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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
WORK SESSION
MAY 7, 2018
Acting Mayor Bernhjelm called the work session to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Present-Bartholomay, Bernhjelm and Craig
Absent-Larson and Donnelly
Also Present-Public Works Director Gehler, Human Resources Director Wendlandt, Community
Development Director Kienberger and Communications Specialist Siebenaler.
Agenda
The city council approved the agenda by consensus.
City Logo Project
Human Resources Director Wendlandt and Communications Specialist Siebenaler presented
options for a new city logo.
Siebenaler presented logos, explained where the inspiration came from and the pros and cons
of each option. The city council was asked to review and provide feedback on the options.
Each of the councilmembers liked different elements of the options but were not thrilled with
any of them.
The city council felt the silo was outdated and not progressive. They were also concerned
about the bridge as there have been some negative connotations of this symbol.
The city council wants to get away from anything circular, would like something squared up and
linear that portrays where the city wants to go. The would also like the name to be the primary
focus.
City staff was asked to come back with options that stick with the focus on the river and name,
stay away from circular options and stay away from just using the letter F.
The city council discussed getting quotes from professional graphic design companies. Staff
commented that the intent was for staff and the city council to come up with the concept and
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then get quotes from graphic designers to take the concept and create a professional logo to
keep costs down.
Wendlandt clarified the city council direction of staff bringing back option five, removing most
components but the river and the city name and if that does not work, staff would solicit ideas
from others. Staff was also asked to get input from the absent city councilmembers as well.
Adjourn
Motion by Bartholomay, second by Craig,to adjourn the meeting at 6:26 p.m. APIF, motion
carried.
Respectfully Submitted
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David McKnight, City Administrator
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