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Conservation Commission -Minutes-20061204 Conservation Commission Approved City of Muskego Minutes of Meeting Held on Monday, December 4, 2006 Acting Chairman Sharon Roy called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance Present: Ms. Sharon Roy, Mr. Howard Schneider, Mr. Ted Decker, Alderman Bob Melcher, Ms. Karen Hartwell, and Conservation Coordinator Tom Zagar. Also present were Wayne Salentine and Tim Baseler. Absent: Chairman Len Pilak. The meeting was posted on November 28, 2006 in accordance with the open meeting law. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES – A motion was made by Sharon Roy to approve the Conservation Commission minutes of September 25, 2006; seconded by Howard Schneider and carried by all. OLD BUSINESS EROSION CONTROL PROJECT ON HOLZ ISLAND – LITTLE MUSKEGO LAKE Conservation Coordinator Zagar advised that he met with Faye Amerson a few weeks ago and they had walked the property that consists of a one acre wooded island on Little Muskego Lake. Detailed notes were taken of soil erosion issues that need to be done. It was originally planned to contract this project out, but after reviewing proposals, it was determined that Tom would work with Faye Amerson who works for the DNR and is a representative of the Little Muskego Lake District, to survey the property and come up with a plan. This plan will then be sent to the DNR for approval and, if approved, the City will go out for bids for the projects that cannot be accomplished in-house. The Committee decided to go directly to New Business to accommodate the guests at the meeting. NEW BUSINESS REVIEW LAND DIVISION OF BASELER PROPERTY ON CROWBAR ROAD (SECTION 7) Conservation Coordinator Zagar explained that this property is listed on the City’s Conservation Priority Map as low priority. It is in the northwest part of the City and is a relatively small wooded lot. Wayne Salentine, representing the landowner, explained that it is a 17-1/2 acre site and the required zoning will be rural country estate. Perk tests were done and they were able to locate a perk test on lot 2 and large lot in the center. They are attempting to pull the cul de sac out of the woods. There are no electrical towers, just lines crossing. Tom noted that he had discussed with various staff members and it was felt that minimizing the removal of trees to accommodate the homes would be recommended. He recommends that a notation be placed on the Certified Survey Map to minimize removal of trees. The rural cross section road will be built to city specifications. Mr. Decker felt that someone has to walk the area and then come up with a building pad for each home. Ald. Conservation Commission Meeting December 4, 2006 Page 2 Melcher moved to approve the land division for lot two and lot three subject to submitting building pads that are compact enough to conserve as many trees as possible. Seconded by Howard Schneider, motion carried. OLD BUSINESS (continued) CONSERVATION EASEMENT FOR THE RIDGES CONSERVATION LANDS LOCATED IN THE SE ¼ OF SECTION 6. Conservation Coordinator Zagar pointed out the Ridges on his conservation maps. This easement is a dedication made to the City through the development. This consists of approximately 27 acres. There is no public access to the property. Mr. Ron Ford, Muskego Lakes Land Conservancy has been asking the City to put a conservation easement on this property so that it remains intact. The City is waiting for response from the attorney regarding proposed easement. DISCUSS IMPLEMENTATION OF MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TREE MITIGATION. Conservation Coordinator Zagar stated that he and Bill Miller are working on a draft for the Committee’s review. Some thoughts would be to mitigate elsewhere, do wetland restoration, prairie restoration, or even a payment made in lieu of value of tree to fund management and enhancement of other areas in the City. He requested that the Committee review and come up with suggestions. DEVELOPMENT OF ENGEL CONSERVATION AREA Conservation Coordinator Zagar updated the committee that the wetland reserve program (northern tier) is enrolled in the Federal USDA program and is 90% completed. They have made scrapes and blocked ditches that drain to the north, plugging ditches at ends and will be diverting an artesian well to keep it wet longer period of time. Tom noted that he has the seed ready for the restoration prairie but has not been able to plant because of the excessive wet weather. As soon as it freezes, he will then be able to dormant seed. Tom also noted a new section of land has been dedicated to the City for wetland restoration. He noted that the Muskego School District is looking to provide more ball fields and the City may be able to assist in wetland mitigation. DISCUSS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CITY OF MUSKEGO CONSERVATION PLAN UPDATE Conservation Coordinator Zagar distributed additional maps that are part of the draft Conservation Plan Update. He noted that chapter 4 (Inventory) and chapter 7 (Plan) are the most important areas to be reviewed. He looks forward to receiving the committee’s recommendations. MISCELANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW Ald. Melcher noted that Mr. Niebler is marking trees on the Waste Management site and he feels that it would be good for the committee to meet with him in the near future. Sharon Roy showed student submittals for the logo for the Conservation Plan. After initial review, it was decided to defer any recommendation at this meeting. Conservation Commission Meeting December 4, 2006 Page 3 ADJOURNMENT Being no further business to discuss, Karen Hartwell moved to adjourn. Seconded by Ald. Melcher and carried by all. Meeting adjourned at 7:57 PM. Respectfully submitted, Cathie M. Anderson Transcribing Secretary