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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApproved 09-5-2017 CSZC MinutesGRANT COUNTY CONSERVATION, SANITATION, & ZONING COMMITTEE MEETING September 5, 2017 9:00 a.m. Grant County Board Room (#264) Lancaster, Wisconsin The Grant County Conservation, Sanitation & Zoning Committee meeting was called to order on September 5, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. by Dwight Nelson, the Conservation, Sanitation, and Zoning Committee Chairman, in the Grant County Board Room #264, 111 S. Jefferson St., Lancaster. Board members present: Dwight Nelson, Mark Stead, Lester Jantzen, Grant Loy, Dale Hood, Gabe Loeffelholz, and Roger Guthrie. Others present: Lynda Schweikert, Annette Lolwing, Kevin Lange, Justin Johnson, Joe Schmelz, Bob Keeney, Sam and Nancy Droessler, Lesa Nondorf, Gary Ranum, Derek Frederixon, and Dave Bainbridge. Certification of Open Meeting Law Annette Lolwing sent the agenda to Karla Schwantes and Linda Gebhard to post in the Administration Building and at the Courthouse, also sent an agenda to Bob Middendorf, WGLR, and was posted in the front of the Ag Service Center Building. Media notices were sent to Karla Schwantes, Linda Gebhard, Herald Independent, Tri County Press, Platteville Journal, Muscoda Progressive, and the Boscobel Dial. Approval of Agenda Motion by Dale Hood, seconded by Grant Loy to approve the September 5, 2017 agenda. Motion carried. Approval of the Minutes Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Lester Jantzen to approve the August 1, 2017 minutes. Motion carried. Approval of the Bills Motion by Roger Guthrie, seconded by Grant Loy to approve the bills. Motion carried. Public Hearing for Rezones Chairman Nelson opened the Public Hearing: #17-17 Sam and Nancy Droessler, Jamestown Twp. are requesting to change the zoning classification on PIN: 026-00311-0020 of +/- .42 ac. from R1 to R2. To allow for the use of a multi-family dwelling, either a townhome or a duplex. In Favor: Jamestown Twp., approved on August 8, 2017. There were 2, Nancy and Sam Droessler, who registered in favor of the request. In Opposition: None. In Interest: None. Committee Discussion: It was asked if they could still do a single family home in R2. Yes they can in R2. Dwight Nelson closed the Public Hearing: Motion by Mark Stead to recommend approval of the rezone to the full County Board, seconded by Roger Guthrie. Motion carried. Chairman Nelson opened the Public Hearing: #17-18 Darold Rux, Muscoda Twp. is requesting to change the zoning classification on PIN: 042-00604-0000 & PIN: 042-00606-0000 of +/- 10.42 ac. from R1 to A2 to allow for an agricultural use on lots 3 and 5. In Favor: Muscoda Twp., approved on August 8, 2017. Lesa Nondorf registered in favor, as Darol was not able to attend. In Opposition: There were 2 individuals that phoned in to the office to register in opposition to the request. There was 1 individual, Gary Ranum, in attendance that had registered and spoke in opposition of the request. In Interest: Lesa made a statement that Mr. Rux does not want to sell his land to a chicken farmer. Both parcels will allow horses on either parcel. Applicant Rebuttal – None Committee Discussion: None Motion by Lester Jantzen to recommend approval of the rezone to the full County Board, seconded by Gabe Loeffelholz. Motion carried. Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permits Chairman Nelson opened the Public Hearing: #CUP 17-005 – Mathy Construction is requesting a Conditional Use Permit on PIN: 006-00035-0000 of +/- 22.06 ac. to allow for a portable asphalt plant in an existing gravel pit, Chapter 3.07 (2) (f) of the Grant County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. In Favor: Boscobel Twp. approved on July 11, 2017. Derek Frederixson registered in favor of the zoning request, but not speak. Derek gave a brief description of the project from Hwy 61 North from the Boscobel Bridge to Mt Zion. In Opposition: None In Interest: None Committee Discussion: It was asked if the asphalt plant was going to be permanent or temporary. The asphalt plant will not be permanent, however the conditional use permit will be indefinite with the quarry. Dwight Nelson closed the Public Hearing Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Roger Guthrie to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow for a portable asphalt plant in an existing gravel pit, Chapter 3.07 (2) (f) of the Grant County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The Town of Boscobel did not impose any conditions on the request. The conditional use permit does not have an expiration date. Motion carried. Zoning and Sanitation Report Lynda reported that the maintenance report comparisons from last year, 2016 were 1654; this year, 2017 are at 1590, however, there are around 500+ maintenance forms that need to be inputted into these totals. Lynda reported that 14 Townships have adopted the Updated Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. There are 5 Townships that have not adopted the ordinance to date: Lima, Millville, Paris, Platteville, and Potosi. Lynda reported that she and the staff are working on the mitigation plans for the rewrite of our Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. Once completed they will then submit it to DNR for approval. Once DNR gives there approval it will then get sent back for approval from the CSZC and then to the full County board for final approval. There is a Board of Adjustments scheduled for September 21, 2017 for a zoning setback request. Motion by Lester Jantzen, seconded by Dale Hood to accept the Zoning/Sanitation Report. Motion carried. Southwest Badger RC&D – Don Barrette Postpone until October CSZC meeting. Building Rent Negotiations Lynda had met with Dave Bainbridge to discuss the building rent. FSA and NRCS are paying $21.76 per square foot and that is what Dave is proposing. In 2003, we started with 1200 sq. ft. As of February 17, 2017 we are now up to 1461 sq. ft. @ $17.75 for a yearly rate of $25,933. On January 1, 2018, the rent would increase $2.00 to $19.75 for $28,855, then 6 months later on July 1, 2018 the rent would increase by $2.01 for the total of $21.76 per sq. ft. totaling $31,791 per year. Dave is proposing a 10 year lease. What would happen if the building was sold and we are not satisfied with the new owner? Could we get out of the lease? Motion by Roger Guthrie, seconded by Mark Stead to approve placing a clause in the lease agreement that if there are issues that arise with new ownership that we could discontinue the lease. Dave was asked to draw up a contract comparable to FSA’s contract. Will then have the contract reviewed by Corporation Counsel. Motion carried. Motion was made by Dale Hood, seconded by Grant Loy to go into closed session at 9:42 a.m. Roll call was taken, 7 members were in Favor. 0 Absent. Motion carried. Motion was made by Mark Stead, seconded by Roger Guthrie to return back into open session. Motion carried. Budget Approval Lynda reviewed and explained her 2018 budget to the committee. The changes in salaries, health insurance, and rent had a significant increase in the 2018 budget. Lynda has a 19.62% increase from her 2017 budget. She offered $30,000.00 from a carry-over account to help balance the 2017 budget, which in turn hurt her 2018 budget. The 2018 budget has been presented to the Department Heads and will be presented to the Executive Committee. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Grant Loy to approve Lynda’s proposed 2018 budget, and to establish a carry-over account for Permit Fee from Law Enforcement Center. Motion carried. County Cost Sharing Starting balance is $5,497.41. No Extension or Cancellation Requests. Lynda presented final approval request for county cost sharing on a well decommissioning for Steve Lenz, Liberty Twp., $350.13. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Dale Hood to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Lynda presented tentative approval request for county cost sharing on a well decommissioning for Dave Winkers, Wingville Twp., $1,000.00. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Roger Guthrie to approve Dave’s request. Motion carried. Ending Balance: $4,475.28 SWRM Cost Sharing 2016 DATCP Cost Sharing – Beginning balance is $20,501.50. Lynda presented final approval request for 2016 DATCP cost sharing on a grade stabilization structure #2 for David Brandt, Jamestown Twp., $4,679.37. Motion by Roger Guthrie, seconded by Lester Jantzen to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Lynda presented final approval request for 2016 DATCP cost sharing on a grade stabilization structure #3 for David Brandt, Jamestown Twp., $3,968.50. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Grant Loy to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Lynda presented final approval request for 2016 DATCP cost sharing on a streambank protection project for Chris Neises, Patch Grove Twp., $9,127.55. Motion by Roger Guthrie, seconded by Dale Hood to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Ending Balance for 2016 DATCP Cost Sharing: $2,726.08. 2017 DATCP Cost Sharing – Starting Balance: $3,883.75. Lynda presented 2 cancellation requests from Jerold Stanfley, South Lancaster, Twp., a grade stabilization structure; $5,250.00, and a grassed waterway; $2,800.00. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Lester Jantzen to approve the cancellation of both projects due to the lack of soil to construct the practices. Motion carried. Lynda presented final approval request for 2017 DATCP cost sharing on a grassed waterway for Jackie Eckert, Wyalusing twp., $4,592.70. Motion by Gabe Loeffelholz, seconded by Roger Guthrie to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Lynda presented final approval request for 2017 DATCP cost sharing on a manure storage facility for Steve Bollant, Wingville Twp., $10,000.00. Motion by Gabe Loeffelholz, seconded by Grant Loy to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Lynda presented final approval request for 2017 DATCP cost sharing on a well decommissioning for Al Cushman, Clifton Twp., $190.69. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Dale Hood to approve payment. Roll Call: 7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Absent. Motion carried. Ending Balance: $12,266.61. Storage Permit Approval To Construct: Lynda reported that Brian and Bonnie Crapp, Mt. Hope Twp., had no plan approval for the construction of a manure storage facility. Withdrawn the permit request approval for the September CSZC meeting. Lynda reported that Andy Buttles is constructing a concrete transfer facility for 1,117 milking cows. Bernard Obershaw designed and approved the construction plan. WI DNR approved the permit on June 16, 2017. The permit fee of $200.00 has been paid. Motion by Dale Hood, seconded by Mark Stead to approve Andy’s permit. Motion carried. Lynda reported that Jason Sensenig, Ellenboro Twp., had no construction plans approved for the construction of a manure storage facility. Withdrawn the permit request approval for the September CSZC meeting. To Close: Lynda reported that Jason Sensenig, Ellenboro Twp., had no construction plans approved for the closure of a manure storage structure. Withdrawn the permit request approval for the September CSZC meeting. Lynda reported that Jason Wachter, Woodman Twp., paid his $50.00 permit fee for the closure of a manure storage facility. Erik has designed and approved the construction plans. Motion by Lester Jantzen, seconded by Roger Guthrie to approve the manure storage closure plans. Motion carried. Mark Stead had mentioned that on a previous manure storage closure the committee had charged the individual double the amount - $100.00. Lynda looked in to the situation and will be refunding that individual $50.00. Lancaster Forestry Position Lynda reported that she received a copy of the response letter from Mary Ann Buenzow, WI DNR, in reference to the questions that Lynda had forwarded to the WI DNR in regards to the loss and transfer of Allen King, the previous Forester in Grant County. Resolution for the Support of the WI Veteran’s Farm Bill Lynda developed a resolution in support of the WI Veterans Farm Bill as directed at the August meeting. She ran it by Corporation Counsel on July 8, 2017, and it will also be presented to the Veteran’s Committee on Thursday. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Lester Jantzen to recommend approval of the resolution to the full County Board. Motion carried. SAA Tour Lynda asked for comments/concerns and any ideas/suggestions for Dodge County. Very good tour. Good comments from other counties. CSZD Administrator Report Lynda reported that the Soil Sampling Seminar for the Farmer Written Nutrient Management Plans will be on September 12th. Only have 1 signed up so far. Have 7 or 8 invited to attend. Lynda mentioned that she has 6 volunteers from the Conservation, Sanitation, and Zoning Department to help out at the Grant County Clean Sweep. Clean Sweep will be held on September 9th at Premier Co-op in Lancaster, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. They will now be accepting antifreeze. Lynda has been nominated to be on the Multi Hazard Mitigation team for natural disasters, such as the Cassville flooding. Meeting will be held on September 26, 2017. Lean Update Lynda reported that she will be meeting with the Social Services Lean Project with Jeff Anderson on September 7th.  Lynda will also be sitting in on the GIS Lean Team.  The Sanitary Lean project is to go through their review process now that it has gone through one 3 year maintenance cycle.  Annette is training to be a Lean Facilitator on the GIS Lean Team. FPP Report Kevin reported that he has a cancellation of Notice of NonCompliance for Ronnie & Susan Updike, Hickory Grove Twp. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Lester Jantzen to approve the cancellation of Notice of NonComplaince. Motion carried.  Kevin has completed 33 CREP contracts  Is working on his FPP spotchecks  Nutrient Management Update with DATCP will be held on Thursday, September 7th. NRCS Report – Joe Schmelz Joe reported that they are finishing up on FY 2017 EQIP.  Application deadline is October 20th for FY 2018. To the end of October we have spent between $1.0 to $1.1 million for cost sharing on practices in Grant County.  CSP applications are obligated for FY 2017.  The CRP Monarch sign up has closed.  CREP contracts are still being accepted. These are coming out of a different pools of money.  Joe mentioned that he and Steve Braun are working with the EWP (Emergency Watershed Program), and they have 2 projects to look at. They have 60 days to get their request to the EWP of sites that have intimate loss of life or property. Steve Braun is acting as the public sponsor for the EWP.  Joe reported that our Pathway Student, Taylor LeTexier, has completed her summer employment in our office.  Joe handed out an Updated Guidance on Required Annual Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity Discussion with Partners. Joe reviewed the information with the Conservation, Sanitation and Zoning Committee. This agreement makes the CSZD eligible for any Contribution Agreements with NRCS.  There is a contracted Office Clerk position posted for 40 hours per week in our office. This is offered through Ultima. FSA Report Gabe Loeffelholz reported that they have hired Nathalie Schattner as their new CED in the FSA office. Gabe reported that FSA has no disaster programs for crops. Gabe reported that all the crop certifications have been completed. RC&D & WLWCA Report – Dale Hood Dale reported that RC&D had met in August and reviewed their 2018 budget. Dale reported that an individual offered RC&D a parcel of land with the restrictions to keep it in a Natural Conservancy. Property was located way to the end of their travel area. There were just too many issues involved to accept the land, so they turned away the land offer. Motion by Mark Stead, seconded by Lester Jantzen to adjourn to October 3, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Motion carried. Respectfully Submitted by Annette Lolwing for Lester Jantzen.