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Mayor Heineman responded that he did not have specific information to answer the question about officers working with ICE or Customs and Border Protection. He indicated that the police chief would be able to provide clarification, either after the meeting or privately, to ensure accurate information is provided. Kelly Mahuski, a Ramsey resident for approximately 10 years, requested that the police chief provide public clarification on whether local officers can work with ICE or Customs and Border Protection. She expressed appreciation for the opportunity to speak and reflected on previous discussions about the city’s responsibility to keep the community safe. Ms. Mahuski questioned how safety is defined, noting that it extends beyond crime prevention to include food security, housing stability, and the ability to leave one’s home without fear. She expressed concern about individuals who feel unable to shop for groceries or work due to fear of ICE presence and described community efforts to provide food assistance. She asked whether city leaders have directly engaged with immigrant residents to understand their needs and urged them to consider broader definitions of community safety. Mayor Heineman invited any additional in-person or online speakers to come forward. After hearing none, he closed the citizen input period. He stated that he would remain available after the meeting to speak with residents and provided his phone number for anyone wishing to contact him directly. He noted that he had not received calls following the previous meeting but reiterated his willingness to speak with residents either after the meeting or in the coming weeks. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Buscher, to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda: 5.01: Approve the Following Meeting Minutes: 1) City Council Work Session dated February 10, 2026 2) City Council Regular Session dated February 10, 2026 5.02: Approve Business License Applications 5.03: Adopt Resolution #26-040 Approving a Roster of Qualified Hearing Officers for Dangerous and Potentially Dangerous Dog Appeal Hearings Approval of Hearing Officer Roster for Dangerous Dog Appeal Hearings 5.04: Approve Request to Sell Surplus Equipment 5.05: Authorization to Hire a Community Service Officer/Law Enforcement Program Student (CSO/LEPS) 5.06: Authorization to Hire a Part-Time Police Technician 5.07: Adopt Resolution #26-063 Approving Cash Disbursements Made and Authorizing Payment of Accounts Payable Invoicing Received During the Period of February 5, 2026, through February 18, 2026 5.08: Adopt Resolution #26-007 Approving Final Payment of GMH Asphalt Corporation for Improvement Project #24-03, 2024 NE Ramsey Street Reconstruction City Council /February 24, 2026 Page 4 of 9