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Council flags potential conflict after committee approves leasing Bobcat from council-associated business

Lakeville City Council · September 24, 2024
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Summary

A committee authorized exploring leasing snow- and arena-equipment to support a pavilion project and approved paying Mr. Bergquist's company $50/hour to rent a bobcat; council members raised conflict-of-interest concerns and asked for checks, disassociation options, or alternative procurement before finalizing any agreement.

Board and council discussion about arena and pavilion work included a staffing decision to temporarily increase pay for three employees assigned to the new pavilion and an authorization to investigate leasing two pieces of equipment rather than purchasing them outright.

Speaker 2 reported that the…

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