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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 16, 2013 <br /> <br />Page 2 of 12 <br /> <br />REGULAR AGENDA <br />ITEM 9: SPEAK YOUR PEACE PROJECT; RESOLUTION 2013-28 City Admin Zuleger gave overview of Speak Your Peace project. It was founded in 2003 in the Duluth/Superior area. It operates as a means to increase civil engagement in community. One goal is to learn how to disagree without being disagreeable and create an environment where individuals feel comfortable. Lake Elmo service clubs the Lions, Rotary, and Jaycees are also involved. Mr. Zuleger explained the nine tools of civility used in the project: 1) Pay Attention; 2) Listen; 3) Be Inclusive; 4) Don’t Gossip; 5) Show Respect; 6) Be Agreeable; 7) Apologize; 8) Give Constructive Criticism; and 9) Take Responsibility For Actions. The target audience is the local governing bodies and policy makers; service and nonprofit organizations; schools; churches; businesses; and residents. Mr. Zuleger explained the website - http://www.speakyourpeacelakeelmo.org and described its content. Lake Elmo’s model is Washington County. They handle many tough issues and maintain civility well. Former Lake Elmo Council Member Rita Conlin is advocate and liaison with Washington County. Taxpayer Services and Communications Specialist Alyssa McLeod is leading the implementation for the city. <br />MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013-28, ADOPTING THE NINE <br />TOOLS OF CIVILITY. Council Member Park seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. <br /> <br />ITEM 10: LAKE ELMO WINE COMPANY City Clerk Bell explained the reason for the license application being brought before Council. The business is being sold and the new owner is seeking the license be transferred to his new business. Mr. Bell explained that a public hearing is required. <br />Public Hearing held. There were no public comments. <br />MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE A NEW OFF-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR <br />LICENSE FOR LAKE ELMO WINE COMPANY AT 3511 LAKE ELMO AVE. NORTH TO CALVIN <br />WILKENS, 5 GRAND, LLC., PENDING APPROVAL BY THE WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF. Council <br />Member Smith seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. <br />ITEM 11: MINNESOTA INVESTMENT FUND City Administrator Zuleger explained the background of the Valley Cartage expansion and the MIF forgivable loan process/overview. Loan is contingent on the creation of the jobs. Lake Elmo will be administering the fund. <br />Public Hearing held. There were no public comments. <br />MOTION: Council Member Park moved TO APPROVE 2013-29 AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION TO <br />THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FINANCING PROGRAM, THE MINNESOTA INVESTMENT FUND, IN THE <br />AMOUNT OF UP TO $500,000 FOR VALLEY CARTAGE GROUP, INC.”. Council Member Smith <br />seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.