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There was no public input. Mayor Coughlin opened the Public Hearing at 7:46 p.m Council Member Stigney explained that this ordinance was to allow the City to implement a franchise fee upon Reliant Energy Minnegasco who is currently serving Zep Manufacturing and the City golf course, and nothing else within the City of Mounds View at this time. City Attorney Long advised the Council to direct staff to fill in the blank space in Subdivision 2 of Ordinance 634 to indicate "July," and that the blank space in Subdivision 6 reflect the same date as the expiration of the Northern States Power franchise fee agreement. Mayor Coughlin stated that it was the consensus of the Council to follow the City Attorney's advisement. MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Thomason. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Ordinance 634, an Ordinance Implementing a Franchise Fee on Reliant Energy Minnegasco Natural Gas Operations within the City of Mounds View. Ayes — 5 Nays — 0 Motion carried. D. Legislative Report — House Representative Barbara Haake House Representative Haake stated that it was very good to be out in the public again. She stated that she had attended the Festival in the Park and the parade, which were wonderful, and that the following day she assisted the Lion's with their hot dogs, brats and nachos, and she enjoyed that very much as well. She stated that the people who work so hard on the Festival in the Park always do a wonderful job. Representative Haake congratulated Mayor Coughlin and Council Member Marty on their new roles in fatherhood. She stated that Assistant to the City Administrator Schmidt would be missed, adding that having her own position as a City Administrator was a fabulous opportunity for her. She stated that Ms. Schmidt, with a law degree behind her, had great things in store for her, and would go far. Representative Haake reported on the recent Session Update. She stated that there was presently a surplus of 2.9 billion dollars within the state budget. She stated that she was aware that the City had wanted the levy limits lifted, however, the House had decided to continue those limits for another year. She stated that she was aware that this would be difficult for communities, and that she understood that. She noted, however, it was done in consideration by the Leadership in the House of Representatives. The Senate and the Governor desire to provide that the people realize the property tax rebate, or at least a reduction in taxes. She added that this would 9 cAadmin\minutes\7-12-99.cc