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March 25, 1976 Mr. Webster paid the way he sees things and the way the Police see things are very different- . He felt there was no reason to continue this discussion. He said he was just going to give up. Mr. Locher reported that he had consulted with the Sheriff and the Detective in- volved in this case. He has a copy of the detective's report and the indication of an armed and dangerous man is noted in this report. This person has been under suspicion of first degree murder. Mr. Webster had made several references to the Police Reportand he was asked how he had this information. Mr. Webster said he had a copy of the Police Report. The Council was asked if this was common practice to give out copies of the Police reports. Mr. Zelinka said the report contained no information other than reference to the incident involving Mrs. Webster and he had given Mr. Webster a copy of the report. There was discussion as to what happens to this report - does it stay in the local office or is sent on to Anoka County. Chief Myhre said this report stays here. Mrs. Vi Schwankl felt the positive actions of the Police Department should be poi- nted out and appreciated, not to always point out the mistakes. Mayor Bohjanen said the complaints to him have concerned Sgt. Costa and he has dis- cussed this matter with Sgt. Costa. Most People who have contacted him have ob- jected to the manner in which they were treated. They felt Sgt. Costa was too blunt. Sgt. Costa said he can accept this a constructive critism. He said he is an ex- New Yorker and some times the manner in which he presents himself is on the gruff side. Both officers apologized to the Websters and assured them and the people who had signed the petition, this incident would be forgotten. Mr. Zelinka moved to tender Council apology to the Websters but the handling of this matter was within proper Police action and no further action will be taken. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Bohjanen told the Websters the records of this incident stay at the City Hall and will go no further. 1 1 Mr. Zelinka said it was proper this matter was brought to the attention of the Council, since the Websters felt it had not been handled properly. Someone asked if the petition waspublic information? Can anyone get a copy? Mr. Locher said, Yes, once it is filed with the Council, copies may be had but they must be paid for. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Aye These inutes were .pproved, with corrections on CLERK- T'EASURER 7 -j /7 1