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MINUTES
COUNCIL MEETING
SPECIAL
SEPTEMBER~ 1989
a.1.
1. Mayor Kuchera called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Members Present: Kuchera, Mayer, McKnight, Sprute.
Members Absent: Galler.
Also Present: Administrator Thompson.
2. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the 1990 Operating Budget and
City's compensation plan.
3. Finance Director Henneke presented an update on the 1990 State Tax Bill and
"Truth in Taxation Bill". Mr. Henneke stated that it would not be until late
October until cities receive local government aid or levy limit information from
the Department of Revenue. Mr. Henneke also noted that the Commissioner of Revenue
had informed cities to ignore the provisions of the present law relating to truth
in taxation so the City would not be required to certify the levy by October 1, 1989.
4. Administrator Thompson presented the following proposed amendments to the 1990
Operating Budget:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Adjustment
($10,000)
o
1,000
3,000
1,000
2,500
(2,000)
2,200
General Government - Ambulance
Delete Gen. Govt. - Sr. Housing
Gen. Govt. - Cap. Outlay - Furniture
Gen. Govt. - Cap. Outlay - Landscaping
Fire Dept. - Equipment Maintenance
Fire Dept. - Uniforms
Rescue Squad-Cap. Outlay-Cellular Phone
Res. Squad-Cap. Outplay-Blood Pressure Monitor
Proposed Amount
$ 3,438
o
1,000
3,000
7,500
5,500
o
2,200
5. Administrator Thompson also noted that he had just received notification that
NSP was proposing to increase electric rates by 10% and recommended the following
changes in utilities:
1. General Government $ 750
2. Fire 400
3. Street Lighting 2,000
4. Streets 400
5. Park Maintenance 100
6. Swimming Pool 250
Total General Fund Increase $3,900
7. Senior Center 150
8. Liquor 300
9. Arena 1,700
Administrator Thompson also recommended that the Council pay very close attention
to the capital outlay budget, specifically the impact on future tax levies (p. 42).
Mr. Thompson noted that even though he had cut several major items, it was still
anticipated that the mill rate would continue to increase over the next five years.
Mr. Thompson suggested the Council hold a work session to specifically address that
portion of the budget.
6. The following items were discussed.
Dog Catcher
Administrator Thompson noted that the Mayor and he had attended a breakfast meeting
where the Minnesota Valley Humane Society had presented a proposal to construct a
County wide animal shelter and had requested a $.50 per capita donation from the
City. Administrator Thompson noted that they had appeared before the Council last
year with a similar proposal. A brief discussion followed on the matter, specifically
relating to the impact on present dog catcher service. There appeared to be no
interest in pursuing this matter.
Liquor Store
Councilmember Galler had requested that the entire Liquor Store operation be reviewed
to determine if more profits could be generated or if the City should consider going
with a private vendor.
Star City
It was noted that any unexpended Star City Funds ($7,000 - 1989 Budget) would be
transferred to the EDC for 1990.
Sidewalks
It was the consensus that at least $10,000 be placed in sidewalk repair and an overall
sidewalk plan with financing be prepared.
Senior Center
Administrator Thompson stated that the Senior Center should no longer be allowed to
show a deficit balance, and because the projected revenues had never been realized,
it should be changed from a revenue fund to a General Fund account. Park and
Recreation Director Bell stated that the Senior Center programs were important and
the level of funding should be retained.
Dustcoating
Mayor Kuchera stated that the budget should allow for dustcoating at least 2 times
per year and it should be assessed.
Fire Department Training
Fire Chief Ken Kuchera stated that new Federal regulations relating to hazardous
materials would require additional training.
Park Improvements
Councilmember Sprute suggested that the City provide $15,000 in the 1990 Budget for
improving both Pine Knoll and Fair Hills Parks. A discussion followed regarding
the types of improvements to be installed.
Mill Rate
Brief discussion on mill rates. Councilmember Sprute suggested no more than a .5
mill increase. Finance Director Henneke stated that goal may be difficult since
it was anticipated the State would shift some of the tax burden from school districts
to cities.
7. It was the consensus of the Council that they meet on October 11, 1989 to
discuss the budget and compensation study.
8. MOTION by Mayer, second by Kuchera to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
ReSP~lY~itted.
Larry.....T~son, ~nis~rator
Approved
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