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Hugo City Council Minutes for October 20, 2008 Page 8 of 9 for completion of the work with the low quote from North Valley for $86,534.38. Granger made motion, Haas seconded, to direct staff to draw on the letter of credit, to accept the low quote from North Valley for $86,534.38, and authorize staff to have the work completed this fall. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion on Speed Limit in Victor Gardens — HOA President Michael Warner The City of Hugo was contacted by a resident in Victor Gardens regarding the issue of the 30 MPH speed limit in the Victor Gardens neighborhood. Michael Warner is the Homeowners Association President of the single family homes who has been approached by neighbors in regard to excessive speed and the safety of their children playing in and around the streets next to sidewalks and playgrounds. Michael contacted Council Member Becky Petryk who asked that this issue be placed on the next regularly scheduled meeting for discussion by Council. City Engineer Jay Kennedy and Public Works Director Scott Anderson plan to meet with Michael on Friday on this issue. Council Member Becky Petryk will also attend this meeting and encouraged neighbors who have comments or concerns to contact City Hall. Miron made motion, Granger seconded, to table this issue to allow Council Member Becky Petryk, City Engineer Jay Kennedy, and Public Works Director Scott Anderson to meet with the residents. All ayes. Motion carried. Report on October 16, 2008 Transportation Forum On Thursday, October 16, 2008, the City of Hugo hosted a Transportation Forum at Hugo City Hall where the public was invited to attend to learn from six area transportation providers who presented to residents the variety of transportation services provided to Hugo residents. City Administrator Mike Ericson reported there were many attendees at the forum and the City would continue to work with the agencies on transportation issues and formally present it back to the Council. No formal action was taken. Schedule Date for Board of Canvass Meeting On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, the City of Hugo will participate in the national General Election as well as a number of local races including Council Member and Mayoral races. As Council is aware, the results of the voting at the General Election needs to be certified by the City of Hugo acting as the Board of Canvass on or after the November 4th Election, no later than November 12, 2008. Haas made motion, Puleo seconded, to schedule Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. for the Board of Canvas to meeting to formerly certify the results of the November 4, 2008 General election. All ayes. Motion carried.