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December 8, 2015 Page 10 of 11 Brian Struh Councilmember Strub appreciated the fact that staff was conducting an internal food drive for the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. He appreciated their generous efforts. He noted there would be a blood drive at the Public Safety Building on January 6th. He reported the Public Safety Committee would meet next in January. He thanked the Mayor for mentoring him over the past two years. He then wished everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. Gina Bauman Councilmember Bauman reported the Cable Commission met on Thursday, December 3rd. She explained the group discussed potential meeting topics for 2016. Fees for the use of programming services was also reviewed. She was pleased to report that nine out of nine member cities have supported the CenturyLink franchise. She provided a recap of the items discussed by the EDC on December 2nd Mary Burg Councilmember Burg reported the City newsletter has been sent out. She encouraged residents to sign up for programs offered through the both the Community Center and the Park and Recreation Department. She noted the Eagles Nest had 120 events in November. She explained the New Brighton Park and Recreation Department was recently awarded a Government Initiative Award for their Read and Play Program. She noted Brightwood Hills closed late this year and was able to fit in a great deal of rounds in November. She commented the 11th Annual Health and Fitness Expo would be held on Saturday, January 9th. She stated this was a free event for the public and would be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. She reported PREC would meet next on Wednesday, January 6th at 6:30 p.m. She thanked Mayor Jacobsen for his service to the community and stated it has been a pleasure to serve with him. She wished everyone Happy Holidays. Paul Jacobsen Councilmember Jacobsen reported the Planning Commission would not meet in December but instead would be meeting on Tuesday, January 12th. He wished all City staff members, City Council and New Brighton residents all the best through the holidays. He thanked Mayor Jacobsen for his service to the community and stated he valued his input and mentoring over the past four years. Mayor Jacobsen Mayor Jacobsen reported the last six years have been eventful for him and he appreciated the opportunity to serve his community. He was pleased by the positive results that have been achieved. He encouraged the Council to continue to work together for the betterment of the City of New Brighton. Adjournment Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Burg to adjourn the meeting. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried, Meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Dave Jacobsen, Mayor ATTEST: Terri Haarstad, City Clerk Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.