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I I I City of New Brighton September 13, 1983 Page Eight Councilmember Schmidt stated that those who are already retired should work out the wrinkles with the Firemen's Relief Association members to see if there is another solution. Jack Chock, 591 Driftwood Rd., stated he was a vital part of building this pension and that the F.R.A~ had managed the money well and have a good, sound fund. He further stated that he had been trying to negotiate this and that the retirees had gone back with a counter proposal but it was turned down. He stated that 100 percent of the retirees were against the proposals brought before the Council. Motion by Benke, seconded by Blomquist to defer action and request additional actuary information to be specified by staff. Mr. Dan Freeman, 1478 Seventh Avenue, Treasurer of the Relief Association stated that he, along with the other members of the Association felt that the proposals were a good idea. 5 Ayes - 0 Nayes - motion carried Motion by Janecek, seconded by Schmidt to authorize payment of $3,486 from the 1983 ClP to Laughlin Electric for electrical work at Hansen Park. Electrical Work Hansen Park Report #83-232 5 Ayes - 0 Nayes - motion carried The Director of Park and Recreation reviewed the staff report. Rental of Bright- wood Hills Club- house Report #83-233 Councilmember Blomquist stated that a policy should be set up so that the staff can make their own decisions on issues such as this. Councilmember Benke stated he felt if there was a way the City could use the facility and turn it into a revenue making venture, it should be explored, and that the staff and Park Board should consider what controls there should be and what prices should be charged. Motion by Harcus, seconded by Janecek to grant permission to rent the Clubhouse to the individuals memtioned in the report and to further direct staff to develop policy on the leasing of the facility. 5 Ayes - 0 Nayes - motion carried