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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 14, 2022 6:00 o’clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page 6 of 7 PUBLIC COMMENTS Brad Erickson, 2485 Independence Road, had some interesting conversations after the last meeting and thinks it is important for the Council to know that two of them were with the FBI and one was a gentleman instrumental in getting the City on the front page of the Star Tribune. Mr. Erickson noted it is important to revisit history from April and they were interested in the videos of Mr. Crosby at the governor’s mansion, as well. He is waiting to hear back on what will happen with those. He showed a video on his laptop. When the video was finished, Mr. Erickson stated that was “what you sent me that got me on the cover of the Star Tribune, and I’m the crazy one, isn’t that correct? I’m the one that needs a straightjacket.” Mr. Erickson said he is furious and asked if they understand what that means. They know who he is now and he knows they have been talking about it and many other people think it is a big deal and are very interested in this. He has a lot of questions, none are being asked, and none are being answered. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT Johnson thanked the public for their continued support with the recent election. He suggested hosting a debate for the candidates before in-person voting starts. He saw a lot of misinformation and it is hard to combat that face-to-face with people and a debate would allow candidates to ask questions and answer one another. Attorney Mattick will look into it. He stated the debates he has seen are usually set up by various organizations. He does not immediately see an issue with the City supporting it as long as there is equal access. Seals clarified that the Big Island bathrooms are closed but Big Island is not closed. The fencing out there is to keep people from driving or snowmobiling on the island as people have done in the past. She thanked City Clerk Anna Carlson and the Staff for all their work on the election. Printup congratulated Johnson and Alisa Benson, and noted he is also thankful to City Staff. He shared that December 3, 2022 is the Tree Lighting Event. Printup is also thankful for the Chief and fire fighters. Crosby congratulated Johnson and Alisa Benson, and thanked Eddy Rice for his participation, fighting a hard race, and doing a great job. Crosby shared his oldest daughter got married over the weekend and everything was wonderful. He noted the City received a lot of positive feedback on the Staff during the election, and he noted what the Park Commission has been doing with the parks has been incredible and he appreciates them putting their time forward to help the City and they do a great job. Mayor Walsh agreed with Crosby and congratulated Johnson and Alisa Benson. He noted an issue in the Crystal Bay neighborhood and he spent time with the Hennepin County Rail Authority lawyer going door-to-door and the impact of the people who live there. Mayor Walsh is trying to work with the Rail Authority on something reasonable and safe for citizens. ADJOURNMENT Printup moved, Crosby seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.