Minutes-10/08/1975

Notes taken during the regular Tiffin City Council meeting on September 10, 1975. After discussion surrounding the acceptance of Mrs. Miller's resignation as City Treasurer, the Clerk was directed by Council to pay Mrs. Miller from January through September, 1975 for her services. Organizational Reports Streets - Discussion was held on savings that could be made if the City co-operates with Johnson County in street work next year. Council recommends that $1000.00 be committed for this purpose next spring. Parks and Recreation - Glenn Potter reported on progress being made in matching funds for park projects. He is trying to obtain a tractor, money-geared for the City park. The possibility of a lease of public property for park and recreation use was discussed. Mayor will obtain information on this from railroad officials. Environment - Chairwoman Ann Morgan reports that a letter is organized for the "Junk Jammer" to be sent out. Mayor Brotherston reports that the purchase of a new recycling unit done under the auspices of the Johnson County Health Department. Sanitation - Roger Jensen reports that several city streets are being raised by adding extension cuffs. Bob Brown is scheduling a waste water school at a time according to the City of a safe water supply and proper disposal. Results of the solid waste survey were discussed. Jensen, Tom Morgan and Glen Potter serve on a committee survey and will be gathering information from Tiffin residents. The Clerk noted that nomination papers are available at the Clerk's office by 5:00 p.m. next Tuesday, Sept. 23, 1975. No new rules or ordinances discussion was held until legal counsel is present. Police protection and control was discussed. It was noted seemingly, the only recourse is for Citizen to file a report in the Sheriff's office does not appear to respond to all for more control. Council requests that a local volunteer representative be asked to attend the next regular meeting of Council when he makes best further information regarding the employee for police work be obtained and their advice necessary to proceed with such a position. Letters were read from complaints about dogs barking continuously at 341 Southbury Street. The Mayor asked to give advance information of the disturbance and the owner or owners of said dogs, then take further action if problem is not solved within 10 days. Discussion on a local warning system was postponed until regular meeting.