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• Renaming of First Bank Drive: The renaming of First Bank Drive has been discussed by the Council in the past. A decision should be made on whether or not to pursue the renaming of this street. Christmas Party Mayor Blesener and staff have had some discussions about whether or not to hold the City Christmas Party this year. In the past the party has been a nice way to recognize the various Commission members and some other volunteers for the service to the City. As you are aware, this was one of the items that was eliminated from the Budget as a cost - saving measure. Estimated cost for the party is $1,000. On -Line Store Council Member Boss has informed us of an online store that Frattalone Companies utilizes for company apparel. This type of store would provide the City the ability to offer City apparel without having to carry any inventory. This store would be linked through the City's web site, and customers would shop directly with the apparel provider. Selections would he made from an inventory of apparel items that the City would pre- approve based on the type of store package it selects. The City can choose to sell items at the provider's cost or mark the items up (up to 10 %) to generate some revenue. The cost to the City would be dependent on the number of items provided to choose from (16 items /$350, 24 items /$500, 36 items /$750 one -time charge plus annual renewal fee of $50). Attached is a brochure from Cityldentity, the on -line store provider, as well as a print -out from the Frattalone On- Line store showing the merchandise they offer as well as the prices. (Attachment #3) Frattalone has chosen not to mark -up the cost of these apparel items. Staff will be prepared to answer the Council's questions on this opportunity at Wednesday's workshop. Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) The City's Safety Committee is recommending that the City provide AEDs at the City Center, Old Fire Hall, Pioneer Park, and Spooner Park. Many of the surrounding cities provide these devices at their various facilities. The MN Safety Council has indicated that the HeartStart OnSite would be the appropriate equipment for our application. The cost of each device is $1,500, and the MN Safety Council would provide training as part of that cost as well as a DVD that could be used for the training of new employees. lithe Council would like to proceed with this purchase, City staff would obtain quotes from other vendors to ensure that we obtain the hest available pricing. (Attachment #4)