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PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE Minutes 08172021Approved CITY OF MUSKEGO PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MINUTES August 17, 2021 5:30 PM Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue CALL TO ORDER Alderperson Kubacki called the meeting to order at 5:32 PM. ROLL CALL Present: Alderpersons Kubacki and Engelhardt; Scott Kroeger, Director of Public Works and Development Absent: Alderpersons Hammel and Terrence STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE The meeting was posted in accordance with open meeting laws on August 13, 2021. APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 16, 2021 April 20, 2021 May 18, 2021 Alderperson Engelhardt made a motion to approve the Minutes en masse. Alderperson Kubacki seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. STATUS OF PROJECTS Discussion update. No formal action may be taken on any of the following: Great Water Alliance Director Kroeger stated that work has ceased on Moorland Road while three crews work to get through a portion of Durham Drive before school starts. Then work will resume on Moorland Road. He reminded everyone to refer to the website for more information as this is not a City project. Hillendale Reconstruction Director Kroeger stated all ditches have been graded. Tomorrow (Aug 18th) the first layer of 2” binder will be put down, followed by the second layer at the end of the week, weather dependent. This is for Phase 1 only (College Ave to Tans Dr). The week of Aug 23rd, the restoration work will begin in Phase 1. Phase 2 (Tans Dr to Racine Ave) will have their first 2” binder layer down by mid-Sept with the second layer to follow. Then a full final 2” surface layer will be put down from College Ave to Racine Ave. Following that, the restoration will begin in the Phase 2 area. The goal is to have all the pavement completed by October 1, 2021. Numerous audience members asked to speak at this time regarding various complaints or requests about the Hillendale project. Director Kroeger and the Committee agreed to allow them to speak and gave feedback to each individual. Melanie Tobin-Sinner at W194S6961 Hillendale was unhappy about the gas lines being moved twice and her ditch is lower than expected. She feels the website is not updated frequently enough with current information. Expressed concern that the City cares more about the school than the residents who live there full time. Andy McKee at W194S7140 Hillendale stated he still has low hanging wires, driveway damage, ditches deeper than expected and a tree that was damaged by a bucket truck that will probably die. His larger complaint was about the inconsiderate workers and their foul language around his family, the daily messes they leave behind, and constantly blocking driveways. Connie Laughlin at W195S7147 Maple Ct stated her largest concern was lack of communication via mailed letters or the website. Suggested weekly updates. Nick Murphy at W191S6417 Hillendale stated 6’ of his driveway was destroyed along with $10,000 worth of electrical damage due to careless workers who ripped the utility wires off his house. Bob Seefeldt at W193S6794 Hillendale is part of Phase 2, asked about being notified before driveways were poured. Also was questioning the current and future traffic patterns. Ald. Engelhardt expressed his appreciation for the patience of the residents on Hillendale. He understands that most complaint calls are currently received by City Hall personnel and that overall we will work on better communication via our website. Mr. Seefeldt returned to state Jennifer Pemble at W193S6776 Hillendale was unable to attend but had concerns about her berm and blue spruce tree. He asked Director Kroeger if someone could reach out to her on the jobsite. Police Chief Updates Not present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Discussion update and possible action may be taken on any or all of the following: Request for No Parking Signs – Parkland Avenue (North of Janesville – Briargate Lane) Due to Alderperson Terrence’s absence, the Committee agreed to table this request. Alderperson Engelhardt made a motion to table the Request for No Parking Signs – Parkland Avenue. Alderperson Kubacki seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. NEW BUSINESS Discussion update and possible action may be taken on any or all of the following: Mallard Ridge - Public Improvements Approval Director Kroeger stated this is a 45 lot subdivision by Kaerek Homes that will have sewer, storm and water. Alderperson Kubacki made a motion to approve the Mallard Ridge - Public Improvements. Alderperson Engelhardt seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. Presbyterian Homes - Public Improvements Approval Director Kroeger stated this is a senior living facility located on the old Tess Corners Elementary site. It will have an access point off of Janesville Road. It will also have private sewer and public water, along with private storm sewer and private storm water ponds. Alderperson Kubacki made a motion to approve the Presbyterian Homes - Public Improvements. Alderperson Engelhardt seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. Request for Speed Limit Change on Ryan Drive from Groveway to North Cape Road Director Kroeger stated this was brought forward by Alderperson Madden to make the whole road 25 MPH. Ryan Drive is currently split between 25 MPH and 35 MPH. He stated that current and future development will populate the area further. Accidents have been minimal and occurred mostly at the intersection of Ryan Drive and North Cape Road. Alderperson Madden stated this has nothing to do with speed, but more with safety due to the hills and numerous walkers in the area. Director Kroeger reminded the Committee this will continue onto Common Council for final approval. Alderperson Engelhardt made a motion to approve the Request for Speed Limit Change on Ryan Drive from Groveway to North Cape Road. Alderperson Kubacki seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. NEW BUSINESS PLACED ON FILE (The following items have been placed on file for staff review. Upon completion of review, staff will submit a supplement detailing options and possible course of action to committee members.) COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW ADJOURNMENT Alderperson Kubacki made a motion to adjourn at 6:37 PM. Alderperson Engelhardt seconded. Motion Passed 2 in favor. Respectfully Submitted, Wendy Fredlund Recording Secretary