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November 14, 2005 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7:00 p.m.
Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with Gary Beck, Paul Beere and Mike Weinkauf present.
Betty Novy, Clerk-Treasurer, and John Tierney, Engineer, were also present. Christopher Birkett, Public Works Supervisor, was absent.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Paul moved, 2nd by Mike to approve minutes of the October 10, 17 & 27, 2005 meetings as printed. Motion carried.
Mike moved, 2nd by Gary to approve November disbursements as follows. Motion carried.
Town General Fund Disbursements:
Treasurer’s Report. Betty read the Treasurer’s report as follows.
There was discussion on how Sewer Utility revenues are not meeting annual charges from the Western Racine County Sewerage District. Paul reported on previous conversations with District representatives that gave concern to whether the flow meter in the lift station is giving false readings. Tierney is to check the flow meter against pump times to see if it is reporting accurately.
Sheriff’s Department. Sergeant Kacmarcik reported the following statistics for October: two accidents; ten speeding citations, twenty-five traffic citations and forty-one warnings were issued. Complaint statistics were as follows: twenty-eight complaints originated through calls directly to the Sheriff’s Department; Deputy Prochaska assisted with twenty-two additional complaints, originated thirty-eight on his own and performed follow up on two. He reported 20 work days, 169.75 hours and 2,105 miles driven. Deputy Prochaska reported one fatal accident on CTH D last month. There have been several accidents this year on that stretch of STH 20 that exists between CTH D and Sharp Road. Different factors have contributed each time: speed, weather and/or alcohol. A “safe ride” system is being established for the western half of the County that is being organized by the Wisconsin Tavern League. People will be able to call for a ride when they are too intoxicated to drive. Trick or Treat presented no problems this year and house numbers are proving to be a great help in emergency calls.
Public Works Department. Christopher Birkett submitted a written report as follows:
Engineering Report. John Tierney submitted a report with updates on the 2005 Street Program; Rock Ridge Subdivision; and Stone Property Land Division. He is working with Payne and Dolan on final closeout of street projects and performing periodic inspection on Rock Ridge. There was no activity on the Stone land division the prior month. Surveying is complete for the N. River Road reconstruction project and topography has been platted. Pavement cores and soil borings have been completed, but data has not yet been received. Design is progressing. Additionally, during survey of N. River Road it was noted sidewalk ramps in the Fox River Prairie Subdivision were not built to ADA standards. Consensus of the Board was for Tierney to send correspondence to the developer with direction to reconstruct sidewalk approaches to meet the appropriate standards.
Certified Survey Map – 411 N Browns Lake Dr -Creating four parcels out of one Owners: Gordon & Patricia Hurley Parcel # 014-03-19-15-017-110
Betty reported on Plan Commission review of the land division. They recommend approval. Pat Hurley noted one correction made in regards to designation of “Unplatted Lands” on the map. The surveyor corrected the error. Gary moved, 2nd by Mike to approval the Certified Survey Map creating four parcels at 411 N. Browns Lake Drive. Motion carried.
Building Code Ordinance and Fee Amendment Requests: Jim Deluca, Building Inspector
The proposed ordinance was compared with the existing building code. Most of the ordinance language simply clarifies duties and enforcement abilities of the building/ plumbing/ electrical inspector. Main changes were identified as follows:
Jim explained bonds are ultimately given back to the property owner, but serve as a good tool to get work done. They have been found beneficial for those municipalities who use them. Since the Town does not require hard surface driveways, that particular language can be modified. Jim offered a recommendation to set the grading or erosion bond at $600.00 for residential; and $1,800.00 for commercial development. Language could also be added that if roads or ditches are damaged in an amount exceeding the bond, costs can be charged to the tax bill.
Jim stated this would probably be best addressed in an “Aesthetics” code.
An outline of permit fees was also reviewed comparing proposed to current fees. Consensus of the Board was that bond requirements appear to be a good tool and directed Jim to forward the ordinance to the Town attorney for review. The attorney is to make any revisions and prepare the ordinance for action at the December meeting. He is also to prepare a resolution to adopt the new fee schedule. Jim was also directed to perform a survey of other municipalities that utilize bonds and report on what they are charging.
TRIP-D Application: N. River Road
Application materials were reviewed for the State of Wisconsin 2006-2007 Town Road Improvement Program. If awarded, the grant would provide 50% cost sharing on the N. River Road project. Consensus of the Board was to forward the application to the Racine County Highway Supervisor.
2007 Revaluation Contract: Kathy Romanak, Assessor
Kathy’s proposal to perform a revaluation for the 2007 tax roll was reviewed along with notice of non-compliance from the Department of Revenue showing a 74.56% assessment ratio for 2005. Under the contract, work will begin July 1, 2006 to bring 2007 assessment values back up to fair market. Contract costs were stated as $24,871.00. Kathy’s normal annual salary of $9,000.00 would not be charged during that assessment period. Mike moved, 2nd by Paul to approve the contract for the 2007 assessment roll. Motion carried.
Approval of Address Change: 28333 Rowntree Road to 950 Rock Ridge Road
Correspondence from Racine County Planning was reviewed recommending this address change to reflect movement of the driveway to a new location. Mike moved, 2nd by Paul to approve the address change to 950 Rock Ridge Road. Motion carried.
Budget Amendment Resolution #1-2005
Betty explained these changes are necessary to reflect 2005 borrowing and project funds for N. River Road reconstruction. Gary moved, 2nd by Mike to approve Budget Resolution #1-2005. Motion carried.
PERIOD FOR PUBLIC COMMENT:
Bill Monnin questioned progress on animal control services. Gary explained a 2006 contract has been signed with Countryside Humane Society. They will notify municipalities by July if they are going to provide service in 2007. In the meantime, an interested resident may submit a proposal to provide these services.
Paul moved, 2nd by Mike to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Betty J. Novy, CMC Clerk-Treasurer
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