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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-05-13 MINUTESPUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING May 13, 2003 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 May 13, 2003 meeting of the Cottage Grove Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Kyle Lindquist, Karla Bigham, Jennifer Osborne, Bruce Gengnagel, Dave Wick, Jeff Rothecker, Bill Schmidt STAFF PRESENT: Deputy Director of Public Safety Craig Woolery, Deputy Fire Chief Dennis Leonard, Council Liaison Cheryl Kohls Approval of minutes: Chairperson Karla Bigham presented the April 8, 2003 minutes for review. On a motion by Dave Wlck, seconded by Jeff Rothecker, the minutes were accepted and approved. Motion carried. Aaproval of agenda: Chairperson Karla Bigham presented the May 13, 2003 agenda of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for review. On a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Jeff Rothecker, the May 13, 2003 agenda was accepted and approved by the Commission. Motion carried. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Bigham invited citizens present to address the Commission regarding any matters that were not on the approved agenda. There being no presentations, Chairperson Bigham closed the Open Forum segment of the meeting. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The Commission was provided a copy of the Pianning Commission's agenda for the May 27, 2003 meeting. There was brief discussion regarding the interim conditional use permit to allow the outdoor sale of fireworks in the Rainbow Foods parking lot at 7280 E. Pt. Douglas Road South. Page 2 PSHWC Meeting Minutes May 13, 2003 Commission member Bill Schmidt had concerns regarding the location of the fireworks stand. There being no further discussion regarding the Planning Commission's agenda, this portion of the meeting was closed. OLD BUSINESS Case 03-04-02 Multiple Animal Licenses Review The Commission received an application for a Multiple Animal License from City Clerk Stransky for review. After general discussion, on a motion by Jeff Rothecker, seconded by Jennifer Osborne, the multiple animal license request was approved. Bruce Gengnagel voted nay. Motion carried. Case 03-04-03 Snowmobile and AN Concerns The Commission was provided recommendations from a workshop session including landowners and snowmobile club members, held on April 16, 2003 and chaired by Commission member Dave Wick. The workshop group made the following recommendations: Tracking warning tags issued by snowmobile patrol in record systems to better understand which violators may have had previous warnings 2. Banning All Terrain Vehicles on public right of ways (road ditches) 3. Attempt to obtain 2003-2004 grants from the Department of Natural Resources for enforcement of snowmobile and ATV laws 4. Establishing a list of high priority or high incident areas where snowmobile and AN violations are occurring 5. Setting out brochures for snowmobiles and ATV vehicles in public locations, in the areas such as the VFW, 61 Marine and Sports, Gerlachs and other public locations for educating the public 6. The Cottage Grove Snowmobile Club to put up informational signs at trail heads and various bordering areas of the city to snowmobile operators that are from out of town that would be entering the city of Cottage Grove Page 3 PSHWC Meeting Minutes May 13, 2003 7. Training officers in All Terrain Vehicles and snowmobile ordinance laws and enforcement On a motion by Jeff Rothecker, seconded by Kyle Lindquist, the Commission approved the workshop recommendations. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Case 03-05-01 Outdoors Event Permit Application — Demori's Restaurant, June 14,2003 The Commission reviewed the Outdoor Event Permit Application for DeMori's Restaurant and Lounge for June 14, 2003. After general discussion, on a motion by Kyle Lindquist, seconded by Bill Schmidt, the application was approved on a unanimous voice vote of the Commission. Motion carried. Case 03-05-02 Washington County public Health Nuisance Ordinance — for your information only Captain Woolery presented the Commission with a copy of the Washington County Public Health Nuisance Ordinance. He went on to say that the Washington County Board is reviewing this ordinance regarding public health nuisance issues as well as clandestine meth labs. A public hearing has already been heard on April 15"', 2003. It is anticipated that the ordinance will be passed and the scope of the ordinance does affect local jurisdictions including the ciry of Cottage Grove. No further action is necessary from the Commission. This is for informational purposes only. Case 03-05-03 District 833 - Decreasing School Bus Transportation for Primary and Secondary Level students The Commission was requested to provide input to District 833 regarding proposed budgetary savings type changes to the transportation of students in District 833. This change involves primarily Cottage Grove Jr. High and Park Sr, High students, where the walking distance would be increased from 1 mile to 1.5 miles, therefore, increasing the number of students walking and the concerns that may face the public safety department. Page 4 PSHWC Meeting Minutes May 13, 2003 The Public Safety Commission had the following comments. 1. Concerns of increased number of children on the streets walking to and from school 2. Increased exposure during those walks during severe inclement weather 3. The lack of pathways where they are mentioned by District S33 in residential areas 4. General concerns of over 1000 children walking to Park Sr. High 5. Increased vehicular parking concerns in surrounding neighborhoods Commission member Bruce Gengnagel asked specifically what the DistricYs anticipated cost savings would be by increasing the number of students walking to their respective junior and senior highs in Cottage Grove. Council person Cheryl Kohis, the Council Liaison to this Commission, also requested that this information be provided to the City Council at their next meeting, the May 21, 2003 Council meeting. The information provided by District 833 as well as the Commission's comments, will be provided for City Council review and input. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Response letter from Washington County DOT — Passing on right shoulder area of 90 and County Road 19 (Keats Avenue) Captain Woolery provided the Commission with a response from the Washington County Department of Transportation. They advised that they are currently reviewing the area for a possible bypass lane addition at this intersection. Their review will consist of an analysis of the crash history of the intersection, as well as a review of the geometrics in the area, sight distance, traffic volume lane widths and road design of the intersection. Because there are no large projects scheduled for this portion of CSAH 19 in the near future, any lane additions will have to be funded independently. As a result, part of their analysis will include identification of potential funding sources. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Commission Chair Karla Bigham wanted to publicly thank Willie Tennis of Tennis Sanitation for the donation to keep Fire Station #3 open in East Cottage Grove. It is greatly appreciated. Page 5 PSHWC Meeting Minutes May 13, 2003 STAFF REPORTS POLICE - Captain Woolery informed the Commission of the May 3 accident on Hwy 61 and Jamaica Avenue, which had numerous fatalities. He went on the commend the fire division personnel and emergency response personnel who responded to this accident and said that all were very professionai in handling the scene which was a very difficult and trying event. He also informed the Commission that Sergeant Tollefson retired from the Police Department after serving 24 years. The city is in the process of testing for replacements, as the department is 3 people short. FIRE - Deputy Fire Chief Dennis Leonard informed the Commission that that there are now 55 PT fire fighters and 2 FT fire fighters — 10 PT fire fighters have compieted an EMT course. He went on to say that Washington County has two Emergency Response trailers that are used for decontamination. Funding for these came from State and Federal grants. One of the trailers is housed in Forest Lake the other is in Oakdale. He also advised that the October 4, 2003 Emergency Preparedness exercise site location may change. The Committee will be looking at two altemate sites. COUNCIL- Council Person Kohls stated that the gas station at Almar Village as been approved and will soon break ground. She also advised that budget cuts have been put on hold until after the Legislation session is over. The Council approved the purchase of a heavy duty washer and dryer for the Fire Department to wash their turn-out gear. The Council approved the purchase of a full size 4 wheel drive vehicle for the Public Safety Department. ADJOURN Motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Kyle Lindquist to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Cyndee Engfer—Administrative Secretary PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING April 8, 2003 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 April 8, 2003 meeting of the Cottage Grove Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission was called to order at 7:00 p. m. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Kyle Lindquist, Karla Bigham, Jennifer Osborne, Bruce Gengnagel, Dave Wick, Jeff Rothecker Bill Schmidt Captain Craig Woolery, Council Person Cheryl Kohls Approval of minutes: Chairperson Karla Bigham presented the March 11, 2003 minutes for review. On a motion by Jeff Rothecker, seconded by Bruce Gengnagel, the minutes were accepted and approved. Motion carried. Aparoval of aqenda: Chairperson Karla Bigham presented the April 8, 2003 agenda of the Public Safety, Health and Welfare Commission for review. On a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Dave Wick, the April 8, 2003 agenda was accepted and approved by the Commission. Motion carried. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Bigham invited citizens present to address the Commission regarding any matters that were not on the approved agenda. There being no presentations, Chairperson 3igham closed the Open Forum segment of the meeting. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The Commission was provided a copy of the Planning Commission's agenda for the April 28, 2003 meeting. There was brief discussion regarding antenna placement on the tower. On a motion by Bruce Gengnagei, seconded by Jeff Rothecker, the Commission recommended to allow Page 2 PSHWC Meeting Minutes April 8, 2003 the placement of the two antennas according to the CUP in the Planning Commission agenda. Motion carried. 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 Case 03-04-01 Stop sign request at intersection of 91 Street and Janie Avenue — Adam Mogielnicki, 8915 91 Street, 768-8082 Captain Woolery informed the Commission that the COP Team for this location reviewed the request, did a tra�c count and accident history and determined that the request for the placement of a stop sign did not meet the warrants as defined in the Minnesota Manual of Uniform Tra�c Control Devices. On a motion by Kyle Lindquist, seconded by Dave Wick, the Commission recommended to accept the COP Team's recommendation to deny the request for a placement of a stop sign at the intersection of 91 S' Street and Janie Avenue. Motion carried. Case 03-04-02 Multiple Animal Licenses Review City Clerk Caron Stransky provided the Commission with one application for a multiple license. Because there was no supporting data received from the Planning Department or Records Department, the matter was recommended to be tabled. On a motion Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Kyle Lindquist, this matter was tabled to the May meeting pending supporting documentation for review. Motion carried. Case 03-04-03 Snowmobile and AN Concerns Captain Woolery gave a brief history regarding the concerns relative to snowmobiles and ANs and invited members of the audience to provide input at this public hearing. Several residents, who were landowners and farmers, provided pictures and commented on the damage done to private property and land from use of mostly ATVs and some snowmobiles. There were also members from the Snowmobile Club that also provided input. Page 3 PSHWC Meeting Minutes April 8, 2003 From these discussions, it was suggested that a workshop be scheduled which would include members from tonighYs public hearing, and bring concerns to this workshop to arrive at some agreement on how these concerns and problems could be addressed in the coming season. After general discussion, on a motion by Bruce Gengnagel, seconded by Jeff Rothecker, the Commission recommended that a committee be formed, headed by Commission member Dave Wick, to address the issues from tonighYs public hearing reference snowmobiles and ANs and make any changes and/or recommendations pertaining to snowmobile and ATV traffic. Motion carried. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS None at this time. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND REQUESTS 1) Emergency Response Exercise Vice Chairperson Bruce Gengnagel stated that he attended a planning session on March 27`", for this year's disaster drill that will be held at 3M Chemolite on October 4`h, 2003. He invited members to attend the exercise to evaluate services for the emergency and/or to be involved in some way during the course of the drill. He asked that they contact him if there was an interest. 2) Chairperson Karla Bigham extended a welcome to the two newest Commission members Dave Wick and Jeff Rothecker. STAFF REPORTS POLICE - Captain Woolery informed the Commission that two officers will be retiring from the Police Department. Officer John Tuchner's last day will be Aprii 30, 2003 and Sergeant Laurel Tollefson's last day will be May 31, 2003. He also advised the Commission that through a federal grant, the Washington County Special Response Team (SRT) members will be expanded by 7 new members from throughout Washington County and will also help with costs for equipment, training and personnel time. FIRE - Deputy Fire Chief Dennis Leonard advised that the full time fire fighter position hiring process has been put on hold temporarily. He went on to say that there was a major structure fire on Kimbro Avenue and there were no injuries. Page 4 PSHWC Meeting Minutes April 8, 2003 He also invited members from the Commission to participate in the disaster drill on October 4'". He advised that set up would take place between 8:00 a.m. and 9;00 a.m. COUNCIL- Council Member Kohls advised the Commission and the viewing audience of an ATM theft scam in the metro area and to be aware of who is around you when you use ATM machines. Council Member Kohls also stated that the Council did approve the multiple animal license for the Brody residence with conditions. She also advised that if the commission wished, she could keep them apprised of future development issues as the council receives them. Commission Chair Bigham would appreciate it if she could inform the commission. ADJOURN Motion by Commission member Kyle Lindquist to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Cyndee Engfer — Administrative Secretary