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City Council Study Session -10/18/04 Minutes - Page 2 issues; and opined that the current condition of the City's public safety and fire departments should be seen as areas of pride for the community. Mr. Chandler, on behalf of active Roseville firefighters, urged the Council to reconsider the need for full-time staff; and before making any changes in the department, talk to firefighters; as well as considering impacts to the City's public safety and its firefighters. B. Janet Delmore, 526 Lovell Avenue Ms. Delmore questioned the lack of written response of staff and the City Attorney regarding her previously- expressed concerns regarding an issue between the interactions of the Roseville Police Department and several children of color. Ms. Delmore further clarified recent correspondence from city staff, that she opined the letter in question was actually a form letter, not facilitated by the Human Rights Commission. C. Sarah Coleman, wife of 3-year firefighter Ms. Coleman echoed the concerns expressed by Mr. Chandler regarding support for Fire Chief Gasaway and Assistant Fire Chief O'Neill; requesting that the City Council continue provide assurances for her husband's safety as a firefighter through continued safety provisions, education and extensive training. D. Tam McGehee, 77 Mid Oaks Lane Ms. McGehee read a letter to Roseville cItIzens from former Roseville Director of Finance and former Acting City Manager Ed Burrell regarding financial details related to the proposed Twin Lakes redevelopment. The letter addressed Mr. Burrell's concerns and opinions regarding tax increment financing issues and property taxes; and questioned the fiduciary and statutory responsibilities and actions of the Council. Ms. McGehee opined further concerns regarding