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considered, and that Mr. Hawkins was working on the agreement. ROSS' LIQUOR STORE The council was brought up to date regarding Anoka County's proposal to purchase 17 feet of right of way from Mr. Chris Ross. The purpose for this proposal is to remove Mr. Ross from his existing building in order for the county to demolish for safety and right of way issues. Mr. Ross is proposing to move his business into the recently vacated liquor store located in the Tom Thumb building. Mr. Schumacher explained the importance of the timing of the demolition of the building as it relates to our Tax Increment Financing District. The council raised concerns of vandalism and other safety problems if the demolition were put off too long. Mr. Schumacher stated that he would keep the council appraised of this matter in future sessions. ROSS DEPOSITION Mr. Schumacher reminded the council that depositions for the Birch lawsuit were set for 9:00 A.M. on May 21st, 1993. RESHANAU LAKE BOAT ACCESS Mr. Schumacher recapped that at our last meeting, Mr. Hawkins gave his legal opinion that if the homeowners association did not comply with council instructions, we would be forced to take legal action. The council discussed a possible injunction prohibiting use of the launch. Mayor Reinert felt there were two issues here, the first being a legal issue, the second being present and future relations among the neighbors in this area. Mr. Bergeson stated that the mediator at the county is seeking to get the council involved in mediation. Mayor Reinert cautioned against the city getting involved in the actual mediation. Mayor Reinert added that he would be willing to be involved as a neighbor versus a city official. Ms. Elliott felt that perhaps an injunction would bring both sides back to the mediators table. It was the consensus of the council that reason prevail on this issue. Mr. Schumacher stated that pleadings would be prepared in the first part of next week. Ms. Carrie Ostegren of the Reshanau Park Estates Homeowners Association was present to voice her concerns regarding the city's stand on the boat access. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 P.M. 1 1