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~SEVfbbE City Council Minutes Organizational Meeting Monday, January 5, 2004 Public Reception 5:30 p.m. A public reception for newly-elected Mayor Craig Klausing and re- elected Councilmember Dean Maschka was held in the City Hall Lobby at 5 :30 p.m. City Council Oath of Office 6:00 p.m. City Manager Neal Beets greeted those present and those viewing the proceedings at home; provided an overview of the Oath of Office ceremony; and introduced Professor Paul Hamre, who was to swear in Mayor Klausing. Mr. Hamre expressed his honor at being a part of the proceedings and his respect for Craig Klausing and his ethics and moral standards; followed by his swearing in of Mayor Craig D. Klausing. Mayor Klausing thanked his former high school teacher for the influence he had on his life and interest in politics; and briefly commented on the honor and humility he felt for the trust provided by the public on electing him to the office of mayor. Mayor Klausing expressed his hope for a new era and greater civility among Councilmembers, among the City Council and the COl1ID1Unity, and within the c0l11111unity; expressed an awe in the tnlst given by the residents; and expressed his desire to prove worthy of that trust. In conclusion, Mayor Klausing sought the prayers and assistance of Roseville residents during his tem1 as mayor, and promised that he would attempt to be worthy of their trust through hard work and dedication. City Manager Beets introduced numerous dignitaries in the audience, including State Representative Mindy Greiling; Ramsey County Commissioner J an Wiessner; Shoreview Mayor Sandy Martin; Roseville School District No. 623 Board member, Jill Lund; several former Roseville Mayors and former Councilmembers. City Manager Beets introduced Mrs. Margaret Knutson, who then administered the City Council Oath of Office to her son,