TOWN OF OCONOMOWOC

 

 

 

 

Board of Supervisors

 

March 17, 2008

 

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance: Chairman Hultquist called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Chairman Hultquist, Supervisors John Roelandts, Janis Husak, Brian Wiemer, and John Koepke.  Also present were Town Attorney William Chapman, Police Lt. Russell Paar, Highway Superintendant Owen Salzman and Betty Callen, Plan Commission Recording Secretary.

 

There were 2 residents in attendance.

 

Approve Minutes:  March 3, 2008 Board of Supervisors Meeting.

Supervisor Roelandts made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 3, 2008 Board of Supervisors Meeting.  The motion was seconded by Supervisor Husak.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

Correspondence:  None

 

Comments from the Floor on Agenda items or any other items:

Roy Innis, W379 N5736 N Lake Rd:  He asked whether there were any plans to drop the speed limit from 45 to coincide with the 25 from Sunset Lane into the City. From Sunset Lane north to Lac la Belle Drive is 45 and north of Lac la Belle Drive is 55.  He is concerned about the speed on his road, both by cars and semi’s, and the damage to the road by the semi’s.  His road is a Town road and Lt. Paar stated that the police would keep an eye on the situation by putting a speed trailer there to determine the average speed and then a determination would be made. 

 

OLD BUSINESS:  None

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

1.      Consider and Act on Special Event Application for Ralph Graf Benefit –

Okauchee Lions Park, May 17, 2008

Supervisor Husak made a motion to approve the Special Event Application as presented.  Supervisor Wiemer seconded the motion  The motion passed unanimously Police Chief Wallis and Town Administrator Herrmann had approved this...

 

2.      Consider and Act on Special Event Application and Temporary Class “B”License for Okauchee Fire Department-Day in the Park-Okauchee Lions Park, August 9, 2008

Supervisor Husak made a motion to approve the Special Event Application and temporary Class “B” License for Okauchee Fire Department for Day in the Park.  Supervisor Roelandts seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.  The Police Chief had approved.

 

3.      Consider and Act on Special Event Application for Trog Fest-Okauchee Lions Park-June 21, 2008.

Supervisor Husak made a motion to approve the Special Event Application as presented.  Supervisor Wiemer seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.  The Police Chief had approved.  Chairman Hultquist noted that the cutoff for a major event was 100 people, and since this was 90 it should be watched. 

 

4.      Consider and Act Designation of Authority to enforce Erosion Control per NR216.

Jeff had recommended the appointment of Mike Sindorf, Town of Oconomowoc Building Inspector, as our representative.  Supervisor Roelandts made a motion to approve the appointment of Mike Sindorf as our representative to enforce Erosion Control per NR216.  Supervisor Husak seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

5.      Consider and Act on MABAS Agreement

This has to do with the lending of equipment between municipalities.  When requested, equipment may be lent to other municipalities at the discretion of the Police Chief or designated authority.  Attorney Chapman stated that p 8, Section 8, “Non-Liability for Failure to Render Aid” is the important section.  The definition of MABAS is under Section 2A. Supervisor Wiemer made a motion to approve the MABAS Agreement.  Supervisor Koepke seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

6.      Discussion on Conceptual Plan for Irene Boschuetz

There were issues with the storm water, septic and site access.  The County Board denied this after everybody else had approved it because there was no actual plan and were now recalling it for reconsideration.  It is Jeff’s opinion that the Board should now have no problem.

 

Scott Naylor of TDI stated that he had resubmitted a more detailed concept to the County Board and it is up for reconsideration. As long as it fits into the Land Use Plan and Jeff has indicated he approves, the Board does not have objections.

 

7.      Consider and Act on Resolution for 2008 changes in quarterly sewer charges

The proposed changes are minor.  Supervisor Husak made a motion to adopt the Resolution for the 2008 changes in the quarterly sewer charge.  Supervisor Roelandts seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

8.      Chairman Hultquist:  Nothing

 

9.      Supervisor Reports:

a.       John Koepke:  He has received questions regarding placing signs in road right of way and on private property.  What are the laws and who is in charge of enforcing them?  No signs in the road right of way and you need permission to put them on private property.  Police and road crews can enforce.

b.      Brian Wiemer:  Thanks for the good job on snow removal.  He did a ride along with Officer Nell and was impressed with his job and his relationship with residents.

c.       Janis Husak:  She presented a letter from Paul Fischer regarding the condition of the road which serves the Mapleton Community Center and asking for a resolution.  When Jeff returns he and Owen will address this issue.

d.      John Roelandts:  March 31, 10:00 a.m. at the Town Hall, Mr. Kleefisch and a representative o f the DNR will discuss the Monterey Dam and bridge.  Supervisors Koepke and Roelandts will attend, and if there will be additional supervisors present, there is a need to publish.  Open to the public. 

 

10.  Attorney Chapman:  Nothing

 

11.  Highway Superintendant Salzman:  Nothing

 

12.  Lt. Paar:  Nothing

 

13.  Administrator/Planner Herrmann:  (absent but requests:)

a.      Consider and Act on Attendance at Milwaukee Labor Law Clinic, May 7, 2008:  Supervisor Husak made a motion to approve the attendance of Town Clerk Terry Leaman and Town Planner Herrmann at the Milwaukee Labor Law Clinic on May 7, 2008.  Supervisor Wiemer seconded the motion.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

14.  Clerk/Treasurer

a.      Approve Operator’s Licenses per List:  None

 

15.  Approve Vouchers and Checks:  Supervisor Wiemer made a motion to approve The vouchers and checks subject to the Clerk’s and Chairman’s approval.  Supervisor Koepke seconded the motion.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

16.  Adjourn:  Supervisor Roelandts made a motion to adjourn.  Supervisor Husak seconded the motion.  The motion carried unanimously.  Adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Betty Callen, Plan Commission Recording Secretary