TOWN OF SCOTT, BROWN COUNTY, WISCONSIN

MINUTES OF MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING(0726)

OCTOBER 9, 2007. 6:00 P.M.

 

 

1.  Call To Order

The October 2007 Monthly Town Board Meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday October 9, 2007 by Chairman Mike Van Lanen.  Present were Chairman Mike Van Lanen, Supervisors Cyril Van Laanen, Kenneth Jacobs, Colleen Harris, Tom DePas, Clerk Don Gibson, Planner Dave Cerny and Engineer Scott Brosteau.

 

2.  Affidavit of Posting

Affidavit of Posting was presented by Clerk indicating that all postings of agenda were done on October 5, 2007.  Motion by C. Van Laanen, second by Jacobs to approve the Affidavit of Posting.  Vote: Aye-5, No-0.  Carried.

 

3.  Approval of Prior Town Board Meeting Minutes.

Minutes of the September Meeting had been distributed to Town Board members.  DePas indicated that dates for WTA Convention are 21-24 October. Motion by Jacobs, second by C. Van Laanen to approve minutes as amended. Vote: Aye-5, No-0.  Carried.

 

4.  Public Input

Motion by M. Van Lanen, Second by C. Van Laanen to suspend the rules of order and open the meeting to public input.  Moton Carried.

Fred Sheppard–Concerned about his driveway access on east side of Bay Settlement Road is too high and is not graded properly. Peters Construction still owes him a load of gravel.  M. Van Lanen responded that the apron was put in per the plan.  He will contact DOT Engineer to determine if there is anything that can be corrected.

Fred Sheppard–Why are bike lanes not marked?  If it is a money issue he may be able to help. Also his survey markers on west side of road are not visible.

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

 

5.  Communications by Clerk, Engineer and Planner

Clerk:

A.  Street Lighting Bill.  Bill received for $11,268.19 from WPS for street lighting since October 2005 due to error in billing.  Will meet with WPS to resolve the issue.

B.  Dog License Fees.  End of year for 2007 tags.  License fees should be revised in as much as expenses are more costly than fees.

C.  Ordinances from Brown County.  Ordinances concerning immigration and speed limits in Lawerence were received

D.  Scottland Meadows Letter of Credit.  Business Bank will replace Northshore Bank.

E.  Hannon Burial Plot.  Burial plot on Hannon property on Nicolet Drive is on state registry Hannons have been informed.

F.  Shell Liquor Store Sign.  Fireworks sign will be replaced by Bay Liquor sign.

G.  Office Activity.  20 to 30 contacts per day require limits of traffic in Clerk’s Office.

Engineer:

A.  Hackberry Court Construction.  Construction has been completed.  Grades at Sussex Road intersection need improvement with more gravel, erosion mat or longer pipe.  Need to spray Sussex Road ditch for brush.

Planner:

A.  Job Description Job Description and summary of accomplishments was presented and reviewed.  Issue was referred to budget session.

 

6.  Specific Matters for Discussion and Action

A.  Hackberry Court Reconstruction.  Final bill has been received from MCC Construction for costs of reconstructing Hackberry Court.  Scott Brosteau stated that all items have been substantially completed and the project cost is less than budgeted. There is no retainage. A 2 year warranty is in effect as of 10/10/07.  Motion by DePas, second by Jacobs to pay MCC Inc. as requested and have Town Engineer apply for Trip Funds.  Construction costs are $61,000 and the TRIP Fund is $13,000

B.  Hickory Nut(Wery Road) Road Reconstruction.  Mead and Hunt is completing the engineering after receiving input from the affected parties.  Narrower pavement may be considered and locating roadway to the north edge of the ROW to save vegetation is being evaluated. Meeting to review final plan is October 30, 2007 at 6:00 P.M.

C.  Municipal Court Citation Ordinance.  Code of Ordinances 14 Citation Ordinance has been approved by legal counsel.  Motion by M. Van Lanen, second by Jacobs to approve the Citation Ordinance and take necessary steps to publish it.  Discussion followed on the need for a parking ordinance and the 7 common ordinances for all member towns. Vote: Aye-5, No-0.  Carried.

D.  Wisconsin Town’s Association Request concerning Group Health Insurance.

WTA has submitted a questionaire concerning interest in a group health insurance plan.  Motion by M. Van Lanen, second by C. Van Laanen to authorize clerk to complete and submit the questionaire. Vote: Aye-5, No-0.  Carried.

E.  Bienzen Request to Pave Debra Ann Drive.  Bienzen has requested permission to complete the paving of the east end of Debra Ann Drive.  Sewer District and Water Utility have approved of the plan. Outstanding financial obligations have been settled. Letter of credit will be required.  Bienzen submitted payment for administrative costs. Town will do necessary work at the west end of the road> (This was approved in September)

F.  Rubbish/Recycling Collection.  Approximately 20 residences were missed two weeks ago.  Everything OK last week. Reminder that recyclables should be placed 4 feet from garbage bins. A meeting will be held with management to resolve complaints.  Newsletter will have information on the issue.

G.  Disposition of Old Town Hall Benches. They have been moved from the Annex garage to the Old Town Hall. Information has been received that they may be woth $50 to $75. each. Procedures to dispose of equipment need to be reviewed. All outdated street signs are to be salvaged.

H. 2008 Budget Schedule.  The following is the schedule for the Town to follow to complete the 2008 Budget.

October 15 6:00 P.M.                        Zoning Ordinance and Map Hearing

October 21-24                        Wisconsin Twon’s Assn. Convention