09-03-74 City Council MeetingREGULAR MEETING
of the
VILLAGE COUNCIL
September 3, 1974
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Council of
the Village of Golden Valley, Hennepin County, Minnesota, was held at 7800
Golden Valley Road, in said Village on September 3, 1974, at 7:30 P.M.
The following members were present: Anderson, Bix, Hoover arrived at 8:30,
Moberg, and Riggs; and the following were absent: None.
Present were Village Manager, Barkley G. Omans; Village Attorney, Robert M.
Skare; Village Engineer, Lowell Odland; Village Clerk, Helen Penniman; Dir-
ector of Planning & Inspections, Jon Westlake; Director of Finances, John
Murphy.
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
Minutes of August 19, 1974:
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Moberg carried to approve the minutes of August
19, 1974, as submitted.
Public Hearing, Public Improvement, Sanitary Sewer (74 -LF -4):
The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official
newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on certain proposed Public Improve-
ments 74 -LF -4 described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto,
adopted on August 6, 1974. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and
ordered filed in the office of the Village Clerk.
The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on said
proposed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were afforded
opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented objections
except the following:
OBJECTORS OBJECTION
Clifford R. Johnson
3240 Lilac Drive North
Robert E. VonDissen
3230 Lilac Drive North
Donald Peterson
3250 Lilac Drive North
More time is needed in
which to develop the area.Costs
are too high right now.
Home is 250' back from highway
Want to develop area, suggested
another street in back. Asked
if Planning Commission would
make suggestions for development.
Asked if the sewer line would be
large enough for a big development.
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The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Member Bix suggested dividing the project into two parts, construct for the
two most northerly residents now and the southerly residents later as needed:
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Bix to approve alternate B construction plan to
serve 3340 and 3250 Lilac Drive North with 74 -LF -4.
Member Moberg withdrew the motion.
Member Bix moved to approve alternate B construction plan to serve 3340
and 3250 Lilac Drive North with 74 -LF -4. There being no second the motion
was lost.
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Anderson carried to approve construction of Alter-
nate A of 74 -LF -4 and not require hook-ups for five years unless sewer is needed.
Member Moberg introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
74 -LF -4
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following
voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the
Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page .335-
MOVED by Bix seconded by Anderson carried that it is the council intent that
the project be assessed at a normal rate of $12.00 per front foot.
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
74 -LF -4
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Moberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following voted
against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Village
Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 133�
Regular Meeting of the
Village Council, September 3, 1974
William H.
Ruth
His septic tank is too small for
3340 Lilac
Drive North
the house, need sewer, but neighbors
don't need it now.
Richard J.
Haik
Highway on one side, homes back 300'
3218 Lilac
Drive North
from service road. Too expensive to
construct sewer now.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Member Bix suggested dividing the project into two parts, construct for the
two most northerly residents now and the southerly residents later as needed:
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Bix to approve alternate B construction plan to
serve 3340 and 3250 Lilac Drive North with 74 -LF -4.
Member Moberg withdrew the motion.
Member Bix moved to approve alternate B construction plan to serve 3340
and 3250 Lilac Drive North with 74 -LF -4. There being no second the motion
was lost.
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Anderson carried to approve construction of Alter-
nate A of 74 -LF -4 and not require hook-ups for five years unless sewer is needed.
Member Moberg introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
74 -LF -4
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following
voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the
Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page .335-
MOVED by Bix seconded by Anderson carried that it is the council intent that
the project be assessed at a normal rate of $12.00 per front foot.
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
74 -LF -4
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Moberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following voted
against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the Village
Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 133�
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Public Hearing - Easement Vacation 925-1109 Zane Avenue North:
The Mayor opened the public hearing. There were no objectors to the pro-
posed easement vacation.
Member Anderson introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Easement Vacation - Drainage and Utility Easement - 925 to 1109
Zane Avenue North -- Lindsay's 2nd Addition)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Member Moberg, and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in
favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following voted
against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the Village
Clerk. See Resolution Book page '33$
Public Hearin,- Public Improvement, Street Improvement (74 -SI -9):
The Village Clerk presented an affidavit showing publication in the official
newspaper of the Notice of Public Hearing on certain proposed Public Improve-
ments 74 -SI -9 described in the resolution of this Council relating thereto,
adopted on August 5, 1974. Said affidavit was then examined, approved and
ordered filed in the office of the Village Clerk.
The Mayor then announced that the meeting was open for public hearing on
said proposed public improvements, and all persons present to do so were
afforded opportunity to express their views thereon. No persons presented
objections except the following:
PROPONENT REASON
Bud C. N6ren,,- The street is being used by Golden
840 Sumter Avenue South Valley Residents, they object to
the road grader being used 5 or 6
times, the cost is being borne by
tax payers, plus dust, environmen-
tal and safety aspects.
Joseph P. Gately
642 Sumter Avenue South
Harold C. Hostetler
743 Sumter Avenue South
PROPONENT
Albin L. Winkels
914 Sumter Avenue South
Don R. Winter
915 Sumter Avenue South
Read a petition and spoke in favor
of the improvement.
Walks to bus, in favor of project.
OBJECTION
Read a statement opposing improve-
ment. Mr. Winkels read a letter
from Daryl Natz, Chairman Golden
Valley Steering Committee opposed
to I-394, dated 9-3-74.
No benefit at this time, only to
petitioners in surrounding area.
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PROPONENT
Duane H. Butterfass
911 Winnetka Avenue South
Joe W. Kuns
1610 Constance Drive East
Mrs. Jargories Noren
840 Sumter Avenue South
Mr. Winkels
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
OBJECTION
Need water installed before the street
to complete the circle on the water
line.
Representing Mrs. Arneson, 1030
Sumter Avenue South, a sister-in-
law, her home is 19 years old and
is proposed to be taken by T.H. 412
improvement in the near future. Not
a prudent expenditure, but a hardship,
seven homes are proposed to be taken
for highway improvement. No safety
hazzard in road as it is today.
Water should be installed before im-
provement. Requested project be
deferred, cut unnecessary costs at
this time.
15 residents in favor originally,
only four opposed, they need repre-
sentation.
Have no municipal water, should have
like other residents.
Member Anderson introduced the introduced the following resolution and MOVED
its adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
74 -SI -9
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Hoover, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Moberg, and Riggs; and the following
voted against the same: Bix, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the
Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 3 3 g
Member Hoover introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND ORDERING MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION
74 -SI -9
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded
by Member Moberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Hoover, Moberg, and Riggs; and the follow-
ing voted against the same: Bix, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor, and his signature attested by the
Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page 3140
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Regular Meeting of the Village Council, September 3, 1974
Political Awareness Day - League of Women Voters (9-21-74):
The League of Women Voters sent a letter dated August 26, 1974, to inform
Council of a proposed Political Awareness Day (9-21-74) to be held at Spring
Gate Shopping Center with political candidates participating.
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Hoover carried to encourage the League of
Women Voters to continue their political awareness activity.
1973 Audit Report:
Mr. Greg. Murphy presented a recap of the 1973 Audit by Geo. Hanson & Company.
Mr. Murphy stated the Manager and Finance Director were doing a good job.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Anderson carried to receive and file the 1973
audit by Geo. Hanson & Company.
Request for Waiver of Platting Ordinance -217-209 Paisley Lane & 215-221 Windy
Draw:
Jon Westlake, director of Planning & Inspections, presented the Planning Com-
mission recommendation to approve the waiver of platting ordinance for Rich-
ard Keefe for the above referenced property.
Mr. Keefe, 26 Meander Road, was present as executor of Keefe estate.
Mr. Omar Hill, 208 Paisley Lane, opposed the waiver, it is for profit motive
rather than the good of the community. They have traditionally had large
lots and openness. The precedent being established should be considered, it
is a break down to meet minimum specifications, should preserve the neighbor-
hood and deny the request.
Mr. Harry Karsh, 205 Paisley Lane, opposed, it would cause trees to be knock-
ed down and ruin the neighborhood.
Mr. Grant L. Wood, 216 Paisley Lane, opposed the waiver would ruin the integ-
rity of the neighborhood.
Mr. B. R. Prusah, 227 Paisley Lane, opposed to the proposal, should consider
the owners in the area and deny the request.
Mr. Robert L. Sotzen, 235 Paisley Lane, the sale should be handled by a realtor
and denythe request for a waiver.
Mr. Richard Keefe, stated both adjacent owners favor the waiver.
Mr. Frank W. Hetman, 125 Paisley Lane, was concerned when Lot 6 was divided,
his main concern is traffic on Paisley Lane.
Mr. Johnson adjacent property owner and Mr. DeCola prospective purchaser
were not present.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Regular Meeting of the Village Council, September 3, 1974
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Anderson carried to deny the request for Waiver
of Platting Ordinance for 217-209 Paisley Lane & 215-221 Windy Draw. Council
suggested a replat of the area rather than a waiver.
Request for Waiver of Platting Ordinance - Marvin Kirkeby, 204-210 Sunnyridge Lane:
Mr. Jon Westlake, Director of Planning & Inspections, presented the Planning
Commission recommendation to approve the requested waiver of Platting Ordin-
ance for the above referenced property with stipulations.
MOVED by Bix seconded by Hoover carried to approve the Waiver of Platting
Ordinance subject to the stipulations of the Planning Commission and that
no further subdivisions of the property be granted. The request is for the
Waiver of the Platting Ordinance of the following property:
200 Sunnyridge Lane:
That part of Lot 7, Sunnyridge Addition, Hennepin County,
Minnesota, lying Westerly of a line drawn from a point on the
South line of said Lot 7 distant 56 feet West of the Southeast
corner of said lot to a point on the Northwesterly line of said
Lot 7 distant 147.50 feet Southwesterly from the Northeasterly
corner of said lot as measured along said Northwesterly line of
Lot 7.
204 Sunnyridge Lane:
That part of Lot 7 Sunnyridge Addition, Hennepin County, Minn-
esota, lying Easterly of a line drawn from a point on the South
line of said Lot 7 distant 56 feet West of the Southeast corner
of said lot to a point on the Northwesterly line of said Lot 7
distant 147.50 feet Southwesterly from the Northeasterly corner
of said Lot as measured along said Northwesterly line of Lot 7,
together with a strip of land 24 feet in width adjoining on the
Easterly boundary of said Lot 7 and described as follows: Com-
mencing at the Northeast corner of said Lot 7; thence Easterly
a distance of 24 feet; thence South along a line parallel with
the Easterly line of said Lot 7 to the intersection of said line
with the Southerly line of said Lot 7 extended Easterly; thence
West along said Easterly extension of said Southerly line of Lot
7 a distance of 24 feet more or less to the Southeast corner of
said Lot 7; thence Northerly along the Easterly line of said Lot
7 to the point of beginning.
Request for Waiver of Platting Ordinance - John Winston, 4900 Olson Memorial
Highway The Whitehouse):
Mr. Jon Westlake, Director of Planning & Inspections, presented the Planning
Commission recommendation. The Village Attorney outlined the background of
tax forfeiture and quiet title preceedings. The Village Engineer explained
the proposal for future traffic flow.
Mr. John Winston, Attorney for Glenn Corporation, owner, explained the own-
ers position that they just wanted to combine parcels into one. The Plann-
ing Commission request for a green strip would be a considerable change.
Regular Meeting of the Village council, September 3, 1974
Mr. Irving Schee tman, owner of the White House, requested approval and
objected to Planning Commission suggestion as changes made -after construc-
tion.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Anderson to grant waiver of the Platting Ordin-
ance with the stipulation of 35' green strip on south end of the parking
lot. Motion failed, 2 yes, 2 nay and 1 abstained.
MOVED by Bix seconded by Riggs to grant the waiver of Platting Ordinance.
Motion failed, 2 yes, 2 nay and 1 abstained.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Anderson carried to defer the matter until the
proponent returns with a landscape plan of the whole property. Member Bix
voted "NO".
Planning�Commission Report_re:Public Works Functions:
Planning Commission member Hakala reported on the Ad -Hoc committee report to
the Planning Commission regarding Public Works functions.
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Hoover carried to direct the Manager to investi-
gate the acquisition of. Plymouth/Boone and /or Douglas sites and the Engineer
to report on the cost of relocating the entrance and berming the present site.
MOVED by Bix seconded by Anderson carried to request that the item of the
Hwy. #55 and Winnetka Avenue be on the September 16 agenda and it be consider-
ed a public item.
Eng neeringz R„- e�o_r_t_ - Progress on Sweeney Lake (69 -SS -1) :
The Village Engineer reported on the status of negotiations for railroad
easement and of Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission. The report which
does not oppose, but raises questions of severe flood conditions.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Bix carried to receive and file the Bassett Creek
Flood Control Commission report.
Engineering Report - Progress on Metro, New Hope Sewer Interceptor:
The Village Engineer advised the Council of progress on the Metro, New Hope
Sewer Interceptor.
Ernst Building Permit - 9235 Medicine Lake Road:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to approve the building permit for
9235 Medicine Lake Road.
Communication - Ralph S Parker re: Pro osed I-394:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to receive and file the letter from
Mr. Ralph S. Parker re: I-394.
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Hennepin Count Request for Penalty Waiver:
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Anderson carried to recommend to the County
Board the cancellation of penalties on assessments due and payable in
1974 on the Sheriff's Radio -Station property in Golden Valley.
Resignations John Homme Environmental Commission:
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Moberg carried to receive and file the
resignation of John Homme from the Environmental Commission and send a
letter of appreciation.
Resignation. Tom Jackson, Park & Recreation Commission:
MOVED by Moberg seconded by Bix carried to receive and file the resigna-
tion of Tom Jackson from the Park & Recreation Commission and send a letter
of appreciation.
L.cense List:
Southwest Fire Mutual Aid Agreement:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to authorize the Mayor and Manager
to sign the Southwest Fire Mutual Aid Agreement.
Storm Sewer PipeQuotations:
The following tabulation are the quotations for 12" Storm Sewer Pipe for
construction on Kewanee Way:
Elk River Concrete Products $1,018.54
Northefn Culvert Operations 1,027.04
Bladholm Brothers 1,038.86
H. V. Johnson Culvert Company 1,074.20
MOVED by Bix seconded by Anderson carried to approve the purchase of 12"
Storm Sewer Pipe from Elk River Concrete Products in the amount of $1,018.54.
Re uest for Public Hearing -Street Lights RSL -58 (Part of Glendale):
Member Bix introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL -58
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to approve the
license list as
follows:
NO.
Licensee
Type
Fee Penalty
T095
R. E. Fritz, Inc.
Food Est.
$25.00
3096
Golden Valley V.F.W. 47051
Itinerant Food Est.
Exempt
3097
3098
B. & J. Vending Service
B. & J. Vending Service
N. P. Food Vending
Cigarettes
7.50
18.00 pro -rated
Ernst Machinery & Housemovers,
Corporation
House Movers
50.00
Southwest Fire Mutual Aid Agreement:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to authorize the Mayor and Manager
to sign the Southwest Fire Mutual Aid Agreement.
Storm Sewer PipeQuotations:
The following tabulation are the quotations for 12" Storm Sewer Pipe for
construction on Kewanee Way:
Elk River Concrete Products $1,018.54
Northefn Culvert Operations 1,027.04
Bladholm Brothers 1,038.86
H. V. Johnson Culvert Company 1,074.20
MOVED by Bix seconded by Anderson carried to approve the purchase of 12"
Storm Sewer Pipe from Elk River Concrete Products in the amount of $1,018.54.
Re uest for Public Hearing -Street Lights RSL -58 (Part of Glendale):
Member Bix introduced the following resolution and MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ON CERTAIN PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
RSL -58
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member Anderson, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members
voted in favor thereof: Anderson, Bix, Hoover, Moberg, and Riggs; and the
following voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature
attested by the Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page._3q .
Re nest for Public Hearing -Vacation of Ensign Avenue North:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to call a Public Hearing to Vacate
Ensign Avenue North on October 21, 1974.
PlanninCommission 2dinutes -_August 26, 1974:
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Bix carried to receive and file the Planning
Commission Minutes for August 26, 1974.
Building -Board of Review Minutes - Anust 20 1974:
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Bix carried to receive and file the Building
Board of Review Minutes for August 20, 1974.
Human Rim Commission Minutes_z AuQust 81974:
MOVED BY Bix seconded by Anderson carried to receive and file the Human Rights
Commission Minutes for August 8, 1974.
ArPointment of Citizen's Ad Hoc Committee for N.E. Fire Station:
MOVED by Bix seconded by Moberg carried to appoint the following residents
to the Ad Hoc Committee for N.E. Fire Station:
HOWARD DAHLHEIMER
EDWARD McALLISTER
2220 Legend Drive
55422
3101 Kyle Ave. N.
55422
RALPH WILLARD
WARREN HANSON
4740 - 33rd Ave. N.
55422
1824 Spring Valley
Circle 55422
JERRY NEES
JAEL FERGUSON
2117 Windsor Way 55422
4827 Culver Road
55422
NANCY WICKMAN
JOE & YVONNE MULLEN
4875 Westbend Road
55422
2495 Byrd Ave. N.
55422
RAY STOCKMAN
CAROLYN AINSWORTH
3125 Quail Ave. N.
55422
4975 Sorell Ave.
55422
GERALD BOWERS
2329 Xerxes Ave. N. 55422
Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes - Aygust 13,_ 1974:
MOVED by Anderson seconded by Bix carried to receive and file the Board of
Zoning Appeals Minutes for August 13, 1974.
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Bills & Claims:
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Moberg carried to approve the bills as submitted
on the prelist.
MOVED by Hoover seconded by Moberg carried to adjourn the meeting at 1:00 A.M.
and continue the meeting at 9:00 P.M. on September 4, 1974.
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CONTINUED REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
From September_3 to 9:00 P.M. September 4, 197_4
Present: Moberg, Bix, Anderson and Hoover, Riggs arrived after meeting convened.
Meeting was opened at 9 P.M., by Councilman Hoover.
Member Bix introduced the following Resolution & MOVED its adoption:
RESOLUTION
(Appropriation of :Municipal State -Aid Funds
To C.S.A.H. or T.H. Project)
(County Rd. 66 & Hwy 100)
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Member .Moberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following members voted
in favor thereof: Anderson, Moberg, Hoover and Riggs; and the following
voted against the same: None, whereupon said resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the Mayor and his signature attested by the
Village Clerk. See Resolutions Book page__ 31c�l�µ.
Citizens' Committee - Noble Avenue Improvements:
LOTION by Hoover seconded by Bix carried to continue indefinitely the matter
of the formation of a Citizen's Committee until a positive interest in area
sidewalk or street improvement is expressed by property owners on the improve-
ment.
1975 Budget:
MOTION by Moberg seconded by Hoover carried that the Council set up the follow -
budget schedule of special meetings:
7:00 PM - Thursday, September 12
Budget explanation by Staff
7:00 PM - Thursday, September 19
Council discussion and listing of items they
may wish to debate, change or emphasis on.
7:30 P14 - Monday, September 23
Budget hearing for any public, board or
commission input. Notice to be published
in the Sun Newspaper.
Meeting adjourned at 10:30 P. M.
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Attest:
1. � �'�'�'�'Y�_ eL�L�
Village Clerk