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January 28, 2014 Page 3 of 7 did not want to provide the same level of fielding to CTV any longer. Even without any complaints regarding the PEG fees, Comcast wants to reduce the funding to local networks. She reported Comcast was recommending a 9% rate increase within their rate order. She did not understand how this would be wise given the number of subscribers was declining due to poor customer service. Councilmember Bauman stated it was her understanding that Comcast did not value local or community cable programming. However, with CTV hours and programs on the rise, this was proving the opposite. She appreciated Ms. Wilson for her dedication to community programming and for speaking on behalf of the franchise cities. Councilmember Burg discussed the community television programs that would be lost if Comcast got their way with the franchise. Ms. Wilson stated she would continue to fight to keep local programming maintained and operational. Councilmember Stlub questioned which complaints should be brought to Comcast and which should be directed to CTV. Ms. Wilson explained all calls should be directed to Comcast, but if matters are not resolved, residents should contact CTV. Mayor Jacobsen thanked Ms. Wilson for her service to the community. 3. Acceptance of the 2013 National Night Out 1St Place in the Nation Award and Adoption of the accompanying Resolution. Report No. 14 -022. Resolution No. 14-013. Acting City Manager Jacobson explained Deputy Director Dan Olson and Crime Prevention Officer Trevor Hamdorf would be presenting this item. Deputy Director Dan Olson stated it was his honor to present the City of New Brighton with the 2013 National Night Out 1 " Place in the Nation Award. He commended the City for their efforts. Crime Prevention Officer Trevor Hamdorf discussed the high level of community involvement in National Night Out stating the focus for 2013 was on protecting the future. He stated backpacks and school supplies were collected this past August. He reported that over one ton of school supplies and 196 backpacks were donated by local residents and businesses, along with two tons of food. He commented these efforts worked to make the community stronger and he was proud to serve the City of New Brighton. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Burg to adopt a Resolution accepting the 2013 National Night Out 1St Place in the Nation Award on behalf of the Residents and Businesses of the City of New Brighton. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Consent Agenda 1. Consolidated Vouchers 144454 through 144553 for a grand total of $549,131.29. Report No. 14-023. 2. Consideration of Change Order 4 and contract Partial Payment 5 City Project 13 -1, 2013 Street Rehabilitation. Report No. 14 -024. 3. Consideration of Application for Public Premise Liquor License — Big Ten Supper Club, Inc. Report No. 14- 025. 4. Acceptance of Santa Cop Donations. Report No. 14 -026. Resolution No. 14- 014. 5. Consideration of Listing Contract with Keller Williams Classic Realty for Sale of 9011 l'h Avenue NW. Report No. 14 -027. 3. Acceptance ofthe 2013 National Night Out 1 g Place in the Nation Award & Adoption of Res. Report No. 14-022. Resolution 14-013. Consent Aizenda I. Consolidated Vouchers 144454 through 144553. Report No. 13 -086. 2. Change Order 4 & Part. Pay 5 Proj 13 -1. Report No. 14 -024. 3. Public Premise Liq Lic.— Big Ten Supper Club, Inc. Report No. 14-025. 4. Santa Cop Donat. Report No. 14 -026. Resolution No. 14 -014 5, Contract for Sale of 901 11" AvenueNW. ReportNo. 14-027.