Big Water Town Council
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday February 19, 2019
Work Session-Council discussed Ordinance 2019-01. There are many changes being made to
the table of uses in the planning and zoning manual. Keith feels that there are still a few more
changes that need to be made to clean it up. Billie, from planning and zoning commission, was
present to answer any questions from the council. Billie feels that making a resort type zone
would be a better solution than allowing resorts in industrial areas.
Mayor Schmuker addressed the council about the storage of the backhoe and generators at the
storage yard he lives at. The owners feel that $60 a month would be a fair price. A contract will
be drawn up and discussed and voted on in the next meeting.
Public Hearing- 7:00 pm
Doris Crowley had some suggestions. She brought up some minor changes like accessory use.
Some definitions still refer to an accessory use. Cemetery was removed. BIllie explained that
they would add that to the table when it became necessary. Chickens listed as household pets
that was questioned. Merle asked if it could be adopted with the changes that Doris suggested.
Clerk Jenni explained that could be done. Chickens were made added as household pets so
they would be allowed in the R-2 zone. Right now R-2 does not allow domestic animals. A zone
change was discussed as far as adding a C-2 area that will allow for short term rental
businesses and more resort theme. Adjourned 7:12pm
Agenda
Called to order-7:12 PM
Roll Call-Mayor Schmuker, Merle Graffam, Judah Schmuker
Pledge of Allegiance led by
Approval of minutes- motion made by Merle to approve, seconded by Michelle. All members
present voting in favor.
Reports-Planning and Zoning Administrator report in the packet. Not read in the meeting.
CItizen comments- Marlin Gill has a question about the building built by Buzz-off rentals. Marlin
was concerned that they are in the building with a certificate of occupancy. Marlin requested a
physical address. Marlin would like to see the invoice for the rental of the backhoe that was
used for that building.
Public meetings act- All members of council signed a paper to acknowledge that they did the
online training.
Conflict of Interest- Clerk Jenni will get the new form ready for the next meeting.
Backhoe rental-
Ordinance 2019-01. Discussion was Keith felt it was a big move and needs to be reviewed
again and have another meeting with planning and zoning to make sure all the changes work.
Merle moved to table this ordinance, seconded by Judah. All in favor.
Adjourn-7:26 pm
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
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