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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, February 23, 2009 Page 11 Mayor Klausing called to order the Public Hearing at approximately 7:20 p.m. Public Comment Steve Youngquist, 391 S Owasso Boulevard, on behalf of the Lake Owasso Safe Boating Association Mr. Younquist provided an historical perspective of this ski course and jump of almost 50 years; its use during the week and on weekends; current noise reduction technologies on boats; and MN state laws and Association adherence to those laws in respecting homeowners on Lake Owasso and in encouraging safe boating. Mr. Youngquist responded to an inquiry of Councilmember Johnson on use of the ski jump, advising that conditions and safety considerations were priorities in us- ing the jump; and noted that several show jumpers had recently moved into homes on Lake Owasso, and were utilizing the jumps. Mr. Younguist noted that there was not heavy use, from a traffic perspective, of the jumps but that they were used to train competitive ski jumpers; noting that Roseville had many nationally- ranked skiers. Dan Kelsey, 735 Highland Drive, on Lake Owasso Ms. Kelsey spoke in support of the application opining that the jump and course were a landmark fixture on the lake and in the community, provided free enter- tainment and created neighborhood relationships. Mayor Klausing closed the Public Hearing at approximately 7:27 p.m. 12. Business Items (Action Items) a. Approve the Placement of a Water Ski Course and Water Ski Jump on Lake Owasso Klausing moved, Roe seconded, approval of placement of a water ski course and jump on Lake Owasso for the 2009 season. Roll Call Ayes: Johnson; Ihlan; Roe; Pust; and Klausing. Nays: None. b. Approve Agreement with Ramsey County for Supplemental Law Enforce- ment Services on Lake Owasso Roseville Police Captain Rick Mathwig, following review of previous City Coun- cil meetings via tape, provided additional information to respond to questions and concerns of the City Council from those meetings. The Request for Council Ac- tion provided an historical perspective; annual costs for supplemental law en- forcement services on Lake Owasso by Ramsey County Sheriffis Department; and support of the services by the Lake Owasso Homeowner's Association.