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January 12, 2016 Page 4 of 10 Councilmember Jacobsen appreciated all of the work completed by the PSC on behalf of the City. Annual Report from the Economic Development Commission. City Manager Lotter reported Chair Paul Zisla of the Public Safety Commission had a presentation for the Council. Chair Zisla introduced himself to the Mayor and City Council. He discussed the background and purpose of the Economic Development Commission (EDC) noting the group focused on advising the Council on matters regarding commercial and industrial development/redevelopment. In addition, the EDC assisted in preparing marketing plans, business retention programs and other strategies to attract development. He reviewed the items completed by the EDC in 2015 explaining there has been a continued emphasis on the New Brighton Exchange in addition to business retention and expansion. He than reviewed the items the EDC would be focusing on for 2016. He reported the EDC has a continued working relationship with Ryan Companies and Colliers. Councilmember Bauman thanked Chair Zisla for his work on behalf of the City. She then thanked Commissioner Knight for his years of service on the EDC. Councilmember Jacobsen looked forward to hearing from the EDC on their business retention and expansion recommendations. Councilmember Strub thanked the appreciated the work being completed by the EDC and fully supported the work that would be completed in 2016. 4. Consider Resolution Accepting of National Night Out Donations. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Burg to adopt a Resolution accepting 5,050 pounds of food, 1,971 pounds of school supplies and monetary donations in the amount of $419.00 and transferring the donations to the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. City Manager Lotter reported Officer Trevor Hamdorf would be presenting this item to the Council. Officer Hamdorf explained the City of New Brighton participated in National Night Out activities on Tuesday, August 4, 2015. As part of the Cities NNO efforts residents were asked for food and school supply donations for the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf to help make a difference in the lives of those who need a little extra help. The purpose of this resolution is to formally accept 5,050 pounds of food, 1,971 pounds of school supplies, $419.00 in monetary donations and transfer these items to the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. Lisa Baker from the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf has been invited to briefly update the City Council on the impact of these donations. Lisa Baker, Ralph Reeder Food Shelf, thanked the City for their generosity and continued support over the years. She discussed the growing needs of the community and reported the Mounds View School District now had 30% of its students receiving free or reduced lunches. Councilmember Burg questioned where residents could make further donations to the food shelf. Ms. Baker explained the food shelf was located in the Pike Lake Kindergarten Center. Donations were accepted Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Councilmember Burg was impressed by the amount of school supplies and backpacks that were donated by New Brighton residents. Councilmember Bauman asked when the food shelf saw the greatest need. Ms. Baker explained June through September were the times of greatest need. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried 5. Consider Resolution Accepting National Night Out Award. 3. Annual Report from the Economic Development Commission. 4. ConsiderRegAitim AweptingofNational Night Out Donatiom