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She did not want to see a single lapse in judgment cost her, her Council seat or other volunteer positions. She noted she was not a perfect person and was deeply saddened by this situation. She stated this was Mounds View, her community, and she was greatly disappointed that the relationship between two neighbors has become such a public and disgruntled matter. She encouraged the neighbors to move forward from this point and begin rebuilding their relationship. She apologized to everyone in the community for this issue getting to this point. She stated at this time, she could not support removing Mr. Rundle from his position for littering, which was the only substantial part of the discussion. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To discontinue action regarding the Status of Planning Commission Member Gary Rundle. Council Member Hull encouraged both parties to move on from this situation and begin healing. Council Member Mueller understood that Ms. Smith was feeling harassed at this point. She encouraged her to take the necessary steps in the future if she was feeling unsafe. If a crime was being committed, she should contact the Mounds View Police Department. At this point, however, the Council was not going to be policing this situation between neighbors. Ms. Smith stated she would be moving on from this situation. Her concern was with the character and integrity of Mr. Rundle, considering the harassment she received over a three-month period. She expressed concern with allowing Mr. Rundle to continue in his position given the facts in this case. Mayor Flaherty understood the facts of the case in that Mr. Rundle was charged with littering and not with harassment. He commented it was a shame that this matter had to be brought to the Council. He encouraged neighbors in the future to work through these issues together so they do not become public issues. He hoped the Rundles and Ms. Smith would begin to mend the broken relationships. Ms. Smith thanked the Council for hearing her case and for their time this evening. She understood the final decision would rest with the Council. Council Member Stigney commented it was a shame this matter has progressed this far. He stated the legalities of just cause would not allow the Council to move forward with this matter. He understood the concerns of both parties and encouraged them to work together going forward. Council Member Gunn agreed, stating she hoped the neighbors would find a way to get along to bring peace back to the neighborhood. She indicated this event was affecting not only these two parties, but the City of Mounds View and the surrounding community. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Resolution 7993, a Resolution Authorizing an Administrative Penalty to CVS Pharmacy, located at 2800 County Road 10, for Violation of Chapter 512 of the Mounds View City Code.