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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July 19, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Present were Mayor Myser, Councilmembers Erickson, Hedberg,
Keeney and Millar, City Manager Boyles, City Attorney Pace, Public Works Director/City Engineer Albrecht, Water
Resources Engineer Bintner, Parks and Fleet Supervisor Friedges, Building and Transit Services Director Kansier,
Community Development and Natural Resources Director Parr, Assistant City Manager Meyer, Communications
Coordinator Peterson and Administrative Assistant Green.
PUBLIC FORUM
The Public Forum is intended to afford the public an opportunity to address concerns to the City Council. It will be
no longer than 30 minutes in length and each presenter will have no more than ten (10) minutes to speak. Items to
be considered on the agenda may be addressed at the Public Forum unless they have been or will be the subject of
a public hearing or public information hearing at the City Council, the Economic Development Authority (EDA), the
Planning Commission, or any other City Advisory Committee within the foreseeable future. Forum items are also
restricted to City governmental topics rather than as a platform for private agendas. Matters that are the subject of
pending litigation are not appropriate for the Public Forum. The City Council will not take formal action on Public
Forum presentations.
City Manager Boyles explained the concept of the Public Forum.
Comments:
Barbara Lerschen, 2771 South Shore Drive, (Spring lake Township) stated she is part of the local Republican
Party and requested that the Council approve tonight's appointment of election judges for only the primary election
to be held in August 2010. Referred to MN Statutes that allow each party to submit a list of potential judges and
those persons must be considered first. Stated the Republican Party submitted a list with approximately 35
persons, but only three are being proposed for appointment. She asked for rectification by reconsidering
appointments for election judges who serve for the General election to be held in November 2010.
Erin Haust, 3046 Viewcrest Circle, Prior Lake, reiterated remarks made by Barbara Lerschen.
Brad Johnson, 1675 Chatham Lane, Shakopee, stated he is the Chair of the local Republican Party unit. Stated
their organization is interested in having the election process go smoothly and offered to do what they can to help
appropriate appointment of election judges in time for the General election.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
City Manager Boyles requested that the Rosie Posie presentation be moved to the next meeting's agenda due to
the owner's scheduling conflicts.
MOTION BY HEDBERG, SECONDED BY MillAR TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS MODIFIED.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
MOTION BY MillAR, SECONDED BY ERICKSON TO APPROVE THE JUNE 21,2010, MEETING MINUTES AS
PRESENTED.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
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VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
Keeney: Regarding a work plan for the 319(h) grant, asked about the need for additional staff to continue the work
and when approval would be sought for any additional staff.
Bintner: Affirmed that additional staff is a recommendation in the report.
Albrecht: Added that staff decisions are made as part of the budget and options will be provided with budget
presentations. Tonight's requested action sets the plan in motion to address the additional hours that will be
needed to accept the grant.
Keeney: Asked if we would know how much funding is available from the grant at that time.
Albrecht: There are designated grant amounts they have approved which will be included in the budget.
Keeney: Clarified that the additional hours are funded by the grant.
Albrecht: Generally, the staff will be funded by the grant. Staff wants to assure that if the City makes the decision
to take on additional staff; it will be sustainable into the future and can dovetail with other water quality initiatives
and achieve multiple goals.
Hedberg: Asked Bintner to present the report.
Bintner: Provided a review of the agenda report providing a history of the stormwater grant proposal. Noted that
an earlier grant allowed for iron/sand pond filtration for water quality treatment which the City has installed and has
been studying which served as our proof of concept. This grant follows similar guidelines in that it will not displace
local funding. The City is already doing things that have to be done for maintenance of water quality such as
improving pond systems and learning ways to make it more efficient at lower cost. This will leverage what we are
already doing as well as bring statewide expertise to bear on water quality. Noted that the $311,000 grant match of
$198,000 will consist of things the City already planned to do. We added the iron/sand filtration systems and the
grant will pay us to study them.
Myser: Asked if there is any information to share from preliminary data.
Bintner: There have been two studies on the systems installed. After installation of the iron/sand filters,
concentrations leaving the pond were improved. Efficiency of the system was ranging between 40-70% removals of
the dissolved portion of phosphorus which has previously been impossible to treat.
Myser: Asked what the likelihood of receiving funding is.
Bintner: Responded that the track record reveals that if there is less money allocated at federal level, the work
plan would modified so the study can continue at a lesser extent.
Myser: Commented the City has two impaired bodies of water and soon the State will hand down more stringent
requirements to clean them up. The City is leading the way with processes that may be used by the rest of the
State or other parts of the country.
Hedberg: Clarified financial impact noting the total cost of the project is estimated at $556,000 and the City share
will be $198,000. The remainder will be matching participation from the University, Scott WMO and the Watershed.
Erickson: Queried whether some of the holding ponds might be eligible for grants if the City addresses an
ordinance about coal tar-based sealers (PAH).
Albrecht: Affirmed, stating that staff has identified some ponds with PAH. Additional ponds are being tested and
staff expects test results to share with the Council when presenting proposed ordinance.
Keeney: Regarding the liquor license request for the Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce, asked what procedural
changes the Chamber has made to assure compliance with underage drinking rules.
Boyles: Responded that the Chamber met with staff and worked with the Police Department to set up additional
safeguards. Invited Chamber Executive Director Fleck to make comment.
fleck: Stated that Viking Liquor employees will work as carders at this year's event; and all persons who will be
serving will be attending an alcohol training session on July 28.
Keeney: Expressed appreciation for the increased efforts to achieve compliance.
Myser: Regarding the treasurer's report, asked if economic conditions will cause the percentage of tax revenue
received to be different than usual.
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J. Erickson: Replied that no detail has been provided from the County, adding that the City received 94.5% of its
levies in June 2009, but that percentage is unknown yet for 2010.
MOTION BY KEENEY, SECONDED BY HEDBERG TO APPROVE THE TREASURER'S REPORT; A REPORT
DIRECTING STAFF TO PREPARE A WORK PLAN FOR 319(H) GRANT FOR ASSESSING IRON ENHANCED
SAND FILTRATION; AND A TEMPORARY ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE PRIOR LAKE CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
PRESENTATION
Oath and Badge Presentation for New Firefighters
Fire Chief Hartman introduced firefighters Mike Nelson and Nicole Solie. Firefighter Ben Kraus was unable to
attend but will be assuming the same duties and responsibilities. Hartman described training requirements of new
firefighters. Mayor Myser administered the firefighter oath to Nelson and Solie.
PUBLIC HEARING
No public hearing was scheduled.
OLD BUSINESS
Consider Approval of the 2010 Oak Wilt Inspection Report
Parks and Fleet Supervisor Friedges spoke of the susceptibility of red oak to oak wilt and methods of transmitting
the disease. Noted that oak wilt is occurring in the Fish Point Road area, which is hilly and expensive for tree
removal. Notices were sent to seven residents to remove their diseased trees. Further infestation has been found
since that notification. The estimated cost of removal per tree is between $1,000 to $15,000. Displayed the area of
infestation noting the disease has crossed Hwy 13. Ordinance states that trees not removed within 20 days will be
removed by an agent of the City and the costs assessed to the property. Described the process needed for
abatement including notice of intent to abate, solicitation of bids, public hearing, a resolution ordering abatement,
tree removal and assessment. Believes it would be beneficial to teach residents what oak wilt is, how it is spread,
and to bring in an arborist to provide direction on how to set an abatement line (sever the roots between adjoining
trees to stop the transmission of the fungus). Added it would be good to get a second opinion on whether an
abatement line is feasible. Expressed his belief that the spread of oak wilt can be slowed.
Comments:
Hedberg: Commented on the value of the urban forest and asked if the City has statistics on the red vs. white oak
inventory.
Friedges: Responded there are many more red oak than white oak.
Hedberg: Asked if trenching around the trees to sever root connections harms them.
Friedges: Replied the trenching needs to stay outside of the distance of the canopy from the trunk and will not
harm the tree.
Hedberg: Asked what period of time people would have to pay the assessment against their property.
Albrecht: If $1 ,000 or less, they have one year to make payment; and three years for a larger amount. Senior
citizens have up to five years.
Hedberg: Acknowledged this is unfortunate for the residents involved. Will support the resolution to order
abatement.
Millar: Concurred with Hedberg. Commented he removed nine oaks from his property and it is very expensive to
take trees out. Will support abatement.
Erickson: Clarified areas on map for newly found areas of oak wilt. Stated that some residents have commented
that they would prefer to have the costs assessed to their taxes and asked if the process can move more quickly in
those cases.
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Albrecht: Replied this can be brought to the next meeting for approval which is about as quickly as it can be done.
Removals can begin the day after approval.
Erickson: Suggested it might be most cost effective to have the City solicit bids for the entire package.
Keeney: Asked if areas identified most recently should be added to the resolution.
Albrecht: Replied they have to be given 20 days for removal, but staff could arrange to not remove them until the
20 days have passed. Will try to include them if it will bring the cost down.
Myser: Asked how often staff looks for oak wilt.
Friedges: Replied it has been done three times this year already; but it is spreading so quickly, it needs to be done
more often.
Albrecht: Added that a more aggressive plan should be implemented as tree removal has not stopped the spread
over a three-year period.
Myser: Supports having staff bring forward a plan to remove trees as soon as oak wilt is found as well as other
measures that could abate it, along with associated costs.
Albrecht: Responded that staff will prepared a detailed plan with steps to be taken and an associated schedule to
curtail oak wilt as quickly as possible. Believes its spread can be slowed considerably since infestations come and
go.
Friedges: Reiterated the value of the educational component.
Hedberg: Suggested residents check with their tax advisor about whether any of the costs would be tax deductible.
Keeney: Asked if there should be a more proactive approach with city parks.
Friedges: Stated that no pruning or oak removal is done from April to June. Trees are watched closely in the
parks and trench lines are set up as soon as any oak wilt is found.
MOTION BY MILLAR, SECONDED BY HEDBERG TO DIRECT STAFF TO PUBLISH A PUBLIC NOTICE AND
PREPARE A RESOLUTION FOR ABATEMENT TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE AUGUST 2, 2010, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING; DIRECT STAFF TO WORK WITH THE RESIDENTS IN THE AFFECTED AREA TO EDUCATE THE
EFFECTS OF OAK WILT; AND PREPARE OF A CONTAINMENT PLAN TO STOP THE SPREAD OF OAK WILT.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
Consider Approval of a Report Regarding the Impacts of Updating Certain 2030 Vision Goals and
Objectives for Accomplishment in 2010-2011.
City Manager Boyles reviewed process used to propose updates to the 2030 Vision and Strategic Plan and
commented on the plan to hold the long range planning committee meeting on alternating years.
Comments:
Erickson: Commented that the Council has spent many hours on this discussion in work sessions. Will support.
Keeney: Commented that it appears that what the Council is asking for in economic development is pointing back
to having an economic development specialist which would be budgeted for in 2011.
Boyles: Stated that many iterations of the budget will occur before it is presented to the Council. Council approval
would indicate support of the idea.
Keeney: Suggested there may be too many priorities and the Council may have to narrow them down to focus on a
couple of key things. Supports economic development being a priority for the City and the development of jobs.
Hedberg: Queried whether discussion to update the 2030 Vision and Strategic Plan should occur in the spring to
provide sufficient time to plan the budget of the upcoming year. Believes the City should make a financial
commitment and develop funds before hiring a full-time economic development position, commenting on the need
to let residents and businesses know the intent is serious. Believes also that the EDA should be reformed before
hiring the position.
Millar: Commented that updates to the 2030 Vision and Strategic Plan reflect changing circumstances in the City.
The Council is taking stronger steps to push economic development and he agrees the desired updates should be
prioritized. Agreed the EDA needs to be set up before taking on a full-time economic development position.
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Myser: Stated he is a strong supporter of having the Council set priorities for the budget process. Believes a top
priority is economic development to create jobs, services and tax revenue that will fuel growth in the City and
reduce tax liabilities to homeowners. Of the twelve points proposed on the economic development side, eleven are
elements of an overarching development plan for the City. Believes the single economic development priority
should be to develop a business plan. Stated he has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and believes it has much
information but no economic development plan. Agreed that setting up the EDA is a first step. Noted there are
neighboring cities that have similar needs and perhaps a position could be shared. Supports the proposed financial
management and natural resources updates.
MOTION BY HEDBERG, SECONDED BY MILLAR TO DIRECT STAFF TO INCORPORATE THE NEW
OBJECTIVES IN THE 2030 VISION AND STRATEGIC PLAN
Erickson: queried whether the motion should include identifying spring as the time of year to conduct meetings to
update the 2030 Vision and Strategic Plan. Offered that as an amendment to the motion which was accepted by
Hedberg and Millar.
MOTION BY HEDBERG, SECONDED BY MILLAR TO DIRECT STAFF TO INCORPORATE THE NEW
OBJECTIVES IN THE 2030 VISION AND STRATEGIC PLAN AND TO PLAN TO CONDUCT THE 2030 VISION
AND STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE MEETINGS IN THE SPRING OF THE YEAR.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Consider Approval of the Annual Report on Wellhead Protection Plan
Public Works Director Albrecht described the wellhead areas and gave statistics on amounts of water pumped.
Stated that the City is mandated to have a wellhead protection plan to determine how to handle an event that could
contaminate the well head within ten years of the event. Spoke of steps taken for wellhead protection planning last
year including closure of two private wells in the industrial park; and steps planned for next year. Anticipates
utilizing consultants to assist staff in accomplishing the plans. Stated he has spoken with Shakopee, Savage and
SMSC about their interest in working together on wellhead protection planning.
Comments:
Keeney: Asked if there are more areas where the City plans to drill wells.
Albrecht: Responded that Well #11 will be within the current wellhead zones. Staff met with SPUC, SMSC and
Shakopee to talk about leveraging the current water resources to delay the construction of wells in the future. The
SMSC wells are intermingled with the City's western water system and the 2011 proposed budget will include the
cost of a study considering partnering with SMSC for future northern City water systems. Contracting with SMSC
groundwater hydrologists can also be considered.
Erickson: Asked if the wells taken off line in the industrial park will be sealed.
Albrecht: Responded that State law provides a period of time for the property owner to properly abandon the
wells, which involves filling them with concrete and sealing them. Septic tanks are filled with sand when shut down.
Erickson: Complimented staff on the wellhead protection plan and looks forward to future partnerships to make it
even better.
Millar: Asked about the drinking water consumer confidence report.
Albrecht: Replied that the water quality has significantly improved since the water treatment facility came on line.
Commented that a remaining issue is working with some of the homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s have a
grade of copper that interacts with the pH in the water and causes corrosion. Orthophosphates and
polyphosphates have been added to that water to repress the copper. Believes that is under control.
Millar: Recalled that it was anticipated to take a couple of years to completely flush out the City's pipes after the
water treatment facility was brought on line and asked if that is happening.
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Albrecht: A good sign is that it used to take a month to flush the brown water from the water mains throughout the
City; now it is completed in a week and a half.
Millar: Asked when the last emergency occurred regarding protecting the water supply.
Albrecht: Replied that wellhead protection is a recent legislation, and there may have been events that impacted
the water supply without us even knowing it.
Hedberg: Asked what would happen with a contamination event that traveled over 20 or 30 years.
Albrecht: Replied that the groundwater from which we draw tends to run to the northwest towards the river. City's
wells are fed by the upstream area and the water does not pass up through the gradient and when a contaminant
passes downstream it is not an issue for the City's wellhead, but it could still influence the township in that direction.
Hedberg: Commented that the Prior Lake Aggregate mining site is outside of the wellhead protection area, but
they have plans in the future to move their mining site. Asked if it could affect the City's well head if the mines
become deeper.
Albrecht: Replied they are removing sandy soils which don't really protect the aquifer. When they reclaim the area
and put in a clay liner, it may be beneficial.
Hedberg: Asked if the City will have opportunity to comment on their reclamation plan.
Pace: Believes there is an opportunity to comment. Recalled that the Ryan litigation had to do with significant
prevention controls and monitoring that was put in the conditional use permit to protect the wellhead of SMSC.
Does not know if the City would be notified to provide comment when changes are made to the mine, so the City
will have to remain aware of its activities.
Albrecht: Commented that from a water standpoint, he sees fewer municipal boundaries and more community-
wide planning in the future. A potential interconnect is being considered with the CR 44 project that will allow us to
bring water from Savage, which would link them to our water as a partner. Linking systems will have all entities
wanting to protect neighbors from contamination possibilities.
Hedberg: Asked if the City envisions connecting a well on the west side into the water treatment facility.
Albrecht: Believes that may be connected to a joint water facility with SMSC, Shakopee and Prior Lake having
interconnected water supplies.
Hedberg: Noted that some of the SMSC property is within our wellhead area.
Albrecht: Replied that the SMSC is very cognizant of that.
Myser: Asked about the wellhead signs and setting them up outside the protection zone.
Albrecht: Stated the preference is to set them up outside the zone so people are aware when they are entering the
zone.
Myser: Asked if it is possible for some chemical to be in the ground now without knowledge of it.
Albrecht: Responded that typically household chemicals are of amounts that can be dealt with, but significant
amounts such as barrels of industrial waste are most worrisome. There is testing to identify the age of a spill and
there are things that can be done in the treatment process to react to standard chemicals that are out there.
Myser: Understands that it can take ten years for water to reach the aquifer because the water is slowly filtering
through the ground.
Albrecht: Affirmed stating it goes through the gravel surface and the bedrock layers.
Myser: Asked Albrecht to comment on education efforts and what they look like.
Albrecht: Replied that staff has considered a series of public service TV shows, a new barrage of mailing and
emailing, engaging school-age children, etc.
Myser: Asked what the City's biggest groundwater risk is.
Albrecht: Replied the east side of the City needs to be cleaned up and with the greatest risk likely being the
vehicles that are leaking chemicals. Water and sewer utilities should be extended to that area and the wells sealed.
Noted these utilities are scheduled in the Capital Improvement Program.
Myser: Asked how many wells are in that area.
Albrecht: Replied that every household has its own well. Each of the approximately dozen businesses have their
own well as well as old-style septic systems.
MOTION BY KEENEY, SECONDED BY MILLAR TO ACCEPT THIS REPORT.
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VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
Consider a Review and Comment on Proposed Metropolitan Council Regional Transit Policies
Building and Transit Services Director Kansier provided a history of the City electing the opt-out option with the
Metropolitan Council for transportation services. Informed the Council that policies are being developed by the
Metropolitan Council on facilities ownership, procurement, vehicle fleet and regional transit operating revenue
allocation; and described some of the potential impacts upon the City. Spoke of the Met Council proposal to retain
fleet vehicles for 14 years vs. the manufacturer recommendation of 12 years. Described funding sources and
commented on the difficulty of the City receiving any of the regional funds. Stated that auditors will be speaking to
all transit providers and asked for Council input on comments to be provided to the Transit Review Board.
Comments:
Erickson: Commented on changes in the Dial a Ride services stating that Carver and Scott have joined to
enhance that service.
Kansier: Commented that Dial a Ride is becoming more centralized with the Met Council where it is called Smart
Ride. Overall, it is a more efficient, larger fleet and can do more.
Erickson: Stated the counties joined force because the Met Council was forcing Dial a Ride systems to become a
part of their system. Many residents may not be aware of how flexible a service it is. Stated that Prior Lake has
one park and ride lot and eventually will have none as the lots are being relocated to Shakopee. Believes there
should be a park and ride location in the SE portion of the City to help residents who do not have a car to get to the
park and ride location. Stated that transit monies are getting tighter and mentioned the state law that prohibits
discussion of commuter rail to this area.
Keeney: Commented that much money flows from many revenue sources and stated it is important for the future
success of Prior Lake to participate in the process as much as possible. Believes an important part of a quality
community is to have transit available for our residents; and that future annexation areas must be included in our
plans. Stated it is a complicated political arena to navigate.
Hedberg: Stated there is almost no way to meet the needs of Prior Lake residents without acting as an opt-out
community. Believes the ability for outer-ring suburbs to receive funding for commuter rail is not very likely. Stated
he would like to be able to assure that the City is not squeezed on reserve funding; but has no other advice than to
remain as an opt-out community.
Millar: Concurred that the City needs to remain opt-out. Questioned the timing of the spend down.
Kansier: Anticipates the fund would be depleted in five years.
Millar: Asked if money would be made up afterwards.
Kansier: Replied the City will not get back to current level of reserves, but would become eligible for regional
funds. Believes there is a good chance there will be less funding and it could result in service reduction.
Millar: Asked if staff would be needed for service planning.
Kansier: Replied she is working with the Met Council on that explaining they ask for detailed information. Believes
that level of sophistication would need to be hired or outsourced to a consultant.
Myser: Commented that Scott County is not represented on the Met Council and understands that Scott County as
a whole has an issue. Encouraged staff to work with Scott County. Asked about past history of using monies to
provide better ridership.
Kansier: Replied there were increases in ridership in 2008 likely due to the partnership with Shakopee in creating
BlueXpress and offering more service, as well as gas prices increase and the likelihood that riders were trying to
save gas money. Noted that when transit services gain riders, they generally stay with the service. A grant was
received in 2008 for a reverse commute to will be implemented this fall. Also, we are working with Southwest
transit to pick up some of their passengers and they will pick up a couple of our routes.
Myser: Asked if these things are being done at more or less cost than before.
Kansier: Replied that the cost of operation is about the same as the revenue. Noted that one of the goals is to
increase ridership and ease congestion on Hwy 169.
Myser: Asked what would be done with funds if more were available.
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Kansier: Referred to the Unified Transit Plan noting that the Met Council is a part of that. The UTP is in preserve
mode rather than growing the service.
Myser: Asked the amount of the City's reserve fund.
Kansier: Replied it is approximately $1.2 million compared to the $8-10 million that other opt out providers have.
Noted it is just now at a level to start growing our service which is what the reserves have been held for.
Myser: Asked if Prior Lake receives its share of the license tab money that goes to transportation, or if we
consume more than we pay.
Kansier: Replied it is not clear if the Met Council is able to provide that information as they provide only the
amount that has been collected and the amount allotted to Prior Lake.
Erickson: Commented that most counties set up a transit way tax, but Scott and Carver opted out of that because
a transit way is defined in a way that disallows any funding to come back to them. Suggested the comments
include allowing definition of a transit way to include Hwy 169.
MOTION BY HEDBERG, SECONDED BY MILLAR TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A LETTER
REPRESENTING THE COUNCIL'S VIEWS AND PHILOSOPHIES AND BRING IT BACK TO THE COUNCIL FOR
REVIEW.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
OTHER
Community Events
Hedberg: Stated the 1st annual Lakefront Jazz and Blues festival was a big success and hopes it is the first of
many annual fests.
Boyles: Displayed a three-minute presentation from the event.
Millar: thanked community for coming out and supporting it.
Erickson: Commented that he had not imagined that it could be organized that well and agreed it was an
unbelievable job. Commented that Night to Unite is coming up, followed by Lakefront Days.
Keeney: Thanked all involved in the festival adding that he and his family had a wonderful time.
Myser: Commented that the festival came off well because of all the planning and hard work that was done.
Thanked Rotary club for their work and the residents who lived nearby for tolerating the noise and activity.
RECESS
Mayor Myser called a recess at 8:57 p.m. in order for the City Council to meet in executive session.
RECONVENE
The meeting reconvened at 9:30 p.m. Mayor Myser stated the executive session was conducted to provide
direction regarding enforcement action against NAPA Auto Parts for violation of the sign ordinance.
MOTION BY HEDBERG, SECONDED BY MILLAR TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO FILE AN
INJUNCTION AGAINST NAPA AUTO PARTS TO COMPEL COMPLIANCE WITH CITY SIGN ORDINANCE.
VOTE: Ayes by Myser, Erickson, Hedberg, Keeney and Millar. The motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further comments from Council members, a motion to adjourn was made by Hedberg and seconded by
Keeney. With all in favor, the meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
Frank Boyles, City Manager
Charlotte Green, Administrative Asst.
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