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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 24, 1991 investigation of pawn shop operations would save time in other types of investigations. Bentz asked the Council's intent for regulation of sale of guns. Blesener reported that his interpretation of the Ordinance is that only the sale of hunting guns would be allowed. Handgun sales would be prohibited. Bentz stated that he would like to see sales of all legal weapons allowed as regulated under Federal Law. Blesener suggested that the City get a recommendation from the Sheriff's Department on this issue, in addition to the matter of investigation costs. Scalze agreed, pointing out that license fees should reflect costs. Mr. Blesener introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION N0. 91-4-147 - CONTINUING TO TABLE ACTION ON THE PROPOSED PAWN SHOP ORDINANCE PENDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Hanson. Ayes (5) Blesener, Hanson, Collova, Scalze, LaValle. Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. Scalze pointed out Section 817.210 of the Ordinance which addresses stolen goods, asking how a pawn shop could accept goods they believe to be stolen. A representative of the pawn shop reported that in some cities the police department asks the pawn shop to take in these goods since the person pawning an item must present identification. Blesener asked the City Attorney to research the necessity of Section 817.29 addressing second-hand dealer or pawn broker. THUNDER BAY The City Engineer reported that over the past year the DRAINAGE City has received complaints about drainage in the Thunder Bay area. A study was done of the area, and a survey of affected property owners determined an interest in resolving the drainage situation. The Enqineer reported that neighborhood meetings were held to discuss the alternatives, and the results of those meetings are outlined in the City Administrator's Page 11