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Councilmember Slavik stated that as a rental property owner in another community, he understands the value of the rental housing ordinance. He stated that he would like consideration for maintaining a two year license term. Councilmember Hollenbeck stated as a member of the Administrative Committee, she looks forward to working with the rental housing community on a review of the fee structure. Moved by Councihnember Schultz, seconded by Councihmember Balsanek to approve the fee ordinance updates, with the exception of any changes to the rental housing fees. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Councilmember Hollenbeck abstaining. Habitat for Humanity Homeowners' Association Request for City to Take Over Access as Public Right of Way Public Works Director Montgomery introduced the item and stated that staff recommends that the City deny the request to take over the right of way as requested. George May, attorney for the homeowners association, requested that the Council consider the unique circumstances and approve the request. Ruth Hawkin, attorney for the other homeowners, also requested consideration of approving the request. Councihnember Alongi stated that this is a judicial manner, and not the City's role. Moved by Councihmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to support staffls recommendation to deny the request by the homeowners association. 7 Ayes; Nays, none. River Flats Xcel Transmission Line Relocation City Engineer Egger introduced the item. He stated that Council direction on whether a wooden or steel pole at the trail intersection as part of the permanent transmission line relocation is the wish of the Council. A steel pole, which the Council had previously given conceptual approval for, will be funded from the aesthetic budget. Egger noted that a decision is necessary for the process to begin. There was discussion about the price difference in the steel pole from earlier in the summer, the amount available from the non-bridge aesthetic budget, the ability to replace the east lattice pole with a monopole, and the status of the process. Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the easement request as presented. 7 Ayes; Nays, none. Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to approve the steel pole as part of the transmission line relocation. Roll call vote was taken. Ayes; four. Nays, three. Councilmembers Slavik, Alongi, and Balsanek voting against. The motion passes. Authorize Signature-Hastings Bridge Programmatic Agreement Moved by Councilmember Hollenbeck, seconded by Councilmember Slavik to authorize signature as presented. 7 Ayes; Nays, none. Resolutions 2010 Preliminary Budget Finance Director Stark introduced the item. Councilmembers Schultz and Alongi thanked the staff and Council for their work to date on a difficult budget. • Resolution 2010 Proposed City Budget Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve as presented 7 Ayes; Nays, none.