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IU <br />12 <br />13 <br />14 <br />15 <br />16 <br />17 <br />18 <br />19 <br />20 <br />21 <br />22 <br />23 <br />24 <br />25 <br />26 <br />27 <br />28 <br />29 <br />30 <br />31 <br />32 <br />33 <br />34 <br />35 <br />36 <br />37 <br />38 <br />39 <br />40 <br />41 <br />42 <br />43 <br />44 <br />45 <br />City Council Regular Meeting Minutes <br />February 8, 2022 <br />Page 2 <br />Future plans include expanded Elder Services, greater return to in -person Mental Health <br />Counseling, Telehealth to remain an option, grow Community Connections, expand NYFS's <br />online presence and provide Culturally Responsive Care. <br />Ms. Jebens-Singh stated NYFS is celebrating 45 years of service. A video series can be found at <br />www.nyfs.orWdonate. NYFS is a community -based asset. Ms. Jebens-Singh contact information <br />is tara.jebens-singh a nyfs.org 651-379-3404 www.nyfs.or¢. Shoreview Clinic 651-486-3808 <br />White Bear Area Clinic 651-429-8544. <br />Councilmember Randle asked about the City contract for services is $23,711 with cost of <br />services provided of $1,630. He stated this doesn't appear much bang for our buck. He asked <br />what the overall need is in St. Anthony. Ms. Jebens-Singh stated unfortunately one in five of <br />youth are living with mental health needs. The community members needs to be made aware of <br />NYFS and its services. It's a regional issue and people don't live, work, go to school, recreate or <br />get in trouble within their own zip code. <br />Councilmember Webster thanked Ms. Jebens-Singh for her leadership at NYFS. She is grateful <br />for the partnership with the police department and the City of St. Anthony. She thanked her for <br />caring for both ends of the age spectrum in the community. <br />Councilmember Walker asked about the partnership with the police department and asked if the <br />referrals are residents of St. Anthony or anyone that the police refers to NYFS. Ms. Jebens-Singh <br />stated the report shows numbers regarding St. Anthony residents. They are responsive by a <br />regional approach. <br />Councilmember Jenson stated it was a great presentation. He asked when St. Anthony makes <br />requests does NYFS have enough capacity to service all requests. Ms. Jebens-Singh stated they <br />do have the capacity for some greater referrals to the Community Advocate. There is great <br />communication between NYFS and public safety. The program can only get bigger. <br />Mayor Stille thanked Ms. Jebens-Singh for her presentation. He asked what can be done to get <br />the word out. He asked Ms. Jebens-Singh for her suggestions for advertising. Ms. Jebens-Singh <br />stated St. Anthony assisted NYFS to have a greater online presence. She would like to continue <br />to build those community connections and be able to promote the work they do via social media, <br />newsletters, etc. Mayor Stille encouraged the Councilmembers to keep this at the forefront. The <br />agreement with NYFS will be approved on the consent agenda. Mayor Stille believes this is <br />money well spent. Mayor Stille wished Ms. Jebens-Singh well in her future endeavors. Ms. <br />Jebens-Singh suggested St. Anthony be represented on NYFS board of directors or act as a link <br />between the City and NYFS. <br />III. CONSENT AGENDA. <br />A. Approval of January 25, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes. <br />B. Licenses and Permits. <br />C. Claims. <br />