BMLDDM20070716
APPROVED
BIG MUSKEGO LAKE/BASS BAY PROTECTION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT
DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING HELD JULY 16, 2007
Deputy Commissioner and Chair Len Pilak called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm. Also present were
Deputy Commissioners Larry Schweitzer, Tom Kies, Greg Burmeister, and Dennis Paulson.
Conservation Coordinator Tom Zagar was also present.
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Len Pilak stated that the meeting was posted in accordance with the open meeting law.
APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING’S MINUTES – Larry Schweitzer moved to approve the
minutes of the October 23, 2006 meeting. Seconded by Greg Burmeister, and carried by all.
VOUCHER APPROVAL – There were no vouchers to approve.
OLD BUSINESS
STATUS OF REHABILITATION AND ONGOING PROJECTS
Greg told the group that he and Tom Kies attempted to remove old pier pilings from Bass Bay
lakebed.
Dennis Paulson reported that a group of duck hunters volunteered & conducted a lake cleanup
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on May 19 . They removed duck blind debris that was left behind. This was the third
consecutive year of the cleanup and the amount of debris was still considerable.
Greg further indicated a need for cleanup of Pilak Creek. A date was set for Deputy
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Commissioners and other volunteers to meet at 9 am on Saturday August 4 for a cleanup of
the creek between the lake and Woods Road.
DISCUSS EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL COVERAGE & MGT. FOR 2007
Tom Zagar noted that about 5 acres of milfoil coverage on the lake were chemically treated
but that a survey of Bass Bay showed no need for treatment. The milfoil was pale, weak, and
covered with algae – not susceptible to treatment. It was not dominating as in past years. It
was noted that if it begins growing robustly it will be treated later in the year. Len and Tom
will monitor the condition of Eurasian water milfoil.
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSS ANNUAL AGENDA MEETING ITEMS
Len noted that its been 10 years since the lake has been refilled following restoration.
Presentation at annual meeting should highlight the continued success. Dennis said he would
provide photos of the lake cleanup. Len suggested discussion of goose control measures.
Deputy Commissioners reported a large number of Canada geese inhabiting shorelines/yards
of homeowners on Bass Bay and areas such as Groveway Lane on Big Muskego.
Tom Zagar noted that alternative strategies to a settling basin were being explored for
reducing downstream sedimentation should pumping be needed to dewater the lake in future
lake restoration efforts. An update on this topic would be part of the presentation.
DRAFT BUDGET FOR 2008
The Deputy Commissioners were given a draft of the budget as presented:
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE BIG MUSKEGO LAKE/BASS BAY
PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT
Notice is hereby given that at the Annual Meeting of the Big Muskego Lake/Bass Bay Protection and Rehabilitation
District to be held on Monday, August 27, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. at the Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue,
a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED BUDGET will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for
inspection at City Hall in the Clerk-Treasurer's office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The
following is a summary of the proposed 2008 Budget.
Janice Moyer, Clerk-Treasurer
2008
2007 PROPOSED %
BUDGET BUDGET CHANGE
GENERAL FUND
Revenues
Grant Revenue $ 10,000 $ -
Public Charges for Services $ 27,985 $ 28,265
Commercial Revenues 1,100 -
$ 39,085 $ 28,265 -27.7%
Appropriation of Fund Balance $ 23,375 $ 14,090
Total Available Funds $ 62,460 $ 42,355
Expenditures - Conservation:
Salaries and Benefits $ 3,427 $ 3,780
Legal and Professional 2,700 2,700
Water Quality Monitoring 3,933 2,000
Postage, Office Expenses and Other 5,400 4,875
Future Projects-Weed Control & Basin Design 42,000 24,000
$ 57,460 $ 37,355 -35.0%
Designated Fund Bal/Land Conservancy $ 5,000 $ 5,000
Transfer to Special Revenue Fund $ - $ -
$ 62,460 $ 42,355
ALL GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS Undesignated Undesignated
Fund Total Transfer Fund
Balance Total Expenditures/ In Balance
January 1, 2008 Revenues Reserve Fnd Bal (Out) Dec. 31, 2008
General Fund $ 18,682 $28,265 $ 42,355 $ - $ 4,592
Special Revenue - - - - $ -
$ 18,682 $28,265 $ 42,355 $ - $ 4,592
Property tax Levy: The District did not and will not levy taxes to finance 2007 or 2008 operations.
* Additional $80,000 designated for Land Conservancy.
PLEASE NOTE: It is possible that members of and possibly a quorum of members of other governmental bodies of the
municipality may be in attendance at the above-stated meeting to gather information; no action will be taken by any
governmental body at the above-stated meeting other than the governmental body specifically referred to above in this notice.
Also, upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids
and services. For additional information or to request this service, contact the Clerk-Treasurer, Muskego City Hall,
(262) 679-5625.
There was discussion some about the assessments for on-lake and off-lake property owners
that it had not change in at least 10 years. It was agreed that at this time, no changes in
assessment were needed. After some discussion of budgeted amounts no recommendations
were made to change the proposed budget draft. Larry moved to recommend approval of the
2007 budget. Seconded by Tom Kies, and carried by all.
SCHEDULING OF LAKE TOUR FOR COMMISSIONERS
Tom Z. noted that a least 3 Commissioners (Aldemen), the Mayor, and the City Administrator
will meet at 6 pm at Boxhorn launch on Wednesday July 18 to tour the lake. Dennis Paulson
volunteered to guide some on his boat. Greg Burmeister will utilize his boat and Tom Zagar
will drive the Lake District boat.
DISCUSS OTHER POTENTIAL PROJECTS
Tom Zagar explained a possible wetland restoration project for City owned lands in the
watershed of the Sandy Beach tributary to Bass Bay. The lands were dedicated to the City
from subdivision developments and currently are mostly covered with weedy nonnative
vegetation. Len spoke of the goose nuisances. Tom Zagar explained that the USDA had a
program in which geese are captured, euthanized, and processed for food pantries. He will
provide Len with contact information.
ADJOURNMENT
Tom Kies moved to adjourn, seconded by Greg, and carried by all. Meeting ended at 6:58pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Tom Zagar