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do CITY OF ST. JOSEPH, MINNESCY.rA July 8, 1976
The City Council of the City of St. Joseph met in regular session on Thursday,
July 8, 1976 at 7:30 p.m. in City Hall.
Members present: Herman Schneider, Bud Reber, Hugo Weyrens, Harry J. Knevel, I
Mayor; Bob Johnson, Clerk; Attorney John Knapp; Leo Sadlo Treasurer.
Also present Bill Jones, Bill Lorentz, Police Chief, Del Terwey, St. Joseph
Township supervisor.
Meeting was opened at 7:40 p.m. by Mayor Harry J. Knevel.
Treasurer Leo Sadlo presented the monthly fund report.
A motion was made by Weyrens seconded by Reber to approve treasurer report as
presented. Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Knevel. Nayes: None
Agenda Hearings: Bill Jo~s, Mobil Home Court owner presented a request for an·
off-sale liquor license for store operation to be located on west side of
1st Ave NW from H\Y,1 52 north approx 200 ft. A 40 x 40 structure with
basement being considered. Five year plan to commercialize area being
studied. City to examine municipal off-sale operation data available
from League of Municipalities.
Councilman Dehler arrived at 8:10 p.m.
Bill Wasner representing Lions Club indicated Lions willing to purchase three
security lights in Park Shelter area.
A motion was made by Bud Reber seconded by Weyrens to allow Lions to install I
3 or more lights in above described area.
Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Knevel, Dehler,
Nayes: None
Grant Anticipation Note Sold to First State Bank @ 5~ interest ($25,000)
payable semiannually - callable at any time. Establish sinking fund
for Wastewater Treatment Plant federal grant project.
A motion was made by Bud Reber seconded by Herman Schneider to authorize
issuance of the Grant Anticipation Note in the amount of 25,000 at 5~
interest from the First State Bank.
Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Knevel, Dehler.
Nayes: None
Fire contract Council and Attorney Knapp reviewed fire contract and made necessary
changes prior to final contract preparation.
Sister Moira Wild on Agenda also present Sr. Mary, Attorney Mike Sullivan
representing St. Benedict's Convent participation in fireprotection concept
reviewed.
$6,500.00 to be contributed by St. Benedicts at this time by College-Convent,
toward purchase of FMC Hipressure unit. Balance upon delivery of second
fire truck unit, ($6,833.00). Second installment $13,333. due Jan 1, 1977; I
third installment due Jan 1, 1978 $13,333.
City to send letter of gratitude to College-Convent Boards for cooperation
and participation in fire protection.
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation: Water pumping basis, 1962 agreemen~ other
data examined and reviewed. Engineer discussed sewerage measurement
method as cost basis. Indicated EPA to set regulations after plant up-
grading. Storm water diversion or treatment will also be a matter to
I be considered. Three to four years estimated before construction start.
Total yearly water pumping for city and College to be compiled. Copies
to Convent and Engineer Bettendorf. Further studies to be made to determine
most equitable method of measurement and cost apportionment.
Delivery of Fire Truck A motion was made by Hugo Weyrens seconded by Steve
Dehler to approve $300.00 advance payment for 2 men to Tipton, IndA to
cover expenses in accepting deli very of FrlIC Fire Truck and training.
Departure time 5:30 a.m. Sunday July 11, returning Friday, July 16 at
1:15 a.m.
A motion was made by Schneider seconded by Reber to approve insurance
for fire truck (FMCjHipressure unit) on a $1000 collision deductible basis.
Quote of First State Agency to be accepted.
Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Dehler, Khevel
Nayes: None
Plans on Project No 76-2168 A motion was made by Dehler seconded by Reber to
approve Plans on Project No. 76-2168 concrete curb and gutter for Lots
I, 2, 3, Blk 11 Original Townsite. Gohman 14 plex unit.
Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Dehler, Khevel.
Nayes: None.
Police Liquor Complaints dated 5/30/76 - 6/19/76 - 6/24/76 - 7/4/76 report
presented by Chief Lorentz. Report placed on file.
..--.. A motion was made by Weyrens seconded by Schneider to notify liquor dealers
to attend meeting July 15, at 9 p.m. JLJ?tvPlayette, Mark Zimmer - Salls Cafe,
Dale Schneider - Midway Bar, Reuben Wiener
Ayes: Schneider, Weyrens, Dehler, Knevel
Nayes: None
Abstaining from voting: Reber. Motion carried.
Bills presented approved on motion by Weyrens seconded by Reber.
Ayes: Schneider, Reber, Weyrens, Dehler, Khevel
Nayes: None
A motion was made by Reber seconded by Dehler to approve purchase of subscription
to State Register. Ayes: Schneider, Weyrens, Reber, Dehler, Khevel.
Nayes: None
Council to study installation of residential lighting in trailer court area.
Motion to adjourn made at 1:35 a.m.
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City Clerk
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