Action Summary:
Requesting to enter into an agreement with American Red Cross to teach Red Cross Classes to staff. Thie would include classes like CPR, AED, and Narcan.
MIT Supported – Mark All Applicable
☐ Critical Staffing Needs (staffing shortages, retention)
☐ Financial Stability/Sustainability (diverse tax base)
☒ Safety & Protecting Community (code enforcement, stormwater)
☐ Commercial Development
☐ Downtown Development
☐ Tourism (increase share; museum should equitably represent community; events)
☐ Downtown Parking (address parking needs)
☐ Youth Program/Council (community center for youth and seniors; learning gap)
☐ Prepare for Growth and Development (infrastructure in place; annexation; curb cuts; recycling, signage)
Staff Notes
The police department has 2 certified Red Cross Instructors on staff. This agreement would allow them to teach Red Cross Classes to all city staff. These would include classes like CPR, AED, and Narcan. This allows on staff employees to assist in keeping employees current in these certifications.