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PRB101199minutes PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES CITY OF MUSKEGO OCTOBER 11, 1999 APPROVED The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board, City of Muskego, was called to order at 6:30 p.m., by Chairperson Jerald Hulbert. The meeting notice was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law on October 7, 1999. PRESENT: Mr. Jerald Hulbert, Mrs. Kelly Koble, Ald. Le Doux and Mr. Craig Anderson (Director of Parks & Recreation Department), Mr. Richard Manchester, Mrs. Debbie Carlson and Mr. Howard Schneider. Mr. Toby Whipple (arrived at 7:00 p.m.). APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Schneider moved to approve the minutes of September 13, 1999 meeting as corrected—stating that Mr. Schneider was excused, not absent; also in the Operating Budget paragraph, Mrs. Koble questioned the playground program, not child care program. Seconded by Ms. Kelly Koble. Carried by all. PERSONAL APPEARANCES Rosewood Park Property Craig Anderson reported that the City is to consider purchase and that Finance Dept. needs direction. Mr. Schneider moved to recommend to Finance Dept. to begin negotiations of purchase the Rosewood Park parcel with the Miller family. Seconded by Mrs. Carlson. Discussion was held regarding price of purchase and out of which account this purchase would come. Impact of wetlands was questioned. DNR (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources) most likely would give access. Mr. Hulbert described preservation and protection of conservancy area. Mr. Glen Miller answered questions from the Board regarding Rosewood Park property development. Mr. Heinz Rehfeldt questioned how the money is determined to be spent, and how it fits into the Master Plan (A Park and Open Space Plan for the City of Muskego). Mr. Hulbert answered the Master Plan is being updated at this time, and as needs come up, the Parks and Recreation Board and Council will be identifying these needs. Mrs. Carlson questioned the cost, and Mr. Hulbert explained that it was not known at this time, and it is dependent upon dump settlement, and will not use park dedication fee. It would come out of the conservancy fund. Mr. Schneider questioned if the Parks and Recreation Board would have any input as it is determined, and was answered that they would not. If a conclusion is not reached, the Miller’s would continue their development. It was determined that the Miller’s would prefer to develop this property. Mr. Anderson stated that this property could become a hiking/biking park area if the City purchases it, as it is flagged on the Master Plan as conservancy. Mrs. Koble recommends since it had been determined to be conservancy years ago, it should be processed as conservancy; and not to be concerned of the finance situation at this time. Ald. Le Doux stated he felt that this property is the Miller’s property and use should be determined by the Millers. Upon voice vote, all voted ‘aye’, except Ald. LeDoux and Mr. Manchester. Motion carried on a ‘4 to 2’ vote. Parks & Recreation Board Page 2 Minutes of Meeting Held October 11, 1999 Woods Road Land Division Craig Anderson stated that at the last Parks and Recreation Board meeting, the Ruekert & Mielke engineer was asked to review and make recommendation on this issue. At this time, Mr. Toby Whipple arrived (7:00 p.m.) Sean reported on the proposal and wetland delineation, and has meeting scheduled with Don Reed of SEWRPC (South Eastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission) to discuss this wetland access and navigable survey and at this time and will need to speak with the Army Corps. of Engineers, DNR, etc. He recommends deferral of this item until he receives interpretation from those departments. Jerald Hulbert stated the referral would be appropriate. Mr. Manchester moved to defer action until all information is received regarding access. Mr. Schneider seconded. Motion carried by all. Mr. Salentine answered questions from the Board regarding wetland delineation location and would work with Public Works Committee. He would return to the Board after meeting with Public Works Committee. Icetronauts Mr. Dan Lecus stated he requests trail and lake access. Craig Anderson recommends lake access, except to be aware of the hydrant device to the right of the dock at Big Muskego Launch on Durham. Also the City requests that access not include paved areas. Mr. Lecus questioned if the overflow lot could be used, and was told that property to the south was privately owned and they would not have access. The Board stated they prefer the overflow lot not be used for access. In past years, access was approved for Denoon Park, Lake Access #17, and Big Muskego Launch on Durham. Any damage caused by the Icetronauts will be paid by the Icetronauts. Mrs. Carlson moved to recommend an agreement to allow the Icetronauts access to the lake, similar to last year’s agreement. Mr. Whipple seconded. Mr. Manchester stated his concern on the hydrant depth and access for the Tess Corners Volunteer Fire Department use. Mr. Manchester abstained, and then voted ‘no’. Motion carried. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE Police Department Incident Reports Craig Anderson stated graffiti incident reported in Denoon Park. OLD BUSINESS Horse Trails Ald. Le Doux stated he had no further information at this time. Item was deferred until the next meeting. DEPARTMENT REPORTS RECREATION Statistics Craig Anderson reported on the new class ratio statistics. Pre-school programs are running great. Recreation statistics were down a little, due to pool being temporarily unusable. He explained the Franklin pool was used at no cost during Franklin’s down time.. The fitness program evaluation room temperature was main concern. He reported on the cancelled classes list, and reported on Parks & Recreation Board Page 3 Minutes of Meeting Held October 11, 1999 the statistic list for classes for each age group. Mr. Hulbert had questions regarding the lifeguard training class, and if there was a need to expand this class. Mrs. Carlson recommended that the item of lifeguard pay increase be considered, and be brought to the Board as an agenda item for the next meeting. PARKS Statistics Internet hits were reported. Questions arose regarding the reasoning behind keeping statistics on the internet. Idle Isle use information is received for Council information. Baseball field usage and maintenance statistics were shown, giving the Board an idea of how much of the maintenance, etc. was handled by the City. Launch stickers remained similar to last year, but launch box increased. Newsletter Craig Anderson handed out copies to the Board members, and explained the issue was to highlight department activities. Confirm Parks Tour rd Craig Anderson stated the annual parks tour will be held on Saturday, October 23 approximately 8:00 a.m. until noon. The tour will be held in lieu of the regular November meeting. He handed out schedules for that tour meeting. The Board determined that the issue of the salaries would need to be postponed until the December meeting. Projects Kurth Park was mowed down in the long, central section. Public Works Supt. Wayne Delikat will level out and grade before winter. A grant will be used to seed with grass seed. The first two (2) phases are under way. Citizen questioned the Board regarding the bike path location. Craig Anderson stated the first phase that would be followed would be the natural fence and grading. Denoon baseball field was started. Public Works surveyed and the infield mix will be brought in, with renovation as needed. Mr. Whipple stated the turf is thin and will need to be over-seeded. Mrs. Carlson moved to reseed not to exceed $3,000.00 from Park Dedication funds. Mr. Whipple seconded. Motion carried by all. Manchester Hill playground was established and two (2) pine trees will be replaced. DPW (Department of Public Works) will be grading and making it handicap accessible. Mr. Hulbert stated that the park is visible and now safer. NEW BUSINESS No new business at this time. OTHER BUSINESS There were no subdivision plans from Plan Commission to be reported at this time. COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW Craig Anderson reported Emerald Park expansion fill will be used as Park Arthur fill, possibly as a sledding hill at Bluhm Park. Ald. Le Doux questioned if City owned property behind hill at Park Parks & Recreation Board Page 4 Minutes of Meeting Held October 11, 1999 Arthur, but the Board explained the City does not own property that could access Martin Drive. Mr. Anderson stated $143,000 would be the minimum placed in Park Dedication funds for next year (from dump settlement). Recreation trail could be extended to Muskego Dam Road. Jensen Center plan needs to be established for reconstruction, renovation or demolition; a community center could replace. The building in Kurth Park has a hole in a pipe leading to the well, and was repaired; a well test will be conducted to determine if this will take care of the well problem. Mr. Schneider stated he was concerned regarding 100 foot slow/no wake around island lake areas. Mrs. Carlson questioned if a ‘one-way’ could be established. Mrs. Carlson had a concern regarding Channel 7 advertisement airing, and questioned who scheduled programs to be aired. Ald. Le Doux had nothing to report at this time. Mr. Whipple stated the wording in last month’s minutes needed to be changed under Communications and Miscellaneous Business ADJOURNMENT – Being no further business to discuss, Mr. Manchester moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Seconded by Ald. Le Doux Upon a voice vote, the motion carried. Respectfully Submitted, Pat Reilly Recording Secretary pc: Board Members, Common Council Packets, Parks & Recreation Director Email: Alderpersons, Mayor, Parks Supervisor, Plan Director, Recreation Supervisors