PUM19991018PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE MEETING — CITY OF MUSKEGO Approved
Minutes of Meeting Held Monday, October 18, 1999
The meeting was called to order at 7-10 p.m. by Chairman David Sanders. Present were
• Mayor David De Angelis and Committee members Ald. Mark Slocomb, Ald. William Le Doux.
And Utility Supt. Scott Kloskowski, (and those per attached list). Also present were Finance
Director Dawn Gunderson and Ruekert-Mielke representative Richard Eberhardt.
It was noted by Ald. Sanders that the meeting was posted in accordance with the Open
Meeting Law.
There was no need for CLOSED SESSION this evening.
Review Minutes of Previous Meeting — Ald. Sanders moved to place on file the minutes of
the September 20, 1999, September 29, 1999 and October 12, 1999 meetings as presented.
vvayne Salentine and Reno Berg appeared regarding the Park Estates Subdivision sewer
and water improvements. Mr. Richard Eberhardt, of Ruekert-Mielke reported everything
looked fine on the improvements to this subdivision. Scott's review also reflected same.
Aid. Sanders moved to approve Park Estates Subdivision improvements. Aid.
Slocomb seconded. Motion carried by all.
Water ty Budget 2000
Finance UtiliDirector Dawn Gunderson presented and summarized the Water Utility Budget for
2000. Water utility rates are not recommended to be increased at this time. Ms. Gunderson
advised that she would be working with Don Vilione about the possibility of restructuring the
debt schedule at which the Water Utility is paying back the City for prior year advances.
Wage increases, well testing, well head protection, etc. are reasons to increase the budget.
• Well head protection for Well No. 2 was a concern discussed. Also expense for laser printer
for Sewer/Water Dept. was questioned. Ms. Gunderson stated the City possibly will be
looking at a rate increase in the future, but adding new customers will help.
Aid. Slocomb moved to recommend approval of the Water Budget as presented. Aid.
Sanders seconded. Scott stated there was no work scheduled regarding wells at this time,
and discussed status of wells that would be looked at next year Motion carried by all.
Sewer Utility Budget 2000
Ms. Gunderson presented and summarized the Sewer Utility Budget for 2000. Ms.
Gunderson stated they are not recommending any rate changes at this time. Odor control
and rehab of manholes line items were discussed. City subsidies were reduced. Long term
debt and capital improvements were discussed. $250,000 planned for manhole rehab.
Mayor De Angelis stated the Capital budget of $10,000.00 for cabling for water and sewer
budgeting should be reflected, but seem not to appear in budget. Scott stated he thought it
was included in the Operating Budget for both utilities, but would verify after further review of
budget.
Aid. Sanders moved to amend Sewer and Water Budgets to add an additional
$2,500.00 figure to each utility for cabling expenses. Aid. Slocomb seconded. Motion
carried by all.
Ms. Gunderson left for the evening at this time.
STATUS OF PROJECTS — At this time, Mr. Richard Eberhardt gave report on status of City
• projects, as follows:
Hillendale Water Proiect
Mr Eberhardt stated there is a pre -construction meeting scheduled for Thursday regarding
this project. Scott reported letter was sent to owner of barn, and stated he felt the owner did
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not want the barn torn down. Laterals and pricing of laterals were discussed. He stated all
• other projects seemed to be moving along. The parks garage on Pioneer Dr was discussed.
EPI Lift Station
Mr Eberhardt stated unfortunately the EPI Lift Station plans had just been sent to MMSD
today.
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Scott explained letter was received from St Leonard Congregation regarding proceeding with
the design and construction. The Church has funds for current design, but does not have the
funding for construction . Mayor stated as City gets billed, the Church will get billed. Aid.
Sanders moved to have R&M design relocation of the sewer not to exceed cost of
$16,980.00 for sewer and water main expenses, to add design Aid. Slocomb
seconded. Motion carried by all.
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Mr Eberhardt discussed lateral assessment. Ald. Slocomb moved to correct the
assessment roll to reflect that no lateral was installed on TKN 2257.988. Aid. Le Doux
seconded. Motion carried by all.
Scott explained 14 cards were sent out to the residents indicating a public informational
meeting could be held regarding any questions that might occur regarding the sewer project
• for the south side of Woods Road. Scott stated four (4) cards were received back at this
time. Aid. Slocomb requested a meeting with Rich Eberhardt, Scott Kloskowski and
residents. Scott K., will coordinate.
Further Discussion on Forced Hook -Ups
Mr Eberhardt submitted updated cost breakdown of the Jones forced hook-up. Mayor De
Angelis stated the actual cost exceeded the estimated cost. Aid. Slocomb moved to
approve payment to contractor for amount billed and to review the letter to Jones
regarding the cost. Aid. Sanders seconded. Motion carried by all. Mayor De Angelis
stated a special meeting at 6:45 p.m., October 26, 1999 would be held to further review the
letter to Mr Jones.
Mr Eberhardt left for the evening at this time.
Status of Town of Norway Contract
Mayor DeAngelis stated a meeting would be held at 5:20 p.m., October 21, 1999 regarding
this issue.
Status of Connections — Holz Drive Sewer Project
Mayor De Angelis stated Peggy Mertz was the last property to connect on Holz Drive. Scott
stated Al Biwer will be reporting back on status. Aid. Sanders moved to defer this item to
the special meeting of next Tuesday. Aid. Le Doux seconded. Motion carried by all.
• i,ommon uouncu wMea urainance 991 and requested work start to amend billing method for
2001 Aid. Sanders moved to direct Consultants to review rate structure and suggest a
revision to Chapter 21. Aid. Le Doux seconded. Motion carried by all.
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. Further Discussion on Hi View Connections
Aid. Sanders moved to defer the issue of Hi View Sewer until next month. Aid.
Slocomb seconded. Motion carried by all.
Mayor ue Hngeus aiscussea unme Lac agreements and proposed to send this to New
Berlin. Aid. Le Doux moved to send agreement to New Berlin for review and
recommendation. Aid. Sanders seconded. Motion carried by all.
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Scott reported on the site visit and stated City of Cedarburg has not had an odor complaint
after the six (6) month installation/adjustment period. Aid. Slocomb moved to direct Scott
to have engineers write specifications for the odor control facility for McShane Lift
Station. Aid. Le Doux seconded. Motion carried by all.
Review Request for Extension of WCA District — Candlewood Creek - Nothing to report.
Engineer Fees - Sablich - Aid. Slocomb moved to deny the request of Mr. Sablich for
payment of his engineer's bill. Aid. Sanders seconded. Motion carried by all.
No quarteny Dun was received, although Scott reported a letter was received from the Town of
Norway regarding billing corrections, and the City of Muskego will be refunded for incorrect
charges.
• Aid. Sanders moved to approve MMSD billing of $134,875.72. Aid. Slocomb seconded.
Motion carried by all.
Discussion was held regarding Pellmann water assessment. Mayor De Angelis questioned a
controlled access assessment policy, and feels changes need to be made to be more
specific on how it works for watermain assessment, and certain non -assessable cost
provisions rather than assessment.
Review Proposal for Meter Reading Equipment
Scott reported that new meter reading equipment is being looked at and submitted proposal
of highlights of costs. Neptune is compatible with equipment, Badger suspended licenses at
this time. Scott proposes purchasing Neptune data collector Meters need to be replaced
about every 10 years. Aid. Sanders moved to approve the purchase of the Neptune data
collector software including training at $5,000.00. Aid. Slocomb seconded. Motion
carried by all.
ADJOURNMENT — Being no further business to discuss, Aid. Slocomb moved to adjourn
at 9:42 p.m. Aid. Sanders seconded. Carried by all.
Res tfully�'submitted,
• Recording Secretary
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