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Elk River City Council Meeting January 24, 2000 Page 3 4.6, 4,7, Board of Review Meetin.q The city clerk informed the council that the local Board of Review meeting has been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, 2000. The City Council requested the clerk to contact the county assessor to see if the meeting could possibly be held on a Monday. Consider Hirin.q Process for Director of Economic Development The city administrator informed the council that the EDA made a motion to support Jeff Gongoil as an applicant for the director of economic development position. It was the consensus of the council that they concurred with the EDA recommendation that Jeff Gongoll would be a good candidate for the position. Discussion was held regarding selecting and hiring process. It was suggested that a committee be formed including a member of the council, EDA, HRA, and staff to interview Jeff Gongoll. It was suggested that Jim Brimeyer be contacted and to possibly have him sit in on the interview to give an unbiased opinion. It was the consensus of the City Council to authorize the city administrator to contact Jim Brimeyer to discuss procedure options for the selection process. 5. Open Mike 7,1, Rolfe Anderson, 19411 irving Circle, indicated his concern regarding litter in and around the Elk Park Center project. Consider Fire Inspector or Assistant Fire Chief Position for Fire Department The city administrator noted that the fire chief has requested to delay action on this item. 8. Staff Updates The city administrator informed the council that the city attorney is pursuing the summons and complaint on a civil basis for the Tim Smith situation. 9. Other Business Councilmember Farber noted that he had received complaints from property owners regarding snowmobilers riding on private property. He requested more enforcement from the police department. Councilmember Dietz indicated he has also received many calls regarding this issue and suggested that the Park and Recreation Commission discuss this issue and possibly map out an area or routes where snowmobiles can be used. The City Council recessed to the training room at 7:05 p.m. The City Council reconvened in a joint meeting with District 728 School Board at 7:13 p.m. The following School Board Members were present: Dr. David Flannery, Mark Strater, Patti Scharber, MJ Swanson and Linda Ritchie.