PRB061289minutesMINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING, CITY OF MUSKEGO
MONDAY, JUNE 12, 1989
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was called to order at
7:50 P.M. by President Jerry Hulbert.
PRESENT: Alderman Dan Hilt, Jerald Hulbert, Richard Manchester, Thomas Millonzi,
Therese Rilling, Ronald Stephens, Jackie Schweitzer (Recreation
Supervisor) and Peter Theis (Parks Supervisor)
ABSENT: Dennis Kucharski
GUESTS: Fran Burgeson, Gilbert Spieler, Dave Taube, Mayor Salentine, Ed Niezgoda,
Harry Udvare, Roger Kastello, Clem Knutowski
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Richard Manchester moved to approve the minutes of the May 8, 1989, meeting.
Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
Little Muskego Lake Association--parking fees for Lakefest
l Fran Burgeson appeared to request of the Board permission to raise the parking
fees to $2.00 a car at Lakefest. The Board reminded her that season passes
issued by the department needed to be honored and the boat launch to remain open.
Alderman Hilt moved to allow LMLA to increase parking fate to $Z;OO per car for
this year's festival. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried.
Icetronauts--storage space
Dave Taube appeared on behalf of the Icetronauts to ask the Board to give them
permission to store their two trailers behind the parks department's garage.
They would be willing to pay the city the same amount of money they have negotiated
with the other person they currently rent from which is $150.00/year. Jerry
Hulbert suggested a time limit for storing be considered. Jackie suggested
before Board approved, this issue should be discussed with the Planning and
Development Department regarding restriction of use, etc. Ron Stephens made a
motion to approve the trailers being parked on City lot for only a one-year
lease with Plan Commission approval and approval by the Public Works Committee
as Z/3 of the building is theirs. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried.
Dave Taube was asked to look through their insurance plans as to responsibility
if the trailers are damaged or vandalized.
Idle Isle boat launch
Gilbert Spieler appeared to discuss the boat launch at Idle Isle as to whether
it (launch) will be moved and wanted to know what the plans were in the future.
Richard Manchester made a motion that motor loading be prohibited at the Idle
Isle boat launch. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried. A sign would have
to be posted indicating this. Pete was asked to make a sign, with an effective
date of July 1, 1989.
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1989, page 2
Muskego Community Fest additional electric service
Dave Taube reported on the expansion of the Community Fest. He indicated there
is a need for more electrical service as they grow. They need to add two
pedestals, one transformer and service box. Ron Stephens moved to agree to allow
Community Fest (at their expense) to update the electrical service as outlined.
Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried.
The path between the Old Settlement Centre and Horn Park has been questioned as
to approval to do this and specifics on the path and area. Dave Taube is positive
the requested path is outside the wetland borders. Dave Taube was asked to open
up communication with Board and bring back to next month's meeting more details
on location and the actual path.
Mr. Niezgoda also reported his concern about the proposal for parking on the
ball field. The City spent lots of money putting in drain tile to correct
drainage problems at Horn. Mr. Niezgoda also expressed concern that the path
might be welcoming vandalism and a "hang out" area that would be hard to patrol.
M.A.A. player benches donation for Bay Lane
Harry Udvare, representing the M.A.A., indicated they would like to donate
8, 15' player benches for the Bay Lane School Complex, and would like to request
Peter's crew provide the installation of them. The M.A.A. was bequethed with a
memorial from the family of Patrick Keller and this is what they would like to
use the money for. The school board has approved the project. Ron Stephens
moved to accept the donation of player benches and have the parks crew install.
Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried. Board also suggested a thank you
note be sent to the M.A.A. for the benches.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
Fee waiver request
A written request from a lady asking for financial assistance for a recreation
program for her two children. Ron Stephens made a motion to make a 50% reduction
for the two children in the track and field program. Tom Millonzi seconded the
motion. Motion carried. As this was not a first request from this person, the
Board asked Jackie to note that the department does accept volunteer time to
offset expenses in financial situations.
Refund request
There were no requests.
Department dance/gymnastic instructor request for reclassification
Jackie presented the letter received from the department's dance/gymnastic
instructor. The Board suggested to look at different options. To be placed
on agenda for next time. Jackie will put together expenses from different
department's and report back to the Board. The Board would like to invite
Mary Kozlik tOnext meeting to clarify aspects of the letter.
OLD BUSINESS:
Jewel Crest Drive lake accesses
Pete reported that documents have never arrived from Fred Bauer. Jackie
indicated numerous cancellations from Mr. Bauer to meet. Alderman Hilt made
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a motion to table it. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried. Pete was informed
to post the accesses.
update on status of bike trails (WEPCO/Bay Breeze)
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No dates reported, but it is on the work schedule for the Public Works Department.
Jackie reported that the permit for completion of the Bay Breeze recreational
trail is July 1st. She indicated we needed to submit to Waukesha County Highway
Department for a time extension because it will not be completed by July 1st.
The Board requested she look through the subdivider's agreement for any penalties
that might be incurred by Ingersoll for lack of completion.
Parkland Plaza parkland update
The Board discussed the possibility of hiring an outside park design/consultant
firm to look at this whole Parkland Plaza parkland issue, as timing is important.
The Board felt the two major issues this outside consultant would need to address
would be:
1. Is it advantageous to trade the existing 15-acre parcel for another
parcel within the Janesville Rd./Woods Rd./Lannon Dr./Bay Lane Rd. area
for park purposes?
2. Values of the lands in that area if it is recommended to trade the
15 acres.
Richard Manchester made a motion for Jackie to request of the Finance Committee
and Common Council the expenditure of park dedication funds to hire a firm and
for her to contact a consulting firm for an expert opinion on this land and
area. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried.
The Board would also like to request of the Plan Commission that a condition of
the PUD (Planned Unit Development), the road (Parkland Drive South) be extended
to this 15-acre parcel of parkland.
Update on status of land acquisition from Haut's for Denoon Park
Jackie updated the Board on the tax problem Mr. Haut developed because of his
sale of the 20 acres to the City for Denoon park. The firm of Mulcahy and
Wherry, on behalf of the City, has worked with Mr. Haut and seems to have
satisfied the IRS.
Review of LML Advisory Committee's recommendations
Alderman Hilt indicated the LML Advisory Committee had recommended restructuring
the fee structure at Idle Isle Park. Peter indicated it would involve new
signage, new parking ticket procedure forms and employee hours in parks
department to make changes. Alderman Hilt suggested calling Keith Bennett to
review plans for boat launch/shore restoration. Alderman Hilt asked Pete to
make a sign to indicate the fine if you don't pay the fee during the "honor"
time.
Muskego Woman's Softball League requests
1. Requested permission to change the raindate of their tournament to the
first weekend in August.
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1989, page 4
2. Would like to make a donation, since not sure what, could they write a
check for $200 for the Park Board until they decide what to do. Ron Stephens
suggested to date the check for tournament time and after tournament, cash
the check.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
Parks
S.E.W.R.P.C. update
Pete reported to the Board by the next meeting, he should have some more information
on the status of the master plan.
Review of Idle Isle non-attendant collection system
Peter reported that at present pace of collections, the department will surpass
the anticipated amount projected in the 1989 budget.
Summer crew status
Pete reported he is at full crew status.
Building sub-committee meeting date
The Board agreed to set up a sub-committee to review different plans for the
shelter building at Denoon Park. Pete is to set a date for anytime after July 4.
Recreation
Purchase of air-conditioner for Horn Park
Jackie reported the Woman's Club agreed to donate $300.00 toward the purchase of
an air-conditioner for Horn Park. Jackie indicated that as it is not a budgeted
item in the Recreation budget, possibly wait through this summer and see how the
air-conditioner plus newly installed ceiling fans work. Send a note to Muskego
Woman's Club thanking them for the offer and see if it could be held until 1990.
Equipment/Key Loan Policy revision
Jackie pointed out the changes proposed to the existing policy. Ron Stephens
moved to accept the revision of policy change on equipment and key loan change
as proposed. Alderman Hilt seconded. Motion carried.
Picnic kit/volleyball standard rental policy approval
Ron Stephens moved to accept the Picnic Kit/Volleyball Standard rental policy
as presented. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried. Ron Stephens
suggested to keep it updated.
Swim staff request for salary/recertification materials
Jackie discussed the concerns of the swim staff regarding their wages. They are
not compensated for training and prep time. Jackie suggested salaries should
be reviewed for 1990. These employees, who make $4.50 per hour, requested that
possibly the City could pay for the materials for their upcoming "mandated"
recertification. Ron Stephens moved to pay the $37.00 per instructor
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with the understanding they will be working for us for one year. with the understanding they will be working for us for one year. Alderman Hilt Alderman Hilt
seconded. seconded. Motion carried. Motion carried. They paid the fee, They paid the fee, so approval is to reimburse them so approval is to reimburse them
‘,m ‘,m for the registration. for the registration.
Non-resident/Norway school district resident fee structure Non-resident/Norway school district resident fee structure
Deferred for next month.
NEW BUSINESS, OTHER BUSINESS:
Capital budget Committee representative
The Board needs to select someone to serve on the Capital Budget Committee.
Richard Manchester nominated Ron Stephens. Therese Rilling seconded. Board
approved the nomination of Ron Stephens unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Ron Stephens made a motion to adjourn. Alderman
Hilt seconded. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
THERESE RILLING, SECRETARY
Parks and Recreation Board
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