2019 Town Board Meeting Minutes

TOWN OF BLUE MOUNDS MONTHLY BOARD MEETING JANUARY 14, 2019 7:00 PM Present: Town Chairperson – Dennis Jelle, Supervisor John Brixy, Supervisor Wayne Jones, Treasurer Nancy Goplin and Deputy Clerk Curt Winter Minutes for the December 2018 Board Meeting – Motion made by Supervisor Jones to accept minutes as presented, seconded by Supervisor Brixy. Motion passed unanimously. Road Maintenance Report - Patrolman Hankel was not at meeting due to inclement weather requiring his presence on the roadways applying salt . Chairperson Jelle spoke briefly regarding the township ’s ongoing discussions with FEMA in an effort to procure a grant to help mitigate road repair expenses due to storm damage. Supervisor Brixy urged the audience to communicate with legis lators to ask how the legislators intend to allocate any new revenue, with the concern that maintenance of town roads do not seem to have a voice at all. Report of Bldg and Grounds Committee - Chairperson Jelle reported the only new information is that the faulty window in the clerk’s office has now been replaced. Public Comments- There were no public comments. Adoption of Rezoning Process format - The discussion regarded having a written rezoning process that will provide clarity and direction for residents seeking answers to questions regarding the rezoning process. It is understood that this is a process that is subject to change as new requirements or process enhancements become available. It was asked if this format was on the Township website and, if not, to get it on there. Supervisor Brixy made a motion to adopt the Rezoning Process Format under the conditions outlined above, Supervisor Jones seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Martinelli CUP discussion/disposition Parcel#0606 -244-9000-4- A stateme nt by town resident and neighbor to this parcel, Warren Myers, indicated that the lighting fixture at the junction of the Martinelli ’s proposed driveway and County Highway JG should be Dark Sky Compliant, as should all the outdoor lighting on this project. There was unanimous agreement by the Board and this language was to be incorporated into the CUP. Supervisor Brixy made a motion to approve, sign and publish this CUP once the Dark Sky language was inserted. Motion seconded by Supervisor Jones and was passed unanimously. Z & L Properties Concept meeting - Z & L Properties is beginning the process of rezoning and then building on Parcel# 0606 -131-9801-0. The intent is to rezone this parcel from A1 -EX (Legacy) to COM (Town zoning) and construct one commercial building at one end of the parcel with the pote ntial of splitting the parcel in the future for additional development. Supervisor Brixy made a motion to allow Z&L Properties move forward with their conceptual plan and rezoning request. Seconded by Supervisor Jones. Motion passed unanimously. Lifechurch Concept Meeting - Note: Since no paperwork whatsoever has been submitted by applica nt, parcel number and address are not available . Shane Berken appeared to discuss potential plans to repurpose some square footage within the church into classrooms. Pa rcel currently is zoned under Legacy zoning with a CUP for place of worship and would require rezoning to COM (town zoning) which would allow “place of worship ” and “elementary education ” as permitted uses. There was much discussion concerning the dumping of snow on this property by the Village of Mount Horeb and the consequences of the melting snow to the residents who live downhill or in the path of the melting snow as it relates to flooding. Although not directly related to a potential rezoning request, Supervisor Brixy wanted to make the applicants aware that the dumping of snow issue may or may not surface during t he neighbor notification portion of any rezoning request. Motion made by Supervisor Brixy made a motion to allow this rezoning request to move forward, seconded by Supervisor Jones. Motion passed unanimously. Land Use Committee report- No report presented this month. Mt Horeb Area Economic Development Committee report - No report presented this month. Fire District Report - Chairperson Jelle reported an anonymous donor contributed money for the construction of a training tower for fire fighters/first respo nders. It was also reported that a fire engine is in need of a major engine repair. Review of Correspondence received- No correspondence review this month. Approval of bills - Supervisor Brixy made a motion with Supervisor Jones seconding the payment of b ills in the amount of 781,095.63 . Motion passed unanimously. Additionally, Supervisor Brixy made a motion for approval of payment to the Joint Fire District in the amount of 60,206.00 (verify amount) when due. Supervisor Jones seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Motion made by Chairperson Jelle to adjourn at (verify time). Supervisor Brixy seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted: Curtis Winter, Deputy Clerk Town of Blue Mounds Approved Minutes Town of Blue Mounds Board Meeting Monday, February 11 2019 Dennis Jelle opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Supervisors, John Brixy and Wayne Jones, Treasurer Nancy Goplin, Clerk Mike Freitag, and Deputy Clerk Curt Winter. Supervisor John Brixy made motion to adjust agenda and administer the oath of office to Clerk Mike Freitag before reading minutes from January 14, 2019. Supervisor Wayne Jones seconded the motion and motion passed. 3-0. Clerk Mike Freitag was read the Oath of Office. Agreed to uphold the duties of service. Mike Freitag signed document. Minutes for the January 14, 2019 Board Meeting- Clerk Mike Freitag read the minutes from the January 14, 2019 meeting. Supervisor Brixy made a motion to approve, Chairperson Jelle seconded. The motion passed 3-0. Road Maintenance: Road person is not present tonight. He is working on plowing snow. Building and Grounds: Site visits will take place on all Zoning requests. A plan is being developed and will be updated as needed. No Public Comments Barth Properties concept meeting for rezoning request for recently purchased #0606-103- 8000-6, 10188 CTH ID to separate buildings from farmland. Update, County did approve driveway move. Survey has been received and forwarded to the planning commission. Barth plans on attending Mount Horeb Plan commission meeting. Neighbor survey will be sent out this week. Will be revisited the 2nd Monday in March. All paperwork has been distributed. Hatch, Mike and Colletti, Kristen Concept for rezoning request for recently purchased parcel (number not supplied by applicant). Looking to add to existing driveway. Will need driveway permit from County. Does not have driveway permit from County yet. There is an existing driveway in place. Gary Karls has original driveway permit. No engineered study of driveway yet. If a driveway permit already exists only shared driveway agreement is needed. Enginered study needed before they can get approved for site. Study may already exist. Contact former property owner, Gary Karls to see what plans are already in place. Driveway must be no greater than 12% slope. Lafond, Kyle and Ryan concept meeting for rezoning request for parcel #0606-354-9130-0, 0606-354-9350-0, and 0606-354-9501-0, 9873 Blue Valley Road. Kyle wants to maintain ownership of lot 1 with Ryan gaining ownership of Lots 2 and 3 which are intended to be used for residential development. Inherited family farm. Two splits already exist. Two ways to go about the driveways 2 separate driveways or shared driveway. Chairperson Jelle recommends 2 separate driveways. Partial of his property is in town of Perry. Concept of driveways were discussed. Supervisor Brixy made a motion to approve The Lafond, Kyle and Ryan project with the stipulation that proposed lots 2 and 3 have independent driveways and certified engineering study be submitted. No splits remain on the property. Supervisor Jones seconded motion. Approved 3-0. SBCP Loan related info. Motion was made by Supervisor Brixy to approve note with State Bank of Cross Plains with the following terms: Loan amount of $41, 559.34 at 3.29%. Supervisor Jones seconded. Motion carries 3-0. Signers for State Bank of Cross Plains. Motion to assign signers on the note above to include Chairmen, Clerk, and Deputy Clerk and change Deputy Clerk title to include treasurer was made by Supervisor Brixy. Motion was seconded by Supervisor Jones. Motion carries 3-0. Signers for State Bank of Cross Plains Money Market accounts. Motion to make money market account sign-able by Chairmen, Clerk and Deputy Clerk/Treasurer by Supervisor Brixy. Motion seconded by Supervisor Jones. Motion approved 3-0. Signers for State Bank of Cross Plains Operating account. Motion made by Supervisor Brixy to make operating account signers Chairman, Clerk, and Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. Supervisor Jones seconded. Motion approved 3-0. Signers for State Bank of Cross Plains Zoning account. Motion for the zoning retainer account signatures should include all Board Members, Clerk, and Deputy Clerk and/or Deputy Clerk Treasurer made by Supervisor Brixy. Supervisor Jones seconded. Motion approved 3-0. Signers for State Bank of Cross Plains online accounts. Motion made to assign Clerk, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer and Chairman, authorization for online transfers from money market to operating account by Supervisor Brixy. Seconded by Supervisor Jones. Motion approved 3-0. Land Use Committee- Kevin Dupies Land Use Board Member commented that if the committee could get a timeline to determine when somebody will start building a house it would be helpful. Would like most current information available when the site visit is conducted. Mount Horeb Economic Development- No report. No meeting last Month. Transportation Issue- Would board be ok if Board Member Brixy could contact our County representative out of Verona. Wants to inquire on how the Transportation funds are split up. Conversation followed about how to get towns involved and become better represented. Board agreed it would be ok to contact representative from Verona. Fire District Report- Had a tour of fire-station #1 about 3 weeks ago nice building some work to be done yet not open to March 2019. Maintenance cost of $28,000 to repair fire- truck back to working order. Review of correspondence- Letter received from the Town Advocacy Council. Used to be Urban Towns Group. They would send people to Capital to lobby. Requested .25 cents per person. We have had a representative going down to Capital for free. Board Members have never heard of the new Advocacy Council. Supervisor Brixy will follow up with the Advocacy. Treasurer Nancy Goplin updated Board Members on town residents with outstanding property tax bills. Also some discussion about when the Town re-evaluation will be. Follow up with Helen Kahl and update accordingly. Approval of Bills- New format has been applied. Supervisor Brixy made a motion with Supervisor Jones seconding the payment of bills in the amount of $18,156.96 as of 2/9/19 and to authorize payment of the proper tax settlements for Barnaveld School District, Mount Horeb School District, College districts and Dane County. Motion approved 3-0. Liquor License. Some in-formal conversation was discussed on Liquor License formalities. Motion made by Chairperson Jelle to adjourn. Supervisor Brixy seconded. Motion Passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted: Mike Freitag Town of Blue Mounds Clerk Unapproved Minutes Town of Blue Mounds Board Meeting Monday, March 11, 2019 Dennis Jelle opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Supervisors, John Brixy and Wayne Jones, Clerk Mike Freitag, and Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Curt Winter. Nancy Goblin. Mike read minutes from February meeting. Dennis made a motion to approve, Wayne seconded, motion passed 3-0. Road Maintenance: Charlie is not here to update on FEMA and final plans. Looks like there will be some funds coming to the Town for flood damage an amount has yet to be determined. Buildings and Grounds: No issues No Public Comments Kyle and Ryan LaFond. Zoniing maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning TABLED to be discussed in the future. *Lafond, Kyle and Ryan – Public Hearing for rezoning request for parcels #0606- 354-9130-0, 0606-354-9350-0 and 0606-3549501-0, 9873 Blue Valley Road regarding Kyle maintaining ownership of Lot 1 with Ryan gaining ownership of Lots 2 & 3 which are intended to be used for Residential development. **Board announced the date of the Annual Meeting April 22nd 7:00 pm, Open Book (Thursday 6/20, 12-3 pm and 4-7 pm) and Board of Review (Wednesday 7/24, 5-7 pm) Z& L Properties, LLC- Public Hearing for rezoning request for parcel #0606-131-9801- 0, 2581 St Hwy 92, Mt Horeb for the purpose of creating a business lot. Ordinance # Z 2019-3 was approved to be rezoned. Z and L then asked how to go about getting a fire number and the board referred them to the county. Town zoning maps approved by board. Motion to approve was made by board chairman Jelle, motion approved 3-0. Conversation followed about updating map. Dwight and Ashley Anderson- Public Hearing for rezone of parcel #0606-312-9500-6, 1794 Barber Rd, Blue Mounds to allow construction of a single family residence. Ordinance # Z 2018-18 was approved to be rezoned. Conversation followed and the board explained to the resident how legacy Zoning operates. Supervisor Brixy made motion to approve Jones seconded. Motion passed 3-0. Jonathon Schable – Concept meeting for new home construction parcel #0606-262-8040-6, 9911 Barton Rd, replacement of existing structure. Jonathan will be leveling house and putting up a new house. A concept meeting for the new house will take place. Set backs are at 15 feet so that should be ok. Driveway easement is already in place. Site visit will be needed. Courts office to forward all forms and documents to Land use. John motioned to approve all documentation and to go ahead with forms needed for rezoning. Wayne seconded motion carried. 3-0. Mount Horeb Area Economic Committee – There was not meeting last month Fire District- New fire station looks great. Located across from Grundahl Park. There will be an open house in the future. Conversation about the sale of the old fire house continued. The old firehouse was owned by several different townships/villages. Each will receive an amount of money from the sale of the old fire house. The amount will be prorated and divided up among communities. Final settlement and totals to be announced. Where the money will be spent will be addressed in the future. Correspondence: Mike presented a permit from Sports Car Club of America, they are holding a spring scamper car event on April 7, 2019. It will travel on several Town of Blue Mounds roads. Legislative Report- John has been busy attending various meetings. He testified on bill 8 which is on the Towns priority list. Eliminate the need to send a notice of change assessment for agriculture properties if the value is less than $300, that was amended to $500. Reasoning is that it was costing many towns across the state more money to actual create and mail out. John also met with 13 of 19 majority senate offices talking with senators and staff about the transportation problems that are Towns across the state are facing. John then discussed future projects that may improve transportation issues for Towns. Jon moved to approve the bills at $8361.77 with the 671.10 bill for Kentworth providing we obtain more info about services provided. Wayne seconded, motion passed 3-0. John moved to adjourn, seconded by Dennis, motion passed 3-0. Dennis closed the meeting at 8:30 PM. Respectfully Submitted Mike Freitag approved April 8, 2019 minutes Minutes for April 8 2019 Dennis-Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Curt Winter, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Mike Freitag, Clerk read minutes from March 11, 2019 Charlie talked about road’s settling down and patching process that is going on. Notice went out for bid for seal coating; we are in the process of getting bids. Bids went out in early April. The FEMA info has been moving on and all the proper paperwork has been submitted. An exact dollar amount will be given to us later. Should be anywhere from 4-6k. FEMA mtg was held on BARTON ROAD. Stienhauer Road, just for discussion. Span Excavating has been hauling material on the road and it is destroyed. If a town road is destroyed someone must pay for it. Dennis offered Span Excavating and the Stienhauers a chance to pay for improvements, both denied wanting to fix up the road. Dennis makes a proposal to start abandonment road proceedings. John Brixy made a motion to start abandonment process. Must notify Stienhauers first with a letter. Dennis and Wayne seconded it. Motion passed 3-0. Building issues, front door lock is very sticky, needs new tumbler. Guest Speaker-Dane county report from sheriff. 632 calls for service in 2018. Traffic incidents 100 plus calls. Safety issues like deer in road etc.no violent crimes, a couple drug investigation. 2019 This year 112 calls to date. Dennis asked, Does Dane County pick up dead deer along the highway, the answer is no. Sheriff clarified what a drug investigation involves. Several police dogs are now “employed” by Dane County Sheriff’s Department. John read Town of Blue Mounds notice Z2019-4, Barth ID farm LLC c/o Mike Barth. In summary below. That Town Zoning Maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning of current Parcel # 0606-103- 8000-6 as follows and that the Zoning Map, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, contain notations and references to this effect: Lot 1 of the Preliminary Layout – 6.0 acres from A-1 (EX) Exclusive Agriculture District to AE-Agriculture Enterprise District. Remnant Acreage of the Preliminary Layout – 26.34 Acres from A-1 (EX) Exclusive Agriculture District to EA Exclusive Agriculture Zoning District. Dennis motioned to approve; John seconded motion passed 3-0. Mike Barth had a question about the next step who is signing the document. Kyle and Ryan LaFond. Site visit was conducted past weekend April 6. Curt Winter updated the Lafond ordinance, John introduce ordinance Z-2019 -2. John Read Kyle the entire ordinance. In summary below. That Town Zoning Maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning of current Parcels # 0606- 354-9130-0, #0606-354-9350-0 and # 0606-354-9501-0 as follows and that the Zoning Map, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, contain notations and references to this effect: Lot 1– 64.89 Acres from A-1EX (Exclusive Agricultural District) and RH-2 (Rural Homes District) to AG (Agriculture Zoning District). Lot 2- 6.00 Acres from A-1EX (Exclusive Agricultural District) to SFR (Single Family Residential Zoning District) Lot 3- 5.00 Acres from A-1EX (Exclusive Agricultural District) to SFR (Single Family Residential Zoning District) Dennis motioned to approve. Wayne 2nd. Motioned carried 3-0. Next steps. Surveyor will contact Town of Blue Mounds. Land use plan and how to make changes. Dennis remarked would like to make such properties as Transitional Properties only lots that touch village lines will be eligible. Dennis would like to make these properties transitional zoning area. Discussion with land commission must happen. John motioned to proceed to include any parcel that borders Village of Mount Horeb be brought in its entirety into the transitional zoning classification and Town Map be updated appropriately. Land Commission be made aware that we are starting this process. Fire district new building. Entry way really nice. Settlement on the building has been reached. 700k was original figure village counter at 610K. Final price was 630k and they pay all the closing costs. Some items will be sold at Wisconsin surplus. The Records for ambulance runs need to be kept. June 22 open house at fire station. Money donated to build training house. 90k grant for building to practice fire maneuvers. CULLEN still working inside. New ambulance has arrived old one is for sale. John will be attending capital day on April 23, 2019. Dane county municipal meeting in May 2019. Senate is against the gas tax. From the sale of the firehouse we will receive 60k plus. John motion for bills 19,202.46 approved for bill pay. Wayne and Dennis seconded. 3-0. Discussion followed. Dennis Motioned to adjourn meeting. John seconded. Motion passed. Next Board meeting May 13, 2019. 7pm Approved Minutes TOWN OF BLUE MOUNDS Annual Meeting: April 22, 2019 7:00PM Dennis Jelle opened the meeting at 7:03 p.m. (12 people, including 2 board members in attendance). Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. John Brixy moved to approve the 2019 Annual Meeting Minutes. Motion approved 12-0. Helen Kahl presented the financial report. Reported a variety of information including Zoning cost, purchasing a new skid steer, Fire payment will be increased next year. The Clerk’s Financial Report was read. A copy is filed in the minutes book. Discussion followed about new Town Fees please see below for new and approved fee amounts. Review of New Fees: TOWN OF BLUE MOUNDS CURRENT FEE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE AS OF ANNUAL MEETING APRIL 22, 2019 TITLE SEARCHES (special assessments/charges) $40.00 REALTOR INQUIRIES (no bedrooms and other info about houses) $40.00 (or actual cost) DOG LICENSES $17/12 LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS $300 CLASS B RESERVE LICENSE-None Available $10,000 (by statute) CLASS B BEER AND WINE ONLY $100 OPERATOR LICENSE $15.00 DRIVEWAY PERMIT $500 REZONE APPLICATION (TOWN FEE) $500 VARIANCE $500 C U P $500 WAGES/SALARIES Poll Workers $12.00/hour Chief Inspectors/Registration Deputies $13.00/hour Snowplow Drivers $20.00/hour Deputy Clerk/Treasurer $21000/annually $16.00/hour Chairman Salary $9000/annually Clerk Salary To be determined at June 1, 2019 employee review Supervisors (to begin 4/19-paid 4/20) $5000/annually Land Use Committee Site Visits $15/visit Meetings $25/meeting TOWN BUILDING PERMIT (PERMANENT BUILDINGS)* $50 *WISCONSIN UNIFORM BUILDING PERMIT MAY ALSO BE REQUIRED CEMETERY FEES (E BLUE MOUNDS) Lots: Single Lot $600 Double Lot $1000 Lot Transfers: Individuals may transfer ownership to close relatives for a $25 transfer fee per lot. Individuals may sell lots to others with a $100 transfer fee per lot. Burial Fees: $250 (Note: This is in addition to any grave or cremation digging.) $25 Grave marking fee assessed in 2016, this Amount then paid to Town Cemetery Rep. Cremation: Cremains must be buried by someone authorized by the cemetery and the site marked by the cemetery manager, the Board of the Town of Blue Mounds. They cannot be buried by the family without the Town Board’s authorization and prepayment of the grave opening fees. Monument Marking: $50 (Note: these fees are subject to change without notice. They are in effect as of April 24, 2019.) Below are the motions to approve new fee amounts. 1) Dog licenses and Title search fees ok at $17/12 for Dog license and $40 for Title Searches. 2) Driveway Permit. Helen motioned to raise from $400 to $500. Motion passed 12-0. 3) Variance. Motion was made by resident to raise from $300 to $400. Motioned approved 12-0. 4) CUP (Conditional Use Permit). Helen motioned to raise from $475 to $500. John seconded. Motion approved 12-0. 5) Snowplow Drivers. Nancy motioned to increase pay from $18/hr to $20/hr, because CDL is needed. Helen seconded. Motion passed 12-0. Oaths were read to the following: Dennis Jelle Wayne Jones John Brixy Meeting Adjourned approved May 13, 2019 minutes Minutes for May 13 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk, Curt Winter, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Mike Freitag, Clerk read minutes from April 8, 2019 ROAD MAINTENANCE Charlie, Town Patrolmen stated that some roadside ditching has been done on Barton Road and W. Barton Road. Patching process will start soon. Sand Rock Road has a huge pothole that needs to be fixed immediately. Town of Blue Mounds has submitted a project to the Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP) to help pay for the rebuilding of Sharp Road. Town of Blue Mounds will continue with the Abandonment of Steinhauer Road, next step is to send a letter. BIDS Town of Blue Mounds has received bids for various roadwork projects. One bid was received from Fahrner Asphalt for $57,090.00. IVEY Construction will be working on several roads as well including Avang and Thronsen Road. John motioned to approve Farhner bid at $57,090, Dennis seconded and the motion passed 2-0. IVEY Construction will be working on several roads as well including Avang and Thronsen Road, and possible W. Barton the cost is $17, 200 John motioned to approve IVEY bid for roads, Dennis seconded motion passed 2-0. John required that a change order be submitted by IVEY if extra work needs to be done on W. Barton Road. BUILDING AND GROUNDS Front door lock is very sticky, needs new tumbler, call KSW they installed the locks originally. TIM GOPLIN *Tim Goplin- Concept meeting for rezoning request for parcel #0606-044-8000-8, 3014 Andrew Lane. The intention of this zoning change is to allow the owner build a residence on the parcel, possibly using the footprint of the former home that was on that site. John made motion to move to the end of the meeting, Dennis seconded. Motion Passed 2-0. Tim Goplin did not show up to discuss this plan will be at June 10 meeting. *Jim Murphy- Concept meeting for rezoning request for 2 acres from parcel #0606054-9500-9, County Highway JG. The intention of this zoning change is to allow the owner to sell a portion of this parcel to others with the intent of the new owners to build a residence on the parcel. Jim Murphy did not show up to discuss this plan will be at July 8, 2019 meeting. LIFE CHURCH ORDINANCE John read the following ordinance # Z-2019-5 That Town Zoning Maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning of current Parcel # 0606- 113-8210-0 as follows and that the Zoning Map, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, contain notations and references to this effect: For parcel listed and defined on submitted CSM as follows: Parcel #0606-113-8210-0 to be rezoned from A-2, Agricultural District to COM, Commercial Zoning District. This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage, publication and submission of a final recorded CSM. Dennis motioned to approve the ordinance listed above, John seconded ordinance passed 2-0. John questioned if the current sprinkler system is adequate for additional hours in the Church. STEVE BIGLER Driveway Issue. After further discussion it was decided that Steve Bigler would be using a family members driveway, there is considerable access to the road if in the future the property is sold, someone could put another driveway in. DOCKEN/ROGER ROAD SPLITS No resolution was resolved. Issue to be discussed at June 10, 2019 Board Meeting. Land use committee must go out and do a report. Dennis Friske was not available at this meeting. Transitional Area will be re-done on Map accordingly. LAND USE COMMITTEE No Site visits FIRE DISTRICT REPORT New ambulance has arrived old one is for sale. Working on replacing Engine #2. LEGISLATIVE REPORT John attended Wisconsin Town Advocacy meeting 23 John reported transportation summary from Towns Association meeting: 1) 88 million could be freed up by continuing ¼ of 1 % of General Revenue Transfer. 2) 24 Million could be freed up by better control of Mass Transit moneys. 3) Mass transit gets more money that all the towns in the state. 4) 40 million could be freed up by not bonding mass transit from Milwaukee to Chicago Five bills will be introduced that will allow municipalities to condemn properties. BILLS Dennis motioned to approve the bills at $17,977.92. John seconded motion passed 2-0. John motioned to adjourn session, Dennis seconded motion passed 2-0. Next Board meeting June 10, 2019. 7pm Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting 7pm Approved June 10, 2019 minutes Minutes for June 10, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk, Curt Winter, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer MINUTES Motion to approve May Minutes by John, Dennis seconded 2-0. May minutes are approved. ROAD MAINTENANCE Charlie noted that the culverts on Mayflower Road are in the process of being repaired. PUBLIC COMMENTS Sue from Village of Blue Mounds commented how a house was donated to the Fire Department for specific training exercises. BUILDING AND GROUNDS Board will be expecting proposal on Village Hall parking lot in July. STEINHAUER ROAD ABANDONMENT Discussion was had about the abandonment of Steinhauer road. Currently the road is ruined, and the Town cannot maintain the road. Large trucks have been traveling on road and ruined it. Duane Steinhauer commented that the contractor that ruined the road is willing to fix road in a several year plan. Dennis noted that there is a liability, The Town cannot assign someone else to maintain a town road. Motion to abandon Steinhauer Road-currently sub-standard. John motioned to abandon, Wayne 2nd. Motion passed 3-0. Mr Steinhauer asked if an agreement could be in place that would allow the road be brought back to a Town Road after abandonment, if the road was rebuilt and reconstructed back to Town/State Specifications for roads? The Board would be open to consideration for future re-instatement of Town Road if the reconstruction would meet legal state standards for road specs. This would be a non-binding agreement. John motioned to Approve, Dennis seconded motioned passed. 3-0. John motioned to approve resolution 2019-1 to abandon Steinhauer Road. Wayne seconded. Resolution approved 3-0. BIDS Town of Blue Mounds received a bid from Fahrner for parking lot improvement in the amount of $8725. John motioned to approve bid for Town Hall parking lot, Wayne seconded motion passed 3-0. Work should begin soon. LRIP BID Bids were submitted in the Mount Horeb Newspaper on May 30 and June 6 for 2019 road work on Sharp Road. It is a joint project with LRIP (Local Road Improvement Plan). Only one bid from Finks was received for the amount of $49,400. Only one bid was submitted so bid was passed. Clerk Mike Freitag pointed out that final payment and completion of project must be done by June 30, 2019. LIQUOR LICENSE REVIEW Campo di Bella Winery and Farm to Table Mount Horeb VFW Cave of the Mounds All Liquor Licenses were approved. 3-0. All have turned in proper paperwork and in a timely fashion before the deadlines. Prevaling- Winds Lodge was tabled until July Meeting. TIM GOPLIN *Tim Goplin- Concept meeting for rezoning request for parcel #0606-044-8000-8, 3014 Andrew Lane. The intention of this zoning change is to allow the owner build a residence on the parcel, possibly using the footprint of the former home that was on that site. A survey will be needed prior to project restore. A certified survey is needed and then it will be re-zoned. Planning commission will have to look at site. JIM MURPHY *Jim Murphy- Concept meeting for rezoning request for 2 acres from parcel #0606054-9500-9, County Highway JG. Jim had some questions about the current driveway process. Several questions about how the process will take place. Jim Murphy will bring in map for Board to review. DOCKEN/ROGER ROAD SPLITS This is a concept meeting. Driveway would come off of Docken Road, this property is in the transitional area. Several parcels have already been sold. Property runs adjacent to 151. Docken representatives had questions about the actual lot lines. Transitional Area is a 6 years and on-going effort to retain these properties as part of Township. MH ECONOMIC COMMITTEE Last few meetings have been board only meetings so nothing from the Committee. LAND USE COMMITTEE Need to set a date for committee meeting. Must be announced to public. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT Open house will be June 17 from 3-8pm. LEGISLATIVE REPORT Transportation funding that is part of the budget has encountered some problems. $1,000 per mile for one time money. Towns Association has put out a memo to contact your legislators. Two bills will be introduced that will deal with shore land zoning. BILLS Dennis motioned to approve the bills at $25,060.81 . John seconded motion passed 2-0. Dennis motioned for adjournment. Meeting adjourned 9:00pm. Next Board meeting July 8, 2019. 7pm Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting 7pm Approved August 12, 2019 minutes Minutes for August 12, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk, Curt Winter, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Minutes from July 8, 2019 were approved. John motioned to approve minutes from July 8, Dennis seconded motion approved. PUBLIC COMMENTS No Comments PAM AND THANE SUTTER The Sutter’s would like to build a 2500 sq. foot home with a 1000 sf foot garage. This is a public Hearing regarding rezone of parcel # 0606282-8300-0 from RH1 (Legacy) to SFR-Single Family Residence for the purposes of building a home. The following ordinance was read and approved; That Town Zoning Maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning of current Parcel # 0606-282- 8300-0 as follows and that the Zoning Map, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, contain notations and references to this effect: For parcel listed above define as follows: Lot 3 as defined by Plat of Survey #11892 – 6.43 Acres from RH-2 to SFR Single Family Residential Zoning District. This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication. John motioned to approve, Wayne seconded, motion passed 3-0. Good luck on the home. STUART HODGSON Is rezoning in order to put a shed up. The shed will be approximately 4000 sq. feet. This is a Public Hearing on rezoning of parcel #0606-081-8651-0 as follows: Lot #1 as defined on submitted CSM (approx. 5.018 acres) from RH-4 (Legacy Zoning) to SFR Single Family Residence. The remaining acreage designated as Lot #2 (approx..12.895 acres) to be zoned AG. The following ordinance was read and approved; That Town Zoning Maps be amended so that the following parcel in the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, be and are hereby deemed to be approved as rezoning of current Parcel # 0606-081- 8651-0 as follows and that the Zoning Map, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, contain notations and references to this effect: For parcel listed above divide and define as follows: Lot 1 of the Preliminary CSM – 5.018 Acres from RH-4 to SFR Single Family Residential Zoning District. Remnant Acreage of the Preliminary Layout – 12.895 Acres from RH-4 to AG-Agriculture Zoning District. This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication. Understanding that it would be in the limits of primary and secondary limits inherit to the code regarding size. John motioned to approve, Wayne seconded. Motion passed 3-0. DENNIS MURPHY 3156 JG has two parcels totaling 7.1 acres would like to build home on the 2.1acre parcel. House was bought in 1979. A shared driveway agreement would have to be in place. 7.1 acres all parcels are legacy zoning currently. Looking to rezone 2 parcels from legacy (A1) to Single Family Residence. Will be selling existing home, and building a different home on the property. Would like to move closer to the road. Preliminary meeting. CSM needed and follow up paperwork needed. Site visit will be needed. DENNIS AND MARK FRISKE Preliminary plan had some information about the road and cul-de-sac that is going to be put in, will not affect Docken properties. Map noted where driveways would not be allowed. All work would be to the north on lot 1. Town of Blue Mounds is putting together a plan for making Zoning changes to allow select parcels to be considered Transitional. Hoping a plan will be finalized by the end of 2019. One meeting with Land Use Committee has already taken place about transitional zoning, and all indications were positive. JOAN MEYLOR Joan was inquiring about the tiny house concept on property located at 10262 ID and had some questions about what she can and cannot do related to zoning of the properties. Questions consisted of What is the minimum square feet for tiny homes? Can tiny homes share a club house in middle of properties? How would the septic system work? Discussion followed and many of the questions were not answered and will be discussed at next board meeting on September 9, 2019. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON TOWN OF BLUE MOUNDS ELECTRICAL INSPECTION AGENCY CREDENTIAL Town of Blue Mounds Ordinance #22 adopting Wisconsin Admin code SPS 316 in its entirety for the purpose of Electrical Inspection Agency Credential. John motioned to approve, Wayne seconded motion passed 3-0. DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO TOWN ZONING ORDINANCES REGARDING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN ACCESSORY BUILDINGS Ordinance amendment to the Town Zoning Ordinances regarding plumbing fixtures in accessory buildings. Town can still allow CUP’s to allow exceptions. Ordinance was discussed about storing boats and recreational vehicles. More info is needed and this conversation was tabled to a future meeting date. Discussion regarding the issue of unlimited animal units in new Dane County Zoning Code. Dane County Towns Association uses DNR schedule of density animals. Opted out Towns lawyer is coming up with a proposal regarding this. John motioned to table this, Wayne seconded motion passed. Discussion regarding abandonment of Lukken Road. The Village of Mount Horeb is proposing the annexation of the Lukken Property. The Town of Blue Mounds is going to abandon Lukken Road. Village of Mount Horeb will adopt Lukken Road. Info was presented by Clerk and Deputy Clerk about having an update board in the office regarding road improvements. COST OF NEW ELECTION MACHINE Town of Blue Mounds will need to purchase a new machine for the 2020 Presidential Election. Discussion Followed. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT New building looks great. They are having a Labor Day Fundraiser. LEGISLATIVE REPORT No report was given. ECONOMIC DEVELPOMENT Town of Blue Mounds is putting together a list of all business located in the Town. This list will be shown to new prospective businesses with hope of them moving to the Town. BILLS Marc and Mary Anne Bellazzini will be billed $10, 050.00 for their portion of Sharp Road Repairs. John motioned to approve $139,767.02 of bills for approval. Dennis seconded. Motion approved. Dennis motioned to adjourn meeting. Motion approved. Next Board meeting September 9, 2019. 7pm Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting 7pm Approved September 9, 2019 minutes Minutes for September 9, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. John motioned to approve minutes from August 12, Dennis seconded motion approved 2-0. ROAD MAINTENANCE Still working on patching some roads. Will probably mow one -two more times until the end of fall. PUBLIC COMMENTS During Public Comments the Board allowed Paul Bell to present a pre-concept meeting about building a new house. They will be purchasing 58 acres and plan on building a home. Questions were asked about where the driveway will go? Instructions were given to Paul on what to do next. A certified map will be needed, and he will have to present to the Board one more time. Paul thanked the Board for their time and squeezing him in to this agenda. BUILDING AND GROUNDS Several windows at Town Hall need to be replaced. Changes in main office are going to be made. The window will become a sliding window with access into clerk’s office. New ground to ceiling shelves will be installed. Joe and Larry Hefty construction has submitted a proposal to complete the work. Work will begin soon. Also noted that the LP Tank that supplies LP to the Town Hall had a minor leak. Tank will be fixed by Allegiant Gas at no cost to the Town. TROY STADELE Troy is looking to build a single- family residence on 3.3 acres off of County Highway E. This lot has been for sale for awhile and presents some challenges to building on it. The biggest is weather or not a Driveway Agreement is in place and how will the buyer access the Lot? There is also a Waterway right across the road that needs to be checked on by the DNR. A CMS map will be needed. JOSEPH JOHN AVALANCE PROPERTY 10264 County Road ID, this property is for sale by Meylor Investments and a buyer is likely. Currently it is zoned C-2. The lot will need to be-rezoned. Troy is looking to build a single- family home and have an adjoining business in the back. The lot looks ok to build on, but an erosion control study is needed. Troy will be in to pick up all the paperwork. SUTTER DRIVEWAY PROPOSAL The Sutter’s presented their driveway proposal to the Board. Everything looked good and the approved the agreement. Dennis motioned to approve, John seconded motion passed 3-0. DENNIS MURRHY Did not show. Tabled to a future meeting. LUKKEN ANNEXATION PETITION Mount Horeb will be annexing Lucken farm and lots. Must annex Lucken Road as well. Town of Blue Mounds will not maintain it. LAND USE PLAN DISCUSSION The 2017 Town of Blue Mounds Comprehensive plan will need to be revised. Any parcel adjacent, congruent, or boarding The Village of Blue Mounds or The Village of Mount Horeb will be identified as a Transitional Property. October 21, 2019 has been set as a Public meeting to look at/revise Town of Blue Mounds Comprehensive Plan to include Transitional Properties. This will allow the Town to protect its land and not be annexed by other Villages. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT The Fire District has released its preliminary budget. Discussion on this Budget will occur on the October 7, 2019 Town of Blue Mounds budget workshop. LEGISLATIVE REPORT Several bills have moved to the floor. One is about making “string annexation” illegal. BILLS Bills this month totaled to be $74,669.25. John motioned to approve, Dennis seconded. Passed 3-0. CORRESPONCE It was noted that Campo di Bella has made a payment on the Sharp Road project. There is no balance due. Dennis motioned to adjourn, John seconded. Motion passed 3-0. Next Board meeting October 14, 2019. 7pm Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting 7pm Approved October 14, 2019 minutes Minutes for October 14, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. Curt Winter – Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. John motioned to approve minutes from September 9, Dennis seconded motion approved 2-0. ROAD MAINTENANCE Farhner will return to the Town Hall to complete driveway re-surfacing. They are about 2/3 done as of October 14, 2019. PUBLIC COMMENTS Dan Rottinger presented to the Board and residents in attendance the idea of a charter school in Mount Horeb. Dan stated that he has had several positive meetings with groups in the area. Proposed location is on Highway Z. Please see www.driftlessareacommunityschool.org for more information. BUILDING AND GROUNDS Several Bulbs are out in the building and will be replaced soon. Windows need to replace in Town Hall. LAND USE COMMITTEE The Committee had a site visit last Saturday and everything went well. The Committee has been working together to come up with an organizational plan for site visits. JOSEPH JOHN AVALANCE PROPERTY Johseph is looking to build a single- family home and have a business in the back. A CSM will be needed to show 2 acres and the fraction. A PUD will be needed for Avalanche Property Services. Currently there are no splits left. A PUD maybe a way to solve the zoning issue. John motioned to table any approval until final CSM is in place, and GEC has a chance to take a look at it. Joey expressed some concern about when he will be able to start on the project. Another meeting will be necessary, and it will be October 21, 2019. LAND USE PLAN DISCUSSION Continued discussion regarding making changes to the Land Use Plan to address administration of parcels that are in transitional areas adjacent to other municipalities. A special Public hearing will be held on October 21, 2019. This meeting will be further information for the public and several maps will be provided to clarify Transitional Areas. The final vote will take place on November 11, 2019. The 2017 Town of Blue Mounds Comprehensive plan will need to be revised. Any parcel adjacent, congruent, or boarding The Village of Blue Mounds or The Village of Mount Horeb will be identified as a Transitional Property. October 21, 2019 has been set as a Public meeting to look at/revise Town of Blue Mounds Comprehensive Plan to include Transitional Properties. This will allow the Town to protect its land and not be annexed by other Villages. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT The Fire District has released its budget, for a full copy of the budget please contact Town of Blue Mounds Clerk. CLERK ANNOUNCED *Important Special Meeting for November 11, 2019 starting at 6:30pm, at Town Hall. The first meeting will be to Vote on Resolution 2019-2. The Town Board will vote first to see if the Board supports an increase in the Levy and then the Electors will vote on Resolution 2019-3 to see if the Electors approve a Tax Levy proposed by the Town Board an increase in the amount of $30,000. Following the Resolution votes there will be another special meeting regarding Budget Discussion and Approval. The Regular board meeting will start after all the Special Meetings are completed. LEGISLATIVE REPORT John has been spending time with Senator Markline and others. Shoreland zoning maps are in the process of being updated. BILLS Town clean up was held on September 28, we are still breaking down the fees to see if we broke even. We need to find a new spot that will take TV’s. John motioned to approve bills for $83,499.25, Dennis Seconded motion passed 3-0. CORRESPONCE Ty Robe will be at the December Public Hearing meeting to present an emergency plan. Dennis motioned to adjourn; John seconded. Motion passed 3-0. Next Board meeting November 11, 2019. 6:30pm. Budget and Levy will be discussed. Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting with Special Meetings to approve Resolution 2019-2 and 2019-3 beginning at 6:30pm, and to approve Ordinance 23 regarding transitional areas. Approved November 11, 2019 minutes with Special Meetings Minutes for November 11, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. Curt Winter – Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. Pledge of Allegiance was read, and thanks to all Veterans. 6:30PM, SPECIAL MEETING. DISCUSSION AND VOTE ON RESOLUTION 2019-2 WHICH STATES THE TOWN BOARD SUPPORTS AN INCREASE IN THE TOWN TAX LEVY FOR 2020. *Discussion and action on Resolution 2019-2 and 2019-3 Dennis explained what and why we need the levy increased. Moving money from Dane County to Town of Blue Mounds. If we do not apply for the Levy Increase, we could lose the money totally. The money is the portion that Dane County used to do our zoning, and since they are no longer doing some Zoning for Town of Blue Mounds. Discussion followed about how the change in the county zoning has affected us. Resolution 2019-2 was read as follows Whereas, the State of Wisconsin has adopted levy limits on town, village, city and county levies for 2019 and thereafter under s. 66.0602 of Wis. Statutes; Whereas, s. 66.0602 of Wis. Statutes limits the allowable local levy for 2019 to a percentage increase of no more than the greater of 0% of the 2018 payable 2019 adjusted actual levy as calculated under the state's levy limit law* or (b) a percentage equal to the percent change in equalized value due to net new construction; which for the Town of Blue Mounds is 4.26 percent; Whereas, the Town Board of the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County believes that for the 2019 tax levy (collected in 2020) it is in the town’s best interest to exceed the state levy limit as described above by a greater percentage than 4.26%. Whereas, the Town of Blue Mounds 2018 payable 2019 adjusted actual levy is $356,417; And further whereas the state law would limit the increase to $7151 for an allowable town tax levy of $363,568 before adjustments, for 2019, collected in 2020. Now Therefore the Town Board of the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County does hereby resolve, and order as follows: 1. The town board supports an increase in the town tax levy for 2020 that will exceed the state levy limit. 2. The town board directs that the question of increasing the town tax levy for 2019 (to be collected in 2020) by 8 percent, which would increase the town levy by $30,000 for a total town tax levy of $393,568 shall be placed on the agenda for the special town meeting to be held on November 11, 2019. John Motioned to approve Ordinance 2019-2 as read. Wayne seconded. Motioned passed 3-0. All Board Members voted yes in support of increasing the Town Levy. 7:15PM, SPECIAL MEETING #2 BEGINS. DISCUSSION AND VOTE ON RESOLUTION 2019-3 WHICH IS A VOTE SHOWING THAT TOWN ELECTORS ENDORSE THE TOWN BOARD RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE TOWN LEVY TO EXCEED STATE LEVY LIMITS. RESOLUTION 2019-3 was read as follows Resolution for Electors to Exceed the Levy Limit at Special Town Meeting of the Electors Whereas, the State of Wisconsin has imposed levy limits under s. 66.0602 of the Wis. Statutes for town tax levies in 2019 and thereafter; Whereas, s. 66.0602(5) of Wis. Statutes allows the town electors in towns under 3,000 in population to exceed the maximum allowable levy limit by adoption of a resolution at a town meeting of the electors; Whereas, the town board has adopted a resolution supporting an increase in the town tax levy which would exceed the maximum allowable state levy limit for the Town of Blue Mounds. Whereas, this Special Town Meeting of the electors has been called and noticed to consider the adoption of a resolution to endorse the town board’s resolution to exceed the state levy limits; specifically by increasing the allowable town tax levy for 2019 (collected in 2020) by 8 percent; Now, therefore, the special town meeting of the Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, by a majority vote of the eligible electors voting on this 11th day of November, 2019 duly assembled and voting resolves and orders as follows: BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that the town electors of the Town of Blue Mounds Dane County, Wisconsin endorse the town board resolution to increase the town tax levy for 2019 (collected in 2020) by 8 percent over the allowable 2019 levy, which is an increase of $30,000 over the allowable 2019 town tax levy. The town clerk shall properly post or publish this resolution as required by law under s. 60.80(1)(a) of Wis. Statutes within 30 days of adoption. Discussion followed on the Resolution 2019-3. Electors were given a chance to vote and voted. In total 10 electors voted. 10 votes aye and 0 votes nah. Helen Kahl motioned to approve Resolution 2019-3. Lori Burns seconded. Motioned passed. Both are residents of The Town of Blue Mounds. Dennis made a motion to adjourn the Special Meeting regarding Resolution 2019-2 and 2019-3. John seconded motion adjourned. Meeting adjourned. November 11, 2019 Special Budget Meeting and Ordinance 23 vote/discussion. Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. Curt Winter – Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. 7:47PM, SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING AND ORDINANCE 23 DISCUSSION AND VOTE *Budget Discussion/Approval/Update 2020 Budget Sheets were handed out explaining exact expenditures and revenues. Discussion followed about some minor changes in the budget. Revenue was increased by shared taxes from state. Garbage specials amount increased. Dog licenses will go up to $20 per permit. John motioned to approve Budget as presented with the changes pointed out in the discussion. Wayne seconded Motioned Carried. Chair appointed personal privilege for John Brixy to present and talk about specific tax issues including Mill Rates adjusted from county. Wants to see the Mill Rate go on each individual tax bill. ORDINANCE 23 John discussed what exactly Ordinance 23 was regarding. Read entire Ordinance. *Discussion and action on Ordinance 23, an ordinance regarding the amending and readopting of the comprehensive plan of the Town of Blue Mounds. Primary focus being placed on the creation of Transitional Areas where the Town of Blue Mounds border is contiguous to the border of another municipality. Specifically: To facilitate the transition from rural to more urban development, the Town of Blue Mounds may consider higher density residential development within any existing parcel(s), located within the Town of Blue Mound’s Municipal Boundary at the time of adoption of this ordinance, with contiguity to any Village, Class of City or any future municipal designation as created by the Legislature of the State of Wisconsin and signed into law by the Governor and thereby enacted is defined as being within the “Transition Area.” Any parcel(s) within the Transition Area will be given consideration on a site-by-site basis. Dennis commented only parcels that have contiguous boundaries with Villages, does this Ordinance 23 apply. John explained that anybody that boundaries with the Villages of Blue Mounds and Village of Mount Horeb will have an option to develop higher density lots. A resident commented on how the higher density housing could cause water quality issues. Discussion followed about we could follow up with water issues and maybe some water quality standards in place for each Transitional Area. Mount Horeb works with General Engineering. John motioned to pass Ordinance 23 as is, Wayne seconded, and the Ordinance passed 3-0. Dennis Motioned to adjourn Budget and Ordinance 23 meeting. John Seconded. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned. November 11 Regular Board Public Hearing Meeting started at 8:41pm Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. Curt Winter – Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. November 11 Regular Board Public Hearing Meeting started at 8:41pm. MHTC PROPASAL John Dunbar- MHTC- Discussion regarding establishing a partnership with the township for the purpose of applying for broadband expansion grants under Wis Statutes §196.504. MHTC is planning on applying for a State of Wisconsin Broadband Grant and would like to partner with the Township to apply for that grant. This partnership gives MHTC a better chance of getting the grant and delivering better broadband to areas of the Township. Agreement was presented to Board. John motioned to be placed on December Agenda for final option. Wayne Seconded. Motion passed. PAUL BELL Paul Bell-follow up to concept meeting on 10/14/19 regarding the rezoning of parcel #0606-184-8000-9, described as SEC 18-6-6 NE1/4SE1/4 EXC CSM 4685 located at the corner of Topper Road and County Highway Z. Purpose of rezoning is to designate ~4 acres for a Single Family Home, with the remnant acreage rezoned to Town classification of AG. Next step will be site visit. AVALANCHE PROPERTY Avalanche Property Services, LLC- discussion and action on CUP regarding accessory building. Discussion about PUD zoning took place, John motioned to table, Wayne seconded. Motion passed 3-0. General Engineering must determine if CUP needed. John motioned to approve, Wayne Seconded motion passed. 3-0. Will be addressed at next meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS Lori Burns commented on a snow plowing issue and wanted to make sure it will be addressed. Discussion regarding proposed ordinance amendment to the Town Zoning Ordinance regarding storage of boats, recreational vehicles and other property. Tabled from an earlier meeting. John motioned to table this item and if no further info remove from Agenda. MT HOREB ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT No report. ROAD MAINTENANCE REPORT Charlie our roads maintenance man is out plowing snow so no report. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT Nothing to report this month LEGISLATIVE REPORT Johns time has been limited look forward to more reports soon. RESOLUTION for Mike Freitag, Town Clerk to enter recycling Information. John Motioned, Wayne seconded motion passed. BILLS John motioned to approve Bills at $56,201.37 Dennis seconded Motion passed 3-0. Motion to adjourn. Town of Blue Mounds, Board Meeting 7pm Approved December 9, 2019 minutes Minutes for December 9, 2019 Present: Dennis Jelle -Town Chairmen, John Brixy-Town Supervisor, Wayne Jones-Town Supervisor, Mike Freitag-Town Clerk. Curt Winter – Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. John motioned to approve minutes from November 11, 2019. Dennis seconded motion approved 2-0. ROAD MAINTENANCE No report. MHTC PROPASAL John Dunbar- MHTC- Discussion regarding establishing a partnership with the township for the purpose of applying for broadband expansion grants under Wis Statutes §196.504. MHTC is planning on applying for a State of Wisconsin Broadband Grant and would like to partner with the Township to apply for that grant. This partnership gives MHTC a better chance of getting the grant and delivering better broadband to areas of the Township. John Dunbar explained that if Mount Horeb would donate a nominal amount it would make the grant viable. Board members commented that it is a good thing for the Community. The Town of Blue Mounds will have oversite. Wayne motioned to approve $500 to go towards the project. John seconded. Motion passed. PHIL SUTTER Looking to split 40 acres for a 2 acre plot where Phil wants to build a average size home. Board commented that the concept plan looks good. Please follow up with Curt to get all appropriate paper work. Get started on a driveway plan to be presented at the January, 13 Board Meeting. PET LICENSING A question was asked by the DOR if we would be willing to share information about persons who obtain a dog license. Such as address, email etc. Town of Blue Mounds would not be in support of this. Dennis motioned to deny request, John seconded. Motion passed. BUILDING AND GROUNDS Several Bulbs are out in the building and will be replaced soon. Windows need to replace in Town Hall. JOSEPH JOHN AVALANCE PROPERTY Joseph is looking to build a single- family home and have a business in the back. A CSM will be needed to show 2 acres and the fraction. A PUD will be needed for Avalanche Property Services. Currently there are no splits left. A PUD maybe a way to solve the zoning issue. Board discussed moving 2.93 acres from C-1 to PUD zoning. The concern in this would be future use of the property. John motioned to accept revised version. Wayne seconded motion passed 3-0. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT John motioned to impose CUP #2019-2 to replace original ordinance #2019-7. Ordinance 7 will need to be amended. Wayne seconded. Motion passed 3-0. TIGHE ROBEY Disaster and Mitigation/Emergency Planning Tighe commented that our plan should be updated yearly. We should identify location and what we have for chemicals stored. Suggested moving our safe staging area from Century Barn to Wisconsin Surplus. Must have a disaster plan in place or FEMA will not reimburse. Dennis motioned to let Tighe carry on with his work. John Seconded. Motion passed. QUESTIONS ABOUT POLUTED WELLS Jill Jonas a water quality expert presented a few questions about water quality. New homes should have a second test required. There are 3 labs in Dane County that would certified sample kits to homeowners. Transitional properties could be a challenge for Water quality. Jill offered to work with the Town to provide a better plan for residents. LAND USE PLAN DISCUSSION Continued discussion regarding making changes to the Land Use Plan to address administration of parcels that are in transitional areas adjacent to other municipalities. The final vote took place on November 11, 2019. Ordinance 23 was passed. More work needs to be done. The 2017 Town of Blue Mounds Comprehensive plan will need to be revised. Any parcel adjacent, congruent, or boarding The Village of Blue Mounds or The Village of Mount Horeb will be identified as a Transitional Property. FIRE DISTRICT REPORT No report except to announce that the USDA loan. LEGISLATIVE REPORT Shoreland Zoning bill was discussed. End of session for senators. BILLS John motioned to approve $8,580.96. Wayne seconded. Motion passed 3-0. Next Board meeting January 13, 2020.