PCC041221packetCITY OF MUSKEGO
PARKS AND CONSERVATION
COMMITTEE AGENDA
04/12/2021
5:00 PM
Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of Minutes from the October 19, 2020 Meeting
Minutes 10192020.pdf
NEW BUSINESS
Update on Parks and Open Space Plan 2017 - 2021
Parks and Conservation Plan Update.pdf
Manchester Park Ribbon Cutting Event
Hope Park Playground Project Update.pdf
Parking at Marshland Camps Preserve
Propsed Parking at Marshland Camps Preserve.pdf
Lake Access Hours of Operation
Lake Access Hours of Operation.pdf
Update on Capital Projects for 2021 - 2022
Update on Capital Projects for 2021 & 2022.pdf
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Recreation Manager's Report
Rec Memo April 2021.pdf
Conservation Coordinator's Report
Conservation Memo April 2021.pdf
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
PARKS AND CONSERVATION
COMMITTEE MINUTES
October 19, 2020
5:00 PM
Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
CALL TO ORDER
Ms. Boyer called the meeting to order at 5:01 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Ald. John Terrence, Terri Boyer, Matthew Bughman, Barbara Erdmann, Bill Miller
and Barbara Schroeder
Also Present: Adam Trzebiatowski, Planning Manager; Adam Young, Recreation Specialist;
Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager; Scott Kroeger, Director of Public Works and Development;
Tom Zagar, Conservation Coordinator
Absent: Toby Whipple
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
This meeting was noticed in accordance with open meeting laws on October 16, 2020.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Bughman made a motion to Approve the Minutes of June 2, 2020. Mr. Miller
seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Possible Sale of a Portion of Woods Road Conservation Land (Tax Key # 2227.989.012)
Planning Manager Trzebiatowski presented the memo and maps of the property. He said the
owner needs this portion of land in order to split her lot into two. The City has no plans for this
small sliver of conservation land. Manager Trzebiatowski stated the owner should be solely
responsible for the survey costs in order to move forward.
Mr. Miller made a motion to approve the Sale of a Portion of Woods Road Conservation
Land. Ald. Terrence seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Discuss Conservation Preservation on the Golla Property (Tax Key # 2222.986)
Mr. Zagar presented the memo and maps to the Committee. Planner Trzebiatowski explained
the three options, listed in the memo, available to the Committee. Mr. Mark Golla spoke on
behalf of the family stating they were here for ideas about what the City may be interested in
doing with the land. He said the family had not made a decision on whether or not to sell part
of this parcel. Mr. Miller stated this is an awesome piece of conservation land that he strongly
suggested the City obtain if possible. Mr. Golla mentioned his only concern was drainage and
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wetlands that increase with every passing year. He does not want that to be a problem in the
future for his existing property or his son’s if they sell a portion to the City.
Ald. Terrence made a motion to move forward with the three options (in order)
presented in the memo. Ms. Schroeder seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Gregg Klann Memorial Proposal
Mr. Young talked about the Muskego Pickleball program and about Mr. Klann’s life and
dedication to pickleball and many other Muskego volunteer programs. The Recreation
Department would like to name a pickleball court at Lion’s Park in his honor, along with a
memorial bench and possibly a plaque.
Ald. Terrence made a motion to approve the Gregg Klann Memorial Proposal as
presented. Mr. Bughman seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Beer Garden 2021: Component Brewery
Director Kroeger gave an overview of the 2020 Beer Gardens. He stated from a City
standpoint this is a turn-key event. In previous years an RFP has been requested. For
calendar year 2021, the City would prefer to hire Component Brewery outright for 3-4
weekends.
Mr. Miller made a motion to approve hiring Component Brewery for the 2021 Beer
Gardens. Ald. Terrence seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Muskego Icetronauts Snowmobile Club Request for Trail Markings
Director Kroeger stated this is an annual request from the snowmobile club for the same areas.
Mr. Bughman made a motion to approve the Muskego Icetronauts Snowmobile Club
Request for Trail Markings. Ms. Boyer seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Update on Capital Budget Approval 2021
Director Kroeger thanked the Committee members who attended the Parks tour earlier this
year. He presented his 2021 budget memo and talked about Ally Pacocha’s fundraising for
Manchester Park.
STATUS OF PROJECTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Recreation Manager’s Report
Manager Dunn presented her report.
Conservation Coordinator’s Report
Mr. Zagar presented his report.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
ADJOURNMENT
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Mr. Miller made a motion to adjourn at 5:51 PM. Ald. Terrence seconded.
Motion was approved unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Wendy Fredlund
Recording Secretary
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee
To: Parks and Conservation Committee
From: Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager
Subject: Parks & Conservation Plan 2022‐2026
Date: April 9, 2021
We have begun to work on updating the current 2017‐2021 Parks & Conservation Plan. City staff from
Engineering, DPW, GIS, Conservation and Recreation will be working together to update the plan based
on the projects that have been completed since the last plan was created and take into consideration
new areas of the city that have come under our direction.
Our time line is as follows:
April – Each department has assigned tasks to update the old information and add new information.
May – The Recreation Department will be creating and sending out community feedback surveys to
several parks/conservation site neighbors to get their input on how the park is used by neighbors and if
any improvements we have recently made have a positive impact. We will also create a general city
resident online survey that any park user can complete for any of the city’s parks or conservation sites.
June/July – Work will continue through the summer tabulating findings, making site visits to look for
improvement areas to recommend and then putting together a draft of the new plan.
August – A digital draft will be provided to the Committee members via email for each member’s
feedback.
October – Final draft plan will be presented to the Parks & Conservation Committee for approval.
November – The new plan will have its readings in November
December – Given to Muskego Common Council for adoption.
This plan is vital to the operations of parks, conservation and recreation in Muskego. It is how we plan
for future capital budget items, plan for daily operations, make suggestions for lands to purchase and
so much more. We hope that the committee members will take some time to provide comments and
suggestions to help up create the plan during the summer months.
Recommendation for Action by Committee:
Will provide City Staff with any feedback on items you would like to see included in this plan. Also,
notify us if you would like to sit in on staff meetings as we get into the more detailed work.
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee
To: Parks and Conservation Committee
From: Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager
Subject: Hope Playground Project Update
Date: April 8, 2021
Miss Pacocha was successful in her fundraising efforts and raised just short of $40K for
the project. A playground structure was picked with her input and a site plan was
designed. The old playground was removed in mid‐March and the site began its initial
prep work. The new playground installation will start the week of April 12. This will be a
few weeks process as the playground is installed, the concrete boarder around the
whole site is poured and then wood chips, plantings, and signage will be completed. The
city has budgeted $40K for this project as well and we were able to receive a donation
from MN/WI Playground to allow this full project to happen.
We would like to host a citywide ribbon cutting event on Thursday, May 20th at 5:00PM
and would like to have as many of the committee members present as possible. More
information will follow in the weeks ahead as we finalize the nights activities with Miss
Pacocha.
Recommendation for Action by Committee:
Mark your calendars to attend the ribbon cutting event on May 20th and thank Miss
Pacocha for her dedication to this worthwhile project.
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To: Parks & Conservation Committee
From: Tom Zagar
CC: Scott Kroeger
RE: Proposed Parking Lot
Date: April 9, 2021
Overview
Staff proposes construction of a small (6 stall) parking lot in the northeast corner of 49‐acre Marshland Camps
Preserve (see area depicted below). Asphalt millings and a portion of culvert pipe from City stockpiles would be
used for the driveway and lot surface. Minimal site preparation would be required because much of this area still
has a subgrade of compacted roadbed material from when Holz Drive aligned with Durham Drive a bit further
south.
Request
It is requested that the Parks and Conservation Committee recommend to Common Council approval of the
construction of a small parking lot in the northeastern portion of Marshland Camps Preserve.
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee
To: Parks and Conservation Committee
From: Scott Kroeger, PE, PLS, Public Works and Development Director
Subject: Lake Access Hours of Operation
Date: April 12, 2021
It was brought to the City of Muskego’s attention that there are no hours of operation for Lake
Access points in the City of Muskego. City of Muskego staff is recommending that Lake Access hours
be the same as Parks. I have provided the recommended language below.
“Hours. Lake Access shall normally be open daily from 5:00 a.m. until 10:00
p.m. and normally be closed from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., except for activities
and events sponsored by the Department or authorized by permission of the
Director or designee, and except for the purpose of using the boat launch to
launch or remove a watercraft. Any Lake Access may be declared closed to
the public by the Director or designee at any time for any interval of time, with
temporary or stated intervals as the Director or designee shall find reasonably
necessary. It shall be unlawful to go upon an area or part of any Lake Access
of the City when it has been declared to be closed to the public by the Director
or designee.”
If this is approved by the Committee, please remember this will need to get Common Council
approval through the municipal code revision process.
Recommendation for Action by the Committee:
Approve that Lake Access have the same hours of Operation as Parks.
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee
To: Parks and Conservation Committee
From: Scott Kroeger, PE, PLS, Public Works and Development Director
Subject: Update on Capital Projects for 2021 and 2022
Date: April 12, 2021
The following is a list of Capital Projects approved for 2021.
Capital Budget Parks ‐ 2021
Alli Pacocha has raised more than her goal amount for Manchester Park. The City of Muskego was
able to order the new playground set at the end of December 2020. The plan is to have a ribbon cut
sometime in later May 2021.
All the safety improvements for the baseball fields will be completed in April 2021. The baseball
fields are usually released around mid‐April with first games scheduled at the end of April.
The current plan is to shut down Park Arthur Fields 1, 2, and 3 on Monday July 19 to start
construction on these fields. The plan is for a full reconstruction of the field with turf infields. We
will be obtaining bids later in the week and taking recommendations to Finance and Common
Council at the end of April.
The permanent park bathrooms will be opened at the beginning of May. The bathrooms got all new
epoxy floors, LED lights, and electric hand dryer replacements. All park cameras from last year are
up and running and the planning process for the ones in 2021 has started.
PROJECT
NAME LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION 2021
All Fields Baseball: Park Arthur (Regrading of Field 1, 2, & 3 for proper drainage) $650,000
(Baseball, Rugby, Soccer, Football) Baseball: Park Arthur Field Turf for Field 1, 2, & 3 (alternative) $100,000
Baseball: Horn Field safety improvements $5,500
Baseball: Jensen Field safety improvements $2,500
Baseball: Kurth Field safety improvements $3,500
Baseball: Denoon Field safety improvements $2,500
Baseball: Bluhm Field safety improvements $6,000
Playground Sets Manchester Park (New Playground Set to match funds for Memorial Play Structure) $40,000
Misc. Playground replacement equipment $5,000
Wood chips for all playgrounds $10,000
AMOUNT
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Draft Capital 2022
This is a draft copy of 2022 Capital Projects. Please provide suggestions or comments before our
Capital submittal in June.
Recommendation for Action by the Committee:
No action required
PROJECT
NAME LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION 2022
All Fields Baseball: Horn Field safety improvements $5,500
Baseball: Jensen Field safety improvements $2,500
Baseball: Kurth Field safety improvements $3,500
Baseball: Denoon Field safety improvements $2,500
Baseball: Bluhm Field safety improvements $6,000
Rugby Field: Bluhm Safety Improvements $2,500
Soccer Field: Safety Improvements $2,500
Football Field: Safety Improvements $2,500
Parks - Tennis Court/Pickle Court Outdoor Seating with Shade (Lions Park)$10,000
Outdoor Seating with Shade (Kurth Park)$10,000
Basketball Courts None $0
Dumpster Enclosures Idle Isle (2)$10,000
Park Arthur (2)$10,000
Bluhm (1)$5,000
Playground Sets Misc. Playground replacement equipment $5,000
Wood chips for all playgrounds $10,000
Concrete Apron around playgrounds (Bluhm, Jensen, Lions, Denoon) $45,000
Fencing Park Arthur (Split Rail)$0
Future Trails There is no current plans to work on designs or construction of separate trail plans $0
Park Structures and Lots Kurth Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls) $6,500
Bluhm Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls) $13,000
Horn Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls)$6,500
Idle Isle Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls) $6,500
Veterans Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls) $6,500
Lions Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls $6,500
Arthur Park Building Upgrades (new bathroom stalls) $6,500
Lake Access Points $0
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $184,500
AMOUNT
EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Parks & Conservation Committee
April 12, 2021
To: Parks & Conservation Committee
From: Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager
Subject: Recreation Program Miscellaneous Updates
Date: April 8, 2021
Please find the following items in relation to various recreation programs/activities in the city. Such
items don’t require committee action but can certainly be discussed during the Miscellaneous Business
portion of the meeting.
1. We are finishing up the production of our summer guide which will be published digitally on
April 16th. We are also producing and abridged version of the guide which we will be mailing to
Muskego residences so they know that we will have programs available this summer.
Registration for the summer session is scheduled to start at 8:30AM on April 21. We have a full
summer offering of our typical programs.
2. We will begin the process of hiring some seasonal staff to work the Idle Isle concessions area.
Position will start in early May. The plan is to have the facility open a few hours in the middle of
every weekday and then for 10 hours on the weekends. We will sell limited pre‐packaged
snacks and drinks, a few frozen treats and are planning on working with some local business to
sell their items as well (Pops, Sweet Kettle Delight, Gingerbread House, etc.) Those
conversations will take place in the next few weeks. The staff person will also be able to sell
annual boat launch passes, Idle Isle parking passes, rent our kayaks & stand‐up paddle boards
and keep on eye on the park for issues with trash or dangerous behaviors.
3. Spring sports are now getting in to full swing with full use of the ball fields and soccer fields.
Our new software will allow for teams to easily schedule their practices and see who else is
using the fields. We currently have fields reserved for 6 tournaments at Park Arthur with one
more group still expressing interest in hosting a tournament.
4. Beer garden dates have been set for 2021 with Component Brewing. Dates are June 25‐27, July
16‐18, August 13‐15 and September 10‐12. There are also several other beer gardens
scheduled for this summer by local non‐profits as a fundraiser for their programs. Their dates
are still being finalized.
5. We have several exciting outdoor adventure classes going on this spring including an Arbor day
Sunset Candlelight Hike at Badertscher, a Big Muskego Lake Scenic Kayak tour in May, a Fox
Rive Guided Kayak tour in May and we are working with Tom Zagar, Conservation Coordinator
on a Muskego Conservation Land Management Workshop in May as well.
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To: Parks & Conservation Committee
From: Tom Zagar
CC: Scott Kroeger
RE: Conservation Updates
Date: April 9, 2021
Prescribed burns were conducted on several lands this spring: Badertscher Preserve, Blattner Preserve,
Bluhm Park, Manchester Hill Park, and Luther Parker Cemetery. Prairie and oak woodlands are fire‐
adapted plant communities that developed over thousands of years of humans applying fire to the
landscape, so these burns are critical to their ecological health.
A fencing contractor has been hired to install a four‐foot steel fence around Luther Parker Cemetery
replacing the cedar wood fence that has become dilapidated over the past two decades. The black
galvanized steel fence will have ornate finials and mimic a wrought iron fence style appropriate for the
age of the cemetery (1842).
Ospreys have returned to Big Muskego Lake and should be laying eggs soon. The Bald Eagles are no
longer nesting on a platform – they have nested and are currently incubating eggs in a large willow tree
on the west shore near Nature Estates subdivision. Cameras have been placed on osprey platforms and
nesting photographs of these birds will be shared on the City’s website.
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