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K CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
October 25, 1999
The meeting convened at 7 15 p m
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Ron Latz, Chris Nelson, Sue Santa, Robert Young,
and Mayor Jeff Jacobs
Staff present City Manager (Mr Meyer), Director of Community Development (Mr
Harmening), Director of Public Works (Mr Rardin), Cable Television Coordinator (Mr
Dunlap), and City Clerk (Ms Larsen)
1. Settlement of Hoogesteger Eminent Domain
Mr Harmening passed along handouts outlining the acquisition and negotiation process to date
and expenses He stated that one of two things could happen with the case it will still go to the
Commissioner's hearing and a settlement would be made, or they may have to continue the
condemnation proceedings
It was understood that the stipulation agreement would return to the council at a later date
2. Contribution to MACTA Legislative Fund
After Mr Dunlap introduced the topic with a brief presentation, Councilmember Young
suggested that Senator Steve Kelley, along with other legislators, be invited to discuss the topic
with the Council
Councilmembers Latz and Nelson both felt concern about lack of control individual
municipalities would have under the proposed legislation Mr Meyer explained that there may
be advantages to the bill and Senator Kelley should be invited to speak to the Council
The Council agreed that $5,000 should be contributed to the fund
3. Cable TV Franchise
Councilmember Latz abstained from discussion for this item
Council agreed with the recommendation to continue discussions with Paragon Cable to upgrade
systems without extending the franchise Mr Dunlap inquired as to which law firm should be
used to assist staff in the process Mr Meyer and the Council agreed that Campbell Knutson, the
City's Civil attorney, had the expertise needed on this issue
4. Communications
Mr Jacobs mentioned the Year 2000 town meetings
Council was reminded that November 15, 1999 would be the City Manager's evaluation
Mr Meyer asked Council to begin thinking about a retreat with department staff after the first of
the year
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5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8 20 p m
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