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Page 3 City Council Minutes August 24, 1994 1 Mayor Baldwin stated that he didn't see a compelling interest for further regulation. Councilmember Hustad agreed and thanked Attorney Bachman for his research. Administrator Hoyt requested and Council to work with Attorney clarifications to this section o: merchants and solicitors. These regulations on solicitors more enforceable. received authorization from the Bachman to make propose minor E the code to regulate itinerant changes would make the existing succinct, understandable, and UPDATE ON "TURN OFF THE VIOLENCE° CANPAIGN Councilmember Gehrz reported on the Human Rights Commission's plans to commemorate the "Turn Off the Violence" campaign on October 22nd. Volunteers will be doing a door to door information campaign, and will also do a follow up survey to determine the effectiveness of their efforts. A $700 grant from the Ramsey County Non-Violence Initiative has been secured. The Human Rights Commission is requesting another $500 from the city to for "Turn Off the Violence" identifying hats and photocopying costs. Councilmember Gibson Talbot commended the Human Rights Commission for their work. She noted that, in the past, this Commission has rarely used its budget funds and that this is an effective use of their money. Councilmember Hustad stated that he liked the idea of the follow up survey. Motion by Councilmember Gehrz to authorize a $500 transfer of funds to the Human Rights Commission for costs associated with their "Turn Off the Violence" campaign. Motion passed unanimously. SCHEDULING CITY COUNCIL FALL RETREAT The Council discussed possible dates for the Council/Staff Fall retreat. After discussion, the retreat was scheduled for November 4 and 5. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR A CITY ACCOUNTANT Administrator Hoyt reported that a position description has been written for the city accountant position and she requested authorization to advertise for applicants and proceed with placement. The position is currently open with the resignation of City Finance Director Tom Kelly. Motion by Councilmember Hustad to authorize the administrator to advertise for the position of city accountant. Motion passed unanimously.