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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 23, 1987 PUBLIC INFORMATION /MARKETING CONTINUED Councilmember Sime feels that the public is not getting informed through the newspaper(s). He feels a newsletter is necessary and could be done with little expense. Councilmember Goetten felt the newspaper option should be used first. Mayor Grabek suggested that he draft the initial issues of importance with Council review prior to printing on a monthly basis. HENNEPIN CONSERVATION DISTRICT LEGISLATION PACKAGE City Administrator submitted the proposed Hennepin Conservation District Legislation for Council review and comments. Councilmember Goetten asked if the Freshwater Biological Institute has been informed. Zoning Administrator Mabusth stated that the FWBI has been informed. PARKING RESTRICTION MOLLY'S CORNER City Administrator Bernhardson explained a request was received to eliminate parking in the vicinity of Molly's Corner. After a review of the issues related to the possible closing, staff recommends that no closing be undertaken at this time, but look to see if the issues of safety can be addressed. Additionally, it is recommended that issues regarding the Tanager Bridge be directed by the residents to Dakota Rail. It was moved by Mayor Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Peterson, for the Council to accept the letter from the residents and that Council has deemed that apart from addressing the safety concerns that no further action be taken at this time. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. MARCH COUNCIL SCHEDULE City Administrator Bernhardson explained that due to scheduling conflicts in March with Councilmembers being out of town, it is recommended that the regularly scheduled meeting dates be changed to Tuesday, March 17 and Monday, March 30, 1987. Mayor Grabek stated he has a conflict with the regular schedule dates. 15