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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes • January 23, 2001 Page 13 1 Planning Commissioner Hanson stated they look forward to a joint session with the City 2 Council. 3 Mayor Cavanaugh stated his support for the Planning Commission's goals for 2001. 4 XI. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBERS. 5 City Manager's report: 6 City Manager Michael Morrison noted the Council has indicated a desire to schedule a study 7 session each month, however, some City business may need to be addressed at the study session. 8 He reviewed the types of issues that will be discussed at the study sessions which will be 9 broadcast and meeting minutes recorded. 10 Morrison noted that a 4/5ths vote is required for a conditional use permit so that activity could 11 not occur at the February 27, 2001 meeting since two members have indicated they will be 12 absent. Planning Commissioner Hanson stated he thinks the fitness center could continue without a 41 concept review. 15 Sparks advised that the Middle Mississippi Water Management Organization is proceeding to the 16 Legislature to see if they can levy within the subwatershed. If that is not successful, they plan to 17 issue a levy and guarantee any money generated from St. Anthony will be spent on projects 18 within St. Anthony. 19 Sparks announced the Kiwanis meeting to be held tomorrow at the Stonehouse where Mayor 20 Cavanaugh will talk about the State of the City. 21 Sparks announced the receipt of a$5,000 grant to offer enrichment classes at Wilshire Park. 22 Sparks advised that at the Community Prevention Coalition meeting last week, it was indicated 23 there will be a new target market, a grassroots organization of young people working against the 24 cigarette industry. 25 Sparks stated the Girl Scouts are selling cookies and encouraged all to purchase from them. 26 Mayor Cavanaugh stated he received a call from the Chair of VillageFest who was wondering 27 where it can occur this year since the park will be under construction. He stated he suggested a 8 meeting be held to discuss what can be done this year. 30 XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. 31 This item was considered earlier in the meeting.