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City Council Study Session -11/21/05 Minutes - Page 3 B. John Kysylyczyn, 3083 N Victoria Street Mr. Kysylyczyn provided a bench handout entitled, "Leadership of Council Initiated Agenda Items, from January 1, 2003 to October 18, 2005;" related to Councilmembers involvement in placing items on meeting agendas. c. Al Sands, 2612 Aldine Mr. Sands noted receipt of his Truth in Taxation notice; and asked the City Council to further reduce the proposed levy increase. D. Randy Neprash, 1276 Eldridge Avenue Mr. Neprash noted that he would not be able to remain at the meeting for public comment during upcoming agenda issues, and asked to comment at this time. Mr. Neprash commented on the Twin Lakes discussion related to use of the Eminent Domain process. Mr. Neprash advised the City Council to ensure the developer would pay any legal costs and that they be paid as they're incurred and through the appeals process; and that the agreement be with the actual developer, not a "shell firm." Mr. Neprash also expressed concern that the City not be left in a position of holding title after the Eminent Domain process. Mr. Neprash suggested that whenever the developers request something of the City, it presented another opportunity to review and revisit the agreement and the City's level of protection (i.e. environmental concerns). On another item, Mr. Neprash in his professional capacity, commented on new rules being developed by the Capitol Region Watershed District; and noted their impact to the entire northern suburban area. Mr. Neprash opined that the proposed rules are becoming more rigorous and demanding of developers, and specifically city road reconstruction projects. Mr. Neprash noted that the City of S1. Paul had drafted and submitted a resolution to the Capitol Board with their questions and concerns, along with a time extension. Mr. Neprash further noted that the proposed