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that, she assisted with the planning the beer and wine event at Market Square. She indicated she was looking for volunteer work and was looking to do this work in New Brighton. Councilmember Allen asked what motivated Ms. Lindman to serve on a City Commission. Ms. Lindman explained when she filled out the application, she didn't realize this was what she was volunteering for. However, after speaking with several people she believed this was something she could do because she was the kind of person that lives outside the box. She indicated she had every good organizational skills. Councilmember Axberg asked what Commission Ms. Lindeman was interested in serving on. Ms. Lindman stated she was interested in serving on the Park Board and also Public Safety. However, she noted she would be willing to help in any way possible. Councilmember Axberg stated each Commission is tasked with making recommendations to the City Council that comply with policies, rules or ordinances already adopted by the City Council. She asked Ms. Lindman what she would do if she disagreed with a policy or ordinance already in place. Ms. Lindman explained she would have a conversation with the Commission. She indicated there could be a misunderstanding and a conversation would be valuable. She stated if something was outdated, she would want this investigated. Councilmember Dunsworth requested Ms. Lindman to speak to the City's biggest opportunity and biggest challenge in addressing inclusion in New Brighton. Ms. Lindman stated she didn't really know because she has only lived in New Brighton for two years. She explained she looked at the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan and believed this document was quite impressive. She understood the Council had addressed seniors, young people and wanted to make New Brighton neighborly and friendly. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas thanked Ms. Lindman for coming in and applying for this position. She noted City Clerk Spangrud would be in touch with further information on how the Council was moving forward. She explained the next person to be interviewed was Tim McQuillan. Councilmember Abdulle asked Mr. McQuillan to provide the Council with a brief history on his background and community involvement. Tim McQuillan stated he was a 34 year resident of New Brighton and he was retired. He explained he spent 45 years in the packaging industry and spent the last 10 years as the VP of Quality. He noted he spent 18 years serving in the Minnesota State High School League as an official for both basketball and football. He indicated he has also spent the past 20 years serving as an election judge in New Brighton. He noted he served on the Stockyard Days Committee for six years and served on the Parks and Recreation Steering Committee for Comprehensive Plan and Vice Chaired the Inclusive Community Task Force. He stated he and his wife are currently volunteers for Can Do Canines where they provide foster care for dogs. Councilmember Allen asked what motivated Mr. McQuillan to reapply to serve on a City Commission. Mr. McQuillan stated he enjoys working on the Planning Commission. He reported this was different work than he did in his career, it was very detailed. He explained he enjoyed the people he worked with and