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CITY COUNCIL MARCH 25, 1996 board of this non-profit foundation. Mayor Landers said that it is his pleasure to introduce three (3) of the best friends that the parks and the City of Lino Lakes could have; Jacqueline Farm, Bill Frogner and Dianne Jensen. He congratulated them on their re -appointments. Mayor Landers, on behalf of the City Council, and residents of Lino Lakes, thanked them for their efforts. He noted that this orgagization is truly an example of the spirit of volunteerism that is so important to communities now. He noted that there are still several positions open on the board and asked if anyone watching this cablecast at home or in the audience is interested in serving as a board member, they should contact the Parks and Recreation Department. Mayor Landers explained that if anyone is interested in making a tax deductible contribution to the Friends of the Parks Foundation, please contact Martha Walmsey or the Parks and Recreation Department. POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT, CHIEF PECCHIA Chief Pecchia explained that a copy of the 1995 Statistical Review was placed in each Council packet for review by the City Council. A copy of the Statistical Review will be placed in the Citizens Library for citizen review. The report contains three major sections; Statistics and Programs, Reports Requested by Council during the year on various programs including "If you are skipping school, then skip this place". Signs with this message have been posted in all local business. The back side of the sign lists dates when kids should be in school and when they will not be in school for all three school districts. The Review contains examples of letters of recognition received by the officers and letters from the public for outstanding performance by the officers. Chief Pecchia gave a brief outline of 1995 activities for the Police Department. The Police Department experienced unprecedented growth in personnel resources, professional development and community involvement. The Community Policing Philosophy continues to be implemented throughout the City which has resulted in the development of 35 McGruff Houses and 76 Neighborhood Watch Block Captains and Co -Captains. The Crime Free Multi -Housing Program was introduced at the Baldwin Mobile Home Park. The Police Department continues to experience unprecedented cooperation between the park residents and park owners. The Police Officers have made diligent efforts to welcome new residents into the City by delivering the new resident packets and taking this opportunity to introduce themselves to the residents in their assigned precinct. Two Police Officers were hired to supplement the patrol staff and assist with the Community Policing Philosophy. The Police Department enlisted additional assistance from Reserve Officers to promote the Community Policing Philosophy by adding two new members to the existing ranks. In conjunction with the Centennial School District, a Youth Resource Officer Program was developed to proactively address the needs of the children in this community. PAGE 2