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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1943 City Council Minutes 74 Regular l~eetlng Jan. 4, 1943. The Common Council of the Town of Sewarn, Alaska convened i regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call show d all present except Mayor Osbo. Mr. Joe Doshen acting as Mayor pro em. The readlng of the minutew of the last regular session were approved without question. l~ A letter was read from the Seward School Board asking for the sum of $2500.00 as our share of tpe School Budget. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Cooper that this amount be grRnt d Motion carried on roll call. The City payroll iin the amount of $1221.83 was brought up for approval. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Benson that the payroll be paid as read. Motion carried. The City has now quite a bit of equipment for fire fighting and the question was brought up about marking our hose for indent- ification so that it would not get mixed up with the Army OD Eng- ineers. Mr. Doshen promised to take care of this matter. Seward Electric System monthly payroll in the Amount of $1576.68 read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Leire ann ~econded by Mr. Cooper that the payroll be paid as read. Motion carried. City of Seward monthly bills in the amount of $328.37 read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Leirer that bills be paid. Motion earried. Seward Electric System monthly bills in the amount of $1499 78 read for approval. Motion made by Mr'. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Moser that bills be paid. Motion carried. The question of having the Seward Electric System take a in ventory of the Plant came up for discussion. It was decided to lea e this matter to the Light Committee. Quite a discussion followed about having the Seward Electri System books audited. No auditor available at present. The Council asked the Clerk if he could bring the books up to date. The Clerk promised to have answer at Jan. 6th. meeting. Ther being no furtper business, the meeting adjurned until Wednesday Jan. 6, 1943. l r L Municipal Clerk /~ -',~ I I 1 \J I 7,...' ;.-- . ",J Adjurned Meeting January 11, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alas\ta. eonvened in regular session of a last adjurned meeting of January. 4~ht ,1,94~ in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll Call showed al pr~l?ent, . except Mr. Leirer. Mrs. Betsy Knight of the Seward Light and Poweri~~s present Mrs. Knight was present to make the City an offer "for the,Sew-ar-d Electric System if they would show a report showing the financial statement. She also said that she would have to deal wi~~~he R P C if the people of Seward voted to sell~ The present ~E!s!~for the Seward Light and Power would not remAin the same as ~lj~i~a1uel is going up every day. Mr. L. V. Ray was also present and said he was: wai:l1ing ,repl from Mr. Tony Dimond about the status of the Seward Light ~ Power. n out and out grant was out of the question at this time. A sugg- estion was made that Hr. Ray wire Tony Dimond regardingt the Status of the Seward L& P. A motion was made by Mr. Joe Doshen and seconded by Mr. Paul steiner that we accept Mr. Ed. Manthey as Pire and Police Chief ~otion carried on roll call. Mr. Manthey was then duly sworn in. Therer being no further business, the meeting was adjurned. Municipal Clerk J41's. Knight was present and deolared *hat she 41d not make offer to puroha~e Seward Electrio 8.fsJtem. This error in aboTe minutes OX'd b7 Oouno1l. Regular Meeting Januar7 18, 1948 the OOllmon C01Ule1l of the TOWl'l of Snard,' ~laBk8. convened" n regular 8eS8ion in the Counoil Chamber8 at 8:00 P.M. Roll call ho.ed all present exoept Kr. Leirer aDd Joe Doshen. .' () . The minutes of the last regular meeting with the followin, orreotion: ~s. Knight w,s present and deolared that she did not e offer to purohase Seward !Ueotrio S7stem" . Otherwise the min- t" were Ok'd. A letter was read from the Aoting Governor ( B . L. B.rtlet ) onoernil1l the Pre 8i dent '8 Ball. This matter was turned 'Over to a omm1ttee comp08ed of Mr. Benson and Joe Doshen. An applioation for a liquor lioense for R. M. Brown was rea or approval. 1I0tion was made b7 1Ir. K08er aDd seconded b7 lIr. Ooop r hat tho application be approved. Kotion oarried on Roll Call. ", 01t7 of Seward month17 b1118 in the amount of .''1.69 was re d. otion made b7ar. Pau18te1ner and seoondod b7 lIr. Oooper that bill e paid. aotion oarried on roll oall. ar. ROB8 IitaDn maie applioation to lease 014 fire chemical ruok for u.e at hi8 oount17 home. )lotion made "7 ar. Ben80D and e.onded b7 ar. Cooper tpat the fire ohemioal be lea8e4 to ar. KaDn or .100.00 per 7ear pa,.ble in advance and have him give bond for he return of equipment. )(otion carried. Disoussion followed on fire hoee. !he Oit7 .eems to be .ell ~plied with fire fighting equipment. 76 The Fire Department made a request to raise the membership od the Volenteer Fire Department from 20 to 30 members. They 81so requested a certain sum every time the Booster Tank was turned on. A motion was made by Mr. Moser and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner to approve the increase in membership and to also pay firemen $l~O each whenever Booster Tenk is tmrned on. Motion carried on roll ca 1. The Clerk was instructed to notify the Fire Chief. Mrs. Knight would also like list of members for telephone operators convenience. Mr. Ray was also present and said that he hoped to have something new on the Highway between Seward and Anchorage at the next meeting. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Cooper that we 8d~urn. Motion carried. ~ Municipal Glerk Regular meeting Feb. 1, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska comvened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call all present except Mr. Joe Doshen. Them minutes of the last meeting w~re read for approval. They were approved as read. Telegram read from Joseph Kehoe, who was in Juneau that memorial for extension of highway will be introduced. A bid for lot 27 block 4 of the City for the sum of $25.00 was read from Martin Lanning. Motion made by Mr. Benson and se- conded by Mr. l,eirer that the bid be accepted. Motion carried. City of, Seward bills in the ampunt of $1241.48 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiber and seconded by Mr. Leirer that bills be paid. Motion carried. Seward Electric Sjstem payroll in the amount of '$1397/52 read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and secpnded by Mr. Benson that bills be paid. Motion carried. Mb" T. W. Hawkins made comulaint of Bus in front of his store was a nuisanc~. Clerk told to' notify, the City Police. A gen- eral discussion followed mn the conditions of the streets. . A proposal was brought ~p about donating a cer~ain sum to the Polaris and Radio Station WOVY for past favors. A motion made by'Mr. Benson and seconded by' Mr. Leirer that the sum of $50.00 be donated to the Chaplains fund to be divided equally between the Polaris and Station WGVY. The Clerk also to write a letter of appreciation to the poth place. Motion carried. The committee reported on Presidents Ball. Thej propose that the Ameri~an Legion or the Ypung Womens Clab take care of this.. After discussion, proposed that the Democratic, party try to sponser same. Their being no further business. th'e roeeting arijurned. ---, I ' I ';> .;';~ ' Municipal Clerk . ',,- 7P""'1 , t Regular Meeting Febuary 15, 1943 I The C:Jmmon Council of thB Town of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session in the Oouncil Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call showed all present except l.;r. 110ser. The application of Leo D0uglas came up for discusston about approval for Oocktail Bar. Moti0n made by Mr. Doshen and seconded by Mr. Benson that the application be approved. Motion carried. City of Seward monthly bills in the amount of $357.98 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Benson and secobded by Mr. Paulsteiner that bills be approved. Motion carried. The bill of tpe Seward Water Supply for water service was re- ferred to the Fire Protection Committee. Seward Electric System hills in the amount of $750.57 were rea for approval. Motion ~ade by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Leirer that bills be approved. Motion carried. A bill was read from Mr. E. D. Webb for ir.surence on the Sewar Electric System for $198. 06. Motion made by Mr. Doshen and seconde by Mr. Bens0n that the above btll he paid. Motion ca~ripd. A proposal was made that an audit be made of tpe Seward Electr c System by t~r. Hair. His bill would amount to $25.00 a day and expen es His o6fer was made in the form of a motion h~r 11r. Doshen and F>econd d by Mr. Paulsteiner that his offer be accepted. Motion carried. City Clerk was instructed to notify Mr. Hair. ,I ~ considerable discussion followed on the water system and rem idies for same. A cooperative system between the Arm~, U S Engineer and the Alaska Railroad and the City seemed the best plan. No further business appearing, the meeting-was adjubned. MunicipAl Clerk * * . * * * ~ * * * * Ree;ular Meeting March 1, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward. Alaska convened in re~ular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 o'clock P. M. Roll call showed all members present excf'ut Mr:"Pau1steiner who came in later. I A letter from the Committee for ~~e Presinents's Ball was read which reuortad a net halanc of $318.00. A motion was made by Mr. Benson, seconded by Mr. Cooper that the Committee he given a letter of appreciAtion from the M"'iyor FInd Conncll. M t. . d U o Ion carr] e . ",ayor instructed thRt the Clerk wri te 8 letter to each member of the ~oromittee and to Mr. Baker and the School Board, congratulating them and thanking them for their part in maRinE the ball a success. .' The ~~estion having ariRP- .C to whether the City and the Seward Elec~ric System are liable for Social Securi~y A motion was made by Mr. Benson, secol!ded by Mr. Doshen that the Cit~r Attorney report on the ~uestlon at the next meeting. Motion carried. . 78 Repular Meeting March I, ]943 A letter from Helen Brosius WAS read protesting against the opening of a liquor store and cocktail b~r in the Hofman House across the street from the Brosius ApBrtments. After discussion' the Mayor appointed the Law and Ordinance Committee Mr. Moser and Mr. Cooper to report on the matter , . The report of the Fire Chief on the Hydrants not being specific, the Mayor appointed Mr. Doshen to check on the number of hydrants in actual use. -,- Payroll checks were"held up until the matter of Social Security is settled. I 'The mayor reported stora~e of emergencp rations in the school house with the exception of-hams and bacons which are stored in the shed ba~k o~ Council Rooms. Clerk was instructed to write letters to Tony Parich, Chas. Teck- l~hburg an~ John Matich requesting them to put a fence around the burned ~rea at the foot of Fourth Ave. - , No further business appearing meeting was adjourned. Municipal Clerk Regular Meet1ng March 5, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in in regul~r session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PN. Roll call showed all preseat except John Paul steiner and Frank Cooper. This meetiqg is a continuation of the last regular meeting. The minutes of the last regular meeting approved as read. This meeting also called to have decision made on whether the City and Light Plant had to pay social security. It was the dec- ision of Mr. Ray that we did not have to pay. Tony' Parich's application to open a liquor establishment in the Hofman House.came up for discussion. The Committee had no re- port to make. Motion made by Mr. Doshen and seconded by Mr. Leirer that application be accepted. Motion carried. Considerable discussion followed on the payment of the S.ward .ate~ Supply bill for January. Mr. Ray advised that unless we had proof that fire hrydrants were out of order, we were liable for tht bill. Mr. Joe Do.nen Baid that he discovered that 23 hydrants were in use. Motion made by Mr. Leirer and seconded by Mr. Benson that January water bill be paid and hold out for Febuary bill. Roll call showed all vot*d AlE. Seward Electric System bills in the amount of $1452.27 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Benson and s~conded by Mr. Leirer that bills be paid. Roll call showed all voted AYE. A letter was read from the Auditor, Mr. Hair, that the keep- ing of the books of the Seward Electric System be delegated to one person at a salary of not less than $150.00 per month. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Leirer that Mrs. Malloy be so delegated and paid $150.00 per month. Motion carried unanimously. City of Seward bills in the amount of $1337.43 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Leirer that bills be paid. Motion carried, all voting AYE. A letter was read from the Good News Bay Mining Co., at Plat inum to Mr. lee Stewart of the Seward Electric System offering hi~ I r f . ~ 1( :I " :l 7Q . ~, a job a8 deisel operator at a salary of $11.17 a day net. What can- aideration in salary wa~ld induce Mr. Stewart to, stay. Discussion fpllowed that we cauld not raise Mr. Stewart's salary unless we raised the others also,. After considerable discussian, a motion was made by Mr. Doshen and seconded by Mr. Bensan that Mr. Bron- sen be paid $XIK $375.00 per month, Mr. Lee Stewart be paid $325.00 Mr. Pitcher be paid $300.00 and Mr. Clay tan be paid $300.00. The pay to be paid fram March first. RaIl call shawed all voted AYE. The Clerk called the Council's attention to the fact that electian was soon due. That we had to elect A Mayor. thre Cauncil- men far twO, years, one Councilman for one year, one member of the Schaal board for three years and one member of the Schaol board for one year. ,The Clerk was instructed to contact several persans for the Election Soard and also past notice of Registration and Election. There being no further business, the meeting was adjurned upan praper motion by Mr. Doshen and Mr. Maser. Municipal Clerk. Regular Meeting March 15, 1943 The Cammon Cauncil af the Town of Seward convened in regular sessian in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Rall call shawed all resent except Mr. Al Maser. The minutes af the last regular meeting were read and approve ithout abjectian. A letter was read fram the Health Council at Juneau request- ing help far the co~ng year in the amount of $300.00. This was abled. Another letter was read from Mr. Durkee af the Federal Warks gency abaut the bew pumper truck due soon. His letter also, request ed that the City take out ebough fire insurance to cover the cost nd also' have the policy payable to the Federal Works Agency. Mot- ion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Coaper that such ins- ranee be abtained. Motion carried. Anather matian made by Mr. Bensan and seconded by Mr. Leirer hat the necessary insurance be obtained for the City Fire Truck nd Dump Truck. Motion carried. Mayor Osbo spake of the necessity of having the reserve food upplies in the School Basement blocked off for safety measure. he Army agreed to, help in the carpenter work. Mayar Osbo spoke of he'need af two by fours and other lumber in this matter. Matian \IlK ade by Mr. Cooper and secanded by Mr. Benson that the lumber need- d be purchased for this project. Motion ssrried. Mrs. Knight of the Seward Light and Power was present and of the need of having the gravel removed from around the ight plant, the Army agreeing to, remaving the same. Mrs. Knight as given whole hearty approval by all present. -' Seward Electric System manthly bills in the amaunt af 2230.35 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Benson and se- conded by Mr. Caoper that bills be'paid as read. Motion carri~d. City af Seward, Alaska monthly bills in the amount of $4931. were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded Mr. Benson that bille be paid. Motion carried.' Mr. Hair. the auditar for the Seward Electric System was pre- sent and s~oke of the need of cutting out of the accounts the mount of '253.00 that was charged an the boaks aga1nst Mr. Bronson; r s\) I 1-====- I The agreement was that if Mr. Brosnson KIK staid a year that this amount would be absorbed. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the amount of $253.00 be charged against labor. Motion carried. The Clerk was instructed to call the Anchorage Times sure that the Ballots would be printed in time. As there was no further business appearing, the proper moti n was made to adJurn. Municipal Clerk Special Meeting March 19, 1943 This meeting .was called to order for the purpose of approvi g power line along Fifth Avenue for the U. S. Engineers. As a quo ram was present and all voted AYE upon proper motio his was approved. Col. Ohlson and J. T. Cunningham of the Alaska Railroad wer resent to disCijss the fire protection situation. The City's share f the project would be about $8000.00. After discussion on th.s tter, the Mayor spoke of certain changes that would make the City s hare about $SOOO.OO. All the Coulcilmen agrred on the changes and eartily approve of the project. It was also agraed that The Alaska ailroad would be given the use of the Pumper Truck. The Alaska Railroad was to be given notice that the, would e absolved from all blaim in case of accident. Further that the roper insurance be secured. Col. Johnson was to be notified of this meeting There being no further business, the meeting was adJurned. 14unicipal Clerk Regular Meeting April 5, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call showed all present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. An offer was read for Lot 27 Block 5, Laubner Addition for $50.00. 14otionmade by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Benson that the offer be accepted. Motion carried. Another bid was read for Lot 35 Block 15 City for $100.00 by Mr. Chester Casey. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Leirer that this be tabled. Motion carried. The American Red Cross asked for a donation. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Doshen to give them $100.00 Motion carried unanimously. ' A letter was read from the Health Department at Juneau. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Doshen that this be tabled. Motion carried on roll call. The next matter to come before this august body was the written resignation of Councilman Joe Doshen. next ~age please "- ------------ I 80 b r- The amo by Mot sur waf in sh fc tb by by b) Me Me tE \ 80A RESOLUTION NO. 2 - 43 WHERBAS in accordance with the laws of the Territory of Alaskal the ordinances of the City of Seward, Alaska, and the forms nd notices of election duly given and issued, that a Municipal I Election was held in the Town Hall in the said City on the 6th. ay of April 1948; and WHEREAS: In accordance with the duly prepared and correct ertificates filed with Harold Painter, Municipal Clerk by the f.fflcers of said election. the following named persons received he exact number of votes placed after their respective names for ffices as hereinafter set forth, to wit: Por Mayor: Thorwald Osbo d IS I ~~~ f! For Councilmen: 2 year term Thos. L. Erdmann Gus Manthey B. L. Stanton George B. Moody Charles M. Evans Pred W. Stilwell /L(. Y71 17D f'/ I LJ /7Y For Councilman: 1 year term Frank Cooper If. r Henry r.eirer, Sr. /.3C( For Member School Board 3 year term Inna Shea ~ I -1 2-- ~~~~ter 17 !' For Member School Bo rd 1 year term r~,' L. C. Wright /.2.1 . Kathe~er /'10 Lt. I EREAS: The returns of said election were duly and properly can- .ssed by the Common Council of the Town of Seward, on April 7, 19. ow, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN P SEWARD, ALASKA, that in accordance-with the wishes of the VOTERS f said town, as set forth by the results of said election, the I ollowing named persons, having received the highest number of i otes tor their respective offices: I Thorwa1d Osbo I Councilmen 2 year term: Thos. L. Erdmann, B. L. Stanton and I Pred W. Stilwell Councilman 1 year term; Frank Cooper School Board 3 year term; Ray G. Banister School Board 1 year term: Katherine Rager gat they are hereby elected to the offices of the Town of Seward, laaka for which they declared their candidacy. . Bsed unanimously by the COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SEWARD, LASKA, on this 7th. day of April 1943. n due Motion, the meeting was adjurned at .:30 PM , I WI " ' "'-- -------,-- -.;n- -~_...."'~;&.-lIIQ;";tJ, V-VV U\JQIJ,OJ..&. ,lIVAV ~~v .l-'~OQ;g-Q -.l 0..;: . ....... (~ ~ , . J, Motion made by Mr. Leirer and seconded by Mr. Cooper that his res- ignation be accetped. Roll call showed all voted AYE. A letter was read from Mr. Ray C. Hair stating he would audit the City Books for $250.00 more or less. Motion made by Mr. Benson and seconded by Mr. Cooper that we call for an audit of the City Books by bids, reserving the right to reject any or all bide. Roll call showed all voted AYE. City monthly salaries IlK in the amount of $1448.76 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Benson that these salaries be paid. Motion carried. Seward Electric System monthly payroll of $1758.85 came up for approval. Motion made by Mr. Leirer and seconded by Mr. Moser that bills be paid. Motion carried. Mr. Mayor Osbo asked Mr. Ray if the raise in pay voted the employees of the Light Plant conflicted with the freezing of salaries. Mr. Ray referred him to Mr. Rupert Emerson, Regional Director of the OPA Board, Seattle. Bills in the amount of $4850.14 against the Seward Electri System came up for approval. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and aeconded by Mr. Benson that bills be paid. Motion varried on roll call. City bills in the amount of $344.39 were read. Upon mot- ion of Mr. Moser and second of Mr. Cooper, roll call showed all voted AYE. I The balance of Mr. Hairs bill for audit of $396.50 was rea. The proper motion was made by Mr. Moser and Mr. Leirer that this bill be paid. Roll call showed all voted AYE. The Chamber of Commerce asked that the City of Seward take out a membership card. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Leirer that we give the Chamber of Commerce the amount of $25.0 Motion carried on roll call. Mr. Ray read a resume of his work as City Attorney for the past year. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Moser that Mr. Ray be given a vote of thanks. Motion carried. The attention of the Councilmen was directed to the fact that would hold a Special Meeting on April 7, 1943 at t 4:00 PM to canvass the votes. Mr. Osbo wished to thank Mr. Ericson for the work he did in helping on the foof supplies. Mr. Benson wished to thank the Council for their membershi card. Proper motion made to adjurn. I Municipal Clerk 82 Special Meeting April 7, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convene in special session this date at 4:00 PM by special call to convass the ballots and votes cast at the Municipal Election for the Town of Seward on April 6, 1943. Cooper. Present were Councilmen Moser, Paulsteiner, Doshen and After examination of the ballots cast and the comparison of the votes counted and a complete recheck of all the challenge votes, and a thorough inspection of the records and data and cert- ificates presented to the Municipal Clerk by the Election Board at the close of the day preceding, the following resolution was presented: TO WIT RESOLUTION NO. 2-43 -j " -r l ~ R.-.' ~ . ~ Special Meeting April 10, 1943 I The Common Council of the Town of Saward, Alaska convened in Special session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. The Roll Call showed all present. There being no communications, The City of Seward bills in the amount of $527.51 were read for approval. Proper motion was made by Mr. Doshen and Mr. Leirer that bills be paid. Roll call showed all present voted AYE. Mr. Osbo took this oppurtunity to thank the old Council members for their loyalty and cooperation. They were also given a hearty vote of thanks. ~ ~.~~old Councilmen then retired. ~ The new Councilmen, Mr. Thos L. Erdmann, Mr. B. L. Stanto and Mr. Pred W. Stilwell were then sworn in by Mr. L. V. Ray. The oaths of office were then filed with the City Clerk. Roll call showed all present. The first matter to come before the new Council was the claim of the Seward School Board for their last quota of the City' share of the School Budget.amounting to $3476.20. This ~tter tabled until next meeting. The bids for auditing the City's books were to be posted to be opened at 4:00 PM April 19, 1943. Mayor Osbo appointed a special committee of the School Board composed of Mr. Prank Cooper, chairman with Mr. Stilwell. Another special Pire Committee was composed of Mr. Moser and Mr. Erdmann. The special committee for, the Health & Police was comp8se of Mr. Paulsteiner and Mr. Stantoh. -I Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Stanton the employment of the present employees be .xtended until such as their successors were appointed. Roll call showed all voted Discussion follewed on what pay to pay the newly appointe officers for the following year. Some of the Councilmen hoped to get back Mr. Van Kirk and Mr. Kielckeski as Police and Pire Chiefs. The audit of the Seward Electric System was turned over t the Council for their information. Mr. Ray asked that report be tu ned over to a Committee for report. Discussion followed on the City Li t ~lant. Discussion followed about Hospital affairs. Mr. Ray spoke about the advisibility of having a new lease drawn up. He also re- viewed tha old lease for the information of the New Council. Motion made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Cooper that we adjurn. Motion carried. ',I Municipal Clerk. 1 . i 0.1 C'1..l Regular Meeti..g April 19, 194:> The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call showed all present except Al Moser. The minutes of the last regular meeting was read for approval no objection being entered, the minutes were oked. Mayor Osbo wanted some information about the resignations of Orville Pitcher and Lee Stewart, why their resignations were not on file with City Clerk and other matters. Mr. Bronson was. present and informed those present that Mr. Lee Stewart's resignation was in March 6th to take effect March 27th. Orville Pitcher's resignation was on hand March 30th. to take effect one month later. ... ' Mr. Orville Pitcher was present with complaint to wit:- He was first hired to work at the Light Plant by Mr. Benson at the pate of $176.00 per month. He worked the last three days in xhe month for which he did not get paid for and also that his salary was cut to $166.00 per month without cause. Mayor Osbo appointed a committee with Mr. Erdmann as chairman assisted by Mr. Stanton. For the information of those present, Mr. Howell was hired ~ for one month at $226.00 and the next three months at $250.00, then if satisfactory, the pay would be $300.00 per month. A letter was read from Captain Wark of the USED asking for permission to erect power poles in certain sections of the !own for their use that would also releive our installations. Mr. Stil- well moved and Mr. Cooper seconded that this permission be granted. Roll, call show.ed all voted AYE. -( " A letter was read from Col. Ohlson terminating lease.. The following Evelyn Ratchford Chester Casey II II Eugene Thomas Al Gould bids for lots were read:- Lots 21 & 22, Block 10 Laubner Lot 35 Block 15 City Lots 21-25 Inc II 24 City Lot 10 II 7 Federal Ji;ot 27 "25 City $40.0p 100.00 200.00 26.00 40.00 .- It was moved by Mr. Paul steiner and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that all the above bids be tabled. Roll call showed all voted AYE. The Seward School Board requested the rest of the School Bud.- get in the amount of $3476.20. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and second ed by Mr. Erdmann that the above amount be paid the School Board. Roll call showed all voted AYE The matter of obligating ourselves to the Health Council at Juneau for the coming year came up for discussion. A Motion was made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Stanton that we obligate ourselves to the amount of $300.00, providing that the nurse is furnished. Motion carried on roll call. One bid for auditing the City's books were received. Mr. Ray C. Hair's bid amounting to $260.00 was read. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Stanton that this bid be accepted. Motion carried on roll call. Mr. Ed Manthey, Fire and Police Chief was present and was asked whet he would accept for Fire Chief job with Police Powers and his answer was that he would be willing to work for his pre- sent salary ($275.00). Mr. Pi etcher desired to leave and was given assurance that the Committee would give him a report on the three days that he haq coding. -1~ I \ R1'"' ,a A lengthy discussion followed ~n salaries. Some believed that the Police and Fire Chiefs jobs should be separate. Also ~hat more help needed on the streets. Motion made by >>r. Cooper and secon- ed by Mr. Paulsteiner that we hire separate men for Police and Fire Chiefs XX and the Fire Chief to have Police authority. Mot- ion carried on roll call. :1 A motion was made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that the different jobs be let out on bids no salary named, bidder to name his own salary desired per month. Mr. Stilwell drew up the following form of bid:- BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED AT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE FOR ,THE FOLL- OWING POSITIONS:- CHIEF OF POLICE CHIEF OF FIRE DEPARTMENT CITY TREASURER THESE POSITIONS TO BE INDEPENDENT AMOUNT OF SALARY PER MONTH DESIRED. CITY CLERK. CITY ATTORNEY PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICE OF EACH OTHER. STATE IN BID THE CITY OF SEWARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ~L BID NO BIDS RECEIVED AFTER L2 noon May 3rd., 1943. Harold Painter, City Clerk. Motion carried on roll call. A committee was composed of Mr. Erdmann, Stilwell, Stanton, and Cooper to try and overhaul the ordinances. This meeting was to be called at 8:00 PM April 22, 1943. I Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Stanton that the following ordinance be drawn up and approved by Mr. Ray:TOWIT; TOWN OF SEWARD, ALASKA. ORDINANCE NO. 156 An Ordinance requiring a municipal license from every person maintaining for for use 08 who permits the use of coinoperated amusement or musical devices within the Towb of Seward, Alaska, and prescribing penalties for the operation of such devices with- out first obtaining and paying for a license so to do. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SEWARD, ALASKA: Section 1, Eveery person who maintains for use or permits the use of, on any place or premises occupied by him a coin- operated amusement or musical device, shall first obtain from the Municipal Clerk of the Town of Seward, Alaska, a license for the operation of such device. I Section 2, That the sum of Ten ($10.00) Dollars per'month for eac8 coin-operated amusement device shall be payable in advance on the first day of each and every month of each year, which said sum of $10.00 shall be payable in advance and the first monthly instalment of said license fee shall be paid at the time of the issuance of the license by said Municipal Clerk. Section 3. That coin-operated amusement and musical devices mean: (1) Any amusement or music machine operated by means of the insertion of a coin, token, or similar object, and (2) so-caled "slot" machines which operate by means of the insertion of a coin, token or similar object and which, by application of the element of chance, may deliver or entitle the person playing or opereting the machine to receive cas8, premium. merchandise, or . tokens. Section 4. That the failure. of every person who so maintains R6 for use, or permits the use of, on any place or premises occupied 1:jY him, coin-operated amusement or musical devices without first ob- taininga license so ,to do as required by the provisions of this ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of a mis-demeanor and subject to a fine ~n the sum of not more than $100.00 or imprisonment of not more than 90 days. Section 5. That the police autho~ities of the Town of Seward are hereby empowered and authorized to take into possession and hold until ~iXYYX~~KJ until payment of prescribed license fee, any device operated in violation of the terms of this ordinance. ~ , , Section 6. That the license hereby required by the terms of this ordinance shall and does apply to each coin-operated amusement or musical device maintained for use or permitted to be used on an~ place or premises within the Town of Seward, Alaska. Section 7. All ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. PASSED under the s~spension of the rules this 3rd day of May A.D., 1943 MAYOR Town of Seward, Alaska. Attest: --- MUNICIPAL CLERK Motion made by Mr. Cooper and ,seconded by Mr. Erdmann that we adjurn. Notion carried. Municipal Clerk. Regular Meeting May 3, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alask~ convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll Call ShOWEd all present. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read for approval. There being rib objection, the minutes were approved. The committee reported on Mr. Orville Pitcher. Their reccomen- 'l dation was that Mr. Orville Pitcher be paid three days pay at the rate of $175.00 per month and also he be paid the dirference for three months between #165.00 and $175.00 or thirty dollars. Total sum being $47.49. It was regularly moved by Mr. Cooper and second- ed by Mr. Stilwell that the report of committee be accepted. Roll call showed all AYE. Moser Motion made by Mr. ~~J~ and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that the history of the above mentioned case be recorded in the minutes. Roll call all voted YES. The history of the case is as follows:- Mr. Orville Pitcher was hired to go to work for the Seward Electric System at the rate of $175.00 per month by Mr. W. R. Benson, the then present Mayor. Mr. Pitcher worked the 29th, 30th and the 31st of May for which Mr. Benson refused to pay him. Mr. Benson also re- duced his pay from $175.00 to $165.00 for three months for no apparent reason. 87 I Quite a bit of discussion followed whether Mr. Orville itcher's Job is frozen. According to literature on hand his Job s frozen March 22, 1943. Another latter from Captain Wark of the U. S. Engineers as ng for further permission to use parts of out City for Power in- tallation. Motion made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Moser hat Captain's request be granted. Motion carried on roll call. A letter was read from Mr. E. D. Webb asking for approval o operate a Club in the Union Hall. Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and econded by Mr. Moser that the request be tabled until next meeting otion carried on roll call. A letter from the District Clerk was read which enclosed a ist of Merchants License and also a check for $51.24. A letter from Acting Governor Bartlett to. Mayor Osbo asktn or disposition of 50% of the President's Ball money. Mr. Osbo re- lied asking the amount be made out to the American Legion Auxillar hlld Welfare. I Another letter was read from Mr. Ryden of the U. S. Navy sking the City to give them permission to use LotI, Block 2 of tee Addition. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. that the USN be given this permission. Motion carried. Wire read from McGinty giving information about sewers. Bids were received from Peter Funkhouser for lots 21 & 22, lock 19 of the City for $100.00. The City Clerk was instructed to otify Peter Funkhouser that part of these lots belong to some one Ise and until he gets that part of the lots, we vould not enter is bid. Seward Electric System bills amounting to $1467.38 were re d approval. Mr. Erdmann made a motion and Mr. Cooper seconded the above bills Qe paid as read. Motion carried on roll call. Seward Electric System monthly bills amounting to $2137.18 ere read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Stanton and seconded by r. Erdmann that these bills be paid. Motion carried on roll call. Motion made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Stanton hat the City retain the services of Dave Andrews until May 15, 194 . otion carried by roll call. .> City 06 Seward, Alaska monthly payroll from April lOth. to pril 30th. amounting to $918.62 was read for approval. Motion carr ed on roll call. ~I Mr. Erdmann made a motion that Mr. BroBson be given auth- rity to write the Man Power Board about wages ETC., this seconded y Mr. Cooper. Motion carried. Mr. Erdmann made a motion to which Mr. Cooper seconded tha r. Bert Smith of the Streets be given permission to buy lumber for ewers and parts for the grader. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 158 was read onece for approval.. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner rules be suspended. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 158 read the second time for approval. Mot- on made by Mr. ~tilwell and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that the ord- nance be adopted as read. Roll call showed all voted YES. Motion made by^Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Moser that W~ek be made from May 10jh. to May 22nd. and all publicity it, also notify the polaris. Motion carried. Mr. Erdmann made a motion to which Mr. Cooper seconded tha ayor and Common Council were in favor of cooperating with the 88 Alaska Railroad and U. S. Army and sharing half the cost of the material. Motion carried. Bids were John Weston Aron Ericson L. V. Ray Edwih Manthey Harold Painter opened for the following jobs:- City Health Officer City Treasurer City Attorney Fire Chief City Clerk $1.00 per .year no price na~ed IIOO~OO per Me, 275.00 per anlum 300.00 per mo ,- 'v Moved' by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Stanton that each bid be taken separately. Motion carried. Moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Stilwell that app- lication of Aron Ericson be accepted and that he be given same salary as last year ($100.00 8 year). Motion carried. Moved by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Moser that bid of Mr. L. V. Ray be accepted. Motion carried. Moved by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Cooper that bid 06 Dr. Weston of $1.00 per year be accepted. Motion carried At this time the City Clerk was requested to retire. Mr. Stanton acting as same. Motion made that application of Harold Painter at $300.00 per month be accepted. Motion carried on roll call was The City Clerk then requested to his post. Moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Moser that the app- lication of Edwin Manthey be rejected account not signed and im- properly presented, $275.00 per annum. , It was agreed by all present that the positions of Police a~d Fire Chiefs be readvertised and to be given all publicity poss ~<ble. ' , I . It was regularly moved and seconded by Mr. Erdmann and Cooper that fire Insurance be secured on City Fire Truck, City dUmp Truck and two Trailer Pump Trucks at actual value. Motion carried on roll call. It was regularly moved and seconded by Mr. Stilwell and Stanton that we adjurn. Motion carried.' Municipal Clerk Regular Meeting May 17, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward convened in reg- ular session at 8:00 PM. Roll call showed all present. -~ ',I (, wished motion The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and apprcved. A letter was read from the Health Council at Juneau for thE inform~tion of those peesent. Captain Wark of the U8 Engineers requested the further use of the rock quarry with specific mention of precautions taken for the safety or the public. Motion made by.Mr. Paulsteiner and secon- ed by Mr. Cooper that this request be granted. Motion carried, The Standard Oil Co. presented a assessment list jhat they to have the City Council accept for the coming year. The was made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Moser that the RG , .1 I assessment list be accepted. Motion carried. Representatives of the U. S. Army were present and spoke of the need of increasing the spped limit past the School House after school hours. They were perfectly willing to observe the present rate of ten miles per hour. But due to the increased traffic, they wished to increase it after school hours. They also aSBured us tha there would not be any reckless driving. The motion was made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that the Army be given permission to increase their speed after school hours. Motion carried. I Clean up week again came up for discussion. The Street Comm- ittee reported that lumber was available from the Army if necessar and also we could hire soldiers at the regular rate of pay for the necessary labot in cleaning up. Captain Evans was present at lengbh on the necessity of cleaning up the City and wished to assure the city that the Army stood willing to give,all the help they could. Also they would give the publicity thru the Polaris and Station WCVY and also around the town. Motion made by Mr. Stil well and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the street Committee be given $300.00 to expend on the cleah up and streets. Motion carried. Another motion made by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Cooper tha Clean Up Week be extended to May 31st. Motion carried. Mr. Baker, Superintendent of Schhols was presented the Schoo Budget for the coming year, this amounted to $8749.80 as the City' share. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Stilwell bhat the School Budget be accepted as presented. Motion carried. Mr. Baker also spoke at some length about the fine cooperati n that the Army had given the School in regards to the Gym. Also of the monetary consideration. Mr. Sauter was also present and said the country hereabouts needed a Game Warden.and wished to have *a a petition'circulated. The Council could not see where they were interested and tabled the matter. Mr. Merritt Shellhorn, who owns quite a few musical machines and pin ball machines, was presented and protested vigorously agai st the provision of Ordinance #158. After discussion our City Attorne assured that we could try the Ordinance out for three months and after that time, we could dicide whether to continue or modify it. Committee on Finance and claims were to look after this matter. The application of Mr. B. A. Gillam and Pearl Gillam for re- tail liquor store was presented. Mr. Cooper mad~the motion and se- conded by Mr. Stanton that this application be accepted. Motion carried. Letters from Auditor Hair to Mayor Osbo about the Seward Electric System were read and discussed. The Mayor at this time composed a special committee for the Seward Electric System of Mr. Erdmann and Mr. Stilwell. The report of Auditor Hair for the City Books was read and passed around for the inspection of those present without comment. The monthly bills of the Seward Electric System amounting to $385.92 was read for approval. The proper motion and second were m de by Mr. Erdmann and Mr. Moser that these bill be paid. Motion carri d. The monthly bills of the City of Seward amounting to $3028.6 was read. Mr. Paul steiner made the motion and Mr. Erdmann seconded that the above bill be paid. Motion carried. Mr. Aron Ericson, the City Treasurer, was present and spoke at some lenght about the fact that most merchants in the City should rais their merchants license, particular the Alaska Shop, McMUllen's, Seward Drug Co. and Waechter Bros. 90 The Mayor At this time requested that the bids be opened for consideration. Mr. R. S. VanKirk presented his bid for Police Chief at $350.0 . Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Cooper that this application be accepted._ Motion eerried. Mr. Walter Holben presented his bid as Fire Chief forr$350.00 per month. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that this application be accepted with the provision that that he be given pOlice authority and also to line up the street work. Motion carried. Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Stanton that Harold Painter be appointed City Magistrate. Motion carried. Proper motion made by Mr. Stilwell and Mr. Erdmann to adjurn. Motion carried. Municipal Clerk .:r;:u#'i. Continued Meeting of Aplil 7t . ~ril :,8, 1943 .:::Jtt ,." t; . The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call show all present except Mr. Moser and Mr. Stilwell. The Seward Electric System owed the 'Town of Seward interest up to Jan. 1, 1943 the sum of $2161.14. Moved by Mr. Erdmann andse- conded by Mr. Cooper that the Seward Electric System pay this amount to the Town. Motion carried on roll call. Moved by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Stanton that Mr. Frank Cooper be appointed Mayor Pro-tem. Motion carried on roll call. Discussion followed about the laxity in building and building Ordinance. The Clerk was instructed to try and find Building Ord- inance. "Moved by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiher that Wm. Baker be appointed City Assessor and that the assessment was not t exceed $500.00. Motion carried on rollcall. J. Henry Cotner entered a bid of $30.00 for Lot 4, block 5, Laubner addition. Moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. "Erdmann that this offer be accepted. Motion carried on roll call. Moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Stanton that all taxi cars be made to take out a license for each car for $50.00 per yea or any portion of the year. Motion carried on roll call. Mayor Osbo appointed a special committee composed of Mr. Sbant Mr. Erdmann and Mr. Paulsteiner to see about a new Fire Hall. - ! Moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that any who wishes to drive a taxi, his City License will be $25.00 per year or for any portion. Motion carried on roll call. . Moved by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the City Clerk could use his own discretion in selling Drivers License up to July 1, 1943. Motion earried on roll call. Moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that the City Treasurer be given the authority to get information on Merchants License. Motion carried on roll call. Regularly moved and seconded by Mr. Cooper and Mr. Stanton tha we adjurn. Motion carried. Municipal Clerk f~-t ..-f: I Regular Meeting June 7, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 PM. Roll call showed all resenb except Mr. Moser. The minutes of the last regular session were read and approved. A long discussion followed after reading letter from Gould & ould Ins. Co. about our Fire Equipment ETC. and fire protection. Several suggestions were made. One was to wire Col. ~K Ohlson and Bee what he had done towards completing the pumping station near th ock. Another, the Fire Committee to see the Army about the USO building' The other to have the Fire Committee to make haste in get - ing the Fire Equipment housed before winter overtook us. fkRXM.,BX ~~aiRxRmx.xB~RBi.ixBammt%%RRXafxMxxx~m.KRRx.R.xMEXxRKHiBtRiKRXX aX.B%XaKXiixRxixatRBtiaRx.RmxKKtRxx~Xa%BBXiaK Moved by Mr. Erdmann nd seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that Fire Protection committee to ct in haste to have our F&re Equipment housed before winter sets i . Iso to see about water protection. Motion carried. Discussion followed on selling bonds to local people if the ity was bonded to take care of the proposed New Fire Hall. Could et hold of Col. Chamberlain and General Wbitaker to help. Seward Electric System monthly bills and payroll amounting to $2211.37 were read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and se- onded by Mr. Cooper that these bills be paid. Roll call all voted YE Moved by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Stilwell that the Int erest amounting to $2080.00 due the FWA be paid from the Seward El- ectric System. Roll call revealed that all voted YES. I Town pproval. that this of Seward montply payroll in the sum of $1315.62 read for Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. ~qoper payroll be paid. Motion carried on roll call. " Mr. Sttlwell moved and Mr. Cooper seconded that the City Clerk be instructed to secure the necessary supplies for City Assessor. otion carried. Mr. Paulsteiner made a motion to which Mr. Stanton seconded that bids for lots this side of Glacier Stream be set at $100.00 ininum. Three voted for and Erdmann and Stilwell voted NO. Motion carried. I Mr. Stanton made s motion to which Mr. Paulsteiner seconded that all lots between "A" Street and Jefferson be held to ~ininum of $75.00 per lot. Roll call showed Mr. Stanton, Mr. StilweJl and r. Paul steiner voted YES. Mr. Cooper and Mr. Erdmann voted NO. otion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Stan- ton that all lots north of "A" Street be set at a mininum of $25.00 011 call showed all voted YES. Motion carried. A bid of Eugene Thomas for Lot 10, block 7, Federal Addition or $25.00 which had been tabled. Moved by Mr. Erdmann and seconded y Mr. Cooper that the offer be accepted. Motion carried on roll ca 1. Moved by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Erdmann that City lerk notify bidders on lots that the City lots had been revalued nd that their bids were too low. Motion carried. Mr. ,I. C. Erwin of the OPA board was present and gave a clear ccount of the Taxi problem to the Council. It is evident that some hing must be done to clear the picture. Suggest that new ordinance e drawn to cover same. Mr. Erwin as a member of the CBamber of Commerce spoke about t e eed of a Comfort Station. The Army is willing to help and f Commerce willing to help to the extent of 4 or $560.00 92 A complaint was raised about an open toilet with no sewer conn~ ection whatever near Frank Cooper's house. Later found that this property situated in Lot 30, Block 27 owned by Mr. DeBoe. Mr. Stil~ well moved and Mr. Stanton seconded that the City Health Officer be notified to investigate and also to notify property owner that he discontinue the practice and to put in ,proper toilet. Motion carried on roll call. Mr. Bronson was present and asked permission to buy a kit for rehontng valve seats and valve bases. This kit would cost about $133.00. Mr. Erdmann made a motion to which Mr. Cooper seconded that Mr. Bronson be given permission to purchase this kit. motion carried. "I " It was regularly moved and seconded by Mr. Cooper and ,Mr. Stan - on that weadjurn. Motion carried. Municipal Clerk. Special Meeting June 11, 1943 The COmmon Council of the Town 06 Seward, Alaske. convened in Special Session at 8:00 PM. The Roll call was called and all were present except Councilman Stilwel~. Mr. DuFresne was present and was informed by the ~ouncil that / he must install a fire wall between his building and Waechter Bros. He pleaded for more time as help was hard to eet but promised to have wall in, in 60 days. The City offered'him the old City Dump truck at a nominal cost. ----;' --.l This meeting was called for the special purpose of meeting Mr. Manley of Anchorage who was called from Anchorage at the request of Special Committee of three. Mr. Manley is'an Arcgitect and could give us plenty of information on buildings. Discussion followed on possible plans for Fire Hall. Many suggestions were offered. Most feasible being a combined Fire Hall, City Hall, Jail, rest room, room for fire equipment and possibly Library and OPA'offices. It was further suggested that we try to get lot next to pre- sent City Hall from the Dickerman Est. Think this coula be had for $500.00. ' the Mr. Manley spoke about specifications that he might have ready about Monday. . City Clerk ~as asked to dee Forestry Department about the two lots'that they own in Seward. Councilman Erdmann made a motion to which Mr, Stanton seconded that tpe City buy the lot next to present City Hall. Roll call showed all voted YES. Regularly moved and seconded that we adjurn. Motion carried. !~f Municipal Clerk. .' " or ~~i Special Mepting June 15, 1943 I The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in Special Session at 8:00 Pm. Roll call showed all present except Mt. Stilwell. I The minutes of the last Special Meeting were[,read for approval. There being no objection, the minutes were approved. Col. Johnson was present and spoke at length about the water pipe and main that was proposed and gave clear specification and plans of the entire picture. The Committee of three were appointed to also work with Col. Johnson. Col. Johnson also promised to get specifications on wood pipe. Mr. Manley was present and presented specifications and plans of proposed new City Hall. Many suggested changes and plans followe Ladies of the Library were present and were well pleased with the plans after suggesting several changes. Discussion followed about the changes to be made. It was further suggested that the ballots be madR tto read $65000.00 for Municipal Building and salt water fire mains. It was moved by Mr. Erdmannx and seconded by Mr. Stanton that the plans of Mr. Manley be approved. Mr. Manley was also given auth ri to send down to Seward about twelve photostatic copies of the proposed building at his own cost. It was moved by Mr. Cooper and seconed by Mr. Erdmann that the City Attorney be given auth~rity to go ahead with Special Election bonding the City of Seward to the amount of $65000.00 to cover the cost of building a New City Hell and Salt water mains. Motion carri d on roll call. It wes regularly moved and seconded by Mr. Cooper and Mr. that we adjurn. Motion carried. Municipal Clerk. Regular Meeting June 21, 1943 The Common Council of the Town Of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session with all Councilmen Present. Mr. Frank Cooper sat in the Mayor's Chair as Mayor Pro-Tem. .1 The minutes of the Last Special Meeting read for information of those present. Col. Johnson was present with maps and specifications on the salt water mains. Telegrams were read from Elwyn Swetmann to Glenn Carrington & Co and their answer thereto on the cost of pipe. They needed AA-3 priority for the pipe. Col Johnson stated that there would be five hydrants situated at Ass Co Corner, one at Leo Dougla corner, one near Tom Osbo's store, one at the bank and the last at Church St. This a distance of 1310 feet with part of the pipe 8" and part 6" pipe. Laterales would be installed at cross streets. Also try and get hold of J. T. Cunningham and get some information about what the A RR intends to do. A letter was read Crom Capt. Wark of the U. S. Engineers aski g for permission to use certain lots in the City for the purpose of building a oil line and tanks for Fort Raymond. Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Stanton that permission be granted the U S Engineers. Motion carried on roll call. 94 Mr. A. H. L. Meyer handed in his resignation on the Hospital Board. Mr. Erdmann made a motion that his resignation be accpeted Mr. Stilwell seconded. Motion acrried. The clerk was instructed to see Mr. Kehoe and have him wire Earl McGinty at Juneau about Seward Sewer project. ~// Another letter was read from Mayor Osbo to Gould & Gould Ins. 2b. Mr. Erdmann asked that his letter that he wrote to Gould & ,/Gould be spread on the minutes. Mr. Stilwell made a motion that V this be done. Mr. Moser seconded. Motion carried "'I i '- Mr. Stilwell made a motion to which Mr. Erdmann seconded that thereply to Gould & Gould Ins. Co. be air mailed. Motion carried. City monthly bills in the amount of $370.32 read for approval. Mr. Erdmsnn mad a motion to which Mr. Moser seconded that these bills be paid. Motion carried. Mr. Stilwell mad a motion to which Mr. Erdmann seconded that' the Clerk be instructed to notify Mr. Wm. Baker that he had been appointed tax assessor at a stipulated agreement of $500.00 and that tax forms are now on hand please advise immediately when he could' start work. Motion carried. Discuss~on followed on Special Election and Salt Water Mains. Mr. Ray gave good advice. Proper motion made to adjurn until Wednesday at 8:00 PM. Municipal Clerk ~ Continued Meeting June 25, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in regular session at 8:00 Pm. Roll call showed all present except Mr. StilwelL Mayor Osbo'said the first thing to see about money for the Salt Water Mains. Councilman Erdmann made a motion to which Councilmen Cooper se conded that the Mayor and City Clerk borrow $7500.00 for the con- struction of a Salt Water Main. Motion carried. A motion was made by Councilman Erdmann and seconded by Coun- cilman Stanton that the committee on water be given permission to purchase the necessary pipe and fittings for the salt water mains. Motion carried. Discussion followed on sumps and water mains with Col. Johnson Proposed Ordinance No. 157 was then presented to the meeting as follows:- .--.-- ORDINANCE NO. 157 L AN ORDINANCE amending Section 3 of Ordinance No. 149 of the Town of Seward, Alaska, enacted October 20th, 1941, and entitled "A Ordinance for the regulation and use of streets, highway and alleys within8 the coporate limits of the Town of Seward, Alaska, by pub- lic carriers or motor vehicles carrying passengers for hire". BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SEWARD1 ALASKA: Section 1. That section 3 of Ordinance No. 149 of the Town of Seward, Alaska, enacted October 20th, 1941, entitled, "An ORDINANCE FOR THE REGULATION AND USE OF STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND ALLEYS WITHIN q~ ~U I THE COPORATE LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF SEWARD, Alaska, BY.PUBLIC CARRIERS OR MOTOR VEHICLES CARRYING PASSENGERS FOR HIRE" be, and the same hereby is amended so as to read as follows; to-wit: Section 3. There shell accompany each application for a lic- ense to operate a taxi for the carriage of passengers for hire within the corporate limits of the Town of Seward, the sum of fifty ($50.00) Dollars, for each car or automobile so to be used, to cover the period of one year or any fraction therof, and furthe , every driver of every and each licensestaxi, whether the owner of said licensed taxi or otherwise1 shall also pay an annual license fee in the sum of Twenty-five (~25.00) Dollars for such annual per iod; or for any fraction of such annual period: and further, the licenses hereby imposed shall become due and effective and payable July 1st, 1943, and no taxi shall be operated upon which said lic- ense fee shall have not been paid, nor shall any such licensed taxi be operated or driven other than by a duly licensed driver as prescribed by the provisions of this section. All provisions of former Section 3 of Ordinance No. 149 in conflict herewith, to the extent of such conflict are hereby repealed. PASSED unanimously under suspension of the rules by the Comm- on Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska, and approved this 23rd. day of June, 1943. Mayor Attest: I City Clerk The above proposed Ordinance was read the first time. Councilman Erdmann made a motion to which Councilman Cooper seconded the suspension of the rules for the immediate considera- tion of proposed Ordinance No. 157. Motion carried. Councilman Paul steiner moved and Councilman Stanton seconded that the Ordinance No. 157 be read the second time. Motion carried I Mr. Mose~ madea motion to which Mr. Erdmann seconded that proposed Ordinance No. 157 be passed for third reading. Motion car Said Ordinance No. 157 was then read for the third time and upon roll call found all voted YES. The Mayor then announced his approval of Ordinance No. 157 and signed the same in open session. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Mos er that account of Mr. Baker not being able to do the assessment that a new assessor be appointed. Motion carried. A motion made by Mr. Paul steiner and seconded by Mr. Cooper that Harry Southard be appointed Tax Assessor for the year at a price not exceeding $500.00. Motion carried. Discussion followed on Bonds and Ordinance to he made. Evelyn Ratchford's bid for Lots 24, 82 and 17, Block 10, Laubner addition for $153.90 was read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Paul steiner that this bid be accep Motion carried. for Mr. Mr. Ollie Bryant's bid for Lot 18, Block 10, Laubner additio $50.50 was read. Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Cooper that bid be accepted. Motion carried. Mr. Henry Horton offered $70.00 for Lots 5 & 6, Block 10, Federal Addition. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Cooper that bid be aecepted. Motion carried. 96 /t./ Mr. E. W. Barnhusst offered ~ ",.. for lots 39 and 40. Block 15 City. Motion made by Mr. Moser and seconded by Mr. Stanton that bid~ be accepted. Motion carried. As there was no further business appearing the meeting was ad- jurned until Monday June 28, 1943. Mayor --, I Regular Meeting June 28. 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward convened in regular session at 8:00 PM. All present except Mr. Stilwell. Mr. Ross Mann was present and offered objection to Ordirience No. 157. After about one hours discussion, Mr. Mann left the Coun- c 11 Chambers. Much discussion followed on the proposed new building and meth- od of bonding and the interest to be charged. Mr. Erdmann made a motion to which Mr. Stanton seconded that we proceed with the Ordinance and the $50000.00 Community Building. Motion carried on roll call. Proposed Ordinance No. 158 was then presented to the meeting as fol1ows:- 1----: ORDINANCE NO. 158 ,-\'1 \.;: 9~~ ~ ~ I I The above proposed OrdinancA was read the first time. J Mr. Erdmann made 8 motion and secondAd by Mr. Stanton the the rules be suspended for the immediate consideration of proposed Ordinance No. 158. Motion carried. Mr. Cooper moved and Mr. Moser seconded that Ordinance No. 158 be read for the second time. Motion carried. Councilman Paulsteiner made a motion and Councilman Erd- mann seconded that the Ordinance be passed for the third reading. Said Ordinance No. 158 was read for the third time and the clerk called the roll and found all voted YES. The Mayor then announced his approval of Ordinance No. 15 and signed the same in open session. Upon motion duly made, seconded and carried the Council instructed the clerk to cause to be published in the Anchorage Daily Times the following notice and call for a Special Election 98 be held August 3rd, 1943, pursuant to provisions of Ordinance No. 158 NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION TO THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF SEWARD, ALASKA: "I i . I~ . Discussion followed on new hospital member to be appointed to board. Finally was proposed that committee see Mr. Or1ander and arrange for a meeting of the board. Mr. Cooper moved and Mr. Moser seconded that >>IX ~XK!~XBKXKX 6KKKXXK~!XXKX S V F D be donated $25.00. Motion carried. Mr. Barnhusst made a bid of $125.00 for lot 35, Block 15, Cit~. Mr. Moser and Erdmann regularly moved and seconded that bid be accEpted. Motion carried. j- ~.. Mr. Sheward made a bid of LOO.OO for lots 5 & 6, Block 18. regularly moved and seconded by Pau1steiner end Stanton that bid bE accepted. Motion carried. No further business appearing the meeting was adJurned. \ Mayor 99~ 'Regular Keeting ,July 6, 1943 The Oommon Counoil of the Town of Beward, Alaska convened in regular session at 8:00'EI. All present except Mr. stilwell. the minutes of the last regular meetings were read for approv 1. Bo obJeotion raised, the minutes were approved. Mr. Osoar Dahl offered hydraulio pipe at the rate of .1.00 pe foot. Motion made by Mr. Oooper and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner tha Oommittee be authorizec to purchase pipe. Motion carried. The Committee composed of Mr. stanton, Paulsteiner and Erd- nn were to work with col. Johnson on plans for survey for Water ine Letter read from the Governor oonoerning the need of listing r03eots that may need attention in the near future. Mr. Cooper and Mr. Stilwell as a oommittee were to aot with the Mayor on thiS, It was moveo by Mr. Erdmann and seoonded by 1Ir. Cooper that he City Clerk be instruoted to notify Mr, Bronson that his total sales around the town could not be over $60.00 for the month. otion oarried. ' The Seward Eleotrio s,ystem bills in the amount of $2332.17 ere r.ad for approval. Regularly moved by Mr. Erdmann and seoonded by 1Ir. Stanton that bilis ~e paid. Kotion Carried. Town of Seward bills in the amount of $1676.93 read for app- roval. Ltoved by lIr. stanton and seoonded by .r. Koser that bills be paid. Kotion oarried. Koved by, Ltr. Cooper and seoonded by lIr. Erdmann that the I $7600.00 be ~ept in a ser.rate fund. Kotion oarried. . , Bid was ~ntered for a parcel of land near Nils Hagen and was rejeoted on aooount not clear title. ' bid was entered for lots 24 and 26, Blook 24, $76.00 eaoh. lIlotion made b1' 14r. Erdmann ahd seoonded b1' Mr. Paulsteiner that bid be aocepted. Motion oarried. The Olerk' was instructed to a~ain write the Seward Drug about bill due th~ City in the amount of '162.38 and also bill the Bank of ,Seward for .82.50 for di~ging up sewer. Motion made b1' llr. Paulsteiner and seconded b1' Mr. Moser that Kurl Trecathan be appointed on th. Hospital Boar~. Motion oarried. I I Mr. Er~mAnn and Mr. stanton were to work as a oommittee on the hospital lease. , >>0 further business appearing, the meeting was adjurne. I Attest: Kayor City Clerk Speoial .eeting Ju11' 12, 19-i3 Present ..ere Mr. Paulsteiner, I'rank Cooper, lIr. Al Moser and Mr. Erdmann. Ibis meeting oalle~ to order for the purpose of giving Mr. L. V. Ray the authority to draw u.p power of attorney in :favor of Jlr. J. H. Johnson in Seattle. This in oonnection with the purchase of pipe and fittings for the Salt water mai ns. 100 Jlotion made by 1Ir. l'aulateiner ani aeoonied by Mr. Cooper th~t Mr. Ray be authorized to Iraw up power of attorney in favor of lIr. J. R. Johnson in Seattle. Motion oarried. After whioh the meeting wasnadJurned. , Attest: City Clerk lIlqor -, , Regular Meeting Jul;y 19, 1943 The Common Counoil of the Town of' Seward, Alaska oonvened in regular session at 8:00 PM. All members ..ere present except Mr. M089r. The II1inutee of the last regular .ession and the speoial meetoLng .ere read for approval. ' A petition was read from the property owners above the Van Gilder hotel for an add1t10n to the present sewer up to the Spio and Span Laundry. After'di8oussion, deoided to leave to oommittee on sewers, warves. , The disoussion then s.itohed to the water supplies and ho.. te naeq the sitnaaUon. A oommittee of lIr.' stllwell and Jlr. Erd- mann ..ere to find' out what oou14 be done. :Dlsoussion' followed about 1aok of monuent8 in the 8treets and the liffiou1t;y of propert;y ewners finding their true propert,. 11nes. . ll01l10n m&4e by Jlr. ErU..l:n'l an4 seoonded b;y'Ilr. Cooper that City b1118 in the amount of .890.35 be pall. Motlon oarried. . i / 1I.01l10n made by 1Ir. Erdmann an4 seoonded by Mr. Btanton that . J the City Clerk send Ilrs. Coulter a noUce to vaoate that part of I the, property now opupiea by her ohicken hou.e that is in the street . The letter \0 ask for, reg18ter reoeipt. .otion oa7r1ed. Mr. Er4mann spoke at great 1enghth on modern impl'ovements for the City and help that might oome from the Army. Old grants coull be opened up. Re a180 8uggested that letters oould be startec on due oourBe to open the old grants. )lotion male by Mr. stanton anA seoonded by Kr. Pauls'beiner that llr. Erdmann confer wl th Mr. Bay anA Ool~ Ohamber1ain to 40 ..batever is neceasar.y to start the ball rolling. Motion oarried. 1Ir. Er4marm also spoke about buying Seward Light and. Power llre. KDight wouli be willing to accept a neutral appraiser's not10e. . . No farther bUBineS8 appearing, the me.ting ad3urnei. , if I I r-- . I byor -~ Attest :- City Clerk " ,,~ 101 '1 . Regular Meeting !.ugu!:'t 2, 1943 The C0~mnn Council of the Town of S~ward, Alasks convened in regular session at 8:- PM. All members pre'se.nt eX0ept Mr. ~1.1 !v'n~pr. I Lt. Lomen of the Army wes present Bnd spoke at some len~th on the sanitary conditions in town and remedies for e~me. Be ~l~o spoke ?bout health code necessary. Mr. Stilwell made a motion that Dr. Weston An~ Lt. Lomen ~ork wit~ Mr. Ray to draft a health code. Motion ~8rried. Motion made by Mr. Erdmann end seconded by Mr. Stantnn that Mr. Ray proceed with the prnper methods necessary to get clear title to street through Mrs. Coulters place that lies in the street. Motion carried. Motien mede by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Cooper that Street Committee be Authorized to make 9 preliminary survey. Motion ~arri .d. Motion m?de by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Stilwell that Mr. Harold S. Horton be notified in writing to clear the street property of his debris on sixth Ave. within fifteen days. Motion carried. I The Committee reported that the Army had about completed their water system. This would releive the water shortage. The Army said that they would be prepared to assist the City in 8n emergenc with their water system. Mayor Osbo spoke about getting such assis- tance in writing from Captain Wark of the USED. Motion made by Mr. Stanton ~nd seconded by Mr. Pa111steiner yha all rules be suspended. Motion carried. Motion made by Councilman Cooper and seconded by Councilman Paulsteiner that the following resolution he adopted. Motion carrivd. RESOLUTION OF PUG. 2, 1943 OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE' TOWN OF SEWARD, ALASKA ACCEPT- ING THE OFFER OF THE UNIT8D OF AMERICA \ -/ RHEREAS, there has been filed with the Federal Works Agency for and in behalf of the Town of Seward, Alaska, a municipal cor- poration, (herein called the "Owner"); and application for Feder- al assistance under the Defense Public Works program, and the United States of America, acting by and through the Feeera1 Works ~dministrator, has transmitted to the Owner an offer of Federal assistance in connection '~ith the public works referred to in said application and described in said Offer; and WHEREAS, said Offer has been duly read in open meeting and has been fully considered in every respect in accordance ~ith the pertinent rules of procedure and legal requirements; and J WHEREAS, said Off~r has been made a part of the ptb1ic records of the Owner; and ~HREAS, it is deemed advisible and in the public interest the eaid Offer be accepted: NOW, THEREFOHE, be it Resolved by t'!<1e Common Council of thE! Town of Seward, ~laska, that the said Offer of the United St~tRS 0 America, a true snd correct copy of which is hereto attached, be and the same hereby is accepted without rpservation or qualificati. n Adopted by the Common Council of the town of Seward, Alaska on this 2nd. day of ~ugust, 1943, under su~peneion of the rules. Approved on this 2nd. day of Augu~t, 1943, by Thorwald Osbo , mayor of the town of Seward, Alaska, a municipal corporation. Attest: Title of Officer Required to Approve 102 Motion made by Mr. Erdmann and seconded by Mr. Cooper that SewErd Electric System of $45.00 for hospital hills be p8id. Motion carri d Motion made by Mr. Cooper and seconded hy Mr~ Stilwell that Seward Electroc System bills in the amounti of $2154.74 be paid. Motion carried. Town of Seward, Alaska monthly payroll amounting to $1490.30 read for approval. Motion made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Cooper that these bills be paid. Motion carried. Letter read from Mrs. Robert Stewart of the Missionary Society to Mr. d. C. Erwin concerning the Hospital Lease. The Clerk 58S instructed to notify Murl Trevethan that he was appointed on the Hospital Board. Discussion followed on the Hospital Lease and the advisibility of clearing this matter. ~ Proper motion was msde to adjurn. Motion carried. Attest:- Mayor SPECIAL MEETING August 5, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward, Alaska conven~d in special session this date at 4:00 PM by special call to con- vass the ballots and votes cast at the MHHI~I~KXXE Special Elect- -ion for the Town of Seward on August 3, 1943. Present were Councilmen Erdmann, Stanton, Cooper, Paul steiner and Moser. After examination of the ballots cast and the comparison of the votes cKounted and a complete recheck of all the challenge votes, and a thorough inspection of the records snd data and certificates presented to the Municipal Clerk by the ~ection Board at the close of the day proceeding, the following resolu- tio~ was presented: TO WIT RESOLUTION NO. 2-44 ~~EREAS, in accordance with the laws of the Territory of Ala~k~ and the ordinance of the City of Seward, Alaska, and the forms aAd notices of election duly given and issued, that a Special Election was held in the ~own Hall in the said City on the 3rd. day of August.1943 and; I I WHEREAS, in accordance with the duly prepared and correct certificates filed with Harold Painter, Municipal Clerk by the officers of said election, that the result of said election showed 163 votes were and; Whereas; eccord.1ng to the laws of the Territory of Alaska, it requires 65% of the votes cast to pass said bond issue. To~t_$aid election showed that ~ votes were voted FOR BONDS and 3~votes were voted AGAINST BONDS. Therefore, the Election was carried. ~:~ --.f: ! ;,~: NOW, THEREFORE? BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SENARD, ALASKA, that in accordance with the wishes of the VOTERS of said town, as set forth by the results of said election, the bond issue was carried. ;~i ~ Passed unanimously by the Co~mon Caouncil of the Town of Sewar( Alaska on this 5th. day of August, 1943 On due motion, the meeting was adjurned at 4;30 PN. Mayor Attest. City Cle k ~ ~ ' (..~: 1') ."~ , ,...1 Rpgular MRet' ~ l11g w I I I 104 ,---' '~ ,I I lOr- ~ . .. ;) Regull'lI' Hepting September 9, 1~4~ The Common Council of the Town 8f SewRrd, Alas~a convened in regular session at R:25 P. M. with 811 memberF present excc~t Mr. Moser and Mr. Stilwell. I Since the minutes of the 18st meetin~ h8d not heen written up it W8S decided tn hnld the ~eetine open until sunh a time 8S they nuld be worked u~. Mrs. Knight of the Seward Lifht ~nd Power re1uested permission to raise the telephone ratfJs. During the dt srussjon which followed Mr. Paulsteiner stated that it his opinion that the City Council ,ad no authority OVPI' such m~tters. Mrs. Kni~ht then asked if Sept ember 9 would be considered 9S the beginning of the thirty d8Y rp- quired by certain re~ulationE requiring a thirty day notice for thp advance in rRtes. It was su~gested bv Mr. Rev that the O.P.A. held authority over the Oity Coun;{l. At ~he sugg~stion of Mayor Osho the question was held over. I II ~!: -' Mr. Keating as Kpd if anything was being done about getting w8ter to Ilroperty on the north end of Second A.vel''1Ie. MT'. Rrdman stated that he had ~0ne o~er the situation but was holding the ~att ,r in aheyance until he AOU'~ a~Aer~D~n thp finAnciAl condition of the nit:'. According to Mr. 5tentondllI~t!!ix '1". H"1rry Hoben s'3id thAt there were insufficient users In thAt ~pct1on to WArrent the expen~ - tures. T'r\e WAter users in thet district h8ve sufficient iron niDe to tAke w8ter to their Ilroperty if trey CRn Abtain ~ermis~ion to- tie on the mAin. ';1 Develo~ment of Second Avenue wes discussed. Work on this pro- ject is to continue. In this connection Mr. Kesting was Advised not to do 8ny building until the work was comDleted. ~ .~ The question was r~ised by Mr. Henton if the business firms nuld be permitted to instAll lights and Eigne. HI" was advised hy the Mayor that the Army W8S favorAble towBrds s11~h " :nOVO And thAt he would re~uest the different business houses to le8ve sufficient 1 ights on at night sn that there 'Noulr1 bA f3uffi dent 1 igfut for 0r9 to see his way. Mr. Ray presentAd Ordinance No. 159 to thA Council. It Nas DAssed. !1.ccordinl1: to a wire fro'1l Trick 'lnrl '~llrN'y the !",rinting of the bonds will cost $2Rn.oo. Letters wer9 read from Mr. McGintey and Mr. Manley cnnce1"ning the erection of the City HAll. WAyor OSb0 recommended the appointment of Harrv L. Smith AS 01+y Clerk And Megistrgte. l~ction by Mr. Cooper, secened by Mr. St<3ntnn th8t f18.rry I. S"-,1 >r he Appointed City Clerk. Mntion ~8rried. Mntion by Mr. Cooper, secon~ed hy Mr. PAul steiner that Hqrry L. Smith be ?0pointed City MA~\strate. M~tinn carried. 'I Meyor Osbo stAted thAt he wnulJ Ask Mr. HAre tn Attend thF ~eeting nf September In And submit a price on the Audit of the city hooks. The 1uestinn of the purchase of the SeWArd Li~ht And Pnwer WAS presented by Mr. Rrdm'ln After vlhich he reAr] 8 letter from Gov. (}T'1J8 nin~ i~ which the Governor sooKe favorablv of the Durchase. Mr. Erd~An then 8sked for permis~ion to obtAi~ a self-iinuidatinl1: loan 8nd for !",Armission to write to the RFC ~skin~ for definite instruc- tions for securing said locn. This loan is for the ourchase nf the SeWArd Li~ht and Power. Mntion by Mr. Conper, seconded by Mr. Stanton Mr. Erdman And Mr. Ray be authori7ed to write to the RFC ra~arding the DurAhAse of SeWArd Light and Power. Mntion carried. - - 106 It was the opinion of the M8yor thqt before connecticn~ with sewer Are covered they should be ins~ected by the Fire chief. Mr. Erdman Asked the question as to whether or not tre new theater was sAtisfactory in reg~:l)"d to s9fety. It 1/I!QS repe rted satisfActory. However during the discussion which followEd it was pointed out by Mr. Adams thet AX wireing WAS a 8 fire hAzard. .-, After the discussion it WAS moved by Mr. Erdman and E ec::m01'r1 by Mr. Cooper that Mr. ~dqws b~ q~Dointed to in~rect the, ireing in the the8ter. Motion cRrried. The City Clerk was directed to write q letter to ~r. Adams notifyin? him of this action. The meeting wqs held ODen for the following evenin~, Sept- ember 10, 1943. Se~r~~bqr 10, 194~ Continu8tion of REGtTt,AR M~H:1'PW 'Jf Sl'pt. 9,1943 Those present .,'''ore: Mayor Os\>o end C:ouncilmer ~r<1ntrn, ~nnFler Erdman, and P9u18teiner. Petition to h9ve cert8in buildin~s on Lots 33 Bnd 34 Bloc~ l~ removed was presentp~ to the Coun~il. Th~ City psyro11 was rr~8ented to th~ Council by th9 C]~rk. Moyeri b~' Ivlr. COO?,PT' 8econded by Mr. Paul~teiner th3t ~8]~Hie~ for I\ugust be paid. Motion carried. -f The Seward Electric System payroll was pr8sentp.d to t[he Cnun- cil by the Clerk. Moved by Mr. P8u]steiYl",r sec0nded hy by WI'. Coorer that the August salaries be ~qid. Motion c8rrie0. , .~ Bills for the salt ~Ater ill8ins were presenter] ro t~e Council r-'T the CIRY'k. M!"1ved h" Mr. 1'i;rri",RYl seconded hy I!r. Coor'lr th~t thf> hills '1)", pe>id: Motinn CArried. Mayor Osba stated thRt: An Rud\t of the City of Se"prd aori the Sew"'rd Ele~tric Svste~ hO!"1ks shoulri be ~Drl~. Mr. Hgre wes asked tn "',8ke the 8udi t. ~eol"1in/i" t()Mr;-'fot!t~ fJlteteman~""the' Genep&-l~.er.~ad not been posted si~e thel last audlt;Aprl1 10, 194:1r. It wes move~ by Mr. Erdman seconded by Mr. St:8Dton that th8 books be 1-Jroufl1t '1P t!"1 08tf> hy Mr. HerA. ~~otinn CArried. Mr. Moody representing the Sewp~d ChBrn~er of C0rnmerc~ introduced the ~uestion as to wh~ther or not the Sewprd W9ter Syer~m holds 8 fr9nchise. After 8 ~Rther Ipn~thy diRcuesion Mr. Moody WBS referred to Mr. RAY, City ~ttorney. Accnrrting to Mr. 15rd:rni"n Mr. Hoben hd stated th8t the Sew-.rd Water Sys- tem franchise had expired in lQ40. --.... , Meyor Osbo Rsked Mr. Bronson if he cou1.1 begin ~rectiQn of Rtreet lights in residential districts. According to Mr. Bronmon the business men of Seward will be glAd to help fi- nancially. Moved by Mr. Cooper end seconded hy Mr. Stenton thAt the meeting Adjourned. Matior ~"'rried. 'I M'?yor Attest: City Clerk ~ 107 ~ I Regular Meeting September 20, 1943 The Common Counoil of the Town of Seward, Alaska convened in egular session at 8:20 P. M. with the following members present: . Cooper, Acting Mayor. Councilmen Stanton, Stilwell, Erdman, aulsteiner, and Moser. Mr. Peel presented his 1942 tax and asked that it be compaired ith that of 1943. On cheoking the reoords it was found that Mr. eel's taxes for 1942 amounted to ~59.00 while for 1943 they were 120.25. This is an inorease of more than 100%. Mrs. E. W. Knight, Manager of the Seward Light and Power appea nd requested that the Council approve increase in telephone rates ollows: Business, 2 party lines $1.00, 4party lines $1.00, 4 Trun ines to Post tlO.OO each. Residence, main line $0.50, 2 party lin s 1.00, 4 party lines $1.00, 6 party lines $0.50, extension bell $0. 5 he stated she had the approval of OPA b~t that the OPA had stated he must get the approval of the City Counoil. After some discussi n n relation to rates and losses it was moved by. Mr. Moser and secon - d by Mr. Stanton that the requested raises be approved. Motion arriad. Mrs. Conally asked for permission to install .a loud speaker n the lOOF Hall. -I Motion by Mr. Stilwell seconded by Mr. Erdman that permission e granted. Motion carried. Keating Mr. Clarence'mada a bid of $50.00 on the Model A Ford truck hat belongs to t e ~eward Eleotrio System. This truck was to be sed by Mr. Keating Ss in oonneotion with the Home Guard. Motion y Mr. Erdman seconded by Mr. Stanton that the truok be sold to Mr. eating for $50.00. Motion lost. Mr. Keating asked if the Ball Park near the lagoon in the nort nd of town could be flooded this winter for a skating rink. otion by Mr. Stilwell seconded by Mr. Stanton that permission be ranted. Motion carried. A letter from Mr. Holben, Fire Chief, was read asking that the chool tax be paid for the volunteer firemen inasmuch as they were ot exempt from this tax by the new l~w. After 'some discussion it as moved by Mr. Paulsteiner and secon'ed by Mr. Stilwell that the iremen's pay be raised to '1.50 per month. Motion carried. Motion by Mr. stanton seconded by Mr. Erdman that Mr. Hare end the necessary wire to the Territorial Treasurer asking the tatus of Mr. Painter's territorial accounts. Motion carried. The following bills were presented to theCounoil ount due Seward Eleotrio System for funds deposited o City acoount 9/11/43 ene Ericson Typeing Tax Notioee helma Osbo " " orene Rutledge" " urroughs Adding Maoh. Co. Servloeing Typewriter ncome Tax witheld fromEleotric System employees by the Clerk $1890.22 5.86 6.66 6.46 6.10 239.70 Motion by Mr. Erdman seconded by )~. Moser that the above ills be paid. Motion carried. It was moved by Mr. Erdman seoonded by Mr. Stanton that the ity Clerk require the Chief of polioe to give each offender of the aw an authorized receipt. Motion oarried. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded ire Chief submit a monthly pay roll listing nd that one cheCk made to Fire Department. o be listed on Voucher. Motion carried. by Mr. Moser names of all Names of all that the firemen firemen '10.Q \ . \ -F Motion by Mr. Erdman seoonded by Mr. Moser that Mr. Hare be ~uthoriaed to bring the City books up to date and turn them over ~ ;to the City Clerk. Motion oarried. It was moved by ,Mr. Paulsteiner seoonded by Mr. Erdman that Mr. Ray be notifiea to order City Hall Bonds. Motion oarried. A bid of $50.00 eaoh on Lots 3 and 4, Blook 18 Townsite was submitted by J. H. Sheward. It was moved by Mr. Moser and seconde by Mr. Erdman that the bid be aooepted. Motion oarried. A letter of protest on the YKY" rise in taxes was reat from Mr. Walter Holben in whioh he pointed out that his taxes h~d been raised from $28.00 for 1942 to ~44.50 for 1943. The Counoil took no aotion. --, ! I i A letter from Mril~. Senft ,protesting her rai,se in taxes was read but no aotion was taken., Lease No. W.3710.eng-179 was returned by Harrison R. Kinoaid, Real Estate Direotor" U. S. Engineers, Anohorage, Alaska together with release papers. This matter was presented to the Council but no aotion was taken. UJl1ted 3tates Treasurer oheckes No. 72,626 and No.404,'202 both in payment of rentals were presented to the Council but no action was taken. It was moved by Mr. stanton and seconded by Mr. Erdman that the meeting stand adjou~ned. Motion carried. Attest: Mayor City Clerk Regular Meeting October 4, 1943 The Common Counoil of the City of Seward oonvened in regula session at 8:20 P.M. wity the followtng membsrs: Mayor Osbo, and Counoilmen stanton, stilwell, Paulsteiner, and Moser. Absent, Counoilmen: Erdman and Cooper. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. ~ieut. Saunders of the Post utilities wae asked by the Mayo wBa.t assistance they oould render in street work for the oaning winter. Lt. Saunders 'replied that the three streets used extensi ly b~ the ArmW, i.e. Third, Fourth, and ~ifth Avenues had been an would be patrolled by the Armw but that acoording to Col. Chamber lain would have to be by special arrangements during off hours of the 'enlIsted personnel and that the operators would expeot pay at the 'rate of ~2.50 per hour. It was suggested by the Mayor that '200.00 per month be allowed for extra labor in patrolling the .treets. It was moved by Mr. Paul steiner and seconded by Mr. S~ari~on ~hat '200.00 pr month be allowed to pay army personnel fo patrolling streets and alleys. under the dIreetion of Chief HOlben. Motion oarried. --/ I .. Mrs. Connally requestecd permission to erect a 'sign at the corner of ~ourth Avenue and Adams indicating church services in the IOOF Hall. Motion by Mr. stilwell seconded by Mr. Stanton th permission be granted. Motion oarried. Mr. Harold Horton presented his tax sta~ement but the Counc saw fit to take no aotion. ~. 1..9fB&fi ~ ';; 109 I Capt. Loman of Fort Raymond raised the question of City Health fficer and stated that his relations with Dr. Banister had always leasant and saw no reason why such relations should not continue. Mr. ~ay tendered the resignation of Dr. Weston. as ~ity Health fficer with special thanks from Dr. Weston to the XkK Council for heir very pleasant cooperation. Mayor Osbo suggested that the appointment of the ~ity Health fficer be held open until such a time as applications from Drs. nister and Sellers and Capt. Loman could be submitted. Capt. Loman spoke in terms of highest praise concerning the nitary oonditions of Seward. Mr. Johnson, Safety Engineer"tendered his services through pt. Loman to cooperate with Chief Holben in making inspections r fire prevention. The Oouncil acoepted Mr. Johnson's offer with anks. . I Mayor Osbo introduoed the question of the Seward Electric stem truck and requested the Council to grant Capt. Keating per- ssion to use the truck in connection with the Home Guard. It was ved by Mr. Stilwell and seoonded by Mr. stanton that Capt Keating b granted permission to use the truok with the understanding that C pt. Keating give the City a letter absolving the City of any and 1 responsibility of any accident whatsoever in connection with the o eration 01 the truck. Motion carried. A telegram was received and read from the Governor's Offioe questing recommendation or rejeotion of the application of a dump r Mr. Loughead. Motion by Mr. Stanton seconded by Mr. Paulsteine at Mr. Loughead be granted the truck. Motion carried. A letter was read from Mr. Raffensperger requesting that the reet be moved off of his lots in order that he might build a drive y into his property. It was pOinted out that this work was being complished. . It was moved by Moser and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that fore a deed was issued to Mr. Nogare it would be necessary fDD him pay taxes on the lots up to the time that the Army took them over tion carried. It was suggested by the Mayor that Mr. Chamberlain be permitte purchase the old furnace on his bid of $75.00 as the oly bid re- ived. Motion by Mr. Stilwell seconded by Mr. Moser that the bid acoepted. Carried. It was moved by Mr. Moser and seoonded by Mr. Paulsteiner that following bill. authorized by the Finance 60mmittee be passed by Council. I $3394.60 D..R Motion carried. It was moved by Mr. Stilwell and seoonded by Mr. Moser that th b 11 for $31.91 for repairing the pump on the City truck by the Res- ent Egineer be lassed. Carried. It was moved by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Paul steiner at the ~ payment to the seward Electric System for funds col- cted and deposited to the credit of the Town of Seward in the ount of $1016.29 as authorize4riby the Finance Committee be passed. rried. Interest on School Bonds ~~Krv.YXfiY'~~~'X.XIT.~~~~~~~~v Bills against the City of Seward in the amount of $661.58 were eeented to the Council. It was moved by Mr. Paulsteiner and second by Mr. Stilwell that the bills be paid. Motion carried. The monthly payroll in the amount of $1463.29 was presentedto Council. Motion by Mr. Moser seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that bills be paid. Carried. j 110 A petition from the Seward Volunteer Fire D,partment was read requesting that three additional fire hydrants be installed. They are to be located as follows: One at the north end of Second Aven one near the Labor Camp, and one near the standard Oil Plant. It was moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Stilwell that these fire hydrants be installed under'the dire4tion of the Fire Chief a that the Seward Water Supply be notified to that effeot. Carried. Bills for the Seward Eleotric System in the amount of $2511.0 were presented to the Counoil. It was moved by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Moser that the bills be paid. Motion carried. The Monthly payroll of the Seward Eleotrio System was present to the Counoil. Amount $1698.90. It was moved by Mr. Stilwell an seoonded by Mr. Paul steiner that the Bills be 'aid. Motion carrie . ~ . , I , Ootober 11, 1943 Reoessed Session of October 4, 19. The meeting of the Common Counoil of the City of Seward was, oalled to order by Mayor Osbo at 8:30 P. M. Those present were: Counoilmen stanton, Cooper, Paul steiner, and Moser. Those absent were:Counoilmen:Erdman and Stilwell. The resignation of Dr. Weston as City Health Officer was brou t before the Counoil. It .as moved by Mr. Stanton seconded by Mr. P 1- steiner that the resignation 'of Dr. Weston as'City Health Officer acoepted. Motion oarried. The Clerk was directed by the Mayor to writer a letter og thanks to Dr. Weston for his services. The appointment of a City Health Offioer was presented by the Mayor. It was moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Moser that Dr. Ray G. Banister be appointed City Health Officer. RI~Y~~. The salary to be $26.00 per month. Carried. A letter was read from Mrs. Katherine Rager, Clerk, Seward School Board requesting $2500.00 of the city's portion of the scho 1 budget fot the school year 1943-44. It was moved by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Stanton that this be paid. Motion carried. A letter was read from Mr. Hoben of the Seward Water Supply assuring the Counoil the heartiest oooperation in the installation of the three fire hydrants oreviously requested. Bids for the position of City Health Offioer were read from Drs. Banister and sellers. That of Dr. Banister was accepted. The follvwing olaims against the City were presented by the Clerk: Territorial collections Inoome tax witheld from employees George Richardson, Street Dept. It was moved by Mr. Stanton seoonded by Mr. the bills be Paid. Motion carried. $581.87 439.45 6.85 Paulsteiner that A voucher in favor of U.S. Treasurer against the Seward Eleot !ystem as a ~efund for Army labor was presented by the Clerk. It was moved by Rr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Paulsjeiner that the voucher be paId. Motion oarried. The question of the Hospital Lease was introduced by the Mayo . It was moved by Mr. Moser and seoonded by Mr. Cooper that the leas be exeouted with oorrespondenoe concerning the lease attached. Car The question of repairs to the oabin near the lower end of th tunnel was introduoe by the Clerk. After some disoussion it was moved by Mr. Cooper and seoonded by Mr. stanton that the oabin be sold and the Xka Clerk advertieefoabin for sale by sealed bils, bi s to be opened October 19 at 8:00 P. M. Motion carried. l_ ~ 111. The petition for the construction of a concrete sidewalk on lfth Avenu~ was presented by the Mayor.. After some discussion t was moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the Cle e ordered to secure the remaining signatures of property owners af ected and that he advertise for bids for the construction of the idewalk, bids to be opened at eight P. M. October 19, 1943 in the ouncil Chamber. Bidders must conform to the following specificati Sidewalk to be nine feet six inohes wide by six hundred feet ong by four inches thick with a six inch gravel fill underneath. t e urb to be six inches wide by ten inches deep. Concrete is to be a ne to five mixture with Resurrection River sand and gravel as aggr - ate. It is to be finished rough with wood trowel and blocked off ive foot squares. The Council reserved the right to reject any or 11 bids. A request to construct a ooncrete sidewalk in front o~ the uilding was presented from Mr. Wright of the USO. It was moved by . cooper and seoonded by Mr. Stanton that permission be granted ith the understanding that the ~ usa is to submit a survey show n ground grade and sidewalk grade and that the new walk must tie i nd conform with the present walk. This is subjeot to the approval f the City Council. An offer by Axel Peterson to build the sidewalk on Fifth Ave- was read by the C~erk. Sinoe bids had not been requested it wa opinion of the Council that the offer at a cost of $4440.00 cou be oonsidered. I Regu~ar Session October 18, 1943 The Meeting of the Common Counoil of the vity of Seward, alask was called to order by Mayor Osbo at 9:00P. K. Those present were: Councilmen stilwell, Cooper', Erdman, and Pauleteiner. Absent were: Councilmen stanton and Moser. The minutes of t'he last meeting were approved as read. By order of the ~Layor the Counoil went 'into KK Executive Meet- ing. The Auditor's Report was presented to the Council by Mr. Ray C, Hair. In this report l1r. Hare pointed o'ut the deplorable con- dition of the Delinquent Tax Rolls. It was movec by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Cooper that Mr. Chamberlain be hired to establish ownership of all property listed on the Delinquent Tax Re'oords. Motion carried. The Common Council recessed into Regular Session. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and Seconded by Mr. Cooper that the Auditor's report be accepted. Motion carried. The following bills were presented to the Council and payment was authorized: I Ray C. Hair, Auditor seward Library, Rent for September & Oct. Anchorage Sand and Gravel, DepOSit on Sewer Chase National Bank, Fee for Paying bonds TOTA.L $296.87 42.00 20.00 5.00 't363.87 It was movec by Mr. Erdman and seoonded by 1~. Cooper that the City of Seward purchase a police car similar if not identical to t one purchased by the Anohorage Police Department and that negotia- tions be initiated through the OPA for the purchase. Motion oarrie . A bid of $100.00 each on Lots 5 and 6 Blook 17 in Seward Town si te was submitted by Mr. Foy E. Malloaoy. It was moved by Mr. Pau - steiner and seconded by Mr. Erdman th~t the bid be accepted . ~otion carried. 112 OCTOBER 18. 1943 A bid of $10.00 for Lots 24 @nd 25 Blook 26 Seward Twwnsite was submitted by Mr. Ira B. Miller. It was moved by Mr. Erdman anc seconded by Mr. Cooper that the bid be acoepted provided that ther<< is no legal reason why these lots whioh lie in the old Lowell Oreel bed should not be sold. A protest was made by Pete his improvements. It was moved well that the assessment stand. , Miohelson against the assessment OJ by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. ltilw Motion carried. \"':!-.. A revised personal property tax statement of H. M. Murray was presented to the Counoil for its consideration. It was moved by Ml . Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Erdman that the revised statement be aocepted. Motion Carried. At the suggestion of the Clerk the Council directed that Carl Ling and C. P. Gilliland submit notarized personal property tax statements for consideration of the Counoil. The Council reoessed to meet at 8:00 P. M. October 19. 1943 for the purpose of obening bids for the construction of the sewers. Reoessed Session 10/19/43 The Common Council of the City of Seward. Alaska re-oonvened j n Regular Session to open bid on the oonstruction of the Seweres. Tt e bic of the Territory Construction Company of Sitka, Alaska was the only bid reoeived. Those ,resent were: Paulsteiner. and Moser. Mayor Osbo and Counoilmen Cooper. Erdman. Absent. Couoilmen stanton and Stilwell. A motion to suspend all rules was made by Mr. Paulsteiner and seconded by Mr. Erdman. Motion carried. It was moved by Mr. Moser and seoonded by Mr. Paulsteiner tha1 the bid of the Territory Construction Company, Sitka. Alaska. the only bid reoeived. subjeot to the approval of Mr. Earl D. MoGinty, District Engineer. FilA. Motion carried. Those voting Aye wer~: Councilmen Cooper. Erdman. Paulsteiner. and Moser. ~ Councilmel Stanton and Stilwell were absent. It was moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Moser that the Mayor and City Clerk be granted authority to ~uthorize Mr. Hicks, the Contraotor Representative to or~er neoessary material for extendin€ the sewer. Motion carrie.. ---f-;\. . The City Clerk was directed to write a letter to Mr. Ed Fondatn appointing him Foreman over all street work. R,E sn L U T' ION ---------- A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONTRACT TO THE LOWEST BIDDER, TO-WIT, TERRITORY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE CONSTRUC. TION OF SEWER FACILITIES, FEDERAL WORKS AGENCY PROJECT NO. 50-127 N. - i Whereas, the bid received for the construction of SEWER WACILITIES in the Town of Seward, Alaska, has been duly opened, read and c~mpared, and it appears that the TERRITORY CONSTRUCTION Q~. is the only bidder; end Whereas, such bid is within the avail~ble funds allocated for said construction, known as Federal Works Agency Project No.50-127 ~. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the contract for con- struction of said SEWER FACILITIES in the Town of Seward, A~aska, Federal Works Agency Project No. 50-127 N, be and the same 1S here- by awarded to the TERRITORY CONSTRU9TION GO. for'the sum ofTHLiTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY.'rHREEand 7,5/100 Dollars ($13,783.75). , I i " 11:~ October 19, 1943 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Thorwald Gsbo, Mayor, andHerry .L. Smith, City Clerk of the Town of Seward, Alaska, respectively b and they are hereby authorized to execu~e such construction con- tract and any other documents, agreements or instruments in connec- tion therewith for and on behalf of said Tpwn of Se~ard, Alaska. BE IT RESOLVED FURTHER, That it is understood and agreed be- tween the said Town of Seward, Alaska and TERRITORY CONSTRUCTION C awardee, that this award is tentative and may be rescinded or can- celled at any time prior to written notification that the award is final, and such notification is authorized upon receipt by the Town of Seward, Alaska of appropriate data from the District 8ngi- neer, Federal Works Agency. Passed and approved by the GOi~on vouncil of the Town of Sews d Alaska, on this 19th day of October, 1943. Thorwald Osbo, Mayor ATTEST: /Z' ~ ~ ~ ~~. Harr~mith, City ~lerk I, Harry L. Smith, City Slerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true allnd correct copy of the original passed and approved by the Common Council, isgned by the Mayor and City Clerk and sealed with the corporate seal of the Town of Seward, on this 19th day of October 1943. Harry L. Smith, City Clerk On proper motion and second meeting was adjourned. Attest: ~ ~Cle'rk Mayor * * ~ * c ~ * * * Regular Meeting November 1, 1943 The regular session of the Common Council of the ~own of ~war 'las~a was called to order by Mayor Osbo at 8: 15 :L'. IIi. with all mem ers pre sent. 1'he minutes of the last meeting were approvec as read 'lfi th the following correction: I A liliSOLUTION ..;.~IAimIHG 'l'IL CONTHACT TO l'HL .L(iV.EST BIDDER, T0-iUT, ~'1d:;ITORY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, l'~H~'HE COH::JTRUCTION OF SE\,Ert ~'ACILITn;S, ~'EDERAL \/Oi{KS AGEIWY PRU.T.r:CT HO. 50-127 l~ . , , Mrs. Luella James addressed the meeting and explained that it as necessary for her to leave Seward for an indefinite time she I ould like for the City to assist her in making arrangements for isposing of her u~dertaking establishment. After some discussion he Mayor appointed the following committee to see what arrangement could be made. Committee, Councilmen Stilwell and Stanton. Mr. Brdman introduced the question of Mr. Van ~irk's possibili y of being called into the servioe and suggested that Mr. Van Lirk be grar-ted a three months leave of absence without pay and should he fail to get into the service he be given his job back. Due to the 114 fact that a good man might not be interested in a temporary appoin ment the Mayor did not favor this aotion. At the olose of the dis oussion it was moved by Mr. Stilwell and seconded by Mr. Erdman th t the City Clerk write a letter of reoommendation for Mr. Van Kirk. Motion oarried. It was the opinion of Mayor Osbo that either the Fire Chief 0 the Chief of Polioe should remain at the Fire Hall. On the introduotion of the question of Night viatobman by Mr. Erdman Mr. Paulsteiner moved and Mr. Cooper seoonded that the City Clerk advertise for applioations for the position of Night Watch- man and Janitor at the Fire Hall at asalary of $300.00 per month. Applioations to be opened November 15. 1943. Motion oarried. Mayor Osbo asked that the Committee on Fire 'roteotion appoint one of the Firemen.. to serve Fire Warden on windy nights. A note was read by the Clerk from Mrs. Balderston to the effe that sinoe she paid taXes on only 5~bof her stock last year that w all she expeoted to pay on this year. The clerk was instruoted by the Council to notify Mrs. Balderston that she would be expected t pay on the fUll amount of her stock for the year, 1943. It was moved by Mr. Paul steiner and seconded by Mr. Erdman th the foll~wing resolution be passed. RES 0 L UTI 0 N Be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of Seward. Alaska, in regular session assembled that all taxes, both Real and ?erBonal. for 1943. shall be declared delinquent on Deoember 15. 1943. Motion oarried. It was moveo by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Cooper that letters of thanks be written to Col. Chamberlain and Maj. Warklfor their sple6did oooperation during their periods of duty at this station. Motion carried. Mr. Paulsteiner raised the question and pOinted out undesirab"- lity of establishing a prophylactic station on the property of Mr. Ottosaa. A petition of property owners affected was suggested by the Mayor as the proper approach to the Commanding Officer. After addressin~ the Council Mr. Keating stated that the War Fund drive ran over '1,800.00 on November 1. 1943. He then intro- duced the KENAI PENINSULA PICTORIAL and asked the Council if the City would like to sponsor the front page. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Stanton that the City sponsor the first page of the Piotorial at a cost not to exceed $.100.00. Motion carried. A letter was read from Mrs. Ironside protesting her Personal Property tax for 1943. She stated in the letter that on the same propert1 she paid ~8.00taxe. in 1942 while for the current year ~t was ,20.00. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Mos r that the $20.00 tax stand. Motion oarried. A protest from Mrs. Josie SaDitk ooncerning her ~ersonal Prop ty tax was presented. It was moved by Mr. irdman and seoonded by Moser that the assessment stand. Motion carried. Bids for the City GMC Fire Truok were opened and since the bi of 0161.00 was the only bid received it was moved by Mr. Erdman an ~ seoonded by Mr. Paulsteiner that the bid of $161.00 be accepted. Motion carried. If . r , 1 . NOVNUBER 1. 1943 115--' A bid of $100.00 was made 7 in the 20wnsite of Seward. ecoded by Mr. Erdman that the by George k~vrogeorge on Lot 37 Bloc It waS moved by Mr.Paulsteiner and bid be accepted. Motion carried. A bid of $25.00 was made by Tom L. Ermatr on ~ot 27 Block 5 in aubner Addition to the Origional Townsite of Seward. It was moved y Mr. stanton and seconded by Mr. Moser that the bid be accepted rovided that this lot belongs to the City. Councilmen stanton, ooper. Paulsteiner. and Moser Voted. Aye. Councilman Stilwell vote Io. Councilman Erdman was non-oommital. Clerk After ohecking the records on this property the/finds that this ot was sold to Martin L. and Edna G. Korbo May 4. 1943. Salaries for the month of October in the amount of $2,413.80 tere presented to the Council for payment. It was moved by Mr. ooper and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that the salaries be paid. otion carried. A bill for $31.50 for the Survey of the sidewalk on Fifth Aven e as presented for payment. It was moved by Mr. Stanton and seoonded y Mr. stilwell that the bill be paid. Motion oarried. Salaries and bills of the Seward Electrio System in the amount f $3.293.10 were presented to the Counoil for payment. It was oved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the bills be aid. Motion oarried. On the proper motion and seoond the meeting was adjourned. Speoial Meeting November 5. 1943 A Special Session of the Common Council of the City of Seward. laska waS called to order by the Mayor. Those present were: ouncl1men stanton. Stilwell. and Erdman. Absnet. Councilmen: ooper. Paulsteiner, and Moser. Mr. Manley of Anohorage presented new plans for the Municipal ullding. After a careful study of the plans the Counoil acoepted hem. It' was moved by Mr. Erdman and seoonded by Mr. Stanten that Mr anly be authorized to assist the City Clerk in drawing up applioa- ion for a Federal Grant for t he construction of the Municipal uilding as per plans drawn and presented by Mr. Manley. Motion arried. On proper motion and second the meeting was adjourned. At e st 7 '" '-...f./. /~ ~y Clerk Mayor 116 Regular Meeting N'ovember 15, 1943 Th'e Common Council of the Town of Seward convened in' regular session at 8:00 P. M. Meeting called to order by Mayor Osbo. Present: Councilmen Cooper, Erdmann, Paulsteiner, stanton and Stilwell. . Absent: Councilman Moser --C,"- I j Mrs. Sheldon of the Seward School Board addressed the meeting and stated that another teacher was needed and recommended by Dr.Ryan Mr. Roth stated that the cost,of this extra teacher would be $2,062.50 and that ~r. Ryan would guarantee that the Territory woufd furnish its 80% of the salary. City would pay the other 20% 9r $412.50. Motion was made by Councilman Cooper seconded b~ Councilman Erdmann that the Council approve the hiring of another teacher. Upon roll call all members voted AYE Mr. Douglas Keating asked the intention of the Council regarding the street passing his property. He stated that a previous Council had assured the builder of his house that an 80' street would never'be developed and with this assurance he built only 4' from the street line. Now he has no parkin~ space. Mr. Erdmann stated that the streets were 80T wide and that lines would be established and must be left clear, but that the property owners could develop a gravel walk if they so desired. The ,letter from Mr. Clasby requesting that the U.S.O lots be deed- ed to the U.S.A. for the sum of 1.00 was tabled for Mr. Ray's opinion. Letter concerning insurance on fire equipemnt was read and the Clerk was instructed to c~eck with insurance agencies. Applications for the position of Night Watchman from Emil Fondahn 'and Ed Estes were read. Mo,tion was made by Mr. Erdmann, seconded by Mr. Stanton th.at the application of, Ed Estes at a salary of $300.00 per month be accepted, and that he work, under the suuer- vision of the Fire Chief. Upon roll call, all councilmen voted AYE. Motion was made by Mr. Erdmann, seconded by Mr. Cooper authoriztbg purchase of parts for the Light Plant according to list submitted by Mr. Bromson. . Upon roll call, all councilmen voted AYE. Mr. Stilwell moved and Mr. Erdmann seconded that a letter be writt n to Col. Archibald, Attention Utilities, requesting that the neces- sary facilities be installed to switch onto the army plant in case of an emergency. Motion was made by Mr. Paulsteiner, seconded by Mr. Stilwell that the City Clerk notify by letter the grader operator that his ser- vices ~ discontinued and that the Clerk be authorized to settle with him. Upon roll call all councilmen voted AYE The Mayor requested the Council to buy Lot 35, Block 15, Seward Townsite for $250.00 in order to clear the records. Motion was made by Mr. Stilwell, seconded by Mr. Cooper that the city purchas from Ragnhild Johnsen, Thorwald Osbo, Agent, deed to Lot 35, ~lock 15 for the sum of $250.00 in order to clear City records of tltle to said lot and that the deed in question be ~xectited a~ of July 2 1943. City Clerk was instructed to check up on Lots 5 and 6, Block 10 Federal Addition belonging to L. W. Bishop and Henry Horton. The Cl~rk was directed to notify Mr. Loughead that Washington St. be cleared of his material sheds and that Ogle's Garage also be notified in writing to clear the street of unused cars. Letter to be delivered by the Chief of Police. Clerk instructed to check with Mrs. Lechner and with Mrs. Sauter - 11~~~ DECEMBER 6, 1943 REGULAR SESSION December 6, 1943 The Common Council of the Town of Seward convened in regular ession at 8:30 P. M. Meeting called to order by Mayor Osbo. I Present: Councilmen, Stanton, Stilwell, Erdman, Paulsteiner and Moser. Absent: Councilman, Cooper. Minutes of the previous meetings were approved as read. A letter from Mrs. Minnie Coulter was read by the Clerk in whi h he protested against the destruction of her property durin~ the de elopment of Second Avenue. Mayor Osbo asked Mr. Erdman what the onditions were when the work was completed. Mr. Erdman stated tha o property on Mrs. Coulter's land was destroyed; that the City had eplaced her building with a practically new one; and that Mrs.Coul er ad been notified in ample time to make all necessary arrangements or her chickens. The other members of the Council were of the opi - ion that Mrs. Coulter had been dealt justly with by the City. Mayo Osbo then advised Mrs. Coulter E~<<XXKli that the City had acted in good faith and that any further action would have to be taken throu h the coutts. Mrs.Coulter told the Council that her husband had built the ouses and that she was not able to move or to rebuild them; that some of the strawberry plants on her land had been destroyed; and that the street line was run before any measurements were made. ~hen questioned by the Mayor mrs. Coulter stated that she had one undred feet of ground without running into the street. The Council was advised by Mrs. Coulter that Mr. Fondahn told er that they would move her cabins up onto the hill and that Mr. Erdman promised her two houses to replace her old ones. Mr. Erdman then told Mrs. Coulter that he had promised to try to get her a ouse which they did. Mayor Osbo then advised Mrs. Coulter that the Council would take no further action until ordered to by the court. I A letter from Col. Archibald was read by the Clerk in which th Colonel stated that to connect the Fort Raymond and the Seward Elec tric System plants for interchange of power was impracticable. Mr. Erdman presented a letter,which was read by the Clerk, fro r. MacArtney Re: to the consolidation of the two light plants. After a short discussion of the bonds for the proposed Municip 1 Building it was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Stilwell th t the Clerk ascertain the status of the bonds. Upon roll call all councilmen voted Aye. The purchase of a dragline and hoist for the Street Department as presented by the Clerk. After a brief discussion it was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Stanton that this equipment be purchased at a cost of $250.00. Upon roll call all councilmen vote Aye. The Clerk was requested to check on mercantile licenses of the Northern Cab. The records show that the Northern Cab has licenses for two cars. The question of the taxes for the current year of Mr. Peel was introduced by the Clerk. After a short discussion it was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Moser that the assessment stand. The Following Councilmane voted Aye: Stanton, Erdman, Paulsteiner, and Moser. Councilman Stilwell was non-commital. Councilman Cooper was absent. 120 DECEMBER 6, 1943, CONT'D. The taxes for the current year on the Episcopal Rectory was presented by the Clerk. After a short discussion it was moved by Mr. Stanton seconded by Mr. Erdman that the taxes for 1943 on the above mentioned property be cancelled. Upon roll call all Council. men present voted Aye. The following resolution previously signed by the Mayor and all Councilmen was adopted. RRSOLUTION NO" A RESOLUTION REVISING THE DISTRIBUTION OF ESTIMATED COSTS OF F W A PROJECT NO. 50-127, SEWER FACILITIES. WHEREAS, It has been determined the City of Seward would as- sume all cost for Preliminary Work, Engineering, Legal and Admin- istrative and Miscellaneous Costs, in order to apply all funds re- ceived by grant from Federal Works Agency to Construction Costs, And WHEREAS, It has been determined that all such funds will be required to meet said 60st of Construction; 1. Preliminary 2. Land and Right-of-way 3. Construction 4. Engineering 5. Legal and Administrative 6. Interest 7. Miscellaneous IT RESOLVED, That the Federal Works Agency change distribution of funds as set up by 1 for said Project, to confoem as follows: From This ,Change To 150.00 - 150.00 xxx xxx 15,000.00 ~ 1,200.00 900.00 - 900.00 100.00 - 100.00 xxx xxx 50.00 - 50.00 xxx xxx 16,200.00 xxx xxx xxx xxx NOW THEREFORE, BE be requested hereby to Project Memorandum No. Total 16,200.00 xxx 16,200.00 Passed and approved by the Common Council, City of Seward, Alaska, on this 29th day of November, 1943 Mayor Seal Attest: City Clerk the Te following Financial Statement was made to the Council by Clerk: Bank Statement Balance Less Out-standing Checks Balance Plus Cash on Hand, 12/6/43 Balance $21,987.99 3.509.67 18,478.32 1,000771 19,479.03 ~ 1 A letter from Mr. Clasby Re: usa Site was read by the Clerk. , After a short discussion the Council passed the following Resolu- t ion: 11~-" . ., November 15 , 1943 I concerning pplice car. 7' made No further business app' aring, upon motion! by Mr. Stanton, seconded by Mr. Stillwell, meeting was adjourned. I The Clerk presented a list of checks which had been approved by I i the Finance Com mi ttee as follows: \1 Income Tax, $537.90; Seward Electric System, 5.96; Territorial I Treasurer, $90.83; Forrest Kennedy, 16.62; Chamber of Commerce, I $100.00. Motion was made by Mr. Cooper, seconded by Mr. Stilwell that these checks be authorized. Upon roll call all councilmen voted AYE. The following bills, approved by the Finance Committee were pres~t d: Hadley Company, $8.08; Seward Trading, 1.70; Staqdard Oil 00.,12.6 McMullen's, $1.8e~ Seward Water, $135.00; Ogle's Garage, 54.75; Andy's Express, 55.68; John Paulsteiner, $293.55;Seward Light & Power, 28.01. Motion was made by Mr. Erdmann, seconded by Mr. Cooper that these bills be paid. Upon roll call all councilmen voted AYE Mayor ATT EST: City Clerk ****,.p~** I Special Session November 20, 1943. Special session of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska .was called to order by Mayor Osbo at 7:45 P. M. Those present were Oouncilmen. 8tanton,S1;11w.11:, Erdman. and Paulsteiner. Abse;nt was Councilman Al Moser. Mr. Erdman presented a letter from Major George C. Bestor stating what assistance the City might expect from the Army in the install lation of the Salt Water Main. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the let- ter from Major Bestor be made a part of these minutes. Motion car- rIed. HEADQ.UARTERS RARBOR DEFENSES OF SEWARD AND FORT RAYMOlID Fort Raymond, AlaSka I /jfa 19 November 1943 Mr Tom Erdmann City Hall, .seward, Alaska Dear Sir: i As a result of the disoussion held in my office this date, it is agreed that the follvwing action will be taken subject to unfor- seen changes in conditions: SALT WATER LINE Post to furnish four(4) men and a truck to distribute pipe. Resident Engineer to furnish hoe and bulldozer, with operators un- l1R less it develops he has no funds to pay latter. City to furnish a plumber, lead and babbit. . Post to furnish six (6) unskilled men, when available, helpers. Resident Engineer to set grade. utilities Offioer to furnish tools as he has available. as plumbers SEIER LII:rn ------.. ! Resident Engineer to furnish hoe without operator. Resident Engineer to furnish bulldozer if available, without operator. Assuring you again of our desire to cooperate as far as we CaD. Yours very truly, GEORGE C BESTOR Major, C.A.C. Executive offioer It was moved by Mr. stanton and seoonded by Mr. Paulsteiner that the City proceed with the installation of the Salt Water Main and seoure as much assistanoe as possible from the Army. Motion Carried. A request to use the City's old dump truok from John Bartholoma by the Clerk. It was moved by Mr. stilwell and seoonded by Mr. stanton that the City Clerk be authorized to rent the old dump trlok to any respon~ sible party and that the City be absolve af any and all responsibi- lity for any aooident whatsoever while the truok is being used undEr rental agreement. Motion oarried. The Clerk was instruoted to have eaoh of the three insuranoe agen- oies write $6,000.00 insuranoe of the Fire equipment of the City 01 Seward, Alaska. Sinoe there was no further business to come before the meeting it adjourned on the motion of Mr. stanton seoonded by Mr. Paulsteiner. ----, I Mayor ATTEST City Clerk \" ~ DECEMBER 6, 1943, CONT'D. 1')-1 -J . ORDINANCE NO.159 For the Sale to the United States of America of Lots 31, 32, and 33, Block 16 BE IT ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, duly assembled in quorum this 6th day of December, 1943, that WHEREAS, the City of Seward held legal title to Lots 31, 3? and 33, in Block 16 of the Seward Townsite according to the offi- cial plat thereof, and WHEREAS, said property has not by the City been devoted to any public use, and Whereas, the United States of America has instituted a condem nation proceeding for the acquisition of said property, the same being cause No. 8-2743 Civil in the District Court for the Third Division, Territory of Alaska, and to WHEREAS, said property is to be and has been devoted/the buil and maintenance of a U. S. O. structure, and WHEREAS, the advantages to the City of Seward are far in exce s of the value of said real estate; and that it is the desire of the Council that the United States of America acquire said property fo the nominal consideration of $1.00, now, Therefore, WHEREAS, it is the judgment of this Council that it is advan- tageous to the City of Seward that this property be acquired by th United States of America and devoted to the above noted public use, and BE IT ENACTED that the City of Seward transfer to the United States of America all of its right, title and interest in and to Lots 31, 32 and 33 of Block 16 of the Seward Townsite according to the officIal plat thereof, for the consideration of $1.00, and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the City Attorney be and he is her - by authorized to execute such stipulations and other documents as are necessary to effectuate the intention of this Ordinance and agree on behalf of the City of Seward that $1.00 is full compensat for the lands above described taken by the United States of Americ in th~ above mentioned condemnation proceeding. DATED at Seward, Alaska, this 6th day of December, 1943 Attest: Mayor Municipal Clerk I I hereby certify that the above is a true, correct and full copy of an Ordinance enacted by the City of Seward bearing the number 159 and recorded in Volume 5 of the minutes of the City Council for the City of Seward at page 121. Municipal Clerk 129 DECEMBER 6, 1943, CONT'D. The following bills were presented to the Council for action: November salaries $2199.31, First National Bank, Fiscal Abent, $69.90, Territorial Treasurer $1,341.75, Osbo's 41.08 Standard Oil $2.95, S. L. & P. $22.13, Dr. Banister $8.00, A~dY'S Express $63.24, Seward Hardware $3.25, Seward ~ater Supply $135.00, Seward Metal Works $7.35, T. L. Erdman $25.00, Seward Library $21.00, Post Recreation Fund $50.00. It was moved by Mr. Erdman the bills and salaries be paid. sent voted Aye. and seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that Upon roll call all Councilmen pre- Payroll and bills for the Seward Electric System were presentej to the Council as follows: Gene Bronson, $330.20; Alfred Clayton, 279.12; Thomas Howell, 260.80; Carl Mueller, 250.40; James Andrews, 224.20; Bessie Malloy, 120.00; Marcus Felder, 44.51; Marcus Felder, Army Check, 169.84; Cash; 30.00; Standard Oil Company, 763.42; Seward Hardware, 49.60; Osbo s 41.25; McMullen's, ID.15; John Paulsteiner, 22.10; Seward Water Supply, 5.00; First National Bank, Fiscal Agent,260..45; Seward Light & Power, 7.50; Ogle's Garage, 15.60; H.S.Balderston, Agent, $13.88. Total, $2,898.02. Motion was made by Mr. Paulsteiner, seconded by Mr. Erdmann that these bills be paid. Upon roll call all Councilmen present voted AYE. No further business appearing, motion was made by Mr. Stanton, seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that the meeting adjourn. Motion carried. Attest: Mayor City ClB rk * * * * * * * * * REGULAR SESSION DECEMBER 20. 1943 The Common Counoil of the Town of Seward oonvened in regular session at 8:10 P. M. Deoember 20. 1943 and was called to order by lIayor Osbo. Present were Councilmen: Stanton. Stilwell. Cooper. Erdman. and paulsteiner. Absent was Counoilman: Moser. Minutes of the last session were approved as read. IIr. Mann representing the Seward Volunteer Fire Department introduced the lack of eo-ordination in the fire department and stated that he had contacted Mr. Loughead who gave him a copy of the ordinanoe on fire control of the City of Anchorage. Mr. Ray suggested that the Fire Control Committee make a copy of the ordi- nance and strike out those clauses not applicable to or that would work a hardship on local businesses. Mr. Mann asked for permission to participate in a benefit bout in order to raise funds for building a tower for signal light to denote the section of the city SkKX in which the fire was looat d. This permission was granted. -l ",,-- DECEMBER 20. 1943. COll~IlrnED 1')') .;...,1;< i :.~~..II'I "1 ~.,d# , It was moved by Mr. stanton and second'ed by )lr. Paulsteiner that the Clerk write a letter to Col. Archibald requesting that he would have the necessary ohanges made that will permit of free ao- cess to the fire hydrant at the lower end of Adams street near the Standard Oil Plant in order that the fire eng1ne can reach the fire hydrant without dealy. upon roll call all Counoilmen present voted AYe. Mr. Myers promised that he would install fire hydrants as a~ soon as possible. As a committee to draw up a Fire Ordinance the Mayor appoint- ed the following members: Councilmen stanton. Stilwell. and Cooper. ~hese,Co~oilmen are to work ,With Mr. ~ay. Acoording to Mr. Ray's statement the Building Ordinanoe was in the Clerk's office last summer. ' The agreement between theU:atT' <<lrB ,Se1ltai'ii.; thfhAlatka Hallroad and the United States Army for the installation of the Salt Water Main w~s outlined by Mr. ~ay. ' It,was moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Cooper that the Clerk write a letter to Mr. Terrell requestins that he return whatever fire equipment that was on the old fire truok whibh he purohased from the City. Upon roll call all Counoilmen present voted Aye. The Clerk was direoted to write Col. Ohlson advising him that the City is ready to l~y the sewer line aoross the railroad proper ty. %i'I' ."'t' '~~II ~he following req~ests for licenses were presented to the council for approval John Matich and Jpe Doshen. Ro ss Mann Liquor store and Bev. Disp. Heverage Dispensary Wm. H. l~oviok Liquor store and Bev. Disp. Vance Hitt Beverage Dispensary Liquor Store Liquor Store Seward Trading Company B. A. and Pearl Gillam I It was moved by Mr. Cooper and seconded by Mr. Paul steiner that the above applications be approved. Upon roll call all Coun- oilmen present voted Aye. The application of ~ony ~arich for liquor store and beverage dispensary Lioense was presented to the Council for approval. It was moved by Mr. st,anton and seconded by Mr. Stilwell that the lioense for beverage Aispensary be approved and that the Clerk notify Mr. Parich that if and when he meets the legal requirement for the liquor store license it will be approved. Upon roll oall all Counoilmen present voted Aye. Mr. Ray explained to the \jounoil that the reason for not 1/ having the bonds for the Municipal Building printed was that in V case Federal aid was granted the bonds would be of no value. It was moved by Mr. Stanton and secondec by Mr. Cooper that the following repairs on the old dump truok be authorized. liew battery and starter repaired. Approxir,late cost. 1P25.OO. Upon roll call all Councilmen present voted Aye. A request from Mrs. Malloy for straightening out diecreancie in the Seward Electrio System'aArmy account was presented by the ~&!rk. It was moved by Mr. Erdman and seconded by ~r. Cooper tha A s work be allowed. Upn roll call all Counoilmen present voted -78. 124 DECEMBER 20, 1943, CONTINUEj) It was moved by Mr. Stanton and seconded by Mr. Cooper that Mr Ray write a le~ter to the Clerk of the Court requesting that Mr. Brown.ll be requested to pay a license of $100.00 per year on his theater and that Mr. John Bartholoma and Mr. Walter Holben eaoh be requested to pay $60.00 license on their hauling. Upon roll Call all Councilmen present voted Aye. It was moved by Mr. stanton and aeoonded by Mr. stilwell that the Fire Department be authorized to make the following installatio~s and repairs: Signal Light Tower, street Signs, and Relay and Repait's for Fire Siren. Upon roll oall all Counoilmen present voted Aye. The following bills were presentea to the Council for consider- ation by the 'Clerk: Alaska Railroad, freight on fire hydrants, $37. 69, Glenn Carrington and Company, fire hydrants .666.40. These bills to be paid out of the Salt, Water Main funds. On mo- tion by Ur. stanton seconded by Mr. Cooper all Counoilmen ~_~_. present voted Aye. The following bills to be paid out of the City funds were pre- sented to the Council b) the Clerk. Bank of seward, School Gymnasi- um Bond $1,000.00; Interest.on School Gymnasium Bonds, $600.00; Petty cash for Ootober and November, $86.15; Firemen's Payroll for November, $43.50. On Motion by Mr. Stanton seoonded by Mr. Paul. steiner,. all eouncilmen present voted Aye. '(~" ~"" The following financial statement account was presented by the Clerk: Origional deposit Oscar Dahl, John Paulsteiner Ogle'S Garage John ~aulsteiner AlaSka Railroad Glenn Carrington and Company Alaska Railroad Glenn' Carrington and Company' Balance on the Ss.l t Water Main $7,500.00 rl 1250.00 464.45 4.45 4.60 726.39 3,375.03 37.69 566.40 5.428.91 2,070.09 Since there was no further business, on motion by Mr. Stanton seconded by Mr. stilwell, the meeting adjourned. Attest: Mayor City Clerk Special Session December 27, 1943 'Special Session of the Common Counoil of the Town of Seward, Alaska was callen to order by Mayor usbo at l2~45 ~. M~ Present were: Counoilmen Stanton, Cooper, Erdman, and Paulste:ner. Absent were: Counoilmen Stilwell and Moser. ','l~ Mayor usbo suggested that the sewer faoilities oonstruction b4 postponed until spring due to the Army'S failure to furnish equipm4 nt. Mr. ~ushlng representing the Territory uonetruct1on uompany stated that he would be willing to wait until such as the City could , secure the equipment but, since the delay entailed added cost, req ested that hi,s company be reimbursed for the add1 t10nal expense. 1 t was mOved b;>' Mr. cooper seconded by Mr. Paulsteiner that 11th the consent of the contractor the sewer construction be held until such a time as equipment was available. , Mr. Erdman stated that he would be Willing to reimburee the c<n- traotors for the added cost of the delay. The other members of th~ Council, acquiesoed. It was moved by Mr. Cooper seoonded 'thorizedto' install the Balt Water Main. .' voted An "-J! L ~: ;::: by Mr. Paul steiner be au- Al,l Counoilmen pr'esent Mayor