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9.h Staff Report - discussion on appointing a replacement representative on the Forest Lake Cable Commission� L S'CANDIA Staff Report Date of Meeting: November 15, 2016 To: City Council From: Neil Soltis, City Administrator Re: Appointment to Forest Lake Cable Commission Background: Mayor Simonson has tendered his resignation from the Forest Lake Cable Commission effective November 30, 2016. With Dave Swanson's resignation earlier this year, this leaves the City without a representative on the Cable Commission. Based on the action taken by the Council in June, the City's withdrawal from the joint powers agreement will be effective in June, 2018 Issue: Should there be an effort to fill either of the positions on the Commission? Options: 1. Open applications for the vacant positions 2. Make an appointment without seeking applications 3. Leave the positions vacant Recommendation: Option 1— The City has an financial interest in the Commission and having a appointed representative will help to protect that interest.