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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, October 08,2012 Page 2 Mayor Roe announced that flu shots would be available at City Hall, in addition to free blood pressure, hearing and eye tests (minimum age 3 years old and minors accompa- nied by a parent or guardian with identification), on Thursday, October 18, 2012 from 4:30—7:00 p.m. Mayor Roe noted that most health insurance carriers would be accept- ed, but adequate proof of insurance would be needed, or the cost of the flu shots would be $29 for the shot or$34 for the flu mist. Councilmember McGehee suggested that those seeking flu shots ask their provider for which version they should receive as there is a more potent "over 65"version. She not- ed that providers don't always ask so if you don't want the "stronger" version, ask which they are planning to give you Mayor Roe noted that applications for one (1) vacancy on the Human Rights Commis- sion remained open through Wednesday, October 10, 2012, to complete an unfinished term through March 31, 2013. Applications are available at City Hall on the City's website or by calling 651/792-7001. Councilmember Willmus noted several upcoming free educational forums on the pro- posed constitutional amendments (Voter I.D. on October 9, 2012) and (Marriage Amendment on October 23, 2012), both co-sponsored by the Roseville and Maplewood Human Rights Commissions; and to be held at the Maplewood Community Center/City Hall. Additional information on the forums available by contacting the Maplewood Human Rights Commission at 651/429-2000, or via either of the City websites. Mayor Roe announced that the City's Finance Director Chris Miller had been presented with the Thomas J. Moran Award by the Minnesota Government Finance Officers' As- sociation at their recent annual meeting. Mayor Roe noted that this award initiated in 1981, had only had sixteen (16) recipients to-date during those thirty (30) years, to those Government Finance Officers demonstrating outstanding efforts in their field. On behalf of himself, the City Council, and the community, Mayor Roe congratulated Mr. Miller for this recognition. 5. Recognitions, Donations, Communications a. Recognize Representative Mindy Greiling and Ramsey County Commis- sioner Jan Parker Mayor Roe recognized Representative Mindy Greiling for her legislative work and representing the needs of Roseville for twenty (20) years, and presented her with a floral arrangement in appreciation of her service. Rep. Greiling responded that she had been proud to represent the City of Rose- ville, noting that the community had few problems and seldom sought a handout from the Capitol, other than regional needs of the OVAL. Rep. Greiling stated that Roseville was a great City, had a great City Council and staff to work with; and that she had enjoyed those relationships very much. Rep. Greiling noted