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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, September 12, 2016 Page 5 6. Recognitions, Donations and Communications a.Proclaim Sept. 23 Kiwanis Peanut Day Mayor Roe read in full a proclamation declaring September 23, 2016, as Roseville Golden K Kiwanis Peanut Day in the City of Roseville. North Suburban Golden K Kiwanis Club Representative Philip Goodrich Mr. Goodrich briefly summarized the work of Kiwanis that meets at the Roseville Skating Center every Tuesday. He stated funds raised through fundraisers go to the Keystone Food Shelf, Youth Leadership Training in Roseville Parks & Recre- ation, Rose Parade, donation of dressers at Bridging, two scholarships annually, Northeast Youth and Family Services, Gillette Children’s Hospital, and interna- tionally through the Eliminate Program. Mr. Goodrich stated they do not sell peanuts but reward people who donate with peanuts. By unanimous consent and acclamation, the Council proclaimed September 23, 2016, as Roseville Golden K Kiwanis Peanut Day. Mayor Roe presented the Proclamation to Mr. Goodrich and thanked the Golden K Kiwanis for all they do for the community and support for those around the world with their good works. b.Proclaim Constitution Week Mayor Roe read in full a proclamation declaring September 17 to 23, 2016, as Constitution Week in the City of Roseville. Daughters of the American Revolution Representative Ms. Parker Jennifer Parker, Regent of the Nathan Hale Chapter of St. Paul, stated they cele- brated 120 years last year. She provided a brief history of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) that started in 1890 and focus on historical preserva- tion, patriotism, and education. Ms. Parker stated they were excited to be asked to create a display case outside the Chambers to commemorate Constitution Week. She thanked Girl Scout Troop 56916 from Falcon Heights Elementary School for their help in distributing a copy of the Bill of Rights, the Preamble to the Consti- tution, and a quiz. She also thanked member Betty Wolfangle who is a Roseville resident for her contributions to DAR and the City of Roseville. Mayor Roe concurred with the importance of Ms. Wolfangle’s contributions and a round of applause was offered for her and Girl Scout Troop 56916. Laliberte moved, Etten seconded, proclaiming September 17 to 23, 2016, as Con- stitution Week in the City of Roseville. Roll Call