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Mr. Bloyer noted that there has been a 3rd party investigation, but the report has not been finalized. Mr. Snyder confirmed that the report will be public when complete. Jean Olinger, 9057 Lake Jane Trail, asserted that some council members are not listening. They are hearing, but not listening. She explained the difference. Asked Council to listen to the people. Jess Hartley, 10010 Tapestry Road, will not tolerate the disrespectful behavior by Council Member Smith. He is concerned about previous restrictions on Ms. Smith being lifted. He called for Council Members Smith, Fliflet, and Lundgren to resign. Dave Moore, 8680 Stillwater Blvd, questioned actions taken by new majority since taking office. He asked why the 3rd party report is not available now. Mr. Bloyer stated that the investigator has been dismissed. Mr. Moore asked about open meeting law violations. Mr. Snyder explained that the investigator was relieved of her duties as she went beyond what was requested of her. Steven Webber, 5577 Lake Elmo Ave, spoke about his interactions with Council Member Smith. He called for an independent council investigation and for Council Member Smith to resign. Pam Hartley, 10010 Tapestry Rd, supports Mr. Zuleger and staff. She called for Council Member Smith to resign. She also called for Council Member Fliflet and Lundgren to resign immediately. She asserted that there have been Open Meeting Law violations. Council Member Lundgren clarified that any conversations that took place were prior to taking office. The allegations of OML violations were discussed. Bruce Weeks, 1446 Lake Elmo Ave, is disappointed in the public’s behavior towards Council. Mr. Bloyer defended the public’s right to question their elected officials. Pat Dean, 8028 Hill Trail, appreciates everyone coming out to participate. He wants city to move forward. He suggested that some business people work with Council on how to be a better operating group. Jeff Stanway, 455 Lake Jane Trail, voiced his concern that the business community has had too much focus. He wants the residents to receive greater consideration. He said that there is one Lake Elmo that includes everyone. If there have been issues with Ms. Smith, the previous council failed to address it. Mayor Pearson is hopeful that the Council has learned something throughout this process and that Mr. Zuleger accepts commitment offered. Mr. Bloyer believes that there is a cultural problem and wants to fix the organizational problems. Ms. Smith noted her passion. She has felt bullied the past two years with 4-1 votes. She noted that the Council is trying to move forward. Tamara Brown, 5385 Jamaca Ave, disappointed in Council reaction to public comments. Asked Council to not react the way they do. She expects a more professional response. Mara Crombie, 11090 32nd St, confused about the 3rd party investigation. Mr. Snyder explained that there was an outside review of employment matter. That outside party has been dismissed.