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Mounds View City Council October 25, 1999 Regular Meeting Page 3 Mayor Coughlin presented Captain Yackel with a Resolution of Commendation, passed by Resolution No. 5371, a resolution extending appreciation for his many years of service to the City of Mounds View. Captain Yackel expressed his appreciation to his wife for her patience and support. 6. REPORTS Council Member Thomason reported that the Economic Development Commission meeting of the previous month had been cancelled, however, their next regular meeting would be held on Thursday. Council Member Stigney reported he attended the Planning Commission meeting of October 20, 1999, at which meeting the Development Review for MSP Real Estate assisted living facility was considered, and discussion took place regarding proposed Ordinance 642, an ordinance amending the Zoning Code relating to driveway widths and curb cuts. Council Member Stigney noted the Commission was provided an update of the billboard issue, which included the written opinion of the City Attorney, and there was discussion of previous Council actions and the Comprehensive Plan. Council Member Stigney reported he attended the Charter Commission meeting on October 14, 1999, at which meeting there was approval of the response to the request of the Council to review changes to the Charter. He stated the Charter Commission formulated and drafted an official response to this request, and this matter was scheduled for consideration on the current Council agenda. Council Member Stigney stated, in light of the franchise fees imposed upon the residents at the previous Council meeting, he has submitted to the Charter Commission an amendment to Section 1006, Franchise Fees, of the City Charter, which indicates "Any fees to be imposed upon utility users must follow the notification and public hearing process specified in Section 1003 of this Charter. This includes any new change or continuation of existing Franchise Fees or other user fees." He explained that this amendment would force the Council to advertise for a public hearing in these situations. Mayor Coughlin reported he had testified at the Metropolitan Council public hearing regarding the airport noise footprint. He stated that the Focus News has printed portions of his testimony, which was in opposition to the lowering of standards of airport noise, and essentially allowing one half of the noise in that footprint as is present there. Mayor Coughlin reported he attended the first meeting of the Pinewood Elementary School Facilities Committee. He stated there was discussion of the ongoing needs of the facility and how to best allocate their portion of the newly passed bond referendum, as well as the expansion and improvement of the facilities, to better meet the needs of the students. Mayor Coughlin reported he had attended a luncheon sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, at which Mayor Norm Coleman was the featured speaker. He stated he enjoyed the opportunity to speak with Mayor Coleman, who was seated at the head table with him. He commented that