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WN 0' IM BRMTON the city that works for you Council Worksession June 25, 2013 5:00 pm Present: Mayor Dave Jacobsen Councilmember Mary Burg Councilmember Paul Jacobsen Councilmember Char Samuelson Councilmember Gina Bauman Absent: Staff in Attendance: Dean Lotter, Bob Jacobson, Tony Paetznick, Grant Fernelius, Janice Gundlach, Joe Hatch, Craig Schlichting, Jason West, Kevin Mannetter, Dan Maiers, Sandy Breuer, Grant Wyffels, Schwan Johnson Guests in Attendance: Craig Rapp Discussion Related to Urban Farming Task Force Joe Hatch, Code Enforcement Officer spoke about the process for forming a Task Force to address Urban Farming issues in the City. Director Fernelius asked for direction from the council. Mayor Jacobsen stated he would act as liaison for the task force. The Mayor suggested interviewing the applicants. Councilmember Burg and Jacobsen expressed concern with having ample time for interviewing candidates. It was determined to have nine commissioners. Manager Lotter suggested the Council request regular status updates from the commission. Councilmember Bauman suggested the council not have a liaison, in order to remain neutral, and minimize accessibility. Councilmember Jacobsen agreed with Councilmember Bauman regarding the liaison, especially because of the volatile subject. The council agreed they would like Commissioner Bruce Howard to serve as chairperson for the Task Force. Manager Lotter clarified that if Mr. Howard is not available, staff could make other recommendations for Chairperson. Storm Update Manager Lotter reported that residents have been inquiring about curb side pickup for their downed trees/branches; stating there seems to be the expectation that the service will be provided. Lotter stated the clean-up could be done by City Staff, with the additional expenses of equipment rental, and disposal cost; estimated at $22,000. Councilmember Burg expressed concern with setting precedence with the clean-up. Director Jacobson noted that this would be the second time the City has provided the service; the first time was in 2005. The council agreed to proceed with the City Manager's recommendation; clarifying that they will continue to monitor on a case-by-case basis.