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Regular City Council Meeting Monday,December 10, 2012 Page 2 Councilmember Pust advised that she didn't have a prepared speech as she had hoped to convince Councilmember Johnson to perform a song with her; however, to no avail. Councilmember Pust stated that it had been "a great honor to serve on the Roseville City Council; fun, humbling, and I've learned a lot." Councilmember Pust noted that she hoped that her service had contributed to the strength and warmth of the community Councilmember Johnson addressed Mayor Roe, City Manager Malinen, fellow Coun- cilmembers, City Attorney Mark Gaughan, Recording Secretary Sheila Stowell, City staff, and honored guests, by stating that "it has been a privilege to serve the communi- ty;" and encouraged others to serve in whatever level they could. Councilmember Johnson expressed his appreciation and privilege in having served with former Mayor Craig Klausing, former Councilmembers Amy Ihlan and Dean Maschka, Mayor Dan Roe, and Councilmember Tammy Pust over the last four (4) years. Councilmember Johnson noted that it had held some unique challenges, including the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code updates as several of those big projects; as well as major projects undertaken by the current City Council under the leadership of Mayor Roe and Coun- cilmembers Tammy McGehee and Bob Willmus. Councilmember Johnson stated that it was a great team, and he was proud to have participated in discussions with fellow Councilmembers, and while they don't all agree, it would be a boring world, and Rose- ville wouldn't be the great city it is today if not for that dynamic. Councilmember Johnson stated that it had been an honor and privilege to work with all of them. Coun- cilmember Johnson also thanked his wife Mary and children for a lot of give and take on their parts as well. Councilmember Johnson welcomed Councilmembers-elect Jason Etten and Lisa Laliberte, opining that they would prove great additions to the City Council, and would make his leaving easier by having those great people on the team. Councilmember Johnson concluded by saying he looked forward to "seeing you in the other side." Councilmember Willmus expressed his appreciation for what both Councilmembers Pust and Johnson had done for the Roseville community, and the current team's ability to sit at this dais and, while disagreeing about significant issues affecting this communi- ty, still be cordial with each other, stating "that's what it's all about." Councilmember Willmus expressed his appreciation for their service; and encouraged both of them at some point to get and stay involved and keep up what they do. Councilmember McGehee thanked both Councilmembers Johnson and Pust for their service and kind remarks; and stated that she "looked forward to working with Jeff in the future on some unfinished City Council business." Councilmember McGehee ex- pressed appreciation for their participation in discussions; and for Councilmember Pust's support on some of the issues she had supported over the last year. Coun- cilmember McGehee opined that they had been a good team, even when not agreeing; that it had never been boring, and she again thanked them both. 2. Approve Agenda