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January 14, 2020 Page 2 of 8  PREC Minutes from October 2, 2019.  PREC Minutes from November 6, 2019.  Public Safety Commission Minutes from October 14, 2019. Special Order of Business 1. Proclamation Recognizing Steven Fedor’s One Millionth Step. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Burg to approve a Proclamation Recognizing Steven Fedor’s One Millionth Step. Public Safety Director Paetznick explained Steve Fedor suffered a sudden cardiac arrest event in his home in 2017. He stated thanks to his family members who took quick action to perform CPR and for calling 911, Mr. Fedor’s life was saved. He reported Mr. Fedor has made a tremendous comeback with his health and the City would be recognizing him for taking 1,000,000 steps in the past two years. Mayor Johnson read a proclamation in full for the record recognizing Steven Fedor for taking his one millionth step on his prosthetic leg. A round of applause was offered by all in attendance. Councilmember Jacobsen congratulated Mr. Fedor for his hard work and tenacious resolve. Councilmember Burg congratulated Mr. Fedor on this great accomplishment. Councilmember Allen commended Mr. Fedor for his great efforts and for helping other veterans with prosthetic legs. Mrs. Fedor thanked the City for recognizing her husband. She stated this ordeal has been a very big struggle but she indicated she was very proud of her husband for making such a strong recovery. She requested the Council to give him a salute as he exits the City Council Chambers. The City Council stood and saluted Mr. Fedor. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried 2. Annual Report from Public Safety Commission Chair Geoff Hollimon. Acting City Manager Massopust explained Public Safety Commission Chair Geoff Hollimon had a report for the City Council. Public Safety Commission Chair Geoff Hollimon provided the Council with an annual report. He explained the Public Safety Commission meets on the second Monday of each month at City Hall at 6:30 p.m. He discussed how efficiently the Public Safety Department worked on behalf of the community. He reviewed the accomplishments from the Public Safety Commission in 2019 and noted the items that were discussed each month. He reported in the coming year the Public Safety Commission would be supporting the 2020 Census Committee, considering municipal parking regulations, reviewing traffic and pedestrian safety concerns, considering a 25 mile per hour residential speed limit, continued monitoring of the Police body worn camera program, reviewing traffic stop data, along with supporting fire and life safety enhancements in local apartment buildings. He thanked the Council for their time and asked for comments or questions. Councilmember Jacobsen stated this was a great Commission that engaged in meaningful discussions. He thanked Chair Hollimon for being a great leader for this group. Councilmember Burg thanked Chair Hollimon for a great presentation. She believed New Brighton was an exceptional community that was supported by a wonderful Public Safety Department. Further discussion ensued regarding how the Public Safety Commission would be reaching out to the community in order to support the 2020 Census Committee. Councilmember Allen thanked Chair Hollimon for his dedicated service to the community. Consent Agenda 1. Consider Approval of Payments of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) 9345–9638, ACH Special Order of Business 1. Proclamation Recognizing Steven Fedor’s One Millionth Step. 2. Annual Report from Public Safety Commission Chair Geoff Hollimon. Consent Agenda 1. Consider Approval of Payments of EFT 9345– 9638, ACH Payments 9346-9447 & Vouchers 158045-158146.