Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-06-11 MINUTESPUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING June 1'i. 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 12. CALL TO ORDER: The June 11, 2002 meeting of the Cottage Grove Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT STAFFPRESENT ABSENT: Apqroval of minutes: Fichard Lyden, Bruce Gengnagel, Bill Schmidt, Kyle Lindquist, Mark Leier, Mark Rudek, Trent Lyden, Karla Bigham Captain Michael Zurbey, Deputy Fire Chief AI Beasley Michael Warner Chairperson Leier presented the May 14t minutes of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for approval. On a motion by Karla Bigham, seconded by Rich Lyden, the May 14, 2002 minutes were accepted by the Commission. Motion carried. Approval of aqenda: Chairperson Leier presented the June 11` agenda of the Public Welfare Commission for review. On a motion by Bill Schmidt, Bigham, the June 11, 2002 agenda was accepted by the Commission OPEN FORUM Safety, Health and seconded by Karla . Motion carried. Chairperson Mark Leier invited citizens present to address the Commission regarding any matters that were not on the approved agenda. Acting Fire Chief Ron Wasilk informed the Commission that due to road improvement on the west side of Hwy. 61, there was a safety hazard and he observed no barriers around trenches which in some cases, were 3-5 feet in depth and was concerned about pedestrian and traffic safety. He would like the contractors contacted to discuss what type of barriers could be used to cover the trenches or mark off the trenches to become safer. Captain Zurbey is to make contact and provide the Commission with a response for their next meeting. Page 2 PSHWC Meeting Minutes June 11, 2002 There being no further presentations, Chairperson Leier closed the Open Forum segment of the meeting. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The Commission was provided a copy of the Planning Commission's agenda for the June 24`", 2002 meeting. There being no discussion regarding the Planning Commission's agenda, this portion of the meeting was closed. OLD BUSINESS Case 02-05-04 85` and Ideal Avenue "No Parking Corner to Here" sign - Don Strom, 8601 Ingersoll Ave., 459-4342 The Commission reviewed the location and after general discussion, on a motion by Bruce Gennagel, seconded by Mark Rudek, the Commission recommended the placement of a"No Parking Corner to Here" sign on the existing "Pedestrian Crossing" sign which is currently on Ideal Avenue, location is in front of 8519 Ideal Avenue. Motion carried. Case 02-05-05 Consider rezoning current hunting boundaries On a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Mark Rudek, the matter was tabled until after the Commission has met in a workshop setting to discuss further issues regarding this matter. Date and time of the workshop to be announced. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Case 02-05-01 Outdoor Event Application - New Moon - July 13, 2002 The Commission reviewed the Outdoor Event Permit Application for the New Moon Restaurant for dates in the next three consecutive years. Commission member Mark Rudek requested that the Commission approve the application on an annual basis, and approve only the July 13, 2002 date. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Rich Lyden, the application was approved on a unanimous voice vote of the Commission. Motion carried. Page 3 PSHWC Meeting Minutes June 11. 2002 Case 02-06-02 Request for signage and traffic review at Lehigh Road and Hwy. 95- Julie Hutchinson, 10847 Lehigh Road Julie Hutchinson made a presentation to the Commission regarding the increased traffic and speed of traffic turning off of northbound Hwy. 95 onto Lehigh Road and her concerns regarding the safety of pedestrians and children who live in the area. She went on to say that she has resided on Lehigh for 7%2 years and due to the construction of homes in the areas, the traffic has increased. She would like to see the speed reduced on Lehigh Road. Also, Joyce Biscoe who has resided on Lehigh Road for 8 years advised the Commission that traffic on Lehigh Road has increased in numbers as well. She is also concerned for the safety of residents in the area. The Commission discussed that the road should be posted with speed limit signs. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Karla Bigham, the Commission recommended that 55 mph speed limit signs be placed along Lehigh Road. Julie Hutchinson asked why post the signs. She feels if the signs are posted, the traffic would only go faster. As it is now, she believes drivers think the speed is 40 or 50 mph on Lehigh Road. She does not think that placing speed limit signs will improve the situation. Captain Zurbey informed Ms. Hutchinson and Ms. Biscoe that the COP Team for their area would work with them and their neighbors to get this problem. He went on to say that he would have Sergeant Wilson call and show them how to use a hand held radar gun and to log the speed and time of tra�c in the area. He also stated that by working together, they could resolve the issue faster. Ms. Hutchinson was agreeable to this. After general discussion, the motior to place 55 mph speed limit signs was on the floor and the motioned passed by a unanimous voice vote. Case 02-06-03 Ordinance Review — Disposition of Unclaimed Property — Sergeant Greg Brysky, CGPD The Commission was provided a copy of the current City Ordinance and a proposed revision. This needs to be changed to be in compliance with Minnesota State Statute. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Bill Schmidt, the Commission recommended that the City Ordinance be amended to be in compliance with Page 4 PSHWC Meeting Minutes June 11, 2002 the Minnesota State Statute. Motion carried. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Response to concerns over number of portable toilets at outdoor events — Captain Woolery A memo was provided to the Commission from Captain Woolery that informed them he spoke with Washington County and was advised the County does not have specific laws or guidelines pertaining to the nu�nber of portable toilets required at events. He did state that Cottage Grove is in compliance or exceeds the amount necessary at events held in the city. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Commission member Karla Bigham expressed concern regarding the holding pond near the new Gateway project in the parking lot of Rainbow Foods. Her main concern was that there were no barricades around the holding pond and wanted to know if the Fire Department was prepared for a rescue should a person or vehicle somehow end up in the water of the holding pond. Deputy Fire Chief AI Beasley stated that at the present time no training has been implemented but ensures that Fire Rescue could get to a person or vehicle. He also added that there are plans to buy equipment for such emergencies and that at the present time, no training plans are scheduled to deal with possible emergencies at holding ponds. Commission member Bigham requested that some type of temporary barriers be placed around the holding pond until such time that fencing is erected. STAFF REPORTS POLICE - Captain Zurbey informed the Commission that the Police Department has one police officer currently in the process of taking the physical and psychological exams. He went on to say the department is looking for applicants with police officer/paramedic skills. FIRE - Deputy Fire Chief Beasley informed the Commission that the department has a budget addition for a boat. He also added that the new Fire Chief was offered a conditional job offer and will be on board July 1, 2002. He advised the Commission that specialized training will be taking place for Fire personnel to include Rope Rescue Techniques; Confined Space Techniques and Trench Rescue Techniques. COUNCIL- Council Person Pat Rice confirmed that a conditional job offer was offered to a new Fire Chief. Page 5 PSHWC Meeting Minutes June 11, 2002 ADJOURN Motion by Commission member Karla Bigham, seconded by Commission member Bruce Gengnagel to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. Motion carried. RespectFully submitted, Cyndee Engfer—Administrative Secretary