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02/17/19585'9'12/7/58 The Mayor referred the letter to the Building and Grounds Committee and. Superintendent. FIRST READING RESTRICT PARKING ON CUMBERLAND STREETS. The Clerk read for first reading the ordinance to restrict parking on Ardmore, Cornell, Stratford and Cambridge Roads. FIRST READING ORDINANCE TO RESTRICT ONE-WAY ON BENNETT PLACE for first reading the above ordinance. The' Clerk read UNITED CEREBRAL PAISEY LETTER. The Clerk read the above letter which the Mayor referred to License and Inspection Committee. BIDS ON MOVING SEWER FOR TOLL ROAD. On motion by Alderman Tures and second by Wright the Clerk was instructed.to open the above bids; The Following bids were received: Joe B..Divito, Des Plaines $ 925.00 975.00 Rossetti Contracting Co., Chicago On motion by Dunlap and second by Prickett the bids were referred to the Sewer Committee and Engineer. The Mayor declared a recess and after reconvening the motion was made by Alderman McKay and second by Tures to award the bid to Joe Divito for $925.00. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, McKay, Callaghan, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, Tures, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard. ,Nays: None. The Mayor declared, the motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from Soo Line that the Algonquin Road crossing was repaired January 14, 1958. PLAT AT SOUTHWEST CORNER WOLF AND CENTRAL ROAD. The Clerk submitted a plat at the above location. The Mayor referred the plat to Plan Commission. TRAIN SWITCHING AT THACKER STREET WEST OF WOLF ROAD BELT LINE. The Ma'yor referred to the Street Committee regarding the switching on Belt Line on Thacker Street West of Wolf Road. CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN RAILWAY STATION CROSSING. The motion was made by Alderman Wexler and seconded by Wright to give a vote of confidence to Attorney Lommen Eley ,nd Mayor regarding opening the crossing at Chicago and Northwestern Railway Station. On motion by Alderman McKay and second by Prickett the motion was amended to insist on automatic gates or some other device. The original motion was amended was voted upon by acclamation. ADJOURNMENT. The motion was made by Alderman Prickett and seconded by Tistle to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation. o . J. Benrich City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, Des Plaines,; ILLINOIS, HELD IN COUNCIL ROOM, FEBRUARY 17, 1958. AT 8x00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Herbert H. Belrel with Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Bell, McKay, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard responding to roll call. Alderman Tures and Callaghan were absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The motion was made by Alderman Prickett and seconded by Figard to approve the minutes of February 3, 1958. The motion was voted upon by acclamation. CANVASS BALLOTS OF SIXTH WARD ELECTION. The Mayor told the Council as a new Alderman had been elected that he thought the Alderman should be installed so to be in attendance at the entire meeting. On a motion by Alderman Rateike and second by Dunlap the Council approved to canvass the ballots. The Mayor appointed Alderman Prickett, Martin and Wright to canvass. The Mayor, called a recess and after reconvening Alderman Prickett report the following ballots cast: 1t�l George W. MassmanPrecincts ;ii 2 57 = i 242 Robert Leckner 18 80 11 = i 109 I � I 2/x/569 5 On motion -b Alderman Pickett.and'second by Figard the. Conncil.'deciared.George W. Massman.elected._ .The Clerk then.installed George.W. Maasman. OFFICIAL REPORTS. The Clerk submitted the Treasurer's report for January. OPEN BIDS TO DEMOLISH BUILDINGS AT 1542, 1549 and 1539 PARK PLACE. On motion by Alderman Wexler and second by Bell the Clerk was instructed to open the above bids. Two bids received: Progress Wrecking and Lumber Company Loeb Wrecking and Lumber Company $1,550:00 2,430.00 On motion by Alderman Wexler and second by Tistle the bids were referred to the Parking Meter Committee and Superintendent Wernicke. Murray Smith, Secretary, Chamber of Commerce was.allowed to speak. He asked the Council to reconsider the awarding of the bid for tree removal and trimming to Bishop's Tree Service., He thought the bid should have been awarded to the Button Company a lower bidder and a Des Plaines company. The Attorney informed the Mayor the contract had been given to Bishop Tree Service and could not be changed. ATTORNEY DOWD'S LEGAL OPINION: Section 2.10 of the Municipal Code of the City of Des Plaines, entitled "Suspensions or Amendments," provides that the rules of procedure of'the City Council may be temporarily suspended by,either the unanimous consent of the members present or by a twothtrd$ mote of all the members elected to the City Council, and that the rules of procedure shall not be repealed, altered or amended unless by the concurrence of two-thirds of all the aldermen elected. The above section relates only to the suspension of the rules of procedure, their repeal, their altering or amending. ,Under this section, the rules of procedure can,be suspended temporarily by the unanimous consent of all members present or by a two-thirds majority of the aldermen elected. However, atwo-thirds majority of the fourteen elected aldermen or ten voting in favor thereof, is necessary to amend, repeal or alter the rules of. procedure, not just the unanimous consent of all present. Section 2.11, entitled "Passage of Ordinances," provides that no Ordinance shall be passed at the same meeting at which it shall be first introduced, except upon a vote of two-thirds of the aldermen present voting on a motion to put the Ordinance on passage. This procedural rule, therefore, allows an Ordinance to be put on passage by a vote of merely two-thirds of the aldermen present voting on a motion to put the Ordinance on passage. This would not necessitate a vote of ten of the fourteen elected aldermen to put the Ordinance on,passage, but a mere vote of two-thirds of.the aldermen present. A review of the above sections, namely, Section 2.10 and Section 2.11, makes it apparent that the proper motion to pat an Ordinance on passage would not be a motion to suspend the rules, but merely a motion to put the Ordinance on passage, which motion would take a vote of only two-thirds of the aldermen present. James J, Dowd City Attorney The Mayor received a letter from North Parent and Teachers'Association requesting that the City give them the two headstones from Old North School which they would preserve for North School. The letter was referred to the Public Buildings and Grounds Committee. REPORT ON ALLEY AND STREET VACATION - RAND AND RIVER ROADS. Alderman Bell reported the Municipal Development Committee investigated the above and found the original recommendation was justified in that this is best use of land. Moat revenue in form of sales tax would be received from proposed land usage. " The Committee recommend vacation of streets and alleys upon payment of $1,500.00 as originally proposed after receipt of covenant to City agreeing to keep streets open for local traffic. On motion by Alderman Bell and second by Prickett the Council concurred in the report. MOTEL -HOTEL REZONING MANNHEIM ROAD SOUTH OF TOUHY AVENUE.' Alderman Bell reported of attending the county rezoning hearing with Mayor Behrel, Attorney Dowd.and John Geiger. The Municipal Development found the proposed development as asset to area entrance. 59 62/17/58 Your -Committee -on Municipal Development- has investigated the above. -And has found: Proposed -development an asset to -area entrance'to restaurant:and-Cocktail lounge will be through' lobby = not by street entrance. Our city plan shows property to be•recommended Research Laboratories. "- We, your Committee on_Municipal Development, therefore recommend: City of Des Plaines enter no protest against proposed rezoning and authorize City Attorney to notify Zoning Board of this decision. Also to include in this:letter that city would seriously copsider and welcome annexation to City of Des Plaines. /e/ S. E. Wexler /s/ R. M. Dunlap /s/ R. Bell, Chairman APPROVE NORTHWEST HIGHWAY PLAT. Alderman Bell reported the Municipal Develop- ment Committee investigated tha•.Northwest Highway Plat and found the plat approved by Plan Committion. Property is zoned Commercial - proposed development would be upgrading. Plat shows sidewalk and parking spaces as required. The Committee recommend approval of plat. On motion by Alderman Bell and second by Masaman the Council approved the plat.. TO PURCHASE LAND FROM SCHOOL. Alderman Rateike reported the Public Buildings and Water Committees investigated and recommend the 1.06 acres be purchased -from the Board of Education School District 62, for #3,206.00 to be paid for from Water Department funds. That the City Attorney prepare the proper ordinances, that the City Clerk notify Kenneth G. Meyer, attorney for District 62 of the City'a desires. The motion was made by Alderman Rateike and seconded by Bell to concur in the report. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Rr►ickett, Tistle, Masaman, Bell, McKay, n, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, mss, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. FUEL OIL CONTRACT EXTENDED JUNE 30. 1958. Alderman Rateike reported fuel oil contract expires in February and he recommended the contract be extended to June 30, 1958, and hereafter there be the date for heating season. The motion was made by•Alderman-Rateike and seconded by Dunlap to extend the; contract to June 30, 1958. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Apes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, Com, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright,'4ailigs, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN BELT LINE CROSSING AT THACKER STREET. Alderman McKay made the following report: This matter was referred to the Streets Committee during Council meeting of February 3. .The same problem (and a similar condition at Golf Road Crossing) was handled with the C&NW the latter part of 1956 by City Engineer Fletcher. Under date of•December 26, 1956 Mr.H.T.Fleisher, Assistant Chief Engineer of the C&Nw, wrote Mr. Fletcher, in part as follows: "At Thacker Street certain switching over the most westerly track at the crossing causes the sigpils to not operate until a train is actually on the center section at the crossing, however, the switch train crews are aware when such conditions might occur and do provide flagging protection for. their low speed switch movements, These switch movements do not ;in any way interfere with properioperation of the signals upon the approach ,of a train on either of the two main line tracks, consequently, there is very little hazard to motorists who properly observe either the crossing signals or the hand signals given by switch crew trainman. "Through train movements at Golf Road are fully protected but the heavy sand and gravel movements this past year have caused unforeseen difficulties in providing yard space•and on occasions the approach track west ofthe crossing has been occupied by these cars causing the singals to operate. 'With the winter season on hand these sand movements are considerably reduced and we do not expect the approaches to this crossing will be unnecessarily occupied during winter months. Meanwhile we are arranging with the Division Superintendent for some corrective measures." It is recommended that W. Fletcher re -open this matter with Mr.,Fleisher and endeavor.to arrive at a permanent solution to the problem at the Thacker Street crossing. We would like to be informed by these gentlemen if inItheir judgment the time has come to consider the installation of safety gates at this crossing. /s/ S. E. McKay /s/$. E. Wexler /s/ L. E. Martin 1 On motion.by Alderman McKay and seconded by. }rt1n.. the. Council .approved the report. RAND ROAD, -RIVER ROAD AND LEE STREET INTERSECTION. Alderman McKay made the following report: In connection with this subject,'your Streets and Traffic ComMittee-quotes opinion of our City Engineer in connection therewith, dated February 5: "I have reviewed the proposed change in Lee Street and River Road at Rand.Road as per the plans from the State Highway Department dated 1-22-58 and I wish to make the following comments: 1 - From the standpoint of safety and expidition of the flow of traffic the plan is certainly an improvement over the present conditions and over any other suggested revision that I have heard. 2 - I feel that there may be some depreciation of property along the west side of Lee Street, between Harding and Perry, however, this may be only temporary. If conditions are not changed traffic will soon be so heavy and the street will become so clogged with traffic due to the lights at - Rand Road that business along. the road will suffer. The street is not ® heavily improved with business at the present time and if these changes are made now the new building could and would conform to the new traffic. pattern and would probably be far better off in the long run. ‹% 3 - Taking everthing into consideration, safety, flow of traffic, interference with present property and the possible depreciation of some, property, I feel that the increased safety and flow of traffic outweighs the inter- • ference with present properties and the possible depreciation of some property.and I therefore recommend that the plans dated 1/22/58 bet:approved." We understand the representatives of the Eagle -United interests, who desire to locate one of their shopping units in the area involved in the 5 - corner traffic revision, have urged Mr. J. P. Tuthill, District Engineer, Division of Highways, to include in his latest proposed traffic plan dated 1/22/58 provision for a left -turn from Rand Road to permit direct access into the area where their development would be located. We also understand Mr. Tuthill has informed the Eagle -United people he will give further consideration to their proposal, if the City of Des Plaines will approve it. Your Committee recommends that -the Council approve the Division of Highways plan dated January 22, 1958; and it concurs in the opinion of City Engineer, quoted above. Concerning the change requested by Eagle-Uniteds Your Committee recommends that Mr. Tuthill be informed that it is the consensus of this Council that if he and his staff feel the convenience to the public and the benefit to Eagle United justify the change requested, and it is not considered too inconsistent with the overall purpose of the plan to relieve congestion, expedite traffic, and promote safety, then we would not oppose the change. /s/ S. E. McKay /s/ S. E. Wexler /s/ L. E. Martin On motion by Alderman McKay and second by Bell the Council concurred in the report. Alderman Neff not voting due to interests. John Glass, 374 Lee Street was allowed to speak opposing the above project. The Mayor informed Mr. Glass the City Council could not do anything that he must contact the State Highway Department. 1 1 CONTRACT LCT 32 PARK PLACE. Alderman Wexler reported he had a contract for the purchase of lot 32 Park Place for parking lot. The motion was made by Alderman Wexler and seconded by Prickett to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the contract. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman,,Bell, McKay, 004040%mr, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, mss, Neff, Wexler, Martin, and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS. Alderman Wexler presented a resolution regarding the purchase of lots 32,-33-35, that the City condemn the three lots if an agreement can not be reached on price. On motion by Alderman Wexler and second by Figard the Council adopted the resolution. OFF-STREET PARKIN AND LOADING FACILITIES. On motion by Alderman Neff and second by Martin the Council referred the above ordinance to Zoning Board to call a hearing. 5982/17/58 MEYER COAL COMPANY -AGREEMENT: Alderman Wexler presented thelleyerTCoal Company agreement.- - Theniotion was made by Alderman Wexler and seconded by lap that the -Mayer -be authorized to.sign-"the agreement: The motion wDunas made -by Alderman Martin and.seconded by Neff toamend the motion that -the Attorney for the City draft a letter that the contents of paragraph 7 for clarification will specify that it would not relieve Meyer Coal Company from'observingithe'City Ordinanees other -than paragraph 7. The Mayor put the question and the'Clerk called -the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Neff, Dunlap and Martina Nays: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, Glatgihans.Rateike, Wright, %mos, Wexler and Figard. The Mayor declared the motion lost. On motion by Alderman Martin and second by Neff the Council approved to amend the motion that the Attorney asked for a two weeks continuance. The Council then voted to approve the original motion as amended. i.. APPROVAL OF BILIS. Alderman Prickett presented the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES THAT THE FOLLOWING BILLS ARE DUE AND PAYABLE AND THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK BE AND ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO MAKE PAYMENT FOR SAME. Total $24,084.91. (A Copy of resolution placed before each Alderman and on file with the City Clerk.) Ths motion was made by Alderman Prickett and seconded by Figard to adopt the resolution. Alderman Rateike requested the William'Scott bill for $154.20 held out. Alderman Prickett reported of increase of $30.00 in truck price. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with - the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massmen, Bell, McKay, , Rateike, Dunlap, Wright,,sNeff, Wexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared. the motion carried. On motion by Alderman Martin and second by Neff that the matter Of employing a responsible part to take over the City purchasing be referred to the Finance Committee and Mayor. S00 LINE LETTER. The Mayor received a reply to his letter from H. A. Sparks, Superintendent of Soo Line regarding condition of Soo Line Thacker Street crossing that he referred the matter over to the Signal Superintendent for investigation and would advise promptly. ORDINANCE RIVER ROAD, RAND ROAD AND LEE STREET. The Clerk read for second reading the alley -streets variation ordinance. The motion was made by Alderman Bell and seconded by Dunlap to adopt. After discussion the attorney for the owner asked to have the ordinance deferred for two weeks. On motion by Alderman Bell and second by Dunlap the ordinance was tabled. ADOPT ORDINANCE OF ConECTION TOLL ROA. The Clerk read for second reading the.above ordinance. The motion was made by Alderman Prickett:and;seconded;; by Tistle to adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results; Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, , Rateike, dunlap, Wright, ,;Neff, Wexler Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. ADOPT.ORDINANCE VACATING STREETS (TOLL ROAD). The Clerk read for second reading the above ondinande. The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Prickett. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, Ostalishion, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, Bai e, Neff, Wiexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor Declared the motion carried. ADOPT ORDINANCE TO RESTRICT PARKING ON ARDMORE. CORNELL, STRATFORD AND CAMBRIDGE ROADS.The Clerk read for second reading the above ordinance. Themotion was made by Alderman Bell and seconded by McKay to adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put the question.and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, Gsigniain, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, Via, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. ADOPT ORDINANCE ONE-WAY ON A CERTAIN PORTION OF BENNETT PLACE. The Clerk read for second reading the above ordinance. The motion was made by Alderman Bell and seconded by Tistle to adopt the. ordinance. The Mayor put the question and I I 2/17/5699 Clerk.':C aad.,.thS:roll..iiith, �'the follawiiig: rBa�alts:i. �,;Kesi :'31der: aii Prickett, Tistle,-'Mgssman,BeTl;"'McKay,`_ , Rateike .Duma" Wright;'_ Neff,-Wexler, Martin and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared .the motion carried. REZONING ORDINANCE RAND AND WOLF ROADS. The Clerk read for seb nd reading the above ordinance. The motion was made by Alderman Bell and seconded iiy Tistle to adopt the ordinance. On motion by Alderman Dunlap and seconded by McKay the' ordinance was tabled for March 3rd meeting due to absence of Alderman Callaghan. COPT ORDINANCE TO ENTER INTO AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT AND SUPPLEMENTAL ( NEW AGREEMENT. The Clerk read for second reading the above ordinance regarding Howard Street sewer. The motion was made by Alderman Tistle and seconded by Bell to adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Kaman, Bell, McKay, egeigah, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, mss, Neff, Wexler, Martin, and Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. FIRST READING ORDINANCE PARKING ON CERTAIN STREETS. The Clerk read for first reading the above ordinance which is regarding parking at schools. On motion by Alderman Wright and second by Prickett to amend to have no parking on Center Street from Prairie Avenue to Thacker Street from 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. except Saturday, Sundays and holidays was approved. On motion by Alderman - Wright and seconded by Bell to amend no parking on Thacker Street from River Road to Center Street was approved. FIRST READING ORDINANCE RESTRICTING PARKING ON GOLF ROAD, The Clerk read for first reading the above ordinance for 425-435 Golf Road. ' ' FIRST READING IMPROVEMENT OF ORCHARD PLACE AREA }STREET - SPECIAL ASSESSMENT 168. The Clerk read for first reading the above ordinance. ADOPT RESOJUTION REGARDING THE CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN RAILWAY RATE INCREASE. The Clerk presented the above resolution. The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Bell to adopt the resolution. The motion was voted upon be acclamation. REZONING APPLICATION AT MINER STREET AND WESTERN AVENUE. The Clerk presented a rezoning application. On motion by Figard and second by Rateike the application was referred to the Zoning. Board sitting as Commission to call a hearing. ORDINANCE VACATING PART OF ANRERST AVENUE. The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Fornell in which he states that the Council adopted a vacating ordinance in 1956 to vacate a part of Amherst Avenue which was recommended by the Plan Commission. That there were 10 aye votes and the County Recorder claims 11 votes which is 3/4 majority vote is needed. Therefore, they are requesting a new vacation ordinance be adopted. The Clerk then read for first reading the new ordinance. ELECTRICAL COMMISSION LETTER. The Clerk read the following letter: The electrical Commission held their first meeting Thrusday evening, Feb. 13th, with all members present. At that time we made two recommendations hoping to meet with your approval. First.- Fire Chief, Mr. Ray Kolze, accompanied by Chief Electrical Inspector, Mr. Arthur Rieck, to make inspections through the business area and rooming houses for faulty wiring. ' Second - Make available the ELECTRICAL CODE BOOK, which was approved by the City Council. At the present time, the -city does not have these books on hand. We can purchase these books through the City df Chicago, and have them for sale at the city clerk's office. Sincerely yours, ELECTRICAL COMMISSION Mr. Vern Jacks, Secretary The Mayor referred the letter to the Building Control and Inspection Committee. /17/58 Sr. STEPHENS . CHURCH . CARNIVAL: Onvmotion "by -.Alderman • Tistle- 'and Seeend by Ma'ssinan' the Council granted permission to St. Stephen's Church to .hold a carnival July 30 to August 3, 1958. William Levander letter regarding condemnation of property at 1531 Park Place was referred to the Parking Meter Committee. The Clerk read a letter from the United Lutheran Social Mission Society inviting the Council to attend "Ground Breaking Service" for the new'United Luthern Church Home for aged and infirm on Sunday March 2, 1958 at 300 P.M. in Park Ridge Manor. PETTINGER SUBDIVISION PLAT. The Mayor referred the Pettinger Subdivision Plat to the Municipal Development Committee. TheMayor referred a letter from Toll Road Commission tothe License and Inspection Committee regarding advertising devices. At Alderman Neff's request the Mayor referred to the Police Committee about policemen working outside the City in City police uniforms. The Mayor referred a letter from Mr. Ralph on purchase communication equipment to the Fire and Police Committees. BID TO DEMOLISH HOMES TO PROGRESS WRECKING AND LUMBER COMPANY. The motion was made by Alderman Wexler and seconded by Prickett to award the bieto the above company for $1,550.00. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the - roll with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Prickett, Tistle, Massman, Bell, McKay, Gatippon, Rateike, Dunlap, Wright, Xe%, Neff, Wexler, Martin and 'Figard. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Alderman Martin requested for further information on squad car rental. The Alderman furnished the Clerk with a number of items which were referred to the Police Committee. ADJOURNMENT. The motion was made by Alderman Prickett and seconded by Tistle to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation. Otto W. J. Henrich City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, DES PLAINES, HELD IN COUNCIL ROOM, CITY HALL, MARCH 3, 1958 at 8:00 P.M. 1 ' CALL TO ORDER. The meeting called to order by the' City Clerk dueto absence of the Mayor with Alderman Prickett, Massman, Bell, McKay, Callaghan, Rateike, Dunlap, Tures, Wright, Neff, Wexler, Martin and Figard responding to roll call. Alderman Tistle was absent. On motion by Alderman Tures and second by Figard the Council appointed Alderman Prickett, Mayor pro tem.' I APPROVAL OF MINUTES. The motion was made by Alderman Figard and second by Tures to approve the minutes of February 17, 1958. Alderman McKay requested' that his "no" vote on Meyer Coal Company case be recorded in the minutes and Alderman Dunlap requested it be stated that Murray Smith spoke as a private citizen on tree trimming contract. The motion was voted upon by acclamation with corrections made. OFFICIAL REPORTS. The Clerk submitted the repofts of Building Commissioner and City Clerk for February. PETTINGER PLAT APPROVED. Alderman Bell reported the Plan Commission had approved the Pettinger Plat and the Municipal Development Committee recommended the approval. On motion by Alderman'Bell and second by Dunlap the Council approved the Plat. POLICE WORKING OUTSIDE CITY. Alderman Tures reported that the members of the Police Reserve directed by Captain Becker directing traffic;at the request of Mr. Herzog. We find that the only time our regular police work outside the city limits is at the request of Maine Township during football games and i