Public Works Committee - MINUTES - 1/26/1998
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING - CITY OF MUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MONDAY, January 26, 1998
The meeting was called to order at 7:11 PM by Chairman Domonic D’Acquisto. Committee
member present was Ald. Don Pionek. Also present were, Ald. Mark Slocomb, Highway
Supt., John Loughney, Director of Planning Matt Sadowski, Mike Campbell (Ruekert & Mielke)
and Mayor David De Angelis. Committee member Ald. Donna Woodard was excused.
Chairman D’Acquisto noted that the meeting was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting
Law on January 22, 1998.
STATUS OF PROJECTS - The following item was reported on:
Muskego Theater - Mike Campbell reported that revised plans are forthcoming with regard to
the entrance onto Tans Drive. Making the entry a one-way was discussed as an option, but
due to safety concerns and ease of plowing, this would not be a good choice.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discuss Urban/rural Drainage - Ald. Slocomb discussed the Boxhorn/Groveway channel and
the Bluhm Creek channel. Kristi Rogers will be working on the sites and will be developing a
punch list of areas requiring attention for these sites. John Loughney questioned the
designation of a detention pond in the Bluhm Creek area several years ago abutting a private
residence. The Mayor will look at old profiles to determine if this is correct.
Status of projects - Big Muskego Lake - Big Muskego Lake boat launch dredging will be
completed this week, weather permitting.
Further review of cul-de-sac/grading Adrian Drive - Based on questions raised at the
November 24, 1997 Public Works meeting, Matt Sadowski provided a comprehensive project
history to the Committee. Matt spoke with Attorney Molter regarding the ordinances and how
they pertain to a “temporary” cul-de-sac. According to the Attorney, the ordinances only apply
to “permanent” cul-de-sac’s. Discussion regarding the need for the installation of a temporary
cul-de-sac. John Loughney indicated that they are installed when the potential exists for a
road to eventually go through. Future use of the land in question was discussed. Mike
Campbell indicated that there are two areas that need attention before the plan can be
approved. The sub base and the asphalt levels need to be increased to accommodate snow
plows and large vehicles. Alternate configurations (making a “T”) in lieu of the cul-de-sac were
discussed. Ald. Pionek moved to have property owner and/or project engineer discuss with
John Loughney the best method to be used on the site and to install a sub base and pavement
which conforms with the standards set forth in the City of Muskego. Seconded by Ald.
D’Acquisto. Vote 2-0, carried by all.
Update on Loomis Drive - Status of street lights - According to John Loughney, the Electric
Company is working on the project. Payment reimbursement will be sought for this project with
the bill being sent to Assemblyman Gunderson and then forwarded to the DOT for payment.
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Further review of Public Works Plan Flow Chart/Implementation and approval of process - Matt
Sadowski provided a proposed submittal procedure (attached) for projects which require input
from Public Works and Public Utilities Committees. The total process would take from
submission to approval approximately 43 days, if each step is followed and the developer
adheres to the schedule deadlines. Discussion regarding the viability of a “fast track” in the
process was discussed along with the case-by-case handling of hardship cases. Committee
members and those interested are instructed to look over the proposed process and provide
Matt with any modifications to improve the flow of the plan. Ald. Pionek moved to defer for
further study. Ald. D’Acquisto seconded. Vote 2-0, carried by all.
NEW BUSINESS
Discuss tapering issue of ingress/egress lanes - Steeplechase & Gold Drive - According to
Mike Campbell, plans with existing and proposed grades are to be submitted to R&M. To-date
these plans have not been received. Ald. Pionek questioned why tapers are being required on
this site. The Mayor provided some examples of tapers on various roads, typically on an as-
needed basis. Ald. Pionek moved to table item until plans are submitted for review. Ald.
D’Acquisto seconded. Vote 2-0, carried by all.
COMMUNICATION AND MISCELlANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW - Mike
Campbell mentioned that the Deer Creek subdivision topic need to have further research as
well as become an agenda item in the near future.
Ald. Pionek mentioned the Moreland Road extension and the items that need to be attended to
if the project is going to occur. Discussion regarding what has been done on the site with
regard to surveys performed and what costs the City would incur vs. what a developers portion
of the cost would be. The Mayor and Ald. Pionek will meet to discuss specific concerns on this
topic.
John Loughney discussed a past project on Hwy 36 which is now owned by the DOT. Noxious
weeds were discovered on the property in question and proper notification was sent to inform
the owners that the weeds needed to be removed or the City would mow the property at a cost
to the owner. A $518.40 bill was sent to cover the cost of mowing. To-date this has not been
paid. The DOT has informed John Loughney that the mowing destroyed the wildflowers which
were planted there with the intention of choking out the noxious weeds. The proper individual
within the DOT needs to be contacted again to have his matter handled.
John Loughney recommends the surface course paving on Hi-View, Acker, Northview be
delayed, allowing time for any potential settlement or road base failures to be addressed prior
to surface course paving. Both Ald. D’Acquisto and Ald. Pionek concur with Loughney’s
recommendation.
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT - John Loughney mentioned that a meeting taking
place on January 29, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. at Franklin City Hall. The topic will be the City of
Muskego taking over Hwy 36.
ADJOURNMENT - Being no further business to discuss, Ald. Pionek moved to adjourn the
meeting at 8:59 PM. Ald. D’Acquisto seconded. Vote 2-0, carried by all.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Gulgowski
Recording Secretary