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February 11, 2002 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7:30 P.M. Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Gary Beck, Wayne Schrader and Nancy Klemko present. Colleen Holder, Treasurer, and Betty Novy, Clerk, were also present. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to approve minutes of January 14, 2002 Sewer Utility and Regular Board meetings. Motion carried. Wayne moved, 2nd by Nancy to approve February disbursements. Motion carried. Treasurers Report. Colleen read account balances as follows: Town General Fund Balance: $167,398.22 Town Money Market Balance: $809,762.11 Park and Recreation Balance: $24,302.98 Honey Lake Fund Balance: $14,164.41 Town Road Fund Balance: $41,007.38 Sewer Utility General Balance: $1,310.72 Sewer Utility MMA Balance: $42,245.65 Sewer Utility CD’s: $141,875.89 Clerks Report. Betty reported on correspondence received from the Town’s Association requesting a representative from each municipality be present at the WTA “Capitol Day” on Wednesday, February 27th in Madison to discuss Shared Revenue issues with State legislators. Sheriff’s Department Report. Sgt. Kacmarcik and Deputy Prochaska were present. The following statistics were reported for the month of January: five speeding citations, one traffic control signal and three failure to stop citations were written. Nine written warnings were issued and three complaints addressed. An activity report for the Town of Rochester was presented to Board members. The Sheriff’s department will use these statistics to establish activity trends and schedule shifts based on perceived needs. Fox River Prairie Subdivision: Developer’s Agreement and Final Plat. Mike Doble was present on behalf of the developer. Nancy moved, 2nd by Gary to approve the developer’s agreement and final plat contingent on the following items:
It was added the Final Plat shall not be signed until these items are complete. Motion carried. Kurt Vacek, 2354 N. Browns Lake Drive: Water Damage. Kurt described his property as being the third house south of Waterford’s water tower on Browns Lake Drive. He complained of water in his back yard. Through conversations with neighbors, Kurt got the impression that the swamp behind his home was tiled at one time and that flooding of abutting properties was not a problem until the Waterford Industrial Park was built. He questioned whether such a tile exists and whether it is still working. He also indicated the property owner to his south has had their back yard flooded to the point that their septic system was not working. He questioned why the Industrial Park was developed without storm-water retention facilities. Gary indicated that, at the time of development, regulations were not in place to require such plans. Kurt stated that during Waterford’s recent sewer project, water was diverted and his back yard flooded. He has concerns that this will recur. Kurt indicated he is not getting more water now, but is worried his house will flood whenever it rains. There is some question as to the Town’s responsibility in this. It is indicated the Town has no jurisdiction in this area, however, Gary will talk to Randy at the Village of Waterford about not diverting any more water in that direction whenever possible. Gary also suggested Kurt raise the burm in his back yard if he is sincerely concerned about flooding. Plan Commission Recommendation: Neighborhood Plan for State Highways 20 and 36. Bob Willard was present representing the Plan Commission. Bob explained this concept came up in response to a recent development proposal. The Plan Commission feels a plan should be formulated that will take into account all of this area vs. having each parcel develop independently of one another. The Plan Commission recommends a committee be formed for this purpose. Gary explained the neighborhood plan concept was used successfully in the past when the Greil/ Mehring Subdivision was developed. However, in the case of Highways 20 and 36 and that triangle of land heading south to Hwy D, the biggest deterrent to development is that a new sewer interceptor will have to be installed before much more development takes place. Plans have been adopted by the Sewer District which detail these requirements. The Board expressed concerns that forming a plan will promote development. This is something they are not necessarily interested in doing. They wish to question Racine County about what formation of a plan entails and whether this tends to encourage development. Consensus of the Board was to attend the March Plan Commission meeting and to have the neighborhood plan concept explained before taking any further action. Tree Trimming – “N. River Road, Fox Grove Road”. Jim Dignin, J.D. Trucking & Landscape, indicated several problems with snowplowing and tree limbs hitting the top of his trucks. Limbs are hanging around eight to ten feet over the road surface in some areas on these streets. He also discovered this same problem on Evergreen Drive. Gary indicated the Board will look at these areas before deciding to put tree trimming out for bids. The Board is somewhat hesitant to complete any unnecessary projects without finding out what is happening at the State level with Shared Revenues. Local Transportation Enhancements Program. The Clerk explained the Village of Rochester may be pursuing one of these grants to create pedestrian facilities from E. Spring Street north to Village limits on N. Rochester Street (N. River Road in the Town) and questioned whether the Town Board has ever considered placing sidewalk on N. River Road. If so, the Town could pursue participation in the grant program with the Village as a joint project. Grant funds cover 80% of qualified projects. Consensus of the Board was the road has several drainage and shoulder problems that need to be addressed. They are not in favor of pursuing sidewalk plans at this time. Resolution 2-2002 “Opposing Proposal to Eliminate State Shared Revenue”. Gary moved, 2nd by Wayne to approve the resolution and send copies to the Governor’s office and State Assembly and Senate representatives. Motion carried. Waterford High School Softball: Use of Case/Eagle Baseball Diamonds. Correspondence was presented requesting use of diamonds for JV and Varsity teams starting March 11, 2002. Wayne moved, 2nd by Gary to approve the request based on submission of $300.00 to offset costs of park upkeep and port-a-pottie rental for this extension of the use period. Gary indicated to Jim Dignin he wished goal posts, plywood kickboards and new players benches be installed prior to use of the field. Clerk is to arrange for port-a-pottie delivery as well. Town Newsletter Concept. The Clerk presented copy of a newsletter printed for the Village of Rochester. Discussion was held as to design and distribution of a Town newsletter. It was decided a two-sided 11 x 17 newsletter would be appropriate, to be published and distributed quarterly. This newsletter could be enclosed with Sewer Utility bills to those living in the sewer district and distributed either through bulk mail or as an insert in local shopper papers to the rest of Town residents. Clerk is to check on different delivery methods and costs and report back at the next Board meeting. Office and Meeting Room Arrangements. Reorganization of the Town meeting room to include office space for the Deputy Prochaska was reviewed along with last month’s idea of purchasing partitions to separate off that space. Consensus of the Board was partitions are not necessary. Municipal Hall Door Replacement. The Clerk reported the side door of the building is not hanging right and that screw holes are stripped. Previous attempts at tightening have not had a permanent effect. Steel facings of the door are peeling from the wood core in the upper inside corner. Gary explained the door was replaced five years ago and expressed disappointment it has not held up. The problem may lie in the frame, the frame was not replaced at that time. He suggested getting two or three quotes on this and indicated front doors need to be painted as soon as weather permits. Youth Volunteer Opportunities. The Clerk reported contact made by Bonnie of UW-Extension inviting the Town to participate in a Youth Volunteer Expo March 19th at Fox River School. They questioned whether the Town would like to set up a booth offering volunteer opportunities for the children. Some ideas suggested were picking up trash in Parks or participation in promoting the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day in April. Financial Form “C” Completion Options. The Clerk reported Form “C” completion costs have been charged at $3,000 for 1999 and $2,000 for 2000 by the accounting firm the Town has been using. She suggested use of another firm who quoted approximately $1,000 for the service. Board consensus was whatever firm the Clerk and Treasurer are comfortable with is fine. April Meeting Arrangements. Betty indicated an opportunity to go on a trip in April, but that it is scheduled at the same time the regular Board meeting is. She requested delaying the Regular Town Board meeting by one week. Consensus of the Board was this is okay, as long as proper notice is given to the public. Bob Willard points out scheduling of the Town Annual meeting. That date is to be checked for conflict. If so, Atty. Phenicie should be contacted as to how to change the meeting date- or what other accommodations can be made. Public Comment: Wayne Schrader would like “Burning Hours” placed on the March meeting agenda. The Clerk is to get copy of the Town of Yorkville’s burning ordinance for consideration by the Town Board. Gary moved, 2nd by Wayne to adjourn at 9:35 p.m. Motion carried. Submitted by: Betty J. Novy
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