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PCM19650615I PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MUSKEG0 ,a MINUTES OF MEETING HELD JUNE 15, 1965 Mayor Gottfried called the meeting to order at 8:15 P.M. Willard Bertram, Charles Buehler, Clarence C. Walrath and Edmund A. PRESENT: Mayor Jerome Gottfried, Chairman; William F. Chase, Sec'y; Budish. Also present were Russell Knetzger, Consultant,and Gerald Lee, Building Inspector. ABSENT: John Meinhardt MINUTES: The minutes of the previous meeting, June 1, 1965, were amended on Page 3, Glendon Hill, to read in first sentence "...in Section 3, adjacent to Oak Hill Estates", and add "The Commission reviewed the Preliminary Plat of Survey". The minutes were approved as amended. Mr. Katsfey and Mr. & Mrs. Eli Hennig, who desire to build a appeared and submitted percolation tests. dwelling on the acre division, N.E. corner of Katsfey property, to this acre portion, as a silty material over a basically clay underlying ground and questionable for septic purposes if under field. one acre and possible over one acre but requiring a very large tile Planner Knetzger described "297" Morley Silt Loam, applicable bank .run fill. Mr. Katsfey advised that the grade would be raised 4 ft. with ~. minutes, it was the Commissionfs opinion that they should look Planner Knetzger advised the Hennigs that in the previous elsewhere for a building site in view of the unfavorable soil data. The Commission expressed concern over the problems which could re- sult due to poor subsoil, particularly the septic system. has reviewed the "sketch" and would be receptive to a preliminary plat and certified survey map. Motion carried. LEON BOURDO, S99 W20001 Parker Dr., Re: Zoning Change in Section 31, B acre parcel from Ato R-1: Commission tabled same until the percolation tests are submitted. STATE SAND & GRAVEL, Section 18, Relocation of Crowbar Road: certified plans were not ready for submission. GLENDON HILL, S63 W16769 College Ave., Re: Division of 9.01 Acres, Section 3, adjacent to Oak Hill Estates: survey map. The Commission reviewed same and noted that the road reservation was adequate. preliminary and final plat as submitted. Motion carried. Mr. Budish moved, as seconded by Mr. Buehler, that the Commission Mrs. Bourdo appeared in regard to rezoning request, however, the Surveyor Don Polzin advised the Commission that the revised Attorney Arnold Gazinski appeared and presented certified Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Walrath, to approve the LEE G. HESS, S69 W12725 Woods Rd., Re: Division of Land, Section 1: advised he is requesting division so he can sell present home and build a smaller dwelling for retirement on adjacent acre. plat and certified survey map. Motion carried. sion has reviewed the "sketch" and would be receptive to a preliminary Mr. Herbert Ripley, Chief Sanitarian of the County Health Dept. who was present discussed septic systems and soil absorption at the invitation of Mayor Gottfried. Questions were directed to Mr. Ripley by the Commission and discussion followed as concerns the lay- ing of tile fields, depth of same, etc. Mr. Hess appeared seeking division of a 2 acre parcel. He Mr. Buehler moved, as seconded by Mr. Bertram, that the Commis- PAMLAND PLAZA, Proposed Shopping Center, Lannon & Hiway 24: Mr. Dave Couture appeared seekinn amroval of two 201x81 of Lannon Dr., 201 North of Hiway 24 r.0.w. The Commission reviewed temporary signs to be piiced 501 East-of'Lannon Dr. and 1000' East the sign location plans and also the proposed sign plans. by Montgomery Signs, Waukesha, and would not obstruct traffic view. Mr. Couture advised that the signs would be designed attractively signs as presented. Motion carried. Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Walrath, to accept the DEVELOPMENT CORP. OR AMERICA, Re: Division of Land, Section 1 and Rezoning Request for Lot "Ad from RS-2 to 00s: percolation tests regarding request to divide this area into two Mr. Dave Couture appeared and presented certified survey and parcels. He advised that both parcels have access to Eherson Drive and City asked to accept dedication of a 12.68' x 30.151 portion of parcel "A" for future road extension of herson Drive. Planner Knetzger advised that sewer easements would be neces- sary. It was noted by the Commission that the certified survey showed three parcels instead of two. Mr. Budish moved, as seconded by Mr. Buehler, to table the request for Division of Land from D. C. A. for further information from Mr. Couture and legal easements to determine sewerage purposes as needed. Motion carried. WALTER VESBACH PLAN DEVELOPMENT for the Commission's review. Surveyor Don Polzin presented a topographic survey and map Planner Knetzger advised that the plan conforms with the City's adopted comprehensive plan. location of the Parkway Road for sewer easement purposes as submit- Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Budish, to approve the ted in the Topographic Survey & Map of Walter Vesbach farm. Motion carried. JACK G. GLOCKNER, S71 W13219 Tess Corners Dr., 67 acres, Sec. 12, Junking & Extractive Operations and Automobile Repairing: Mr. Jack Glockner appeared to advise the Commission as to the JUNKING: Mr. Glockner advised the Commission that his junking extent of the above operations. operation was not very extensive. He estimated that he had 300 to 400 junked cars presently. He has plans of mounting a steel plate in front of an army tank, mashing the autos against a bank and piling 1 public eye. He mentioned that the prices of scrap metal were at an them on the floor of the gravel pit, where they would be out of the all time low , and further stated that he purchased approximately 2 cars a month or 25 cars a year. that the sand operation was not very extensive and that the brown dirt business is nearly finished. EXTRACTIVE OPERATIONS: Mr. Glockner advised the Commission REPAIR EUSINESS: Mr. Glockner advised that he does no auto repairing in the summer and very little in winter. City Attorney for an interpretation of what legal non-conforming use means in this situation and what the rights of the City are in limiting such uses. Motion carried. CORRESPONDENCE: The Recording Secretary read a communication from Berlin's "industrial zoning" along Highway 24. hr. Ralph A. Becker, New Berlin City Engineer, in regard to New regarding Gravel, Inc., restoration plan, was read. It was the suggestion of the Commission that New Berlin be contacted to see if there could be compatible zoning along that area on Hiway 24. Mayor Gottfried advised that they had been sent a copy of our Zoning Ordinance and they have been requested to send a copy of their Zoning Ordinance to Muskego. Mr.-Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Bertram, to refer to the A letter addressed to Mr. Dale Dawson from Mayor Gottfried, @! QUOSI-PUBLIC INFORMATION SIGNS: Planner Knetzger advised that of %he three types of signs avallable - Rustic, Colonial & Landscape - the Common Council had chosen the Rustic sinn. He recommended that the City lease or purchase 60 x 12 fooi strips for landscaping for the City and organizational signs. He recommended the following locations for placement of the signs: 1. Hiway 24 near College 2. Hiway Y North from New Berlin 3. Hiway 24 coming in from the West 4. Racine Ave. coming in from South 5. Hiway 36 coming in from the South 6. West side of Hiway 45 7. Cape Road coming in from Northeast (Optional) 8. Hiway 36 coming in from East. possible sites. He suggested that using crushed stone and patio Planner Knetzger suggested that a Committee be delegated to view hedges. block in the sign area would eliminate maintenance except for trimming Mr. Walrath suggested that the City try to pur.chase land from New Berlin East of Emerson Drive to be used for entrance sign area. CHECKERWAY BUS, S83 W20702 Janesville Road, Section 18 (R-2 OHS Overlay) Building Inspector Lee reported that the parking area has been - sprayed. He advised that because of the additional bus they will have for the Junior High School, they are contemplating purchasing land planting and parking area. to the land purchase and also will take pictures of the area as to 0 from the north. Build.ing Inspector Lee will contact them in regard GRAVEL, INC. & MUSKEG0 ASPHALT PLANT, W193 S6775 Racine Ave., Section 5, Re: Accessory Use Permit Renewal: It was noted by the Commission that the permit would not be made to the Common Council. It was also noted that the old Town renewed by Planning Commission but that recommendation could be Board had renewed the permit yearly. Mayor Gottfried reported that the assessment for the asphalt plant was 36,000, taxes $1134.13, and the assessment for Gravel, Inc., was 8 9,000 and taxes $283.54. Mr. Buehler advised that the residents in this area are against The Accessory Use Permit was read by the Recording Secretary. the asphalt plants continued operation. He commented that it has failed in the areas of attracting other business, giving employment and in adding substantially to the tax base. It was expressed by portable, could be located in a more compatible area. Other some members of the Commission that perhaps the plant, since it is complaints noted were that residents in this area could not hang clothes outdoors at certain times and school windows often had to be closed because of the dust and odor. Mr. Buehler moved, as seconded by Mr. Walrath, to recommend to the Common Council that the accessory use permit for the opera- tion of an asphalt plant be denied and this plant continue to operate until the conclusion of this years operation for the following reasons : 1. Odor & Dust 2. Operation of plant not compatible with residential district 4. The original permit granted 7 years ago was issued on the 3. Creating property de-evaluation in the surrounding area. basis that this plant was of a portable and temporary nature. Mr. Budish advised that he felt the motion was too strong and that measures perhaps could be used to rectify the smoke and dust Mr. Walrath voted "Yes" and Mr. Bertram and Mr. Budish voted "No". problem, as well as odor. Upon Roll Call, Mr. Buehler, Mr. Chase & Motion carried. ASSESSORtS PLAT OF BAY SHORE - The Commission reviewed the Assessorts Plat of Bay Shores. Mayor Gottfried gave a brief summary as follows: This plat had been developed but had never been recorded. Town Board ordered an Assessorts Plat which was paid for by Mr. Richdorf and lots were brought up to specifications wherever possible. Lot 2 is dedicated to permit back lots access to the lake. There are proper easements for drainage and Mr. Richdorf will not ask for buil- ding permits on lots owned by him until municip3 sewers are available. Planner Knetzger recommended that the Plat be approved. Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Budish, to accept the Assessorts Plat of Bay Shore Subdivision as presented. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Walrath moved, as seconded by Mr. Chase, for adjournment and the meeting was adjourned at ll:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, P-7.U Barbara J. Sands Recording Secretary 6-18-65 n MR. 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