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1 1 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 8, 1993 phase, the City would be liable. Since this non-functioning septic system is not causing a public health hazard to the surrounding community, the City has no legal reason for entering private property. Mayor Reinert asked Mrs. Slater if she tried mediation in regard to the non-functioning septic system. Mrs. Slater explained that it is not possible since the system was functioning when she purchased the home. She noted that she had the septic tank pumped last week and water flowed back into the drain field as fast as it was pumped out. The drain field is installed in the water table. Mayor Reinert explained to Mrs. Slater that there is nothing that the City can offer since the septic system was working when she purchased the property. Chris Ross, 7990 Lake Drive, Ross' Liquor Store - Mr. Ross asked the City Council to consider an ordinance requiring that the City restrict the number of off -sale liquor licenses to the number currently issued by the City and to maintain a one (1) mile separation between off -sale liquor stores. He noted that because of increased state and local taxes, it is more difficult to make a profit and allowing more than one (1) store in any particular area made competition difficult. Council Member Kuether said she would like to see a restriction on off -sale licenses based on population. Mayor Reinert noted that since Lino Lakes is very close to the twin city metropolitan area, there were other competition factors affecting local businesses. Mayor Reinert noted that this item was discussed at the March 3, 1993 Council Work Session and the matter has been given to the Economic Development Authority Advisory Board (EDAAB) for their input. Mr. Hawkins explained that the City has the authority to restrict and/or limit liquor licenses but must outline findings that would support such action. The matter will be considered by the EDAAB and their recommendations will be brought back to the City council for consideration. ENGINEER'S REPORT Consideration of Renewal of Consulting Engineering Contracts with SEH and TRDA - Mr. Schneider explained that both SEH and TKDA have had continuing engineering contracts with the City for several years. The SEH contract is dated January 9, 1989 and the TKDA contract is dated April 26, 1982. Both contracts provide for general engineering services but would seem to be strongly PAGE 3