PRB021097minutesMINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD, CITY OF MUSKEGO
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1997
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board, City of
Muskego, was called to order at 6:15 p.m. by Chairperson Jerald
Hulbert.
PRESENT: Debbie Carlson, Jerald Hulbert, Richard Manchester,
Ald. Pat Patterson (6:20 p.m.), Howard Schneider, Ron Stephens, Toby Whipple, Gordon L. Jacobson
(Recreation Director), Peter Theis (Parks
Director)
GUESTS: List attached.
Notice of the meeting was posted on February 6 in accordance
with the Open Meeting Law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A motion was made by Howard Schneider to approve the minutes of the Board meeting held on Monday, January 13, 1997, as
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corrected. Richard Manchester seconded. Motion carried. Correction beinq chanqe svellinq of Park Arther to Park Arthur.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
Boldt Development Bicycle Path
Mr. Jim Sedgwick and Lynne Broydrick appeared before the Board
to ask for direction on the placement and design of the bike
path proposed for the Boldt Development. Discussion regarding
path width was discussed. Letter to Matt Sadowski addressed
two possible alternatives, other than the present design.
Engineers questioned slope, safety, practicality of asphalt material. Maintenance of path questioned. Grade and design,
road right-of-way and green space questioned. It was suggested that an 8'-wide path remain constant. Richard Manchester motioned to discontinue green space from end of first entrance
to Highway L and pavinq be to the road or rather up to the
curb. Toby Whipple seconded. Appearance of this section was further discussed. Maintenance issues explained by Parks Department, snow removal and grass cutting issues detailed to the Boldt representatives., Construction timetable further discussed with a September 1, 1997 occupancy target date. (Path to be completed in the fall of 1997.) Upon a voice vote,
the motion carried unanimously.
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WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
There was none.
OLD BUSINESS:
Thiesenhusen property acquisition of January 20, 1997
Ownership is now the City of Muskego's. Parkland named "Park
Arthur" by Mrs. Thiesenhusen. Historical background to be provided for informational purposes. A farm lease was
discussed as a possibility for the short-term usage. Mayor De Angelis asked the Board if any timeline was anticipated by the
Board. Chairman Hulbert didn't think they would be planning
anything for this year. The D.N.R. (Wisconsin Department of
Natural Resources) guidelines were discussed and revenue
accounting of any lease income explained.
Kurth Park expansion
Resolution to these issues were turned over to Mayor De
Angelis. He met with Alderman Suhr and some homeowners. The
Committee of the Whole will discuss this Thursday, February
13. Sale of parkland, a modified, scaled-down plan are the
issues to be addressed. Agenda circulated notifying the Parks
and Recreation Board members. Audience questioned if it would
be an open Committee of the Whole meeting? Mayor De Angelis stated closed issues will be handled~ first and no open discussion from the floor will happen. The Committee of the
Whole to give the Parks and Recreation Board direction. Public
will get to discuss with Parks and Recreation Board, not the
Committee of the Whole at this point in time. Time frame issue was again asked of the Mayor by the audience. Mayor responded with the many variables to lock in to exact dates would be hard
to do..
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
RECREATION
Proqram status
No discussion.
WPRA ticket proqram
Gordy explained past practices regarding refunds. Alderman Patterson asked some questions regarding quantities. Toby commented on this issue. Gordy explained adjustments to be made by Recreation Department to accommodate the refund policy.
Recommendation to retain $.50 per ticket be raised to $1.00. Motion was made by Ron Stephens, seconded by Tobv Whipple to retain $1.00 per ticket on refunds. Upon a voice vote, the
motion carried unanimously.
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Denoon Park shelter rental charqes
Gordy passed a handout of fees and charges on current rental
facilities. Comparables to Bluhm and differences to Bluhm were
discussed. County Park charges questioned. Comparisons to
other structures to be sought. Conflicts with soccer club
discussed. Water, electricity, sewer not available at Denoon
site. An overall revamp of entire fee structure may be needed.
The Parks and Recreation Board will make this an agenda item
for March. Crowd size questioned with only two portable
toilets. Future electrical service was discussed. Use as a
band shell for music program was introduced. The Board
recommended to hold off for first season and revisit the issue.
PARES
1997 Lawn Mowinq quotes
The Board were in receipt of the following quotes for the 1997 lawn mowing: F. W. Landscape Specialists, $19,500; Terra-Firma
Landscape, Inc., $25,840; Mick's Lawn, $25,900; The Bruce Co,
no bid. Ron Stephens asked historical questions. Chairman
Hulbert questioned past practices regarding mowing. The Board
discussed a contingency plan being put into place. This item
is on the February 19 Finance Committee Agenda for approval. Ron Stephens motioned to accept the quote from F. W. Landscape Specialists with Mick's Lawn being contacted for back-up if
non-compliance of contract should occur. Howard Schneider
seconded. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Idle Isle Concession Stand
Pete had contacted the Little Muskego Lakes Association and the Water Bugs to see if they would be interested in operating the
concession stand. As of this date, he has not received any
response. Ron Stephens motioned to place an ad in THE MUSKEGO
SUN to solicit for a concessionaire. Toby Whipple seconded.
Equipment discussion followed. Storage of equipment discussed.
Health Department issues addressed. Upon a voice vote, the
motion carried unanimously.
Denoon Park shelter
The contract payment was discussed. Ron Stephens motioned to
qive authorization to pay only $10,000 with balance due on completion of project. Alderman Patterson seconded. Some
specifications questioned--staining, knee bracing, concrete and
backfilling, two layers of felt, ventilation ridge vent. Upon
a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Boat launch forms
a Samples of the boat launch form were distributed. Chairman
Hulbert questioned the printing status of the forms for 1997. They were already completed.
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l Comprehensive Parks and Open Space Plan
Copy of the addendum for the Comprehensive Parks and Open Space Plan were passed out and reviewed by the Board. Howard
Schneider moved to approve the addendum and send it out to
S.E.W.R.P.C. Richard Manchester seconded. Upon a voice vote,
the motion carried unanimously.
Information on the D.N.R. workshop to be held on February 20,
1997 was introduced for Board members information. The topic
of the workshop is "Stewardship Program/Selection Process."
Ice rink report
Numbers comparing initial and second season were presented by
Pete. Parkland South pond questioned for second ice rink site.
Police Department incident reports
The Idle isle pier damage was discussed. Pete reported that
the float on the handicap pier needs replacing.
NEW BUSINESS, OTHER BUSINESS
0 Subdivision plans from Plan Commission
In the matter of the Parks Estates, Chairman Hulbert updated
issues as presented to the Plan Commission regarding access to
Muskego County Park.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW:
Little Muskeqo Lake Access Parcels and Lake Policies
Subcommittee
Minutes of the subcommittee which met on January 30 were distributed. Chairman Hulbert who was present at that meeting
gave an update. He told the Parks and Recreation Board of the
problems that were brought up. Launching numbers were discussed and restricting the road ends was a possibility.
Parking problems were also brought up. Other non-Park and
Recreation problems were introduced which Chairman Hulbert kept distant from the Parks Department. Another meeting is scheduled to readdress the issues of (1) what about the road
ends? and (2) residency requirement? Mr. Blots's
interpretation is that residency is determined by being the 1,ocal governmental body controlling the body of water. Other issues under discussion include stickers on boats instead of
cars, Coast Guard to help patrol. Chairman Hulbert to keep the group focused on road ends and requested the Big Muskego Lake
access to be discussed in March.
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Pete updated the Board members on issues regarding Lannon Drive
status, Parks Dedication account revenue projections, Muskego
Recreation Trail connection to Franklin along Highway 36 route.
Gordy handed out information regarding Alliance Publications on
fund raising.
Richard Manchester questioned the Board's liability regarding
snowmobiles. Howard Schneider questioned snowmobile activity
on Lake Access parcels.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Richard Manchester moved to
adjourn, Howard Schneider seconded. The motion carried, all
approved. The meeting adjourned at Ei:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Pete Eheis
for Parks and Recreation Board
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pc: Board Members, Mayor, Aldermen, City Clerk, Parks Dir., Plan Dir, Recreation Dir, Recreation Supvr, News Media
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