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6/6/72 Mr. Bohjanen stated that the Civil Defense had made several requisitions for materials to complete the float for the July 4th parades. He noted that some of the original float materials has been donated and that the body of the float had been built some time ago. The float is a good advertising asset for the Village. Mr. Marier asked if the materials had been purhased yet. Mr. Bohjanen said No, that it was only in requisition form yet. There was some discussion on whether there were budgeted monies for this and what was going to be done with the float. It was noted that the design of the float had been changed this year, that there would be two turntables on it. It was mentioned that the CD had used crepe paper for decorations for several years, but this fades and the first rain ruins the float. Mr. Marier felt that the smaller items such as plywood were acceptable, but that the $275 requisition for the covering was too high. Mr. Bohjanen said that they needed all of the material to complete the float, and commented that the float wouldn't be changed much next year. Also, some of their things are paid for from the receipts from their auctions, but the e- sentials are budgeted for. Mr. Bohjanen felt the CD should pay for the float out of their own money and all their essentials should be paid for out of the Village budget. Mr. Marier felt the $275 requisition was unacceptable because it was unreadable, and they should substantiate this amount of money - they could use plain gold colored paper, for example. He noted too, that the float had been stored in the garage all year long, that this would have cost them $20 per month if they had to store it elsewhere. Now they tore it all apart so they didn't save anything, and then they came in and wanted over $300 to rebuild it. Also, it took up room that could be used by necessary equipment. Mr. Jaworski arrived at 8:10 P.M. Mr. Cardinal asked if the CD threw away all this stuff or if they use it again. Mr. Bohjanen said that they save what they can, but they are changing the design and need the new material. Mr. Cardinal said he thought the cost was high, but it was legitimate to authorize it. Mr. Jaworski felt the cost wasn't high, since most commercial floats run into thousands of dollars; also, costs have gone up. Mr. Cardinal moved to approve requisitions #63, #66, #67 and #68, with the stipulation that Mr. Cape change the name of the lumber company to Inter -State Lumber Co. rather than Standard Lumber. There was discussion with Mr. Marier filling Mr. Jaworski in with his feelings on the subject. Mr. Jaworski noted that there has been talk about building a storage building when the garage gets too crowded; the float could be kept in it when not being used in parades. Mr. Cardinal stated that he didn't know of any necessary equipment that had to sit outside because of the float. Mr. Marier said that some of the maintenance people have said that the float is always in the way in the garage, and that if you are going to save something, do itfor a reason. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Marier commented on requisition N0.63 which had a partially completed purchase order attached, noting that a proper requisition is a single sheet of paper, and that if a purchase order is attached it looks as if the material has been bought. Clerk stated that the material was not bought, that she had typed the purchase order to facilitate the Mayor's signature, but then had discontinued the practice. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he will make a second trip to the offic e to sign purchase orders from now on. Clerk voided the purchase order on the requisition. 1 1 1