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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES <br /> August 18, 2015 <br /> <br /> <br />Page 5 of 6 <br /> <br />Councilmember Fliflet noted that the Finance Committee discussed using a contract inspector in <br />place of adding an additional full time inspector. Councilmember Bloyer stated that contract <br />inspectors are difficult to find and won’t be able to perform the same tasks as a full time staff <br />inspector who is more familiar with city nuances. Councilmember Fliflet, seconded by councilmember smith, moved TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ADVERTISE, RECRUIT, INTERVIEW AND PRESENT FOR <br />EMPLOYMENT AN ADDITIONAL CONTRACT BUILDING INSPECTOR. <br /> Mayor Pearson stated that the guideline set for hiring an additional inspector has been met and the revenue will be there to support the cost. Pearson stressed that the building department <br />provides an important service to residents. <br /> <br />MOTION PASSED 3 – 2. (Pearson/Bloyer – Nay) <br /> ITEM 18: DOG PARK Councilmember Lundgren presented her proposal for a dog park on city property adjacent to the <br />west side of Sunfish Lake Park. The proposal was presented to the Parks Commission at the <br />August 17, 2015 meeting with Commissioners in favor of the project. Councilmember Lundgren stated that she will continue to work with the Parks Commission to finalize plans for a dog park. <br />ITEM 23: PROJECTED CITY GROWTH ANALYSIS <br />Community Development Director Klatt presented maps he prepared and reviewed the data on <br />potential future development. Finance Director Bendel reviewed data comparing projected resident numbers to Met Council target numbers. Discussion was held concerning people per household calculations and future development potential. <br /> <br />ITEM 24: OLD VILLAGE WORK GROUP MEMBERSHIP <br />Mayor Pearson encouraged the City Council to consider including others requesting membership in the Old Village Work Group. Discussion was held concerning the current group and the possibility of adding additional members. <br /> <br />Councilmember Bloyer, seconded by Mayor Pearson, moved THAT THE OLD VILLAGE <br />WORK GROUP BE REQUIRED TO HAVE THREE CITIZENS SERVING WHO RESIDE IN THE OLD VILLAGE <br />Councilmember Fliflet stated she prefers and environment where everyone is welcome versus <br />choosing three new members to join the group. Councilmember Bloyer stated there are no <br />members of the group who reside in the Old Village. MOTION FAILED 2 -3. (Fliflet, Smith, Lundgren – Nay) <br />STAFF REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS <br />Interim City Administrator Schroeder: Met with Washington County staff and Trust for Public Lands to discuss Tartan Park, attended Gateway Corridor meeting in Woodbury, City Planner position has been posted, attended County realignment meeting and Library Board <br />meeting.