Land Resources and Environment Committee Meeting

Land Resources and Environment Committee Meeting Minutes 05.11.2023 (129 KB)

:SAUK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
Land Resources and Environment Committee
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Room 213
Sauk County West Square Building

Land Resources and Environment (LRE) Committee members present: M. Krueger, P. Kinsman, D. Polivka, R. Spencer, L. Eberl, R. Puttkamer, B. Lohr, R. Puttkamer, V. McAuliffe (9:10)

Also Present – L. Wilson, M. Stieve, B. Simmert, L. Geoghegan, M. Krautkramer, R. Meyer, B. Miller, G. Johnson, K. Felton, B. Bailey, J. Kelley

At 9:01 a.m. M. Krueger called the Land Resources and Environment Committee meeting to order.  R. Meyer certified the meeting to be compliant with Open Meetings Law. 

Adopt agenda - Motion by Kinsman / Puttkamer to adopt the May 11, 2023, agenda.  Motion carried unanimously.

Adopt minutes of previous meeting – April 25, 2023 - Motion by Kinsman / Puttkamer to adopt the April 25, 2023, LRE Committee meeting minutes.  Motion carried, unanimously

Public comment * 3-minute time limit *– The Public that is in attendance are registered to speak under item 9C.  Motion by Puttkamer / Spencer to allow the Joe Hasler, Ross Curry and Kathleen Radcliff to speak under item 9C.

Communications –

a. GSST Bridge Updated Memo – MSA- L. Wilson presented an update.

b. DNR Notification of Spraying for Spongy Moth at Devil’s Lake State Park -L. Wilson noted that low flying planes will be present while spraying for Spongy Moth at Devils Lake State Park.

c. Report on Percentage of Cropland Acres with Nutrient Management Plans (NMP)- L. Wilson reported there is an increase from 28% to 46 % of Nutrient Management Plans this year.

M. Krueger noted that the murals that were approved for placement on the GSST are mapped out for placement and shown on display for tourism week.  Lieutenant Governor was able to attend and meet some of the artists.  M. Stieve gave Lieutenant Governor a tour of the segment of the trail.  M. Stieve noted it was intended for a 15-minute tour and she enjoyed it so much it was an hour tour.

Surveyor – Surveyor is not present.  Motion by Eberl / Spencer to lay on table. Motion carried unanimously.

Land Records

a.  Land Records Department Report – K. Felton provided the Land Records Department report.  K. Felton noted that the GIS services will be interrupted at the end of the week for the new implementation of new server.

b.  Review and approval of vouchers – K. Felton provided the vouchers in the amount of $4,152.28 for the Land Records department. Motion by Eberl / Kinsman to approve vouchers in the amount of $4,152.28 for Land Records.  Motion carried unanimously.

Register of Deeds     

a.  Register of Deeds Department Report – B. Bailey provided the Register of Deeds department report and provided information regarding a potential statutory amendment that could change the fees that are received by the County.

b.  Review and approval of vouchers – B. Bailey provided the vouchers in the amount of $6,146.00 for the Register of Deeds Department.  Motion by Kinsman / Spencer to approve the vouchers in the amount of $6,146.00 for Register of Deeds.  Motion carried, unanimously.

Land Resources and Environment

a. LRE Department Report – April- L. Wilson presented the LRE Department Report for April.

b. Review and approval of vouchers- L. Wilson provided the vouchers in the amount of $1,549.36 for the CP&Z department and $14,376.78 for the Parks department.  Motion by McAuliffe / Spencer to approve the vouchers in the amount of $1,549.36 for the CP&Z department an $14,376.78 for the Parks Department.  Motion carried unanimously.     

c. Discussion and possible action regarding tax forfeiture properties (008-0735-00000 and 008-0736- 0000) within the Town of Delton for use as future park property.  (Laid on the table 3/28/2023).  Motion by Spencer / Eberl to move item 9C off the table from the March 28 meeting.  Motion carried unanimously. M. Krueger gave a recap of this item.  M. Stieve noted that there is 21.9 acres shown on a presented map.  M. Stieve noted that this would be part of the parcel that would be of interest to create a county natural / wildlife area, as there would be enough acreage for a parking lot that would be visible from the road. M. Stieve state that the remaining 44.60 acres could be sold, used for crop land or a development property.  Town of Delton Attorney, Joe Hasler, spoke noting that the Town of Delton wants to be part of the decision of what these parcels would be used for.   Town of Delton, Ross Curry, stated he would like to see the land stay as a tax paying parcel. County Treasurer, L. Geoghegan, gave a brief estimation of taxes per year.  Committee members continued discussion on the matter.  Motion by Lohr / Eberl to continue discussion at the strategic planning meeting on May 23^rd and to follow-up with joint meetings to include the Town of Delton, LRE Committee, and Property Committee. Motion carried unanimously.  

d. Discussion and possible action on meeting dates for LRE Annual Park and Conservation Tours.-

L. Wilson gave dates available for the Annual Park Tour of May 30^th, June 13^th, and June 20^th.  Committee members decided on June 13^th for the Annual Park Tour.  L. Wilson gave dates available for the Conservation Tours of August 2^nd, August 4^th, and August 11^th.  Committee members decided on August 11^th  for the Conservation Tour.

e. Presentation and discussion on the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) – Gus Johnson- G. Johnson gave a slide presentation about CREP.

f. Review and approval of an amendment to the Town of Merrimac Zoning Ordinance pursuant to Wis. Stat. s60.62(3). B. Simmert presented a proposed resolution for an amendment to the Town of Merrimac Zoning Ordinance pursuant to Wis. Stat. s60.62(3).  Motion by Polivka / McAuliffe to approve a resolution to approve an amendment to the Town of Merrimac Zoning Ordinance.  Motion carried unanimously.   

g.  Discussion and possible action on a conditional use permit for a Planned Rural Development (PRD) lot for Robert Palmer, located in Section 5, T9N, R4E Town of Franklin, Sauk County, pursuant to Chapter 7 Subchapter IX, of the Sauk County Code of Ordinances. M. Krautkramer presented a Conditional Use Permit for a PRD for Robert Palmer.  Motion by Lohr / Eberl to approve a conditional use permit for a Planned Rural Development lot for Robert Palmer located in the Town of Franklin. Motion carried unanimously.     

h. Discussion and possible action on a conditional use permit for a Planned Rural Development (PRD) lot for Thomas Kriegl, located in Sections 1 and 2, T9N, R5E Town of Troy, Sauk County, pursuant to Chapter 7 Subchapter IX, of the Sauk County Code of Ordinances. M. Krautkramer presented a Conditional Use Permit for a PRD for Thomas Kriegl.  Motion by McAuliffe / Spencer to approve a conditional use permit for a Planned Rural Development lot for Thomas Kriegl located in the Town of Troy. Motion carried unanimously.               

Reports

a.  Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) – J. Kelley reported that the NRCS department has a soil conservationist position open and an intern will be joining the team for the summer.  J. Kelley reported that the CRP program participants are also being reviewed and guidance given to the applicant.   J. Kelley also reported that the department is working on USDA status review for compliance and wetland drainage. 

b.  Farm Service Agency (FSA) – No one present.

c.  Foresters – No one present.

d.  Economic Development Committee – M. Krueger noted two major items to report on; which include the Village of Spring Green, Supervisor Gail Burchell, and Janet Young from APT shared the happenings at American Players Theatre.  M, Krueger state that Steven was appointed the new campus director for UW Platteville and the Baraboo campus and reported on their efforts to increase enrollment. 

e.  Mirror Lake Management District – M. Krueger stated that funding shortfall for the Mirror Lake Dredging Project is at $449,223.00.  M. Krueger noted that efforts are being made to work with legislators to close the funding gap.

f.   Lake Virginia Management District – L. Eberl reported there is nothing new.

g.  Lake Redstone Protection District – P. Kinsman noted they are holding a lakes festival at Dutch Hollow clubhouse in June.  P. Kinsman stated that M. Stieve was at their last meeting to discuss the repairs that are under directive by the DNR to fix.  P. Kinsman noted that it would require the lake to be drained.  P. Kinsman stated that they are working to complete the Lake Management grant..

h.  Southern Area Association – WI Land and Water – P. Kinsman noted that there are pasture walks coming up.

i.   Extension Education, Arts & Culture Committee – V. McAuliffe had nothing to report.  

Next meeting dates – Tuesday, May 23, 2023 and Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 9:00am. 

Adjournment – Motion by Polivka / Spencer to adjourn at 10:45 am.  Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,
 

Brandon Lohr