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COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 9, 2000 Ms. Waite Smith stated that would be the case and the Council can make that determination. Stan Zarambo, 6250 Red Maple Lane, stated his concurrence with Mr. Bening that the question is one of fairness since this is charging a fee to one resident while another resident would pay no fee and still receive a service. Mayor Bergeson stated the intention is to treat all equally as the franchise agreements expire. He advised the recommendation from staff is to continue the public hearing to the next Council meeting. Council Member Dahl asked when the NSP contract expires and comes due for renegotiation. Ms. Waite Smith estimated it may be 2009. Council Member Dahl asked how long Circle Pines has been charging a franchise fee to Lino Lakes residents. Ms. Waite Smith stated she is unsure but can provide that information to Council. Council Member Dahl suggested that information be presented to the Council a .e,., . Bening. Council Member O'Donnell moved to continue the public heariober 23, 2000, Council meeting. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motu c . ed �: imously. Mayor Bergeson noted the staff recommendation to co P sid ` firs ding of the two (2) draft 4 t ordinances, the first adopting a franchise agreement nergy Minne gasco. Council Member O'Donnell moved to approve Council Member Reinert seconded the mot ADING, Ordinance 14 - 00, as presented. Council Member Carlson stated the c c s . formed the idea of adopting a franchise fee to pay for roads came from the Charter C ion. he stated she is aware the City Charter allows the City to set franchise fees and t :' conflict. However, she sees the possibility of a conflict when a road is improved whting sidents do not support the road or the width of the road, etc. She stated concern t w t the a r or Co -Chair of the Charter Commission has not appeared before the Council offerin She stated that at this time she will not support this ordinance. Council Member O'Donnell`' arified that the motion on the floor would adopt a franchise agreement, not the franchise fee. Ms. Waite Smith stated she had invited the Charter Commission Chair to the last Council meeting when this was discussed but he did not feel it was necessary to attend. She advised that this topic is on the Charter Commission agenda for their meeting on Thursday, October 12, 2000. Upon inquiry, Ms. Waite Smith reviewed the requirements contained in the proposed ordinance, noting it also indicates the City has the right to charge a franchise fee. This means that during the next eleven (11) years, the Council can decide if they want to charge a franchise fee or add a meter fee. 6