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efforts and sometimes result in conflict,which is why there are elections. He stated he thought this <br /> sentiment does exist,however,has lessened from its high point, and hopes they are moving forward <br /> in a positive way. <br /> Council Member Thomason stated she would echo Council Member Marty and Council Member <br /> Stigney's praises for Senator Novak's efforts in working with them on the Airport Legislation. She <br /> stated she looked forward to his continued effort. <br /> Senator Novak stated he appreciated the opportunity to work with the City of Mounds View. He <br /> stated he presently represented five different cities in the northern suburbs, and continued to be very <br /> proud of the north suburban area, and its ranking with the rest of the state. He stated that one of the <br /> real indicators of how well they were doing,was the level of voter participation. He stated they had <br /> an exceptional situation the prior year,with the election of Governor Ventura bringing out many new <br /> voters. He stated, historically, in the northern suburbs, the percentage of voters is extraordinarily <br /> high in comparison to the rest of the state. He stated, in addition, this area has polled its citizens to <br /> obtain their views regarding local governments, and the quality of life that they enjoy. He stated <br /> consistently, across the north suburban area, the people have indicated they have a high quality of <br /> life, and feel very well served by their different levels of government. <br /> Senator Novak stated he thought they should continue to work hard together, have their partisan <br /> battles if necessary,which he believes are very small in comparison to a much wider array of issues <br /> that they work on collectively in a bi-partisan manner. He stated if there is any message to be drawn <br /> from the last election, it is that people want government to get things done. He stated they wanted <br /> practical solutions to problems, a little less rhetoric, and a lot more action. He stated the more they <br /> could work together, the better off they would be. <br /> Mayor Coughlin reiterated his thanks to Senator Novak for taking time out of his busy schedule to <br /> come before the Council. He stated it had been an honor to work with him and he looked forward <br /> to working with him in the future. <br /> Senator Novak stated he was more than happy to come to Mounds View to report. He stated he had <br /> been doing this for many years, and he enjoyed-it. <br /> B. Resolution No. 5356 Regarding Council Approval to Participate as a member <br /> of the Anoka County-Blaine Airport Advisory Commission By-Laws and Call <br /> for Board Applicants. <br /> Mayor Coughlin stated this item had been discussed at the Council Work Session. He stated the <br /> Council had been provided a copy of the by-laws, and this resolution essentially approved them as <br /> presented, and authorizes staff to post in the newspaper a call for applicants of anyone who is <br /> interested in applying to the Commission. He stated staff would generate an application form. <br /> MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Thomason. To Approve Resolution No. 5356, a Resolution Approving <br /> the City of Mounds View's Participation as a Representative Member of the Newly Formed Anoka <br /> County-Blaine Airport Advisory Commission and Authorization to Seek Applicants for <br /> Appointment to the Commission. <br /> 19 C:\ADMIN\MINUTES\CC\8-9-99.CC <br />