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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 4, 1988 PAGE 2 t" Dan handed out for the Council's consideration a draft of the proposed referendum ballot, a general information brochure and a referendum action item schedule. Councilman Graves asked that the coverletter be more concise and direct. Councilman Johnson expressed his concern on using the entire content of the written letter and asked if approval was given by the author to use excerpts of her letter. Novak responded that they have not, as yet, received approval. Johnson asked the Committee to make sure their writing was factual and there was no legal ramifications. Councilwoman Armstrong suggested the following wording be added in the cover letter: "expend funds in an amount up to $50,000 in each of the years, 1989 through 1992" and add "one of the ways" in which to oppose this dump. In the sample ballot, the Council suggested adding: "If the landfill is defeated without expenditure of funds, prior to collection of these funds the City will not continue to collect them." M/S/P Johnson/Graves - to approve the Sample Ballot of the Landfill Referendum and the entire informational packet; subject to inclusion of "expend funds in an amount up to $50,000 in each of the years, 1989 through 1992" and "one of the ways" in which to oppose the dump in the coverletter and also add a paragraph in the Sample Ballot stating "once the process is stopped, the money will no longer be collected". (Motion carried 5-0). Since this is a City referendum, REAPP felt it would be appropriate for the City to host the informational meeting scheduled for October 30th, 7:30 p.m., at City Hall. REAPP will assist in any way they can and will be ready to answer questions. M/S/P Armstrong/Graves - to approve the City General Informational meeting on Sunday, October 30t.h, 7:30 p.m. held at the City Council chambers to discuss the landfill referendum. (Motion carried 5-0). Councilman Graves informed the Council that he has a business trip scheduled, but not confirmed, at this time. Congratulations were extended to two REAPP members, Rita Conlin and Margaret. Carlson, for receiving a Certificate of Achievement from the Governor. (Community Access Month) for their performance in Programming on Civic Issues (landfill video presented by REAPP at the County Fair). Co -Chairman Todd Williams offered the Certificate to the Council to be displayed in City Hall.. 5. ADOPTION OF 1989 BUDGET: Resolution No. 88-45 At the September 20th meeting, the Council directed the Finance Director to increase the building permits revenue to balance the budget to allow for an increase in the Administrator's salary.