CLEAR LAKE PLAN COMMISSION
Minutes of the Special November 30, 2006 meeting
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by President, Paul Federspiel. Present were Larry Armstrong, Jack McArdle, Bob Bruick, Jerry McArdle, and Wm. Geiger. Also present were Bruce R. Snyder, Secretary, Erik Weber and Neal Blythe, Town Attorneys.
The minutes of the October 2, 2006 meeting were read. It was noted that the meeting was not a special meeting but the regular meeting and that there was one spelling error. On motion duly made and seconded the minutes as corrected were approved.
President Federspiel announced that the sole purpose of the meeting was to discuss the Master Plan for the Town of Clear Lake. David Koenig, Director of Region III-A Economic Development Commission was introduced. He presented to the group a historic overview of what has occurred to date and a review of the function of the steering committee. The proposed draft has been on file for the last several weeks at the Clear Lake Town Hall and the Fremont Public Library for review by any interested persons. He indicated that he has received written comments from By Dickes and Kathy Latz and comments from the Steering Committee. President Federspiel read pertinent parts of the written comments prior to opening the meeting for public comments. The written comments are attached hereto and made a part of the minutes (total of 5 pages).
The hearing was then opened to the public for comments.
Kathy Latz, 610 Lake Dr. suggested that the numbering system of the master plan
be revised so that the objectives can be identified with the specific policy and
the specfic policy can be identified with the main headings. She further
suggested that the language used be more concise so as to minimize confusion
in the future as to the exact meaning of the words used. She also suggested
that consideration be given to underground utilities or underground
infrastructure.
Ron Kummer, 844 Lake Dr. suggested the utilities be placed underground.
David Koenig addressed the use of the language “land use” vs “commercial
development”. This was added so that any future extra territorial zoning
jurisdiction not be limited to residential only but would include consideration
of commercial development. He further stated that he agreed with changing
the numbering system.
Bob Hine, 486 Lake Dr. questioned whether the Plan can be added to or changed
in the future.
Dan Hoagland, 1114 Lake Dr. Commented on underground utilities. Also that
his request for response to his comments re survey were not answered. It was
pointed out that he did not file any written response to the proposed
comprehensive Plan as requested in the legal published notice. .
Karen Hoagland, 1114 Lake Dr. expressed concern that many trees were being
removed and whether the Plan addressed the replacement of the trees. It was
pointed out that the plan did address this matter.
The public hearing was then closed.
President Federspiel than asked for comments from the members of the Commission.
Jack McArdle stated that no modifications were needed and the plan was
acceptable as presented.
Jerry McArdle stated that there were 3 modifications that needed to be addressed:
the underground utility issue, the numbering system, and statements
regarding community associations.
Wm. Geiger stated that this plan is a guideline or concept for the community of
Clear Lake. These are not Ordinances but concepts that will help plan future
ordinances.
Bob Bruick stated that he approved with the modifications.
Larry Armstrong thanked the steering committee for the large amount of time
spent on preparing the plan.
Jack McArdle moved to modify policy # 1 to encourage underground infrastructure management system. Motion seconded by B. Geiger and passed.
Larry Armstrong moved that the Commission accept the updated information regarding the Community Organizations that include Clear Lake Association, Clear Lake Endowment, Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy, Inc, Clear Lake Cyclists, Clear Lake Yacht Club, and other information that was included in the distributed copy. The motion was seconded by Jack McArdle and passed.
It was moved and seconded that the numbering system of the master plan draft be modified to reflect the normal governmental legislative numbering system. The motion was passed.
President Federspiel then read resolution 06-1, a copy of which is attached herein as though fully set out. It was moved by Wm. Geiger that resolution 06-1 be approved which motion was seconded by B. Bruick. The motion was passed.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion duly made and seconded the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted’
Bruce R. Snyder
Secretary