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PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF MUSKEGO
August 14, 2000
Subject to Approval at Next Meeting
Chairperson Toby Whipple called the monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board, City of
Muskego, to order at 6:00 p.m.
The meeting notice was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law on August 10, 2000.
Present: Mr. Toby Whipple, Mr. Richard Manchester and Mr. Craig Anderson (Director of Parks &
Recreation), Mr. Howard Schneider, Mrs. Kelly Koble, Mrs. Debbie Carlson (6:05 p.m.), Jerald Hulbert
(6:04 p.m.), Tom Zagar (Lakes Project Coordinator) and those per the attached sheet. Ald. LeDoux was
excused.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Rich Manchester moved to approve the minutes, as amended, of the
July 10, 2000 meeting. Seconded by Howard Schneider. Motion carried by all. Howard Schneider
requested that on Page 5 regarding the Water Bugs that it specify that he was questioning whether or not
an agreement existed for the use and installation of the slalom course. The recording secretary will make
the necessary adjustments to the minutes to reflect this clarification.
Howard Schneider moved to approve the minutes of the August 3, 2000 Park Arthur Sub-
committee meeting. Seconded by Toby Whipple. Carried by all.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Personal Appearances:
Jaime Hanson - Denoon Park Use for Astronomy Photography – Mr. Hansen was present to
discuss the 30-day trial period for his use of the park during after-hours for his astronomy
photography hobby. Due to weather, Mr. Hansen has only been to the park twice in the last 30 days.
The police reported no problems with Mr. Hansen’s use of the park. Mr. Hansen has called the
Muskego Police Department on the day of his anticipated after-hours visit to the park and has
provided the police with his cars make/model and license number. A letter will be drafted from this
Board in order to give Mr. Hansen approval to continue on with his hobby. Any problems will come
before Craig Anderson. Mr. Hansen will also be offering a class in this fall’s Parks and Recreation
Department brochure for others to enjoy and learn about the sky above us. Rich Manchester
moved to approve the current rules and regulations as stated for Mr. Hansen to continue to
use Denoon Park for astronomy photography purposes after-hours. Seconded by Kelly Koble.
Carried by all.
Nick Aron – Flag Football Season – Mr. Aron was present to discuss the use of the field. The
same schedule as last year with all day Saturday use of the park (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). An
electrical drop was considered but after cost review, MAA felt it was not financially viable at this
time. Mr. Aron is requesting that lines be placed on the field as soon as possible by Craig’s staff and
asked if additional lines could be placed on the field across the street at Bluhm #1 creating a half-field
practice area. Craig felt that this was not a problem. Howard Schneider moved to approve the
use of Bluhm Park for MAA flag football. Seconded by Kelly Koble. Carried by all.
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Muskego Athletic Association - Ball Field Improvements -. Mr. Kevin McCoy of MAA
(Muskego Athletic Association) was present to discuss the field improvement cost estimates
provided by Natural Athletic Turf. These improvements do not include the cost of new fencing. The
cost for Bluhm #1 would be $4,524, Bluhm #2 (full restoration of field) $11,440, Bluhm #3 $4,510.
The Board questioned when the last time any restoration on the fields was performed at Bluhm?
Neither Craig nor anyone on his staff could remember when anything was done. At this time, MAA
will need to review the costs associated with these improvements. Their Board will be meeting
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August 16 and will discuss these firm numbers and will come back to this Board with their
recommendation and cost-sharing commitment. Please place this item on the September meeting
agenda.
Tom Zagar - Park & Open Space Plan - Tom was present to provide a copy of the full plan to the
Board. Minor changes were made to the plan that reflected the “serving radius” of Bluhm Park.
Due to increasing the size of the serving radius of the park space, it was found that regardless of
enlarging the area, a neighborhood park is a potential addition to this side of town. There will be a
public hearing on this plan tomorrow at 6:55 p.m. at the Muskego Public Library, Room 5. Jerald
Hulbert moved to approve the plan with changes made. Seconded by Kelly Koble. Carried
by all. The Board gave Tom Zagar kudos for his comprehensive work on this plan.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE
Police Department Incident Reports - Craig reported that at Lions Park roof damage was
sustained (on or around July 22, 2000) due to an individual climbing up onto the roof and damaging
the vents. WEPCo Trail (Lannon Drive) had stop signs installed due to a near-accident within the
intersection. Those stop signs were stolen and have since been replaced.
OLD BUSINESS
Park Arthur Conceptual Plan – Toby, Howard, Craig and Jerald met on August 3, 2000 in order to
provide the best conceptual plan for this parcel of land. Phasing in first activities that the city is at this time
lacking for the residents (archery range and hockey rink). A map of the site showed that 1 baseball field, 1
full size soccer field, archery range (near the sledding hill), hockey rink, pavilion (possibly enclosed to be
used as a warming house), and two 50-car parking lots. Secondary phase in construction would include 2
additional baseball diamonds, additional parking facilities and resident’s access to the park via Martin
Drive (if and when the property could be obtained by the city). Debbie Carlson questioned the lack of
playground equipment on the site plan. At this time, there is sufficient area to house equipment, however
the sub-committee opted not to show any placement of such equipment on the conceptual plan. Water to
flood the rink will be provided by a well at a cost to the city of approximately $15,000. Debbie Carlson
moved to approve the conceptual plan for Park Arthur with the next plan to include both
playground equipment placement as well as the walking path defined within the park area.
Seconded by Jerald Hulbert. Carried by all.
Lakewood Motion to Accept Park Dedication Fees – The Plan Department has requested that this
Board approve a motion to accept Park Dedication Fees in lieu of land donation. Jerald Hulbert moved
to accept Park Dedication Fees in lieu of land donation. Seconded by Kelly Koble. Carried by all.
Jensen Center Improvements – Craig supplied the Board with the final electrical cost for the
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improvements at the Jensen Center. The total cost from Pieper Power is $4,870.00. This is an additional
$1,486 than what was previously approved by this Board. The additional expense is for the exit signage
that needs to be replaced. Debbie Carlson moved to approve the additional $1,486 in expenses for
the lighting of Jensen Center. Monies to come from Park Dedication Fees. Seconded by Jerald
Hulbert. Carried by all. Craig reported that the majority of the renovation will be complete by the
beginning of September, with the remainder of the work to be finished by the end of the month.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Recreation
Operating Budget Discussion – At the September Board meeting, Craig will have the estimated
budget spreadsheets for 2001. Changes in expense and revenue will be explained at that time.
Parks
Trail Statistics – At last month’s meeting, Craig was asked to provide some demographic
information regarding who (activity-wise) was using the trails. Site visits were done between June
25 and July 15, between the hours of 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. There were 338 walkers (50% of users),
263 bikers (39% of users) and 77 joggers (11% of users).
NEW BUSINESS
Cruelty to Animal Signs – Craig has spoken with a resident who has been observing several
individuals harassing and attacking geese in the Idle Isle Park area. This resident gathered 122
signatures to request signage that stated what the ordinance was regarding cruelty to animals in
Muskego as well as the fine associated with this activity. Craig stated that the current fine is
$152.00. Craig suggested that one sign be placed at the entrance to Idle Isle Park. Jerald Hulbert
moved to explore the possibility of placing such a sign at Idle Isle Park and the costs
associated with the signage. Seconded by Debbie Carlson. Carried by all. Discussion
regarding what exactly defines cruelty and who should pay for the signage. Please place on next
month’s agenda.
2001 Capital Budget Committee Person – Craig stated that meetings on this topic will occur on
September 7, 14, 2000 at the Muskego Public Library. A representative from this Board is
necessary. Gerald Hulbert nominated Rich Manchester as Board representative. Seconded by
Debbie Carlson. Rich Manchester accepted the nomination. Vote: Upon a voice vote, the
motion carried with Rich Manchester abstaining.
Muskego Historical Settlement Centre Conceptual Plan – The Board was provided a conceptual
plan of the future layout of the settlement. The plan was paid for by Community Block Grant funds.
Wetland delineation needs to be done. The Committee of the Whole received the plan warmly.
Water problems at Horn Field will be remedied by installing drain tiles to drain the water off of the
field. The Town Hall would be moved to this site as well. A 198-car parking lot is also part of the
plan. A farmers market is a possible use for the area as well. Howard Schneider moved to
approve the conceptual plan. Seconded by Jerald Hulbert. Carried by all. Howard Schneider
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questioned why there was no detention facilities noted on the plan. Due to the conceptual nature of
the plan with many areas subject to modification, the detention would be incorporated into the final
plan.
Muskego Historical Society 2001 Operating Budget – The budget largely remains the same as last
year’s submission with the fuel bill increasing from $300.00 to $400.00. The total budget is $1,330.
Rich Manchester moved to approve the Operating Budget for the Muskego Historical Society.
Seconded by Jerald Hulbert. Carried by all.
OTHER BUSINESS
Subdivision Plans from Plan Commission - None
Next Meeting – The September meeting will occur on September 11, 2000.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
Jerald Hulbert stated that the Guernsey Meadows recreation trail was going to go right through the
existing woods. The developers have agreed to an alternate plan, which would move the trail to the
south side of the easement. The installation of the manholes will be moved and the city will purchase
special equipment in order to facilitate the cleaning out of the manhole. No trees will be lost
according to the developer. Jerald suggested that this Board now take an active role in the
management of this area and help to a coordinate a weed eradication program. This trail will be
paved and the out lot within the development will remain undisturbed for school studies and
subdivision use. The bike path will not go in on the first lift of asphalt, as was recommend by this
Board. The letter of credit will have an escalator clause that will ensure that funds necessary to
complete the path within 3 years has been agreed to by the developer and the Plan Commission.
ADJOURNMENT - There being no further business, Rich Manchester moved for
adjournment, seconded by Jerald Hulbert. Motion carried by all. The meeting adjourned at
7:21 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Gulgowski
Linda Gulgowski, Recording Secretary
pc: Board Members, Craig Anderson
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