PCM20031007 PH MEINERZ MINI-STORAGE
CITY OF MUSKEGO
PLAN COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES
October 7, 2003
Muskego City Hall, Muskego Room, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
To consider a petition for the grant of a Conditional Use for mini-warehouse and storage
at the property legally known as Parcel 1 of CSM 9249, being a part of the NW ¼ of the SE
¼ of Section 25, and a part of the NE ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 25, T5N R20E, City of
Muskego, Waukesha County, Wisconsin (Tax Key No. 2259.995.004 / Loomis Drive).
PRESENT
Mayor Slocomb, Alderman Madden, Commissioners Hulbert, Schaumberg, Brodel, Michalski,
Plan Director Turk and Recording Secretary Asti.
ABSENT
Commissioner Stinebaugh
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Slocomb declared the Public Hearing open at 7:00 p.m.
Plan Director Turk stated that petitioner is proposing to construct four storage buildings, each
being 4,000 square feet in size. This proposal would require a rezoning approval from
Common Council to rezone from RSE, Suburban Residence and A, Agriculture to B-4, Highway
Business. It would also require an amendment to the 2010 Comprehensive Plan. A Public
Hearing is scheduled for these items for October 14, 2003. The Public Hearing tonight is for
approval of a Conditional Use Grant. Petitioner and staff have met to discuss the outstanding
issues. The site layout has a number of concerns that need to be addressed and petitioner will
be submitting revised plans. This proposal conforms to the dimensional requirements of this
zoning district. The landscape plan has several conflicting items that will need to be resolved.
Plan Director Turk has suggested that this item be deferred with no action taken until the Public
Hearing is held on October 14.
Ms. Nancy Meinerz stated that the list of issues has been addressed and she will be submitting
revised plans this week. Ms. Meinerz said that she visited with surrounding neighbors and the
majority did not have a problem with this concept. She gave a brief presentation on location of
facility in relation to the surrounding neighbors. She is proposing four buildings, each one will
be 40’ x 95’. There will be computerized security gates that will be able to determine who
entered, how long they were on the premises and when they leave. Ms. Meinerz compared this
proposal to her existing warehouse facility and feels that the amount of people on the property
along with additional traffic will be minimal. She feels this is a good way to merge the
residential and business in this area.
Mayor Slocomb asked for members in the audience to address the Commission with their input
of concerns, questions, comments, etc.
Mr. Skip Bartes, S98 W12878 Loomis Drive, stated that he has a signed petition opposing this
proposal. The petition was not submitted or placed on file. Mr. Bartes said that the neighbors
were not in favor of a zoning change. He believes this business will bring excessive traffic,
security issues, and the lighting, fencing and gates will give the appearance of a confinement
Plan Commission Public Hearing Minutes, continued
October 7, 2003
facility. In his opinion, property values would be impacted. He stated this area does not need a
third storage facility. Opposes this proposal.
Mr. Mike Watson, 7709 West Ryan, Franklin, shares a driveway with Ms. Meinerz’s existing
warehouse facility. He stated that there have been no problems with traffic, lighting, or
fencing. The property is kept very clean and the landscaping surrounds the perimeter. Ms.
Meinerz keeps a very professional business.
Ms. Peggy Counter, S98 W13259 Loomis Drive, does not have a problem with this facility. The
neighbors she has talked with are in favor of this proposal.
Chairman Slocomb noted that Mr. Chris Krause, Muskego Lakes Country Club, left a voice
message in the Plan Department stating that he is not in favor of this proposal. He feels this
storage facility could be built in the Business Park. There is an existing facility in this area
already. He would like to see some other development in this area. He opposes this proposal.
Mayor Slocomb stated this matter would be heard through a resolution under New Business
later this evening. There being no further questions or comments, the Public Hearing was
adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra S. Asti
Recording Secretary
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