HomeMy WebLinkAbout19950717_regularMINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL
JULY 17,1995
ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Kelly, Maetzold, Paulus, Smith, and Mayor Richards.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded
by Member Kelly to adopt the Council Consent Agenda items as presented.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Kelly, Maetzold, Paulus, Smith, Richards
Motion carried. .. I. ..
MERWN'S OF CXlFORhZ4 WELCOMED TO EDINA Motion of Member Smith was seconded by
Member Kelly and cam'ed unanimously for adoption of a Proclamation noting that Mervyn's of
California would be celebrating their grand opening at Southdale Center on July 27,1995.
*MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 3, 1995, AND SPECIAL COUNCIL
MEETING OF JULY 5.1995, APPROVED Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded
by Member Kelly to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 3, 1995, and Special
Meeting of July 5, 1995.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 19955 -STREET NAME CHANGE FROM W. 50TH STREET BETWEEN VERNON
AVENUE AND ARCADIA STREET TO GUS YOUNG LANE ADOPTED ON SECOND READING
Planner Larsen reminded Council that on June 5, 1995, First Reading was granted to Ordinance No.
1995-5, changing the street name of W. 50th Street between Vernon Avenue and Arcadia Street to
lnterlachen Boulevard. I
Council Comment
Mayor Richards reminded Council that the ordinance received first readina with a three to two vote
supporting Interlachen Boulevard. At that meeting, one suggestion was renaming the street to Gus
Young Lane. He also suggested consideration be given to nationally known Edina resident, George
Mikan. Naming the short span Interlachen Boulevard will be confusing in his estimation.
Member Paulus noted that initially this didn't seem to be a real concern but after speaking with a
number of residents that have grown up in Edina during the ~O'S, 60's and 70%, renaming the street
Gus Young Lane would be a popular decision.
Member Maetzold stated his favor with renaming the street Interlachen Boulevard. From a practical
standpoint, when businesses give their addresses other than as Interlachen, it would be difficult to
locate them. With Interlachen as the street name, at least they would be directed into the
neighborhood. He would support the name change to lnterlachen Boulevard.
Member Kelly pointed out she lives off of lnterlachen Boulevard and has been involved in retail
business for a number of years. She understood that the proposed name was at the request of the
developer and would be confusing if it was renamed anything other than lnterlachen Boulevard.
Planner Larsen explained the name lnterlachen Boulevard was suggested by City staff. Staff did
confer with CSM and they voiced no objection to the change.
Member Paulus moved Second Reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 19955 as follows: I ORDINANCE NO. 19955
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STREET NAME ORDINANCE - GUS YOUNG DRIVE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDINA ORDAINS:
Young Lane”.
9, 1995.
ATTEST: T
Section I.
Section 2.
The roadway from Vernon Avenue to Arcadia Street is hereby named “Gus
Following publication, the effective
Mayor
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Motion for adoption of the ordinance was seconded by Member Smith.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Paulus, Smith, Richards
Nays: Kelly, Maetzold
Ordinance adopted.
FIRST READING GRANTED FOR ORDINANCE NO. 1995-6 - PROVIDING TECHNICAL
CORRECTIONS TO THE CITY CODE Assistant Manager Hughes recalled that on August 3, 1992,
the Council adopted the final recodification of the City Ordinances. Since that time, staff has compiled
a list of problems which have arisen with respect to interpretation of the Code. None of these items
was critical in nature. The changes were held and a more comprehensive amendment prepared. He
briefly explained each problem by Code Section.
He specifically mentioned Section 14 dealing with hourly restrictions on certain noise generating
events. At present there are no hourly restrictions. If a complaint is received regarding, e.g.
construction activity, a noise meter would be activated to check if noise exceeds state standards. The
model noise ordinance from the Pollution Control Agency (PCA), recommends restriction of certain
activities between 1O:OO P.M. and 7:OO A.M. the following morning and include activities such as
snowmobiling, operating a power lawn mower or collecting garbage within 200 feet of a residential
building or engaging in construction activities. Staff would recommend exceptions to this restriction
for 1) snow removal equipment and 2) lawn maintenance equipment used on golf courses which
typically occur prior to 7:OO A.M.
Assistant Manager Hughes added that further in Section 14, paragraph D, which provides for
construction actitivites performed on public streets and highways by the County or the State are
exempt from the requirement subject to approval of the City Manager. The reason for this exemption
would be out of convenience to the motoring public as these activities are typically conducted during
nighttime hours.
It was further recommended in Section 14, paragraph B, that language be clarified regarding restriction
location of lawn mowers use not snow removal equipment on golf courses.
Council CommentlAction
Member Smith questioned changes to Section 10 regarding setbacks for tennis courts, basketball
courts, sports courts, hockey and skating rinks and othe; similar recreational accessory uses including
appurtenant fencing and lighting. Assistant Manager Hughes said setbacks were not changed, only
additional language, e.g. hockey and skating rinks and other similar accessory uses was added
because residents have expressed a desire to build game courts on their property.
Mayor Richards then called for public comment on the proposed technical corrections to the City Code.
No comments or objections were received.
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Member Smith moved First Reading of Ordinance No. 1995-6 -An Ordinance Providing Technical
Corrections to the City Code as presented. Motion was seconded by Member Maetzold. I Ayes: Kelly, Maetzold, Paulus, Smith, Richards
First Reading granted.
*BID AWARDED FOR ONE TWELVE TON TRAILER Motion was made by Member Smith and was
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for one twelve ton trailer to Long Lake Tractor at
$8,207.53, through State of Minnesota Contract #M8948.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR SNOW PLOWING SANDERS AND ATTACHED CONTROL EQUIPMENT
Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for
snow plowing sanders and attached control equipment to Aspen Equipment at $13,570.00,
through State of Minnesota Contract #C79094-02783.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR ONE SNOW PLOW AND WING Motion was made by Member Smith and
was seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for one snow plow and wing to recommended
low bidder, J-Craft, Inc., at $9,088.71.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR TWO DUMP TRUCK BOXES Motion was made by Member Smith and was
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for two dump truck boxes to J-Craft, Inc., at
$46,201.40, through State of Minnesota Contract #P-79094-02975.
*BID AWARDED FOR MILLING OF ASPHALT STREETS (PARTIAL1 Motion was made by Member
Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for milling of asphalt streets (partial)
to recommended low bidder, Midwest Asphalt at $5,050.00.
I Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR ASPHALT PAVING AT NORMANDALE GOLF COURSE Motion was made
by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for asphalt paving at
Normandale Golf Course to recommended low bidder, Metro Paving, at $6,535.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
*TRAFFIC SAFETY STAFF REVIEW OF JULY 5,1995, APPROVED Motion was made by Member
Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly to approve the following action as recommended in
Section A of the Traffic Safety Staff Report of July 5, 1995:
That proper markings and signs be placed in the alleyway of Sunnyside Road between
Wooddale Avenue and Grimes Avenue; and
To permit parking on west side of Hansen Road from Garden Park southward to W. 60th
Street;
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and to acknowledge Sections B and C.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
I CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS DISCUSSION HELD Member Maetzold began the discussion
by asking if Edina’s goal is to have a ‘state of the art’ park system when renovations are completed.
Park Director Keprios answered that things that are broken must be fixed and that the existing parks
must be brought to a higher standard. Member Maetzold inquired whether a consious attempt is being
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made to create a more desirable location to attract new residents than surrounding suburbs. Director
Keprios said the attempt is to make the parks what the residents want them to be. Manager Rosland
said that at this point, a path needs to be laid to update and maintain the infrastructure.
Additional comments made by Member Maetzold are as follows:
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The importance of how the City will function in 2000 or 2005 needs consideration in regards
to work flows and communications with any renovation.
Has consideration been given to what the return on investment would be with any improvement
to the Public Works area.
The ParamedidALS station is a must.
A demand exists for a third sheet of ice, especially in regard to girls hockey.
Member Kelly commented as follows:
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The Training Center is an ingenious idea that she would support.
The Parks need work. She would rather have fewer parks that are larger than numerous small
neighborhood parks.
The senior citizens in Edina are served well, not only by the Senior Center, but by the Art
Center, Braemar, etc. If a bonding issue were done, the Senior Center should have a piece
of it to enlarge or embellish the existing location.
Relocating Council Meetings is a good idea.
Closing Link Road would create more parking area for City Hall.
Mayor Richards gave his thoughts on the Capital Plan as follows:
1) City Hall does not need expansion nor would he agree with extensive remodeling for parking.
The Council Chambers is an under-utilized room and could be better used. He suggested the
Council meet at an outside location, such as Edinborough. Additional facilities are needed for
the police department and the park department and he believes within Edina, locations exist
where they could be relocated. He charged staff to perform an analysis of the possible
relocations.
Paramedic ALS Building - funding without a referendum in the southeast sector of Edina could
be through the HRA or sale of bonds.
Public Works Building - possible relocation of park department to public works location.
Deferred maintenance is expensive and requires further examination.
Parks - All parks are important, big or small. He would support a bond issue for A) general
park issues to improve the park infrastructure and B) the third ice sheet for Braemar Arena.
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Member Smith offered comments that:
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Agrees with 'less government' is good.
Funding a Paramedic ALS Building internally would be desireable
Suggested relocating Council meetings to the library
City Hall space needs require further examination, to include technology, relocating
departments, etc. Has use of the Community Center been considered?
Citizens should be asked about a third sheet of ice at Braemar Arena.
The Training Center could be in conjunction with additional police space.
Public Works facility should be funded internally.
He concluded he is lukewarm on any kind of bond issue.
Member Paulus stated we should go to the community for feedback now rather than later. Right or
wrong we are competing with Minneapolis rather than Eden Prairie and Plymouth with housing prices,
etc. Starting with a broad needs base and then narrowing them down after receipt of the community
input, seems like the way to begin. Raising taxes to pay for items that were budgeted does not seem
like the best plan when the dollar amoutns could be similiar in the long run and much harder to explain. I
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I Mayor Richards said since he has not observed Council unanimity, he offered to summarize and mail
a consensus to Council Members as he see it on, I) City Hall, 2) Public Works Buildings, 3) Park, and
the 4) Paramedic ALS building. The letter would include a recommended course of action and be sent
as soon as possible. Further discussion would be held at the regular Council Meeting August 7, 1995.
*CORRECTION TO MINUTES OF JANUARY, 1995, APPROVING LOT DIVISION FOR LOT 2.
BLOCK I - BROOKVIEW HEIGHTS Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by
Member Kelly for adoption of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION APPROWNG LOT DIVISION
WHEREAS, the following described property is at present a single tract of land:
Lot 2, Block I, BROOKVIEW HEIGHTS 3RD ADDITION, JACOBSON REPLAT, and
WHEREAS, the owner has requested the subdivision of said tract into separate parcels (herein
called "Parcels") described as follows:
Parcel I: (westerly)
That part of Lot 2, which lies westerly of a line drawn from a point on the south
line of said Lot 2, distant 41.91 feet east of the southwest comer of said Lot 2, to
a point on the northeasterly line of said lot 2 distant 75.27 feet southeasterly of
the northwest comer of said Lot 2, as measured along said lines, and there
terminating.
AND, that part of Lot I, lying easterly of the following described line: Commencing
at the northeast corner of said Lot I, thence southerly along the east line of Lot
I, a distance of 128.72 feet to the point of beginning, thence southwesterly to a
point on the south line of Lot I, said point being 12.0 feet northwesterly of the
southeast comer of Lot I, as measured along the south line of Lot 1, Block I, and
there terminating, all in Block I, BROOKVIEW HEIGHTS 3RD ADDITION,
JACOBSON REPLAT.
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Parcel 2: (easterly)
That part of Lot 2, Block I, BROOKVIEW HEIGHTS 3RD ADDITION, JACOBSON REPLAT,
which lies easterly of a line drawn from a point on the south line of said Lot 2, distant
41.91 feet east of the southwest comer of said Lot 2, to a point on the northeasterly line
of said lot 2 distant 75.27 feet southeasterly of the northwest corner of said Lot 2, as
measured along said lines, and there terminating.
WHEREAS, the requested subdivision is authorized under Code Section 810 and it has been
determined that compliance with the Subdivision and Zoning Regulations of the City of Edina
will create an unnecessary hardship and said Parcels as separate tracts of land do not interFere
with the purpose of the Subdivision and Zoning Regulations as contained in the City of Edina
Code Sections 850 and 810;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Edina that the
conveyance and ownership of the second above described Parcels as separate tracts of land
is hereby approved and the requirements and provisions of Code Sections 850 and 810 are
hereby waived to allow said division and conveyance thereof as separate tracts of land, but only
to the extent permitted under Code Section 810 and Code Section 850 and subject to the
limitations set out in Code Section 850 and said ordinances are not waived for any other
purpose or as to any other provisions thereof, and further subject, however, to the provision
that no further subdivision be made of said Parcels unless made in compliance with the
pertinent ordinances of the City of Edina or with the prior approval of this Council as may be
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provided for by those ordinances.
ADOPTED this 17th day of January, 1995.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
VACANCY EXISTS ON CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS Mayor Richards said he has the
name of one resident who has expressed interest in filling the vacancy that exists on the Construction
Board of Appeals and would be submitting an application and resume to the Council.
*PETITION RECEIVED: RESOLUTION ADOPTED SETTING HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 7.1995,
ADDITION Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for adoption
of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON
VACATION OF EASEMENT FOR UTILITY AND DRAINAGE PURPOSES
FOR AERIAL VACATION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENT - LOT 1, BLOCK I, INDIAN HILLS 3RD
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Hennepin County, Minnesota as
follows:
I. It is hereby found and determined after receipt of the petition of the owner of the land
affected thereby that the following described easement for utility and drainage purposes should
be considered for vacation, in accordance with the provison of Minnesota Statutes, Sections
412.851 and 160.29;
Commencing at the southeast corner of Lot 7, Block I, INDIAN HILLS THIRD ADDITION,
according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, thence northerly along the
west line of said Lot 7 a distance 38.04 feet to the northerly line of said drainage and utility
easement; thence South 80 degrees 36 minutes 02 seconds East, along said north line a
distance of 31.50 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing South 80 degrees 36 minutes
02 seconds East, along said north line a distance of 34.00; thence South 09 degrees 23 minutes
58 seconds West a distance of 13.00; thence North 80 degrees 36 minutes 02 seconds West a
distance of 34.00; thence North 09 degrees 23 minutes 58 seconds East to the point of beginning
and there terminating (Containing 442 S.F.)
2. This shall meet at the time and place specified in the form of notice included in paragraph
3 hereof for the purpose of holding a public hearing on whether such vacation shall be made in
the interest of the public.
3. The Clerk is authorized and directed to cause notice of the time, place and purpose of
said hearing to be published once a week for two weeks, in the Edina Sun-Current, being the
official newspaper of the City, the first publication at least 14 days prior to the date of such
hearing and to post such notice, at least 14 days prior to the date of such hearing, in at least
three (3) public and conspicuous places within the City, as provided in Minnesota Statutes,
Section 412.851. Such notice shall be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON VACATION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENT
IN THE CITY OF EDINA
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Edina, Hennepin County,
Minnesota will meet at the Edina City Hall, 4801 West 50th Street on August 7, 1995, at 7:OO
P.M. for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the proposed aerial/vertical
vacation of the following part of the drainage and utility easement over Lot 7, Block
I, INDIAN HILLS 3RD ADDITION according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin
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County, Minnesota. (Also known as 6301 Timber Trail) described as follows: I Commencing at the southeast comer of said Lot 7, thence northerly
along the west line of said Lot 7 a distance 38.04 feet to the northerly line
of said drainage and utility easement; thence South 80 degrees 36
minutes 02 seconds East, along said north line a distance of 31.50 feet
to the point of beginning; thence continuing South 80 degrees 36
minutes 02 seconds East, along said north line a distance of 34.00;
thence South 09 degrees 23 minutes 58 seconds West a distance of
13.00; thence North 80 degrees 36 minutes 02 seconds West a distance
of 34.00; thence North 09 degrees 23 minutes 58 seconds East to the
point of beginning and there terminating. (Containing 442 S.F.)
All persons who desire to be heard with respect to the question of whether or not the
above proposed easement vacation is in the public interest and should be made shall
be heard at said time and place. The Council shall consider the extent to which such
proposed easement vacation affects existing easements within the area of the
proposed vacation and the extent to which the vacation affects the authority of any
person, lines, gas and sewer lines, or water pipes, mains and hydrants on or under the
area of the proposed vacation, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon
such easement area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair replace, remove, or
otherwise attend thereto, for the purpose of specifying, in any such vacation
resolution, the extent to which any or all of any such easements, and such authority
to maintain and to enter upon the area of the proposed vacation shall continue.
BY ORDER OF THE EDlNA CITY COUNCIL
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
EDlNA SOCCER ASSOCIATION - LEWIS PARK PROPOSAL, CONTINUED TO AUGUST
7.1995 Park Director Keprios said following Council direction, staff sought alternatives and
shared thoughts with the Soccer Association and the Park Board regarding the proposed
change in use of Lewis Park from skating to soccer. At the July 10, 1995, Soccer
Association meeting, the Association voted to table their proposal to the City Council for
fifteen months. The Association has inquired of staff whether they could move their five and
six year old girls and boys soccer program at Weber to the east bandy field at Lewis Park
for the 1996 season. Director Keprios said staff would maintain the existing area for soccer
and leave the skating rink as it is. The Soccer Association made the proposal because of
the turf quality, better parking, and access to restroom facilities. The Park Board concurred
with the reasonable short-term suggestion and agreed to table the issue for fifteen months.
Member Maetzold commented that the area is very wet and asked what was planned to
change this. Director Keprios said the area has been tested and some simple tiling could
correct the dampness.
Member Smith indicated the letter of reminder sent to the coaches and parents regarding
being 'good neighbors' with respect to parking and property rights was an excellent idea.
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Director Keprios added that with two weeks left in the program, it was less costly to
correspond with the coaches and parents directly. Next year, every parent and every soccer
participant will receive 'good neighbor' reminders.
George Topor, 5709 Kemrich, asked whether the next meeting on the Lewis Park proposal
will be August 7, 1995.
Evelyn Frey, 7250 Lewis Ridge Parkway, stated she feels there is room at Lewis Park for
both bandy and soccer.
With Council concensus, the Lewis Park proposal will be heard August 7, 1995.
RESIDENT CONCERN EXPRESSED Greg Shank, 501 Tyler Court, voiced concern with
the Maloney Avenue permanent street surfacing, concrete curb and gutter and sidewalk
improvement. He built his home 22 years ago on a lot with some restrictions based on
stormsewer easements through the property. Both the City and he believed the survey to
be correct, at that time. The City recognized that the road was on the property as surveyed,
and moved it approximately two feet resulting in the existing alignment for the past 22 years.
Mr. Shank attended the recent neighborhood meeting and raised concerns about the
proposal and whether the survey was correct. He attended and spoke at the April hearing
regarding the amount of four feet that it appears he has lost based on the conflicting survey
results of 22 years ago. His home is very close to the street now, and two feet closer would
put the street at his door. Mr. Shank said he was not interested in becoming adversarial nor
would he consider litigation. He would like a fair review and decision to minimize his loss
of space on a street that undoubtedly will become even busier.
Engineer Hoffman said the facts, as presented, are correct. represent the facts.
Mayor Richards reassured Mr. Shank that City staff is seeking a resolution to his concern.
CONCERN OF RESIDENT EXPRESSED George Topor, 5709 Kemrich, stated he has two
issues, 1) when is the unsafe path going to be completed on the west side of Lewis Park and
2) he needs help in understanding property taxes and how market values of property are set
to maintain consistency.
Park Director Keprios responded that asphalt reclaimers/relayers are extremely busy at this
time of year but we are on the list for the path to be completed.
Assessor Johnson said he would schedule a meeting with Mr. Topor to answer any
questions he might have regarding property taxes and the process of how market values are
set.
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RESIDENT VOICED CONCERN WITH EXCESSIVE SPEED Walter Sandison, 5300 Vernon Avenue
South noted that speeds on Vernon Avenue are excessive and asked if anything could be done. I
CLAIMS PAID Member Paulus made a motion to approve payment of the following claims as
shown in detail on the Check Register dated July 13, 1995, and consisting of 30 pages: General
Fund $217,776.83; Communication $17,550.1 I; Working Capital $7,650.1 3; Art Center $4,024.71;
Swimming Pool $14,788.95; Golf Course $40,189.47; Ice Arena $15,548.68; Gun Range $373.26;
EdinboroughlCentennial Lakes $13,709.96; Utility Fund $72,549.81; Storm Sewer $4,891.44;
Liquor Fund $100,180.50; Construction Fund $649,665.69; TOTAL $1,158,899.54; and for
confirmation of payment of the following claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated
July 12, 1995, and consisting of nine pages: General Fund $144,419.85; Golf Course $525.47;
Liquor Fund $266,939.16; TOTAL, $41 1,895.16.
Motion was seconded by Member Kelly.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Kelly, Maetzold, Paulus, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
*I994 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL REPORT PRESENTED Motion was made by Member Smith
and was seconded by Member Kelly to acknowledge receipt of I) the 1994 Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report, 2) the Independent Auditor's Report on Legal Compliance, 3) the
Auditor's Management Letter and 4) the written response to the Auditor's Letter.
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Richards declared the meeting
&ity Clerk
adjourned at 8:55 P.M.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
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