HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-27-2010 Council Work Session Minutes �
Orono City Council
Committee of the Whole
July 27,2010,6:30 p.m.
Orono City Council Chambers
Present: Mayor Jim White, Council Members Lili McMillan and Jim Murphy; City Administrator Jessica Loftus,
Assistant City Administrator for Long-Term Strategy Mike Gaffron, Finance Director Ron Olson, City
Clerk Lin Vee,State Senator Gen Olson, Gabriel Jabbour
1. Discussion with State Senator Gen Olson
Senator Gen Olson provided background information related to the legislation introduced by Senator
Chaudhary to abolish the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District(LMCD). Although the bill did not pass, its
introduction generated discussion among Lake Minnetonka cities about the role of the LMCD and other
agencies with authority over lake management. Senator Olson is seeking input from cities regarding their
experiences with the LMCD.
Uue to the current financial and economic climate, Senator Olson commented that informal discussions have
taken place about restructuring of government and exploring ways in which cities and counties might be able
to coordinate services.
Senator Olson expressed her appreciation for the support of the Orono Council and encouraged Council to
contact her with any ideas and issues related to the district she represents.
2. Parking Options Along Dakota Rail Trail
Gaffron provided airphotos and maps of the Dakota Rail Trail from Wayzata to Spring Park. Council discussed
potential sites for public parking. The area behind the Navarre Fire Station and possibly an area near Blaine
Street were identified as options for further consideration.
3. Comments Regarding Information Updates
There were no comments.
4. Other Issues of Current Interest
Gaffron distributed a draft web page of Big Island Park Rules for Council review and comment.
The meeting closed at 8:15 p.m.
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Linda S. Vee, City Clerk J me M. White, Mayor
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