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Mr. Magnuson then asked who represented Gem Lake at the Ramsey County Sheriff meetings. Council member Kuny explained that she is presently unable to attend but reviews minutes. Mr. Magnuson asked what Gem Lake receives for its money spent with the sheriff's office. Mayor Uzpen replied that the city has to provide police protection to its citizens and that its portion of the sheriffs fees amounts to approximately $20,000. Mayor Uzpen then defined what is meant by the city's "reserve" money. He stated that at the end of the year the city gives back to its citizens a reduction of the city tax burden by using "reserves" to buy down the city's portion of the tax levy. Mayor Uzpen then closed the public hearing at 7:59 PM. Resolution 2014-23. Upon a motion by Bosak and seconded by Artig-Swomley, the city council approved resolution 2014-23 by a voice vote of 5-0. New Business Resolution 2014-24. Upon a motion by Lindner and seconded by Bosak, the council voted 5-0 to approved resolution 2014-24 establishing a fee for its non -conforming use permit to be the same as it charges for a conditional use permit. Resolution 2014-22. Upon a motion by Bosak and seconded by Artig-Swomley, the council voted 5-0 to authorize SEH to perform a city water feasibility study. City employee. Upon a motion by Artig-Swomley and seconded by Kuny, the council voted 5-0 to hire ' Gloria Tessier as its new office employee to work 30 hours per week at $15/hour, and receive 15 paid time off days per year. The city will also contribute to the Public Employee Retirement Fund (PERA) for her pension. She will start on January 1. The November claims were approved 5-0 after a motion by Bosak which was seconded by Artig- Swomley. Mayor Uzpen presented the November financial report. Presentations from the public Mary Santi, representing the League of Women Voters from White Bear Lake explained that the League was performing a study on open meeting laws and she was present to observe how Gem Lake communicates with its citizens the official business it conducts. Ryan Podweis of PODS Auto asked the council whether his business was considered non -conforming. He is looking to buy his building from the bank that owns it and needed answers for his pending transaction. The council informed him that his business was existing so therefore it is considered a conforming use. Presentations from the council — Mayor Uzpen suggested to invite Tom Hansen and Mr. Her, the lead gardener of the Hansen parcels, to appear at the next city council meeting to discuss gun shots and to Jconsider installing gates barring access to the fields after the harvest season is complete.