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Mounds View City Council Apri110, 2006 Regular Meeting Page 13 • Director Ericson explained that the other proposed amendment would allow liquor license facilities to offer outdoor seating in association with their establishment. Director Ericson stated the second reading will be at the April 24, 2006, City Council meeting. Mayor Marty wondered if this Ordinance applies to liquor licenses for 3.2 percent malt liquor. Director Ericson indicated there is a separation in the code of chapters for intoxicating and non- intoxicating liquor licenses, and explained this Ordinance applies to both parts of the code. MOTION/SECOND: THOMAS/GUNN. To waive the reading and approve the Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 771, an Ordinance Amending Chapters 502 and 503 Regarding Liquor Licenses. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. C. Resolution 6782 Authorization to Hire a Communications Coordinator for the Administration. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane explained this position would be a full time exempt position, and will be a union position under the AFSCME Union Contract. Assistant to the Ci ty Admimstrator Crane noted that interviews were conducted and the top choice to fill the position is Kimberly Blackford. She explained that Ms. Blackford has a background with cable casting City Council Meetings with Brooklyn Park and the City of Crystal. She was also a Videographer with Legal Video. Councilmember Thomas stated she is concerned about the lack of website experience. She stated she understands that it is a full-time position that would have split duties. She stated that training needs to come first and foremost and hopes that other candidates that had website experience were not ignored. She stressed that website communication is very important. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane stated that is a valid concern, but the interviewing panel had to weigh in the different types of experience the applicants had. She stated that Ms. Blackford has experience in writing and cable, but lacked a bit in website design. Assistant to the Administrator Crane commented that Director Ericson indicated it would be a fast transition to provide training on the website. Councilmember Flaherty stated that clearly one of the main elements of the job is the website maintenance and design. He suggested Ms. Blackford should be enrolled in classes immediately. Councilmember Flaherty asked who the website host is. City Administrator Ulrich stated it is through the City of Roseville. Councilmember Flaherty asked if the Ci has access to than e the soft coded material on the tY g