The May 2005 Monthly Town Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. May 10, 2005 in the Town Hall by Chairman Mike Van Lanen. Present were Chairman Mike Van Lanen, Supervisors Cyril Van Laanen, Kenneth Jacobs, Jason Horkman, Clerk Don Gibson, Treasurer Richard DeBauche, Constable Lee Baenen and Zoning Administrator Dave Cerny.

The Affidavit of Posting and the Agenda were reviewed by the Clerk to verify that all appropriate notice of the meeting had been given. Motion by Jacobs, Second by C. Van Laanen to accept the Clerk's report and Affidavit. Carried.

A. April Town Board Meeting. Minutes of the April 2005 Town Board Meeting were reviewed by the Clerk. M. Van Lanen requested that his vote in the VandenPlas rezoning should by aye and the parcel number for the Hansen rezoning is SC-494 instead of SC-494-1. Motion by Horkman, second by Jacobs to approve the minutes as amended. Carried.

B. April Plan Commission. The April Plan Commission Minutes were read by Bill Roskams. Motion by M. Van Lanen, Second by C. Van Laanen to accept the minutes as presented. Carried.

C. Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting. Minutes of the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting were read by the Clerk. Motion to accept and file by M. Van Lanen, second by C. Van Laanen. Carried.

Motion by C. Van Laanen, second by Horkman to suspend the rules of order and allow for public input. Carried.

A. Steve Wirtz stated that the issue of police power for constables with training was not discussed as part of the 2005 annual meeting.

B. Ken Hendrickson provided an update on activities he has been involved in with the Drainage Board #4.

Motion by Jacobs, second by C. Van Laanen to return to the agenda. Carried.

Dave Conard explained that he is a full time member of Conard farms and would like to build a home on property owned by Conard Farms which is zoned A-2 Exclusive Agriculture. Town of Scot Zoning Ordinance allows for buildings as part of the farm operation in A-2 Zoning provided they are on a separate parcel of property. A Certified Survey Map was reviewed to define a 1.51 acre parcel as part of Sc-384. Motion by Horkman, second by Jacobs to approve the CSM as requested. Carried.

B. Basten CSM's.

James Westermann, Surveyor from R.E. Lee presented two Certified Survey Maps on property owned by Mike Basten on the north and south side of Debra Ann Drive. He also provided a lengthy review of drainage for the area and indicated that the proposed plans have no adverse effects on drainage in the area. The ditches are too shallow for storm sewers and a holding pond would require blasting. There will be no added impacts on the drainage of Bay Settlement Road. There may be more runoff with homes but it would be slowed by lawns. Bill Roskams of the Plan Commission stated that this looks like a subdivision. New lots should be treated like a subdivision. A full stormwater study is needed for this area.

Motion by M. Van Lanen, second by C. Van Laanen to deny the CSM's until an Area Development Plan and a complete Storm Water Management Plan is developed. Discussion followed on the various CSM's presented. Vote Aye-3, No-1. Carried.

C. Harrig Rezoning Parcel SC 450-3 - 19.77 Acres from A-2 Exclusive Agriculture

to A-1 Agriculture. Wayne and Janet Harrig are requesting rezoning so that they may build a home on this parcel. It is zoned A-2 Exclusive Agriculture and is 19.77 acres vs. 35 acres required for A-2 Exclusive Agriculture zoning. Motion by Jacobs, second by C. Van Laanen to Rezone parcel SC 450-3 from A-2 Exclusive Agriculture to A-1 Agriculture. Vote: Aye-4, No-0. Carried.

D. PHP/Scott Development Rezoning Request for 238 Acres of Property Known as Brunner Farm From A-1 Agriculture and A-2 Exclusive Agriculture to R-1 Residential The request is to rezone 238 acres to R-1 Residential. Dave Cerny explained that this request has been reviewed by the Joint Plan Commission and the Town Plan Commission. They plan to develop in stages from south to north. The Town of Scott Subdivision Ordinance requires public sewer and water in all new subdivisions. Sewer Service Area will have to be provided from that allowed for from the City of Green Bay as part of the boundary agreement. Water will be provided from the the existing Town of Scott source. Motion by Horkman, Second by C. Van Laanen to rezone 238 acres as requested from A-1 Agriculture and A-2 Exclusive Agriculture to R-1 Residential. Vote: Aye-4, No-0. Parcels rezoned are: SC 425, SC 428, SC 530, SC531, SC 532, SC 533-1, Sc 535, SC 536, SC 427-1, SC 427-6 and the eastern 400 feet of SC 424.

E. Appointment to Fill Vacancy on Town Board.

A vacancy at the position of Town Board Supervisor was created when Mike Van Lanen was elected to the position of Chairman. State Statute 17.26 indicates that the position is to be filled by action of the Town Board with the Clerk as the fifth voting member. The position was advertised and applications were accepted through April 23, 2005. There were five candidates for the position. Interviews with each were held on May 2, 2005. The term of office ends April 10, 2006. The successful candidate has 5 days in which to file the oath of office. The five candidates were: Colleen Harris, Tom Depas William Ullmer, Joe Charlier and Steve Dallaire.

--Motion by Horkman to appoint William Ullmer to the vacant Supervisor position. No second. Motion failed.

--Motion by Horkman, second by M. Van Lanen to appoint Town Depas to the vacant Supervisor position. Vote: Horkman-Aye, Jacobs-No, M. Van Lanen-Aye, C. Van Laanen-No, Gibson-No. Aye-2, No-3. Motion defeated.

--Motion by Horkman to appoint Steve Dallaire to vacant Supervisor position. No second. Motion failed.

--Motion by Jacobs, second by C. Van Laanen to appoint Colleen Harris to the vacant Supervisor position. Vote: Horkman-Aye, Jacobs-Aye, M. Van Lanen-Aye, C. Van Laanen-Aye, Gibson -Aye. Aye-5, No-0. Motion Carried

Colleen Harris was present and signed the Oath of Office and immediately assumed duties of Town Board Supervisor.

F. Appointment to Zoning Board of Appeals.

Motion by Jacobs to appoint Rick Prevost to another three year term ending March 31, 2008. Second by Horkman. Motion carried. Don Anderson's term has expired and he has declined the opportunity to continue. Town Chairman will take applications for the position until May 31, 2005.

G. Appointment to Scott Sanitary District #1 Commission.

Gus Swoboda has submitted a letter of resignation to the position of Commissioner of Scott Sanitary District #1. Town Chairman will take applications for this position until May 31, 2005. Motion by Horkman, second by M. Van Lanen to table appointments until the June 2005 Town Board Meeting.

H. Liquor License Applications.

Applications for Liquor Licenses have been received from the following: Legal notices will be published and the approval of the license applications will be on the June 2005 Agenda.

Class A Beer and Liquor

Craanen's Grocery

Bayland Shell

Class B Beer and Liquor

S & S Ridgeview Bar

Club Chalet Inc.

Victorias of Green Bay

Oak Ridge Bar and Grill

The Settlement

LTJ Limited-Royal Scot Golf Course

Off The Hook

Applications for operators licenses have been received from the following:

--Wayne Clark--Bayland Shell

--Derrick Rand--Royal Scot Golf Course

--Anthony Van Laanen--Oak Ridge

--Brad Carpiaus--Oak Ridge

--Amber Lipsky--Oak Ridge

--Kelly Laabs--Oak Ridge

--Brooke Koss--Oak Ridge

--Debbie Thiry--Oak Ridge

--Michelle Bader--Royal Scot Golf Course

All applicants had provided verification of completion of required training. Motion by C. Van Laanen to approve all applications and issue the licenses. Second by Jacobs. Vote: Aye-5, No-0. Carried.

J. Town of Scott Speed Limits.

Horkman reported that he and other members of the Town Board had recently attended training by the Wisconsin Town's Association on appropriate procedures to implement speed limits. He provided a summary of the speed limits as posted on each road and indicated that many of the speed limits are not properly posted. There must be a traffic study done for each speed limit and they must be approved by Town Board Resolution. Further action was deferred to the June 2005 meeting.

L. Resolution 2005-05-01 Property Insurance.

Insurance proposals for 2005 included property insurance by the Local Government Property Insurance Fund. The Clerk presented Resolution 2005-05-01 authorizing insurance for public buildings and other property belonging to the Town of Scott to be insured by the Local Government Property Insurance Fund. Motion by M. Van Lanen to approve Resolution 2005-05-01. Second by Horkman. Vote: Aye-5, No-0. Carried.

M. Town Hall Maintenance.

Custodian currently receives $60.00 per month for Town Hall Maintenance. Increased use of Town Hall and responsibilities for added Town property required additional work. Request has been received to increase the custodian pay to $85.00 per month. Motion by Horkman, second by M. Van Lanen to increase the Custodian pay to $100.00 per month. Vote: Aye-4, Abstain-1. Carried.

N. Designation of Depository for Town Funds.

Motion by M. Van Lanen, Second by Horkman to appoint Baylake Bank as the Depository for Town of Scott funds. Vote: Aye-5, No-0. Carried.

--Drainage District Update. The request to expand Drainage District #4 is being reviewed. The purpose of this district is to drain lands. There is no storm water runoff management. Motion by Jacobs, second by C. Van Laanen to refer this matter to legal counsel. Vote: Aye-5, No-0. Carried.

--EMS Coordination. M. Van Lanen presented an update on overall coordination of Rescue Services. A coordinator would manage all financial resources for Emergency Services. The following are options for an EMS Coordinator: 1) Ask for a volunteer, 2) Join with other towns in a joint venture, 3)meet with Fire Department Commissioners. Need to define direction before proceeding.

--Water Utility. A letter has been sent to the Wisconsin Public Service Commission requesting approval to form a Utility District using the name of Scott Sanitary District. There would be no additional facilities. This district could be operated by the Town Board or an appointed Commission.

--Urban Towns Committee. Meeting will be held on May 21, 2005. Agenda includes information on impact of deep wells and boundary agreements and annexation proceedings.

--Roberts Rules of Orders Meetings. M. Van Lanen stated that he has asked all members of Town Board, Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals for input concerning scheduling a meeting concerning use of Roberts Rules of Order to facilitate meetings.

--Dog License Registrations. 73 less dogs have been registered in 2005 vs. 2004. 45 have expired rabies permits. A letter will be sent to those who had permits in 2004 whose rabies have expired.

--Fence Repair Anapaula Lane. Brown County Shoreland Zoning has been contacted. They have concurred that the fence is being repaired and doesn't need a permit.

--Paser Ratings. Supervisor Harris provided a summary of PASER road ratings. They need to be updated. Will be evaluated on May 18, 2005.

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7. Clerk/Treasurer Reports. Treasurer reported a balance on hand of $296,444.63 with a summary of balances at various financial institutions. Motion by Horkman, second by M. Van Lanen to accept/approve Treasurer's Report. Carried. The Clerk reported receipts of $4,044.69 and disbursements of $43,058.51. Motion by Horkman, second by M. Van Lanen to approve Clerk's report. Carried.

The next Town Board Meeting will be June 14, 2005. Other scheduled meetings are: May 16, 2005 Hickory Nut Lane Abandonment or Layout; May 18, 2005 Review Town Roads; May 23, 2005 Board of Review. Motion to adjourn by C. Van Laanen, Second by Jacobs. Carried. Adjourned at 9:15 P.M.

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Donald L. Gibson, Clerk