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COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 28, 1996 ITEM ACTION DISBURSEMENTS: October 28, 1996 Approved Centennial Fire District Approved OPEN MIKE Tim Taylor, Discussion of Vehicle Purchased at Auction - Mr. Taylor, 7136 2nd Avenue, explained that some time ago he purchased a Jeep auctioned by the City of Lino Lakes, represented to be in "fine operating order". However, according to Mr. Taylor, he experienced problems with the vehicle and, upon approaching Mr. Ahrens and Mr. DeWolfe to ask about former repair, was informed that the vehicle had never been damaged and/or repaired. Mr. Taylor stated that he subsequently researched the history of the vehicle through the State of Minnesota motor vehicle records, finding that the vehicle was purchased in damaged condition from Big Lake Autos by the City of Lino Lakes. At this time, Mr. Taylor is requesting return of the amount he paid to the City in exchange for return of the vehicle. Council Members Kuether and Neal asked to see Mr. Taylor's documentation. Mr. Schumacher asked if the title to the vehicle indicated that it was salvaged. Mr. Taylor did not deny that the title indicated this fact, but added that the title did not include information as to repairs, adding that he felt the vehicle was misrepresented at auction. Council Member Lyden asked if Mr. Taylor had inquired of a particular individual whether or not the vehicle had ever been wrecked or otherwise damaged. Mr. Taylor responded that the vehicle was marked as requiring no repair and as having had no major damage. Council Member Lyden then asked Attorney Hawkins for an opinion, but Mr. Hawkins indicated he was not prepared to comment as he had not had an opportunity to become familiar with the details of this matter. Mayor Landers recommended that Mr. Taylor contact Attorney Hawkins. Mr. Schumacher requested clarification that Mr. Taylor had been provided with the maintenance records on the subject vehicle, to which Mr. Taylor responded yes, after purchase. 20/20 Vision Update, J. P. Houchins - Mr. Houchins of Stagecoach Trail advised the Council that representatives from the 20/20 project participate in meetings of the Comprehensive Plan Task Force and the Town Center Planning group, and that 20/20 recommendations have been considered in the initial plans for the Town Center. Mr. Houchins stated that an environmental committee had been established, and that the citizens advisory group which monitors and brings forward community issues continues to hold meetings. Council Member Neal asked about attendance at meetings. Mr. Houchins indicated that attendance has been good, but that as issues are addressed the need for additional meetings will diminish. Council Member Bergeson asked about the procedure for replacing members whose terms expire. Mr. Houchins responded that a form will be supplied to all who participated in the 20/20 process as well as advertisement in the local newsletter.