PCM19721003CITY PIAN COMMISSION
CITY OF MUSKEG0
CITY HALL
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD OCTOBER 3, 1972
Mayor Gottfried called the meeting to order at 8:25 P. M.
PRESENT: Chairman Jerome Gottfried, Kenneth Czaplewski and Alderman
Paul Schaumberg. Planning Consultant Mangiamele and Zoning Officer Lee
were also present. Donald Yahr arrived at 10:35 P. M.
ABSENT: Secretary Alvin Basse, Clark Barry and Edward Raimann
MINUTES: Ald. Schaumberg moved to approve the minutes of the previous
meeting of September 19th, 1972, as mailed. Mr. Yahr seconded the
motion and the motion carried.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES
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NORMAN THOMAS & ATTORNEY MICHAEL McMORROW - Mr. Thomas and Attorney
McMorrow appeared in regard to their request for approval of restoration
plan and extractive permit for the former Gravel, Inc., site at the
corner of Hillendale and Tans Drives. It was noted by the Commission
Thomas and Attorney McMorrow an opportunity to prepare an updated
that at the last meeting they had deferred action in order to give Mr.
restoration plan, a commitment to such restoration and evidence that
an adequate bond will be provided.
3rd, 1972, direct to the Commission:
"Gentlemen:
September 19, 1972, we would like to submit the following comments and
additions:
discussed on September 19, 1972, was presented by the Thomass as an
The depositing of non-combustible material, as suggested and
interim step (i. e. for a period of 90 days) while the Thomases had
an opportunity to gather further evidence supporting their request for
a sanitary landfill.
Attorney McMorrow read the following communication dated October
After review of the minutes of the Plan Commission meeting held
This evidence is as follows:
(1) Adaptability of a reduction plant for the technologically
(2) Submission sf petitions signed by Muskego r.esidents favoring
(3) Support from the Department of Natural Resources for a sanitary
(4) Evidence that a clay layer exists beneath the "Pit" to which
(5) Guarantee by the Thomases of the water quality surrounding the
The Thomases did not desire to give the impression that a non-
advanced processing of solid waste.
a sanitary landfill operation at the site.
landfill operation at the Thomas' property.
level existing wells may be extended and thereafter sealed.
Itpit"
combustible operation could be profitable or even break even, and it
operation for more than a few months.
is our belief that they c~ould not "live with" a non-combustible operation
It is our conservative estimate that the Thomases could lose a
minimum of $10,000 per year if they operated the "Pit" as a non-
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October 3, 1972
combustible site. The Thomases were willing to experience this loss
for a short period only.
that they willm no way enlarge the "Pit area" and are planning to
As to extraction of gravel, the Thomases desire to make it clear
gravel only above grade level. Further, the gravel extraction permit
is being requested only to assist the Thomases in offsetting the costs
connected with a landfill operation and no crushing or large scale
graveling will take place at the "Pit".
Thomas' desire to implement the property as follows:
landfill permit.
or a home forretired citizens.
the Thomases request that the Plan Commission adopt the following ways
construction or demolition, such as broken concrete, masonry, tin,
that materials may be deposited at the site: "Wastes resulting from
stone, insulation, lumber, roofing, glass and metal.
that such an operation would be an economic disaster to the Thomases
If a non-combustible site is decided upon, it is our conclusion
and therefore their petition for a sanitary landfill site should be
renewed and rescheduled early in December, 1972.
With respect to the ultimate use of the site, it is currently the
(1) Construct a reduction plant in connection with a sanitary
(2) Alternatively develop a commercial center, residential homes,
(3) If a non-combustible permit is granted for a short period,
Very truly yours,
HONECK, MANTYH , & ARNDT
/s/ Michael E. McMorrow"
of Restoration Plan in Connection with Sanitary Landfill Permit":
Attorney McMorrow then reviewed the following "Proposed Outline
Commission for the City of Muskego to Mr. & Mrs. Thomas, the Thomases
contemplate filling the parcel located at the corners of Tans Drive and
Hillendale Drive with solid waste as same defined by the Department of
Natural Resources for the State of Wisconsin.
excavating equipment and thereafter covered on a daily basis by
the overburden existing on the west side of the parcel.
by the Thomases to process and compress all solid waste'.materials prior
to its placement in the "Pit".
It is estimated by the Thomases that in the event a sanitary
a period of three years."
landfill permit is granted, the "Pit" will be leveled and covered within
"In the event a sanitary landfill permit is granted by the Plan
This material would be deposited in cells or pockets created by
It is quite possible that a reduction plant will be constructed
1971, directed to Mr. Thomas from the City Plan Commission as well as
the Plan Commission minutes of November 2, 1971, pertaining to the
Thomas request. He advised the Commission that the Thomases had
forwarded 250 petitions to residents in the Muskego Area requesting
their indication of approval of a sanitary landfill, however, only
5 or 6 wells surrounding the pit which are 80' deep and that Mr. Thomas
30 have been returned thus far. He also pointed out that there are
a firm to monitor the wells. He submitted a photograph of the pit
is willing to deepen these wells and seal them off, that they will hire
on the photograph, and that a financial statement is being prepared for
area advising that the operation would not go below the red line indicated
Attorney McMorrow also reviewed a communication dated December 10,
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i) submission to a bonding company.
After discussion during which it was noted that the people in
opposed to a sanitary landfill in that area, Ald. Schaumberg moved
the vicinity had indicated to Alderman Knudsen that they would be
to recommend to the Common Council that the request of Norman Thomas
for a sanitary landfill be denied. Mr. Czaplewski seconded the
motion and the motion carried with Mr. Yahr casting the only dissenting
vote.
concentrate on a solid landfill operation.
It was the Commission's opinion that Mr. Thomas be encouraged to
KEN WESTCOT - Mr. Westcot, S82 W12998 Acker Drive, appeared in
regard to his request for approval of a 14 lot subdivision of the
Otto Kurth property in Section 11, an RSA District. It was noted by
previous meeting had been referred to Planning Consultant Mangiamele
the Commission that the sketch which had been submitted at the
for review and recommendation and for consultation with the State
Highway Commission to determine their plans for Durham Drive when the
Beltline Freeway is constructed.
Commission, it appeared that the construction of the Beltline Freeway
would not adversely affect this subdivision; the only exception being
that a slope easement might be necessary on the most southerly lot.
The Commission noted that if a slope easement is required, the size of
the lot will be adequate for the RSA District requirements. Ald.
that the drainage plan must be submitted prior to approval of the
preliminary plat.
Yahr seconded the motion and the motion carried.
Dr. Mangiamele advised that after conference with the State Highway
Schaumberg expressed concern at the drainage, however, it was noted
Ald. Schaumberg moved to approve the sketch as submitted. Mr.
AL EVINRUDE - MUS-KEE-GUAC .. Mr. Evinrude, representative of
Paschke & Associates, appeared and submitted a revised plan for the
This revised plan indicated 100 single family condominium units north
planned development of the Wallner-DeBack property on McShane Road.
of McShane Road; 111 single family condominium units, 82 duplex units
and 93 single family units south of McShane Road. It was noted that
with the Commission's suggestion at the last meeting.
they had not computed the density using the 28 acre triangle in accordance
dation:
narily examined. The following are some of the observations and
recommendations:
be considered as part of this development project -- the densities
should be based on the area north of the proposed freeway corridor.
It would be inconsistent with the city plan to show both plans for
the development of an expressway and a housing development on the same
land.
Dr. Mangiamele read and reviewed the following report and recommen-
"This latest scheme was received October 2, 1972, and was prelimi-
1. The expressway corridor and S.W. of that corridor should not
0 element of this plan nor does it contribute to the plan. Planned
2. A row of lots designated for duplexes is neither an imaginative
development aims to improve this type of layout.
parking strips and a road rather than around open space elements. (The
consultant will present and recommend a layout.)
3. The townhouse units south of McShane Road are clustered around
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Road. It is also recommended that the west side of the private lake,
4. The same criticism is made of the townhouses north of McShane
showing an area with 10 units be treated as a planted open space. The
distance between the lake on this side and the road is inadequate for
building.
needs to be pointed out that the sewer easement to the north of the
project as indicated is also on city property.
for garages as is being done in the Pioneer Centre planneddwelopment
are indicated. Dwelling units of the quality desired would provide
project.
without an indication of the architectural appearance of the units
7. The planned development project cannot be adequately evaluated
including the outdoor rooms or patios and their screening and fencing,
accessory buildings and garages.
the manner and the order that development and construction will take
8. A phasing plan should accompany the early proposal to indicate
place" a proposed project-start date is also required.
9. The proposed size of units as well as the interior layout and
the estimated cost of units is needed in order to consider the
compatible arrangement and quality of the project as indicated in the
zoning code, sec. 6.02 4 A. 2."
5. The road to the west of the lake is on city property. It also
6. The townhouses as shown provide for parking lots--no garages
Dr. Mangiamele substantiated his recommendations with overlays
placed on the plan submitted by Paschke & Associates. Mr. Evinrude
presented the phasing for the planned development as well as conceptual
Evinrude advised that the condominiums will be approximately 1200 sq.
plan for developme'nt. In answer to questions from the Commission, Mr.
ft. in size, that the duplex units will be approximately 1200 sq. ft.
and the single family homes will range from 1800 to 2000 sq. ft. in
size, that valuation of the single family homes will range between
$35,000 and $40,000, that phase 1 of the four phases will begin in 1973
with the following phases completed on a yearly basis, that the
$30,000 and that the duplex units and condominiums south of McShane
condominiums around the lake will have a valuation of approximately
Road will be valued at approximately $25,000.
there be garages included in the development, that 61,units in the
area of the proposed freeway be eliminated, that the Valuation of the
condominiums around the lake be increased, that the plan is to reflect
the condominium and duplex units being related to the open space
rather than the parking areas, and to refer to Dr. Mangiamele for a
report on the ratio of two and three bedroom units.
After considerable discussion, it was the Commission's decision that
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ED DUMKE - NORTHWEST ALUMINUM & BRASS FOUNDRY - Ald. Dumke,
W127 S9062 N. Cape Road, appeared in regard to his request for
determination by the Plan Commission as to whether or not the
construction of a 20' x 40' accessory building to be used for storage
purposes would be of such substantial change as to require a public
hearing. It was noted by the Commission that this business is operating
as a conditional use grant (#47) in this R-3 District. Ald. Dumke
advised the Commission that the building will beaed for storage only.
not be of such substantial change as to require a public hearing. Mr.
Czaplewski seconded the motion and the motion carried.
Mr. Yahr moved that the construction of a storage building would
LORETTA YANNEY - Mrs. Yanney, S63 W13187 Janesville Road, appeared
and submitted building, site and operational plans for remodeling their
Commission that an office building would be a permitted use in this
existing residence into an office building. It was noted by the
Commission that there would not be substantial alteration to the exterior
RS-2 00s District. Zoning Officer Lee reviewed the plans advising the
of the building.
plans submitted subject to the condition that the driveway be treated
Ald. Schaumberg moved to approve the building, site and operational
with asphalt. Mr. Czaplewski seconded the motion and the motion Carrie,&
Mayor Gottfried declared recess at 9:55 P. M. and the meeting reconvened
at 10:40 P. M.
OTHER BUSINESS """_
-. DONALD BENTLEY - It was noted by the Commission that Mr. Bentley
was granted Conditional Use Grant #45 November 7th. 1967. to permit
the operation of a dog kennel; that conditions placed on-the kennel
operation by the Commission included that the term of operation is not
to exceed five years without further review and approval by the Plan
Commission, that there would be no commercial dog boarding, and that
the number of dogs is not to exceed 10.
opposition to the renewal of this kennel license.
Officer Lee for a review of the operation and report at the next
meeting. Ald. Schaumberg seconded the motion and the motion carried.
Mr. John Niemetz, W204 S6655 Tans Drive, appeared to speak in
Mr. Yahr moved to defer action and to refer this matter to Zoning
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COMMUNICATIONS & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
GERALD R. LOEBEL - Ald. Schaumberg moved to schedule a public
hearing for 7:30 P. M., November 21, 1972, to consider the petition
of Gerald R. Loebel, Franksville, for a conditional use grant to permit
indoor storage of boats, snowmobiles, etc, on property located at
W181 S9134 Parker Drive. Mr. Yahr seconded the motion.and the motion
carried.
GEORGE McNULTY -Ald. Schaumberg moved to schedule a public hearing
for 7:45 P. M.. November 21. 1972. to consider the petition of GeorEe
McNulty, West Allis, for a conditional use grant to-permit the sale-of
Tool and Machine Co. building, W180 S7785 Racine Avenue. Mr. Yahr
new and reconditioned filling station equipment in the former Lakeside
seconded the motion and the motion carried.
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copy from the county of the latest proposal of the Beltline Freeway
route.
AIJJOURNMENT: Mr. Yahr moved for adjournment at 12:15 A. M. Mr.
Czaplewski seconded the motion and the motion carried.
It was the Commission's decision that Dr. Mangiamele obtain a
Respectfully submitted, J-yb
Barbara J. Sands
Recording Secretary
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