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April 23, 2019 Page 2 of 9 Motion by Councilmember Dunsworth, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the worksession minutes from the March 26, 2019 meeting. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Motion by Councilmember Dunsworth, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the minutes from the March 26, 2019 meeting. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Motion by Councilmember Dunsworth, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the minutes from the April 9, 2019 meeting. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Commission Minutes Mayor Johnson received the following minutes on behalf of the City:  Planning Commission Minutes from February 19, 2019.  Public Safety Commission Minutes from March 11, 2019. Special Order of Business 1. Special Proclamation Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the Construction of St. John’s Church. Motion by Councilmember Burg, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve a Special Proclamation recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the Construction of St. John’s Church. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Mayor Johnson read a proclamation in full for the record recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the construction of St. John’s Church in the City of New Brighton. She explained she had a long history with St. John’s Church as she attended school here and was present at the church’s first mass. She stated she remembers watching the bells being put into the bell towers. She commented Monsignor Paul was a long-time friend of hers and noted she attended his funeral. She indicated she was married at St. John’s Church and reported this church would always hold a special place in her heart. Councilmember Jacobsen explained he was named after Monsignor Paul. He reported his relatives have been a part of St. John’s since before this building was built. He commented he also remembered when the bells were put into the bell towers. He stated this church meant a lot to the community and served as a great foundation for the City. Councilmember Burg indicated she also attended St. John’s Church school from 1st Grade through 8th Grade. She recalled the groundbreaking ceremony for this church and explained this church has meant a great deal to her family over the years. She explained this church was a major part of the community. Father Michael Skluzacek introduced himself to the Council noting he was the current Pastor at St. John’s the Baptist Church. He stated he was honored to receive this Proclamation on behalf of his congregation. He reported he had over 200 parishioners who were around when the church was built in 1968. He indicated it was his hope that both the building and the parishioners or bricks on the community would be honored this year. Father Paul Shovelain explained he was the Associate Pastor at St. John’s and noted he also served as the Commission Minutes Special Order of Business 1. Special Proclamation Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the Construction of St. John’s Church.