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COUNCIL MINUTES DRAFT 4 Development Director Grochala noted the Governor’s order that will soon allow certain restaurant 128 service to resume but outdoors. There are restaurants in Lino Lakes that may be interested in 129 pursuing this outdoor dining option. Staff has reviewed the City’s regular requirements and, in the 130 interest of providing some assistance in this area, is recommending interim recommendations that 131 would be in effect throughout the period of special orders from the State relating to restaurants. Mr. 132 Grochala reviewed the process recommended by staff. The recommendation is presented for 133 approval but contingent on final review by the City Attorney. 134 Mayor Rafferty remarked that it is something of a work in progress and Community Development 135 Director Grochala concurred that this is coming forward quickly and there may be some questions that 136 arise but staff wants to be proactive in the matter. 137 Councilmember Cavegn asked if staff will review preparedness plans as part of this process. Mr. 138 Grochala responded that is not the plan but staff would be indirectly reviewing some of the requirements 139 as part of the process. 140 Councilmember Ruhland asked, in consideration of attorney review, when is this expected to be ready. 141 Mr. Grochala said staff will run with this if the council approves it now; he doesn’t expect that there 142 would be any major changes recommended by the city attorney. 143 Councilmember Stoesz asked if the Metropolitan Council will waive WAC/SAC fees. Mr. Grochala 144 replied that there will be no charges of that type for these situations (the interior isn’t being used). 145 Councilmember Lyden moved to approve Resolution No. 20-53 as presented. Councilmember Ruhland 146 seconded the motion. Motion carried: Yeas, 5; Nays none. 147 148 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 149 150 There was no Unfinished Business. 151 152 NEW BUSINESS 153 154 Open Mic. The council heard from Faamati Winey, Owner of Snap Fitness in Lino Lakes. Ms. 155 Winey read a petition put together by health clubs/gyms. The petition supports the reopening of 156 facilities that support people’s physical health. The safety protocol they are proposing to enact was 157 reviewed. 158 159 Discussion of reopening City Hall to the public. Mayor Rafferty asked the council for their 160 suggestions on how best to reopen City Hall. He knows that staff having an understanding of the 161 requirements/guidelines and complying with them is important . He is requesting that the council 162 begin meeting at City Hall beginning with next Monday’s work session. 163 164 Administrator Karlson said the state’s current recommendation is for social distancing for legislative 165 bodies (don’t have to comply with 10 person limit) and he feels that the council chambers could be 166 set up appropriately. The mayor remarked that precautions are important but he’s also ready to 167 work in the same room with other council members. 168 169 Councilmember Ruhland expressed support to have businesses open as much as possible under 170 current orders. 171 172