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April 28, 2009 Page 4 of 5 they have worked very well for pedestrians and bicyclists. Motion by Councilmember Phillips, seconded by Mayor Larson to endorse a solution that includes temporary signalization at 35W & % intersection with possible improvements at Highway % at Old Highway 8 and defer to the Arden Hills position for the section that affects them the most. There was discussion related to roundabouts, bicycle traffic and pedestrian usage. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates g!y Manager --Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported he has met with one of the three unions, with the other two forthcoming to discuss the idea of furloughs. The first discussion with the unions went `very well." Also discussions will be occurring with employees to discuss early retirement options. The scheduled workession for May 5, 2009, maybe moved to May 4, 2009. The City did obtain some tax exempt language in the omnibus tax bill. Counc hnember Mary Bum -Parks Recreation and Environmental Commission Councilmember Burg attended a Town Hall meeting at Freedom Park with Representative Kate Knuth and County Commissioner Jan Parker. The North Suburban Cable Commission volunteer appreciation dinner was attended. The New Brighton Area Historical Society honored the City of Mounds View for celebrating their 50 year anniversary. The North Suburban Cable Commission scholarship program awarded 16 scholarships. Gratitude was expressed to the Public Safety Department for their assistance in the open houses at the two local greenhouses. Councilmember Burg wished Mayor Larson a Happy Birthday. Coundhnember David Phi limPlanninQ Commission Councilmember Phillips attended the recent Planning Commission meeting, a minor ordinance change was addressed at this evening Council meeting to facilitate the Mission Foods project. Councimember Sharon Doffing -Public Safety Commission Several Police Explorers participated in a Statewide Explorer Conference and competition. The Explorers, led by Officer Kathy McNeely, did a great job. A team that included Brian 0ockear (who is also a Firefighter), Kyle Eaton and Andrew From took first place in the Arrest and Search Team competition! On April 15th the Open House for Sharrow Lifting Products on County Road E2 was attended On April 17th Councilmember Doffing met with one of our leaders in the Faith Community, Pastor Peter Schultz of Hope Community Church on Long Lake Rd He wanted to know more about New Brighton and ways his congregation can serve in our community. On April 18th the annual Firefighter appreciation dinner was held, Firefighter Jeff Budnick was recognized as the Firefighter of the Year. Firefighter Budnick is also a member of the City of New Brighton Public Works Department: On April 19(h Councilmember Doffing attended the MN Chapter of MN Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) held at our Public Safety Center. MN COPS are committed to helping the surviving families oflaw enforcement officers who have paid the ultimate price. On Monday, April 20 the City Council quarterly meeting was held, where solutions to the 2009 budget shortfalls were discussed, The Civil Services Commission also met during that evening and our newest Civil Services member Cindy Ketola stopped by to meet the council. The Planning Commission meeting was held on April 21', our new Planning Commissioner Jim Alvey was welcomed. The next Public Safety Commission is meeting on Wednesday April 29th at the Public Safety Center: Commission Lkism Resorts. Announcement: and Updates