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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES <br /> September 10, 2013 <br /> <br />3 <br /> <br />consensus of the Council was that there will be a second meeting that month. City Administrator Zuleger asked that one of those meetings include the Truth in Taxation hearing. <br />No formal action requested. <br />II. APPROVE RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE 2014 STATE OF MN BONDING REQUEST; RES. 2013-74 City Administrator Zuleger explained that state law requires the City approve a resolution in support of the bonding request with the state. <br />MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-74 . Council <br />Member Bloyer seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 4-0. City Clerk Bell noted that Council Member Reeves wrote letter of support in approving the 2014 Levy and Budget. <br />III. ANIMAL ORDINANCE AMENDMENT INTRODUCTION City Clerk Bell provided overview of the proposed animal ordinance and the timeline staff would like to formally bring items to Council. It was explained that the purpose of the proposed amendments was to clarify the current regulation of animals in the city as well as increase the efficiency in administration. Clerk Bell pointed out the current animal code. He noted that chickens and bees require a minimum of 10 acres. Many metro cities are allowing chickens and bees on smaller lots. The City has received many similar requests in Lake Elmo. Mr. Bell noted that the livestock ordinance was being looked at for amendment in order to allow the keeping of chickens and bees on lots smaller than 10 acres. Council Member Bloyer said the type of proposal is exactly what he is asking for by submitting the proposal ahead of time and providing the old and proposed code language. The number of animals was discussed in regards to more rural properties. One option is doing it by zoning area. City Administrator Zuleger explained that the impetus for licensing is a public health and safety reason. It was noted the dangerous dog portions were kept intact. Staff thanked the Council for input and looks forward to more feedback on the proposal. Also discussed was the licensing of cats and nuisance barking. City Clerk Bell invited Council feedback on the proposed ordinance. <br />No formal action requested. <br />Mayor Pearson adjourned the meeting at 7:32 p.m. <br />LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL _______________________________________ ATTEST: Mike Pearson, Mayor ______________________________________ Adam R. Bell, City Clerk