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City Council Meeting Minutes June 22, 1999 Page 6 1 report on the meeting during the following month to allow the Council time to review the 2 minutes. Faust stated that would be unwise. Mornson stated that some requests require action 3 and resolution within 60 days of application. Cavanaugh reiterated that it would be helpful for 4 the Council to review the full minutes prior to the Council meeting. 5 C. Councilmembers. 6 Faust reported on his attendance at the League of Minnesota Cities' annual conference which 7 was an outstanding affair with interesting speakers and good sessions. He noted that he and 8 Thuesen sat with the mayor of Comfrey, Minnesota, a community which has experienced many 9 serious problems over the past year. 10 Thuesen reported on his attendance at the League's annual conference, stating the conference 11 topics were beneficial. He stated that he would bring follow-up information to an upcoming 12 worksession for the Council's review. He added the conference was a humbling experience for 13 him as a new councilmember, and he came away energized with new ideas to utilize within the 14 community. 15 Ranallo noted that the reporting councilmembers each attended 1 day of the conference, and 16 expressed the importance of attendance each year. . 17 Faust noted that the City of Comfrey, Minnesota is celebrating.its 100th anniversary this 18 summer, and commended the many dedicated souls who rebuilt the community. 19 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at a meeting between the Northwest Family Services 20 Board and the Chemical Health Coalition at which mutual assistance was discussed. He noted 21 that, from the City's perspective, there are.other uses for the Board than just school-oriented 22 issues. 23 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at a recent organizational meeting for VillageFest, plans 24 for which are progressing in a timely manner. He added a silent auction will be held to assist 25 with funding for this event. 26 Cavanaugh reported that he represented the City at the recent Sister.City community picnic in 27 honor of the Rivakat Dance Group. He stated the picnic was a success and a lot of fun, although 28 it perhaps could have been held at a more visible site, such as the shopping center, rather than the 29 Central Park pavilion which is not easily visible. He expressed his belief in the organization and 30 his desire to see it integrated into the community. 31 Cavanaugh presented a stuffed animal which was given to Barry Kinsey along with a unique flag 32 from Salo, Finland. He thanked Mr. Kinsey for his organizational efforts on behalf of the Sister 33 City organization.