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Hugo City Council Minutes for July 6, 2009 Page 9 of 11 curb modifications except one 90 -degree turn will be made into a stop at a "T" intersection and additional signage installed at curbs to improve safety. Modification of the CSAH 7/8 intersection will be a separate project scheduled for 2010, and the CSAH 8 roadway is scheduled for next year. The Council express appreciation to the County for being responsive to citizen input. Haas made motion, Miron seconded, to direct City staff to work with County staff to schedule a meeting to provide review and report to residents on the project. All Ayes. Motion carried. Report on June 16, 2009 Washington County Board Workshop on Horse Boarding Operations At its May 4, 2009 meeting, the Hugo City Council discussed with the Washington County Assessor the reclassification of the City's Horse Boarding Operations, which were changed commercial operation. On Tuesday, June 16, 2009 the Hugo City Council met with May Township Board and Washington County Officials at the Washington County Government Center to discuss the current classification. Mayor Fran Miron Council and members Phil Klein and Becky Petryk attended the meeting as well as Councilmember Chuck Haas who officially represented the City of Hugo and spoke on behalf of the Hugo City Council. Councilmember Haas addressed the Washington County Board in regard to issues relating to the City's Comprehensive Plan, the County's Comprehensive Plan, and the need to preserve rural character. After comments from Councilmember Haas and May Township Board Chair Bill Voedisch and a presentation from Washington County staff, the Washington County Board agreed in principal that it would support a one-year moratorium in accordance with State Legislative changes which calls for a study of the current reclassification issues. Haas made motion, Klein seconded, to direct staff to send a letter to Kevin Corbid, Director of Property Records and Taxpayer Services, and the County Board to thank them for being responsive to the citizens of the City of Grant, May Township, and the City of Hugo, and inform them of the City's desire to participate in discussions with the Department of Revenue as they move forward on this issue. All Ayes. Motion carried. Report on June 22, 2009 Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Community Event at Hugo City Hall At its May 18, 2009, the Hugo City Council adopted a resolution supporting the Yellow Ribbon Network of Washington County. The Yellow Ribbon Network is a way for schools, local units of government, law enforcement, social services and volunteer organizations to be more responsive to the special needs of military families during deployment. Councilmember Chuck Hass was instrumental in organizing this workshop, which was attended by approximately 30 residents and community leaders. Councilmember Chuck Haas provided an update of the meeting stating the Network will be working with Stillwater to connect people who need services to those people who can provide the services. No formal action was taken.