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r • MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 26, 2001 ( #6 Long Lake Fire Station, Continued) White suggested that some language regarding the funding from Mn/DOT also be included in the resolution. White recommended the funds be deposited as soon as possible into an interest bearing account. Moorse stated it was his understanding, following the conclusion of the last fire station meeting, that everyone was in agreement regarding the monies to be received from Mn/DOT. Moorse stated since that time there appears to be some misunderstanding relating to the funds; and if the resolution spells out a certain percentage that Orono is to receive, the Long Lake City Council may have some objection to that item. Flint stated that item in his view relates to Item No. 4. Jim Murphy, 30 Orono Orchard Road, stated the committee should do whatever it can to get the 2.48 million dollars from Mn/DOT, which was based on a number of factors. Murphy stated it was his understanding that that agreement did not include a percentage breakdown to each city. Murphy stated Mn/DOT entered into the agreement in a good faith effort in order to allow the cities to receive the money as soon as possible, and it would be up to the cities to determine how that money should be allocated. Murphy stated in his view taking a position regarding a percentage breakdown should be avoided at this time. • Moorse inquired whether it was White's suggestion that the money be put into an escrow account until the three cities decide on how it should be allocated. White stated that was his suggestion. Tom Barrett, City Attorney, recommended that type of language not be included in the resolution unless the exact percentages are known and agreed upon. Nygard commented in his view the three cities have managed to reach agreement on most of the major points involving the new fire station. Nygard encouraged the committee members to continue to move forward in a positive direction rather than focusing on the negatives. Gabriel Jabbour stated it would be in the best interests of the communities to get the money as soon as possible into an escrow account. Mayor Peterson indicated this item will be discussed at the meeting on Friday and that an agreement will be reached on the allocation of the money in the near future. Murphy encouraged the Council to continue to maintain the good will that has been established between the two cities. Mayor Peterson indicated that herself, Jim Murphy, Charles Kelley, and Gabriel Jabbour will continue to serve on this committee. • PAGE 5