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Powers stated the Council has a responsibility as Elected Officials to the community to take under consideration eighteen year old kids driving in our community, who may be intoxicated. Mr. DeFoe commented there is sound advice in the Chief s recommendations. However, he will do what the community advises. Mr. DeFoe added, he is happy to work with Chief VanBurkleo and the City to satisfy any requirements to secure the liquor license, but Waterworks can comply with the recommendations without the contingencies on the liquor license. Mayor Wilharber noted the Police Departments recommendations were attached to the 1997 liquor license, if the Council deems it necessary they can attach regulations on the 1998 liquor license. Mr. Hellings suggested implementing a licensing policy for larger liquor establishments (ten employees on staff at one time) that they must complete training as directed by the Chief of Police. Mr. Bisek questioned the City if the restrictions will be specific to liquor licenses' holders. Mr. Hellings commented the regulations will be within State law. Councilmember Helmbrecht suggested addressing this issue at the next Council meeting. Councilmember Brenner asked, "Can the City put restrictions on Waterworks teen nights?" Mr. Hellings replied the City cannot limit teen nights but if there are liquor violations the City can implement stipulations. Mr. DeFoe stated he is happy to work with Staff to work out the stipulations so everybody is satisfied. Councilmember Powers welcomed Mr. DeFoe back to the community and she would be happy to work with him. Local Government Consulting - Dorothy Person Ms. Person distributed preliminary results of the Staff salary ranges and a level of hierarchy. Ms. Person reported the City Clerk, Building Inspector, Deputy Clerk and Receptionist are being paid less than the minimums in the market study. The report will be concrete after additional information is received. Ms. Person planned to visit the Council in January with the final salary and position recommendations. Trio Inn Liquor License The Council further discussed an alleged liquor law violation against the Trio Inn for selling alcohol on Thanksgiving Day. The Council discussed waiting until the courts complete their investigation before deciding on a penalty. Mayor Wilharber noted the City will have incurred an expense and should be reimbursed. Councilmember Powers added the City should be aware of the actual expenditures to prosecute the case and the Police Department's expense. After deliberation the Council elected to table the issue until after the court judgement to ensure City expenses are recovered. MOTION by Councilmember Helmbrecht to table the Trio Inn liquor license concern until resolution of the courts. Motion seconded by Councilmember Powers. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION amended by Councilmember Powers to authorize Staff to investigate the Police 3