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LAKE .ELMO CITYI'GOUNCIL'"MINUTES 9-4-84 PAGE "1'i The new law provides that County Commissiopers must s 1 ct watershed district managers from a list of nominees 'submitted Toiently or severally", by the municipalities that are wholly or partially in the watershed district. Such a list must be submitted to the County at least sixty days prior to the expiration of the term of office of a manager. If no list is sumbitted, the County Board will then proceed. to appoint a manager through its open appointments process. Dunn asked if any other area residents have expressed an interest in appointment to this board. The Administrator stated that the vacancies have been noted in the City Newsletter, but there have been no inquiries. Eder stated he would not like to see a term go on for too long. i would, however, like to see Mr. Dornfeld continue on thru the 509 Program, but would like to see him relinquish the presidency. Morgan stated he has expressed his concerns that the watershed district has been going on for years and years, and is not very anxious to support either Mr. Murray or Mr. Dornfeld. Dunn concurs with Morgan - does not feel strong towards either Mr. Murray or Mr. Dornfeld. Fraser stated she has been favorably impressed with Mr. Murray. He has often been a useful go-between - taking things the Council has said and bringing them to the VBWD. M/S/P Mazzara/Eder - To recommend to Washington County the reappointment of Dick Murray and Allen Dornfeld to the Valley Branch Watershed District. (Motion carried 3-0-2 <Dunn, Morgan>). B. Addition to list of judges for 1984 primary and general elections. The administrator advised the council that one previously approved election judge in Precinct II (Marcie Eichens) is unable to work either the primary or general election and recommended appointment of Phyllis Cram as replacement to this position. He further requested approval of one additional altnernate judge, Donna Herman for Precinct II. M/S/P Dunn/Morgan - To appoint Phyllis Cram, 8251 Deer Pond Court, Lake Elmo, as a replacement for the previously appointed election judge, Marcie Eichens, for the 1984 primary and general elections in Precinct II; and to appoint Donna Herman, 7990 Hudson Blvd., as an alternate election judge in Precinct II. (Motion carried 5-0). C. Update on Durrand application. The Administrator reviewed the letter from the City Attorney which indicates that the only way a final determination can be made regarding the ownership of the road is for the property owner to bring a proceeding in District Court, called a Proceeding Subsequent. As a result of bringing of such a proceeding the Washington County Examiner of Titles Office would render an Opinion and make a recommendation to