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<br />Mr. Enstrom stated he has talked to many people, even this afternoon. He talked with the Anoka <br />Sheriffs Department and was given the go ahead today. He talked to Sherburne County and the <br />Sheriff said whatever Ramsey's Chief needs, they will donate their men to this cause. They will <br />even bring up prisoners to clean up after the event. He also has the Guardian Angels coming out <br />and 200 Patriot Guards. There will be four EMT's and a paramedic tent. The biggest problem <br />will probably be congestion and traffic. <br /> <br />Council member Look clarified that he was speaking to waiving the special events and fireworks <br />permit fees, but he wants to discuss Ramsey stepping up to the plate with regard to the police <br />expenses. This is something special Ramsey has going on, and with the sensitive nature of this <br />event and the respect that should be shown, this should be discussed. <br /> <br />Mayor Gamec commented they are looking at almost $5,000 for coverage with officers. He <br />questioned why the City would donate to this and not Lord of Life Church. <br /> <br />Councilmember Olson pointed out this event is non-revenue producing. <br /> <br />Councilmember Elvig stated that is the key. This is a single homeowner supplying all the <br />dollars, as opposed to an organization with all the money that is charged at the door. Mr. <br />Enstrom is not generating dollars; he is sponsoring the entire thing. This is a one shot deal and <br />he is rather supportive of the notion of waiving these fees. <br /> <br />Council member Dehen commented it sounds like Mr. Enstrom needs some traffic control, as <br />opposed to security. He inquired about having a couple of reserve officers at the event. <br /> <br />Police Chief Way replied he cannot have reserves on the road, especially at night when there are <br />fireworks, and the reserves are stretched to the limit due to other events. What he is hearing is to <br />make this work as it comes out of his budget. He will contact the other agencies and see what <br />support they can get. <br /> <br />Councilmember Dehen pointed out if Police Chief Way feels four officers are needed and they <br />can receive support from the other police forces, Ramsey will need to supply that much less. <br /> <br />Councilmember Jeffrey indicated he can be in favor of this, but would like Police Chief Way to <br />have the ability to coordinate and feel good about the security that will be out there, whether that <br />is traffic control or people patrolling the grounds. He asked if this can be worked out by Sunday. <br /> <br />Police Chief Way replied he will have it taken care of. The Police Department will be there in <br />presence, and he will see to it that it is to his satisfaction and make it work. <br /> <br />Mr. Enstrom stated his security team is the Minnesota Search and Rescue Squad and is known all <br />over the state. They will have radios set up and can hook in and tie into the local police so any <br />problems can be instantly communicated. <br /> <br />Councilmembers Jeffrey and Strommen clarified that Police Chief Way's coordination and <br />comfort with the police presence is key for their support. <br /> <br />City Council! August 28, 2007 <br />Page 20 of 33 <br />