HomeMy WebLinkAboutLease Task Force Minutes 03.04.2013 Lease Taskforce
March 4, 2013
In attendance: Tom Nelson, Mayor Olson, Bill Mountsier and Bruce McGee (arrived at 5:57)
Others: Curtis Lord, Iry Wilke
Tom Nelson opened the meeting at 5:47.
The Mayor motioned the minutes be approved as presented. Bill Mountsier seconded. The motion
carried. (Bruce McGee was not present for the vote)
Tom asked if there was any public comment. There was none.
Tom presented the group with a draft lease template. He stated it had been presented to Council at a
workshop. Tom stated that after the group looked at the template, that draft would be presented to the
City attorney.
The Mayor recommended that the group convene in two weeks to discuss the lease so that each person
could have ample time to review and comment on the lease. The group agreed.
Bill asked if there was any new information regarding the insurance policy. It was reported that legal
counsel has not reviewed it at this time.
Iry presented the group a document titled "Laurel Rod and Gun club Membership Party Trap
Competition." The document spelled out procedures and protocols for a specific event. He stated the
only information lacking was the specific dates and times of events. Iry stated that there is a booklet
that explains the amateur competition rules which is referenced in the document.
Curtis asked for clarification regarding the no spectators language located in Article 1 in the lease
template. The Mayor asked what the shooting area is specifically. Iry explained the location of
scorekeepers, landmarks like the tower and such to explain the logistics of the shooting facility. Iry said
positions are laid out and no one should be beyond the tower at any time.
Iry stated there is a ready area where the gun racks are located in which spectators would be allowed.
The Mayor stated Iry should put together a diagram to describe where these locations are and a glossary
for the terms. Tom stated it was important for both parties for a drawing like this to be included for
eliminating liability in the event of a lawsuit. Iry stated he will work with the City Planning department to
put together a map to be attached to the party trap competition document. Iry stated the document
was specific to each event and would be presented to City Council.
Bruce stated his concern was still other people using the facility who are unauthorized. The group
recognizes it is a risk that requires enforcement. Bruce stated he thought it would take a group effort to
be vigilant and to work with the Laurel Police Department to ensure safety. Iry suggested a sign should
be placed at the park stating "no unauthorized shooting" so that general public can know. The Mayor
agreed and felt that it was a City responsibility to display that information. The Mayor also stated that
he felt like signage should be included on the fencing as a gate keeper. There was some discussion on
barriers that would be ideal.
Curtis asked about the 5 year shooting sunset. Tom stated that the sunset was no longer related to the
fencing and that great strides had been made for the Rod and Gun club to transition to another location.
Iry asked if alcohol would still be allowed inside the building. The group agreed that would still be
allowed.
Tom stated that the group should review all materials and prepare comments to be addressed at a
meeting which is to take place in two weeks. Tom stated there would be some answers regarding the
insurance policy as well.
The next meeting will take place Monday, March 18 at 5:30.
The Mayor stated information would be forthcoming regarding the physical status of the building. The
Mayor also stated at this time there were no plans to rehab the house for a caretaker this year.
Bruce asked about the Rifle Club building. Iry reported there were still issues with the building and the
restrooms. Iry stated there were two functioning furnaces there. The Mayor stated the ventilation
would need to be addressed when the appropriate time comes.
Bruce motioned for adjournment and Bill seconded. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned 6:54
pm.
Respectfully,
Monica Plecker