Central to the meeting was the discussion surrounding the proposed card and signage for Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. The committee members deliberated on design elements, such as the inclusion of the town and Public Safety Committee logos, the wording of the announcement, and the addition of a QR code for more information. Debate ensued over the orientation of the design and the placement of text, with attention to making the signage reusable for future years. A motion was carried to finalize the details of the card and signage, including the design, which would incorporate the discussed elements.

In parallel to the visual aspects, the committee addressed the budget for Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. They passed a motion to spend up to $600 on educational materials and police appreciation items, such as cards and candles. The discussion also included plans for a range of appreciation initiatives, like a proclamation from the council, wearing blue ribbons, and a coffee with a cop event. The members agreed to seek further direction on approving the budget for the project.

Further into the meeting, the committee discussed and ultimately decided to reach out to the mayor’s office to request a proclamation for Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. The idea of lighting up certain areas in blue and distributing blue ribbons was considered, with a decision not to seek sponsors for these elements. Instead, they planned to approach local businesses to participate in the celebration and coordinate these efforts among themselves.

Continuing the theme of honoring public service, the committee discussed commissioning a mural inside the fire station. They agreed to reach out to artists for quotes and to consider whether to ask for donations or discuss payment for the artwork. The idea of a fireman contributing to the mural was also considered. The financial implications were discussed, with the possibility of incorporating the project during the station bidding periods. A motion to move forward with the mural project was made.

Challenge coins were another topic of discussion, with a suggestion to create a single coin representing both police and fire departments. The committee discussed the design and budget for 100 coins, including the possibility of featuring a flag design and highlighting the committee’s involvement. Plans were made to obtain quotes and finalize the design for the challenge coins.

As the hurricane season approaches, the committee discussed the hurricane season education initiative. Although some members suggested collaboration with a local store for a hurricane information day, the committee voted to cancel the hurricane education initiative. Instead, they chose to collaborate with the veterans committee for the 911 remembrance ceremony, despite concerns regarding logistics and resources. The police and fire appreciation breakfast was also discussed, with concerns raised about cost and timing.