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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES <br /> OCTOBER 16, 2012 <br /> <br />Page 7 of 7 <br /> <br />Council Member Emmons brought up the use of traffic calming techniques as opposed to actions that encourage increased speed. Mr. Zuleger affirmed that the three proposed tools include calming, as well as enforcement and regulation. Council Member Smith inquired about the times the speeds were recorded. Mr. Zuleger stated that Public Works Director Bouthilet can provide those details. A discussion also took place explaining Red Zone enforcement. Mr. Zuleger confirmed that 26 percent of the citations and warnings were issued to Lake Elmo residents. Additional data will be available from the forthcoming road survey and ongoing studies. City Engineer Griffin informed the Council that the data suggests that a physical change to the roadway/sightlines is needed to change behavior. Mr. Zuleger also reported that the City is working on finalizing a contract for a Humane Officer. Staff is working on water appeals and will be asking the council to consider the current water rates and the City’s conservation policy in November. Storm Water Appeals are almost complete. A park usage policy is forthcoming for the Council’s consideration. The next Source newsletter is ready for publication. Employee performance reviews will be taking place in November. A discussion was had regarding city parks, trails, and the forthcoming park usage survey. <br />City Attorney Snyder reported that legal counsel has taken part in several administrative issues, reviewed the personnel policy, and worked on the 3M litigation. The next meeting will include a request for executive session to discuss further details related to that litigation. <br />City Engineer Griffin reported that the City did receive approval for funding of the Road Safety Audit. <br />Planning Director Klatt reported he took part in the Village walking tour with Damon Farber & Associates. Feedback from the group will be reported after it is compiled. There are upcoming Design Standards and Village Workgroup meetings scheduled. <br />Finance Director Bendel reported the completion of the storm water assessments. A sales tax audit is scheduled for next week. Regular month-end filings are coming up. Street Assessments will take place in November. Adjourned open meeting at 8:50 P.M. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL <br />ATTEST: _______________________________________ Dean A. Johnston, Mayor ______________________________________ Dean Zuleger, City Administrator