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Development Services Manager Gladhill advised the subject site is zoned R -1 Residential, requiring a minimum lot size of 2.5 acre lots and he thinks additional subdivision would be unlikely. City Attorney Goodrich advised that under Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.05, Subd.3(c), the meeting can move into closed session to discuss confidential or non - public appraisal data and sale negotiations. He indicated closed session discussion will relate to sale of property at 178 Avenue and Vicuna Street, known as the Windsorwood property, which has been identified as surplus City owned land. The closed session will be tape recorded and that tape will be maintained for a period of eight years. Finance Director Lund advised the sale proceeds would be designated for the Park Trust Fund. Motion by Councilmember Backous, seconded by Councilmember Elvig, to move to Closed Session to discuss confidential negotiations. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Backous, Elvig, Kuzma, LeTourneau, Riley, and Tossey. Voting No: None. The City Council meeting moved into a Closed Session at 8:19 p.m. The City Council reconvened in Open Session at 8:45 p.m. City Attorney Goodrich stated the Council held discussion on an offer received and by consensus, directed staff to continue to negotiate the sale of a parcel located at 178 Avenue and Vicuna Street, known as the Windsorwood property. 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events. Mayor Strommen announced upcoming events and the official recognition on January 22, 2013, for former Mayor Ramsey, and Councilmembers McGlone and Wise. 9. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Tossey, seconded by Councilmember LeTourneau, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the City Council adjourned at 8:50 p.m. City Council / January 8, 2013 Page 8 of 9