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City Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2020 Page 2 of 6 Mayor Stolzmann called for changes to the consent agenda; hearing none she asked for a motion to approve the consent agenda. Councilmember Lipton moved to approve the consent agenda; seconded by Councilmember Lipton. All in favor. A. Approval of Bills B. Approval of Minutes: March 31, 2020; April 7, 2020; April 14, 2020 C. Approval of Resolution No. 33, Series 2020 – A Resolution Approving An Agreement with Utility Associates for Video Data Storage Systems COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS ON PERTINENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Mayor Stolzmann thanked City staff for their work during this emergency. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT City Manager Balser noted the first quarter report from the Revitalization Commission was in the packet for Council to review. City Manager Balser stated it has been a difficult decision but the current health crisis has affected City revenues and operations. To ensure the City’s financial security, the City has furloughed 218 employees or 35 full-time equivalents. The furlough goes into effect Friday, April 24 and will continue through June 19. Decisions to recall staff or extend furloughs will be made by June 1. REGULAR BUSINESS SWEARING IN OF PRESIDING MUNICIPAL JUDGE AND DEPUTY MUNICIPAL JUDGES Mayor Stolzmann welcomed the new judges. She stated she is confident the judges will oversee a fair and equitable court system. Clerk Muth swore in Judge Thrower as Presiding Municipal Judge. Judge Thrower then swore in Deputy Judges Rob Gunning and Karolyn Moore. Judge Thrower thanked the Council for their support. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION – COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR COVID-19 Deputy City Manager Davis stated the Council Communication reviews some of the impacts being reported to our human services partners and services available to community members during this emergency.