PRB031389minutesMINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING, CITY OF MUSKEGO
MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1989
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was called to order at
7:03 P.M. by President Jerry Hulbert.
PRESENT: Alderman Dan Hilt, Jerald Hulbert, Richard Manchester, Thomas Millonzi,
Ronald Stephens, Jackie Schweitzer (Recreation Supervisor) and Peter
Theis (Parks Supervisor)
ABSENT: Dennis Kucharski, Therese Rilling (excused)
GUESTS: Fred Bauer, Harry Udvare, Fran Burgeson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Richard Manchester moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the February 13,
1989, meeting. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
Baseball/softball schedule concerns
Schedule conflicts discussed by Board. Jackie reviewed memorandum sent to
Board members on conflicts and recommendations worked out by the Board's
Baseball/Softball Sub-committee. Richard Manchester moved to accept schedule
as adjusted by sub-committee recommendations. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion
carried.
Tournaments: Jackie explained conflicts to Board. Jackie reported that Don
Dietzler had called and would be willing to take the following Sunday as a
raindate (6/18) or to start his tournament on June 24 at lo:30 A.M. to allow
Parks Department time to work fields for women's tournament first. Peter mentioned
that by going to the Sunday date, as requested, the tournament would be paying
double time for staff (as much as $26.00/hour). Jackie to notify Mr. Dietzler
of this situation. Ron Stephens made a motion to accept tournament dates with
dates to be worked out with Mr. Dietzler based on his conversation with the
Recreation Supervisor. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried.
Ron Ford--tournament fees/donations
Ron Ford was not present at this meeting.
Fred Bauer--Jewel Crest Drive lake accesses
Pete addresses Board of City Resolution j/55-69 concerning this access. Mr. Bauer
appeared and stated to the Board his disagreement with this matter. Jackie
asked Mr Bauer to please bring in all his relating material for copying. He
agreed to bring it in on Friday. Fred wants no City access signs on Diamond and
Ruby, as he feels they belong to the Jewel Crest Advancement Association. No
signs will be put up while there is a question of ownership concerning these two
lots.
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, March 13, 1989, page 2
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
There was none received.
OLD BUSINESS: -
Vandalism reward program update
No update for this meeting. Place on agenda for April meeting.
Lake access parcel signs review
Pete presented a sample of the parcel sign to be placed at ea~chof the 19 public
access lots around Little Muskego Lake. Each sign costs approximately $26.00.
They will be mounted on a 6" pressure-treated post.
1989 master baseball/softball schedule review and approval
This matter was covered under personal appearancesportion of these minutes.
Wind Lake pony league request review
Peter reported a call from the Wind Lake pony league about use of a Muskego field
for their 1989 season. Due to the proposed construction taking place at
Lakeview School this summer, they will lose use of their field at the school.
Peter provided him the information on request procedure, etc. but has not heard
from him again, to date.
Donation policy and tournament fee waivers
The Board reviewed the policy regarding the acceptance of donations in lieu of
tournament fees (Athletic Fields, Section IV (E)). The policy reads:
The Parks and Recreation Board would look at waiving tournament fees if the donation
is greater than the actual charge and if it can be applied toward some project the
Board wishes to pursue, at the Board's discretion. These issues must be negotiated
and paid prior to tournament.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
Parks
Outline of Chapter 26 of the municipal code relating to Parks and Recreation
Department
Pete presented an outline of Chapter 26 for the Board, as discussed at the February
Board meeting. This provides a more comprehensive breakdown of the areas covered
under Chapter 26. Each Board member received a copy of this outline.
Request to Finance Committee for funding of Phase III/Muskego Recreational Trail
Included in this year's budget is funding for Phase II of the recreational trail
(Lannon to Bay Lane). The Board would like to also complete Phase III at the same
time as Phase II. Richard Manchester moved to recommend this project to the
Finance Committee and request use of Park Dedication Funds to complete this third
phase of the recreational trail. Ron Step&ns .secolided. Motion carried. -
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, March 13, 1989, page 3
Peter estimated the cost for Phase III to be $1,095.00. The estimated cost for
Phase I was $3,665.00, but actual costs were $2,001.00. Mr. Loughney, Super-
intendent of Public Works has received the "go-ahead" from the Public Works
Committee to assist with completion of Phase III.
Portable toilet facility quotes for 1989 season
Pete presented quotes for portable toilet facility service in 1989 to Board.
These prices are for the same number of units as 1988. Board member questionned
if this includes paying for the portapot at Bluhm. In 1988, Women's Softball
League paid for this unit. Peter included in budget for 1989 this expense. The
market is very competitive for this service. Peter obtained quotes from A-l
($4,785) and Metro ($4,144). The department has used Metro (all but 1 year when
their price was higher) and as their price was very competitive this year, Ron
Stephens moved to accept the quote of $4,144 from Metro. Richard Manchester
seconded. Motion carried.
Recreation
No report for this meeting.
NEW BUSINESS, OTHER BUSINESS:
Review of subdivision plats as presented from Plan Commission
Board reviewed the plan where McDonald's and office building are proposed to be
built, in respect to overall use of the parkland and the current roadway plan.
Board discussion followed. Board would like all plans to include the wording
"future roadway" so people buying or looking at developing would be aware that
there could be eventual park development and a roadway through this area to get -- to the park development. The Board would like to see a temporary (gravel) "T"
or cul de sac for snowplow purposes, but again, not to make it look permanent to
future developers.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Richard Manchester moved to adjourn. Ron Stephens
seconded. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:36 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
TOM MILLONZI
Secretary, Parks and Recreation Board
sjd/4-4-89
pc: Board Members, Mayor (2), Aldermen, Clerk, Parks Supervisor, Recreation
Supervisor