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The first regular meeting of the year of the Lino Lakes Village Council was
called to order on January 11. 1971 at 8:10 P.M. by Mayor L'Allier with all
members present.
Rev. Kenneth Willard of Gethsemane Methodist Churci was asked to giore an invoca-
tion dedicating the new building and the new year.
Mr Andrew Cardinal was sworn in for a three -year term as Trustee. Mr. Myhre,
Constable, was not present at this time to be sworn in.
Mr. Jaworski moved to accept the minutes of Dec. 28, 1970 as corrected.
Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously.
Mayor L'Allier announced the presentation of the annual Citizen of the Year
Award, which is given to a Lino Lakes citizen who has been a dedicated citizen and has
worked unselfishly for the good of the people. After reading the highlights of her
life, mayor L'Allier presented the Award to Lena Billik who has spent so many years
working with the children in Sunrise Park. Pictures were taken .
Mayor L'Allier stated that he would read the list of offdcials he wished to appoint ;
if there were any objections, the Council would take a vote at that point.
Mr. L'Allier moved that the following be appointed:
Acting Mayor
Clerk - Treasurer
Deputy Clerk
Engineer
Attorney
Building Inspector
Assessor
Asst. Weed Inspector
Animal Control
Civil Defense Director
Fire Marshall
Liaison to Gas Utilities
Mr. Jaworski
June L. Fmerton (the matter of salary would
be taked up later.)
Carolyn Howard
Milner W. Carley & Assoc., specifically
George Gottwald
Babcock & Locher, specifically Landol Locher
Albert Dupre
Edna L. Sarner
R. V. Fllingsen (the Mayor is Weed Inspector)
Bruce Fleming, same bid as last year
Charles W. rape
John R. Juleen
William Blaylock
Accountant Waldemar Hill
Mr. L'Allier noted that we would forego appointing a roads and parks superivsor since
the Personnel commission was looking into the matter of hiring a fulltime man for
this position, with a target date of 2 months. He wished to see us continue with
Roy Backlin acting as temporary Roads and Parks Sunervisor until a decision is made.
Plumbing- Tns ector Winfield West
Heal h Ins ec`.or Dr. Midboe, temnorarily. We have requested the
County to give us professional service at little cost; they have indicated looking
favorably on our request; we hone to hear before the brochure is nrinted.
Bondin" Consul'ant, Scrim steel, Inc.
Bank Depository Centennial State Bank of Lexington
Mayor L'Allier asked for e confirmiqg notion at this point. Mr Bohjanen asked if the
nosi'ion of Roads and Parks Surer isor was to be left open A+, this time. Mr.
L'Allier thou h`. they e decision would be made by "arch 1Rt by -,he Personnel
Commission.
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Mr. Cardinal moved to confirm the above appointments as set forth by the Mayor.
}Seconded by F'r. Bohjanen. ' arried unanimously.
Mr. L'Allier stated that he had bypassed the appointment for legal newspaper;
he had received the bid from the Forest Take Times at home and had forgotten it;
*'r. Backlin had been sent to pick it up. Crystal Ahlman stated that she objected
to the Forest Take Times as our newspaper since there was nothing in it about
our meetings.
Mr. T'Allier appointed the following persons to the Park Board:
Arthur Hawkins 3 year term
Mrs. Dole Tresler 1 year term
Josenh Davis 1 year term
Harold Lehman 3 year term
"rs. Ruth Rector 2 year term
*'r. Jaworski moved to accent these appointments to the Park Roard, Qeconded by
"r, Rosengren. Carried unanimously. W. Jaworski felt it would be appropriate
to send letters of thanks to the previous members who are not now serving.
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W. L'Allier's recommendation, Mr. Bohjanen moved to retain our present park
supervisors, namely, Lena Billik at Sunrise Park and Chancy LeVesseur at Lino Park.
Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously.
Mr. L'Allier stated that he wished to rename John McLean, who has been extremely
enthusiastic and has moved things along, to another 3 year term. He also stated
that he wished to rename Arnold Kelling, past mayor, who is an energetic member
and who adds a lot to the functioning of the Board-, to another 3 year term. He
named Edward Karth endJ eme8IJJ Hill to e 2 year term; E. P. Jester, Glenn Rehbein
and James Husnik to a l year term. Mr. Cardinal moved to accept these persons as
members of the flanning and Boning Board. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried
unanimously.
Mayor L'Allier stated that in the past we have had a road study Board; however,
it is questionable at this time, until 9 time as specific duties are set
forth, whether we should consider abandoning this Board. He stated that in 1969
the Engineers had set forth a plan to surface all gravel roads, this work to be
completed in 1974. Mr. JeWorski moved that on the Mayor's suggestion we forego
the Road Study Board for the time being; that it could be reconvened if needed.
Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously.
Mr. L'Allier listed the Council members' responsibilities as follows:
Mr. L'Allier -- Mayor, Liaison to the Anoka County Ass'n of municipalities
and to its Legislative Committee; in charge of the Civil
Defense and the Police Department,
Mr, Rosengren- -Head of the Road Department, Liaison to the Roads and Parks
Supervisor until a°..£ulltime man is appointed.
Mr. L'Allier noted that the Road Study Board and the Municipal Building Committee
to which Mr. Rosengren was Liaison last year, held many meetings; thses are now
inactive, however.
Mr. Cardinal -- Liaison to the Planning & Zoning Board, alternate Liaison to
the Anoka County Assn of Municipalities; Liaison to the
Personnel Commission which was just reactivated.
Mr. Jaworski-- Liaison to the Park Board.
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Mr. Bohjanen -- Liaison to the Community & Business Development Commission.
Mr. Rosengren moved to confirm these responsibilities. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal.
Carried unanimously.
Mr. Bohjanen suggested the following names for the Community and Business
Development Commission: Crystal Ahlman,JulieFaymoville, Audrey Tauer, Vivian
Rehbein,Lee Robinson, Charles Gottwaldt, Irvin Zastrow, William Houle, Carlo
Sooger, Mary Gould and Art Robyn. Mr. Bohjanen suggested that the C&BCD meeting
date be changed to ,the first Thursday of ,each month at 8 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen moved
that the meeting date of the C&BCD be changed as suggested and that the above
names be approved. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously.
Mr. L'Allier stated that with the exception of the newspaper this was the end of
the offical appointments. Mr. Bohjanen asked about the change in fire chiefs.
Mr. L'Allier stated that he prefered to see in bold letters on the brochure the
First Aid and Fire Numbers, with the County Sheriff's number first, then the
chief Constable. Mr L'Allier stated that we would get the names of the new fire
chiefs later.
. Backlin arrived with the Forest Lake Times bid; this was considered along
with those from the Circulating Pines and the Blaine Life. Mr. L'Allier noted
that they all charged the same since this is set by law. Crystal stated that since
we had switched tb the Forest Lake Times there is never a reporter here and
nothing in the paper on our meetings. She felt that the Blaine Life was widely
circulated in the Village and gave better coverage of the meetings. Mr. Bohjanen
stated that he prefered a paper which covers the Couhty news which is better than
one out of the County.
fir. Bohjanen moved to designate the Blaine Life as our official newspaper. 'There
was no second for the motion which died.
Mr. Jaworski moved to accept the Forest Lake Times to be „designated as our legal
newspaper for 1971. Seconded by-Mr. Rosengren. Mr. L'Allier commented that
perhaps's reporter of the paper had not always been present, but Mr. Cardinal had
spoked to Mr. Rasmussen of the Times who had promised better coverage. Mrs. Gould
stated that she liked the Blaine Life's coverage. Mr. L'Allier noted that ,even
though the Blaine Life is not our legal paper they,have been giving us very good
coverage. It was noted that the local paper read depended on where one lived in
the village. Crystal stated again that the reporter was never here. At this
point Mr. L'Allier called upon Peg Tester of the Times to stand up and make her
presence known. Mr. Bohjanen stated that this was only about the third time
that she had been present. Denny Houle asked whether we were looking for a legal
newspaper or one that covers the politics; that we should keep to the legal angle.
The vote on the motion to accept the Forest Lake Times was as follows: Mr.
Jaworski, Aye; Mr. Cardinal, Aye; Mr. Rosengren, Aye; Mr. Bohjanen, No; W. L'Allier,
Aye: The motion carried.
Mr. Jaworski moved to issue cigarette licenses to the following applicants after
Mr. Locher had approved the applications: DeLores I. Peters, Circle —Lex V.F.W.
Post 6583, B.K.O., Stanly E. Thayer, Nathe Bros., Inc., Jimmy C. Aragon, Annie
J. Ross, and Ruth E. Freeman. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Carried ihanimously.
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The Clerk reported that after conferring with the Attorney and the Mayor, she had
decided to purchase the A. B. Dick copy machine Model 675. The price was $1272.35
compared with $1250 from Sevin; however, the maintenance contracts are $96 per
year from A. B. Dick compared with $120 per year from Sevin. The paper and
supplied were very close in price. Also, A. B. Dick had taken the old wet photo-
copier intrade for $65 worth of paper and supplies.
Mr. Bohjanen moved to confirm the previous discussion on the purehasecofihe
A. B. Dick photocopy machine based on the recommendation of the Attorney and
the Mayor. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously.
The Clerk also reported that the,new Tab lateral filing system had been installed
this morning so that it could be viewed by the public. W. Cardinal stated that
he had no report; the next P&Z meeting would be Jab. 20th. W. Jaworski had no
report.
Mr. Rosengren reported that the new truck had not yet come, but should definitely
be here next week. He stated that we had received a letter from the County
stating that we would be receiving a piece of old County Road #54 south Hwy #14
to the cutoff. He didn't feel that we should take all of the road, that some of
it should go to Washington County as we already have a good piece of it. Mr.
Gotwald recommended that Mr. Locher be allowed to contact the Anoka County Com-
missioners or at least the County Engineer to get the status of the responsibility
on the East County Line.
Mr. L'Allier noted that Anoka County had gone on record last year agreeing to
assume responsibility of the East County Line with Washington County. Washington
County replied stating that they were waiting for completion of 135E. He has
contacted the Washington County people trying to get some further action. Mr.
L'Allier felt it was worth while having Mr. Locher contact the County officials.
Mr. Jaworski thought that the County should bring the road up to specs before
turning it over. Mr. Gotwald stated that it had been reconstructed last year
and regraded; also drainage work and gravelling had been done. He stated that
it amounted to 1/2 mile of old road which has little traffic; he didn't know how
the conditon was now. Mr. Jaworski felt we should look at it in.the spring.
Mr. Gottwald stated that this was fine since the turnover was scheduled for May
15th. Mr. Gottwald and Mr. Rosengren were instructed to check the road.
Mr. Gotwald felt that it might be possible to get the County to swap part of
Bald Eagle Blvd. for this piece of #54. Al Ross noted that Commissioners Fields
and Burman were on the County Road Committee. Denny Houle wished to have the
Engineer take a look at the bridge on #54 also. W. Gotwald stated that regarding
the bridge on 80th which he was authorized to inspect, he would like to contact
Mr. Lundheim's office and have someone from there inspect it with him to see
exactly what is wrong; they could look at the bridge on #54 at the same time.
Mr. Cardinal moved to authorize Mr. Locher to contact the County regarding the
turnover of County Road #54, the inspection of the bridge on #54 and the possible
swapping of pieces of road. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously.
Roy Baeklin stated that Mr. Lundheim had once mentioned that, 1. mile of the County
Line going South was taked over.fram Oneka and had suggested that it be taken over
for a service road this fall. W. Gotwald will check.
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W. Bohjanen reported that the C&BDC had set the Open House date for February 13th,
so they could have a Valentine's Day dance. W. Jaworski felt that this might
interfere with other doings going on in the Village the same day. W. Bohjanen
stated that the VFW had not felt that it would interfere mich with their dance,
rather that the people would swing back and forth between the two. The VFW
dance would begin early.
Mr. Bohjanen gave details for the Open House: it would start about 1:30 to 2: P.M.
with a break for supper; a recognition program for officials would be held at
8 P.M. and the dance a 9 P. M4. The emcee for the program would be the first Mayor
of the Village.: Mr. L' . ,lier felt the : >afternoon Open House shoul,not be commercial
;but he had , na' objections to the- Civil Defense ,eeil3 . hand beer a t , the dance i n
.the, evening. ,, °Mr. Bohjanen felt that they would sell buttons for the dance
during that time, at a table in some corner. W. L'Allier asked to be kept advised
on the plans. W. Bohjanen stated that he was drafting the invitation letters.
They would use February 13th definitely; he would let the news articles out.
Mr. L'Allier announced that the Planner had tentatively set a meeting with the
Metro Park Board staff per our request for January 19th at 8 P.M. here for the
purpose of finding out exactly what they have in mind for us.
W. L'Allier announced a Metro Hearing at the Arts and Science■Auditorium at
3:30 P.M. tomorrow on a major development center. Also, tomorrow night at 7:30
P.M. there would be a Metro Transit hearing. The first regular meeting of the
Legislative Committee of the Anoka Ass'n of Municipalities would be this Saturday
at 9 A.M. concerning future legislation.
W. L'Allier stated that the bill for membership in the Anoka County Ass'n of
Municipalities is the same as last year: $157.57. He commented on several of
their achievements in the past year. W. L'Allier moved to pay the dues to the
Association. Seconded by W. Rosengren. Carried unanimously.
Mr. L'Allier stated that over the holidays he had called all Council members
concerning the Circle Pines police car which had blown up and their request to
.use our second car. They had insurance as stated in a letter from their attorney
and would reimburse us for expenses. The car was loaned to them and has now been
returned. Their mayor was to keep a tab on the mileage and other expenses. W.
L'Allier noted that this was related to the mutual aid agreements previously signed.
W. Jaworski moved to confirm this action by the members to allow Circle Pines
to use our second car. Seconded by W. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. W.
Bohjanen felt that in the future if the same type situation were to occur, that
they should cover our name on the doors of the, ear, since it might raise some
question of our car were seen out of the village.
W. L'Allier gave the following list of objectives and legislative proposals to
back in 1971: ( contained on . two enclosed sheets)
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Lino Lakes, First Council Meeting, 1971
To: Council • Members
From: Mayor Ralph L'Allier
Ob festive` or 197
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1. Complete third segment of our improved road program which calls for the
surfacing of 3.5 miles of unimproved roads during 1971.
2. Sponsor a bill before the 1971 legislature which• would require compensa-
tionto local governments for the removal of land from the property tax
rolls by another unit of government. The bill should provide for re-
imbursement of tax loss for a period of 10 years. The assessed valuation of
the property would be determined each year by obtaining,eurrent valuations
from the county auditor. It is imperative that this type of bill be passed
if Lino Lakes is to be reimbursed for the proposed acquisition of land
recently recommended by the metropolitan park board.
3. Office Hours — Increase the number of hours which the village hall is
open from four to six hours a day. Also recommend increasing the
clerk's monthly salary from $300 to $422 per month.
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Mobile Homes — Extend the moratorium on mobile homes through 19'71 or
until such time as the existing mobile home tax laws are revised.
Mobile Home Legislation — Recommend that the village support the revision
of the'existing mobile home tax laws so as to value and tax mobile homes
the same as residential dwellings. ()Hobile homes are now taxed as
personal property and are subject to an accelerated depreciation
schedule.)
6. M re real Liven a anc7 Fees — Review all existing licenses and fees and
compare them with the current Minnesota League of Municipalities
licenses and fee schedule so as to update existing licenses and fees. In
that regard, I am hereby appointing William Bohjanen, Ron Jaworski and
Henry Rosengren as a committee to make the necessary review.and
make a preliminary report to the council during the first meeting in
March, 1971.
Full —time Road Department,— Hire a full —time man for the Road Dept.
who will function as a road supervisor IN charge of roads, parks, etc.
Target Date: April 1.
8. .. — Support legislation that would require
the state to put up its full faith and credit toward general obligation
bonds sold by local governmental units. Today municipalities are given
different bond ratings which affects the saleability of bonds offered for
sale. Many small communities find it extremely difficult to sell bonds
because of their financial rating. The fact of the matter is there have
been no bond failures in the state of Minnesota in the last twenty years.
The net result of such a change in the law would not jeopardize the
credit of the state and would insure communities that their bonds are
saleable and at a reasonable interest rate.
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9. Fi_RcA0 Dimwifziei -,- Support legislation that would correct the fiscal
disparities that exist in the seven county metropolitian area. There
are several bills being prepared at this time, all of which will be
reviewed by our Anoka County-Association of Minicipalities Legislative
Committee. I will suggest a recommended bill at the time'the legislative
committee has completed their review.
10. Me•ropolit an Airports Commission - Support a change in the present
structure of the Metropolitan Airports Commission which would provide
for representation from the county in which a metropolitan airport
is or is to be located.
11. Udggesoti Reception and Diagnostic Center - Lino Lakes,- Within the
next 30 days I shall make specific recommendations as to recommended
changes in the state laws that will directly affect the Reception
Center. The general areas will involve: a maximum security facility,
limitations of the number of people housed at the Center, security
fencing and perimeter lighting, security control, and employees salaries.
12. Zoning District Code - Adopt the "Proposed Zoning District Code"
recently presented to us by our planner. Coiplete the first
segment of our comprehensive plan by November'1. 1971.
13. Adopt a short and long -range ,park program by October 1, 1971.
14. Industrial and Residential Development - Encourage and work with
residential and industrial developers so as to build a favorable tax
base for the village of Lino Lakes.
Mr. Gotwald stated that, in conversation with the Metro Sewer Board, he found
that they want a letter stating that we have received a comprehensive sewer plan
and have adopted same. He thought that there were past resolutions adopting each
segment of the sewer plan, but that it would be simpler to pass a new resolution
adopting all the past reports. He stated that the plan is current and revised,
there has been no change in the basic design. Mr. Locher stated that we could
reconfirm the plan since it is basically the original overall plan. Mr. Gotwald
stated that the Metro Sewer Board wanted to lay out the sewer plans of the entire
area so they could make priorities; they also want to be sure we won't change
the plans we have now.
Mr. L'Allier asked if the interceptor line to Centerville would belong to'the
Metro Council and was told yes., Mr. Bohjanen asked of our plans were geared to
the Metro Council plans and was told yes. Mr, Gotwald discussed the process of
turning the plans over to the Metro Council. They would like to have a resolu-
tion that we will follow our plans. He mentioned that his firm's recommendations
had followed a 20 -year old Metro plan. It is hard to get additional aids of we
have no comprehensive sewer plan.
Mr. Rosengren moved to adopt a resolution certifying acceptance of all previous
sewer plans presented by Milner W. Carley and Associates and stating tha Lino
Lakes intends to follow those plans. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. The roll was
called giving unanimous consent.
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Mr. Gotwald recommended that at the meeting with the Metro Parks planners that
we bring out the philosophy of certain roads, namely that those which circle
lakes should be considered as lake boulevards and thus be under the jurisdiction
of the'park system. He thought that the Metro Parks should take over some of
these roads such as around Centerville Take and Bwld Eagle Take. There was some
discussion. Mr. T'"llier mentioned that this would be a joint meeting with
the P&Z, the Park Board and the Planner and the Engineer.
Mr. Locher had no other report.
Mr. Bohjanen asked whether we had officially signed everything in taking over
the new Hall. Mr. Locher noted that the insurance had been taken care of before
we moved in. Mr. Bohjanen then adked of we would meet with the contractor
and officially take it over or would this be automatic? Mr. L'^llier noted
that there were some changes to be made yet.- Mr, Gotwald stated -that he
had contacted their supervisor and given him a list of all items which
remained to be taken care of. of the $80,000 cost of the building some $67,000 had
been paid leaving about '13,000 to go. He recommended holding the cirrent bill
for some '5,000; this was agreed to. Mr. Gotwald stated that he would make a
final inspection with one of the Council members and would then write a letter
to the Council recommending acceptance. When we-make the final payment we
officially take it over. ['Allier noted that it would not hurt to hold out
on the payment a while. Mr. °Bohjanen stated that he would like to see every
thing cleaned up by Open House.
ur. L'Allier read the police report as follows* 2,275.5 miles driver, 251 home
and business checks, 21 assists to/by other departments, 11 complaints, 2 snow - --
mobile complaints, 7 legal papers delivered, 4 medicals, 3 accidents, 3 false
burglar alarm calls, 2 thefts amounting to $2,450.00, 1 fire call, 1 aid to
motorist, 1 escapee involving 1 hour's time.
Ur. L'lllier stated that we had budgeted for the Village office to be open 6
hours per day in 1971. Last year we had paid the Clerk $300 per month for keeping
the office open b hours per day; she is now working 6 hours per day starting
January 1st, and will attend the two regular meetings per month. He recommended
abandoning the one evening office hour per week. The neputy Clerk will take all
special meetings. Also, the Clerk has offered to hire a babysitter. Mr. T'Allier
proposed that the salary for the nlerk to work 6 hours per day plus two meetings
per month should be $422,10 per month, which is a 5% increase over the calculated
hourly wage in 1970.
Mr. T.'^llier moved that the Clerk be hired at a salary of '422.10 per month for
a 6 hour day, five days per week, plus 2 regular meetings taking approximately
4 hours each. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski.. Mr. Bohjanen asked whether anyone had
come in during the hour on Tuesday evening. The Clerk stated that the roads and
parks personnel brought in their time slips one Tuesday a month, and Tuesday
evening had been busy during the end of voter registration; otherwise, there had
only been 1 person in six months. The'motion carried unanimiusly.
Mr. L'Allier stated that A note from the Personnel Commission recuested clArifi-
cation of their objectives; they would like an answer by Wednesday. He stated
that when the Commission had been appointed it was for the study of the feasibility
of hiring a fulltime man with the understanding that the officials would provide
all nee ^sFry statistics. He felt that they should become involved in recommen-
dations or thoughts on salary for that fulltime man and also for parttime men, as
well as in salary increases. Later, they could decide whether they should cover
other items as classification and administration. He felt that a target date of
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April lst for this shozldbe set, if possible. mr. Bohjanen felt tht this was
sufficient at this time, later they could set up a program to follow. mr.
Bohjanen felt that considering all these things would involve too much time and
would cause a delay in the hiring of a fulltime man if they were all attempted
right away. Tt was mentioned that a study board to handteall applications ind
recommendations could be foreseen. The Clerk was asked to direct a letter to the
Personnel Commission setting forth their responsibilities for the time being.
Jack Rector commented that we have two fulltime men now, why only consider hiring one?
W. Cardinal mentioned that the Personnel Commission had recommended that since
there were no Village regulations on'the Use of the time clock, that a rough
draft of instructions be posted above'the time clock --he had done so. Mr. L'Allier
noted that the Personnel Commission is only advtisory in nature and can only make
recommendations; the Council does not necessarily have to follow those,recommnenda-
tions, but have the ultimate decision. He noted, too, that the Counei does not
have time for in -depth study of such situations, such studies must be used in
conjuction with the Council's thoughts.
Crystal Ahlmian presented several brochures on the Dept. of Economic Development
whose representative will be out here on the 93rd of January at 2 Poll. to meet
with us and present a program. This group will back and bond industrial building.
Glenn Rehbein complained About a permit which had been granted for a auto'raee on
Rice Lake the previous weekend. now had been plowed into drifts which were hard
for snowmobilers to see --one had crashed. 14r. "yhre stated that the County Sheriff's
office had given the permission. "r. Locher stated that he had been asked to
verify the insurance? on checking he found that Rd House had coverage from Lloyd's
of London in the Amounts of $100,000 per person, $1 million per Accident and
`50,000 property damage; the drivers would assume their own responsibility.
Tntwance was made on private of the Blue Heron. mr. House, in the Audience,
stated that he had talked with All of the council members prior to the'rAce with the
exception of the mayor; he had also talked with the Out Post and Surfside. His
own'car had been smashed; he noted tb t the man hed fallen off the snowmobile
when be flew over the bank. Glenn couldn't see leaving those banks which were
'dengeroos and felt `that the lakes should be left for the snowmobiles And the ()Ars
kept off., Jack> Pector commented that W. House should be commended for getting
legal authority ahead of time-- snowmobilers don't. There was some discussion on,
snowmobiles. "'r. Locher didn't know of there were any state regulations regarding
cars on lakes. mr. House noted that they bed used the north side of the lake and
as small a portion as possible. He Agreed, after some heated Audience discuss =ion,
to flatted out the banks After the races are over the end of the month.
Al Ross reported that Washington and "molts Counties will be electing a new commiss-
Aioner'to the metropolitan Transit Commission soon; the date has not yet been set.
Mr. Ross thanked all the officials and anyone associated with the building of the
new Village Hell. He reminded the Council that the first meeting of the Council
had been held in Hoffman's Auto Parts garage and that we had come a long way.
He thanked everyone for a job well done.
lam. L'Allier thanked Mr. Ross for his gracious comments, and stated that the
council were grateful for the okay on the bond issue by the citizens, He noted
that a lot of money had been spent on the building, but that we had gotten a lot
of Hall for the money; a lot of time had been spent by the officials and others
in planning the place. He thanked the Building Committee for their excellent
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job of planning, for their time and effort. Mr. L'Allier stated tbt he was glad
to have had a part of the planning and noted that he would like to have our
citizens use the Hall.
Uharles Cape stated that he had received two bids on the purchase of a newer
truck for the Civil Defense! e 1967 Rord van with 35,000 miles ;; one bid offered
a tradein on the old van of %150. Mr. Cape noted that the old van had cost
1400, which averaged out to (A25 per year for the time we had had it. Mr. Cape
also reported on the activities which the Civil Defense and its Aixiliary had
done in 1970. He showed the new first aid kit which is kept in the truck; this
is color -coded for quick reference. Mr. Bohjanen inquired whether the old truck
might be worth keeping_for any purpose. Mr. Cape stated that it was hard to get
parts for and it needs repair.
Mr. Ti'Allier stated that he couldn't say enough about our CDunits; they spend
lots of time in making the float which'is good for public relations; he noted that
when he had ridden the float in the Stillwater parade everyone had welcomed them
back. He commented on the certification of the Director, the fact that the group
is educating themselves through first aid and gun safety courses. The Auxiliary
members go to the Youth Center and give parties for the inmate& He noted that
the emergency plan for the Village would be on display at the Open House.
Mr. Tocher stated that another bid from a different person would be needed on a
comparable vehicle. Also, the title must go to the Village, not'to the CD unit,
since it is not a separate entity. Mr. Cape Stated that he could Arrange this.
Mr. Rosengren moved to authorize the purchase of a vehicle for the Civil Defense
based on the low bid, stipulating that another bid on a similar unit is obtained;
also, that the Attorney be contacted before the choice is made; also, that the
"ayor and the Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary papers when they Are
ready. Seconded by Mr.'Jaworski. Carried unanimously.
Mx; Jaworski moved to pay the bills as audited. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. ?'t
was noted that the check for the time clock should be charged to the Municipal
Building Fund since the clock is attached to the building. 'motioned carried,unam.
Marvin B. !+fie was sworn as,constable for a two year term. Mr, Tr'Allier
offered his congrptulationS. He also thanked -Mrs. Waymoville, Mrs. Kincade and Mrs.
Hill for providing information about Tens Billik and bringing her to the meeting.
Mrs. Could inquired when the matter of the Jendric sewer issue would come up
again; Mr. T.'Allier noted that the Engineer had been authorized to finalize the
plans for the treatment plant on the site. Mr. Ciotwald stated that the subject
probably would come up within 1 month or six weeks before the Council. There
was some discussion, with Mr. C•otweld noting that the Metro Sewer Board might
undertake the construction and operation of the plant, or might possibly build
the interceptor; in either case the cost would be absorbed by the seven county
'area. There will be notices before more hearings are held. There ere at
least 3 more steps, all of which will require Council consideration.
Mr. rotweld also noted that the lateral severing can'be done in small segments,
1 block'at a time of desired, so there is no worry about a large default.
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Mr. Backlin inquired whether it was necessary to have all 20 canopy lights on
every evening; he felt that these should only be on on meeting nights, since the
two security lights are sufficient. This was agreeable. Mr. Bohjanen suggested
trying some frosted lights above the Council table.
Mr. Juleen,asked how much money it was necessary to have two bids for; Mr.
T.ocher stated that anything up to X5000 reauired informal bids which must be
kept on file for 1 year. After $5000 awe must advertize for bids.
Mr. T. Allier noted the plague on the clock which had been donated by Centennial
"tate Bank of Lixington; also, they had donated a clock for the Clerk's office.
A letter of thanks will be sent.
Mr. Jaworski moved to adjourn at 10:18.P.M. Seconded by Mr. Rosengre.. Aye.
Minutes approved at the meeting of January 25,'1971
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1/19/71
The special meeting held jointly with the Village Council, P&Z Board and the
Metro Parks planners was called to order on January 19, 1971 at 8:07 P.M. The
meeting was turned over to Tom Van Heusen, Planning Consultant. Mr. Van Heusen
then turned the meeting over to Barry Peterson, who is in charge of the open
Space Program. He discussed what kind of open space is needed here in the
Village. He also discussed the types of soil and land around the lakes and
their suitability for development.
Pon Jaworski asked whether or not they were discussing just Lino Lakes (the
prime interest where the park was coneernee. The answer was that the soil
conservation study did not have the research on other areas finished at the
time this study was mede.
The approach wes made in what seemed to be the right direction in which the
Village should go. They have gone into detailed study to show what kind
of soil, vegation, etc. was in our area.
The nuestion was asked about how many sores of lapd was being discussed.
The answer roes approximately 6800 acres (1400 -1500 sores was roster surface)
with about 2000 acres of the most restricted area (the kind of sres which
must be watched most closely as to the development).
The 1snd access system eae discussed.
Ron Jaworski asked who would use this area. Who would have the say as to what
could or could not be done. There was discussion on this.
There were some nuestions asked from the audience, to wit; (1) How would the
Rice Creek water feed effect this whole promotion? (2 ) What will the metro
Council do to the, terms of assessment in terms of what a water feed distric
would do? (3) Is the "etro Council going to see if there is proper legislation