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Mounds View City Council August 22, 2005 Regular Meeting Page 31 it warranted a stoplight. Commissioner Wiesner indicated that since school starts in several weeks, she would get right on it. Mayor Marty stated Commissioner Bennett explained it was removed from the budget because of cuts. He stated he spoke with both Commissioners about putting the signals in with TIF pool funds, noting an expenditure is needed for TIF funds. He stated Ramsey County could then reimburse Mounds View in the next several years. Mayor Marty stated it would be good to send them this resolution since they have a meeting tomorrow night. He stated he also talked with the New Brighton Mayor who indicated they would send a letter since they share County Road H. MOTION/SECOND. Marty/Thomas. To waive the reading and adopt Resolution 6604 Requesting that Ramsey County Install a Signalized Intersection at Silver Lake Road and County Road H. Councilmember Thomas noted this is only to request the signal. Mayor Marty stated this will bring it into the County's "radar screen" and asked City Administrator Ulrich to contact Commissioner Wiesner or Bennett to see if a resolution and agreement can be reached with Ramsey County. Public Works Director Lee stated in discussion with Ramsey County staff it was decided that they would be the lead agency and do construction administration but Mounds View would do • the financing. Mayor Marry stated that is correct. Mayor Marty stated he also talked with them about possible assistance with the trailway along Silver Lake Road and Commissioner Bennett said Congressman Oberstar got federal funding of $25 million for trailways. Public Works Director Lee will look into that since Mounds View may qualify for matching trailways. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried. J. Consider Response to Innovative Images Letter of August 8, 2005 City Administrator Ulrich reported that in March of 2001, Mr. Linke requested an answer from the City Council by September 5, 2005. He explained the City Attorney has indicated the Council can discuss this matter in executive session since it deals with a threatened law suit. Robert Alsop, attorney with Kennedy & Graven, stated they looked at whether this is the type of issue that can go to closed session. He stated courts will generally look at competing principles, attorney client privilege, and the open meeting law. In reviewing this case and the issues before the Council, it was determined it is the type of issue that can go to closed session. Mr. Alsop stated the discussion would be limited to the litigation, settlement demand, and acts of the Council in the past. • Mayor Marty stated litigation has not been filed.