BMLCommM20011113`'- BIG MUSKEGO LAKE/BASS BAY PROTECTION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS (Approved 1/22/02)
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING HELD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2001
The meeting was called to order at 7:23 p.m. by Mayor De Angelis. Also present were
Commissioners Slocomb, Le Doux, Patterson, Petfalski, Salentine, Sanders, and
Wichgers, Deputy Commissioners Schweitzer and Bing, City Attorney Trindl, Clerk -
Treasurer Marenda, and Deputy Clerk Blenski.
The Clerk -Treasurer reported the meeting was noticed in accordance with the Open
Meeting Law.
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion and Possible Action - Purchase of Weed Cutter
Commissioner Slocomb stated a used weed cutter is available for purchase at a cost of
$9,500. He presented rationale to support the district's purchase of the equipment. The
lake is experiencing problems with cattail debris. A contractor was hired to perform
weed cutting this summer; however, only a minimal amount of work could be done
because the lake level was down. The cost to the district was $3,200. Now all the
contractors that do this type of work have put their equipment away for the season.
Commissioner Slocomb looked at the weed cutter with Deputy Commissioner
Schweitzer and Jay Erdman of the Little Muskego Lake District. All believed it was
worth purchasing. Volunteers would be required to perform the weed cutting; Mr.
Erdman agreed to assist with training. Deputy Commissioner Schweitzer expressed
support for the purchase comparing the cost of the minimal work that was done to what
the district would pay to own its own equipment.
Commissioner Salentine stated she is confident about the purchase if Mr. Erdman
looked at the equipment. His knowledge in this area has saved the Little Muskego Lake
District money.
Commissioner Petfalski asked about maintenance costs? Commissioner Slocomb
responded that the equipment would probably be used between 50 to 100 hours per
year. He anticipates 10 gallons of diesel fuel used per day. In addition, other minor
parts need to be maintained because of normal wear.
Commissioner Patterson expressed concern about who would be allowed to operate the
weed cutter. Commissioner Slocomb stated the deputy commissioners would manage
the equipment and use. Mr. Pilak noted there usually are not that many people that
volunteer. He does not anticipate any problems; use of the district boat provides a good
,�- example.
Commissioner Salentine moved to purchase the weed cutter at a cost of $9,500.
Commissioner Petfalski seconded; motion carried.
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November 13, 2001
VOUCHER APPROVAL
r" Commissioner Slocomb moved to approve voucher in the amount of $9,500.
Commissioner Sanders seconded. Motion carried 7-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Slocomb moved to adjourn at 7:40 PM. Commissioner Le Doux
seconded; motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Km
J K. Marenda, CIVIC
C Clerk -Treasurer
Secretary to the Board
BIG LAKE - VOUCHER APPROVAL
FOR PERIOD OF: 10/14/01 - 11/13/01
APPROVED VOUCHERS
VOUCHERS NEEDING APPROVAL
11/13/01 Ray Derringer 250.01.00.00.6602 used weed cutter 9,500.00
TOTAL: 99500.00