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City Council Meeting Minutes June 2, 2020 Page 2 of 13 Mayor Stolzmann called for changes to the agenda and hearing none she asked for a motion. Councilmember Lipton moved to approve the agenda; seconded by Councilmember Dickinson. All in favor. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND THE CONSENT AGENDA Paul Crowder, 296 South Buchanan Circle, asked how the Louisville Police Department would handle a contact with someone like George Floyd. Specifically, he was seeking assurances that such a death would never happen in Louisville. He asked to hear about the controls the Department has in place. He also asked for a statement from the Police Chief and City Manager. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Stolzmann noted a request from Councilmember Leh to move Item E to the regular agenda. She asked for a motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Councilmember Dickinson moved to approve the agenda as amended; seconded by Councilmember Brown. All in favor. A. Approval of Bills B. Approval of Minutes: May 19, 2008 C. Approval of June 9, 2020 as a Special Meeting D. Approval of Proclamation Declaring June 5t" to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day E. Approval of Economic Vitality Strategic Plan — moved to regular agenda F. Approval of Resolution No. 44, Series 2020 — A Resolution Approving a First Amendment to a Lease Agreement with Avid4Adventure COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS ON PERTINENT ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Mayor Stolzmann stated our country has a dark history of racism and hate and this history has led up to the murder of George Floyd last week. We've seen a growing number of individuals protesting the excessive and unreasonable force that was used by law enforcement. She thanked everyone for speaking their minds about the incident. We must not detract from this important message and the call to action by engaging with violence. She noted the commitment of the Louisville Police Department to the community and the quality of service they provide to the public. The City is dedicated to maintaining peace. Mayor Stolzmann called for a moment of silence to honor George Floyd's memory and to reflect.