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The Council did not want to get involved with a retainer. They requested the following specific information from Attorney Dayton: (1) what steps should now be taken in the fight against the pxlandfill siting at the Labe Arno Regional,Paxk,Resgrve-and,*,hen they should be acted upon; (k w at the'nrobat lity of succeSs-is'goin`g`"totbe; and (3) estimate how much each might cost. (Amended 5-3-88) City Attorney Knaak contacted Dayton's office and they have told the City what the options are in a letter. They have not addressed the cost, but are aware of our concerns. Knaak's understanding is Dayton is suggesting waiting until the EIS is completed and then attacking it. Knaak feels this is very sound. Knaak suggested asking Dayton if he would wish to continue representing the City in this matter and the nature and amount of any retainer he would require to continue to serve as the City's counselor. M/S/P Graves/Johnson - to direct the City Attorney to write a letter to Attorney Charles Dayton requesting a short proposal for workl'that is necessary to maintain the City's position in this matter at this time through the scoping process and if Mr. Dayton would wish to continue representing the City on this matter, in particular, the nature and amount of any retainer he would require to continue serving as the City's counselor during this period. (Motion carried 4-0). 6. Downs Lake Estates - Final Plat Bruce Folz presented the Final Plat for Downs Lake Estates and explained the proposed plat was in accordance with the preliminary plat that was approved by the City Council and with the City Code requirements for final platting. No variances were required and the barn and shed have been removed. M/S/P Graves/Johnson - to adopt Resolution 88-19 approving the final plat of Downs Lake Estates contingent upon the following: (1) that applicant pay a park dedication fee of $250 for the newly created lot; (2) that the applicant pay all costs incurred in reviewing this plat; (3) that the applicant record this final plat within 120 days of approval. (Motion carried 4-0). 7. PUBLIC HEARING - Reporting Card System Acting Mayor Rose Armstrong opened up the public hearing at 7::33 p.m. in the City Council chambers. Planning Commission Chairman Steve DeLapp stated the Reporting Card System was a good idea and this would teach septic system owners the proper methods of taking care of their systems. Harry Besch, 9521 Stillwater Blvd N., asked if the City Council believed the entire city should be pumped because he agreed they should be pumped. Armstrong closed the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Councilman Graves stated it was unfortunate the City had to become involved, but because of the health and welfare of the community being endangered because of failing septic systems he would support this. Councilman Johnson stated, based on his experience of being a realtor, he has found people are uneducated about maintaining their septic