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Sept. 25th, 1961 Council Meeting -2- 000130 Applications must be in Clerk's office by 4 :00 p.m6.0ctober 6, 1961. Applicant must be 25 years old or older and must pass physical, written and oral examination. Mounds View residents will have preference for employment." Seconded by Blanchard. 5 Ayes. Ad to be placed in both local papers and both metropolitan papers. Mr. Christensen stated that he had discussed several road problems recently with the County Engineer and made several recommendations regarding roads. Motion by Christensen to send work order to County: Edgewood Road from Co. Rd.I to Hiway 10 oil and sand Greenfield from CoS Rd. I South 5 lots oil and sand Eastwood Rds from Co. Rd1 J. to highway #10 oil and sand Seconded by Cranes 5 Ayes. Mr. Skiba reported that hydrants were being checked and flushing of lines is taking places He also reported that the Fire Underwriters have been in the Village to examine the water system. Their approval of this system can possibly mean up to 30% savings on insurance rates in the Village. He further reported that an unlicensed plumber was reported in the Village and was being sought for various reasons. Mr.. Howard Thorsen, of Dailey Const. Co. presented plans for the new Irondale Inn on Highway #10 and requested Council approval. Considerable discussion was held regarding the parking area and it was determined that this area was adequate. Motion by Crane to approve plans and instruct building inspector to issue permit subject to the building inspector's approval of structure. Seconded by Malvin. 5 Ayes. The Engineer reported on proposed street improvement in Clints Addition. Copy of letter and proposal on file. Matter referred to next agenda meeting. The matter of easements on Fairchild Ave. was brought up. Mr. Vern Sinderson, 8046 Fairchild Ave.., presented easements from all but two of the property owners on the west side of Fairchild and assured the Council that one more was on its way to them from Mr. Daniels, who was in New York at the present time. Mr. Hodge stated that Mr. Porter would not give an easement without payment. The Attorney discussed award and settlements for easements of which he was cognizant. Motion by Blanchard to place Fairchild Ave. from Highway #10 to Sherwood Rd. back on the 1961 -1 Water Project. Seconded by Hodges. 5 Ayes. A resolution tocondemn the Porter property on Fairchild Ave. for a 15ft. easement was presented. Motion by Blanchard to adopt resolution. Seconded by Malvin. 5 Ayes. The Council instructed the Attorney to negotiate for the Porter oroperty and to contact Mr. Christensen if agreeable price is reached.