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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 24, 2024 Mayor Fischer acknowledged that input is helpful when considering this item. He referenced the recent updates to the enforcement process and asked if that would need to be further updated. The Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Housing Coordinator explained that this would better clarify the rules and to deal with hoarder houses, rental home properties, and abandoned homes. D. Miller asked if this would provide a renter with more ability to have something addressed by a landlord. The Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Housing Coordinator confirmed that in some cases it would, depending on the problem. The Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Housing Coordinator stated that there are different levels of hoarding, and he has received several calls in the last couple of years. He commented that some of those he refers to public health while others do not rise to that level but still are a concern for safety and in those cases this code would be helpful. T. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Kwapick. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED FUNDING REQUEST FOR 35E/COUNTRY DRIVE/LITTLE CANADA ROAD INTERCHANGE PROJECT The Public Works Director provided background information on the work the City has been doing to address issues along 35E and different intersections. He provided an overview of the status of grant funds received for different intersection projects and noting there are still gaps in funding. He stated that an opportunity has presented itself to potentially fill those funding gaps through Congressionally Directed Funding and therefore staff recommends applying for the funds for the Little Canada Road and Country Drive intersection improvement project. Mayor Fischer stated that he met with Representative McCollum in February who encouraged the cities to apply for these types of opportunities and keep her informed. He thanked staff for doing the work to move forward, acknowledging that these projects are well beyond the budget of the City. The City Administrator stated that staff will have an update on this project at the May 22nd meeting. Mayor Fischer acknowledged the momentum the City has been able to gain for this project, which should help in potentially gaining additional funds. Mayor Fischer introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: M