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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, June 16, 2008 Page 25 • Ma or Kl y ausmg expressed his support of the proposed ordinance to provide broader provisions for Council vacancies. Mayor Klausing questioned whether Councilmembers were confident that this was the direction the community wanted to move, and whether they saw a need to solicit additional public input and/or whether to create a citizen group to look into the proposed language. Councilmember Pust opined that she didn't see the need fora formal- ized advisory study, given past discussions. Councilmember Roe noted the need to solicit public comment prior to formal action; noting previous deliberations over the last few months and public comment received to-date; but didn't see the need for an advisory group to study it further. City Manager Malinen alerted Councilmembers to some challenges depending on lead time, in the availability of polling places and staff- . ing for special elections. Mayor Klausing recognized those concerns, in addition to other is- sues, that may be beneficial for a citizen group to consider. Public Comment John Kysylyczyn, 3083 N Victoria Street Mr. Kysylyczyn noted the difficulty in getting public comment out- side an immediate crisis; and stated his opposition to a study group. Al Sands, 2612 Aldine Mr. Sands echoed the comments of Mr. Kysylyczyn, opining his sup- port for the participatory election process; and thanked Councilmem- ber Roe for bringing the proposed ordinance forward. Mr. Sands sug- gested that the City Council stir up local issues or create controversy to encourage more public participation and voters in upcoming elec- tions. • 14. City Manager Future Agenda Review None.