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Page -3- July 26, 1976 Mr. Karth moved to instruct the Lino Lakes Police Department to set up the radar on Main Street, Birch Street and both sides of 135E whenever possible, in conjunct- ion with asking for assistance from the Sheriff's office. Mr. Schneider asked to defer this action until the next meeting inorder to consult with Chief Myhre. Mr. Zelinka also wondered what condition the old radar is in at this time. After some discussion, Mr. McLean seconded Mr. Karth's motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider suggested that common sense be used in the issuance of tickets - possibly issueing warning tickets if the speed was not excessive. ..A letter from the State Highway Department in reference to the speed study re- quested by the City for Highway #49 from County Road J to Birch Street was read. The State had conducted a survey on that portion of the highway and found con- ditions had not changed since the previous survey done in 1971. They felt that until there was more development and the more traffic generated, the current speed is safe and reasonable. At that time they will be glad to conduct another survey. ..The Clerk reported the repair serv'ce from A.B. Dick had ute minimum cost of repairs on the copy machine would be an estimate and the man felt that more things might need the machine was taken apart. After some discussion, Mr. have the Clerk check on the cost of either purchasing or Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. called with the absoi- $262.00. This is just to be replaced once Schneider moved to leasing a copy machine. ..The Clerk had been instructed to check on the cost of conducting a census. She reported she had contacted the Little Canada Clerks office. That community had conducted a census in 1974 with an approximate cost of $3700.00. The Clerk in LittleCanada had felt with the area to be covering and the inflation cost, the survey would probably be around $5,000.00 for Lino Lakes. Mr. McLean moved to table this until a later date. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried un- animously. Mr. Schneider reported on the meeting of the Park Board held on July 12, 1976. The status of the new batifield at Sunrise was discussed with the general consen- sus to leave the field as it is for the remainder of this year and put the cost of a backstop in next year's budget. The outiot in LaMotte's addition had been checked into and it was found this lot is owned by the City but is to be used for drainage purposes only. Also, the St. Paul Water Department owns 25' bordering the lake shore. There had also been discussion on needs at the Hall property for the.wi.nter mon- ths such as ice rinks and a place for kids to change skates and warm up. Mr. McLean asked if the possibility of using the area in the garage had been dis- cussed and Mr. Schneider said, Yes. Mr. McLean suggested the Park Board present a cost figure for Council consideration. The Barn at Sunrise had been discussed and since Mr. Mobley was in the audience, Mr. Schneider asked for his findings. Mr. Mobley said the barn must be repaired or else it should be condemned. The supporting beams are loose and must be secured. He felt it could be repaired for approximately $500.00. r. • , • Lr..•• - .1