Home Page: Sanitary District One Cedar Lake
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Commissioners:
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Dick Jens |
286-2601 |
2015 |
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Scott Otterson |
894-2009 |
2013 |
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John Brotz |
894-3821 |
2011 |
Weed Harvesting Requests can be accomodated by Roger Laack 894-7074
This website is being updated by Scott Otterson, Any corrections,revisions or suggestions can be emailed to Scott.
THE LAKE IS NOW OPEN TO FAST BOATING THURSDAY AUGUST 5TH 6PM
. Shoreline erosion due to wave action is a major and unrepairable concern that requires caution and comon sence boating to preserve the lake quality.PLEASE FAST BOAT AS FAR FROM THE SHORELINE AS SAFETY PERMITS
Town of Schleswig Sanitary District 1 - Cedar Lake
NEXT MEETING TO BE HELD SATURDAY SEPT 4TH 9AM
Note that on January 1, 2010 a prepayment of the remaining weed harvester loan was made from surplus funds. We now own it free and clear. See 2009 Financial for further details.
EVENTS
See www.thecedarsbargrill.com for details on their events
Jan 29 Sat - Pond Hockey Saturday mornings -confirm with Cedars Resort 894-1609
Jan 29 Sat - Fishing Tournament - Trails Inn Kiel Sponsor (winners 13.5-in crappie, 17.5-in bass)
Jan 30 Sun - Recliner Races 11AM-3AM - Snowbirds Sponsor (excellent turnout with premier upgrade to the Cedar's Pavillion)
Feb 06 Sat - Pond Hockey Saturday mornings - confirm with the The Cedars 894-1609
Feb 27 Sat - Cedar Lake Fishing Tournement - The Cedars sponser (117 entrants with 17-in Bass, no Northern caught for the second tournement this year, 8-in Crappie and Bluegill, 9-in Perch)
March 30 Tues, March 31 Wed, April 1 Thur - Wisconsin Lakes Convention - Green Bay -
June 1, Tuesday- 6 pm Sanitary District Meeting
June 2, Weds, 6PM: Terrestrial Invasive Species Monitoring Training – Contact Woodland Dunes for more information 793-4007. Volunteers needed for this county program. As much or little as you may have.
- June 9, Weds 6 pm Aquatic Invasive Species Volunteer Appreciation Day. Meet at the Cedars Resort Pavillion around 5 pm for brats and beverage 6 pm. - Pontoon rides and presentation. Interested in volunteering...stop by for a ride.
June 13, Sun - Cedar Lake Improvement Assc. Meeting Town Hall 10:00 am - June 13th Sunday Band 2-6pm
- June 20th Sunday Cub Scout Camp Services open to public
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Sunday Morning Chapel service at Cub Scout World, Camp Rokilio will be offered:June 20th, July 11th, and August 22nd at 10:30 amPlease park in parking lot or if unable to walk to chapel, drive up to the flagpole next to chapel. Free will offering. Chaplin Sy Regan. Readings from Scripture and a couple of songs.Steve GrapentineCub Scout World, Camp Rokilio
- June 24, Thurs - Cedar Lake Improvement Assc Get to gether Social Millhone Supper Club 6 pm cocktails, dinner at 7 pm. Reservations at 920-894-7414
- June 26th Frog Presentation at Wilkes Lake Boat Landing
- June 27th Sun Band 2-6pm
- July 4th 2-6 Band
July 6, Tuesday- 6pm Sanitary District Meeting - July 17, Sat - Cedar Lake Improvement Assc. Boat Parade and Fireworks
- July17th Band 2-6pm
August 3, Tuesday - 6pm Sanitary District Meeting - August 22, Sun - Cedar Lake Improvement Assc. Meeting Town Hall 10:00 am
- Aug 22nd Band 2-6pm
Sept 4, Sat - Sanitary Dist. Annual Meeting Town Hall 9:00 am - Sept 5th Labor Day Band 2-6pm
- Oct 5, Tuesday - 6pm Sanitary District Meeting
The Cedars Resort has extended their hours and is open daily for Summer. Their menues and hours can be seen at their web site; www.thecedarsbargrill.com They have done some very expensive and quality enhancements to the property and lake community and deserve our patronage. PS they have some great specials including the pan fried walleye.
CURRENT NOTES
In late June, lake water samples were taken from five Cedar Lake locations approximately 30 feet off shore for testing of eColi. eColi is an indicator of sewage and feces from animals and humans which can be harmful and high levels often shut some beaches down. The results were good with all being at least ten times lower than the caution level. Good precautionary advice from the DNR is to rinse when done with your swimming activities.
On 7/20 following a 3 inch rainfall event, an additional eColi sample was taken fron the Rockville Road ditch near the Boat Ramp. Results indicated an unacceptable level of eColi in the ditchwater that drains into the lake. As a precautionary measure to confirm the acceptable quality of the lake water, 3 more lake samples were taken on 7/26. The results showed two non detectable levels and one hit of 1 which is 235 times lower than a warning level. Review of the source of the eColi in the ditchline is curently underway.
A report of Swimmers Itch has been recieved. It is parasite that developes in snails or waterfowl but dies when it penetrates human skin. It is most commonly found nearshore, in shallow water, and in stagnant water. It's best to swim in deeper waters and rinse after swimming.
A good website with information on Swimmers Itch is http://www.swimmersitch.org/faq.html#WILLSPREAD
Eastern Milk Snake in Scott's backyard June 15, 2010 Non Poisonous, found around stone foundations, eats insects, slugs, small rodents, frogs, small snakes. Good for your garden so let them go or call Scott to remove it to a better location. (Legend has it that these snakes often found around barns drank the milk from the cows....sorry only a legend)
PS There are no poisonous snakes in this area of Wisconsin but any snake can bite so don't get over excited about a snake or snake bite around here. Send Scott any interesting nature photos.
LAKE WATCH - Police Reports and Concerned Property Owners Comments
Kiel and surrounding communities have noted breakins to unlocked garages and cars. None reported on the lake yet.
Manitowoc Detective Larry Ledvina is coordinating a response for updated law enforcement information. He said that there hasn't been any significant activity in the area lately; Suspicius Persons and some Vandalism. Contact Scott Otterson if you have items of interest or note some suspicious activity that you want added to this site.
A comoflaged canoe is missing from Cedar Lake. Please contact Scott for owners name. Business breakins have been reported in Rockville.
NATURE WATCH - Send Scott any interesting nature sightings, photos for posting
FACT: 95 days of 60,000 barrels of oil spilling into the Gulf would have filled over one half of the volume of Cedar Lake
Invasive Species Presentation at the Cedars Pavillion June 9th was enlightening. Tom Ward has been active in the education of volunteer monitors. He gathered several expert speakers on invasive lake and land plants, fishery quality, and lake monitoring along with a slide presentation, lake tour and dinner. (I recommend that anyone interested in increasing their knowledgee of the lake contact Tom to volunteer. Volunteer time has been left up to the volunteer's availability and the knowledge gained is great and rewarding) Speakers included DNR Fisheries Manager Steve Koegler spoke on the current fish study occuring on the lake; the lake is in his view is one of the better balanced fisheries in Manitowoc County with a few 30 inch northerns and two walleyes noted so far in the survey. He said that the most important impact that can be made to improve the fishery is to limit the weed and fallen tree/shrub removal whenever possible. His slide show presented the hows, whys and information gained from these surveys. Another DNR staff and lake monitoring volunteer showed monitoring techniques for aquatic plant sampling, water quality sampling and and water sampling for the spiney water flea (none found). Another slide presentation was given by the Calumet County Agent showing the types and location of the many invasive weeds growing in our area.
A single loon was sighted on the lake June 1, 2010
Cedar Lake Record Clarity Reading; Under ideal conditions a new record water clairity reading of 23.6 feet of depth using the Secchi disc method occured on Saturday May 22, 2010. Readings of 18 to 16 feet are typical. It is anticipated that the clairity will decrease naturally during the summer as the sun promotes the plant and algae growth. These readings have been recorded over several years and can be found on the belowmentioned Cedar Lake Monitoring Data Link.
The increased boating/wave action adds to the sediment suspension and erosion so please fast boat as far away from the shores as safe and practical. (The smaller the waves at the shoreline, the move likely your neighbors will support fast boating)
FISHERMEN and FISHERWOMEN
DNR requires a wearable life preserver on kayaks and paddle boats ( a throwable is not good enough). A $200 ticket issued by the County on 4th of July weekend drove the point home to 3 paddleboaters.
Note that trolling on Cedar Lake is illegal. (Trolling is dragging a lure or bait in the water while under motor power.) Please notify fishermen of the law and save them a hefty ticket. Any photos of catch and released fish or measurements will be posted. Contact Scott.
A Bald Eagle with a 20 inch northern pike in its tallons was sighted in the marsh area of Horthern Bay.6/11. Sandhill Cranes flying North 3/7. Redwing Blackbird at bird feeder 3/09. Eagles moving North 3/21, 43 Cranes circling over the Cub Scout camp 3/22. Ice is off 90% of the lake 3/29. Spring is here. 4 loons on the lake 4/1. Two eagles over Cub Scout Camp 4/6. Barred Owl by Bengi's 4/2.
photo by John Brotz May 2010 Lax Chaple Road
A fish study is being conducted by the DNR. An April netting occured which is to be followed by a netting in the summer and the fall. A fish shocking occured around May 20th. Several good size Bass and Northern were recorded and released. Details will be posted when available.
LINKS
Understanding Lake Data (Guide to the technical terms and their use)
DNR Cedar Lake Monitoring Data (data provided to the DNR by the Sanitary District)
Current Weather
Final 2010 Budget (pdf)
2009 Financial Statement with 2010 Harvester Loan Prepayment (pdf)
- Lake Map - Contours (pdf) (Note the lake was three feet lower at the time of maping and an island is now a shallow submerged spot with lots of aluminum prop scars on the rocks)
- Lake Map - Owner Locations (pdf)
- Lake Map - Survey 1834 (pdf)
- Lake Level Graph 1936 to Present (pdf) FORTHCOMING
- 2009 Weed Harvesting Report (pdf)
- 2009 Weed Harvesting Chart (pdf)
- Aquatic Plant Management Plan (pdf) FORTHCOMING
- DNR 2006 Comprehensive Fish Survey Report link http://dnr.wi.gov/fish/reports/final/cedarlakereport2006.pdf
- DNR 2006 Fish Report (Draft) (pdf)
- BOAT ORDINANCES page 1
- BOAT ORDINANCES page 2 FORTHCOMING
New High Water Control 18-inch Culvert Installation across Woodside Lane July 2009
Placed at same elevation as the old culvert per WDNR requirments.
Culverts in action July23, 2010
SANITARY DISTRICT MEETING MINUTES
DRAFT Sanitary District No. 1, Cedar Lake, met Tuesday evening, August 3, 2010, 6:00 PM, Town Hall, Rockville. Present: Dick Jens, Scott Otterson, John Brotz, Chuck Hartmann and Phil Knauf.
Dick Jens called the meeting to order and we started the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes – Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the minutes as recorded.
Treasurer’s Report – Scott reported as of
Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the Treasurer’s Report.
Paying of Bills – Scott reported we have bills for harvester fuel and there will be tax check coming in the approximate amount of $11,000. The sign that we have ordered from Schuler will cost in the area of $125 to $150. The work that will be done around the shed is pretty much free and Amy Heidemann has poisoned the area where the plantings will take place. John will check on white plastic barrels that can be used for rain barrels and Scott will keep in touch with John on this matter.
Phil questioned at what point do we open up the lake and at what point do we close down the lake. He was informed we close down at 5” and open at 2” John voiced his concern that we close down the lake at a time when most people that had acquired lake property want to be out their skiing and feels there isn’t any real definitive erosion problems. He also stated that the statutes do not give us the right to shut down the lake unless there is a very serious problem, and stated this could happen in the event if all lakes in the area are closed and traffic would become an issue on our lake and then would present a hazard. Phil commented that years back when the lake was higher than this we didn’t stop boating, but now there are bigger boats that effect this issue.
Dick also stated that individuals are not staying away from the shorelines 100’ and this is another reason for shutting down the lake.
Scott commented that another way to handle this matter would be allow the lake to be about
Phil stressed that all three commissioners should take a vote when matters of this type are addressed. Scott noted that all three Commissioners have the common goal to not shut the lake down to fast boating and we need to review the lake level guidelines to have a cushion for rainfall events. After considerable discussion it was decided that Scott will collect more data and this subject will be revisited at the October meeting
Scott also did a water quality test in the ditch over at the boat landing area and the number was
Phil asked that next time Scott do the testing in other ditch locations near the boat landing area to determine the problem area. Scott said he planned to do some more sampling after a big rain..
Phil also mentioned we could always put in a retention pond if need be. Scott indicated that he felt that the size of the pond required to retain the water to drop any significant soil in the runoff would be cost prohibitive. We will continue to monitor water quality in these areas.
Weed Report – It was stated that Karen had given the commissioners an e-mail report on Roger’s hours thus far and he is somewhat ahead of last year’s activity.
Sign Update – Schuler has the go ahead on the sign and Dick will follow-up with him. The sign will be placed at the boat landing and will cover the lake’s rules.
Pump Valve – Dick commented that the fire department had come out to the well site and when the valves were opened to fill the truck, some were leaking. Fred Reindl has been contacted to take care of this repair. Even with leaking, 475 gallons per minute was reached.
2011 Budget – Scott went over his report covering funds that will be earmarked or allocated for certain funds i.e. well, grants, legal, truck and general contingency. Copies of this report will be attached to the minutes and will be mailed with meeting announcement letter. We have a current balance of $48,872.00 and $22,500.00 will be taken from this surplus and added to previous budget commitments for the Pump Reserve, Legal Reserve, Conservation/Grant Reserve, and Truck Reserve. The $19,372 remaining reserve will be for Contingency of Electric, Weed Cutting Labor, and Immediate Response on Invasive Species Remediation. This transaction would put our proposed 2011 tax levy at $18,850.00, which is approximately 50% lower than last year. There was concern that if we drop the budget by that substantial amount, would it be possible next year to raise the tax level by any amount or would be limited to a certain percentage. This matter will have to be checked by Scott before a final determination is made on the 2011 budget.
At the time of this writing, the following is the planned budget for 2011:
Insurance $2,000
Electricity $3,300
Meetings $1,400
Administrative $1,200
Water Quality $ 400
Pump Fund $ 0 In Pump Reserve
Muskrat Trapping $ 200 (Scott will check with Ralph Engel if he will trap)
Harvester/Truck Repair $1,500 Also see Truck Reserve
Weed Harvester Labor $5,750
Weed Disposal $1,500
Grants $ 0 In Conservation/Grant Reserve
Attorney Fees $ 0 In Legal Reserve
Accounting Fees $ 100
Harvester Debt $ 0 Debt Prepaid January 2010
Misc. $1,500
TOTAL 2011 BUDGET $18,850
As there were no other items to discuss, the meeting adjourned at
Note: Next meeting will be the annual meeting on Saturday, September 4, at
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Laack, Secretary
Subsequent to the August 3rd meeting, Scott conversed with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue and determined that any unused levy can be identified as Reserves in each annual budget and use as needed with a 2/3 Commissioner vote. The annual budget is limited only to 1 mil of equalized assed value in Capital needs over and above the budget for Operations and Maintenance. Currently 1 mil is about $30,000. We have never been close to this limit in past and foreseeable budgets. Any references to funds should technically be called reserves.
Dick Jens called the meeting to order and we started the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes – Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the minutes as recorded. NOTE: our minutes and other items of interest are recorded on the town’s website townofschleswig.com.
Treasurer’s Report – The balance in the Savings account as of
The BUDGET for next year will be on our next meeting’s agenda and Scott will be preparing a budget draft. It is to be decided what amount of monies should be retained in our regular savings and checking accounts.
Paying of Bills – There were not special bills as of this writing, other than diesel fuel bills for the harvester.
Website Discussion – Scott reported there may be more sub pages in the future. It was noted that a comment will be added on the website with regard for the need to have a wearable life preserver, especially when it concerns paddle boats and kayaks.
Update on Shed Plantings – Dick has talked to Bonnie Grossenbach with regard to the rain garden that will take shape at the northwest corner of the storage shed. Dennis Salzman has been told to cut the grass as close as possible to the stakes. Amy Heidemann has offered to prepare the area for the native plantings. She will either obtain a tiller from Ted Zuberbier or John Brotz. Dick mentioned he knows of an individual in
Sign for Boat Landing – Dick has spoken to Terry Schuler with regard to the 2 x 3
Scott did five water samples for eColi in late June and this info will also be put on the website. The highest number was 15 colonies per 100 ml and well below the numbers that will close down a beach. The number of 1,000 colonies will close down a beach and 235 will be a warning. The boat landing was suggested as an area to be tested in the future, as it may have run-off issues.
Weed Report – Rog and Dennis had to replace a ball bearing on the shaft that runs the sickle bar. Extras of this particular part are kept on hand and may be an item to order when we secure filters for next year. Note – as in the past, if anyone has a request for weed cutting, please call Roger Laack at 920-894-7074.
Pump Output – Scott will call the Kiel Fire Department Fire Chief, Bob Hennings, Jr. to schedule a Friday night test on pump. Scott will try and operate the pump at least an hour before test.
Water Star Community – Dick spoke to Suzanne Wade with regard to this program and she will keep us up-to-date. At this time, our Sanitary District would not be covered. Dick didn’t ask whether or not the Town would be covered.
Eagle Projects – Dick has continued his efforts with putting leaflets on cars in the boat parking lot which cover the subject of clean boats and invasive specifies. He had an opportunity to speak with an individual who mentioned some Boy Scouts may be interested in doing boat inspections if they are working on their Eagle Scout badges. Dick will be in touch with the Scoutmaster for the
As there were not further items to discuss, the meeting adjourned at
Note: Our next meeting is scheduled for
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Laack, Secretary
Sanitary District No. 1, Cedar Lake, met Tuesday evening, June 1, 2010, 6:00 PM, Town Hall, Rockville. Present: Dick Jens, Scott Otterson, and John Brotz.
Dick Jens called the meeting to order and we started the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes – Scott reported the minutes have been placed on the website and a motion was made and unanimously passed to accept the minutes as recorded.
Treasurer’s Report – Scott went over the items on the Treasurer’s Report and stated he had picked up some Roundup to be used on Poison Ivy in the conveyor area. There were charges for attendance at the Lake Leaders Conference and mileage at 50 cents per mile. It was reported we had received a $10 check regarding the purchase of the Wilke property and this is for certification that there are no special assessments pending on the property. Scott will sign and return form. Scott made mention that
Bills – There was only a charge for harvester fuel.
Website – Dick Jens reported he has been receiving good comments with regard to the info on the website. Scott had received information at the
Fish Planting Update – it was stated fish planting had taken place in 2008 and usually takes place every 4 years. Dick also has talked to the Grossenbach’s with regard to native grass plants at the storage shed area. They felt fall would be a good time to do this job. Cloth will be put down on the north side of shed and a strip of plantings will be done the full length of shed on
Sign at Boat Landing – Dick has not been able to get a hold of Schuler’s Signs and will be working on this to notify the boaters of the need to read the rules.
Scott also covered a Water Star Program, but wasn’t sure if
John Brotz at this point in the meeting reported he has had an apparent problem with muskrats and will need to do some shore land restoration. Dick gave him the names of Carey Webb and Mary Gansberg of the DNR who may be able to help him with this matter. We will again hire Ralph Engel to trap muskrats this fall.
At this time trash in the water cleanup event was also discussed and it was felt this should be brought up at the upcoming Association meeting. It was felt a good time for this to take place would probably be the weekend following the Cedar Lake Improvement Association meeting.
Water Level – The water level is
Weed Harvester Report – The weed harvester permit has not been received to date. (Note: Since this meeting, the permit has been received and a copy has been placed on the harvester). Along with this subject, the different types of weeds in the lake were discussed.
Our next meeting date is
As there were not further items to discuss, our meeting adjourned at
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Laack, Secretary
Sanitary District No. 1, Cedar Lake, met Tuesday evening, May 11, 2010, 6:00 PM, Town, Hall, Rockville.
Present: Dick Jens, Scott Otterson, John Brotz and Chuck Hartmann.
Dick Jens called the meeting to order and we did forego the Pledge of Allegiance as we had to meet in the Town Hall office area and there was no flag present.
Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes - Dick said Phil Fox reported he wants his name removed from the minutes as being one of the persons who said he would like the well turned on. This correction will be made. It was also decided that Karen, like in the past, will pass on the minutes to each of the commissioners for their approval and if she does not get a reply back within two days, Scott will go ahead and post the minutes on the website. If there would be any major changes, these can be taken care of at the next monthly meeting. A motion was made and unanimously passed to accept the minutes with the above correction.
Treasurer’s Report – Scott went over the checks written with the group and reported there will be CD’s in the amount of $25,000. coming up for renewal in December. As of
Bills – there were just some miscellaneous bills for grease and oil for the harvester.
Website Review – John Brotz stated he had heard someone comment that they liked the website. John also has photo of a bald eagle that he saw and Scott will put it on the website. Scott said he would like to add info such as a
Job Descriptions – Roger and Karen have handed in their job descriptions and now the Commissioners will work on their descriptions. Dick reported this is a part of getting started on formalizing the By-Laws.
Water Level – The elevation of the culvert was discussed briefly and it was reported the water level is 0” below the outlet culvert inlet.
Weed Harvester Schedule – Roger and Dennis are getting the harvester prepared for the summer schedule. Dick reported that the harvester can be put in as soon as possible as he has seen weeds growing. Dick also plans to talk to Bonnie Grossenbach about putting some nature plantings around the weed harvester storage shed. Fish planting was discussed and Scott said he will contact Steve Koegler with reference to the recent DNR survey done on the lake.
Boat Inspections – Scott reported that he and Phil haven’t seen too many boating violations to date. Dick plans to place leaflets on the car windshields again with regard to clean boats. It was stated people should be advised to pull up their boats before removing the plugs from the boats and contaminating the lake. It is important to draw people’s attention to obeying the rules of the lake and that a constable is on duty. It was suggested we should have an additional sign made for this purpose and Dick will check with Ken Schuler on this matter.
Dick also asked the group to advise him if they would like any specific items on the upcoming meeting agendas.
The following dates have been setup for our forthcoming meetings:
Tuesday, June 1, Tuesday, July 6, Tuesday, August 3, Saturday, September 4, (Annual Meeting
As there were no additional items to discuss, the meeting adjourned at
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Laack, Secretary
Sanitary District No. 1, Cedar Lake, met Tuesday evening, April 5, 2010, 6:00 PM, Town, Hall, Rockville. Present: Dick Jens, Scott Otterson, John Brotz and Chuck Hartmann. (DRAFT)
Dick Jens Called the meeting to order and the meeting was started with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes – Our last meeting was held
Treasurer’s Report – Scott reported we $1,529.40 in Checking and $23,810.41 in Savings. The property tax payments have been received and two CD’s were taken out. A detailed list of the checks written as of
Scott stated that Mary Gansberg had nominated him to the
Bills – Dick Jens has a bill in the amount of $280.86 covering the Lakes Conference at
We also had a bill from Aquarius covering the various harvester filters and it was questioned if we could find these filters somewhere else cheaper. Karen did state that her and Rog had checked in the past, but didn’t haven’t any success. There was a fee charged for handling on the Aquarius invoice because we did not have an order of $100.
Correspondence Over The Winter – Scott submitted the well pumping report and we are trying to maintain the
The DNR has put up 5 buoys with net traps to the shore in the lake and said they are doing a fish survey. This will occur for two weeks and be repeated in June. Fish planting is normally done every four to five years. This is something that could be checked out by the Association in the event we would wish to plant fish in the interim. Dick will talk to Dick Grossenbach about this.
Dick reported the water level is 3 ¼” below the outlet culvert invert. ( Two days after the meeting, a rainfall rose the lake to within 1 ½ inches below the culvert)
Recap of Lakes Conference in
Scott questioned Mary Gansberg with reference to a plan that could be enacted very quickly should our lake discover Eurasian Milfoil
NR 115 Shoreland Zoning – The DNR has minimum standards but the County creates the rules. Scott spoke with Tom Ward regarding our lake’s activities and development and where we stand when we want to improve our properties. Scott will follow-up on the drafting of the County rules which can be more restrictive than the DNR version. Protection of the lake property owner’s rights along with the protection of the lake and shoreline will be on Scott’s agenda.
Dick commented that next year we may have no constable on
It is very important to make people around the lake aware of the Town meeting because a decision regarding this issue could definitely impact our lake.
Web Site – Dick said he felt the web site looked very good. Dick will e-mail individuals with regard to Sanitary District info and Phil will no longer be doing this. It was also suggested that space be made available for Cedar Lake Improvement Association minutes, etc. Scott developed and is maintaining the site and said to let him know if anyone would like any links and information added. He will also work with John on adding the Aquatic Plant Management Report and other past key reports to the web site info.
Job Descriptions – Dick asked if Karen and Roger could do job descriptions for their respective jobs, Recording Secretary and Harvester Operator. Dick noted that we hope that we will not have to use them for a long time as Roger and Karen have been doing a wonderful job.
Discuss Rehabilitation District – Dick has been in touch with David Hruby of the Wisconsin Department of Revenue regarding this issue. We advised him that we no longer have this District. Mr. Hruby advised that we need a petition to dissolve, so Dick will submit a petition at the spring Association meeting to dissolve the Cedar Lake Rehabilitation District.
Chuck Hartmann asked if he could discuss the water level as we have had a dry spring and a lot of wind. Chuck Mayer and Jerry Voechting are concerned that the lake level is down and questioned turning on the well and this also would show how well the culvert is working. Dick said we had established parameters last year that the level is to be 6” below the culvert before we turn on the well and as of this date really haven’t given it a chance.
Scott noted that the higher that the lake level is in the spring, the higher the risk is in shutting the lake down to fast boating if there is an extended period of rain during the summer. He stated that his goal is to never shut the lake down again to fast boating by maintaining an acceptable cushion (currently 3-inches) to accommodate a prolonged rainfall. Dick noted, we currently have a 3-inch cushion to allow for Mother Nature to fill the lake without having to waste electric and water by pumping. It was also noted that the lake level and forecast weather conditions will be reviewed as we get closer to the summer months. If we do have drought conditions, Scott noted that the pump will remain on until the level regains.
As a side note, Dick reviewed previous minutes and found that the lake had been 7 to 8-inches down during the two springs that we eventually had to shut the lake down due to summer rains. As noted earlier, we are currently 1.5-inches down.
John Brotz stated that he feels it is very important that we be very careful to not shut down the lake again between Memorial Day and Labor Day as that is when people really want to be able to boat.
Our next meeting is scheduled for May 11,
As there were no further items to discuss, our meeting adjourned at
Respectfully submitted, Karen Laack, Secretary
Sanitary District Annual Meeting September 5, 2009
Sanitary District No. 1,
Attendees were welcomed by Dick Jens and this was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. John Brotz was introduced as one of our new commissioners.
Approval of Last Year’s Annual Meeting Minutes – Mike Strebe questioned the statement “DNR would like to see our lake become a manual lake”, it was agreed to modify this statement by saying that the DNR agent was of the personal opinion that Cedar Lake should be a manual lake. Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the
Treasurer’s Report – Scott reported the Checking balance as of
$161.00 for grates and labor at the culvert site
$25.00 checks for commissioners and secretary for the last monthly meeting. (This figure has not been changed since 2002.)
$41.98 Aquarius
$27.82 Dennis Lenz – truck oil
$1,262.00 Insurance (covered under the Town). This is up-to-date for all equipment/building)
$303.29 Pete Goddard – weld harvester leak. Pete did add cushioning in this area to help prevent a problem in the future.
Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the Treasurer’s report.
Paying of Bills – Dick stated he had ordered books “Life on Edge” and “Protecting Your Waterfront Investment” at $3.00 per book. Mike Strebe noted that it would be a good idea to make realtors aware of these issues and keep new people on the lake informed. Ken Schuler stated he would like some of these books for new people and it was agreed the Cedar Lake Improvement Association would split the cost of the books and pay $69.00
Project Update – Dick brought the group current on the culvert/outlet. Ed Kellan questioned when the finishing of the road would take place and Dick stated he will call Ken Suchon. Dick also advised we will have the landscaping done at Ed’s property and it will be Rivercrest Landscaping at a cost of $1,665.00
Dick commented on the
There are presently two ordinances before the Town Board, one to allow the Sanitary District to shut down the lake if need be and two to place buoys in
Ken Schuler at this point commented on an individual who was going in the wrong direction on the lake and he approached the individual and advised him accordingly. It is felt he knew the rules but felt they aren’t being enforced. Jerry Voechting stated it is very important that the Town be in charge of the patrol. Ken Schuler felt maybe the County should do and Dick commented that monies may be available through the Municipal Court, but at the moment there are no Sanitary Districts that do boat patrols. Phil Knauf advised the group of the Town’s boat patrol situation and his hours and the history that they do not want to patrol our lake.
Mike Strebe stated that there are Lake Rehabilitation Districts that do have boat patrols and that is very important to attend lake conferences. At this point different topics were discussed such as charging incoming boats, asking
Dick Jens commented that Mary Gansberg had planned to do a fish habitat assessment, but due to budget cuts this assessment will not take place. There are companies that are for hire to do this type of assessment and Dick Jens will check on this matter. It was mentioned that the Town has a website and there is space available for the Sanitary District. Scott is continuing to work on this subject.
Dick advised the group that our By-Laws need updating, as they deal with a plumbing inspector and our district no longer is operated this way. Also, commissioners and their terms and how to get on the board will be covered. He has a copy of the first Sanitary District meeting held in October of 1967.
Weed Harvesting – this is pretty much the same as last year and Scott or Dick will advise Roger, harvester operator, if they see any bogs.
Scott also mentioned the blue/green algae and it is important when you or animals come in contact with this algae, that you wash it off.
Water Quality Sampling – Scott has completed and will probably do four more samples. Scott enters the info on the website and can compare lake to lake. Dick said the lake is 6 1/8” below outlet. It was questioned when the pump would be turned on as John Brotz questioned as to how low do we want it to go. Dick said that if there is no rain next week, he will turn on the pump. Dick is concerned about pumping after October 1 and John is equally concerned about the no boating issue when it comes up.
2010 Budget – Scott mentioned we are trying to maintain the same taxes for the last two years.
Insurance - $600 increase. It is now $1,900.
Electrical - Propose $12,000 ($1,300 per mo). Mike Strebe questioned that if this dollar amount falls below the proposed amount,(which in this case happened to be $9,000), we should consider taking it off of the tax levy. He went on to question monies that should
be set aside for a new harvester and that perhaps we have too big a balance in our savings account. The amount in the pump fund was also questioned. It was stated that at the time of a new harvester purchase, we would probably be able to get another grant and take out a State loan. It was questioned how much cushion do we need in our savings account and several individuals felt it is better to “pay as you go”. Mike Strebe said we can look at the State Statutes to determine what you can budget for. After some discussion it was decided to take $10,000 and put it towards prepaying the harvester debt. *After discussing Administrative below, we decided to take $800. from this $12,000 figure and put it towards Administrative so the Lake Leaders Conference meeting could be attended as Mike Strebe stated this is a very important meeting to attend. We changed this line item to $11,200 vs. $12,000. as previously proposed.
Meetings - this stayed at $1,000
Administrative - the proposed figure of $1,200 changed to $2,000. *we reduced the electrical figure by $800 to come up with this $2,000 figure vs. $1,200 as previously proposed.
Water Quality - $300 reduced by $200
Pump Fund - $500
Muskrat Trapping - $200
Harvester/Truck Repair - $2,500
Weed Harvester Labor - $6,600 reduced by $400
Weed Disposal Labor - $1,958
Grants &
Attorney Fees - $500
Accounting Fees - $100
Harvester Debt Repayment - $7,342
**Total 2010 Budget $37,600
Motion made and unanimously passed to accept the budget of $37,600 with line item for Electrical changed from $12,000 to 11,200 and line item for Administrative changed from $1,200 to $2,000 and to take $10,000 from Savings to prepay the Harvester Debt. Scott mentioned that we should be receiving another $10,000 in tax monies this fall and we will take under advisement at our next meeting on October 13 paying off another $10,000 on the Harvester Debt.
Ken Schuler advised that he volunteered to sponsor the Manitowoc County Lakes Association banquet in October. Ken will be the speaker and there will be no need for prizes.
As there were no other items to discuss the meeting adjourned at
**P.S. Upon further review of the approved $37,600 (2010 Budget), it was noted that budget item Misc. Expenses in the amount of $1,000 was omitted. The 2010 Budget total of the line items including the Misc. Expenses remains at $37,600.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Laack, Secretary
Sanitary District No. 1, Cedar Lake, met Tuesday evening, July 6, 2010, 6:00 PM, Town Hall, Rockville. Present: Dick Jens, Scott Otterson, John Brotz and Chuck Hartmann.