PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE Minutes 07152019Approved
CITY OF MUSKEGO
PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 15, 2019
5:00 PM
Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
CALL TO ORDER
Alderperson Borgman called the meeting to order at 5:02 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Alderperson Madden, Alderperson Borgman, Alderperson Hammel, Scott Kroeger, Director of Public Works and Development, Police Chief Richard Rens
Guests: Caroline Brzezinski, Brandon Gehl
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
The meeting was posted in accordance with open meeting laws.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the minutes of June 17, 2019 meeting. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
STATUS OF PROJECTS
Discussion update. No formal action may be taken on any of the following:
Waukesha Water
Director Kroeger stated no updates from last meeting.
Bay Lane Reconstruction
Director Kroeger stated the water portion is finished. They are starting to work on the storm sewers and culvert pipes. The weather has been cooperative and the City still hopes to have
as much of the work done as possible before school starts September 3, 2019.
Hillendale Reconstruction
Director Kroeger stated the consultant has the information needed to continue with 60% reconstruction plans. A Public Information Meeting is planned for late August or early September
at the City Hall.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discussion update and possible action may be taken on any or all of the following:
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion update and possible action may be taken on any or all of the following:
Interstate Spec. Building Public Improvements
Director Kroeger stated the only public improvement for this 127,000SF Spec Building is the water main. They want to start work August 5, 2019.
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the Interstate Spec. Building Public Improvements. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Jiffy Lube Public Improvements
Director Kroeger stated they want to start work late summer or early fall. The public improvements include the water main and sanitary sewer.
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the Jiffy Lube Public Improvements. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Request for “Hidden Driveway” Sign on Field Drive
Director Kroeger presented his memo and pictures showing Mr. Gehl’s driveway. He prefers to have the sign placed, driving Eastbound, so that it will help with the other hidden driveways
as well. Director Kroeger is also suggesting that DPW trim back a number of trees, in our right-of-way, to increase the sightline.
Alderperson Hammel made a motion to approve the “Hidden Driveway” Sign. Alderperson Madden seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Request for “Stop” sign on Byron Rd at Hawthorne Rd
Chief Rens stated this is an uncontrolled, 3-way intersection. Our DPW has received a number of requests from residents concerned about the frequent “close calls.”
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the “Stop” Sign. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Discussion update and possible action may be taken on any or all of the following:
Interstate Spec. Building Public Improvements
Director Kroeger stated the only public improvement for this 127,000SF Spec Building is the water main. They want to start work August 5, 2019.
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the Interstate Spec. Building Public Improvements. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Jiffy Lube Public Improvements
Director Kroeger stated they want to start work late summer or early fall. The public improvements include the water main and sanitary sewer.
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the Jiffy Lube Public Improvements. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Request for “Hidden Driveway” Sign on Field Drive
Director Kroeger presented his memo and pictures showing Mr. Gehl’s driveway. He prefers to have the sign placed, driving Eastbound, so that it will help with the other hidden driveways
as well. Director Kroeger is also suggesting that DPW trim back a number of trees, in our right-of-way, to increase the sightline.
Alderperson Hammel made a motion to approve the “Hidden Driveway” Sign. Alderperson Madden seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Request for “Stop” sign on Byron Rd at Hawthorne Rd
Chief Rens stated this is an uncontrolled, 3-way intersection. Our DPW has received a number of requests from residents concerned about the frequent “close calls.”
Alderperson Madden made a motion to approve the “Stop” Sign. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 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 Madden made a motion to adjourn at 5:15 PM. Alderperson Hammel seconded.
Motion Passed 3 in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Wendy Fredlund
Recording Secretary