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large stretches of Ramsey Boulevard, Sunwood Drive and Sunfish Lake Boulevard; Nowthen Boulevard from Ramsey Boulevard to 116; and Bunker Lake Boulevard between Sunfish Lake Boulevard and Ramsey Boulevard. Ms. Hanson isn’t stopping there, each day as she goes out for her walks, she comes back with bags of trash. He thanked Ms. Hanson for her contributions to the community and commitment to the environment. Mayor LeTourneau presented a certificate of appreciation and thanked Ms. Hanson for her efforts. Laurie Hanson stated that she started doing cleanup because she had free time and noticed all the trash when taking walks. She commented that she thought she would stop at 10 to 15 bags but has just kept going. She stated that it has been good exercise and a great way to contribute to the community. Councilmember Heinrich thanked Ms. Hanson for her willingness to get out there and make a difference in the community. She stated that it is a testament to what a big difference one person can make. Councilmember Musgrove thanked Mr. Hanson for bringing the information forward to the City. She stated that it is cool to see that Ms. Hanson is cleaning the community while exercising. Councilmember Menth thanked Ms. Hanson for this wonderful thing she has done for the City and all the residents. Ms. Hanson stated that she has been shocked at the number of plastic gloves and masks she has picked up and commented that perhaps the City could make a statement on the website related to proper disposal. Mayor LeTourneau stated that the City will share this message on its social media page. He expressed appreciation to the Hansons for their efforts. 2.02: Receive an Update Regarding COVID-19 Fire Chief Kohner provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic. He reviewed local and statewide statistics. He stated that the increase in testing will provide more data. He stated that th the Stay at Home Order had been extended to May 18 and an update is expected later this week. He encouraged the public to maintain social distancing. City Administrator Ulrich stated that staff has been working on plans to reopen City Hall which includes Plexiglas dividers at customer stations. He stated that there are a number of public hearings coming forward and the City is working to implement a plan that would allow a limited number of in person testimony. He stated that in terms of City operations there have been a number of City event cancelations. He stated that there are no critical immediate budget concerns but there could be concerns later in the year and in the 2021 budgeting. He reviewed the impacts to City revenue resulting from the pandemic and closures of public facilities and highlighted some of the City events that have been canceled. City Council / May 12, 2020 Page 3 of 14