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1977-03-22 274 Supervisor Brandt-working on reactiviting application for public works grant through the Federal Governmatt for a general storm drainage system. . . Councilman Barber-stated views on Coles Woods Property- not sold on the concept itself, because it would use almost entirely the recreational funds that have been set aside for a number of years and I do not feel I could support the Coles Woods project. Look to future joint ventures with City,develpp sites at a minimum cost. Councilman Olson- wish to reserve comments until actual figures for the project are presented. Councilman Barber-stated two reason fvvr position a. 33 1/3 acee for 175, 000 in my opinion is &: high price b. concerned over mainipnce cost of the property Councilman Olson- statdd that when the figures are available then a public information meeting should be set so the public can put forth their views. . . Mr.. .B.oynton- questioned who was in chagge of the maintance of the landfill Councilman Robertson- The County is . . . Recess- Opened RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AUDIT OF BILLS RESOLUTION NO. 71, Introduced *by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, secon ed by Mr. Michel Brandt RESOLVED, that Audit of Bills list d gn Abstract No. 77-3A. numbered 196 through 288 excluding 331,; an of ing $18;887.05 be accepted and be it further RESOLVED that Audit Number 221 was abstained on by Mr. Michel Brandt and be it further RESOLVED that Audit Numbers 210, 244 and 274 Tres abstained on by Mr. 'Daniel Olson. Duly adopted by bhe following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter , Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully yabritted, Donald A. Chase, Town Clerk r REGULAR MEETING MARCH 22, 1977 MEMBERS PRESENT: Michel Brandt-Supervisor Daniel Olson-Councilman Robert Barber-Councilman ' Frances Walter-Councilman Hammond Robertson-Councilman Joseph Brennan-Town Counsel PRESS: Tri County News, Glens Falls Post Star, WWSC-Radio Station GUESTS: Troup 16 Scouts of America Leaders Mr. Thompson, Mr. Bessier League of Women Voters, Les Baird, Pliney Tucker, MR. Gent, Attorney Newell TBiibi OFFICIALS: George Liapes, Harold Boynton, Thomas Flaherty, Shirley Shenk �f r Meeting Opened: 7: 30 P.M. Salute to the Flag led by Conncilman Robertson. Councilman Wattrr- Welcomed Troup #16 of the Scoutiv of America and Leaders Mr. Bessie and Mr. Thompson- working on Citizenship in the Community Badge. Supervisor Brandt- Welcomed Troup: #16. RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR PURIFICATION MATERIALS FOR THE WATER DEPARTMENT FOR 1977 RESOLUTION NO. 72 Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mrs. Walter: WHEREAS, -Thomas Flaherty, Water Superintendent of the Town of Queensbury has asked the Director of Purchasing to advertise for bids for purification chemicals for 1977, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Director of Purchasing solicit sealed bids for Purification Materials for the Water Department for 1977 and that the following notice be published in the official newspapers of the Town: NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury 'will receive sealed proposals on the following materials for the Water Treatment Plant for the year 1977: 1. Liquid Chlorine, approximately 7 Tons , Specification 77-1 2. Liquid Caustic Soda, approximately 20 dry tons, Specification 77-2. 3. Liquid Alum, approximately 87 dry tons, specification 77-3 A complete copy of the specifications will be available in the office of the Town Clerk. Bids will be received up to 5: 00 P.M. on the 12th day of April, 1977 at the Town Clerk' s Offiee in the ``Queensbury Town Office Building, Bay and Haviland Roads, Glens Falls, New York, 12801. Bids must be submitted in sealed opaque envelopes marked with which , Specification they are bidding on and there shall be submitted with such bid the Certificate of Non-Collusion as required by Section 103D of the General Municipal Law. The Town Board will meet at the Town Office Building at 7: 30 P.M. on the 12th day of April, 1977 at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO SOLICIT SEALED BIDS FOR WATER DEPARTMENT MATERIALS RESOLUTION NO. 73. Introduced by Mrs . Frances Walter kko moved its adoption, seconded by ,Mr. Hammond Robertson: WHEREAS, Thomas Flaherty, Queensbury Water Superintendent has requested that the Town Board solicit sealed bids for Water Department materials to be used for the installation of service lines during 1977, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town of Queensbury solicit sealed bids for the purchase of the above mentioned material and that the following notice be published once in the official Town Newspapers in the following form: NOTICE TO BIDDERS x'76 Notice is hereby given that the Town Board of th.e. Tawfof Oueensbury will receive sealed proposals on materials for the Water Dept. to be used in the installation of service lines during 1977. A complete copy of the specifications will be available in the' Office of the Town Clerk. Bids will be.-received up to 5: 00 P.M. on the 12th day of April 1977 at the Town Clerk' s Office in the Town of queensbury Office Building, Bay dnd Haviladd Roads , Glens Falls, New York. 12801. Bids must be submitted in sealed OPAQUE, envelopes marked "Water Department Materials" bid, and there shill be submitted with such bid a certificate of Non-Collusion as required by Section 103D of the General Munciipal Law and bidder must state approximate date of delivery. The Town Board will meet at the Town Office Building at 7: 30 P.M. on the 12th day of April, 1977 at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None . RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATIONS ISSUANCE OF CONSERVATION LICENSES TO SPORTING GOODS STORES RESOLUTION NO. 74, Introduced by Mr. Robert Barber who moved its adoption, seconded y Mr. aniel Olson: WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Conservation has seen fit to license Sporting Good Stores to sell Conservation licenses and WHEREAS, ENCON has seen to proceed with this licensing even after the County Clerk has turned down their request on several occasions and WHEREAS , the Town, City and County governments stand to lose the issuing fee on each license sold by agents other than these Munitipal Clerks, and WHEREAS, the Town Clerks voiced their disapproval of the use of Sporting Goods Stores as an outlet to sell Conservation licenses at the Association of Town meeting in New York in February of this year, Now, Therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Oueensbury would like to go on record in opposition to the Department of Environmental Conservation licenses to other agents other than the Town, City ar County Clerks, and be it' further RESOLVED, . that the Supervisor be given the authority to present a similar resolution to the Warren County Board of Supervisors and that copies of these resolutions be forwarded to Governor Carey, Assemblyman Gerald Solomon, Assemblyman Andrew Ryan, and Senator Ronald Stafford. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson Noes: Mr. Brandt Absent: None Supervisor Brandt- The only thing I question is that many of the Sporting Goods Stores are open after hours, after normal working hours for the government which is a convenience to the sportsmen. Councilman Barber- The only answer to that is that this Town is very fortunate that we have had a Town Clerk or his assistant that has been readily available at any hour after five o' clock or on Saturday or Sunday particurily around Fishing and Hunting Season to issue thnatags . These has S1"l been various notices- in the Newspaper in the past whereby Don Chase has made leis home readily available for people to come and get licenses. This is a resolution that has come forth as a respit of the good services that our Town Clerk has given in the past and will continue to give and he feels confident that he will continue to give these services and feels that it is an intrusion on his office. Supervisor Brandt- I am not thinking in terms of Don, I know that Don, has done that, there are many, many Towns where that is not available and I personally think that even though: it is a loss of income to the community it is certainly a great convdAence to the sportsmen. Councilman Olson- Don not only sells licenses to residents of the Town of Queensbury but a good share of his business, nights and weekends , Saturday and Suddays are people in other municipllities within Warren County. RESOLUTION OF REAPPOINTMENT RESOLUTION NO. 75 Introduced by Mr. Daniel Ol.son who moved its adoption, se_ y Mr. Michel Brandt : WHEREAS, the--term of Laurier Lavigne of the Recreation Commission has expired, and WHEREAS , Mr. Laurier Lavigne has expressed a desire to remain on the Recreation Commission, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby reappoints Mr. Laurier Lavigne to the Recreation Commission effective immediately and to expire on March 22 , 1982. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Wafter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO AMEND APPROPRIATIONS WITHIN THE WATER DISTRICT RESOLUTION NO. 76 Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Robert Barber: WHEREAS, due to an oversight at the time of the budget preparation, and the attached request from Mr. Flaherty and WHEREAS, it is necessary to allow for the purchase of water from the Village of Hudson Falls, to serve 16 accounts along Warren Street, a common boundary between Hudson Falls and Queensbury, There?ore be it, RESOLVED, to transfer $900, from 8330.440 contractual to 8320.440. Duly adopted by the following vote.: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barbee ,Mrs .• Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None Supervisor Brandt- •submitted the following resolution stating the M reasons that the Junk Yards of Morgan Keith Combs, Robert Sanders i and Pet%Mosher on Pasco Avenue will not be issued license-reaenss �--6ar not giving approval-junk outside fence and fencing not completed. . . Councilman Olson- questidneHethe Building & Zoning Dept. if they gave the applicants a certain amount of time to comply with the Ordinance? Supervisor Brandt- Right now we are licensing certain ones and there is no threat at this point, bra are asking to get into compliance, :in a reosonable time. 278 Councilman Barber- stated that he felt that there should be more than a two months stay because several establishments have extensive fencing to put up. . . RESOLUTION TO ISSUE JUNKYARD LICENSES FOR CALENDAR YEAR LVaa RESOLUTION NO. 77, Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Hammond Robertson: WHEREAS, the following applicants have made application to the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury for the renewal of their Junk Yard Licenses for the year 1977, and said applicant have been accompanied by the proper license fee of $25.00 in accordance with the Queensbury Junk Yark Ordinance as adopted on June 9, 1966. NAME ADDRESS Mandigo' s Auto Parts RD#3 Luzerne Road, Glens Falls,N.Y. Herbert Anderson VanUusen Road, Glens Falls, N.Y. Westside Auto Supply Inc. Corinth Road, Glens Falls, N.Y. Pete Mosher VanDusen Road, Glens: `Mills , N.Y. WHEREAS, the applicants have agreed to comply with all of the provisions of said ordinance, subject to certain conditions theeefore be it RESOLVED, that the renewal of the Junk Yard Licenses of the .above listed applicants for the calendar year 1977, be and the same are hereby approved, RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized and directed to issue said renewal licenses and deposit the fees in the General Fund of the. Town. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO NAME INTERIM CHAIRMAN OF THE OUEENSBURY CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 78 Introduced by Mr.. Robert Barber who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Daniel Olson: WHEREAS, Mr. Peter Tarana has submitted his resignation as 6Eairman of the Queensbury Conservation Advisory. Council, and WHEREAS, the Advisory Council has requested that an interim chairman be named, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Mr. J. David O'Brien of Glen Lake be named interim chairman effective immediately. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: .Mr. Olson, Mr. .Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: NBne Councilman Barber- commented on the fine job that Mr. Peter Tarana has done on environmental issues and noted that he accepted Mr. Tarana' s resignation as Chairman with regret. . . j COMMUNICATIONS; Ltr.Queensbury Central Volunteer Fire Co. , Incc March 14, 1977 To Town Board Members The company is requesting permission from the town board to have two coin drops this year. We would like two dates between June 1 , 1977--Sept, tbv,, l977. 770 The twmpan7r-ia thanking the board members for their cooperation in this request. We will be waiting to hear from you. ' Thanks Again. Sincerely Yours, Robert Dalabe Sec. Supervisor Brandt-They will be hearing from me shortly, the answer is that This Town Board doesn' t sanction coin drops , does not approve of coin drops . They are certainly a hazard, someone could potentially be killed, we do not want to be in the position of encouraging that sott of a situation so if it is done it will be an unsanctioned coip drop. Ltr. Queensbury Central Volunteer Fire Co. , Inc. March 14, 1977 Dear Town Board Members, In keeping our company roster up to date I ask you to add three new members that were voted into membership on Tues. March 8, 1977. Walter Martin Home 793-2763 Ronald Greene 793-2642 James Piper 793-7963 Please delete one member, Stephen Baker 798-1451 Thank you. Sincerely Yours, Robert Dalaba Sec. Ltr. 27 Edgewood Drive Glens Falls, New York 19 March 1977 Queensbury Town Board Town Office Building Bay Road Glens Falls; -New York Dear Board'Members, After much delibration I have decided I will not be able to act as chairman of the Conservation Advisory Council. Recently I was elected president of the New York State Two Year Collgge Chemistry Teathers' Association - that position promises to consume a great deal of -my spare time during the next year. Also, I am currently involved in developer* gn Environmental Chemistry curriculum at A. C.C. - another time consuming task. The Conservation Advisory Council needs a chairman who can devote an enormous amount of time and energy in spearheading the Council' s activities - I cannot meet that responsibility. However, I will be able to continue as an active member of the Council. Indeed, beginning next Fall, I nay be aloe to offer the services of several of my students on projects the Council and Town Board deem appropriate. Their work will partially fulfill their responsibilities in an Environmental Chemistry course I'll be teaching. 280 Finally, I recommend that as soon as possible you appoint a willing and able chairman for our Council. Sincerely, /s/ Peter D. Tarana RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION RESOLUSIfi BB. 79,_ Introduced by Mr. Robert Barber kho moved for its adoption, seconded by Mr. DAniel Olson: RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Queensbury wishes to express their appreciation to Mr. Peter Tarana for his devotion and his expertise that he has brought to the Conservation Advisory Council. 1 w-Y Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs . Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt -� Noes: None Absettt<: None Supervisor Brandt-commended Mr. Tarana for his dedication to the Advisory Council. Ltr. .Carl Garb-regar.ding No Parking Signs on Alexy Road. Councilman Robertson- requested that the matter be taken up by the Highway Committee. . . Ltr. March 21, 1977 To Whom it may concern: The Wett Glens Falls Emergency Squad would 11E1:e permission to have a coin drop at Exit 20, Gurney Lane and Main and Richardson Streett, West Glens Falls on the following Saturdays From 8: 00 AM to 4: 30 PM: May 28th, July 2nd. and September 3rd. , 1977. Sincerely yours, /s/ James P. Webb, Jr. Captain West Glens Falls Emergency Squad Supervisor Brandt- commented that the Town Beard will not sanction coin 3rops . Councilman Olson- noted that there have been complaints in regard to coin drops, it is a vary --- dangerous thing at our intersections. . . Ltr. - Robert J. Nolan-Colonial Cablevision, Inc. - requesting a public hearing in regard to rate increases- Mr. Nolan- stated that he will place the ad in the newspaper. . . RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING COLONIAL CABLEVISION INS. RATES`'" RESOLUTION NO. 80 Introduced by Mr. Hammond Robertson who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Michel Brandt: WHEREAS, Colonial Bablevision, Inc. has been franchised by the Town of Queensbury to install and operate a community television antenna system in the Town of Queensbury which said franchise provided for a guarantee of installation charges and rates to customers, and WHEREAS the franchise has notified said Town that prevailing economic conditions impair the continuance of such service at the guaranteed charges and rates prescribed and have requested an opportunity to be heard in respect thereof, and , WHEREAS Town Law, Section 100 requires a public hearing on amendments of ordinances , rules and regulations , NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing on the proposed change of guaranteed rates and charges of COLONIAL CABLEVISION, INC. , be held April 12 , 1977 at 7: 30 P.M. and that Mr. Robert Nolan will give notice of- such hearing by publication thereof in the official town newspppers once at least 10 days prior to the date specified for such hearing, specifying the time when and the place where such hearing will be held and in general terms describing the proposed change. Public hearing to consider the amendment of the contract between COLONIAL CABLEVISIONS, INC.. and the Town of Queensbury in respect to guaranteed maximum installation charges and rates to customers in the Town of Olueensbury. - i Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Oleen, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes : None Absent: None Councilman Watter-The Town Board is taking under consideration the expansion of the Zonigg Board by two members . . .wish to accept applications for the proposed positions. . . . Councilman Barber- we will defer the resolution until the next meeting. . . ANNOUNCEMENT Donald A. Chase, Town Clerk of the Town of Queensbury, has announced that his office will be opened on the following Saturdays: April 2nd. 1977 April 16th.1977 (Closed April 9th due to Easter) April 23rd. 1977 April 30th. 1977 from 9 to 12 A.M. , for those wishing to purchase fishing licenses. Licenses will also be available at the Town Clerk' s home, 225 Fifth Street Ext. Glens Falls , New York during the evening hours and on weekends. Councilman Robertson-Called two matters to the attention of the Tenn Board- 1. questioned if the Water Dept. can meet the Water Sales projections. . .we can not afford to run a deficit. . . 2. reported to the Board that he was not encouraged with the negotiations regarding the combined bolice Dispatcher-Water Treatment Operators Councilman Barber- I will not as one member of this Town Board see a tax increase to offset the deficit in the Water Dept. this year, we will have to work within the frame of the Water Dept. to bring it within control without having a tax increase. Supervisor Brandt- announced a workshop session after the audit . . . Councilman Robertson- requested that the Board hold an executive 'session in regard to the personnel problems Supervisor Brandt- An executive Session will be held after the Audit. . . i OPEN FORUM: Mr. Bodenweiser- requested the Board look at the water taxes . . . commented on the increase': that he has faced in the past year. . . Supervisor Brandt- I am not prone to raising rates or taxes the next thing is to look at what economies can be found . . . Mr. Bodenweiser- questioned why the Town was buying water from Hudson Falls? Thomas Flaherty, Water Supertindent- explained the history of water being purchased from Hudson Falls. 282 Mr. Daniel Sweet-Asked the Town Board to designate areas to have coin drops. . . .also voiced. his disapproval of the possible purchase of Coles Woods. . . Des Baird- Are you saying that the Fire Companies can have the coin drops but the Town Board will not back us? Councilman Olson-We are telling you that we are not giving you permission, you are asking us for a certain day to be set aside and we are not taking any action on it. . Councilman Barber- commented on the number of orgai*eations that have coin drops and the numerous complaints that have been issued. . . we are not saying you can' t, but the intersections that you have your coin drops I 1 are State intersections and we do not have any juriddiction. Les Baird- Last year you, asked us to. send letters to give us, permission to do such. . . Councilman Barber- suggested that the committees and Town meet with counsel acid find out what can be done. Les Baird- questioned the junk yard ordinance and the time compliance Councilman Robertson- noted that Mr. Mosher, has had nine years to comply but it was not the intention to put the man out of business — the Town . Board should take action and decide the length of time for compliance. . . Attorney Ron Newell- again commented on Mr. Mosher' s Junk Yard on Pasco Avenue. . .commented on the General Municipal Law stating sections where a Town Board can be flexible requested that he meet with Town Counsel and discuss the issues. . . Supervisor Brandt-Right now there is an ordinance on the books and there has to be compliance with that ordinance or we should change the ordinance, if there are valid grounds for it I am certainly willing to link at that. Councilman Olson- In the period of time from now until we resolve it your client should make every effort that he can to put up as much fence as possible. Attorney Ron Newell- I think that is a substantial investment which may be mandated by the Board but all I would like is an opportunity to hsfng to your attention the different rules and regulations that bring; themselves to this situation. Pliney Tucker- If there are changes to be made in the Ordinance will there be a public hearing? Supervisor Brandt- Yes. Daniel Gealt- questioned by the County Board of Supervisors meet during the day and not at night? Supervisor Brandt- It has been tradition to hold them in the day. . . Les Baird- questioned df the Sups-. 06 nrel has checked into the discrimination in the years of trailers. . . Town Counsel- commented on the various law,*oting there is no problem suggested that the Board meet .agd discuss the ambiguity in the Zoning Ordinanee in regard to the Building & Zoning Dept. investigating mobile _ homes indMobile HBme Courts. . . RESOLUTION TO DISAPPROVE AUDIT BILLS _.. RESOLUTION NO. 81, .Introduced by Mr. Robert Barber who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Michel Brandt, RESOLVED, that Audit .billsA300, 30 2, 303, 304, 305, from Cool Insurance Agency be disapproved and tooling 69,858.00 dollars and be it further RESOLVED, that the bills were disapprove4Aue to lack of explanation of increase. DULY ADOPTED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE; Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None RESOLUTION TO APPROVE')AUDIT OF BILLS RESOLUTION NO. 82, Introduced by Mr. Michel Brandt who moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Hammond Robertson: RESOLVED, that Audit of Bills as listed on Abstract No. 77-3C numbered 301, 306, 307, 308 and totaling $1,251.26 be accepted and be it further RESOLVED, that Audit Numbers as listed on REsolution number 81 weee disapproved. Duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Mr. Olson, Mr. Barber, Mrs. Walter, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Brandt Noes: None Absent: None On motion the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully Vubmitted, Donald A. Chase Town Clerk SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 29, 1977 MEMBERS PRESENT: Michel Brandt-Supervisor Daniel Olson-Councilman Robert Barber-Councilman Frances Walter-Councilman Hammond Robertson-Councilman PRESS: Tri County News, WWSK Glens Falls Post Star TOWN OFFICIALS: Shirley Shenk Meeting Opendd 7: 15 P.M. Saluteeto the Flag led by Supervisor Brandt Discussion regarling Acting Police Chief Councilman Barber- commented on background information-It was determined late today that the capacity of lieutenant or acting lieutenant in the eyes of the Civil Service would be creating a new function in the Town of Queensbury, and therefore a new position wo$ild have to be created by Civil Service which would mean competitive examination which all our person- nel would be available for. Due to the fact that Mr. Judkins was hired as a Chief executive officer of the Police Dept. as to whether his capacity is Super Sargeant, Lieutenant, 6aptain, acting Chief or what ever the fact of the matter is that he is the administrative officer of that department, it is in Gil Schlierer capacity in his absence Acting Chief and this is j the only way by Civil Service will acknowledge the fact that, that position is an appointed position rather than creating a new position within our department. . .It was the intent of the board to fill the gap in the absence of Gil Schlierer and put some orgaILAzation in the Police Dept. . . the only way and method in which the Civil Service will accept the capacity of Mr. Judkins is acting, chief without anew position. I do not think in our budget next year or the following year thereafter you will want to have a interim step between Sargeant and Chief of Police. Councilman Olson- Where do we stand with Civil Service on the position of Acting Chief now? Supervisor Brandt- Civil Service tells us there is no problem.