PSCM20011001PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO APPROVED
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2001.
Chairman Patrick Patterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Present were Committee Members Ald. Rick Petfalski and Ald. Chuck Wichgers. Also
present were Engineering and Building Director Sean McMullen, Public Works
Superintendent Wayne Delikat, Chief John Johnson and those per the attached list.
Ald. Patterson noted the meeting was posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law.
REVIEW OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: The Committee reviewed the
minutes of the September 5, 2001, meeting. Ald. Petfalski moved to approve the minutes
as presented. Ald. Wichgers seconded and motion carried unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Update on status of Condemnations/Citations-Parkland Mall Demolition Permit —
Nothing new to report.
Status of Recycling/Refuse — Roy Nickelbine of Calvary Lutheran Church was present
to request the City waive the Refuse and Recycling bill that was sent to the church.
Calvary church contracts a private company to pick up garbage and recycling and does
not use the City's service. The pastor brings his garbage up to the church's dumpster. He
also stated they never received a recycling bin from BFI. Superintendent Delikat reported
several other commercial property owners have the same request. Ald Patterson stated
that in past years several residents including a church asked the committee to waive the
fee and their request was denied. Ald. Patterson noted that when the City negotiates a
price with BFI they take all the residents into consideration. If someone opts not to use
this service the city is still paying for them. Aid. Petfalski moved to deny waving the
fee, seconded by Aid. Wichgers. Motion carried unanimously. Superintendent
Delikat will meet with commercial property owners to let them know the policy stands.
Mr. Nickelbine of Calvary Church will let Superintendent Delikat know if he will need a
recycling bin.
Superintendent Delikat reported 8 complaints for September.
Garbage Pickup missed 3
Recycling pickup missed 3
Recycling bin not received 2
Status of Cable TV - Nothing new to report.
Status of proposed policy for traffic calming — Nothing new to report.
Status of skateboarding & Trespassers/Muskego Centre — Chief Johnson reported he
has not received many complaints of skateboarders in the Muskego Centre and the
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leLibrary. Officers have been told to keep an eye out for skateboarders and are doing so.
Superintendent Delikat reported there has been no additional damage to the Library
property. Ald. Patterson asked that this item be removed from the agenda pending future
complaints.
Status of request for speed reduction / Parker Drive (north) — Based on Chief
Johnson's traffic study it's his recommendation that the road itself tends to slow traffic
because of a curve. Aid. Wichgers moved to deny reducing the speed limit on Parker
Drive. Aid. Petfalski seconded, motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion on Coyotes — Rick Lein of the DNR was present to discuss coyotes in the
Plum Creek East subdivision after a resident informed the City that she has seen coyotes
in her backyard and is afraid for her child's safety. Mr. Lein does not feel that coyotes are
a problem in this area. He informed the committee that in Wisconsin there has never
been a confirmed case of coyotes attacking people. He did say that coyotes are wild
animals and should be treated with respect. The reason California has a greater problem
with coyotes is because they do not allow hunting or trapping. If the animal is hunted or
trapped they will have a fear of people. In urban areas where there is no hunting or
trapping allowed the animals develop a tolerance of people. Mr. Lein informed the
• committee that coyotes usually travel in packs of 2, 3, or 4, and there territory can vary
with food supply.
Mr. Lein gave several tips on preventing problems:
- Hunt or trap coyotes where allowed
- Do not feed coyotes
- Remove bird feeders, these can also create a lure for coyotes that feed on small
animals.
- Keep garbage cans sealed
- Do not let cats and dogs run free, keep them on a leash
- If you see a coyote flash lights, make loud noises. Mr. Lein does not suggest
throwing stones because harassment of wildlife is prohibited.
The USDA Wildlife Services (1-800-433-0688) is an agency that deals with nuisance
animals. Experts are available to help answer questions. Mr. Lein also left with the
committee a referral book of the Wisconsin Trappers Association if a property owner is
interested in hiring a trapper.
Request stop sign on Lions Park at Kellv Dr. for speed reduction on Lions Park
Drive between Janesville and Pioneer — Chief Johnson's is not aware of any accidents
on Lions Park Dr. He does not feel that a stop sign will slow traffic. Chief Johnson will
look at this road and will place officer enforcement in the area and report back next
meeting.
• Discuss required sienage for entrance to Ouietwood Subdivision — Janesville Rd.
/Martin Drive. — Ald. Patterson was concerned with the traffic on Daisy at Martin Dr.
Traffic coming down Daisy thinks they have the right of way. Superintendent Delikat
placed a temporary stop sign on Daisy at Martin per Ald. Patterson's request. Director
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• McMullen informed the committee that signs will come out of the developer's letter of
credit. Aid. Wichgers moved to place a stop sign on the T intersect on Daisy Dr. at
Martin Dr. Seconded by Aid. Petfalski, motion carried unanimously.
Communication and any other business as authorized by law - None.
Being no further business to discuss, Aid Wichgers moved to adjourn the meeting,
seconded by Aid. Petfalski. Carried by all and meeting adjourned at 8:15PM.
Respectfully ubmitted,
Kellie Renk, Recording Secretary
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