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PCM19700519CITY PIAN COMMISSION CITY OF MUSKEGO MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MAY 19, 1970 CITY HALL Mayor Gottfried called the meeting to order at 8:02 P. M. PRESEm: Mayor Jerome Gottfried, Chairman, Charles Buehler, Secretary, Alvin Basse, Willard Bertram, Ald. Charles Foldy, Edward Raimann and Mrs. Jean Sanders. Planning Consultant Joseph Mangiamele and Zoning Officer Gerald P. Lee were also present. ABSENT: City Engineer Joseph Kelsenberg MINUTES: The minutes of the previous meeting of May 5, 1970, were approved as mailed. """"" PERSONAL APPEARANCES DAVID CUNNINGHAM - Mr. Cunningham, representative of Northland Developers, Inc., appeared seeking approval to rezone the basic underlying district of the George Schaefer property in the S% of Section 8, as well as for a planned development overlay. It was noted by the Commission that a petition submitted to the Common Council and referred to the Plan Commission requested that the approximately 146 acres be rezoned as follows - 44 acres from RS-1 to RS-2, 72 acres from RS-1 & 2 to RSM, and 30 acres from RS-2 to 9-2 - and that the entire property be covered by the planned development overlay. Architect Charles Luedtke also appeared to review a plan which had been prepared April 30, 1970, and a plan dated May 19, 1970, revised in accordance with suggestions from Planning Consultant Mangiamele in his memo dated May 14, 1970. Mr. Luedtke also presented artist's sketches of elevations, cluster designs and open space treatment. and Mr. Cunningham advised that there will be approximately 604 multiple family units on 72 acres, 66 single family homes on 44 acres, and 200,000 sq. ft. of shopping space on 30 acres; that there will be 8, 12, and 16 unit, two story apartment buildings; which can be ultimately connected to a public water system; that that it is their intention to install a community water system the natural terrain will be preserved in the open spaces; that 1% parking areas will be provided per multiple family unit; that the multiple family development will provide 50% three bedroom apartments, 25% two bedroom apartments and 25% one bedroom apart- ments; that the "owner's management company" will be responsible mately 5 acres, that its depth and width will be enlarged and the for maintaining the open space; that the lake encompasses approxi- aeration; that it is their intention that the shopping and level dropped, that water spouts will be installed to provide apartment facilities will be held in one ownership but that the will take approximately 15 years to complete; that the shopping center cannot be constructed for 8 to 10 years until the city's population is 40,000; that it is possible that the development will receive federal aid and that housing will be provided for the e In answer to questions from the Commission, Architect Luedtke a single family lots will be sold singly; that the entire development Page 2 - Plan Commission May 19, 1970 elderly, that the rents will range from $110 to $250 per month. Planning Consultant Mangiamele pointed out that the first requisite for planned development is that the site be held in single or corporate ownership at the time of development. Mr. Cunningham advised that he actually represents 12 acres on which for future development will have to be made between the city, he intends to construct 104 apartments in 1972, that any contracts himself and Mr. Schaefer. advised that if the development occurs the aeration plant will have There was discussion of sewer capacity and Mayor Gottfried have to be installed. to be enlarged, that there will be concern if oversized sewers have to submit more specific plans and that the Commission will It was the Commission's decision that the developers will have to be assured of a single or corporate ownership before they can take any action, or that perhaps the rezoning should just be considered on the twelve acres at this time. Mr. Buehler moved to defer action. Ald. Foldy seconded the motion and the motion carried. """_ OTHER BUSINESS V.F.W. LEMBEZFDER COOK WST #8171 - The Commission reviewed a request for a 5' x 4', illuminated sign to be erected on a 14' steel pole advertising "Gettelman B;er and Hall for Rent" corner of Hillendale Drive and Janesville Road. It was noted to be located in the parking area of the V.F.W. property on the V.F.W. on Janesville Road and that this second sign is intended by the Commission that they had approved a similar sign for the for identification on Hillendale Drive. requirements but is subject to approval by the Plan Commission. Zoning Officer Lee reported that the sign meets zoning to represent the V.F.W. He advised that this sign and the Mr. Bill Wetzel, S76 W17815 Janesville Road, was present previously approved sign are free standing and that in addition an existing plywood sign on the facade with a lighted sign. to these two signs, it is their intention to eventually replace this additional sign as submitted. Mr. Bertram seconded the motion and the motion carried. After discussion, Ald. Foldy moved to grant the request for ANNA C. THOMAS - The Commission reviewed a request from Mrs. Thomas for construction of a permanent swimming pool at her residence, S67 W13021 Kipling Court. in Sec. 6.06 (7) D of the Zoning Ordinance. He advised that the lots in this RS-2 District are 1/2 acre and that he could not foresee any problems. Mrs. Sanders seconded the motion and the motion carried. Zoning Officer Lee reviewed requirements for permanent pools Ald. Foldy moved to grant this request for the swimming pool. Page 3 - Plan Commission May 19, 1970 FRANK SCHAEFER - The Commission reviewed a request from Mr. Schaeier for a two parcel division of his property in the SW%, Section 13, near the corner of Priegel Drive and Durham Drive. In a written report, City Fngineer Kelsenberg recommended that a preliminary plat be submitted indicating the location of the Belt Freeway and how the remaining 50 acres might be developed. Mr. Raimann advised that he had checked on the location of the Belt Freeway and that it will not affect the Schaefer property. parcel which would be remaining at the corner of Priegel and Durham Drives. Dr. Mangiamele submitted a proposal indicating how the lot lines might be altered to allow the development of this odd-shaped lot. It was also noted by the Commission that the size of the lots proposed were larger than required by this R-2 District. two parcel division, however, that either the proposed parcels Mr. Buehler moved that the Commission is receptive to this be reduced in size or another method be used to allow the corner land to be utilized for a legal lot. Mr. Raimann seconded the motion and the motion carried. The Commission expressed concern at the odd-shaped, triangular HILMER BOLT - The Commission reviewed a certified survey map submitted for the division of Mr. Bolt's property on Tess Corners Drive which had been prepared by Hoffmann, Polzin, Becker & Assoc. May 12, 1970. It was noted by the Commission that the Common Council has granted the necessary variance to allow the creation of these two lots in accordance with the Plan Commission's recommendation at their previous meeting. the owner stipulate the dedication of 50' from the centerline of Tess Corners Drive on the certified survey map. It was noted by the Commission that the dwelling on Parcel A extended into the area of the road dedication. request a road dedication at this time for Parcel A. Mr. Buehler the legal description for Parcel B but that the Commission will not seconded the motion and the motion carried. Mayor Gottfried declared recess at 9:33 P. M. and the meeting reconvened at 9:44 P. M. In a written report City Engineer Kelsenberg recommended that Mr. Basse moved that the 50' road dedication be included in GRAVEL, INC. - The Commission reviewed the following request Clerk for renewal of their extractive permit which expires June from Gravel, Inc., dated May 6, 1970, and directed to the City 19, 1970: "Dear Mrs. Bowyer: This letter is my way of applying for an extractive permit for Gravel, Inc. Enclosed please find the $50.00 fee. 1. It is our intention to continue w th the amended resto- ration plan as submitted last year. 2. We are presently in the process of a sale to an organi- zation whose primary interest in the pit would be of benefit to restoration. Page 4 - Plan Commission May 19, 1970 from the pit, although the amount that can be taken and the area that remains to be worked is very limited. slope, a series of meetings were held and substantial amount of 4. Because of the possibility of a problem on the west work has been done to reduce the potential danger of slippage. to enter into the easement area to use and reduce the slope on the easement area itself, which will greatly help to alleviate the problems we had when we were ordered not to go onto the easement area at all for any reason. If there are any other requirements, please advise. The restoration plan that is now on file will not be changed and, regardless of who were to purchase the property, the same resto- ration plan would be in effect. 3. There is a certain amount of gravel that will be taken 5. We presently have the County Highway Commission's permission Very truly yours, /s/ Jack A. Radtke Attorney for Gravel, Inc." City Engineer Kelsenberg recommended in a written report that a new restoration plan be submitted to determine the amount of bond necessary. Zoning Officer Lee advised that the restoration plan on file does not meet the grade of the new Highway Y. He also advised that he will request an opinion from the bonding company as to the status of the bond when the permit expires, if the bond will cover restoration if the land is conveyed to another owner, etc. calculate the cubic yardage required to restore the pit in order It was the Commission's decision that the city engineer to determine the amount of the bond necessary for restoration. LIFT STATION - A public hearing was held just prior to this regular meeting to consider the Plan Commission's petition for a conditional use grant on Lot 62, Block 20, Jewel Crest Subdivision, for the purpose of allowing installation of a lift station. As the location of the lift station has been moved to the Ald. Foldy moved to withdraw the petition for the conditional use Jensen Park, which is automatically under a conditional use grant, grant on Lot 62. Mr. Easse seconded the motion and the motion carried. Commission in accordance with Sec. 6.03 (2) G. that the construction of a lift station in the northeast corner of Jensen Park is not Foldy seconded the motion and the motion carried. considered a substantial alteration to the existing use. Ald. Mr. Bertram moved that is the determination of the Plan WILLIAM KASSULKE - The Commission reviewed a certified survey map which had been prepared by Hoffmann, Polzin, Becker & ASSOC., May 12, 1970, for a four parcel division of Mr. Kassulke's property mission that they had approved the sketch for this division at in the SEk of Section 5 on Gold Drive. It was noted by the Com- their previous meeting. map subject to the condition that the 30' road dedication from the centerline of Gold Drive be included inzthe legal description. Mr. Buehler seconded the motion and the motion carried. Ald. Foldy moved to grant approval of this certified survey Page 5 - Plan Commission May 19, 1970 COMMUNICATIONS """_ ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - A communication dated May 12, 1970, from City Attorney Buckley regarding Sec. 8.01 (7) B. 2 of the Zoning Ordinance will be reviewed and discussed at the next meeting . """""" ZONING OFFICER'S REPORTS HAROLD MANSKE (SOLTHERN HEIGHTS SUBD.) - Zoning Officer Lee reminded the Commission that before he can issue building permits on the seven lots owned by Mr. Manske on Southern Heights Drive, the zoning will have to be changed from its existing wetland- floodplain district. (Note: The Commission has recommended that these lots be declared legal lots subject to the condition that the lots be filled to the grade established by the city engineer.) """""""_ PLANNING CONSULTANT'S REPORTS submitted the following report dated May 19, 1970, designating COMPREHENSIVE PIAN UP-DATE - Industrial Sites - Dr. Mangiamele industrial park sites for the city: is the accessibility of employment within the community and the balanced economic base that a reasonable amount of industry provides. At the same time, industrial production is greatly subject to change in methods, space needs and the type and number of workers required. It is therefore quite difficult to determine the land needs for industry over a period of 20 - 30 years. it is necessary to set up certain guide lines in terms of land requirements and best locations. Once locations are determined and perhaps for agricultural use) and the owners of such land become set aside, the land cannot be developed for other purposes (except impatient, especially within a framework of rising urban development and increasing land values. The reservation of such land for a ment privileges, at least in terms of urban development. period of twenty years, in a sense confiscates the owner's develop- more land reserve for industrial purposes than can be justified on a minimal basis. This holds true whether the land is in private hands or in public ownership. If the land is to be held for a long time, public ownership seems to be the fair approach for such land banks. At the same time public funds could be put to more reasonable and fair point of view must be given to the costs and immediate uses. Therefore, in reserving lands for future uses, a the priorities of such land reserves. With these thoughts in mind, it is recommended that three principal sites remain designated for industrial park development. These sites are indicated as A, E and C on the presentation map. It is further recommended that sites designated as 1 and 2 be removed from the zoning category of industrial use as these areas contribute to an excessive amount of reserved land for industrial "One of the most important elements of a balanced community At any rate, in developing a long range comprehensive plan, It is therefore important that the community not commit Page 6 - Plan Commission May 19, 1970 purposes as indicated in the explanation to follow. The location of sites 1 and 2 are not considered to be as accessible and as timely for development as sites A, B and C. vide as many industrial jobs to support a community of a population have to set up guide lines of from 30,000 to 40,000 industrial jobs. of 100,000 to 125,000 as indicated in earlier reports, Muskego would With an approximate average of 50 workers per acre of industrial park, a figure of 600 to 800 acres of industrial land is attained. Sites A, B and C have an acreage total well within that range. Sites A and B shall be considered in a later report. There is nothing to guarantee that in the future 600 to 800 acres will provide for 30,000 to 40,000 industrial workers nor that putting that much land aside will in itself supply us with this much industry. There is nothing to guarantee that a population of 100,000 or 125,000 will be attained or exceeded merely by mentioning the figures. These figures become guide lines and provide us with a scope and a perspective for making future plans which will enable us to make intelligent decisions today and in the immediate future, in terms of high quality and overall plans for the development of the City of Muskego. These guide lines make it possible for us to work in a rational manner toward definite goals. Given additional knowledge in future years, we may need to adjust our goals in the light of the new facts. Sites A, B and C add up to some 675 acres. In order to pro- Respectfully submitted, /s/ Dr. J. P. Mangiamele" Reference - Industrial Sites A - City's Industrial Park - Sec. 17 B - Durham Drive between Hiway 24 & Woods Rd. C - Southeast Corner of Muskego - Sec. 36 1. - Crowbar & Wauer Lane - Sec. 18 2. - McShane Drive - Sec. 12 Neighborhood Concept Plan - Planner Mangiamele presented It was the Commission's decision to request Planner Mangiamele a neighborhood concept of development for the Tess Corners area. to pursue this neighborhood concept. Mrs. Ellie Peterson questioned if the Commission is considering extending the city's industrial park in Section 17 south to Woods Road. Mayor Gottfried advised that this is not under consideration at the present time. ADJOURNMENT """ seconded the motion and the motion carried. Mr. Raimann moved for adjournment at 11:07 P. M. Mr. Bertram Re pectfully submitted Barbara J. Sands Recording Secretary AL-"" b js 5-26-70