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Mounds View City Council November 26, 2001 Regular Meeting Page 15 ~_~ ~~ Acting Chief Brennan asked what Council wanted to set as the penalty for the individual selling the tobacco products. It was the consent of Council to increase the fine by $25.00 for the second and third offenses. It was the consent of Council to revoke the license of any establishment with four violations in a 24-month period for one year. It was the consent of Council to revoke the license of any establishment having two violations within a 12-month period for one month. City Attorney Riggs suggested using the term thirty days for clarity. Council Member Marty clarified the fourth violation is revocation for 365 days. Acting Chief Brennan indicated that there needed to be some language inserted into the Ordinance concerning minors after the discussion at the public hearing. City Attorney Riggs indicated that the state statute requires that the City seek out school district and local establishment input and does not call for a public hearing but most cities conduct a public hearing to obtain input. He then suggested noticing all licensed establishments, youth and family services and the school district. MOTION/SECOND: To Waive the Reading and Introduce Ordinance 689, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 512 of the Municipal Code Relating to Tobacco Products. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. • 8. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None. 9. REPORTS Council Member Marty asked for an update on the hiring process for department heads. City Administrator Miller indicated that the interviews for the public works position have concluded and an offer was made to the leading candidate. She then indicated that she expects to have an answer from the candidate by Wednesday, November 28, 2001. Community Development Director Ericson indicated that an offer has been extended to the leading candidate for the Economic Development Coordinator position and the City is waiting to hear back from the candidate.