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Mounds View City Council March 10, 2008 Regular Meeting Page 11 Mayor Marty said that he takes great pride in this City and the Mayor position. He then said that he stands behind his decisions and his actions, and would like the opportunity to discuss with anyone who feels otherwise. Mayor Marty indicated that the Council could respond by writing a letter to the editor. However, it may not be best to do so, since that could cause the issue to continue. He then asked the person to call him to discuss things rather than using the papers to make a bad situation "dumber". Council Member Flaherty indicated that he was going to, personally, address this with a letter to the editor. He then said that the information went out to the residents of many communities and that is the only impression that residents have of this Council. He further said that he would like to address these allegations to make sure that residents have the real information. Council Member Stigney agreed with Council Member Flaherty and said that, if he wants to respond, he should do so. He also agreed to support the letter, provided it has the accurate information. Council Member Mueller said that the saddest part about this letter is that it is inaccurate and divisive. Mayor Marty indicated that he and Mr. Ericson attended a transit update meeting. He then said • that there will be more information provided to the Mayor's and City Administrators group on alternatives for Care-A-Van that is no longer in business. Council Member Mueller reported that the 50th Anniversary Committee is looking for recipes. The book will be sold during Festival in the Park. Please bring recipes to City Hall or email them. The deadline to submit Council Member Mueller indicated that last week Chief Sommer went over the City Emergency Management Plan and she felt the training was well done. Council Member Mueller indicated that the website www.journeysafe.com has safety tips for teenage drivers. She then provided safety and statistical information for Council. Mayor Marty noted that there is an executive session this coming weekend. There is a department head/council retreat at Random Park this weekend and it is open to the public. B. Reports of Staff Interim Clerk Administrator Ericson asked if the Council wants to set up a development roundtable to discuss economic development. Mayor Marty asked to start at 5:30 p.m. for the next EDA meeting and have the round table discussion at that meeting. Mayor Marty said he would be willing to consider asix-month moratorium to allow time for the City and the developer to look at this together to see what can be done.