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something, and there is nothing that can prove it, it is slanderous. Attorney Sivertson said what he is doing is making the allegation as alleged in the complaint. The motion before you is to terminate my client. There is no credibility backing up that recommendation. It is another act of retaliation. And then you look at the background of Mr. Dillerud and his investigation of the e-mail from Mr. Bouthilet, there is no credibility because he himself is not forthright. Mayor Hunt explained there is nothing on the table concerning an e- mail. Mr. Sivertson said this is one of the bases for Dillerud terminating his client is the alleged confrontation between Buckles and Bouthilet with Mike Bouthilet sending an e- mail to Buckles that is threatening. Mr. Sivertson said the City should have the documentation of allegations here and handed out info. Mayor Hunt stated as requested we have heard from Mr. Buckles attorney concerning this action and asked what the city attorneys recommendation for any action from the council. City Attorney Miller stated at this point Mr. Buckles has responded in respect to the items and that the Council should entertain a motion whether to accept or reject the recommendation of the Acting Administrator based on Findings of Fact laid out to support action by the Acting City Administrator based on the documentation and comments he has provided. M/S/P Dunn/Johnston — for the City to permanently terminate Michael Buckles from City Employment effective at the close of business on March 28, 2003, as recommended by the Acting City Administrator and the findings of fact incorporated by the memo from Mr. Dillerud dated March 20, 2003 and based on the documentation and comments of the Acting City Administrator provided at the March 27, 2003 meeting. (Motion passed 5-0). Mike Buckles thanked the Council for the opportunity to serve the city and handed in his keys. 3. Madden Report/Administrator Kueffner According to the Acting Administrator, Ms. Kueffner had requested a hearing, was notified of this meeting, but she was not in attendance. Mayor Hunt noted the Council expects to receive the Madden Report by April 15 and asked the Council if it would like to continue Ms. Kueffner's paid leave of absence until the Madden Report has been received or until she can make alternate arrangements for her Hearing. Council member DeLapp explained the fact that Ms. Kueffner chose not to respond, that this issue has nothing to do with her termination, and he would approve the termination date of March 28tn Council member Dunn wanted to reinstate Mary Iueffner as a full time employee of Lake Elmo, perhaps as a Special Projects Coordinator, because she is a valued asset to the city and really cares about the city. MIS Dunn/Johnston - to immediately reinstate Mary Kueffner as a full time employee as a Special Projects coordinator at the present salary LAKE ELMO SPECIAL COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 27, 2003 4