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City Council Meeting Minutes May 20, 2008 Page 3 of 11 The City of Louisville recognized Glen Turner for his accomplishment in completing a transcontinental run across America of 4,233 kilometers in 37 days. Glen has been a great inspiration for the health and wellness of our community. Mayor Sisk presented Mr. Turner with a proclamation. Mr. Turner reported he had children running with him along the way and enjoyed the challenge, meeting people and representing Louisville. PRESENTATION -LIFE IN LOUISVILLE PHOTO CONTEST Public Relations Manager Muth stated the City of Louisville has created a new "Life in Louisville" photography competition. Digital or scanned entries capturing the essence of "Life in Louisville" will be showcased and added to a collection documenting Louisville, its residents, visitors, events, and all around lifestyle. The competition aims to help preserve images and reminders of Louisville for future generations. The average citizen's idea of what "Life in Louisville" is will be an invaluable historical asset to this and future generations. Three categories will be awarded: amateur, student aind professional. The winner's photos will appear on the City's website, in the City Hall, Library and the Recreation Center. Council was asked to provide someone to sit on the jury. Mayor Pro Tem Marsella volunteered to perform that task. Ms. Muth reported applications are available on the website and at City facilities with a deadline of July 11 and encouraged all to enter. RESOLUTION No. 20, SERIES 2008 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CONSERVATION EASEMENTS IN GROSS AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASMENT OVER THE TRILLIUM OPEN SPACE PROPERTY FOR THE DILLON ROAD PROJECT Mayor Sisk requested a Staff presentation. Public Works Director Phare explained Public Works has been working with Boulder County Open Space to acquire right-of-way from the Trillium Open Space for the City's Dillon Road Project. The IGA Executed between the City of Louisville and Boulder County allows for the dedication of right-of-way from the Trillium Open Space for improvements on Dillon Road. Specifically, the City will acquire a total of 92,700 square feet and the acquisition includes fee title to portions of the existing Dillon Road right-of--way adjacent to the Trillium Open Space. Boulder County Open Space has also agreed to grant the City of Louisville a ten foot temporary construction easement within the Trillium Open Space for the contractor. The temporary construction easement is necessary in order to allow the contractor to relocate the open space fence and provide additional area for the installation of the storm drain pipe.