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Regular Council Meeting March 10, 2014 Page 5 12. Discuss and act on an Ordinance amending and replacing Article III, Smoking Regulations of Chapter 17 of the code of Ordinances, prohibiting smoking in public places. Mayor Hashmi said the committee met prior to the City Council meeting and had made revisions. Committee Co -Chair John Kruntorad said the new proposed changes included a $50.00 fine for a first offender, as well as a universal distance of 30 feet a smoker would have to stand from an entrance. He also said the committee recommended all hotel and motel rooms be non - smoking. Council Member Grossnickle suggested that bars be added to the ban, while Mayor Hashmi suggested the Council follow the recommendations of the committee. Committee Member Jeff Martin told the Council that he did not believe either side of the Committee would be completely satisfied with the resolution, however a lot was achieved and both sides compromised for what they felt was best for the entire community. City Council Members expressed appreciation to the Committee for their work on this important issue. It was a consensus of the City Council that City Attorney Kent McIlyar make revisions to the ordinance to reflect the recommendations of the committee and bring the ordinance back to the March 24 meeting. 13. Appoint a member to the Library Advisory Board to fill an unexpired term. Mayor Hashmi opened the floor for nominations. A Motion to nominate Carol James to serve on the board was made by Council Member Drake. With no other nominations being made, Mayor Hashmi closed the floor. A Motion to appoint Carol James to the Library Advisory Board was made by Mayor Hashmi and seconded by Council Member Wright. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 14. Receive and discuss annual report and plans for the Utilities Department. Utilities Department Director Doug Harris presented the annual report and plans to the City Council for the utilities department and answered questions from City Council. Mr. Harris explained there were 18 lift station facilities located throughout the City's collection system and outlined the needed updates. He also reviewed water production and wastewater treatment divisions, including needed updates and additional needed personnel. Mr. Harris also reviewed goals for the department. 15. Consider and approve future events for City Council and /or City Staff pursuant to Resolution No. 2004 -081. Mr. Godwin said the meeting between the City Council and the Retail Committee was scheduled for Monday, March 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.