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like to know the background of events leading up to the "mess" surrounding Everest; the meetings that took place prior to that, and what led up to the confrontation in Council's Chambers. He also requested information on the background of the billboard issue, stating that they were entitled to know who was involved, and the times and dates of the meetings. He requested clarification as to "what makes things tick in the City." He stated that upon viewing the television broadcasts of the meetings, he wondered where the issues originated and why they were happening. He stated that the City needed someone to hold the Council accountable in regard to promises made last fall, and would like to be kept abreast of the issues. He added that they had a great staff, and that he knew that the City appreciated them. Mayor Coughlin stated that the flag had been flown at half-staff upon hearing of Mr. Fritz's passing, in honor and recognition of his contribution to the community. He stated that, in regard to the billboard issue, it had been suggested earlier in the year as a possible means to procure additional funding for City processes, and to assist in bolstering the financial standing of the golf course. He noted that although the golf course was "in the black" at this time, the City had assumed an accelerated loan whose amount was accruing and would require re -payment. He stated that the billboard issue was being explored as one possible means to provide a buffer for this loan. He added that the billboard issue was still in the process of being discussed by both the Planning Commission and the City Council, and that staff was continuing to explore the issue. Mayor Coughlin recommended that Mr. Obert continue to observe the meetings on television to ascertain the results of their investigation and discussion, and learn in tandem with the rest of the Council Members. Vicki Kluck, 5467 Adams Street, stated that she and her neighbors had been experiencing problems with a neighbor residing at 5464 Adams Street. She stated that Council Member Thomason, as well as several police officers, were aware of the situation, and that she and her neighbors would like to know if there were any legal processes available to help alleviate the problems of foul language, unlicensed vehicles, and others. She stated that the neighbor in question was the owner of a lawn service business. She stated that she and the other residents of the neighborhood could not have their doors open, or listen to their televisions because of the loud noise emanating from this neighbor's property. She stated that this neighbor had ground blades at times until 10-10:30 p.m. She stated that she and her neighbors had contacted the police regarding these problems, adding that, on one occasion, when the nuisance was occurring at 12:30 a.m. on a Sunday night, a resident who had contacted the police was threatened with a crowbar by this neighbor. She stated that the police were contacted again, and suggested they do not press charges, in consideration of possible reprisal from this neighbor. She stated that they had witnessed children under the age of 18 smoking and gathering in the front yard of the neighbor's property, and stated that she was concerned regarding the possibility of other illegal activities. She stated that she had contacted Planning Associate Ericson several times, and had left numerous messages with him regarding the situation. Ericson stated that there have been problems at that address, and that he was aware that various citations had been issued in regard to nuisance vehicles, and dog problems. He stated that staff and the Community Service Officer had been at the location several times. He stated that the property owner recently went to court on the citations, and since that time, the problems regarding nuisance vehicles had not reoccurred. He stated that, to his knowledge, there had been C:\ADMIN\MINUTES\CC\6-14-99.CC