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of instruction, services, and facilities and to invest in new initiatives to further support students. (pg. 19) Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Mr. Litten to adopt Resolution 2020-09. Ms. Nora Katzenberger, campaign manager for the Lakewood City Schools tax levy, was invited to the podium and spoke in support of the resolution. She stated the levy will support recruiting and retaining teachers, expanded mental health support, state of the art technology, and protecting the district's investments in its buildings, fields, and vehicles. Discussion: Councilmember Bullock thanked President O'Malley for partnering with him on the resolution and expressed his support for it. On the motion: All members voted in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2020-09 adopted. 12. Communication from Vice President Litten regarding "Why I Love Lakewood" Essay Contest winner. (pg. 20) Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Mr. Litten to receive and file the communication. Ms. Parkanzky was present and recited her essay for all those in attendance. On the motion: All members voted in favor. Motion passed. 13. RESOLUTION 2020-05 — A RESOLUTION recognizing Zenya Parkanzky for her award-winning essay, "Why I Love Lakewood." (pg. 22) Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Mr. Litten to adopt Resolution 2020-05. All members voted in favor. Motion passed. Resolution 2020-05 adopted. 14. Communication from Councilmember Shachner regarding appointing a liaison to the Youth Council (to be provided) Councilmember Shachner referenced Council's creation of the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) last year and noted that the YAC had its inaugural meeting last month. He proposed appointing a liaison from Council to the YAC to increase the likelihood that the group's ideas turn into policy. He asked for Council's support in appointing a liaison. Motion by President O'Malley, seconded by Mr. Litten to receive and file the communication. 5