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COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 11, 2000 No one was present for open mike. ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAN TESCH Conditional Job Offer to Building Inspector, Dan Tesch — Staff advised when Mr. Tom Jackson gave notice that he would be resigning his position as building inspector II, the City began the process of searching for a replacement. After reviewing and interviewing applicants, staff is recommending an offer of employment be made to Mr. Vern Rylander. Mr. Rylander has worked on a seasonal basis for the City for the past three -(3) years, and has displayed an excellent working knowledge of the Uniform Building Code. Staff recommended Mr. Rylander be started at step 2 of the wage range for building inspector ll. Council Member O'Donnell moved to approve the hiring of Mr. Vern Rylander as building inspector II, as presented. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Termination of Public Works Employee, Dan Tesch — Staff recommended termination of employment for a Public Works employee whose attendance record ality have been unacceptable. The background information was reviewed by empRk,. • ey Scott Lepak as well as the employee's union representative. The notice of rec•�� at �� terminate was sent to the employee by certified mail on December 5, 2000, and ad e was entitled to a per - termination hearing with the City Council. The hearing b' e the start of the regular Council meeting. The City Council is the hiring authority fo t ' ch, the City Council needs to make the final determination to terminate empl 1. ackground information has been provided in a confidential packet of information , ° = t fi • ec =rnber 4, 2000. Council Member Reinert m ap ve termination of employment of Mr. Chad Havel. Council Member Carlson seco otion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Hiri ' e eral Maintenance Worker — Streets Department, Dan Tesch — Staff advised that with appro of the above item, they are recommending that Mr. Jim Blackbird be considered for the vacant General Maintenance -Streets position. Mr. Blackbird began his employment with the City of Lino Lakes on April 17, 2000. He has shown a tremendous work ethic and is capable of performing a variety of tasks. Mr. Blackbird's past work experiences have included operating light and heavy equipment, paving, parching, seal coating, and dirt work. Also, he has demonstrated his competency in welding, equipment repair, construction, and landscaping. Mr. Blackbird is available to begin Tuesday, December 12, 2000. Mr. Blackbird's beginning salary is $15.93 per hour plus benefits. This position will be eligible for membership in the 49'ers Union. A physical examination and drug test will be required prior to Mr. Blackbird's becoming a full time employee. 2