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Mounds View City Council January 7, 2002 Special Meeting Page 7 • date there should not be an issue. She then commented that the position is completely different from the previous position held by the employee. Council Member Stigney asked if the position had been advertised. Assistant City Administrator Reed indicated that the City had not advertised for the position as it was the intent to handle this position in the same way other positions were handled earlier in 2001 whereby Council approves the position and Staff is responsible for filling the position. Council Member Stigney commented that it seems that Staff already has someone in mind for the position. He then asked if Staff would be advertising for the position. Assistant City Administrator Reed indicated she had received the information from the Parks Foreman who had told her that he would like this individual for this particular position because the person has the experience and training needed for this position. Council Member Stigney commented that this seemed to be slightly askew from the normal procedure but said, since the job ends in February, he does not have an issue with it. Assistant City Administrator Reed indicated she was not sure to what extent Parks has advertised seasonal positions in the past but said she is aware that one of the goals has been to use some of the same individuals, if possible, to keep training costs down. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Thomas. To Approve Consent Agenda Items 7A, B, C, D, G, I, J, and K as Presented. Council Member Marty commented that Mr. Hansen's explanation of just and correct claims was very good. He also indicated he liked both formats that were provided but prefers the third format. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Consideration of an Appeal of the Planning Commission Denial of a Variance Requested by Harstad Companies Regarding the Proposed Longview Estates Major Subdivision, Planning Case VRO1-010. Community Development Director Ericson explained that this item was on Council's agenda on December 10, 2001 for a public hearing. He then indicated that there was significant discussion, • and a vote taken that resulted in a two to two tie.