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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
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0 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
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5 February 12, 2002
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7 CALL TO ORDER.
8 Mayor Hodson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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10 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
11 Mayor Hodson invited the Council and audience to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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13 ROLL CALL.
14 Present: Mayor Hodson; Councilmembers Horst, Sparks, Thuesen, and Faust.
15 Absent: None.
16 Also Present: City Manager Mike Mornson; City Attorney Jerry Gilligan.
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18 CONSIDERATION,DISCUSSION,AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
19 ITEMS:
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21 I. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 12, 2002 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
22 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to approve the City Council Meeting Agenda of February 12,
23 2002.
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220 Motion carried unanimously.
27 H. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
28 None.
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30 III. COMMUNITY FORUM.
31 Mayor Hodson invited residents to come forward at this time and address the Council on items
32 that are not on the regular agenda.
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34 Hearing none, Mayor Hodson moved forward with the agenda.
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36 IV. CONSENT AGENDA.
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38 1. Consider January 22, 2002 Council meeting minutes.
39 2. Consider licenses and permits.
40 3. Consider payment of claims.
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42 Motion by Councilmember Faust to approve the Consent Agenda.
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44 Motion carried unanimously.
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46 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
1. Consideration of the following resolutions relating to the 2002 Street and Utility
0 Improvements Project.
49 Mayor Hodson opened the public hearing at 7:02 p.m.
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2 Mayor Hodson invited Todd Hubmer, WSB, to come forward and address the Council
3 regarding the 2002 Street and Utility Project. He reviewed the location of the
4 improvements:
5 • Wilson Street,between 30`h Avenue NE and 32nd Avenue NE
6 • Harding Street, between 30`h Avenue NE and 31"Avenue NE
7 • 31"Avenue NE, between Wilson Street and Silver Lake Road
8 • 32nd Avenue NE,between Edward Street and Belden Drive
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10 Hubmer explained that the installation of the flood sewer system would be the last phase
11 of the Flood Improvement project on the north side of the City of St. Anthony.
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13 Hubmer stated that the total project cost is $2.4 million. He stated that proposed funding
14 is:
15 • $309,100.93 assessed
16 • City of St. Anthony contribution- $1.1 million
17 • Minnesota Department of Natural Resources- $1,000,000
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19 Mayor Hodson welcomed the public to come forward with any comments regarding the
20 2002 Street and Utility Improvements; none came forward.
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0 Mayor Hodson closed the public hearing at 7:06 p.m.
24 Mayor Hodson thanked Hubmer for his information and update this evening.
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26 A. Resolution 02-023 —Adopting and confirming assessments.
27 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to approve Resolution 02-023, re: Adopting
28 and confirming assessments.
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30 Motion carried unanimously.
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32 B. Resolution 02-024—Awarding construction bid.
33 Motion by Councilmember Thuesen to approve Resolution 02-024, re: Awarding
34 construction bid.
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36 Motion carried unanimously.
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38 C. Resolutions 02-025 —Calling for sale of improvement bonds.
39 Motion by Councilmember Faust to approve Resolution 02-025, re: Calling for
40 sale of improvement bonds.
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42 Motion carried unanimously.
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• VI. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
2 1. Report on Northwest Quadrant redevelopment project (Jim Prosser, Ehlers &Associates,
3 will be present).
4 Jim Prosser came forward and reviewed the first 15 months of the Northwest Quadrant
5 Project with the Council. He indicated that guidelines of the framework for the bidding
6 process were determined a few months ago, and that three developers have submitted and
7 presented proposals for the redevelopment of the Northwest Quadrant.
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9 Prosser continued that, if the Council makes a decision tonight on which developer to
10 use, the next step would be to negotiate a preliminary development agreement. He
11 indicated that the next part of the process would likely take a minimum of six months.
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13 Prosser indicated that they were wrapping up the preliminary part of the project. He
14 commended the City on their efforts up to this point.
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16 Mayor Hodson thanked Prosser for his excellent work thus far on the project. He
17 indicated that the selection process that the Council and public were able to go through
18 was invaluable.
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20 Councilmember Sparks asked if Prosser felt that the City had the proper information on
21 the potential developers that would allow them to move forward comfortably. Prosser
stated that he did feel that they were in a good position to move forward primarily
16 because all three of the potential developers are clearly capable and reputable.
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25 Mayor Hodson turned the floor over to the Councilmembers and welcomed their
26 individual comments.
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28 Councilmember Faust stated that he had the opportunity to serve on the Northwest
29 Quadrant task force as a resident. He indicated that, at first thought, it seemed hasty to
30 make a decision on a developer this evening. He continued that the concept and need for
31 the Northwest Quadrant improvement went all the way back to the tornado that came
32 through town in 1984, indicating the great length of time that the Apache area has needed
33 attention.
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35 Councilmember Faust continued by stating his genuine awe at the three developers, and
36 their reputable work. Councilmember Faust stated that he was most comfortable with the
37 Pratt/Ordway team.
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39 Councilmember Thuesen also congratulated the three firms that were being considered
40 this evening. He continued that the tour that the City Council took around the City for
41 the purpose of viewing the work of the different developers was extremely helpful, and
42 filled with mostly positive feelings. Councilmember Thuesen also recommended that
43 they select the Pratt/Ordway team to develop the Northwest Quadrant.
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Councilmember Sparks reviewed what she felt were the strengths of each of the three
developers. Regarding the Pratt/Ordway team, she stated that she was especially pleased
47 with the work of Dominium in the housing area of development. Councilmember Sparks
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• also recommended that the City select the Pratt/Ordway team for the redevelopment
2 project.
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4 Councilmember Horst echoed the feelings of the Council thus far, pointing out the
5 positive qualities of each of the three developers. He added that he would not have any
6 problem going with any of the firms,but said he was in favor of going with the
7 Pratt/Ordway team and partners at this time, as well.
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9 Mayor Hodson stated that this was one of the few times that the Council has
10 overwhelmingly agreed on an issue.
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12 Mayor Hodson continued that the quality of the work of the Pratt/Ordway team, and the
13 ability to listen to what the residents were saying was what really impressed him.
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15 Mayor Hodson informed the Council and public that the road ahead of them was a
16 challenging one, and that it was extremely important that they maintain open lines of
17 communication.
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19 Motion by Councilmember Faust to approve Resolution 02-027,re: Approval of
20 Pratt/Ordway, LLC, Pratt Homes, Dominium Development&Acquisition, LLC, and
21 BKV Group, Inc. to be the firm to proceed to the preliminary development agreement for
16 the redevelopment of the Northwest Quadrant area of the City of St. Anthony.
24 Motion carried unanimously,
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26 Mayor Hodson called for a five-minute recess at 7:35 p.m.
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28 Mayor Hodson reconvened the meeting and introduced Len Pratt of Pratt/Ordway. Pratt
29 came forward and provided the Council with a brief history of the company. He
30 introduced John Ordway, his partner and friend of more than twenty years.
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32 The Dominium team came forward to greet the Council and assure them that they have
33 made an excellent decision in choosing the extensive Pratt/Ordway team. All present
34 were thrilled for the new partnership.
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36 The Council and team of Pratt/Ordway posed for a group photo before the Council
37 continued with the agenda.
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39 2. Presentation of Annual Liquor Report for 2001 (Mike Larson, Liquor Manager will be
40 resent).
41 Mike Larson came forward and stated that it was the first time that he has been invited to
42 give an annual report before the City Council, and thanked them for the opportunity to do
43 so.
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Larson continued with a review of the six-year history of net profits for St. Anthony
Village Liquor Operations. He indicated that there was a steady increase of net profits
47 for store numbers one and two over the last three years.
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2 Larson reviewed the category sales for the different stores:
3 • Store#1 had 47%of their sales from beer, and 28% of sales from liquor
4 i Store#2 had 40%of their sales from beer, and 32% of sales from liquor
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6 Larson reviewed where their customers are coming from. He highlighted that 15%of
7 their customers for the Stonehouse are coming to them for lunch, and then making a
8 purchase in the liquor store before they leave. However, store number two has only 5%
9 of their customers coming from other areas that do not border the City of St. Anthony.
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11 Larson indicated that they attribute their success to their product selection, an aggressive
12 advertising plan, competitive retail pricing, and a staff that goes the extra mile.
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14 Larson reviewed the status of the Stonehouse, highlighting a$3,000 decrease in sales, but
15 $5,000 saved on repairs and maintenance.
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17 Larson provided the Council with a recap of 2001 activities which included the
18 Villagefest"Kick-off party in the parking lot", the Stonehouse golf tournament and"Pig
19 Skin Pick's"contest. He also highlighted the numerous wine tastings which earned them
20 the award for"Best Wine Selection" in the annual "Reader's Choice Awards"held by the
21 Lillie Suburban Newspaper in 2000 and 2001.
0 Larson indicated that goals for 2002 consisted of improving the beer and wine selections,
24 installing a camera system for the operation, continue staff product information and
25 customer service training,re-design store layout at both stores, attempt to defeat the Wine
26 and Grocery Store Bill, and attain a faster credit card processing system.
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28 Councilmember Thuesen thanked Larson for his succinct presentation. He indicated that
29 he always suspected that the two liquor stores had very different customer-bases, as was
30 illustrated by Larson this evening.
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32 Councilmember Faust commended Larson and his staff on their successes.
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34 Councilmember Sparks asked when the majority of food is sold at the Stonehouse.
35 Larson indicated that the lunch hour is where they sell the most of their food.
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37 Mayor Hodson thanked Larson for his outstanding presentation, and his staff for their
38 success, dedication and hard work.
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40 VII. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
41 1. Resolution 02-026—Approving Amendment to Standing Rules for Conduct of City
42 Council Meetings.
43 Councilmember Sparks stated that she opposed two of the rules that were proposed to be
deleted: "This privilege is also extended to those members of the audience who wish to
16 provide input. The Mayor may rule out any input felt to be redundant, superfluous or
46 irrelevant." Councilmember Sparks stated that she felt that the effect was to decrease the
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• chance for residents to fully participate in the City Council discussions, and, thus,
2 opposed this change.
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4 The second proposed rule deletion: "No public hearing will be extended beyond 10:00
5 p.m." Councilmember Sparks stated that she felt that public hearings should be cut off at
6 10:00 p.m. and reconvened, if necessary.
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8 Councilmember Horst stated that there was a time and a place for a forum and for a
9 discussion. He added that, eventually, it was up to the elected officials. He concluded
10 that the intent was not to cut off all public input, but to leave Council discussion to the
11 Councilmembers.
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13 Councilmember Thuesen felt that removing the first issue mentioned above, would not
14 limit public input.
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16 Councilmember Faust stated that he does not see how removing public input from"open
17 discussion"in the rules would not hinder any of the process, and was not in favor of
18 keeping it in the rules. He added that he was in favor of striking the second issue that
19 was mentioned by Councilmember Sparks, limiting public hearings to 10:00 p.m.
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21 Mayor Hodson indicated that he supported the modifications of the rules as they are, and
6 suggested that go forward with the resolution.
24 Councilmember Sparks reiterated her concern over striking a provision that encourages
25 the members of the audience to speak.
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27 Mayor re-read the first paragraph of the Process portion of the rules. He stated that his
28 concern was over interruption of a procedure, and stated he felt it was in their best
29 interest to approve the rules with the suggested corrections.
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31 Councilmember Thuesen concurred with Mayor Hodson.
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33 Councilmember Sparks noted that she was clearly out-voted,but stood by her suggested
34 changes.
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36 Councilmember Sparks also noted that approving this resolution included the addition of
37 seconds on all motions.
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39 Motion by Councilmember Thuesen to adopt Resolution 02-026, re: Approving
40 Amendment to Standing Rules for Conduct of City Council Meetings.
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42 Motion carried 4-1, Councilmember Sparks opposed.
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• VIII. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBERS.
2 Mike Mornson provided the Council with several updates from past meetings. He indicated that
3 under the Governor's proposed cuts on Local Government Aid (LGA),the City of St. Anthony
4 could expect a$150,219 cut in 2002 and a$55,254 cut in 2003.
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6 Mornson referred to the summary of volunteer dinner responses and asked if the Council wished
7 to discuss it this evening.
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9 Councilmember Horst stated that he would be in favor of holding the volunteer dinner.
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11 Councilmember Thuesen stated that he was in favor of going forward with the volunteer dinner.
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13 Councilmember Faust also said he was in favor of holding the volunteer dinner.
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15 Mayor Hodson indicated that he would also like to proceed with the dinner.
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17 Mornson stated that the dinner would be held on Friday, April 26, 2002. He added that he would
18 like to have Councilmember Sparks help City Clerk Connie Kroeplin in lining up keynote
19 speakers.
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21 Mornson stated that they have received four applicants for the southwest task force,but added
that they will not comprise a task force at this time. He stated that he would inform the four
persons who responded by letter.
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25 Mornson stated that Dr. Carr was no longer the City's Health Inspector. He stated that they
26 would be presenting him with a plaque for his forty years of volunteer services at the March 12,
27 2002 City Council meeting.
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29 Mornson stated that he and Sue Henry met with the candle manufacturing company. The candle
30 manufacturer indicated that they would like to re-apply at the March 19, 2002 Planning
31 Commission meeting for an extension on their conditional use permit for the purpose of making
32 an improvement to the exhaust system to reduce,not eliminate, the odor. Mornson indicated that
33 Levitus felt that he could not invest the money in the facility until he has permanency to the
34 issue.
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36 Mornson indicated that they are very close to settling on the Fire Department contract, and would
37 present the contract to the Council as soon as it was settled upon.
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39 Mornson highlighted Mike Larson's performance as Liquor Operations Manager.
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41 Mornson congratulated the City Council on their 5-0 decision on selecting a developer this
42 evening.
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44 Councilmember Faust highlighted some of the recent accomplishments of the City Council
is including the area of flood mitigation. He added that Mayor Hodson and himself had a very
40 successful meeting with Representative McGuire regarding the Three Rivers Regional Park, and
47 transportation funding.
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2 Councilmember Thuesen discussed the potential ECFE cuts. He indicated that he had put a copy
3 of the Governor's proposal to cut ECFE programs in each of the Councilmembers boxes. He
4 also corrected himself and stated that ECFE would not be eliminated,but there would be
5 financial pressures and programming issues.
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7 Councilmember Sparks stated that she has received complaints on the replay of the City Council
8 meetings. Mornson indicated that he was aware of the problems and that they were being
9 worked on as they speak.
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11 Councilmember Horst indicated that he attended the Community Services Board Meeting last
12 week. He stated that issues with the School Board are similar to those of the residents regarding
13 the impact of the Northwest Quadrant redevelopment on the schools.
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15 Mayor Hodson clarified that the decrease in St. Anthony resident students would not be seen
16 until 2005.
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18 Mayor Hodson indicated that Coffee with the Mayor and City Council was a success this past
19 weekend. He added that residents indicated that the Governor should receive an invitation. He
20 added that the next"Coffee with the Mayor"will be held on March 2, 2002.
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Councilmember Faust stated that there is a constituency out there for those in favor of keeping
io the ECFE program alive, and that residents should e-mail Senator Marty and Representative Mc
24 Guire. He also recommended that everyone read the article in the League of Minnesota City
25 Monthly Magazine regarding restoring trust in government.
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27 IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
28 None.
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30 X. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATIONAL DOCUMENTS.
31 None.
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33 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
34 Motion by Councilmember Sparks, second by Councilmember Horst, to adjourn the meeting at
35 8:57 p.m.
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37 Motion carried unanimously.
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39 Respectfully submitted,
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42 Courtney Seesz
43 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
Mayor
ATTEST:
47 City Clerk