CITY
OF SOUTH LYON
REGULAR
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August
13, 2007
Mayor
Doyle called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m.
Mayor
Doyle led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
PRESENT:
Mayor Doyle
Council
Members: Kivell,
Kopkowski, Maida, Morelli and Wedell (1 vacancy)*
City
Manager Cook
Attorney
Lee
City
Clerk/Treasurer Zemke
Department
Heads: Collins, Martin & Renwick
APPROVAL
OF MINUTES:
Council
Member Maida stated that on page 5 the agenda item numbering is incorrect.
CM
8-1-07- APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JULY 23, 2007
Motion by Kivell, supported by Maida
To approve the minutes of the regular meeting of July 23, 2007 as amended
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVAL
OF MONTHLY BILLS:
Councilman
Kivell asked if the water pump was for the Algin.
Superintendent Renwick stated that it is.
Councilman Kivell stated that it seems there has been a lot of
maintenance for that machine.
Councilman
Kivell asked about the payment to Forsythe Brothers for work at Volunteer Park.
Superintendent Renwick stated that this was for the leveling of the ball
fields and resetting of the bases that were starting to settle, etc.
Councilman
Kivell asked if the lease on the Explorer is terminated.
Chief Collins stated that we budgeted to buy it at lease end and we now
own that. The
payment is the terminal payment of the lease.
CM
8-2-07- APPROVAL OF MONTHLY BILLS
Motion by Wedell, supported by Morelli
To approve the monthly bills as presented
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
Mayor
Doyle stated that he would like to remove the Executive Session from the agenda.
The City Manager will be providing additional information for the next
meeting.
Chief
Collins stated that he has received a request for a block party for Drury Lane
and would like that added to the agenda.
CM
8-3-07 – APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Wedell, supported by Kivell
To approve the agenda as amended by removing Executive Session and adding
New Business #5 for
the Drury Lane Block Party request
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITIZENS
SUGGESTIONS:
None
OLD
BUSINESS:
1.
Applications for City Council Seat- filling vacancy
Mayor
Doyle stated that we have received three applications and letters of interest.
All three applicants are present and requested that each of the
applicants state who they are, what they do and why they are interested in
serving.
Mr.
Dick Selden of 62401-1 Raleigh Ct. stated that he has been a resident of South
Lyon for approximately 12 years.
He served four years on City Council and lost by one vote in the last
election. He
did run a poor campaign due to severe personal family problems.
He has served as the SEMCOG representative for the City and attended
every Michigan Municipal League conference while he served on Council.
He has been active in the Substance Abuse Coalition and served as
Treasurer. He
has also served on the Pumpkinfest Committee since the time that it was going to
be given up.
Councilman
Kivell asked Mr. Selden what is driving him to want to hold the position.
Mr. Selden stated that he has served in public service for most of his
life. He
would like to stay active in the community.
Mr.
William Rodman of 1176 Chestnut stated that he has been active in the community
since the first year after they moved to South Lyon.
He has served on the Planning Commission for approximately 5 years and
served as a board member of the Pumpkinfest Committee and remains a part of that
group. He
stated that he believes that when you find a community that you want to call
home, you need to become involved. He is willing to do whatever it takes.
He further stated that he is currently co-chair of the Beautification
Committee.
Mr.
Randy Cortright of 1023 Arabian Ct. stated that he moved to the City in 1998
with his wife and since that time they started their family.
He has served on the Parks and Recreation Commission since approximately
2001. When
Ray Dryer was elected to City Council, he took over as Chair of that Commission.
He stated that he is looking to expand his experience in working with the
community.
Councilman
Wedell asked if Mr. Cortright plans to run for office in the next election.
Mr. Cortright stated that his intention is to not run.
The primary reason is that he has two daughters ages 6 and 3,which can be
a handful. He
stated that his wife is home with them most days and needs a break in the
evening. They
had talked about this as just a temporary position.
He stated that he is interested in running at some point but not until
his kids are at least in elementary school.
Councilman
Wedell stated that Mr. Cortright’s commitment is well known and appreciated.
He asked Mr. Cortright about his continuing interest in that position.
Mr. Cortright stated that if he were appointed to City Council, once he
has served that temporary term, he would probably re-apply to the Parks and
Recreation or possibly Planning Commission.
Councilman
Kivell asked what is driving the desire to fill in during the interim.
Mr. Cortwright stated that he and Ray Dryer have been friends for years
and are like-minded in a lot of ways and would provide some type of continuity
until the next election.
Also, he is interested in learning more about City Council to gage his
longer-term interest in serving.
Councilman
Morelli stated that he would like to thank all three applicants for stepping up
and filling out applications.
He stated that his opinion is that Randy does a good job on Parks and
Recreation and his desire to stay says a lot.
He stated that he understands Ray Dryer’s desire for him to fill the
spot, but he thinks that with the current Council, his torch would be well
carried. He
stated that in his opinion, the person with the most qualifications is Bill
Rodman. He
has served the community since he moved here.
He
has served on the Planning Commission and has run for Council.
He has been and is involved with the Pumpkinfest and Beautification.
CM
8-4-07 – APPOINTMENT TO THE VACANT COUNCIL SEAT
Motion by Morelli, supported by Kopkowski
To appoint William Rodman of 1176 Chestnut to the vacant Council seat
Discussion
was held on proper procedure.
Attorney Lee stated that there is a motion on the floor and it has been
seconded. If
there is not a majority, there would be another motion in order.
Councilman
Kivell stated that one thing he has always appreciated about Bill, particularly
when he served on the Planning Commission, is that he would find an angle to
view a problem from a perspective that not everyone else did so there was a
broader view of where a problem might lie or a solution.
Even if it is controversial view, those things are still helpful in
making a decision.
Council
Member Kopkowski stated that she is surprised about how many different things
Bill comes out to do in the community.
He helps out in a lot of different categories and areas of the community.
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED (2 Opposed)
*
City Clerk/Treasurer Zemke administered the Oath of Office to William
Rodman as the new Council Member.
Councilman
Kivell thanked the other applicants.
He stated that we would have been served well by any of the applicants.
Mayor Doyle stated that we were very fortunate to have three very well
qualified candidates.
2.
Selection of Pro-Tem
Mayor
Doyle stated that Ray Dryer was Mayor Pro-tem as well so we need to appoint a
member of Council to fill that capacity.
He stated that at the last meeting, Councilman Wedell expressed interest
in that position.
Councilman Kivell wished to wait until we had a full body.
The Mayor Pro-tem serves in the absence of the Mayor.
CM
8-5-07 – REMOVE MOTION FOR APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO-TEM OFF THE TABLE
Motion by Kivell, supported by Morelli
To remove from the table the motion to appoint Councilman Wedell as Mayor
Pro-tem
Councilman
Kivell stated that he would like to point out that he is the only member of
Council that has served a full term on City Council and has served two years as
Mayor Pro-tem.
In November he will have 10 years on City Council and feels he is capable
that there are not too many new “wrinkles” that would present themselves
that we have not already had similar situation.
He stated that he too is vying for this position.
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Council
Member Kopkowski stated that she offered Glenn because he is the only one that
has served a full term, and she feels that although in the past it has been the
person who has served the longest, it should go with experience and who
understands the most about what has happened previously, etc.
She stated that she feels that both Harvey and Glenn would do a good job,
but her reason for “stirring the pot” was to set a precedent for future
Councils.
Councilman
Morelli suggested that each give a statement as to why they would be best for
the job.
Councilman
Wedell stated that the Charter talks about filling of the Mayor Pro-tem and
talks about the senior member of the Council from a standpoint of continuous
service will act as Mayor Pro-tem in the interim so, in essence, he has served
in the position since the resignation of Ray Dryer.
He stated that he was appointed to Council much like what took place
tonight with the notion that longevity had meaning.
Also, experience is not to be discounted.
Although he does not have as many years experience with this body, he
sits with other legislative bodies and in terms of chairing a meeting in the
absence of the Mayor, he sits at the head of the table more times in a month
than what the Mayor Pro-tem will do in a year.
This is not the board of a number of years ago.
It is larger and clearly more diverse.
He stated that his commitment would be that when he leads a meeting, he
will lead a meeting where everyone has an opportunity to be heard fairly and in
order and will lead a meeting, not a discussion.
Councilman
Kivell stated that in the Charter, the Council appoints a Mayor Pro-tem.
As a default position, it is the person with the longest continuous
service. That
is a protective device not to lead what the outcome on that decision is.
He stated that Councilman Wedell has implied that there is mayhem taking
place regularly on this board, and he does not see that as being the case.
Everyone has opportunity to give their input and he has no intention of
changing that.
He does have some concern that parliamentary things will be a mode of
censorship. On
this board, the most important thing is that the proper conclusion is made in
the end, and that would be his intent in leading a meeting.
Councilman
Wedell stated that Robert’s Rules of Order are designed to give every person
at the table and in a meeting a fair opportunity to be heard.
To insinuate that the Rules of Order would be used to limit discussion is
absolutely against the character of Roberts Rules of Order.
Councilman
Kivell stated that “Glen’s Rules of Order” are essentially that everyone
will have opportunity to get their say.
Councilman
Morelli asked Councilman Wedell for clarification of his statement.
Councilman Wedell stated that the job of the presiding person is to lead
the meeting and to ensure that everyone is heard and all of the discussion is
complete. His
commitment is to lead a meeting, not lead a discussion.
He will ensure that everyone else is heard before he will be heard.
The purpose of the meeting is for free discussion for everyone to be
heard clearly.
Discussion
was held on Robert’s Rules of Order.
Councilman Morelli stated that he has chaired many meetings and he still
does not know Robert’s Rules of Order.
Attorney Lee stated that the Charter states that the Council makes its
own rules. Many
years ago Council adopted Robert’s Rules of Order.
If Council wishes to un-adopt them and make their own rules, Council is
free to do that.
Until that time, Robert’s Rules of Order is in place.
Further discussion was held on the Rules.
Councilman
Rodman asked Councilman Wedell if a motion is made, would he allow continued
discussion prior to a vote.
Councilman Wedell stated that he would as long as it pertained to the
motion on the table.
CM
8-6-07 – APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO-TEM
Motion by Maida, supported by Kivell
To appoint Councilman Wedell as Mayor Pro-tem
The
question was asked if the only job as Mayor Pro-tem is to serve in the absence
of the Mayor. It
was stated that there are no other duties other than to serve in the absence of
the Mayor.
VOTE:
MOTION FAILED
CM
8-7-07 – APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO-TEM
Motion by Kopkowski, supported by Morelli
To appoint Councilman Kivell as Mayor Pro-tem
ROLL
CALL VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED
Kivell – Yes
Kopkowski - Yes
Rodman – Yes
Morelli - Yes
Doyle – No
Maida – No
Wedell – No
Councilman
Wedell congratulated Councilman Kivell and thanked those who supported him.
3.
Proposed Acquisition- Purchase Agreement
Attorney
Lee stated that at the City Council’s request, we have submitted an offer to
purchase pursuant to discussion in Executive Session.
The agreement is for $450,000 to purchase the Nettles properties on terms
and conditions he feels is appropriate.
We need Council to approve the offer prior to submitting it to the
Nettles.
Councilman
Kivell discussed bonding versus paying cash.
He stated that our land acquisition generates almost $49,000 per year
plus $15,000 in rent from the existing properties.
It would take 2 ¾ years to pay back the general fund.
He stated that he does not know of any interest-earning vehicle that
would come close to generating the $35,000 just for the bonding, to say nothing
of the interest over the course of the bonding.
City Manager Cook stated that you are paying a much lower interest on the
bond than you earn in the account.
He stated that if you want to sell bonds, we cannot be landlords.
We would have to vacate the property and attach it to the park within a
reasonable time.
Attorney Lee stated that in drafting the agreement, he has left the
options open. He
would like to preserve that discussion until after the Nettles have accepted the
offer.
Attorney
Lee stated that if anyone would like to discuss any terms or conditions, we
should go into Executive Session.
If Council wishes to approve the agreement as is, that needs to be in
open session.
Attorney
Lee stated that this is a cash purchase, but gives us the option to fund the
cash purchase with a bond sale if Council so desires.
If we elect to do this by bond, it might take longer to close because we
have a public notification etc.
City Manager Cook stated that there would be a 45-day referendum period.
Councilman
Wedell stated that he will be voting “No” on this issue as he has made it
clear before, he believes the price is too high.
CM
8-8-07 – APPROVAL OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT – PROPOSED ACQUISITION
Motion by Kivell, supported by Morelli
To approve the Purchase Agreement for the proposed acquisition as
presented
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED (Doyle & Wedell – No)
4.
MERS Annual Conference- selection of Delegate Lori Mosier and Alternate
Bob Martin
City
Manager Cook stated that Council needs to approve the employee selection of the
delegate and alternate.
Mayor Doyle stated that the employees have chosen Lori Mosier as the
delegate and Bob Martin as the alternate.
CM
8-9-07 – APPROVAL OF MERS CONFERENCE – DELGATE AND ALTERNATE
Motion by Rodman, supported by Maida
To approve the selection of Lori Mosier as the employee delegate and Bob
Martin as the alternate for
the annual MERS conference
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
NEW
BUSINESS:
1.
SMART- Municipal Credit Contract for $9,432
City
Manager Cook stated that this is our annual contract for the municipal credit
program in the amount of $9,432.
This goes towards our People’s Express agreement, which is now in its
third year and expires June 30, 2008.
This is the standard agreement and recommends approval.
This is for transportation for anyone who needs a ride on the People’s
Express vehicles.
Councilman
Morelli stated that People’s Express contract costs the City $50,000.
We bring in approximately $1,500 in fares and the $9,432 with this
program. Essentially,
the program costs the City $39,000.
Council
Member Kopkowski stated that it is a great program and gives people the
opportunity to be more mobile.
City
Manager Cook stated that when we started the transportation program, it was only
for seniors. With
the contract with People’s Express anybody who wants a ride can with the
payment of the fare.
The fare is $4 roundtrip outside the City and $2 within the City.
Mr.
Dick Selden of 62401-1 Raleigh Ct. stated that he does not believe that
everyone, at least in Colonial Acres, knows that it can be used by anybody.
Discussion was held on putting additional information out to people.
CM
8-10-07 – APPROVAL OF SMART MUNICIPAL CREDIT CONTRACT
Motion by Kivell, supported by Kopkowski
To approve the Municipal Credit Contract with SMART in the amount of
$9,432
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2.
Proposal for Professional Engineering Service- Stage 2 Disinfectants
Mr.
Jessee VanDeCreek of Hubbell, Roth and Clark stated that they have prepared a
proposal for professional engineering services to comply with the EPA’s new
regulation for stage 2 disinfectants byproducts monitoring.
All public water supplies that disinfect their water with chlorine are
required to monitor the systems for byproducts of chlorines.
He described the breakdown of the chlorine that is in the distribution
system for too long.
This happens in old facilities and aging infrastructure.
This is something that is not being handled by the MDEQ.
It is a direct rule that is promulgated by the EPA.
It requires us to do an analysis of the distribution system to identify
where the locations are, justify the locations to the EPA, go through the review
process with the water department, document what the plan is going to be and
implement the plan over the next two years.
You have to monitor the locations for a minimum one year regardless of
what is found.
The plan has to be submitted by October 1st this year.
They have worked with a lot of communities and the EPA on these.
If the EPA does not respond by October 1, 2008, you automatically begin
monitoring for a year after.
The water department has been required, as part of the Stage 1 program,
to test once per year.
Stage 2 is requiring us to go out into the distribution system and look
in places where we might have dead-end mains, downstream of elevated storage
tanks, etc.
Council
Member Kopkowski asked if we have ever been asked to do this.
Mr. VanDeCreek stated that we have not.
He further explained how this came about based on a study conducted by
the Core of Engineers in Washington D.C.
This is the first time that this kind of rule has been implemented by the
EPA without being promulgated by a state first.
He discussed the compliance deadline based on the size of communities.
Mr.
VanDeCreek further discussed the creation of the byproducts. Discussion was held
on preventative maintenance such as checking the hydrants and flushing the
lines. Mr.
VanDeCreek stated that we do not anticipate any problems, but we do need to
comply with the law and prove that you do not have the issue.
He explained the process of identifying and tests that will have to take
place every 90 days.
The results of the submitted samples will determine what the continued
compliance will be.
He further stated that it is an open item that is always subject to
review.
Council
Member Kopkowski asked if this is a standard service that HRC provides or was
there special training required.
Mr. VanDeCreek stated that they are water treatment specialists.
They focus on water treatment and they have specific staff that is
trained by FEMA. They have successfully completed 17 of these to date.
CM
8-11-07 – APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Motion by Rodman, supported by Morelli
To approve the proposal for Professional Engineering Services from HRC
for the Stage 2 Disinfectants
Compliance
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3.
Bids-
a.
4x4 Service
Truck- $29,965.13
b.
1- ton Dump
Truck $42,195.13
Superintendent
Renwick stated that he has two vehicles that need to be replaced before winter.
One vehicle is 11 years old and the other is 12 years old.
Both of these vehicles are 4-wheel drive and will both have plows.
One is a service truck, the other is a small 1-ton dump truck which will
also have a spreader.
The service truck costs a total of $29,695.13 and the dump truck
$42,195.13. One
bid came from a State bid through Hines Park Ford and one bid came from the
Oakland County bid, which is through Red Holman.
Hines Park came in with the lowest combined total.
Councilman
Kivell asked if the maintenance on the existing truck will continue.
Superintendent Renwick stated that they are used up and will be put up
for auction.
Councilman
Kivell stated that the dump truck has been needed for a while.
We have big equipment trying to do smaller jobs.
Mayor
Doyle asked about the expected delivery.
Superintendent Renwick stated that when he talked to them, there were
several dealers that did have the chassis available.
Once it is approved, we will have to check to see if there is any change,
but would expect 60-90 days for delivery.
Councilman
Wedell asked if this was a planned budgeted replacement.
Superintendent Renwick stated that this is a planned expenditure.
Councilman
Rodman asked if the warranties were explored between the two vendors.
Superintendent Renwick stated that warranties are changing all the time.
We have always had good luck and good service with the Fords.
He did not specifically look at the warranty difference between the GMC
and Ford. Councilman Rodman asked if the history of incidents in or out of
warranty is tracked.
Superintendent Renwick stated that we have never tracked that.
Discussion was held on the difference in warranties between service
vehicles versus consumer warranties.
The
question was asked if the addition of plow or other equipment void the warranty.
Superintendent Renwick stated that these are all built for these types of
applications and are under warranty.
CM
8-12-07 – APPROVAL OF BID – 4X4 SERVICE TRUCK
Motion by Wedell, supported by Morelli
To approve the bid from Hines Park Ford to purchase a 4X4 Service truck
in the amount of $29,695.13
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CM
8-13-07 – APPROVAL OF BID – 1-TON DUMP TRUCK
Motion by Wedell, supported by Maida
To approve the bid from Hines Park Ford to purchase a 1-ton dump truck in
the amount of $42,195.13
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.
Road Closure- 2007 Fall Witch’s Hat Run- September 8
Chief
Collins stated that this is a fundraiser, which in the past has been for the
South Lyon High School cross-country team.
This year will be a fundraiser for both South Lyon and South Lyon East
High School cross-country teams.
The road closure requires one officer on over-time at the expense of the
organizer. This
would close a portion of Eleven Mile as well as a portion of Martindale for
approximately 15 minutes each.
This would cause minimal disruption to traffic on Saturday morning and he
would recommend approval.
Councilman
Kivell stated that this is an ideal route.
It is pretty and serves the function and is non-impact on the community.
CM
8-14-07 – APPROVAL OF ROAD CLOSURE – 2007 WITCH’S HAT RUN
Motion by Maida, supported by Kopkowski
Resolved
That Julie Zemke, City Clerk/Treasurer is hereby authorized make application to
the Road Commission for Oakland County on behalf of the City of South Lyon in
the County of Oakland, Michigan for the necessary permits to conduct the 2007
Fall Witch’s Hat Run on September 8, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. and the related road
closures:
·
Eleven Mile
Road – East drive of South Lyon High School to Eagle Heights Drive
·
Martindale
Road – Arrow to Eleven Mile
And
that the City of South Lyon in the County of Oakland, Michigan will faithfully
fulfill all permit requirements, and shall save harmless, indemnify, defend and
represent the Board against any and all claims for bodily injury or property
damage, or any other claim arising out of or related to operations authorized by
such permits as issued.
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.
Drury Lane Block Party
Chief
Collins stated that this is for the Drury Lane pig roast.
Unfortunately, we just received the request today for a block party this
upcoming Saturday.
He would ask that for any type of event such as this that application be
submitted 3-4 weeks early in order to research it and get it on the agenda.
However, he was able to check the area and does not anticipate any
problems and would recommend approval.
He further stated that their event is 11 a.m. and will end at 9:30 p.m.
to coincide with the earlier darkness.
The
question was asked why darkness plays a role.
Chief Collins stated that when you are doing a street closure, it is best
not to extend beyond darkness.
One of the things common with block parties is children running across
streets and through yards.
For safety sake, he does try to end them by dark.
CM
8-15-07 – APPROVAL OF ROAD CLOSURE – DRURY LANE
Motion by Kivell, supported by Wedell
To approve the closure of Drury Lane for a block party on August 18, 2007
from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Council
Comments
Councilman
Rodman stated that he would like to thank everyone who supported him for
appointment. Everyone
on Council is honorable and doing the City a great service.
Council
Member Kopkowski stated that there was a note in the packet indicating that we
have completed planting of 146 trees.
She asked what is going to be done about all of the dead trees that were
planted. Superintendent
Renwick stated that they will be coming back and taking care of those this year.
Council Member Kopkowski asked if we know the percentage of trees that
were planted and already dead.
She further stated that it is important for us to know when we award a
bid. Superintendent
Renwick stated that we had an early summer and an extreme summer.
A lot of the trees do drop their leaves after transplant, and if you look
closely at some of them there are new buds.
They will be going through and looking at each tree carefully.
Councilman
Kivell stated that he had opportunity to ride his bike to Volunteer Park, which
he has not done since the sprinkler system was installed.
It is a terrific park, more so now that you have real turf to play on. He
asked if Parks and Recreation considered planting any trees.
There is a great deal of parking, but if there were some trees, it would
provide some protection as well as aesthetic value.
Jessee VanDeCreek stated that when Phase 1 of Volunteer Park was done, a
landscape plan was also designed.
That is still on the shelf, but the funds were not available at the time.
City Manager Cook stated that the programs we have been using through the
DNR are also available for other public property.
If they continue that, we can take some of the trees that we have been
trying to replace the Ash trees and put them in the park area.
Councilman Kivell stated that he had hoped that the Recreation Commission
could pick that up and move in that direction.
Councilman
Kivell stated in regards to the synopsis from HRC regarding Whipple Street,
although it seems pertinent, it still does not excuse the fact that they are
suggesting final payment on a project that, in his view, is not repaired
properly or less than what it should have been.
Councilman
Wedell stated that at the last meeting he mentioned the bike trail on the way to
Cambridge. The DPW was out the very next day and repaired the bridge and cleaned
up the vandalism and graffiti.
He thanked the DPW for that.
Council
Member Maida stated that she would like to thank the City Clerk for getting the
reservations in for the MML Convention in promptly.
Councilman
Morelli stated that they had talked about Council meeting with the Parks and
Recreation Commission, and that has not yet happened.
He would like to get a meeting scheduled.
Discussion was held on coordinating that joint meeting.
Councilman
Morelli asked what happens to the minutes of Executive Session.
City Clerk/Treasurer stated that they are sealed and maintained for one
year and one day.
Attorney Lee stated that no action is ever taken in Executive Sessions so
there is no need for approval.
If someone were to sue us under the Open Meeting Act, the Court would
order the minutes to be delivered to the Court and the Court would determine
whether we complied with the Open Meetings Act, specifically were we in there
for the appropriate purpose and was no action taken that would require the City
to spend money or take a position.
Executive
Session-
City Manager Evaluation – Removed from the agenda
CM
8-16-07 – ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Rodman, supported by Morelli
To adjourn the meeting at 8:53 p.m.
VOTE:
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Respectfully
Submitted,
_
___________________________
_______________________________
John
Doyle, Jr.
Julie C. Zemke
Mayor
City Clerk/Treasurer