07-01-1974 CC MIN
REGULAR SEtH-MONTHLY MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF ELK RIVER
HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY OFFICE BLDG.
July 1, 1974 at 7:30 PM.
The Regular Semi-Monthly meeting of the Elk River City Council was called to order by
Mayor Lundberg on July 1, 1974 at 7:30 PM. in the Council Chambers of the City Office
Bldg. Members present were as follows: Mayor Lundberg, Councilmembers Cooper, Hudson,
Syring and Burke.
The minutes of the June 17, 1974 meeting were reviewed some typying errors were noted and
corrected the paragraph pertaining to the stop signs to include Main & Proctor. No further
corrections the minutes were approved as printed.
Rex Oetinger, Bldg Inspector met with the Council regarding the Teen Center located in the
basement of the New Elk Theater ~ot having a fire exit. The Council instructed Rex to
resolve the problem of not having two exits and report back to the Council at its next
regular scheduled meeting for progress report.
Mayor Lundberg declared the Public Hearing on the 1974 Improvements open at 8:00 PM.
Lyle Svlanson conducted the hearing by reviewing the proposed improvements and there
approxemate cost. Several Citizens were inattendance but no objections to the improvements
were voiced. Some items were deleted because because of other improvements.
Moved by Councilmember Syring and seconded by Councilmember Hudson call for plans and
specifications for the street improvements, seal coating, concrete curb and sidewalks.
for July 3, 1974 at 10:00 Am. Motion Unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
A Special Meeting is scheduled for July3, 1974 at 10:00 AM. in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall.
Moved by Councilmember Burke and seconded by Councilmember Hudson Approving the plans and
specifications on the deep well and the iron removal plant and to advertise the calling for
bids for August 5, 1974 at 8:00 PM. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
Fire Chief Lloyd Barthel met with the Council regarding the need for dispatching by Sheriffs
Office and the purchase of additional boots and helmets. The Council approved both requests.
Lloyd also discussed the possiblity of another station, the funds are npt avalible at this
time but he will get more information on this matter for a lster meeting.
The Legion Club parking lot was discussed Councilmember Hudson will check this matter out.
Jvloved by Councilmember Hudson and seconded by Councilmember Burke approving Crossroads Cafe
non-intoxicating on and off sale beer license reviewal. Motion unanimously carried by a
vote of 5-0.
The Council reviewed Joe Zerwas report regarding Jim Thielke liquor store employee.
Moved by Councilmember Burke and seconded by Councilmember Hudson that the Liquor Store
Manager be instructed to dismiss James Thielke and the Manager be verbally repremended for
his lack of cooperation with the Police Department and the Clerk is instructed to draft a
letter to that effect for the Mayors signature. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
The Council reviewed Joe Zerwas work schedule and approved it as submitted. The Council will
review it again at the end of three months.
The Hayor appointed Joe Zerwas as Chief of Police as a department head and that he can be
relieved of his duties at anytime with or with out cause and tdll drop back to Patrolman
wages should the occasion arise. The Council approved the Mayors appointment.
Moved by Councilmember Hudson and seconded by Councilmember Cooper authorizing the salary
increase for Joe Zerwas to $950.00 per month. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of .
5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Syring and seconded by Councilmember Hudson authorizing the salary
increase for Mark Rieschl to $775.00 per month and all part-time patrolmen to $3.50 per
hour. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Hudson and Seconded by Councilmember Cooper approving the purchase
of the following items for the Police Dept.
1. 12 Ga Shotgun
2. Shotgun holder
3. Two car door openers
4. Riot Batons
5. Tear gas grenades
$95.00
$29.40
$10.00
$12,00
$49.80
r4otion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
Moved by Mayor Lundberg and seconded by Councilmember Burke recinding the orginal motion
approving the signing of the rental lease agreement with the Sheriffs Dept. on thenew radio
equipment. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
Mayor Lundberg appointed Jim Bred~ck to the Joint Park and Recreation Board to fill the
term vacated by Wilbur Daniels. Moved by Councilmember Syring and seconded by Councilmember
Cooper approving the appointment of Jim Bredick by the Mayor. Motion unanimously carried
by a vote of 5-0. .
Moved by Councilmember Cooper and seconded by councilmember Syring approving the purchase
of two four drawer filing cabinets for the office. Motion unanimously carried by a vote
of 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Syring and seconded by Councilmember Cooper approving the following
purchase for the Street Dept.
1. Battery Charger 20 amp $73.17
2. Snow bucket for International Tractor $450.00
Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
The Council approved the $4.00 per hour rate for Bob Dahms.
Moved by Councilmember Syring and seconded by Councilmember Burke approving the General
Government bills for payment as listed. Motion unanimously carried by a vote of 5-0.
No further business the meeting adjourned at 12:45 AM.
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