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Gem Lake City Council Meeting Page. 2 of 4 seven contract cities. Mayor Uzpen suggested putting this information in the March newsletter to let the residents know that there will be a new animal control company to call if there are any problems. For the April issue, it was suggested that there be an article regarding the clean-up day in May. It was also suggested to put in the April newsletter something on spring yard cleaning and not to throw leaves in the street. A new sign is being installed for the City of Gem Lake. The maximum purchase price will be $3,000 and the cost will be split 75/25 between Gem Lake and White Bear Township. Mayor Uzpen will request a bid from Gopher Sign. In addition, a story on the number of service calls from the Sherriff department and how the numbers have gone down from last year. PUBLIC HEARING None, NEW BUSINESS. Claims for March: The bills for March were discussed and authorized to pay. Councilmember asked about the Hillary Farm bill and Mayor Uzpen explained it was paying the left over escrow money back. Upon motion by Councilmember Artig- Swomley and seconded by Councilmember Bosak, motion passes. Ayes — 5, Nays — 0. Monthly Financial Reports: The City Council received and reviewed the report. Mayor Uzpen will talk to Jesse Hart, Gem Lake Finance Director regarding the balance of money in the checking account. Mayor Uzpen is going to suggest putting some of the balance into the Wells Fargo investment account and the rest into a CD as the checking. account balance is too high for the amount that Gem Lake uses each month. OPEN ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Lindner stated the Fish Management seminar was canceled due to the lack of interest.. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC. None. FUTURE COUNCIL MEETINGS Workshop Meeting: April 4, 2011. City Council Meeting: April 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. ADJOURN Look for us on the World. Wide Web at gemlakemn.org