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City Council Minutes Page 3 May 4, 2009 ----------------------------- • 5.2. Resolution Acknowledging Contribution by First National Financial Services for Expanded Hours at the Activity Center John Houlton representing First National Bank presented a check to the city in the amount of $1,440 to be used for keeping the Elk River Activity Center open for extended hours on the weekends from September through May. The Mayor thanked Mr. Houlton for the donation. 5.3. Part-time Fire Inspector Ms. Johnson presented her staff report. Mr. Anderson stated that building inspections have picked up with 4-6 new permits per week. He presented his staff report. Councilmember Gumphrey questioned how the volunteer firefighters regular employment would be affected if they were selected to perform this job on a temporary basis. Mr. Anderson stated the firefighters who are interested are either EMS or self-employed and are willing to be flexible with their schedules. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO AUTHORIZE THE HIRING OF A TEMPORARY PART-TIME FIRE INSPECTOR FOR A MAXIMUM OF 24 • HOURS PER WEEK UNTIL THE FIRE CHIEF POSTION IS FILLED. MOTION CARRRIED 5-0. 5.4. Begin Hiring Process for Waste Water Treatment Systems Operator Ms. Johnson presented the staff report. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD TO AUTHORIZE THE HIRING PROCESS FOR A WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS OPERATOR. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.5. Summary of 2009 Street Rehabilitation Informational Meetings A. Evans Avenue/Railroad Drive Area Mr. Maurer presented the staff report. Councilmember Westgaard noted that he attended both the informational meetings. He stated citizens in attendance for this project indicated they didn't want a street improvement at this time. He stated he wouldn't support this project as an improvement for 2009. Councilmember Motin stated he has received calls in support of the project from people who were afraid to come due to opposition from others. He stated he would like to see the improvement project move forward but to allow property owners to have the ability to delay • payment for a few years.