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• • • COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 24, 2000 An ordinance requires two (2) readings. This ordinance should have been attached to the report on January 10, 2000, so that the first reading could occur then. Approving the first reading tonight ensures that the legal procedure is completed properly. The second reading can occur at the February 14, 2000, meeting without causing delay for the applicant. Council Member Dahl moved to approve FIRST READING of Ordinance No. 03 — 2000, as presented. Council Member Carlson seconded the motion. Council Member Carlson voted yea. Council Member Dahl voted yea. Council Member O'Donnell voted yea. Mayor Bergeson voted yea. Motion carried unanimously. Consider Approval of Contract with TKDA for New Tree Preservation Ordinance and Landscaping Ordinance, (3/4 Vote Required) — Brian Wessel — Tree preservation is an important aspect of the City's review of new development. Landscaping on commercial sites is another issue of importance to the community. While the City does h nces and policies addressing these issues, the ordinance are in need of revision. The Environmental Board recommended a new tree preservat �n a m.. e' •ack in early 1999. A cost of a consultant for the revision of the landscapin •). e p rvation ordinances was included in the 2000 budget. Ms. Julie Farnham of TKDA has re prepare . o ff'• ` e preparation of the new ordinances. a �, P P Ms. Farnham has degrees in landscap . e' an planning. She has served on the city planning staffs of Eagan and St. P . cit. es in other states. She is now a planner with TKDA. The proposal includes kin 1 ith the Environmental Board as well as City staff to prepare and review the new ordina cost for the work as described in the proposal is $7,600. Staff asked that Council prove the proposal from TKDA so that ordinances can be in place for the building season. Council Member O'Donnell moved to approve the proposal from TKDA for new tree preservation and landscaping ordinances, as presented. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING, FIRST READING, Ordinance No. 99 —17, Oak Brook Peninsula Easement Vacation (4/4 Vote Required) — John Powell — Staff advised both parties have agreed to mediation services. Therefore, staff recommended this item be tabled until the next Council meeting. Council Member O'Donnell moved to continue the FIRST READING of Ordinance No. 99 — 17. Council Member Carlson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.