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June 6, 2001 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 4:00 p.m. Meeting was called to order at Case Eagle Park at 4:10 p.m. with Wayne Schrader and Nancy Klemko present. Betty Novy, Clerk, Glenn Lampark, Racine County Public Works Director, Jim Metzger, Park Planning and Program Director, and Cecil Mehring, Manager of Planning and Engineering were also present. Discussion took place regarding placement of asphalt pads under bleachers by the ball diamonds. Specifications were decided upon as follows: · The front of the bleachers should be six feet from the fence. · Paving should go all the way to the fence. · Sight line to home plate should be considered when placing bleachers- be aware of fence posts. · The bleachers should be approximately 10 feet from the players bench. · A gravel base with 2” of asphalt should be sufficient for this use. · An eyebolt imbedded in the asphalt will help secure bleachers. · Only pads for the Town’s bleachers should be asphalted. (The County bleachers will be moved from time to time. Permanent pads for them are not necessary.) Glenn indicated, for future reference, that federal guidelines now require bleachers over four rows high to have a railing in the back. Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Betty J.
Novy June 11, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7:30 p.m. Meeting was called to order with Board members Gary Beck and Wayne Schrader present. Betty Novy, Clerk, and Colleen Holder, Treasurer, were also present. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to approve minutes of the May 14, 2001 meeting as printed. Motion carried. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to approve June disbursements. Motion carried. Colleen read the Treasurer’s report as follows: Town General Fund Balance: $25,537.44 Town Money Market Balance: $167,617.05 Park and Recreation Balance: $16,619.37 Honey Lake Fund Balance: $13,893.55 Town Road Fund Balance: $140,042.25 Sewer Utility General Balance: $497.61 Sewer Utility MMA Balance: $49,929.11 Sewer Utility CD’s: $137,001.42 Nancy Klemko arrived at this time (7:35 p.m.) Nancy moved, 2nd by Wayne to approve the following Class “B” Liquor and Cigarette License Renewals: Michelle Rudzinski, “Hitch ‘n Post Saloon”, 120 N. Browns Lake Drive, DMZ, Inc. “The Bunker” 29224 Evergreen Drive and Dale Webster, “Dale’s Bar”, 35415 Academy Road. Motion carried. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to approve the following Cabaret License Renewals: Michelle Rudzinski, “Hitch ‘n Post Saloon”, 120 N. Browns Lake Drive, and DMZ, Inc. “The Bunker” 29224 Evergreen Drive. Motion carried.
Operator’s License Renewals: “The Bunker”: Sandra J. Brook, Kathleen Farber, Patrick Tenant and Kara L. Miller. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to approve renewal of Sandra J. Brook, Kathleen Farber and Patrick Tenant in complete, with approval of Kara L. Miller contingent on submission of a health certificate. Motion carried. “Dale’s Bar”: Michelle L. Fons, Kim M. Brown, Robert E. Roosh. Gary moved, 2nd by Wayne to approve the license renewals. Motion carried. Temporary Picnic License: August 25, 2001 Michelle Rudzinski “Hitch ‘n Post Saloon” for fundraiser in conjunction with Racine County Sheriff’s Department for the Kid’s Care ID program. Nancy moved, 2nd by Gary to approve the license. Motion carried. Atty. Robert Wilkins for Parkview Sand & Gravel: introduction of potential buyers: Illinois Mining Corp. Penny Loppnow, current owner, was present. Bill Pavin gave a brief overview of Illinois Mining, indicating they have a good restoration reputation in the Chicago area. They consider themselves a viable purchaser of this gravel pit. They begin operations with a particular restoration “end” in mind. They indicate possibly mining below the water table in order to create ponds or lakes which would later benefit a residential development- or golf course. Wayne expressed concern over American Champion Aircrafts’ close proximity to this location. He suggested a residential end use may not be desirable in this circumstance. Mr. Mehlhaff (owner of American Champion) has previously indicated residential development around his business would most likely result in complaints due to noise, etc. Gary recommended Bill contact Racine County as to conditional use restrictions placed on this site and to find out if a restoration plan is already filed. It would be helpful for them to compare the restoration plan on file to their own plans. Wayne questioned a timeline as to how long would they expect to operate this pit… and also questioned what dust measures would be taken. Gary indicates some of these issues have already been addressed with Parkview in previous renewals. The Town has always had a good relationship with the Loppnows and would look forward to establishing the same type of relationship with Illinois Mining Corp. Carrie Orlovsky of Racine County Planning and Zoning was in attendance. She indicates Parkview Sand & Gravel comes before the Racine County Plan Commission Monday, June 18th looking for a two year extension. She indicates a copy of the restoration plan should be available through the County if the Town is interested. Board consensus is they would like to see it. Use of area in drainage easement, Lot 2, CSM 2218, Heritage Acres. Property owners Tom & Carrie Orlovsky appeared to request use of the area as a garden or dog pen. Review from the engineer indicates no reason why they could not use the area this way, as long as they realize they are doing so at their own risk. If anything is damaged due to storm water, it is not the Towns or any other property owners' responsibility. Board consensus was no solid fence should be installed that would sit tight to the ground or restrict water flow and that the area in question is not to be plowed or tilled in any way.[1] Developer’s Agreement: Fox River Prairie Subdivision. This item was tabled as the agreement was not done in time for the meeting. Award of Fox River Prairie Sewer Lift Station Construction Bid. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to approve Crispell-Snyder’s recommendation to accept the $2,100.00 deduct for a hipped roof and award the project to Advance Mechanical Contractors in the amount of $359,513.15, contingent on receiving approval from Racine County, the Department of Natural Resources and upon approval of financing between the Town and Golden Fields Development. Motion carried. Road Acceptance Agreement: Fuller Road. Correspondence from the Town Attorney and a draft copy of the Road Acceptance Agreement between Fuller and the Town of Burlington was presented for review. The Town of Burlington makes a condition of their acceptance of the road that the Town of Rochester agree to assume complete responsibility for maintenance, repair, plowing, signage, speed limits and all other matters pertaining to the road. They assert only 500 feet of the road will be in the Town of Burlington; all improvement value gained by this development will be realized on the Town of Rochester’s tax roll. The road needs to be built to Town of Rochester standards. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to direct the Town Attorney put together documentation between the Town of Rochester and the Town of Burlington which accepts our portion of the road contingent on acceptance by the Town of Burlington and proof that the County has granted access to County Highway “A”. Motion carried. The Town attorney is to have the Town of Rochester’s road acceptance agreement ready for presentation to the Town of Burlington Board for their meeting Thursday night. Approval of form: Rescue Squad Lease Agreement. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy that the Town enter into the Rescue Squad Lease Agreement with the Village of Rochester and the Rochester Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company contingent that the title be registered in the name of both the Town and Village of Rochester and that the appropriate fees and amounts be entered into the agreement. Motion carried. Resolution 3-2001 “Financing $52,000 for joint purchase (with Village) of an Ambulance”. Nancy moved, 2nd by Wayne to approve. Motion carried. Joint Resolution 1-2001 “Authorizing submittal of a state grant application and subsequent appropriation of village and town funds for a household hazardous waste collection program”. Wayne moved, 2nd by Nancy to enter into an agreement to offer a hazardous waste collection program with the Village of Rochester. Motion carried. Adoption of Sanitary Sewer Study as guide for future development of sewerage facilities in the Sewer District. Gary explained the Town authorized Crispell-Snyder to create a long term plan for sewer facilities within the sewer district to accommodate future growth. Gary moved, 2nd by Wayne to accept the Sanitary Sewer Study done by Crispell-Snyder as the official document to guide future expansion of sewer facilities within the Town of Rochester. Motion carried. 2001 Seal Coat Project: Country Aire Estates. The clerk reported two more survey responses had come in since May’s meeting. One in favor of doing a second seal coat, and one against. Gary commented there was only a two vote spread between those in favor and those against. He does not feel a strong enough indication has been made to warrant another seal coat application this year. Gary moved, 2nd by Wayne to take no action on the seal coating Country Aire roads this year, but to revisit the issue next year. Motion carried. Municipal Building Kitchen remodeling estimates. Estimates from Thomas Cabinets and Mather’s Home Improvements were received in the amounts of $4,000.00 and $6,400.00 respectively. Consensus was to have the Clerk and Treasurer shop for cabinets, sink & associated hardware- and then seek estimates for installation only. Zoning Text Amendment of the Racine County Zoning Ordinance, Section 20-438 “R-8 Yard Setbacks”. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to accept recommendation of the Plan Commission to approve the amendment. Motion carried. Conditional Use Permit: Construction of 180’ Self Supporting Lattice Tower and a 9’ x 13’ equipment shelter in a 50 x 50’ leased area, 35308 Fairview Street, Honey Creek, 014-03-19-06-006-020: Primeco Personal Communications Ltd. D/B/A Verizon Wireless, Jim Kopeny. This item was tabled. Period for Public Comment: Buzz Hurley commented on a rumor that Wal-Mart has not been given access off Highway 36 and they are proposing an entrance off of Teut Road. He also states the City of Burlington is proposing to close off the western end of Teut. He contends this would route Wal-Mart’s traffic off of Hwy. W and greatly increase the amount of traffic going through Rochester. Clerk is to check what is going on with this. Two complaint letters were received for review by the Board on ATV racing taking place on Academy Road. Clerk is to check with Attorney Phenicie on whether Town ordinances address this type of activity. The item is to be placed on the July agenda. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to adjourn at 9:35 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Betty J.
Novy, June 28, 2001 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 4:00 p.m. Meeting was called to order at 4:15 p.m. with Board members Gary Beck, Wayne Schrader and Nancy Klemko present. Attorney Bill Phenicie, Jim Schilling and Brandon Foss, Town Engineers, and Betty Novy, Clerk, were also present. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss cost sharing breakdowns for oversizing the Fox River Prairie Lift Station between the Town and Golden Fields Development (the developer). Brandon broke down the accepted bid for construction and cost sharing figures as follows:
Developer’s Cost= $314,484 Town’s Cost= $45,029TOTAL COST= $359,513 Note: Initial cost estimate assumes a 4’ sq. junction chamber, a 100 gpm pumping system, a 12” casing, and an 8” sanitary sewer. Golden Fields Development has been contacted with these figures and are not in agreement. Options to negotiate were explored as follows: 1.) The Town demands the developer pay the entire cost. 2.) The Town and developer split costs as proposed by the Town engineer. 3.) The Town agrees to pay upsizing costs and gives recovery rights to the developer and Town for the remaining 69 acres that will potentially be served by this lift station in the future. (It should be noted acreage in the future service area which is designated environmental corridor was excluded from the developable acreage figure). Cost Allocation for recovery rights on this option are as follows: (Total Project Cost = $359,513)
4.) The Town demands the developer pay the entire cost, but offers recovery rights on the 69 acres yet to be developed. It is suggested a term for recouping costs be set at 10 years. Cost Allocation for recovery rights on this option are as follows: (Total Project Cost = $359,513)
In “right of recovery” scenarios, hook up to the sewer system by developable acres would trigger exercising the right. The amount recovered would be determined percentage-wise by the number of acres developed and served by the connection. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to approve cost allocations proposed by the Town Engineer agreeing the Town will pay its share, or give Golden Fields Development the option to pay the total cost with right of recovery to recoup within 10 years based upon the cost per acre, without interest, of all remaining developable acres. Motion carried. Gary moved, 2nd by Nancy to adjourn at 4:58 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Betty J.
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