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City Council meeting of July 12, 1999 Page 2 INDUSTRIAL PARK LISTING AGREEMENT Mr. Richard Ellis, a land broker working for Coldwell Banker, requested a Brokerage Agreement to represent the City for the sale of property in the BEIP. Review of the listing Agreement proposed by Mr. Ellis raises concerns that it would be an exclusive listing, and that Mr. Ellis would receive a 10% commission for sale of property in the Park. In response, the City Attorney prepared a separate proposed Sale Listing Agreement, providing a 5% commission of the gross sale price to the broker. Staff recommended adoption of the Sale Listing Agreement, as drafted by the City Attorney. Because Council member Barnes had questions regarding the Agreement: Barnes made motion, Haas seconded, to table this matter until the Council meeting of July 19, 1999. All aye. Motion Carried. CITY PLANNER At Councilman's Haas request, OSM provided the an offer to provide planning service for the review of major subdivisions. The City Administrator stated that there was $15,000 in the budget, and discussed hiring someone who could handle a broader scope of work than just planning (entry level position) or someone with more credentials such as a Community Development Director. It was not clear what impact a building moratorium would have on such a position, and if the position would be temporary or permanent, full time, and where to "put" him/her? The Administrator will prepare job descriptions for Council review. Leroux made motion, Stoltzman second, authorizing hiring Jeff Lutz of OSM to assist staff in plan review. All aye. Motion Carried. ROAD WIDTH STANDARDS The Council reviewed a report from the City Engineer regarding a request from the RCWD that the City adopt standards allowing narrower road widths within the community. Mr. Angus recommended that the City establish a special commission to review the community road -width standards and provide a recommendation to the Council. Barnes made motion, Stoltzman seconded, directing staff to draft a letter to the RCWD, for Council review, outlining the City's view point on the District's request for standards allowing narrower roads. STAFF EVALUATIONS The Council previously received evaluation forms for City staff, all of which have not yet been returned to the City Administrator or the City Attorney, as appropriate. No formal action was need. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT REQUEST The Council considered a letter from an employee requesting a cash payment in lieu of receiving