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COUNCIL MEETING September 24, 1956
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor R. C.
Fernstrom at 8:04 P.M.
Invocation was given by Rev. Lloyd Nordstrom of Park Baptist Church.
The following Councilmen were present at roll call:
H. J. Bolmgren
H. C. Davis
Robert Ehrenberg
Torval Jorvig
Gene Schadow
Kenneth Wolfe
Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Secretary, City Manager
Interne and Don Sorenson.
Minutes
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the minutes
of meeting held September 17, 1956, were approved, by unanimous vote of all Members
of the Council present.
Hearing on Proposed Curb and Gutter Construction
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis Park Dispatch September 13
and 20, 1956, a public hearing was had on proposed' curb and gutter construction -
Improvements 56-60, 61, 62, 63 and 64, described therein. No persons appeared.
Reading of Resolution No. 298, ordering the construction 'of above improve-
ments was waived by unanimous consent of the Council.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, Resolution
No. 298, ordering curb and gutter construction Improvement Nos. 56-60, 61, 62, 63
and 64, was adopted by unanimous roll call vote of all Members of the Council present.
Hearing on Proposed Sidewalk Construction
Pursuant to notice published in the St. Louis Park Dispatch, September 13 and
20, 1956, a public hearing was had on proposed construction of sidewalk, Improvements
56-65, 66, 67, 68 and 69 described therein. Mr. _Solosky, 3115 Texas Avenue was
present and asked if he could do the job himself, as he felt that he could do it
cheaper. Our methods were explained to him.
Reading of Resolution No. 299, ordering the construction of above improvements
was waived by unanimous consent of the Council.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, Resolution
No. 299, ordering sidewalk construction Improvement Nos. 56-65, 66, 67, 68-'and 69,
was adopted by unanimous roll call vote of all Members of the Council present.
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Special
Request for/Building Permit to Add to Kitchen - 7405 W. Lake Street
Request from Mr. Alvin L. Andrews, 7405 West Lake Street, dated September
16, 1956 to build an addition to his kitchen with less than the 15 foot rear yard
requirement in the Density regulation of the Zoning Ordinance, was read.
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the
request of Mr. Andrews, 7405 West Lake Street fpr a special permit to build an,:
addition to his kitchen with a waiver of the 15' rear yard requirement in the
Density regulation of the Zoning Ordinance and to comply with all Building Code
Regulations, was granted by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Letter from Arthur G. Porter Re: 30 MPH Speed Limit Signs on Woodddale E, Mtka. Blvd.
Letter received from Arthur G. Porter, 2834 Zarthan Avenue, dated September
18, 1956, concerning the erection of 30 mile per hour speed limit signs on Wooddale
Avenue and on Minnetonka Boulevard and also the erection of playground signs near
playground entrances, was read.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded byCouncilman Schadow, the above
letter was referred to the Traffic Engineer for advice and recommendation and to
report back to the City Council October 1, 1956, by unanimous vote of all members
of the Council present.
Request for Transfer of "On-Sale Liquor License by Peter G. Kosmas
Request from Peter G. Kosmas, 4630 Excelsior Boulevard, for the transfer
of licenses, including "On-Sale" Liquor License, from 4630 Excelsior Boulevard to
4700 Excelsior Boulevard, was read.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, all licenses
including the "On Sale" Liquor License of The Park House, 4630 Excelsior Boulevard
be transfered from 4630 Excelsior Boulevard to 4700 Excelsior Boulevard upon com-
pletion of the structure now under construction, to be completed about October d0,
1956, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Request for Rezoning of Lots 53-62 Incl. Blk. 174, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park
by Clarence K. Bros, Inc.
The Request of Clarence K. Bros, Inc. dated September 21, 1956, for the re-
zoning of Lots 53-62 inclusive, Block 174, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park (3355
Gorham Avenue)- from Multiple Use District to Light Industrial Uee District, was read.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Davis the request to
rezone Lots 53-62 inclusive, Block 174, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park, from Multiple
Use District to Light Industrial Use District was referred to the Planning Commission
for advice and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Request for Changes in the City's Personnel Compensation and Classification - Local 224
Letter from Local 224, American Federation of State, County and Municipal
Employees, dated September 19, 1956, requesting consideration of changes in the
City's Personnel compensation and classification plan, was read.
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Request from Local 224 continued
Mr. Stabno appeared for the Union. Also present were members of the
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Employees Union of Local 224. Discussion followed.
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the
above matter and all other salary requests were referred to the Committee of the
Whole for further deliberation, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council
present.
Request for Variation of Setback - Bnai Abram Congregation Synagogue
Request from Ackerberg and Cooperman, Architects, for variation of the
set back requirements of the Zoning Ordinance under authority of Section 20.4-6
thereof to permit construction of a synagogue structure facing Highway No. 7 between
Ottawa Avenue and Natchez Avenue, was read.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the above
matter was referred to the Planning Commission for advice and recommendation, by
unanimous vote of all Members of the Council present.
Petitions for Improvements
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, the follow-
ing petition for public improvement was referred to the Director of Public WorJcs
and the City Assessor for advice and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all ''
members of the Council present.
P-1699 - Petition for Curb and Gutter on the East Side of Rhode
Island Avenue from Minnetonka Boulevard to 31st Street,
signed by Emil Mathison, 3049 Rhode Island Avenue and others.
P-1700 - Petition for Water Main Extension Cedar Lake Road from
Flag Avenue to County Road 18, Signed by Independent
School District #205, of St. Louis Park.
Re: Metal Clad Buildings
Councilman Davis asked if the City Attorney has an idea that the Council
can prohibit metal clad buildings along our state highways.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the matter
of prohibiting metal clad buildings along State Highways be referred to the City
Attorney and Consultant for advice and recommendation, by unanimous vote of all
members of the Council present.
Re: Mortuary Plans - Ralph Rutledge
Ralph Rutledge was in regarding the plans for a Mortuary to be built on
Webster Avenue and Excelsior Boulevard on the Northwest Corner.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the building
111 inspector was authorized to issue building permit for the above building, subject to
all applicable codes, and upon receipt.of agreement or release determined in Reso-
lution No. 211 and approved by the City Attorney, by unanimous vote of all members
of the Council present.
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Ralph Rutledge Re: Moving of Buildings - Gas Station & Coast to Coast
Ralph Rutledge was in regarding his plans to move the Lilac Lanes Oil
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Station and also to move the Coast to Coast building to the location north of
Sherman Drug Store.
A motion was made by Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren,
that Mr. Rutledge be granted a permit to move the Coast to Coast Building to
the location to the rear of Sherman Drug Store. Motion was passed by unanimous
vote of all members of the Council except Councilman Ehrenberg who voted no, as he
feels these matters should be on the agenda.
Request for 3.2 Beer License at 4630 Excelsior Boulevard by J. Goit & R. Maw
Request from James Goit and Richard Maw, dated September 20, 1956, regarding
the feeling of the Council about securing a 3.2 Beer On-Sale License at 4630 Excel-
sior Boulevard (present Park House location) and possibly a hard liquor license
if available, was read.
Mayor Fernstrom explained the Councils plan regarding the viewing of Hard
Liquor Licenses for the remainder of the year.
These men would like to open up an Italian type Restaurant and also carry
on their present business of Distributing Records.
They asked the Councils feeling regarding the above matter but the concensus
was no.
Park Studio Canopy - 4907 Excelsior Blvd.
Request from General Outdoor Adv. to install a Fiberglass and Aluminium
Canopy for the Park Carpet Studio, 4907 Excelsior Blvd.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, the
above request was referred to the Planning Commission for advice and recommendation,
by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Proposed Ordinance Imposing Weight Restrictions
The Proposed Ordinance Imposing weight restrictions on Use of Public Streets,
(deferred from the September 17, 1956 meeting) was discussed.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, The matter of
truck routes was referred to the City Manager so that an ordinance can be prepared,
by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present. ,
Ordinance No. 543
Second reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 543, entitled AN ORDINANCE DESIG-
NATING CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS AS STOP INTERSECTIONS(29th Street and Ottawa Avenue,
38th Street and Joppa Avenue), was waived by unanimous consent of the Council.
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, Ordinance
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No. 543 was adopted by unanimous roll call vote of all members of the Council
present.
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Director of Public Works Report on Sidewalk Construction
ill ' Report from the Director of Public Works, dated September 24, 1956, on the
construction of sidewalk on the West Side of Texas Avenue on the South Side of
West 28th Street, was read.
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, action was
deferred pn 28th Street part until an answer to communications to Gardner Associates
regarding Parks at Stagaberg location, by unanimous vote of all members of the
Council present.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Schadow, action deferred
until October 1, 1956 on Texas Avenue sidewalk to give opportunity to the City
Engineer to figure out the cost per foot on entire proposal, by unanimous vote of
all members of the Council present.
R. Ehrenberg brought up the Park Situation City Wide
Councilman Ehrenberg said he would like to see Stageberg ground pushed back
and make a good playground in conjunction with School Board. We should do a real
job of this when we do it. We should buy: some land now adjacent to the New School
at Minnetonka and Wyoming out of the General Fund and assess the improvement of the
land.
Mayor Fernstrom stated that he would like to see a comprehensive plan of all
our parks and their completion - setting a program.
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Davis, the City
' 111 Manager was directed to advise Mr. Gardner of ,the Park situation and to find out
if this park would fit into the all over plan, by unanimous vote of all members of
the Council present.
Report on Bituminous Surfacing Improvement Nos. 55-79 and 56-29
Report from the Director of Public Works, dated September 19, 1956, on Bitum-
inous Surfacing Improvement Nos. 55-79 and 56-29, was read.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the City
Attorney was requested to prepare a resolution deleting the Improvement Nos. 55-79
Glenhurst Avenue from West 34th Street to 200' south and 56-29 Alley Block 24, Park
Manor, from the Contracts, and also that a letter of advice be written to Mr. Anton,
2925 Georgia Avenue why job is not done, and all other petitioners the same, by unan-
imous vote of all members of the Council present.
Report on Application of Dr. Harry A. Tinker for. Re-Assessment
Report of City Attorney, dated September 17, 1956, on the application of
Dr,. Harry A. Tinker for re-assessment of Water Main Improvement 54-86 in Cavell
Avenue was read.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Wolfe,Resolution
No. 300 Setting Hearing on Re-assessment for Water Main Improvement No. 54-86 was
adopted by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
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Re: Building Fee Charges '
Report from the Building Inspector, dated June 1, 1956, on Building Permit
Fee charges, was read. III
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, action on the
above matter was deferred to October 1, 1956 to await report from the City
Attorney, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Liability of Layne Minnesota Well Company
The City Attorneys report on po'ssiblle liability of Layne Minnesota Well Co.
(deferred from September 17, 1956 meeting) was discussed.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, action on
the above matter was 'deferred to October 8, 1956, by unanimous vote of all members
of the Council present.
Report on Water Main Improvement No. 56-89
Preliminary report of City Engineer and recommendations of City Assessor,
dated September 19, 1956 with respect to petition for water main, Improvement No.
56-89, was read.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Schadow, action on
the above matter was deferred to the October 1, 1956 meeting, by unanimous vote, of •
all mmmbers of the Council present.
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Revision of the City Curfew Ordinande
The City Attorneys report'on revision of the City Curfew Ordinance 'deferred
from September 17, 1956 meeting, was discussed.
Motion made by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren that the
First reading be set for October 1, 1956 for the City Curfew Ordinance. Motion
was passed by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Re: Ruedlingerts Inc. Liquor License
R. N. Ruedling&and Art Ruedlinger were present and gave the statement that
the proposition as it now stands is Ruedlingerts Inc - Ownership and Operation.
Councilman Wolfe read the following statement: Mr. Mayor, So that the
record may be straight as to my intentions and participation in the matter before
the Council I would like to make the following statement:
Some days ago, having heard that Mr. Ruedlinger intended to lease his place
to other interests I immediately called him but did not find him in. About 2 hour
later he came into my off icetas 'I assumed, in response to my call. This assumption
I found later to be incorrect, that the call was voluntary Ei unsolicited.
Mr. Ruedlinger then told me of the leasing arrangement and I informed him
that I would not give my consent to such an operation. I can not at this date
give you his exact words but I was left with the impression that the lease was at
that time only a verbal arrangement and could be cancelled because no papers had
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Ruedlinger's Inc. Continued
been signed. My impression also was that these other people had in fact helped
set up the store, but that they would be told to leave at once. That this could
be done because the final agreements had not been consumated.
I then told Mr. Ruedlinger I would with his permission immediately call the
rest of the Council and tell them what he had informed me. He agreed.He also
agreed to see each councilman and talk to them that same day. I called each
councilman save Mr. Jorvig and Mr. Fernstrom, who I could not reach, and repeated
as best I could what I had learned to that time. I-believe Mr. Ruedlinger also
them personally.
As a result of this disclosure this council temporarily revoked Mr. Ruedlinger's
license and asked him to provide certain evidence that this arrangement was not made
before the hearing or before the license was granted. Affidavits & other evidence
was also asked by the council that in fact any connections with outside interests
had been terminated in full. The documents asked for have been supplied by Mr.
Ruedlinger.
Certain oral testimony was also taken and as I review it in retrospect I
can see it in my own mind as that of a confused very frightened and poorly advised -
man who was seeing the honorable efforts of a lifetime being lost in one ill con-
ceived venture.
These men have built a regulation honorable and honest over a span of more
than thirty years in the Park. They have given of their time substance and effort,
1 III generously and well. Not one blight or tarnish inon their record.
They have made a mistake, without question they have, but I can only believe
that that mistake has been corrected, and that they will continue in there place
in this community if allowed to do so.
Probably not one person in this room who has not had to admit or could have_
been forced to admit to things he wished he had not done. Thru the mercy and under-
standing of someone they have been given another chance. I beg of you gentlemen
to consider if the punishment already meted out to the Ruedlingers has not already
been more than the metes of their mistake and ask you that mercifully you not punish
them further.
Mr. Mayor I move the license of the Ruedlinger's be reinstated as of this date.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, that the
license of Ruedlinger's Inc. for Off-Sale Liquor be reinstated as of this date, by
the following roll call vote, Councilman Bolmgren, yea; Councilman Davis, yea;
Councilman Ehrenberg, yea; Councilman Jorvig, nay; Counci`inan Schadow, yea; Council-
man Wolfe, yea; Mayor Fernstrom, yea.
Before the vote was taken the following statements were made:
Councilman Ehrenberg reported that he had made further examination of financial
situation of Ruedlinger's Inc. today and feels that he could now approve the rein-
statement of license.
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Ruedlinger's Inc Continued
Councilman Schadow - On this reinstatement we should have entered in our minutes
that this action should be notice to Minneapolis Liquor interests that any attempt
to secure a license in St. Louis Park by indirect methods such as employed here
calculated to avoid scrutiny of a proper application by the Park Council,will be
dealt with promptly and severely.
Councilman Wolfe - Would like an annual financial etc. check of all Liquor Licenses.
Councilman Davis - Says he appreciated the ppportunity over the week end to re-
examine the statements and also that he is convinced at this time that Ruedlingers
will own and operate thi's'license. They have made a mistake and we will have
no further trouble in this store. I go along with Councilman Wolfes remarks.
Association of Suburban Gas Users
Mayor Fernstrom reported on the meeting he and Councilman Bolmgren had
with Ken Lucas and Mr. Lee of the Minneapolis Gas Company, last week, Friday,
September 21, 1956.
Request for Building Permit - GNRR Tracks - Cook Construction
Request from Cook Construction Company for the approval of the issuance of
a building permit for the construction of two buildings, one to the south and one
to the north of present building which is located south of the Great Northern
Railroad tracks and west of the Belt Line, was discussed. City Attorney made
oral report regarding the use of Metal buildings.
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the
Building Inspector was instructed to issue Building Permit for the Construction
of the above buildings subject to compliance with all applicable codes and also
that the building is to be painted some reasonable color, by unanimous vote of
all members of the Council present.
Request for Building Permit - 3715 Oregon Avenue, Lakeland Door
Request -from Lakeland Door Company for approval of the issuance of a
building permit for the construction of a temporary building to be used as a
lumber shed at 3715 Oregon Avenue (deferred from September 17, 1956 meeting)
was discussed.
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Ehrenberg, the
building inspector was authorized to issue above permit subject to compliance
with all applicable codes and also that the building be painted a reasonable
color, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
1957 Budget
City Manager's recommended budget for 1957 (deferred from the September
24, 1956 meeting) .
On motion of Councilman Schadow, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, action
on the 1957 budget was deferred to October 1, 1956 meeting, by unanimous vote
of all members of the Council present.
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Plans for Intersection of Highway No. 12 & County Road No. 18
The plans for the intersection of State Highway No. 12 (Wayzata Boulevard)
and County Road No. 18, (deferred from the meeting of September 17, 1956) was
discussed.
A motion was made by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren,
that the Council disapprove plans submitted by the Commissioner of Highways for
State Projects 2714-38 and 2714-39 (T.H. 12-10) Minnesota Project U 010-2 (2)
for grading, concrete pavement, Plant-Mixed Bituminous Surface and Bridge No.
9089 because of inadequate provision for access to highways 12 and 18 from
adjoining properties and inadequate and improper drainage. Motion passed by
unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Re: Contract for Mosquito Control - Allied Master Sprayers
Action to declare contract for Mosquito Control, dated July 30, 1956, with
Allied Master Sprayman, completed.
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On motionof Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the contract
dated July 30, 1956 with Allied Master Sprayers for Mosquito' Control was determined
completed and the City Clerk was directed to return Insurance policy held as per
Section 3 of Contract, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Request for Building Permit — 4317-23 Excelsior Blvd. - Barlow Realty Company
Request from Barlow Realty Company for approval of the issuance of a building
permit for the construction of an addition to garage building at 4317-23 Excelsior
Boulevard (Deferred from the meeting of September 17, 1956) was discussed.
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Davis, the building
inspector was authorized to issue above pennit subject to compliance with all
applicable codes, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Award of Contract for Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk
As advertised in the St. Louis Park Dispatch September 13, 1956, sealed bids
were received by the City Manager at 10 A.M. September 24, 1956, for the furnishing
of labor and material for Curb and Gutter Improvement Nos 56-60 thru 56-64 and Side-
walk Improvements Nos. 56-65 thru 56-69, from the following bidders:
Curb & Gutter Sidewalk
1. Art Bolier $ 8,090.90 $10,531.50
2. Victor Carlson & Sons 7,765.60 9,855.00
The City Rngineerts tabulation of the above bids and his recommendation for
the award of contract for same was read.
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the bid of
Victor Carlson & Sons for the furnishing of labor and material for Curb and Gutter
Improvements Nos. 56-60 thru 56-64 was determined to be the lowest bid of a respon-
sible bidder, and the Mayor and City Manager were authorized to execute a contract
in behalf of the City with the Bidder for same in the amount of bid $7,765.60, by
unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
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Award of Contract continued
On motion of Councilman Bolmgten, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the bid
of Victor Carlson & Sons for the furnishing of labor and material for the const-
ruction of Sidewalk Improvement Nos. 56-65 thru 56-69 was deremined to be the
lowest bid of a responsible bidder, and the Mayor and City Manager were author-
ized to execute a contract in behalf of the City with the Bidder for same in the
amount of bid $9,855.00, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Bonds
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, the following
bonds which have been approved by the City Attorney were accepted by unanimous
vote of all members of the Council present.
Shell Oil Company Signs
Spetz & Berg Plumbing Gas
Verified Claims
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the lists
of verified claims prepared by the City Clerk and presented to the Council, dated
September-24, 1956, in the total amount of $23,182.08 for vendors was approved,
and the City Manager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks
covering same, by the following roll call vote: Councilman Bolmgren, yea;
Councilman Davis, yea; Councilman Ehrenberg, yea; Councilman Jorvig, yea; Councilman
Schadow, yea; Councilman Wolfe, yea; Mayor Fernstrom, yea.
Payment on°Contract Work
On motion of Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the follow-
ing payment on contract work, presented by the City Engineer was approved, and the
City Manager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checkA for
their respective amount, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
PARTIAL PAYMENT CERTIFICATE No. 1
Water Main Project Nos. 56-41, 42, 44 & 45
Contractor, Wolff Construction Co.
Contract Price, $42,846.85
Contract Date, July 23, 1956
Payment, $23,455.78
Payment on Contract Work
On motion of Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the follow-
ing payment on contract work, presented by the City Engineer was approved, and the
City Manager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to issue check for
the respective amount, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
FINAL CERTIFICATE
Grading, Graveling & Stabilizing Project Nos. 54-26 & 54-27
Contractor, Terry Bros. Inc.
Contract Price, $1,137.50
Contract Date, July 6, 1954
Payments:, $969.50
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Payment on Contract Work
On motion of Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the follow-
ing payment on contract work, presented by the City Engineer was approved, and the
City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue check for the
respective amount, by unanimous vote of all members of the Council present.
Certificate of Substantial Completion
Bituminous Surfacing Project Nos. 55-79, 82 & 83
Contractor, Asconite Asphalt Company
Contract Price, $65,710.85
Contract Date, August 29, 1956
Payment, $22,463.65
Request of Ross & Ross to conduct an Auction Sale
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Schadow, the request
of Ross and Ross to conduct an auction sale adjacent to the Veterans of Foreign
Wars property on 36th Street and Highway #100 and including City Owned property
Lots 3 to 12 inclusive, 14 to 24 inclusive, Block 6, Collins 2nd Addition was
granted and the City Attorney was instructed to draw up a similar agreement as
of August 6, 1953, setting the fee of $100.00, by unanimous vote of all members
of the Council present.
Appointment of John F. Riordon and Robert Barton
The City Manager asked for the approval of the employement of John F.
Riordon, Range 12, Step C and Robert Barton, Range 12, Step C, effective October
1, 1956.
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the
appointment of John F. Riordon, Range 12, Step C and Robert Barton, Range 12, Step
C, effective October 1, 1956 was approved by unanimous vote of all members of the
Council present.
Re: Delinquent Water Accounts
A motion made by Councilman Bolmgren, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, that
the delinquent water accounts in cases where the delinquent account is due from
a person who has removed from the metered premises be placed in the hands of the
City Attorney for collection and such legal action as he deems appropriate, such
accounts as he shall report to the Director of Finance as uncollectable to be
written off. Motion' passed by unanimous vote of all members of the Council
present.
Councilman Bolmgren Visit with Mr. Mc Pherson regarding Cambridge Bridge
Councilman Bolmgren, made a report on his visit with Mr. Mc Pherson, V.P.
of Minneapolis, Northfield & Southern Railway, regarding the Cambridge Bridge.
He reported that they would like a meeting with the Council. It was suggested
that they be asked to come to the Pre Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. October 1, 1956.
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Re: Excessive Smoke from G.N.RR
Mayor Fernstrom read a letter regarding the excessive smoke belched by
the Great Northern Railroad. The City Manager was asked to write to the Great
Northern Railroad to see what could be done to eliminate this.
Meeting Adjourned
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman Bolmgren, the
meeting was adjourned at 1:12 A.M., by unanimous vote of all Members of the
Council present.
R. C. FERNSTROM, MAYOR
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