During the discussion, committee members emphasized the significance of both digital and physical distribution methods for the appreciation cards to maximize reach. The importance of the town’s website was also underscored, with plans to update it to ensure that the QR code directs to pertinent information such as law enforcement appreciation month and the date of the next town council meeting. The website is also expected to be enhanced with safety tips and public service announcements.

In a related matter, the upcoming council meeting was mentioned, where a proclamation was to be scheduled, with the Public Safety Committee expected to be present. The committee also brought up the idea of lighting the town hall in blue as a show of support for a cause.

The committee further discussed the challenges faced by local businesses, particularly those on Main Street. The need to revitalize the downtown area was stressed, with suggestions for coordinating a master plan to attract people from neighboring cities. The importance of organizing events, such as art festivals, to improve foot traffic and enhance the area’s attractiveness was highlighted. The committee also advocated for a sunshine meeting on economic matters to foster better coordination between the town, Main Street merchants, and private entities.

Another topic of discussion was the collaboration with the Merchants Association to address the challenges faced by local businesses. The committee debated on how to best use funds from the Main Street Merchants group. The planning of events for the summer, including a networking social and a chamber meeting, was also on the agenda, with a focus on marketing strategies and the evaluation of their success.

Furthermore, the committee tackled the logistics of planning an event in May for the Main Street Merchants collaboration, debating the date and potential weekday to maximize attendance and impact.

On the topic of public safety statistics, the committee reviewed the number of incidents, such as homicides, robberies, auto thefts, commercial burglaries, and residential burglaries. This review aimed to inform future initiatives and enhance community safety.

A local artist offered to create the artwork, and there was a conversation about the content of the mural, which could include elements like the Indian Mound, Town Hall, and representations of the town’s history. The possibility of using old photographs for a photo montage was also considered. The fire department expressed enthusiasm for the project, which could potentially feature the department’s logo and other symbolic elements.

The potential designs for the mural project were considered, with digital printing and painting as options. The cost and budget for the project were points of concern, with discussions on the need for approval if additional funds were required. The topic of commemorative coins was also raised, with the committee facing challenges in obtaining quotes.

There was a debate regarding the allocation of funds for an annual event, with suggestions to limit the event’s scope and possibly reallocate the budget to other committee initiatives. The committee expressed the need to review the budget to ensure appropriate allocations and discussed the potential reallocation of funds from a breakfast event to other projects.

A concerning incident at a local elementary school was also brought to the committee’s attention, involving alleged misconduct by an IT staff member with students. The committee acknowledged the gravity of the situation and discussed how to raise awareness and address the issue within the community.

In addition, there was a discussion about promotional giveaways for events, with suggestions for obtaining items such as bags and water bottles branded with the committee’s logo. The involvement of more volunteers in planning and budgeting for these promotional items was proposed.