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1UT I 1�tlj- -- CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 22, 2025 was included in the final interview process this summer. He explained that the Council was given the option to stay with the existing firm and be served by another attorney or to follow the attorney to the new firm. He stated that in a workshop the Council expressed a desire to stay with the attorney and change firms. He stated that the proposed contract was included in the packet and remains virtually the same with a few additional benefits for the City. Mayor Fischer commented that when they went through the interview and review process, it was unanimous that Amanda was the person they wanted representing them, therefore it makes sense to follow her to the new firm with virtually the same contract. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-1-20 — APPROVING THE CIVIL LEGAL SER VICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LITTLE CANADA AND ECKBERG The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Kwapick. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS: 2024 RECAP AND 2025 OVERVIEW The Public Works Director presented information on the 2024 projects related to streets, ditch cleaning, Country Drive/Little Canada Road/County Road C/35E interchange project planning, sanitary sewer lining, and City Hall basement waterproofing. The Parks and Recreation Director provided an overview of the 2024 park projects including the Spooner Park pickleball conversion, basketball courts resurfacing, Thunder Bay trail connection and trail repair, completion of Pioneer Park play node and water feature, Waterworks trail bench installation, and park entrance signs. The Public Works Director highlighted projects planned for 2025 including street improvement projects, the Maple Leaf Court pond cleanout, booster station controls, and City Hall landscaping. The Parks and Recreation Director highlighted park projects planned for 2025 including the Thunder Bay trail boardwalk connection, Pioneer Park vegetation restoration and stormwater improvements, Veterans Memorial Park bubbler system replacement, community gathering space planning, art in the park, and community garden. Miller stated that the community garden has been an ongoing desire, and this seems to be a great use of the property. The Parks and Recreation Director confirmed that this would be a temporary use that could provide a service to the community. Miller stated that if that is successful, they could then look for a permanent home. Miller asked if residents donated the funding for the art in the park program. The Parks and Recreation Director provided details on the pilot program which rotated the signs throughout different locations and during events. He confirmed that City funds were used in addition to donations received. He