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City Council Meeting Minutes July 27, 1999 • Page 4 1 alternative rock bands. He noted the event was the most entertaining he had ever attended, and 2 was a tribute to the youth of the community. 3 Cavanaugh stated that plans for VillageFest are progressing. He added that, in connection with 4 the planned scavenger hunt, Councilmembers should wear their identification badges as 5 obtaining their signatures is part of the hunt. He noted that residents interested in being in the 6 parade are welcome, as well as donations for the silent auction which is a big source of revenue 7 for the event. 8 Faust reported on his attendance at a recent legislative policy committee meeting with the League 9 of Minnesota Cities, and the generation of fiscal futures policies for next year was discussed. 10 Faust noted the recent City newsletter was excellent and informative, including sections from all 11 departments. He commended employees from every department for their effort and energy in 12 disseminating the information to the population. He thanked each department for their efforts in 13 producing this valuable tool, and encouraged residents to contact City Hall if they had not 14 received a copy. 15 C. Mayor. • 16 Ranallo stated he had nothing to report. 17 D. City Manager. 18 Mornson stated a meeting to commence development of the City budget for fiscal year 2000 will 19 be held next Wednesday, August 4, 1999. 20 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None. 21 IX. NEW BUSINESS. 22 A. Resolution 99-051, re: Approve acquisition of 2700, 2704 and 2709 Pahl Avenue by 23 Eminent Domain. 24 Ranallo welcomed Peter Willenbring, WSB, Inc., and invited him to address the Council. Mr. 25 Willenbring stated the resolution involving the condemnation of 3 homes is part of Citywide 26 efforts to address flooding issues. He added the stormwater plan has been developed to address 27 flooding problems in the City, and provide 100 year flood protection to its residents. 28 Mr. Willenbring noted, as part of the implementation of that plan, construction of storm water 29 storage areas is necessary. He stated these storage areas can be constructed in parks and 30 backyard areas, but are also required in areas where no open space for provision of storage exists 31 and structures are present. 32 Mr. Willenbring stated the area at Pahl Avenue, Wilson Street and St. Anthony Boulevard has • 33 experienced significant flooding problems, and 5 acre feet of flood protection is required in this