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May 28, 2013 Page 2 of 8 Firefighter Brian Crocker requested the Council adopt a Resolution recognizing the participation of the New Brighton Firefighters in the Muscular Dystrophy Association's Fill the Boot Campaign. He explained the department has been involved in this campaign for the last three years and has raised over $26,000. He noted the goal this year was to raise $10,000 during the three -day event. Jack Pepkin, Muscular Dystrophy Association, thanked the Council for the City's continued support. He discussed the research and camps that were provided by the MDA because of the contributions collected through the Fill the Boot Campaigns. A mother named Melanie discussed her involvement with the Muscle Walk and explained her son, Ethan had Muscular Dystrophy. She felt very blessed to have MDA support noting her son was looking forward to attending camp this summer. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Samuelson to adopt a Resolution recognizing the participation of New Brighton Firefighters in the Muscular Dystrophy Association's Fill the Boot Campaign, June 4 -6, 2013. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried 2. Presentation of 2013 New Brighton Stockyard Days Ambassador Portrait City Manager Lotter introduced the 2013 New Brighton Stockyard Days Ambassadors to the Council. The members were in attendance to present the Council with an ambassador portrait Mayor Jacobsen presented the ambassadors with a key to the City and thanked each of them for representing the City of New Brighton. A round of applause was offered by all present Twin Cities Gateway Presentation. City Manager Lotter explained Steve Markuson had a presentation for the Council this evening regarding Twin Cities Gateway. Steve Markuson, Executive Director of Twin Cities Gateway (TCG), thanked the Council for their time this evening. He discussed the numerous benefits of tourism on the economy stating tourism in Minnesota generates $32 million a day and employs 240,000 Minnesotans. He indicated tourism dollars are spent throughout the community through recreation, transportation, shopping lodging and dining. The 2012 TCG budget was reviewed noting 18% was spent on administration while 82% was spent on madding and promotional efforts. He noted the area has seen a dramatic increase in lodging tax receipts over the past three years. Regional Grant Awards were discussed in detail. He noted TCG contracted with the University of Minnesota Tourism Center for on -site visitor intercepts at 16 locations. He learned that the primary reason for visiting the TCG area was to attend sporting events, visit family /friends, enjoying area attractions, or to participate in outdoor recreation. Mr. Markuson reviewed new features available on the TCG website with the Council. He reported on the efforts taking place that directly affect the City of New Brighton, while also reviewing the 2013 strategic objectives. An overview of the current publications and online efforts was provided Mr. Markuson thanked New Brighton for their continued support. He presented the City with a member city grant totaling $8,500, which was to be used for marketing and promotion of community festivals and events. Councilmember Samuelson thanked Mr. Markuson for his efforts on behalf of the City of New Brighton. Councilmember Jacobsen was pleased to see the lodging revenues increasing over the past three years, as this was a direct reflection of the positive impacts being made by TCG. Councilmember Burg thanked City Manager Lotter for his service on the TCG board. 2. Present,&nof2013 New Brighton Stockyard Days AmUassadorPortrait 3. Twin Cities Gateway Presentation