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Charter Commission October 9, 1997 Page 12 reporting by the subcommittee, and keeping the public informed about the Commission's efforts to aid the City Council in accomplishing the wishes and goals of the community. Commissioner Turner also suggested use of the flyer information in the newsletter. Commissioner Dahl suggested an announcement, audio or video, of the same information on cable television prior to the Council meeting. MOTION by Commissioner Turner, seconded by Dunn,that Turner prepare two articles, present them to the Commission for review, and publish them following timely response from Commission members. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Turner asked about a Commission Vision/Mission Statement. Commissioner Sullivan suggested that this issue had been decided previously. Chair Montain indicated that it had been discussed, and will be presented for additional thought for discussion at the January, 1998 meeting. Five Year Plan - Chair Montain indicated that he met with Mary Vaske, that the Five Year Plan was adopted and the annual update, as provided in the Plan, is being prepared. He added that the Commission must review the annual update, and monitor the activity as prescribed by the Plan. Commissioner Trehus asked if the Commission could be supplied with a copy of the Five Year Plan. Chair Montain indicated that he would follow up on obtaining the Plan and updates. Commissioner Dunn suggested that if this material is available for the January meeting, it would be helpful to have Ms. Vaske appear to give a presentation. Commissioner Turner added that she would like to write an article. NEW BUSINESS Annual Report- Chair Montain explained that it is his duty to present his annual report for the Commission's approval, pursuant to the Section II of the By-Laws. He stated that during the past year three items dominated discussion: (1)the City's road reconstruction policy (or lack thereof); (2) reinstallment of the Five-Year Plan, as prescribed by the Charter; and (3) communication about the Charter to the general public as well as City Staff and Council. Great progress was made in all three of these areas; but these items should remain as focal points for the Commission during the ensuring year. The Commission is a large appointed group of residents who wants nothing but the best for Lino Lakes. Chair Montain stated that it is at times frustrating watching our political process work, but it does work. He expressed his hope that as individuals and as a group where necessary, the Commission will not be afraid to participate in this process to make Lino Lakes a great place to live and to do business. Commissioner DeMotts explained that the Chair's annual report is placed on file with the City Clerk.