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7.08: Discuss Property Acquisition Related to Realignment of Sunwood Drive — (portions of this case were closed to the public) Councilmember Wise recused himself at 8:39 p.m. due to a potential conflict of interest. City Engineer Himmer reviewed the staff report. City Attorney Goodrich advised that under Minnesota Statutes 13D.05, the meeting can move into closed session to discuss confidential or non- public appraisal data and acquisition negotiations. He indicated closed session discussion will relate to property acquisitions for the realignment of Sunwood Drive and Armstrong Boulevard /TH 10 grade separated interchange. The closed session will be tape recorded and that tape will be maintained for a period of eight years. Motion by Councilmember Backous, seconded by Councilmember Strommen, to move to closed session to discuss acquisition negotiations. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Backous, Strommen, Elvig, McGlone, and Tossey. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Wise. The City Council meeting moved into a closed session at 8:45 p.m. The City Council meeting reconvened in open session at 9:08 p.m. City Attorney Goodrich reported the Council held discussion during closed session related to acquisition, reached no decision, and gave direction to staff to undertake further negotiations. This item will come back to the City Council at a future meeting. Councilmember Wise returned to the meeting at 9:09 p.m. 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events. The City Council briefly discussed Ramsey- related bills under consideration by the Legislature. 9. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Tossey, seconded by Mayor Ramsey, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the City Council adjourned at 9:11 p.m. Respectfully submitted, City Council / March 13, 2012 Page l0 of 11