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Charter Commission January 11, 2007 Page 3 Not approved by Charter Commission (1-17-2008) Commissioner Bor stated that it was not the position of City Staff to provide the information to assess if an amendment was necessary. Chair Warren responded he was speaking for Council and Staff. She believed they should work with the Commission, even if the request for specific City staff was ineffective. A joint meeting might help define what could and could not be done. Commissioner Trehus expressed concern they should allow access to City staff, and should not direct the Commission to training. He believed it was hindering the process. Commissioner Bening asked for clarification. Commissioner Trehus answered that the Commission requested information and was denied. The people holding the neighborhood surveys knew the issues. Commissioner Duffy indicated the intent of the Commission was to see if there was a viable alternative. She directed the Commission to a note from William Hawkins and Associates dated April 12, 2005 and addressed to the City Administrator referring to Minnesota Statute 410. Chair Warren noted the possibility that the Commission might not be inviting enough people or the right people. She wanted to involve the people who would move it forward. She recommended the item also be discussed at the next meeting. At the July meeting, the Commission would draft an amendment and have it ready for the vote. Commissioner Bor questioned if the letter gave any assurance that something could be in place. Commissioner Storberg inquired if any progress had been made since the last meeting. She believed it should be initiated to benefit the roads and recommended tabling the issue to allow Council and Staff to approach the Commission. Commissioner Vacha agreed that the issue should be tabled. Commissioner Carlson concurred, stating that Council should be motivating the Commission to act. Chair Warren stated that Council could make an amendment that might not serve the community. Commissioner Trehus responded he did not believe that Council was trying to work with the Commission. If the Commission did not go forth with the issue, the amendment concern did not automatically rest. He noted the City Administrator indicated that Council would decide. He was willing to go to a training session. Commissioner Storberg reminded the Commission of the stadium example. MOTION by Commissioner Storberg, seconded by Commissioner Rosemary Williams, to table any further discussion on road construction to be opened at the time of the Commission's choice. Motion carried unanimously.