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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/27/1971 Council Minutes12/14/71 Mr. Cardinal moved to approve the minutes of the November 22nd meeting as corrected at the December 13th regular meeting. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Motion carried with Mr. Jaworski abstaining, having been absent. Mr. Jaworski moved to adjourn at 9:17 P.M. Seconded by Minutes approved at the meeting of December 27, 19 41110 Clerk- Treasurer . Cardinal. 12/27/71 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Village Council held on December 27, 1971 was called to order at 8 :09 p.m. by Mayor L'Allier with all members pre - sent. Mr. L'Allier noted that the proceedings were being recorded. Mr. Jaworski moved to approve the, December 13th minutes as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. Mr. Cardinal moved to approve the minutes of the December 14th special meeting as written. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. The Clerk reported receipt of municipal court fines in the amount of $82.50 and gopher bounty reimbursement for $147.10. A copy of the proposed 5 -year program of Metro Sewer Board capital improvements was received. The Mayor asked that copies of the summary letter be made for members and that the Metro Sewer Board be called for extra copies of the book since this copy should be kept in the office. A letter had been received from North Central Public Service Co. on the refund of previous rate increases. A letter from the League of Minn. Munic- palities on complications arising from the tax levy limitation was received as well as one regarding the Metro Salary Survey for 1972. The Clerk had made copies of a letter received from the State Highway Dept. on the Village sign located in the triangle at Hwy 49 & Hwy 8 by the Blue Heron, said letter stating that the sign must be removed in 30 days. Mr. Bohjanen noted that the C&BDC had gone to some lengths to obtain permission to put the sign there in the first place, and now they're rescinding it. The Clerk noted that we had received our first billing from the Metro Sewer Board for 1972 in the amount of $4,190.14 and asked What the Council wished to do with it. Mr. L'Allier felt that the new Council would have to decide whether to pay it or fight if in January. The Springsted, Inc. booklet on the $550,000 bond sale was received. U. S. Lakes had paid hookup fees for 8 houses in the Chamonix project. A call had been received from Tom Wild of the NPCA requesting Lino Lakes' position on a request by North Oaks to burn oak trees infested with oak wilt. After discussion, Mr. Bohjanen moved to allow them to burn the trees. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. The Clerk requested clarification on handling the billing for gasoline between the departments. After discussion, Mr. Rosengren moved to transfer monies from the other Funds into the General Fund ona quarterly basis for the gasoline used. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. A call had been received from the County inquiring whether Lino Lakes had any projects to be undertaken under the Emergency Employment Act. Mr. L'Allier mentioned that Mr. Jaworski had once suggested cleaning the County ditches, but we had received no answer on this. Mr. Rosengren suggested that if we were to get the additional 20' right -of -way from St. Joe's Church on Sunrise Ave., that the trees would have to be cut. Mr. Jaworski stated that the priest had no objections to taking out the trees and cutting the bank, but he couldn't see 1 1 1 147 12/27/71 giving away land that actually belongs to congregation members living outside of the community. However, they might sell. Mr. Jaworski was asked to contact the Church to see if we can get an easement or purchase the land. The Clerk was asked to call Mr. Torkildson to see if they can do anything with the ditches and then to send copies of his remarks to the members. A bid on tape recording equipment had been received from Schaak Electronics. Mr. Bohjanen stated that his 2 contacts had been too busy over the Christmas season to come in, but would in January when we. would get better prices. The Clerk read a letter from Centennial State Bank of Lexington stating that they had received a $2000.00 Certificate No. 1464 in the name of Floyd or June Miller which they were holding against a road improvement until requested to release same by the Village Clerk. Mr. Locher stated that he had the deeds, but hadn't had time to check the tract index against the names. Otherwise, the deeds were properly executed for the southerly 66 feet of the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 3. Mr. Gotwald had stated that this was sufficient for a turn- around. Mr. Bohjanen moved to authorize the Attorney to make the check of the tract at the courthouse, and to inform the Clerk to sign the proper papers for accepting the deeds. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. Miller asked if this took care of the variances too. Mr. Locher stated that the variances could be issued as soon as he had made that final check and so informed the Clerk that all was okay. Mr. L'Allier mentioned that Mr. Gotwald had another meeting and would like to give his report early. Mr. Gotwald stated that we had opened bids on the pump - house and the controls, and read his letter on the tabulation of the 7 bids which stated that the lowest responsible bidder was Loosen Plumbing & Heating with a bid of $40,430.00 on the base bid. The base bid utilized a conventional building, and the alternate bid a metal building. Mr. Gotwald noted that usually metal buildings were cheaper, but in every case the metal buildings were bid from $1500 to $2000 higher. He recommended awarding the bid to the lowest bidder. There was discussion. Mr. Gotwald stated that the 5000 gal. tank would take care of approximztely 300 lots; the well would be able to take care of the entire Jandric area. The tabulation sheet was passed around for perusal. Mr. Gotwald noted that Mr. Locher was in the process of acquiring a lot for the pumphouse. He described the building specs, and stated that it was a State requirement that in the future we would need a lab technician to run constant tests on the water. The bids fell within their cost estimates. Mr. Cardinal moved to grant the contract for the pumphouse, piping and appur- tenances to Loosen Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $40,430.00, subject to their filing of the bond. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Mr. Gotwald noted that it took some time to prepare and sign the contracts and that he couldn't say exactly when they would begin the work. Mr. Gotwald said that the motor and pump were a separate proposition. The bids were opened on December 9th; he read his recommending letter on the 7 bids, which ranged from the low bid by Layne - Minnesota of $2,832 to the hidibid of $3,630. Mr. Gotwald recommended that Keys Well Drilling be awarded the con- tract for the following reasons: 1. The difference between the low bid and the Keys bid is $168 or 5.9%. 2. The well was constructed by Keys Well Drilling Co. 3. Since the pump depends to a large extent on the well construction for pro- per operation, it would be in the best interest,of the Village to have one contractor solely responsible for the construction of the well and the installation and operation of the pump and motor. Mr. L'Allier asked if Keys would do the work for the sameprice as the low 148 12/27/71 bidder; Mr. Locher advised that they could not do this without readvertising. A change order os some sort if necessary could reduce the price to the low bid. Mr. Gotwald read the separate items which were bid on. He stated that he had talked with Layne - Minnesota and explained what his recommendation would be; they stated that if the situation were reversed, they would like to do it that way. He noted too that the legal ads and the specifications all stated that the bid would be awarded in the best interest of the Village. Following discussion, Mr. Rosengren moved to award the contract for the pump and motor to Keys Well Drilling Co. in the amount of $3,000.00 on the recom- mendation of the Engineer. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Gotwald gave the reasons why the pump couldn't be advertised with the well. Mr. L'Allier mentioned that Mr. Locher and Mr. Gotwald had been negotiating on an easement relating to the Chomonix development which was necessitated due to the County now requiring 100 feet for road easement on Birch St. The Delzer property had only a 33 foot easement anda water main needs to be put in which would be 5 feet outwide of the 50' line. The agreement signed by the Delzers is as follows: AGREEMENT For and in consideration of the within agreement, and the execution of an ease- ment by Edwin J. Delzer and Delores Delzer, for water main placement, the Village of Lino Lakes agrees to pay said Delzers the sun of $209.00, based upon $1.00 per front foot of the land owned by the Delzers. The Village further agrees as follows: 1. To replace the plum tree in the Spring of 1972 with a plum tree, a young tree, 6 -7 foot high. The existing plum tree shall not be replanted due to its age. 2. To move the cherry treest there being 2 or 3, and if same do not grow, same shall be replaced in the Spring of 1972 with cherry trees of similar size. 3. To install a 1" service to the Delzer's property line -- straight out from the West corner of the Delzer's house- -and install a corporation box; all at no charge to the Delzers, the Delzers not to be obligated to a hookup fee or charge except for a plumbing permit fee should they decide to util- ize the water and a monthly service rate and meter deposit. 4. To restore the surface, where disturbed to install the water main, to pre- existing surface level with sod in the yard area and driveway surfacing in the driveway area, comparable to existing driveway surface. The foregoing is agreed to this 21st day of December, 1971 (signatures) Mr. Locher stated that there were witnesses present when the agreement was drafted who'stated that the Delzer's had a real nice yard and driveway com- pacted of cement and motor oil. The corporation box would be installed with the main. He noted that the Metro Council may put in the sewer interceptor in which case, they would take the easement, not us. There was considerable discussion on the cost of appraisal. Mr. Rosengren moved to accept the above agreement and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the agreement and to accept the deed. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Mr. Bohjanen asked if a dollar value could be given for the trees. It was felt that the total cost of tree replacement would not exceed $250. Denny Houle questioned waiving the hookup fee, wondering if this was standard procedure. Mr. Gotwald and Mr. Locher both felt that the amount for the water hookup fee would be much less than the cost of appraisal. The vote on the motion was unanimously in favor. 12/27/71 Mr. Cardinal asked Mr. Gotwald about the check he was to make on the Chomonix .plat. Mr. Gotwald stated that this was basically unchanged from the original plat and that he had written a letter of approval on the preliminary plat. He then left. The hearing on the,Jerdee special use permit was called to order at 8 :57 p.m. Mr. Locher read the notices and affidavit of mailing, stating that all were in order. No one wished to speak in opposition. Mr. Cardinal gave the reeommenda- tion'of the P&Z which was that the Council issue the permit. Mr. L'Allier read the uses from their minutes. Mr. Cardinal moved to grant a special use permit to Eugene Jerdee and Delores L. Jerdee, to allow them to operate a small engine repair shop at 899 West County Road J, not to include snowmobile engines, and to sell lawnmowers, garden tractors and snowblowers, new and used, within the existing buildings, subject to annual inspection as to compliance. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. The hearing closed at 9:03 p.m. The hearing for requested rezoning by Forrest Tagg was called to order at 9 :04 p.m. Mr. Locher read the notice:, the legal description and the affidavit of mailing, noting that it was published in the Forest Lake Times on Dec. 2nd. All were in order. No one wished to speak in opposition. Mr. Cardinal reported that the P&Z had been advised by Mr. Van Housen that there was an inadequate submittal, and Mr. McLean recommended that the hearing be continued until the January meeting if Mr. Tagg can come up with the necessary information. Mr. L'Allier stated that he understood what they had wanted was a complete site plan laying out what the entire parcel would be used for. Mr. Tagg was confused as to what he actually needed, stating that he had a plat map there. The P&Z had not wanted to rezone the entire parcel, but only where the motel was to be lo- cated. He wished the spot where the sign would be located to be rezoned also. Mr. Tagg stated that he had not yet had the opportunity to talk with Mr. Gotwald as had been suggested. Mr. Locher stated that his recollection was that,Section 5.03 of the zoning code had not been fully complied with in that all of the plan had not been submitted to the Planner and the P&Z at least 10 days ahead of the hearing, and that there was supposed to be a discussion netween Mr. Tagg and Mr. Gotwald on sewer and servicing for sewer. He noted too that the entire parcel had been in the notices and that we could rezone any part of that parcel, but could not go beyond those limits. He thought that the feeling of the P&Z was that only the portions for which Mr. Tagg had use should be rezoned at this time. It had been mentioned that we have rezoned 3 corners of the intersection of 35E and they have been sitting there doing nothing for 3 or 4 years now. Also, he had not acquired highway access. There was discussion on this, with Mr. Locher noting that we can't rezone a lanlocked parcel; he suggested spot zoning for the sign. Mr. L'Allier asked the Clerk to send a transmittal to Mr. Van Housen to see exactly that he wanted and also to let the Engineer know he is to contact Mr. Tagg. Mr. Jaworski noted that he had talked with one of the board members of the church who had indicated that the road easement matter had passed the board and was not waiting for a vote by the congregation after the first of the year. Mr. Tagg asked about the screening. Mr. L'Allier didn;t know what the thoughts of the P&Z were on screening around a nice building. Mr. Bohjanen felt that this should be open for various idead on screening different types of buildings. Mr. Cardinal moved to reset the Forrest Tagg rezoning before the P&Z at 8 :30 p.m. on January 19th and before the Council at 8 :30 p.m. on January 24th. Seconded 150 12/27/71 by W. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Tagg asked if he would be able to rezone the entire piece or only 3 or 4 acres. He stated that the motel would, take up 23 acres, and the 40 acres in the swamp would be left for the time being. Mr. L'Allier felt this could be left for the new Council. Mr. Locher stated that Mr. Tagg would need a survey for the portions he wished rezoned, also a permit from the State Commissioner for the sign; he read parts of the new State law. Mr. Jaworski suggested that the swamp be left as a green area. The hearing was closed at 9:18 p.m. Mr. Tagg was asked to send a note to the Clerk if he wished the size to be rezoned reduced. Mr. Cardinal had a question from the P&Z as to whether the Building Inspector had been contacted to see if there was a building permit for the garage on the Rogaila property. The Clerk thought there was one. Also, a question had arisen as to whether the person next to Dick Olson's on Lake Drive had gotten a building permit for the metal shed he had erected in the swamp. Mr. Rosengren noted that if the owner had sufficient acreage he would need no permit. Mr. Locher thought it was a 20 acre parcel. Mr. Bohjanen stated he would contact the owner, Robt. Wilson, on this. Mr. Jaworski, wondered if Mr. Wilson didn't need a.permit from the State to fill the swamp. It was noted that he must have contacted the State to get a permit for a road easement. Mr. Cardinal reported that the P&Z had discussed the square footage on living units in the new code, but had layed the matter over to study later. Mr. Jaworski reported that he had checked on the rental of a warming house. For a 101x18' building with a stove, insulated with styrofoam, with lights, it would cost $720 for the season. They will sell it for $1900, which can be nego- tiated, possibly for $1575. It was plywood construction. Mr. Jaworski stated that it would coat $250 for the plywood alone to build. Mr. Bohjanen thought that it was too,much money to spend. After discussion, Mr. Jaworski was advised to get bids on a warming house to present at the next meeting. Mr. Jaworski mentioned that Ham Lake had adopted a snowmobile ordinance in which violaters get fined or must attend safety classes. He will check with the club on this. The hearing on the Chamonix South plat was called to order at 9 :28 p.m. Mr. Locher read the notices which had been presented at the previous hearings, and read the Dec. 15th letter from Mr. Van Housen which was read at the last P&Z hearing recommending several items for compliance. A subsequent letter from Mr. Van Housen stated the revised plans were in accordance with the Planning Commission's request with the exception of the landscape plan which must be completed per his red lines on the drawing. He advised the owners that the landscape plan is mandatory and certificates of occupancy will not be issued untilthis work is completed. He recommended that with the following of this request that the Council approve the plans and permit the developer to build Model No. 8. He commended Chamonix and Suburban Engineering for the complete- ness of their plans. The Clerk read the portion of the December P&Z minutes pertaining to the Chom- onix South plat. It had been noted that a through street had been eliminated, and that 100 square feet had been.added to the units to meet and exceed our requirements under the new zoning code. Mr. Gotwald had written that he had reviewed the plans as to streets, drainage, sanitary sewer and the water system, all of which were found to be adequate; he recommended approval. There were no objections. Mr. L'Allier noted that this was only the preliminary plat and that any recommended changes would have to be met before final approval. There was discussion on the streets and size of the units. Mr. Locher stated that the revised unit sizes were 1302 sq. ft. on 3-bedroom units and 1178 sq. ft. 151 12/27/71 on 2-bedroom units; the code requires 1150 sq. ft. on 2 bedrooms and 1300 sq. ft. on 3 bedrooms. Don Waalen presented Bill Meyer of Suburban Engineering who displayed the revised layouts. A total of 68 units, seventeen 2- bedroom and fifty -one 3 bedroom units, were included. The through street had been elimina- ted because they didn't want people from the residential area driving through the private streets. Mr. Bohjanen inquired about fire trucks reaching the townhouse units. Mr. Meyer stated it would increase the mileage by 1 1/g miles to go through Lantern Lane. Mr. Cardinal pointed out that the fire trucks would be coming from Centervillw and could reach the area quicker than through the through street. Mr. Meyer noted that the fire hydrants were laid out for quick access. Don Marier asked about parking in the driveways, and how wide they were. Mr. Meyer stated they were about 9 -10 feet, and that the garage was to be used to park 1 vehicle. He admitted it would be necessary to remove any car from the driveway in order to get a car out of the garage. Mr. Meyer said they had precluded that we would not allow, parking on the streets. Mr. Keprios stated that they were adding parking areas in the plat for visitors in the common green areas. Mr. Locher stated that for policing we definitely could prohibit parking in the streets. It was the consensus of the Council that there should be additional parking facilities provided and that it is their intent to ultimately prohibit parking on the streets in that it would not be in the best interests of the community, and specifically for the purpose of providing police and fire protection. Mr. Keprios noted that our Engineer had insisted on enough street and parking being provided. Mr. Gotwald's recommending letter was read. Mr. Waalen doubted if Mr. Van Housen had looked at their revised landscaping layout, since the one they had with them showed the changes which he had recommended. Mr. Van Housen's Dec. 23rd letter was re -read. The Clerk stated that she had talked with Mr. Van Housen today and he had not mentioned receiving more plans. Mr. L'Allier asked that the Jandric people submit the newest revised plan to the Planner. Mr. Cardinal moved to accept the revised preliminary plat of Chomonix South providing that it complies with the restrictions noted in the P&Z minutes as read, and including the revised landscaping plans, and also the Council's wishes as they relate to the parking. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Meyer, after checking the plans with Mr. Van Housen's letter, stated that he would get the revised landscaping plan to the Planner and the Clerk. Mr. Peprios asked if the Councilor P&Z had looked at the various condominium plans which had been sent to the Clerk. Mr. L'Allier felt that all probably had but since there would soon be new members on the Council and P&Z, it should wait for them to look at. Mr. Keprios asked if this matter would automatically carry over onto a future agenda. Mr. Bohjanen felt that the P&Z would take a look at this at one of their first meetings, and that U.S. Lakes would be advised. The hearing closed at 10 :03 p.m. Mr. L'Allier mentioned that Mr. Robert Herbst.had asked to be on the agenda to present plans and ideas that sound interesting and attractive for the area in the SE part of the Village by Lake Amelia. Mr, Herbst presented Ralph Olson, staff architect, and Mr. Everett Thorson, chief architect, of Autumn Enterprises to explain the project. Mr. Ralph Olson came forward with drawings, noting that this project would take several years. The plans are for a total living area with a natural setting near the freeway. Possibly, it could be linked up with the proposed Metro Council trail areas. He described the types of buildings to be included. The small ponds could be joined to use for swimming, parking would be under the buildings. 152 12/27/71 Their main problem was obtaining sewer service. Mr. Herbst stated that the original plan of the Metro Council was to run sewer up Centerville Road from the South, but this plan had been discarded in favor of a line from Circle Pines, and this would be 2 miles cross - country from the project. Mr. L'Allier noted that the Metro trail was a thorn in our side, and that the Council had gone on record against this in favor of having the counties and municipalities work out their own park or trail plans. There was discussion. Mr. Olson stated that the big gravel cut would be under the parking lot and shopping facilities, they will try to utilize the lay of the land. Mr. L'Allier advised that it would be hard to give an answer on the sewer now as this would depend on their timetable. They might be able to negotiate with another Village for sewer. In regard to a comprehensive plan, Mr. Olson stated that he was able to get out of the Metro Council the fact that they don't have any intentions in developing sewage lines along the freeway. But in the past development has followed the freeways. Mr. L'Allier noted that the Village would like to see development come as it pleases. Mr. Olson felt that the first phase of the project might come in 2 to 2 1/2 years. After discussion, Mr. L'Allier advised Mr. Herbst to contact Mr. Bohjanen when they wish to bring in more plans. He thought the concept looked good. Mr. Rosengren had no report. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he had rescheduled the meeting with the other Mayors on the fire contracts for Jan. 3rd at 8 p.m. Also the 2 tape recorders he had mentioned earlier had fizzled out, being too close to Christmas. He was quite concerned with the number of breakins over the Christmas period. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he understood that Blaine had a marking system in which homeowners could put numbers on their furniture or appliances which might aid in recovering same if they should be stolen. He felt that this might make persons less apt to break in. Mr. L'Allier stated that he had given the material on this to Mary and will get it to Bill. He noted that the Civil Defense was interested in this, and the civic groups might buy some of the engravers to loan out. - Perhaps when we get a full -time police department, this could be done; the individual number would be put on a computer for identification purposes. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he would like to set this up with the County police department. Mr. L'Allier stated that Mr. Bohjanen had felt that the new Council members should be sworn in tonight, and that even though we've always done this at the first meeting of the new year, there is no reasons why it shouldn't be done - -it was a good -idea. Mr. L'Allier asked the Clerk to read the Civil Defense report on their activities for the past year. Old business was taken up. Amending Ordinance 25A on animal control in order to meet the new contract terms was discussed. Mr. Fleming's letter was read, which stated that the daily board for dogs would be increased from $1.00 to $1.50; also the monthly patrol pay to be raised from $15 to $35. The general eoneensus was that the patrol increase exceeded that allowed by the wage and price legis- lation. Mr. Bohjanen moved to authorize the Attorney to request an opinion on this requested increase. Seconded by Mr. L'Allier. Carried unanimously. Mr. Locher felt we should hold up on the amendment until the second meeting in Jan- uary. This will be put on the agenda. Re- certifying the budget was discussed. Mr. L'Allier noted that a special meeting had been held to determine the levy limitation, and that the budget fell well within it. The Clerk had sent all members a copy of the revised bud- get which reflected the increase in State aids to be received in 1972. This had resulted in a zero levy for the General Fund, and an excess of $2086 was put into the Parks & Playgrounds Fund, reducting its levy. Mr. L'Allier noted that the mill rate had been reduced by 12 mills over the prevbus computation. Mr. Bohjanen moved to recertify the 1972 budget as follows: General Fund Parks & Playgrounds Roads & Bridges Civil Defense Levy $ -0- 7,115.00 61,900.00 3,300.00 Levy Fire Protection $ 8,310.00 Debt Redemption #1 12,000.00 Debt Redemption #2 10,000.00 Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. L Allier asked the Clerk to read the letters from the Assessor in regards to her request for a pay raise from $200 to $300 per month. She had stated that approximately 255 new residences in the Shenandoah and Chamonix plats could be expected over the next 2 years in addition to the regular growth of the Village; this would increase her work load by some 35 %. The water and sewer line assess- ment work would add work also. She spent a minimum of 1 1/2 hours in the assess- ment of each new home and drove approximately 5 miles for each one. She had noted too that all buildings and land must be reassessed both in 1972 and 1973. This was discussed. .Mr. Bohjanen felt that this was only based on estimates and wondered if we might get in trouble by granting the raise if the expected in- crease did not materialize. Mr. Bohjanen moved to authorize the Attorney to get an opinion on the requested raise from the Price and Wage Board by the second meeting in January when it will be on the agenda. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. The Clerk stated that it had cost about $2.18 to photocopy and staple the 66 pages of the revised building code; she assumed that the Council would want a cover on them also. Mr. Bohjanen moved to set the price at $2.50 for each copy of the revised building code. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. After discussion of the cigarette license applications received, Mr. Cardinal moved to grant cigarette licenses to the following applicants: VFW Post #6583, Nathe Brother, Inc., John E. Quinlan, Henry Rosengren, Oasis, Inc., and Annie Ross. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. It was suggested that the Clerk call to remind those who had not yet applied for their licenses. Mr. Bohjanen submitted his resignation as Trustee effective Dec. 31, 1971. Mr. L'Allier moved to accept Mr. Bohjanen's resignation. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Motion carried with Mr. Bohjanen abstaining. Mr. Locher conducted the swearing -in of Mr. Bohjanen as Mayor and Mr. Don Marier as Trustee. Since Mr. Lundberg was not in attendance, the Clerk was advised that she could administer his oath at any time. Congratulations were given. Mr. Cardinal mentioned that the last paragraph of the December P&2 minutes recommended that the Council keep Tom Van Housen as Planner for another year. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he took it just as a recommendation and left it at that we will look at it the first of the year. The matter of gasoline credit cards was discussed. Mr. Myhre stated that he would like to keep the cards issued to the police department in order to have them when it was necessary to make trips out of town to deliver prisoners, etc. Mr. Bohjanen moved to contact our people other than the Police Department to pick up all credit cards and return them to the office. Seconded by Mr. L'Allier. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski moved to ppy the bills as audited. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. 154 12/27/71 Mr. Cardinal moved to adjourn at 10 :58 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Aye. Minutes approved at the meeting of January 10, 19 Clerk- Treasurer 1/10/72 The first regular 1972 Lino Lakes Village Council meeting held on January 10th was called to order by Mayor Bohjanen at 8 :02 p.m. He noted that the meeting was being recorded. Trustees present were: Donald Marier, Ronald Jaworski and Andrew Cardinal. Mr. Jaworski moved to approve the minutes of the December 27, 1971 meeting as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen asked for nominations to fill the vacancy on the Council. Mr. Marier moved to nominate Maxine Swanson to fill the vacancy on the Council. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. He asked for other nominations; Mr. Jaworski noted that there was a motion on the floor and another nomination would be out of order. Vote on the motion: Marier- -Yes; Jaworski--Aye; Cardinal - -No; Bohjanen -- Yes. Motion carried. Mrs. Swanson was sworn into office by Attorney Locher. Father Jack Wirth of St. Joseph's Church gave the invocation. Mr. Bohjanen stated that for the past several years we have had a citizen's award presented to some deserving person in the Village; this was originally started by the Community and. Business Development Committee, so he had turned this over to them. Temporary Chairman Bill Houle escorted Mrs. Julia Faymoville to the front to receive a corsage and plaque as the 1972 Citizen of the Year. Mr. Houle read a lengthy list of background information and civic activities which Mrs. Faymoville had participated in. Mr. Bohjanen made the following appointments: Attorney -- Landol Locher Clerk- Treasurer - -June Emerton Deputy Clerks- -Elsie Linnell and Joan Heath Engineers -- Milner W. Carley. & Associates Mr. Jaworski interupted, pointing out that it was improper to list the Clerk as an appointment as she is a fulltime employee of the Village; he felt that if this was a motion that it was improper. Mr. Bohjanen stated that none of these appointments run for a particular year, but are routinely named. He asked Mr. Locher for a opinion. Mr. Locher stated that the Handbook for Villages does state specifically that terms, except for the designation of the official news- paper, do not necessarily run for a full term of 1 year. Mr. Locher read from the Handbook that it is no longer required by statute nor advisable to appoint officials each year; the common practice is to make all appointments of indef- inite duration subject to termination at Council discretion. A person once appointed continues to serve until he resigns or is removed by Council action. Mr. Jaworski stated that the Clerk was hired under Ordinances 43A & B and would not qualify as an appointment. Mr. Locher suggested proceeding with the other appointments while he checked further. Mr. Bohjanen continued with the appointments: Assessor - -Edna Sarner Weed Inspector--R. V. Ellingsen Animal Control,-Bruce Fleming C D Director -- Charles Cape Fire Marshall- -Jim Livingston Liaison to the Gas Utilities- -Bill Blaylock