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A union representative made a presentation that pipelines are a very safe way to transport oil and that the members he represents take great pride in producing infrastructure that is safe and dependable. A Canadian representative spoke on the international impact of trade, with MN being one of the highest in the US. A representative of the MN Pollution Control Agency spoke and showed stats of how fewer spills and accidents there have been since 1971. Also shared that MN uses about 20% less petroleum products now as 10 years ago. A Representative of Association of Oil Pipe Lines (AOPL) spoke on the advantages of pipe lines vs rail transportation, citing MN has over 4000 miles of pipeline. Two MN Representatives spoke (on opposite sides of issue) of the on -going effort to further regulate RR and Pipe Line transportation of crude oil. The Commissioner of Public Safety spoke of the need for all parties to continue to talk rather than act as individual silos. Also spoke of some of the efforts by the Governor recently to push for safer rail transportation. The Commissioner of the MN Pollution Control Agency made the final presentation stressing the need for emergency responders to have basic knowledge of rail transportation and response criteria. Also stressed the need for all involved parties to continue to discuss how to make transportation as safe as possible. He did refer to the number of accidents involving derailed trains has gone down significantly in past several years. Save the Date: • Elmcrest Park Community Building Dedication. Friday, October 3, 2014, 4:35 pm, Elmcrest Park, Ramsey. An event to celebrate the community's collaboration in bringing a new, and much needed facility to Ramsey. The festivity is anticipated to be approximately one hour as there are a lot of preparations associated with the State Tournament the following morning! More details and a program will be available on Tuesday. • 12th Annual Taste of Community to Benefit Youth First. Thursday, October 9, 2014, 5:30 — 9:00 pm, Greenhaven Golf Club, 2800 Greenhaven Road, Anoka, MN. Attached to the Weekly Update is a Press Release for the 12 Annual Taste of Community to Benefit Youth First. • Ramsey Rotary Oktoberfest Celebration. Thursday, October 9, 2014, 6:00 — 8:30 pm, Rum River Hills Golf Course, 16659 St Francis Blvd, Ramsey, MN. A large selection of craft beers, appetizers, meat raffles, and more. Attached to the Weekly Update is the Flyer for the Ramsey Rotary Oktoberfest Celebration. Our Mission: To work together to responsibly grow our community, and to provide quality, cost - effective, and efficient government services