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COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 25, 1996 was completed on the top five candidates,the interview committee recommended Ms. Carri Villella for the position of City Hall receptionist. Her starting date would be December 12, 1996, and would be considered probationary for six months. Ms. Villella would start at Step I of the pay plan for that position. Staff recommended that Ms. Villella be hired effective December 12, 1996. Council Member Bergeson asked if this individual is the same one currently occupying that position on a temporary basis. Mr. Schumacher responded yes. Council Member Neal asked if there is presently an eligibility list. Mr. Schumacher explained that a list of the top four remaining candidates would be retained for use in the event there is an issue with Ms. Villella. Mayor Landers asked if a portion of the probationary period could be waived since Ms. Villella has occupied the position for some time on a temporary basis. Mr. Schumacher indicated that Ms. Villella has thus far been employed on a contract basis and that, according to personnel policy, she must be employed by the City for the full six months in order to satisfy the probationary requirement. Council Member Neal moved to hire Carri Villella as the receptionist starting December 12, 1996. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Council Member Bergeson asked why the offer would be effective December 16, 1996. Mr. Schumacher explained that Ms. Villella needs the interim in which to provide notice to her current employer. Motion carried unanimously. Christmas Lights Contest, Council Member Neal - Council Member Neal requested that Lino Lakes have a Christmas lights contest with the Park Department arrange.for judging with first, second and third prizes totaling $100. Council Member Bergeson asked if the Park Department would recommend approval of such an activity. Council Member Neal responded yes, and that the Park Department would present a formal proposal at a subsequent Council meeting. Mayor Landers expressed concern about fire issues. Disbursements - Mayor Landers asked for questions regarding the disbursements represented by checks 46072 through 46178, totaling $241,865.67. Council Member Neal questioned a bill for $12,437.19 for a special investigator and lawyer to investigate the City. Council Member Neal expressed opposition to payment of this fee because II