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Mayor Coughlin reported he had attended the Council Retreat on Thursday. He stated group facilitator Carl Neu was also in attendance, and that discussion was held in regard to the budget pnorities. Council Member Thomason had no report. Council Member Stigney reported he had attended the July 21 Planning Commission Meeting where discussion was held in regard to several items presently before the Council. He stated these included a proposal by Thrifty Car Rental to operate a rental business at the former Quik Lube Site, a resolution recommending approval of a conditional use permit for an oversized Garage at 8059 Red Oak Drive, and a resolution recommending approval of a conditional use permit for the Holiday Stationstore to operate an outdoor produce stand. Council Member Stigney stated that there was discussion of the MSP Real Estate application to develop an assisted living facility behind the SuperAmerica station. He noted that some parking issues were still unresolved in this matter, and discussion is continuing. He stated that there was also continuing discussion of an ordinance pertaining to billboards in the PF and CRP Zoning Districts. City Administrator Whiting reported he had also attended the Highway 610 Corridor Coalition, one hour after the first traffic accident on the new highway. He reported that Housing Inspector Steve Dorgan had given his resignation that date, and would be relocating to Minneapolis to assist in their Housing and Community Development Department. He suggested the Council discuss the means of replacing Mr. Dorgan Later that week. • Mayor Coughlin stated that he had become acquainted with Inspector Dorgan through their mutual background in home renovation and construction, and that he was a great asset to the City, and would be missed. 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approve Just and Correct Claims B. Approve budget amendment transferring $12,500 from the General Fund Contingency Fund to the City Council Capital equipment account to purchase laptop computers for the City Council. C. Contractor licenses for approval. Mayor Coughlin stated Item B, regarding laptop computers, was in consideration of providing Council Members the opportunity to exchange information with their constituents. He added, it was hoped in the near future, such items as the past and present City Council minutes would be available on computer, to provide information to the people in a timely manner. Mayor Coughlin asked the Council if anyone would like to remove items for discussion. Council Member Stigney inquired, in light of the wide range in laptop computer costs, if staff was reviewing what features the Council would require. 2N:\DATA\USERSUOANB\SHARE\MINUTES\CC\ 1999\07-26-99. MIN