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PUM19950119PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO MINUTES OF MEETING HELD THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 1995 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Sanders. Also present were Committee Members Woodard and D'Acquisto, Mayor De Angelis, Utility Superintendent Scott Kloskowski, Rich Eberhardt (Ruekert & Mielke), and those per the attached list. The Committee noted that the meeting was posted on Friday, January 13, 1995, in accordance with the Open Meeting Law. The Committee discussed the status of the following projects: Hillendale-North of HWY L Sewer and Water Project has been completed - final settlement is pending. Southeast Sewer Project Still awaiting MMSD & DNR approval of sewer plans. The City of Franklin will be submitting an amended resolution of support to be acted upon at their February meeting. Awaiting approval from State on submittal of plans for lift station on Loomis Road. Boxhorn, Groveway, Ryan Rich Eberhardt, Ruekert & Mielke presented the engineering plans 40 40" for the Boxhorn, Groveway, Ryan sewer project to three individual groups of affected property owners. After explanation of proposal, all affected property owners in attendance expressed desire to discuss the plan with their neighbors and inform Utility Superintendent Kloskowski of their decision for location of service prior to February's meeting. The affected property owners who had parcels that could be divided were encouraged to meet with the City's Plan Director on possible land divisions. Rich Eberhardt discussed with the property owners rough cost estimates putting emphasis on the fact that they were rough estimates for discussion purposes only. The Committee reviewed staff memorandum to file dated January 19, 1995, (attached) which addressed concerns in Ruekert & Mielke's letter of December 14, 1994. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to assess tax key #2252.941 (Kerkoff) as a corner lot with approximately 115 ft. of frontage. Seconded by Ald. Woodard, motion carried. The Committee discussed alternatives for assessment. The Committee discussed with Rich letter to be sent to residents of existing wells along the project Mystic Drive/Foxboro North Eberhardt the draft of the this project advising that all route will be tested. Construction of sewers nearing completion Public Utilities Committee - Page 2 41, January 19. 1995 Racine/Wo is )ad Water Loop Project Rich Eberhardt discussed with the Committee his correspondence of January 19, 1995, (attached) resulting from a meeting with Bert Kallister of Waukesha County Department of Transportation for the proposed watermain location in Janesville Road from Gemini Drive to Woods Road which addressed numerous requirements. Ald. Woodard moved to direct the City Engineers to meet with the developer of the Senior Housing project to advise of requirements. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. It is the City's intent to enter into a Subdivider's agreement with the developer of the Senior Housing project which will require them to install the watermain. from their property line on Woods Road, across their property to their entrance road, and run the internal lines out to Racine Avenue, across Racine Avenue to Jean Drive, make a connection at Jean Drive, and then proceed north on Racine Avenue to their north property line. The City will then extend the water main to Gemini Drive. Ald. D'Acquisto moved that the City will be responsible for the cost of the water main servicing the municipal buildings and also pay for the front foot assessment on Racine Avenue. Seconded by Ald. Woodard, motion carried. . Utility Superintendent will work with staff to determine property owners on Woods Road and Racine Avenue that will be affected by this project and those property owners will be invited to attend the February meeting. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENTS: Champion Villages (CCV) Engineer for the development will be submitted final plans for Ruekert & Mielke. Candlewood Creek Mr. David Ludwig and Mrs. Judy Strampe appeared before the Committee to express their concerns over lift station and sewer plans for the proposed Candlewood Creek Subdivision and how their property would be affected by proposed development. Mrs. Beth Lindberg, Towne Realty, also appeared to clarify their position. Parties were encouraged to continue toward a proposed solution and Mr. Ludwig and Mrs. Strampe were in agreement to work with Towne Realty. The Committee discussed the status of REC Allocation and noted that there are 1232 connections available. The Committee approved draft submitted to be sent to affected commercial properties regarding the City's proposed metering and request for their attendance at the February meeting to discuss. Public Utilities Committee - Page 3 January 19, 1995 The Committee reviewed status of repairs at McShane Lift Station and Utility Superintendent Kloskowski advised that the flow meter must be mounted in valve pit due to electrical interference from the new pump drives. The Committee discussed status of Waukesha County sewer project. The Committee discussed request to waive sewer connection for property on Hillendale, across from Mill Valley School. The petitioner, Mr. Michael Raboine, is interested in purchasing the property for a future Fireplace & Landscape Center and is requesting to waive the sewer connection requirement because of the distance and cost involved and to receive the City's approval to install another means of disposal such as mound, holding tank, etc. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to deny request. Seconded by Ald. Woodard, motion carried. Ald. Woodard moved to approve request for 73 RECs for the Deer Creek Development (Premier Development). Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to approve payment of Town of Norway 4th quarter charges for 1994 in the amount of $10,750.97. Seconded by . Ald. Woodard, motion carried. Ald. Woodard moved to approve the MMSD 4th quarter charges for 1994 in the amount of $158,765,62. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. The Committee discussed status of Well Site Investigation and it was noted that plans are to bid the project in late 1995 with construction in early 1996. The plans and specifications for the Water Reservoir Site are completed and bidding is scheduled for February. The Committee discussed status of Waukesha County Park Water project. Rich Eberhardt, Ruekert & Mielke, advised that they will need a 12" main from Janesville Road to the proposed new well site. Ald. D'Acquisto moved to direct the City Engineers to notify Waukesha County assuring them that it is the intent of the City of Muskego's Water Utility to reimburse them for the 12" main to be installed under the Waukesha County's water project. The City of Muskego's Utility is agreeable to permitting Waukesha County to request a variance from the 600' hydrant requirement from the DNR as the watermain will be run through grass areas in which there is no need for fire service. Seconded by Ald. Woodard, motion carried. Public Utilities Committee - Page 4 January 19, 1995 The Committee noted that the proposed ordinance amendment on cross connection control and well abandonment is presently being reviewed by the City Attorney. Utility Superintendent Kloskowski discussed with the Committee correspondence received from Mrs. Donna Czajka, W187 58628 Jean Drive, regarding damage to clothing as a result of problems with the water connection. Ald. Woodard moved to approve reimbursement of $132.99. Seconded by Ald. Sanders, motion carried. The Committee reviewed proposed PSC Rule change regarding tax equivalent for Municipal utilities. Ald. Sanders moved to recommend that a letter of support be sent to the PSC supporting Option I. Seconded by Ald. D'Acquisto, motion carried. There were no new submittals for sewer and water for the Champion Villages (CCV) development. The meeting adjourned at 11:20 P.M. We /ca 0�- Respectfully submitted, Ald. Domonic R. D'Acquisto Secretary ta Fav�= MCA v 4- lf�,g yip c���e��i �✓e, -:1-AAJ n of, IOk.