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TOWN OF FOND DU LAC
FOND DU LAC COUNTY
PUBLIC HEARING
JULY 14, 2008
7:00 PM
The Public Hearing was called to order by Chairman Harold Manske. He
noted that the hearing was to review changes to the zoning ordinances.
The first change was to the 35 acre minimum for building in AG and AT
zoning. Clerk Supple read the recommendations from the Planning
Committee. She reported that after reviewing the different options,
the Planning Committee had to table a recommendation due to the fact
that Farm owners would lose their farmland preservation status if the
zoning was changed. Therefore, the Planning Committee recommended
tabling any changes for further review.
The second change involves utility building size in residential
zoning. Clerk Supple read the minutes from the Planning Committee.
After much discussion, the Planning Committee recommended limiting the
size of a utility building in RM zoning to 400 sq. ft. without a
variance. Tony Koenings requested that any changes be forwarded to
the Board of Appeals.
The final ordinance change recommended by the Planning Committee was
to add a swimming pool ordinance. Clerk Supple reviewed the ordinance
for the Town Board. One recommendation was to add the need for
notification to diggers hotline before digging, and to have a line on
the permit indicating the diggers hotline ticket number.
There being no more discussion, motion was made and seconded to
adjourn to the Monthly Meeting. Motion carried.
MONTHLY MEETING
The Monthly Meeting was called to order by Chairman Harold Manske.
Present were Chairman Manske, Supervisors Phyllis Giese and LeRoy
Schmitz, Clerk Patti Supple, Treasurer Jody Roffers and various Town
residents. Confirmation was made of open meeting notice. Minutes
from the previous meeting were approved as presented.
Jerry Keenan asked for the name of the Industrial Park. The last name
reported was the Fond du Lac County Airport Industrial Park. He also
requested information on who will be paying for the water lines to the
Park. Transmission lines will be paid by the Town and lines within
the Park will be paid for by the County. The will also need to make
improvements on Esterbrook and Forest Avenue Roads.
Jim Acheson asked if all residents were now hooked up to the sanitary
district lines. Chairman Manske reported that their might be one or
two not hooked up yet. This matter will be checked. Mr. Acheson also
asked whether County T or Rogersville Road will be opened. At this
time the answer is still no. He also reported that there is a problem
with erosion by the ponds in the Roberts Subdivision. The matter will
be reported to Mr. Roberts.
Chuck Schob asked for an update on the unfinished condo. It is in
foreclosure, but no final plans on whether it will be torn down or
finished.
Fire Chief Craig Sanborn reported that he has received this year’s
paperwork on the Employee Assistance Program.
Chairman Manske reported that the well at Fire Station #2 is
contaminated. Several private wells in the same area are also
contaminated. The FS#2 well will be chlorinated and resampled.
Due to insufficient information, motion was made and seconded to table
the change to the 35 acre minimum in AG and AT zoning. Motion
carried.
The reduction of the size of utility buildings in residential zoning
was reviewed. Chairman Manske stated he felt that a 400 sq. ft.
building in RM and RR zoning was still too large. He felt 300 sq. ft.
was sufficient. After review, motion was made and seconded to reduce
the maximum size of utility buildings in RM and RR zoning to 300 sq.
ft. without a variance. Motion carried.
The swimming pool ordinance was reviewed. Due to the fact that more
swimming pools are being erected in the Town, there is a need for an
ordinance regulating the construction of the pools. Added
recommendations include: calling diggers hotline, adding outdoor hot
tubs, etc., and sending out a letter telling residents that a
swimming pool ordinance has been adopted and that pools must meet the
requirements. Motion was made and seconded to approve the swimming
pool ordinance with the recommended changes. Motion carried.
After discussion, motion was made and seconded to approve the contract
with EarthTec for stormwater management. Motion carried.
Chris Kaempfer of Kaempfer & Associates presented an update on the
water utility district. He noted that the Town will need an easement
through the Airport property. An easement will also be needed with
ANR Pipeline due to a high power gas main. A copy of both easements
was forwarded to Attorney St. Peter for review. Seventeen contractors
pre-qualified for the transmission line project. Bids will be opened
on July 17, 2008 at 2:00 pm at the Town Hall. An environmental,
archeological and historical review must be done on the significant
areas of the project. Mr. Kaempfer also presented a status report on
the transmission line project and the water tower site. He
recommended that a workshop be conducted to discuss special assessment
procedures and policies. As well as board members, Dave Wagner, Chris
Kaempfer, and Attorney St. Peter should attend. The recommended date
is August 14th, 2008. John Eilert asked when the transmission line
project will begin. Construction could possibly begin the second or
third week in August of this year. Bob Thompson asked for an update
on payment options. Mr. Kaempfer stated that a plan is in place, but
the final numbers need to be determined.
On July 22, 2008 at 6:00 pm there will be a meeting to discuss options
for the Highway 151 bypass for Martin Road, County V and Highway 45.
Chairman Manske met with the owners of Fondy Sports Complex, and
Attorney St. Peter to review changes to the agreement and track site.
No Board of Appeals meetings planned. The Planning Committee will
meet to review the Wausau-Everest plans in the Industrial Park.
No annexations.
Road projects are on hold. The roadman is on vacation until July 23,
2008, so the weeds will not be cut until then. Tom Janke will be
looking at culverts on River Road and Alexander Lane.
The CSM from Renovators FDL, Inc. on CTH T was reviewed. Action was
tabled due to the fact the property is still zoned AG.
Motion was made and seconded to approve the following operator’s
licenses:
ALDI’S Rita Rose-provisional
AJ’s Jackie Nelson-regular
Ashley Sobotta-regular
Mandy Sabel-regular
Deborah Feldner-regular
Gary Garlow-regular
Jenny Abhold-provisional
Gina Stateson-provisional.
Motion carried.
Sanitary District #3 will meet on July 17, 2008 at 6:45 pm.
Ambulance service from the City will increase from $13.00 per resident
to $23.00 per resident. On the agenda for the August meeting will be
the fencing of the shed in the Lange subdivision and the tree removal
on Bechaud Beach Dr.
FINANCIAL REPORT: June 2008
General Account Received: $584,753.67
Orders: 585,188.88
Balance: 10,020.46
Money Market: $2072.44
CD $500,000.00
Road, Bridge, Culver & Eq. $2093.14
CD $435,000.00
Park Fund: $12,822.09
Recycling: $10,657.28
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Financial Report. Motion
carried.
PAYMENT OF BILLS;
Bills: $652,869.08 Wages: $13207.87
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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