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be removed. Mr. Rasmussen spoke in support of the idea. RESOLVED: Motion by Rasmussen, second by Schilling to adopt Resolution No. 2006-25 was unanimously approved. Mr. Watson then spoke regarding timing of submission of materials for City Council consideration, suggesting the information be submitted in a structured form not later than the Tuesday prior to a City Council meeting. Mr. Rasmussen suggested the motion be amended to four business days prior to the meeting. RESOLVED: Motion by Watson, second by Schilling to require submissions for City Council approval be submitted by the close of business four (4) days prior to the meeting date was unanimously approved. Mr. Kelly was then introduced and he, in turn, further presented Mr. Dave Ramberg. Mr. Kelly then made a presentation on his credentials as City Attorney for White Bear Township, Taylors Falls and others and discussed several issues including dealing with (re)development and the issues attendant to (re)development. He supported the workshop concept. He spoke of land values impact on (re)development and of how the City can be taken advantage. He spoke to opening the lines of communication and working cooperatively to offset annexation issues. He reported he has suhm itted a proposal to the City to serve as City Attorney. He also encouraged development of a meth ordinance in advance of problems. He also suggested an ordinance dealing with abandoned cars, condemnation of property and other criminal issues. Following discussion of traffic issues, Mr. Ramberg was introduced. Discussion of Mr. Kelly's relationship with the Met Council followed, encouraging application for all grants possible. Finally, discussion of Mr. Kelly's associates followed with Mr. Kelly introducing his associates. Mr. Ramberg spoke in support of the Kelly associates. Finally, Mr. Kelly spoke of his ability to work with developers and bring good results to all. RESOLVED: Motion by Schilling, second by Watson to appoint Mr. Kelly City Attorney and to transition from Mr. Newcome to Mr. Kelly between now and 01 September 2006 was unanimously approved. Mr. Schilling then spoke to further streamlining the process due to work increase. Staffreporting was then discussed and Mr. Magnuson was directed to report to Mr. Watson, who will assist in prioritizing same. Mr. Magnuson reported that the job today is dramatically different than when he started seventeen (17) years ago and that analysis has been begun relative to demands on time. Motion by Schilling, second by Emeott that the City Clerk report directly to Mr. Watson was unanimously approved. Mayor Emeott and Mr. Rafferty then discussed Mr. Bazooband's proposed new home plans at 1140 Goose Lake Road. Mr. Rafferty discussed his opinion indicating this is a good use ofthe intent of Ordinance No. 43H. Mr. Magnuson indicated Mr. Bazooband has agreed to be governed by the new ordinance and that the dwelling includes a 44' height with architectural elements uniformlyplaced in the 44'span. The highest side ofthe home will face effectively northwest and will not effect any adjacent properties except that owned by Mr. Bazooband. While some additional grading will be required to achieve the walkout design, it is not substantial. It is the recommendation ofthe Plan Review Committee that a Conditional. Use Permit be issued for construction of a 44' high walk out design as presented and reviewed be issued. RESOLVED: Motion by Emeott, second by Watson to approve issuance of a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a walkout design with a facade of greater than 35' and not more than 44' per plans, details and specifications was unanimously approved. RESOLVED: Motion by Schilling, second by Watson to not waive municipal tort liability and to so advise the LMCIT ofthe decision. RESOLVED: Motion by Rasmussen, secondby Schillingto approve execution ofthe LMCIT form by the City Clerk to indicate non -waiver of tort liability limits was unanimously approved. RESOLVED: Motion by Schilling, secondby Watson to approve the Consent Agenda was unanimously approved. It was noted that this item will, in the future, appear at the beginning ofthe agenda. Mayor Emeott then announced that this meeting will be continued to 31 July 2006 at 7:00 PM at this location to consider the sale of bonds for Public Improvement Project No. 2006-01 and accounts payable. Mayor Emeott at 9:24 PM then declared the meeting continued to Monday, 31 July 2006, at 7:00 PM. The meeting was continued to 7:00 PM to Monday, 31 July 2006 in the first floor meeting room of Tousley Ford at 8:40PM.. The July meeting ofthe Gem Lake City Council was reconvened at 7:00 PM on Monday, 31 July 2006, by Mayor Emeott. Councilors Bosak, Watson, Sch i [ling and Rasmussen were present. Also present were Clerk Magnuson, Craig Rafferty, Special Bond Counsel Martha Ingram (Kennedy & Graven) and Financial Consultant Todd Hagen (Ehlers & Associates). RESOLVED: Motion by Mr. Schilling, Second by Mr. Bosak to amend the agenda to include appointment of developer and landscape architects for the retail business redevelopment project and appointment of the Zevan Corporation as the City's public relations consultant was unanimously approved. Page 3 of 29