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-. [}Jflj@fA&T? City Council Meeting Minutes December 19, 2006 Page 11 of 13 Staff recommended Council authorize the selection process for an executive search firm by appointing a sub-committee to interview and make recommendations from the list provided. Staff recommended the sub-committee consist of two Council members, the Human Resources Manager, and the Interim City Manager. The entire City Council and the sub-committee would also continue to work with the selected firm throughout the hiring process of the new City Manager. Mayor Sisk appointed himself and Council member Sackett to the sub-committee in selection of an executive firm. UPDATE/CITY HALL REMODEL Interim City Manager Balser reported the City Hall remodel is substantially complete. All departments have moved into their offices spaces. New energy efficient lighting has been installed throughout the building. The new HVAC system has been tested and balanced. The Council Chambers sound system has also been installed and adjusted, however not all speakers are functional. Staff is reviewing proposals for new broadcasting cameras. A second floor display case will be ordered and delivered in January. New Council Chambers chairs and other furniture will be order and delivered in January. New furniture for the lobbies will be delivered in February and new window shades for all offices will be installed in January. She reported the substantial completion date was celebrated and all City Hall employees were given gift certificates for their graciousness during the remodel process. Mayor Sisk suggested after the completion of the remodel, the City hosts an open house for the public. He commended Deputy City Manager Boyd for her work on the remodel project. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT City Attorney Light requested two members of Council be available for the mediation hearing on the Hamon Litigation on January 17, 2007. Mayor Pro Tem Brown and Council member Marsella will represent the Council in the mediation hearing. He requested a brief executive session on the January 2, 2007 City Council meeting to discuss settlement options. He reported on Amendment 41 and provisions of the Louisville Home Rule Charter. He will be providing Council further direction on Amendment 41. Mayor Pro Tem Brown asked about unintended consequences such as gifts to family members or scholarships. City Attorney explained Amendment 41 is structured on status and not on conduct. He would provide Council a memorandum with additional information.