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Oct 10, 2005

TOWN OF GENEVA

MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

OCTOBER 10, 2005

Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Kopecky called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. In attendance were Kopecky, Supervisors Van Lue, McLernon, Loomer, Cramer, and Attorney Torhorst. Clerk/Treasurer Kirch took the minutes of the meeting. Motion (Loomer/Cramer) to approve the September 12, 2005 meeting minutes. Approved 5-0. Motion (Van Lue/McLernon) to approve the Treasurer’s Report as presented. Approved 5-0. Balances reported as of September 30, 2005:

ASSETS SEPTEMBER 2005

10003 LGIP Savings 337,306.31 Total Income 2,345,130.59

10005 Tax Checking Account 4,356.98 Total Expense 2,269,076.38

10007 Money Market Account 519,134.52 Net Income 76,054.21

10009 Boat Launch Project Ckg Acct 28,483.54

1100-50000241 Regular Checking 164,292.34

Total Checking/Savings 1,053,573.69

Chairman Kopecky gave the Town of Geneva Planning Commission Report –

· Adil Neal Dzabiroski – Rezone – Current zoning A-1, requested zoning R-4 (multi-family). Joe stepped down from the Commission to present this request. The plans are to renovate the current building into four family units. The existing barn will be converted to four garages. To be owner-occupied rental units. Motion (Cramer/Loomer) to recommend to the County to approve the rezone from A-1 to R-4. Approved 4-0. Motion (Cramer/Loomer) to recommend to the County to approve the conditional use which is limited to four residential units. Any change in the conditional use must first come to the Town Board for approval. Approved 4-0. Van Lue to write letter to the County.

· Robert Bronisz – Rezone – Current zoning C-4, requested zoning R-2. There are three parcels that once were designated as wetlands. The parcels are located on Tulip Road and Lakeview Drive. Letters from the DNR, U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, and Walworth County were presented. Wetland delineation was done. Four residents against the rezone. Motion (Loomer/McLernon) to approve the rezone request from C-4 to R-2. Approved 3-1 (Cramer voting against). Van Lue to send letter to the County.

· Tom Gangus – Rezone – Current zoning A-1, requested zoning R-1. There are 2.5 acres and Mr. Gangus wants to create two parcels zoned R-1. Lot 1 will be 1.29 acres and Lot 2 will be .99 acres. The property is on Schofield Road. Tom had the land tested for a mound system. He plans to build a home on Lot 1. Decision at October 24 meeting.

· Shirlee Bahn & William Loehrer N2957 Marshall Lane – The property is 5 acres. Two and one-half acres are zoned C-3. Two and one-half acres are zoned R-1. The plans are to divide the R-1 zoned parcel into two parcels of one and one-fourth acres each. This request is a lot line adjustment. Decision at October 24 meeting.

· Dan & Kelly Speckman N3105 Willow Road – 2 Variances – They want to replace an old fence with a vinyl fence on the property line, and they plan to build a deck across the front of the house. The request is because of setbacks and the property has a navigable waterway through it. A letter from the County dated August 17, 2005 was given to the Commission denying their request. Decision at October 24 meeting.

· October meeting changed to October 24, 2005.

Judge Letteney gave the monthly Municipal Court report. Gross Receipts for September = $23,451.11; Adjusted Gross Receipts for September = $15,664.94; Net Receipts to the Town after all expenses = $11,767.79. For Month: Payments – 189, Citations – 418, Final Disposition – 183.

President Van Lue reported on the September 21 meeting of the Lake Como Sanitary District. Public hearing held on the proposed special assessments to tax keys JLCB 00182, 00227, and 00228. RW Miller to repair roads per bid received. Light shields at Lift Station #1 were painted to soften the glare. Prepared proposed agreement to provide sewer and water to Town Hall. Passed Resolution 2005-09-21 on the special deferred assessments. Hank Kozubal W4090 Woodland had sewer backup into his basement. Mike Bridwell from Strand to check manhole for any evidence of a backup. Second meter installed incorrectly on Hawthorn Road. Homeowner refuses to correct. Scholze to research ordinance. Rough draft of budget provided to Commissioners. Public hearing to be held October 19 at 7:00 p.m. Bridwell was questioned on the design of the Violet Road forcemain. He said contractor was responsible for the damage. Bridwell said nothing needs to be done with the other manholes designed the same way. Bridwell to assist Mikrut with letter to contractor to have the ‘T’ replaced and the riser reinstalled. Discussed publication of unofficial minutes and signing of resolutions. Sonrise Construction has paid their fine. Rural Development requires all utilities with loans to complete a Vulnerability Assessment and Emergency Response Plan prior to February 28, 2006. WI Rural Water will help prepare. Pat Romenesko is preparing an analysis regarding any rate increase the District may want to consider. Continue to have a shortfall on the sewer side of the utility. Board requested numbers on the shortfall. Cost for impellers can come from the Equipment Replacement Fund, which has no limit on amount that can be spent annually. Mikrut logged names and address of properties reporting water problems. Complaints on the cost of water. Mr. Palicki has requested a border around the bushes, so it is easier to mow. Not high bidder on Vactor. DNR has changed the fee for private wells. Sanitary District’s water is tested daily. Several requests for an automatic payment program. Questions on hiring new employee and Independent Inspection’s cross-connection list. Cramer provided copy of proposal ($1,100) for revising the electric at Lift Station #1. Town would be billed directly, rather than through the Sanitary District.

Ray Norton from Independent Inspections hasn’t heard anything from LCSD regarding the report on cross connections that was sent. Statistics for previous year (Sept 04 – Sept – 05) 3,342 inspections done, 133 were commercial, 45% building, 25% electric, 15% HVAC, and 15% plumbing. Norton reported that the new policy for re-inspections began last year. Audrey Boss spoke on her and Joe Mesler’s plans for the Town. Attended Planning Commission meeting. Boss gave a short review of what they can provide to the Town. Boss has just passed her building certification, and stated that by February or March she will have all certifications. Dave Sturdevant reviewed his qualifications. Stated he never uses red tags. At inspection, list can be made on the job or call to the carpenter. Red tags do more harm, communication is the best thing. He cannot inspect commercial electric. Scott Lowell spoke in support of Independent Inspections. Kopecky has requested feedback from the Board. Kopecky has talked to other builders and recommends that other Board members do the same. Discussion on drainage analysis report and process discussed. Also how this report relates to driveways. No other applications are to be received. Board will schedule a closed session to discuss matter.

Larry Kulik of the Lake Geneva Fire Department presented certificate of appreciation to Chief Gritzner for the Police Department’s support on a daily basis to help them do their job. Round of applause given.

Reviewed sewer and water service agreement for the Town Hall. Motion (Cramer/McLernon) to enter into the agreement with the Lake Como Sanitary District to run sewer and water to the Town Hall for approximately $20,000. Approved 5-0. Randy provided two bids to the Board to hook up the Town Hall and put stubs to the garage.

Van Lue read letter from Michele Sherman regarding the burned home on Beach Road. Nothing has been cleaned up in the yard, is a public nuisance. Torhorst will send letter to raze.

Tapco installation invoice presented. Flashing lights will be installed as soon as time issue is coordinated. Sandy Kulik will make sure Digger’s Hotline is called. Motion (Loomer/McLernon) to approve paying $429.50 (half of bill) for installation of the warning lights. Approved 5-0.

Request presented for vacating a portion of Aspen Road adjacent to Park Drive, Tax Key J G 2300013D. Board said they would entertain the idea of doing something with this request.

Motion (McLernon/Van Lue) to approve the two Operator Licenses for Andrea Stricker and Kristin Torgerson. Approved 5-0.

Torhorst currently working on policies. Copies of Eau Claire’s policy provided to Kopecky and Gritzner. Torhorst needs to review operator licenses for two other applicants. Will consider at November meeting. Still working with title company on ownership of frontage that abuts Lake Como for the Caruso pier permit.

Miscellaneous –

Loomer will forward to the Board fire department budget figures.
Town budgets have been forwarded to department heads. Meeting set for October 21 at 9:00 a.m.
MDC’s came in today. General Communications will install.
Boat Launch project nearly complete. Striper painted only 20 stalls instead of 23. Will correct. Need dirt filled in around edges. Will pull pier second week in November. Weed harvester only used three weeks this year. Getting bids on painting.
Discussed the painted crossing paths for the bike trail.

Motion (McLernon/Loomer) to adjourn. Approved 5‑0. Next meeting scheduled for November 14, 2005 at 7:00 p.m.

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Chairman Kopecky

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Supervisor McLernon Supervisor Cramer

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Supervisor Van Lue Supervisor Loomer

Respectfully submitted,

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Debra L. Kirch, CMC, Clerk/Treasurer

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