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Fire Chief Kapler stated the Safety Camp focuses on things most likely to harm a child, like finding a weapon, usage of fire extinguishers, wild animal safety, drug related issues, and personal protection. Councilmember Elvig stated his son attended the Camp and learned about the danger of putting your mail in a rural mailbox with the flag up because it can result in stolen identity. He described the large region covered by the Northern Star Council and Three Rivers District. Councilmember Elvig presented the plaque of appreciation from the City of Ramsey, thanked them for their contribution, and for sharing their Camp With Ramsey and its residents. John Andrews, representing the Northern Star Boy Scout Council, stated their members are from the community and they seek to deliver the curriculum that has proven to change lives. He explained that Scout Camps are sold from time to time. They now have eight camps, owned by non-profit organizations, so the benefactor is the community through volunteers and that is why Scouting has stayed so strong. Councilmember Dehen asked about the age of Safety Campers. Fire Chief Kapler stated that children in Grades 4 and 5 can attend the Camp and additional information is available on the City's website. Safety Camp is held the beginning of June and this year five registration fee scholarships were awarded. The counselors are made up of police officers, fire fighters, and ambulance staff who come to Camp wearing T-shirts and short pants and become friends with the campers. These Camp counselors try to keep their occupation a secret until graduation day when they attend in their uniform. Fire Chie Kapler stated the graduation ceremony is a nice climax to the Camp and is a family event. A 2008 Safety Camp video was played for the Council and audience. Motion by Councilmember Strommen and seconded by Councilmember Look to adopt Resolution #08-08-132 Recognizing Northern Star Council, Boy Scouts of America, Three Rivers District - Rum River Scout Camp for their contribution to the City of Ramsey Safety Camp each year. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Strommen, Look, Dehen, Elvig, Jeffrey and Olson. Mayor Gamec thanked the Boy Scouts and stated he has attended Safety Camp each year. He stated Bob Litke has been wonderful to assure the Camp is ready and agreed Ramsey is fortunate to have this camp facility, which has a beautiful "up north" feel. Mayor Gamec thanked Jerry Streich and Chandra Kreyer who work with the Safety Camp, noting campers are already registering for next year's Safety Camp. Mayor Gamec also thanked the more than 40 sponsors who provide meals and other things for the campers. CITIZEN INPUT City Council / August 12, 2008 Page 3 of 26