PWM19891011PUBLIC WELFARE COMMITTEE - CITY OF MUSKEGO
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD OCTOBER 11, 1989
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 P.M. by Chairman
Patterson. Also present were Committee Member Simmons and those
per the attached list.
The Committee reviewed Recycling. A discussion was held as to
the hours of operation and tin collection. The Committee
requests that a letter be sent to Waste Management as to
separation of tin and reason for loss of revenue. Karen Fiedler,
Waukesha County Recycling Coordinator, stated that Waste
Management could deliver tin to the Waukesha County Incinerator
site as long as they present weight ticket. It is also requested
that in the letter to Waste Management a suggestion be included
that a sign be placed at the landfill site stating, "Muskego
Encourages Recycling" and question whether Waste Management would
have any objections.
The Committee discussed distribution of funds from Recycling to
organizations. The first cash distribution will be among the
first groups that worked the collection days. Ald. Simmons moved
to try to secure enough organizations so that there will be
twelve; one for each month. Future cash distribution to be made
• every six months (January thru June and July thru December) and
split equally between the six affected organizations for that
period of time. An article will also be sent to the local paper
informing the amount of recycling materials collected after each
collection period. Seconded by Ald. Patterson, motion carried.
The Committee discussed means of promotion for the Recycling
effort. Karen Fielder indicated that Waukesha County Recycling
would print a brochure listing the dates and organizations
sponsoring Muskego's recycling which could be inserted with the
tax bills. The Committee also talked about the possibility of
putting a notice in Parks & Recreation brochure as a means of
promotion as it is distributed to all residents.
The Committee discussed Youth Activities. Karen Reith presented
a rough draft of a letter she felt could be sent to City
organizations and local churches. The first Saturday of the
year, January 6, will be the starting date. A dance is scheduled
for that date and contacts with various community organizations
will be made. It was mentioned that the Cable Club has a meeting
with various churches in Muskego and it was suggested that a
representative be there to discuss the upcoming events. A
revised letter will be drafted to be sent to all community
organizations, churches, and Parent/Teachers Organizations.
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The Committee reviewed status of Cable TV public access
equipment. A discussion was held as to maintenance of cable club
equipment and the following list was submited:
Camera - weak chroma
- won't stay in focus when zooming
- electric view finder picture jumps
Recorder - noisy operation
- cable to camera causes intermittent video
- recorder shuts down completely during recording
(usually during warm weather)
The Committee determined that the City is responsible for
equipment that is broken or damaged, not general maintenance or
need of new equipment. It is felt that there is need for
maintenance of existing equipment or new equipment. Ald.
Patterson moved that a letter be sent to Reid Ingersoll informing
him that based on the agreement outlined in Resolution #243-84,
the Committee feels that the equipment is wearing out, not due to
any negligence, and that we would like this matter addressed as
soon as possible. Seconded by Ald. Simmons, motion carried. The
Committee noted that Reid Ingersoll's absence made it difficult
to address the above concern and request that he be present at
the November meeting.
The Committee reviewed a bill submitted by Mr. Ken Hahn, W170
58148 Green Street, in the amount of $19.24 for expenses incurred
to restore lawn to its original condition after Cable Club
installed a master line through property. The Committee
requested that a letter be sent to Mr. Reid Ingersoll, with a
copy of bill, requesting that this bill be paid and that Mr.
Ingersoll include apololgy for the inconvenience.
The Committee reviewed Muskego Landfill Gate Yards reports for
the past several years.
The Committee reviewed correspondence from City Clerk regarding
HUD P2-37 Program. The Committee has determined that they do not
wish to participate in the HUD P2-37 Program, and recognize that
there would be a conflict with the Waukesha County Block Program.
The meeting adjouned at 8:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Ald. William T. Simmons
ca Secretary