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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 15, 2014 <br />Page 2 of 6 <br /> <br />Mark Citsay, 12108 Marquess Lane North. Representing the Carriage Station Homeowner Association, he spoke about the recent parking issues in the neighborhood. It has become a safety issue. He asked the <br />Council for guidance. Clerk Bell explained the current parking ordinance. Vehicles are only required to be moved every 48 hours. City Attorney Snyder recommended that a staff member or council liaison can provide information to the association on how to address the issue as the first step before taking any more <br />severe action. <br />Library Director Linda Orsted spoke on library activities: Upcoming Library volunteer reception; e-book <br />service use is growing; card issuance is increasing; many electronic resources that are no longer available from <br />the county are available on the city library website; just completed the first Speak Your Peace discussion on book Civility. <br />PROCLAMATION – Arbor Day Proclamation <br />Mayor Pearson read the proclamation proclaiming April 25th, 2014, as Arbor Day. <br />PRESENTATION <br />Paul Burns gave presentation on Met Co Livable Communities Program. The Livable Communities Act (MS § 473.25) provides grants for compliance with set standards. Mr. Burns explained the process and <br />requirements to participate. Mr. Burns stated that the City has already met with many of the requirements. <br />Mr. Burns presented several examples of surrounding development projects that received grants. The source of the grant funding was also explained. <br />CONSENT AGENDA <br />2. Approve Payment of Disbursements and Payroll <br />3. Accept Financial Report dated March 31, 2014 <br />4. Accept Building Report dated March 31, 2014 <br />5. Accept City Assessor report dated March 31, 2014 6. Approve City Facility Use Policy <br />Council Member Bloyer pulled Item 6 for discussion. <br />MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. <br />Council Member Nelson noted that the new assessor has submitted some of his resident responses to the <br />finance committee. He is very pleased with the choice so far. <br />ITEM 6: APPROVE CITY FACILITY USE POLICY <br />City Clerk Bell explained that the city facilities use policy had not been updated since 1982. Due to the recent <br />attempt to use city hall for unauthorized commercial use by a third party, it is appropriate to approve a new <br />and updated policy for staff to follow. He noted that there are private facilities in the city that are better suited <br />for commercial events. Council Member Reeves asked how often the city facilities are reserved by outside <br />groups. Clerk Bell stated that about 5-6 reservations are made per month. <br />Mayor Pearson commended staff for handling the recent issue quickly and appropriately. <br />MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE THE CITY FACILITIES USE POLICY. Council Member Bloyer seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. <br />OLD BUSINESS <br />ITEM 7: 2014 SEAL COAT PROJECT – APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND <br />AUTHORIZE AD FOR BIDS; RESOLUTION NO. 2014-20 <br />City Engineer Griffin explained the background and provided an update on the need of the higher amount <br />than initially budgeted. Going forward the city will plan on a $160,000 annual average cost. City