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resold, and the sale by consignment of craft type of items, should also be excluded from being considered secondhand shops. Unlike large and small tools, sporting goods, furniture and electronic goods, these clothing items are not typically a target for larceny and burglary. The ordinance already excludes secondhand book and magazine shops. Motor vehicle dealers are currently paying a $25 license fee. They are bonded by the State of Minnesota and also hold State license as a prerequisite for a City license. We have no routine costs associated with automobile dealers. Occasionally we have a dealer start up business and run it in a shoddy manner which results in an increase in customer complaints. These complaints must be investigated to determine if they are civil in nature or have a basis for criminal charges. If civil, the complainant pursues it through his or her own actions. We investigate the criminal cases and these can be quite time consuming, especially when the suspect is a stereotypical "car jockey". Officer Batabon has recently attended some training seminars on the investigation and monitoring of vehicle sales, particularly used autos. When he is free from the late night shifts, he will be doing routine checks of dealer's books for propriety. At this time, I could not predict the amount of time that will be spent doing this. Because of the nature of the business and due to the number of criminal statutes existing in the 168 Chapter of Minnesota laws, car dealerships often have need for monitoring for compliance. This cost should be estimated perhaps and the fee set accordingly. Council Action: Based upon discussion. Reviewed by: Copies also distributed to: Police Chief City Administrator City Attorney CC: 09/28/93 I I ! I I I I I I I I I I I I I i I I