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Mounds View City Council September 27, 1999 Regular Meeting Page 3 Council Member Marty requested a correction to Page 31, fourth paragraph, first sentence, to indicate "Council Member Stigney stated he would second the motion..." MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Thomason. To accept the August 23, 1999 City Council minutes as corrected. Ayes— 5 Nays—0 Motion carried. 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None. 6. REPORTS Council Member Thomason reported she and Mayor Coughlin had attended the Irondale Marching Band Seventh Annual Music of the Night. She stated she was very enthused to see so many talented young people within the community, as well as throughout the Out-state and Wisconsin area. She extended her congratulations to the winning bands, adding that all of the participants had done a very good job. Council Member Stigney reported he had attended the September 15, 1999 Planning Commission meeting. He noted there was consideration of a variance request for a zero-foot garage setback for 2075 and 2081 Hillview Road, as well as a resolution recommending approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an over-sized garage at 8011 Sunnyside Road. He noted discussion was held concerning potential problems relating to the billboard issue, adding that the City Attorney might wish to comment upon this matter. He explained that a question had arisen in regard to allowing billboards only on City property, and that this would most likely result in having to allow them on other property, as well. Council Member Marty reported he had attended a tour of the Northwest Youth and Family Services facilities, for which organization he is the Liaison and a Board member. He stated he had met with Amanda Little and Kay Andrews that date, and he requested the Council invite them to a future Work Session meeting, so they might provide an overview of the programs and services the organization offers. Council Member Marty stated Northwest Youth and Family Services works with youth, as young as age 4, and older. He commented the facility accepts insurance, however, uninsured persons may pay for the services on a sliding scale fee, based upon income. He noted this organization provides mental health counseling, and a youth diversion program for first time offenders found guilty of delinquent acts, which provides one-on-one counseling and an educational seminar, with the opportunity for restitution and community service. He stated they were also coordinating a teen court, for second time, non-violent offenders, which provides an alternative to the traditional justice system, and prevents these youth from being thrown into the court system. He explained these young people will be judged by a jury of their peers, and some of the community service they perform may include serving on a jury for the teen court. Council Member Marty stated Northwest Youth and Family Services includes youth operated businesses, Penny Pinchers, which is a thrift store, and Senior Chore, a program which provides a link with youth willing to perform home chore services with area seniors. He stated there is