Public Works Committee - MINUTES - 3/27/2000
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING - CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MONDAY, March 27, 2000
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 P.M. by Chairman Pionek. Committee
members Ald. Kathy Chiaverotti and Ald. Nancy Salentine were present. Also
present were Public Works Supt. Wayne Delikat, Interim Director Building/Inspector Al Biwer, and
Sean McMullen (Ruekert Mielke). And those per the attached sheet.
The meeting was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law on March 23, 2000.
Review of Minutes of Meeting Held February 28, 2000 - Ald. Chiaverotti questioned the cost
associated with the Bass Bay Basin 3000 and the $6,000 approved at last months meeting. Ald.
Chiaverotti asked who would absorb the costs of the proposed project? Sean stated that those
involved in the project would absorb the remainder of the costs.
At the March 14, 2000 Common Council Meeting, the Wiza Cad-Cam settlement wording on the
February 28, 2000 meeting minutes was requested to be amended by Ald. Chiaverotti. The Final
release for the settlement should include that “the City’s execution of the acknowledgment was
recommended by legal counsel.” The Recording Secretary will make the necessary adjustments
to the wording. The Minutes were placed on file.
STATUS OF PROJECTS - The following items were reported on:
Police Firing Range - Sean reports that money has been received from the Federal government.
The project has begun construction, and the gravel path and building footings have been installed.
Additionally, the construction crew hit a septic system. A 1,000 gallon holding tank will be installed
between the existing garage and existing building on the property.
Muskego Theater - Ms. Zmudzinski and Tom Chiconas have spoken to one another. She has
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installed the additional silt fence and erosion bales requested by the City. The March 15 deadline
for restoration has expired. The letter of credit balance is being reviewed for completion by the
City. At this time, prices to complete the work range from $25,000-$40,000. The letter of credit for
the project is not sufficient to cover these costs. At this time, the Committee has determined that
the pond is the most urgent project that needs to be completed properly. R&M will determine a
price to finalize the cost of the pond. The only recourse the City has against this individual for
failure to comply is to fine the owner $100.00 per day until work requested is completed.
Woods Road Reconstruction - The State Historical Preservation office has deemed two
properties to be “historical” (located in Phase I and Phase III). The City will need to file another set
of documents prior to the start of construction. The temporary limited easement descriptions are
being drawn up and will be ready in the middle of April. Construction is scheduled to begin in mid-
May 2001.
New Library Project - The Public Works Department has completed the curb islands. The light
poles should be corrected by the middle of next week. Restoration is scheduled to begin mid-April
with a mid-May completion.
Moorland Road South Extension - The overlays for the southern portion (south of McShane) are
being completed. Once the overlays have been completed a meeting will be scheduled.
Tess Corners Pond Expansion - Waukesha County has expressed an interest in cost-sharing this
endeavor.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discuss Urban/Rural Drainage - Wayne reports that cross culverts are being replaced on roads
that are slated to be re-paved this year.
Status of Public Works Committee Procedures and Policies - The Committee reviewed a
document containing several edited policies as well as several new additions supplied by Ald.
Pionek. The revised document is attached. Ald. Pionek also encourages the members of this
Committee to review the old policies and procedures to determine if any others should be included
in this document.
Review Ordinance on Residential Downspout and Sump Pump run-off - Sean provided a
revised document with wording that is acceptable to the City Attorney. The City Attorney has
asked that this Committee approve the document prior to his approval. Discussion on the choice of
the word “adjoining” describing properties with one owner but more than one Tax Key number.
Sean reports that the City Attorney want’s that word to be used due to it’s broad interpretation. The
Committee does not like the word adjoining for that very reason. Sean believes that this statement
should be in Chapter 18 of the Land Division Ordinance as opposed to Chapter 16 where it initially
is. The Committee was in favor of that change and directed Sean to move the statement to
Chapter 18. Additionally, Sean incorporated the proposed Item #5 into the existing Item #2 (Re:
cross drainage easements). Ald. Salentine moved to approve the Ordinance, Chapter 16.20
(Sump Line Discharge) with the amendments per the revised document. Seconded by Ald.
Chiaverotti. Carried by all.
Further Discussion of Bass Bay Basin 3000 - R&M was directed provide a preliminary sketch
and cost estimates for the construction of the basin not to exceed $6,000. Sean reports that this
will be ready for next months meeting.
Further Discussion on Meeting With City of New Berlin on Drainage Issues - Ald. Chiaverotti
briefly discussed the lack of interest on behalf of New Berlin to work to correct the current drainage
issues. Last year, this Committee suggested to the Mayor that Legal Counsel should be contacted
to determine what recourse, if any the City has. That was not explored instead meetings with New
Berlin were held to determine if those affected could work together. At this juncture, it does not
appear that New Berlin is interested in any joint efforts and this Committee would like to see what
legal options are open to the City on this issue.
Update on Pizur Property - Due to the need of legal drainage easements and full cooperation of
all of the properties near the Pizur property, it does not appear that the City will be able to assist in
this issue. When and if all the neighbors wish to cooperate, then the City will be able to help.
Results of Storm Sewer Pipe Testing - North Cape Farms - Sean showed the Committee a video
shot in November, 1999. Some of the joints have begun to open as well as a major failure due to a
Wisconsin Electric pole truck going over a portion of the pipe. The pipe was fixed. Additionally,
Sean reports that some of the pipe has started to “egg” (no longer round but oval in shape). This is
not a major problem. Ald. Pionek also requested from Sean a written report on the pipe testing
results. Sean will provide that data when available. Testing will occur again in the near future due
to the development approaching 80% completion. Al Biwer stated that the installation of the ADS
pipe is much more complex than the traditional pipe. Discussion regarding the pros and cons of
both ADS and PVC pipe.
NEW BUSINESS
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Discuss Status of Little Muskego Lake Dam - At last month’s meeting Sean reported that an 11
millimeter crack has been discovered. New crack monitors have been ordered but will not be
delivered for another 2 weeks. The old monitors only register cracks up to 11 millimeters
(approximately ½ inch). Sean informed the Committee that restoration may need to be performed
on these cracks.
Re-review Champions Village - Phase 3 - The Mayor requested that this Committee re-review the
plans. The Committee was told by Sean that essentially only the new Phase 3 needs to be re-
reviewed but the Committee had concerns over the entire plan and how it would work with the new
stormwater management practices incorporated during the past few years since this plan was
“approved”. Lack of easement identification, request for the as builts to be extended an additional
200 feet, erosion control measure approval and drainage easements were all areas that need to be
added. Mr. Jeffrey Barczak was present to express his concern and confusion over the
Committee’s need to potentially “re-approve” plans that had been approved 4 years ago. Mr.
Barczak was confident that this design will accommodate the City’s needs. Sean also wishes to
add as a condition to the final approval the following statement. “A swale or ditch shall be installed
along the south and west line of Champions Village Phase III so that there is no adverse impact or
additional drainage onto the adjacent lots.” The Committee stated to Mr. Barczak that they are
bound by the policies and procedures set in this Committee and when a plan comes to them for
review, new polices and Ordinances must be considered prior to their granting approval regardless
of when initial approval was given. These procedures are necessary in order to stop future
problems with drainage years from now. The Committee will have Sean review this situation with
the City Attorney to determine to what degree, if any this Committee can change an existing,
approved plan. If changes are permitted, per the City Attorney, R&M will provide the developer
with a comprehensive report of the necessary changes to comply with current regulations. The
developer also will be conferring with his legal counsel to determine recourse he may have with
regard to this situation. Ald. Salentine moved to defer until legal counsel is obtained.
Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Ald. Salentine moved to withdraw her motion, seconded by
Ald. Chiaverotti. Ald. Salentine moved to direct Sean McMullen to confer with the City
Attorney regarding this issue. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all. Sean McMullen,
Don Pionek and Jeffrey Barczak will meet to discuss changes, if any. Place notice on Thursday
and hold a special meeting on Friday if possible.
Review Quotes for Patrol Truck - Wayne reports that 2 quotes were received for the purchase of
a 2000 patrol truck with wing and sander. Badger Truck ($91,564) and Lakeside International
($90,895). Funds to come from the Department of Public Works Operating Budget ($92,000 was
budgeted). Ald. Salentine moved to approve Lakeside International’s bid of $90,895.
Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all.
Discuss Policy for all Grading Plans to be Approved by Engineer and Erosion Inspector - Ald.
Pionek suggested that this additional wording be added to the current policy. “Upon putting a
grading plan and a erosion plan on the agenda, the PW Committee shall be supplied with an
approval letter from the City Engineer and the Erosion Control Inspector, or the item will be
deferred.” The Committee was in favor of this additional wording.
Review Request to have City Cover Cost of Storm Culvert - Durham Drive (Knopick) - At last
month’s meeting the Committee briefly heard about the issue from Ald. Slocomb. The resident was
invited to attend this evening’s meeting to discuss her situation. Mrs. Knopick stated that the
problem has been going on for approximately 2 ½ years. The owners have been cutting their own
weeds and taking the material to the dump. The ditch was too steep to be maintained by the City
according to Mrs. Knopick. The owners are confused as to why they have been billed for the
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culvert when they have done all of the work to maintain the ditch due to the poor ditching that was
done by the City. Ald. Pionek questioned the owner if they requested the installation of the
culvert? The owner stated that they requested the culvert as a final measure to attempt to gain
some drainage and minimize the standing water. Wayne stated that it was a steep ditch but not
necessarily large. The residents daughter requested the culvert and according to Wayne, was
satisfied with the work and the price charged. Mrs. Knopick was reminded by the Committee that
the maintenance of ditches as well as weed removal was the responsibility of the residents. Ald.
Salentine and Chiaverotti stated that they could not support this request due to the precedent it
could set with other residents in similar situations. Wayne will perform a site visit and will have
additional ditching work done if necessary. Ald. Salentine moved to deny the request for
reimbursement. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all.
ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS - None
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW - Ald.
Slocomb, on behalf of the Committee, wished Ald. Pionek well as he competed his final Public
Works Meeting.
DEPUTY BUILDING DIRECTOR'S REPORT - None
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT - None
ADJOURNMENT - Being no further business to discuss, Ald. Salentine moved to
adjourn the meeting at 10:16 P.M. Ald. Chiaverotti seconded. Carried by all.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Gulgowski
Recording Secretary