Parks and Public Works Committee

Parks and Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes January 16th, 2023 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Parks, and Public Property Committee was held, January 16th, 2023, Municipal Building, 800 Borner Street, Prescott, Wisconsin 54021. The meeting was called to order at 5:16 pm Committee Present: Bailey Ruona, John Peterson, Pat Knox Committee Absent: None. Staff Present: City Administrator Matt Wolf, Planner Carter Hayes, Public Works Director Mike Kinneman Others Present: None. 1. Approve Minutes for November 29th, 2023. Ruona motioned to approve the minutes for November 29th. Peterson seconded; motion passed (3-0). 2. Public Works Items A) Review of 2024 Public Works Work Plan City Administrator Wolf presented details about the Public Works 2024 work plan. The committee expressed approval for both the plan and its specifics, while also expressing concerns about the workload for the year. Committee Member Peterson inquired about the funding status of the projects, to which City Administrator Wolf responded that the majority of them are funded. Additionally, it was noted that some projects will require additional bonding. B) Review of Wisconsin Department of Transportation Financial and Maintenance Agreements for USH 10/STH 35 Projects City Administrator Wolf provided information about the USH 10 & STH 35 Maintenance Agreements. If signed, the City would assume responsibility for all elements of the roadway outside of the traveled lanes. Committee Member Ruona inquired about the current maintenance of state and US highways. DPW Director Kinneman clarified that they are not regularly maintained by the current responsible party. The existing retaining wall was discussed, and the DOT mentioned replacing six top layers. However, DPW Director Mike Kinneman suggested replacing the entire retaining wall. Committee Members Ruona and Peterson expressed interest in contacting representatives about the maintenance agreements. The issue will be brought to the council for an update during the larger council meeting. 1  3. Parks Items A) City of Prescott Tree Survey and GIS Information City Planner Carter Hayes provided details on the Tree Inventory. The Committee expressed a preference for the tree viewer application. Committee Member Ruona requested that staff make the application available online to the public. B) Magee Park Update – DNR Grant City Administrator Wolf provided an update on the Magee Park trails project. The City officially received the WDNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant. Committee Member Knox inquired about the funding, and City Administrator Wolf mentioned the possibility of temporary borrowing from other city accounts for a short period. Committee Member Ruona asked about the status of the land in Zone 2. City Administrator Wolf updated that the current landowner is considering development of a small subdivision and collaborate with the City on constructing various components of the subdivision. Committee Member Ruona motioned to forward the proposal to Council, Peterson seconded; motion passed (3-0). 4. Other Business a) Freedom Park – Shed Request City Administrator Wolf provided details about the shed request. The request involves the Prescott School District constructing the shed through one of their classes. The Committee expressed a preference for City Staff to mandate the design and location of the shed. b) Riverfront Improvements Phase 2 Public Information Meeting – Thursday, January 18 at 5:30 PM. Ruona motioned to adjourn. Peterson seconded; motion passed (3-0) at 6:16 pm The next Parks Committee meeting will be February 19th, 2023, at 5:00 PM. Respectfully Submitted, Carter Hayes City Planner 2