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August 22, 2017 Page 6 of 7 redeveloped into independent senior housing. This strategic plan would allow New Brighton residents to age in place, while also making room for young families. She indicated her responsibility was to the community and to do what was best for New Brighton. She stated she would be supporting the motion on the floor. Councilmember Jacobsen commented this was a really hard situation for the Council to be in. He discussed the history of the Korean Church property and noted he attended elementary school there. He stated he appreciated the rich history and culture of the Tibetan community and would like to see the Council assist them in finding another space in order for them to remain in New Brighton. Councilmember Bauman reiterated the Council gave a directive to their realtor on Korean Church bid. She agreed this was a very difficult situation but explained the City was working to redevelop this site to meet a growing housing need in the community. She encouraged the Tibetan community to consider a space share agreement with the seminary. Mayor Johnson believed there were other opportunities within New Brighton. She encouraged the leaders of the Tibetan community to sit down with staff in order to help them find a space to meet their needs. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays-Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported the leadership team continues to work with the Army on an optimization study for the water situation on TCAAP. He explained the City was considering adding Well No. 16 to meet the needs of the City. He provided an update on the water treatment facility and encouraged the Council to visit the site. He stated the Lions Park playground equipment would be installed on September 25th. It was his hope the park would be open the first Tuesday in October. He indicated the final three Parks Director candidates would be interviewed on August 23rd. Gina Bauman Councilmember Bauman reported the Cable Commission met last week and was beginning to work through the 2018 budget. Mary Burg Councilmember Burg reported PREC will met next on September 6th. She noted the Eagle’s Nest would be closing on September 4th for renovations. She discussed the upcoming Cops and Bobbers event which would be held on August 29th at the Long Lake Regional Park. She thanked Mayor Johnson for all of her work on Stockyard Days. Paul Jacobsen Councilmember Jacobsen reported the Public Safety Commission met on August 14th and discussed body worn cameras. He was pleased to report 574 residents took the Public Safety Department survey and also received comments internally. He congratulated the new Stockyard Days royalty and wished them well in the next year. He thanked the Stockyard Days Committee for another successful event. He noted filing had closed for Council candidates. He thanked those how had stepped forward and were willing to serve. He encouraged residents to be mindful that it was back to school time. He recommended drivers use caution when driving in and around school zones. He congratulated the Fire Division on their efforts and for being awarded the Fire Department of the Year. Lastly, he invited the public to visit the Farmer’s Market each Wednesday at the seminary from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Mayor Johnson Mayor Johnson commented on a recent event she attended at the Fire Department where the Public Safety Department read a book and invited children into the department. She explained Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates