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the next couple of years with new developments. Mr. March stated the County <br /> only has funding for four stoplights each year on County roadways. <br /> Hearing no furtherpublic comments, Motion by Mayor Wilharber, seconded <br /> by Council Member Travis to close the public hearing. All in favor. Motion <br /> carried. <br /> III. APPEARANCES /AWARDS <br /> 1999 Annual Police Report <br /> Chief Joel Heckman reviewed the highlights of 1999 and indicated the police <br /> department hired a full time data entry person, the 16 officer for the force and <br /> one full -time investigator as of June, 1999. He noted the police department would <br /> have a sight located in Centerville in the fall of 2000. <br /> Chief Heckman indicated 1999 brought about a signed agreement for the <br /> Centennial Lakes Police Department for Circle Pines, Lexington, and Centerville. <br /> He thanked the City of Centerville for their DARE Program contribution for year <br /> 2000. <br /> Chief Heckman encouraged all residents to be involved with National Night Out <br /> and to be involved in neighborhood crime watch groups. He noted reserve <br /> officers are needed and appreciated on the force as well. <br /> Council Member Nelson noted the Council sent a letter to the police department <br /> regarding speeding within the City and they would like to see speeding tickets <br /> given rather than warnings. Chief Heckman stated a memo was sent to each of <br /> the police officers as to the Council's wishes but this is left to the discretion of the <br /> officer. <br /> Mayor Wilharber asked how the crime rate was at this time. Chief Heckman <br /> explained the crime rate is down, but is expected to increase as the demographics <br /> of the City increase in the age bracket from 10 to 25 year olds. <br /> Mr. Sievert asked if additional patrolling could be done on 73` Street for high- <br /> speed traffic and children out after curfew. Chief Heckman noted he could call <br /> the police at any time and a car would patrol the area. He encouraged Mr. Sievert <br /> to also create a neighborhood watch within his neighborhood. <br /> Ray DeVine <br /> Ray DeVine noted he has been assisting in the planning of Fete des Lacs and <br /> indicated it would be held on July 28 -30, 2000. He indicated he was before the <br /> Council to look for volunteers for set up, parking and additional events in two - <br /> hour shifts. Council Member Travis noted he would volunteer for setup on <br /> Friday. Mayor Wilharber noted he would be available for set up on Friday and <br /> would work at the festival and dance. <br /> 3 <br />