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City Council Minutes September 7, 2021 Page 4 Mayor Dietz suggested using the donation for something that would benefit the entire city, such as Elk RiverFest. Councilmember Wagner suggested a long-term fixture such as a bench or a mural at the Furniture and Things Community Events Center. Council determined to continue to think of ideas and wait to designate the funds. Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to adopt Resolution 21-60 to accept a donation from the Elk River Ministerial Association. Motion carried 4-0. 8.2 Lake Orono Improvement District Annual Budget 2022 Mr. Wisner introduced Patrick Plant, Chair of the OLID, who gave information on the OLID budget. Mayor Dietz asked about comments he had heard concerning an excess of aquatic weeds. Mr. Plant clarified that the weeds referenced the influx of aquatic native plants and the amount of undesirable vegetation. He suggested bringing a discussion on undesirable vegetation to a Council work session in the future. Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to adopt Resolution 21-61 approving OLID Resolution 21-012022 OLID Annual Service and Activities Charge Request. Motion carried 4-0. 8.3 Discuss Work Session Items Mr. Portner presented the staff report. 8.4 Call Closed Meetings Mayor Dietz stated there were two closed meetings. Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to call a closed meeting to discuss labor negotiations for the IUOE Local 49 to immediately follow the closed meeting discussing property at Elk River City Hall. Motion carried 4-0. Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to call a closed meeting to discuss the City's possible purchase of a portion of PID 75-131-3210 to be held immediately following the regular City Council meeting at Elk River City Hall. Motion carried 4-0. V E l t l Iv NAtURE