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June 21, 1976 Page 5 Sporleder to give the Commission some thoughts of how a City Survey could be conducted. Mr. Smith then mentioned that the house at 317 West Washington is for sale at a price — of $19,700 and stated that it was a very reasonable price for this property. Staff Report Ms. Rita Kopezynski reported that there was still $125.00 at the Notre Dame bookstore. She suggested the Commission pur- chase "The History of Notre Dame" by Dr. Thomas Schlereth. She also asked permission to purchase a reprint of the 1875 Atlas and Howard's 2 -volume History of St. Joseph County at the book barn for $65.00. Mr. Stivers made a motion that the Commission buy these books. Ms. Sporleder seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Ms. Kopezynski then discussed the status of the County Survey and the hiring of two research assistants for July and August. Ms. Davisson talked about the hiring of a Research Planner. Mr. Oxian stated that Ms. Kopezynski would continue to be in charge of the Commission office: It was mentioned that the position of the part-time Con- sultant was terminated. Ms. Kopezynski was advised to contact Marsha Mullin about the research assistant position. Mr. Smith stated that the $5,00 forthcoming should be spent in completing the County Survey. Mr. Oxian made a motion, that the Commission hire two short -terse research assistants at a salary of $500.00 each per month for July and August. Mr. Stivers seconded this motion. It passed unanimously. During the ensuing discussion it was brought out that these persons would be hired on a contractural basis and not liable to fringe benefits. It was also stated that the officers of the Commission will make the final decision, after screening process by Ms. Kopezynski. Mr. Oxian made a motion that a person be hired as an historic preservation planner, starting September 1 to December 31, in accordance with a prepared job description. Ms. Davisson seconded this motion and it passed unanimously. Mr. Rothermel was authorized to draw up a suitable job description for this position. 7; Old Business Plaques It was stated that an order for twenty plaques had been sent to and acknowledged by the Lake Shore Markers Company. Auto Tour Map Mr. Stivers reported that McDonald's had contracted Rink