07-08-2002 CHCMCharter Commission Meeting
Monday, July 8, 2002
Members Present: Chair Chuck Carlson, Phil Graves, Don Glas, Roger Petersen, Mike Cannon,
Linda Remucal, Virgil Voigt and Ron McGraw
Members Absent: Walt Clay, Jean Peterson, Carl Bretzke, and Steve Auger
Others Present: Mayor Torgerson and Bonnie Baumetz, Recorder
Note: No Legal Counsel present.
Chair Carlson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
A motion was made by McGraw, second by R Petersen to approve the minutes from March 25,
2002.
Chairman Carlson presented Mr. Cook's letter and article and Mr. Ribich's letter.
Mayor Torgerson stated the question regarding the Charter will be on the ballot in November.
Discussion followed on the petitioning of the new Charter. There was also discussion on
possibly an article in the newspaper explaining the changes to the public. This would be done a
week to 10 days before the election.
Chairman Carlson stated the terms of six members will expire on August 1St. He noted those
wishing to be reappointed are: Walt Clay, Virgil Voigt, Carl Bretzke and Chuck Carlson. He
reported Jean Peterson and Phil Graves are not seeking reappointment.
Mayor Torgerson stated he would like at least eight names to be presented to the judge for
appointment.
Possible members suggested were: John Paulson, Judy Simons, Rob Totushek, Mary Henke,
Murray Swenson and Cheryl Dooley.
Chairman Carlson will submit at letter to the Mayor of the names to be suggested for
appointment.
Mike Cannon moved to allow Chairman Carlson to accept petitions that are submitted, seconded
by Ron McGraw the motion carried unanimously.
Roger Petersen moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Linda Remucal, the meeting
adjourned at 4:30 p.m.