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Regular City Council Minutes -11/17/03 Page 15 Mayor Kysylyczyn briefly reviewed the e-mail comments for the audience's information, including several phone contacts he had personally received. Mayor Kysylyczyn opined his view of the appointment process, citing the voting records of the "Old Guard;" and potential tie-vote with Mayor-elect Klausing then given the tie-breaking additional vote. Mayor Kysylyczyn opened the Public Hearing at 8:47 p.m., requesting that comment be divided with those supporting appointment speaking first and those speaking against appointment speaking last. In Support of Appointment John Goedeke, 2674 Virginia Avenue Mr. Goedeke, speaking as a former City Council and Planning Commission member, spoke in favor of the applicant interview process for appointment to the vacant Council seat and the integrity of the appointment process and past practice in the City. Mr. Goedeke took issue with Mayor Kysylyczyn's perceptions; and cited concerns of costs and low voter turnout in holding a Special Election. Roger Toogood, 601 Terrace Court Mr. Toogood, while identifying himself as the Vice Chair of the organization, Roseville Concerned Citizens for a Fair and Open Government, noted that he was speaking as a concerned citizen, and not on behalf of the organization. Mr. Toogood noted advantages and disadvantages in the appointment process and a potential Special Election. Mr. Toogood noted that appointment was a responsibility shared by the full City Council, and opined his anticipation of a change of leadership and a new attitude, encouraging Councilmembers to strive for unanimous votes on issues to bring about a strong, constructive and positive environment. Mr. Toogood opined the logical appointment of Ms. Amy Ihlan, as recipient of the majority vote in both the Primary and General Elections, after those winning the election and recommended her