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PRB061295minutesMINUTES PARKS & RECREATION BOARD, CITY OF MUSKEGO MONDAY, JUNE 12 1995 The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board, City of Muskego, was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by President Jerald Hulbert. It was noted that this meeting was posted on June 8, 1995, in accordance with the Open Meeting Law. PRESENT: Jerald Hulbert, Howard Schneider, Toby Whipple, Adele Kehoe, Richard Manchester, Ron Stephens, Ald. Mark Suhr, Gordon L. Jacobson (Recreation Director) and Peter Theis (Parks Director). GUESTS: (see attached list) APPROVAL OF MINUTES: -,* Alderman Suhr wanted the minutes corrected to reflect that Jean Marenda, City Clerk, was present to administer the oath of office to the Board members. Adele Kehoe moved to approve the minutes as corrected for the May meeting. Toby Whipple seconded. Motion carried. PERSONAL APPEARANCES: Horn Park fence Mr. Ed Niezgoda was present to share possible solutions he saw to correct the Horn Park problem of foul balls. He felt an extension of the net and perhaps dropping the net could make a difference. A wing was also suggested as well as a crank up net. Mr. Niezgoda also felt the park ranger was helpful. He indicated problems of trespassing and parking have occurred since he was last before the Board. Mr. Niezgoda questioned why the bills he submitted to the City for his car repair bills have been denied. He indicated problems with ball players, coaches. etc. Non-resident fee policy for senior trips Mrs. Alice Castine, representing senior citizens of Muskego, appeared before the Board. The seniors are questioning the 50% more fees for non-resident seniors to travel along with Muskego resident seniors on the senior trips sponsored by the City of Muskeqo. Gordy will research how much tax dollars are involved a in subsidizing-the trips. Minutes, Parks & Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1995 - 2 Lake Access Parcel #15 (Pleasant View Drive Mike Larsen stated the Larsens live on Little Muskego Lake and are concerned about the amount of traffic on the lake. He cited two near accidents. At Brown's lake and Eagle Lake, according to Mr. Larsen, season passes are between $40-$105. Traffic there, he also stated, is regulated as to the number of motorized boats allowed on the lake at the same time. His concern is from a safety standpoint. A collection box could be put up to try to collect money from the free launches. Mr. Larson was encouraged to take the issue to the Public Safety Committee since the Board's jurisdiction ends at the water's edge. Property protection plan Mr. Don vilione, city auditor, was not present. M.A.A. concerns Alderperson Nancy Salentine on behalf of the M.A.A. informed the Board that there was a problem with the fields not being ready. The head of the M.A.A. had been kept up with details according to Peter. Public Access #12 pier not beinq replaced Alderperson Nancy Salentine reported to the Board that the problem with the pier on Public Access #12 had been taken care of. July 4th fireworks Mrs. Schwalbach brought details to the Board of the proposed fireworks on Little Muskego for local residents. Literature should state that the park closes at 11:00 p.m. Toilet facilities and dumpsters would be additional costs. Pete recommended doubling toilet facilities and a dumpster. The cost of the toilets and dumpster should be about $300. Richard Manchester moved for approval of the fireworks and approval Of July 5th as an additional show date. Howard Schneider seconded. Richard Manchester amended his motion to include in the motion the doubling of the toilet facilities with Water Bugs sharing costs. Howard Schneider seconded the amended motion to include the toilet facilities in the second. Motion passed. Doqs in parks (problems) Mr. Lyon is concerned with residue left in the parks by dogs. He felt it is a maintenance, sanitary factor. He would like to , l see the feces picked up so the parks can still be utilized by children. Minutes, Parks & Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1995 - 3 l Doqs in parks (policy) Mr. Wrecker came to share with the Board his thoughts on the no dogs allowed policy of the Board. He would like to see the Board allow a compromise plan of usage on some park land (recreation trails) with a clean-up policy. Toby Whipple moved to allow leashed animals in Leisure Park/festival grounds and on the recreation trails providing the owners pick up waste left by their dog. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion carried. General maintenance of parks and ball diamonds Alderman Suhr stated that conditions had improved. Alderman Rasmussen brought to the Board's attention problems at ball diamonds that had been brought to him, which he then viewed. (1) What can we do this year to get the fields in shape? (2) What can we do to prevent this from happening again? Alderman Rasmussen suggested that a priority list be made and try to address the issues as quickly as possible. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE: Siqn lanquaqe classes Gordy shared with the Board two letters requesting sign language classes. He would like to pursue it for the fall session. -a ~~ Refund request Richard Manchester moved to deny the request. Toby Whipple seconded. Motion failed. Alderman Suhr moved to refund minus the $4.00 handling fee. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion passed with one opposed (Richard Manchester). Pay raise for aerobics instructor Judy Staacke heads up the S.A.F.E. program. She has reached the ceiling in the instructor's salary (2 years ago) and is asking that the Board reconsider the ceiling. The Board took no action. Softball tournament request A tournament request was received from the Mavericks Softball Club (not be be confused with the youth Mavericks hardball team). Toby Whipple moved to deny the request. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried. Request denied. Letter from Scott Kuqi l A letter from Scott Kugi regarding the action of the coach/players at Horn Field was read under "Horn Park fencing." Minutes, Parks & Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1995 - 4 l OLD BUSINESS: Idle Isle concession stand Pete has a signed lease agreement from Judi Grenz. Terms are similar to last year's; starting date of June 15. Motion to recommend the lease to Finance Committee was made by Alderman Suhr, seconded by Howard Schneider. Motion carried. Horn Field fencing Chief Johnson sent a log of complaints to the Police Department from Horn Field. There have been three complaints since the last meeting. Letters from Jim Haag, Greg Brock, Scott Kugi in support of the fence were read. Netting is being offered to the City to also help alleviate the problems. Ron Stephens moved to erect a fence with gate that can be locked. The fence will be 6 foot. Toby Whipple seconded. Motion passed. The Clarification of the motion: erect 6-foot fence with opening that can be locked. Pedestrian gate that can be locked should be installed. Pete should restake the property lines. A sub-committee will view the property lines when they have been marked and will then determine placement of the fence. Motion passed. -a The overflow parking problem and netting should be addressed regardless of the costs as quickly as possible. Motion made by Howard Schneider to put up pole to put netting up. Ron Stephens seconded. Motion passed. Muskeqo Kickers proqram Toby Whipple reported that the registration for the third season is at 650 kids with late registration still coming in. The Kickers will be playing at Meyer park in Wind Lake, also. DEPARTMENT REPORTS: RECREATION Program status Programs are starting. The new scheduling software is starting to be beneficial. Midwest Twisters gymnastics proqram Gordy has been approached by the Midwest Twisters organization about starting a program here. Other communities who have worked with the organization have been very pleased. Minutes, Parks & Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1995 - 5 Stress manqement for children proqram Gordy reviewed a program involving stress management for children. The Board questioned if the program wouldn't be better as a school program. Gordy said he would be talking with Ginny Starken again. PARKS Parks Dedication account The city auditors said to group expenditures into different categories in the Parks Dedication account. Pete said balance was over $350,000 with about $75,000 projected yet this year. Denoon Park parkinq The parking is not adequate at Denoon Park. The grass is being torn up and plantings have been driven over. Toby Whipple thought maybe they could spread the time between soccer games. Cars are parking on grass when the lot isn't full. Pete is going to come up with some alternatives. The Board does not support the request to keep cars off the grass. Lions Park pavinq quotes 1n updating last month's rollerblading request at Lions Park, Pete reported an area of 45'x45' would cost $1,800 for l-l/Z'* overlay, or $800 for patch and sealcoating. Motion to patch and sealcoat was made by Ron Stephens, seconded by Richard Manchester. Motion passed, all in favor. Water Buqs lease aqreement Pete reviewed the terms of the agreement the Board has with the Water Bugs Ski Team. One buoy needs to be moved. They will submit a new plan in order for the Board to approve that change. Staff status Pete reported that his staff consists now of 6 seasonal positions filled; of the 2 baseball positions, 1 is filled. The new full-time man is working out well. One full-time man is out on medical leave. CLOSED SESSION: President Jerry Hulbert stated the closed session would not be held. Minutes, Parks & Recreation Board Meeting, June 12, 1995 - 6 NEW BUSINESS, OTHER BUSINESS: Subdivision plans from Plan Commission Candlewood Creek preliminary plat, revised In the matter of the Candlewood Creek revised preliminary Nat, the Board discussed the bike path along the creek from Highway L to Woods Road. The master plan showed 20-acre park in that area. The plan will go before the Plan Commission on July 18. Horn Field liqhts Jim Haag discussed lighting and said there was interest in going ahead with it, but the Board would have to say when and where. Pete stated Greendale lit one diamond with six poles at a cost of $85,700. Chairman Hulbert asked how many teams could use the lit facility? This will be an agenda item for the July meeting. Kurth Park alternatives No action by the Board. Amendinq "A Park and Open Space Plan for the City of Muskeqo" No action by the Board. COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED LAW: No other communications or miscellaneous business. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Ron Stephens moved to adjourn. Toby Whipple seconded. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 12:50 a.m.. Respectfully submitted, AdeIe Kehne for Parks and Recreation Board sjd pc: Board Members, Mayor, Aldermen, City Clerk, Parks Dir., Plan Dir, Recreation Dir, Recreation Supvr, News Media