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COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 1998 Mayor Sullivan asked if the contract could be negotiated within the next week. Mr. Hawkins indicated that there should be no problem, so long as a contract is provided right away. Motion carried unanimously. LCMR Greenway Resubmittal for Clearwater Creek- Mr. Asleson explained that the Clearwater Creek Greenway Grant Proposal is a cooperative project involving the cities of Hugo, Lino Lakes,Centerville, Anoka County Parks, and the Rice Creek Watershed District. The total biennial project budget is$1,300,000 in addition to Rice Creek Watershed's contribution. Lino Lakes' contribution is factored at$250,000, and is calculated as project costs for the greenway including land acquisition, surface water management and water quality improvement engineering and development,vegetation establishment, and trail construction. He added that this grant request was submitted to the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCMR) last year and,although not funded, found support at the Commission hearings. The grant has been revised and upon Council approval will be resubmitted to the LCMR for fiscal year 1999 funding. The deadline for submission of this grant is February 13. Council Member Bergeson asked if Centerville's location change has the effect of diminishing Lino Lakes' eligibility for this grant. Mr. Asleson explained that Centerville's change enhances Lino Lakes' ability to receive the grant, as delay would only result in a greater chance of losing this greenway. Mayor Sullivan asked about the funding for purchase of the Lino Lakes land designated for the greenway. Mr. Asleson responded that the funds would come from the surface water management matching funds. Mayor Sullivan also asked about agreements with the present landowners, to which Mr. Asleson responded tentative agreements have been reached. Mayor Sullivan suggested that Mr. Wessel be provided with information regarding this matter for inclusion in the Comprehensive Plan prior to taking it to the neighborhoods. Mr. Asleson indicated that he would work with Mr. Wessel in this regard. Council Member Bergeson moved to approve the request to resubmit the Clearwater Creek Greenway grant proposal to LCMR. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSION OF FIRE FIGHTER PENSION, MILO BENNETT Mr. Bennett explained that the firefighter pension fund investments have been fruitful, and that the fund can support a benefit increase from $2,400 per year of service to $3,000 per year of service. He introduced Des Ingland, President of the relief association, and Jerry Peterson, treasurer. Mr. Bennett added that the Fire District Steering Committee has approved the proposed increase. Council Member Bergeson asked if the calculations leading to the proposed increase were reviewed by an actuary or some other pension professional. Mr. Bennett explained that by 4