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-3 Ut)U 65 November 13th, 1961 Council meeting(con't) their loans and he answered questions as to the use of these monies. 4 ayes. The grading at the water site was explained by Christensen who stated that this work should be done in a day or two, the progress is satisfactory. Mayor Crane called on the Engineer to report on the drainage problem on Oakwood, 2103 Oakwood to Oakwood Park. Les Knutson reported that a permanent solution for the drainage of approximately seven acres would cost $9,000. He explained alternate methods resulting in temporary abatement. Christensen described the area and explained that the Eastman Construction Company put the homes up. The Council recommended to contact Mr. Eastman to have him extend the drainage to the Park and instruct the Clerk's office to write a letter to this effect. Milt Stole requested a definition of "side yard" to be used in the Building Ordinances. Christensen suggested that a request be made of the Planner for this definition. Trustee Perry Malvin reported that the Village had received a request from a Pastor to investigate the traffic problem on Sunday near their church. Since there is only one patrolman on duty Sundays, Malvin asked if they had any Civil Defense members. This matter to be referred to church directors. Malvin reported he will contact N.W. Bank about some office equipment. Trustee Donald Hodges reported on the Parks and Playgrounds Committee meeting and their recommendations. A. The schedule for the three Mounds View skating rinks would be: Monday thru Thursday 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.; Friday 3:00 to 9:OOP.M.; Saturday 1:00 to 9:00 P.M.; Sunday 1:00 to 8:00 P.M. B. Now taking applications for attendants for the skating rinks; C. Tentative rules for the warming houses has been developed. Hodges asked the building inspector to assign addresses to the warming houses. Swings are being taken down and stored. Grates are needed to cover the ends of the tile culvert on Lambert Park. Christensen stated he would talk to the County about this matter. Inspector Walter Skiba reported that he planned to inform the Fire Department the hydrants useable for their drills. Attorney Meyers presented a memorandum relative to approval of building plans and specifications; State law required that a registered architect or engineer must approve plans where any private or public building is contructed where public welfare is involved; any building costing more than $10,000 except one or two family dwellings; and public works or improvement over $2,000 in cost. Meyers presented and explained a water meter lease agreement. Resolution #91 correcting assessment for County Auditor's #29288 read. Motion by Christensen to adopt resolution. Seconded by Malvin. 4 Ayes. The Attorney reported that the Porten Property was condemed on November 6th so that installation of the water mains may now begin on his property.