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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSept 28, 1977OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA SEPTEMBER 28, 1977 The Meeting was called to order at 8:06 p.m. Roll Call: Logacz, Heintz, Norberg, Hentges, Nawrocki--present Motion by Logacz, Seconded by Hentges to name Karen DeBruin secretary for the meeting. Roll Call: All Ayes STATEMENT OF PURPOSE OF MEETING Mayor Nawrocki noted that the purpose of this meeting was to serve as a public hearing on the proposed 1978 City Budget and Revenue Sharing expenditures. He was also asking for public comment on the process of hiring a new City Manager for Columbia Heights, or the job descrip- tion relating to this position. He noted that the audience consisted of one citizen and the Sun News- paper reporter. The Mayor pointed out for those who were interested that there were copies of handouts prepared by Staff available which explained the budget as it has been adjusted to date in various work sessions by the Council. He also stated that the Council was not prepared to take final action on the budget, and would adjourn this meeting expeditiously into an informal work session. There would also be an informal session on the budget Thursday, September 29. He asked if there were any questions on the budget. There was no response. He asked if there were any questions or comments on the position of City Manager. Mr. J. Shannon, who lives on 6th Street in Columbia Heights, stated that he would like the Council to consider persons with experience outside of municipal government. Mayor Nawrocki pointed out that Mr. Shannon had submitted an appli- cation for the position. Each member of the Council stated their feelings that applicants without governmental experience would be serioosly considered. There was some discussion on this topic. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned~:20 p.m~/~ ~ Bruce ~. Nawrocki, Mayor Secretary