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1 1 Mr. Jaworski moved that 200 feet of 1 1/2" fire hose and necessary couplings be purchased at a cost of $100.00. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen reported that he had talked on the phone to Blaine about meeting with them on the matter of lights for Sunrise Avenue. He asked if we were paying for any lights on Sunset now and was told no. Blaine wants to survey the whole street to see if other additional lights are needed. Mr. Bohjanen was told to go ahead and let the Council know what they report. Mr. Bohjanen also reported that Mr. Jandric had attended the C&BDC meeting and had given ideas on industrial development, attracting same and tax breaks. Mr. Jandric had promised to give some information for the brochure. They will wait for his letter. Mrs. Tufts asked what we could do to prevent industry from growing helter - skelter with homes. Mr. Bohjanen replies that separate areas would be set aside for same. Crystal Ahlman asked what had become of the heavy industrial zoning. Mr. L'Allier explained that we were still working on it; he didn't feel that the rezoning would occur until people started coming in. We don't wish to have to re- rezone as we might be liable for damages. We can discourage building in some areas if we wish. Mr. Rosengren reported that he had contacted all the members of the building committee and they would meet Thursday for an informative session. Mr. L'Allier moved that a letter be sent to the County bringing to their attention that continuing hazardous conditions exist because of lack of speed signs in Lino Lakes, especially in the area of Main St. between Hwy 8 and Sunset; also that no parking signs are needed on Main St. between the I -35W bridge and Centerville; speed limit signs are needed on Main St. between Hwy. 8 and Centerville. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Mr. Myhre mentioned that there are no speed signs on Lilac Street. The Clerk was told to send appropriate letters on this to both the State and the County. Mr. L'Allier stated that he had talked to the Mayor of Circle Pines; they had had 3 policing meetings but none since September when Mr. Jaworski attended. They were trying to get a speaker from the State Crime Bureau. We have not heard from the County. Mr. L'Allier moved that the Clerk place in ad for bids for a part time assistant constable, with the applications to be in prior to Jan. 1 so that the Personnel Commission can make a recommendation by the first meeting in January. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried. Mr. L'Allier read a list of requested equipment and bids for same which had been given him at the last police meeting. Mr. L'Allier moved to purchase the used siren for $125.00 and the other equipment on the list as follows: center console for $25.00; switch box for $40.00; screen for seat for $50.00; 2 large bumper guards from County for $20.00; 2 -5" aircraft lights for $30.00; 2 fog lights for $40.00; 2 outside rear view mirrors for $18.00; 2 hood pins for $50.00 and the following emergency equipment: Ambo Pac for $50.00 plus case; M- PACT -0 Bar for $29.95; small set of tools for approx S 0.00, for an approximate total of $350.00. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously.