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10 <br /> 1 important to keep these folks, and not allow them to be fearful of the risks. He said it was not <br /> 2 a concern when he was young and got involved. <br /> 3 Pete Hallenback said the junior program is one of the most frustrating and rewarding. <br /> 4 He said it is hard to know exactly when the situation will become critical, but it is important for <br /> 5 the Council to watch this carefully. <br /> 6 Jeff Cabe said it is difficult to run everything, and his departments offer a wide variety <br /> 7 of response. He said it is really hard to get very qualified people to do all of the jobs. He said <br /> 8 there are some paid people, but the volunteers drop off. He said the minimums do not tell the <br /> 9 full story of the problem, and greater depth is needed on the bench. He said it takes <br /> 10 everyone in this room to make it happen, and to keep the community safe. <br /> 11 Commissioner Dorosin asked Chief Sullivan if this is one of his last meetings. <br /> 12 Matt Sullivan said this is his last meeting of this type, as he is retiring. <br /> 13 Commissioner Dorosin expressed gratitude to Chief Sullivan for all he has done for all <br /> 14 the community. <br /> 15 Chair Rich also thanked Chief Sullivan, noting he has had a long successful career, <br /> 16 and she is grateful for having worked with him. <br /> 17 <br /> 18 The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. <br /> 19 <br /> 20 Penny Rich, Chair <br /> 21 <br /> 22 Sherri Ingersoll <br /> 23 Deputy Clerk <br /> 24 <br />