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City Council Meeting Minutes • April 27, 1999 Page 5 1 Thuesen reported on his attendance at the ACTION intergenerational dialogue at which there was 2 a good representation from all age groups with the possible exception of college age residents. 3 He stated that many good ideas were brainstormed, and there was the potential from this initial 4 session that some positive things will be implemented. 5 6 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at the Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting at which 7 Berger Transfer was named Business of the Year. He recalled their participation in the Honduras 8 food and clothing drive for which they deserve recognition. 9 10 Cavanaugh added his congratulations to Villager of the Year Dale Gunderson with whom he has 11 worked on the ACTION Board of Directors. He stated this is a well-deserved honor. 12 13 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at the Hennepin County Prevention Forum on "Cops, 14 Kids, Booze and Summer", adding an the forum's emphasis was on community compliance with 15 liquor checks. He expressed concern that the City get its policy on liquor checks in order as this 16 is a top priority in many communities. 17 8 Cavanaugh stated he will attend an upcoming St. Anthony Chemical Health Coalition meeting. 20 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at the Minnesota Center for Neighborhoods meeting on 21 April 21, 1999 at which neighborhood Y2K compliance was discussed. He added presentations 22 were given by Minneapolis and St. Paul, and expressed his concern that the Crimewatch structure 23 in Minneapolis is not working and neighborhoods are having a hard time sharing information, 24 while St. Paul's neighborhood organization is excellent. 25 26 Cavanaugh stated that a VillageFest organizational meeting will be held Monday May 10, 1999 27 at 7:30 PM, and encouraged interested residents to join in the planning. 28 29 Cavanaugh reported that the ACTION intergenerational dialogue was an interesting and unique 30 experience which included a panel discussion consisting of various generations. He stated the 31 dialogue resulted in 149 recommendations for the improvement of the quality of life in the City 32 which reflects the enthusiasm of the group. He added the next dialogue will take place Monday 33 May 3, 1999 from 7:00-8:30 PM in the Community Center to prioritize recommendations and 34 discuss steps towards implementation. 35 36 B. Mayor. 37 Ranallo reported that the Cable Commission has been discussing various purchase offers of 38 MediaOne which may result in rate increases for residents. He added that he will keep the 39 Council updated.