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. , . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 5. 1998 5 Councilmember Malone noted although the Council has been frustrated with the events surrounding this area, he believes this action is in the best interest of the City. Councilmember Aplikowski concurred. Mayor Probst noted the City will have to control its own destiny. C. Appointment of Acting Mayor, Council Liaisons, Commission/Committee/Task Force Members, Professional Consultants and Others for 1998 Mayor Probst noted he had contacted, or attempted to contact, the Chairperson of each identified Commission, Committee, or Task Force to confirm their service as Chairperson for 1998. Mayor Probst stated that these groups had served the City well in 1997, and he was not proposing any substantial changes. Mayor Probst noted a separate issue he would like the Council to contemplate. He would like to change the date for appointments to March, except for those required by law to be established by January 1st. He noted it was difficult to reach people during the holidays. Also, many items are discussed during the Council and Staff retreat in January/February, and this would give them an opportunity for discussion regarding the appointments. MOTTON: Councilmember Malone moved and Councilmember Hicks seconded a motion to approve ratification of the 1998 appointments as listed in the Mayor's memo dated December 31,1997. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Councilmember Malone also indicated there is the upcoming issue of the "year 2000" in regard to technology and making sure the City is ready, and gave an open invitation to any resident with this expertise and background to contact Staff. He commented that any help they could provide is welcome. Mayor Probst referred to new applications contained in the packet. Mr. Fritsinger indicated Staff had reviewed the applicants and felt all would be a great help to the various committees they indicated on their applications. Staff would contact the applicants for final commitments and provide information as to meeting times, etc. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated the Business Development Committee is looking for additional individuals. Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if the Human Rights Committee is still meeting. Mayor Probst noted that this committee is currently inactive. D. Resolution #98-07, Establishing the Fee Schedule for 1998 Mr. Fritsinger advised the only significant change recommended by Staff was an increase for the sale of tobacco products since, due to recent State Legislation, the City must now complete compliance checks of all licensed establishments. These checks will increase the costs to the City. Staff is recommending the fee for cigarette vending machines be eliminated, with a new fee of $200 for retail cigarette sales being established.