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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JULY 239 2025 the first being Charlie Lehn. She commented that he has many years of public works experience from another city, and brings many other skills. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-7-117 — APPROVING THE HIRE OF CHARLES LENAS PUBLIC WORDS MAINTENANCE I WORKER, EFFECTIVE AUGUST 4, 2025 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Gutierrez. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. APPROVE HIRE OF JOSHUA HIELSBERG AS PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE I WORKER The City Clerk presented the second hiring request for Joshua Hielsberg as a public works employee. She noted his experience with trees and how that could benefit the City. She noted that it is anticipated that Joshua would begin on August 25th Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2025-7-118 — APPROVING THE HIRE OF JOSHUA HEILSBERG AS PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE I WORKER, EFFECTIVE A UGUST 25, 2025 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Gutierrez. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. ORDINANCE 920, AMEND FEE SCHEDULE FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, AND CANNABINOID PRODUCT FEES The Community Development Director stated that some minor modifications are proposed for the fee book. He presented an overview of the proposed fees to be added and/or amended. Kwapick asked if the Special Home Occupation Permit is required to be renewed each year. The Community Development Director commented that the permits are reviewed annually, but that can be done administratively. He noted that most home occupations would not fall under this type of permit, as this type of permit is meant for more unique things. Kwapick asked and received confirmation that the $200 renewal fee would apply to all Special Home Occupation Permits. Mayor Fischer commented that the $500 Special Home Occupation Permit fee seems harsh, but also recognized the amount of work that was done for the last review. The Community Development Director confirmed that he will be reviewing the Special Home Occupation Permit section of the Code to better align with the Conditional Use Permit process. Miller acknowledged that costs should align with the cost of services to ensure that the proper party is paying for work related to their request. Mayor Fischer asked if a $500 fee would deter someone from applying. Gutierrez asked if that would dissuade someone from doing the right thing. 7