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• • COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 9,1998 Resolution No. 98 - 164 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Easement Disbursement for Lake Drive Trunk Utility - Mr. Powell explained the City has had to acquire easements due to this project. An agreement has been reached for the easement located on the ease side of Apollo and Lake Drive with Mr. Carlson in the amount of $6,000. Mr. Powell asked Council for approval of the $6,000 agreement with Mr. Carlson for easement acquisition. Council Member Neal moved to approve the $6,000 agreement with Mr. Carlson for easement acquisition. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAVE PECCHIA Consideration of Financial Analyst Position - Mr. Pecchia stated that in August, 1998, an analysis of the City's organization was made, and a subsequent restructuring took place. Phase II of that restructuring called for the appointment of a Financial Analyst. Four (4) candidates were interviewed by Mr. Pecchia and Joyce Lund in the Finance Division. Three (3) finalists were then interviewed by Mr. Pecchia and members of the management team earlier this week. Mr. Pecchia stated that Mr. Daryl Sulander has been recommended for the position of Financial Analyst. Mr. Sulander brings experience as Assistant Finance Director for the City of Plymouth, Finance Director for the City of Andover, and Clerk Treasurer with the City of Austin. In addition to governmental accounting, Mr. Sulander has a knowledge of computer software and networks, as well as experience with public financing tools, i.e. tax increment financing. Mr. Pecchia recommended Mr. Sulander be hired at Step 4 of the financial analyst salary range, and be given a bank of one week of vacation, and accumulate vacation at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period. Staff recommended Council extend an offer of employment to Mr. Daryl Sulander. Mayor Sullivan asked how the additional vacation accumulation compares to other City staff. Mr. Pecchia stated it is comparable to staff at that level. Council Member Neal asked when Mr. Sulander will start. Mr. Pecchia stated Mr. Sulander will start on November 23, 1998. He will be available for the Truth in Taxation Public Hearing. Council Member Bergeson asked about the policy regarding probation. Mr. Pecchia indicated there is a six (6) month probation period. Mayor Sullivan clarified the position being filled is the for the City's Financial Analyst.