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City of Centerville <br /> Council Meeting Minutes <br /> April 24,2019 <br /> Mayor Paar stated that Mayors and staff previously requested that the Chief notify them of <br /> critical situations and since then have always been alerted immediately. He also stated in the <br /> mid-2000s there was a change in the department's philosophy regarding Community Oriented <br /> Policing and becoming a part of the community, attending events, appearing at the Elementary <br /> School on a regular basis has all supported this theory and the public feels involvement. <br /> Chief Coan stated that on several occasions crimes have occurred near schools and precautions <br /> have been taken to lock down the school. He stated that the procedures instituted by school <br /> officials have assisted in the safety of the children. The Chief also stated that for the most part <br /> the citizens of Centerville are great, law-abiding citizen and desire to interact with the <br /> department's staff as this is the opportune time to leave a lasting impression. He also stated that <br /> he would share Council's comments with his staff. <br /> 2. Mr. Chad Wagner, 6781 Beaver Pond Way—Public Safety <br /> Mr. Wagner introduced himself to Council and questioned whether thought had been given to <br /> joining the Lino Lakes Police Department as he and several of his neighbors believe that their <br /> taxes are excessive due to the current joint agreement between Lexington, Circle Pines and <br /> Centerville operating a joint police force. He reminded Council that Centerville used to be <br /> policed by Lino Lakes. <br /> Mayor Paar stated that in years past, many discussions have taken place regarding joined police <br /> forces and at one time they were. However, there has also been a large amount of distention <br /> between the communities regarding voting powers, costs, etc. Mayor Paar stated that once you <br /> have joined in such a commitment it is not that easy to modify agreements, cooperatively work <br /> together and possibly end the commitment amicably. <br /> Consensus was that Council would continue to consider options regarding providing services to <br /> its residents being mindful of costs and property taxes. Council stated that they are well aware <br /> that property taxes are higher in Centerville than other communities but it also must be <br /> understood that Centerville has very limited commercial/industrial businesses to assist in <br /> offsetting residential property taxes. Council Members thanked Mr. Wagner for his input. <br /> Mr. Wagner thanked Council for the opportunity to share concerns of his neighbors and himself <br /> regarding this item. <br /> V. PUBLIC HEARING <br /> 1. None. <br /> VI. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES <br /> 1. April 10, 2019 City Council Work Session & Council Meeting Minutes <br /> Mayor Paar provided Council Members with an opportunity for modifications. <br /> Page 4 of 9 <br />