PRB070990minutesMINUTES
PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MEETING, CITY OF MUSKEGO
MONDAY, JULY 9, 1990
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was called to order
by President Jerald Hulbert at 7:07 P.M.
PRESENT: Jerald Hulbert, Adele Kehoe, Richard Manchester, Tom Millonzi,
Gordon Jacobson (Recreation Supervisor) and Peter Theis (Parks
Supervisor)
ABSENT: Ald. Dan Hilt, Therese Rilling (excused), Ron Stephens
GUESTS: 11
INTRODUCTION OF RECREATION SUPERVISOR
President Jerald Hulbert introduced Gordon Jacobson who has accepted the
position of the Recreation Supervisor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Richard Manchester moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the June 11,
1990, meeting. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
0 Richard Manchester moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the<~June 14,
1990, meeting. ~,Adele Kehoe seconded. Motion carried.
Richard Manchester moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the June 20,
1990, meeting. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
Tom Millonzi moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the June 27, 1990,
meeting. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
M.A.A. flag football
Dennis LeMaster would like to repeat program similar to last year. The M.A.A.
expects 120-150 kids. Would like to run program Saturday afternoons at Kurth
Park, to begin after Labor Day weekend. Richard Manchester moved to grant
request to use Kurth Park providing there is no conflict with soccer program.
Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
Yacht Club regatta
Bill Anderson requested use of Idle Isle boat parking for 3 days (Friday
afternoon through Sunday), June 27-29. Parking would be on the grassy area
so that normal boat spaces are available. Richard Manchester moved to accept
request. Adele Kehoe seconded. Motion carried.
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WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
Aerobics/workout program
A letter was received from Judith Staacke regarding an increase in the fee to
offer the aerobics/workout program this fall. The Board members were concern
as to whether there would be time to notify participants as to cost increase
before fall program begins. Gordy Jacobson was asked to discuss S.A.F.E. program
with Judith Staacke. Richard Manchester moved to defer request for program
increase. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
Dog obedience refund
Mrs. Olson requested the Board to refund a portion of the dog obedience class
she had registered for. Adele Kehoe moved to deny request. Richard Manchester
seconded. Motion withdrawn. Motion was made by Richard Manchester to have
Recreation Director contact Mrs. Olson as to reason for request and defer action
until August meeting. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
Muskego Community Festival request
Alderman Taube was present to request additional power which would cut use of
so many extension cords. A circuit box would be added near Racine Avenue and
Pioneer Drive. Richard Manchester moved to approve new circuit box with the
understanding that the Muskegofest Committee would make good on any damage that
would be done in extending this power service. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion
carried.
Alderman Taube, on behalf of the Muskegofest Committee, requested to create a
pond and fill in other areas of wetland area north of the historical park.
Funding to hopefully come from DPW (Department of Public Works) and free
fill from area construction. Pete Theis questioned whether or not it is park
land. Engineering to be done by committee personnel until as much as possible,
at that point, costs would be picked up by festival committee. Motion made by
Tom Millonzi to approve the concept as presented. Richard Manchester seconded.
Motion carried.
Wrestling program refund
A letter was received from Mrs. Mielke requesting a refund for weight training
p?XIglZZlIlL Motion to disapprove refund was made by Richard Manchester. Tom
Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
Comprehensive study update
Pete Theis reported that recommendations are being compiled and the concept
of the community festival grounds is being addressed.
Muskego Recreation Trail sub-committee report
The cost estimate of Phase IV which would be from Bay Lane/Woods Road to Bluhm
Farm Park was presented. Completion of Phase IV to Mystic Drive by Thanksgiving
would be a reasonable goal. The money for Phase IV, amounting to $5,480, would
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be from park dedication funds. Motion made by Richard Manchester to accept
recommendation of sub-committee. Adele Kehoe seconded. Motion carried.
Gerald Kozey agreement
Parkland Plaza agreement had been made to deposit topsoil on the land for a
fee of $1,000 to be placed in an escrow account to be used for purchase of
playground equipment. 'Lessee of Parkland Plaza was not able to gain access
to the plaza due to equipment and soil blocking entrance. Pete Theis to check
into the situation.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
Service drive at Mill Valley should be completed within the week. Painting being
done at Horn Field for Safety City program. A fence is being put up to protect
the play area. Motion made by Richard Manchester to erect a 50-foot, chain-link
fence to protect Safety Ciry area. Seconded by Adele Kehoe. Motion carried.
Idle Isle launching policy
Pete Theis reviewedwiththe Board members the present policy. It seems to be
working well.
Denoon shelter specifications
Specifications will be written and reviewed by sub-committee before being
published for bids.
Recreation
No report at this meeting. New supervisor (on the job for 3 days) will have
a report next month.
NEW BUSINESS, OTHER BUSINESS:
Plan Commission subdivision plats
No plat maps were presented.
Marlan Meadows drainage problem
Motion made to bring the problem to the attention of Public Works. Pete Theis
will contact them. Richard Manchester made the motion. Tom Millonzi seconded.
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business. Richard Manchester moved to adjourn. TOUI
Millonzi seconded. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:12 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
ADELE KEHOE
Secretary. Parks & Recreation Board
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pc: Board Members, Mayor (2), Aldermen, Clerk, Parks Supervisor, Recreation
Supervisor