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/- 12lW CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2 025-9-149 —AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICA TION TO THE 2025 LOCAL ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE LABORE ROAD lur 9,11CUS901, The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Malone. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. ADOPT 10% CHARITABLE GAMBLING USE OF FUNDS POLICY The City Administrator stated that the Council is asked to consider a finance policy related to the use of charitable gambling funds. He stated that the draft policy has been included in the Council packet and noted that this fund would be classified as a capital fund, which would be reviewed and approved by the City Council on an annual basis. Mayor Fischer asked why this would be a capital fund. The City Administrator replied that historically, the majority of funds have been spent on capital projects. Miller stated that State statute dictates how the funds can be spent, and this policy provides additional guidelines as they move forward. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-9-150 — TO ADOPT AND INCORPORA TE THE 10 CHARITABLE GAMBLING USE OF FUNDS POLICYAS PART OF THE EXISTING FINANCE POLICY UNDER SECTION 7 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Gutierrez. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. APPROVE COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM The Assistant City Administrator explained that the Council is asked to consider approving a community support program utilizing the 10% fund to begin in January of 2026. She provided additional background information and details on revenues and expenses, as well as details of the proposed community support program, recommending approval as presented. Malone commented that she is excited to embark on more community connections and asked for information on how organizations can join the email list. She recognized that the program is first - come, first -served and encouraged organizations to continue to apply even if they believe the funds will have already been used, as that will help to determine the need. The Assistant City Administrator replied that organizations can simply request to be added to the list. She provided additional information on the application and wait list process. Mayor Fischer stated that the first -come, first -served approach may make it challenging for some, but if they have applications on file, that will provide the city with additional information and opportunities to partner outside of the program as well. 2