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City Council Meeting Minutes May 20, 2014 Page 2 of 20 Fundraising efforts are currently in progress. The timeline is to have a ceremonial ground breaking on Arbor Day of 2015 and dedication in September 2015. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of the Bills B. Approval of Minutes — May 5, 2014; May 6, 2014 C. Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement with Boulder for Automated Library Services D. Award Bid for 2014 Utility Project E. Approve Contract with Hatch Mott MacDonald for the Howard Berry Water Treatment Plant Sludge Treatment/Handling MOTION: Mayor Muckle called for changes to the Consent Agenda and hearing none, moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Council member Stolzmann wanted residents notified as the water main line replacement progresses. Seconded by Council member Stolzmann. All were in favor. Absent: Mayor Pro Tem Dalton. COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS ON PERTINENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Mayor Muckle reported receiving notice of a June 25 opening of Alfalfa's. He just returned from a trip to Las Vegas with City Manager Fleming and Economic Development Director DeJong attending the International Shopping Center annual convention. They met with many of Louisville's large retailers and it was a productive and worthwhile convention. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Fleming mentioned the Louisville Standard and Poor's bond rating has increased from AA to AA +. This will reduce the cost of borrowing for the City and reflects the sound financial decisions by Council and staff. He thanked Kevin Watson, Finance Director for his work in maintaining a strong financial position. Street Faire discussion has led to the painting of no parking zones. He cautioned if the strict 30' from stop signs was adhered to, it might severely limit the parking spaces. Some of the changes include re- striping on South Street, bike corrals for Street Faire, and offsite parking for vendors and workers. The police department will step up enforcement of parking violations. He encouraged residents to call dispatch if they observe parking violations. City Manager Fleming asked Parks and Recreation Director Stevens for an update on the golf course rehabilitation. Parks and Recreation Director Stevens said the plan was to open the course in spring of 2015. He felt comfortable with where the process is currently. The project includes listening to neighbors concerning stockpiling of debris and redesign. Seeding the greens is scheduled to start in July and seeding will