BMLM20130827-AnnualBIG MUSKEGO LAKE/BASS BAY PROTECTION AND Approved
REHABILITATION DISTRICT
MINUTES OF ANNUAL MEETING HELD AUGUST 27, 2013
Mayor Chiaverotti chaired the meeting and called it to order at 6:50 p.m.
Present were Commissioners Madden, Kubacki, Soltysiak, Glazier, Borgman,
Hammel and Wolfe, and Deputy Commissioners Len Pilak, Larry Schweitzer and Karl
Hoeppner, Conservation Coordinator Tom Zagar, Jim Jackley of the DNR, Finance
and Administration Director Sharon Mueller and Deputy Clerk Jill Blenski. Several
District residents were also present. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Deputy Clerk stated the meeting was noticed in accordance with the Open
Meeting Law.
PUBLIC HEARING ON 2014 BUDGET
Finance and Administration Director Sharon Mueller gave an overview of the
proposed 2014 budget. She noted the following:
Revenue — The proposed revenue generated for Public Services is expected
to remain the same for residents; $80 for on lake and $35 for off lake.
Expenditures — The only significant change to note is for the land purchases
for 2013 and 2014 which may not exceed $110,000.
Fund Balance — As a result of the land purchases the ending balance for the
district is projected to be approximately $54,000 as of December 31, 2014.
The public hearing was closed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF ANNUAL MEETING HELD AUGUST 28, 2012
Len Pilak moved to approve the August 28, 2012 minutes. Donna Keiffer
seconded; motion carried.
DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS' REPORT REGARDING STATUS OF LAKE
Deputy Commissioner Pilak presented the following:
• The unusual weather pattern has impacted the lake. Aquatic weeds have
increased lately on the Big Muskego Lake but are not as bad as in 2012
following the minimal snow that year. He noted the weeds are not too bad on
Bass's Bay.
• Several residents have reported the boat navigation on the lake has been
difficult due to the lily pad growth.
• The ospreys were successful this year — rearing one fledgling.
• Two young fledged from the eagle nest this year. The nesting however is
dead and they may need to re -nest elsewhere if it falls.
• Fishing is moderate.
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NEW BUSINESS
Review 2012 Audit and Approve Engagement Letter for 2013 Audit
Finance and Administration Director Mueller stated the Statement of Activities for the
year ended December 31, 2012 resulted in a net change of $7,841 which amounted
to a Net Asset of $161,873.
The audit opinion noted that the 2012 statements were presented fair and free of any
material missed statements.
Ms. Mueller requested approval of the Baker Tilly engagement letter to conduct the
2013 audit at a cost of $1,150, which does not represent an increase. Len Pilak
moved to approve. Kurt Klenz seconded; motion carried.
Adopt 2014 Budget as Presented
Karl Hoeppner moved for adoption. Conservation Coordinator Zagar explained
the expenditures for the land acquisitions. Last year the District agreed to put
$50,000 toward a DNR land purchase on the southwest side of Big Muskego Lake.
That money is expected to be transferred to DNR in 2013. The District is currently
considering financially participating in another DNR land acquisition with a $25,000
contribution.
Question from the audience: It was reported that the boat navigation on the Big Lake
is difficult due to the weed problem. Why is there a $30,000 reduction in the 2014
budget for weed control?
Mr. Zagar noted that the budgeted amount reflects the weed and goose control along
with the land purchases. About $16,000 is budgeted annually for weed control which
is the same as last year. So far this year $8,000 was spent on weed control and the
remaining funds are available if a fall treatment application is required. A question
came up about how treatment areas are chosen. It was noted that commonly used
navigation areas receive treatment priority.
Question from the audience: There was an inquiry about the lake regarding water
quality and lead in the sediment, wildlife, and fish.
Mr. Zagar explained that the city monitors all lakes for nutrients, algae and the
transparency of the water. In the spring other parameters are monitored including
the levels of some metals. The monitoring of the water typically has a very low level
of mercury or lead which is under detection limits. However these metals are known
to accumulate in fish and wildlife and can be measured. The fish in Wisconsin have
a mercury concern but it is more from air pollution and he wasn't aware of lead
concerns in fish. Lead shot has not been allowed for waterfowl hunting in many
years. Jim Jackley of the DNR noted that in 1995 a draw -down of the lake was
conducted and some geese had ingested some residual lead. He noted that lead in
sediments has been buried by newer sediment and is generally unavailable to
waterfowl.
Len Pilak seconded; motion carried.
Selection of 2014 Quarterly and Annual Meeting Dates
Larry Schweitzer moved to approve the following dates for the 2014 quarterly
meetings: January 28, March 25, June 24 and October 28 and to approve
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August 26 for the date for the annual meeting. Len Pilak seconded; motion
carried.
Election of Deputy Commissioners
Len Pilak, Tom Kies, Larry Schweitzer, Greg Burmeister and Karl Hoeppner were
nominated for the Depurty Commissioners positions. There were no other
nominations. Larry Schweitzer moved to close nominations and accept
nominees as the Deputy Commissioners. Len Pilak seconded; motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER BUSINESS
Conservation Coordinator Zagar noted that a Special Meeting of the Board of
Commissioners Big Muskego Lake/Bass Bay Protection and Rehabilitation District
will be held this evening.
ADJOURNMENT
Len Pilak moved to adjourn at 7:15 p.m. Larry Schweitzer seconded; motion
carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Recording Secretary
Kim Chavie