PWM19770914• PUBLIC WELFARE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 14, 1977
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M. by Chairman Pienkos. Also
present were Committee Members Aldermen Van Lanen and Tomczyk, Mayor
Gottfried, Mr. John Eckroth, Mr. Frank Schultz, DNR, Mr. Tom Lawson,
• Assistant Attorney General, State of Wisconsin, Mr. Gerald Lee and
Aid. Wallner.
The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. Aid. Tomczyk
moved to approve same, seconded by Aid. Van Lanen, motion carried.
The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. Aid. Tomczyk moved
to approve same, seconded by Aid. Van Lanen, motion carried.
The matter of tornado warning system in the city and the consumption
of fermented malt beverage in city parks was deferred until the next
meeting 9/28/77.
Several citizens, representatives of the DNR and Mr. Lawson were present
at the meeting for the purpose of discussing odor problems emanating
• from the Muskego Rendering plant.
Mr. Forrestal, Consultant to Muskego Rendering Co., gave a brief history
of the rendering plant and odor problem in the area.
Mr. Tom Dawson of the Attorney General's Office briefly discussed his
role as intervener. He indicated that he had interviewed several people
involved and gathered information for the forthcoming hearing which had
been petitioned for by 103 people residing in the area. He noted his
major concerns were as follows: (1) how long has the problem gone on,
(2) what has been done to solve the problem and (3) when can the problem
be solved.
Discussion involving several citizens, representatives of the DNR and
Mr. Carl Wauer took place regarding the question as to whether the odor
problem was coming from the plant.or the disposal system. Representatives
of the DNR as well as Mr. Wauer advised the committee that in their
opinion the major problem emanated from a malfunctioning disposal system.
Several citizens from the area disagreed with this and gave examples
of why they felt the odor was emanating from the plant proper. Mr. Wauer
explained that they sent plans to the DNR in early July which have not
been approved as yet. Mr. Frank Schultz, representative from the DNR,
•advised the committee that review of the plans should be completed within
the week.
Mr. Wauer advised the citizens present that he would like to be notified
of odors and that he could be reached by calling 662-3636 during the
evening hours and 662-3616 during the daytime hours.
Additional discussion took place regarding why odors are more prevelant
• at night, what fines could be levied against Mr. Wauer and why trucks
carrying dead animals are not covered, etc.
The committee discussed the possibility of citing Mr. Wauer under
Section 10.03 of the Municipal Code - Public Nuisance. Aid. Tomczyk
moved to direct City Attorney Buckley to review the problems of odors
emenating from the rendering plant to determine whether or not there
is a violation of Section 10.03(9) of the Municipal Code. Seconded
by Aid. Van Lanen, motion carried.
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The committee again discussed complaints which have been received
• regarding the failure of the operators of the landfill to completely
cover all materials brought in before closing for the evening. Ald.
Tomczyk advised the committee that he will continue to monitor the
problem.
A communication from Mayor Gottfried directed to Mr. Don Otter of
Waste Management was read and placed on file. Mayor Gottfried
advised the committee he has not received a reply as yet. Mayor
Gottfried was directed to again contact Mr. Otter regarding the
necessity of emptying or covering all dumpsters at the end of the
day and on weekends in order to prevent odors and infestation by
rodents.
Ald. Pienkos and Ald. Van Lanen discussed their visit with Mr. Donald
Jorgenson of the State Highway Department regarding the committee's
request to have traffic lights installed on the intersection of
Highway 24 and Tess Corners Dr. and Highway 24 and Lannon Drive. Mr.
Jorgenson has indicated that he would be happy to appear before the
Safety Committee and the Welfare Committee for further input on the
_- =-matter. He reassured the committee that his department would continue
to monitor the intersections.
Report from the State of Wisconsin Weights --and Measures Dept. was
read and-placed=on-file. The -committee acknowledged -receipt of letter
from the Department of -Agriculture Trade & Consumer -Protection.
Letter from Mayor Gottfried to Herbert Ripley was read and placed on
file. Mr. Lee further explained the problems Mr. Scott Krause is
having in his efforts to install a holding tank -to serve four
residences to be -constructed at the end of Groveway Lane.
Mr. Lee discussed with the committee the problems he is experiencing
with a home located on Lake Drive. Be indicated that the home is
very old and is so low that it could not be served by Public Sewer.
As a result there is_a possibility -that some sewage may be entering
Little Muskego Lake. Mr. Lee indicated that the home may be subject
to condemnation which would rectify the problem.
Mr. Lee discussed with the committee a letter he received from the
Parkland Homeowners Association regarding deed restrictions and enforce-
ment. Mr. Lee, Mayor Gottfried and Attorney Buckley plan to discuss
the deed restrictions and enforcement. Mr. Lee will inform the Home-
owners Association President of the progress of the city's plans re-
garding deed restrictions and enforcement.
Ald. Pienkos moved to adjourn, seconded by Ald. Van Lanen, motion
carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,
Thomas G. Van Lanen, Secretary