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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 15, 2004 The City Administrator repor'Ced that this issue was discussed with Tom Barrett, Executive Director of the Gambling Control Board, earlier this year. Mr. Barrett indicated at that time that this problem was not miique to the charities operating at the .Little Canada Bingo Hall. It is a common problems for charities conducting bingo hall operations. It was the consensus of the Council that the letter should be sent to the Gambling Control Board, the League of Minnesota Cities, and State Legislators to enlist their help to address this problem. It was suggested that a copy of the letter be seat to the Little Canada Bingo Hall charities so that Chey can join in this lobbying effort It was noted that the letter should be revised to indicate this is a recommendation of the City Council. Mr. Montour introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUT/ON NO. 2(104-72-3I7 - INSTRUCTING THE CITY ADA4INISTRATOR TD FORWARD T/~E7_ETTP.R TO THE GANH37.ING CONT2O/, BOARD REI ATIVE TO THE I3INC0 HALI. COMPLIANCE ISS(IL'S AS DISCUSSED A.S WB'1 I_ AS TO THE LEAGUE OF MN CITIES AND THE APPROPRIATE LEGLS'LATOXS AND LOB73IES1'S AS' DIb'C(ISSED The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Fahey. Ayes (5) Montow', Fahey, Blesener, Allan, LaValle. Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. MAYOR FAIiEY The City Administrator thanked Mayor Fahey for the trust and confidence that he has placed in City staff over the years. ITe recognized the Mayor for his leadership and the team spirit that he fostered in both the Council and staff. The Administrator indicated That Mayor Fahey has been au excellent Mayor for Little Canada and has done a greatjob for the City. The City Attorney expressed his appreciation for being able to work with Mayor Fahey for the past 22 years. The City Attorney indicated that ,Mayor Fahey has provided a great example of governance, and he thanked him for his service. The City Planner indicated that he has worked with a lot of mayors in his career, and Mayor Fahey has been one of the best. 'I"he City Planner indicated that it has been a pleasure working with Mayor Fahey. Mayor Fahey commented on the ability of the Little Canada City Council, consultants and staff to work together over the years. He expressed l5