Minutes-02/05/1975

The regular meeting of the Tiffin City Council was held February 5, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Tiffin City Hall. Mayor Brotherton presiding. Members present: Beverly Birtcher, Bill Bream, Roger Janssen, Glenn Potter, Judy Smith. Also present: Attorney Neuzil, and Ray Scheetz, owner of the Clear Creek Mobile Home Park. Mayor Brotherton reported to the Council that Roto-Rooter recommended waiting till Spring thaw to do the work on the tile causing water problems on the south edge of Town. The Clerk was authorized to comply with bonding attorneys Chapman-Cutler and deliver bonds and final papers to the Carleton D. Beh Company. Glenn Potter made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 8, 1975 meeting. Roger Janssen seconded. Motion carried by roll call vote. A correction was made to the fact that Glenn Potter rather then Bill Bream is chairman of the truck committee. Bill Bream made a motion to accept the Treasures report. Glenn Potter seconded. Motion carried by roll call vote. Bill Bream made a motion to invest $3500 of water fund money for 90 days, Roger Janssen seconded. Motion carried by roll call vote. It was also decided to reinvest for 90 days $540.30 of Federal Revenue Sharing funds along with $406 which was received in Jan. In the General fund $2114.69 is to be reinvested for 90 days. Glenn Potter reported on various possibilities for a truck the City wishes to purchase. It was decided to wait decision until the committee draws up specifications and request bids for the March meeting. Bill Bream reported that there is no work to be done on the streets at this time, but in the Spring the rock would need to be redistributed more evenly. Glenn Potter reported on the possibility of an ice skating rink. Attorney Neuzil advised the Council the Town would be liable in case of an accident. No further action was planned at this time. Beverly Birtcher informed the Council on estimates for mosquito control she had received. A letter from Clark Spraying was read reporting on the work they had done in 1974 and requesting payment. Discussion followed on paying this bill since a contract had been signed. Ray Scheetz reported to the Council on the number of units he has in his mobile home court. He was requested to report to the Clerk when new units are added.