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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, March 30, 2009 Page 3 long-term ownership of some homeowners and their excess equity in those single- family homes. 5. Recognitions, Donations, Communications a. Proclamation of Arbor Day Mayor Klausing read the proclamation recognizing April 24, 2009 as Arbor Day in Roseville. Johnson moved, Pust seconded, proclaiming Apri124, 2009 Arbor Day in the City of Roseville. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Ihlan; Johnson; Roe; and Klausing. Nays: None. b. Accept and Recognize Goodmanson Construction for sponsorship of the New Year's Eve Celebration at the Roseville Skating Center Recreation/Retail Program Supervisor Kevin Elm introduced Goodmanson Con- struction family representatives Merl & Cami Goodmanson, and Rick Goodman- son, all present for tonight's recognition. Mr. Elm noted that this was the fourth year in a row that the family had participated in the event, and their contribution of $4,000 cash, in addition to gathering over 60 prize packs from over 25 different companies, and their staffing costs to assist with control, safety and other various tasks through the night to promote this family event. Mr. Elm advised that the Goodmanson firm had also distributed 7,000 flyers throughout the community advertising the event. Mr. Elm, on behalf of the City Council, staff and community, presented a plaque to Goodmanson Construction and expressed appreciation for their participation. Mr. Merl Goodmanson, in accepting the plaque and recognition, opined that this event was a great opportunity to give back to their community, with most of their employees from the area, and many youth coaches. Mr. Goodmanson noted that, while their participation got their name in front of the public, it was a fun event for those from 8 years to 80 years old. Mr. Goodmanson thanked City staff for providing the opportunity and for their cooperation. Mayor Klausing thanked Merl and Cami Goodmanson for the work they do, and opined that they were in a league by themselves in what they did for the commu- nity. Mayor Klausing noted that, while so many companies were national and not locally based, it was a great advantage to have a local company and owners who were so invested in their community. Mayor Klausing echoed appreciation to the family.