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September 14,2021 Page 8 of 9 4 Ayes,1 Nay(Councilmember Axberg opposed)-Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports,Announcements and Updates Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Devin Massopust Updates City Manager Massopust reported the New Brighton Public Safety Department was notified yesterday that a Level 3 sex offender was moving into the community. He explained a public meeting would be held on Thursday, September 16 via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. Information regarding this meeting could be found on the City's website. Graeme Allen Councilmember Allen reported the Public Safety Commission met on Monday, September 13 where the group discussed the body worn camera audit, traffic stop data and Ramsey County Choi's recommendations with respect to traffic stops. He noted the Public Safety Commission recommended the City pursue a driving diversion program, the Lights On! program, along with the six week driver's education program for residents where English is not their first language. He commented further on the catalytic convertor event that was hosted by the City and noted another event was being planned for October. Emily Dunsworth Councilmember Dunsworth reported PREC met on Wednesday, September 1 where the group discussed the Midtown Village park name, the recent census results and the equity statement. Pam Axberg Councilmember Axberg reported the EDC did not have a quorum this month and therefore did not meet. She noted the EDC would meet next on Wednesday, October 6. Abdullahi Abdulle Councilmember Abdulle reported the Planning Commission would meet next on Tuesday, September 21. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas thanked the Long Lake Improvement Association for holding their annual cleanup day. She reported construction was now complete at all of the Mounds View schools and an open house would be held at each school on Thursday, September 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. She stated the fall cleanup day would be held on Saturday, September 18 at the Public Works Facility. She discussed the upcoming Red Cross blood drive and noted she would be giving blood on Monday, September 20. She noted TUV SUD would be holding a grand opening on Wednesday, September 22. She welcomed Yard Homes to the City of New Brighton and discussed the accessory dwelling units they produce. She explained the Harvest Dinner that was planned for Sunday, October 10 has been canceled due to the pandemic. She commented a Public Safety Open House would be held on Monday, October 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. City Manager Massopust reported the City has promoted Gina Foschi from Assistant Finance Director to Finance Director.