Mary A. Kacmarcik

Candidate for Town of Waterford Supervisor

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Minutes of Previous Meetings by Date - November 2003 - Scroll Down to View All Meeting Minutes for November

For the Town of Waterford, Racine County

Notice is hereby given that on Saturday, November 29, 2003, at 8:00 AM at the Town Hall of the Town of Waterford, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2004 BUDGET of the Town of Waterford in Racine Co. will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk's office from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The following is a summary of the proposed 2004 Budget:

Requests from persons with disabilities who need to participate in this meeting or hearing should be made to the Town Chairperson Office at 534-5271 with as much notice as possible.

 

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

415 N. MILWAUKEE ST.

NOVEMBER 3, 2003 at 6:00 PM

APPROVED/OFFICIAL MINUTES

Planning Commission meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairman Langmesser. Present: Langmesser, Ciesielski, Ranke, Sohr, Schmidt, Eliopul, Atty. Dubis, and Residents. Greivell was excused.

Chairman Langmesser led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Ranke motioned to approve the October 6, 2003 minutes as written, seconded by Eliopul. Ciesielski abstained as he was absent. Motion carried.

Correspondence- None

CSM- Peterson, Idlewood Ct.- County stated that there were no objections. Langmesser stated that there wasn t to be a pier for the new lot only access, if possible. Peterson stated that he understood this. Ciesielski motioned to approve, seconded by Sohr. Motion carried.

Rezone & Town Level Variance- Halbach, lot 1 Miller Rd.- M-3 to A-2- Ranke motioned to approve rezone & town level variance as presented, seconded by Sohr. Motion carried.

Variance- O Brien, 8524 Hazel Ln.- Dubis questioned if there was to be separate kitchen facilities. Mr. O Brien indicated no . Eliopul motioned to approve, seconded by Sohr. Motion carried.

Town Level Variance- Baker, 8535 Hazel Ln.- Ranke motioned to approve, seconded Ciesielski. Motion carried.

Proposed Amendment to Tichigan Corners Neighborhood Plan- Jahnke & Jahnke- Ciesielski motioned to amend the Tichigan Corners Neighborhood Plan by eliminating the roadway extension from the existing Melody Lane to the Curt Sommer parcel located immediately east of the Golden Meadows subdivision, seconded by Schmidt. Motion carried.

Conceptual approval of development located at the SW corner of Raab & Halverson- Sommer Investments- This was previously presented September 2, 2003. Dubis indicated that the next step was a preliminary plat. No action taken.

Preliminary Plat- Golden Meadows Addition #3- Langmesser expressed concerns over drainage in this area. Jerome Wegner, Jahnke & Jahnke, indicated that there would be a storm water management facility. Wegner also reported that County is going to require a landscape easement. Discussion followed. Wegner voluntarily agreed to a thirty day layover. Ranke motioned to postpone to the December planning commission meeting, seconded by Schmidt. Motion carried.

Development proposal, Legacy Co.- North of Grand Dr. off of Buena Park Rd. - John Helding represented the Legacy Co. Proposed is 40 lots, all sewered; 3300 of road; rezone to C2 to assist in preserving 40 acres of farmland; open space owned and maintained by a homeowner s assoc. Helding also stated that the lease money from the farm would go to the assoc. to help in maintaining the walking trail, picnic areas, etc. He also reported that the building envelopes would be so there is minimal disturbance to the trees. A swale would be constructed along the property line and Lake Pointe so there would not be run-off. Sohr expressed concerns over the amount of lots near the river as well as the location of the storm water detention area in relation to the water. Richard Willms, 6301 Riverside Rd. questioned if Legacy was selling lots, issue was not addressed further. Consensus of the commissioners was that if development was to happen, most would like to see this type of development.

Shore land Contract Report- None. Greivell was absent.

Announcements or discussions: None

Ciesielski motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 PM, seconded by Sohr. Motion carried.

Respectfully Submitted,

Tina Mayer, Town Clerk

 

TOWN BOARD MEETING FOR WATERFORD

APPROVED/OFFICIAL MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 10, 2003

6:00 PM AT TOWN HALL

1. Town Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairman Langmesser. Present: Gauerke, Baumgart, Luick, Block, Atty. Dubis and residents of the Town.

2. Chairman Langmesser led the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Printed Minutes: Luick motioned to approve the minutes, as presented, dated October 13, 2003, seconded by Block. Motion carried.

4. Treasurer Report/Payment of Claims- Langmesser read the treasurer s report. Block motioned to approve the claims as presented, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

5. Correspondence: On behalf of the residents and the Town Board, Langmesser presented awards of recognition to Alby Materials and Payne & Dolan for their generous donations of time, labor and equipment. The Town is very thankful for these two companies for without them the Town Park would not have some of the extras that it does.

Clerk mentioned the Waterford Wonderland Parade being held December 6th at 5:30pm

6. Committee Reports:

a Police Dept. Report- Eggum reported 646 contacts for the month of October.

b Waterways Committee- Bluemel presented the committees concerns over the survey conducted by WWMD. Bluemel stated he felt that the changes would be significantly different then public opinion. He also stated that he submitted a bill for approx. $80 (stamps, envelopes, etc.) but had no receipts. Clerk/Treasurers office have already informed Bluemel that payment was not possible without receipts. Langmesser reiterated this fact and that he could not expect the taxpayers to pay for any bills without some sort of receipt. Langmesser also stated to the public that due to major budget constraints and the development of the Waterford Waterways Management District, the Waterways Committee was disbanded and those members are encouraged to join the WWMD.

c TVFD- Forkner reported that there were 21 EMS, rescue and fire calls for October.

d Park- Langmesser reported that the volleyball courts were completed mainly due to the generous donations from Alby Materials and Payne & Dolan, Inc.

e Road Dept. Langmesser reported that paving is completed for 2003. He did report a complaint to County Executive MacReynolds over garbage and debris being left on county roads. Langmesser also looked to the public for their help in stopping littering in the town.

f Town Planning Recommendations-

§ CSM- Peterson, Idlewood Ct.- Gauerke motioned to accept approval of Planning Commission subject to payment of cite fee and approval of Atty. Dubis, seconded by Baumgart. Motion carried.

§ Rezone & Town Variance Halbach, Lot 1 Miller Rd.- Gauerke motioned to approve rezone, allow one horse and poultry, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

§ Variance- O Brien, 8524 Hazel Ln.- Gauerke motioned to accept PC recommendation for approval, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

§ Town Level Variance- Baker, 8535 Hazel Ln.- Gauerke motioned to accept PC recommendation for approval, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

§ Amendment to Tichigan Corners Neighborhood Plan- Gauerke motioned to approve the amendment as presented to the Planning Commission, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

§ Development on Raab & Halverson- Concept only- No board action needed.

§ Preliminary Plat- Golden Meadows #3- Applicant voluntarily allowed thirty days for review at Planning. No action taken.

§ Development Proposal- Legacy Company- Buena Park Rd.-

Block indicated the concept was an acceptable idea but concerned because land use plan does not call for this type of development in that area and concerns over drainage in Lake Pointe.

Gauerke also stated that this was good in the basic concept. Felt some of the lots near the river were too steep and would like to see them pulled back. Stated that the 40 acres of preserved farm could remain A-1; maybe have multiple zonings and possible deed restrict from future development. Suggested to John Helding that he get on the WSD agenda to discuss connection off of the force main on Lake Point to address some neighbor concerns. Water would need to be kept off of Lake Point, Stark Sub. and Harold Ranke s property. Gauerke also showed the audience a copy of the Village of Waterford s land use plan showing farms that were once part of the town but now the village. Concerns over the village possibly annexing this parcel. Would rather see conservation.

Luick stressed again Lake Pointe and drainage concerns over how close some lots were running to the marsh as well as concerns over the pier

Langmesser stated he would like to see no one accessing the water from this subdivision. Felt as if the town may be setting a precedent if the board amends the land use plan. Stated there is already a police officer in the village directing traffic in the mornings and felt this subdivision will only be adding to the problem.

John Helding's next step would be to have the land use plan amended and apply a rezone.

Old Business:

(a) CSM & Drainage Agreement, Lots 1 & 2 Beechwood Ln.- Mike Iverson stated that the planning commission already approved the CSM (about a year ago). Board also discussed the drainage agreement for lot 8 (same area). Dubis was concerned over some of the wording. Langmesser motioned to approve the CSM and the drainage agreement subject to approval from County, Dubis and Crispell-Snyder, seconded by Luick. Motion carried.

New Business:

(a) Luick motioned to dispense of the agenda as written and review guard rail request for Zendek, Scenery Rd., seconded by Langmesser. Motion carried. Karen Sohr spoke on behalf of the Zendeks who were in attendance. Would like a 20 guard rail. Langmesser motioned to approve the guard rail, seconded by Gauerke. Motion carried. Langmesser stated that he wasn t certain when it would be installed and that most likely would be used. Walter Zendek indicated that this was fine. Motion carried.

(b) Draft resolution in regards to site restoration- 33319 Hill Valley Rd.- . Larry Gabrysiak, 32747 Sunburst Ct indicated that Racine County gave the Himebauch s another year extension. Dubis to create a resolution stating that the town would not see any more extensions and the site restored to the original restoration plan.

(c) Draft ordinance regulating use of fertilizers- Ted Derse, WWMD, stated that the board could remove the statement under 1(e)(iii) which states Within 50 feet of any wetland, pond, lake or standing water surface . Gauerke stated that if the statement stays would like to see river added. Discussion followed. Langmesser instructed Gauerke and Baumgart to work with the WWMD in regards to this ordinance.

(d) Bartender s Licenses- Luick motioned to approve the following subject to background checks, seconded by Block. Motion carried. Andreina Krizan and Wanda Sears.

Informal Public Comment Time- Langmesser indicated that the board has been working many hours trying to finalize a budget to present to the public. He stated that the town has managed, in light of the cuts in revenues from the State (over 27% worth) that the mill rate, dollars per thousand, will remain the same as last year. No increase!

Luick motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 PM, seconded by Block. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Tina Mayer, Town Clerk