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COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 13, 1995 bus and tour Lino Lakes. These two (2) groups will look at the way the City is zoned, where different developments are under construction and look at the environmental situation in the City and the impact of the Rice Creek Regional Park. This tour will point out the boundaries of the City and how it is divided by the Regional Park and the City of Centerville. Next week the School advisory group will meet. Mr. Tesch has contacted the school districts. It appears that there will be meetings with each school district as well as panel discussions with them. Ms. Sullivan noted that the citizens have many concerns regarding the growth of the City and the inability of the school systems to keep up with the pace. They want an open dialogue with the school districts to be sure that the quality of education is maintained in Lino Lakes. Ms. Sullivan explained that there will be no advisory groups for such issues as communications and responsive government. She said that she felt that the staff is dedicated, and has been very supportive and helpful with the 20/20 Vision project. Ms. Sullivan felt that the staff was excited about the project. Ms. Sullivan explained that she has discussed with staff the concern regarding communications. Staff has assisted her in developing a citizens library. The library will contain items that citizens usually request. Citizens will be able to check out any item in the library. This should help citizens understand how and why city government does the things they do. All items in the library will be available in the next couple of weeks. Ms. Sullivan explained that the citizens wanted more communication from the City about what is happening. She is looking at several ideas to keep the citizens informed. The ideas must be cost effective. There is a limit as what tax dollars can support. Community Safety is an issue that did not get an advisory group. Ms. Sullivan explained that Police Chief Pecchia and CSO Jeannie Kennow have been 100 percent in keeping her involved with what is happening with community based policing and letting her know how the program is progressing. The Police Department has surveyed citizens and have incorporated communication ideas into the community policing program. Ms. Sullivan said she felt that the Police Department and all City staff have been very supportive and aware of what they are doing and giving a second look at citizen requests and involvement. Ms. Sullivan told the City Council that no matter what the results are in June, the 20/20 Vision project has been a success. Because PAGE 2