MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:32 P.M. BY CHAIRPERSON DIANE VOSS

ROLL CALL ¡V ALL PRESENT ¡V Chairperson Diane Voss, Supervisor Larry Austin, Supervisor Bill Pearce; Also Present ¡V Treasurer Dawn Hildebrant, Clerk Erin Cates, Road Superintendent Mike August; Audience Members ¡V 5. Diane thanked Mike August for all the plowing and road maintenance during the last few weeks.

AMEND AGENDA: „« March 19th was planned for cemetery meeting and it is now moved to April 16. Page three of previous agenda should say ¡§own land¡¨ not ¡§won land¡¨. And there were a few spelling errors to correct.

APPROVE MINUTES FROM MARCH MEETING: „« Motion made by Larry Austin to approve February 13 minutes with corrections made. Diane Voss seconded motion. Motion carried 3-0.

PLAN COMMISSION REPORT: „« Diane Voss stated that there was a discussion of the Covered Bridge proposal for Robert Clemens. It was asked that he be put on a future agenda. „« Diane Voss stated that Craig Workman presented a plan for the Tracy Group Development. Diane Voss stated that Craig Workman will work on a document to present on a later agenda, possibly in May. „« Diane Voss stated that there was a recommendation for the Cost Recovery Plan. „« Diane Voss stated that there was a recommendation to amend ordinance plan as there was a mistake when it was drafted. It should read 30 days instead of 15 days for all materials.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: „« George Kirkpatrick stated that he would like to thank those officers who did not run for re-election for their time spent serving. George Kirkpatrick also stated that the old furniture that is sitting in the garage could possibly be sold or auctioned rather than donating to the Historical Society. „« Robert Clemens stated that he would like to comment on his portion when it is his turn.

OLD BUSINESS: DISCUSSION ON RECOMMEDATION FROM PLAN COMMISSION REGARDING PROPOSED SUBDIVISION PLAN, COVERED BRIDGES SUBMITTED BY ROBERT CLEMENS: „« Diane Voss stated that the recommendation from the Plan Commission by unanimous vote was that Robert Clemens should apply for a re-zone before coming to the Plan Commission or the Board for approval and before he presents the idea of a development. Diane Voss wanted to point out that the oldest development was Hillside and Robinson, then Water Tower Place, then Sunset Ridge, then Highcrest and Bonner, then October Hills, then Rolling Oaks Estate, then Deerpath Estates, then Oak Bluff/Morgan Woods, then Kidwell Subdivision, then Angels Flight and finally Harvey Court¡Xall of which are in Walworth Township. Robert Clemens would like to show the Board a copy of our Land Division Ordinance to show that he is attempting to work together with the Plan Commission. Diane Voss stated that he was supposed to have the re-zone first. Robert Clemens said that was not true according to our ordinance suggestion. Robert Clemens stated that zoning may be asked for at conceptual phase and that we are violating our own ordinance and county ordinance by not hearing his concepts. Robert Clemens stated that he had gained insight into what the town wants (to save 15 acres of woodlands, have no access from North Walworth Road and groundwater concerns). Robert Clemens stated that he had discussed the water recharge problems with the DNR and steps to resolve it. Robert also stated that the County is working with him to resolve the issue as well. Robert Clemens stated that the school district has also been involved in the development process. Robert Clemens said that he has not had to deal with a town putting him on the agenda without informing him first and that his wishes were to go another few months and table his ideas and plans until his concepts were all drawn up. Diane Voss stated that the Towns Association advised her to make sure the zoning was in place before they heard Robert Clemens' plans. Robert Clemens stated that this is the first time a development has been put in for sewer lines. Diane Voss stated that it¡¦s the Plan Commission¡¦s right to make a suggestion as to what to say about the development. Robert Clemens said he cannot go to the County without a concept plan and he can¡¦t get concept plan without discussing with the township first. Robert Clemens stated that he has met with the DNR, Sewer Pac, and County Zoning many times and he knows he has to preserve the woods and wetlands. Robert Clemens also stated that he has meetings with the county this week and next week to figure out storm water plans and retention ponds. He also stated that the town, county and sewer pac have already designated that land for development. Robert Clemens stated that he has a large amount of open space that is a good plan for the land. Moreover, Robert Clemens stated that the land plan has endorsed 300 unit plan zoned R -2. Robert stated that he will try to make the development as rural and aesthetically pleasing as possible. Bill Pearce stated that he is interested in getting a tax base. Robert Clemens stated that he can get that when he gets a conceptual plan done. Robert Clemens stated that the town will not have to pave, maintain or plow any roads but the taxes will be paid on the homes to benefit the township. Robert Clemens also stated that it will also benefit schools. Larry Austin commented that Mr. Clemens has done a good job communicating with the Plan Commission and the Board. Larry Austin also said he was not at the Plan Commission meeting but the Plan Commission needs to see the plan one time so that Mr. Clemens and the Plan Commission are not meeting frivolously. Robert Clemens said that per our ordinance he is going to get the development conceptual plan done and hope to be on May¡¦s agenda. Robert Clemens stated that he will have 35% open space in addition to lots and roads. Robert Clemens also stated that he will now finish his conceptual plans by moving some things around on his original drawings. Bill Pearce stated that they should table the issue at the Board level. Larry Austin seconded to return to the Plan Commission until there are plans drawn up.

NEW BUSINESS: POSSIBLE SUGGESTIONS FOR ATTORNEY FOR TOWN OF WALWORTH: „« Diane Voss stated that we currently have Dave Nommensen as an attorney. Diane Voss stated that she has phone numbers from the Wisconsin State Bar for referrals for township law. Larry Austin stated that he has a list as well and agrees with researching to find a new lawyer and suggested that Erin Cates send letters to the lists to see what we can find. Diane Voss stated that we could have more than one lawyer. Larry Austin gave the list of attorneys to Erin.

APPROVE USE OF TOWN HALL FOR ANNUAL CEMETARY BOARD MEETING: „« Diane Voss stated the Cemetery Association would like to use the Town hall on April 16th. Larry Austin made a motion to approve, Bill Pearce seconded the motion, motion carried 3-0.

ESTABLISING A COST RECOVERY PLAN: „« Diane Voss stated she had a copy of a plan adopted by Linn Township. Diane Voss stated the Plan Commission reviewed the plan and thought it was a good idea. Bill Pearce questioned as to if someone filed for a re-zone then they had to fill out a cost recovery form. Bill Pearce stated that it was a good idea and if there was a need for it we should do it. Diane Voss stated that the township has been frugal with our money. Larry Austin said Erin Cates should re-type the town of Linn¡¦s and we would use that. Larry made a motion to approve the draft the cost recovery plan the same as Linn¡¦s, Bill Pearce seconded, motion carried 3-0.

AMEND PLAN COMMISSION PROCEDURES ORDINACE: „« Diane Voss stated that the correction should read the same as on the agenda and the previous wording was a typo. Diane Voss made a motion to accept the changes, Larry Austin seconded, motion carried 3-0.

DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DRAFTING OF A LETTER TO BE SENT TO WALWORTH COUNTY ZONING DEPARTMENT REGARDING THEIR RECENT DECISION REGARDING AL RICHEY¡¦S RE-ZONE: „« Larry Austin wanted to discuss the re-zone and the township¡¦s denial for the re-zone but the County¡¦s approval for it. Larry Austin stated that we have spent hours discussing the topic and many meetings and did not approve how the County did not follow our recommendation. Larry Austin stated that if the County is not going to follow our recommendation then we should ask the County to sit in on our meetings or we will not adopt their zoning. Diane Voss stated the she also agreed with Larry Austin in that the County did not follow their own 20/20 Plan. Bill Pearce stated he was surprised what the County did. Diane Voss stated a letter of explanation and Larry Austin stated a letter from the Township on our concerns should be drafted. Larry Austin also said that he is upset and disappointed that the County is diminishing the Board¡¦s decisions. Larry made a motion to draft a letter to the County expressing our concerns regarding Al Richey¡¦s conditional use permit, Diane Voss seconded the motion, motion carried 3-0.

POSSIBLE NEW RESOLUTION REGARDING OLD TOWN HALL FURNITURE TO BIG FOOT PRAIRIE HISTORIAL SOCIETY: „« Diane Voss stated that the cabinet, two tables and pedestals have been in the town hall since the town hall existed. Diane Voss stated that from the Towns Association, it was suggested that it would be stored somewhere under loan so that if the municipality wants it back, they can get it back. Larry Austin questioned if the Historical Society is functioning and growing. Diane Voss stated yes and we can always rescind the ordinance later but if we don¡¦t put an ordinance together, the materials will be disposed of. Larry Austin made a motion to loan the furniture to the Bigfoot Historical Society, Bill Pearce seconded, motion carried 3-0.

DISCUSSION FOR TEMPORARY STORAGE OF FURNISHINGS FOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY: „« Diane Voss stated that Mike August does not have room to store the furniture and that she had a vacant building at her residence that she would offer to store the furniture in until the Historical Society can find a location to set up in. Larry Austin made a motion to have Diane Voss store the furniture at no cost for the Historical Society, Bill Pearce seconded, motion carried 3-0.

RESCUE SQUAD CONTRACT: „« Larry Austin stated that there is no rescue squad contract yet and that the Walworth Village Board met last night. Larry Austin said that he has spoken to Donna every couple weeks and that the Village Board recommended going back to the Finance Committee to meet with Larry Austin to go over any questions they had. Diane Voss reported that Brookfield had a meeting last night and has a contract already today. Diane Voss stated that she is disappointed that this has gone on since October. Larry Austin stated that we could ask the Village of Walworth to give us a letter of intent so we know we have promised coverage. Diane Voss stated that they should be able to have this to us by now.

ROAD ORDINANCE AND SEWER LINE ORDINANCE DISCUSSION: „« Diane Voss stated that Plan Commission should review first and handed out information to the Board on it. Bill Pearce stated he is going to look over and leave for Larry Austin to review. Joe Abell would like a copy for the Plan Commission made as well.

ETZ REPORT „« None.

PLAN COMMISSION REPORT „« Previously covered in beginning of meeting.

TREASURER REPORT „« Larry Austin stated that Dawn Hildebrandt was out ill and that he would give report for her. Larry Austin stated that Dawn is preparing to leave office and getting things together for the new treasurer. Larry Austin stated that some checks have not yet cleared (Bigfoot Recreation). Larry also needed approval for bills. Bill Pearce made a motion to approve the report, Diane Voss seconded, motion carried 3-0.

CLERKS REPORT „« Erin Cates stated that someone had contacted her for information on the remaining liquor license. „« Erin Cates stated that she was preparing for the upcoming election April 3. „« Erin Cates stated that the Towns Association had published a short paragraph addressing the public comments section of the agenda and how to deal with issues that arise with that. „« Larry Austin inquired to Erin Cates if the SVRS was done yet. Erin Cates stated that it was too soon to have that implemented for the Spring Election.

CITIZENS CONCERNS „« Diane Voss stated that the plowing of the roads was very good. „« Diane Voss stated the Tracy Group concerns with traffic and township and maybe should consider plan changes for driveway and impact on township. „« Diane Voss stated that Sgt. Mark Roan is our new Walworth County Sheriff Dept. contact person for the Township. „« Diane Voss stated that she notified the bidder on the truck sale and returned the $1 bid to the owner and sent out the truck title. „« Diane Voss stated that Steve Dilley inquired on the ordinance for the utility work to be done. „« Diane Voss stated that she had a letter from the Sewer Pac that will be applied to Smart Growth Plan and Sewer Pac request. „« Diane Voss stated that Virginia Hall wrote a letter to make Highway 67 from Old World Wisconsin to Sharon a historical roadway. „« Diane Voss stated that the 4-H club wanted to continue garbage pickup. „« Diane Voss stated that Spencer is upset that Gardiner was taking to long to get information requested. Diane Voss stated that she had informed him that state law mandates 4+ days for public record turnaround. „« Larry Austin stated that he received a complaint that there was another spill from Tom Kaur. Larry Austin stated that he called Tom and it was immediately cleaned up. „« Larry Austin stated that Walworth Fire Department stated that the township¡¦s road conditions were great. „« Larry Austin stated we should get cable and internet installed at the town hall. „« Mike August said that the sign by Sunset Ridge has been told to Tom Lothian and his office is still working on it. Diane Voss stated that she too had talked to Tom Lothian¡¦s office. „« Bill Pearce stated that he received a complaint regarding water and said the culverts were being cleared to resolve the issue.

MEETINGS ATTENDED „« Diane Voss stated that the Wisconsin Town Association district meeting is Sat. March 31st. „« Diane Voss stated the Board of Adjustment meets March 14th. „« Diane Voss stated that the Town Association has upcoming workshops for newly elected members that are paid for by the township on March 31st. „« Diane Voss stated that after the election, there is a meeting for the Wisconsin Town Association in Madison on April 30th and in Brookfield on May 11th.

SAFETY UPDATE „« Larry Austin gave an update that there was only 3 fire calls. „« Larry Austin reported that the old fire engine had to have a repair for the head gasket that was not covered by warranty. The quote for repair was $1588. Mike August suggested that Fleet Service should be contacted for a second quote. Larry Austin stated that maybe we could hold off on annual inspection until this is repaired. Diane Voss stated to get a quote in writing and get a second quote from Fleet. Larry Austin stated that he is continuing to review fire numbers and get a firm count on them.

ROAD/BUILDING „« Bill Pearce stated that we were almost out of sand and salt and that road tours will start soon. „« Bill Pearce also stated he is going to get a quote from Amon to see what work needs to be done.

APPROVE BILLS „« Larry Austin made a motion to approve the bills, Bill Pearce seconded, motion carried 3-0.

NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON April 10th, 2007 immediately following the Annual Meeting being held at 6:30 pm.

ADJOURNMENT „« Larry Austin made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Bill Pearce seconded, motion carried 3-0.

MINUTES RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY:

________________________________________ ERIN CATES, TOWN CLERK