Library Board
The Dane County Library Board will meet to review the June 1, 2023, meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to consider the 2024 Dane County Library Service budget proposal and the August 2023 finance/expenditure report.
- Approval of June 1, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of August 2023 finance/expenditure report
- Approval of 2024 Dane County Library Service budget proposal
- Director's Report for August 2023
The Library Board approved the 2024 Dane County Library Service budget proposal. The board also approved the August 2023 finance and expenditure report and the minutes from the June 1, 2023 meeting.
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved August 2023 finance/expenditure report (4-0)
- Approved 2024 Dane County Library Service budget proposal (4-0)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will discuss and review the Draft AECOM Engineering Assessment Report. The meeting also includes updates on BEAD Planning and the Affordable Connectivity Program.
- Review and editing of the Draft AECOM Engineering Assessment Report
- Affordable Connectivity Program update
- BEAD Planning update
- Reminder of PSC Expansion Grant opening August 14, 2023
The Task Force discussed shortfalls and recommendations for the draft AECOM Engineering Assessment Report. An updated draft must be submitted by August 25th for further review. The committee also received updates on the Affordable Connectivity Program and BEAD planning.
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Set August 25th deadline for updated AECOM draft report submission
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will hear a presentation regarding Dane County Waste & Renewable's PFAS management. The meeting also includes reviewing 2024 budget recommendations and previous meeting minutes.
- Presentation on Dane County Waste & Renewable's PFAS Management
- 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission Budget Recommendations
- Consideration of July 5, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of fund transfers
The commission approved the minutes from July 5, 2023. Members discussed adding a PFAS testing study, a new Environmental Health Specialist position, and a lab dishwasher to the 2024 budget recommendations.
- Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The Area Agency on Aging Legislative/Advocacy Committee will meet to consider the minutes from June 21, 2023. The committee is also scheduled to review a budget priority request.
- AAA Budget Priority Request
The Legislative/Advocacy Committee approved the 2024 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Budget Priority request. The request will be forwarded to the AAA Board.
- Approved June 21 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved 2024 AAA Budget Priority and forwarded request to the AAA Board (voice vote)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will consider July meeting minutes and receive an introduction for a new program specialist. The agenda also includes updates on the 2024 RFP process and reviews of CDBG expenditure status reports.
- Introduction of new CDBG/HOME Program Specialist
- Update on 2024 RFP Process
- Review of RLF Report from July 31, 2023
- CDBG Expenditure Status Reports for August 2023
The commission approved the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on the 2024 RFP process and presented three reports regarding RLF and CDBG expenditures.
- Approved 7-11-2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will continue discussions regarding priority areas for equity in recruitment and retention. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Dane County Highway Department Internship Program and a staff update on the government workplace climate assessment.
- Discussion of ideas and priority areas regarding equity in recruitment and retention
- Presentation on the Dane County Highway Department Internship Program
- Staff update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment
The subcommittee approved the May 19, 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion on equity in recruitment and retention was postponed to the next meeting, and the committee heard a presentation on the Highway Department Internship Program.
- Approved May 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Postponed discussion of equity in recruitment and retention ideas to August 18, 2023
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will consider resolutions regarding recreational trails and park improvements. This includes a trail easement with the Wisconsin DNR and a grant application for the Walking Iron State Trail. They will also discuss a fund donation for an accessible fishing pier.
- Recreational trail easement with Wisconsin DNR (2023 RES-121)
- Fund donation for an accessible fishing pier (2023 RES-122)
- Grant application to WisDOT for Walking Iron State Trail (2023 RES-123)
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended three resolutions for approval related to trail development and park funding. The committee also approved the minutes from its June 22, 2023, meeting.
- Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-121 for a recreational trail easement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-122 for donation of funds for an accessible fishing pier from the Foundation for Dane County Parks (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-123 for a grant application to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the Walking Iron State Trail (3-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will meet to consider several items including fund transfers and a discontinued road. The agenda also includes reports on approved contracts and payments from April through July 2023.
- Discontinued road in the Town of Pleasant Springs (2023 ACT-095)
- Review of approved contracts from April to July 2023 (2023 RPT-185)
- Review of approved payments from April to July 2023 (2023 RPT-186)
The Land Conservation Committee approved a request regarding a discontinued road in the Town of Pleasant Springs. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting.
- Approved discontinued road, Town of Pleasant Springs (4-0)
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Reclassification Appeals Board
The Reclassification Appeals Board will consider an appeal regarding the denied reclassification of Clerk I-II positions held by Romana Shemayev and Khamseng Yang. The board will also review minutes from a June 22, 2023, hearing.
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of Clerk I-II (Romana Shemayev & Khamseng Yang)
- Review of June 22, 2023, meeting minutes regarding Leroy Brown
The Reclassification Appeals Board voted to uphold the denial of a reclassification request for the Clerk I-II position. County Executive Parisi agreed with the board's recommendation.
- Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Upheld denial of reclassification for Clerk I-II held by Romana Shemayev & Khamseng Yang (2-0)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will consider several resolutions regarding recreational trails and park donations. The meeting also includes a presentation on a proposed intersection reconstruction project in the City of Fitchburg.
- Recreational trail easement with Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (2023 RES-121)
- Donation of funds for an accessible fishing pier from the Foundation for Dane County Parks (2023 RES-122)
- Grant application to Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the Walking Iron State Trail (2023 RES-123)
- City of Fitchburg proposed Syene/McCoy intersection reconstruction project presentation
The Park Commission recommended approval for a recreational trail easement, a grant for the Walking Iron State Trail, and the use of donated funds for an accessible fishing pier. The commission also received a presentation on a proposed intersection reconstruction project in the City of Fitchburg.
- Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-121 for a recreational trail easement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (6-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-122 for donated funds for an accessible fishing pier (6-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-123 for a Wisconsin Department of Transportation grant for the Walking Iron State Trail (6-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will consider action items regarding advocacy for federal and state programs. Members will also discuss budget priorities and receive several legislative updates.
- Action item on advocacy supporting federal and state programs
- Discussion of budget priorities
- Legislative updates from county, state, and federal levels
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission will consider two grant applications for 2024 regarding mobility management and travel training. The commission will also review the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting.
- 5310 Mobility Management grant application for 2024
- 5310 Travel Training grant application for 2024
- Review of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
The Specialized Transportation Commission approved grant applications for 2024 Mobility Management and Travel Training. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting.
- Approved 5310 Mobility Management grant application for 2024 (7-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved 5310 Travel Training grant application for 2024 (7-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee will hold a public hearing regarding several rezoning petitions and conditional use permits. These items include requests for residential lot creation, commercial business park development, and institutional residential use across various towns.
- Rezone 11957: Glaus Properties LLC at 6942 County Hwy KP, Town of Roxbury
- Rezone 11958: Arthur Post south of 1573 State Hwy 78, Town of Perry
- Rezone 11959: James O. Notstad Living Trust east of Notstad Road, Town of Christiana
- Rezone 11960: Duane P & Candace J Swalheim 2011 Rev Trust north of 3436 N Star Road, Town of Cottage Grove
- Rezone 11961: Under the Oak Trees LLC at 3136 Oak St, Town of Pleasant Springs
The Committee recommended approval for five rezoning petitions involving residential lots, agricultural business use, and a commercial business park. Three other petitions were postponed, and one conditional use permit for a dog boarding facility was withdrawn.
- Recommended approval for rezoning 6942 County Hwy KP to Farmland Preservation Business District (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for rezoning south of 1573 State Hwy 78 to Rural Residential District (4-0)
- Recommended approval for rezoning east of Notstad Road to Rural Residential District (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for commercial business park rezoning north of 3436 N Star Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for rezoning 7648 County Hwy PD to Rural Residential District (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions to allow outdoor storage at 3436 N Star Road (4-0)
- Postponed rezoning and CUP petitions for 3136 Oak St due to no town action (4-0)
- Postponed rezoning for lands west of County Hwy G for Highway Department review (4-0)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will consider several resolutions including criminal justice reform and sheriff vehicle purchases. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding vehicle thefts and a request for fund transfers for the Public Safety Communications building.
- Public Hearing: Vehicle Thefts
- Fund Transfer: Public Safety Communications - PSC Building (2023 FTR-0261)
- Resolution: Allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Funding (2023 RES-094)
- Resolution: Authorizing a contract for a Wisconsin Department of Transportation freeway service team (2023 RES-119)
- Resolution: Amending the 2023 Capital Budget for the purchase of Sheriff vehicles (2023 RES-120)
The committee recommended approval for a WisDOT freeway service team contract and a capital budget amendment for sheriff vehicles. A resolution regarding criminal justice reform funding was postponed to August 22, 2023. The body also held a public hearing on vehicle thefts.
- Approved June 22, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Approved June 22, 2023 joint meeting minutes with H&HN (6-0)
- Recommended approval of fund transfer for Public Safety Communications building (6-0)
- Adopted substitute resolution for 2023 RES-094 (5-0)
- Postponed 2023 RES-094 (Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Funding) to August 22, 2023 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-119 for WisDOT freeway service team contract (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-120 to amend capital budget for sheriff vehicles (4-0)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee will hold a facilitated activity regarding visions for community, justice, and the center. The meeting also includes a review of community organization and agency data related to crime prevention and victim support.
- Consideration of July 11, 2023, meeting minutes (2023 MIN-206)
- Facilitated activity regarding visions for community, justice, and the center
- Review of community organizations and agency data
- Planned site visit to Cook County Restorative Justice Community Court on August 4, 2023
The subcommittee conducted a 'World Café' activity to define the goals for a community center and justice process. Members discussed the need for trauma-informed design, restorative justice, and addressing root causes of crime. No new policies were enacted.
- Approved minutes of the July 11, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances including speed limit adjustments and various construction contracts. The agenda includes discussions on facility upgrades at the Alliant Energy Center and lease authorizations for family programs.
- Adjusting speed limits on county highways (2023 OA-0381)
- Contract for Badger Prairie Health Care Center parking lot drainage improvements (2023 RES-102)
- Agreement for design, construction, and maintenance of CTH M from Oncken Rd to STH 113 (2023 RES-1044)
- Permit agreement for World Dairy Expo 2024-2028 at Alliant Energy Center (2023 RES-1135)
- Budget amendment for fire panel system installation at 1738 Roth Street (2023 RES-1146)
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including county highway speed limit adjustments and various facility leases and contracts. The committee also approved three contract change orders for local infrastructure projects.
- Recommended approval of speed limit adjustments on county highways (5-0)
- Recommended approval of lease for Joining Forces for Families program in Waunakee (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Badger Prairie Health Care Center parking lot drainage (5-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement for CTH M design, construction and maintenance (5-0)
- Recommended approval of World Dairy Expo 2024-2028 occupancy permit at Alliant Energy Center (5-0)
- Recommended approval of budget amendment for fire panel system at 1738 Roth Street (5-0)
- Recommended approval of AEC campus lighting upgrades design services (5-0)
- Recommended approval of mechanical upgrades for Alliant Energy Center Pavilions 1&2 (5-0)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee will hold a public hearing on the Opioid Settlement. The meeting includes a call to order and discussion of future meeting dates.
- Public Hearing on Opioid Settlement
The committee conducted a public hearing regarding Opioid Settlement Funds. Multiple residents provided public comment in support or as neutral. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The provided agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting location, time, and accessibility accommodations. No legislative or administrative actions are listed for consideration.
Land Information Council
The Land Information Council will review the minutes from the November 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Fly Dane update and a discussion of 2024 preliminary budget projections.
- Fly Dane Update presentation
- 2024 Preliminary Budget Projections presentation
- Possible changes to meeting schedule
The council approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed preliminary 2024 budget projections and a proposal for the Fly Dane 2024 imagery project. The meeting schedule was updated to the second Tuesday of each month starting September 12, 2023.
- Approved minutes of the 11/17/2022 meeting (voice vote)
County Board
The Dane County Board is reviewing several ordinance amendments regarding private wastewater treatment systems and public works contract procedures. The agenda also includes contract awards for the Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 and senior meal services.
- Contract award for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 (2023 RES-0706)
- Ordinance amendments regarding private onsite wastewater treatment systems (2023 OA-0071)
- Major contract award for senior meal sites (2023 RES-0695)
- Lease with Town of Middleton for Dane County Sheriff West Precinct (2023 RES-0728)
- Ordinance amendments regarding regulated facilities (2023 OA-0082)
The County Board adopted an ordinance prohibiting discrimination based on protective hairstyles. The board also approved nine zoning petitions, several public works and service contracts, and established appointment criteria for the Human Services Department head.
- Approved ordinance prohibiting discrimination based on protective hairstyles (28-5)
- Approved appointment criteria for Human Services Department head (25-4)
- Approved 9 zoning petitions for residential and commercial use (voice vote)
- Approved 2023-2025 Legislative Agenda (voice vote; 2 no, 2 abstain)
- Approved contract for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 (voice vote)
- Approved lease with Town of Middleton for Sheriff West Precinct (voice vote)
- Approved resolution addressing wage compression in Sheriff's Office (voice vote; 1 abstain)
- Approved resolution recognizing July 30 as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider several ordinance amendments and fund transfers. The meeting includes a report on the 2023-2025 Wisconsin State Budget.
- Amendment to Chapter 15 of the Dane County Code regarding Airport Commission membership
- Amendment to Chapter 7 of the Dane County Code regarding claims
- Report on the 2023-2025 Wisconsin State Budget
The committee recommended approval for amendments regarding Airport Commission membership and claims processing. The body also received a report on the Wisconsin state budget.
- Approved minutes of the 6-15-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 OA-027 regarding Airport Commission membership (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 OA-032 regarding claims (voice vote)
County Board
The County Board will hold a closed session to discuss a safety plan and 'Stop the Bleed' training in response to an active shooter. The agenda also includes roll call and noting the absence of supervisors Glazer, Kigeya, and Pellebon.
- Closed session regarding safety plan and Stop the Bleed training
- Notice of absence for Supervisors Glazer, Kigeya, and Pellebon
Youth Commission
The Youth Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment and youth homelessness.
- Sunsetting the By Youth For Youth Subcommittee and changing it to a Work Group
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment discussion
- Youth Homelessness discussion
The Commission approved the May 17, 2023 minutes and voted to sunset the By Youth For Youth Subcommittee, transitioning it into a work group. Members discussed youth homelessness and the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment survey.
- Approved May 17, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Approved sunsetting By Youth For Youth Subcommittee and transitioning it to a work group (5-0)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health will review a presentation regarding the 2024 operating budget proposal. The agenda also includes consideration of a claim from Patagonia Health, Inc. recommended for denial and approval of minutes from the July 5, 2023, meeting.
- Presentation of the 2024 operating budget proposal
- Review of a claim from Patagonia Health, Inc. recommended for denial
- Approval of July 5, 2023, meeting minutes
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County denied a claim from Patagonia Health Inc. and approved the 2024 Operating Budget Proposal. The board also approved the minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting.
- Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Denied claim of Patagonia Health Inc. dated April 25, 2023 (voice vote)
- Approved 2024 Operating Budget Proposal presentation (voice vote)
Food Council
The council will review previous minutes and hear presentations regarding the Healthy Retail Access Program and Wisconsin Food Systems, Inc. Members will also hold discussions regarding 2024 budget planning and a pandemic food system study.
- Dane County Farmers Market – Healthy Retail Access Program Application presentation
- Wisconsin Food Systems, Inc presentation
- Discussion of Pandemic Food System Study
- Discussion of 2024 Budget Planning
The council approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports and presentations regarding food access, regional planning, and public health initiatives.
- Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Commission will meet to consider previous minutes and receive a presentation. The agenda includes a court watch report from the Domestic Abuse Intervention Services Legal Advocacy Team.
- Court Watch Report from Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAiS) Legal Advocacy Team
- Consideration of minutes from 06-20-2023 and 05-16-2023
The Commission approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the body received a Court Watch Report and agency updates regarding domestic violence, elder abuse, and child exploitation services.
- Approved May 16, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- No action taken on June 20, 2023 minutes
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review budget recommendations for the 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission. The meeting also includes discussions regarding committee membership and commission appointments.
- 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission budget recommendations
- LWC Executive Committee membership discussion
- Lakes and Watershed Commission appointments
- Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed 2024 budget recommendations, including a request for a $50,000 lab dishwasher and an additional Environmental Health Specialist position.
- Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will consider the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Youth for Youth (BYFY) and Youth Advocates for Community Health (YACH) programs and a report from the Director.
- Presentation by Youth for Youth (BYFY) and Youth Advocates for Community Health (YACH)
- Director Report from Carrie Edgar
- Consideration of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider the minutes from the June 22, 2023 Public Hearing and review a written decision of appeal. The meeting is scheduled as a hybrid event with in-person and virtual attendance options.
- Consideration of June 22, 2023 Public Hearing minutes (2023 MIN-1911)
- Review of Written Decision of Appeal 3724 (2023 BOA-0021)
The Board of Adjustment approved the corrected minutes from the June 22, 2023, public hearing. The board also approved the written decision for Appeal 3724.
- Approved June 22, 2023 Public Hearing minutes as corrected (3-0)
- Approved written decision of Appeal 3724 (3-0)
Tree Board
The Tree Board will meet to brainstorm, prioritize, and set timelines for potential goals. The agenda also includes reports on board vacancies, the Tree Canopy Collaborative, Heritage Trees, and an Urban Tree Alliance grant from the Bock Foundation.
- Brainstorming and prioritizing Tree Board goals
- Heritage Tree update
- Urban Tree Alliance grant from Bock Foundation update
- Tree Canopy Collaborative report
- Board vacancies report
The Tree Board approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. Members conducted a brainstorming session to identify the board's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, with goal prioritization deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved May 16, 2023 minutes (6-0)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinance amendments and fund transfer requests. These include updates to wastewater treatment regulations and protections against discrimination based on hairstyles. The meeting also includes discussions on budget transfers for highway equipment and public safety projects.
- Ordinance amendment regarding private onsite wastewater treatment systems (POWTS)
- Ordinance amendment prohibiting discrimination based on protective hairstyles
- Fund transfer to purchase a 2023 John Deere wheel loader
- Fund transfer for the Public Safety Communications Building Project
- Contract between Alliant Energy Center of Dane County and CrossFit, LLC
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended several ordinances and resolutions for approval, including protections for protective hairstyles and new criteria for hiring the human services department head. The committee also approved five fund transfers for equipment, building projects, and road work.
- Recommended approval of ordinance prohibiting discrimination based on protective hairstyles (4-1)
- Recommended approval of amended ordinance establishing criteria for Human Services Department Head appointments (4-1)
- Approved fund transfer for 2023 John Deere wheel loader and 2007 Volvo L150E trade-in (5-0)
- Approved fund transfer for Public Safety Communications Building Project (5-0)
- Approved fund transfer for Highway Capital Road Project (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of lease with Town of Middleton for Sheriff West Precinct (5-0)
- Postponed ordinance regarding salvage operations until 8/14/2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will consider fund transfers, contract awards, and various resolutions. Items include a major contract for senior meal sites and the transfer of emergency harm reduction funds.
- Contract award for senior meal sites (2023 RES-069)
- Transfer of Emergency Harm Reduction and Prevention Act funds to DCDHS - Behavioral Health Division (2023 RES-087)
- Allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding (2023 RES-094)
- Transfer of encumbrance carry forwards from Behavioral Health Program (2023 FTR-23074)
- Outreach Addendum - 230582023 (HSCA-013)
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended several resolutions and fund transfers for approval. Key actions included awarding a major contract for senior meal sites and allocating criminal justice reform funding.
- Approved June 22, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of fund transfer 2023 FTR-23074 for Behavioral Health Program encumbrance carry forwards (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-069 to award a major contract for senior meal sites (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-087 to transfer Emergency Harm Reduction and Prevention Act funds to DCDHS Behavioral Health Division (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-094 for Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding allocation (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Outreach Addendum 2023 HSCA-013 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Safe Community Coalition of Madison and Dane County, Inc. Addendum 2023 HSCA-014 (6-0)
County Board
The agenda contains notice of a training session at the Lyman F. Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center. No official business will be conducted or convened during this time.
- Training at Lyman F. Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center
Traffic Safety Commission
The commission will review traffic crash data from April through June 2023. The meeting includes updates regarding Dane County Highway, BOTS, and various project groups. A closed session is scheduled for a traffic crash review.
- Review of crashes from April - June 2023
- Dane County Highway updates
- Closed session traffic crash review
- BOTS and Project Group updates
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is meeting to consider zoning map amendments from previous meetings. The agenda includes petitions regarding property rezonings in the Town of York and the Town of Rutland.
- Petition 11946: Rezoning 42 Muller Road, Town of York for residential and agricultural lots
- Petition 11950: Rezoning 1185 US Hwy 14, Town of Rutland to allow outdoor storage
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will meet to consider a presentation on the Broadway Lofts and Townhomes - Northpointe development. The commission will also receive reports regarding CDBG expenditure status and revolving loan funds.
- Presentation: Broadway Lofts and Townhomes - Northpointe Development
- CDBG Expenditure Status Report July 2023
- CDBG Expenditure Status Report July 2023 - CV Grants
- RLF Report - 7-07-2023
The commission met to review expenditure reports and a presentation regarding Broadway Lofts and Townhomes. The only formal action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved 06-06-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Commission will meet to conduct administrative actions and receive reports. The agenda includes a vote for the 2023 Secretary and a presentation regarding Dane County Equity Plans.
- Vote for 2023 Secretary
- Discussion of updating slideshow language
- Presentation on Dane County Equity Plans by Theola Carter
- Review of the 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding the Pretrial Services Department and the Dane County Community Restorative Court.
- Introduction to the Pretrial Services Department
- Dane County Community Restorative Court presentation
- Consideration of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. The session consisted primarily of presentations regarding the Pretrial Services Department and the Community Restorative Court, both of which were placed on file.
- Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee will meet in person at EnTech Solutions-Sustainable Fuels. The agenda includes a fund transfer for highway capital equipment, an agreement regarding electricity costs at the Dane County Regional Airport, and the Village of McFarland's participation in landfill site proceedings.
- Highway Capital Equipment Fund Transfer (2023 FTR-0201)
- Agreement with the United States for electricity cost reimbursement at Dane County Regional Airport security checkpoints
- Approval of Village of McFarland participation in local negotiation proceedings regarding proposed Landfill Site Number 3
The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a highway capital equipment fund transfer and recommended two resolutions for approval. The meeting included a tour of the Springfield Manure Digester.
- Approved June 20, 2023 minutes as amended (4-0)
- Approved Highway Capital Equipment Fund Transfer 2023 FTR-020 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-071 for US electricity cost reimbursement at Dane County Regional Airport (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-099 for Village of McFarland participation in Landfill Site Number 3 negotiations (4-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will take a tour of a community manure digester. No official business will be conducted during this meeting.
- Tour of the community manure digester
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The July 11, 2023, Henry Vilas Zoo Commission meeting agenda consists of procedural items. The commission will consider previous meeting minutes.
- Consideration of minutes (2023 MIN-181)
The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the commission received reports on staffing, animal updates, and new signage.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting and hear several presentations. Discussions include a review of policies for the County Comprehensive Plan.
- Presentation on WI Historical Society data and appropriate public use
- Presentation on State of Iowa and La Crosse County certified local government programs
- Presentation of cultural resource plan survey results
- Discussion and review of policies for County Comprehensive Plan
The subcommittee approved the May 23, 2023 minutes and directed staff to research legal options for becoming a Certified Local Government. Members also agreed to review Comprehensive Plan goals and policies related to cultural resources.
- Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Directed staff to consult corporation counsel and Wisconsin Historical Society on becoming a Certified Local Government
- Directed staff to contact UW-Madison Professor Anna Andrezejewski regarding vernacular architecture
Land Conservation Committee
Members of the Land Conservation Committee will take a tour of the community manure digester. No official business will be conducted during this meeting.
- Tour of the community manure digester
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will conduct a tour of a community manure digester. No business will be conducted during this activity.
- Community manure digester tour
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will review previous minutes and consider a Mally Grant recommendation for Catholic Charities. The meeting includes reports from several committees regarding access, legislation, nutrition, health, and transportation.
- Mally Grant Recommendation (Catholic Charities)
- Regional Housing Strategy Update
- AAA Access Committee report
- AAA Legislative/Access Committee report
- AAA Nutrition/Wellness Committee report
The Area Agency on Aging Board approved a grant award to Catholic Charities and decided to update future grant applications to include more inclusive nondiscrimination language. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May 1, 2023.
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved grant award to Catholic Charities (voice vote)
- Approved change to future grant applications to include more inclusive nondiscrimination language (voice vote)
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will receive updates regarding various homeless service programs and developments. The agenda includes presentations on campgrounds, tiny homes, and council updates, alongside reports on shelter development.
- Dairy Drive Sheltered Campground Updates
- Occupy Madison Tiny Homes Updates
- Homeless Services Consortium Lived Experience Council (LEC) Updates
- Men's Shelter Development Update
- COVID Response Updates
The committee approved the minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting. The session consisted primarily of presentations and reports regarding homeless services and shelter developments; no other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved 06-05-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Dane County Medical Advisory Subcommittee will meet to review the May 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion topics include sepsis alert protocols, FAST-ED scoring, and the introduction of an Opiate Prevention Specialist. The committee will also address overdose deaths involving xylazine.
- Review of May 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion on SEPSIS Alert and Hospital Response
- Discussion on FAST-ED Scoring
- Introduction of Opiate Prevention Specialist
- Discussion on overdose deaths involving xylazine
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the May 2023 meeting. Members discussed sepsis alert responses, the upcoming FAST-ED stroke scale implementation, and opiate prevention initiatives.
- Approved May 2023 minutes
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will review minutes from June 12, 2023, and consider a future speaker priority list. The meeting includes discussions on aging and disability network needs and updates on the Independent Living Pilot.
- Review of June 12, 2023, meeting minutes
- Consideration of Future Speaker Priority List
- Discussion on needs in the Aging and Disability Networks
- Update on Independent Living Pilot
- Report on ADAW closure and allocation to ADRC
The board approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting. Members discussed future speaker topics and a potential public hearing date, but no formal actions were taken on those items.
- Approved June 12, 2023 minutes (6-0)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will attend a training session hosted by the Center for Justice Innovation. No official actions are scheduled to take place during this meeting.
- Training hosted by the Center for Justice Innovation
Reclassification Appeals Board
The Reclassification Appeals Board will meet to review the minutes from the June 22, 2023 hearing for Leroy Brown. The board will also take action on an appeal regarding the denial of a Clerk I-II reclassification for Romana Shemayev and Khamseng Yang.
- Minutes from the June 22, 2023 hearing for Leroy Brown (2023 MIN-176)
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of Clerk I-II held by Romana Shemayev & Khamseng Yang (2023 ACT-083)
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Commission will review the June 7, 2023, meeting minutes and consider fund transfers. Public Health Madison & Dane County will present on PFAS and Nitrate testing for private drinking wells. The committee will also receive a report regarding 2024 budget items.
- Presentation on PFAS and Nitrate testing of private drinking wells
- Review of June 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- Report on 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission Budget Items
- Consideration of fund transfers
The commission approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential 2024 budget recommendations regarding PFAS testing and public relations, and received a presentation on PFAS and nitrate testing in private drinking wells.
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will review presentations on maternal child health, violence prevention, and immunizations. The board is also considering several resolutions regarding grant funds and contracts.
- Violence Prevention Grant Award Recommendations (2023-2024)
- Resolution #2023-19: Authorization to accept additional funds from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Ryan White Sub-Recipient Part C
- Resolution #2023-20: Authorization of budget transfer of University of Wisconsin Ryan White Sub-Recipient Part C grant funds
- Resolution #2023-21: Authorization to enter into contract with and distribute funds to selected applicants from the 2023 Roadmap to Reducing Violence in Madison and Dane County RFP
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County approved three resolutions regarding grant funding and contracts. These included accepting additional funds and authorizing budget transfers for the Ryan White program and distributing funds for the Roadmap to Reducing Violence RFP.
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved Maternal Child Health, Violence Prevention, and Immunizations presentations (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-19 to accept additional funds from UW-Madison Ryan White Sub-Recipient Part C (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-20 for budget transfer of UW Ryan White Sub-Recipient Part C grant funds (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-21 to contract and distribute funds to 2023 Roadmap to Reducing Violence in Madison and Dane County RFP applicants (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is reviewing multiple petitions for rezoning land in towns including York, Rutland, and Black Earth. The meeting also includes public hearings for conditional use permits and discussions on amending county ordinances.
- Rezoning 11950 (Rutland) from Farmland Preservation to Heavy Commercial for outdoor storage
- Ordinance amendment 2023 OA-010 regarding the definition of "day care center"
- Ordinance amendment 2023 OA-009 regarding salvage operations
- Rezoning 11955 (Primrose) to allow for limited commercial business and outdoor storage
- Conditional use permit 02595 (Dunkirk) to update a daycare center's operations plan
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee recommended approval for seven rezoning petitions and approved one conditional use permit. Two rezoning petitions were postponed due to a lack of town action. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.
- Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Postponed Petition 11946 (42 Muller Road) due to no town action (4-0)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11947 (North of 6474 Cooke Rd) (4-0)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11948 (3065 Sam Miles Rd) (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for Petition 11949 (South of 3939 State Hwy 138) (4-0)
- Postponed Petition 11950 (1185 US Hwy 14) due to no town action (4-0)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11951 (4073 Ridge Road) (4-0)
- Recommended approval with one condition for Petition 11952 (North of 268 Maple Heights Road) (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County - Budget Committee
The committee will review the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting and receive a presentation regarding the 2024 budget update. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.
- 2024 Budget Update presentation
- Review of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County - Administrative Hearings Committee
The Administrative Hearings Committee will hold a hearing regarding an appeal of a dangerous animal determination for an animal named 'Barrett.' The case involves the City of Madison and owner Kandace Doiron. The committee may also convene in closed session to consult with legal counsel.
- Appeal of dangerous animal determination for 'Barrett' (2023 RPT-152)
- City of Madison v. Kandace Doiron
Park Commission
The Park Commission is reviewing several resolutions regarding park infrastructure and intergovernmental agreements. These include contract awards for the Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 and improvements to the Fish Camp kayak launch. The commission will also consider easement grants and agreement addendums.
- Contract award for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 (2023 RES-070)
- Contract award for Fish Camp accessible kayak launch improvements (2023 RES-082)
- Addendum to purchase of services agreement with Corre Inc. (2023 RES-091)
- Addendum to intergovernmental agreement with the County of Sauk (2023 RES-092)
- Easement grants to Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (2023 RES-093)
The Park Commission recommended five resolutions for approval, including contracts for trail and kayak launch improvements. The commission also approved the May 24, 2023, meeting minutes.
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 contract (RES-070) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Fish Camp County Park accessible kayak launch improvements contract (RES-082) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of purchase of services agreement addendum with Corre Inc. (RES-091) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement addendum with County of Sauk (RES-092) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of easement grants to Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District at Ice Age Trail Junction Natural Resource Area (RES-093) (4-0)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Administrative Hearing Committee will conduct a hearing regarding an appeal of a dangerous animal determination for "Barrett." This case involves owners Kandace Doiron and the County of Dane.
- Dangerous animal determination appeal (2023 RPT-152)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will continue discussions regarding priority areas for equity in recruitment and retention. The meeting includes a presentation on the Dane County Highway Department Internship Program and a staff update on the government workplace climate assessment.
- Discussion of ideas and priority areas regarding equity in recruitment and retention
- Presentation on the Dane County Highway Department Internship Program
- Staff update on the status of the Dane County Government Workplace Climate Assessment
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will review resolutions regarding the Dane County Department of Justice Reform and the Sheriff's Office. Items include approving a new director and addressing wage compression in the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also covers fund transfers for harm reduction and criminal justice reform initiatives.
- Approving David Mahoney as Director of the Dane County Department of Justice Reform
- Addressing wage compression in the Dane County Sheriff's Office
- Transferring Emergency Harm Reduction and Prevention Act funds to DCDHS Behavioral Health Division
- Allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding
The committee recommended approval for resolutions regarding Sheriff's Office wage compression and the transfer of harm reduction funds. A resolution to appoint David Mahoney as Director of the Department of Justice Reform was postponed indefinitely.
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-090 addressing wage compression in the Dane County Sheriff's Office (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-087 transferring Emergency Harm Reduction and Prevention Act funds to DCDHS - Behavioral Health Division (7-0)
- Postponed 2023 RES-084 approving David Mahoney as Director of the Department of Justice Reform indefinitely (4-3)
- Postponed 2023 RES-094 regarding allocation of Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives funding to 07/25/2023 (7-0)
- Approved June 6, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Approved June 15, 2023 minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will review amendments to the appointment criteria for the Human Services Department Head. Members will also discuss budget changes for DCDHS staff and the acceptance of an Adaw donation. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a notice of claim involving employee communication with officials.
- Amending criteria for Human Services Department Head appointments (2023 OA-0251)
- Authorizing a clerk position for DCDHS - HAA Division (2023 RES-0973)
- Extending LTE hours for DCDHS - HAA Division (2023 RES-0582)
- Accepting an Adaw donation for DCDHS - DAS Division (2023 RES-0864)
- Review of Maribeth Mohr notice of claim (2023 RPT-1391)
The committee recommended several resolutions and an ordinance amendment for approval, including budget changes for the DCDHS HAA Division. It also approved a motion expressing concern over potential employee discipline for communicating with elected officials.
- Recommended approval of Ordinance Amendment 2023 OA-025 regarding Human Services Department Head appointment criteria (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-058 to extend LTE hours for DCDHS - HAA Division (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-097 to authorize a clerk for DCDHS - HAA Division as amended by SUB 1 (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-086 to accept ADAW donation for DCDHS - DAS Division (4-0)
- Approved motion expressing concern regarding employee discipline for communicating with elected officials (4-0)
- Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will meet to review previous minutes and receive updates on various justice-related topics. The agenda includes a presentation regarding a learning visit to Kansas and a potential action regarding jail and Department of Corrections dashboards.
- Update on Kansas Peer Learning Visit presented by Patrick Miles
- Presentation and potential action on Jail and DOC Dashboards presented by Tamarine Cornelius
- CJCC National Meeting Debrief report
The Community Justice Council voted to publish the jail and Department of Corrections dashboards to the CJC website. Members also received a presentation on a peer learning visit to a treatment and recovery center in Kansas.
- Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved publishing jail and DOC dashboards to the CJC website (unanimous voice vote)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will consider several resolutions on June 22, 2023. These include contract addendums with Corre Inc. and Sauk County, as well as easement grants for the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District. The committee will also consider accepting funds from a Monsanto class action settlement.
- Addendum A to purchase of services agreement with Corre Inc.
- Addendum C to intergovernmental agreement with County of Sauk
- Grants of easement to Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District - Ice Age Trail Junction Natural Resource Area
- Acceptance of funds from City of Long Beach v. Monsanto Co. class action settlement
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended four resolutions for approval, including contract addendums and the acceptance of class action settlement funds. One resolution regarding easement grants was recommended for approval despite one dissenting vote.
- Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-091: Addendum A to purchase of services agreement with CORRE Inc. (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-092: Addendum C to intergovernmental agreement with County of Sauk (3-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-093: Easement grants to Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District- Ice Age Trail Junction Natural Resource Area (2-1)
- Recommended approval of RES-095: Acceptance of funds from City of Long Beach v. Monsanto Co. class action settlement (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Condemnation Commission
The Condemnation Commission will conduct organizational business including the swearing-in of commissioners. The body will also hold elections for a Chair and a Secretary.
- Swearing-in of new and continuing commissioners
- Nominations and election for Chair
- Nominations and election for Secretary
- Review of cases heard since June 23, 2022
The commission approved the minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting. Members elected Allen Arntsen as continuing chair and Mary Sturdevant as continuing secretary. Three commissioners were sworn in for new terms.
- Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Elected Allen Arntsen as continuing chair (unanimous)
- Elected Mary Sturdevant as continuing secretary (unanimous)
- Sworn in commissioners Phillips, Schultz, and Jallow for new terms
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding Appeal 3724. This involves an appeal against a decision to approve a conditional use permit for expanding a non-metallic mineral extraction operation west of 439 Center Road in the Town of Rutland. The board will also consider minutes from the January 26, 2023, meeting.
- Public hearing for Appeal 3724 regarding mineral extraction expansion near 439 Center Road
- Consideration of January 26, 2023, public hearing minutes
The Board of Adjustment heard an appeal regarding conditional use permit 2582 for a quarry expansion west of 439 Center Road. After reviewing evidence and modifying two permit conditions, the Board voted to approve the permit.
- Approved January 26, 2023 public hearing minutes (4-0)
- Found substantial evidence that standards 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 for the conditional use permit were met (4-0 each)
- Found substantial evidence that standard 2 for the conditional use permit was met (3-1)
- Amended condition 21 to be subject to State Statute 66.0441(3)(c) (4-0)
- Appended condition 38 to require operations cease during interment at the Graves Cemetery upon 24 hour notice (4-0)
- Approved conditional use permit 2582 with modified conditions (3-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is meeting jointly with the Health & Human Needs Committee to receive presentations on the county-wide crisis response system, a teen mental health report, and the status of opioid settlement funds. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists of informational updates and public comment.
- Presentation: Crisis System - updates exploring roles and opportunities for county-wide response
- Presentation: Teen Mental Health Report
- Presentation: Opioid Settlement Status
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
The committee held a joint meeting with the Health & Human Needs Committee featuring presentations on the crisis system, teen mental health, and opioid settlement status. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were recorded.
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Reclassification Appeals Board
The Reclassification Appeals Board will meet to consider an action item regarding a job classification appeal. The board is reviewing the appeal of a denial for the Clerk I-II position held by Leroy Brown (Pos # 3317).
- Appeal of denial on reclassification of Clerk I-II held by Leroy Brown (Pos # 3317)
The Reclassification Appeals Board reviewed an appeal regarding the denial of reclassification for a Clerk I-II position held by Leroy Brown. The board voted to uphold the denial, a decision agreed upon by County Executive Parisi.
- Upheld denial of reclassification for Clerk I-II position #3317 (2-0)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs and Public Protection & Judiciary Committees will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding crisis systems and a teen mental health report. The committee will also receive an update on the opioid settlement status.
- Presentation on Crisis Systems roles and opportunities
- Teen Mental Health Report presentation
- Opioid Settlement Status update and announcement of future public meeting
- Consideration of fund transfers
The committee held a joint meeting consisting of presentations and reports. No substantive actions, resolutions, or ordinance amendments were decided.
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The Dane County Area Agency on Aging Legislative/Advocacy Committee will review minutes from May 24, 2023. The meeting includes discussions regarding advocacy for federal and state programs and various legislative updates. Several organizations will also provide reports to the committee.
- Consideration of May 24, 2003, minutes
- Advocacy supporting federal and state programs
- County, state, and federal legislative updates
- Reports from Wisconsin Senior Advocates and ADRC Governing Board
The committee approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on state budget funding for nutrition programs and discussed upcoming senior advocacy training and budget priorities.
- Approved May 24, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission will meet to discuss the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment and youth homelessness. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes from May 17, 2023.
- 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment discussion
- Youth Homelessness discussion
- Review of May 17, 2023 minutes
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will consider a resolution regarding electricity cost reimbursement for security checkpoints at the Dane County Regional Airport. The body will also review an ordinance amendment concerning the membership of the Airport Commission.
- Resolution 2023 RES-071: Authorizing a transaction agreement with the United States for electricity cost reimbursement at airport security checkpoints
- Ordinance Amendment 2023 OA-027: Amending Chapter 15 of the Dane County Code regarding Airport Commission membership
Food Council
The Dane County Food Council will review minutes from the May 24, 2023, meeting. The council is scheduled to discuss the Pandemic Food System Study and 2024 budget planning. Various reports regarding food access and agriculture will also be presented.
- Review of May 24, 2023, minutes
- Discussion on Pandemic Food System Study
- Discussion on 2024 Budget Planning
The council approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on the USDA grant application, SNAP benefit changes, and community garden summits. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Commission on Sensitive Crimes will review minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting and hear a presentation regarding gun violence. The agenda also includes agency updates and legislative announcements.
- Gun violence presentation by Casey Schumann of Public Health Madison & Dane County
- Consideration of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
The commission heard reports from various service providers regarding staffing shortages and funding cuts. No substantive actions were taken, and the approval of previous minutes was deferred to the next meeting.
- Tabled approval of May 16, 2023 minutes
- No action items decided
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review previous minutes and hear several presentations. Topics include a video of the Dane County Community Restorative Court and reviews regarding diversion design, data, and the work plan.
- Video presentation of Dane County Community Restorative Court
- Presentation on Equitable Systems Design in Diversion
- Data review presentation
- At-a-glance review of CJC-CCA work plan
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting pending corrections. The session consisted primarily of presentations regarding the Community Restorative Court, equitable systems design, and system data review.
- Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes pending corrections
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review amendments to the Dane County code regarding public works contracts and highway access control. They will also consider fund transfers for the Highway Capital Road Project and various contract awards. Additionally, the committee will address an easement at 1650 Pankratz Street.
- Amending Chapter 40 regarding public works contracts and change orders (2023 OA-030)
- Amending Chapter 79 regarding county highway access control (2023 OA-031)
- Contract award for Fish Camp accessible kayak launch improvements (2023 RES-082)
- Cleaning services contract addendum for Alliant Energy Center (2023 RES-096)
- Consent to occupy easement at 1650 Pankratz Street (2023 ACT-075)
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended approval for a highway capital road project fund transfer, a contract for kayak launch improvements at Fish Camp County Park, and two ordinance amendments. The committee also approved a consent to occupy an easement and a change order for McCarthy Park facility improvements.
- Approved June 6, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Recommended Highway Capital Road Project fund transfer (6-0)
- Recommended Ordinance 2023 OA-030 regarding public works contracts and change orders (6-0)
- Recommended Ordinance 2023 OA-031 regarding county highway access control (5-1)
- Recommended Resolution 2023 RES-082 for Fish Camp accessible kayak launch improvements (6-0)
- Recommended Resolution 2023 RES-096 for Alliant Energy Center cleaning services, amended to $195,000.00 (5-1)
- Approved consent to occupy easement at 1650 Pankratz Street (6-0)
- Approved Contract Change Order #2 for McCarthy Park facility improvements (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Board
The County Board is considering several resolutions, including declaring the county a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments for energy, climate change, and justice reform.
- Resolution to declare Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals
- Resolution authorizing window replacements at the City-County Building
- Budget amendment for Office of Energy & Climate Change
- Budget amendment for Department of Justice Reform
- Authorization of expenditures for ARPA Law Enforcement Agencies Safer Communities Grant Program
The County Board adopted a resolution declaring Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals. The board also approved several budget amendments, contract awards, and an ordinance establishing speaker time limits for committee meetings.
- Adopted resolution declaring Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals (25-1)
- Adopted ordinance establishing speaker time limits at committee meetings (28-2)
- Approved budget amendment for Office of Energy & Climate Change (voice vote)
- Approved budget amendment for Department of Justice Reform (voice vote)
- Approved contract for windows replacement at City-County Building (voice vote)
- Approved broadband equity, access, and deployment planning grant funds (voice vote)
- Denied claims from Alyssa Holt, Daniel Haas, David Hayford, and Jessica Norskog (voice votes)
- Re-referred contract for Saddlebrook storage facility improvements to Public Works & Transportation Committee (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review minutes from the June 1 meeting. The committee is also reviewing referrals regarding speaker time limits at meetings and a resolution declaring Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals. Additionally, the 2023-2025 legislative agenda will be considered.
- Amending Chapter 7 of the Dane County Code to set speaker time limits
- Resolution declaring Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals
- Review of the 2023-2025 Dane County Legislative Agenda
- Approval of June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
The Executive Committee recommended three items for approval, including a resolution declaring the county a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals. The committee also recommended an ordinance to establish speaker time limits at meetings and the 2023-2025 legislative agenda.
- Approved minutes of the 6-1-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 OA-023 to establish speaker time limits at committee meetings (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-074 declaring Dane County a sanctuary for trans and nonbinary individuals (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-081 regarding the 2023-2025 Dane County Legislative Agenda (voice vote)
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The committee will elect a Vice Chair and consider minutes from the May 9 meeting. Reports will be presented regarding the updated market study, master plan contract scope, and draft work plan.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Overview of Updated Market Study and Master Plan Contract Scope and Schedule
- Overview of Area Plan and Projects being Conducted by Others
- Overview of Draft Work Plan
- Discussion of Committee Goals and Objectives
The committee elected a Vice Chair and approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on a market study, the master plan contract, and the committee's draft work plan and goals.
- Elected Isadore Knox as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will meet to consider a resolution regarding utility company rate changes. The committee is reviewing a request to authorize Corporation Counsel to intervene in proceedings involving Madison Gas & Electric Company and Wisconsin Power & Light Company.
- Resolution authorizing intervention in Madison Gas & Electric Company and Wisconsin Power & Light Company rate change proceedings (2023 RES-0771)
The committee recommended approval of a resolution authorizing Corporation Counsel to intervene in rate change proceedings for Madison Gas & Electric Company and Wisconsin Power & Light Company before the PSC.
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-077 to intervene in utility rate change proceedings (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee meeting on June 15, 2023, will not convene or conduct any official business. The agenda contains only general guiding questions regarding policy consequences.
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The commission will meet to consider previous meeting minutes and hear a presentation from the Disability Pride Board President. The agenda includes a discussion topic regarding fund development and reports from the Executive Director and various focus areas.
- Presentation by Kate Moran, Disability Pride Board President
- Discussion topic: Fund Development
- Consideration of May 10, 2023, meeting minutes
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission voted to explore a community-based fundraising strategy called “Change for Art.” The commission also approved the meeting minutes from May 10, 2023. Other discussions focused on the Disability Pride Festival and potential artist studio spaces.
- Approved exploration of external fund development initiative (Unanimous voice vote)
- Approved May 10th Commission Meeting Minutes (Unanimous voice vote)
Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee
The Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee will review recent insurance presentations and claims data. The meeting includes a presentation from SSM Health regarding 2022 claims and e-visits. Members will also consider the minutes from the March 15, 2023, meeting.
- Presentation on 2022 Claims Review & E-Visits by Heather McDonald (SSM Health)
- Recap of recent insurance presentations by Marissa Burack
- Consideration of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. The session included a 2022 claims review from SSM Health Dean and a recap of a recent insurance presentation.
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will hold public hearings regarding zoning map amendments and conditional use permits. Key items include a request for a temporary concrete batch plant in Blooming Grove and the reconsideration of a 195-foot communication tower in Dunkirk.
- Temporary concrete batch plant at 4381 Marsh Road, Blooming Grove (CUP 02594)
- Reconsideration of a 195-foot self-supporting communication tower at 1576 Spring Road, Dunkirk (CUP 2578)
- Eugster Certified Survey Map Variance in the Town of Rutland
- Status report on pending rezoning petitions and conditional use permits
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee approved a conditional use permit for a temporary concrete batch plant and a land division waiver in the Town of Rutland. The committee also discussed the reconsideration of a communication tower permit in the Town of Dunkirk.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 02594) for temporary concrete batch plant at 4381 Marsh Road (5-0)
- Approved Land Division waiver for Lot 1 to maintain less than 66 feet in Town of Rutland (5-0)
- Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The committee will review the May 16, 2023, minutes and receive a presentation regarding public beach e.coli testing. The committee will also receive a report on the 2024 Lakes and Watershed Commission budget recommendations.
- Public Health Madison and Dane County presentation on public beach testing for e.coli
- 2024 LWC Budget Recommendations report
The committee approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation on e.coli testing at public beaches and discussed 2024 budget recommendations.
- Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will meet to vote on a new secretary and review several departmental reports. Key presentations include the final independent investigation report for the Henry Vilas Zoo and its 2023 workplace plan. The commission will also review the Dane County Medical Examiner's 2023 equity inclusion plan.
- Vote for Secretary 2023
- Final Report from Henry Vilas Zoo Independent Investigation
- 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
- Dane County Medical Examiner Equity Inclusion 2023 plan
- Consideration of March 28, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting. No secretary was elected as the nominee did not accept the nomination. The body discussed equity plans and reports regarding the Henry Vilas Zoo and the Medical Examiner's Office.
- Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Tabled election of secretary to next month's agenda
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider the minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes presentations regarding survey results and a discussion on subsequent steps for cultural resource planning.
- Consideration of May 23, 2023, meeting minutes
- Presentation of survey results (2023 PRES-076)
- Discussion of next steps (2023 PRES-077)
The meeting scheduled for June 13, 2023, was canceled. No decisions were made and no actions were taken.
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will consider legislative agenda updates and public hearing scheduling. A presentation will address transportation concerns regarding Medicaid providers and the Metro Transit redesign. The manager's report will also include updates on staffing, ILSP, and unwinding.
- Legislative agenda updates
- Public hearing scheduling update
- Presentation on Medicaid provider transportation and Metro Transit redesign
- Staffing, ILSP, and unwinding updates
The board approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. Members discussed public hearing locations and staffing updates, while one agenda item regarding speaker priorities was tabled.
- Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Tabled discussion on priority for speakers and topics
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Local Emergency Planning Committee
The committee will consider the February 2023 meeting minutes. Reports will be presented by the Madison Fire HazMat Team and regarding EPCRA. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review of February 2023 LEPC minutes
- Madison Fire HazMat Team Report
- EPCRA Report
- LEPC Members Report
The committee did not conduct any official business because a quorum was not present. Attendees participated in a tour of the MFD Hazardous Incident Team (HIT) vehicle.
- No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
County Board
A training session is scheduled at the Lyman F. Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center on June 10, 2023. The agenda states that while a quorum may be present, the board will not convene or conduct any official business.
- No official business or legislative items scheduled
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee is meeting to consider approving May 10, 2023, commission minutes for recommendation to the full commission. The agenda also includes discussions regarding external fund development and upcoming topics for June and August.
- Approval of May 10, 2023, commission minutes
- Discussion on external fund development
- Review of areas of focus
- Executive Director report
The committee recommended that the full commission support exploring an external fund development initiative called 'Change for Art,' a workplace giving model. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and set discussion topics for upcoming meetings.
- Recommended full commission support to explore 'Change for Art' fund development initiative (Unanimous)
- Approved May 5, 2023, Executive Committee minutes (Unanimous)
- Recommended May 10, 2023, commission minutes for full commission approval (Unanimous)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will consider a $45,000 bid waiver for a Human Services planning consultant. Members will also discuss a complaint of retaliation involving a coaching note issued to Maribeth Mohr. The meeting includes a review of the May 2023 ARP Quarterly Report.
- $45,000 bid waiver for Centerstone mobile crisis response planning consultant
- Discussion regarding a coaching note and retaliation complaint involving Maribeth Mohr
- Review of the May 2023 ARP Quarterly Report
Area Agency on Aging - Nutrition / Wellness Committee
The Nutrition / Wellness Committee will hold elections for committee officers. The meeting includes a presentation from SSM Health regarding the City of Madison & Monona Home Delivered Meal Program. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on the Dietitian Program and Healthy Aging Program.
- Election of Committee Officers
- SSM Health Home Delivered Meal Program presentation
- Post RFP and Catering Update
- Dietitian Program Update
- Healthy Aging Program Update
The committee approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting and elected a temporary chair and vice-chair. Staff provided updates on new catering contracts for senior centers and the status of the Senior Farmers’ Market Voucher Program.
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Elected Caroline Werner as Temp Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Dave Genson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The commission will receive presentations from the Clean Lakes Alliance and review lake management updates. The agenda also includes a PFAS quarterly report and 2024 budget recommendations.
- Presentation by the Clean Lakes Alliance
- PFAS Quarterly Report
- Lake Management Quarterly Report
- Stormwater fee in lieu program update
- 2024 Budget Recommendations
The Commission approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on PFAS remediation, lake management, and the feasibility of a stormwater fee in lieu program.
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will receive a presentation from the Clean Lakes Alliance, held jointly with the Land Conservation Committee. Members will also review the Lake Management Quarterly Report and the PFAS Quarterly Report.
- Presentation by the Clean Lakes Alliance
- PFAS Quarterly Report
- Lake Management Quarterly Report
- Consideration of May 11, 2023, committee minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports and presentations regarding lake management and PFAS remediation.
- Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will review May 2023 meeting minutes and consider fund transfers. A joint presentation by the Clean Lakes Alliance and a Lake Management Quarterly Report will be held with the Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee. The committee will also receive a PFAS quarterly report.
- Presentation by the Clean Lakes Alliance
- Lake Management Quarterly Report
- PFAS Quarterly Report
- Consideration of May 11, 2023 minutes
- Fund transfers
The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. The session included reports on PFAS and lake management, as well as a presentation from the Clean Lakes Alliance.
- Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee will review two funding proposals. These include a proposal for a Community Restorative Court and a proposal from Public Health Madison and Dane County. The committee will also consider minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting.
- Review of Community Restorative Court funding proposal (2023 ACT-066)
- Review of Public Health Madison and Dane County funding proposal (2023 ACT-072)
- Consideration of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee reviewed funding proposals from the Community Restorative Court and Public Health Madison and Dane County. After discussing funding strategies, the committee voted to approve a funding proposal submitted by Supervisor Huelsemann.
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved Supervisor Huelsemann's funding proposal (3-1)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will consider a budget amendment to authorize a contract with Pace Analytical Services LLC for PFAS analysis in private drinking water. The board will also review proposed changes to the Dane County code regarding wastewater treatment systems and regulated facilities. Additionally, resolutions regarding tobacco prevention funding and West Nile virus mosquito control are on the agenda.
- Contract with Pace Analytical Services LLC for PFAS analysis in private drinking water samples
- Amendments to Dane County Code Chapter 46 regarding Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (POWTS)
- Amendments to Dane County Code Chapter 46 regarding regulated facilities
- Authorization to accept Wisconsin Department of Health Services funds for tobacco prevention
- Authorization to collect funds for the West Nile Virus mosquito assessment and control program
The Board recommended approval for a PFAS drinking water analysis contract and two ordinances regarding wastewater systems and regulated facilities. The Board also approved resolutions to accept tobacco prevention funds and collect funds for West Nile Virus mosquito control.
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of contract with Pace Analytical Services LLC for PFAS drinking water analysis (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023 OA-007 regarding private onsite wastewater treatment systems (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023 OA-008 regarding regulated facilities (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-17 to accept Wisconsin Department of Health Services funds for tobacco prevention (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-18 to collect funds for West Nile Virus mosquito assessment and control (voice vote)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will consider a fund transfer for the Public Safety Communications Building Project. The committee will also review a lease with the Town of Middleton for the Dane County Sheriff West Precinct and discuss stakeholder engagement for a county-wide crisis response strategy.
- Fund transfer request for Public Safety Communications - PSC Building Project
- Lease with Town of Middleton for Dane County Sheriff West Precinct
- Claims from Alyssa Holt, Daniel Haas, David Hayford, and Jessica Norskog
- Update from Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Subcommittee
- Discussion on Stakeholder Engagement for County-Wide Crisis Response Strategy
The committee recommended approval of a lease with the Town of Middleton for the Dane County Sheriff West Precinct. It also approved a fund transfer for the Public Safety Communications Building Project and recommended the denial of four individual claims.
- Approved fund transfer for Public Safety Communications Building Project (6-0)
- Recommended approval of lease with Town of Middleton for Sheriff West Precinct (6-0)
- Recommended denial of claim by Alyssa Holt (6-0)
- Recommended denial of claim by Daniel Haas (6-0)
- Recommended denial of claim by David Hayford (6-0)
- Recommended denial of claim by Jessica Norskog (6-0)
- Approved May 23, 2023 minutes as amended (6-0)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will review a revolving loan fund business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company. The meeting also includes reviewing the June 2023 CDBG expenditure status report and the RLF report. Additionally, the commission will welcome new commissioners.
- RLF Business Loan Request from Seven Acres Dairy Company
- CDBG Expenditure Status Report - June 2023
- RLF Report dated June 2, 2023
- Welcoming new CDBG Commissioners
The Commission approved a loan request for the Paoli Cheese Factory Association, LLC. The board also approved the minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting and welcomed two new commissioners.
- Approved 5-2-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved loan to Paoli Cheese Factory Association, LLC (unanimous)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider the May 23, 2023 minutes and receive a presentation on Cook County's Restorative Justice Community Court in Avondale. The agenda also includes a review of a Community Justice Center video and facilitated discussion.
- Consideration of May 23, 2023 minutes (2023 MIN-126)
- Presentation on Cook County's Restorative Justice Community Court – Avondale
- Review of Community Justice Center video and facilitated discussion
The subcommittee approved the May 23, 2023 meeting minutes. Members viewed a presentation on the Restorative Justice Community Court in Avondale, Cook County, IL, and discussed a potential site visit to Chicago in July or August.
- Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review several contract changes and easement approvals for county projects. This includes a fund transfer for a new wheel loader and updates to emergency management building remodels.
- Contract award for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2
- Fund transfer to purchase a 2023 John Deere wheel loader
- Contract change orders for emergency management building remodels in Madison and Fitchburg
- MG&E easement for the CTH M Reconstruction Project
- Easements for Badger Mill Creek Path and Yahara River sediment removal
The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved a contract for the Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 and several change orders for emergency management building remodels. The committee also approved three easements and a fund transfer for a new wheel loader.
- Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of fund transfer for 2023 John Deere wheel loader and 2007 Volvo L150E trade-in (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract change order #1 for Forward Electric facilities emergency power project (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Lower Yahara River Trail Phase 2 (6-0)
- Approved four change orders for Emergency Management Building Remodel at 5415 King James Way (6-0)
- Approved change orders #47, #48, and #49 for Emergency Mgmt Bldg facility remodel at 2982 Kapec Road (6-0)
- Approved MG&E Easement for CTH M Reconstruction Project (6-0)
- Approved easements for Badger Mill Creek Path to City of Verona and Alliant for Yahara River Sediment Removal Project (6-0)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission - Loan Review Team Subcommittee
The Loan Review Team Subcommittee will consider an underwriting report and a business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company. The body may reconsider previous actions regarding this request.
- RLF business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company
- Underwriting report from Madison Development Corporation for Seven Acres
The Loan Review Team Subcommittee reviewed an underwriting report from the Madison Development Corporation. The subcommittee voted to recommend a loan for the Paoli Cheese Factory Association, LLC to the CDBG Commission.
- Approved 03-27-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of loan for Paoli Cheese Factory Association, LLC to the CDBG Commission (unanimous)
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
This meeting of the Henry Vilas Zoo Commission consists of procedural items including the consideration of minutes and a committee report. No specific new projects or contracts are detailed in this agenda text.
- Consideration of minutes 2023 MIN-137
- Report to Committee 2023 RPT-128
The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though staff provided updates on hiring, animal acquisitions, and upcoming exhibits.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing several resolutions including contract awards for building maintenance, airport lease assignments, and equipment services. Discussion also includes budget amendments related to energy, climate change, and justice reform.
- Contract for Busch vacuum pump service, parts, and consumables
- Lease assignment involving land at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Windows replacement contract for the City-County Building
- Adoption of the Dane County Sustainable Business Park declaration
- Budget amendment for Office Energy & Climate Change
The committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including facility improvements and budget amendments. It also approved bills, accounts, and a bid waiver for a mobile crisis response consultant.
- Recommended approval of Busch Consolidated Inc. vacuum pump contract (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Dane County Regional Airport lease assignment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of City-County Building window replacement contract (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Sustainable Business Park covenants (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Office of Energy & Climate Change budget amendment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Department of Justice Reform budget amendment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of ARPA law enforcement grant expenditures (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Saddlebrook property storage facility improvements (4-0)
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will hold a listening session for budget recommendations and discuss the 2024 City and County budget. Presentations include updates on the Lived Experience Council and new men's shelter development.
- 2024 City and County Budget recommendation discussions
- Budget Recommendation Listening Session
- New Men’s Shelter Development updates
- Dane County Homeless Services Consortium Lived Experience Council updates
The committee held a listening session for 2024 budget recommendations and received an update on the design and schedule of a new men's shelter. Members requested future updates on a men's shelter budget shortfall and the Dane County doubled up housing strategy specialist position.
- Approved 05-01-2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed Lived Experience Council updates presentation to a future meeting (unanimous)
County Board
The Dane County Board meeting includes items for approval, such as a $64,000,000 note anticipation note. The agenda also covers affordable housing projects in Monona and Sun Prairie and upgrades to outdoor warning sirens.
- Authorization of a $64,000,000 note anticipation note
- Affordable housing agreements at 1202 East Broadway Street, Monona
- Affordable housing agreements at 1050 East Main Street, Sun Prairie
- Hardware and software upgrades for outdoor warning sirens
- Zoning petitions in Black Earth, Cross Plains, Christiana, and Dane
The County Board approved several affordable housing projects, infrastructure contracts, and six zoning petitions. The board also authorized the issuance and sale of a $64 million note anticipation note and accepted stewardship grant funding for the Waucheeta Connector Trail.
- Authorized issuance and sale of a $64,000,000 note anticipation note (Wegleitner and Huelsemann voted no)
- Approved affordable housing project agreements for 1202 East Broadway Street, Monona and 1050 East Main Street, Sun Prairie
- Approved six zoning petitions for property rezoning in the Towns of Black Earth, Cross Plains, Christiana, Dane, Dunn, and Roxbury
- Accepted stewardship grant funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the Waucheeta Connector Trail
- Approved contract for Northport Offices Human Services parking lot reconstruction Phase II
- Approved contract for Lyman F Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center parking lot replacement
- Approved agreement to upgrade hardware and software for outdoor warning sirens
- Recognized June 2023 as LGBTQI+ Pride Month
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to consider the May 4, 2023 minutes and the June 2023 finance/expenditure report. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2024 preliminary budget proposal and the May 2023 director's report.
- Approval of May 4, 2023 minutes
- Approval of June 2023 finance/expenditure report
- 2024 preliminary budget proposal
- May 2023 director's report
The Library Board approved the minutes from May 4, 2023, and the June 2023 finance/expenditure report. The board also voted to cancel the July meeting. Several reports, including the 2024 preliminary budget proposal, were placed on file.
- Approved May 4, 2023 minutes (3-0)
- Approved June 2023 finance/expenditure report (3-0)
- Canceled July Library Board meeting (4-0)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review a presentation on the AECOM Engineering Assessment. The group will also discuss the draft assessment and the status of future work and contracts.
- Presentation of AECOM Engineering Assessment
- Discussion regarding draft engineering assessment and contract status
- Consideration of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
The Task Force reviewed draft recommendations from AECOM regarding infrastructure, funding, and digital inclusion. Members were asked to email input to AECOM for the finalized report.
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Executive Committee
The committee will consider a budget amendment for the Office of Energy & Climate Change. The agenda also includes reviewing the May 18 meeting minutes and discussing updates to the 2023-2025 draft legislative agenda.
- Budget Amendment for Office of Energy & Climate Change (2023 RES-060)
- Draft 2023-2025 Legislative Agenda updates (2023 ACT-059)
- Review of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes
Community Justice Council - Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee
The subcommittee will introduce new members and review minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. The agenda features a presentation on pretrial services by representatives from MDRC and JSP.
- Introduction of new subcommittee members
- MDRC Presentation on Pretrial Services by Chloe Anderson, Claire Brooker, and Sarah Picard
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. Members viewed a presentation from the MDRC regarding a multi-year study on pretrial services, racial equity, and case processing.
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Park Commission
The commission will hear reports on the Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan kickoff and the MMSD Relief Force Main project update. The meeting also includes information on improvement plans for Jenni & Kyle Preserve following a donation.
- Update on MMSD Relief Force Main in the Ice Age Trail Junction Area Project
- Improvement plans for Jenni & Kyle Preserve following a donation
- Presentation regarding Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area
- Recognition of YGP Member Emily Cai
- Potential closed session regarding property acquisition negotiations
The commission approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on the 2024-2029 Parks and Open Space Plan kickoff and a sewer project in the Ice Age Trail Junction area. The commission also noted a $100,000 donation from the Jenni and Kyle Foundation for accessible path improvements.
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Entered closed session (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Exited closed session (6-0, YGP 1-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and discuss advocacy for federal and state programs. The agenda includes a presentation on transportation and several reports regarding aging advisory councils and legislative updates.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Advocacy Supporting Federal & State Programs
- Transportation presentation by Nathanael Brown, Dane County Transportation Coordinator
- Reports from Wisconsin Senior Advocates and the ADRC Governing Board
- Budget Priorities report
The committee elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and approved the minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on transportation budget requests and state legislative updates.
- Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Elected Esther Olson as Chair (7-0)
- Elected Anna Lezotte as Vice-Chair (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission will meet to consider previous minutes and hear presentations. The agenda includes a presentation on the Work N Wheels Program and a discussion regarding the Adult Community Services Division Reorganization.
- Work N Wheels Program presentation by Jeff Segebrecht, SWCAP
- Adult Community Services Division Reorganization presentation by Angela Velasquez
- Consideration of April 17, 2023, meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.
- Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The committee will hear presentations regarding potential funding gaps in violence prevention work and the Focused Interruption Coalition. Members will also consider the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting.
- Presentation on areas of current funding and potential gaps in violence prevention work by Public Health Madison Dane County
- Presentation on the Focused Interruption Coalition by Anthony Cooper
- Consideration of the April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee heard presentations from Public Health Madison Dane County and the Focused Interruption Coalition regarding violence prevention programming. Staff will coordinate meetings with the Chair and Vice-Chair to develop funding proposals. No substantive policy actions were taken.
- Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Food Council
The Food Council will meet to consider minutes and action items regarding farmland preservation. The agenda also includes various regular business reports and council discussions.
- City of Madison Farmland Preservation Task Force: Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) farmland preservation program
- Discussion of 2024 Budget Planning process
- Discussion of 2023 PIE Food Project grant
The Food Council approved the minutes from the April 26 meeting and the City of Madison Farmland Preservation Task Force report. Members received updates on community garden transitions and the awarding of PIE Food Project grants.
- Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved City of Madison Farmland Preservation Task Force report (7-0)
- Awarded $20K in PIE Food Project grants to 12 organizations
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning petitions across various towns. The meeting also includes a request for a conditional use permit for a temporary concrete batch plant in Blooming Grove. Additionally, the committee will review broadband grant funds and an ordinance amendment regarding salvage operations.
- Rezoning petitions for properties in Black Earth, Cross Plains, Christiana, Dane, Dunn, and Roxbury
- Conditional use permit for a temporary concrete batch plant at 4381 Marsh Road
- Resolution to accept broadband grant funds from the Wisconsin Public Service Commission
- Ordinance amendment regarding salvage operations in Chapter 10 of the Dane County Code
The committee recommended approval for five rezoning petitions and one resolution for broadband grant funds. A conditional use permit for a concrete batch plant was postponed due to public opposition, and an ordinance regarding salvage operations was postponed for town input.
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11940 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11941 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11942 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11943 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11944 with deed restrictions (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning 11945 (3-0)
- Postponed CUP 02594 for temporary concrete batch plant (2-1)
- Recommended approval of RES-065 for broadband grant funds (3-0)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee will consider resolutions regarding American Rescue Plan Act grant expenditures and budget amendments for the Department of Justice Reform. The meeting also includes a discussion on stakeholder engagement for a county-wide crisis response strategy.
- Resolution 2023 RES-062: Authorizing expenditures for ARPA Law Enforcement Agencies Safer Communities Grant Program
- Resolution 2023 RES-061: Amending the 2023 budget to furnish the Department of Justice Reform
- Discussion on stakeholder engagement for County-Wide Crisis Response Strategy
- CJC Quarterly Report
The committee recommended two resolutions for approval, including a budget amendment for the Department of Justice Reform and expenditures for the ARPA Law Enforcement Agencies Safer Communities Grant Program. The committee also received a quarterly report from the CJC.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-062 for ARPA Law Enforcement Agencies Safer Communities Grant Program expenditures (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-061 to amend 2023 budget for Department of Justice Reform (3-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee will review minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on data from a system lens and discussions regarding next steps.
- Presentation of data from a system lens
- Discussion of data from a system lens
- Discussion regarding next steps
- Consideration of May 9, 2023 minutes
The subcommittee approved the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes. Members reviewed a presentation on criminal justice data focusing on racial disparities, substance use, and behavioral health, and discussed community engagement questions for future steps.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Dane County Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding county land and infrastructure. The agenda includes an airport lease assignment and a contract for storage facility improvements at the Saddlebrook Property.
- Assignment of lease involving land at Dane County Regional Airport
- Adoption of Sustainable Business Park declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions
- Contract award for storage facility envelope improvements at the Saddlebrook Property
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended three resolutions for approval, including a lease assignment at the regional airport and a contract for storage facility improvements. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of lease assignment at Dane County Regional Airport (2022 RES-389) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Sustainable Business Park covenants, conditions, and restrictions (2023 RES-059) (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for storage facility envelope improvements at Saddlebrook property (2023 RES-064) (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-064 as amended by Sub 1 (5-0)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee is meeting to review minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding historic architectural resources of rural Dane County and local government benefits related to historic preservation.
- Presentation on Historic Architectural Resources of Rural Dane County
- Presentation on Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Benefits and Requirements
- Review of Town and County Government and Comprehensive Planning
The subcommittee approved the minutes from its May 9, 2023 meeting. The session consisted primarily of presentations regarding historic architectural resources, Certified Local Government requirements, and the relationship between town and county government.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several resolutions, including affordable housing agreements in Monona and Sun Prairie. The agenda also includes fund transfers for a bomb suit purchase and racial history training. Additionally, the committee is considering a $64,000,000 note anticipation note.
- Affordable housing projects at 1202 East Broadway Street and 1050 East Main Street
- Issuance and sale of a $64,000,000 Note Anticipation Note
- Fund transfer for the purchase of a bomb suit
- Hardware and software upgrades for outdoor warning sirens
- Stewardship grant acceptance for the Waucheeta Connector Trail
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including a $64 million note issuance and affordable housing projects in Monona and Sun Prairie. The committee also approved various contract addendums, bid waivers, and fund transfers.
- Recommended approval of $64,000,000 note anticipation note (5-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing projects at 1202 East Broadway St, Monona and 1050 East Main St, Sun Prairie (5-0)
- Approved fund transfer for bomb suit purchase (4-0)
- Approved fund transfer for County Board racial history training (4-0)
- Approved sale of tax deeded lands at 305 S Bedford St to City of Madison and Town Road parcel to Town of Verona (5-0)
- Approved bid waivers for Ayres Associates, Hunden and Partners Team, and Keleny Top Soil (5-0)
- Approved request to fill vacant Sheriff DIV Detective position (5-0)
- Approved amended Legislative Agenda regarding Community Health Workers and Maternal Mortality Review (voice vote)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee will review recruitment recommendations for a permanent Director of Human Services. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Men's Shelter Development.
- Recruitment strategy for permanent Director of Human Services
- Men's Shelter Development presentation
- Resolution 2023 RES-058: Extension of LTE hours for DCDHS - HAA Division
The committee approved the minutes from May 11, 2023, and postponed action on a resolution regarding LTE hours for the DCDHS HAA Division. No action was taken on recommendations for the permanent Director of Human Services recruitment.
- Approved May 11, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Postponed action on RES-058 regarding LTE hours extension for DCDHS HAA Division (6-0)
- No action taken on Director of Human Services recruitment recommendations
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider the minutes from the April 28, 2023 meeting. Presentations include summaries of a mental illness decriminalization workshop and a mental health task force summit. The committee will also receive reports on resource gaps at Intercept 2 and 3 and an update on the Crisis Triage Center.
- Summary of the “Decriminalizing Mental Illness: The Miami Model” Workshop
- Summary of the Chief Justice’s Mental Health Task Force Summit
- Review of Gaps and Resources at Intercept 2 and 3: Agency Perspective
- Update on Crisis Triage Center
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 28, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on the Miami Model for decriminalizing mental illness and the Chief Justice’s Mental Health Task Force Summit. The committee also reviewed agency reports on resource gaps at Intercepts 2 and 3.
- Approved April 28, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will continue discussions regarding priority areas for equity in recruitment and retention. Members will also discuss the subcommittee's work plan, including expert identification and the process for finalizing recommendations. A presentation on an alternative selection hiring process is scheduled.
- Discussion of ideas and priority areas regarding equity in recruitment and retention
- Discussion of ideas for subcommittee work plan
- Presentation on Alternative Selection Hiring Process by Rodrigo Valdivia
The subcommittee agreed on a schedule through August to develop equity in recruitment and retention recommendations for the Personnel and Finance Committee. Members will submit individual priority lists to staff by July 17 for later refinement and reporting. The group also received a briefing on the alternative selection hiring program.
- Approved minutes from 4-28-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Adopted work plan for June, July, and August meetings
- Scheduled highway intern program presentation for June 23
- Set July 17 deadline for members to submit individual priority lists to staff
- Rescheduled August meeting from August 25 to August 18
County Board
The Dane County Board is reviewing several resolutions regarding land acquisitions and community agreements. This includes purchasing property for two county parks and approving grants for local projects. The board will also consider contract updates for refuse hauling and parking ramp repairs.
- Land purchase for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area
- Land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park
- ARP grant agreement for Centro Hispano building project
- Contract award for Capitol Square South Parking Ramp lighting replacement
- Agreement to provide assistance to the River Food Pantry Project
The County Board approved the purchase of land for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area and McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park. The board also authorized several construction contracts, grant applications for stream restoration and trail development, and a zoning change in the Town of Montrose.
- Approved land purchase for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area (Voice vote; Weigand voted no)
- Approved land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park (Voice vote; Weigand voted no)
- Approved rezoning of 1415 Range Trail in Town of Montrose to Hamlet Mixed-Use and Natural Resource Conservation districts (Voice vote)
- Approved contract for Capitol Square South parking ramp lighting replacement (Voice vote)
- Approved contract for Badger Prairie Health Care Center boilers replacement (Voice vote)
- Approved contract for Albion and Verona tow plow garages (Voice vote)
- Approved grant applications for Black Earth Creek stream restoration and Waucheeta Connector Trail (Voice vote)
- Approved funding agreements for Centro Hispano building project and River Food Pantry project (Voice vote)
Community Justice Council
The meeting includes the introduction of new CJC members and a review of the April 27, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also features presentations regarding the Opportunity Project in Lucas County, Ohio, and an update on a Kansas peer learning visit.
- Introduction of new CJC members
- Review of April 27, 2023, meeting minutes
- Presentation: Opportunity Project - Lucas County, Ohio
- Presentation: Update on Kansas Peer Learning Visit
- Presentation: Kennedy School of Government Technical Assistance
The council unanimously adopted the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations regarding criminal justice models in Ohio and Kansas. No other substantive actions were taken before the meeting ended due to loss of quorum.
- Adopted April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to consider minutes, fund transfers, and county executive appointments. The agenda includes a fund transfer regarding racial history training for County Board Supervisors.
- Fund transfer to Fund Training on Racial History for County Board Supervisors (2023 FTR-008)
- County Executive Appointments (2023 RES-048)
The Executive Committee recommended a fund transfer to provide racial history training for County Board supervisors. The committee also recommended approval of County Executive appointments and approved the minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting.
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of fund transfer for racial history training for County Board supervisors (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of County Executive appointments (voice vote)
County Board
The Dane County Board will not convene to conduct official business at this meeting. A quorum may be present only for CCR and AED training.
- CCR and AED training
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission is meeting to review February 2022 minutes and discuss commission priorities. The commission will also consider approving funding for By Youth For Youth Grants and hear a presentation from Girls on the Run of South Central Wisconsin. Discussion topics include the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment and hybrid meeting rules.
- Approval of funding for By Youth For Youth Grants
- Presentation by Girls on the Run of South Central Wisconsin
- Discussion of 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment
- Discussion of hybrid meeting rules
The Youth Commission approved funding for By Youth For Youth Grants and the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. The commission also discussed the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment and priorities regarding housing, homelessness, and school wellness.
- Approved funding for By Youth For Youth Grants (3-0)
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The Emergency Medical Services Commission will meet to consider the March 2023 minutes and discuss the 2022 National CARES Report. The meeting includes provisions for public comment both in person and virtually.
- Consideration of EMS Commission March 2023 Minutes
- Discussion of 2022 National CARES Report
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports. The commission will consider the April 18, 2023, meeting minutes and receive agency, CCR, and legislative updates.
- Consideration of April 18, 2023, minutes
- Agency updates
- CCR updates
- Legislative announcements/updates
The commission approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though members provided agency updates regarding staffing, funding, and victim services.
- Approved April 18, 2023 minutes (8-0, 1 abstention)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive reports regarding the commission. Discussion items include future presentations and 2023 budget recommendations.
- Consideration of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes
- 2023 LWC budget recommendations
The committee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential future presentation topics and noted that 2023 budget recommendations will be reviewed at the next meeting.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will meet to consider previous minutes and hear several presentations and reports. The agenda includes updates on dairy programming, financial literacy, and youth governance.
- Dairy Program Update by Alison Pfau
- 2023 VITA Report by Clare Dahl
- Youth in Governance Report by Eli Tedesco and Aurora Ross
- Director Report by Carrie Edgar
The committee approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on dairy programming and the 2023 VITA tax season, and reviewed reports on the Youth in Governance program and department staffing.
- Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Tree Board
The Dane County Tree Board will consider future options for the board and a letter of support for the UTA grant. The agenda also includes reports on heritage tree updates and the Tree Canopy Collaborative. Members will discuss a June meeting at the Arboretum.
- Submitting a letter of support for the UTA grant
- Board vacancies
- Tree Board future options
- Heritage tree updates
- Tree Canopy Collaborative report
The Tree Board approved a letter of support for the Urban Tree Alliance's application to the Bock Foundation grant. The board also recommended a new member appointment and agreed to pause workgroups until new goals are established.
- Approved minutes from 3.21.2023 (4-0)
- Authorized Chair and Supervisor Noone to submit support letter for Urban Tree Alliance Bock Foundation grant (4-0)
- Recommended Terra Hawley for appointment to the DCTB
- Approved motion to approach Ian Brown regarding potential interest in joining the DCTB
- Agreed to pause workgroups until goals are set
Tree Board Policy Work Group
The Dane County Tree Board Policy Work Group is meeting to discuss ideas for tree preservation and planting policies. The group will also discuss the Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan and the Dane County Land and Water Management Plan.
- Discussion of tree preservation/planting policy ideas
- Discussion of next steps for policy ideas
- Discussion of Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan
- Discussion of Dane County Land and Water Management Plan
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will meet to elect a secretary and receive several reports. These include an independent investigation report regarding the Henry Vilas Zoo and its 2023 workplace plan.
- Vote for Secretary 2023
- Final Report from Henry Vilas Zoo (HVZ) Independent Investigation from Judge Bailey-Rihn
- 2023 Henry Vilas Zoo Workplace plan
- Equity Plan: Dane County Medical Examiner
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will discuss legislative priorities including mental health, reproductive rights, and affordable housing. Members will also review the recruitment process for the Director of Human Services. Additionally, the committee is considering agreements for housing projects in Monona and Sun Prairie.
- Affordable housing agreement at 1202 East Broadway Street, Monona (2023 RES-045)
- Affordable housing agreement at 1050 East Main Street, Sun Prairie (2023 RES-046)
- Addendum for Northwest Dane Senior Services (2023 HSCA-010)
- Addendum for Community Action Coalition (2023 HSCA-011)
The committee recommended approval for affordable housing projects in Monona and Sun Prairie. Members also established legislative priorities focusing on mental health, affordable housing, and the Aging and Disability Resource Center.
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 1202 East Broadway Street, Monona (5-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 1050 East Main Street, Sun Prairie (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract addendum for Northwest Dane Senior Services (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract addendum for Community Action Coalition (6-0)
- Approved legislative priorities: Mental Health Services, affordable housing, and Aging and Disability Resource Center funding/advertising (unanimous consent)
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will consider a petition for an at-grade railroad crossing at the Lower Yahara River Trail. Members will also review a memorandum of understanding addendum from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Additionally, the committee will review PFAS questions and responses from a March 2023 joint meeting.
- Petition for an at-grade railroad crossing at Lake Kegonsa State Park
- Acceptance of a 2023 MOU addendum from the WI Department of Natural Resources
- Review of PFAS questions and responses from the March 8, 2023 joint meeting
The committee recommended approval for a railroad crossing petition for the Lower Yahara River Trail and a memorandum of understanding addendum with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Members also requested further information regarding PFAS remediation at the Dane County Regional Airport.
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-050 regarding at-grade railroad crossing for Lower Yahara River Trail at Lake Kegonsa State Park (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-051 regarding a memorandum of understanding addendum from the WI Department of Natural Resources (voice vote)
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will consider the minutes from the April 27, 2023, meeting and review fund transfers. Kim Meyer, an agronomist, will provide a presentation on the Dane Demonstration Farm Network.
- Dane Demonstration Farm Network Updates by Kim Meyer
- Consideration of April 27, 2023, minutes
- Fund transfers
The committee approved the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting. A presentation was given regarding the status of the Dane Demo Farms project. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review resolutions regarding a railroad crossing for the Lower Yahara River Trail and a memorandum of understanding with the WI Department of Natural Resources. The body will also consider endowment distribution requests and Friends of Dane County Parks grant awards.
- Petition for an at-grade railroad crossing for the Lower Yahara River Trail at Lake Kegonsa State Park (2023 RES-050)
- Acceptance of a Memorandum of Understanding addendum for 2023 from the WI Department of Natural Resources (2023 RES-051)
- Endowment distribution requests from the Madison Community Foundation (2023 ACT-043)
- Friends of Dane County Parks Grant Program awards (2023 ACT-044)
The Park Commission recommended approval for a railroad crossing on the Lower Yahara River Trail and a memorandum of understanding with the DNR. The commission also authorized endowment disbursements and approved several Friends of Dane County Parks grants.
- Recommended approval of at-grade railroad crossing for Lower Yahara River Trail (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR memorandum of understanding addendum (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Authorized Parks Director to request grant disbursement from Madison Community Foundation (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Approved Friends grants as presented (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, YGP 1-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission will hear a presentation from Simpson Street Free Press. The meeting also includes a discussion on resource development led by Commissioner Handy. Additionally, the commission will consider the minutes from the April 19, 2023, meeting.
- Presentation: Simpson Street Free Press
- Discussion: Resource Development
- Consideration of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023, meeting. Members discussed a proposed payroll deduction fundraising model for arts development and heard a presentation from the Simpson Street Free Press.
- Approved April 19th commission minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Airport Commission
The commission will consider a resolution regarding a land lease assignment for airport land. Members will also vote on recreating the Airport Arts and Airport Noise subcommittees.
- Authorization of land lease assignment (Lease No. DCRA 2016-19)
- Motion to recreate and reappoint Airport Arts Subcommittee
- Motion to recreate and reappoint Airport Noise Subcommittee
- Approval of mileage and per diem for commission members
The Airport Commission recommended the approval of a lease assignment for land at the Dane County Regional Airport. The commission also voted to recreate and reappoint members to the Airport Arts and Airport Noise subcommittees.
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-389 regarding lease assignment DCRA 2016-19 (7-0)
- Recreated and reappointed Airport Arts Subcommittee (7-0)
- Recreated and reappointed Airport Noise Subcommittee (7-0)
- Approved mileage and per diem for members attending May 10, 2023 meeting (7-0)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is reviewing several land use petitions, including a rezoning in the Town of Montrose and conditional use permits for a communication tower and agricultural entertainment. The committee will also consider an amendment to the 2023 operating budget regarding the Regional Housing Strategy.
- Rezoning petition for 1415 Range Trail, Town of Montrose
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP 02583) for a 174' monopole communication tower in the Town of Dunn
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP 02592) for agricultural entertainment at 4305 & 4311 Vilas Hope Road, Town of Cottage Grove
- Resolution 2023 RES-023 to amend the 2023 operating budget and authorize a contract for the Dane County Regional Housing Strategy
- Discussion regarding the definition and design of single-family residences
The committee approved a conditional use permit for agricultural entertainment in the Town of Cottage Grove and recommended a rezoning for a public works facility in the Town of Montrose. A budget amendment for the Regional Housing Strategy was recommended for approval, while a communication tower permit was postponed.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for agricultural entertainment at 4305 & 4311 Vilas Hope Road (5-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for rezoning 1415 Range Trail to Hamlet Mixed-Use and Natural Resource Conservation districts (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2023 RES-023 to amend the 2023 operating budget for the Regional Housing Strategy contract (5-0)
- Postponed action on Conditional Use Permit for a 174' monopole communication tower at 3486 County Road MN (4-0-1)
- Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Identified Broadband Infrastructure and Climate Change as priority topics for the 2021-2023 Legislative Agenda (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider an agreement to replace and upgrade the hardware and software used for Dane County's outdoor warning sirens. The agenda also includes a fund transfer for a bomb suit purchase and discussions regarding stakeholder engagement for a county-wide crisis response strategy.
- Agreement for replacement and upgrade of Dane County outdoor warning siren hardware and software
- Fund transfer for the purchase of a bomb suit
- Discussion on stakeholder engagement for county-wide crisis response strategy
The committee recommended approval for a bomb suit purchase and a contract to upgrade outdoor warning siren hardware and software. Members also updated the 2021-2023 Legislative Agenda and identified priority issues including restorative justice and Marsy's Law funding.
- Approved April 25, 2023 minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of fund transfer for bomb suit purchase (5-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement for outdoor warning siren hardware and software upgrades (5-0)
- Approved changes to the 2021-2023 Legislative Agenda by unanimous consent
- Identified priority legislative issues including restorative justice funding, Marsy's Law implementation, ADA and SPD pay rates, and a racial disparities subcommittee (unanimous consent)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review minutes from the April 2023 meeting and consider several infrastructure contracts. Agenda items include parking lot replacements at the Lyman F Anderson Center and Northport Offices. The committee will also address a contract change order for McCarthy Park and an easement for affordable housing.
- Contract award for Lyman F Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center parking lot replacement
- Contract award for Northport Offices Human Services parking lot reconstruction Phase II
- Contract change order for McCarthy Park facility improvements in Cottage Grove
- MG&E easement for the Bayview Townhomes Affordable Housing Project
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended approval for parking lot contracts at the Lyman F Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center and Northport Offices. The committee also approved a contract change order for McCarthy Park and an MG&E easement for the Bayview Townhomes project.
- Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Lyman F Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center parking lot replacement (7-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Northport Offices Human Services parking lot reconstruction Phase II (7-0)
- Approved contract change order #1 for McCarthy Park facility improvements (7-0)
- Approved MG&E Easement for the Bayview Townhomes Affordable Housing Project (7-0)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee will welcome new members through appointments and consider minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Presentations are scheduled regarding the committee's mission, work plan, and current adult diversion programs. The subcommittee will also discuss a Community Justice Center video.
- Appointments of new members (2023 PRES-041 and 2023 PRES-049)
- Presentation on committee mission and work plan
- Presentation on current adult diversion programs
- Discussion regarding Community Justice Center video
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a six-month action plan for the Community Court initiative and reviewed existing adult diversion programs in Dane County. One discussion item regarding a Community Justice Center video was tabled.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Tabled review of Community Justice Center video to June 6, 2023
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review presentations on archaeological resource identification and planning by Driftless Pathways. The meeting includes reviews of county comprehensive plan goals, state planning guides, and geographic data related to cultural resources. An update on a public opinion survey will also be provided.
- Presentation on archaeological resource identification and planning by Driftless Pathways
- Review of town and county government and comprehensive planning
- Review and discussion of county comprehensive plan goals and state planning guide
- Review of geographic data related to cultural resources
- Public opinion survey update
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 18 meeting. Members received presentations on archaeological resource identification, the County Comprehensive Plan, and geographic data. One item regarding town and county government planning was postponed.
- Approved April 18 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Postponed review of town and county government and comprehensive planning to May 23, 2023
Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee
The committee will elect officers and review the role of the body regarding funds allocated in the 2023 County budget. Reports include updates on a market study, master plan, and a sports facility study.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of 2023 County budget fund allocations
- Overview of 2021 Master Developer RFP and Expo Hall Expansion Schematic Plans
- Market Study and Master Plan Update report
- Madison Area Sports Facility Study report
The committee elected a new Chair and approved minutes from October 2021. The election of a Vice Chair was postponed. Members received updates on the 2023 budget, the Master Developer RFP, and the market study update.
- Elected Supervisor Erickson as Chair (unanimous)
- Postponed election of Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved October 5, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The Commission will meet to consider previous minutes and receive reports. The agenda includes a presentation on veterinary services and a zoo report.
- Report on Veterinary Services
- Zoo Report
The commission approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were decided; the meeting consisted of reports on veterinary staffing and general zoo operations.
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider several resolutions regarding grant authorizations. Items include accepting funds from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for disease intervention positions and WIC programs. The committee will also review a contract with UW-Madison for pathogen surveillance.
- Grant for 2.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist positions
- Contract with UW-Madison Population Health Institute for COVID response fellowship
- Reimbursement from Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for equipment
- $2,500 scholarship from National Association of County and City Health Officials
- Grant application for Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County Executive Committee approved several resolutions to accept grant funding for disease intervention, WIC programs, and violence prevention. The committee also recommended approval for a COVID Response Corps Fellow contract and staffing positions.
- Approved minutes from May 9, 2022 (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of grant for 2.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist positions (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of noncompetitive contract with UW-Madison Population Health Institute for COVID Response Corps Fellow (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-16 to accept reimbursement from Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-12 to accept $2,500 scholarship funding from NACCHO (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-13 to accept additional WI Department of Health Services funds for WIC programs (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-14 to be a subgrantee for UW project on respiratory and gastrointestinal viruses (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-15 for BJA FY 23 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention grant application (voice vote)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County - Budget Committee
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will meet to conduct business including the approval of past meeting minutes. The committee is scheduled to receive a 2023 budget overview presentation.
- Approval of June 23, 2022, meeting minutes
- 2023 Budget Overview Presentation
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several fund transfers and resolutions. These items include funding for the Sustainability Campus & Landfill Project, highway safety grants, and community resource centers.
- Fund transfer to advance design and permitting of the Sustainability Campus & Landfill Project
- Contract extension for refuse hauling services
- Highway safety grant funding for a speed enforcement task force project
- Agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Dane County for the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center
- Grant agreement for ARP funds to support Centro Hispano building project
The committee recommended for approval 20 resolutions covering land acquisitions, construction contracts, and grant funding. It also approved four fund transfers for projects including a sustainability campus and courthouse cooling.
- Approved fund transfer for Sustainability Campus & Landfill project design and permitting
- Approved fund transfer for Courthouse elevator equipment room cooling
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area (4-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park (4-0)
- Recommended approval of ARP funds for Centro Hispano building project (4-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Albion and Verona tow plow garages (4-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Badger Prairie Health Care Center boilers replacement (4-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement to support River Food Pantry project (4-0)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will review meeting minutes from April 10, 2023, and hear a presentation on the Dane County Legislative Agenda. The meeting also includes reports on disability advocacy, board by-laws, and the impact of public health unwinding.
- Presentation on the Dane County Legislative Agenda
- Report on ADRC Board By-Laws, State Budget, and ADRC Funding
- Independent Living Support Pilot Update
- Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance Closure report
- Public Health Unwinding impact on ADRC
The board approved the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions or decisions were recorded during the session.
- Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss masking policies and documentation expectations regarding the capture of transfer of care signatures and names. The agenda also includes an SSM update from Heather Poker and updates regarding EMS Week.
- Discussion of Masking Policies
- Discussion of Transfer of Care Signatures, Names and Documentation expectations
- SSM Update - Heather Poker
- EMS Week updates
The subcommittee reviewed current masking policies across regional health systems and discussed documentation expectations for transfers of care. No formal votes were recorded; minutes from the previous meeting were tabled.
- Tabled consideration of minutes until next meeting
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee will consider a request to review a denied catastrophic leave decision for Tanya Sellner. The agenda also includes items regarding 2023 ACT-0421 and donated leave forms.
- Review of denied catastrophic leave decision (Tanya Sellner)
- 2023 ACT-0421
- 2023 ACT-042 Donated-Leave form
The committee reviewed a request to overturn a denied catastrophic leave decision for Tanya Sellner but took no vote or action on the item. Public comment was heard from Derek Wallace and Dan Lowndes. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.
- No motion made on 2023 ACT-042 catastrophic leave review request
County Board
The Dane County Board is reviewing several zoning petitions for residential and industrial changes in the towns of Dane, Burke, and Pleasant Springs. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding mental health awareness and an equity food program.
- Rezone 11921 (Pleasant Springs) recommended for denial
- Rezone 11928 (Town of Dane) recommended for approval with conditions
- Rezone 11929 (Town of Burke) recommended for approval with conditions
- Rezone 11931 (Town of Burke) recommended for approval with conditions
- Establishing an Equity Food Program for 2023
The Dane County Board voted 27-2 to deny the appointment of Shelia Stubbs as Director of Human Services, with 5 abstentions. The board also approved several zoning petitions, including rezonings for residential and commercial uses, and adopted resolutions recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month and Asian/Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month. Payments over $10,000 and claims against the county were approved or denied as recommended.
- Denied appointment of Shelia Stubbs as Director of Human Services (27-2, 5 abstentions)
- Adopted resolution supporting youth mental health access and Mental Health Awareness Month (voice vote)
- Adopted resolution recognizing May 2023 as Asian/Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month (voice vote)
- Approved bills over $10,000 (voice vote)
- Denied claims by Jennifer Hillery, State Farm, Tanner Noll, Michael Green, and Elizabeth Wahl (voice votes)
- Approved minutes of April 20, 2023 County Board meeting (voice vote)
- Adopted resolution establishing an Equity Food Program for 2023 (voice vote, Weigand voted no)
- Adopted resolution in support of protection of Badger Mill Creek (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Executive Committee
The committee will discuss considerations regarding the use of artificial intelligence in county government. Additionally, presentations will be given on teen mental health and services for the rural elderly.
- Discussion of artificial intelligence in county government
- Presentation of report addressing the teen mental health crisis in Dane County
- Presentation of report on services for rural elderly in Dane County
The meeting was largely informational with no substantive decisions or votes on policy matters. The committee heard a presentation on artificial intelligence in county government and discussed continuing the conversation. Two UW student project reports were presented: one on teen mental health and one on services for rural elderly in Dane County. The only formal action was approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved minutes of April 20, 2023 meeting (voice vote)
Library Board
The Library Board will review the 2023-2027 Plan of Service and recommendations for DCL standards. The meeting also includes consideration of March/April 2023 finance and expenditure reports.
- Approval of 2023-2027 Plan of Service
- Approval of March/April 2023 finance/expenditure report
- Presentation by Sun Prairie East High School Global Business Academy Team
- Estimated 2024 operational and facility library reimbursements
The Dane County Library Board approved the March/April 2023 finance report and the 2023-2027 Plan of Service including DCL Standards recommendations. A presentation by Sun Prairie East High School's Global Business Academy was placed on file. Estimated 2024 operational and facility library reimbursements and the May 2023 Library Director report were also placed on file. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with two members excused.
- Approved March/April 2023 finance/expenditure report (5-0)
- Approved 2023-2027 Plan of Service including DCL Standards recommendations (5-0)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review meeting minutes and receive an AECOM progress update. The group will also consider accepting FCC Affordable Connectivity Program outreach grant funds. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on digital equity focus groups and public wifi access points.
- Accepting FCC Affordable Connectivity Program Outreach Grant Funds (2023 RES-042)
- AECOM progress update from May 3, 2023 listening session
- Overview of digital equity focus group extensions
- Update on public wifi access points
The Dane County Broadband Task Force voted to recommend approval of a resolution accepting $75,000 in federal Affordable Connectivity Program outreach grant funds and hiring two limited-term employees to support the program. Members also received updates on unserved-area meetings, digital equity focus groups, and a public Wi-Fi project in Stoughton. The meeting was largely informational with only one action item.
- Recommended approval of resolution accepting $75,000 FCC Affordable Connectivity Program outreach grant (voice vote, 2/3 required)
- Approved minutes of March 2, 2023 meeting (voice vote)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The Community Court Advisory subcommittee will attend a training session hosted by the Board of Supervisors Office regarding committee expectations. No official actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.
- Training on Board committee expectations
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The commission will meet to consider previous minutes and fund transfers. The agenda includes a presentation on managing PFAS at county landfills and a discussion regarding 2024 budget recommendations.
- Presentation: Managing PFAS at County Landfills
- Discussion: 2024 LWC Budget Recommendations
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will hold a listening session with AECOM, the county's broadband engineering assessment consultant. No committee business is scheduled to be conducted at this meeting.
- Listening session with AECOM (Dane County Broadband Engineering Assessment consultant)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will consider meeting minutes from April 17, 2023. The commission is also seeking at least three volunteers for an application review team and will review several expenditure reports.
- Seeking at least three volunteers for the upcoming RFP cycle application review team
- Review of May 2023 CDBG-CV expended funds report
- Review of May 2023 CDBG expended funds report
- Review of RLF loan report
The Dane County CDBG Commission approved the April 17, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners volunteered for the application review team for the upcoming RFP cycle, and staff reported on CDBG and CDBG-CV expended funds. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Volunteered commissioners for application review team for upcoming RFP cycle (4 volunteers)
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will conduct several action items including bylaw amendments and annual elections. The agenda also includes committee nominations and various reports regarding state budget items and legislative updates.
- AAA Bylaw Amendment to update Chapter 15.10 Officers section
- 2023 AAA Board Election
- Recommendation for Paul Kauda, Leck, and Mally Grants
- Nomination of Deana Zentner to the AAA Access and Legislative/Advocacy Committees
- Nomination of Helen Pan to the AAA Nutrition/Wellness Committee
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing a resolution to approve Shelia Stubbs as the Director of Human Services. The agenda also includes a request for an exemption to fill vacant registered nurse positions at Badger Prairie.
- Resolution to approve Shelia Stubbs as Dane County Director of Human Services
- Request for blanket exemption to fill vacant Registered Nurse positions at Badger Prairie
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will review the 2024 city and county budget process. The meeting also includes presentations on homelessness statistics and updates regarding men's shelters and COVID-19 response.
- 2024 City and county budget process overview
- Homelessness by the numbers: Point in Time, annual data, doubled up population estimates, and system performance measures
- Men's Shelter Development Updates
- COVID Response Updates
The committee approved minutes from previous meetings and received presentations on the 2024 City of Madison and Dane County budget processes. Members reviewed homelessness data and received updates on men's shelter development and COVID response projects.
- Approved March 6, 2023 and April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 5 recused)
- Approved motion to move Public Comment after Presentations (unanimous)
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The Behavioral Health Subcommittee will review opportunities for improving caseflow management. The committee will also discuss resources and gaps at intercepts 2 and 3 and receive an update on the Crisis Triage Center.
- Review of caseflow management improvements
- Discussion of resources and gaps at intercepts 2 and 3
- Crisis Triage Center update
- Consideration of March 17, 2023 meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the March 17, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed data-sharing gaps in caseflow management and reviewed agency resources and gaps based on the Sequential Intercept Model. The committee received an update that the Crisis Triage Center provider RFP closes in mid-May.
- Approved March 17, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss priority areas for equity in hiring and employee retention. Members will also review a follow-up on the La Follette Capstone Project data and develop a work plan for future meetings.
- Follow-up discussion of recruitment and retention data from the La Follette Capstone Project
- Discussion of equity priorities including specific job positions and employee check-in processes
- Development of a subcommittee work plan and recommendation process
- Staff update on the Workplace Climate Assessment RFP
The subcommittee discussed several ideas to improve employee recruitment and retention, including pay disparity identification and standardized check-ins. No formal policy changes were decided, but members identified priority areas for a future work plan. The committee also received an update on a pending workplace climate assessment RFP.
- Approved minutes from 3-24-23 meeting (voice vote)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions regarding fund transfers, state and city contributions, and donations. The agenda also includes the proposed approval of Shelia Stubbs as the Dane County Director of Human Services.
- Approval of Shelia Stubbs as Dane County Director of Human Services
- Acceptance of funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Receipt of funds from the City of Madison for Beacon Day Resource Center operations
- Receipt of funding from the City of Madison for the EAWS division
- Transferring families back to the table contract from CYF to PEI Division
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended denying the appointment of Shelia Stubbs as the Dane County Director of Human Services. The committee also recommended approval for several fund transfers, state and city funding resolutions, and multiple contract addendums.
- Recommended denial of Shelia Stubbs as Dane County Director of Human Services (7-0)
- Recommended approval of fund transfers for Families Back to the Table and UW Hospital assessment program (7-0)
- Recommended approval of new funds from Wisconsin Department of Health Services (7-0)
- Recommended approval of City of Madison funds for Beacon Day Resource Center (7-0)
- Recommended approval of City of Madison funding for DCDHS - EAWS Division (7-0)
- Recommended approval of a donation to DCDHS - BPHCC (7-0)
- Recommended approval of contract addendums for Columbia, Juneau, Dodge, Richland, Sauk, and Sheboygan counties (7-0 each)
- Recommended approval of contract addendums for UW-System Board of Regents and Attic Correctional Services (7-0 each)
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will consider minutes from the March 23, 2023 meeting and a motion regarding the Community Court Advisory Committee. The agenda also includes presentations on the Dane County Community Service Program, youth data, and an update on a Kansas peer learning visit.
- Motion to add a municipal judge representative to the CJC-Community Court Advisory Committee
- Dane County Community Service Program presentation
- Youth data presentation
- Update on Kansas peer learning visit
The Community Justice Council approved the addition of a municipal judge representative to the CJC-Community Court Advisory Committee. The council also received presentations on the Dane County Community Service Program and youth justice demographics.
- Approved adding a municipal judge representative to the CJC-Community Court Advisory Committee (voice vote)
- Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding land acquisitions and environmental grants. These items include protections for Badger Mill Creek and various natural resource area developments.
- Resolution to support protection of Badger Mill Creek
- Land purchase authorization for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area
- Land purchase authorization for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park from Scarlet Badger, LLC
- Grant applications for Black Earth Creek stream restoration
- Grant applications and acceptance for Waucheeta Connector Trail development
The committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including land acquisitions for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area and McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park. It also recommended approving grant applications for the Waucheeta Connector Trail and Black Earth Creek restoration. Additionally, the committee approved its 2023 legislative agenda.
- Recommended approval of resolution to protect Badger Mill Creek (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park from Scarlet Badger, LLC (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR grant applications for Black Earth Creek stream restoration (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR grant application for Waucheeta Connector Trail development (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Stewardship grant funding for Waucheeta Connector Trail (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of donated funds from Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Approved 2023 legislative agenda, including opposition to bans on local government EV charging stations or alternative fuel vehicles (5-0, YGP 1-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will consider the March 23, 2023, meeting minutes and fund transfers. The agenda includes reports on approved cost-share contracts and payments for April. Specific details regarding referrals and items requiring committee action are not provided in this agenda.
- Review of March 23, 2023, meeting minutes
- April report of approved cost-share contracts (2023 RPT-037)
- April report of approved cost-share payments (2023 RPT-038)
The committee approved the minutes from the March 23, 2023 meeting. Staff presented reports on approved cost-share contracts and payments for the period of March 14 through April 13, 2023.
- Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (MC 5-0, YGP 1-0)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review several resolutions regarding land acquisitions and grant applications. The agenda includes proposals for purchasing land for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area and McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park.
- Purchase of land for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area (2023 RES-036)
- Purchase of land for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park from Scarlet Badger, LLC (2023 RES-037)
- Grant applications for Black Earth Creek stream restoration (2023 RES-038)
- Grant applications and stewardship funding for Waucheeta Connector Trail development (2023 RES-039 & 2023 RES-040)
- Acceptance of 2023 donated funds from the Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area (2023 RES-041)
The Park Commission recommended several resolutions for approval, including land acquisitions for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area and McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park. The commission also recommended the submission and acceptance of grants for trail development and stream restoration. Additionally, the commission elected new officers.
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Waakikizu Natural Resource Area (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park from Scarlet Badger, LLC (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR grant application for Black Earth Creek stream restoration (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR grant application for Waucheeta Connector Trail development (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Stewardship grant funding for Waucheeta Connector Trail development (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of donated funds from Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Elected Tom Thoresen as chair (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Elected Stefanie Brouwer as vice-chair and Kristie Goforth as second vice-chair (6-0, YGP 1-0 each)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will discuss advocacy for federal and state programs and review proposals for the Dane County Legislative Agenda. The meeting also includes a presentation on Adult Protective Services and a recommendation to fill a committee vacancy.
- Advocacy for federal and state programs
- Presentation on Adult Protective Services by Beth Freeman
- Proposals for the Dane County Legislative Agenda
- Recommendation of Deana Zentner to fill a committee vacancy
- Updated hybrid meeting formatting
The committee approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation on Adult Protective Services budget requests and updates on state and federal legislative advocacy for older adults.
- Approved March 22, 2023 minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Food Council
The Food Council will meet to consider minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting and a letter of support for a USDA RFSP application. The agenda includes reports on food plans, community gardens, and regional agriculture, as well as discussions regarding the 2024 budget planning process.
- Letter of Support for USDA RFSP application
- Discussion of 2024 Budget Planning process
- Discussion of 2023 PIE Food Project grant
- Discussion of Pandemic Food System Study
The Food Council approved a letter of support for a USDA Regional Food System Partnership application. The council also approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting.
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved DCFC Partnering Organization Letter for 2023 RFSP (6-0-1)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is holding public hearings for several land use changes. These include various rezoning requests across the towns of Dane, Springdale, Albion, Deerfield, Montrose, Mazomanie, Middleton, Cottage Grove, Dunkirk, Pleasant Springs, and Burke.
- Rezoning petition 11933: North of 7254 Black Hill Road, Town of Dane
- Rezoning petition 11934: East of 1985 Spring Rose Rd, Town of Springdale
- Rezoning petition 11935: 2134 County Highway J, Town of Springdale
- Rezoning petition 11936: 38 County Highway N, Town of Albion
- Rezoning petition 11937: 4355 Krueger Rd, Town of Deerfield
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee recommended approval for four rezoning petitions and one with conditions. One rezoning petition for multi-family residential use was recommended for denial. Several other petitions and a communication tower reconsideration were postponed.
- Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11933 rezoning to Rural Residential (4-0)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11934 rezoning to Rural Residential (4-0)
- Postponed Petition 11935 rezoning at applicant's request (4-0)
- Recommended approval for Petition 11936 rezoning (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for Petition 11937 rezoning (4-0)
- Postponed Petition 11938 rezoning until May 9th (4-0)
- Recommended approval with conditions for Petition 11939 rezoning (4-0)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will review presentations on youth justice and deferred prosecution data. Members will also consider resolutions for a speed enforcement task force and the jail consolidation project.
- Highway Safety Grant funding for a Speed Enforcement Task Force Project
- Capital Budget amendment for the Jail Consolidation Project
- EMS Flex Grant fund transfer
- DOC Capital Budget Proposal and Youth Justice presentation
The committee postponed a resolution to amend the capital budget for the jail consolidation project. It recommended the denial of five separate claims and recommended approval for highway safety grant funding for a speed enforcement task force. The committee also approved an EMS flex grant fund transfer.
- Approved EMS Flex Grant fund transfer (4-0)
- Recommended approval of highway safety grant funding for speed enforcement task force (4-0)
- Postponed indefinitely resolution to fund jail consolidation project (4-0)
- Recommended denial of claim 2023 CL-001 Jennifer Hillery (4-0)
- Recommended denial of claim 2023 CL-002 State Farm (4-0)
- Recommended denial of claim 2023 CL-003 Tanner Noll (4-0)
- Recommended denial of claim 2023 CL-004 Michael Green (4-0)
- Recommended denial of claim 2023 CL-005 Elizabeth Wahl (4-0)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several contract awards for county infrastructure projects. Items include lighting replacements, boiler upgrades, and refuse hauling extensions. The meeting also includes a presentation on ATV/UTV use on county highways.
- Fund transfer for Sustainability Campus & Landfill project
- Contract extension for refuse hauling services
- Lighting system replacement for Capitol Square South Parking Ramp
- Boiler replacement at Badger Prairie Health Care Center
- Presentation on ATV/UTV use on county highways
The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved several contract change orders for the Emergency Management Building and the Courthouse roof. The committee also recommended several facility and infrastructure contracts for approval and set legislative priorities for broadband and highway safety.
- Approved fund transfer for Sustainability Campus & Landfill project design (5-0)
- Approved contract extension for refuse hauling services (5-0)
- Recommended approval for Capitol Square South parking ramp lighting replacement (6-0)
- Recommended approval for Albion and Verona tow plow garage contract (6-0)
- Recommended approval for Badger Prairie Health Care Center boiler replacement (6-0)
- Approved seven change orders (#40-46) for Emergency Management Building remodel (6-0)
- Approved change order for Courthouse roof descent system (6-0)
- Approved legislative priorities for Highway Safety & Broadband (6-0)
Community Justice Council - Racial Disparities Subcommittee
The subcommittee will introduce new members Aaron Hicks and Carmella Glenn. The meeting includes an update on discretionary funds for the Office of Justice Reform and Equity and a presentation regarding physical discipline. Reports from the Community Restorative Court and the Office of Justice Reform and Equity are also scheduled.
- Appointment of Aaron Hicks to the subcommittee
- Appointment of Carmella Glenn to the subcommittee
- Update on discretionary funds for OJRE
- Presentation on physical discipline
- Community Restorative Court update
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on the Community Restorative Court, the Office of Justice Reform and Equity hiring process, and a public service announcement regarding physical discipline.
- Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Tree Board Outreach Work Group
The Tree Board Outreach Work Group is meeting to review various outreach projects including a website, social media, and presentations. The group will also discuss progress on placing Heritage Oak project information on the website's opening page.
- Review of website, social media, PSA, and presentations
- Progress report on Heritage Oak project website placement
- Brainstorming a plan for working with WORT on outreach
Personnel & Finance Tax Deed Subcommittee
The Personnel & Finance Tax Deed Subcommittee will meet to review subcommittee reports and vote on property sales. The agenda includes action items to approve the sale of four specific tax deeded parcels.
- Approval of sale for parcel #0511-053-5588-5 (Madison-Soughton)
- Approval of sale for parcel #0709-273-0406-7 (2515 Covall, Madison)
- Approval of sale for parcel #0710-061-1110-9 (2417 Hoard, Madison)
- Approval of sale for parcel #0710-161-0403-7 (4604 Maher, Madison)
The Personnel & Finance Tax Deed Subcommittee approved the sale of four tax deeded parcels. Each parcel was approved for sale with a minimum bid set at its professional appraised value. A summary report on tax deeds from 2018-2022 was reviewed but no action was taken on it.
- Approved sale of parcel #0511-053-5588-5 with $110,000 minimum bid (voice vote)
- Approved sale of parcel #0709-273-0406-7 with $320,000 minimum bid (voice vote)
- Approved sale of parcel #0710-061-1110-9 with $105,000 minimum bid (voice vote)
- Approved sale of parcel #0710-161-0403-7 with $203,000 minimum bid (voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee will consider several items including an equity food program and various administrative requests. The meeting includes discussions on legislative agendas and potential actions regarding personnel and facility management.
- Establishing an Equity Food Program for 2023 (2022 RES-3831)
- Approval of Bills and Accounts - Personnel and Finance
- Request for exception to County Ordinance 20.08 regarding Facilities Management
- Request for blanket exemption to County Ordinance 29.52(15) for vacant Registered Nurse positions at Badger Prairie
- Discussion and possible action on the Legislative Agenda
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended a resolution to establish an equity food program for 2023. The committee also approved various bills, accounts, and a reporting exception for Facilities Management. A request to fill vacant nurse positions at Badger Prairie was postponed.
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-383 establishing an Equity Food Program for 2023 (4-0)
- Approved bills and accounts for Personnel and Finance (4-0)
- Approved exception to Co. Ord 20.08 regarding 60 day reporting for Facilities Management (4-0)
- Postponed request to fill vacant Registered Nurse positions at Badger Prairie until 5/1/2023 (4-0)
- Approved Personnel & Finance minutes from April 10, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved joint Personnel & Finance and Public Protection & Judiciary minutes from April 10, 2024 (4-0)
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several resolutions including airport service agreements, bridge reconstruction, and land acquisitions. The agenda also includes various recognition resolutions and a zoning petition for the Town of Medina.
- Agreement with Destination Madison for visitor information at Dane County Regional Airport
- Easement involving land at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Design and reconstruction of CTH KP bridge in the Village of Cross Plains
- Purchase of land on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC
- Rezone petition for 464 Canal Road in the Town of Medina
The County Board approved a resolution to stop housing federal detainees in the county jail. The board also approved several land purchases, zoning petitions, and grant acceptances for health and legal services.
- Approved retiring housing of federal detainees in Dane County Jail (Bollig, McCarville, Weigand voted no)
- Approved purchase of land on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC (Weigand voted no)
- Approved purchase of land for Fish Lake County Park from Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust (Huelsemann, Ripp, Weigand voted no)
- Approved six rezoning petitions in the Towns of Medina, Oregon, Burke, Rutland, Dunkirk, and Cross Plains
- Approved agreement with Destination Madison for visitor services at Dane County Regional Airport
- Approved design and reconstruction of CTH KP Bridge in Village of Cross Plains
- Re-referred funding for Jail Consolidation Project to Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
- Approved grant funding for 2.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialists and 1.0 FTE Specialized Resource Prosecutor
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Executive Committee
The committee will review resolutions regarding an equity food program for 2023 and the protection of Badger Mill Creek. The agenda also includes a presentation on Dane County workforce development data from 2018 to 2022.
- Resolution establishing an Equity Food Program for 2023
- Resolution in support of protection of Badger Mill Creek
- Presentation on Dane County workforce development equity assessment
The committee recommended two resolutions for approval: one establishing an equity food program for 2023 and another supporting the protection of Badger Mill Creek. The committee also received a presentation from La Follette Capstone students regarding workforce development data and equity.
- Approved minutes of the 3-9-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-383 establishing an equity food program for 2023 (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-011 in support of protection of Badger Mill Creek (voice vote)
Area Agency on Aging - Nutrition / Wellness Committee
The committee will review meal site reports for Romnes, Warner Park Recreation Center, and Messiah Lutheran. The meeting includes a presentation on a Request for Proposal for nutrition and home delivered meals.
- Meal Site Review: Romnes, Warner Park Recreation Center, and Messiah Lutheran
- Safety & Sanitation Inspections-2022-2023 Annual Reviews
- Request for Proposal: Nutrition and Home Delivered Meals
The committee approved the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though staff provided updates on meal site reviews, sanitation inspections, and the Senior Farmers’ Market Voucher Program.
- Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission is meeting to review previous minutes and take action on several grant programs. The agenda includes the approval of cycle one, capital, and short order grant allocations.
- Approve Cycle One Grant Distributions
- Approve Capital Grants Allocations
- Approve Short Order Grant Allocations
The Commission approved the distribution of $115,000 to 52 applicants for the 2023 Cycle 1 grant period. Additionally, the body approved funding for two capital grant requests and five short order grant requests.
- Approved $115,000 in Cycle 1 grants to 52 applicants (unanimous)
- Denied funding for Four Lakes Traditional Music Collective and Madison Jazz Jam (unanimous)
- Awarded $1,500 capital grant to Madison Circus Space (unanimous)
- Awarded $655 capital grant to James Watrous Gallery (unanimous)
- Approved full funding for five short order grant requests totaling $4,400 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from March 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will review meeting minutes and discuss fund transfers. The agenda includes reports regarding Pheasant Branch Conservancy restoration and the Dane County Water Quality Plan in the Waunakee Urban Service Area. The commission will also address 2023 budget recommendation planning.
- Report on the LWRD restoration and monitoring of the Pheasant Branch Conservancy
- Amendment of the Dane County Water Quality Plan in the Waunakee Urban Service Area
- 2023 Lakes and Watershed Commission budget recommendation planning
The Commission approved the March 9, 2023, meeting minutes with an amendment regarding a fossil fuel station moratorium. Members discussed the Dane County Water Quality Plan and 2023 budget recommendations.
- Approved March 9, 2023, minutes as amended to include a fossil fuel station moratorium (7-0)
Community Justice Council - Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee
The Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee will review the minutes from the February 8, 2023, meeting. The committee will also hear reports regarding Wisconsin cash bail referenda and updates to pretrial services, including the transition timeline for the Release Condition Matrix (RCM).
- Report on State of Wisconsin Referenda on Cash Bail
- Update on Pretrial Services website, resources, and brochures
- Information on judicial training and the Release Condition Matrix (RCM) transition timeline
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the impact of a recent state referendum on cash bail and reviewed new Pretrial Services Department data and its website.
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Youth Commission
The Youth Commission will meet to consider funding and discuss upcoming assessments. The agenda includes discussion on commission priorities and hybrid meeting rules.
- Approval of funding for By Youth For Youth Grants
- Discussion of 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment
- Discussion of Commission Priorities and Next Steps
- Discussion of Hybrid Meeting Rules
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee will review previous criminal justice reforms in Dane County. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Community Restorative Court.
- Presentation on review of past criminal justice reforms in Dane County
- Presentation on the Community Restorative Court (CRC)
The committee reviewed past criminal justice reforms and the Community Restorative Court program. Members determined their primary interests are the Community Restorative Court and violence interdiction programming.
- Approved March 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Identified Community Restorative Court and violence interdiction as primary interests
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee has no official business scheduled for this meeting. Members may be present at a press conference, but the committee will not convene or conduct any official actions.
The committee did not convene or conduct any official business on April 19, 2023. The minutes state that members may have been present at a press conference, but no official actions were taken.
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Commission on Sensitive Crimes will hold a hybrid meeting to consider previous minutes and receive various updates. The agenda includes agency updates, CCR updates, and legislative announcements.
- Consideration of January 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Agency Updates
- CCR Updates
- Legislative Announcements/Updates
The commission approved the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, and the meeting consisted primarily of agency updates and reports.
- Approved January 17, 2023 minutes (5-0)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss the 2023 LWC Budget Recommendations and a proposed amendment to the Dane County Water Quality Plan. The committee will also consider the minutes from the March 14, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of 2023 LWC Budget Recommendations
- Amendment of the Dane County Water Quality Plan in the Waunakee Urban Service Area
- Review of March 14, 2023, Executive Committee minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. Members discussed upcoming budget recommendations and the Dane County Water Quality Plan amendment, with further action deferred to future meetings.
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will receive a presentation regarding dairy program updates and a report from the director. Members will also consider the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.
- Dairy Program Updates by Alison Pfau
- Director Report by Carrie Edgar
- Consideration of March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will meet to vote for a secretary and review protected class language in official documents. The meeting also includes a final report regarding an independent investigation of the Henry Vilas Zoo.
- Vote for Secretary 2023
- Review of protected class language in EOC Slideshow Authorities, Procedures, and Duties documents
- Final Report from Henry Vilas Zoo (HVZ) Independent Investigation from Judge Bailey-Rihn
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee is meeting to discuss community court efforts in Dane County. The agenda includes a presentation on the BJA Grant Overview and a group exercise regarding areas of need. The committee will also consider the minutes from the April 5, 2023, meeting.
- BJA Grant Overview presentation
- Discussion on community court efforts in Dane County
- Group exercise to identify areas of need
- Review of April 5, 2023, meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from April 5, 2023. Members reviewed a BJA grant overview and discussed the history of criminal justice reform in Dane County. A group exercise was conducted to identify resource needs for victims, offenders, and the community.
- Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee - Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee
The Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a Cultural and Historic Preservation Toolkit. Action items include electing officers, reviewing a project timeline, and approving public opinion surveys.
- Presentation of Cultural and Historic Preservation Toolkit
- Election of officers
- Review and approval of project timeline
- Review and approval of public opinion surveys for the general public and town officials
The Cultural Resource Planning Subcommittee elected its chair and vice-chair and approved a project timeline and meeting schedule. The body also authorized specific revisions to public opinion surveys and the creation of a survey for arts organizations.
- Elected Rick Bernstein as chair (unanimous voice vote)
- Elected Tim Yanacheck as vice-chair (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved project timeline and overall schedule (consensus)
- Established regular meetings for the second Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. (consensus)
- Authorized revisions to general public and town official surveys (consensus)
- Authorized development of a specialized survey for arts organizations (consensus)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair. The commission will also review 2024 RFP categories and scoring criteria, receive updates on HOME-ARP, and review expenditure reports.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- 2024 CDBG/HOME RFP Categories and Evaluation Scoring Criteria
- HOME-ARP Update
- CDBG/HOME Expended Funds Report
- CDBG-CV Expended Funds Report
The commission elected new leadership and approved the categories and evaluation scoring criteria for the 2024 CDBG/HOME Request for Proposals (RFP). Staff reported that the HUD Field Office approved the HOME-ARP Plan.
- Approved minutes of the March 28, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Elected Taylor Brown as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Jeremiah DeGollon as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 CDBG/HOME RFP categories and Evaluation Scoring Criteria (unanimous voice vote)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The By Youth For Youth Subcommittee will meet on April 17, 2023, in a hybrid format. The agenda includes consideration of minutes and preparations for an awards ceremony.
- Awards Ceremony Prep
The meeting was held on April 17, 2023. The minutes record no formal decisions, votes, or approved actions. The agenda included preparation for an awards ceremony.
Specialized Transportation Commission
The Specialized Transportation Commission will meet to discuss the 2024 Transportation Budget. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Madison Metro Redesign.
- Madison Metro Redesign presentation
- 2024 Transportation Budget discussion
The commission approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation on the Madison Metro Redesign and discussed funding for the 2024 transportation budget.
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The committee is reviewing final preparations for Grant Cycle 1, including panel review sessions and grant formulas. Action items include the review and approval of youth, capital, and short order grant requests.
- Review/approve March 8, 2023, commission minutes
- Review/approve youth grant requests/recommendations
- Review/approve capital grant requests/recommendations
- Review/approve short order grant requests/recommendations
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers will conduct the official count and review of votes cast in the April 4, 2023 Spring Election. This includes judicial races for various local jurisdictions and statewide and county referenda questions. The process concludes with the certification of election results to the County Clerk.
- Canvass of Justice of Supreme Court votes
- Canvass of Court of Appeals Judge, District 4 votes
- Canvass of multi-jurisdictional judicial votes for various towns and villages
- Review of statewide referenda questions #1 and #2
- Certification of election results to the County Clerk
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers will conduct a canvass of votes cast in the April 4, 2023 Spring Election. This includes judicial races for the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, as well as multi-jurisdictional judges. The board will also process statewide and county referenda questions before certifying results to the County Clerk.
- Canvass of votes for Justice of Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Judge, District 4
- Canvass of multi-jurisdictional judicial offices in various Dane County towns and villages
- Canvass of statewide referenda questions #1, #2, and #3
- Canvass of county referenda regarding redistricting and constitutional privacy rights
- Certification of election results to the County Clerk
The Board of Canvassers conducted the canvass of votes for the April 4, 2023 Spring Election, including judicial offices and referenda. The board decided to notify municipal boards that a ballot draw down may be required before the county certifies the election.
- Approved motion to notify Municipal Boards of Canvassers that a ballot draw down may be required before certification (unanimous)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is considering several resolutions regarding county contracts and grants. These include accepting state funds for health specialists and a prosecutor, as well as authorizing land purchases for parks and creek protection. The committee will also review agreements for airport services and bridge reconstruction.
- Grant funding for 2.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist positions
- Agreement with Destination Madison for airport visitor services
- Land purchase for Fish Lake County Park from the Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust
- Reconstruction of CTH KP bridge in the Village of Cross Plains
- Purchase of land on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including land purchases for parks and grant funding for health and safety. The committee also approved a bid waiver for airport baggage system upgrades and routine bills.
- Recommended approval of revoking Sheriff's authority to house federal detainees (3-2)
- Approved $335,000 bid waiver for Airport Baggage Handling Conveyor System controls upgrade (5-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC (5-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Fish Lake County Park from Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust (5-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement with Destination Madison for airport visitor services (5-0)
- Recommended approval of CTH KP bridge design and reconstruction in Cross Plains (5-0)
- Recommended approval of grant funding for 2.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist positions (5-0)
- Postponed resolution regarding new funds from State of Wisconsin DHS DCDHS-DAS Division (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will discuss Dane County legislative priorities and several fund transfers. The agenda also includes a strategic planning update from the Planning and Evaluation Manager.
- Discussion of Dane County Legislative Priorities
- Transferring Families Back to the Table 2023 contract from CYF to PEI Division
- Transferring UW Hospital 2023 Assessment Program from PEI to BH
- Accepting new funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services DCDHS - DAS Division
- Strategic Planning Update from Planning and Evaluation Manager Michele Dickinson
The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting. All other agenda items, including fund transfers, a resolution for state funds, and a strategic planning update, were postponed to April 27, 2023. The meeting was adjourned early due to technical issues with the Zoom link.
- Approved March 9, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Postponed fund transfers for Families Back to the Table and UW Hospital assessment programs
- Postponed RES-362 regarding new funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Postponed Strategic Planning Update from Michele Dickinson
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers will conduct the official count of votes cast in the April 4, 2023 Spring Election. This includes judicial races and various statewide and county referenda questions. The board will then certify these election results to the County Clerk.
- Canvass of votes for Justice of Supreme Court
- Canvass of votes for Court of Appeals Judge, District 4
- Canvass of multi-jurisdictional judicial races
- Statewide Referenda Questions #1 and #2
- County Referenda Question #1 regarding redistricting
The Board of Canvassers conducted the canvass of votes for the April 4, 2023 Spring Election, including judicial offices and statewide and county referenda. The board also approved minutes from February 27, 2023, and November 8, 2022.
- Approved February 27, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
- Approved November 8, 2022 General Election minutes (voice vote)
- Conducted canvass of votes for Justice of Supreme Court, Court of Appeals Judge District 4, and Multi-Jurisdictional Judges
- Conducted canvass of votes for Statewide Referenda Questions #1, #2, and #3
- Conducted canvass of votes for County Referenda Questions #1 and #2
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board will meet to consider previous minutes and conduct a public hearing. The Manager's report will include updates on ADRC operations, quorum, future speakers, and 2022 statistics.
- Public hearing
- Review of March 13, 2023, meeting minutes
- ADRC 2022 statistics report
The Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board approved the timing for an upcoming public hearing. The board also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2023 meeting.
- Approved March 13, 2023 ADRC Minutes (6-0)
- Approved holding the public hearing in September or October 2023 (8-0)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is meeting jointly with the Public Protection & Judiciary Committee. The agenda includes a resolution to amend the capital budget for the jail consolidation project and a resolution regarding general obligation bonds.
- Amending the capital budget for the Dane County Jail Consolidation Project (2022 RES-287)
- Amending the 2023 capital budget to authorize general obligation bonds not to exceed $10,155,000 (2023 RES-013)
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended approval for a resolution to fund the jail consolidation project and a resolution to authorize general obligation bonds. Both measures passed with a 3-2 voice vote.
- Recommended approval of Sub. 1 to 2022 RES-287 to fund the jail consolidation project (3-2)
- Recommended approval of 2023 RES-013 to authorize general obligation bonds not to exceed $10,155,000 (3-2)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Dane County Medical Advisory Subcommittee will meet to discuss several medical topics. Discussion items include Marburg Virus Disease, masking policy changes, and medication shortages.
- Marburg Virus Disease discussion
- Infection Control Handbook review
- Masking Policy Changes discussion
- Lucas Back Plate Placement in ED discussion
- Medication Shortages discussion
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Personnel & Finance Committee. The committees are considering amendments to the capital budget regarding a jail consolidation project and the authorization of general obligation bonds.
- Amending the capital budget for the Jail Consolidation Project (2022 RES-287)
- Amending the 2023 capital budget to authorize general obligation bonds not to exceed $10,155,000 (2023 RES-013)
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee approved a substitute amendment for a jail consolidation funding resolution and forwarded two resolutions regarding jail project funding without recommendation.
- Limited public comment to 3 minutes (Passed)
- Approved substituting 2022 RES-287 with the Schauer amendment (7-0; YGP: 1-0)
- Forwarded SUB 1 to 2022 RES-287 (jail consolidation funding) without recommendation (4-3; YGP: 1-0)
- Forwarded 2023 RES-013 (authorizing bonds up to $10,155,000 for jail consolidation) without recommendation (4-3; YGP: 1-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Park Commission
The Park Commission meeting consists of a mural unveiling and an open house at the Heritage Center. No official business will be conducted by the Commission during this time.
- Heritage Center Mural Unveiling & Meet the Artist Open House
- New 250 square foot mural featuring prairies, wetlands, and native species
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee will hold an election of officers. The meeting includes a presentation on community courts and the Center for Justice Innovation by Lindsey Price Jackson. Members will also address meeting scheduling and expectations.
- Election of officers
- Presentation on Community Courts and the Center for Justice Innovation
- Discussion regarding meeting scheduling and expectations
The subcommittee held its first meeting to discuss community court initiatives and establish a meeting schedule. Members elected co-chairs and reviewed presentations on the Center for Justice Innovation. No other substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved Pellebon and Ketcham as co-chairs (voice vote)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will review several resolutions regarding fund acceptances and grant applications. These items include scholarship funding, WIC program support, and violence intervention initiatives.
- Resolution #2023-12: Authorization to accept $2,500 in scholarship funding from the National Association of County and City Health Officials
- Resolution #2023-13: Authorization to accept additional funds from WI Department of Health Services for WIC programs
- Resolution #2023-14: Authorization to list PHMDC as a subgrantee for a University of Wisconsin virus sequencing project
- Resolution #2023-15: Authorization of grant application for the BJA FY 23 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative
- Resolution #2023-16: Authorization to accept funds from Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for equipment reimbursement
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The Community Court Advisory subcommittee will participate in a training session hosted by the Board of Supervisors Office regarding board committee expectations. No official actions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Training on board committee expectations
The subcommittee participated in a training session hosted by the Board of Supervisors Office regarding board committee expectations. No substantive actions were taken during this meeting.
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will review local homelessness statistics and system performance measures. The meeting also includes reports on men's shelter development and COVID-19 response updates.
- Presentation: Madison/Dane County homelessness by the numbers
- Presentation: HSC Gaps Analysis
- Report: Men's Shelter Development Updates
- Report: COVID-19 Response Updates
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. and adjourned at 5:35 p.m. due to a loss of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to consider minutes and prepare for an upcoming awards ceremony. The agenda includes a presentation and reports to the committee.
- Awards Ceremony Prep
The minutes for the April 3, 2023, meeting do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or approved actions. The document lists the attendance and agenda items, including Awards Ceremony Prep, but provides no outcomes.
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is considering several rezoning requests and conditional use permits across various towns. These items include residential lot creations, business expansions, and land-use changes for agricultural and industrial purposes.
- Rezone 11927: MPS Enterprises Inc, East of 615 Windmill Road, Town of Rutland
- Rezone 11931: Lindus Properties LLC, 4281 Acker Rd., Town of Burke
- CUP 02590: Lindus Properties LLC, 4281 Acker Rd., Town of Burke (salvage yard)
- CUP 02584: Joseph and Diane Ripp, South of 7839 Bonetti Road, Town of Dane
- CUP 02585: Casey and Melissa Helbach, 6993 Applewood Drive, Town of Middleton
The committee approved several zoning petitions and conditional use permits, including a horse boarding facility and a mineral extraction operation. Multiple petitions for short-term rentals and an auto salvage yard were postponed due to public opposition.
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11927 for two residential lots in Town of Rutland (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11930 and approved CUP 02588 for horse boarding in Town of Dunkirk (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11932 to increase two residential lot sizes in Town of Cross Plains (4-0)
- Approved CUP 02587 for mineral extraction in Town of Vienna (4-0)
- Approved CUP 02589 for contractor outdoor storage in Town of Cottage Grove (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11789 and approved CUP 02550 for a composting facility in Town of Medina (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11885 (Town of Oregon) and Rezone 11911 (Town of Burke) (4-0)
- Postponed CUPs 02585, 02586, 02590, and 02584 due to public opposition or lack of town action (4-0)
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will vote on the 2023 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes a presentation of the final report regarding an independent investigation from Henry Vilas Zoo.
- Election of 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
- Election of Secretary
- Vote for additional 2023 meeting dates
- Final Report from Henry Vilas Zoo (HVZ) regarding an independent investigation from Judge Bailey-Rihn
The Commission elected its leadership for 2023 and established a schedule of meeting dates through December. Members discussed an independent investigation report regarding the Henry Vilas Zoo and staff reports on equity plans.
- Elected Dana Pellebon as Chair (2-1)
- Elected Shia Fisher as Vice-Chair (3-0)
- Adopted minutes from 01-10-23 (voice vote)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates for April, May, June, July, August, September, November, and December
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report. The meeting includes consideration of a business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company and several financial reports.
- Public Hearing on the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)
- RLF business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company
- WWBIC Q4 2022 RLF loan report
- CDBG/HOME funding cycle presentation
- CDBG expenditure status reports
The Commission approved the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report. A loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company was postponed pending a formal underwriting report. Several other reports were deferred to the next meeting due to time constraints.
- Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (unanimous voice vote)
- Postponed RLF business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company (voice vote, Amegashie abstained)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission - Loan Review Team Subcommittee
The Loan Review Team Subcommittee will meet to consider a revolving loan fund business loan request. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the request from Seven Acres Dairy Company.
- Presentation of RLF loan request from Nic Mink, President, Seven Acres Dairy Company
- Action item: 2023 ACT-002 RLF business loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company
- Consideration of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
The Loan Review Team subcommittee declined a request for $240,000 in CDBG RLF funding for a redevelopment project in Paoli, WI. The team decided to leave the request for consideration at a later meeting after receiving input from Commissioner Brown.
- Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Denied $240,000 loan request from Seven Acres Dairy Company at this time (unanimous)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee will meet to discuss recruitment and retention data from the LaFollette Capstone Project. The committee will also discuss priority areas regarding equity in recruitment and retention.
- Discussion of LaFollette Capstone Project recruitment and retention data
- Discussion of ideas and priority areas regarding equity in recruitment and retention
The subcommittee reviewed data sets from the LaFollette Capstone Project and requested clarifications from Employee Relations regarding hiring lags and termination terminology. No formal actions were taken on recruitment or equity priority areas, which were moved to the April 28 meeting.
- Approved minutes from the 3-3-23 meeting (voice vote)
- Tabled discussion of Ideas and Priority Areas Regarding Equity in Recruitment and Retention to April 28
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will review the minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a report regarding the addition of community members to the council and a presentation on child-friendly visits at the Dane County Jail.
- Presentation: Child-friendly visits at the Dane County Jail
- Report: Update regarding the addition of community members on CJC
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will consider several resolutions regarding land acquisitions and service agreements. The agenda includes discussions on a wetland mitigation bank and presentations related to the Badger Mill Creek Project.
- Addendums to purchase of services agreements with Operation Fresh Start Inc for 2023 Conservation Crews
- Purchase of land on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC
- Purchase of land for Fish Lake County Park from the Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust
- Memorandum of Understanding with WI Department of Natural Resources for an agricultural wetland mitigation bank in Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area
- Badger Mill Creek Project PLUS Overview presentation
The committee recommended approval for two land acquisitions and two service agreements. It also received presentations regarding the Badger Mill Creek Project PLUS and its impact on stream biology.
- Approved minutes from March 8, 2023 (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Approved minutes from March 9, 2023 (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of addendums for 2023 Conservation Crews with Operation Fresh Start Inc (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Fish Lake County Park from the Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of MOU with WI Department of Natural Resources for agricultural wetland mitigation bank in Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Tabled action on Dane County Legislative Agenda to a future meeting
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will meet to consider meeting minutes and fund transfers. The committee will also review reports regarding approved cost-share contracts and payments.
- Consideration of March 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Report on approved cost-share contracts since January 19, 2023
- Report on approved payments since January 1, 2023
The committee approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. Staff presented reports on cost-share contracts and payments processed between January and March 2023. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Park Commission
The commission will review referrals for land acquisitions on Black Earth Creek and at Fish Lake County Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding service agreements for conservation crews and a memorandum of understanding with the Wisconsin DNR.
- Service agreement addendums with Operation Fresh Start Inc for 2023 Conservation Crews
- Land purchase on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC
- Land purchase for Fish Lake County Park from the Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust
- Memorandum of Understanding with WI DNR for a wetland mitigation bank in Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area
- Property stabilization report for Schumacher Farm County Park
The Park Commission recommended approval for land purchases on Black Earth Creek and for Fish Lake County Park. The commission also recommended approval for a wetland mitigation bank agreement and conservation crew service addendums.
- Recommended approval of addendums for 2023 conservation crews with Operation Fresh Start Inc (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase on Black Earth Creek from SRR Properties, LLC (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase for Fish Lake County Park from Clayton P. Ganser Revocable Living Trust (3-1, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of MOU with WI DNR for agricultural wetland mitigation bank in Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, YGP 1-0)
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will discuss 2024 budget asks and advocacy for federal and state programs. They will also consider a recommendation to appoint Deana Zentner to fill a committee vacancy.
- Discussion of 2024 Budget Asks/Advocacy
- Action item regarding advocacy for federal and state budget items
- Recommendation to appoint Deana Zentner to the committee
- Review of the 2023 Advocacy Day flyer
The committee approved the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the 2024 budget process and potential advocacy letters for state funding of Adult Protective Services and ADRC.
- Approved March 1, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 11 am (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Specialized Transportation Commission
The commission will review the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding Sun Prairie Metro bus routes and a discussion regarding an article about accessible taxi rides.
- Presentation: Sun Prairie Metro Bus Routes by Alexander Brown
- Discussion: Capital Times article on accessible taxis
The commission approved the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting. The session included a presentation on Sun Prairie Metro Bus Routes and a discussion regarding a Capital Times article on accessible taxis.
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
Food Council
The Food Council will review the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study. The agenda includes reports from various work groups and staff members regarding food access and regional agriculture.
- Dane County Pandemic Food System Study presentation by Sift Consulting
- Action item: Dane County Pandemic Food System Study Report
- Discussion of 2023 PIE Food Project grant
- Reports from Food Access, Relief & Economic Support work group
- Reports from Food Plan work group
The Food Council approved the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study Report. The council also voted to transition two of its work groups into independent community coalitions.
- Approved March 3, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Approved Dane County Pandemic Food System Study Report (9-0)
- Approved changing Regional Agriculture & Food Sovereignty work group to a community coalition (9-0)
- Approved changing Food Plan work group to a community coalition (9-0)
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
This meeting consists of procedural items and general reports. The commission will consider minutes from January 17, 2023, and receive agency and legislative updates.
- Consideration of January 17, 2023 minutes
- Agency updates
- CCR updates
- Legislative announcements/updates
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions regarding airport services, land easements, and infrastructure projects. Items include bridge design, professional service agreements, and building window replacements.
- Agreement with Destination Madison for visitor information at Dane County Regional Airport
- Easement involving 400 square feet of land at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Design and reconstruction of CTH KP bridge in the Village of Cross Plains
- Amendment to professional service agreement with Wold Architects and Engineers for a new public safety communications facility
- Contract award for window replacements at the City-County Building
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended approval for multiple resolutions including airport services, a bridge reconstruction in Cross Plains, and building repairs. The committee also approved several legislative agenda amendments regarding waste, fuel, and transit.
- Recommended agreement for visitor services at Dane County Regional Airport (6-0)
- Recommended 400 sq ft easement at Dane County Regional Airport (6-0)
- Recommended design and reconstruction of CTH KP bridge in Cross Plains (6-0)
- Recommended professional service agreement amendment for public safety communications facility (6-0)
- Recommended contract for window replacement at City-County Building (6-0)
- Recommended legislative agenda amendments for Waste & Renewables (6-0)
- Recommended legislative agenda amendment for Airport unleaded fuel (6-0)
- Recommended amendments for Regional Transit Funds, autonomous taxi taxes, and building accessibility (5-1, 6-0, 6-0)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will review the minutes from the February 21, 2023, meeting. The agenda also includes a director's report and a presentation regarding climate change and public participation initiatives.
- Presentation on Climate Change & Public Participation Initiatives
- Review of February 21, 2023, meeting minutes
- Director Report from Carrie Edgar
The committee approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. The session included a staffing update from Director Carrie Edgar and a presentation on climate change and public participation initiatives by Sharon Lezberg.
- Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Tree Board
The Dane County Tree Board will discuss the 2023 annual work plan and future options for the board. Action items include reviewing budget proposals and planning for Arbor Day.
- Recommendations for board vacancies
- Review of 2023 Annual Work Plan
- Budget proposals
- Arbor Day planning
- Decisions on virtual or in-person meeting formats
The Tree Board approved funding for student workers to locate and measure Heritage Trees and a conditional payment for an Arbor Day tree. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and confirmed the current Chair.
- Approved $1,700 for State Cartographer’s office to hire students for Heritage Tree Project (unanimous)
- Approved $232.62 for City of Madison for an Arbor Day tree if county stock is unavailable
- Approved February 21, 2023 minutes (4-0)
- Approved that Wyatt continue meeting as Chair (3-0)
Tree Board Policy Work Group
The Tree Board Policy Work Group is meeting to discuss tree preservation and planting policy ideas. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan and the Dane County Land and Water Management Plan.
- Tree preservation/Planting Policy Ideas
- Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan
- Dane County Land and Water Management Plan
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider resolutions regarding the Sheriff's authority to house federal detainees and the acceptance of grant funds for a prosecutor and drug control. Members will also discuss procedures related to personal property during evictions.
- Revoking the Sheriff’s authority to house federal detainees in the Dane County Jail
- Acceptance of grant funds for a specialized resource prosecutor position
- Authorization of drug control grant funding from Milwaukee HIDTA
- Establishment of donation revenue and expenditure accounts for the Sheriff's Office
- Discussion on policies regarding personal property during evictions
The committee recommended approval for several resolutions, including the revocation of the Sheriff's authority to house federal detainees. Other approved recommendations include grant funding for a specialized resource prosecutor and drug trafficking enforcement. The committee also discussed potential additions to the 2021-2023 Legislative Agenda.
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-393 to revoke Sheriff's authority to house federal detainees (4-1)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-378 for grant funds for 1.0 FTE Specialized Resource Prosecutor (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-388 to establish Sheriff's Office community support donation accounts (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-390 for HIDTA grant G23ML0014A (5-0)
- Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to consider previous minutes and hear a funding recommendation presentation. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on items not listed on the agenda.
- Funding Recommendation Presentation
The minutes record a hybrid meeting of the subcommittee. No substantive decisions, votes, or specific outcomes were documented in the record.
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The subcommittee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review the January 20, 2023 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation by the Madison Police Department's Mental Health Unit and reports regarding the Crisis Triage Center.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Madison Police Department's Mental Health Unit presentation
- Discussion of Intercept 3 Jail/Courts
- Update on the Crisis Triage Center
The Community Justice Council Behavioral Health Subcommittee elected its leadership and approved the January 20, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on the Madison Police Department's Mental Health Unit and the development of the Crisis Triage Center at the Ferris Center.
- Elected Susan Crawford as Chair (7-0)
- Elected Jonathan Triggs as Vice-Chair (7-0)
- Approved January 20, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Food Council Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group
The Dane County Food Council and Madison Food Policy Council will hold a joint meeting. The group will discuss local market development, land for cultivation, and the City Farmland Preservation Task Force. They will also address the City of Madison chicken ordinance.
- City of Madison chicken ordinance (Leg File #75678)
- Local market development discussion
- Land for cultivation discussion
- City Farmland Preservation Task Force discussion
- Consideration of February 17, 2023 minutes
The Food Council Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group approved the minutes from February 17, 2023. The group discussed local market development, land cultivation reports, and a proposed recommendation for the City of Madison chicken ordinance.
- Approved February 17, 2023 minutes (3-0)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet in person at the City-County Building. The agenda includes the introduction of members and an appeal by Brenda Ziegler.
- Introduction of Members
- Brenda Ziegler - Appeal
County Board
The County Board is reviewing several items including affordable housing agreements in Madison, law enforcement training center expansion, and road design contracts. The meeting also includes various recognition resolutions and the review of denied claims.
- Affordable housing project at 7601 Mineral Point Road (Contract #15035)
- Affordable housing project at 4649 Verona Road (Contract #15036)
- Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center expansion (Contract #15027)
- CTH M design contract addendum from Oncken Road to Blue Bill Park Drive (Contract #14090D)
- Agreement to house relocated Dane County jail residents at Oneida County Jail (Contract #15023)
The County Board approved seven zoning petitions and agreements for two affordable housing projects in the City of Madison. The board also authorized agreements to house relocated jail residents in Oneida, Rock, and Iowa counties. Additionally, an ordinance regarding virtual attendance for board and committee meetings was adopted.
- Approved affordable housing projects at 7601 Mineral Point Road and 4649 Verona Road
- Authorized housing relocated jail residents at Oneida, Rock, and Iowa County jails
- Adopted ordinance establishing setbacks for communication towers
- Approved 7 zoning petitions across Springdale, Rutland, Deerfield, Cottage Grove, and Montrose
- Adopted ordinance regarding virtual attendance for board and committee meetings (23-4)
- Approved settlement of opioid-related claims against manufacturers and retailers
- Denied 8 individual claims (Baker, Corona, Fleming, Howard, May, Shumway, Sigletary, Springen)
- Approved resolution supporting bargaining between OPEIU Local 39 and Cuna Mutual Group (24-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
County Board
The Committee of the Whole will hold an introduction regarding the relationship between the County Board and the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC) & MPO. No public testimony will be taken at this meeting.
- Introduction to CARPC & MPO relationship to County Board work
The meeting consisted of a roll call and a presentation regarding the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC) and MPO. No legislative actions were taken or voted upon. The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 pm.
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee
The Employee-Management Insurance Advisory Committee will meet to consider previous minutes and receive a presentation. The meeting includes a discussion regarding Dean Health, specifically concerning ER/Balance Billing and un-contracted ambulance providers.
- Presentation: Dean Health - ER/Balance Billing & Un-Contracted Ambulance Providers
The committee approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022 meeting. No other action items were decided. Representatives from Dean Health and SSM Health provided presentations on billing, surgery approvals, and primary care access.
- Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Food Council Food Plan Work Group
The Food Council Food Plan Work Group will discuss several items regarding the regional food system. Topics include a food rescue assessment and the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study. The group will also address USDA grant opportunities and federal appropriations requests.
- Food Rescue Assessment discussion
- Dane County Pandemic Food System Study discussion
- 2023 USDA Regional Food System Partnership (RFSP) grant discussion
- WI Food Systems, Inc. federal appropriations request discussion
The work group approved the minutes from the February 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a food rescue assessment, a pending pandemic food system study, and a $5 million federal appropriations request for a food distribution hub.
- Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The Dane County EMS Commission will hold a discussion regarding the DCSO Mental Health Response Team. The commission is also scheduled to consider the minutes from the January 2023 meeting.
- Discussion regarding the DCSO Mental Health Response Team
- Consideration of January 2023 meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the January 2023 meeting. Members discussed the DCSO Mental Health Response team's operations and received a report on active shooter training and a state grant for a UTV.
- Approved January 2023 minutes
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is reviewing several conditional use permit applications. These include a request for expanded mineral extraction in the Town of Rutland and a new communication tower in the Town of Dunn.
- CUP 02582: Expansion of non-metallic mineral extraction by K&D Stone LLC near West of 430 Center Road, Town of Rutland
- CUP 02583: 174' monopole communication tower proposed by Arif M Khan & Sadia Arif at 3486 County Road MN, Town of Dunn
- 2022 LD-017 Final Plat: Glacier's Trail in the Town of Middleton
- CUP #2578: Discussion regarding a 195' self-support communication tower at 1576 Spring Road, Town of Dunkirk
The committee approved a conditional use permit for a non-metallic mineral extraction expansion and the final plat for Glacier's Trail Subdivision. Action on a communication tower permit was postponed, and a previous tower permit was slated for reconsideration. A new Cultural Resource Planning Guide Subcommittee was also established.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit #2582 for K&D Stone LLC mineral extraction expansion (4-0-1)
- Postponed action on CUP #2583 for a 174' monopole communication tower until March 28th (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Glacier's Trail Subdivision Plan with conditions (5-0)
- Voted to reconsider approval of CUP #2578 for a 195' communication tower on April 25, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved creation of ZLR Cultural Resource Planning Guide Subcommittee (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the February 28, 2023 meeting (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Lakes & Watershed Commission Executive Committee will meet to consider minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes reviewing a presentation schedule and discussing commission appointments.
- Review of presentation schedule
- Commission appointments
- Consideration of February 8, 2023 minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the presentation schedule and commission appointment term end dates.
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board is reviewing resolutions to accept grant funds from state, federal, and university sources. These include funding for WIC, COVID-19 vaccination efforts, and maternal health projects. A presentation on communicable diseases is also scheduled.
- Grant for two disease intervention specialist positions
- Contract with Roots4Change for Jardin de Espacios project
- Additional funds for the WIC program
- Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funds
- FEMA grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination efforts
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural items and committee reports. No specific action items, projects, or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Consideration of minutes (2022 MIN-613)
- Report to committee (2022 RPT-764)
The Commission approved the 2022 end-of-year budget highlights report. The meeting included updates on facility upgrades, event scheduling, and animal acquisitions. No other action items were addressed.
- Approved 2022 end-of-year budget highlights (Resolution approved)
- Approved minutes from 2022 MIN-613 (Voice vote)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing several resolutions including law enforcement training, affordable housing projects, and infrastructure updates. Items range from personnel reclassifications to grant acceptances for natural resources.
- Expansion of the Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center (2022 RES-338)
- Addendum #4 for CTH M design from Oncken Road to Blue Bill Park Drive (2022 RES-340)
- Affordable housing project agreements at 7601 Mineral Point Road and 4649 Verona Road
- Replacement of snowmobile trail bridge and crossing via DNR grants (2022 RES-346)
- Agreement to house relocated Dane County jail residents at Oneida County Jail (2022 RES-349)
The committee recommended approval for several resolutions, including agreements to house jail residents in Oneida, Rock, and Iowa counties. It also recommended approval for affordable housing projects and various grant acceptances. All motions passed with 4-0 voice votes.
- Recommended approval of agreements to house jail residents at Oneida, Rock, and Iowa County jails (4-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing projects at 7601 Mineral Point Road and 4649 Verona Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of opioid-related claims settlement against manufacturers and retailers (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Law Enforcement Training Center expansion (4-0)
- Recommended approval of police service contract with the Town of Oregon (4-0)
- Approved Human Services Contract Addendums for Avenues to Community, Family Support & Resource Center, and Dungarvin Wisconsin (4-0)
- Approved Bills & Accounts for March 13, 2023 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of ordinance regarding lodging for county employees performing essential services (4-0)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board will meet to consider previous minutes and hear a presentation. The agenda includes a presentation by DCDHS Interim Director Astra Iheukumere.
- Presentation by DCDHS Interim Director, Astra Iheukumere
- Consideration of the February 13, 2023, ADRC Board minutes
The board approved the minutes from the February 13, 2023 meeting. No other action items were decided during the session.
- Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to consider minutes and conduct a presentation rehearsal regarding funding recommendations. The meeting includes provisions for public comment both in person and virtually.
- Funding Recommendation Presentation Prep & Rehearsal
The subcommittee met to prepare and rehearse a funding recommendation presentation. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Dane County Medical Advisory Subcommittee will meet to consider the February 2023 minutes and discuss a UW position statement. The meeting includes provisions for public comment both in person and virtually.
- Consideration of February 2023 minutes
- Discussion of UW Position Statement
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding community services. Items include affordable housing agreements, a social worker reclassification, and funding recommendations.
- Reclassification of a social worker to Child Protective Services Access Supervisor
- Acceptance of additional revenue for the Dane County Youth Assessment
- Affordable housing project agreement at 7601 Mineral Point Road, Madison
- Affordable housing project agreement at 4649 Verona Road, Madison
- 2023 Annual Action Plan funding recommendations
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended approval for affordable housing projects at 7601 Mineral Point Road and 4649 Verona Road. The committee also recommended that Badger Prairie Health Care Center revert its nurses' vacation policy to a previous version. One resolution regarding a social worker reclassification was postponed indefinitely.
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 7601 Mineral Point Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 4649 Verona Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 Annual Action Plan funding recommendations (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2021 Action Plan amendment to HUD (4-0)
- Recommended approval of additional revenue for Dane County Youth Assessment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Dungarvin Wisconsin Contract Addendum (5-0)
- Postponed indefinitely reclassification of a social worker to CPS Access Supervisor (4-0)
- Recommended Badger Prairie Health Care Center return nurses vacation policy to prior version
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes & Watershed Commission will meet jointly with the Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee and the Land Conservation Committee. The meeting includes presentations of the Lake Levels Quarterly Report and the PFAS quarterly report.
- Lake Levels Quarterly Report presentation
- PFAS quarterly report presentation
The Commission approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. The session primarily consisted of quarterly reports on lake levels and PFAS, with no other substantive decisions made.
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will meet jointly with the Land Conservation Committee and the Lakes & Watershed Commission. The meeting includes presentations regarding lake levels and PFAS.
- Lake Levels Quarterly Report presentation
- PFAS quarterly report presentation
- Accepting State of Wisconsin DNR Surface Water AIS planning grants (2022 RES-361)
The committee recommended for approval a resolution to accept State of Wisconsin DNR surface water AIS planning grants. Members also received quarterly reports on lake levels and PFAS.
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of RES-361 to accept State of Wisconsin DNR surface water AIS planning grants (4-0, YGP 1-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will meet jointly with the Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee and the Lakes & Watershed Commission. The meeting includes presentations of the Lake Levels Quarterly Report and the PFAS quarterly report.
- Lake Levels Quarterly Report presentation
- PFAS Quarterly Report presentation
The committee approved the minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting. The session included quarterly reports on lake levels and PFAS, with no other substantive decisions recorded.
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (MC 5-0, YGP 1-0)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider several referrals including an ordinance amendment regarding virtual meeting attendance. The committee will also review a resolution for union bargaining and a request for travel to Germany.
- Amendment to Chapter 7 of the Dane County Code regarding virtual attendance during meetings
- Resolution supporting bargaining between OPEIU Local 39 and Cuna Mutual Group
- Resolution authorizing travel outside the continental United States to Kassel, Germany
The committee recommended approval of an ordinance amendment regarding virtual attendance at meetings and a resolution supporting labor bargaining. It also recommended approval for travel to Kassel, Germany.
- Recommended approval of 2022 OA-063 (virtual attendance) as amended (6-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-371 (OPEIU Local 39 and CUNA Mutual Group bargaining) as amended (5-0-1)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-376 (travel to Kassel, Germany) (6-0)
- Approved minutes of the 3-2-23 meeting (voice vote)
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review several resolutions including grant acceptances for trail infrastructure. The meeting also includes a planning update regarding the Wisconsin River bridge.
- Acceptance of WI Department of Natural Resources grants to replace snowmobile trail bridge & crossing
- Acceptance of National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant sub-award from Ice Age Trail Alliance
- Award of contract for Token Creek roof replacements
- Planning update on the Wisconsin River bridge and Walking Iron State Trail
The Park Commission recommended approval for two grants regarding snowmobile trail infrastructure and the Ice Age Trail Alliance. The commission also recommended approval for a contract to replace roofs at Token Creek. Additionally, staff provided a planning update on the Wisconsin River bridge and Walking Iron State Trail.
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of DNR grants to replace snowmobile trail bridge and crossing (7-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant sub-award from Ice Age Trail Alliance (7-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Token Creek roof replacements (7-0, YGP 1-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission will meet to review previous meeting minutes and consider approving the Cycle 1 2023 grant dollars budget for distribution. The meeting also includes a presentation by Susan Gardels from the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras.
- Approve Cycle 1 2023 Grant Dollars Budget for Distribution
- Presentation: Susan Gardels, Director of Development and Communication, Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras
The Commission approved the distribution of $95,000 for Cycle 1 2023 grants and allocated an additional $20,000 for youth equity in the arts. Members also discussed strategic event attendance and the potential formation of a nonprofit friends group.
- Approved distributing $95,000 of the 2023 grant budget in cycle 1 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved allocation of $20,000 to the 2023 Cycle 1 budget for Youth Equity in the Arts (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved February Commission minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The committee is reviewing past resolutions and reports regarding the Dane County jail and criminal justice system. Discussions include investigations into racial disparities and mental health challenges.
- Presentation of past resolutions regarding racial disparities and mental health in the Dane County jail (2015 RPT-450)
- Review of resolution 2020 RES-177 regarding population assessed cash bail in Dane County Circuit Court
- Review of resolution 2020 RES-180 regarding a triage and restoration center and a community justice center
The committee discussed the scope of its actions and reviewed past resolutions and reports to determine future recommendations. Members identified several potential areas for further investigation, including the expansion of restorative courts and emergency response services.
- Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will meet to consider a resolution for visitor information services and an easement involving airport land. The meeting also includes consideration of the January 11, 2023, minutes.
- Agreement with Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc. (dba Destination Madison) for visitor information services
- Granting a 400 square foot easement involving land at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Approval of mileage and per diem for Commission members
The Airport Commission recommended two resolutions for approval regarding visitor information services and a land easement. The commission also approved mileage and per diem for members attending the meeting.
- Recommended approval of agreement with Destination Madison for visitor information services (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 400 square foot land easement for Anderson and Grimm (5-0)
- Approved mileage and per diem for members attending the March 8 meeting (5-0)
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Environmental, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee. The agenda includes a presentation regarding bioremediation of perfluoroalkyl substances by ORIN Technologies.
- Presentation: Bioremediation of Perfluoroalkyl Substances - ORIN Technologies
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Airport Commission. The agenda includes a presentation regarding bioremediation of perfluoroalkyl substances by ORIN Technologies.
- Presentation: Bioremediation of Perfluoroalkyl Substances - ORIN Technologies
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee held a joint meeting with the Airport Commission. The session consisted of a presentation on the bioremediation of Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) at the Dane County Regional Airport. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded.
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is reviewing several budget amendments, including funding for jail consolidation and courtroom equipment. The committee will also consider a police service contract with the Town of Oregon and various individual claims.
- Amending capital budget for the Jail Consolidation Project
- Installation of digital audio recording equipment in the Public Safety Building courtroom
- Police service contract with the Town of Oregon
- Acceptance of grant funds for Public Safety Communications from Wisconsin Office of Emergency Communications
- Acceptance of Public Health Madison Dane County Roadmap to Reducing Violence grant funds
The committee recommended approval for digital audio recording equipment, a police service contract with the Town of Oregon, and two grant fund acceptances. A resolution regarding jail consolidation funding was postponed to April 10, 2023. Eight individual claims were recommended for denial.
- Postponed 2022 RES-287 jail consolidation funding to April 10, 2023 (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-356 for courtroom digital audio recording equipment (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-359 police service contract with Town of Oregon (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-364 grant funds for Public Safety Communications (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-369 grant funds for District Attorney's Crime Response Program (7-0)
- Recommended denial of claims 2022 CL-032 through 2022 CL-039 (7-0 each)
- Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several contract awards and change orders. Items include information management cooling equipment, roof replacements at Token Creek, and remodeling work at 2982 Kapek Road.
- Award of contract for information management cooling equipment replacement
- Award of contract for Token Creek roof replacements
- Contract change order #28 for U.S. Vet General Contracting, LLC (Sheriff’s Office Southeast Precinct)
- Contract change order #39 for Emergency Mgmt Bldg facility remodel at 2982 Kapek Road
- Contract change order #2 for new radio tower at 2982 Kapek Road
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended three resolutions for approval regarding equipment and facility contracts. The committee also approved two contract change orders for projects at 2982 Kapec Road.
- Recommended approval of contract for information management cooling equipment replacement (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Token Creek roof replacements (7-0)
- Recommended approval of change order #28 for Sheriff’s Office Southeast Precinct remodel and addition (7-0)
- Approved change order #39 for Emergency Mgmt Bldg facility remodel at 2982 Kapec Road (7-0)
- Approved change order #2 for new radio tower at 2982 Kapec Road (7-0)
- Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will review committee descriptions, legislative agendas, and various committee reports. The meeting includes the introduction of Cleveland James to the board and updates on housing and age discrimination.
- Update to AAA Nutrition/Wellness Committee Description
- Update to AAA Legislative/Advocacy Committee Description
- Discussion of Dane County Legislative Agenda
- Introduction of Cleveland James to the Board
- 2022 Leck Grant Reports
The Area Agency on Aging Board approved updates to the Nutrition/Wellness and Legislative/Advocacy committee descriptions. The board also approved legislative recommendations to be proposed to the Health & Human Needs Committee on April 10, 2023.
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved AAA Nutrition/Wellness Committee Description update (7-0)
- Approved AAA Legislative/Advocacy Committee Description update (7-0)
- Approved legislative recommendations for the Health & Human Needs Committee (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will meet to consider minutes and conduct a funding recommendation vote. The agenda includes presentations and reports to the committee.
- Funding Recommendation Vote for Submitted Grant Applications
The By Youth For Youth Subcommittee voted on funding recommendations for submitted grant applications. The committee recommended 13 proposals for approval and 21 proposals for denial.
- Recommended approval of Proposals 3, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 22, 26, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34 (15-0)
- Recommended denial of Proposals 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17, 18, 21, 23, 24, 25, 2, 28, 31 (15-0)
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will receive updates on a trauma-informed design assessment for the 1904 Bartillon shelter. The committee will also consider action items to repeal specific sections of the Madison General Ordinances to combine several committees.
- New Men’s Shelter trauma-informed design assessment and development updates for 1904 Bartillon
- Proposal to repeal Sections 32.03 and 33.34 and amend Section 33.09(3) of the Madison General Ordinances to combine committees
The committee reviewed a trauma-informed design assessment for the 1904 Bartillon Men’s shelter. A proposal to combine the City-County Homeless Issues, Landlord and Tenant Issues, and Housing Strategy committees was placed on file without prejudice.
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Placed proposal to combine City-County Homeless Issues, Landlord and Tenant Issues, and Housing Strategy committees on file without prejudice (7-2)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The committee will review upcoming discussion topics and prepare for Grant Cycle 1. This includes reviewing the number and dollar amounts of capital grant and short order requests, as well as reviewing grant panel details. The meeting also includes an update on Friends of Dane Arts.
- Review of February 8, 2023, commission minutes
- Preparation for Grant Cycle 1, including review of capital grant and short order requests
- Review of grant review panels and budget
- Friends of Dane Arts update
The committee recommended allocating $95,000 to the 2023 Cycle 1 grant budget and an additional $20,000 from the youth equity arts fund. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings and established the review panel schedule for upcoming grant applications.
- Recommended $95,000 allocation to 2023 Cycle 1 grant budget (Unanimous)
- Recommended $20,000 allocation from youth equity arts fund to 2023 Cycle 1 grant budget (Unanimous)
- Approved February 2023 Executive Committee minutes as amended (Unanimous)
- Recommended February 8, 2023, commission minutes for full commission approval (Unanimous)
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will introduce members and discuss specific items from a 2016 Equity in Recruitment Assessment. The Employee Relations Division is also scheduled to present on the Dane County employee recruitment process.
- Discussion of 2016 Equity in Recruitment Assessment items
- Presentation on Dane County Employee Recruitment Process by the Employee Relations Division
- Review of January 27, 2023, meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the January 27, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the 2016 Equity in Recruitment and Retention Report and received a presentation on the county's recruitment process. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved January 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
County Board
The Dane County Board is reviewing several items on its consent calendar, including ordinance amendments and various county contracts. These include agreements for affordable housing at Tribeca Drive in Middleton and land use changes at the regional airport.
- Affordable housing agreements for 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive in Middleton
- Ordinance amendment regarding conditional use permit appeals
- Rescinding the prohibition against travel to certain states
- Temporary limited easement involving land at Dane County Regional Airport
- Contract award for sustainability campus development assistance
The County Board approved agreements for two affordable housing projects in Middleton and authorized general obligation bonds for an emergency management building remodel. The board also passed several ordinances updating civil service rules and housing initiatives.
- Approved affordable housing projects at 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive (voice vote)
- Approved general obligation bonds for emergency management building remodel (32-1)
- Adopted ordinance updating the civil service ordinance (voice vote)
- Adopted ordinance providing notice of housing initiatives (voice vote)
- Approved purchase of land for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park (voice vote)
- Approved purchase of 3666 County Highway AB in Town of Cottage Grove (voice vote)
- Adopted ordinance regarding off-premise rental car operation fees (voice vote)
- Approved budget amendment to expand access to veterans services (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Library Board will review the January expenditure and finance report. The agenda includes proposed revisions to library standards and a presentation by Project READY.
- Proposed revisions to Dane County Library Standards
- January expenditure/finance report
- Project READY presentation
- 2022 Annual Report to Department of Public Instruction
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review an initial report from AECOM regarding broadband coverage and costs broken down by municipality. The group will also discuss topics for future presenters at upcoming meetings.
- AECOM report on broadband coverage and municipal cost breakdowns
- Review of February 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding future task force meeting topics and presenters
The Task Force received a presentation from AECOM regarding broadband mapping and costs broken down by municipality. The presented data was described as a worst-case scenario requiring further review. No other substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Executive Committee
The committee will consider meeting minutes from January 19, 2023. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the 2020 redistricting process post-mortem.
- Review of January 19, 2023, meeting minutes
- Presentation on the 2020 redistricting process post-mortem
The committee approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. Members also received a presentation regarding the 2020 redistricting process post-mortem. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved minutes of the 1-19-23 Executive Committee meeting (voice vote)
CJC-Community Court Advisory Subcommittee
The Community Court Advisory subcommittee will attend a training webinar hosted by the Center for Justice Innovation. No official actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.
- Training webinar hosted by the Center for Justice Innovation
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The committee will review its description and discuss advocacy for federal and state programs. A presentation will cover ADRC call types and the implications of public health unwinding on older adults.
- Review of AAA Legislative/Advocacy Committee Description
- Advocacy supporting Federal & State Programs
- ADRC Update on types of calls received and Implications of Public Health Unwinding
- Reports from Wisconsin Senior Advocates, ADRC Governing Board, and Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network
Food Council
The Dane County Food Council will review minutes from January 25, 2023. The meeting includes reports from several food-related work groups and a discussion regarding the 2023 PIE Food Project grant.
- Discussion of 2023 PIE Food Project grant
- Reports from Food Access, Relief & Economic Support work group
- Reports from Food Plan work group
- Reports from Regional Agriculture & Food Sovereignty work group
- Staff reports from City of Madison and Public Health Madison & Dane County
The Food Council approved the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting. After an initial vote to shift work groups out of the subcommittee structure, the council subsequently voted to postpone that action item indefinitely.
- Approved January 25, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Approved shifting work groups out of subcommittee structure (7-0)
- Postponed work group action item indefinitely (6-0)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Dane County Personnel & Finance Committee is considering an amendment to the Civil Service Ordinance. The committee will also discuss recommendations for policy guidance regarding the Employee Benefits Handbook.
- Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Dane County Code of Ordinances (Civil Service Ordinance)
- Discussion on policy guidance for amendments to the Employee Benefits Handbook
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended approval of an amendment to the county's civil service ordinance. The committee also recommended policy changes for the Employee Benefits Handbook for further consideration during meet and confer.
- Recommended approval of Sub. 1 to 2022 OA-059 to update the civil service ordinance (voice vote)
- Recommended policy changes for Employee Benefits Handbook provisions (2022 ACT-333) to the division for meet and confer (voice vote)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The committee will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and conditional use permits across various towns. Members will also consider an ordinance amendment to establish setbacks for communication towers.
- Ordinance amendment establishing setbacks for communication towers
- Rezoning request for a 174-foot monopole tower in the Town of Dunn
- Rezoning 788 Holy Cross Way, Town of Burke, to allow a storage facility
- Conditional use permit for horse boarding in the Town of Albion
- Expansion of mineral extraction at 430 Center Road, Town of Rutland
The committee recommended approval of an ordinance establishing setbacks for communication towers. Several residential rezoning petitions were recommended for approval, while a personal storage facility and a communication tower permit were postponed. A conditional use permit for horse boarding was approved with 23 conditions.
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022 OA-057 establishing communication tower setbacks (5-0)
- Approved CUP 02580 for horse boarding at 272 Edgerton Road with 23 conditions (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11922 at 4002 STH 73 with conditions (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11924 at 3881 Vilas Hope Rd with one condition (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11925 south of 493 Edgehill Lane (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11926 at 4343 and 4345 Vilas Rd (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11910 at 2631 County Highway J (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezone 11912 at 1343 Starr School Rd with conditions (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider a proposed settlement regarding opioid-related claims against manufacturers and retailers. It will also review agreements to house relocated Dane County jail residents in Oneida, Rock, and Iowa counties. Additionally, officials will present on policies for managing personal property during the eviction process.
- Proposed settlement of opioid-related claims (2022 RES-355)
- Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center expansion (2022 RES-338)
- Agreements to house relocated jail residents in Oneida, Rock, and Iowa counties
- Presentation on managing personal property during the eviction process
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee recommended approval for three agreements to house relocated jail residents in Oneida, Rock, and Iowa counties. The committee also recommended approval for an opioid-related claims settlement and a law enforcement training center expansion.
- Approved February 7, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of opioid-related claims settlement 2022 RES-355 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Law Enforcement Training Center expansion 2022 RES-338 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement to house jail residents at Oneida County Jail 2022 RES-349 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement to house jail residents at Rock County Jail 2022 RES-350 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of agreement to house jail residents at Iowa County Jail 2022 RES-351 (6-0)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will review several resolutions regarding county infrastructure and contracts. This includes the expansion of the Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center and a design contract for CTH M. The agenda also covers electrical upgrades at the Alliant Energy Center and personnel reclassifications.
- Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center expansion (2022 RES-338)
- Design contract addendum for CTH M from Oncken Road to Blue Bill Park Drive (2022 RES-340)
- Contract award for food services grease interceptor replacement (2022 RES-352)
- Electrical upgrade change orders for Alliant Energy Center pavilions (2022 ACT-316, 2022 ACT-317)
- Storm sewer easement for the City of Verona Ice Arena (2022 ACT-330)
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including a law enforcement training center expansion and a design contract addendum for CTH M. The committee also approved contract change orders for electrical upgrades at the Alliant Energy Center and a storm sewer easement for the City of Verona Ice Arena.
- Recommended approval of Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center expansion (6-0)
- Recommended approval of CTH M design contract addendum #4 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of reclassifying an Account Clerk III to Accounting Assistant (6-0)
- Recommended approval of grease interceptor replacement contract for Consolidated Food Services (6-0)
- Recommended approval of TRC Environmental landfill engineering contract amendment no. 1 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Department of Waste and Renewable's fund transfer request (6-0)
- Approved electrical upgrade change orders #3 and #4 for AEC Pavilions 1&2 (6-0)
- Approved City of Verona Ice Arena storm sewer permanent limited easement (5-0)
Equal Opportunity Commission
The Equal Opportunity Commission will vote on electing its 2023 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting also includes a presentation by Wes Sparkman and a review of the Henry Vilas Zoo investigation report.
- Vote for 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
- Vote for Secretary
- Presentation by Wes Sparkman, Director of The Tamara D. Grigsby for Equity & Inclusion
- Final Report from Henry Vilas Zoo (HVZ) Independent Investigation from Judge Bailey-Rihn
Board of Canvassers
The Dane County Board of Canvassers will conduct the canvass of votes cast in the February 21, 2023 Spring Primary. This process includes reviewing votes for the office of Justice of the Supreme Court and certifying the final results to the County Clerk.
- Canvass of votes cast for Justice of Supreme Court
- Certification of election results to the County Clerk
Tree Board Outreach Work Group
The Dane County Tree Board Outreach Work Group will discuss progress on website updates, social media, and PSA projects. The group also plans to identify new topics for the website opening page and brainstorm outreach collaboration with WORT.
- Review of website, social media, PSA, and presentation projects
- Progress report on Heritage Oak project information for the website
- Identification of additional topics for the website opening page
- Planning outreach collaboration with WORT
- Appointment of a member to take meeting minutes
Board of Canvassers
The Dane County Board of Canvassers will conduct the canvass for the February 21, 2023 Spring Primary. This includes reviewing votes cast for Justice of the Supreme Court and certifying results to the County Clerk. The board will also consider minutes from the November 8, 2022 General Election.
- Conduct canvass of February 21, 2023 Spring Primary votes for Justice of the Supreme Court
- Certification of election results to the County Clerk
- Consideration of November 8, 2022 General Election minutes
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Dane County HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The meeting also includes consideration of a micro-business loan request for Madison Cricket Farm, LLC.
- Public hearing on the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
- Micro-business loan request for Madison Cricket Farm, LLC
- Approval of February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan as a substantial amendment to the 2021 Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the body approved a micro-business loan for a local company. A public hearing on the HOME-ARP plan was held with no public comments received.
- Approved minutes of the February 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Dane County's HOME-ARP Allocation Plan as a Substantial Amendment to the 2021 Annual Action Plan (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $8,000 loan request to Madison Cricket Farm, LLC (unanimous voice vote)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission - Loan Review Team Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review a micro-business loan application from Madison Cricket Farm, LLC. The meeting also includes the nomination of a chair and opportunities for public comment.
- Micro-business loan request for Madison Cricket Farm, LLC
- Nomination of Subcommittee Chair
The CDBG Loan Review Team Subcommittee approved an $8,000 micro-business loan for Madison Cricket Farm, LLC to fund personnel development and create two new full-time equivalent jobs. The subcommittee also appointed Godwin Amegashie as Chair.
- Nominated Godwin Amegashie as Chair of the sub-committee (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $8,000 loan request from Madison Cricket Farm, LLC (unanimous voice vote)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The By Youth For Youth Subcommittee will meet to consider minutes and hold a vote regarding funding recommendations for submitted grant applications. The agenda also includes presentations and committee reports.
- Vote for funding recommendations for submitted grant applications
The subcommittee met virtually to review and deliberate on submitted grant applications. No other substantive decisions or vote outcomes were recorded in the minutes.
- Reviewed and deliberated submitted grant applications
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee is considering resolutions to accept substance abuse block grant funds and allocate revenue for Public Health. The committee will also review the creation of a Behavioral Health Program Specialist project position. Additionally, members will review program addendums and a presentation on Child Protective Services.
- Accepting supplemental substance abuse block grant funds (2022 RES-339)
- Allocating revenue for Public Health unwinding (2022 RES-344)
- Creating a Behavioral Health Program Specialist project position (2022 RES-345)
- Reviewing Avenues to Community and Family Support & Resource Center addendums
- Child Protective Services overview presentation
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended approval for three resolutions regarding substance abuse and behavioral health funding. The committee also recommended approval for two contract addendums. A discussion regarding the Badger Prairie Health Care Center vacation policy took place, but no action was taken.
- Approved February 9, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-339 for substance abuse block grant funds (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-344 for public health revenue allocation (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Substitute Resolution 2022 RES-345 for behavioral health program specialist position (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract addendum 2022 HSCA-014 for Avenues to Community (5-0)
- Recommended approval of contract addendum 2022 HSCA-015 for Family Support & Resource Center (5-0)
- No action taken on Badger Prairie Health Care Center vacation policy
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will discuss the evolution of the council and review the 2022 year in review. A presentation from the Council of State Governments regarding a justice and mental health collaboration program is also scheduled.
- Presentation on Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program by CSG
- Review of 2022 Year in Review
- Discussion on the evolution of the CJC
- Update on the process for inviting community members
- Consideration of January 26, 2023 meeting minutes
The council approved the minutes from the January 26, 2023 meeting following an amendment to include an advisory member in the attendance record. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved January 26, 2023 minutes as amended (unanimous voice vote)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will consider resolutions regarding grant acceptances and staff reclassifications. This includes DNR funding for a snowmobile trail bridge and a sub-award from the Ice Age Trail Alliance.
- Acceptance of WI DNR grants to replace snowmobile trail bridge & crossing
- Acceptance of National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant sub-award from Ice Age Trail Alliance
- Reclassification of Park Facility Planner and Park Property Planner to Landscape Architect I/II
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended approval for two grant acceptances and one staff reclassification resolution. The committee also approved the minutes from its February 9, 2023 meeting.
- Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-346 to accept WI DNR grants for snowmobile trail bridge and crossing (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-347 to accept National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant sub-award from Ice Age Trail Alliance (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-348 to reclassify Park Facility Planner and Park Property Planner to Landscape Architect I/II (5-0, YGP 1-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The committee will consider 2022 wildlife damage claims and a manure storage closure appeal. This meeting is being held virtually due to a winter storm warning. The agenda also includes consideration of January 26, 2023, minutes.
- 2022 wildlife damage claims (2022 ACT-321)
- Helt manure storage closure appeal (2022 APP-001)
The Land Conservation Committee approved 2022 wildlife damage claims and the January 26 meeting minutes. The committee also determined that an after-the-fact permit and a $1,000 fee are required for the Schmitt Farm Manure Storage Facility Closure.
- Approved January 26, 2023 LCC Minutes (6-0)
- Approved 2022 ACT-321 Wildlife Damage Claims (6-0)
- Affirmed after-the-fact permit and $1,000 fee for Schmitt Farm Manure Storage Facility Closure (5-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The meeting includes procedural items such as the consideration of January 17, 2023, minutes. The agenda also lists agency updates, CCR updates, and legislative announcements, though specific details are not provided.
- Consideration of January 17, 2023, minutes (2022 MIN-560)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will review meeting minutes from January 17, 2022, and hear a report from the Director. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Community Food System Program.
- Community Food System Program update
- Director Report
- Consideration of January 17, 2022 minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation on the Community Food System Program and a director's report on staffing and program attendance.
- Approved January 17, 2023 minutes (4-0, YGP: 2-0)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding 2023 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations. Presentations will cover expected funding amounts for low- to moderate-income families and planned activities. The commission will also take action on these funding proposals.
- Public hearing on 2023 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations
- Action on 2023 CDBG/HOME funding proposals
- Review of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
The Commission held a public hearing to receive testimony regarding 2023 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations. Following the hearing, the Commission voted to approve the funding recommendations as presented.
- Approved 2023 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved motion to limit public testimony to 3 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Tree Board
The Dane County Tree Board will discuss board vacancies, workplan reviews, and Arbor Day preparations. The meeting includes action items regarding 2023 budget proposals. Various groups will also present reports on tree canopy, heritage trees, and outreach work.
- Review of 2023 budget proposals
- Discussion of board vacancies
- Workplan review
- Arbor Day discussion
- Reports from the tree canopy and policy work groups
The Board approved the minutes from the December 12, 2022 meeting. Members discussed board vacancies, Arbor Day planning, and the 2023 budget, though no formal actions were taken on these items.
- Approved 12.12.2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Tree Board Policy Work Group
The Dane County Tree Board Policy Work Group is meeting to discuss ideas for tree preservation and planting policies. The group will also discuss next steps for these policies and review the Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan and the Dane County Land and Water Management Plan.
- Discussion of tree preservation/planting policy ideas
- Discussion of next steps for policy ideas
- Review of Dane County Parks and Open Space Plan
- Review of Dane County Land and Water Management Plan
The work group met to discuss policy initiatives and priorities. No substantive decisions or policy changes were recorded in the minutes.
- Adjourned meeting (2-0)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions for affordable housing projects at 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive. The agenda also includes grant funding for law enforcement equipment and budget amendments for veterans services.
- Agreements for affordable housing at 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive in Middleton
- Rescinding the prohibition against travel to certain states in the County Code
- Grant funding for night vision equipment and bomb suit protection equipment
- Contract award for Sustainability Campus development assistance
- Budget amendment to expand access to veterans services
The committee recommended for approval 21 resolutions and one ordinance amendment, including affordable housing projects in Middleton and various grant acceptances. The committee also approved a bid waiver for peer support services and a travel exception to Utah.
- Recommended approval of ordinance rescinding travel prohibitions to certain states (4-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing projects at 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive (4-0)
- Recommended approval of grant funding for night vision and bomb suit equipment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 budget amendment to expand veterans services (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Conservation Fund grants to Town of Westport and Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens (4-0)
- Approved bid waiver for Human Services peer support services (4-0)
- Approved travel exception to Utah for Human Services staff (3-1)
- Approved Airport Fund capital expense transfer (4-0)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee will meet to consider meeting minutes and review submitted grant applications. The agenda also includes committee reports and opportunities for public comment.
- Review and deliberation of submitted grant applications
The February 20, 2023, meeting of the By Youth For Youth Subcommittee was held via Zoom. The minutes record that the subcommittee reviewed and deliberated submitted grant applications, but no formal votes or decisions are listed.
DaneCom Governing Board
The DaneCom Governing Board is meeting to review minutes and hear presentations. The agenda includes a presentation on City of Fitchburg owned DaneCom sites and reports regarding upgrades and O&M bills.
- Presentation on City of Fitchburg - Owned DaneCom Sites
- Update on DaneCom Upgrades
- Preview DaneCom O&M Bills
Food Council Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group
This joint meeting of the Dane County Food Council and Madison Food Policy Council addresses regional agriculture and food sovereignty. The group will discuss local market development, land for cultivation, and the City Farmland Preservation Task Force.
- Consideration of 1.20.2023 minutes
- Discussion of local market development
- Discussion of land for cultivation
- Discussion of City Farmland Preservation Task Force
- Brainstorming next projects
The Food Council Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group approved the minutes from the January 20, 2023 meeting. Members discussed land cultivation options, USDA grants, and the progress of the City Farmland Preservation Task Force.
- Approved January 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
County Board
The February 16, 2023, Dane County Board meeting agenda was marked as canceled. The proposed items included land acquisition for a county park and various service contracts.
- Purchase of land from the Elinor G. Duchen Revocable Trust for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park
- Contract award to Community Service Associates, S.C. for the DCDHS - CYF Division
- Acceptance of a DOJ Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Program grant for the Dane County Narcotics Task Force
- Amendment to marketing and advertising services agreement at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Ordinance amendment regarding conditional use permit appeals
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission will meet to discuss connections with youth voter organizations and the logistics for upcoming presentations in March. The commission will also receive an update on the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment.
- Discussion of connections/next steps with youth voter organizations
- Logistics for By Youth For Youth presentations in March
- Update on the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment
The Commission approved a bid waiver for a vendor regarding the 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment. Members also decided to cancel the March meeting to attend a presentation on By Youth for Youth funding recommendations.
- Approved January 18, 2023 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved bid waiver for 2024 Dane County Youth Assessment vendor
- Cancelled March meeting to attend By Youth for Youth presentation
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is considering an amendment to Chapter 18 of the Dane County Code of Ordinances. This item involves updating the county's Civil Service Ordinance. The ordinance was previously postponed for review in recent committee meetings.
- Amendment to update the Dane County Civil Service Ordinance (2022 OA-0591)
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The EMS Commission will meet to discuss the DCSO Mental Health Response Team. The agenda also includes a review of the January 2023 meeting minutes and various reports.
- Discussion of DCSO Mental Health Response Team
- Review of January 2023 meeting minutes
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Medical Advisory Subcommittee will meet to review the January 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion topics include a spike in fentanyl overdoses and an update regarding hospital stroke protocols.
- Stroke update from hospitals
- Discussion of fentanyl overdose spike
- Review of January 2023 minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the January 2023 meeting. The session included discussions on hospital stroke certifications, a spike in fentanyl overdoses, and updates on EMS equipment and staffing.
- Approved January 2023 minutes
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The ADRC Governing Board will hold elections for the positions of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes a presentation by Dementia Care Specialist Ellen Taylor. The board will also consider the minutes from the January 9, 2023, meeting.
- Election of ADRC Governing Board Chair
- Election of ADRC Governing Board Vice Chair
- Election of ADRC Governing Board Secretary
- Presentation by Dementia Care Specialist Ellen Taylor
The board held elections to fill its leadership positions. David Peterson was elected Chair, Esther Olson was elected Vice Chair, and Casey Thompson was elected Secretary.
- Approved January 9, 2023 minutes (10-0)
- Approved the proposed election process (10-0)
- Elected David Peterson as Board Chair
- Elected Esther Olson as Board Vice Chair
- Elected Casey Thompson as Board Secretary
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The Dane County Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee is meeting to review and deliberate on submitted grant applications. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
- Review and deliberation of submitted grant applications
Food Council Food Plan Work Group
The Dane County Food Council and Madison Food Policy Council Food Plan Work Group are meeting to discuss several food system topics. Discussion items include a food rescue assessment and the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study. The group will also consider USDA grant opportunities and the 2023 USDA Regional Food System Partnership grant.
- Food Rescue Assessment
- Dane County Pandemic Food System Study
- USDA grant opportunities and statewide partnerships
- 2023 USDA Regional Food System Partnership (RFSP) grant
The work group approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed food rescue assessments, an upcoming pandemic food system study, and various USDA grant opportunities.
- Approved January 18, 2023 minutes (3-0)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The committee will consider resolutions regarding affordable housing, nursing contracts, and budget amendments. Items include approving agreements for projects on Tribeca Drive in Middleton and expanding access to veterans services. The agenda also includes reviewing a youth justice grant.
- Affordable housing agreements at 3809 and 3815 Tribeca Drive in Middleton
- Amending the 2023 budget to expand access to veterans services
- Awarding a temporary nursing services contract for DCDHS - BPHCC
- Accepting a Youth Justice Innovations Grant from the state
- Amending the Dane County Code regarding housing initiative notices
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended approval for two affordable housing projects and a youth justice grant. The committee also recommended a budget amendment to expand veterans services and an ordinance amendment regarding housing initiatives.
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 3809 Tribeca Drive (6-0)
- Recommended approval of affordable housing project at 3815 Tribeca Drive (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Youth Justice Innovations Grant (6-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 budget amendment for veterans services (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance Amendment 2022 OA-060 with a July 1, 2023 effective date (6-0)
- Postponed indefinitely temporary nursing services contract 2022 RES-150 (6-0)
- Tabled reclassification of social worker to CPS Access Supervisor (6-0)
- Approved minutes from 01-26-2023 (6-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The Dane County Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will review grant awards from the Dane County Conservation Fund. These include awards for the Town of Westport and the Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc. The meeting also includes a presentation on water quality trading in Dane County.
- Conservation Fund Grant Award to the Town of Westport (Lena, LLC)
- Conservation Fund Grant Award to the Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc.
- Presentation: Overview of Adaptive Management & Water Quality Trading in Dane County
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended two Dane County Conservation Fund grant awards for approval. The committee also approved the minutes from its January 26, 2023 meeting.
- Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Conservation Fund grant to Town of Westport (Lena, LLC) (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Conservation Fund grant to Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc. (5-0, YGP 1-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission will introduce new commissioners and review minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding youth engagement and a refresher on the grant process.
- Introduction of incoming commissioners
- Review of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion on youth engagement
- Grant process refresher
- Executive Director's report
The commission approved the minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting. Members discussed youth arts engagement and the current grant allocation process. No other formal action items were decided.
- Approved January 2023 Commission Minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Lakes & Watershed Commission Executive Committee meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The committee will consider minutes from the January 10, 2023, meeting and receive updates on future presentations and appointments.
- Consideration of January 10, 2023, minutes
- Reports on future commission presentations
- Reports on commission appointments
The committee met to approve the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, and the committee discussed scheduling future presentations.
- Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Community Justice Council - Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee
The Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee will discuss planned improvements for local pretrial processes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding research on weekend initial appearances and the APPR Community Conversation.
- Discussion of APPR Community Conversation
- Research and reports on weekend initial appearance
- Planned improvements in local pretrial
- Discussion of 2022 OA-028
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting. Members discussed weekend initial appearances, the transition to a release conditions matrix, and the recruitment process for new council members.
- Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Park Commission
The commission will consider grant awards for the Town of Westport and Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc. A public hearing is scheduled regarding 2023 Heritage Center youth programming fees. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area wetland restoration.
- Public hearing for 2023 Heritage Center Youth Programming Fees
- Grant award to the Town of Westport (Lena, LLC)
- Grant award to Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc.
- Presentation on Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area wetland restoration/mitigation bank
The commission recommended approval for two conservation fund grants and adopted a new fee category for day camp education programs. A presentation was given regarding a planned wetland mitigation site at the Cherokee Marsh Wildlife Area.
- Approved January 25, 2023 minutes (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Conservation Fund Grant to Town of Westport/Lena, LLC (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Conservation Fund Grant to Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens, Inc. (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Adopted day camp education program fee category for Heritage Center (6-0, YGP 1-0)
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The committee will review historical reports regarding racial disparities and mental health in the Dane County Jail. The meeting also includes a review of previous resolutions related to cash bail and community justice centers.
- Review of 2015 Criminal Justice Workgroups Report (RPT-450)
- Review of 2020 resolution on population assessed cash bail (RES-177)
- Review of 2020 resolution for community justice centers (RES-180)
Safety and Working Conditions Study Committee
The Safety and Working Conditions Study Committee is meeting to review minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the 2023 Individual Safety Award and action items for both individual and departmental safety awards.
- Consideration of December 15, 2022, meeting minutes
- Presentation on the 2023 Individual Safety Award
- Proposed resolution for the 2023 Individual Safety Award
- Proposed 2023 Departmental Safety Award
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will review several resolutions regarding grant funding for public safety equipment and training. This includes funding for night vision gear, bomb suit protection, and a regional active shooter exercise. The committee will also consider a staff reclassification in the District Attorney's Office.
- Grant funding for night vision equipment purchase (2022 RES-318)
- Grant funding for bomb suit protection equipment (2022 RES-319)
- Homeland Security grant for regional active shooter exercise (2022 RES-320)
- Reclassification of Substance Abuse Counselor to Case Manager (2022 RES-321)
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee recommended approval for four resolutions involving grant funding for equipment and a staff reclassification. The committee also scheduled future presentations on eviction property procedures and sensitive crimes.
- Approved January 24, 2023 minutes (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-318 for night vision equipment grant funding (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-319 for bomb suit protection equipment grant funding (5-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-320 for Homeland Security regional active shooter exercise grant (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-321 to reclassify Substance Abuse Counselor to Deferred Prosecution Case Manager (7-0)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions, including road reconstruction in the Village of Oregon and an airport fund transfer. Members will also review contracts with the Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau and CrossFit, LLC. Additionally, the agenda includes a personnel reclassification and a contract change order for carpet installation at 1819 Aberg Avenue.
- Reconstruction of CTH MM/Janesville St from Spring St to S Perry Parkway intersection
- Airport fund transfer for capital expense
- Contract with Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Contract between Alliant Energy Center and CrossFit, LLC
- Contract change order for carpet installation at 1819 Aberg Avenue
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including a contract for road reconstruction in the Village of Oregon. The committee also approved a contract change order for carpet installation at the Job Center.
- Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Airport fund transfer capital expense (6-0)
- Recommended approval to reclassify a System Administrator 1 to Project Engineer Manager (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract with Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau (6-0)
- Recommended approval of contract between Alliant Energy Center and CrossFit, LLC (6-0)
- Recommended approval of CTH MM/Janesville St reconstruction and jurisdictional transfer in Village of Oregon (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Jerry Jordan as Biogas Plant Manager (6-0)
- Approved contract change order for Job Center carpet installation (6-0)
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The Commission approved the 2022 MIN-538 minutes. Staff provided updates on animal health, a new lottery system for Summer Zoo Camp registration, and event revenue. No substantive action items were decided.
- Approved 2022 MIN-538 minutes (voice vote)
Local Emergency Planning Committee
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review LEPC guidelines and consider the October 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes reports from the Madison Fire HazMat Team and an EPCRA report.
- Review of LEPC Guidelines
- Madison Fire HazMat Team Report
- EPCRA Report
- Consideration of October 2022 minutes
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding fund transfers and grant acceptances. The agenda also includes reviews of airport land easements and contract amendments for marketing services.
- Authorization of General Obligation Bonds up to $13,500,000
- Amendment to marketing and advertising services agreement for DCRA
- Temporary limited easement at Dane County Regional Airport
- Contract award to Community Service Associates, S.C.
- Acceptance of DOJ grant for Narcotics Task Force
The committee recommended approval for various resolutions including land purchases for parks and the airport, and several grant acceptances. A resolution for general obligation bonds not to exceed $13.5 million was postponed indefinitely, and an update to the civil service ordinance was postponed until February 15, 2023.
- Recommended approval of land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park (4-0)
- Recommended approval of land purchase at 3666 County Highway AB in Cottage Grove (4-0)
- Postponed indefinitely resolution for general obligation bonds up to $13.5M (4-0)
- Postponed civil service ordinance update (OA-059) to 2/15/2023 (4-0)
- Approved $75,265.50 bid waiver for PFAS investigation at Airport (4-0)
- Approved $98,500 bid waiver for AEC redevelopment project management (4-0)
- Recommended approval of narcotics task force and communication equipment grants (4-0)
- Recommended approval of conditional use permit appeals ordinance amendment (4-0)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee will meet virtually to review and deliberate on submitted grant applications. The agenda also includes consideration of minutes and reports to the committee.
- Review and deliberation of submitted grant applications
The subcommittee met virtually to review and deliberate submitted grant applications. No formal votes or final decisions on the applications were recorded in the minutes.
- Reviewed and deliberated submitted grant applications
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The committee will review the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes reports regarding men's shelter development and the COVID-19 response.
- Men's Shelter Development Update
- COVID Response Update
- Updates from HSC Education and Advocacy Committee
- Consideration of January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on the 2023 advocacy platform, men's shelter development, and COVID-19 response programs. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The committee will review January meeting minutes and determine discussion topics for March and April. Agenda items include 2023 Cycle 1 grants, youth engagement, and an update on the process for youth grant funds. The committee will also review 2023 commissioner areas of focus and a funding issue.
- Review of 2023 Cycle 1 Grants
- Discussion on Youth Engagement
- Update on Youth Grant Funds process and criteria
- Review of 2023 Commissioner Areas of Focus
- Discussion regarding a funding issue
The committee approved the January executive and commission minutes. Members discussed a funding issue involving an artist who falsely claimed indigenous status and reviewed the status of 2023 Cycle 1 grants.
- Approved January Executive Committee minutes as amended (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved January Commission meeting minutes for recommendation to full commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Requested Director Fraire inform County Executive Parisi and legal counsel regarding a funding issue with artist Kay LeClaire
- Confirmed meeting start time will remain at 8 a.m.
County Board
The Dane County Board is considering multiple requests to change land use in the towns of Springdale, Cottage Grove, Verona, Cross Plains, and Dunn. The meeting also includes reviewing claims recommended for denial and recognizing American Heart Month and Black History Month.
- Rezoning 8864 Offerdahl Road in Springdale to allow a caretaker's residence and landscaping business
- Rezoning 3436 North Star Rd in Cottage Grove for a commercial electrical contractor business
- Review of eight claims recommended for denial by the Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
- Recognition of February 2023 as American Heart Month and Black History Month
The County Board approved agreements for an affordable housing project in the Village of McFarland and granted five rezoning petitions. The board also denied eight separate claims and approved several administrative resolutions, including the acceptance of a DNR urban forestry grant.
- Approved affordable housing project agreements at 5601-5613 Holscher Road (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning at 4056 Mahoney Road from FP-35 to RR-2 (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning at 8864 Offerdahl Road to LC Limited Commercial District (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning east of 4541 County Highway J from FP-35 to RR-16 (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning at 7562 County Hwy PD from AT-35 to RR-2 (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning at 3436 North Star Rd from FP-1 to GC (voice vote)
- Denied claims for Abby Martinelli, Jefferson Fire & Safety, Kristi Everson, Tyler Miller, Anthony Holley, Sedgwick CMS, Scott Ganser, and Bahee Sathasviam (voice votes)
- Approved acceptance of 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant (voice vote)
Library Board
The Dane County Library Board is meeting to approve the 2022 annual report and February finance report. The board will also review the 2023 director's goals and recommendations for a library reimbursement formula.
- Approval of February 2023 finance/expenditure report
- Approval of 2022 Dane County Library Service Annual Report
- Review of 2023 Director's Goals
- Review of Rethinking Libraries reimbursement formula recommendations
The Library Board approved the February 2023 finance/expenditure report and the 2022 annual report to the Department of Public Instruction. Two reports regarding director goals and operational reimbursement formulas were placed on file.
- Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (6-0)
- Approved February 2023 finance/expenditure report (6-0)
- Approved 2022 Dane County Library Service annual report to Department of Public Instruction (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The Dane County Broadband Task Force will review minutes from the January 5 meeting and hear a presentation regarding the Madison Unified Fiber Network. The group will also discuss future meeting formats and receive reports on the Affordable Connectivity Program.
- Madison Unified Fiber Network (MUFN) presentation
- Affordable Connectivity Program report
- Discussion of future meeting formats
The Task Force approved the January 5, 2023 meeting minutes and agreed to cancel the April meeting due to holiday conflicts. Members received a presentation on the Madison Unified Fiber Network and updates regarding the Broadband Coordinator position.
- Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Cancelled April meeting
Area Agency on Aging - Nutrition / Wellness Committee
The committee will review inspection reports for several meal sites, including Ziggy's and the Oregon Senior Center. The meeting also includes updates on the meal program, dietitian program, and healthy aging program. Discussions may include potential increases to minimum meal orders for dining sites.
- Ziggy's Meal Site Review
- Oregon Senior Center Meal Site Review
- Stoughton Senior Center Meal Site Review
- Hy-Vee Meal Site Review
- Meal Program Update
Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee
The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the scope of the Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee. No action items or minutes are scheduled for consideration at this meeting.
- Election of Chair
- Election of Vice Chair
- Discussion regarding the scope of the committee
The Criminal Justice Reform Initiatives Committee elected its leadership and reviewed its operational scope. The committee is scheduled to sunset by July 1, 2023.
- Elected Anthony Gray as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Kierstin Huelsemann as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board will review updates regarding communicable diseases and violence prevention. The meeting includes decisions on staff reclassifications and the acceptance of federal grant funds.
- $91,078 budget amendment for Violence Prevention Services
- Reclassification of Community Health Education Specialist positions
- Authorization to accept FEMA grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination efforts
- Support for NIH ComPASS Program application
Community Justice Council
The Dane County Community Justice Council is hosting a virtual event focused on the landscape of pretrial justice. Experts from Advancing Pretrial Policy and Research and local leaders will discuss national and local perspectives on effective policies. No official action will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion of the national landscape of pretrial justice
- Presentation of local perspectives by Dane County leaders
- Q&A session regarding pretrial policies and practices
Community Justice Council - Pre-Trial Services Subcommittee
The subcommittee is hosting a virtual event to discuss the national and local landscape of pretrial justice. Experts from Advancing Pretrial Policy and Research (APPR) and Dane County leaders will share perspectives on effective policies and practices. No official action will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion of the national landscape of pretrial justice
- Presentation of effective pretrial policies and practices
- Local perspective from Dane County leaders
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review submitted grant applications during this meeting. The agenda also includes consideration of minutes and reports to the committee.
- Review of submitted grant applications
The meeting was called to order with 8 members present. The minutes record no votes, approvals, or denials for the listed agenda items.
Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee
The subcommittee will elect officers and discuss its scope and objectives. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2016 Equity Assessment of Recruitment and Hiring Practices and a report on a student project.
- Election of Officers
- Discussion of Subcommittee Scope and Objectives
- Presentation: Overview of the 2016 Equity Assessment of Recruitment and Hiring Practices
- Staff Report on Related 2023 La Follette Capstone Student Project
The Personnel & Finance Committee’s Equity, Recruitment, & Retention Subcommittee elected its Chair and Vice Chair. The body established a monthly meeting schedule and reviewed a 2016 equity assessment and an ongoing student project regarding recruitment data.
- Approved Supervisor Kigeya as Chair (voice vote)
- Approved Sharron Hubbard-Moyer as Vice Chair (voice vote)
- Selected 4th Friday of each month at noon for 2023 meeting schedule
- Directed staff to seek Corporation Counsel opinion on subcommittee membership
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee is reviewing several resolutions for consideration. These include a major contract award to Community Service Associates, S.C. and the acceptance of new funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The committee will also consider reclassifying a manager position at Badger Prairie Health Care Center.
- Award of major contract to Community Service Associates, S.C. (DCDHS - CYF Division)
- Reclassification of Business Manager to Finance Manager at Badger Prairie Health Care Center
- Acceptance of new funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DCDHS - DAS Division)
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended three resolutions for approval, including a major contract for the DCDHS CYF Division and the acceptance of new state funds. The committee also discussed a catering contract default affecting the Senior Nutrition Program.
- Approved minutes from January 12, 2023 (6-0)
- Recommended approval of major contract to Community Service Associates, S.C. (6-0)
- Recommended approval to reclassify Business Manager to Finance Manager at Badger Prairie Health Care Center (6-0)
- Recommended approval to accept new funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services (6-0)
Community Justice Council
The Community Justice Council will review a site visit debrief for the Crisis Care Continuum. The meeting also includes updates on the Community Court Grant and the 2022 OA-028 process.
- Crisis Care Continuum site visit debrief
- Review of the 2022 OA-028 process
- Community Court Grant and Advisory Subcommittee update
- Upcoming CJC Community Conversation
The council approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though members discussed site visits to mental health and reentry facilities in Kansas and Texas.
- Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Board of Adjustment
The Dane County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal by Dane County Parks for a variance at 3359 Fish Camp Rd. The board will also consider minutes from a December 2022 public hearing and a January 2023 site inspection.
- Public hearing for Appeal 3723 regarding access and viewing corridors at 3359 Fish Camp Rd
- Consideration of December 29, 2022 Public Hearing minutes
- Consideration of January 12, 2023 Site Inspection minutes
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance request from Dane County Parks to allow for alternate access and viewing corridors at Fish Camp County Park. The decision permits the installation of a kayak launch, water access ramp, and other improvements within the shoreland vegetative buffer zone.
- Approved variance for access/viewing corridor width (4-0, 1 recused)
- Approved variance for 0 ft minimum setback for non-exempt structures (4-0, 1 recused)
- Approved December 29, 2022 public hearing minutes (5-0)
- Approved January 12, 2023 site inspection minutes (3-0, 2 abstained)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will review several resolutions regarding land acquisition and conservation funding. Items include a proposed land purchase from the Elinor G. Dushack Revocable Trust and fund transfers for park management. The agenda also includes accepting various Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources grants.
- Land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park
- Fund transfer for Lake View Hill County Park land management
- Funding for accessibility improvements at Jenni and Kyle Preserve
- Acceptance of Wisconsin DNR Clean Boats Clean Waters Grant
- Contract award for timber harvest at Anderson Farm County Park
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including land acquisition for a county park and the acceptance of state grants. The committee also recommended two fund transfers and approved previous meeting minutes.
- Recommended approval of land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of fund donation for accessibility improvements at Jenni and Kyle Preserve (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative agreement amendment and pheasant stamp funds for Walking Iron Wildlife Area restoration (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of WI DNR Clean Boats Clean Waters Grant (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of WI DNR Lake Monitoring & Protection Grant (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of timber harvest contract at Anderson Farm County Park (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of US Fish & Wildlife Service grant fund transfer (5-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of Lake View Hill County Park land management fund transfer (5-0, YGP 1-0)
Land Conservation Committee
The Land Conservation Committee will consider 2023 average costs and review minutes from December 2022. The meeting also includes presentations on approved contracts, payments, and the Farmland Preservation Program.
- Consideration of 2023 Average Costs
- January 2023 Approved Contracts Report
- January 2023 Approved Payments Report
- Land & Water Conservation Board 5 Year Review Report
- 2022 Farmland Preservation Program Report
Area Agency on Aging - Legislative / Advocacy Committee
The Area Agency on Aging Legislative/Advocacy Committee will review advocacy efforts for federal and state programs. The meeting includes reports from the Wisconsin Senior Advocates and various aging advisory councils. Updates regarding the Dane County Housing Survey will also be presented.
- Action item: Advocacy supporting federal and state programs
- Report: Wisconsin Senior Advocates
- Report: Dane County Housing Survey (Regional Housing Strategy Team)
- Presentation of Celebrate Aging materials
The committee approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting. Members discussed future presentation topics, the discontinuation of the Diversity Work Group, and the agency's selection for a health equity learning collaborative.
- Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Specialized Transportation Commission
The commission will review the 2022 Transportation Call Center Summary and a presentation on RSVP Driver Services & Bus Buddy. The meeting also includes consideration of the November 30, 2022, minutes and the 2023 STC calendar draft.
- Presentation: RSVP Driver Services & Bus Buddy
- Action Item: 2023 STC Calendar draft
- Report: Transportation Call Center 2022 Summary
- Review of November 30, 2022 minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the November 30, 2022 meeting. Members received presentations on driver services and transportation ride trends from 2018-2022.
- Approved November 30, 2022 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Park Commission
The commission will review several resolutions regarding park maintenance, land acquisition, and funding. This includes a potential land purchase, accessibility improvements at Jenni and Kyle Preserve, and a timber harvest contract.
- Land purchase for McCarthy Youth and Conservation County Park
- Funding for accessibility improvements at Jenni and Kyle Preserve
- Walking Iron Wildlife Area restoration agreement amendment
- Timber harvest contract award for Anderson Farm County Park
- Grant application for Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens at Pope Farm Homestead
Food Council
The Dane County Food Council will review work group reports and staff updates from Madison and Dane County. The council is scheduled to discuss the 2023 PIE Food Project grant process and the upcoming meeting schedule.
- Review of December 14, 2022, meeting minutes
- Reports from Food Access, Relief & Economic Support work group
- Discussion regarding the 2023 PIE Food Project grant process
- Staff reports from City of Madison and Public Health Madison & Dane County
The Food Council approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting and postponed a discussion regarding adjustments to DCFC Work Groups until February. Members also discussed the 2023 PIE Food Project grant process and upcoming reports on the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study.
- Approved December 14, 2022 minutes (7-0)
- Postponed discussion on DCFC Work Group adjustments until February meeting (8-0)
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee, meeting jointly with Rutland officials, will review several rezoning petitions and conditional use permits. The agenda includes residential rezonings, commercial transitions, and an ordinance regarding communication tower setbacks.
- Rezone 11918: Change 3436 North Star Rd to General Commercial District
- Rezone 11921: Transition Pleasant Springs area to multi-family residential
- Ordinance 2022 OA-057: Establishing setbacks for communication towers
- CUP 02580: Horse boarding at 272 Edgerton Road
- Rezone 11915: Zoning change for caretaker's residence on Offerdahl Road
The committee recommended approval for four rezoning petitions and one conditional use permit. Several other petitions and an ordinance regarding communication tower setbacks were postponed due to lack of town action or public opposition. Ordinance Amendment 2022 OA-044 regarding CUP appeals was recommended for approval.
- Recommended approval of rezoning at 4056 Mahoney Road to RR-2 with a one-year delayed effective date (3-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning at 8864 Offerdahl Road to LC with specific business and lighting conditions (3-0)
- Recommended approval of CUP 02581 for a caretaker's residence and outdoor storage at 8864 Offerdahl Road (3-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning east of 4541 County Highway J to RR-16 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning at 7562 County Hwy PD to RR-2 with a joint access easement (3-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning at 3436 North Star Rd to GC with building code and lighting conditions (3-0)
- Postponed rezoning at 430 Center Road and CUP 02582 due to public opposition and no town action (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance Amendment 2022 OA-044 regarding CUP appeals (3-0)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee is reviewing multiple grant proposals for various justice programs. These include funding for narcotics and anti-drug task forces, as well as equipment purchases. The committee will also consider a transfer of funds for community court reform.
- Grant acceptance for the Dane County Narcotics Task Force
- Grants for anti-heroin and anti-methamphetamine task forces
- Funding for respirators and communication equipment
- Transfer of community court grant funds to the Office for Criminal Justice Reform
- Report from the Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Public Protection & Judiciary Committee recommended several grant resolutions for approval, including funds for narcotics and anti-heroin task forces. The committee also recommended the denial of eight separate claims. A presentation was given regarding the Commission on Sensitive Crimes.
- Recommended approval of narcotics task force grant (7-0)
- Recommended approval of respirators and communication equipment grant (7-0)
- Recommended approval of communication headset equipment grant (7-0)
- Recommended approval of anti-heroin and anti-methamphetamine task force grants (7-0)
- Recommended approval of community court grant transfer (7-0)
- Recommended approval of pretrial evaluation work funds (7-0)
- Recommended denial of claims by Abby Martinelli, Jefferson Fire & Safety, Kristi Everson, Tyler Miller, Anthony Holley, Sedgwick CMS, Scott Ganser, and Bahee Sathasviam (7-0)
- Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. Items include amending rental car fees, approving airport easements, and authorizing contract change orders for county building remodels.
- Amending fees for off-premise rental car operations
- Purchase of 3666 County Highway AB in Cottage Grove
- Contract change orders for the Emergency Management Building remodel
- Cost sharing for epoxy pavement marking on Madison highways
- Temporary limited easement at Dane County Regional Airport
The Public Works & Transportation Committee recommended several resolutions for approval, including a land purchase in the Town of Cottage Grove and various facility contracts. The committee also approved multiple contract change orders for building remodels and infrastructure projects.
- Recommended approval to purchase 3666 County Highway AB in the Town of Cottage Grove (7-0)
- Recommended cost sharing agreement for epoxy pavement marking in Madison (7-0)
- Recommended ordinance amending fees for off-premise rental car operations (6-0)
- Recommended contract for Renewable Natural Gas plant gas chromatographs from ABB, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved change order for Mary Lake sediment removal by Michels Construction, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved change orders #34, #35, #36, and #37 for Emergency Mgmt Building remodel by Foxarneson, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved change order for Human Services EV charging stations by Joe Daniels Construction (6-0)
- Approved change order #2 for AEC Pavilions 1&2 electrical upgrades by 1901, Inc. (6-0)
Community Justice Council - Racial Disparities Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss discretionary funds allocated to the County Board for the Office of Justice Reform and Equity. Topics include weekend initial appearances and expanding age groups in the Community Restorative Court. The meeting also includes updates on the Community Justice Initiative and membership.
- Discussion regarding discretionary funds for the Office of Justice Reform and Equity
- Update on the Community Justice Initiative
- Update on CJC-RD membership
- Report from the Community Restorative Court staff
- Review of the 2023 subcommittee calendar
The subcommittee approved the December 6, 2022, meeting minutes and established a quarterly meeting schedule for 2023. Members discussed the Community Justice Center Initiative, the Office of Justice Reform and Equity, and potential uses for $500,000 in budget funding.
- Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Scheduled 2023 quarterly meetings for April 25, August 22, and December 5
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Dane County Commission on Sensitive Crimes meeting contains only procedural information. While members may attend the Public Protection & Judiciary Committee meeting, the Commission will not convene or conduct official business.
Personnel & Finance Committee
The committee will consider agreements for an affordable housing project located at 5601-5613 Holscher Road. Members will also review resolutions regarding urban forestry grants and a land use agreement for a new bicycle and pedestrian trail. Additionally, the committee will address several requests to waive bidding processes for various human services contracts.
- Agreements for affordable housing at 5601-5613 Holscher Road
- Acceptance of a 2023 Urban Forestry Grant from the WI DNR
- Land use agreement with WI DNR for a bicycle and pedestrian trail
- Bid waivers for various human services contracts
- Amending the 2023 budget to accept Evjue Foundation funds
The committee approved several bid waivers for human services, including mental health and housing case management. A proposed update to the county's civil service ordinance was postponed until February 6, 2023. Various resolutions for grants and project agreements were recommended for approval.
- Approved affordable housing project agreements at 5601-5613 Holscher Road (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2023 Urban Forestry grant from WI DNR (4-0)
- Recommended approval of bicycle and pedestrian trail land use agreement (4-0)
- Postponed civil service ordinance update (2022 OA-059) to 2/6/2023 (4-0)
- Approved bid waivers for Journey Mental Health, Centro Hispano, and YWCA Madison (4-0)
- Approved bid waiver for vehicle purchases across all departments (4-0)
- Approved Human Services Contract Addendums for Colonial Club and Equitable Social Solutions (4-0)
- Approved bills and accounts for January 23, 2023 (4-0)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The By Youth For Youth Subcommittee is meeting to review submitted grant applications. The meeting is being held virtually via Zoom.
- Review of submitted grant applications
The meeting was held via Zoom on January 23, 2023. The minutes record no formal decisions, votes, or approved actions. The session included a review of submitted grant applications.
Community Justice Council - Behavioral Health Subcommittee
The subcommittee will hold discussions regarding Intercept 3 for jails and courts and receive an update on the Crisis Triage Center. The meeting also includes a discussion of ordinance amendment 2022 OA-028, which concerns the name and membership of the Criminal Justice Council.
- Discussion on Intercept 3: Jails/Courts
- Update on Crisis Triage Center
- Discussion regarding ordinance amendment 2022 OA-028
- Review of December 16, 2022 meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2022 meeting. Members discussed mental health practices in the Dane County Jail and the upcoming RFP for a Crisis Triage Center. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved December 16, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Food Council Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group
The Dane County Food Council and Madison Food Policy Council will hold a joint meeting regarding regional agriculture and food sovereignty. The agenda includes discussions on local market development, land for cultivation, and farmland preservation.
- Review of November 11, 2022 minutes
- Discussion on local market development
- Discussion on land for cultivation
- Discussion on farmland preservation
- Brainstorming for next projects
The Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Work Group approved the minutes from November 11, 2022. The group discussed land cultivation requirements, the progress of the City Farmland Preservation Task Force, and potential stakeholder mapping projects.
- Approved November 11, 2022 minutes (2-0)
County Board
The Dane County Board is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to review an assessment regarding options for controlling the Dane County jail population. Dr. James Austin will present the findings from the 2022 RPT-631 assessment. No public testimony will be taken during this meeting.
- Presentation on Dane County jail population control options by Dr. James Austin
The meeting was procedural and recorded no substantive decisions. The board adjourned the session at 7:08 pm.
- Adjourned meeting at 7:08 pm (unanimous)
County Board
The Dane County Board met to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items included a collective bargaining agreement for law enforcement and adjustments to county highway speed limits. The board also reviewed various service contracts and lease amendments.
- Collective bargaining agreement for the Wisconsin Professional Police Association
- Ordinance adjusting speed limits on county highways
- Contract for RNG compressor services from Angi Energy Systems, LLC
- Lease amendment involving land at the Dane County Regional Airport
- Request to revise state real estate transfer fees revenue sharing formula
The County Board authorized general obligation bonds and promissory notes and declared a county emergency. The board also approved three zoning petitions and several contracts, while denying a proposed referendum for a $13.5 million bond issuance.
- Approved general obligation bonds and promissory notes (34-0)
- Denied referendum for $13.5M general obligation bonds (21-14)
- Adopted declaration of emergency in Dane County (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning for Tyrol Basin parking expansion (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning for Crystal Lake Park LLC (voice vote)
- Approved rezoning for material storage business at 1161 US Highway 14 (voice vote)
- Approved collective bargaining agreement for Police Association Supervisory Law Enforcement Unit (voice vote)
- Confirmed Carlos Pabellon as Dane County Corporation Counsel (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review resolutions regarding advisory referendums for a nonpartisan redistricting system and a right to privacy. The committee will also discuss budget amendments for cultural affairs and grant transfers for criminal justice reform.
- Advisory referendum on adopting a nonpartisan redistricting system (2022 RES-271)
- Advisory referendum on amending the Wisconsin Constitution to create a right to privacy (2022 RES-301)
- Budget amendment to accept EVJUE Foundation funds for cultural affairs (2022 RES-282)
- Transfer of U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for a community court (2022 RES-299)
- Review of 2023 program evaluation proposals (2022 ACT-245)
The committee recommended for approval resolutions regarding redistricting and privacy referendums, county executive appointments, and budget amendments for cultural affairs and criminal justice reform. The committee also selected a 2023 program evaluation focused on county employment demographics and workplace equity.
- Recommended approval of advisory referendum on nonpartisan redistricting (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of County Executive appointments (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of advisory referendum on right to privacy constitutional amendment (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of 2023 budget amendment to accept EVJUE Foundation funds for Office of Cultural Affairs (voice vote)
- Recommended approval of transferring U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for community court to Office for Criminal Justice Reform (voice vote)
- Selected Miles' proposal for 2023 program evaluation of county employment demographics and workplace equity (voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 12-15-22 meeting (voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 1-9-23 joint meeting with Personnel and Finance Committee (voice vote)
Food Council Food Plan Work Group
The Dane County Food Council and Madison Food Policy Council Food Plan Work Group will discuss food rescue assessments and the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 2023 USDA Regional Food System Partnership grant fundraising and the 2023 Farm Bill.
- Food Rescue Assessment
- Dane County Pandemic Food System Study
- 2023 USDA Regional Food System Partnership (RFSP) grant & fundraising
- USDA grant opportunities; statewide communication & partnerships
- Farm Bill 2023
The work group approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. Members discussed a potential food rescue landscape assessment and the status of the Dane County Pandemic Food System Study.
- Approved December 7, 2022 minutes (3-0)
Emergency Medical Services Commission
The Dane County EMS Commission will review the 2022 data overview and the 2023 annual report. The meeting includes discussions regarding CARES expansion and the Marshall/Sun Prairie consolidation. The commission will also consider the November 2022 meeting minutes.
- CARES Expansion discussion
- Marshall/Sun Prairie Consolidation discussion
- 2022 Data Overview review
- 2023 Annual Report
The commission approved the minutes from the November 2022 meeting. Members discussed 2022 EMS data, the expansion of the CARES program, and the dissolution of Marshall EMS. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved November 2022 minutes
Youth Commission
The Dane County Youth Commission is meeting virtually to discuss future meeting locations, frequency, and formats. The commission will also discuss using a Google Doc and connecting with various organizations. Additionally, members will consider the minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting.
- Discussion of future meeting formats (hybrid/in-person) and frequency
- Discussion regarding Google Doc usage and organizational connections
- Consideration of November 16, 2022, meeting minutes
The Commission decided to shift meetings back to an in-person format with a hybrid option for public comment. Members will be assigned to outreach organizations to encourage youth registration for the spring election.
- Approved November 16, 2022 minutes (5-0)
- Decided to shift meetings to in-person with hybrid public comment
- Agreed to assign point people for outreach to organizations regarding spring election youth registration
Tree Board
The scheduled meeting for the Dane County Tree Board on January 17, 2023, was canceled. The agenda included items regarding board vacancies and budget proposals.
Commission on Sensitive Crimes
The Dane County Commission on Sensitive Crimes meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The agenda includes consideration of previous minutes and updates from agencies, CCR, and legislative announcements.
- Consideration of minutes 2022 MIN-510 and 2022 1115 COSC
- Agency updates
- CCR updates
- Legislative announcements/updates
The commission approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting. No other formal actions were taken, though members provided agency updates regarding staffing shortages and service demands.
- Approved November 15, 2022 minutes (8-0)
UW Extension Committee
The committee will introduce two new educators and review minutes from the November 15, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation on On Farm Research Trials and a report from the Director.
- Introduction of new staff Ely Moya Malaver and Kula Yang
- Presentation on On Farm Research Trials by Will Fulwider
- Review of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes
- Director Report from Carrie Edgar
The committee approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting. Members received a presentation on cover crop research and a director's report regarding staffing and the Volunteer Income Tax Site.
- Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
Health & Human Needs Committee
The Health & Human Needs Committee will review December 2022 meeting minutes and consider several contract addenda. The committee will also receive a presentation regarding requested bid waivers for 2024 services.
- Agreements for an affordable housing project at 5601-5613 Holscher Road in McFarland
- Addendum for Colonial Club
- Addendum for Equitable Social Solutions
- Presentation on requested bid waivers for 2024 services
The Health & Human Needs Committee recommended approval for agreements regarding an affordable housing project at 5601-5613 Holscher Road. The committee also recommended approval for two contract addendums. A presentation was given regarding requested bid waivers for 2024.
- Approved December 8, 2022 minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of sub to Res-265 for affordable housing project at 5601-5613 Holscher Road (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Contract Addendum 2022 HSCA-010 for Colonial Club (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Contract Addendum 2022 HSCA-012 for Equitable Social Solutions (6-0)
Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
The committee will review resolutions regarding a land use agreement for a bicycle and pedestrian trail with the Wisconsin DNR. They will also consider accepting an urban forestry grant and a staff reclassification.
- Land use agreement between WI DNR and Dane County for bicycle and pedestrian trail construction
- Acceptance of a 2023 Urban Forestry Grant from the WI Department of Natural Resources
- Reclassification of an Account Clerk II to an Accounting Assistant in the Land and Water Resources Department
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee recommended approval for three resolutions, including a state forestry grant and a land use agreement for a bicycle and pedestrian trail. The committee also approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting.
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (MC 4/0, YGP 1/0)
- Recommended approval for reclassifying an Account Clerk II to Accounting Assistant in Land and Water Resources (MC 4/0, YGP 1/0)
- Recommended approval to accept a 2023 Urban Forestry Grant from the WI Department of Natural Resources (MC 4/0, YGP 1/0)
- Recommended approval for a land use agreement with the WI DNR for a bicycle and pedestrian trail (MC 4/0, YGP 1/0)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will conduct site inspections in preparation for the January 26, 2023 Public Hearing. This includes reviewing an appeal by Dane County Parks regarding access and a viewing corridor at 3359 Fish Camp Rd.
- Site inspection for Appeal 3723 (Fish Camp County Park)
- Variance request for shoreland vegetative buffer zone redevelopment
The Board of Adjustment met for a site inspection regarding a variance appeal for Fish Camp County Park. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.
- No action taken on Appeal 3723 regarding shoreland vegetative buffer zone variance
Park Commission
The Park Commission will review resolutions regarding an urban forestry grant and a land use agreement for a bicycle and pedestrian trail. The agenda also includes reviewing grant applications for the North Mendota NRA and Pope Farm Homestead. A closed session is planned to discuss potential property acquisitions.
- Acceptance of a 2023 Urban Forestry Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Land use agreement with the Wisconsin DNR for bicycle and pedestrian trail construction
- Conservation Fund Grant Application for the LENA LLC parcel, North Mendota NRA
- Conservation Fund Grant Application for Madison Area Food Pantry Gardens at Pope Farm Homestead
The Park Commission recommended approval for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urban forestry grant and a land use agreement for a bicycle and pedestrian trail. The commission also directed staff to prepare a resolution for a Conservation Fund grant request from the Town of Westport and Groundswell Conservancy.
- Recommended approval of 2023 Urban Forestry Grant from WI DNR (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Recommended approval of land use agreement with WI DNR for bicycle and pedestrian trail (6-0, YGP 1-0)
- Directed staff to prepare resolution for Conservation Fund grant to Town of Westport and Groundswell Conservancy (unanimous)
- Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, YGP 1-0)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission will review a Youth Art Equity Proposal and discuss funding for admission-free events. The meeting also includes a presentation from a 2022 Dane Arts Grant recipient.
- Youth Art Equity Proposal presented by Supervisor Xistris-Songpanya
- Discussion on funding admission-free events led by Chair Ritcherson
- Presentation by Maria Amalia Wood, 2022 Cycle 2 Dane Arts Grant Recipient
The Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission approved the acceptance of a $40,000 grant from the County Board for arts programming for underserved youth. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 11, 2022 meeting. A proposal regarding the funding of admission-free events was discussed but paused without a decision.
- Accepted $40,000 grant for art programs assisting underserved youth (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved November 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
Airport Commission
The commission will consider an ordinance amendment regarding fees for off-premise rental car operations. The agenda also includes reviewing marketing service agreements and land easements at the regional airport.
- Ordinance amendment for off-premise rental car operation fees (2022 OA-058)
- Amendment to on-call marketing and advertising services agreement (2022 RES-263)
- Authorization of a temporary limited easement at the airport (2022 RES-264)
- Lease assignments and amendments for land on Pankratz St (2022 RES-266)
The Commission recommended approval for an ordinance amending off-premise rental car operation fees and three resolutions regarding marketing services, a temporary land easement, and lease assignments. The body also approved mileage and per diem for members attending the meeting.
- Approved minutes of 12/14/2022 meeting (8-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 OA-058 amending fees for off-premise rental car operations (8-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-263 for on-call marketing and advertising services (8-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-264 for a temporary limited easement at the airport (8-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 RES-266 for lease assignments and amendments on Pankratz St (8-0)
- Approved mileage and per diem for members attending the January 11, 2023 meeting (8-0)
Traffic Safety Commission
The commission will discuss traffic crash reviews and recommendation themes. The meeting also includes updates and sharing of the commission's work. No specific action items are listed on this agenda.
- Traffic Crash Review
- Recommendation Themes
- Sharing Traffic Safety Commission Work
Zoning & Land Regulation Committee
The Zoning & Land Regulation Committee is reviewing a petition to change the zoning of a property in the Town of Rutland for a material storage business. The committee will also consider a preliminary plat for Glacier's Trail in the Town of Middleton.
- Rezoning 1161 US Highway 14, Town of Rutland, to Heavy Commercial District
- 2022 LD-016 Preliminary Plat - Glacier's Trail, Town of Middleton
- Report of approved Certified Survey Maps (2022 RPT-613)
The committee recommended approval of a rezoning petition for a commercial lot in the Town of Rutland and approved a preliminary plat for Glacier's Trail in the Town of Middleton. Both actions passed with unanimous 5-0 votes.
- Recommended approval of rezoning 1161 US Highway 14 from Rural Residential to Heavy Commercial for a material storage business (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Glacier's Trail in Town of Middleton subject to staff conditions (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the December 13, 2022 meeting (5-0)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission
The CDBG Commission will review funding recommendations for 2023 CDBG/HOME proposals. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice Chair and approval of the 2023 meeting schedule. Members will receive reports on December 2022 fund expenditures and loan activity.
- Election of CDBG Commission Vice Chair seat
- Funding recommendations for 2023 CDBG/HOME proposals
- Approval of the 2023 CDBG Commission meeting schedule
- Reports on December 2022 CDBG and HOME fund expenditures
- WWBIC Q3 RLF report
The Commission approved initial funding recommendations for 2023 CDBG/HOME proposals. These recommendations will move to a public hearing on February 21, 2023, before final recommendations are sent to the County Board. The Commission also appointed an interim Vice Chair.
- Approved initial funding recommendations for 2023 CDBG/HOME proposals (unanimous voice vote)
- Appointed Dave Ripp as interim Vice Chair of the CDBG Commission until April (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes of the November 28, 2022 CDBG-Application Review Team meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Tabled 2023 CDBG Commission meeting schedule for staff updates
Equal Opportunity Commission
The commission will vote to select a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023 term. Members will also decide on meeting days for the year and participate in an orientation for new commissioners.
- Election of 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair
- Selection of 2023 meeting days (Tuesday or Wednesday)
- Orientation presentation for new commissioners
- Review of October 13, 2022, meeting minutes
The Commission approved its 2023 meeting dates and reaffirmed its Chair and Vice-Chair. The body also tabled a decision on establishing a Secretary position until the next meeting.
- Adopted minutes from 10-13-2022 (unanimous voice vote)
- Reconsidered and confirmed 10/2022 election of Chair and Vice-Chair (5-1)
- Tabled motion to establish a Secretary position until next meeting (unanimous)
- Approved moving 2023 meetings to Tuesdays before the first County Board meeting of the month (unanimous)
Lakes & Watershed Commission - Executive Committee
The Lakes & Watershed Commission Executive Committee is reviewing the December 13, 2022, meeting minutes. The committee will also receive a report regarding work planning for 2023.
- Consideration of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes
- Report on 2023 work planning
The committee approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. Members requested future updates on PFAS, groundwater nitrites, and stormwater programs. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved December 13, 2022 minutes (4-0)
Area Agency on Aging Board
The board will receive various committee reports and discuss updates regarding age discrimination and the Regional Housing Strategy. The meeting also includes a report on the Health Equity Learning Collaborative.
- Regional Housing Strategy Update
- Age Discrimination Discussion Update
- Diversity Work Group Update
- Health Equity Learning Collaborative report
The board approved the minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though staff provided reports on federal funding and the Senior Nutrition meal program.
- Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding county contracts and financial authorizations. Items include bond authorizations, lease amendments at the regional airport, and a collective bargaining agreement for law enforcement.
- Authorization of general obligation bonds up to $13,500,000
- Bid waiver for an $859,800 police intercept utility contract with Kayser Ford
- Collective bargaining agreement for the Dane County Wisconsin Professional Police Association
- Establishment of a special revenue fund for opiate settlement funds
- Lease amendment involving land at the Dane County Regional Airport
The Personnel & Finance Committee recommended several contracts and appointments for approval, including the appointment of Carlos Pabellon as Corporation Counsel. The committee recommended the denial of a resolution for general obligation bonds not to exceed $13.5 million. One resolution regarding public health aide reclassification was postponed.
- Recommended approval of RNG compressor and offload station contract with Angi Energy Systems, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of lease assignment at Dane County Regional Airport (4-0)
- Recommended approval of contract for Wisconsin State Law Library (4-0)
- Recommended approval of collective bargaining agreement for Police Association Supervisory Law Enforcement Unit (4-0)
- Recommended approval of special revenue fund for opiate settlement funds (4-0)
- Recommended denial of resolution for general obligation bonds up to $13.5M (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Carlos Pabellon as Dane County Corporation Counsel (4-0)
- Approved bid waiver for Sheriff's Office Police Intercept Utility from Kayser Ford (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board
The Aging & Disability Resource Center Governing Board will meet to consider the November 14, 2022, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation by Angela Velasquez, DAS Division Administrator. Specific discussion and action items are not detailed in this agenda.
- Presentation by Angela Velasquez, DAS Division Administrator
- Consideration of November 14, 2022, meeting minutes
The board approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken, though the board received a presentation on the 2023 Year of Aging and a report on ADRC operations.
- Approved November 14, 2022 minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Youth Commission - By Youth For Youth Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review an overview of the process for submitted grant applications. The meeting is being held virtually via Zoom.
- Review of submitted grant applications process overview
The minutes for the January 9, 2023, meeting record no votes or formal decisions. The agenda included a review of submitted grant applications and a process overview.
Personnel & Finance Committee
The Personnel & Finance Committee met jointly with the Executive Committee to consider a resolution for a bond referendum election on April 4, 2023. The committee voted 4-2 to recommend denial of the resolution authorizing general obligation bonds up to $13,500,000.
- Resolution 2022 RES-279 for a bond referendum election on April 4, 2023
- Authorization of general obligation bonds not to exceed $13,500,000
- Committee vote of 4-2 to recommend denial of the resolution
The Personnel & Finance Committee voted to recommend the denial of a resolution that would have called for a referendum on April 4, 2023. The proposed referendum concerned the issuance of general obligation bonds not to exceed $13,500,000.
- Recommended denial of 2022 RES-279 regarding $13.5M general obligation bonds (3-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee and Personnel & Finance Committee are holding a joint meeting to consider Resolution 2022 RES-279. This resolution proposes a referendum election on April 4, 2023, regarding the authorization of general obligation bonds up to $13,500,000.
- Resolution 2022 RES-279 for a bond referendum election on April 4, 2023
- Authorization of general obligation bonds not exceeding $13,500,000
The Executive Committee reviewed a resolution to hold a referendum election on April 4, 2023, regarding the issuance of general obligation bonds. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for denial.
- Recommended denial of 2022 RES-279 regarding a referendum for bonds not to exceed $13,500,000 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Emergency Medical Services - Medical Advisory Subcommittee
The Medical Advisory Subcommittee will review the November 2022 meeting minutes. Discussion items include an update on East Madison Hospital trauma care, Lucas Device backboards, and a 2022 data update.
- East Madison Hospital Trauma Care Update
- Lucas Device Backboards discussion
- 2022 Data Update
- Review of November 2022 meeting minutes
The subcommittee approved the minutes from November 2022. Members discussed trauma care updates at East Madison Hospital and a proposed workflow for Lucas device backboards. The committee also reviewed 2022 EMS data.
- Approved November 2022 minutes
City-County Homeless Issues Committee
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will consider its 2023 work plan. The meeting includes a presentation on regional housing strategy and affordable housing options outside Madison. Members will also receive updates regarding men's shelter development and COVID-19 responses.
- Review of the 2023 CCHIC Work Plan
- Presentation on Regional Housing Strategy and affordable housing options
- Update on men's shelter development
- COVID-19 response updates
The committee unanimously approved the 2023 Work Plan as presented by City staff. Members also received a presentation on the Dane County Regional Housing Strategy and updates on men's shelter development and COVID response programs.
- Approved 12-05-22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 City County Homeless Issues Committee Work Plan (unanimous)
Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss and consider Supervisor Xistris-Songpanya's Youth Grant Proposal. The meeting also includes reviewing 2023 general goals and commissioner term expiration dates.
- Supervisor Xistris-Songpanya's Youth Grant Proposal
- Approval of November minutes
- Review of 2023 Commissioner term expiration dates
- Review of 2023 County Directives for Hybrid Meetings
The committee approved the November meeting minutes and moved the discussion regarding a $40,000 youth equity fund to the full commission meeting. Other items, including the prioritization of discussion topics for January through March, were not acted upon.
- Approved November Executive Committee minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved November Commission minutes for recommendation to full commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Advanced youth equity fund discussion to January full commission meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Dane County Broadband Task Force
The task force will review the minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Metropolitan Unified Fiber Network (MUFN) and reports regarding AECOM and Affordable Connectivity Program outreach.
- Presentation: Overview of Metropolitan Unified Fiber Network (MUFN)
- Report: Affordable Connectivity Program Outreach
- Report: AECOM Update
- Review of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
The Task Force approved the minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting. Members received a brief overview of the Metropolitan Unified Fiber Network and an update on the AECOM project timeline. Staff presented enrollment statistics and grant information regarding the Affordable Connectivity Program.
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Public Protection & Judiciary Committee
The committee will consider several resolutions, including a proposed bond referendum and budget amendments for the Jail Consolidation Project. Other items include contract awards and the confirmation of the County Corporation Counsel.
- $13,500,000 bond referendum election on April 4, 2023
- Capital budget amendment for the Jail Consolidation Project
- Contract award to the Wisconsin State Law Library
- Confirmation of Carlos Pabellon as Dane County Corporation Counsel
- Amendment to Solacom Guardian call taking solution contract
The committee recommended approval for several contracts and appointments, including the County Corporation Counsel. It postponed a capital budget amendment for jail consolidation and recommended denial of a resolution for a general obligation bond referendum.
- Recommended approval of contract for Wisconsin State Law Library (6-0)
- Recommended approval of resolution recognizing Office of Pretrial Services (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Carlos Pabellon as Dane County Corporation Counsel (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Solacom guardian call taking and phone update contract (6-0)
- Postponed resolution to amend capital budget for jail consolidation project (4-2)
- Recommended denial of resolution for April 4, 2023 referendum on $13.5M general obligation bonds (4-2)
- Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Dane County Library Board will review the December 2022 expenditure report and meeting minutes. The board will also receive a report from the Library Director Evaluation Committee. Additionally, members are scheduled to discuss the library tax levy and minimum appropriation.
- Approval of December 2022 expenditure/finance report
- Report from the Library Director Evaluation Committee
- Discussion regarding the library tax levy and minimum appropriation
- January 2023 Director's Report
The Library Board approved the minutes from December 1, 2022, and the December 2022 expenditure and finance report. The board entered and exited a closed session to consider the Library Director Evaluation Committee report. A discussion regarding the library tax levy and minimum appropriation was placed on file.
- Approved December 1, 2022 minutes (6-0)
- Approved December 2022 expenditure/finance report (6-0)
- Entered closed session for Library Director Evaluation Committee report (6-0)
- Exited closed session (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Lakes & Watershed Commission
The Lakes and Watershed Commission is holding a social gathering at the Lyman F Anderson Ag & Conservation Center on January 4, 2023. No commission action will be taken during this meeting.
Board of Health for Madison and Dane County
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will consider several resolutions regarding fund acceptances and personnel changes. This includes accepting American Rescue Plan Act funds for maternal and child health programs and state funds for overdose monitoring. The meeting also includes a communicable disease update.
- Reclassification of a Public Health Aide to a Clerk I-II
- Acceptance of ARPA funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program
- Acceptance of ARPA funds from the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families for the Maternal Child Health Program
- Authorization of line item budget transfers
- Acceptance of State of Wisconsin DHS funds for the Overdose Data to Action Project
The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County approved the acceptance of American Rescue Plan funds for maternal and child health programs. The board also authorized budget transfers and additional state funding for opioid-related projects. Additionally, the board recommended a staff reclassification.
- Approved minutes from December 5, 2022 (voice vote)
- Recommended approval for reclassifying a Public Health Aide to a Clerk I-II (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-01 to accept American Rescue Plan Funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-02 to accept American Rescue Plan Act Funds for the Maternal Child Health Program (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-03 for line item budget transfers (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution #2023-04 to accept Wisconsin Department of Health Services funds for Overdose Data to Action Project and Opioid Fatality Review (voice vote)
- Approved transition to in-person meetings starting in March at 5:30PM (voice vote)
Henry Vilas Zoo Commission
The Henry Vilas Zoo Commission meeting includes the election of a Vice-Chair and the consideration of minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting. No other specific presentations or reports are listed on this agenda.
- Election of the Vice-Chair
- Consideration of November 1, 2022, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the previous meeting minutes and elected a new Vice Chair. The body received a report on Zoo Lights revenue, membership conservation funding, and updates on signage and DEI training.
- Approved 2022 MIN-489 minutes (voice vote)
- Elected Sarah Justus as Vice Chair (unanimous)
Public Works & Transportation Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance to adjust speed limits on county highways and a lease amendment at the Regional Airport. They will also review several contract change orders for fencing and building renovations in Fitchburg and Madison.
- Ordinance amendment to adjust speed limits on county highways
- Lease assignment and amendment for land at Dane County Regional Airport
- Contract change order for fencing and gate installation at 7102 US Hwy 12&18
- Multiple contract change orders for the Emergency Management Building remodel in Fitchburg
- Contract award for Sustainability Campus Development Assistance
The committee recommended several ordinances and resolutions for approval, including changes to county highway speed limits and a regional airport lease. They also approved 10 contract change orders for fencing and building remodels.
- Recommended approval of speed limit adjustments on county highways (4-0)
- Recommended approval of lease assignment and amendment at Dane County Regional Airport (4-0)
- Recommended approval of chain link fencing contract change order #1 with Patriot Fence and Construction, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of highway satellite building change order #1 with Kenneth F. Sullivan Co. (4-0)
- Recommended approval of emergency management building remodel change order #25 with Foxarneson, Inc. (4-0)
- Recommended approval of sustainability campus development assistance contract (4-0)
- Approved 10 contract change orders for fencing and emergency management building remodels (all 4-0)
- Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)