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August 9, 1976 Page 4 Acting Mayor lodges asked for any further comments and then stated that he felt John Pickar knew what he was getting into and would like the oppor- tunity to serve the community. A roll call vote was requested. Councilman Shelquist nay Councilman Pickar abstain Councilman Baumgartner aye Acting Mayor Hodges aye Motion carried. Acting Mayor Hodges turned the meeting over to Mayor Pickar. Attorney Meyers then swore John Pickar in as the new Mayor of Mounds View. Mayor Pickar stated that as mayor he did not plan any sweeping changes, but he would like to see the length of the meetings, which are usually running until midnight or 1:00 a.m., remedied. The Council could meet every Monday night or limit discussion to a certain period of time. Mayor Pickar stated that he would continue the Council policy of encouraging citizens to bring their problems to the Council's attention at all meetings. Mayor Pickar also stated that he would be at the city hall at 6:30 p.m. each meeting night to discuss any problems with anyone. Also, at any time feel free to call. Mayor Pickar stated that he would do the best job he could. Appointment of vacant council seat Attorney Meyers reviewed Statute 412.02 concerning vacant council seats which are to be filled by the Council. Attorney Meyers explained that in this situation if there is a tie vote on the motion of appointment, the Mayor can then appoint the party to fill the seat. Any voter of the City is eligible for the position. Mayor Pickar stated that one week ago Thursday, the Council interviewed Judy Rowley, Luverne Peterson and Bruce Madsen. Councilman Shelquist stated that he felt Judy Rowley was the most qualified person of the three because she has an interest in the City and was very capable of discussing any problem of the City. She has also attended most of the council meetings during the last year and a half. Councilman Shel- quist recommended that Judy Rowley be appointed to the vacant council seat. Councilman Baumgartner stated that he agreed with Councilman Shelquist. Councilman Hodges stated that he agreed with Councilman Shelquist, too, and wanted to thank these people for coming in to be interviewed. Mayor Pickar stated that both Luverne and Bruce have been related to the City, but he felt that Judy has a better knowledge of the City. MSP (Shelquist-Pickar) to appoint Judy Rowley as councilmember of the City of Mounds View to fill the unexpired term of Councilman Pickar. Attorney Meyers administered the oath to Judy Rowley for the position of Councilmember for the City of Mounds View.