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City Council Regular Meeting — 09/26/OS DRAFT Minutes - Page 23 requirements, it could be tabled and dealt with at the time of variance if the Council chose to do so. lhlan moved, Kough seconded, tabling of approval of a MINOR SUBDIVISION of property at 2808 Lakeview Avenue, for consideration at the time of Variance consideration. Roll Call Ayes: Maschlca; Schroeder; Ihlan and Kough. Nays: Klausing. 9. Consider a Process to fill a Vacancy on the Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission (Continued from 9/12/05 Council Meeting) Mayor Klausing sought Council consensus on the options provided by City Manager Beets related to the vacancy on the Public Works, Environment, and Transportation Commission (PWET). Councilmember Schroeder opined that the incoming City Council should take action on the vacancy; and the PWET could operate with four Commissioners until that time. Councilmember Schroeder reiterated his concerns with potential conflict of interest issues with Mr. Neprash serving on an advisory committee to the City Council, while also serving occasionally as a contracted consultant for the City. City Manager Beets noted that Mr. Neprash served as an engineer for the firm of Bonestroo, et al, a f�n sometimes used for consultation purposes by the City. Councilmember Schroeder noted Mr. Neprash's expertise with NPDES and storm water issues; often providing services through the League of Minnesota Cities. Councilmember lhlan expressed her discomfort in discussing someone's potential conflict of interest without that person in attendance; and the Iacl� of research information available. Councilmember Ihlan opined her support for the next-highest vote getter in the Council ranking for appointment to serve at this time on the PWET. Process to fill a Vacancy PWET Commission (Continued from 9/12/05 Council Meeting)