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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, February 23, 2009 Page 9 specific items listed; and was fully supported by users and supporters of the bill who had worked hazd in promoting it. Mr. Brokke noted that the initial list of in- dividual items had continued to be refined and discussed with legislators during their walkthrough tour(s); and indicated that the bill language had been modified accordingly to achieve its successful passage. Mr. Brokke noted that it was the intent that items listed be value-engineered to obtain the best possible pricing; which may allow cost savings that could be reallocated to the geothermal compo- nent. Mr. Brokke noted that this would be done once all projects on the list were completed, and if any money remained, it could potentially be applied elsewhere at the OVAL. Mr. Brokke reiterated that supporters of the bonding bill and pro- ject were depending on those particulaz projects being brought to fruition. Mayor Klausing opined, from his participation in the user group and legislator tours and conversations, that the items identified were to increase efficiencies and make the operation more financially efficient and sustainability; ultimately mean- ing less taxpayer monies expended in the long run. Councilmember Johnson concurred; noting that the original list had been pazed down considerably to these specific items. Mr. Brokke asked that Councilmembers fully support, as a message to the State, the proposed resolution and grant agreement. Klausing moved, Johnson seconded, adoption of Resolution No. 10693 entitled, "Guidant John Rose Minnesota OVAL Capital Improvements;" based on Attach- ments for the General Obligation Bond Proceeds -Grant Agreement - Construc- tion Grant for the Guidant John Rose MN OVAL, Project SPAP-08-0010-P- FY09; authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to sign the construction grant agreement, subject to City Attorney final review. Councilmember Ihlan reiterated her concerns with two specific items: the score- boazd and timing mechanism (Item #2); and installation of a gas heating and snow melt pit (Item #7); strongly opining that the money be spent elsewhere, such as for the geothermal system, given the current economy; and advising that she would be voting "nay." Roll Call Ayes: Johnson; Roe; Pust; and Klausing. Nays: Ihlan. Motion carried. 9. General Ordinances for Adoption 10. Presentations