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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JUNE 28, 2006 LaValle suggested that if second violations occur, the Council might consider a 60 day suspension of the liquor license. Blesener again suggested that the Sheriffs Department be asked to conduct more than two compliance checks each year. Mr. Blesener introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2006-6-I52 - ISSUING AN ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY OF $500 TO SAXON LANES, MGM LIQUORS, MOON BAY LIQUORS, AND TIERNEY'S LIQUORS FOR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS WHICH OCCURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2005, AND STAYING THAT FINE PROVIDED THAT THERE ARE NO SIMILAR VIOLATIONS FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR COMMENCING JUNE 28, 2006 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by LaValle. Ayes (4) Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. ILLEGAL The City Clerk reported that the Sheriff's Department contacted tobacco TOBACCO compliance checks on June 21, 2006, and illegal sales occurred at three SALES businesses in the City. Administrative fines, as set forth in the City's ordinance, have been implemented. The owner of Tierney's Liquor has requested an opportunity Co address the Council on this issue. Chou Vang reported that he is transferring Tierney's Liquor Co his cousin effective July 1, 2006, and he is currently training the new owners. The wife of the new owner was busy with customers and miscalculated the age of the individual purchasing cigarettes. Vang reported Chat he has now purchased an ID reader for verification of age. The cost of that reader is $400. The City Administrator reported that the City has imposed tobacco fines for all previous violations. The City Attorney indicated that although the fine schedule is laid out in the City's Code, the City Council has discretion. Blesener indicated Chat he was not willing to rescind the fine, and pointed out the alcohol violation at Tierney's Liquors which was just discussed. Mr. Blesener introduced the following resolution and moved ifs adoption: 19