TOWN OF SUN PRAIRIE
Town Board Meeting
September 27, 2004
The Town Board of the Town of Sun Prairie met on Monday, September 27, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall, 5556 Twin Lane Road.
Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by chairperson Lyle Updike. Supervisors Vernon Pogue and Doug Yelk, clerk Claudia Quick and deputy clerk Joan Rademacher were present. Twelve other people attended the meeting.
Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Joan Rademacher.
Statement of Public Notice The chair directed that the minutes show that notice of the Town Board meeting was published in the September 23, 2004 issue of The Star. The agenda was also faxed to the Capital Times. Copies were posted on the three town bulletin boards on September 24, 2004.
Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings Moved by Vernon Pogue, second by Doug Yelk to approve the minutes from the September 13, 2004 meeting as presented. Motion carried.
Presentation from the Public Nick Voegeli spoke to the Board and those present about his bid for election to the State Assembly.
Public Comment, Consider and Take Action re: Petition #9084 by K. Vang to change zoning and create a residential lot, section 31 Koua Vang reported on his petition. Moved by Doug Yelk, second by Vernon Pogue to approve petition #9084 by Koua Vang to change zoning from RH-1 to R-1 to create a 2nd residential lot, section 31. During discussion the Board reminded K. Vang that placement of the house must be 150 feet at the building line. Motion carried.
Consider and Take Action re: CSM for K. Vang, section 31 Moved by Vernon Pogue, second by Doug Yelk to approve the CSM for K. Vang with the addition of the following: "As owner of this certified survey map, I hereby stipulate that I and my heirs or assigns will not object to any of the legally permitted uses that occur on the adjoining property. Motion carried.
Public Comment, Consider and Take Action re: Petition #9080 by R. Thurston/H. Starks to create a residential spot zone, section 19 Ron Thurston spoke about his petition. Moved by Doug Yelk, second by Vernon Pogue to approve petition #9080 to create a residential spot zone, section 19 with inclusion of a driveway turnaround to comply with Town driveway ordinance and a 5-acre conservation easement. The board discussed location of the conservation easement. After discussion Doug Yelk amended the motion, second by Vernon Pogue to approve petition #9080 by R. Thurston to create a residential spot zone, section 19 with the inclusion of driveway turnaround to comply with Town driveway ordinance and a 5-acre conservation easement to be located along the northern border at 116 feet in width by 1865 feet in length. Motion carried. The board advised Thurston to work with the clerk, Claudia Quick on the conservation easement papers.
Presentation by J. Wagner & J. Blaska re 2nd access to lot on Glen Oaks John Blaska and Joe Wagner spoke of the need for a 2nd access to the lot located in Glen Oaks subdivision. After discussion it was moved by Doug Yelk, second by Vernon Pogue to grant a variance for a 2nd driveway at 2264 Glen Oaks Circle. Motion carried.
Consider and Take Action re: Drovers Woods Homeowners Association request for donation for existing park Dan Henderson, vice-president of the Association spoke on behalf of the residents. After considerable discussion it was moved by Lyle Updike, second by Vernon Pogue to defer action on the request for the Drovers Woods Homeowners Association to consideration for the 2005 budget. Motion carried.
Road Vacation: JB Farm Rd and Hidden Meadows Deferred to a future meeting.
Consider and Take Action re: Operator License Applications
Moved by Lyle Updike, second by Doug Yelk to approve an operator license for Tina Studer. Motion carried.
Moved by Lyle Updike, second by Doug Yelk to approve an operator license for Jeff Shefchik. Motion carried.
Moved by Vernon Pogue, second by Lyle Updike to deny an operator license for Scott Terhall. Motion carried.
Consider and Tentatively Adopt amendments to various town ordinances:
Discuss proposed Abandoned/Unlicensed Vehicle Ordinance Consensus of the Board was to go forward with the abandoned/unlicensed vehicle ordinance. Will research what other Towns are doing and look into generating the capability of contracting for enforcement authority to serve citations.
Discuss Request by Pierceville Cemetery Association for financial assistance Consensus of the Board was to address this request at the 2005 budget meetings.
Make Appointment to Ad Hoc Committee Moved by Lyle Updike, second by Vernon Pogue to appoint J. Michael Blaska to the Ad Hoc Committee. Motion carried.
Consider and Take Action re: Resolution Appointing Authorized Representative to file Recycling Grants Moved by Doug Yelk, second by Lyle Updike to appoint clerk, Claudia Quick to be the authorized representative to file recycling grants. Motion carried.
Comment/Discussion/Action re: Annexation Petition for Midland Property Discussion occurred, no action taken.
Consider and Take Action re: Resolution for Recycling Efficiency Grant Moved by Lyle Updike, second by Doug Yelk to approve the resolution for recycling efficiency grant. Motion carried.
Audit and Pay Bills Moved by Vernon Pogue, second by Doug Yelk to approve the bills as presented with additions listed. Motion carried.
Clerk Report
Old Business/New Business Board members reported on various meetings attended and scheduled.
Correspondence Received a request from the Colonial Club for 2005 budget support.
Set Next Meeting Date/Adjournment The next meeting date was set for Monday, October 11, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. Budget work meeting dates were tentatively scheduled for October 14, 21 and 28, 2004 at 6:00 P.M. Moved by Vernon Pogue, second by Doug Yelk to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 11:50 P.M.
Correct Attest
Joan M. Rademacher, Deputy Clerk