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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MAY 289 2025 Mayor Fischer stated that perhaps moving forward, they might consider broadening out beyond deer to address turkeys and geese as well. The Parks and Recreation Director agreed that a proper natural resources program could include wildlife management. Gutierrez introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2025-5-8 7 — APPROVING THE 2025 DEER MANA GEMENT PROGRAM, WHICH INCLUDES NO RECOMMENDED HUNT IN 2025 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Miller. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. PERSONNEL POLICY AMENDMENT TO ADD PERA PHASED RETIREMENT PROGRAM PAYOUT POLICY The City Clerk stated that the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) offers a phased retirement option (PRO) program, which allows employees to reduce their hours while remaining in the same position, for up to five years, and be able to collect their full benefit. She provided additional information on the language that is proposed to be included in the policy to best fit the city. She provided additional information related to the employee who is participating in the PRO program. Miller asked and received confirmation that those who are working less than 20 hours per week would still earn the Minnesota sick and safe time. She confirmed that those hours can be used but would not be paid out if unused. The City Clerk confirmed that the phased retirement option allows an employee to be able to work up to 20 hours per week in the same position. She commented that currently this program is allowing the Building Official to pass on his knowledge to the new employee. Mayor Fischer commented that the phased retirement program is a great option for both the employee and the organization, as it allows an employee to slowly transition into retirement while also passing on their knowledge and bringing the new person up to speed. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-5-88 — APPROVING TO ADD NEW SECTION 17, PERA PHASED RETIREMENT OPTION] TO THE LITTLE CANADA PERSONNEL POLICY The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Gutierrez. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. AUTHORIZE POSTING FOR A PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER The City Clerk stated that the Council accepted the resignation of a public works employee earlier on the agenda, which will bring the department down a total of three working employees. She stated that they propose to hire a Maintenance I worker to assist with staffing in the public works department. She asked that the Council authorize the posting immediately. She confirmed that they would be reviewing the structure of the department before adding additional employees after this hire. 5