Minutes - Council Work Session - 12/10/2013

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2.03: Discussion on Board and Commissions Reappointments Human Resources Manager Lasher reviewed the staff report and explained the purpose of this case is to determine whether to recruit for the upcoming expiring seats on the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission, or to reappoint the incumbent members who are seeing reappointment. She reported that all Commissioners with expiring terms are seeking reappointment. In addition, the Chairs have indicated support for those reappointments. Human Resources Manager Lasher stated Randy Bauer is also interested in reappointment to the Planning Commission, though has not yet submitted a statement. She explained if reappointment is supported, the City will only advertise for the one vacant position. Mayor Strommen asked for the consensus of the Council. Councilmember Backous stated support for appointing those interested in reappointment and not spend the City's and Council's time on advertising and interviewing. Councilmember Kuzma stated support to require the Chair's recommendation when a member seeks reappointment. Human Resources Manager Lasher stated when she called the members to let them know their term was up, they were appreciative of not having to follow the reapplication/interview process. Councilmember LeTourneau stated he agrees with the new process. Councilmember Riley noted the Mayor appoints the EDA member and he appreciated that she allowed the Council to have the opportunity to voice their opinion. Mayor Strommen stated it is her intent to always allow the full discussion of the Council relating to EDA appointments. The consensus of the Council was to support reappointment of members, as recommended by the Chairs, and direct staff to advertise for the one vacancy. 2.04 Discussion Regarding 2014 Union Health Insurance Re- opener for AFSCME, LELS — Patrol and LELS- Sergeants (Discussion Closed to the Public) Human Resources Manager Lasher stated the purpose of the case is to come to a consensus to settle the 2014 Union Health Insurance contributions for AFSCME, LELS - Patrol and LELS- Sergeants. She advised that under Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.03, the meeting can move into Closed Session to discuss confidential City contribution towards AFSCME and LELS employee's 2014 health insurance. She indicated Closed Session discussion will relate to that contribution. The closed session will be tape recorded and that tape will be maintained for a period of eight years. City Council Work Session / December 10, 2013 Page 5 of 6