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City of Centerville City Council Meeting June 11, 2008 IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES 1. City Administrator, Mr. Dallas Larson None. 2. Emer.~ency Communications -City Hall (Capra/Lakso~ Councilmember Lakso stated that they need a weather radio in City Hall. Mayor Capra stated that they would have to use City Hall or the Public Works Building as a command base. City Administrator Larson stated that they also had astand-by generator at City Hall but not at Public Works. Mayor Capra stated that, at minimum, City Hall should have a weather radio. City Attorney Glaser replied that the cost of a weather radio is about $30. Councilmember Lakso stated that everyone is invited to the Storm Story on June 18 at the Police Department. She stated that they would have a storm presentation and give out great storm tips. They would give away a weather radio and would like to serve refreshments (popcorn and lemonade). All the expenses would not exceed $75. She added that they hope to get a good turnout. Councilmember Paar suggested to make the maximum expenses an even $100, and that they purchase a total of 3 weather radios -one for the City Hall, one for Public Works and one to give out as a prize at the event. Mayor Capra stated they would make sure every Council Member would have the emergency material and equipment needed: resolutions, VOAD, Disaster Kit, Long- Term Planning, etc. She added that the Councilmembers would be updated each year, with phone numbers, etc. City Attorney Glaser stated that the education should be required for new Councilmembers and a refresher should be required for the others. Councilmember Lakso stated that she would volunteer to be a trainer. Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that it would also be a good idea to have a little kit in their cars. Mayor Capra stated that the Councilmembers should keep their ID's with them. If they don't have one, they should get it redone. Page 14 of 15