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Parks and Conservation-Packet 05132024CITY OF MUSKEGO PARKS AND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE AGENDA 05/13/2024 5:00 PM Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE NEW BUSINESS ine Cm10! -KiSKEGO American Legion Flag Pole at Old Town Hall Upgrades Memo to Parks May 2024 - American Legion Flag Pole at OTH Upgrades.pdf Terra-Ferma Proposal 2024.pdf Veterans Memorial Playground Park Hours pcc20240513 Veterans Memorial Park Hours.pdf Updates on Parks Capital Projects 2025-2029 Memo to Parks May 2024 - Capital Projects for 2025-2029.pdf 5-Year Capital Projects Request Form 2025-2029 - Park Dedications.pdf DIRECTOR'S REPORT Recreation Manager's Report Recreation Memo - 05132024.pdf Conservation Coordinator's Report Conservation Report 05022024.pdf COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AUTHORIZED BY LAW ADJOURNMENT NOTICE IT IS POSSIBLE THAT MEMBERS OF AND POSSIBLY A QUORUM OF MEMBERS OF OTHER GOVERNMENTAL BODIES OF THE MUNICIPALITY MAY BE IN ATTENDANCE AT THE ABOVE -STATED MEETING TO GATHER INFORMATION; NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN BY ANY GOVERNMENTAL BODY AT THE ABOVE -STATED MEETING OTHER THAN THE GOVERNMENTAL BODY SPECIFICALLY REFERRED TO ABOVE IN THIS NOTICE. ALSO, UPON REASONABLE NOTICE, EFFORTS WILL BE MADE TO ACCOMMODATE THE NEEDS OF DISABLED INDIVIDUALS THROUGH APPROPRIATE AIDS AND SERVICES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST THIS SERVICE, CONTACT MUSKEGO CITY HALL, (262) 679-4100. CITY OF MUSKEGO Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee To: Parks and Conservation Committee From: Scott Kroeger, PE, PLS, Public Works and Development Director Subject: Muskego American Legion Flag Pole at Old Town Hall Upgrades Date: May 13, 2024 The Muskego American Legion Flag Pole at Old Town Hall and brick walk needs an uplifting and the bench is falling apart. The Legion wants to raise the brick walk to meet the surrounding grade and replace the bench with a raised seating wall. I have attached a copy of the quote received and renderings for your reference. The Legion will need to pull the appropriate permits with the City of Muskego. If this meets your approval, the Post will need some sort of approval document for our records and to present to Terra-Ferma. Recommendation for Action by the Committee: Approval plans for upgrades to the Flag Pole area at Old Town Hall. Page 1 of 1 2 TERRA -FIRMA LANDSCAPE, INC. S66 W14427 JANESVILLE ROAD MUSKEGO, WI 53150-2609 (414) 422-9440 November 15, 2023 Muskego American Legion Post 356 David Czysz finance Officer Old Muskego town hall Muskego, WI (414)627-1458 Thank you for the opportunity to present the following proposal. LANDSCAPE,INC. ' t New Flagpole Landscape at Old Town Hall ITEM DESCRIPTION OPTION PROJECT $$ TAX Remove engraved brick, medallion from bench and save. 1 Remove concrete walk, old brick, and bench. Dispose of $ 895.00 $ 50.12 debris. Build a seat wall and two pillars around flag pole(201nft) Z with Unilock Old Quarry, Granite color block with Sandstone $ 4,489.00 $ - coping and Ledgestone pillar caps. 3 Paver brick area installed with Unilock Holland stone, River $ 7,504.00 $ - color and saved engraved pavers(235sgft) 4 Repair lawn around work area and fill in low areas next to $ 1723.00 $ 96.49 asphalt walk with top soil and seed. Option: Install 7 wall lights on the pillars and seat wall. s Mount a transformer with a timer by the outlet at base of $ 1,814.00 flag pole. Subtotal $ 14,611.00 $ 146.61 Tax $ 146.61 Project Total $ 14,757.61 Thank you for the opportunity to present this quote. Please call with your questions or sign below to authorize us to create a contrack4oy Tiis proposal. We look forward to working with you. r Y TERRA- MA LANDSCAPE, INC. DATE ACCEPTED BY (CLIENT SIGNATURE) DATE 3 6 00 MAP WAUHESHA county Waukesha County GIS Map Legend Municipal Boundary_2K Parcel Dimension 2K Note Text 2K Lots 2K Lot Unit General Common Element - •'' „yR, Outlot Simulta neouSConveyancE " '. .. Assessor Plat CSM Condominium Subdivision Cartoline 2K ` EA -Easement _Line PL-DA PL-Extended_Tie_line y �. PL-Meander_Line PL-Note ., PL-Tie PL-Tie_Line <all other values, Railroad 2K f.11d lY)uskeyo SEt1+PfllPllt (:enter The information and depictions herein are for informational purposes and Waukesha County specifically disclaims accuracy in this reproduction and Notes' 0 12.62 Feet specifically admonishes and advises that if specific and precise accuracy is required, the same should be determined by procurement of certified maps, surveys, plats, Flood Insurance Studies, or other official means. Waukesha County will not be responsible for any damages which result from third party use of the information and depictions herein, or for use which ignores this warning. Printed: 11/10/2023 CITY OF MUSKEGO Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee To: Parks and Conservation Committee From: Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager Subject: Veterans Memorial Park Playground Hours Date: May 5, 2024 We have an enrollment of over 200 children in our All -Day Playground programs at the Old Town Hall and Veterans Memorial Park locations. This program runs Monday - Friday, 7:30AM-5:30PM, June 10-August 16. This is a very popular program, at a very popular park location. Because we have such a large group of participants and we also have the desire to provide time for these children to play on the new playground at Veterans without tremendous impact to the park visitors, we are looking for ways to make this a suitable arrangement for all. Therefore, we are requesting to have one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon where the park will be "closed" to the public. We are looking at 9:30- 10:30AM and 2:00-3:OOPM. We would post in the kiosk and with other signage near the playground area. We would not ask people to leave the park if they were there, but hope with the signage to discourage people to come to the park during those hours so that we don't overrun them due to our large group size. Then for the remainder of the day, we will limit our groups playground use to only small groups when the playground area is not too busy. Recommendation for Action by Committee: Approve request for an amended playground hours during the Muskego Recreation's All -Day Playground program. Page 1 of 1 9 CITY OF MUSKEGO Staff Report to Parks and Conservation Committee To: Parks and Conservation Committee From: Scott Kroeger, PE, PLS, Public Works and Development Director Subject: Updates on Capital Projects 2025-2029 Date: May 13, 2024 Below is a list Capital items for 2024 • Lion's Park — Pickle ball asphalt replacement (replacement done with temporary lines, painting with occur in the next couple of months) • Lee Hubka Basketball Court Fence (getting quotes) • Idle Isle boat ramps (Work scheduled for Fall 2024, have WDNR permit, working on WDNR recreational grants) • Boxhorn Dredging (Sampling of material scheduled, working with WDNR on obtaining permit) • Veterans and Old Town Hall LED lights (getting quotes) Capital Projects for the Parks 2025-2029 1 attached our Capital Projects 2025-2029. Please review and provide comments or suggestions before our Capital submittal in July 2024. Recommendation for Action by the Committee: No action required Page 1 of 1 10 CITY OF MUSKEGO, WISCONSIN PARK DEDICATION SPECIAL REVENUE PROGRAM FUND DETAILED PROJECT LISTING PROJECT NAME LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION ACCOUNT # AMOUNT TOTAL 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE All Fields (Baseball, Rugby, Soccer, Football) Baseball: Park Arthur Field Turf Care Field 1, 2, and 3 Baseball: Park Arthur Field 4 Turf (Donation to City $400,000) Baseball: Park Arthur Field 4 Safety Improvements Baseball: Hom Field safety improvements Baseball: Jensen Field safety improvements Baseball: Kurth Field safety improvements Baseball: Denoon Field safety improvements Baseball: Bluhm Field safety improvements Rugby Field: Bluhm Safety Improvements Soccer Field: Safety Improvements Football Field: Safety Improvements West Park Arthur Developed $27,000 $3,000 $9,000 $3,000 $9,000 $3,000 $500,000 $500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $35,000 $7,000 $7,000 $7,OOOT $7,000 $7,000 $15,000 $3,000 $3,000 $3,000 $3,000 $3,000 $22,500 $4,500 $4,500 $4,500 $4,500 $4,500 $20,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $45,000 $9,000 $9,000 $9,000 $9,000 $9,000 $5,000 $0 $2,500 $0 $2,500 $0 $10,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $10,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $2,900,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2,900,000 Splash Pad Veterans Park (Splash Pad and Pavilion upgrades) $750,000 $0 $750,000 $0 $0 $0 Parks - Tennis Court/Pickle Court/Basketball Moorland Park - Pickleball Complex (Donation to City $500,000) $500,000 $0 $0 $500,000 $0 $0 Dog Park Yearly Maintenance $10,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 Playground Sets Bluhm (New Playground Set) Misc. Playground replacement equipment Wood chips for all playgrounds $90,000 $0 $0 $90,000 $0 $0 $50,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $50,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 Boat Ramps Lake Denoon Boat Launch $150,000 $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 Future Trails Veterans Boardwalk $100,000 $0 $0 $0 $100,000 $0 Park Structures and Lots SandHill Park - Permanent Bathrooms Moorland Park - Pavilion with Bathrooms (water and sewer hookup) Kurth Park - seating and shade by playground Manchester Park - Pavilion by playground Idle Isle - Heat Bathrooms Kurth - Heat Bathrooms Old Town Hall (New Tables and Chairs to be used by Rec. Program and Historical Society) $85,000 $0 $0 $0 $85,000 $0 $250,000 $250,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $25,000 $0 $0 $0 $25,000 $0 $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $150,000 $0 $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 $0 $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 $0 $15,000 $15,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 Lake Access Points None $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $5,914,500 $967,500 $821,000 $642,500 $531,000 $2,952,500 GO Borrowing Park Dedication (Landfill Funds) Park Improvements (Subdivider Fees) Other Source - Sports Organizations TOTAL FUNDING SOURCE FUNDING SOURCE 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CITY OF MUSKEGO Staff Report to Parks & Conservation Committee May 13, 2024 To: Parks & Conservation Committee From: Tammy Dunn, Recreation Manager Subject: Recreation Program Miscellaneous Updates Date: May 7, 2024 Please find the following items in relation to various recreation programs/activities in the city. Such items don't require committee action but can certainly be discussed during the Miscellaneous Business portion of the meeting. 1. As mentioned in the fall meeting, we moved away from printing and mailing the seasonal program guide to all homes and went with a digital version and then printed off 500 hard copies to be picked up at City Hall/Library. We had a tremendous cost savings by going this route with the first book of the 2024 year, our Summer Program Guide. The cost for printing 500 copies was $516.00 and was a full color 52-page guide. In the past the printing costs for our full color 16-page guide were close to $2,575 and then postage was another $1,900. This new format is 88% less expensive than the past and is also more environmentally sound. 2. We have hired a person for our new Community Engagement Coordinator position, Meghan Ireland. She will be starting in our office this week and will be assisting us with managing collaborative programming with other Recreation Departments, taking care of all social media, and expanding new program areas as well as helping with customer care at the counter and over the phone. 3. Spring sports are now in to full swing with league use of the ball fields and grass sports fields. Baseball practices and games are now happing on Bluhm 1-2-3-4, Denoon, Horn, Jensen, Kurth and Park Arthur 1- 2-3-4. We currently have 14 multi -day weekend tournaments scheduled at the Park Arthur facility between April and August and 6 one day tournaments through the end of October there as well. We also have soccer games & practices at Kurth, Denoon, Moorland, and Manchester, boys rugby at Bluhm, and boys lacrosse at Denoon. 4. The Veterans Memorial Park Playground had it's grand opening May 4. The site is nearing full completion with just the shade structures still needing to be completed and for the restoration grass to grow. We anticipate a very busy summer there of use plus lots of rentals. 5. We anticipate the opening of the Idle Isle Snack Shack by Memorial Day weekend where we again will be selling pre -packaged snacks and renting our kayaks and stand up paddleboards. We are also finishing hiring additional staff for Idle Isle Rangers and a new Parks Ranger. Those positions help with park supervision during the hours we are not open. 6. Our All -Day Summer Playground program is full for the full camp of 10 weeks, with just a few openings left for the single week options. We take 90 full time children at each site, with 10 weekly spots. So, 180 kids are enrolled for full camp, and currently another 29 for the weekly option. liiV Memo To: Parks and Conservation Committee From: Tom Zagar CC: Scott Kroeger, Tammy Dunn, Adam Trzebiatowski, Ryan Beilfuss Date: May 7, 2024 Re: Conservation Coordinator Update Highlights of recent conservation projects: This past winter, considerable efforts were made to clear invasive brush in the oak woodland at Bluhm Park. Healthy, intact oak woodlands are ranked as "critically imperiled" by the Wisconsin DNR, so stewardship of this area is a high priority. Once the shrubs are removed, regular use of prescribed burning will minimize the subsequent re-establishment of shrub seedlings. We have also begun to re -introduce appropriate species of native plants to this ecosystem. Prairies, oak savannas, oak woodlands, and many wetlands are fire -dependent plant communities — i.e. they require fire to thrive. This past "dormant season" (Fall 2023 through early Spring of 2024), we completed the most prescribed burns ever. Burns were conducted safely and effectively by trained and experienced crews, consisting of staff, volunteers, and/or contractors. We are especially grateful for the trained volunteers from the Prairie Enthusiasts as their efforts were worth several thousand dollars! The raptor class offered through the recreation program was well -attended for the second straight year. Ed Foster showcased his collection of live birds and Bill Stout presented his research on local owls, hawks, and ospreys. Since 1998 Bill has donated his time and money to research Big Muskego Lake ospreys, banding nestling birds yearly. This year we plan to place GPS tracking devices on three ospreys which will follow their local movements as well as their migration journey to Central America. Through the recreation program we are offering an opportunity for citizens to join in the osprey banding and GPS telemetry fitting of the birds. Program fees and donations will defray the cost of telemetry equipment. (Please see program offerings on following pages). This year, our Conservation Technician, Sadee Kidd has developed other outdoor programming: Buzzing for Bumblebees, Wildflower Identification, and Nature Journaling. Through these programs we seek to get more community involvement in Muskego's conservation initiatives. On April 231 a crew of students who were participating in Muskego High School's "Day of Service" helped plant native flora and remove invasive garlic mustard in the oak woodland at Engel Conservation Area. 13 • A couple years ago a very large bur oak tree on Woods Road just west of the High School was in severe decline and had to be removed. This tree was determined to begin growth in about 1815, preceding European settlement of this area, and undoubtedly making it one of the oldest trees in our community! When the pedestrian path was meandered around this tree in an effort to protect it. We are planning to plant a bur oak tree in this same spot to commemorate this veteran tree. Wood Road Bur Oak tree • Page 2 14 1y:�1 jA ! . Osprey Banding &Telemetry Track) ng • (Ages 16+) .Join us for this unique opportunity to getup close vAth Muskego1s Osprey nestlings. Accompany u s c n a boat ride . to an osprey nest to witness banding and telemetry oper- ation s. Yo u wil I have the o pportu n ity to ha Id a young Os- prey and have photos taken with it. We are limiting each date to 3 partrcipants. If recent nesting success continues we can expect to have three nests with young ospreysthis year. Young in each nest will be fitted with aluminum leg bands. At least one Os prey in each nest will also befitted with a GPS telemetry device with the ability to track the bird's detailed movements for several years should it live that long, Enrollmentfees for this event will help cove rthe ■ costs oftelemetrytra€king. ■ s -. • §1 • • t t Spe€laI Request: We are asking for individuals or orga- • rations to ccnsiderfully sponsoring a telemetry -tracked bird byfunding the entirecost oftelemetry 0175q. You • vll be allowed to name this bird. Infiarmation on the whereabouts oftracked birdswiII bLavailable on the s ltyls * webeite and credit will be given to thosa viho sponsor an • • • • r s r dP '�. • r • r � • Page 4 ................%........... ,4Y.P_ � UF.I M+wa.YYV ■ _ Telemetry Then and Now: Back in 2002 we outfitted fe- male Osprey, Ethel with a telemetry device. She lived over 5 years, nested threetimes in Minnesota, producedthree young, and migrated to spend her winters in Panama. Her travels wart documented in a published study. Today te- lemetrytechnolcgy has improved and we will be able to obtain more precise movemerit information. Instructors: Tom Zagar & RAl Stout Lc<atlon: P ig M uskego La kg, 59OW13976 Boxhorn Or. June Saturday Ses6lon Days; Saturday Dates; 6/29 Tknes; LIDO-1;OOPM July Monday Sesslon Days; Monday Dates; 718 T1nes; 4:=7;00PM July SaturdaySesslon Days; Saturday Dates; 7113 Tknes; 1D0G-1,0013M 16 5Va i MTri s ;* Important Kayaking Trip Intarmation: All trips require competent paddling ability, and are not for beginner paddlersI Participants are encouraged to bring bin- oculars andior cameras. Kayaks are not provided; registrants must provide their own or select the added ren.#ai fee a20 per person) at the ti me of regi Fox River Guided Kayak Tours (Ages 16+) Come join the Muskego Recreation staff on a one -wag paddling excursion down the Fox River. Looking for al relaxing way to finish the work day this is the trip for you! We are departing from Big Bend Park and paddling roughly 6 miles to Do bberz Tavern which is located right onthe river at8330 Fox River Rd, Waterford, Th is section is beautiful in its own rig htwhich travels through sedud- ad prairie scenery and is just north of theTichigan State )Milo I ife Area, ' Complimentary shuttling will be available before Me Mp begins, making your vehicle available at Dobberz Taw ern where we will finish the trip. The shuttle will depart prom ptly at c lass sta rt time. If you are utilizing your own kayak, you will needito make arraignments to drop your equipment at the Big Bend Park Boat Launch before the trip begins and have your vehicI@at BobberaTavemtocatch the shuttle, Additional details regarding shuttle transportation and equipment drop off wil I be provided at registratio n, Instructor: Adam Young &TomZagar Lo�llon: Big Bend Village Park, Big Bend JuneTrlp Days; Thursday Datesa 6/20 Tirmas; 5;00-7;30RM August Session aatrs: Wednesday a� $21 Timm: _1%W730PM Cost fiartour. R SM10 / NR MAD .wi�.iaovfrec • Page 5 stration. No refunds wil I be permitted) Big Muskego Lake Scenic Kayak Tours (Adult) Come join the Muskego Recreation staff and our very own Conservation Coordinator guiding you on a kayak- ing excursion on beautiful Big Muslogo Lake. Rig Muskego Lake is recognized as a regionally signifi- cant natural area and an Important Bird Area, Enjoy an evening of paddling this deep water marsh habitat via kayak to observe nesting colonies of Endangered For- 5ter's te ms, Bald Eagles and nesting ospreys, as well as marry other marsh birds and waterfowl, Instructor:AudamYoung &TomZagar Location: Big Muskego Lake,S90 1 �976 Boxhorn DL June Trip AugustTrlp Days; Thursday Days: Wednesday Date& E113 Dates: 8.9 Timex 5,30- MPM Times: 5;30-8;00PM CattlParson: R S M 5J O f NR 52230 Lulu Lake Scenic Guided Kayak Trip (Adult) ComejointheMuskegoRecreation staff on apad dle into one of Southeastern W sconsin`s secret lakes, Lulu Laiael This la ke i s lovely a nd charmi ng, and th a trip wi II have a sense of adventure and exploration, We will depart an a 5-nile paddle starting at Eagle Springs Lake tofind this secret Iakq, one thafs surrounded by public land in trie Kettle Moraine State Forest and protected as a state nat- ural area. Instructor. Adam Ybong & Tom Zaga r Location: Eagle Springs Goat Launch, Mukwonago June Trip AugustTrlp nays: Thursday Days: Wednesday Datm 6/27 Oates: 8128 Tlnv:5c 730PM Times:530-7.'JUPM CostlNrsom R $WJHI! NR $MOD if IN a,aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Buzzing For Bees! (Ages 12+) This ewciting course will give beginners an introducti6n to bumble bees and how to identify different species In ; • the field. Take a relaxing hike through Muskego`s beau- • trful natural areas and lea where to find bumble bees a and how to identify bumble bees. Data collected will be mportedtothe DNR Bumble Bee Brigad@. Come joiD * the movement to promo pollinatorsl All proceeds go + towards managing bumble bee habitat, �* # Instru€tor: Sadee Kidd • r # Location: Baderts€her Pres2rve,574W20312 Field Qdve. # * July Session Early August Smslan • Drys: Sunday Days: Sunday • * Getese 7114 Dates: S14 i* . Tinxis 11.2D-130PM Thrws: 11,30-1;30PM r Late August Session Days; Sunday + Date& 8125 s • Times 11,3D-130PM s s • tostsslon, f1$1Q,00{ NR SIS.00 • 'triotttttttttttttt,tit••*****■s' .* Peacef u l Guided Nature Journaling (Ages 124) • Explore parts of Muskago's largest natural area Bad-* a erts€her Preserve to draw inspiration from nature. At . your own pace, follow the thought -Provoking prompts a strategically placed along the trail to help you become . immersed rn nature through writing. AWng your favor- ite rwCebookandwMingutmil. • Instructor: Sadee Kidd Location: Baderts€her Preserve, S7420312 Field Drrve Jurm Session August Session ; • Days; Sunday Days: Sunday • Datesc 619 Dates: 6118 ; Tlme& "C01;00AM Threw 9;00-11:CCAM t CosMesslom; R 55.001 NR $7M ; 44 1Register a�"tmuskego.wl.govrrc • Page 6 Introduction to Springl5ummer Wildflowers Identification # (Ages 12+) # Develop your botanical knowledge and explore Mus- ' • loegc`s natural areas. Learn about the importance of nativeplantsandhow toA@ntifyMuskego' localwrld- . flowers from conservation specialist. No pnor experi- ence is needed, this is a beginner €ourse to learn the • most common plant families in South -East Wisconsin. • A notebook, freldJourrtul, or phone for taking napes is recommended. ; s . r Instructor. Sadee Kidd # Location: Baderts€her Preserve • 574WN20312 Field Drive F r • days; Saturday r s Dates; 612.2 •Times (;MllIMOM • # Cost: ft S IaM { NR $15.00 t 18