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• • CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JANUARY 8, 2003 APPROVED Ms. Friesen stated her goal is to have the project completed in two years, which is the City's 50th Anniversary. City Administrator Waite Smith stated staff believes the Council workroom is a good place for them to work occasionally. Mr. Berg would like to put a locking device on the closet in that room for security of some of the documents. She stated the kickoff of the project would be scheduled when both parties can attend the meeting. Ms. Friesen suggested the kickoff take place at the Monday night Council meeting, or as soon as possible. Mayor Bergeson suggested Ms. Friesen speak to Paul Montain, Tim Ross and Robert Neal. He also suggested Ms. Friesen take pictures of older buildings and barns within the City. Councilmember Carlson suggested Ms. Friesen also speak to Darlene and Gary Barrett. Councilmember Reinert suggested Ms. Friesen speak to Vern Reinert. This item may be placed on the regular Council agenda, Monday, January 13, 2003, 6:30 p.m. LIPOFF HOUSE RELOCATION, 6201 LAURENE AVENUE, MICHAEL GROCHALA Community Development Director Grochala advised this issue was discussed at the last Council meeting. Neighbors had requested additional information and review on this item. Staff has reviewed a number of issues. The lot does conform to all the requirements of the zoning ordinance. The grading has been completed in accordance with the grading plan. There have been no significant changes to the drainage on the lot. Staff has not identified any outstanding or problematic issues. Councilmember Dahl asked if the house meets City codes. Community Development Director Grochala advised the house was inspected prior to it being moved. There will be electrical improvements, new plumbing and heating and some of the windows will be replaced. Councilmember Carlson stated the house was probably moved at night due to traffic issues. Also, the roofline does look like what was shown on the original plan. Mrs. Beverly Krieger came forward and expressed concerns regarding the elevations and amount of dirt that was brought to the site. She stated she is very concerned about drainage and run off in the area.