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Charter Commission July 8, 1999 Page 9 Commissioner Kenfield stated it is beneficial to be informed. Any change in the system could be a very long process. Information should be gathered now. Mr. Rob Rafferty,came forward and stated any change in the Charter is a scary thing. He asked if a ward system would then be implemented for other City Boards. The City elections works well as it is. There are too many other issues within the City that need attention. Chair Montain noted that ward systems are not necessarily limited to large cities. Some townships are using a ward system. MOTION by Commissioner Corson, seconded by Commissioner Bening, to look into the idea of the City using a ward system. Commissioner Rehbine clarified the issue would only be studied. Nothing is being changed. Commissioner Trehus expressed concern regarding the investment of time studying the issue. In the past an issue is reviewed and because the investment of time is made the issue isn't dropped. The MOTION carried with Commissioner Trehus, Dahl, Lane, and Chair Montain voting no. MOTION by Commissioner Corson, seconded by Commissioner Kenfield, to develop a subcommittee consisting of Commissioner Dunn, Bening, and DeMotts, to study the idea of a ward system. Motion carried with Commissioner Dahl, Lane, and Trehus voting no. FRANCHISE (GAS) Chair Montain stated Ms. Waite Smith addressed this issue. He asked the Commissioners to review Chapter 10, page 26, of the Charter which addressed City franchise fees. OTHER The Commission had no other issues to discuss. SET OCTOBER 14, 1999 AGENDA Current Member Roster Five Year Plan Update Ward System Report Charter Language, Chapter 8 Clerk/Treasurer Position Communications Review of Section 3.01 regarding M.S. 471.075 Commissioner Kenfield stated it would be helpful to receive the minutes from City Boards earlier to have time to review before meetings. 9