Public Works Committee - MINUTES - 10/28/1996PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE - CITY OF NUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1996
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Chairman
D'Acquisto. Also present were Committee members Suhr and
Pionek, Mayor DeAngelis, Public Works Superintendent Loughney,
Mike Campbell (Ruekert & Mielke), Ald. Salentine, Ald. Rasmussen, and those per the attached list.
The Committee noted that the meeting was posted in accordance
with the Open Meeting Law.
The Committee reviewed minutes of previous meeting.
Mike Campbell reported on the status of the Lannon Drive turn
lane. Ruekert & Mielke has staked the area twice, and work is
about half complete. No payment has been made to contractor and
liquidated damages are now accruing. Mike will continue to
contact contractor to have necessary work completed.
Mike Campbell updated the Committee on the status of Moorland
Road extension. There was a meeting with the State and County regarding signals at the intersection of College Avenue and
Moorland Road, and plans are being finalized.
Mike Campbell advised the Committee on the status of the LML
HEC-2 Report, which has been reviewed with the DNR. They have
requested additional mapping. A formal packet will be presented
to the DNR when mapping is complete. A Public Hearing will be
held after that time. Ald. Suhr moved to approve an
expenditure not to exceed $Z,OOO.OO for additional topographic mapping of City Hall Site with money to be taken from the
Miscellaneous Engineering account or other account specified by the Mayor or City Clerk-Treasurer. Seconded by Ald. Pionek,
motion carried 3-O.
The Mayor advised that there is nothing new to report on the
road bond for WRR for damage done to roads as part of the Jewel Crest Dredging Project. The road repairs have been completed
other than a portion of Diamond Drive.
The Committee reviewed status of B. Michaels access driveway.
Ald. D'Acquisto advised that the matter went to court on October 4, 1996, and an out-of-court settlement is being pursued by
respective attorneys.
The Committee reviewed drainage plans for Boldt Development with
Ms. Omeara and their engineer, Bill Gruetzmacher from G.A.S.
Mike Campbell presented his letter of October 23, 1996 listing
his concerns with plan as presented. Ald. Pionek questioned
freeboard of detention pond. Committee stated that a minimum
of one ft. freeboard above spillway will be required. Ald.
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Suhr moved to accept drainage plans, subject to changes recommended in October 23,
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1996 letter from Ruekert & Mielke. Seconded by Ald. Pionek, motion carried 3-O.
Discussion on vacation of alley-way - Muskego Liquor will be placed on next Public Services Committee agenda.
Mike Campbell discussed status of acceptance of improvements for
Lakeview Highlands South. Curb repair has been completed but
asphalt work has not. Lakeview Highlands North has not been paved. Ald. Suhr moved to defer acceptance of improvements for
Lakeview Highlands North and South until such time as
correspondence is received from Planning Department recommending approval. Seconded by Ald. Pionek, motion carried 3-O.
The Committee discussed status of permit for Groveway Lane
ditching with Ald. Rasmussen. Ald. D'Acquisto advised that Mark
Paulat will advise of status in memo form.
The Committee discussed different methods of bonding for City streets when projects are being undertaken. Possibilities of
Letter of Credit, cash bond, certificates of deposit, or cash
were discussed. Ald. D'Acquisto suggested a $25,000.00 limit be
set for submittal of a Certificate of Deposit or cash bond, and amounts larger to be covered by a Letter of Credit with City
listed as the insured. Mike Campbell stated that changing the
requirements for bond postings may affect future bidding by
small contractors who may be unable to provide cash bond for projects.
The Committee discussed release of Zaretzke Marine Construction
road bond. The Committee reviewed recommendation from Ruekert 6 Mielke to retain $330.00 and refund $4,670.00. Ald. Suhr moved
for release of $4,670.00 to Zaretzke Marine Construction.
Seconded by Ald. Pionek, motion carried 3-O.
Mayor discussed with the Committee the jurisdictional authority
over Janesville Road which has been discussed several times with
Waukesha County. supt. Loughney advised of letter received from
the County this past July stating that County will take
responsibility of erecting signs. However, a sign that was
recently requested has not been put up by the County. Ald.
D'Acquisto suggested an appeal be made to the County Executive's
office to obtain an answer as to jurisdictional authority for Hwy. L. Ald. Suhr moved that correspondence be sent to County
Executive requesting an answer. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto,
motion carried 3-O.
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Mike Campbell updated the Committee on the status of bids for
the Freedom Square storm sewer reroute. Mike presented memo from Mark Paulat regarding the project costs and cost sharing
with DNR. Mike noted that the unit costs submitted are higher
than those previously submitted, and that ponds will need to be
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expanded in order for this project to work. Ald. Pionek moved to defer. Seconded by Ald. Suhr, motion carried 3-O.
The Committee reviewed bids received for 1979 Ford patrol truck
as follows:
Mike Lang $6,333.78
Richard Budnik $6,000.00
Robert Schaefer $6,095.00
Ald. Suhr moved to accept high bid of Mike Lang in the amount of
$6,333.78. Seconded by Ald. Pionek, motion carried 3-O.
The Committee discussed drainage concern on Woods Road with Ald. Rasmussen. Ald. Rasmussen questioned if City wants to address
drainage issue on private property, which property owner has
stated he is willing to undertake with some compensation/
assistance from the City. Ald. Pionek moved to defer action on
this item til next meeting to allow time for the Committee to view site. Seconded by Ald. Suhr, motion carried 3-O.
supt. Loughney reported fencing will be put up at the Municipal
Garage.
Ald. D'Acquisto advised that firmer stance will be taken by
Public Works Committee regarding submission of "Request for
Action" forms.
Ald. D'Acquisto stated that individuals who place items on the
agenda be present at the meeting to present the item, or if they
are unable to attend the meeting, advise the Committee in writing of same.
Ald. Suhr moved to adjourn at 9:50 p.m. Seconded by Ald.
Pionek, motion carried 3-O.
Respectfully submitted,
John Loughney Public Works Superintendent l jz
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