2008.05.29 CC Minutes - Emergency A.M. Meeting

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MINUTES FOR THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2008 STAFF AND COMMAND MEETING, HUGO CITY HALL, 8:OOAM The meeting was call to order by Acting Mayor Becky Petryk at 8:25 a.m. Present: Council Members Mike Granger, Chuck Haas, Becky Petryk, and Frank Puleo, City Staff Mike Ericson, Nate Ehalt, Hugo Department Officials, Washington County Emergency Management personnel, volunteer agencies. Absent: Mayor Fran Miron Fire Chief Jim Compton provided a recap of yesterdays activities. First aid is being provided in two locations by Forest Lake Fire Department under the direction of Chief Gary Sigfrinus. Deb Paige from Washington County talked about mitigation plans and grant applications. Patrick will help with state and federal grant applications. There was discussion on the overwhelming number of volunteers offering to help in Saturday's clean-up event. There was concern on how to control traffic. Nate Ehalt is working with Commander Stutz to provide signage on Highway 61 as well as on I-35. The county is also providing signage at the Washington County Service Center to help direct volunteers. Scott Anderson is ordering porta-potties for the clean-up event. Building inspectors completed their inspections yesterday and will continue to credential contractors throughout this week. Public Works Director talked about debris removal. Refuse would be removed on Sunday by haulers by 8:00 a.m. Housing was available for affected residents. City clerk Michele Lindau has a list. Salvation Army will assist residents with their search. Salvation Army provided food and beverages to approximately 500-600 yesterday. Simek's will provide food to the Salvation Army for the Saturday event. Forest Lake, Chisago City and Hugo Lions will give food and work with the Salvation Army for Saturday's clean-up event. Daycare will be available on Saturday at Oneka Elementary, Kids Place, and Little Shepard's Lutheran Church.