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01-26-1982 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 1982 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor DeMeyer at 7:30 P.M., with the follow- ing present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman Kenneth Gruenhagen, and Alderman Ted Beatty, in addition to Mayor James G. DeMeyer. Absent: Alderman John Mlinar. Also present: City Administrator Gary G. Plotz, City Engineer Marlow V. Priebe, and City Attorney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend Robert Lounsb ury of Bethany Baptist Church. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the Special Meetings of December 11, 1981 and January 4, 1982 were approved as read and the minutes of the Special Meeting dated January 12, 1982 were amended to correct the date to January 11, 1982 upon motion by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. 4. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. a) PROJECT 82-40 Mayor DeMeyer called the public hearing to order at 8:00 P.M. and read Publi- cation No. 2888, Notice of Hearing on Improvement, Project 82-40, construction of curb and gutter, grading, base, bituminous surfacing and appurtenances for the following area: Monroe Street from Second Avenue S.E. to Fair Avenue. The estimated cost is $175,500.00. The City Engineer reported that when the hearing notice on this project was sent out,curb and gutter was omitted. Therefore, it was necessary to hold an- other hearing. He explained the project and stated it would be a total project, with nothing further planned in the immediate future. b) PROJECT 82-43 Mayor DeMeyer read Publication No. 2889, Notice of Hearing on Improvement, Project 82-43, construction of curb and gutter and appurtenances for the fol- lowing area: Monroe Street from Second Avenue S.E. to Fair Avenue. The esti- mated cost is $82,000.00. City Engineer Priebe presented the project and explained it is basically curb and gutter only, with a driving surface. In the future it would be necessary to do Project 82-40. N COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Maintenance Operations Director Neumann stated the ultimate would be Project 82-40, but it is up to the residents to decide which project they want. He pointed out the price of oil has gone up, and a permanent street eliminates the need for patching and a seal coat. The Street Department will have more maintenance work with Project 82-44; Project 82-43 will require patching. The curb and gutter helps the drainage to go into the storm sewer and cuts the maintenance costs. There are 23 catch basins on Monroe Street. Alderman Carls inquired how often Monroe Street is oiled and if records are kept on each street repair. Director Neumann responded that the street has been oiled about every four years at a cost of approximately $500.00 for a seal coat. No records are kept on street repair. City Administrator Plotz reported on assessments and the guidelines used for deferred assessments. He further stated there were two options for payment: 1) total payment with no interest charged, if paid within 30 days of assess- ment, and 2) installment payments over a 10 -year period at a set interest rate, which will be approximately 11%. City Engineer Priebe reported the City cost on each project is as follows: Project 82-40 $35,500.00 Project 82-43 20,000.00 Project 82-44 29,000.00 c) PROJECT 82-44 Mayor DeMeyer read Publication No. 2890, Notice of Hearing on Improvement, Project 82-44, construction of curb and gutter, grading, base and appurten- ances for the following area: Monroe Street from Second Avenue S.E. to Fair Avenue. The estimated cost is $140,000.00. Mayor DeMeyer inquired if there was anyone present to be heard regarding these three projects. The following responded. Leslie Smith He stated he was also representing Mrs. Albie 346 Monroe Probst of 405 Monroe. They object to the street project because of the expense. He has had several assessments in the last 10 years and was assessed in 1974, 1978 and 1979. He asked how corner lots are figured for as- sessments. Unidentified Man If the curb and gutter are raised too high, the water won't drain off. -2- COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Beverly Fabe1 She commented that Monroe Street is only five 517 Monroe blocks long, and the Fair Grounds takes up one block. Also, 3M employees use the exit on Mon- roe. With all that traffic, the street has stood up. Joe Telecky He asked if the street was in such bad shape 536 Monroe that the work needed to be done now. He didn't think it was that bad and wanted the project tabled for a year or two. Bob Hall Over the past five years very little street 345 Monroe maintenance has been done on Monroe. The street has held up, and there is no need for a gravel base. Mr. Hall stated the McLeod County Fair Board was objecting to any project. Fred Gauger Mr. Gauger stated there are old people living 516 Monroe along Monroe Street, and they can't afford the work. He asked how they would be able to pay for the project. He is 81 years old and still working. He stated that when the sewer was put in, he made monthly payments on the assessment. He tried to pay at Glencoe, and they told him to come to the City offices. He felt there was nothing wrong with the street. Craig Schultz He reported he had lived on Monroe two years 246 Monroe and has seen the traffic going through there. There is no need for repairs, and the street is fine. The water drains off. Floyd Anderson Mr. Anderson commented that when the City was 326 Monroe going to put in curb and gutter before, it was condemned. It was too big a project to go through. The main sewer was shot and had to be replaced, and it has not been finished from Third Avenue to Second to First Avenue. He suggested the whole street be done, with one or two blocks left off, and finish the sanitary sewer before the road work is completed. He asked if the sidewalks are included; will the City bring this up at a later time or can the property owner put it in. If the property owner does the work, will the City come along and put it in later and assess him. There is no drainage problem on Monroe. -3- COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 City Engineer Priebe The City Engineer reported that several years ago when the project was proposed, the ques- tion of sanitary sewer came up. The line south of Third Avenue was replaced. It was only work- ed on once or twice, which is normal mainten- ance. He wasn't aware of any need to replace the line and didn't anticipate doing anything with the sewer line since it didn't need re- pair. It was not condemned. Mr. Priebe further stated the City is doing a section each year until the entire City has sidewalk. Mayor DeMeyer The Mayor suggested the property owner contact the City Engineer regarding installing sidewalk. He further commented he has had calls from var- ious people on Monroe Street. The reports re- ceived are consistent that the road bed has served well for the residents. The burden of the City is to decide on taxation against the residents versus improvements. Mayor DeMeyer pointed out that drainage helps preserve a street, and curbing would be most effective toward this end. The remainder of the project could be deferred for sometime and still have a fairly decent street. The City will try to balance it out to get the most divi- dends for the money spent. Alderman Carls He asked what the cost would be to the home owner. City Engineer Priebe The City Engineer reported the following costs: Project 82-40: $36/front foot (66' lot) Project 82-43: 16/front foot Project 82-44: 28/front foot Alderman gruenhagen Alderman Gruenhagen commented that there are 50 property owners involved, but only 6 or 7 have commented on the project. The Council would have to take the others into considera- tion. -4- . V i COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Unidentified Lady She commented that some of the property owners affected work at 3M and could not be present for the meeting because of their work schedule. Maint. Operations Director Neumann stated that by having curb Director Neumann and gutter, the boulevard would be leveled off and have a better appearance. Selmer Jessen Mr. Jessen asked if just the curb and gutter 542 Monroe were installed, how long would it be before the City put in the street. Mayor DeMeyer The Mayor responded that if the street could be maintained and repaired, it would be sev- eral years. However, if a group of residents would petition for a street, the City would have to consider it. Alderman Beatty moved to close the public hearing on Projects 82-40, 82-43 and 82-44 at 8:45 P.M. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unani- mously carried. Alderman Carls moved that the City discontinue consideration of any of the three projects for 1982. There was no second and the motion died. Alderman Beatty then moved to table action until the March 9, 1982 meeting at which time the other improvement projects would be ,considered. Seconded by Alderman Carls, the motion unanimously carried. Alderman Gruenhagen stated that in the past 10-15 years, the City has been installing curb and gutter. If they do not move ahead with this project, the Council may be setting a precedent and stop future work in this area. Alderman Carls responded that the City will be making budget cuts, and he would like to see a moratorium on projects at City cost for 1982. 5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY RICHARD RANNOW FOR REDUCED TRASH AND REFUSE 'CHARGE After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alder- man Carls, to approve the request for reduced trash and refuse charge. Mo- tion unanimously carried. (b) APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION -5- V" COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Mayor DeMeyer reported that William Backen had resigned from the Planning Commission, and he requested Council ratification to appoint Jim Johnson to fill the unexpired term. It was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen to ratify the appointment of Jim Johnson to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously. (c) APPOINTMENT TO HEALTH BOARD: DR. GEORGE SMITH DR. ROBERT HEGRENES DR. THOMAS KLEINKAUF Mayor DeMeyer appointed the following to the Health Board, with Council rat- ification: Dr. George Smith, Dr. Robert Hegrenes, and Dr. Thomas Kleinkauf. Alderman Beatty moved to ratify the three appointments to the Health Board for a one-year period. Seconded by Alderman Carls, the motion unanimously carried. 6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION NO. 7070 - RESOLUTION ADOPTING POSITION CLASSIFICATION ASSIGNMENT TABLE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 3, 1982 Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to commend the Personnel Coordinator for the work put into the pay plan and to waive read- ing and adopt Resolution No. 7070 entitled Resolution Adopting Position Clas- sification Assignment Table'Effective January 3, 1982. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion carried unanimously. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 7071 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7071 entitled Resolution for Purchase. 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (a) MINUTES OF PARKS & RECREATION BOARD DATED DECEMBER 9, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 (b) MINUTES OF HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION DATED DECEMBER 15, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (c) MINUTES OF NURSING HOME BOARD DATED DECEMBER 17, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF FINANCING FOR NEW FIRE TRUCK Fire Chief Schlueter and Fireman Jim Brodd appeared before the Council to represent the Fire Department. The recent purchase of a new fire truck re- quired financing of an approximate balance of $100,000.00 through equipment certificates. The fire truck manufacturer offered to finance it at 11% sim- ple interest over a five-year period. They, therefore, requested authoriza- tion from the Council to enter into an agreement with the manufacturer for said financing arrangements. Following discussion, Alderman Beatty moved to approve the fire truck manu- facturer's certificates at 11% simple interest to finance the balance due on the new fire truck. Seconded by Alderman Carls, the motion carried unani- mously. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR VARIANCE SUBMITTED BY G & H PROPERTIES WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION City Administrator Plotz reported that G & H Properties was requesting a variance from the required sideyard setback for the north end of the garages on the property site. It had received favorable approval from the Planning Commission. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7072 entitled Resolution Granting Variance from Section 6.05, B.3 of the Zoning Ordinance No. 464 from Required Sideyard Setback. The motion was seconded by Alderman Carls and carried, with Ald- erman Gruenhagen abstaining from voting. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR REZONING FROM R-2 MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENCE TO C-2 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT SUBMITTED BY LIPKE, HOBBS AND PAULSEN WITH UNFAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION -7- COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Attorney Pat Flynn requested Agenda Items 9-b and 9-c be deferred to the next City Council meeting inasmuch as Alderman Mlinar was absent from the meeting. It would require a majority (2/3) vote to reverse the unfavorable recommendation from the Planning Commission. The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to defer action until the next regular Council meeting. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion carried with Aldermen Gruenhagen and Beatty and Mayor DeMeyer voting aye, and Alder- man Carls voting nay. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBMITTED BY JOHN LIPKE (FIRST STATE BANK OF STEWART), CONTINGENT UPON REZONING TO C-2 AP- PROVED, WITH RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION WITH CONTINGENCIES The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to defer action until the next regular Council meeting. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion carried with Aldermen Gruenhagen and Beatty and Mayor DeMeyer voting aye, and Alder- man Carls voting nay. (d) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS A copy of the letter sent to all delinquent account holders was read by Mayor DeMeyer. He then inquired if there was anyone present wishing to be heard regarding his/her account. No one responded. Alderman Beatty made the motion to accept staff recommendation to discontinue service at 12:00 Noon on February 1, 1982, unless otherwise noted for the fol- lowing accounts: 01-0410-2-00, 02-0125-0-00, 02-0280-1-00, 03-0420-2-00, 03- 0500-8-00, 05-0180-0-00, 06-0285-1-00, 06-0565-2-00, 07-0120-3-00, 07-0135-1-00, 09-1105-1-00, 25-0140-2-00 and 42-0110-2-00. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF CORNER OF SOUTH GRADE ROAD ONTO DALE STREET Mayor DeMeyer stated the City Council had received a letter from Delmar Pittman that he was agreeable to deed off to the City enough land for a right-hand turn lane at the corner of South Grade Road onto Dale Street. This would help alleviate some of the hazards at the intersection. The offer has received favorable approval from the Police Chief. Alderman Beatty moved to accept the gift of land from Delmar Pittman for said purpose. Seconded by.Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously car- ried. City Engineer Priebe commented a field study would be necessary, and perhaps more land would be required to properly do the project than what was being offered. With the snow on the ground, it would be difficult to determine a plan at this time. M COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Alderman Beatty moved to amend that the gift of land from Delmar Pittman be made with the City Engineer's recommendations and a mutual agreement between the City and owner. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF 3/4 TON H.D. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP WITH OPTIONS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Chief Schlueter requested the Council to approve advertising for bids on a 3/4 ton pickup for $10,000.00. The financing for the pickup would be one-half by the City and one-half by the rural people. The bids would be received and opened on February 16, 1982 at 4:00 P.M. City Administrator Plotz stated his concern in City budget reductions, and it might not be possible to purchase the pickup. However, bids could be taken, with an award within 45 days. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen to authorize ad- vertising for bids on a 3/4 ton pickup for the Fire Department, with bids to be opened February 16, 1982 at 4:00 P.M. The motion was seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously. (g) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR SNOW REMOVAL PERMIT BY JERRY SELLE After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alder- man Beatty, to approve the application and issue a Snow Removal Permit to Jerry Selle. Motion unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF DIRECTING CITY ATTORNEY TO NEGOTIATE PARKING LOT ACQUISITIONS EAST OF MAIN STREET (PRESENTATION BY ALDERMAN TED BEATTY) City Attorney Schaefer recommended combining Agenda Items 9-h and 9-j for discussion and consideration. (See 9-j) (i) CONSIDERATION OF REFERENDUM REGARDING OLD ARMORY ISSUE City Attorney Schaefer reported on a conversation he had with the Assistant to the Attorney General regarding the Council's action on Ordinance No. 28/81. He requested that work be continued to reach an opinion as there are four questions that need to be resolved. The question of rights in connection with the Bank's gift has now been removed from the issue. Attorney Schaefer stated the City needs to know whether or not the referendum is legally mandated by the Council action. If the Attorney General's opinion says administrative and not subject to a referendum, the signers of the first petition have indicated they will take court action (injunction) if the Coun- cil proceeds without a referendum. If the City does, in fact, proceed and is taken into court, the decision could go beyond October and the deadline date COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 for the assessment hearing to adopt the assessment rolls, including downtown parking. Mr. Schaefer commented that a referendum may be the quickest way to resolve the issue prior to October. Alderman Beatty reported that if there was a referendum, there would be no donation from the Bank. They had changed their offer. A referendum would only be a cost to the City. Mayor DeMeyer commented that there are two groups of people to be heard on this subject. He thought it should be given to the people for a decision. Alderman Gruenhagen moved to defer action on this issue until the next Coun- cil meeting. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. (j) CONSIDERATION OF ASSESSMENT NOTICE REGARDING DOWNTOWN PARKING DISTRICT City Attorney Schaefer commented that the Mayor had expressed to him a con- cern with the assessment procedure for the Downtown Parking Districts, spe- cifically the portion of the parking fund to be assessed to benefitted mer- chants of the Downtown Parking District. The Mayor had suggested the City pursue options to purchase parking facilities in the downtown parking dis- trict. Then when the City had acquired the options, it would be possible to assess the cost of the overall plan. An assessment notice would go to the benefitted merchants, and they would be notified of the amount of the proposed assessment. There would be an opportunity to appeal the assessments or accept them. If more than 50% of the total costs were assessed, there would be no problem with the State Statutes. If the assessment appeals re- sulted in less than 50% presently certified, the assessments could be scaled down to 50% assessments. Under this proposal, the properties would not be purchased until such time as the assessments had been issued and the appeals had been resolved. If the City had options on all the amount of bonds to be special assessed and had no appeals, the City would proceed with full pur- chase. If a certain amount was appealed, the Council would have to decide whether to forget the project or not to purchase certain property. It was reported that a special meeting with the bond counsel was to be held later this week, with the City Administrator, City Accountant and Mayor in attendance. It was the consensus of the Council to hold another meeting with the bond counsel and City Council after he has reviewed the questions and concerns put before him. Alderman Beatty moved to authorize the City Attorney to begin options for the whole Central Parking District, to be ready by March 23, 1982, accord- ing to the plan set forth in District 1, 2, 3, & 4. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously carried. It was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, to amend -10- M COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 19 82 the motion to read "obtain" options instead of "begin" options. Motion carried unanimously. (k) CONSIDERATION OF PARKING RESTRICTIONS REGARDING TWO HOUR TIME LIMIT Mayor DeMeyer stated he had some concerns regarding the two hour time limit on downtown parking and would like to have it studied further. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to defer action on this item. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, and carried unanimously. (1) CONSIDERATION OF PARKING RESTRICTIONS REGARDING AREAS DESIGNATED Mayor DeMeyer mentioned the downtown parking lots are used by customers and should be restricted in parking time, the same as on the street. Mr. Bill Schiebel, Manager of Siem's, stated since there is no parking pro- vided behind his store, it is necessary for the employees to park where there is unlimited time on parking. The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to refer this matter back to the Parking Committee and Police Chief for further study on parking lots located one block west and one block east of Main Street. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz reported on a meeting held with Dennis Norland, field representative of the State Department of Vehicles. A performance re- port on the operation of the City's local vehicle office was reviewed, and Mr. Norland stressed that the City explore computerization of office trans- actions and relocating the office to provide access to the handicapped. The City will be looking at the LOGIS program. Mr. Plotz mentioned that Clara Slama regularly stops by City Hall to obtain a decision on purchase of her property, and she has submitted a written re- quest. The Community Development Corporation met and adopted their By -Laws. They will meet again on February 3 for a presentation by Bob Stearn, State Depart- ment of Economic Development. A summary of the two proposals for the S & L site was presented by City Ad- ministrator Plotz. -11- COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Mr. Jim McClure was present and gave additional information on his proposal for the S & L site. He stated he plans to expand the basement and add on to the existing second floor east of the building and the entire south side of the building. Also, better ceiling tile and materials will be used in upgrading the building. The total available space will be 4,000 square feet. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to direct the City Administrator and City Attorney to proceed with drafting a development agreement between the City and Miller, Miller & Mac on the S & L Site. Sec- onded by Alderman Carls, the motion unanimously carried. City Administrator Plotz commented that the Chairman of the Downtown Develop- ment Advisory Board was expecting the McClure proposal to be presented to the Downtown Board prior to a decision by the Council. Up -coming meetings were mentioned by Mr. Plotz, and he stated a special meeting should be established to discuss state aid reductions to local mu- nicipalities. It was suggested that the City Engineer and Maintenance Oper- ations Director submit a list of budget reductions for their respective de partments prior to leaving on vacation the first of February. Also, mention was made that RCM would be present at the February 9 Council Workshop for a presentation on the water plant expansion. It was the consensus of the Council to hold a special meeting on Tuesday, February 2, 1982 at 3:30 P.M. in City Hall to discuss state aid cuts. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM GEORGE RUNKE Mr. George Runke appeared before the Council and stated the furnace at the airport was not working; therefore, the airport manager could not work in the hangar area. He requested the City do something about the situation. Mr. Runke also inquired if the oil furnace was condemned. Alderman Beatty stated this matter had been discussed in 1981, and a new furance was purchased.. However, it could not be installed because of the fire code. The City had discussed sharing the heating cost on a 50/50 basis with the airport manager. City Administrator Plotz reported that Maintenance Operations Director Neu- mann had met with the manager to discuss this issue. The building is not insulated, and it is a question of how much money should be spent on an un- heated building. Director Neumann stated the City had set a maximum limit of $800.00 toward heating the airport hangar, but none of this amount has been used. Mr. Weck- man wanted to install a waste oil furnace which burned waste from planes, but the Fire Marshal felt it should be placed outside of the building. The -12- COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1982 Building Official would have given permission for inside use. Neither the Fire Marshal nor Building Official have been contacted by Mr. Weckman. Al- though the City shares the cost of oil (50/50) for heating the airport hangar, Mr. Weckman has not even ordered oil for the furnace. Following further discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to refer this matter to the Airport Commission. Seconded by Alderman Carls, the motion carried unanimously. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ENGINEER City Engineer Priebe gave a presentation on the 1982 Improvement Projects and recommended deletion of several of the projects. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty to approve Projects 82-03 through 82-22 as recommended by the City Engineer. Seconded by Alderman Gruen- hagen, the motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7073 entitled Resolution Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans, Projects 82-03 through 82-22. Motion unanimously carried. Following discussion, Alderman Carls moved to reject Improvement Projects 82-23, 82-29, 82-30 and 82-31. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruen- hagen and carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7074 entitled Resolu- tion Removing Improvements from 1982 Construction Program. After further discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve and proceed with Improvement Projects 82-24, 82-25, 82-26, 82-27, 82-28, 82-32 and 82-33. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. It was moved by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Beatty, to waive read- ing and adopt Resolution No. 7075 entitled Resolution Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans, Projects 82-24, 82-25, 82-26, 82-27, 82-28, 82-32, and 82-33. Motion carried unanimously. 11. CLAIMS. APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS It was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously,to approve the verified claims and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:10 P.M. upon motion by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried. -13-