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safety provided by local code enforcement agencies. Mayor Fauson moved and Davidson seconded to adopt the Building Safety Week Proclamation. Motion passed. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - REMODELING REQUEST Howard asked how much money are we talking about for the remodeling effort and how will the remodeling benefit the citizens of Louisville. Gene Caranci, Executive Director of the Louisville Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber of Commerce is planning some minor remodeling to their office. The purpose of the remodeling is to provide a conference room for the board and committee meetings and to be used as a Small Business Development Center in conjunction with the Front Range Community College. We will also upgrade the carpeting throughout the building and paint the entire office area. We are requesting permission to do this remodeling, not to exceed $3,700 and have the cost of the remodeling be offset against the rent. Chamber members will be able to schedule the conference room at any time. Howard will other businesses be able to utilize the conference room also. Caranci stated yes, we would not turn anyone away if they needed it. Davidson asked that since Councilwoman Szymanski is the city's representative for the Chamber and is an the Board of Directors is it permissible for her to vote on this issue. Williams stated that since she is a member of the board for the city that is not a conflict of interest. Davidson asked why the taxpayers of Louisville would want to pay for the remodeling of the Chambers? Caranci stated the Chamber has a job to do, our job is to promote the city. What the taxpayers gain is our promotion of the city. We hope to attract businesses and that will bring in money to the city. The remodel will not exceed $3,700. Davidson asked if the Chamber would agree to pay 11