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BMLCommM19930323BIG MUSKEGO LAKE/BASS BAY PROTECTION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MARCH 23, 1993 The meeting was called to order at 7:41 P.M. by Mayor Salentine. Also present were Commissioners Patterson, Dumke, Misko, Sanders, Schneider, Simmons and Taube, City Clerk Marenda and Deputy Clerk Blenski. Also present were Deputy Commissioners Flancher, Jones, and Pilak. Attorney Molter arrived at 8:15 P.M. Commissioner Patterson moved for approval of minutes of meeting held January 26, 1993. Commissioner Misko seconded. Carried. Mr. Mohsen Amiran, a chemist with BioGenesis Enterprises, Inc., gave a short presentation about the possibility of a dredging project his company is considering to remove sediment from the lake. Mr. Spruck, a partner to Mr. Amiran, also appeared. This project may be completed without a cost to the district as the sediment that is removed can be sold. Preliminary findings indicate that there are no toxic chemicals in the lake. The total time frame for the project would be about two to three years. Mr. Amiran stated that additional information will have to be obtained before any commitment can be made by Biogenesis. Mr. Robert Klenz spoke in favor of this endeavor. Commissioner Simmons moved to have deputy commissioners pursue project. Seconded by Commissioner Dumke. Carried 7-0. Deputy Commissioner Pilak reported on the status of the Priority Lake Designation Program. The last meeting was held December 3. "Program is going full steam ahead." The next meeting will take place Thursday, March 25 at 4:00 P.M. A logo has been chosen. Commissioner Sanders stated that people in the Ryan Road area will be invited to the next Public Utilities Committee Meeting. Mayor asked if Priority Lakes money would be available for use. Deputy Commissioner Jones responded no, however, low interest loans are available. Commissioner Dumke gave an update on the status of the transfer of Big Muskego Lake Dam. The Council members and City Engineers have expressed concerns about the acceptance of the dam. A draw down will allow further inspection of the dam. Deputy Commissioner Pilak stated a practice run may take place this fall. The Public Utilities Committee has recommended to direct the City Engineers to commence with the design of the Hwy. 36 lift station and interceptors (Southeast Sewer Project). This item is on Council agenda for this evening. Big Muskego Lake/Bass Bay Protection & Rehabilitation District Board of Commissioners Meeting March 23, 1993 Page 2 Proposed public access and the status of the EPA grant was discussed. Deputy Commissioner Pilak has been unsuccessful in his attempts to contact Mr. Klauser. Mayor Salentine and Commissioner Dumke will pursue this matter. The grant is on hold due to the uncertainties regarding the public access and the proposed draw down. There was discussion relating to Tax Key No. 2270.995 as to whether or not it was in or out of the district. Deputy Commissioners will continue to review as determination could not be made at the present time. Commissioner Patterson moved to adjourn at 8:17 P.M. Commissioner Schneider seconded. Carried. TXTCITY/COUNCIL: BMLM0323 3/93jmb .T' Respectfully submitted, ktyJnOK. Marenda, CMC Clerk