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I PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
' MAY 11, 1995
PRESENT: Mayor Don Chmiel, Eldon Berkland, Bill Bernhjelm, Greg Weber
' Bill Bernhjelm, Dave Dummer, Steve Labatt
EXCUSED ABSENCE: Greg Weber
' STAFF PRESENT: Scott Harr, Public Safety Director
Bob Zydowsky, Public Safety Officer
' Sheila Losby, Community Service Officer
Richard Wing, 2nd Assistant Chief
' GUESTS PRESENT: Sgt. Perry Heles, Bloomington Police Dept.
William C. Pribble, Jr. Attorney
' Hurd Alexander, Capstone Auto Pawnbrokers
Commissioner Chair Berkland called the meeting to order to 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Chmiel motioned, Commissioner Labatt seconded to approve the 4/13/95 PSC meeting
minutes. All voted in favor and the motion passed.
' Sgt. Heles informed the Commission of the City of Bloomington's past and present dealings with
pawnshops and the ordinance regulating them. The Sergeant, plus two full -time officers, are
assigned to pawnshop calls. He feels pawn shops need attention from the City in which they are
' in.
' Mr. Alexander, auto pawnbroker applicant, explained to the Commission the type of pawnshop
he owns, with locations in Eden Prairie, St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth & St. Cloud. Discussion
followed among the Commissioners. The applicant and his attorney request to be licensed as a
' titled pawnbroker. Director Harr will consult with City Attorney regarding the revision to the
proposed pawnbroker ordinance. A special session of the Public Safey Commission may be held
within 2 months to discuss further.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
' Chief Wing reported on the Fire Department activity, including the delivery of 2 babies and 2
' heart saves.
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The planning of the 10th Anniversary of the Public Safety Department is wrapping up. A
BBQ /picnic /family type event will be help June 8, 6 pm - 8 pm, at Lake Susan Park. ,
Discussion was held regarding the hazardous entrance /exit of Lake Ann Park. Right in/ right out
turn lanes, additional signage or having an officer directing traffic were all addressed. A "park '
entrance ahead" sign was also suggested. Commissioner Bernhjelm motioned, Commissioner
Beneik seconded, to endorse the right in /right out signage and turn lanes. 5 Commissioners voted
yes, Mayor Chmiel voted no. The motioned passed. '
Discussion was held regarding a Public Safety Commission award policy for recognizing
noteworthy people from the Fire Department, the community, the county. The award could be '
a certificate, letter or plaque. Director Harr will add this to the July agenda for further
discussion.
Commissioner Beniek motioned, Commissioner Bernhjelm seconded to adjourn . the meeting.
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