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March 3, 2004

Port Washington, WI

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Chairman Kaul called the meeting of the Ozaukee County Highway Committee to order at 9:00 a.m. Present were committee members Kaul, Hilber, Grosklaus, Uselding and Kletti, Commissioner Dreblow, Administrator Meaux, County Supervisor Egelhoff and Office Manager Carroll. Carroll assured Kaul that the meeting was properly noticed. The agenda was adopted as presented.

Meaux advised the committee that the amended agreement with the Town of Saukville has been signed. Meaux left the meeting.

Moved by Kletti and second by Hilber to approve the minutes of the February 17, 2005 meeting as printed. All members present voting aye, the motion was adopted.

Dreblow reviewed correspondence and communications as follows:

Town of Grafton – Dreblow has responded to the request to lower the speed limit on CTH ‘T’ between CTH ‘W’ and the east limits of the city of Cedarburg. Study shows that there is no need for a reduced speed limit at this time.

Legislative Review Magazine – Articles of interest include the proposed budget increase of 2% in Transportation Aids, LRIP funding and Transit funding. The Governor is proposing a $10.00 increase in license and registration fees to $65.00 per year. Dreblow and other District #2 Highway Commissioners will meet with WisDOT tomorrow, March 4th, to discuss the reduction in the department’s maintenance budget and where reductions in services are to be made.

I.L.C. Survey – Dreblow distributed the survey results. Ozaukee County currently has the second highest rate among counties replying to the survey.

STH 33 Public Information Meeting – Dreblow reported on the February 17th meeting. Dreblow reviewed his written comments to WisDOT regarding the project limits, the apparent inclusion of a roundabout at the CTH W intersection. He again expressed the Highway Committee’s opposition to a roundabout.

2004 Highway Department Annual Report – Dreblow distributed copies to the committee.

CMAQ – Dreblow will attend the Local Transportation Funding Symposium on March 9th

Commissioner’s Training – Dreblow will attend the Highway Commissioner annual training on April 26th and 27th in Waupaca.

Kletti left the meeting.

Dreblow reviewed construction and maintenance projects as follows:

CTH ‘W’, Glen Oaks to STH 167 – Miesbauer is sending letters to property owners informing them that they will be contacted to schedule a meeting regarding right-of-way acquisition as it effects their property. Rights-of-way and easements are being staked by Kapur & Associates.

Intersection of CTH ‘C’ and CTH ‘W’ – Banton is preparing plans for the construction of an east-bound right turn lane. Cedar Creek Electric has been contacted regarding the relocation of the signal at the northeast and southwest corners.

Ozaukee Interurban Trail – The department will be digging the postholes for the mile markers being installed by Eagle Scouts.

Superintendent Leppla joined the meeting. Leppla reviewed the proposals for purchase of a skid steer loader and a trailer for the loader. Leppla recommended accepting the lowest proposal from Kelbe Bros. Moved by Grosklaus and second by Hilber to accept the proposal from Kelbe Bros. for a New Holland skid steer loader at a cost of $22,490.00. Hilber and Grosklaus voting aye, Uselding voting nay, the motion was adopted. Leppla recommended accepting the proposal from Kelbe Bros. which was the lowest proposal meeting the specifications. Moved by Grosklaus and second by Uselding to accept the proposal from Kelbe Bros. for a Redi-Haul trailer at a cost of $5,129.00. All members present voting aye, the motion was adopted.

Leppla will make recommendations for the purchase of two graders at the next meeting.

Dreblow reviewed the construction at the Lion’s Den Nature Preserve. Walkways, parking areas and an observation deck are complete. The stairway, bridge and paving have yet to be completed.

Dreblow reviewed shop employee Noeske’s recovery from surgery. It appears that his healing plateau may be reached in June. It will be determined at that time whether he will be able to perform his job duties.

Accounts payable were reviewed. Moved by Uselding and second by Grosklaus to approve accounts payable in the amount of $36,999.33. All members present voting aye, the motion was adopted.

Moved by Grosklaus and second by Uselding to adjourn at 11:30 a.m. All members present voting aye, the motion was adopted.

Respectfully Submitted,

Georgia Carroll, Office Manager

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