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1 1 1 October 25, 1976 Mr. Zelinka had no report from the Personnel Commission other than a meeting has been set for November 4, 1976. Mayor Bohjanen read the letter of resignation from Mr. Ronai'dArmstrong, a member of the Police Department. Mr. McLean moved to accept the resignation and send a letter of 'Thanks' to Mr. Armstrong. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carr- ied unanimously. Mayor Bohjanen reminded the Council of the meeting scheduled for October 26, 1976 at 7:30 P.M. with the Attorney, Engineer and Fiscal Agent for discussion on the water & sewer project in the Lakeview area. In conjunction with this project, the Mayor's of Lexington, Blaine and Mayor Bohjanen had met and discussed a possible joint venture into the utilities. A special meet- ing of those three Councils has been scheduled for October 28, 1976 at 7:30 P.M. in the Blaine City Hall. Mr. Hendricksen, a resident of 4th Avenue near the Molin Plant had called with a complaint on the operations of that firm. The Clerk was instructed to pull the file on this. Check the stipulations set forth and write a letter if he is in vio- lation. The possibility of asking Mr. Molin to attend a Council meeting was also discussed but no action taken. Mr. Locher reported he had read an article on a new machine that recycles cement. He will get a copy for the Council. Mr. Locher had completed the lease agreement for the Road Grader and it is ready for signatures. This agreement is to be signed by Mr. Schwankl, the Mayor and the Clerk. When completed a copy is to be sent to Mr. Schwankl. Chief Myhre said he and Mr. Volk had checked the bid specifications and they meet the requrements. He would recommend acceptance of the bid. Mr. Karth moved to accept the bid for the Patrol Car. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried un- animously. Under new business, Mr. Schneider reported on the hunting problem on Reshaneau Lake and asked what is necessary to eliminate hunting in that area - a petition by the peo- ple? Mr. Locher said, Yes, this is the way it is usually done. Mr. Karth had been approached by the Lino Athletic Association for permission to store athletic equipment on the balcony in the shop. This would be out of season equipment. Mr. Karth had checked for available space and he said there is room. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve this request with the stipulation this equipment be stored at their own risk and only as long as there is space available. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Myhre asked about filling the position that will be left open when Mr. Armst- rong's resignation becomes effective. He would recommend Mr. Jeffrey Kirschbaum be promoted to that position. Mayor Bohjanen said he would prefer to move up a patrolman that lives in the comm- unity. Chief Myhre said Mr. Ross had said he would rather not be considered at this time. Chief Myhre said he felt Mr. Kirschbaum was the most qualified due to his time on the force and his previous time on another force. Mayor Bohjanen did not share this feeling. Mr. McLean asked if there is any reason why this decision should