Sunday, November 25, 2012
Mayor Steve Scaffidi broke a 3-3 tie to prevent Green Man from beginning composting operations at its facility on Nicholson Road.
After criticism from residents and some aldermen, Mayor Steve Scaffidi cast a tie-breaking vote to reject Green Man Wood Services' plans to operate a state-licensed composting facility. Green Man, 9000 S. Nicholson Road, has been the topic of much debate among its neighbors in the last year after owner Dan Gustin first tried starting composting operations back in November of 2011. The Common Council delayed action to allow Gustin to sort out issues brought up by neighbors. Much of the residents' concerns stemmed from how composting, specifically the smell from the materials brought in, would negatively affect the neighborhood. Those concerns have not died down. Residents complained Tuesday about foul odors in the area they believe came …
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Oak Creek business wants to operate a composting facility.
Green Man Wood Services' efforts to operate a state-licensed composting facility continue to meet resistance. After hearing numerous objections from neighbors, who are upset about Green Man's current operation and fear what composting might mean for the neighborhood, the Common Council on Tuesday delayed acting on the proposal so it can take a closer look. Green Man, 9000 S. Nicholson Road, got approval in 2007 to operate a lumberyard and contractor’s office, with outdoor storage of vehicles, material, and equipment, according to a report to council members. Up to this point, Green Man's primary business has been lawn maintenance, landscaping, tree removal and the recycling of wood products. Their latest proposal has not gone over well …
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
Common Council will make final decision on Green Man Wood Services' proposal.
The Oak Creek Common Council will hear a proposal for Green Man Wood Services, 9000 S. Nicholson Road, to conduct composting operations, but it will not be without controversy. Neighboring residents say they are upset over the sight and smell, while another Oak Creek business owner said at a recent Plan Commission meeting that restrictions put on his operation are unfair compared to Green Man. Green Man is a landscaping company that offers services such as tree installation and removal, flower and shrub planting, as well as yard maintenance, like pruning and lawn mowing. Owner Dan Gustin made his case to the Plan Commission last month in an effort to gain composting rights for the company. Former alderman and current School Board member …
Mike in OC
11:22 am on Thursday, November 29, 2012
@doing the right thing.... Thanks for the compliment! Would you vote for me if i run? Should you have any specific questions that you need answered.... really about anything as I'm pretty well rounded, just hit me up in my inbox. I would be more than happy to help out a fellow OC'er. more ›