Town of Blooming Grove Board Meeting Minutes – December 14, 2004

  Chair Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:39 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, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Mike Wolf, Deborah Sellers, Mark McLaughlin, Joel Hasse, Dave Young, Louise Foster, Carol Loomis, Chuck Deadman, Jr., Hung Nguyen, Jean Hennessey, Stephen Hennessey and Thomas Streber.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

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

Review Agenda – The agenda was reviewed.

No Parking on Cottontail Trail: Jean Hennessey, a resident on Cottontail Trail noted Cottontail is the main entryway into Rambling Acres. She expressed safety concerns indicating the road is not wide enough for parking.

Chuck Deadman, Jr, also a resident on Cottontail Trail raised issues relating to alternate side parking.

The Hennessey's would prefer “No Parking” on their side of the street. The Deadman's prefer alternate side parking.

Chair Anderson made a motion to hold a Public Hearing to discuss this issue on January 11, 2005. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Berg. Motion Carried.

Condition and/or Planned Use of 4002 Alvarez Avenue : Mr. Hung, the owner of this property, distributed a Certified Survey whereas he is proposing duplex housing. He indicated he has begun the process with Dane County .

Dwight Johnson noted the Plan Commission had discussed this address at their last meeting. The Plan Commission suggests something needs to be done as soon as possible.

Chair Anderson made a motion to refer this to the January 11 th Board Meeting hoping to have additional information by that time. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.

Road Repair on Commercial Avenue : Supervisor Berg noted he had asked for this to be on the agenda. He noted he had done some background work on repairing the area of road in the town as well as the sidewalks within town boundaries. Supervisor Berg had met with developer, Doug Nelson and discussed the issue with him. It was noted there are only 2 homes in the Town of Blooming Grove within the stretch of road being developed.

Supervisor Berg asked the Board to support his quest in encouraging the developer to improve the road either with the Town or for the Town.

It was noted that the 2005 road budget would be discussed in February, 2005.

Chair Anderson made a motion to take this project into consideration when the 2005 road projects are discussed. Supervisor Berg seconded this motion. Motion Carried.

Curb & Gutter in 100 & 200 Blocks of Rethke Avenue : Supervisor Johnson made a motion to defer this to the January 11, 2005 board meeting. Motion was seconded by Chair Anderson.

Supervisor Berg commented on the Rethke Avenue area, noting the density of the area and the need for infrastructure. He suggested possibly curb and gutter be expanded to the 300 and 400 blocks of Rethke.

Motion Carried.

Northeast Municipal Court or Town of Dunn Municipal Court : It was noted the cost of Northeast Community Court includes a prosecutor whereas the Dunn Municipal court cost does not. It also was noted how very little we use any court system.

Chair Anderson made a motion to maintain our involvement with Northeast Community Court for 2005. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Linzmeier. Motion Carried.

Time/Date of 2 nd Board Meeting in December, 2004: The Board agreed a quorum would meet to approve year-end bills on Tuesday, December 28, 2004 at 12:00 Noon.

Traffic Violations in April Hill: Dan Ampe was present to complain about speed limits and stop sign issues in April Hill. Supervisor Johnson noted he had also witnessed stop sign violations.

Supervisor Johnson made a motion to provide police enforcement, not to exceed $2000, which is what is left in the 2004 budget. The office staff is to look into working something out with Dane County Sheriff. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Linzmeier. Motion Carried.

Vacation of Old Meier Road : Chair Anderson made a motion to approve the Resolution of vacation of Old Meier Road . Supervisor Linzmeier seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

Membership in the Wisconsin Towns Association Urban Towns Committee: Supervisor Johnson made a motion to discontinue membership in the Urban Town 's Committee. Motion was seconded by Chair Anderson. Motion Carried.

Appointment of Election Officials: A motion was made by Chair Anderson to appoint the Election Officials per the list attached to the original minutes for the term January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2006. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Johnson. Motion Carried.

Public Works Update: Mike Wolf gave an update on the Public Works staffing. A person has been hired to assist Fred Warren in the event of a major snow or ice storm.

Update on Grace Evangelical Church Construction: Supervisor Berg asked for an update on this project. Supervisor Johnson provided a brief update.

November 23, 2004 Minutes: A motion was made by Supervisor Berg to approve the minutes as presented. Supervisor Linzmeier seconded motion. Motion Carried 4 to 0. Supervisor Johnson abstained, as he was not in full attendance at the November 23rd meeting.

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

Public Comment: Deborah Sellers asked for an update on Alternate Side Parking and the BUILD Grant.

Tom Streber asked for clarifications on building permits time limit.

Adjournment: A motion was made by Chair Anderson to adjourn at 7:56 PM. Supervisor Johnson seconded motion. Motion Carried.

Respectfully Submitted,

Audrey Rue, Clerk/Treasurer/Administrator

Town of Blooming Grove