Agenda - Council - 09/08/1987 - Closed Executive Session and Special Meeting

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and thus a unanimous ballot was cast. subsequently turned over to Jim Rahn. The meeting was Nominations for vice-chairman were opened. Motion was made and seconded that Marilyn Schultz serve as vice chairman. There were no other nominations, nominations were closed, and thus a unanimous ballot was cast. Nominations for secretary were opened. The purpose of this position was strictly to take meeting minutes and does not include any other secretarial responsibilities. Motion was made and seconded that d'Arcy Bosell serve as secretary. There were no other nominations, nominations were closed, and thus a unanimous ballot was cast. It was discussed that the City of Ham Lake assume the responsibility of the secretarial duties, keep track of the expenses and if they accumulate to a substantial degree, the group will go back to their respective cities for donations. Name of the Organization: The acronym CORONA does have significant meaning. Motion was made and seconded that we adopt the name Coalition of Rural Outlying Neighboring Areas (CORONA). MOTION carried unanimously. Goals: The goals included in the minutes of July 9th are not to be construed to be the total goals of the organization and as we go on they may change. This should always be kept in the forefront of the organization. Motion was made and seconded to adopt the goals as presented in the July 9th minutes. Motion carried unanimously. Next Meeting: The questionnaire is to be completed and ready for mailing prior to the next meeting. Any changes should be called to d'Arcy Bosell or Doris Nivala in the next day or two. The question was asked about dues to meet some of the expenses we may incurr. It was also suggested that a press article be written up and submitted to the paper for further exposure. Bill Dom will get the names of the legislators and then present a draft letter to chairman Hahn for review and distribution by the Ham Lake staff. Ham Lake is to be used as the clearing house for information and such items should be directed through the City Clerk. The-letter should contain a RSVP with two dates and also a follow-up phone call. Also include an envelope to aid in returning the RSVP. The meeting was suggested to be held on September 10th and 24th as the next meeting (August 27th) would not allow us enough lead time. Once the letter is drafted, the chairman and vice chairman will review same, along with the questionnaire. Metropolitan Council representative Josephine Nunn has requested time to meet with us. What response should be given to her? page 3 It