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COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 13, 1998 July 2, 1998 SAC Check No. 513340 - 51410, $44,149.42) Approved Centennial Fire District Approved Mayor Sullivan reminded those present of the guidelines for audience participation in City Council Meetings, emphasizing the need for respectful dialog. OPEN MIKE No on appeared for open mike. Mayor Sullivan gave a verbal update regarding City business. She stated that July, 13, 1998, is when all tree debris must be in the boulevard for the final clean up. She stated that the City is progressing on the interview process for the new City Administrator. A new test process will be implemented beginning July 14, 1998. She encouraged citizen input. Mayor Sullivan noted that the City lost its oldest and largest Cherry tree in the last storm. The tree was located at Town Center. The wood will be used to make a front door for the new City Hall. Council Member Bergeson noted that the announcement regarding tree debris pick up being shown on cable television should be checked. It appears that the announcement indicates debris will be completely picked up by July 13, 1998, which is incorrect. Consideration of Proclamation, National Night Out, David Pecchia - Mr. Pecchia explained that National Night Out was designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police/community relations, and send a message to criminals letting them know their neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Residents lock their doors, turn on their outside lights from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and get together with their neighbors. National Night Out is for all neighborhoods and businesses in Lino Lakes, not just established neighborhood watch groups. Mr. Pecchia stated staff is requesting that Council acknowledge the National Night Out Proclamation in City's support of designating August 4, 1998, as National Night Out in the City of Lino Lakes. Mr. Pecchia read the proclamation. Council Member Lyden moved to approve the National Night Out Proclamation, as presented. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. BUILDING DEPARTMENT REPORT, TOM JACKSON Consideration of the Removal of a Fire Damaged House at 1410 Canfield Road - Mr. Jackson stated that he has been working with Mr. Greg Dufeck who is trying to rebuild his fire damaged home at 1410 Canfield Road. Because of numerous personal problems, Mr. Dufeck has been unable to complete the rebuilding of the home. Nothing on the property is salvageable 2