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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 9, 1987 <br />OUNCIL APPOINTMENT - CONT. <br />• <br />Mayor Grabek stated that he felt it important to make <br />this appointment as soon as possible. <br />Councilmember Sime felt more time would not change the <br />vote. <br />Mayor Grabek and Councilmember Sime indicated that they <br />both feel•Mr. Callahan is the best qualified candidate <br />to serve on the Council at this time. <br />Gary Printup and Curt Quady felt that under the <br />circumstances a special election should be held to fill <br />this appointment. <br />Councilmember Peterson stated that she believed the <br />appointment of Mr. Callahan would result in the three <br />male councilmembers becoming one vote in future <br />decisions. <br />Mayor Grabek stated that he felt Councilmember <br />Peterson's claim was unfounded. His reason for <br />nominating Mr. Callahan are based on his past experience <br />on the Planning Commission and dedication to the City. <br />Motion, Ayes 2, Nays 2. Councilmember Goetten and <br />Peterson voted nay. Motion fails. <br />At this point, Mayor Grabek appointed Mr. Ed Callahan to <br />the vacant Council seat. <br />City Attorney Blatz stated that to formalize Mayor.. <br />Grabek's appointment, he must file his appointment in <br />writing to the City Clerk as soon as possible. <br />Mayor Grabek acknowledged that he would file his <br />appointment the following day. <br />13 <br />