1. Planning Commission meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairman Langmesser. Present: Langmesser, Ciesielski, Ranke, Sohr, Eliopul, Schmidt Greivell, Atty. Dubis, and Residents.
2. Chairman Langmesser led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Schmidt motioned to approve the August 2, 2004 minutes as written, seconded by Ciesielski. Motion carried.
4. Correspondence- None
5. Pier Permit- Wanke, Court Ln.- Langmesser informed Wanke that the current pier did not conform with the Town's ordinance. Wanke announced that the pier was on the property when he purchased it in the 1970's and that he was not aware that he had to register it in 1992 to grandfather it. Wanke announced that he thought it was automatically grandfathered. Applicant asked about possibly applying for a variance. Discussion took place on how the applicant can re-design the pier. Wanke stated that one of his abutting neighbors also needed to get her pier approved. Commission expressed concern about granting a variance for Wanke's pier when the neighbor, Gauthier, may need a variance as well. Wanke will come back with a new drawing and fill out a variance application. Both Wanke and Gauthier are to come back together with appropriate applications. Ciesielski motioned to table until October Planning and having both applicants present, seconded by Schmidt. Sohr abstained due to conflict of interest. Motion carried.
6. Conceptual Subdivision- Roy Kosobucki, South side of N. Lake Drive approx. 14 acres- Ciesielski confirmed that the DNR was allowing them to use their land for access. Discussion took place on the deed restriction of the land not being further sub-divided with out Town Board approval. Sohr asked about the previous concerns of the Commission. Attorney Dubis read the concerns from the applicant's first submittal. Sohr motioned to deny based on the deed restriction and the previous divisions, seconded by Ciesielski. Motion carried.
7. Conceptual Subdivision- Delimat/Kindler, East side of Hwy. 164, across from Jensen Parkway- Chuck Hawkins, LandCraft Survey & Engineering, reviewed the zoning districts and the environmental corridor with the Commission. Hawkins stated they were looking for feedback and comments. Langmesser expressed concern about having another way in and out of the subdivision. Ciesielski asked where the future road on their map would go. Hawkins replied that he wasn't sure at the time. Hawkins announced that they had preliminary approval for the one access for Hwy. 164. Dubis read the minutes from 2003 when the applicants first applied. Commission asked if the development fit into the Town of Waterford's land use plan. Hawkins replied that he thought it did. Commission looked at land use map and felt that some of the lots should be larger. Allen Wong, 28110 N. Lake Drive, expressed concern about drainage issues and also expressed interest in a 66' easement towards their property for possible future use. Hawkins announced that the possibility had been discussed. Scott ??, speaking on behalf of his father, and Dave Mason, expressed concern about water containment and if any agricultural studies have been done. Hawkins announced that the issues would have to be addressed with the DNR when the time comes. Applicants will resubmit with larger lots and another ingress and egress.
8. Shore land Contract Report- Greivell reported 2 new homes.9. Announcements or discussions:
Sohr motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 PM, seconded by Eliopul. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Heather Stratton, Deputy Clerk
TOWN BOARD MEETING FOR WATERFORD
APPROVED / OFFICIAL MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 13, 2004
6:00 PM AT TOWN HALL1. Town Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairman Langmesser. Present: Gauerke, Baumgart, Luick, Block and residents of the Town. Atty. Dubis was excused.
2. Chairman Langmesser led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Printed Minutes: Luick motioned to approve the minutes as presented, dated August 9, 2004, seconded by Block. Motion carried.
4. Treasurer Report/Payment of Claims- Luick motioned to approve the claims as presented, seconded by Block. Motion carried.
5. Correspondence: Langmesser explained ISO rating of 1-5, 5 being the best. Langmesser announced the Town of Waterford was rated a 4. Letter of Credit Release for Stonegate Estates, Gauerke asked about the ponds and who cleans them. Luick motioned to deny and notify Miller that upon lot 1 being finished and the ponds being cleaned out to then request letter of credit release, seconded by Gauerke. Motion carried. Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan, Langmesser announced that he thought the plan was already done by the completion of the 2010 plan. Block announced that other components were involved. Langmesser put Block in charge of finding what the Town needs to do.
6. Committee Reports:
a Police Dept. Report- Chief Littmann reported 421 contacts for the month of August. Littmann announced that the buoy grant was sent in. Littmann called up Alex Vojvodich Jr., a 13 yr. old boy who helped occupants of a capsized boat on the Fox River. Officer Hecht described the incident and Vojvodich's actions. Supervisor Luick presented Vojvodich with an award while Chief Littmann presented Vojvodich with a medal.
b Waterways Committee- None
c TVFD- None
d Park - Langmesser reported that the tree grant was being completed.
e Road Dept. - Langmesser reported that most of the road work was completed except for some patching. Langmesser stated that the roller was already paying for itself. Langmesser explained the petition for bridge aid.
f Town Planning Recommendations-
v Pier Permit- Wanke, 5633 Contour Rd.(pier located off of Court Ln.)- Item was tabled.
v Conceptual Subdivision, Roy Kosobucki- South side of N. Lake Drive- Kosobucki announced that he believed he was zoned for 1 acre sites but was asking for 3-5 acre sites and that the DNR did grant permission for access. Gauerke asked what the soil was like. Kosobucki announced that he was going to have to get County out there, but they felt it was going to be fine. Amy Zellmer, neighbor, announced that she could bring in the perk tests for the 15 acres. Zellmer also stated that when she bought her 5 acres, she was told that there would be no more divisions of the property. Zellmer announced that her septic is 900 ft. from her house and that she also owns part of the DNR easement. Block motioned to accept Planning Commission's recommendation for denial, seconded by Gauerke. Motion carried.
v Conceptual Subdivision, Delimat/Kindler, East side of Hwy. 164, across from Jensen Pkwy.- No action. Gauerke showed plan that was submitted.7. Old Business:
(a) Discussion & possible action relating to accessory structures/garages- Block announced that she was satisfied with the ordinance change and thought it should be sent to the Planning Commission. Luick asked about wording for over 3 acres. Gauerke stated that there wasn't anything for 3 + acres.
(b) Discussion of Animal Control Contract 2005-2007- Block announced that there was going to be a special meeting for all Racine Co. municipalities that Thursday to discuss distribution. Block asked for authority to approve up to a 10% increase. Langmesser motioned to give Block the authority to accept the contract of 10% increase or lower, or to reject, seconded by Gauerke. Luick stated he was opposed to paying any increase. Motion carried.8. New Business:
(a) Set 2005 Trick-or-Treat hours- Baumgart motioned to have trick-or-treat on Sunday Oct. 31 from 4-7, seconded by Gauerke. Motion carried. Luick requested that two patrol cars be scheduled.
(b) Bartender Licenses- Luick motioned to approve Thomas Serba's bartender license for Uncle Dale's subject to a background check being done, seconded by Baumgart. Motion carried.
Forthcoming events- Luick asked about ice cream trucks needing permits. Deputy Clerk announced that they did need permits and currently none had been issued.
Luick motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:55 PM, seconded by Gauerke. Motion carried.Respectfully submitted,
Heather Stratton, Deputy Clerk
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