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August 13, 2007 Monthly Meeting
TOWN OF FOND DU LAC FOND DU LAC COUNTY PUBLIC HEARING AUGUST 13, 2007 7:00 PM The Public Hearing was called to order by Chairman Harold Manske. He explained that several businesses had requested that lighted motion signs be added to approved signs in the Town’s ordinances. The Planning Commission reviewed several types of signs and recommended that the Town Board approve the scroll, travel and dissolve/fade type of lighted signs as a special exception through review of the Planning Commission and final approval by the Town Board. There being no discussion, motion was made and seconded to adjourn to the Monthly Meeting. Motion carried. MONTHLY MEETING Chairman Harold Manske called the Monthly Meeting to order. Present were Chairman Manske, Supervisors Phyllis Giese and LeRoy Schmitz, Clerk Patti Supple, Treasurer Mel Buechel and various Town residents. Confirmation was made of open meeting notice. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved as presented. County Supervisor Mike Gannon noted that the Pioneer Road design has been let for bids. He added that the work is scheduled for 2009 with both the road and the bridge being done at the same time. Members of the Town Fire Department requested information on road closings, and noted that access to the Town Hall would be needed for fire and first responder calls. Jerry Keenan asked if the Town had turned down a permit for Mr. Nehring on Ellis Street which then forced him into annexing to the City. Due to the agreement with the City in this area, anytime the septic system fails the home owner must annex to the City and hook up to City sewer and water. The Town did not turn down a permit. Clerk Supple read the descriptions of the lighted signs recommended by the Planning Commission. The signs recommended included the scroll; a mode of message transition where the message appears to move vertically across the display surface, travel; a mode of message transition where the message appears to move horizontally across the display surface, and dissolve/fade; a mode of message transition accomplished by varying the light intensity or pattern where the first message gradually appears to dissipate and lose legibility simultaneously with the gradual appearance and legibility of the second message. She noted that these signs should be special exceptions through review of the Planning Commission with final approval of the Town Board. Chairman Manske noted that several businesses presented a petition requesting the changes to the sign ordinance. After discussion, motion was made and seconded to approve the above mentioned signs as a special exception through review of the Planning Commission and final approval by the Town Board. Motion carried. MSW Land, LLC presented a letter requesting that the letter of credit for Stillwater Estates be reduced to $250,000.00. The letter noted that completed work includes all stone/gravel in place for roads, culverts, ponds and most of the landscaping. Chairman Manske noted that Gremmer Engineering has approved the road construction up to this time. After discussion, motion was made and seconded to reduce the letter of credit to $250,000.00. Motion carried. The disposition of the Harry Schmitz lawsuit was discussed. The first option is to waive the daily forfeitures, require the preparation of plans, remove junk, and pay all attorney fees. This option could not be appealed and would be enforced by the court. The second option would be to require payment of daily forfeitures, preparation of plans, remove junk and pay attorney fees. This option could be appealed up to one year. Supervisor Schmitz recommended that the daily forfeitures be required. Chairman Manske noted that this would mean up to a year that the finalization of the project could be on hold. After discussion, motion was made and seconded to require the preparation of plans (engineered site and drainage plans), removal of junk, a payment of $20,000.00 to cover Town expenses, have the building assessed for structural compliance, with a 60 day window to comply. Failure to comply within the 60 days, the Town retains the right to assess daily forfeitures. Motion carried. The agreement with HNTB for the noise study for the trucking businesses and Fondy Sports complex was reviewed. Possible cost for both studies could be $6000.00. It was noted that the Sports Complex go-kart study should involve the number of vehicles that will be allowed on the track as well as the various types of motors that will be allowed. After discussion, motion was made and seconded to approve the agreement with HNTB. Motion carried. Supervisor Schmitz noted that he had concerns over the dust situation on the back property and noted that a better dust control system should be added. Fondy Sports representatives also noted that they are willing to install berms and plant trees to alleviate residents concerns over noise. Harry Lange noted that new subdivisions in this area should have a note in the covenants that there is commercial zoning nearby. Chairman Manske noted that he received the plans for the Winnebago Drive reconstruction. In the plans, Schmitty’s Bar loses its access onto Winnebago Drive. This creates a problem for residents on Garden Drive, because the only possible access for Schmitty’s is Garden Drive. Until a resolution can be found that addresses all concerns, motion was made and seconded to table the reconstruction of Garden Drive until a viable solution can be found. Motion carried with Supervisor Giese abstaining. No update on the water tower project. Esterbrook Estates Addition 1, the sewer lines have been installed. Samson Builders have requested a letter from the Town Board stating that all appeals concerning the construction of their building have been exhausted. Chairman Manske noted that Samson Builders need to request an inspection from the Building Inspector, and once the building has physically been inspected they can address any concerns that are raised. Motion was made and seconded to table action on the requests from Samson Builders until a physical inspection of the construction site is done by Charlie Martin, the Town Building Inspector and his recommendations can be reviewed. Motion carried. The proposed chain link fence with colored slats proposed to enclose the McArthur shed was reviewed. After discussion, motion was made and seconded to reject this type of fencing due to aesthetic reasons and it not completely blocking the view of the building materials and to require the construction of a solid six foot tall fence that completely blocks the view of the materials. Also all materials must be reduced in height to not allow viewing above the fence. Motion carried. A letter is to be sent by the Town Attorney addressing this matter. The letting of bids for the reconstruction of crossroads on the 151 bypass will be done on Tuesday the 14th of August. Road closing will begin in September. No scheduled meetings for the Planning Commission or Board of Appeals. Mr. Nehring on Ellis Street has petitioned for annexation to the City. Martin Road will be closed to through traffic beginning August 20, 2007. No Certified Survey Maps. Motion was made and seconded to approve the application for operator’s licenses to Kevin Sloan and Jackie Lichtenwald both to work at Aldi’s. Motion carried. Motion was made and seconded to approve the soda license for Fondy Sports Complex. Motion carried. The next meeting of SD #3 is scheduled for Thursday August 16th at 4:30 pm. Clerk Supple noted that the population estimate for the Town is 2477. The updated web-site is up and running. So far, the recommendation for town wide garbage pickup has been well received. Chairman Manske reported the prices for salt for 2007-2008 are salt $42.48 per ton and salt/sand mixture $22.26 per ton. FINANCIAL REPORT: General Account received: $851,139.44 Orders: 855,573.84 Balance: 3279.16 Money Market: $87,740.44 CD#439716 $435,000.00 CD#439736 $297,957.13 Road, Bridge, Culvert & Eq.: $1351.91 CD#438632 $578,500.00 Park Fund: $8885.42 Recycling: $2154.50 Motion was made and seconded to approve the Financial Report. Motion carried. PAYMENT OF BILLS: Bills: $830,799.59 Wages: 411,238.94 Motion was made and seconded to approve the Payment of Bills. Motion carried. Motion was made and seconded to adjourn. Motion carried. Submitted by Patti Supple, Town Clerk
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