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February 14,2012 Page 3 of 4 Public Hearing Motion by Councilmember Samuelson seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the None Consent Agenda as presented. Discussion related to Item Number 6: Council Business None City Manager Dean Lotter reported that the issue is related to the size of the base plate of the communications tower built by Clearwire,located in Freedom Park In June 2011 the City Council appointed David Orenstein as the Hearing Officer. The City needs to identify a different Hearing Officer as Commission Liaison Resorts, the original Officer acted as a mediator in the 2011 discussions. Announcements and Councilmember Samuelson thanked Manager Lotter for his explanation,and wanted to assure residents that Updates the City Council is continuing the process. 4 Ayes,0 Nays-Motion Carried Public Hearing None Council Business None Commission Liaison Reports,Announcements and Updates Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported there are two Neighborhoods Meetings remaining; February 16th at Hansen Park, and February 23rd at Freedom Park. The Town Hall meeting is scheduled for Saturday, March 24, 2012. Gina Bauman Councilmember Bauman reported the Planning Commission recommended the Temporary Sign Ordinance to the City Council in January. Councilmember Bauman reported she will serve as the Secretary/Treasurer of the North Suburban Cable Commission. Comcast recently conducted a survey; the findings were overall favorable, with the exception of pricing. It was noted that a new triple play pricing option will be available in March. Interested students were encouraged to apply for the scholarships being offered through the North Suburban Cable Commission. Mary Burg absent Char Samuelson Councilmember Samuelson reported the EDC will next meet February 21st at 7:30 am. Mayor Jacobsen Mayor Jacobsen reported that he attended the League of Minnesota Cities conference for experienced elected officials. Mayor Jacobsen is continuing to look for collaborative opportunities with the local school districts. It was reported that Irondale High School is the first in the State to offer students the opportunity to earn an associates degree while enrolled in high school. Mayor Jacobsen and Manager Lotter are discussing recruiting students to serve on one of the City's advisory commissions; in order to allow for a broader perspective. The program with Ramsey County Library-One Book, One Community-was well received in the community, and plans are being made to continue in the future.