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FEBRUARY 59 1973 17 Irene Leroux reported for the Planning Commission that Jim Houle has consented to be their secretary. She also said the February Comprehensive Planning Meeting will adver a Community Facilities Plan, and Zoning Ordinance. The Commission has been working on the Subdivision Plan Application Checklist, and the Richard Vail request for Subdivision is to be discussed at the February 20th meeting. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Lease to appoint Jim Houle as secretary to the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Don,1ease reported for the Sewer and Water Committee at their last meeting they dis- cussed responsibilities; construction, ordinances, etc. They also want to have a cost plan ready along with a comprehensive plan for sewer and water. Mr. Kuusisto reported that funds have been put aside by HUD and everything looks in good order. Regarding village maintenance operations, LaValle reported that he had an ordinance relating to an equipment fund for the Ordinance Committee to look over. An ordinance is needed to set up a fund to maintain a fire truck, road grader, truck# squad car, tractor snowplow, etc. Mr. LaValle would like to consult with Howard Kuusisto and Charles Johnson concerning a Right of Way Map for the village. It was reported the Graham Anderson has been working on one and LaValle is to see how much money he wants for it. Ken Granger, the fire chief, reported that his men need keys for the fire hall, and the portable generator for the jeep needs fLxing. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by LaValle that Fire Chief be authorized to have portable generator fixed. Motion carried. Motion made by LaValle and seconded that Chief have ten sets of keys made for the fire hall. Motion carried. LaValle reported that he's having someone out to check on having the outside lights on the hall put on a photoelectric system. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Bjorum that Chief Granger draw up a mutual aid contract with Forest Lake Fire Dept. and send to Charles Johnson for review. Motion carried. Chief Granger also made known the fact that he would like a workshop with the Council and his men in the future to discuss Firemen Pension Fund. Regarding specs for the new fire truck, Granger is to have the blueprint corrected and give the specs to Mr. Johnson for his approval before the next council meeting. Marvin LaValle pointed out that the Fire Chief is paid only $50.00 per year for his work, which he thought was not enough. He suggested having a decent salary for the Chief decided upon by the next meeting. Police Chief Gunderson reported that he had talked with Mrs. Warren Vining regarding their delinquent $80.00 Mobile Home Permit Fee, and they intend to pay the amount by Friday, February 9, 1973. Their trailer has a for sale sign on it and should be moved shortly. As Gunderson wanted an okay from the Council for his $150.00 per year clothing -allowance, the following action was taken: Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Bjorum to pay Chief Gunderson 1973 clothing allowance of $150.00. Motion carried. The Council also Okayed Gunderson use of the old typewriter, and Clerk Burkard is to notify him he can take it to Forest Lake for repair at a cost of not more than $25.00. The next report came from Street Superintendent Jerry Dube, who began by saying he had attended a meeting in regard to weed control at the USDA Office. He stated there is a need in our community to adopt stricter weed control in our ordinances. Dube went on to the subject of a radio system and said he had looked more extensively into the subject. As far as medical insurance, he's having representatives from American Family and Mutial of Omaha coming to see him this week. Clerk Burkard then presented his 1972 Annual Financial Report to the Council for their appal. Leroux moved and LaValle seconded the motion the Council accept Village Clerk's 1972 Annual Report. Motion carried unanimously. Tom Crever, the Building Inspecotor, reported that he had gone to the Building Inspectors School in January. He stated that the Plumbing Inspector Bob Vadnais, would like to go to a workshop pertaining to on-site sewage disposal systems to be held in February. Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Bjorum to send Bob Vadnais to the County Sanitary Workshop February 20-22 and pay him registration fee of $20.009 $20.00 per day and 9¢ a mile. Motion carried unanimously.