Town of Blooming Grove Board Meeting Minutes – November 23, 2004

Chair Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:33 PM. Board members in attendance were Supervisor Linzmeier, Supervisor Johnson, Supervisor Stube, Supervisor Berg and Chair Anderson. A full quorum was noted

Others in attendance were: Clerk/Treasurer Audrey Rue, Deborah Sellers, Christy Bachmann of the City of Madison, Doug Nelson (Developer for City of Madison), Mark McLaughlin, Joel Hasse, Deputy Greg Sondreal, Dave Young, Dane County Supervisor Dave de Felice, Kristin Arsenault, Bill Blatterman and Jim Anderson.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Meeting Acknowledgment: It was noted the board meeting had been properly posted in the towns' five posting locations.

Public Hearing – Vacation of Old Meier Road : The Public Hearing was called to order. Chair Anderson asked for any comments or questions from the Board or the people in attendance with regard to this request. There were none. Chair Anderson made a motion to table the final decision until December 14, 2004, allowing the Plan Commission time to report on the request. The Plan Commission will report to the Board after their December 7, 2004 meeting.

A motion was made by Chair Anderson to adjourn the Public Hearing. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

The Board reconvened to the regular Board meeting.

Review Agenda – The agenda was reviewed.

Town's Consent to proposed City of Madison Development along Furey Avenue between Jacobson Avenue & Commercial Avenue: Christy Bachmann of the City of Madison and Doug Nelson a developer working with the city were present to discuss the development along Furey Avenue between Jacobson and Commercial Avenues.

Ms. Bachmann pointed out 2 areas where the trees would need to be removed. The trees are in the town right-of-way.

Mr. Nelson pointed out the storm water plans indicating water would be treated prior to dumping into storm water.

There will be no expense to the Town residents as the developer is responsible for all costs.

Supervisor Berg asked that the December 14 th agenda include discussion/decision on cost sharing repair of Commercial Avenue with the developer Doug Nelson.

Chair Anderson made a motion to have the Town consent to the proposed City of Madison Development along Furey Avenue between Jacobson Avenue & Commercial Avenue with the understanding that the two residents where the trees need to be removed are notified of such by the City. Supervisor Johnson seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 9037 – Rezone to C-1 Commercial District on Lots 10, 11 7 12 of Block 1 in the Gallagher Garden Subdivision: Jim Anderson who works with Greg Thompson was present. He indicated the original plan had been amended as an additional lot was purchased. He noted the county board has approved the rezone and Kathleen Falk has signed off on it.

A motion was made by Chair Anderson to approve the amended rezone of Ordinance Amendment No. 9037. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Street Lights at the Intersection of Milwaukee St and Rustic Drive : Dane County Supervisor Dave de Felice was present to talk about the tragic death of a friend/neighbor of his near the intersection of Milwaukee Street and Rustic Drive . He asked that the town board consider additional streetlights in that area.

Chair Anderson made a motion to have the clerk/treasurer look into the cost of doing this and include it in the budget process in 2005. Supervisor Johnson seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Fly Dane 2005: Dave Young noted Blooming Grove is already a partner in Fly Dane and therefore could get a new updated map for free. Dave noted it is the Plan Commission's recommendation to get the large updated map and a 4-foot contour map.

Supervisor Johnson made a motion to do what is necessary to get the basic maps for free. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded motion. Motion Carried.

IT WAS NOTED SUPERVISOR JOHNSON WAS EXCUSED AND LEFT THE MEETING AT 7:18 PM.

Sale of 1989 GMC pick up truck: Chair Anderson noted the town has put about 6 transmissions into this truck and he felt no more money should be stuck into it. Chair Anderson made a motion to sell the truck for $500 providing the money is paid before the truck is moved. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Public Works Update: Audrey indicated Fred Warren has done well in keeping things current. The yard waste will be completed on December 1, 2004. Audrey noted she has made contact with several resources on getting part time snow plowing help. She will interview a candidate on Wednesday morning for potential employment. Chair Anderson made a motion to allow Audrey to interview and hire, capping the salary at $12.50/hour. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded motion. Motion Carried.

November 9, 2004 Minutes: A motion was made by Supervisor Linzmeier to approve the minutes. Supervisor Stube seconded motion. Motion Carried 2 to 0. Supervisor Berg and Chair Anderson abstained, as they were not in attendance at the November 9 th meeting.

Vouchers: A motion was made by Supervisor Linzmeier to approve payment of the vouchers. Supervisor Stube seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Public Comment: Deborah Sellers questioned why the “No Parking” signs are on Powers Avenue , where the trucks will go when Commercial Avenue is being repaired and when the December meetings would be held.

Adjournment: A motion was made by Chair Anderson to adjourn at 7:45 PM. Supervisor Stube seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Respectfully Submitted,

Audrey Rue, Clerk/Treasurer/Administrator

Town of Blooming Grove