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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MARCH 11, 2026 Adopt 2027 Budget Calendar The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Malone. Ayes (3). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. APPROVE HIRE OF CARL JACOBSON AS FINANCE DIRECTOR The City Administrator provided an update on the hiring process for the Finance Director position, noting that four individuals were invited to interviews and two applicants were invited for a second round of interviews. One applicant stood out to both the Personnel Committee and the first interview panel, and the position was offered to Carl Jacobson. He provided additional information about Mr. Jacobson's experience and noted that he is in attendance tonight. The City Council is asked to approve the hire. Mayor Fischer invited Mr. Jacobson to come forward. Carl Jacobson introduced himself and stated that he is looking forward to being part of this team. Mayor Fischer stated that he and Kwapick were very impressed and agreed that Mr. Jacobson seems to be what the city needs at this time. Mayor Fischer introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2026-2-32 — APPROVING THE HIRE OF CARL JACORSONAS FINANCE DIRECTOR The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Miller. Ayes (3). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED FUNDING APPLICATION FOR I35E PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE The City Administrator stated that this has come before the Council before, and as they continue to have more serious discussions about the pedestrian bridge, staff continue to explore any potential funding avenues for the project. He stated that staff would like to pursue congressionally directed funds through Congresswoman McCullum and Senators Smith and Klobuchar. Miller commented that staff did a great job with altering the plans, as he believed there was a greater likelihood of funding success if the ped bridge had improved alignment. Mayor Fischer stated that he was happy to see Congresswoman McCullum included, as she has urged the city to reach out with potential projects. He recognized that the city applied last year and hoped they would have a better response. Malone appreciated the work staff is doing to continue to find outside funding, recognizing that this is not only a project for Little Canada but for the region. 0)