COMMON COUNCIL Agenda 20120724CITY OF MUSKEGO
COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA
DATE: JULY 24, 2012
TIME: 7:00 p.m. COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
LOCATION: Muskego City Hall
W182 S8200 Racine Avenue, Muskego, Wisconsin
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR’S OFFICE
PUBLIC COMMENT City Residents and Taxpayers Only – Speakers will be limited to
making comments related to all agenda items excluding closed session items relating to
employment and labor issues. Comments will be limited to two minutes per speaker per
agenda item. There will be no discussion by/with the Common Council during Public
Comment.
POSSIBLE RECONSIDERATION
Ord. #1361 An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map and Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Muskego (Hewitt – RL-3 to DR-1)
CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under consent agenda will be approved in one motion
without discussion unless any Council member requests that an item be removed for
individual discussion. That item then can be acted on separately at the same meeting
under the part of the meeting it would normally appear.
Approval of Operators’ Licenses
Approval of Common Council Minutes – June 30 and July 10, 2012
Reso. #074-2012 Resolution of the City of Muskego Common Council Finding and
Declaring that the Redevelopment District No. 4 Project Area is a Blighted
Area in Need of Urban Renewal Projects
Reso. #075-2012 Resolution Promoting Civil Public Discourse
REVIEW OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance Committee – June 12, 2012
Plan Commission – June 5, 2012
Community Development Authority – June 19, 2012
Public Safety Committee – June 6, 2012
LICENSES Temporary License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages
Muskego Chamber of Commerce – August 3, 2012
S74 W17095 Janesville Road (North Shore Bank)
Temporary License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Dance License
Muskego Community Festival, Inc. – August 24, 25 and 26, 2012
Veterans Memorial Park – City Hall Parking Lots
Common Council Agenda 2
July 24, 2012
Temporary License to Sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Wine
Common Ground Ministry – September 26, 2012
Callen Construction, S63 W13131 Janesville Road
VOUCHER APPROVAL Approval of General Vouchers Approval of Tax Checks
Approval of Utility Vouchers Approval of Wire Transfers
CITY OFFICIALS’ REPORTS
Review August Calendar
PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY ERIC LARSON REGARDING OPEN
MEETING AND PUBLIC RECORDS LAWS
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Council
July 24, 2012 Meeting
To:Common Council
From: Jeff Muenkel, AICP
Subjects:Ord #1361 Hewitt Rezoning - RECONSIDERATION
Date:July 18, 2012
Background Information:
Council denied the Hewitt rezoning at their July 10, 2012 meeting. Even though the vote
was 4-2 to approve, the vote actually denied the rezoning since we did receive a valid
petition which forces a ¾ vote to pass this rezoning.
The Hewitt rezoning is now on the July 24th Council agenda for reconsideration. After
discussion with the City Attorney it has been found that Council can bring back this
rezoning for reconsideration and revote if either Alderman Wolfe, Borgman, or Madden
makes the first motion to reconsider and the majority then vote in the positive to
reconsider (NOTE: By Robert’s Rules of Order a motion for reconsideration can be made
by any Alderman from the prevailing vote (Borgman/Wolfe) or any Alderman who didn’t
vote (Madden).
Should the Council bring the Ordinance back for reconsideration the ordinance will then
be in front of Council as previously amended which was to add the following to Section 4
of the ordinance:
SECTION 4: This ordinance is in full force and effect from and after passage and
publication and conditioned on the Plan Commission approval of a Building, Site,
and Operation Plan (BSO). The BSO approval shall follow the general
conceptual layout submitted as part of this rezoning which shall include a
bar/restaurant built close to Janesville Road and no more than four (4)
residential units on the property.
New Info:
Mr. Hewitt has been working on a more detailed site plan and there actually is two
different versions attached for Council’s review herein. The site plans are still conceptual
in nature but they do convey better where the commercial use is intended along the
southern side of the lot up along Janesville Road. The site plans are using a scale and the
petitioner took into account more of the city’s codes related to parking lot dimensions and
building setbacks.
In all, the new concept shows that a commercial restaurant use (buildings and parking)
can be kept on the southern half of the lot (front approximate 360 feet or less). This
leaves approximately 100 feet from the nearest parking stalls to the Lindhorst dwelling to
the west. The concept pan shows that there is plenty of greenspace for screening
measures and operational constraints to be put in place by the Planning Commission at a
future Building Site and Operation plan approval. The property is approximately 565 feet
long and about 115 feet wide (~1.5 acres).
Lastly, the concepts show that the intention is to have a couple residential structures
(possibly with two units in each) on the northern half of the lot.
Recommendation:
As noted at the past meeting and at Planning Commission staff believes that the
conditions put in place will assure that the future submittal will ensure that the City is
approving a rezoning that is dependent on a future BSO approval by the Planning
Commission and that we are only approving a BSO that shows a restaurant use up along
Janesville Road and that the residential density will not exceed what is allowed by the
existing zoning today (up to four units distributed on the site also subject to a BSO plan
approval).
If Council would feel more comfortable Council could amend for one last condition such
as stipulating that the future BSO shows that the commercial use must be on the front 360
foot portion of the lot along Janesville Road since the petitioner Mr. Hewitt is showing
this on his new concept plans anyway. An amendment to the existing amendment may
look like the following:
SECTION 4: This ordinance is in full force and effect from and after passage and
publication and conditioned on the Plan Commission approval of a Building, Site,
and Operation Plan (BSO). The BSO approval shall follow the general
conceptual layout submitted as part of this rezoning which shall include a
bar/restaurant use built on the front 360 feet of the property along close to
Janesville Road and no more than four (4) residential units on the property.
Staff has no doubt that all other intricate planning and design items will be reviewed and
scrutinized during a future BSO review before the Planning Commission. It should be
noted that approval of this rezoning does not bind Mr. Hewitt to the concept plans shown
as more detailed plans will obviously change building shapes and possible parking lot
patterns. However, the conditions on the rezoning should suffice to ensure that the uses
and residential densities are shown on a future BSO as shown in the concept plans.
VOTE:
Please remember that a ¾ vote is still required to pass this rezoning since the valid
petition is still on file regarding the rezoning. Thus, if all seven (7) Alderman are
present six (6) Alderman would have to vote in the positive to pass this rezoning.
AMENDED
COMMON COUNCIL - CITY OF MUSKEGO
ORDINANCE #1361
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING MAP
OF THE CITY OF MUSKEGO
(Hewitt – RL-3 to DR-1)
THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MUSKEGO, WISCONSIN, DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The following described property is hereby rezoned from RL-3 –
Lakeshore Residence District to DR-1 – Downtown Revival District:
Tax Key Number: 2195.999
SECTION 2: The Common Council does hereby amend the 2020 Comprehensive Plan
Map to reflect a change from Medium Density Residential to Commercial.
SECTION 3: The several sections of this ordinance are declared to be severable. If
any section or portion thereof shall be declared by a decision of a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, such decision shall apply only to
the specific section or portion thereof directly specified in the decision, and not affect the
validity of all other provisions, sections, or portion thereof of the ordinance which shall
remain in full force and effect. Any other ordinances whose terms are in conflict with the
provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed as to those terms that conflict.
SECTION 4: This ordinance is in full force and effect from and after passage and
publication and conditioned on the Plan Commission approval of a Building, Site,
and Operation Plan (BSO). The BSO approval shall follow the general conceptual
layout submitted as part of this rezoning which shall include a bar/restaurant built
close to Janesville Road and no more than four (4) residential units on the
property.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS DAY OF , 2012.
CITY OF MUSKEGO
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Kathy Chiaverotti, Mayor
First Reading: 06/26/2012
ATTEST:
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Clerk-Treasurer
Notice of Newly Enacted Ordinance Published:
OPERATORS’ LIST
FOR MEETING ON 7/24/2012
Justin Agner
Bradley Akers
Robert Bankenbusch
Arthur Benotti - Community
Festival ‘temporary license’
(8-24-2012 – 8-26-2012)
Randi Feierstein
Patrick Gibbons
Roger Heinichen
Erin Petersen
Carli Redinger
Kali Schulte
Brittany Skowranski
Sarah Strasser
Gabrielle Truax
Shirley Velie
Holly Wurgler
COMMON COUNCIL - CITY OF MUSKEGO Unapproved
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING HELD JUNE 30, 2012
Mayor Chiaverotti called the meeting to order at 10:20 a.m. Present were Ald. Madden,
Soltysiak, Glazier, Borgman, and Wolfe. Aldermen Schaumberg and Harenda were
absent. Fire Chief Wojnowski was also present. Those present recited the Pledge of
Allegiance. The Mayor stated that the meeting was noticed in accordance with the open
meeting law.
NEW BUSINESS
Reso. #070-2012 – Resolution Regarding Temporary Individual Fireworks Ban. The
Mayor reviewed the details of the resolution. She stated that the Council will have to
make some determinations regarding the permits that have been issued if a ban is
authorized. While another weekend could be chosen to use fireworks, Police Chief
Geiszler does not recommend that be done. Mayor Chiaverotti noted that discussion
cannot take place today regarding changing the ordinance. She stated that Ald.
Soltysiak expressed interest in taking it back to the Public Safety Committee.
Ald. Glazier moved for adoption. Ald. Borgman seconded. Several Council
members suggested allowing the permit holders to use fireworks any day between July
1 through July 7 if the ban is lifted prior to July 7.
Ald. Borgman moved to amend the Resolution as follows:
Bullet Point 3 to read, “If the ban extends through July 7, 2012 or the permit
holder’s chosen dates, permit holders may request to have their permits
rescinded and the fee paid refunded at any time before June 14, 2013.”
New Bullet Point 4 to read, “If the ban is lifted before July 7, 2012, permits issued
for this year will be valid for firework usage July 1 through July 7, 2012.”
Existing Bullet Point 4 to become 5. Ald. Soltysiak seconded; motion carried.
Reso. #070-2012, as amended, adopted unanimously.
Mayor Chiaverotti stated that the Police Department would be contacting the permit
holders. She will also do a press release.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Glazier moved to adjourn at 10:42 a.m. Ald. Borgman seconded; motion
carried.
Minutes transcribed by
Jill Blenski, CMC
Deputy Clerk
COMMON COUNCIL - CITY OF MUSKEGO Unapproved
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD JULY 10, 2012
Mayor Chiaverotti called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. Present were Ald.
Schaumberg, Soltysiak, Glazier, Borgman, Harenda and Wolfe, Police Chief Geiszler,
Community Development Director Muenkel, City Attorney Anderson and Deputy Clerk
Blenski. Ald. Madden was absent. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Deputy Clerk stated that the meeting was properly noticed on July 6.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR’S OFFICE
Mayor Chiaverotti stated that she appointed Ald. Glazier to the Mayor’s Task Force on
Communications. In addition, he will also serve on the Public Safety Committee in
place of Ald. Madden. The Mayor noted that no meetings are scheduled for August 14
because of the election. She also requested that the Council members wait until
recognized to speak.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following spoke:
Lorie Oliver Ord. #1361
S75 W17674 Harbor Circle
Heidi Lindhorst Reso. #072, Ord. #1361, Ord. #1362
S75 W18094 Boszhardt Lane
Debra Bolton Reso. #072, Ord. #1361, Ord. #1362
W186 S7569 Kingston Drive
Jim Lindhorst Ord. #1361
S75 W18094 Boszhardt Lane
David Taube Ord. #1361 and Ord. #1362
S75 W18687 Kingston Drive
Marguerite Ingold Ord. #1361
S76 W17501 Janesville Road
Barb Schroeder Ord. #1362
W200 S6895 Adrian Drive
Lou Boryc Ord. #1362
S76 W18538 Kingston Drive
The Mayor read the comments submitted by Sue Hammond, S76 W18130 Janesville
Court, regarding Ord. #1361.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ord. #1361 – An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map and Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Muskego (Hewitt – RL-3 to DR-1). Second Reading. Ald. Glazier moved for
adoption. Ald. Schaumberg seconded. Mr. Muenkel stated that the Plan
Commission recommended approval of the rezoning with conditions. If the Common
Council wants to approve the rezoning based on the recommendation of the Plan
Commission, an amendment will have to be made. Mr. Muenkel stated that several
petitions were received regarding the rezoning. There is one legitimate petition that was
submitted that will require a three fourths vote for the ordinance to be adopted (5 out of
the 6 members present). Mr. Muenkel stated that staff has consulted with legal counsel.
Common Council Minutes 2
July 10, 2012
The rezoning petition of the property owner cannot simply be grandfathered in. He did
note that conditions can be put on a rezoning. The Plan Commission’s
recommendation in favor of the rezoning is subject to approval of a Building, Site and
Operation Plan (BSO). The BSO approval will be subject to the restaurant structure
being close to Janesville Road and no more than four residential units will be allowed.
Mr. Muenkel stated if the property is not rezoned, Mr. Hewitt could potentially be
allowed up to four residential units on the site. If the Council approves the rezoning with
the proposed conditions, it will not go into effect until the BSO is approved by the Plan
Commission.
Ald. Glazier
x A solution is needed on how to retain the business while respecting the sensitivity
of the neighbors.
x Believes the conditions placed by the Plan Commission addresse the concerns.
x The question before the Council – is this an appropriate use of the land?
Ald. Harenda
x The Council will not have any control or say regarding this once the rezoning is
voted on. He would like to see a better drawing.
Mayor
x The petitioner will need to know what specifically the Council is looking for. A nicer
drawing alone that depicts four residential units and a commercial building by the
road does not change anything. The question is does this zoning fit as stated by
Ald. Glazier.
Ald. Wolfe
x Agrees that there are concerns and a better drawing is needed.
Ald. Soltysiak
x Suggested two options: 1) defer until a better drawing is submitted, or 2) approve
the rezoning with the amendment recommended by the Plan Commission with the
BSO being approved by the Common Council.
Attorney Anderson
x The BSO must be approved by the Plan Commission pursuant to the City’s
Municipal Code.
Ald. Borgman
x This property has been part of the proposed lake park development.
x Is this really going to happen?
x Once it is rezoned, it’s gone.
x Cannot support without having concrete evidence.
Mr. Muenkel suggested that the Council hear from the petitioner, Mr. Hewitt.
Dan Hewitt
x The County has indicated that he will need to be out of the restaurant by November
1. He is hoping to stay until January.
x The property has to be rezoned; he cannot rebuild without it.
Ald. Soltysiak moved to amend the ordinance to accept the conditions
recommended by the Plan Commission. Section 4 to read as follows: This
ordinance is in full force and effect from and after passage and publication and
conditioned on the Plan Commission approval of a Building, Site, and Operation Plan
(BSO). The BSO approval shall follow the general conceptual layout submitted as part
Common Council Minutes 3
July 10, 2012
of this rezoning which shall include a bar/restaurant built close to Janesville Road and
no more than four (4) residential units on the property. Ald. Schaumberg seconded.
Motion carried with Ald. Schaumberg, Soltysiak, Glazier and Harenda voting yes
and Ald. Borgman and Wolfe voting no. The City Attorney reiterated that a three
fourths vote was required as a result of the petition submitted by Mr. James Lindhorst.
Ordinance #1361, as amended, failed with Ald. Borgman and Wolfe voting no and
Ald. Schaumberg, Soltysiak, Glazier and Harenda voting yes.
Ord. #1362 – An Ordinance to Amend the 2020 Comprehensive Plan of the City of
Muskego. Second Reading. Ald. Harenda moved for adoption. Ald. Soltysiak
seconded. Mr. Muenkel stated that the ordinance before the Council contains the
original language and not the amendment recommended by the Plan Commission.
Mayor Chiaverotti stated that the owners that backed out of the lake park proposal
requested that their specific properties be removed.
Ald. Soltysiak
x Removing the language will not prevent the Council from pursuing a lake park.
Ald. Glazier
x Concerned about taking language out. He believes it makes the statement that the
Council is opposed to it. He supports the recommendation of the Plan
Commission.
Ald. Glazier moved to amend the ordinance to accept the recommendation of the
Plan Commission. Ald. Schaumberg seconded.
Ald. Harenda stated the Plan Commission recommendation still contains a reference to
Janesville Road regarding lake access. Ald. Soltysiak agreed that specific properties
are still being called out. He would like the reference to be removed.
Mayor Chiaverotti stated the reference to Janesville Road is the result of many
meetings, citizen comments, surveys, etc. She objects to removing it. Ald. Glazier
agreed and stated the Council should allow the Plan Commission, CDA, etc. to do the
work they are asked to do.
Motion to amend failed with Ald. Soltysiak, Borgman, Harenda and Wolfe voting
no and Ald. Schaumberg and Glazier voting yes.
Mayor Chiaverotti reiterated that the 2020 Comprehensive Plan is the result of a
process that involved a lot of citizen input. Any changes should be made to the 2030
plan.
Ord. #1362 adopted 4 in favor and Ald. Schaumberg and Soltysiak voting no.
CONSENT AGENDA
Ald. Borgman moved to approve the items under the Consent Agenda with the
removal of Reso. #072-2012. Ald. Harenda seconded. Ald. Glazier requested the
removal of Reso. #071-2012. Motion carried 6 in favor.
The following items were approved:
Approval of Operators’ Licenses for Bobbie Jo Bartolotta, Melanie Blomquist, Anna
D’Amato, Stephanie Diekfuss, Diane Hernitz, Kayla Kakonis, Jamie Kotnarnowski,
Raeann Kuemmerlein, June Loh, Tara Maney, Jayme Martin, Thomas Pajot, Kaylin
Pichler, Samantha Sawdy, Valerie Sawicki, Christine Sobczyk, Melissa Sorce, Rose
Stoeger, Emily Weitkunat, Diane Whitehouse and Paula Zeller.
Common Council Minutes 4
July 10, 2012
Approval of Common Council Minutes – June 26, 2012
Reso. #073-2012 – Approval of Certified Survey Map - Baseler
NEW BUSINESS
Reso. #071-2012 – Appointment of Alderman to Community Development Authority.
Ald. Borgman moved for adoption. Ald. Soltysiak seconded. Motion carried 5 in
favor and Ald. Glazier abstaining because he is the appointee.
Reso. #072-2012 – Appointment of Citizen Member to the Community Development
Authority. Ald. Schaumberg moved for adoption. Motion died for lack of second.
REVIEW OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
The May 22, 2012 Finance Committee minutes were reviewed.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AND POSSIBLE SECOND READING IF RULES
ARE WAIVED
Ord. #1363 – An Ordinance to Repeal and Recreate Section 36.04 (6) of the City of
Muskego City Code Related to Wireless Public Safety Communications. Chief Geiszler
stated the ordinance was an effort for the Police Department to receive cellular 911 calls
directly. Currently they go through the Waukesha County Communication Center. City
Attorney Larson has recommended amending Chapter 36 of the Municipal Code, which
regulates telecommunication providers. Attorney Anderson stated once the ordinance
is adopted, the City will notify the providers who operate in the City to route their
wireless 911 calls to the City PSAP. The Chief stated that the City is legally entitled to
take these calls. Over the past 15 months, Waukesha County has not been willing to
work this out. Attorney Anderson noted that the Council could suspend the rules and
have the second reading of the ordinance this evening. Ald. Soltysiak moved to
suspend the rules. Ald. Borgman seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor. Second
Reading. Ald. Borgman moved for adoption. Ald. Soltysiak seconded. Motion
carried 6 in favor.
VOUCHER APPROVAL
Ald. Borgman moved for approval of payment of Utility Vouchers in the amount of
$22,757.70. Ald. Wolfe seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor.
Ald. Borgman moved for approval of payment of General Fund Vouchers in the
amount of $372,544.62. Ald. Wolfe seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor.
CITY OFFICIALS’ REPORTS
Mayor Chiaverotti stated that any specific budget requests should be submitted to her
by July 15. No one indicated there are any conflicts with the scheduled meetings, so
the budget process will proceed based on the timetable that was distributed.
CLOSED SESSION
The Mayor announced that the Council would convene into closed session. The Deputy
Clerk was dismissed following recording the motions and votes for closed session. Ald.
Borgman moved to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats.
§19.85(1)(e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the
investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business,
whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, more
Common Council Minutes 5
July 10, 2012
specifically labor negotiations for 2012. Ald. Soltysiak seconded. Motion carried
6 in favor.
Ald. Soltysiak moved to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats.
§19.85(1)(g) Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is
rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body
with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, more
specifically discussion of Notice of Claim filed by Mike Moore against the City.
Ald. Glazier seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor.
Ald. Soltysiak moved to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats.
§19.85(1)(e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the
investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business,
whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, more
specifically Waste Management Proposed Wellhead Protection Agreement. Ald.
Borgman seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor.
Ald. Soltysiak moved to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats.
§19.85(1)(g) Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is
rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body
with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, more
specifically recent developments regarding Parkland Venture, LLC vs. City of
Muskego. Ald. Borgman seconded. Motion carried 6 in favor.
OPEN SESSION
Ald. Borgman moved to reconvene in open session. Ald. Soltysiak seconded;
motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Glazier moved to adjourn at 10:40 p.m. Ald. Harenda seconded; motion
carried.
Minutes taken and transcribed by
Jill Blenski, CMC
Deputy Clerk
CITY OF MUSKEGO
Staff Report to Council
July 24, 2012 Meeting
To:Common Council
From: Jeff Muenkel AICP
Subject:Redevelopment Plan #4 – Mill Valley Adoption
Date:July 17, 2012
Background Information:
The CDA has been working on creating a Redevelopment District for the Mill Valley area which is
the City’s northwest gateway along Racine Avenue over the past year. Many meetings and
public hearings have occurred throughout this process. The goal was to devise a Redevelopment
Plan that had specific implementation measures within it that applied directly to the needs of the
current gateway and the various users/tenants/owners. As you may or may not know the City of
New Berlin is slated to redevelop their Mill Valley Quarry that exists directly at our gateway and
this Redevelopment Plan looks to account for this possible redevelopment and ensure that we
are adequately prepared to shape the gateway to our advantage in the future.
The Redevelopment Plan is now complete and has been recommended for approval from the
CDA at their July 17th, 2012 meeting.
A copy of the Plan is attached for your review. The main focus should take place in
implementation measures section. This area outlines that specific programs the CDA and staff
will be working on to revitalize the gateway in the coming years.
Recommendation for Action by Committee: Approve.
COMMON COUNCIL - CITY OF MUSKEGO
RESOLUTION #074-2012
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MUSKEGO COMMON COUNCIL FINDING AND
DECLARING THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 PROJECT AREA
IS A BLIGHTED AREA IN NEED OF URBAN RENEWAL PROJECTS
WHEREAS, on the 17th of July, 2012, the City of Muskego Community Development Authority duly
designated and approved the boundaries of the Redevelopment District No. 4 Project Area (the
“Project Area”), the boundaries of which are legally described attached, and also found and
declared that the Project Area is a blighted area as defined in Wis. Stat. § 66.1333(2m)(b), which is
in need of urban renewal projects; and
WHEREAS, the City of Muskego Common Council has reviewed the Redevelopment Plan,
describing the conditions of the Project Area and the implementation measures desired to re-
create the area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Muskego Common Council, as follows:
1. That pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.1333(6)(b)1, the Common Council hereby finds and
declares that the Project Area is a blighted area as defined in Wis. Stat. § 66.1333(2m)(b)
which is in need of urban renewal projects; and
2. That the Common Council hereby finds and declares that the following parcels of land
within the Project Area are included as defined in Wis. Stat. § 66.1333(2m)(bm):
MSKC2177931 MSKC2177932 MSKC2177932001 MSKC2177933002
MSKC2177934001 MSKC2177996 MSKC2178997 MSKC2178997001
MSKC2180994001 MSKC2180994002
DATED THIS DAY OF ___, 2012.
SPONSORED BY:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Ald. Rob Wolfe
Ald. Rob Glazier
This is to certify that this is a true and accurate copy of Resolution #074-2012 which was adopted
by the Common Council of the City of Muskego.
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Clerk-Treasurer
Legal Attachment
Being part of the Northeast ¼, Southeast ¼, Southwest ¼ and the Northwest ¼ of Section 5, Town 5
North, Range 20 East, City of Muskego, Waukesha County, Wisconsin bounded and described as
follows:
Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast ¼ of said Section 5, said point also being the
point of beginning; thence Easterly along the North line of said Northeast ¼, a distance of 703 feet
more or less, to the Westerly extended property line of College Square Subdivision; thence
Southerly along said Westerly line and the Easterly line of a property identified by Tax-key No.
2177-996 extended a distance of 1668 feet more or less to the North line of Lot 1, Certified Survey
Map No. 7725; thence Easterly along said North line 38 feet more or less, to the Northwest corner
of Certified Survey Map No. 9512; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said Certified
Survey Map a distance of 259.72 feet, to the North line of Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 8042;
thence Westerly along said North line 25 feet more or less to the Westerly line of said Lot 1; thence
Southerly along said Westerly line 229.23 feet, to the Southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence
Easterly along the South line of said Lot 1 a distance of 17 feet more or less to the Northwest corner
of Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 6073; thence Southeasterly along a westerly line of said Lot 1 a
distance 81.97 feet; thence Southwesterly along a Westerly line of said Lot 1, and Lot 2 of said
Certified Survey Map 6073, a distance of 156.44 feet to the South line of said Lot 2; thence Easterly
along said South line 194.62 feet to the Westerly Hillendale Drive right-of-way line; thence
Southwesterly along said Westerly right-of-way line 92 feet more or less to the Northeast corner of
Parcel 2, Certified Survey Map No. 8390; thence Southwesterly along the Easterly line of said
Parcel 2 a distance of 707.36 feet, to a Southerly line of said Parcel 2; thence Westerly along said
Southerly line 260.04 feet to a Easterly line of said Parcel 2; thence Southwesterly along said
Easterly line 268.78 feet, to the South line of said Parcel 2; thence Westerly along said South line
extended 690 feet more or less, to the East line of Lakeview Highlands North Subdivision; thence
Northerly along said East line 553 feet more or less to an angle point; thence Northwesterly along
an Easterly line of said Subdivision 369.16 feet, to the Southerly Tans Drive right-of-way line;
thence Westerly along said Southerly line 364 feet more or less; thence North 33 feet more or less
to the South line of the Northwest ¼ of said Section 5; thence Westerly along said South line, to the
extended West line of Certified Survey Map No. 3767; thence Northerly along said West line
1,319.98 feet to the North line of said Certified Survey Map; thence Easterly along said North line
496 feet more or less, to a Westerly City of Muskego Corporate Limits line; thence Northeasterly
along said Westerly line 422.41 feet, to an angle point on the Westerly City of Muskego Corporate
Limits line; thence Northerly along said Westerly line 718 feet more or less, to the point of
beginning.
CITY OF MUSKEGO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 4
MILL VALLEY
Prepared by the City of Muskego
Community Development Department
P.O. Box 749
W182 S 8200 Racine Avenue
Muskego, Wisconsin 53150-0749
Approved by the CDA on __________, 2012
Approved by the Common Council on __________, 2012
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
2012
Mayor
Honorable Kathy Chiaverotti
Alderman
Rob Glazier
Kert Harenda
Rob Wolfe
Neil Borgman
Neome Schaumberg
Eileen Madden
Dan Soltysiak
Community Development Authority
Rob Glazier, Chairman
Larry Lefebvre, Vice Chair
Bob Mueller, Secretary
Alderman Rob Wolfe
Dan Draeger
Bob LeClaire
Muskego Community Development Department Staff
Jeff Muenkel AICP EDFP, Director
Kellie McMullen, Secretary
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 3
2.0 REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA.........................................................................3
3.0 CONCLUSION OF PROPERTY AND PROJECT AREA CONDITIONS, BLIGHT ........6
4.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS.............................................................................................7
4.1 INVENTORY ............................................................................................................7
4.2 CURRENT ZONING ................................................................................................7
4.3 CURRENT LAND USE ..........................................................................................10
4.4 ADOPTED DESIGN GUIDE...................................................................................10
4.5 ROADWAYS ..........................................................................................................10
4.6 PUBLIC UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE ..................................................................11
4.7 PRIVATE UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE ................................................................11
5.0 VISION PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES ..............................................11
5.1 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................11
IDENTIFYING DEVELOPMENT / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES ...........11
5.2 MILL VALLEY PLANNING WITH CITY OF NEW BERLIN……….…………………16
5.3 BEAUTIFICATION & UPKEEP…………………………………………………………16
GENERAL CLEANUP: OVERALL.........................................................................16
BEAUTIFICATION & GATEWAYS ........................................................................21
MARKETING ........................................................................................................22
5.4 FINACIAL AIDS .....................................................................................................22
REVOLVING LOAN FUND ...................................................................................22
OTHER INCENTIVE TECHNIQUES .....................................................................22
5.5 ACQUISITIONS AND RELOCATIONS ..................................................................23
5.6 UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE ....................................................................23
ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE ..................................................................................24
WATER & SEWER ...............................................................................................24
STORMWATER ....................................................................................................24
STREAM CORRIDOR………..…………………………………………………………24
5.7 CODES AND ORDINANCES .................................................................................25
CITY BUDGET......................................................................................................25
ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP AMENDMENTS ..............................................25
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS ..........................................................25
AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODES AND ORDINANCES .................................25
APPENDICES .....................................................................................................................29
APPENDIX A - PROJECT AREA LEGAL DESCRIPTION .............................................29
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
In Spring 2002, the Common Council of the City of Muskego adopted Resolution No. 63-
02,Resolution Creating the Community Development Authority of the City of Muskego,
Wisconsin. Broadly stated, the purpose of the Community Development Authority (CDA)
is to promote adequate places for commerce, employment, housing, and an improved
living environment for all Muskego residents.
The purpose of the Redevelopment Plan is to revitalize a declining urban area, spur
reinvestment in the community, and to transform it into a better place to live, work and
play. The Plan is an important implementation component of the City’s adopted 2020
Comprehensive Plan, which encourages the creation of more livable, mixed-use areas
within the community and redevelopment where urban services can be efficiently provided.
The Mill Valley Redevelopment District #4 has been identified as an area with
redevelopment potential based on the lack of infrastructure, location of a gateway to the
Muskego community, and development/redevelopment potential. Further, there is
potential for the City of New Berlin to begin development of the Mill Valley Sand and
Gravel pit located at the northwest corner of Racine Avenue and College Avenue in the
City of New Berlin. Development of this parcel will have many impacts and development
possibilities in the City of Muskego that this plan takes into effect.
This document establishes the community’s third Redevelopment Plan pursuant to Section
66.1333(6) of the Wisconsin Statutes, and enables the Community Development Authority
and the Common Council to pursue additional strategies for the advancement of
significant community-oriented redevelopment projects.
Map 1 depicts the Project Area boundaries and affected properties. The legal description
for the boundary of the Redevelopment District No. 4 project area (the “Project Area”) can
be found in Appendix A.
2.0 REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
The boundaries of the redevelopment project area are shown on Map 1. The areas
included within the redevelopment district include the parcels along Racine Avenue from
Tans Drive to College Avenue all centered on the northwestern gateway to the City of
Muskego.
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3.0 CONCLUSION OF PROPERTY AND PROJECT AREA CONDITIONS, BLIGHT
Bearing in mind the statutory definitions of blighted area and blighted property, the
Planning Staff, CDA, and the Common Council observed the conditions of the Project
Area and of specific properties within the Project Area. These observations include: a
number of substandard or deteriorating structures, a diversity of ownership, and mainly the
presence within the Project Area of predominantly open areas and underutilized parcels.
There is large redevelopment potential in this project area.
The Community Development Authority and Common Council found and declared that
these conditions, both individually and in combination substantially impair or arrest the
sound growth of the community, constitute an economic and/or social liability, and
constitute a menace to the public health, safety, and welfare in their present condition and
use.
The CDA adopted Resolution #CDA 001-2012 on July17, 2012. This Resolution
established the boundaries of the Project Area, and found and declared that the Project
Area is a blighted area, and that the specific properties within the Project Area that are
specifically discussed in this Plan are blighted properties.
The Common Council made its blight determination by Resolution # 074-2012 on July 24,
2012. This Resolution acknowledged the CDA establishment of boundaries for the Project
Area, and found and declared that the Project Area is a blighted area, and that specific
properties discussed within this Plan are blighted properties.
NOTE: Deeming the Project Area “blighted” is a requirement of WI State Statute
when developing a Redevelopment Plan. The term “blighted properties” is defined
within the WI State Statute, and does not mean individual properties or the Project
Area itself are defined as unsafe or in need of condemnation. For this Plan’s
definition, “blighted properties” shall mean the properties and Project Area have
been identified as needing increased economic development opportunities or in
need of economic development encouragement and stimulus to become a better
place to live, work and play.
The CDA and Common Council hereby reaffirm their prior determinations that the Project
Area is a blighted area in accordance with the definitions found in Wisconsin Statutes.
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4.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS
4.1 INVENTORY
The Project Area is located in the northwestern portion of the City, just south of the
intersection of Racine Avenue and College Avenue stemming south down to Tans
Drive. The Area encompasses approximately 68 acres (excluding public rights-of-
way) and contains ten (10) properties. The approximate assessed value for the
Project Area as of January 2011 was $1,791,700.
4.2 CURRENT ZONING
The Project Area contains a few different zoning districts. The following zoning
districts are located with the boundary area:
x Commercial: B-2 & B-3
x Institutional: I-1
x Residential: RC-3
Map 2 depicts existing zoning within and surrounding Redevelopment District No. 4.
For details of each zoning district please see Chapter 17, Zoning Ordinance, of the
Municipal Code. The zoning code will describe the specific requirements and
allowed uses for each district.
Within this redevelopment district, there are a few nonconformities.
Nonconforming structures are permitted to continue in existence, and may be
improved, expanded, and/or enlarged provided the value of such improvement,
expansion, or enlargement does not exceed 50-percent of the current market value
of the property, and provided the improvement, expansion, or enlargement does not
increase the degree of nonconformity. In the event a nonconforming structure is
damaged beyond 50-percent of its market value, the structure must be rebuilt in
conformity with the zoning regulations attached to the parcel.
Nonconforming parcels are permitted to continue in existence, and may be used and
improved provided that any such use or improvement is developed in conformity with
the zoning regulations attached to the parcel. While this zoning code provision
strongly encourages reuse of nonconforming parcels, in many cases, the size,
shape, or orientation of nonconforming parcels do not permit new developments in
conformance with modern zoning standards, and such sizes, shapes, or
configurations, constituting an economic liability for the parcel, and arrest the sound
growth and development of the parcel and Project Area.
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4.3 CURRENT LAND USE
The redevelopment district contains a few different current land uses. The mix of
uses includes single-family residential, government/institutional, and commercial.
Map 3 illustrates the current land uses.
4.4 ADOPTED DESIGN GUIDE
The entire City is governed by the design principals of The General Design Guide.
The full redevelopment district is also governed additionally by The Racine Avenue
Gateway Design Guide. These design guides have been adopted in Chapter 41 of
the Municipal Code as a detailed element of the adopted Comprehensive Plan.
These Guides serve to promote sound development principles and to enhance the
aesthetics of the area. City Staff developed these design guides at the direction of
the Mayor’s Task Force on Economic Development and the Plan Commission.
These Design Guides outline the planning, design, and redesign of the built
environment of the City of Muskego so as to enhance its visual character and avoid
monotony. The standards are to assist in fostering sound, functional, attractive and
quality development. Moreover, the Guides specify building construction materials to
be utilized, site geometrics, site landscaping requirements, and site lighting
standards to be followed.
4.5 ROADWAYS
As previously stated, Racine Avenue runs through the center of this redevelopment
district. Racine Avenue is a major road within the City and it is also a county
highway. Any properties directly located on any county highway are subject to
Waukesha County Department of Public Works rules, regulations, and requirements.
The entire section of Racine Avenue contains in this district is rural based with ditch
section and no curbing. A boulevard section exists on the north side of the district
along Racine Avenue and is location of the city’s gateway signage.
4.6 PUBLIC UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE
The entire project area has access to public sanitary sewer, but no municipal water.
Map 4 illustrates the location of these facilities. The current facilities meet the
current needs of the project area as it sits today but future development of the area
may require upgrades to the sanitary sewer system and definite extensions to the
water system.
There are ditches and culverts through most of the project area that handle the
stormwater run off and drainage. There is no large-scale underground stormwater
sewer system or regional pond for the vicinity.
4.7 PRIVATE UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Within the district, miscellaneous private utilities exist such as Time Warner (cable
television, telephone, and internet), AT&T (cable television, telephone, and internet),
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and WE Energies (gas and electric). Since these are all privately run utilities, they
expand and upgrade as they feel necessary. Most of these utilities are now below
ground since Janesville Road was rebuilt.
5.0 VISION PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES
5.1 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
IDENTIFYING DEVELOPMENT / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Many opportunities exist in the area for new development and/or redevelopment.
These opportunities may be in the form of vacant parcels or area on an already
developed parcel where room exists for expansion.
Table 1 discusses the development / redevelopment opportunities of the parcels
found within RD #4 as identified by the City. These opportunities are further
referenced on Map 5 attached herein.
Note: The table and map are strictly representational in relation to how a parcel may realize
its highest and best use. All the identified opportunity assumptions are based upon existing
2020 Comprehensive Plan rationale or other known facts relating to zoning or infrastructure.
As part of identifying opportunities, the following measures may take place:
1. City staff should maintain the inventory and map identifying the lots within the
Plan limits that have development / redevelopment potential. Characteristics
such as lot size, building size, open space, etc. could be looked at to help
determine where the development / redevelopment opportunities may be
possible. Property owners should be contacted and informed of their potential
and with ways the City may be able to help a redevelopment/development effort
(Aid may exist in the form of financial help, marketing partnerships, etc.).
2. The designs, uses, and densities should be considered when planning new
developments/redevelopments of Redevelopment District #4.
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5.2 MILL VALLEY PLANNING WITH THE CITY OF NEW BERLIN
As mentioned in the introduction to this plan the City of Muskego has been in
discussion with the City of New Berlin on an intergovernmental agreement on how to
best bring infrastructure to the City of New Berlin’s Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site
on the northwest corner of Racine Avenue and College Avenue. The City of New
Berlin has it in their 2020 Comprehensive Plan to look to reclaim and develop the
sand and gravel site into a business park with supporting commercial uses in the
near future. The City of Muskego sees that the development of this site may have
both positive and negative impacts on the community and this gateway to the city. At
the time of adoption of this Plan it appears that the City of New Berlin will be looking
to provide utilities to a future redevelopment of the Mill Valley site via their own
infrastructure.
As part of reclaiming an identity for Muskego via development of the Mill Valley area,
a focus must be centered on enforcing the City’s ordinances relating to outdoor
storage, landscaping, general site upkeep, and signage while also enforcing the
Planning Commission approvals that many sites have received.
As part of the planning for the City of New Berlin’s Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site,
this Plan recommends the following considerations to be taken in the event the
development of the site moves forward:
1. Proper utilities are installed throughout the planned area.
2. Lighting is possibly installed along Racine Avenue with fixtures matching Mill
valley site development.
3. Possible full boulevard urban cross section roadway is installed up to Tans Drive.
4. Street trees and boulevard landscaping is added.
5. Possible trail installation along Racine Avenue
5.3 BEAUTIFICATION & UPKEEP
GENERAL CLEANUP: OVERALL
As part of reclaiming an identity for Muskego via development of the Mill Valley area,
a focus must be centered on enforcing the City’s ordinances relating to outdoor
storage, landscaping, general site upkeep, and signage while also enforcing the
Planning Commission approvals that many sites have received.
As part of the overall general cleanup, the CDA will take action to implement these
requirements/guidelines, which will include the following:
1. The Muskego Community Development Department staff will begin to inventory
properties that may be in conflict with past approvals or various city ordinances
relating to site upkeep. Contacts will be made regarding the possible
discrepancies relating to site upkeep. Approvals/ordinances will be strictly
enforced in order to assure the best environment possible for City residents,
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Table 1: Parcel Development/Redevelopment Potential
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from
Map
Tax Key
No. Zoning
2020
Plan
Land
Use
~Acres Notes on Potential
1 2177.996 B-3 Commercial 15.24
This is a large vacant parcel that is the first Muskego parcel when entering
the community from the north. The parcel has some environmental
features upon it (including a stream that is part of the headwaters to Little
Muskego Lake) but has ample room for development. The owner has
done some considerable grading on the parcel the past few years to get it
ready for future development. The land is currently zoned for a variety of
commercial uses and has accessibility to public sewer. Opportunity to
promote this parcel for a viable welcoming use to Muskego could be key
to the rest of the Redevelopment District viability. Chances to work with
this property owner on marketing this opportunity and coming up with
some specific uses and possible financial aids may work well.
2 2177.931 I-1 Commercial 5.7
This "area" is actually just a small part of the Muskego Norway School
District's (MNSD) Mill Valley Elementary School parcel. The 2020 Plan
Committee saw that this 5 or so acres was mostly unused by the school
district with the exception for parking on a few recreation nights during the
summer months. Thus, even though the property is zoned institutional,
the 2020 Plan designated this area as a future commercial opportunity
due to its access to Racine Avenue and the gateway to Muskego.
Working with MNSD on what the future of this property could be is
recommended. Possible purchase of this area and then city RFP process
might work along with just simply marketing and making financial aids
available for a future development.
3 2178.997 &
2178.997.001 RC-3 Commercial 15
Both these parcels are currently zoned for residential uses although the
2020 Plan does allow for future commercial opportunities should the
landowners desire or have buyers with commercial land uses in mind.
Past discussions with the landowners show that there is no current desire
to have these parcels be anything other than residential uses, but the
Redevelopment Plan includes these properties as opportunities so any
future financial aids and benefits of the Redevelopment Plan are in place
for their use.
4 2177.934.001 B-3 Commercial 3.75
Muskego Motorcar Company currently exists on this site. The business is
built to modern standards and is an example of what future commercial
sites should strive for in design for a quality site and structure. There is
opportunity for additional commercial opportunities in the rear of the
property as over 2 acres of developable land is found behind the existing
structure. Working with the property owner on their future desires for the
land as a whole and for the developable property in the rear is key. The
owner has expressed interest of installing some higher end mini storage
units in the past.
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5 2177.933.002 B-3 Commercial 3.64
This 3.5+ acre parcel has considerable development opportunity today.
The only issue in developing the property is the immediate access to
Racine avenue. As we see in the Muskego Motorcar Company to the
north a large ditch area exists that needs to be breached in order to get to
the flatter grades on the developable areas of the parcel. Working to
market this development opportunity along with possible financial aids to
help out the access concerns may help.
6 2177.932 B-3 Commercial 2.56
Muskego Storage has existed on this property for the past many years.
The parcel is entirely developed with six total mini storage facilities. The
structures are mostly made up of pole building designs with limited
masonry product on the structure facing Racine Avenue. Cyclone fencing
is found around the entire development and there is limited screening.
New mini storage facilities in Muskego have stringent standards on
landscaping via solid fencing or dense landscaping. Working with the
property owner to increase the screening of this facility may work well for
the aesthetics of the gateway corridor. Helping owner to create new,
more modern signage may help (existing is a board with phone number).
7 2177.932.001 B-3 Commercial 1
The business G & W Patterns maintains business on this almost fully
developed property. A cinder block office building is found along the
frontage of Tans Drive along with a newer, more modern, building along
the northwest corner of the property that is earth tone in color with some
masonry product along the base. Opportunity to increase the landscaping
along the frontage of the property along with working with the owner to
revamp the cinder block building to mimic the look of the more modern
building to the rear may work well for the overall aesthetics of this area.
Use of financial aids to help facilitate these updates may be required.
8 2180.994.001 B-2 Commercial 6
This parcel has been fully developed for the past couple decades
consisting of a full parking lot along with a large structure that has been
used in the past as a movie theatre and a sports bar. The property has
been vacant for the past year. Overall, the property and structure have
fallen out of style and could use some upkeep and change. Additional
landscaping and possible rehab of the full split face painted block
structure may help as the building is a focal point when entering Muskego.
With the property being so large, opportunity may exist in the future to add
more structures on this property for other types of uses.
9 2180.994.002 B-2 Commercial 10.4
This 10+ acre parcel has considerable development opportunity today.
Access is already fully developed and can be shared off of both Racine
Avenue and Tans Drive. Shared parking may also be utilized with the
adjoining property if negotiated. Visibility off of Racine Avenue can be
found and limited grading could make this parcel very viable for a future
commercial use. Mixed uses have been thought of for this parcel in the
past and might work well to create a buffer to Hillendale Drive and the
residential uses further to the east. Working to market this development
opportunity along with applying possible financial aids here may help.
Note: This table is for informational purposes only and is strictly representational in relation to how a parcel may realize it’s highest and best
use. All the identified opportunity assumptions are based upon existing 2020 Comprehensive Plan rationale or other known facts relating to
zoning or infrastructure.
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business owners, and visitors, while at the same time working with property owners
based on their individual situations.
BEAUTIFICATION & GATEWAYS
Overall beautification of the District is
considered essential since the City has
invested a large amount of money towards
gateway improvements in the past few
years. Maintaining and enhancing the
overall appeal of this area is important.
As part of addressing/improving the
beautification and gateways in
Redevelopment District #4, the following
implementation measures may take place.
Note: Some items discussed below could
take part with or without the development of the Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site in
New Berlin; some beautification items that would most likely take place with the
development of the Mill valley site area listed in section 5.2 above:
1. Annual review of the “state of the gateways and beautification measures” in the
district should take place by the CDA. Recommendations for maintenance and
updates to the streetscaping should be considered and costs determined and
budgeted.
2. Some ideas for beautification consideration may include:
a. Trees on boulevard behind new monument sign.
b. Way finding Signage.
c. Street trees on sides of right-of-way up to Tans Drive.
d. Remove old Gateway signage.
e. Remove old gateway organization signage (create new plan for
organization signage here at City Hall).
f. Work with the Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site in the event the Mill Valley
development doesn’t take off to get their property cleaned up. Better
fencing along the Racine Avenue right-of-way, increased landscaping, or
cleanup of the brush along this route may help with the overall gateway.
g. Work with Park Board in trail implementation along Racine Avenue.
h. Have beautification day(s) each year. Use existing city staff (volunteers?)
to clean-up area, prune trees, replace mulch, add additional plantings).
i. Work with the State of WI to clean up the median areas of the
roundabouts in the Interstate 43 interchange. The interchange contributes
to the gateway to Muskego and the median areas have since not been
maintained over the years.
j. Work with the City of New Berlin in beautifying this gateway to Muskego
during their future roadway planning of a redevelopment of the Mill Valley
site.
3. New development/redevelopments should look to compliment the streetscaping
and themes the City has in place if possible.
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MARKETING
Future promotion of business in this area will be key to ongoing success.
Specifically, a few opportunities exist to aid in promoting commercial uses on vacant
lands in the district.
As part of this plan, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. Community Development Department Staff shall work with the business owners
to effectively market existing opportunities (land, lease, etc.).
5.4 FINANCIAL AIDS
REVOLIVING LOAN FUND
The City of Muskego has for some time administered a Revolving Loan Fund (RLF),
which provides a viable source of financing that fills the "gap" between the monies
available through the private sector and the amount needed to complete a project.
The City uses the monies to provide loans to new and expanding businesses.
Businesses, in return for use of the public funds, provide private investment towards
the assisted activity and create job opportunities, principally for the benefit of low-
and moderate-income persons. In making a RLF loan to a business, communities act
like a "bank" and accept responsibilities comparable to a commercial lender. The RLF
money the City utilizes is a result of repaid Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) loans from the State of Wisconsin.
The City of Muskego’s RLF program allows interest rates as low as 50% of prime, and
the money can be used for a variety of projects including:
x Purchase, rehabilitation, renovation, or construction of a building.
x Site acquisition and preparation.
x Purchase of furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
x Financing of working capital.
x Clearance, demolition, and removal of structures.
x Buyouts by purchase of assets or stock.
A business must only demonstrate that one fulltime equivalent job is being created for
every $20,000 requested from the City. Assurances and collateral apply just like in
any other bank loan.
As part of this program, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. Formal marketing of this program, by the CDA and staff, so that all owners are
well aware of their options when considering updates to their property.
OTHER INCENTIVE TECHINIQUES
It is the intention of the City of Muskego to attempt to find options for any
entrepreneurs to meet their goals when planning/expanding their businesses AND
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for the City in achieving the implementation measures in this Plan. Many other
financial mechanisms exist which might be the appropriate outlet befitting the direct
needs of a business venture or the City. These mechanisms may include the use of
Tax Increment Districts or specific Municipal aids/incentives for grants, loans, land
acquisitions, buyouts, leases, etc.
As part of this program, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. The City should not discount any financial option when trying to realize the goals
and implementation measures of this Plan. “Outside the box” options should
always be entertained, even when the option might seem unfeasible at face
value.
2. Looking into specific grant and loan programs specific to this area may make it
more attractive for a business to locate here.
5.5 ACQUISITIONS AND RELOCATIONS
As part of this Plan, there are no specific plans to acquire or relocate any
businesses/properties. However, there may be times in which property owners may
wish to discuss with the City about selling their property to the City for redevelopment
OR specific businesses may come forward looking to be relocated.
As part of this, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. The CDA will work with any property owner or business to attempt to close a sale
of a property for redevelopment or business relocation, as long as the end goals
are consistent with Comprehensive Plan. Mechanisms may include outright sales
or financial assistance mechanisms to reach these goals. However, any
purchase of property or financial aid mechanism, shall be subject to the approval
of the Common Council and any governing State Statutes.
5.6 UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE
ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE
The main thoroughfare within this Redevelopment District #4 is Racine Avenue,
which consists of a small boulevard section to the north with a four lane rural cross
section that drops down to a two lane rural cross section just past the entrance to the
Mill Valley Sand and Gravel pit. Only two intersections are within the district along
Racine Avenue consisting of College Avenue intersection to the north and the Tans
Drive intersection to the south. No immediate requirements for upgrading the road
infrastructure are part of this Plan. However, a redevelopment of the Mill Valley Sand
and Gravel site would demand upgrades to possibly all of Racine Avenue in the
district to a four lanes urban cross section (curb/gutter) and a definite upgrade to the
intersection of College Avenue and Racine Avenue as this intersection will most
likely be the primary entrance to a future development here.
As part of the road infrastructure, the following implementation measures may take
place:
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1. City staff and the CDA shall assess any possible road infrastructure
improvements and look to budget for enhancements where necessary.
2. Should the future Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site development the City of
Muskego should take an active role in ensuring that the road infrastructure
supports increased traffic while keeping the integrity of the Muskego gateway.
WATER & SEWER
Currently, no public water service exists within the planned area and sewer is limited
as well as discussed in Section 4.6 of this Plan.
As part of water and sewer, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. Working with the business owners and determining the feasibility and need of a
public sewer and water main extensions may be projects backed by this Plan if
the project shows it can increase or aid business opportunity here.
2. Should the future Mill Valley Sand and Gravel site development the City of
Muskego should take an active role in ensuring that the proper utility
infrastructure is constructed throughout the planned area to support all future
business opportunities here.
STORMWATER
There are no stormwater facilities planned at this time. However, this Plan
recognizes that stormwater management is required by code in a development /
redevelopment that creates more than a ½ acre of impervious surfaces. Some
properties in the district may have trouble with finding stormwater alternatives to do
site sizes, shapes, and environmental qualities.
As part of stormwater, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. Whenever possible, the City should work to help property owners in orchestrating
shared stormwater management. Shared stormwater ponds or regional ponds
can increase the development potential of lands and lessen the cost of this
needed infrastructure.
STREAM CORRIDOR
A major stream corridor exists on the northernmost parcel within the RD #4
boundary. The stream is actually part of headwaters to Little Muskego Lake and runs
on the far northwestern portion of Tax Key Number (parcel on the direct southeast
corner of College Avenue and Racine Avenue). Utmost care should be taken when
development is proposed on this parcel or on the roadways surrounding the stream
corridor. The stream also runs thru the Mill Valley New Berlin site.
As part of this item, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. The stream corridor is to be recognized as an important part of the Muskego
community and all future development proposals around the stream corridor (In
Muskego, New Berlin, or the roadways) should pay specific attention the offsets
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of development proposed and the measures taken to preserve the corridor from
any disruption.
5.7 CODES AND ORDINANCES
CITY BUDGET
Addressing the various implementation measures yearly will ensure that the
objectives of the Redevelopment District No. 4 Plan are followed. Some of the
measures will require financial resources from year to year to guarantee positive
outcomes.
As part of the City Budget, the following implementation measures may take place:
1. The Community Development Authority will review the financial requirements of
the Redevelopment District No. 4 Plan yearly, and request the necessary
financial needs to the Common Council for various budget approvals.
ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP AMENDMENTS
The majority of the parcel’s existing zoning districts will accommodate the proposed
redevelopment visions. No rezonings will formally occur as part of this plan.
However, this Plan does recognize that many properties were affected by the
reconstruction of Janesville Road and development / redevelopment opportunities
may have been reduced due to this reconstruction. Thus, future approvals of
comparable zoning districts for those affected properties will be recommended as
long as the proposed uses meet the objections of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS
The adopted 2020 Land Use Map is illustrated on Map 6. The redevelopment
visions outlined can be accommodated without amendment to the land use element
of the 2020 Plan.
AMENDMENT TO BUILDING CODES AND ORDINANCES
Properties within the Redevelopment District are subject to all Building Codes and
Ordinances of the City of Muskego. No amendments are needed as a part of this
Plan.
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A - PROJECT AREA LEGAL DESCRIPTION
The boundary of the Redevelopment District No. 4 project area (the “Project Area”) contains
parcels of land legally described as:
Being part of the Northeast ¼, Southeast ¼, Southwest ¼ and the Northwest ¼ of Section
5, Town 5 North, Range 20 East, City of Muskego, Waukesha County, Wisconsin bounded
and described as follows:
Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast ¼ of said Section 5, said point also
being the point of beginning; thence Easterly along the North line of said Northeast ¼, a
distance of 703 feet more or less, to the Westerly extended property line of College Square
Subdivision; thence Southerly along said Westerly line and the Easterly line of a property
identified by Tax-key No. 2177-996 extended a distance of 1668 feet more or less to the
North line of Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 7725; thence Easterly along said North line 38
feet more or less, to the Northwest corner of Certified Survey Map No. 9512; thence
Southerly along the Westerly line of said Certified Survey Map a distance of 259.72 feet, to
the North line of Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 8042; thence Westerly along said North
line 25 feet more or less to the Westerly line of said Lot 1; thence Southerly along said
Westerly line 229.23 feet, to the Southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence Easterly along the
South line of said Lot 1 a distance of 17 feet more or less to the Northwest corner of Lot 1,
Certified Survey Map No. 6073; thence Southeasterly along a westerly line of said Lot 1 a
distance 81.97 feet; thence Southwesterly along a Westerly line of said Lot 1, and Lot 2 of
said Certified Survey Map 6073, a distance of 156.44 feet to the South line of said Lot 2;
thence Easterly along said South line 194.62 feet to the Westerly Hillendale Drive right-of-
way line; thence Southwesterly along said Westerly right-of-way line 92 feet more or less to
the Northeast corner of Parcel 2, Certified Survey Map No. 8390; thence Southwesterly
along the Easterly line of said Parcel 2 a distance of 707.36 feet, to a Southerly line of said
Parcel 2; thence Westerly along said Southerly line 260.04 feet to a Easterly line of said
Parcel 2; thence Southwesterly along said Easterly line 268.78 feet, to the South line of said
Parcel 2; thence Westerly along said South line extended 690 feet more or less, to the East
line of Lakeview Highlands North Subdivision; thence Northerly along said East line 553 feet
more or less to an angle point; thence Northwesterly along an Easterly line of said
Subdivision 369.16 feet, to the Southerly Tans Drive right-of-way line; thence Westerly along
said Southerly line 364 feet more or less; thence North 33 feet more or less to the South line
of the Northwest ¼ of said Section 5; thence Westerly along said South line, to the extended
West line of Certified Survey Map No. 3767; thence Northerly along said West line 1,319.98
feet to the North line of said Certified Survey Map; thence Easterly along said North line 496
feet more or less, to a Westerly City of Muskego Corporate Limits line; thence Northeasterly
along said Westerly line 422.41 feet, to an angle point on the Westerly City of Muskego
Corporate Limits line; thence Northerly along said Westerly line 718 feet more or less, to the
point of beginning.
The Project Area boundaries are depicted in Map 1.
COMMON COUNCIL - CITY OF MUSKEGO
RESOLUTION #075-2012
RESOLUTION PROMOTING CIVIL PUBLIC DISCOURSE
Whereas, the principle of civility is the foundation of democracy and the rule of law; and
Whereas, public discourse today is all too often composed of divisive attacks rather
than meaningful consideration of important public issues, which leads to ineffective
public decision making, citizen frustration, and damage to our democracy; and
Whereas, municipal officials play an important role in shaping public behavior as
community leaders and, therefore, have a special opportunity to help steer public
discourse in a more civil direction.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Common Council of the City of Muskego urges
all government officials and employees, political parties, media representatives,
advocacy organizations, and candidates for political office and their supporters to strive
toward a more civil public discourse in the conduct of political activities and in the
administration of the affairs of government.
DATED THIS 24TH DAY OF JULY, 2012.
MAYOR KATHY CHIAVEROTTI
CITY OF MUSKEGO COMMON COUNCIL
This is to certify that this is a true and accurate copy of Resolution #075-2012 which
was adopted by the Common Council of the City of Muskego.
______________________________
Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES APPROVED
6:00 PM Tuesday June 5, 2012
Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
Mayor Chiaverotti called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT
Mayor Kathy Chiaverotti, Ald. Soltysiak, Commissioners Hulbert, Noah, Buckmaster, and
Stinebaugh and Director Muenkel and Recording Secretary McMullen.
EXCUSED
Commissioner Jacques
Recording Secretary McMullen noted that the meeting was properly noticed on June 1, 2012 in
accordance with the Open Meeting Law.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE MAY 1, 2012 MEETING Commissioner Buckmaster
made a motion to approve the minutes of the May 1, 2012 meeting. Commissioner Noah
seconded. Upon a roll call vote, motion to approve the minutes was ADOPTED unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS FOR CONSIDERATION
None.
OLD BUSINESS SCHEDULED FOR DEFERRAL
None.
CONSENT BUSINESS.
None.
NEW BUSINESS FOR CONSIDERATION
RESOLUTION #P.C. 032-2012 – Recommendation to Common Council to rezone a property
from A-1 – Agricultural District to RS-2 – Suburban Resident District for the DeBack property
located in the SE ¼ of Section 32 (Tax Key 2288.996.003 / Crystal Cove Subdivision).
Commissioner Stinebaugh made a motion to ADOPT. Commissioner Buckmaster seconded.
Director Muenkel explained the petitioners, Bill Carity and Harold DeBack, are requesting a
rezoning from A-1 Agricultural District to RS-2 Suburban Residence District for a future
subdivision. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan identifies this area as Rural Density Residential and
no change is required. This rezoning was a condition of the preliminary plat approval on March
6, 2012. The bulk of the subdivision is already zoned RS-2. All lots within the subdivision are
proposed to be at least 88,898 square feet in size or greater in order to meet the density
requirement of the 2020 Comprehensive Plan. Formal development of this subdivision is subject
to approval of construction plans, subdivider’s agreement, letter of credit, and final plat. A public
hearing took place on May 2, 2012 and only the developer spoke in favor of the rezoning. Staff
has not received any comments for or against the rezoning. Staff recommends approval. Upon
a roll call vote, Resoltuion #P.C. 032-2012 was ADOPTED unanimously.
#P.C. 033-2012 – Discussion of a Conceptual Rezoning and Proposal for Parkside Memorial
Cemetery located in the SE ¼ of Section 2 (Tax Key 2168.962 / S69 W14105 Tess Corners
Drive). Director Muenkel explained this item is for discussion to give the petitioners direction and
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June 5, 2012
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there is no formal Resolution at this time. There are many more details that need to come out
before the formal rezoning and public hearing should take place. The petitioners are requesting
a rezoning from RS-2 Suburban Residential District to I-1 to allow a cemetery and structures.
Two properties are proposed with parcel 1 containing a receptionist area, offices and bathrooms,
community room, two chapels, and a crematorium. Parcel 2 will contain 16 burial sites,
mausoleums with niches and crypts, veteran’s area, asphalt road, crushed stone trails, pond with
sitting park, and a pet section. The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as Medium Density
Residential. This proposal would require a change in the Comprehensive Plan to Government,
Institutional, Transportation, and Utilities. The following are questions staff would need more
information on for a future submittal:
x Neighbor’s concerns?
x How will the properties and buildings be maintained and how funds for future
maintenance be set up?
x What would be the timeframe for phasing?
x Will there be fencing?
x How will parking be provided?
x Future engineering may be required as the property is close to or in flood fringe and
wetlands
x Will the 17 acres be allowed with City approval when the State requires 20 acres?
x What is the distance to habitable structures from the cemetery?
x Regulations on funeral establishments on the same property as the cemetery
x Crematorium concerns
x How will the site and use overall operate (future BSO is needed with rezoning proposal)?
Director Muenkel noted this could be a unique opportunity that might not be currently available to
the general public. The 1992 Comprehensive Plan looked into cemeteries. The 2020
Comprehensive Plan does not go into detail on this subject, but it was mentioned on surveys the
City received related to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan. Director Muenkel added that before
coming back for a formal rezoning, State requirements should be met and what state statutes
would need to be waived by the City should be known as well. A full site plan and building plans
should also be available.
The Kosobuckis and Murphys were present to discuss this development. Brain Kosobucki
explained there are a lot of unknown State requirements. The project will be done in two
phases. Per State requirements the funeral home and cemetery have to be separate
properties/ownership. The State requires 20 acres for a cemetery, but this property is only 17
acres. Mr. Kosobucki explained the City has the authority to override this requirement. This
development would be a park-like setting with no head stones and everything being flush with
the ground. Park benches, large berms and fencing with a single point entry will be installed. A
50 foot road would be installed to allow cars to be parked on both sides and still have room for
traffic and emergency vehicles. Craftsman style architecture will be used on the buildings to tie
into the district. The buildings will be located in one central location. Mr. Kosobucki added they
would like to create a quiet, low environmental impact, low traffic development. This
development would be an asset to local churches, funeral homes, and businesses.
Patrick Murphy gave some background on the property. Mr. Murphy explained his grandparents
owned the property since 1971 and ran Parkside Nursery from the property. Since they have
passed away the nursery business no longer operates. The family would like to keep the
property undisturbed and beautiful. A memorial cemetery in the City would provide something
the City needs while creating jobs.
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June 5, 2012
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Commissioner Noah questioned if there would be someone on site and if there would be 24 hour
a day access. Mark Kosobucki explained there would be a gate to restrict access and there
would be set business hours.
Commissioner Hulbert questioned if there will be an account set up for future maintenance.
Mark Kosobucki stated 15% of every lot and niche sold would go into an account. Director
Muenkel added that a new ordinance would be put into place and an agreement and bond may
be set up for future maintenance issues per state statutes. Commissioner Hulbert also asked if
soil borings have been completed because the water table could be high in this area. Mr.
Kosobucki stated they have not completed soil borings.
Commissioner Buckmaster stated he has concerns with placing a cemetery business into an
existing residential area and questioned what the residents would think of this. Commissioner
Buckmaster noted there are a lot of questions that need to be answered and a lot to do to
accommodate this development such as a zoning and comp plan change. Commissioner
Buckmaster suggested getting the residents thoughts and concerns before coming back with the
formal rezoning.
Consensus was given that the petitioners should have all these questions/tasks completed
before a formal rezoning is sought.
NEW BUSINESS PLACED ON FILE
None.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
Determine July Meeting Date – Monday July 9, 2012. The next meeting date will be Monday
July 9, 2012. Commissioner Hulbert stated he would not be able to make the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to adjourn at 6:46 PM. Commissioner Noah seconded.
Upon a voice vote, motion carried. With no further business to come before the Commission,
the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Kellie McMullen,
Recording Secretary
CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved 7/17/12
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (CDA)
MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2012
Chairman Glazier called the meeting of the Community Development Authority to order at 6:00 PM.
Those in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
The meeting was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law.
PRESENT: Commissioners Dan Draeger, Rob Glazier, Robert LeClaire, Larry Lefebvre, Bob
Mueller, Ald. Wolfe and Executive Director Muenkel
GUESTS: 15, including Mayor Chiaverotti, Denise Konkol of Muskego Patch, Howard Schneider,
Bob Bueckers
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE MAY 15, 2012 MEETING:
Ald. Wolfe moved to approve the minutes of the May 15, 2012 meeting. Commissioner
Lefebvre seconded. Upon a voice vote, the motion to approve the minutes carried.
INTRODUCTION OF MEMBERS
Members introduced themselves and gave a brief account on their residency, occupation and public
service.
ELECTION OF CHAIR, VICE-CHAIR, AND SECRETARY: Members moved and seconded to
nominate/elect Rob Glazier to serve as Chairman, Larry Lefebvre as Vice-chairman and Bob Mueller
as Secretary. Motions carried.
PUBLIC HEARING – TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A PROJECT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT #4 – MILL VALLEY
Reading Of Public Notice
Reading of the public notice to consider adoption of a project plan for Redevelopment District #4 (Mill
Valley) was read by Executive Director Muenkel.
Presentation by Jeff Muenkel, Community Development Director
Executive Director Muenkel made a power point presentation on the proposed project plan for
Redevelopment District #4, including a historical account leading up to the CDA members initiation
of the plan as well as background information on the formation of redevelopment districts by the
CDA. He explained the catalyst for the CDA to form the plan was the development that is taking
place in the neighboring New Berlin/Mill Valley quarry site and the impact it will have on the City of
Muskego. The city has had some negotiations with them relative to sewer and water in the area. The
CDA has worked implementing things in the area such as the gateway signage. Implementation
measures for the plan would include:
x Identify and inventory of the development and redevelopment opportunities
x Beautification and gateways
x Marketing
x Financial aids (RLF)
x Outside the box incentive techniques
x Acquisitions and relocations
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Also, there is a portion in the plan regarding roads, sewer, water and storm water. He further
reviewed the steps to take to finalize Redevelopment District #4.
Statements by the Public:
Bob Bueckers inquired about the dirt from Janesville Road project being dumped in the
redevelopment district area. There is some grading being done. Who is responsible for the grading?
Executive Director Muenkel stated it was part of the Janesville Road project as the contractors look
for local residents to take the spoils. The site has been approved by the DNR and the City of
Muskego and they are watching over the site.
Howard Schneider, a member of the Muskego Lakes Conservancy, expressed some concerns over
a portion of the land containing a creek that leads to Little Muskego Lake and how it would be
protected from development. He would like to see the water quality maintained and voiced concern
about the wetlands.
Debbie Baseler made inquiry on when Racine Avenue would be four lanes. Executive Director
Muenkel stated it was a county roadway and not right now in their capital budget or the five-year
plan. It’s a possibility if the Mill Valley quarry development occurs. However, he did not think it would
be any time soon. Ms. Baseler asked if there was some place to find out what New Berlin was
planning. Executive Director Muenkel directed her to the New Berlin web site. If New Berlin
developed, how would the sewer/water be handled? Executive Director Muenkel said if they tied into
the Muskego sewer/water, the City of Muskego would have an intergovernmental agreement with
New Berlin approved by the Common Councils.
Elizabeth Leah, resident on Muskego Drive, questioned where the water lines were on the map.
Executive Director Muenkel pointed out the water lines that could eventually service the area. At this
point, he wasn’t sure what lots were on water or wells. Most of the maps do show the utility lines.
CDA Members Input
Commissioner LeClaire asked if the intergovernmental agreement was how the City of Muskego
would control what New Berlin does. Not necessarily, responded Executive Director Muenkel, as
New Berlin could do it all on their own.
Chairman Glazier noted on page 20 of the document, Hillendale was spelled wrong. Executive
Director Muenkel will make sure the document is complete at the next meeting.
Closing of Hearing
Chairman Glazier closed the public hearing at 6:40 p.m.
PUBLIC INPUT: As the whole city is concerned about the tree farm, Mr. Bueckers questioned if the tree
farm was included in the Downtown Redevelopment District #2. Executive Director Muenkel informed him
that it was included. However, there is no ongoing business regarding that parcel. (For the public’s
knowledge, Chairman Glazier explained that the CDA lists ongoing business on the agenda should
Executive Director Muenkel have some updated information to share with them.) Mr. Bueckers further
questioned if the CDA was considering having the parcel be something other than a tree farm. Chairman
Glazier stated that any parcel in the development district is on the CDA’s radar; however, at this time, they
don’t have any active discussions on the parcel.
ONGOING BUSINESS
Tess Corners Redevelopment District (#1) Implementation
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Executive Director Muenkel provided an update on the landscaping plan which mimics the street scaping of
the Janesville Road project. The estimated cost of the plan was $72,500 and includes the 10%
contingency. When the CDA first considered the plan, they had asked Graef to keep it under $100,000,
hoping to utilize monies leftover from the Janesville Road project. He shared that the items desired to be
added at the last meeting—more lighting and crosswalks would add about $79,000 for the lighting and for
the crosswalks $40,000 and $10,000 for the design work. He would be forwarding this information on to the
Common Council for possible future budgeting for the added lighting and crosswalks. Commissioner
Lefebvre moved to forward the landscaping plans on to the Common Council with the estimated
cost of $72,500. Commissioner Draeger seconded. Ald. Wolfe said to stick with the original plan and
leave the additional lighting and crosswalks for another time. Executive Director Muenkel will be sharing
these additional items for discussion at the Common Council level. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried.
Downtown Redevelopment District (#2) Implementation
Executive Director Muenkel discussed with the CDA members the rezoning request from the owner of DJs
Pub to go from RL-3 to DR-1. The reconstruction of Janesville Road will have an impact on this parcel and
in order to rebuild a commercial restaurant, a rezoning is required. If the CDA has any concerns, he’ll pass
them on to the Plan Commission and the Common Council. The CDA agreed that the proposed rezoning
makes sense as far as the Redevelopment Plan goals are concerned.
He announced that the former BP gas station on Janesville Road is now owned by Waukesha County and
the county may be willing to sell the parcel to the city. The Council reviewed this and was interested and is
awaiting word from the County Board. The CDA may have an interest in it in the future. Several options
were discussed on how the CDA would use the parcel as they could see potential in the acquisition.
Executive Director Muenkel shared that the work on Pioneer Drive is underway. Staff is looking to have
meetings with the property owners to discuss the reconstruction and get their input.
Council is still working on some of the way finding signage.
He is still having discussions with the bank on the loan program and should have more details within the
next few months.
Staff is still having discussions with landowners regarding utilizing TID-8 funds for the redevelopment of
their businesses. Again, the business owners are waiting to get more finalized plans from the county before
making any commitment.
Muskego Business Park Redevelopment District (#3) Implementation
Executive Director Muenkel said they are still doing business visits at least once a month. He drafted a
second survey for the business owners in the district to find out what the city could do to make the business
park better for them. He suggested having breakfast meetings with the owners again or invite them to
meetings in the evening to find out what the city can do. He asked the CDA members to submit comments
on the survey to him prior to sending it out. Commissioner LeClaire inquired if surveys had ever been sent
to the businesses that had left the park. Executive Director Muenkel stated that they had not although they
had talked to some of the larger businesses that had left the park.
Marketing Plan Implementation
Executive Director Muenkel shared that the Council had not approved the marketing plan and wanted some
minor modifications. Modifications concerned the sentences on a lake park and high density uses being
allowed.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
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Redevelopment District Development & Other Miscellaneous Information Updates
Executive Director Muenkel advised that next month, the CDA will have to determine if they need
additional monies in the budget next year. He announced that with the repayment of loans, the RLF
is up in funds, roughly $405,000. Extra promotion of this fund will be done this summer. The State is
looking at pulling communities together for these funds, making more dollars available.
Next Meeting Date
The next meeting date was set for Tuesday, July 17, 2012.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Commissioner Lefebvre moved for adjournment, Ald. Wolfe
seconded. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Stella Dunahee, CPS
Recording Secretary
CITY OF MUSKEGO
Public Safety Committee
Minutes
Approved
LOCATION: Muskego City Hall
W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
CALL TO ORDER
DATE: Wednesday, June 6, 2012
TIME: 6:00PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order at 6:02PM, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present were Aldermen Kert Harenda and Neome Schaumberg, Philip Kiedrowski and
James Mayer. Also present were Police Chief Paul Geiszler, T.C.F.D. Chief Carl
Wojnowski. Alderman Dan Soltysiak was also in attendance. Alderman Eileen Madden
was absent.
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
The meeting was properly posted publicly for viewing on Wednesday, May 30, 2012.
Public Appearance
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Jim Mayer made a motion to approve the February 15, 2012 minutes. Phil Kiedrowski
seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Updates from Police Department
Chief Geiszler had nothing significant to report.
Updates from Fire Department
Chief Wojnowski handed out the rescue run reports for 04/01/12 thru 05/31/12.
OLD BUSINESS
1. 911 Dispatch – Chief Geiszler advised that the City is moving in a positive
direction for obtaining our cellular 911 calls. He advised that the ity has spoken
with the Muskego City Attorney and the Waukesha County Corporation Counsel’s
Office reference our options. He advised that he believed the city was in a good
position and that the City of Waukesha Police Department is also now considering
taking their own 911 cellular calls.
2
NEW BUSINESS
1. Ski Ramp Signs – Deb Siri Johannes, a resident of Little Muskego Lake, advised
that she wanted to thank Alderman Harenda and the City of Muskego for working
with her and reported that the advertising on the Waterbugs’ ski ramp had been
removed. She also wanted to express concern reference the ramp moving in the
water when there is a storm. Alderman Harenda advised he would speak with
someone reference anchoring the ramp more securely in the future.
2. Fire Codes - Chief Wojnowski stated the fire department had no objections to the
proposed changes. Jim Mayer requested the matter be brought back to the next
meeting so he can look into the Sprinkler (32.13b) code changes. Mayer will be
looking at neighboring municipalities to see what their codes specify for sprinkler
system requirements. Mayer made a motion to table the item. Alderman
Schaumberg seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
3. Janesville Road Safety Update – Alderman Harenda asked if anyone had heard
of any problems with the Janesville Road construction project. No problems were
reported. However Jim Mayer questioned why the traffic lights at Moorland and
Janesville have been flashing. Chief Geislzer advised he would check with the
County to ascertain what the problem is.
4. No Parking Signs on the South side of Hillview from Lake to Hillside - Alderman
Soltysiak presented a map to the committee showing the area in question. He
also presented a letter with signatures of all the homeowners at the end of
Hillview Drive who are in favor of the proposed signs. After a small discussion on
helping to promote safety and safe passage for emergency vehicles, Phil
Kiedrowski made a motion to erect the signs. The committee recommended the
signs be placed on the south side of Hillview Drive and up to the first “No Parking”
sign west of the curves on Hillside Drive. Alderman Schaumberg seconded and
the motion carried unanimously. Chief Geiszler advised he would speak with
Superintendant Wayne Delikat reference posting the signs.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY
LAW
1. Next Meeting – Tentative date of Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 6:00PM.
2. Miscellaneous Business – The Mayor suggested a July meeting be held due to the
Fire Department Contract/Budget needing to be presented to the Finance
Department by August 1, 2012.
ADJOURNMENT
Jim Mayer made a motion to adjourn and Phil Kiedrowski seconded. Motion carried
unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 6:33PM.
3
Council Date JULY 24, 2012
Total Vouchers All Funds $701,920.94
Total Voucher Approval
Utility Vouchers (Approve Separately)
Water Vouchers $14,843.38
Water Wire Transfers
Total Water $14,843.38
Sewer Vouchers 325,372.19
Sewer Wire Transfers
Total Sewer $325,372.19
Net Total Utility Vouchers $ 340,215.57
#1 - Utility Voucher Approval
Tax Vouchers - Refunds & Tax Settlements (Approve Separately)
Tax Vouchers $
Tax Void Checks ( )**
Total Tax Vouchers $ -
#2 - Tax Voucher Approval
Total General Fund Vouchers (Approve Separately)
General Fund Vouchers $361,705.37
General Fund Void Checks ( )**
Total General Fund Vouchers $ 361,705.37
#3 - General Voucher Approval
Big Muskego Lake Vouchers $
Wire transfers (Approve Separately):
Tax Settlements $
Debt Service $
Miscellaneous $
#4 - Wire Transfers Approval
Void Checks Since Last Report
Check #Amount Check #Amount
128393 2,818.60 Water
128217 158.10
Total ***
Sewer
Total 2,976.70 *Total ***
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