Parks and Conservation Minutes 08282023Approved
CITY OF MUSKEGO
PARKS AND CONSERVATION
COMMITTEE MINUTES ^� C
August 28, 2023
5:00 PM M
` SKEGO
Muskego City Hall, W182 S8200 Racine Avenue
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Whipple called the meeting to order at 5:03 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Toby Whipple, Terri Boyer, Bill Miller and Barbara Schroeder
Also Present: Scott Kroeger, Director of Public Works and Development; Adam Young,
Recreation Specialist and Tom Zagar, Conservation Coordinator.
Absent: Ald. Tom Kapusta, Matthew Bughman and Barbara Erdmann
STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE
This meeting was noticed in accordance with open meeting laws on August 25, 2023.
NEW BUSINESS
Eagle Scout Kayak Launch Dock
Cole Steffens presented his project to the Committee. The project is for a kayak launch on one
of the lakes in Muskego. The materials and logistics of the proposal were reviewed with the
Committee. The launch is portable and can be used in any lake. Mr. Steffens will build the
kayak launch dock and the committee/staff can determine what location it will be installed.
Mr. Young stated he and Ryan from DPW have been in talks with Mr. Steffens about this
project. The idea was to get the approval from the Committee in order for him to move forward
with fundraising and build the Kayak Launch Dock. Mr. Young would then decide on a location
and work on the infrastructure in which to attach the dock.
Ms. Boyer made a motion to Approve the Eagle Scout Kayak Launch Dock. Ms.
Schroeder seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Muskego Pickleball Discussion
Mr. Young gave the Committee an update on pickleball in Muskego. He discussed the history
and progression of pickleball including building and renovation of the courts as well as the
addition of seating to the complex. The Ambassadorship Program was discussed as well as
pickleball offerings and scheduling. Friends of Muskego Pickleball group representatives also
presented and made the request for support of accommodating the expansion to between 12-
16 courts through fundraising, grants and City support. Mr. Young and Director Kroeger also
joined back in the discussion from a City standpoint about how/what steps would be taken as
this project moves forward.
Ms. Schroeder made a motion to move forward with Muskego Pickleball ideas for the
City. Ms. Boyer seconded. Motion was approved unanimously.
Updates on Parks Capital Projects 2023/2024
Director Kroeger discussed the opening of the dog park and utilization as well as the removal
of materials from Veterans Memorial Park in preparation for a new playground. Director
Kroeger also mentioned that there will be a community build day for the park on September 16,
2023. Director Kroeger also discussed various projects slated for 2024 - 2028. He explained
the Committee of the Whole requested some changes. The final approval will go before the
Common Council October 10, 2023.
The Committee as a whole continued to discuss the future Capital Projects with Director
Kroeger.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Recreation Manager's Report
Recreation Specialist Adam Young presented Manager Dunn's report to the Committee.
Conservation Coordinator's Report
Conservation Coordinator Tom Zagar presented his report to the Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Miller made a motion to adjourn at 6:17 PM. Ms. Boyer seconded. Motion was
approved unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Wendy Fredlund
Recording Secretary