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Page 7 — May 8, 2007 New Brighton Council Minutes Mayor requested Andy Lawonn, Boy Scout troop #106 introduce himself. He attended the council meeting as part of earning a citizenship merit badge. *Mayor Larson gratefully acknowledged Leone Rose from the Kitchen Kut up band for their donation. 7. Authorization for Public Safety to Submit DHS Grant Application Report No. 07 -101. (moved from consent agenda.) Bob Jacobson, Director of Public Safety explained the grant is designed to provide assistance in the cost to replace the 1955 fire vehicle. The vehicle is currently used primarily for grass fires. Currently there are funds in the vehicle replacement fund, however the cost of a new vehicle would exceed the budgeted amount. Motion by Councilmember Bauman, seconded by Councilmember Burg to authorize staff to pursue a grant application for 2007 United Stated Department of Homeland Security DHS Assistance to Firefighters Grant AFG program. 5 Ayes - 0 Nays, Motion Carried Municipal Advisory Commission Reports: Dean Lotter -City Manager Mr. Lotter expressed gratitude to Councilmembers for teambuilding retreat wrap -up session. The MCMA conference will be attended May 10'' and 11 `h. Councilmember Mary Bure -- Parks, Recreation, and Environmental Commission Councilmember Burg attended the Parks, Recreation and Environmental commission meeting, it was reported that the Disc Golf course is going very well. Also reported was the success of Brightwood Hills, golf play was increased by 19 %. Councilmember Ann Hoffman - Economic Development Commission Councilmember Hoffman attended the Economic Development Commission meeting. AN group has been successfully negotiated. Timbercraft Enterprises are finalizing agreements for the former Marv's transmission site. The business council met, and will next meet in July. Councilmember Sharon Doffing - Planning Commission Councilmember Doffing reported she missed a few meetings due to recent illness. The Public Safety Volunteer Appreciation dinner was attended. It was reported that over 160 volunteers serve in New Brighton. Residents were encouraged to attend National Night Out block parties, August 7`t'. Volunteer of the year was awarded to Bob Parrot. Councilmember Doffing spent time visiting the Disc Golf course. Councilmember Gina Bauman - Public Safety Commission 7. Authorization for Public Safety to Submit DHS Gran Application. Report No. 07 -101. (moved from consent agenda.)