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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning & Development Committee 08-24-1993MINUTES PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE AUGUST 24, 1993 ST. CROIX COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, HUDSON, WI PRESENT: Chairperson Tom Dorsey; Supervisors George Menter, Bill Oemichen and Robert Boche. Staff present included Joe Grant, Brian Halling, Mary Jenkins, Tom Nelson, Bob Heise, Bruce Callen, John Krizek, Dave Fodroczi present for a portion of the meeting by phone and Rosemary Olson. Guests in attendance were Ed Bremmer, Richard Rivard, Cyril Cernohous, Jim Weber, Al Nyhagen, Quentin Weinzierl and Louie Filkins. ABSENT: Supervisor Linda Luckey was absent when the meeting was called to order. She arrived at 9:30 a.m. Chairperson Dorsey called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Motion by Boche, seconded by Oemichen to adopt the amended agenda. Motion carried. Motion by Boche, seconded by Menter to approve the previous month's minutes. Motion carried. Grant pointed out that the word "Monica" is misspelled and should be spelled "Monicken". Luckey noted that under the item Apple River Sanitary Survey, the first sentence refers to Nelson receiving a letter from the Town of Somerset, and should read the Town of Star Prairie. The next meeting date was scheduled for September 30th, 9:00 a.m. PARK BUSINESS Bills and Invoices Grant distributed and reviewed a copy of bills previously signed by Chairperson Dorsey, with additional bills to be signed totalling $2,174.03 . There was discussion on the fact that the tires for the new mowers have no warranty coverage. Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to approve the July bills as presented by Grant. Motion carried. On the back of the list of bills, Grant reviewed a comparison of user fees for 1992 and 1993. He noted that visitation is down for the year, but the user fees are up because of the increase in the fees. He further noted that the last couple of weekends have been full with overflow crowds. 9:30 a.m., the Crane Town Store Grant introduced Richard Rivard who currently has the Crane Town Store on his property. Rivard gave some background information on the store including pictures. Grant distributed a copy of the bill of sale when the County sold the store to Mr. Rivard for $1.00. The deed states that the store should be ".-available to the general public..." and that "...restoration should reflect its past as a fur trading and community store...". Rivard stated his intentions are to move the building to a new home site he is planning to build on if his existing property sells. He pro oses to then convert the store to a private residence. The Committee noted that as a private residence, the store would not be available to the general public. If the County did want the store back to be put at the Glen Hills Park, he would want to be reimbursed for the restoration, estimated at $7,000. He further noted that he would like some type of an agreement that the buildins would keep its authentic appearance. Grant estimated that it would cost $2,000 to move the building to the park, plus $500 more for utilities and $500 for a foundation. Chairperson Dorsey stated that the Committee would have to further discuss this matter. Go into Closed Session per WI Statute sec. 19.86(1)(c) for the Purpose of Annual Performance Evaluation for Parks Director and Reconvene into Open Session per WI Statute sec. 19.85(2) Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to go into closed session for the evaluation of the Parks Director. Roll call vote; Luckey - yes, Oemichen - yes, Boche - yes, Menter - yes, Dorsey - yes. Motion carried. A motion was made (Menter, Luckey) and passed unanimously to come out of closed session. While in closed session the Committee evaluated the performance of the Parks Director and a motion was made (Oemichen, Boche) and passed authorizing Chairman Dorsey to sign the completed evaluation form. Park Manager's Report Grant introduced Ed Bremmer from Troy Park. Bremmer reported that the water is up two feet since Tuesday and he has done some rearranging of the beach area and picnic area. He further reported that he is routinely having traffic problems at night and the YMCA is still taking boats in and out on park property. He stated that the traffic from the YMCA use is causing a lot of destruction of the beach area and stated that this disagreement with the YMCA has been going on for years. Bremmer showed the Committee pictures he has taken of the destruction. Oemichen stated that he does have a conflict of interest in this matter but will meet with Bremmer and John Duntley from the YMCA on Saturday to discuss this matter. Dorsey informed the Committee that he had visited Troy Park two weeks ago and got to see the debris that has floated up on the beach area and has talked to Emergency Government about applying for disaster relief for the loss of revenue at Troy Park. Grant stated he was contacted by Richard Sullwold, President of the Fair Board, exploring the possibility of using Snowmobile Association funds to construct a bridge at the County Fairgrounds. Grant distributed a copy of a letter he wrote to Mr. Sullwold explaining his opinions and reasons for not applying for bridge rehabilitation funds. Grant discussed civil defense equipment that is stored in a barn at the park. Grant noted the park could use the space for storage. He has contacted Emergency Government several times to remove the things. Supervisor Nyhagen who serves on the Emergency Government Committee stated that arrangements have been made to remove the equipment or it will be taken to the dump. Grant reported that he is not getting any cooperation from law enforcement on the Woodville Trail. He stated that ten of the sixteen suns he put up have been stolen. He has replaced seven of them and more are on order. The new signs will have vandal -proof hardware. He further noted that the trail will be off limits to hunters during deer hunting season. ZONING BUSINESS 11:00 a.m. Ordinance Amendment - More than 2 Residences, Ag District Nelson read the public hearing notice requesting a proposed amendment to the ordinance to allow more than two dwellings in an exclusive Ag District. He then read from the ordinance as to how to proceed in this matter. Nelson noted this could be a permitted use or a special exception to go before the Board of Adjustment for review. James McNamara, 2580 - 170th Ave., Emerald, WI, explained the reason for the request. McNamara stated they have always had two houses on the farm and a third house (trailer) was added about 20 years ago, and then removed from the site. Now his sons are working with him on the farm, and they want to put a third dwelling on that site again. He then distributed a picture of the farm yard pointing where the dwellings would be located on the property. McNamara states that if he has to split the farm now, and if his sons decide they no longer want to farm and move off the farm, McNamara would have to buy the property back from his sons, which he would like to avoid. McNamara stated that the Town has approved this, the County Farm Bureau is in support of the third dwelling, and the County Farmer's Union backs this also. He introduced Mrs. Robertson, Vice President of the Glenwood City Bank, who also supports his petition. Robertson stated her support for McNamara and feels it would be an economic hardship on him if he had to incorporate part of the farm or lose one of the son's help. Nelson noted that a letter was sent to all of the Town Clerks advising them that this was on the agenda for today, along with a hearing notice. Nelson has received one piece of correspondence from the Town of St. Joseph. Quentin Weinzierl, Chairperson of the Town of St. Joseph, 142 Co. Rd. E, Houlton, WI stated the Town of St. Joseph is not in favor of this amendment for two reasons: 1. There is nothing to show how many houses you could put on a farm; and, 2. "Weekend farmers" could request additional houses. He said that he is not in favor of this as a permitted use, but is in favor of an ordinance amendment treating it as a Special Exception with guidelines written into the ordinance. Gene Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator for the Town of Rush River, is not in favor of the request and sees no hardship. He is satisfied with the current rules. Discussion was held on the possible guidelines that could be set for this type of request. Motion by Boche, seconded by Menter to close the hearing. Motion carried. Chairperson Dorsey suggested this matter be discussed further. Nelson stated that the opposing Towns must send a certified resolution to the Zoning Office noting their opposition. Discussion on what the current violation is. Chairperson Dorsey stated that a public hearing on any new ordinance language would have to held and then the issue would go before the County Board. MINOR SUBDIVISIONS As presented by Mary Jenkins: Marion & Susan DeJong SW 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 32, T30N-R16W, Town of Emerald, 1 lot - 2.412 acres, original - 172 acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Menter, seconded by Oemichen to approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. John Sausen NW 1/4, SW 1/4 and NE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 27, T29N-RI9W, Town of Hudson 1 Lot - 2.967 acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to soil test; future Town road right of way and width to be shown; and, right of way width on Brakke Road to be shown. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Luckey, seconded by Menter to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. John Windolff SW 1/4, SE 1/4 and SE 1/4, SE 1/4, 4 lots - 15.65 acres, original - same STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: repeated in 1/4 - 1/4. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion per staff recommendations. Motion Sec. 20, T29N-R19W, Town of Hudson Conditional approval subject to soil tests; lot numbers are by Oemichen, seconded by Menter to conditionally approve carried Dean and Darlene Bauer NE 1/4, NE 1/4, Sec. 35, T28N-R18W, Town of Kinnickinnic 2 lots - 39.93 acres, original - same STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Menter to approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Eugene Emerson NE 1/4, NE 1/4, Sec. 331 T28N-RI8W, Town of Kinnickinnic 2 lots - 11.03 acres, original - 65+ or - acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to soil tests; show setback lines; in -curve data table curve numbers should be lot 4 and lot 5; in description, line 1, paragraph 3, distance should be 676.94 ft; line 1 of last paragraph in description, existfin is misspelled. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Gloria Asmussen and Leeland Wolfgang NE 1/4, SE 1/4, Sec. 3, T28N-RI8W, Town of Kinnickinnic 1 lot - 3.910 acres, original - 140+ or - acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to the chord distance should be 323.42 ft; and show the driveway. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Luckey, seconded by Boche to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Oemichen voting against. Thomas Krohn SW 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 26, T3ON-RI 8W, Town of Richmond 1 lot - 2.51 acres, original - 38 + or - acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Luckey, seconded by Oemichen to conditionally approve with the condition that a building permit be obtained for the additional buildings. Motion carried. John Leys SW 1/4, SE 1/4, SE 1/4, SW 1/4, NW 1/4, SW 1/4 and NE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec 36, T30N-R19W, Town of St. Joseph 4 lots -- 22.5 acres, original - same STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to road to be dedicated; show what was set at S 1/4 corner; show building setback lines (road and water); add general notice statement. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Luckey to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Supervisor Luckey raised the issue of a landlocked parcel to the north of this subdivision and questioned how that issue should be resolved. It was noted that the Mary McKay parcel had been landlocked for years and staff and committee decided that the issue should be dealt with separately. Donald Nestrud NW 1/4, NE 1/4, Sec. 5, T29N-R19W, Town of St. Joseph 2 lots - 6.3 acres, original - 75 acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to identify who drafted the map; may want to add arrow to 3 1. 1 V at NE corner of lot 1 COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Luckey, seconded by Boche to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. K. Neumeier, C. Bell, J. Langford NE 1/4, SW 1/4 and SE 1/4, NW 1/4, Sec. 7, T30N-R19W, Town of Somerset 1 lot - 5.00 acres, original - 150 + or - acres STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to what was set at E 1/4 1/4 on sheet; "v" is missing from the word "surveyor". COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Menter to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Stanley Clausen NE 1/4, SW 1/4 and NW 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 31, T28N-R19W, Town of Troy STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to a soil test. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to conditionally approve per staff recommendations. Motion carried. Rich Buck SE 1/4, SE 1/4, Sec. 30, T29N-R18W, Town of Warren 1 lot - 2.296 acres, original - same STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Conditional approval subject to final review to be completed. COMMITTEE ACTION: Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to postpone. Motion carried. ZONING BUSINESS CONTINUED Computer Software Nelson explained that the Zoning Office is currently using the Permits System. Bruce Callen explained he has been working with the consulting firm that helped develop the payroll system for the County, who has now helped develop the system in the Real Property Listers Office. He further explained the importance of Zoning being able to interact with the Real Property Listers system and the ability of keeping records updated at all times. Callen pointed out that the old information would transfer to the new system. Callen stated he would like to start the project in the early fall of 1993 and finish up in 1994. Bills, Invoices & Revenue Report Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Boche to approve the bills as mailed to the Committee. Motion carried. Chairperson Dorsey requested that the minutes show that the revenue report was reviewed and approved. Violations & Citations Nelson distributed copies of the current violations and citations. Nelson stated that the new letter they are using is very effective. Zoning Amendments, Industrial Nelson reviewed the meeting he had in the Town of St. Joseph. He stated that the Town Board is extremely concerned about developing an industrial park. They are anxious for the County to amend our ordinance to add a Light Industrial District. Nelson stated there is an individual who wants to set up business in the Town of St. Joseph and the people at that meeting had a lot of questions about what was allowed at this time. Nelson assured the Town that the County is at work on an amendment to the ordinance. Staff agreed to meet September 7th in conference room 1216 at the Government Center, 7:00 p.m. to discuss the third dwelling issue and the Adult Entertainment Ordinance. Staff will have language written. Apple River Sanitary Survey Nelson reported that he went to the Finance Committee meeting as directed by the Planning & Development Committee to request money for the sanitary survey. He stated that the Finance Committee would not support this without the support from the Town of Star Prairie. Public Health Ordinance Nelson reviewed the original working relationship agreement between the Zoning Office and the County Public Health Department. Nelson distributed a copy of the current Public Health Ordinance and explained the need to rewrite the ordinance. He has received several ordinances from around the state to compare to St. Croix County's Public Health Ordinance. Nelson would like to meet with Barb Nelson from Public Health to discuss the rewriting of this and asked for the Committee's endorsement for the continuation of rewriting. Nelson will keep the Committee informed as to the progress on the rewrite. Park Money Release Form Nelson distributed a copy of a draft of the Park Money Release Form he has written to be presented to the municipalities to be completed by them when requesting park money. The County Treasurer's phone number will be added to the form. Discussion. Citation Ordinance - Citation Fees Nelson distributed a copy of the Citation Ordinance to the Committee and noted that he feels this ordinance is not as effective as it should be. He further noted that the fees should be larger to get the attention of individuals who are in violation. Nelson noted the recent concert in Somerset that would be an example of where a larger fee would have been more effective. Nelson stated he wanted the Committee to be familiar with this for future consideration. Cyril Cernohous: Zoning Office Procedures & Personnel Cernohous discussed the letter he wrote in February regarding an existing cut de sac and how the County is requesting that the road be extended. Cernohous reviewed a map of the area being discussed. He then distributed a copy of the letter Zoning Assistant Mary Jenkins wrote explaining why the road had to be extended to the next property line. Discussion. Oemichen will talk to the Town of Troy to determine who owns the lot and get all the facts about this matter. Motion by Menter, seconded by Boche to go into closed session per WI Statute sec. 19,85(1)(c) for the purpose of Annual Performance Evaluations for Planning Director and Zoning Administrator. Roll call vote; Luckey - yes, Menter - yes, Oemichen - yes, Boche - yes, and Dorsey - yes. Motion carried. Also present inthe closed session was John Krizek. A motion was made (Boche, Menter) and passed unanimously to come out of closed session. The Zoning Administrator was evaluated and the evaluation of the Planning Director was postponed. Address Numbering Nelson informed the Committee that a letter was sent to all the municipalities proposing that all addresses for new construction be given by the Mapping Technician in the Planning Department when the permits are being issued. The majority of the municipalities are in favor of this and one reply was not favorable from the Town of Star Prairie. 1994 BUDGETS Dave Fodroczi was contacted by phone to participate in this portion of the meeting. Chairperson Dorsey stated that the budgets to be discussed are the Economic Development, Surveyor, and Land Records Budgets. Rosemary Olson distributed copies of these budgets. Fodroczi reviewed the three budgets, pointing out changes or corrections. In the Surveyor budget, the major change was the vehicle and the liability insurance. Fodroczi discussed the price quotes he got on various styles and models of trucks for the Surveyor's use. Motion by Dorsey, seconded by Boche to approve the Surveyor's budget and send it to the Finance Committee. Motion carried. Fodroczi reviewed the Economic Development Budget and stated that nine communities have noted their support for this program. Motion by Boche, seconded by Oemichen to approve the Economic Development budget and send it to the Finance Committee. Motion carried. Fodroczi reviewed the Land Records Budget. The Committee agreed they need more time to review this budget and requested Fodroczi put together information to be discussed at the public hearing in Baldwin. PLANNING BUSINESS Bills, Invoices & Revenue Report Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Luckey to approve the July Planning bills. Motion carried. Fodroczi will bring an additional bill to the meeting in Baldwin for Jim Rusch's mileage to a Land Information Seminar he attended. Chairperson Dorsey requested that the minutes show the revenue report was reviewed and approved. The remaining Planning Business will be taken up at the September meeting. Cyril Cernohous had additional items to discuss with the Committee. He feels that misinformation is being sent out from the Zoning Office staff and the ordinance is being misinterpreted. Discussion on the Zoning staff and their procedures. Cernohous suggested that when a letter is sent out and a determination is made, a copy of that particular portion of the ordinance be sent with the letter so the citizen can read what is being addressed. Cernohous stated he disagreed with an earlier issue with a garage constructed without a permit and noted that there was enough setback from the house and that the person did not need a permit. The Committee stated their reasons for the decision made. Motion by Boche, seconded by Luckey to adjourn the meeting at 5:45 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted: Linda L. Luckey, SOetary ro it Lr r�: C 'I r - 4� r Rosemary Olso, Recording Secretary