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COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 1998 Mayor Sullivan stated that she is very proud and excited about the City of Lino Lakes. She and other staff attended the League of Minnesota Cities Conference last week. The City has waited a long time for commercial development but is far ahead of other cities with regard to how the commercial development is being handled. The City of Lino Lakes won a $500 gift certificate for the City to spend any way it would like. Also, there are new employment opportunities within the City of Lino Lakes listed at the Lino Lakes Convenience Center. Mayor Sullivan explained that Lino Lakes is participating with other cities in a request for Federal funding to help finance the public clean up due to the May 15, 1998 tornado/storm. Individual residents will not qualify for Federal funding as insurance covered most damages. Mayor Sullivan indicated the City has received many calls regarding the upgrades to Birch Street. She stated that Birch Street is a County road and the decision to upgrade was made by the County. Changes will not occur on that street until the year 2015. If any resident has questions regarding this matter, they can call city hall. Mayor Sullivan announced that on Friday, June 19, 1998, the City's bond rating upgraded from a BAA to A3. The increase in the rating is important as the City will receive a better interest rate when bonding for City projects. She thanked all staff involved with the upgrade. Mayor Sullivan reminded those present of the guidelines for audience participation in City Council Meetings, emphasizing the need for respectful dialog. OPEN MIKE Mr. Bob Nelson, 6733 East Shadow Lake Drive, came forward and expressed concern regarding an article in the Quad newspaper regarding the placement of a fence on the north end of the Reshanau Lake. Mayor Sullivan noted this issue has not yet come before Council. Mr. Nelson stated that he would like to make some comments regarding the proposed fence. He provided the following background on the matter. A trail/road around the north end of Reshanau Lake can be documented beginning in the early 1940's. Mr. Nelson said that once an area has been in public use for seven (7) years, that area can continue to be used by the public. He also explained that the trail on the north end of the lake is a well used trail. The trail has never been cut off in the past and felt the City should take possession of the trail for the common good of the people. Mr. Nelson said that he understood the issue of liability but this could be resolved if a trail corridor could be obtained by the City. Mayor Sullivan stated that this issue would be discussed at a Council work session. Council Member Lyden indicated he agreed with Mr. Nelson. 2