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COUNCIL CHAMBERS
REGULAR MEETING
The meeting was called
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES 4:10 P. M.
January 15, 1985
to order by Mayor Peterson.
Councilnnarbers Bodlovick, Junker, Kimble (arrived at 4:20 P. M.),
MacDonald, and Mayor Peterson.
None
City Coordinator, Kriesel
City Attorney, Magnuson
City Clerk, Johnson
Public Safety Director, Mawhorter
City Engineer, Meister
Director of parks & Recreation, Blekum
Building Official, Zepper
Public Works Director, Shelton
Consulting Engineer, Davis, SEB
Consulting Engineer, Elliott, SEB
Finance Director, Caruso
Press: Stillwater Gazette - Sharon Baker
Citizens: Mr.& Mrs. Mike Polehna
PEI'TTION4 OF INDIVIDUALS uR DELMATIONS
MR. MIKE MUMMA was present to update the Council on plans for the Softball Conplex. The
grant application suhanitted to the State for the Athletic Couples has been approved for
$52,375.00. Nile Kriesel and he will be attending a meeting at the State regarding accormting
procedures. When completed, there should be adequate ballparks within the City and this complex
nay be in operation by fall.
STAFF REPORTS
PUBLIC W AUIS
MAYOR PE1'FRSON announced that this is Jack Shelton's, Public Works Superintendent, last official
Council meeting and commended him for his Deny years of service to the City.
1. MR. SHEUIDN requested an expenditure for two overhead doors for the City Garage. These
doors are 12 foot by fourteen foot, insulated at a cost of $4,455.20 which is less than
the amount of $5,000 budgeted for this purpose. This coepletes repair of all of the
garage doors.
Motion by Councilserter Bodlovick, seconded by Counc manta* MacDonald to approve
the expenditure of $4,455.20 for two overhead, insulated doors for the City Garage.
(all in favor)
2. NILE IOtIESEL, City Coordinator announced that there is a Retire ent Party for Jack which
will take place on Febnary 21 at the VFW. MR. FRIESEL unne..Led that Jack has worked for
the City since February 23, 1959 and has been a very valuable employee.
3. KEN MELSTER, City Engineer, requested Council's consideration for the promotion of Gary
Fullerton from Mechanic Helper to Mechanic.
OOUNCII&•IRT>BFR BODI.OVIIX inquired what the raise in salary would be and the reply was
550 per hour.
Motion by Owmcilnember Junket-, seconded by Councilnerter MacDonald to adopt the
appropriate resolution "APPOINTING GARY FULLERTON TO THE POSITION OF ME H IC.
(Resolution No. 7434)
AYES--Odmcilnenbers Bodlovick, Junker, MacDonald and Mayor Peterson
NAYS --Wane
4. MR. MEISTER requested Council approval for the purchase of a 1985 Dodge Pick-up truck at
a cost of $8,375 from White Bear Dodge. He received three quotes, of which this was the
lowest. He also checked with Stillwater Motors, but they did not have any trucks in
stock.
(Councilmerber Kimble arrived at 4:20 P. M.)
Motion by Councilnerber Junker, seconded by Councihnarber Bodlovick to approve the
purchase of a 1985 Pick-up truck fran White Bear Dodge Center in the amount of $8,375.00
(all in favor)
5. MR. MEIS'1'mH asked Council approval for the purchase of a Blue Line Printer Machine, fran
Albinson's, at a cost of $1,805.00. They would be able to make prints of all original
drawings in the Engineering and Public Works Departments, plat naps, construction plans
and City mare.
Motion by Councihreiber Bodlovick, seconded by Councilme bar MacDonald to approve
the purchase of a Blue Line Printer at a cost of $1,805.00 for the Public Works Department.
'E' (all in favor)
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BUILDING DEPARTMENT
at the Planning Commission
1. .ne iflg requesting resumed ot spli Mat, 12. Nortb F rstuStree a. Herwd He would need a _
.rousing ichoo a lot split at 120 North First S'heneighborhood objected and the
the
Plane ngich isi too close to s newq est. MY
Planning Comgdssion denied this regiment. Mr. Stouvenel decided to not appear before the
Council at that time. He is requesting approval from the Council at this time and MR. GEl'e'kx
is asking whether Mr. Stouvenel has to again appear before the Planning Commission. The
Council and Staff discussed this issue. It was brought ou that he did not withdraw his request,
but delayed it for a time.
Motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Junker to set the Public
Hearing date for February 5, 1985 at 7:30 P. M. for nCase . 535, William Stouvenel request
for a Minor Subdivision and Variance.
2. MR. ZEPPPR cemented on the application of Mr. Plnil F. Petter dba Briddgeview or ew e e C ,ter of ris
a Contractor's License. He stated that Mr. Petter has not cempl
work, and the Council should take this into consideration when applications are reviewed.
3. MR. KRIESEL requested that Mr. Zepper be allowed to attend the Administrative Flexibility in
Zoning Seminar which will be held on February
Motion by cb ncilnaober Junker, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald to approve atten-
dance for Allen Zepper at the above mentioned Seminar at a cast of $17.50 on February 4,
1985. (all in favor)
PARKS S. RECREATION
1. MR. BLPMd4. Parks & Recreation Director, discussed the plans for completion of the Mini -Park
by the Senior C"izens Nigh Rise. It had been suggested to place a shelter in the Park to
tion for a shelter to be purchased flan St. Croix
createcsome shade. He P$2,e14.0 a rHe also suggested sat tables be placed in the shelter.
ItRtCwastals at a cost that of some$2,9p.an. He also cdi
was also stated some plantings be placed in the area.
The Council discussed the desirability of placing a shelter and tables in the Mini -Park.
COUNCIIh1 MBPR KI BLE suggested that a sign be placed at the entrance of the park stating the
park will be closed at 11:00 P. M.
Motion by Councilmember Junker, seconded by cbncilmenber Kimble, to approve the shelter
from St. Croix Recreation for $2,934.00 with matching picnic tables for the Mini -Park.
(all in favor)
Councilnerber Kimble suggested that the tables be anchored.
2. MR. BLacu4 stated that he has lost sale summer help since Lowell Radke Ce as a ifred. tiHe e s ugeste
that Scott Schell, who works part -tie atsthe Ice I. Arena. be employes
and work for the Parks Department
GC J CILMEMB R MND t?.LD cemented that one of the things the Ice Arena NMMSSSion is looking
at is the elimination of a second tull-tine person at the Ice Arena.
(No action was taken.)
PUBLIC SAFETY
1 POLICE CHIEF MAWHORTTm gave a report on the traffic situation on Greeley Street orange
to
ambulances oaring foam the hospital. He is on recommending that two signs be posted,
and black lettering, about two -hundred feet on either side of the entrance to the hospital added to the top of
with a cost of approximately $200.00. If orange flashing lights
the sign, that activates when the Salience cores out, and additional $2,000 would be added.
If an overhead flashing light were placed at the intersection, the cost would be approximately
$3,000.00. If NSP has to put in two new poles, the cost would be about $5,000. He discussed
sage options with the Director, and noted that the state laws require energeun' vehicles to
Obey traffic laws. The Director has issued a statement to all anbulance driverstopata)t¢�nPs-
an
ambmlance leaves on an emergency ran the vehicle shall gone to a complete
in
section of Anderson and Greeley Streets. The Council and the Staff discussed the issue.
Motion by Councihmarber Kinole, seconded by Councilnader Bodlovick to place two
signs near the entrance to the hospital alerting citizens to the ambulance entrance and
exit. (all in favor)
2. CHIEF MAWHCR'T R stated he had reviewed an "APPLICATION TO CODE ME" for an event to beheld
on January 25, 1985 at the 'Ahoy- Temple by the Stillwater Jaycees He does not object to
the application, but he noted they are planning a Las Vegas Night, and Chief Mawhorter advised
then that some of these games were against the law.
the new state laws regarding gambling and the "Charitable
A Control
Board"
ensued regarding rg SCN stated there are
threeit9 types of g Board" theeeCity created l the ate, City Attorney strlc
three of gambling City can still regulate, if we are nor" restrictive than State
regulations, that being tipboard, raffles anc bingo. The only thing we can do, is object to
the State issuing a license.
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MR. MAGNUSON recommended the City not become more restrictive unless there are sane
extreme cases of mishandling of these licenses. He suggested the application be brought
to the Council, and if there are no objections, let the State issue the license.
CHIEF MAWHORTER stated the Jaycees will not this kind of entertainment for their fundraiser.
They will have something else.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick seconded by Councilruarber MacDonald to approve the
Application to Consume submitted by the Stillwater Jaycees for an event on January 25,
1985. (all in favor)
3. CiufF MAjwrER requested to send Mr. Ulrich to an Interrogation Class on March 5 S 6 in
Winona and on February 20 and 21 at Hrmnepin County. The costs would be approximately
$170 and $95 respectively.
Motion by Councilma.ber Kimble, seconded by Councilmarber MacDonald to send Mr.
Ulrich to the above mentioned classes. (all in favor)
4 COUMCIINEMI3Qt JUNKF]R inquired about twenty-four hour parking and mutual aid contracts with
regard to police services with other cities. POLICE CHEF MANHORTER responded that cars
should not be parked on the street for m re than 24 hours they treat everyone equally,
and cars will be toned if lett_ more than 24 hours. He also stated that Stillwater has a
mutual aid contract with Oak Park Heights and surrounding communities and will respond when
a call cures from one of these comnmmitie .
MbrediscLs sioy ensued in record to 24 hour towing, snow removal and possible going
to odd and even parking.
FINANCE DIRECICR
,^ 1. MS. CARD50 submitted a list of depositories for 1985.
Motion by Councilmerber Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmeuber Kimble to adopt the
appropriate resolution "Designating the Following City Depositories for 1985":
(Resolution No. 7435).
Cosmopolitan State Bank Washington Federal Savings and loan
First National Bank of Stillwater
Oak Park Heights State Bank Piper, Jaffray and Hopwood
Norwest Bank Offeman and Company
Ayes —Councilmemters Badiovick, Junker, Kimble, MacDonald, and Mayor Peterson
Nays _-None
2. MS. CARUSO requested Council approval to change. payroll and regular checking accounts to
the Cosmopolitan State Bank.
Nation by Camcilmenber MacDonald, seconded by Concilmember Kimble to approve
Cosmopolitan State Bank for the City's Payroll and Regular Checking Accounts. (all infavor)
CITY ATICRNE,T
1. CITY ATTORNEY MAGNUSON stated he has done same research on laws governing taxi service.
Based on his research of various court cases and laws, the City cannot limit the number of
taxi licenses within the City.
OOONCIIl4NBER DV1I QICIC asked about the individual presently offering airport and package
service who is not licensed.
CITY ATICRNEy MAGNUSC7 responded that the City could license even taxi services that came
into the City to drop off a fare. Discussion ensued as to what pure to take to Hake
these individuals comply.
MR. KRIFSEL asked if the City has any statutory obligations to regulate taxi service -.
None is required.
2. MR. MnadU50N announced that the notion for the dismissal of a suit Let jEbn the crotMood
Horwners and the City has been taken under advisement.
CONSULTING ENOIIE:ER
MR. DUANE ELLIOTT AND JEFF DAVIS OF SEH made a presentation in regard to a preliminary report
on Pine, Willard Churchill, First and Second Streets. The total project affects about 300
proPert;es and costs approximately $2,000,000. Pine and Churchill are State -Aid Streets, and
there are $900,000 of State Aid funds available. Saris of these funds will be assigned to
other purposes, leaving $750,000 left to apply to this project. MR. ELLIOTT statel the resulting
assessment, using these 85.00 a
and he presented the reasonfsro rthe high rat te.�Heetsuggested that ttbhe Cohnctil loe ok ats are policy
in regard to these assessments.
CITY ATTORNEY MMi7USCl stated there is the consideration of whether the market. value of the
property is enhanced parallel to the high rate of assessment.
MR. ELLIOTT said they would present the finished report to the Council well in advance of a
Council meeting for Council consideration.
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RESOII]TIIXYS
No. 7434 - Appointment of Cary Fullerton to the Pceition of Mechanic
No. 7435 - Designation of City Depositories for 1985
ADJCURIVNT
Motion by Councihrenber Bodlovick seconded by Nnncilmanber MacDonald; to recess the meeting
at 5:55 P. M. until 7:30 P. M. (all in favor)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECESSED MEETING
-latith2Arte."
Mayor
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
JANUARY 15, 1985
The meeting was reconvened by Mayor Peterson
The Invocation was
Present:
Absent:
Also Present
Press:
Citizens:
given by City Clerk Johnson.
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Junker, Kimble, MacDonald
Mayor Peterson
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmenber
the following meetings:
January 2, 1985
January 2, 1985
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
City Clerk Johnson
None
Seven students fran the Stillwater Senior High School
7:30 P. M.
and
Bodlovick, seconded by Conncilmanber MacDonald, to approve the minutes of
(all in favor)
Regular Meeting
Adjourned Meeting
7:30 P. M.
7:50 P. M.
INDIVIDUALS S DELEGATIONS
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Appointments to Committees and Commissions
MAYOR PEC R,SUI presented his list of recommendations for appointments to the various commissions.
He stated he did not have recomendations from the Library Board, as yet, because their next
meeting is on January 18, 1985.
Motion by Councilne:ber Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmerber MacDonald to approve the following
appointments to the respective Commissions: (all in favor)
PLANNING Q74•IISSION
For Three -Year Terns:
Terns expire 1/2/87
Ron Vilmo, 2601 Hidden Valley Lane (reappointment)
G. Dean Miller, 622 North Third Ctreet (reappointment)
Gerald Fontaine, 1618 West Willard Street (reappointment)
Councibnenber Jay B. Kimble. 412 West Elm Street
(replaces forner Councilnenber Ttm Farrell)
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Recreation Commission
For 'Three -Year Teases: Jae Swanson, 2108 Dundee Place (reappointment)
aDr. Duane Nelson, 607 Take Drive (reappointment)
Terns expire 1/2/87: Councisatber Brad MacDonald, 125 North Martha Street (reappointment)
councilmattter David Junker, 1101 North Fourth Street (new)
(replaces Councilmetber Kimble)
Park Board
Ebr Three -Year Term:
Mary (Sue) Collins, 119 Fast Cherry Street (reappointment)
Port Authority (reappointment)
For Three -Year Terns James
Gillespie,
ukeerrtt, 13073North Broadway Drive (reappointment)
City/lbw:ship Joint Planning Committee
Harry D. Peterson, 922 North William Street (replaces former Cou ncilmember ltrn Farrell)
Main Street Omnission
Tenn expires February 28, 1986: 'Dames O'Brien, 509 South Second Street
(Conmcilmenber Kimble will no longer be on this commission)
Joint (able Commission
For Two -.'ear Term: Bill Fredell, 408 Quarry Lane (reappointment)
Councihtedner Ann Bodlovick, 1511 West Olive Street (reappointment)
Middle St. Croix River Watershed District
MR. KRIFSFT stated that in addition to the above commissions, the Middle St. Croix River
Watershed District, requi_rea two delegates, a primary number and alternate. He volunteered
for the Alternate position. This will be for a one-year term, with a three -Year appointment
nude next year. Mayor Peterson volunteered to be the Council representative.
Motion by Councihrember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmenber Kimble to appoint Mayor
Harr, Peterson as the Primary representative, and Nile Kriegel, City Coordinator, as
Alternate to the Middle St. Croix River Watershed District Commission. (all in favor)
EMS COUNCIL
MR. KRIFSFI announced that appointments need to be made to the EMS Council.
Motion by Councilnanber MacDonald, seconded by Counctr"ether Bodlovick to re -appoint
Ann eodlovick, as Representative, and Jay Kimble and Tim Bell as Alternates to the EMS
Council. (all in favor)
2. AFS3 E 1985 LABOR AGREEMENT
R. Ie1FSFL. presented the AFSSCME Contract for approval. He stated the vacation schedule has
been changed to reflect an additional five days in the first year and an additional five
days after twenty years. There was also a change in the Hospital/Medicalrth coverage; and a
settlement on salaries which took into account the Cnnparab.
e Discussion followed by the Council
Motion by Council nerber Junker, seconded by Councilmerber MacDonald to approve the
AFSCBE 1985 Iator Agreement, authorizing the Mayor and thn City Clerk to execute said
contract. (all in favor)
3. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLREEMENT
MR. KRIFSE presented a proposal for an Employee Assistance Agreement with Family Service
of Greater Saint Paul. The cost is $14 per employee or a total cost of $396.00 per year.
This includes the Water Board employees. Other costs for therapy would be covered under
the Hospital/Medical coverage. Discussion followed.
Motion by Coumcilmanber Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmenber Kimble to enter into
an Agreement
portion the Service
with
Famdly Services of Greater S . Paul;
faand
that
the Water Board be billed
for their
4. Joint Pagers Agreement - City of Stillwater and Washington County Housing and Redevelopment
Authority.
MR. IRtIESEI, explained this agreement. ATTORNEY MAGNUSON suggested a change be made in the
wording of the contract in the first and fifth paragraphs to read "home ruled charter City
of the third class" instead of "third class home rule charter city".
Motion by Coumcilnanber Kimble, seconded by Councihmmemter Junker to approve the
Joint Rowers Agreement between the City of Stillwater and Washington County Housing and
Redevelopment Authority; and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign. (all in favor)
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NEW BUSINESS
1. Agreement with State of Minnesota - Traffic Control Signal, Washington Avenue and
Highway 36.
MI. KRIFSEL presented the agrearent for Council consideration. MR. NPLNUSON stated he had
reviewed the agreenait and stated he cannot approve it as to form because of the wording
of the last sentence in the first paragraph on page 2, "'Die State shall be responsible for
all other beacon with an advance traffic signal sign maintenance". He stated it does not
make sense. The Council discussed maintenance of the beacon.
Motion by cbuncilrtauber Dunker, seconded by Cbuncilnenber Bodlovick to adopt the
appropriate resolution "Authorizing the City of Stillwater to Enter Into an Agreement with
the State of Minnesota to Provide a Flashing Yellow Beacon with an Advanced Traffic Signal
Warning Sign in Advance of the Traffic Control Signal on Trunk Highway 36 at Washington
Avenue" and Authorizing the Proper City Officials to Execute said +fa.annt after clarification
by the City Attorney. (Resolution No. 7436)
Ayes --Cb nci1nnw+ers Bodlovick, Dunker, Kimble, MacDonald, and Mayor Peterson
Nays —None
2. Set Public Hearing ate - Variance, Case No. 568, Michael Hill, 1119 & 1121 West Linden Street
lbtion by Councilmanber Junker, seconded by Councilmanber Bodlovick to set the Public Hearing
date for Case No. 568, Michael Hill request for a variance at 1119 and 1121 West Linden Street,
for February 5, 1985 at 7:30 P. M. (all in favor)
3. Set Public Hearing hate - Special Use Permit, lase No. 569, Mina Driscoll, 1103 South Third
Street.
Motion by Cbuncilmarber Junker, seconded by Coumcibanber Kimble to set the public
Hearing date for February 5, 1985 at 7:30 P. M. for Case No. 569, Mina Driscoll, 1103 South
Third Street. (all in favor)
4. Set Public Hearing Date - Special Use Permit Case No. 570, Mark an., 709 South First
Street.
Motion by Wuncilnetber Kimble, seconded by Council enter MacDonald to set the Public
Hearing date for February 5, 1985 for Case No. 570, Mark Snag request for a Special Use
Permit, 709 South First Street. (all infavor)
5. Resolution "Directing the Payment of Bills".
Motion by Couhcilnuiber Bodlovick, seconeed by Wuncilnenber Junker to adopt the Resolution
"Directing payment of Bills". (Resolution No. 7433)
Ayes --Cbuncilerbers Bodlovick, Junker, Kimble, MacDonald and Mayor Peterson
Nays —None
CFLY Cc SPILuiATER/STILLWATER TOWNSHIP DEVELOPMENT STAGING PLAN
MR. KRIFSFr presented the background on this subject. Mayor Peterson stated this would be the
basis for a discussion next Monday, January 21 with Stillwater Township. City Attorney Magnuson was
asked what the results would be if the City approved the plan as it now stands. His reply was that
it would linit the City's flexibility when dealing with each development. MR. MaCNUS(N stated same
changes that should be made to allow the City more flexibility. Council discussion followed.
CITY ATIORNEY MA NUSCd will provide the Council with a narrative of this plan with changes.
INDIVIDUALS AND DFL.E1lATI(NS (continued)
Seven students form the Stillwater Senior High School were in the aduience this evening and were
given a celeriac by Mayor Peterson.
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
(OUNCILM DHER BCOUJVICK announced that she had received an inquiry about the Cable Board, and this
person would file an application and be willing to serve on the Cable Board.
STAFF REPORTS (continued)
1. Mi. 10RIFS17 reminded the Council of the League of Minnesota Cities Legislative Action Cnfere:ce
at the St. Paul Radisson Hotel on January 29 and 30.
2. MAYOR PEERSON asked the City Attorney if Monday, January 29 would be an appropriate date
for the Charier Canmission to meet. The reply was "yes". Notices will be sent.
CITY CJ.FRK
1.
Gambling Licenses
CLTY ATTORNEY MAGNUSON stated that the State has pre-empted the control of gambling and the State
law becomes effective March 1, 1985 and municipal licenses are cancelled. He listed some of
the things the City could still license, certain bingo and raffle games. He advises against
getting involved in this. Also, after the State receives an application for a license they
will notify us and we have thirty days in which to state any objections by resolution, and if
there are none, they will license the organization. He suggested that at some future date,
the ordinance relating to gambling be repealed. MR. MEGND5Thh1 advised that if an organization's
license expired on the first of January, they should not be required to obtain a license during
the short span of tine until March 1. The council concurred. The Council has no objection
to the Eagles being licensed by the State.
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APPLICATIONS
—Motion by Wuncilmetber Junker, seconded by Councilmenber MacDonald to approve the Cigarette
License for Loretta M. Petersen, J. & D. Bluff Biat, 806 South Main Street for 1985.
(all in favor)
—Motion by Councilmenber Dunker, seconded by Wuncilmetber Bodlovick, to approve the following
Contractor's Licenses: (all in favor)
R. Ragstran Builder, Inc.
3390 lake Elmo Avenue North, Lake Elmo 55042
Martin G. Kvaas
1115 South Third Street, Stillwater
Tim McPherson - McPherson Spraying & Taping
R. $1, Box 640, St. Joseph, WI. 54082
General Renewal
General Renewal
Ceramic Tile Installers,
Insulation, Wallboard Insulation
Sheetrock Taping, Plastering,
Stucco Work Renewal
Northstar Fire Protection
701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 710
Minneapolis, Mn. 55415 Fire Protection Renewal
Stager Bros., Inc.
5898 Grohs Avenue Borth, Stillwater General Renewal
R. L. Anderson III - Viking Automatic Sprinkler Co.
2400 Rose Place, St. Paul 55113 Sprinkler Systems New
—The application for Emil F. Petter dba Bridgeview Hone Center, Rt. 0, Box 98-A, Cboeola, WI.
54020 will beheld in abeyance until further review per Council decision.
CQMRilaTIQiS
None
GUFSTIOtS/OQILENIS FR M NFSS MEDIA
None
RFSOLDIUNS
No. 7433 - Directing Payment of Bills
No. 7436 - Authorizing Agreement with State of Minnesota for a Flashing Yellow Beacon at
Trail( Highway 36 and Washington Avenue
ADICURFNENF
Motion by Councilmetber KLrble, seconded by Conmcilmatber Dunker to adjourn the meeting at
8:35 P. M. (all in favor)
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Mayor