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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-07-09 MINUTESPUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING July 9, 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 July 9, 2002 meeting of the Cottage Grove Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Richard Lyden, Bruce Gengnagel, Bill Schmidt, Kyle Lindquist, Mark Leier, Mark Rudek, Trent Lyden, Karla Bigham STAFF PRESENT: Captain Michael Zurbey, Fire Chief Bob Byerly, Deputy Fire Chief Dennis Leonard ABSENT: Mark Leier, Bill Schmidt Approval of minutes: Vice Chairperson Gengnagel presented the June 11, 2002 minutes of the Public Safety, Heaith and Welfare Commission for approval. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Karla Bigham, the June 11` 2002 minutes were accepted by the Commission. Motion carried. Approval of aqenda: Vice Chairperson Gengnagel presented the July 9`" agenda of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for review. On a motion by Rich Lyden, seconded by Karla Bigham, the July 9"', 2002 agenda was accepted by the Commission. Motion carried. OPEN FORUM Vice Chairperson Gengnagel invited citizens present to address the Commission regarding any matters that were not on the approved agenda. There being no presentations, Vice Chairperson Gengnagel 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. Page 2 PSHWC Meeting Minutes July 9, 2002 OLD BUSINESS Case 00-02-01 Parking issue around Park Senior High School Captain Woolery gave the Commission a brief history regarding the parking issues around Park Senior High School. He advised the Commission that the Police Department sent 404 letters to residents who might have an impact with regards to changing the signage and parking issues. Several residents were in to present their concerns regarding any problems that might take place as a result of changing the signage. The majority of those present do not see a reason for change and don't have a parking problem with students parking. Some did raise concern due to their proximity to the high school. The Commission heard many concerns and after general discussion, Vice-Chair Gengnagel did request that possibly some of those residents at tonight's meeting, meet with a Commission member and possibly a police representative to discuss and recommend any changes or to leave it as is. On a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Mark Rudek, to table the matter. Motion carried. Case 02-06-02 Request for signage and traffic review at Lehigh Road and Hwy. 95 — Julie Hutchinson, 10847 Lehigh Road Captain Woolery provided to the Commission information that was sent to the Council for recommendation regarding this matter. NEW BUSINESS Case 02-07-01 Request for signage at Cottage Grove Elementary School on 65' St. This matter was discussed at length by the Commission for possible solutions and recommendations to the City Council. The Commission discussed the speed limit, school zone markings, and other safety concerns regarding the entrance to the school. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Karl Bigham, the Commission recommended the following: Page 3 PSHWC Meeting Minutes July 9, 2002 1) that the school property abutting 65` Street be designated as a School Zone 2) under state statute 169.14, subd. 5A, that the area marked a School Zone have the speed reduced from 55 to 35 mph when children are present 3) appropriate markings for eastbound 65` Street traffic, designating a blind intersection or some sort of school approach with signage and/or flashing lights. Motion carried. Case 02-07-02 Speeding traffic issue — 85'" Street near Goodview Captain Woolery gave the Commission information regarding this matter. The Commission requested that more research be done before making a recommendation. On a motion by Mark Rudek, seconded by Karla Bigham, this matter was tabled. Motion carried. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Response to concerns over holding pond issues Commission Member Karla Bigham still had safety concerns regarding some sort of fencing during the interim prior to permanent fencing being installed around the holding pond. The Commission requested a timetable for the installation of a fence. Captain Woolery will contact Community Development for a response. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS None at this time. STAFF REPORTS POLICE - Captain Woolery informed the Commission that the Police Department has hired Police Officer Andy Westmoreland. He went on to say the department has a recruiting process for paramedics, which has gone national. FIRE - Fire Chief Bob Byerly was introduced to the Commission. He informed the Commission of a recent house fire that fully involved and reported no injuries to any fire fighter or homeowner. He went on to advise that Ron Wasilk has submitted his intention to retire in January 2003. Page 4 PSHWC Meeting Minutes July 9, 2002 He went on to state that the Fire Division will be doing an "Internal Newsletter" and will provide the Commission with a copy when it becomes available. Deputy Fire Chief Dennis Leonard advised that the Fire Division has recently obtained two generators, one at Fire Station 1 and another at Fire Station 4. Public Works is currently doing maintenance to ensure their workability. COUNCIL- None at this time. ADJOURN Motion by Commission member Rich Lyden, seconded by Commission member Kyle Lindquist, to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion carried. Respecffully submitted, Cyndee Engfer—Administrative Secretary