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City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes July 12, 2017 Administrator Ericson stated that Council has previously tabled several proposals, he has discussed this item with Ms. Laura Kushner, Human Resource Director for the League of MN Cities, and he believe this is an opportunity to engage employees and on -boarding which was to be provided by Mr. Fursman shortly after his hiring. Council Member Love stated that he could not locate a Staff memorandum regarding the item. Administrator Ericson stated that there was one and he would resend it to all Council Members. Mayor Paar reported that an email had recently been received and that a meeting of the Employee Review Board would be taking place shortly with staff. Brief discussion ensued regarding hiring an independent contractor versus the League of MN Cities referrals, the Employee Review Board assessing the needs and forwarding a recommendation to Council and/or providing the authority to the City Administrator to make a determination on utilizing a firm referred by the League of MN Cities. Motion by Council Member Montain, seconded by Council Member Love to Authorize City Administrator Ericson the authority to choose one (1) contractor from the League of MN Cities referral list to Provide teambuilding/organization development associated with the 2017 Focus Goals. Council Member Koski Opposed. Motion carried. Council Member Koski felt that a needs assessment should be obtained from the Employee Review Board prior to authorizing expenditures that may not be needed. Administrator Ericson stated that he would meet with Ms. Laura Kushner from the League to determine a suitable contractor for the City's needs. 3. Res. #17-010 — Enabling the Establishment of the Economic Development Authority of the City of Centerville, Minnesota Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.090 Through 469.1082, as Amended Administrator Ericson stated that he has discussed this with Mr. Andy Pratt, Eckberg & Lammers, it is very straight forward and Council needs to consider the resolution in order to commence an Economic Development Authority for the City of Centerville as outlined in the 2017 City Focus Goals. Council Member Montain questioned the purpose of staggering terms of the members and Administrator Ericson stated that it provides an opportunity for the body to obtain new view- points, etc. Discussion ensued that Council is only considering the formation of an EDA and not considering the by-laws at this time which will control authority given by Council and funding if chosen. Administrator Ericson stated that Intern Manasra is currently working on a revamping of the downtown redevelopment project and recently held a meeting with Anoka County Officials and other agencies to obtain input regarding financial assistance and tools that were available to assist the City in obtaining their goals for the area. Administrator Ericson stated that this work Page 4 of 9