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1 1 1 COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 26, 1990 for December 20, 1990, 7:30 P.M. - Council Member Reinert moved to set the public hearing. Council Member Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Kuether abstaining. Consideration of Resolution No. 79 - 90 Setting Fee for Peddler's License - Mr. Miller noted that the Peddler's Ordinance was enacted in February, 1989, however, to date, a fee for the license has not been established. There has been an increased demand for these licenses. Since there is a great deal of paper work, police routine checks of "suspicious persons and activities" and concern regarding cleanup a substantial license fee is being suggested. Mr. Miller recommended that there be a one (1) time fee of $250.00 for a six (6) month license. Mayor Bisel asked if it would be possible to set various license fees based upon the dollar amount of business conducted by the transient merchant. He also suggested that each license merchant be issued a badge. The City could charge a $50.00 license fee and $200.00 for the badge. When the merchant returns the badge, the $200.00 badge fee would be returned to the merchant. A badge would identify the merchant to the homeowner and let the homeowner know that this merchant is complying with City regulations. Mr. Hawkins explained that requiring a license fee based upon the amount of sales would require a report of sales. This could require a considerable amount of staff time. Council Member Kuether suggested that this ordinance is directed toward street corner vendors, not driveway salesmen or repairmen. She noted that they would require a building permit and must be licensed and bonded. A suggestion was made that there be a waiting period between application for the license and issuing the license. Mr. Hawkins said the Code could be amended to include this requirement. The waiting period would allow the police department enough time to check the background of the applicant. (NOTE: There is no provision in the City Code requiring a police background check.) Council Member Neal asked about people who advertise their cars for sale on another persons property. It was noted that this is not addressed in the Peddler's Code. Council Member Reinert noted that solicitors for religious purposes are becoming a problem. He asked that this be addressed to see how it can be controlled. Council Member Kuether moved to approve Resolution No. 79 - 90 setting a fee of $250.00 for "Transient Merchants" licenses. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. On a roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. PAGE 4 097