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Hugo City Council Minutes October 6, 2008 Page 2 of 9 was raised at this event for donation to the Hugo Relief fund that has been established to aid the victims of the May 25, 2008 tornado disaster. Kerstin Quigley, Assistant Vice President of Lake Area Bank, introduced the planning committee for the fund raising event which included Brian Denaway, Katie Lindstrom, Deb Johnson, and Christine Wrobel. Kersten explained they exceeded their goal by raising $3,485.99 for the Hugo relief fund. The charity event included 40 golfers and 60 participants at the social gathering held afterwards at the Blue Heron Grill. Phil Klein, member of the Long Term Recovery Committee, explained how funds were dispersed and encouraged those looking for help to come forward. The Mayor thanked the HBA for the much appreciated donation to the Hugo Relief Fund. Introduction of Candidate for City Council — Phil Klein City staff received a request from a resident who is a candidate for the Hugo City Council. Resident Phil Kline introduced himself to the City Council and public as a candidate for the City Council Ward 2 Representative. Phil stated he has been a Hugo resident for 17 years and has experienced the increase in population. He stated he liked the present Council's openness to residents and support for businesses, and he wanted to become elected to continue to represent Hugo that way. Introduction of Candidate for City Council — Tom Weidt City staff has received a request from a resident who is a candidate for the Hugo City Council. Resident Tom Weidt introduced himself to the City Council and public as a candidate for the City Council Member at Large Representative. Tom explained he has been a member of the Parks and Recreation Commission for four years and is currently on the Planning Commission for his fourth year. He has had an opportunity to watch Hugo grow into a great place to live, work and play. Tom stated he wanted to use his leadership skills and experience to continue to guide Hugo into the future on the path Hugo is on today. A forum will be held at City Hall on October 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Fran Miron encouraged the community to attend. The event will be televised. Introduction of Candidate for Commissioner - Dennis Hegber2 Mayor Fran Miron introduced Commissioner Dennis Hegberg who was in attendance for a different issue on the agenda. Commissioner Hegberg stated that he has served since 1989 and was seeking reelection as District 1 Representative, which includes Hugo. Hegberg said he has enjoyed working with Hugo through some difficult changes and appreciated that Hugo has been very transparent and open. He asked for support in the election and stated it has been an honor to represent Hugo. Approval of Consent Aienda Approval of Claims Approve Job Description and Authorization to Staff to Advertise for Senior Engineering Technician Approve Lawful Gambling Permit for White Bear Fast Pitch at Hugo American Legion on March 28, 2009 Approve Hire of Brian Denaway as Temporary Permit Technician