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January 24, 2017 Page 6 of 6 Mary Bu ra Councilmember Burg reported she attended the League of Women Voter's legislative update last week. She stated she was privileged enough to be in Washington DC over the weekend and got to witness the transfer of power and participated in the march. She was extremely pleased by the turnout for this event and hoped women's rights would continue to be addi,essed. She invited the public to attend a bonfire being hosted by PREC at Freedom Park at 6:00 1).m. on Saturday, January 28th. Those attending were encouraged to bring a donation for the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. She explained on February 1 St through February 41h the Community Center would be hosting the Go For Red event to raise awareness for heart disease. She noted PREC would be meeting next on Wednesday, February 1St at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor .Inhrzson Mayor Johnson reported she also attended the League of Women Voter's event last week. She encouraged residents to contact her with any legislative concerns. She noted she attended meetings with the North Metro Mayers and Five Cities. She explained staff and herself met with API's leadership team to discuss their options. She stated on Monday, January 30th Irondale High School would be hosting its first Izzy Program which would encourage residents to get to know their neighbors. She explained she was discussing with the Public Safety Department potential of New Brighton hosting a racial equality conversation. She was sad to announce the Sportsman's fishing contest had to be canceled again this year. She stated she was looking forward to working with the Council in the coming year. AdLournment Motion by Councilmember Bauman, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to adjourn the meeting. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried, Meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. ATTEST: Terri Plaarsta , City Clerk J Valerie Johnson, M11or Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.