PRB041883minutesMINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING
Monday, April 18, 1983
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was
called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Dick Arrowood.
PRESENT: Carl Wauer, Joe Weitzer, Karen Wesell, Richard
Manchester, Richard Arrowood, Pete Theis,
and Jackie St. Mary.
ABSENT: Blenda Treba and Jo Ann Kehl
GUESTS: Little Muskego Lake Association representatives,
Waterbugs representatives, Harry Udvare, Duane
& Marge Elertson, Scott Kloskowski, Matt Bennett,
Alderman Colburn, and Eugene Gaetzke.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the Board meeting held on April 11,
and the minutes of the regular meeting held on
March 21st, 1983, were approved as mailed.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Jackie stated that the city attorney had notified
her that the meeting of the Board held on March Zlst
was an official, legal meeting, and the 2 to 1
vote does, therefore, stand.
For future reference: The procedure to follow
for bringing back a motion from the previous
meeting would be that a motion to reconsider
the initial motion would need to be made, se-
conded, and carried by a majority vote. If
it is carried, the initial motion is the motion
that would be on the floor.
Scott Kloskowski of the Land 0 Lakes League has
requested the use of the concession stand at
Horn Field. The Land 0 Lakes team was reminded
that they must remember that there are neighbors
around Horn Field whom they must get along with.
Concern was also expressed over the practice
of drinking beer after the game. The Lakes
representative said that they just finish the
beer there and then leave. He also said that
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they have no intention of selling concessions
at Muskego High School games. Carl Wauer made
a motion to allow concessions at Horn and Richard
Manchester seconded the motion with the restric-
tion that they watch the time that they are
there after games (no longer than 1% hours after
a game has ended). The motion carried.
The Little Muskego Lake Association presented
a layout plan for the Fun Fest. They close
the boat parking area down when there are no
boat parking slots available. They do allow
people to launch after that but they must find
their own parking area outside of the park.
There was concern about collecting the fees
for parking. The question arose as to whether
the Parks Department could provide the attendants
for parking on the weekend and collect the fees.
The LMLA set a fee of $1.00 for parking rather
than the city's fee of $.50. Discussion took
place as to whether the parks department attendant
would be there to collect fees for the sake of
revenue and whether to allow people who have
purchased season passes to enter without paying
an additional fee. The Board felt strongly that
the season passes should be honored. Carl Wauer
made a motion to accept the plan presented by
LMLA and remember that they cannot use the grass
for parking if it rains. Richard Manchester
seconded the motion. He also asked where the money
raised by this event would go. The LMLA repre-
sentative stated that they donated a truck and
also paid for some of the upkeep of the weed
harvester with the funds raised last year. The
motion then passed unanimously.
Mr. Bill McSorley of the Waterbugs ski club
presented a membership roster to the Board.
He also submitted a jump permit which was
approved by the DNR on March 30, 1983. The
Waterbugs expressed concern over the show dates
approved at the March Zlst Board meeting. Mr.
Arrowood asked if any of the Board members would
want to reconsider their motion from that meeting.
There was no motion to reconsider. Mr. McSorley
then stated that he felt that the problem was
that people around the lake do not see the situa-
tion clearly. They hear the noise but don't see
anyone except the Waterbugs. Mike Fitzgerald
stated that he felt that the people around the
lake and the Board may be responsible for the
financial ruin of the "Waterbugs".
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WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
Keith Groth of the Icetronauts requested the
dates of June 18th and 19th for a baseball
tournament at Bluhm Park. Carl Wauer moved
to allow the dates and Richard Manchester
seconded the motion. There was a mention of
the possibility of getting a beer permit and
also of putting up a tent. The group said
there would be no truck on the grounds and they
have their own clean up. Richard Manchester
amended the motion to approve the concessions.
Carl Wauer seconded. The amended motion carried.
The main motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
Harry Udvare of the Muskego Athletic Association
was present and requested the hiring of a field
maintenance person. The MAA will pay $3.35 a"
hour for a 12-14 week period. ($2.26 FICA, $8.80
per week workmans compensation). Richard Manchester
made a motion to pass the Resolution #92-83 from
the Finance Committee. The MAA would be responsible
for minimum rate of pay, social security, and work-
mans compensation. Karen Wesell seconded the motion.
The MAA would like to make one donation since they
cannot hire an employee due to their tax exempt
status.
Fire Lanes at Idle Isle Park - It was suggested
that all fire lanes at the Idle Isle Park be
observed and no parking be allowed in those
lanes. Also, if the "Bugs" needed to, they
should park along th.= water's edge next to the curb by
the sailboat launch. The LMLA can park their truck
behind the building along with the one car. The
parking attendant would tell the people where to park.
Meeting Dates - The Board decided not to change the
date of their meetings. They will remain the third
Monday of each month.
NEW BUSINESS:
Dick Arrowood requested that Pete look into the status
of unemployment compensation and part-time employees,
especially regarding the time periods involved when
they have worked for the city and are off and then begin
to work for the department again.
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PARKS REPORT:
Pete stated that the Mayor had requested to see
clean up of some firewood at the garage. Mr. Arrowood
suggested that Pete advertise the availability of the
wood to Muskego residents in the Sun. After discussion
the Board agreed to let Pete handle the matter in the
way he feels is best.
The following former seasonal employees were recommended
for rehiring by Pete: Jerry Galecke, Ken Form, Ed Gund,
Craig Chism. It was suggested that Pete check into the
unemployment compensation matter regarding these employees
and report to Mr. Arrowood who would then poll the Board.
Mowers - The Board discussed extensively, the three bids
for mowers that were received on a Jacobsen, Tom, and
a Bobcat. Richard Manchester made a motion to make a
recommendation to the Finance Committee to purchase the
Tom. Joe Weitzer seconded the motion. The motion carried.
RECREATION REPORT:
Jackie St. Mary submitted a concern by the athletic director
at Muskego High School. There seems to be a concern as to
who will maintain the diamonds at Horn Field. Dick Arrowood
suggested trying to get these things straightened out. Joe
Beatka seems to feel he is supposed to maintain Horn Field.
Pete had some idea as to what he was trying to do but said
he will have no permission to do anything to the fields
until he comes before the Parks and Recreation Board,
and they approve it.
Jackie is in receipt of a letter from Roberta Langkamp
in which she requested a 25% refund of her $5.50 swimming
lessons due to the closing of the high school pool for
repairs. A letter will be written to Ms. Langkamp telling
her that at this time when the pool reopens, the program
may resume. Wait to refund her the money until that time.
A request has been received from the Calvary Evangelical
Free Church for permission to use the Muskego Elementary
baseball field on Monday evenings at 7:00 PM from May 2,
1983 through August 8, 1983. Carl Wauer made a motion
to allow the use of the field as is. Richard Manchester
seconded and the motion carried.
Notification has been received from Tom Blotz regarding
LAWCON appropriations. He has informed the department
that there is money available in the state budget at
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this time for 1983 and if we had a project, plans and
applications should be submitted at this time.
The School Board expressed some concern about maintaining
and improving the parking area at Mill Valley. They
would like to encourage parking on the Racine Avenue
parking lot. The lease for ball diamonds will be
approved but the School Board's representative, Mr.
Matheson, will talk to Pete to check into the improve-
ments that can be made with the Racine Avenue parking
lot.
After discussion, it was suggested a letter be sent to
all heads of leagues asking them to use the Racine
Avenue parking lot. A letter is also to be sent to
Mr. Matheson with a copy of the letter to the leagues,
telling him about the efforts to do whatever possible
to improve the area.
Roger Skoczak has submitted a tournament request for the
use of Mill Valley from 8 AM to 9 PM cm Saturday and
Sunday, June 18th and 19th. The group he represents
would provide their own porta-pots and concessions.
Due to a conflict of diamond scheduling, the diamonds
cannot be released at this time. Carl Wauer made a
motion to deny the request and Karen Wesell seconded.
Motion carried.
Dance Recital Tickets - In the past tickets were free,
but the procedure was abused. This year, tickets are
$2.00 each. The revenue which will be raised will help
to pay for the dance floor replacement at Jensen Center
which will be requested at budget time in 1983. A
motion was made by Karen Wesell to increase ticket
prices to $2.00. Richard Manchester seconded the motion
and it carried.
Lease for Freedom Square-Phase IV - This item is to be
placed on the May agenda. Jackie will be getting an
update on this lease from Dick Schaumberg.
1983 Sunmer Program Approval - The Huff N' Puff program
previously offered will be dropped this year.
Some of the new additions would be the horseshow at
the Muskego Country Fair Days, a playground at Idle Isle
which would alternate with the present playground at
Jensen center, a bus pick up at the playgrounds for
open swim at the high school on one day of the week,
a family night at a Brewers game, a Fishing School,
open gym for adults, weightlifting for adults, a
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Leukemia Swim Classic, and a sailing school. Still
other ideas proposed are a county doubles tennis
tournament, baton instruction, a youth band program,
a personal grooming program, a horseriding program
offered in conjunction with North Cape Farms, and a
mummer aerobics class.
Karen Wesell made a motion to approve the Recreation
programs as presented by the recreation supervisor and
Carl Wauer seconded the motion. The motion carried.
Pool Repair Update - The fiberglass liner was approved
by the School Board and repair will begin as soon as
the rest of the supplies for same arrive at the high
school. From that point, it will take four weeks to
finish.
Status of Recreation Department - The Mayor's corres-
pondence to the School Board regarding the status of
any takeover of the Recreation Department and that there
was a need for more research and study regarding any
planning regarding same, was discussed.
It was noted that Bob Heim has donated some ping-pong
equipment to the Recreation Department.
Cartwheelathon - $1633.00 has been raised in the cart-
wheelathon. Jackie is now looking into the purchasing
of some uneven parallel bars.
A gymnastics meet was held on the last week of class.
Compliments were received on how well the meet was run
and how professional it was.
ADJOURNMENT:
Karen Wesell moved to adjourn the meeting at lo:45 PM.
Carl Wauer seconded the motion and it carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Joseph Weitzer, for Jo Ann Kehl
secretary
ff 5/10/83
RESOLUTIbN #92-83
APPROVAL OF HIRING-A PARTTIME PARK EMPLOYEE
IN COOPERATION WITH THE MAA
WHEREAS, it has been suggested that the city hire an employee
to do various park.maintenance duties for 14 weeks during the summer months, and
WHEREAS, the city and the NAA have worked in cooperation with
each other for the past several years, and
WHEREAS, the Finance Committee has reviewed the possibility
of hiring an employee for parttime employment to work during
the summer months in cooperation with the MAA with that organ-
ization funding the salary at the minimum rate and to pay the
Social Security and the Workman's Compensation of the employee,
and
WHEREAS, the Finance Committee has recommended approval of
such an arrangement subject to the approval of the MAA, the
City's Park Supervisor and the Park and Recreation Board,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City
of Nuskego, upon the recommendation of the Finance Committee,
does hereby authorize the hiring of a park maintenance employee
for 14 weeks during the surmner months subject to the approval of the MAA, the City's park-Su~pervisor ~an~d~.the!ack and Recre-
ation Board with the MAA reimbursing the city for the employee's minimum salary, Social Security and Workman's Compensation.
DATED THIS /s DAY OF
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Aid. Robert Klenz
Ald. Mitchel Penovich
Aid. Edwin P. Dumke
ATTEST:
City Clerk -