Public Works Committee - MINUTES - 5/22/2000
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING - CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved (corrected)
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MONDAY, May 22, 2000
Chairman Salentine called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Committee members Ald. Kathy
Chiaverotti and Ald Patrick Patterson were present. Also present were Public Works Supt. Wayne
Delikat, Interim Director Building/Inspector Al Biwer, Ald. Mark Slocomb, Ald. Le Doux and Sean
McMullen (Ruekert Mielke). And those per the attached sheet.
The meeting was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law on May 19, 2000.
Review of Minutes of Meeting Held April 24, 2000 – The Committee reviewed the minutes and
had them placed on file. Ald. Chiaverotti mentioned that on these meeting minutes she did receive
a call from the Gaffney property owners however, they are not experiencing water problems.
Wayne did investigate and found that there was no problem.
STATUS OF PROJECTS - The following items were reported on:
Police Firing Range - Sean reports that Wisconsin Testing Lab had done some soil work to
determine the nature of the problem with the top of the berms cracking. Wisconsin Testing Lab
determined that the cracking has been caused by shrinkage from loss of moisture in the fill. A
claim from Superior Western was received by the City in the amount of $36,000 for additional time
and materials on this project. R&M recommends that the City perform the maintenance on the
berms and close-out the Change order and pay Superior Western the $17,000 currently owed to
them. If this is done, Superior will drop the $36,000 claim. The structural integrity of the berm was
questioned by Ald. Slocomb. Sean indicated that if defects can be proven to be in the
workmanship, it would then be up to Superior Western to rectify. Because the City supplied the
materials (soil) the City is responsible for the integrity of the materials used.
Muskego Theater – Sean will be attending tomorrow evenings Finance Committee Meeting to
discuss a revised Bankers Agreement. Initially it was determined that $56,000 remained in the
Letter of Credit, after further review, only $28,000 remain, leaving a $37,000 shortfall to complete
the restoration work. Due to the increase in the financial obligation of the theater owners, a new
repayment schedule will have to be created. At this time, a 25 year repayment schedule would
bring the monthly cost to approximately $258.00. The work is scheduled to begin the second week
of June.
Woods Road Reconstruction – After performing a title search for several properties thought to be
in the Right of Way it was determined that the City had ample room for the roadway. Easement
signatures will be obtained. At this time a March 20, 2001 bid opening is scheduled for this project.
Freedom Square Pond - Sean is awaiting a decision on the TIF District.
LML Dam – Sean reports that the cracks are at 6 millimeters. Monitoring will continue through
most of the summer. Maintenance of the dam may need to be performed if the cracks do not
recede by August.
New Library Project - Restoration and paving will be done by June. Durrant Architects will pay for
the lowering of the culvert to repair their design error.
Moorland Road South Extension – No meeting was held on this project. The Moorland Road
South corridor issues need to be addressed by the Committee of the Whole. Sean has load
computations and traffic counts. Sean would like to see the extension go to OO rather than
McShane for the mapping process. Severe wetland crossing issues will occur if the road is moved.
Ald. Chiaverotti moved to request a full presentation of the Moorland Road South Extension
at the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Seconded by Ald. Patterson. Carried by all.
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Tess Corners Pond Expansion –BRW, Waukesha County’s engineering firm is near completion
of the 90% preliminary plans.
Drainage Issues/City of New Berlin – Please see New Business #3
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discuss Urban/Rural Drainage - Wayne reports that it has been too wet for his department to do
any ditching work. Additionally, Mrs. Knopick who last month refused to pay for culvert work she
requested has indicated to Wayne that she plans on fighting the charge ($550.00). 2 options
remain for Wayne to use, either remove the culvert that was placed in the ditch or place the
$550.00 on the property owners tax bill. The Committee is in favor of placing the monies owed on
the residents tax bill. Wayne will also be considering obtaining a signature and request for service
document from future residents requesting specific work on their property to ensure that the City
recovers the cost of the work requested and performed. Wayne also indicated that his department
is approximately 2-3 weeks behind in the 2000 Roads Program due to the weather.
Status of Public Works Committee Procedures and Policies – No changes to the document
were suggested by the Committee at this time. Recording Secretary will send copies of the
document to Ald. Patterson and Ald. LeDoux.
Further Discussion of Storm Sewer Oversizing - Sean is awaiting engineering criteria for this
issue. At this time Ordinances are being re-written for Muskego by R&M personnel.
NEW BUSINESS
Discuss Creation of a Stormwater Utility - Discussion regarding who ultimately pays for the
oversizing of storm sewers, the City or the future developers? Sean is not in favor of the creation
of a Stormwater Utility. The Committee was split on who should bare the brunt of the costs. Sean
will provide the Committee members 2 versions the Oversizing Ordinance for the Committee to
review at next months meeting.
Final Recommendation of Fee Schedule – Wayne provided the Committee with the 2000 fee
schedule he had intended on using. Due to a lack of a vote at the beginning of the year and
approval of the schedule, he was unable to do so. Ald. Patterson questioned the 50% increase in
fees for concrete. Wayne and Sean concurred that at this time concrete costs have increased by
50% and now, many contractors are tacking on an additional cost for fuel. Ald. Chiaverotti moved
to approve the 2000 Fee Schedule. Seconded by Ald. Patterson. Carried by all.
Discussion of Stormwater Options with City of New Berlin/Tess Corners Creek – Sean has
been working with the City Engineer for New Berlin to create a stormwater management District. At
this time a 625 acre parcel is being considered for a park-like regional basin that would help to hold
the water coming from New Berlin. The park area would be located in New Berlin. Muskego would
help to defray the cost of construction for the regional basin however, New Berlin would be able to
recapture portions of their cost from the developers who chose to locate in the area. This solution
is one of the few viable options agreeable, in concept to both parties. In lieu of a lengthy court
battle between Muskego and New Berlin. This regional facility will not affect the Tess Corners
Creek project. The City of Muskego would not be reimbursed by the future developments, this will
only help slow the water from New Berlin to Muskego. Grant funds could be used to pay for
Muskego’s portion. New Berlin would have to abide by standards Muskego sets up for this District.
Also, an inter-municipal maintenance agreement would be created to ensure that the facility is
properly maintained over the years. Ald. Slocomb also suggested that standards could be made
more stringent in the agreement, if deemed necessary by the DNR or other entity. This agreement
would help areas already affected with drainage issues (Fountainwood). Ald. Patterson moved to
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place this item on the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti.
Carried by all.
Discuss Muskego Volunteer Fire Company Stormwater Management Plan - The plan for
Firehouse #2 on Racine Avenue was supplied for review. Sean indicated that only one issue
needed to be resolved. The 12 inch ADS (black corrugated plastic pipe with smooth inner walls)
pipe was proposed but cannot be used. Corrugated metal or reinforced concrete are the allowable
materials. The Fire Department chose to use the reinforced concrete pipe. Due to the fact that this
plan was not provided to the Committee members for review prior to the meeting, Ald. Patterson
moved to defer until next month’s meeting. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all.
After further discussion it was determined that the Fire Department was not at fault for the lack of
materials to Committee members prior to the meeting. Since it was not their fault, Ald. Patterson
moved for reconsideration. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all. Sean stated to the
Committee that he had reviewed the plan completely however was willing to place verbiage that no
Building Permit will be granted until the Committee has an opportunity to review, prior to completion
the stormwater management plan. Ald. Chiaverotti moved to approve the stormwater
management plan submitted by the Muskego Volunteer Fire Company, contingent upon
Committee review of the Stormwater Management Plan prior to completion of the project and
before any Building Permit is issued. Seconded by Ald. Patterson. Carried by all.
Discuss Street Construction Requirements - Hillendale Drive/Russet Court (Lowe) - Mr. Lowe
and Mr. Wayne Salentine were present to discuss this issue with the Committee. A subdivision
was planned for this area but after further review it was determined to be too expensive to build
with the low number of available lots due to the configuration of the parcel. At this time, a 6 ½ acre
site is being considered for subdividing into two lots. These lots would be served by a private drive.
Once 4 or more properties are placed on a private drive, the road must conform to City
specifications (there are 2 existing homes on this private road which would bring the total number
of residences to 4). Mr. Lowe would be required to install a cul-de-sac in order to provide access to
police or other emergency vehicles. Mr. Lowe pointed out several areas where this was not the
case and does not feel the need to build a cul-de-sac at the end of the road. The Committee
reiterated their policy and need to adhere to it. Mr. Lowe asked the Committee if he could make it
3 lots instead of 2 and the Committee directed him to the Plan Commission for that determination.
ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS
Lakeview Highland North - Ald Patterson moved to accept all improvements for Lakeview
Highland North. Seconded by Ald. Chiaverotti. Carried by all.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW - Mr. Carity
and his associates were present. Due to their materials not being submitted 15 days prior to the
meeting the Committee was not able to discuss their issue. However, the Committee determined
that they will hold a Special meeting on Tuesday, May 30, 2000 at 6:00 P.M. in Meeting Room #5
at the Library if it is available. Sean also requests that Erosion Control Deposits be placed on the
agenda for next month’s meeting.
DEPUTY BUILDING DIRECTOR'S REPORT – Al stated that 20+ letters have been sent out to
individuals regarding their need to replace or install erosion control. His department is extremely
busy with approximately 130 new home starts this year. Al also stated that Wisconsin is one of the
last states in the Union who has not adopted the International Building Standards. These are
performance based standards and would supercede the current State standards. Schooling will be
required for Al’s staff.
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HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT - Wayne reports that it has been too wet for road
work. Rebuilding basins and the new 2000 truck is being built. Wayne questioned the Committee
on how they would like to dispose of the 1986 Ford truck? Wayne suggested an auction that will
be held in Waukesha. According to New Berlin, they have had much success in recent years with
the prices they have received for their used vehicles. Wayne did indicate that if the bids are not
high enough, the City can “buy the truck back” and attempt to sell it in their usual manner of placing
an ad in the newspaper.
ADJOURNMENT - Being no further business to discuss, Ald. Patterson moved to adjourn the
meeting at 9:00 P.M. Ald. Chiaverotti seconded. Carried by all.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Gulgowski
Recording Secretary
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