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City Conncil11inutes July 2, 2007 Page 2 3.8. REQUEST BY ORONO COMMONS FOR EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ACKNOWLEDGE RESIGNATION OF OFFICER ANNE BUCK AND DIRECTION TO FILL VACANCY . 3.9. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 4. Open Mike Noone appeared for open mike. 5.1. Solicitor License Request - Apx Alarms City Administrator Lori] ohnson provided background on the request by Apx Alarms for solicitor's licenses for 28 employees as outlined in the staff report. Chief of Police] effrey Beahen expressed concerns regarding the number of complaint calls the Police Department will receive if this company is approved for soliciting in Elk River. He also expressed concern over the high number of complaints the company has in Utah, the company's state of origin. He noted that the issue is not with the company itself but rather the large number of solicitors requesting licenses and the unethical sales techniques used by some of the employees. City Attorney Peter Beck explained that he did not find ample evidence to support the denial of the entire company; however, the Council could consider whether they wish to approve licenses for applicants A and B. . Mr. Beck stated that the conditions suggested by the Council are reasonable and defendable if such conditions are applied to all solicitors and peddlers in the city. Mr. Beck stated the Council could implement these conditions and move forward with an ordinance amendment. Councilmember Motin questioned if imposing a two week time limit on the soliciting is acceptable. Ms. ] ohnson explained that it is her understanding that Apx Alarms suggested the two week time frame when they learned of the Council's hesitation with approving their licenses. Mr. Beck indicated that as long as the company is agreeable the time limit is fine. Mr. Beck suggested that it may be appropriate to allow the licenses to be renewed at the Council's discretion at the end of the two week period if no complaints are received. (Councilmember Farber arrived) Councilmember Gumphrey questioned the city's recourse if multiple complaints are received. Mr. Beck explained that if the company does not meet the requirements of the license, the city can begin revocation hearings for the licenses. Discussion took place on limiting the hours of solicitation so residents are not bothered evenings and weekends. Mayor Klinzing indicated that the solicitors can leave their information on doors if residents ate not home and that way the resident can call and schedule an appointment if they desire. Mr. Beck stated that language could be added to the first and second conditions allowing Apx representatives to return to a residence outside of the set hours if invited back by a resident. .