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TOWN OF FOND DU LAC FOND DU LAC COUNTY PUBLIC HEARING JULY 11, 2011 7:00 PM The Public Hearing concerning amendments to the Fire Pit Ordinance was called to order by Chairman Harold Manske. Clerk Patti Supple read the recommendations from the Planning Committee. These recommendations included 25 feet distance from buildings, a list of prohibited burning materials, size of pits, portable pits usage, fire suppression equipment, responsible persons overseeing the fire, times for the fires, maintaining a fire, and reporting of illegal fires. Tony Koenigs asked for the liability placed on those who rent property. The liability is on the owner unless restrictions placed in lease. Kathy Meier stated that she felt at the Planning Meeting the distance for fires was 15 feet. After discussion with Fire Chief Craig Sanborn, it was determined that 25 feet was better. Attorney Matt Parmentier noted that the definition of a recreational fire needed to be added and also a cross reference for allowable materials should be added. There being no more discussion, motion was made and seconded to adjourn. 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, Attorney Matt Parmentier and various Town residents. Confirmation was made of open meeting notice. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved as presented. Dick Taddey noted that a water problem still exists on Forest Avenue Road. Chairman Manske reported that Pat Mand is working on the underground water problem. When the Road is reconstructed, the drainage in the ditches will be addressed. Mr. Taddey stated that storm sewers should have been installed. This is usually not an option in the Town. The water issue and ditch issue will be discussed with the contractor. Tom Hanewall stated that the water issue is an ongoing problem Chairman Manske reported that Mand is putting a gravel base down to help alleviate the problem. The County will also be checking the situation as they do work in the area. Fire Chief Sanborn noted that a stop sign is needed on Kennedy Drive. He also reported that during a fire call the doors for the Fire Equipment egress was blocked by vehicles from the construction workers. Chairman Manske stated he will bring up this problem at the Wednesday Contractors meeting. Mr. Hanewall stated that 25 MPH speed limit signs are needed in his subdivision at the main road access points. Recommendations for changes to the Fire Pit ordinance were reviewed. It was determined that the 25 foot limit from buildings was acceptable. Time limit for burning was set at 9 am to midnight. The recommendations from Attorney Parmentier were approved. Motion was made and seconded to approve the Fire Pit Ordinance as presented and to include the recommendations from the Attorney and the above referenced recommendations. Motion carried. A letter was sent to the Prairie Estates Subdivision Committee concerning the complaints made at the June Monthly Meeting. Mr. Hanewall from the Committee was present to address the concerns. He reported that no meetings have been held in recent years. He stated that the subdivision is composed of families with children and dogs who like the more rural setting. Most residents are very happy. He added that those who don’t like the type of lifestyle in this area should move to a more restrictive environment. Chairman Manske stated that if the Subdivision Committee would like to hold a meeting, the Town Hall is available for their use. Kaempfer & Associates provided an update to the water utility system. Included in the report was an update on the Booster Pump Station site, the Blue Heron Ponds Apartments connection, the Aeronautical Park update and the Brown Road Elevated Storage Tank. Motion was made and seconded to approve the Water Chlorination Facility Easements but to limit the entrance to those maintaining the facility and farm equipment. It was clarified this is not a road access. There will be 12 feet of blacktop and 4 foot shoulders for the entrance point. This entrance will be gated. Motion carried. The Farmland Preservation Law Conversion Fee has been repealed. An October Workshop will address the ordinance changes that will be needed. Dan Deuster of Fondy Sports Complex was available to address concerns and questions on the purpose of the fill site on the complex property. Denny Rahn of Rahn Excavation will be hauling in fill, potentially over the next several years. Initially it will be a fill site with future use as a recreational hill. Road access will be along the back of the property with an agreement with Touch the Earth Landscaping. Supervisor Schmitz requested that the first order of business with the fill is to create the berm along the west side of the property as a noise buffer. Motion was made and seconded to allow the fill site contingent of the previously required berm being installed and the hill to not exceed the 855’ above sea level restriction from the airport. The height restriction must include the height of any dirt, trees or buildings. Use is limited to sledding without express approval of the Town Board. The Counties approval is also required. Motion carried. Motion was made and seconded to approve the stormwater system on Mariearl Lane contingent on a signed agreement delineating the property owners maintenance and upkeep of the system with no cost incurred by the Town of Fond du Lac. This agreement must be added to the deed of all affected property owners. Motion carried. Motion was made and seconded to approve the reconstruction of Brown Road from CTH D to Esterbrook Road at a cost of @ $128,000 base coat only this year, Esterbrook Road from Brown to Rogersville Road at a cost of @$175,615.00 base coat only this year, and Garden Drive at a cost of $$101,295 plus tree removal and pole reposition. Motion carried. Motion was made and seconded to approve a soda license for Arby’s. Motion carried. The subject for stormwater management was rain barrels. Chairman Manske reported that the a frontage road by Lamartine may be constructed in 30 years? Hawes Court will also be extended. Supervisor Schmitz will be attending the Airport Meeting. Chairman Manske reported that a joint meeting with Sheboygan County will be held soon. No Board of Appeals or Planning Committee meetings are scheduled. Clerk Supple reported that elections will be held on July 12, 2011 and August 9, 2011. FINANCIAL REPORT: June 2011 General Account received: $379,524.90 Orders: 386,794.87 Balance: 45,884.53 CD: $275,000.00 Road, Bridge, Culvert & Eq.: $11,816.58 CD: $440,000.00 Park: $2464.62 CD: $25,000.00 Motion was made and seconded to approve the Financial Report. Motion carried. PAYMENT OF BILLS Bills: $32,479.94 Wages: $10,841.26 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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