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1` 5 v Mr. L'Allier suggested that a professional planner be invited to each meeting in March to consider our planning so far; such planner if hired to be hired on a per diem basis. Mr. L'Allier moved to authorize the Clerk to contact and invite plan- ners to both meetings in March. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried. Mr. Gotwald will suggest names. He stated that it might be better to get someone who has not done work in the area, as they simply substitute figures from other municipalities rather than working out those for ours. Mention was made of all the work Midwest Planners has done locally. Mx. L'Allier reported on the Minnesota League of Municipalities meeting at which Dean Lund had spoken on the two bills presented to the Legislature: that of the 1 1/2 .% gross income tax in the Metro area and that of the wheelage tax of 50% of the license fee. After discussion Mr. L'Allier moved that the Council go on record opposing the 1 1/2 % gross income tax proposal, mentioning that we object also to the 50% wheelage charge proposal. The Mayor and the Clerk will work out a resolution to send to all county legislators. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen Carried. Mr. L'Allier also reported that he attended a Saturday meeting of the Association at which was presented the Metropolitan sewer and Zoo legislative proposals, by Mr. James Hetlund and Mr. Dennis Dunne. Mr. L'Allier then proceeded to read parts of the report on Metro- Sewer, Zoo and Open Space. It was obvious that the Metro Council, an appointed body, was asking for too much power in each of these operations. Mr. L'Allier stated that it was his belief that the problem of fiscal disparity between the different municipalities should have been solved before any other. The next legislative meeting of the Association on February 22 will concern fiscal disparities. (Postponed until March 1.) Mr. Cardinal moved that the Rural Cooperative Power Association easement as corrected be accepted, and the Clerk and Mayor be authorized to sign the same. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Vote: No—Mr. Jaworski; Aye—Mr. Cardinal, Mr. Rosengren, Mr. Bohjanen, and Mr. L'Allier. Mr. Jaworski still objected to the location of the easement. There was comment that the damages of $1000 was too low. The police report for January: Mileage- -1633 miles, 3 cars removed for snow plowing, 3 complaints, 5 escapees from the Youth Center taking 34 minutes, 10 license checks, of abandoned cars, 3 motorists helped, 1 report of stolen property, 2 stolen auto- mobiles, both recovered, 5 snowmobile complaints, 1 medical assist, 2 burglar alarms and 2 cars towed away as traffic hazards. Mr. Locher mentioned that the lot in Lakeview had been purchased for ponding area from the County at a cost of $2.00. Mr. Charles Caope, CD Director, spoke on the meetings and course which he had at- tended in order to qualify as a certified Director. He presented copies of the needs which had arisen during the Tracy tornado and asked the Clerk to make copies of that and another lengthy report (tape). Mr. Cape also requested funds for items needed by the Civil Defense and was asked to present a formal request with a written list of needs at the next meeting. Mr. Cape will soon receive his certification; thereafter Lino Lakes will be able to acquire surplus equipment owned by the State Civil Defense down at the Arms Plant. Mr. Cape asked that someone accompany him to look over this equipment. He also requested a key for the Hall. The Clerk will secure a key. Mr. Bohjanen moved that the bills be paid as audited. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried. Mr. Rosengren moved to adjourn at 10:10 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Carried.