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April 14, 1975
Councilman Baumgartner stated the park budget was so tight that this was not
included, because they were not certain what the money was being used for and
how many Mounds View residents participated in the Center. After checking
into the Center, the Park and Recreation Commission feels that it is a worth-
while organization.
MSP (Baumgartner - Shelquist) to take out of the contingency fund 5629.40 to
be sent to the North Suburban Day Activity Center. 3 Ayes
Councilman Baumgartner suggested that this be included in next year's budget
and the department to be charged should be designated.
MSP (Johnson - Baumgartner) to hire Dale L. Olson on a probationary basis beginning
April 16th at the rate at the rate of $944.00 per month. 3 Ayes
Administrator Achen stated that Mr. Olson will be working under the supervision
of the public works superintendent and will be primarily assigned to park
maintenance but will be part of the public works maintenance pool.
MSP (Johnson- Baumgartner) to hire Joan M. Greig as a clerk- typist under the
CETA program beginning April 16th at the rate of $3.10 per hour for the duration
of the probationary period, and $3.25 per hour thereafter. 3 Ayes
Administrator Achen presented Resolution No. 670 commending Police and Park
and Recreation Departments for the Gun Safety Program as directed by the
Council at the last meeting.
Administrator Achen presented a memo from the police chief requesting an
electronic siren with a public address system for the new squad car. He
feels the request is justified and that this equipment will be beneficial to
police operation.
MSP (Johnson - Shelquist) to authorize purchase of an electronic siren for $444.80
as requested by the police chief. 3 Ayes
Administrator Achen reported on the request of MTC for city approval of a bus
shelter on Co. Rd. H2 near Long Lake Road. Mr. Keith Harstad has written a
letter voicing opposition of construction of the shelter on his property.
MSP (Johnson- Baumgartner) to send the information we have gathered along with
the name of the owner of Scotland Green to MTC and let them negotiate with the
two property owners.
Administrator Achen presented a memo from the public works superintendent
on bids for street sweeping in 1975.
MSP (Johnson- Baumgartner) to award the job to Clean Sweep to start within
the next two weeks and to be completed as soon as possible. 3 Ayes
Administrator Achen reported that park director desires to hire a tree
inspector for the City's diseased tree program by the end of April or beginning
of May to work part time.