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Minutes: The board approved the minutes of its Dec. 16, 2024 meeting (motion by Steve Johnson; second by Alderman Witesca). The vote was unanimous among members present.

Street tree planting assessment: After a staff presentation, the board recommended the Common Council set a public hearing to consider the spring 2025 public street planting program assessment. Melissa Lipska, subbing for City Forestry Supervisor Aaron Leonard, told the board the spring program proposes 47 new street-tree plantings (in Fox Lake and Howell Oaks subdivisions) and 55 trees to be planted along Magnolia Drive after that road’s reconstruction. She said the forestry crew is operating at roughly 50% staffing and staff are working to prioritize maintenance and species diversity; the spring delivery includes 40 ironwood trees from a prior contract-growing agreement. The board voted to set the assessment at $3.97 per charged (new) tree rather than the $3.50 proposed earlier (motion to change assessment carried unanimously).

Generac Foundation sponsorship: The board recommended that the Common Council consider a one-year presenting-sponsor agreement with the Generac Foundation for the 2026 Waukesha Jamboree. The proposed sponsorship amount is $12,000; staff noted funds would be deposited to account 5920.45820. The board approved the recommendation unanimously (motion by Alderman Wells; second by Alderman Witesca).

Concession equipment purchase: The board approved a proposed equipment purchase of three TurboChef double-batch rapid-cook ovens for concession stands (vendor Beltor, lowest bid $47,370.48). Recreation staff said the machines reduce cook time and labor and estimated return on investment ranges from about 1.5 to 3 years at high-traffic sites and about 2.5–3.5 years at lower-traffic sites. The purchase carried by unanimous vote (motion by Steve Johnson; second by Alderman Wells).

Pool fees and program: The board received a preliminary 2025 pool program report and fee recommendation; staff proposed keeping 2025 pool fees flat and no action was required. Staff reported nearly 15,000 more membership or paid entries than the prior year, an 88% revenue-recovery rate for aquatic operations in 2024, and an overshoot of $14,000 in concessions revenue driven in part by earlier TurboChef equipment at some locations.

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Jerry Ladwig, a Meadowview-area resident, said the plan’s proposed 6,000-square-foot building could create hazardous pedestrian and bicyclist interactions. \"I'm asking you to reconsider ... ingress egress is a critical issue,\" Ladwig said, adding that toddlers, caregivers with strollers and dogs use the green spaces and that bicyclists “go a lot faster” than pedestrians.

Steve Van Triest warned about public-health and resource issues related to a proposed splash pad, citing norovirus and expressing doubt that recycled splash-pad systems can be monitored continuously. \"I don't know if any of you are aware of a thing called the norovirus ... it's highly contagious. It's, only bleach can kill it,\" Van Triest said. He also raised broader water-use concerns given prior commitments tied to the Great Lakes water commission.

Doris Van Triest, who also lives near Meadowview, questioned the expansion at a time when the city already manages 50 parks and more than 1,100 acres of parkland. She asked who would maintain the new features and noted existing problems with sidewalk and trail snow clearing near Meadowview. \"We, expanding that park ... is ... going to be more people you have to hire,\" she said.

Speakers also urged the board to retain open green play areas, add shade and benches, and reinstall bike racks. Van Triest suggested the city consider repurposing some smaller parks for affordable housing rather than expanding active amenities.

The board did not take formal action on the Meadowview proposals during public comment. Staff and board members proceeded to the published agenda items following the comments.","At the Feb. 17 Waukesha Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board meeting, three residents urged the board to reconsider aspects of a Meadowview Park proposal, citing pedestrian and bicyclist safety near a proposed 6,000-square-foot building, splash-pad water and hygiene risks, potential noise from pickleball courts, and maintenance concerns.","actionData","errors"]

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Waukesha parks board approves higher tree assessment, Generac sponsorship recommendation and purchase of concession ovens

Residents urge board to preserve green space, raise safety and water concerns for Meadowview Park plans