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blishments regarding license renewal. Council previously indicated that it would
review the Launching Pad problems at this time. Administrator Achen added that
in addition letters were sent to on -sale licenses last year indicating fire safety
would be a city concern at renewal time and that the Council may wish to address
Anchor Inn's grease problem.
Councilmember Rowley asked if the Mermaid has installed fire safety improvements yet.
Administrator Achen replied that he was not sure but that he believed Mr. Hall would
be doing it during his expansion.
Mayor Pickar stated he would like to schedule a discussion on the Launching Pad
during one of the regular meetings and perhaps discuss it first at an agenda meeting.
Councilmember Ziebarth added that he would like to have Anchor Inn come in at an
agenda session.
Councilmember Baumgartner asked if there have been problems with the Launching Pad
recently and added that they have put in the improvements they were required to.
Administrator Achen replied that he would recommend the Council at least call the
Launching Pad in and discuss the issue with them. Attorney Meyers added that he
agreed they should be called in.
Administrator Achen reported that Local 49 has filed for arbitration and that he has
received a list of arbitrator candidates from the Bureau of Mediation Services, which
he will discuss with the Labor Relations Associates, then will meet with the union
to select an arbitrator. Administrator Achen added that he was not certain how long
the process would take.
Administrator Achen reported that the Seven - Eleven traffic study has been given to
Midwest Planning. He stated Staff was concerned that the technical approach to the
problem was not as professional as it should have been. He added that Midwest
Planning's report will be presented to the Planning Commission on May 10.
Councilmember Ziebarth stated that he has heard of many problems with Seven - Eleven
stores in Minneapolis in the past few weeks. Adminstrator Achen added that he has
contacted the City of Minneapolis and asked for the information they have accumulated
in their studies and that Staff is trying to get as much information as possible.
Administrator Achen stated that he has been receiving an increasing number of requests
for use of the lower level of City Hall and that requests from private groups and
citizens are the most difficult to deal with without a formal policy. Administrator
Achen added that he was concerned with the security of the building and that he would
recommend if the City Council decides to allow private groups to use the lower level
that a priority system for reserving the room be developed.
Councilmember Ziebarth questioned requiring 45 days advance notice for private groups.
Administrator Achen replied that he could agree but that he wanted to include the
maximum amount of time he felt was okay if the Council wanted to open the room.
Councilmember Ziebarth stated that he would like to see a designated adult in charge
of all functions. Administrator Achen replied that there would be a responsible
person. He added that the Council should decide if private groups should be allowed
and if so, how far in advance reservations should be required and any fees.