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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-02-12 MINUTESPUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING February 12, 2002 Pursuant to due notice, a meeting of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was held at the City Hall Council Chambers and was telecast on local Government Cable Channel 1 2. CALL TO ORDER: The February 12, 2002 meeting of the Cottage Grove Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: STAFFPRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Approval of minutes: Don Strom, Richard Lyden, Bruce Gengnagel, Bill Schmidt, Kyle Lindquist, Mark Leier Captain Craig Woolery, Council Person Pat Rice, District Fire Chief Dennis Leonard Biil Schmidt, Mark Rudek, Trent Lyden Chairperson Strom presented the January 8`" minutes of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for approval. On a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Bruce Schmidt, the January 8"', 2002 minutes were accepted by the Commission. Motion carried. Approval of aqenda: Chairperson Strom presented the February 12`" agenda of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for review. On a motion by Rich Lyden, seconded by Mark Leier, the February 12`", 2002 agenda was accepted by the Commission. Motion carried. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Don Strom invited citizens present to address the Commission regarding any matters that were not on the approved agenda. There being no presentations from the audience, Chairperson Strom closed the Open Forum segment of the meeting. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The Commission was provided a copy of the Planning Commission's agenda for the February 25, 2002 meeting. Page 2 PSHWC Meeting Minutes February 12, 2002 Commission Chair Strom inquired about the number of antennas that are allowed on a water tower. Council member Pat Rice believes there is but is unsure as to what the maximum is. There being no further discussion regarding the Planning Commission's agenda, this portion of the meeting was closed. OLD BUSINESS None at this time. NEW BUSINESS None at this time. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY R,41SED COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Commission member Mark Leier informed the Commission that he talked to the Division of Emergency Management with the state of Minnesota and that there are new guidelines for access of emergency vehicles on streets and asked if he could get these new guidelines. Captain Woolery said that the Planning Department should have access to these guidelines when Mr. Leier receives them. Commission member Lindquist wondered if there would be a structure fire at the end of a cul-de-sac, what would be the amount of emergency vehicles dispatched to the scene. District Fire Chief Leonard advised that the average is two units. Commission member Lindquist asked if the placement of hydrants were not near the fire scene, what would be done. District Fire Chief Leonard advised that tanker trucks, possibly 3-4, would transport water, which increases the amount of emergency vehicles used at the scene, and would cause concern on a narrow street that is a cuf-de-sac. Commission member Bruce Gengnagel commented on Director of Community Development Kim LindquisYs response to the Commission asked for input prior to public hearings on construction, etc. and felt that she obviously took umbrage with his commentaries. He wanted to reiterate the reason the Commission wants to look at plans is to give input regarding public safety issues. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Commission member Rich Lyden inquired about the Commission receiving the Monthly Stats from the Police Division. Captain Woolery stated he would have monthly activity reports for their review at the next meeting. Page 3 PSHWC Minutes February 12, 2002 STAFF REPORTS POLICE - With budget cuts, 2 police officer positions are on hold; proceeding with the Fire Chief position and one dispatcher position. FIRE - Seven newly hired which include 3 fire fighter/emts, 2 fire fighters, one paramedic and one emt. Should have more on board by the end of May. COUNCIL- Discussed potential budget cuts which are city wide. ADJOURN Motion by Rich Lyden, seconded by Bruce Gengnagel to adjourn the meeting at 7:15 p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Cyndee Engfer—Administrative Secretary