BMLCommM20030812BIG MUSKEGO LAKEIBASS BAY PROTECTION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS (Approved 10/2812003)
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING HELD TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2003
The meeting was called to order at 7:24 pm by Mayor Slocomb. Also present were
Commissioners Petfalski, Buckmaster, Damaske, Madden, Patterson, Salentine and Schroeder,
Attorney Trindl, Clerk -Treasurer Marenda, Deputy Clerk Blenski, and Deputy Commissioner
Kies. Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Clerk reported the meeting was noticed in accordance with the Open Meeting Law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Petfalski moved for approval of the 6/24/2003 and 7/22/2003 minutes.
Commissioner Buckmaster seconded; motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Recommendation to Amend By -Laws - Voucher Approval Limit
Mayor Slocomb stated a number of special meetings have been required to obtain approval for
the payment of vouchers that exceed $500. Commissioner Schroeder moved to recommend
that Article V, Section 5, No. 3 of the By -Laws be amended to change the limit of an item the
treasurer may pay upon approval of the chairman or Finance Director from $500 to $1,000.
Commissioner Salentine seconded. Motion carried 7-0.
Consider Petition of Homes by Towne of Big Muskego Estate for Attachment
The Mayor stated that a letter dated July 23, 2003 was received from Homes by Towne of Big
Muskego Estates requesting that the development be included in the district as "off lake"
parcels. Commissioner Salentine moved to approve. Commissioner Madden seconded.
Commissioner Patterson asked if the attachment could have any negative effects.
Commissioner Salentine stated if anything, it was positive. Mayor Slocomb noted that if a
significant number of off -lake parcels are added to a district, it could be dissolved if a majority
voted to do so. Commissioner Schroeder asked for privilege of the floor to allow input from Mr.
Kies. There was no objection. Mr. Kies believed the attachment was positive and the deputy
commissioners would recommend approval. Commissioner Petfalski requested to abstain
because of his business relationship with Towne. Motion carried with 6 in favor and
Commissioner Petfalski abstaining.
There were no vouchers to approve or other business to come before the Commissioners.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Petfalski moved to adjourn at 7:33 p.m. Commissioner Madden seconded;
motion carried.
(Minutes taken and transcribed by Deputy Clerk Blenski.)
Respectfully submitted,
Y
n K. Marenda, CMC
rk-Treasurer
Secretary to the Board