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no further parking on the yard, and noted that the property owner was attempting to get the property in a better condition. Ericson stated that when problems regarding noise and questionable activities occur, staff encourages the residents to contact the Police Department, and has provided an after-hours phone number for that purpose. He stated that these problems should be addressed at the time of occurrence. He stated that staff is attempting to follow up on the situation, but recognizes that there are proper channels that need to be followed. He added that staff is trying to work with the residents and the property owner in an attempt to resolve the problems. Mayor Coughlin stated that if there are problems, the residents should not hesitate to contact Law Enforcement again, as this creates an official record, which assists in the Code Enforcement process. He stated that the police are a service to the community and residents should not feel that they are imposing upon the police. City Administrator Whiting stated that he would encourage Planning Associate Ericson to speak with Mrs. Kluck. He stated, however, that Ericson's presence would be required throughout a portion of the meeting, and suggested that Mrs. Kluck remain until Ericson could meet with her. There were no other requests or comments from the floor. 10. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 628, an ordinance amending Chapter 1001 of the Mounds View building Code pertaining to Contractors Licenses and work requiring a City License Planning Associate Ericson gave a brief overview of the ordinance, which amends the Building Code to change the annual licensing period for building contractors to run from January 1 through December 31. The current licensing period runs from July 1 through June 30. He stated that the revision was intended to alleviate a potential hardship for contractors, who may presently be required to obtain two licenses to complete one project in one building season. He stated that the ordinance also changes the language in regard to what type of work requires a City license. Ericson stated that this was the First Reading of the proposed ordinance, adding that the Second Reading and public hearing were set for the next meeting of Council on June 28, 1999. Commissioner Marty stated that the issue had been the subject of previous discussion and that, in his opinion, was a logical solution. Mayor Coughlin stated that, as a building contractor himself, he would find it very annoying to be required to obtain two licenses to complete one job in one building season, and he thought the ordinance was good policy. MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Marty. To Waive the Reading and Introduce the First Reading of Ordinance 628, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 1001 of the Mounds View Municipal Code (Building Code) Pertaining to Contractors Licenses and Work Requiring a City License; Planning Case SP -070-99. C AADMIN\MINUTES\CC\6-14-99.CC