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Mounds View City Council June 26, 2006 Regular Meeting Page 18 Ms. Amundsen clarified that her neighboring business' decibel meter was used, and that Fridley has a decibel that is allowed. She clarified that the business voluntarily tested their decibels and reduced the noise. Mayor Marty suggested that Mr. Waste work with the Police Department to correct such issues and applauded Mr. Waste on his willingness to address the issues. MOTION/SECOND: THOMAS/MARTY. To waive the reading and adopt Resolution 6833 an On Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewal for Robert's Sports Bar and Entertainment located at 2400 County Road H2. Ayes — 5 Nays — 0 Motion carried. F. Resolution 6852 Approving Rotary Club Membership. City Administrator Ulrich stated this item was discussed at the June 5"' City Council work session. He stated it was the consensus of the Council to invite the president of the New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club, Mr. George Winiecki, to a Council meeting to introduce himself, answer questions, and explain the benefits of the Rotary membership. Mr. Winiecki presented the Council with information about the Rotary Club. He explained Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders and that members of club are involved in all aspects of business and government. He said they have mayors, real- estate developers, Council members, school superintendents, principals, and many private and public sector members. Mr. Winiecki stated the Rotary Club provides community and humanitarian services, promotes high ethical standards and promotes peace throughout the world. IIe explained that there are many rotary clubs throughout the world. Mr. Winiecki said that the Rotary Club has made several contributions throughout the area. IIe stated for example, that the club in Mounds View returns the funds they raise back into the community. He noted that $600 was contributed to a Mounds View Park, that they contributed to a youth latch -key program through Community Partners to Youth latchkey program in, and also gave money to the Northwest Youth and Family Service. Mr. Winiecki said the club gives to the local food shelf. IIe said they used to distribute food directly to the citizens, but that working with the food shelf is more efficient. IIe said they have a large Easter egg hunt which includes 700-800 children. Mr. Winiecki stated the explained that they contribute to CEAF, the Community Emergency Assistance Fund, which assists people who have needs for emergency money. IIe stated they hold people accountable. IIe explained that they also organize a carnival for children who have Spina bifida.