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Mounds View City Council September 11, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 7 None. 9. RESIDENTS REQUESTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR Dan Lamm of 2305 Sherwood Road said on July 17, 2000 he and other residents affected by the ponding issue attempted to attend a work session meeting where Rice Creek Watershed officials discussed the ponding issue and gave a presentation to the Council but they had an incorrect time and arrived as the meeting was ending. Mr. Lamm noted some of the residents were talking with Rice Creek Watershed officials regarding their willingness to discuss and provide information on the ponding issue and agreed to schedule a meeting between the residents involved and Rice Creek Watershed officials. Mr. Lamm noted Interim City Administrator Ulrich questioned the legalities of an unofficial meeting and no meeting was ever scheduled. Mr. Lamm inquired as to if an informal meeting would have been illegal. City Attorney Long indicated if official business is being conducted and a quorum of the body is present, then proper notice of the meeting must be given. He indicated it was a slightly gray area but in his opinion any meeting containing discussions that could potentially lead to decision making at the Council level could be considered illegal and in violation of the open meeting law and as such he would recommend that a private meeting not take place. Mayor Coughlin noted work sessions always start at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Coughlin explained the liaison appointed by the Council is willing and trying to set up a time to replay the video of the meeting in its entirety for the residents. Mr. Lamm explained the residents reached an agreement with Interim City Administrator and the Rice Creek Watershed officials to hold a meeting and the residents would like that meeting scheduled. He then noted there has been nothing but confusion and misinformation surrounding the ponding issue and requested the matter be clarified. Mayor Coughlin stated as soon as the City received information from Rice Creek, a plan would be drafted and the residents would be able to ask questions and give input. Mayor Coughlin said that he is not “married” to the project and if the residents are opposed he would not be in favor of moving forward with the project. Mr. Lamm said the residents want more information to be able to address the Council before there is a plan. Mayor Coughlin indicated his willingness to help facilitate a meeting between the residents and the Rice Creek Watershed officials to present the information that was presented to the Council. Mr. Lamm noted the resident’s dissatisfaction with the liaison due to the fact he has not provided information as to who is on the mailing list and access to the tape as requested.