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City Council Minutes September 11, 1996 2 8 ~ Page 3 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE PROPOSED GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND LEVY Administrator Hoyt explained that a resolution certifying the budget and the levy were necessary. The increase in the levy amount is necessary to offset corresponding increases in the cost of police service. Hoyt also reviewed the impacts of this levy increase on typical homes in Falcon Heights and explained some of the operating transfers made to the budget. Motion was made by Councilmember Hustad to approve Resolution 96-1 1, certifying the proposed general fund budget of $1,029,143 and certified levy of 5577,309 to the county auditor. Motion passed unanimously. SETTING OF DATES FOR 1997 BUDGET PRESENTATION The council established Wednesday, December 4, 1996 at about 7:15 p.m. as the date for the city's public budget presentation and hearing. A continuation hearing, if necessary, will be held on Thursday, December 19, 1996. PARTICIPATION IN MINNESOTA CITIES WEEK The council discussed possible ideas for Minnesota Cities Week. In addition to the annual Fire Department Open House on October 12, the council suggested that Larpenteur Avenue plans and a copy of the proposed budget be available to the public. Also suggested was a letter to Falcon Heights Elementary School offering educational speakers throughout the year. CITY INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Kuettel reported on a successful Simpson Street block party and thanked the police and the Lions for their assistance. Councilmember Jacobs reported that he, Mayor Gehrz, and Administrator Hoyt had met with the Fire Department regarding their concerns about city's contract with St. Paul Fire to provide ALS service. Jacobs reported that he had assured the department that the present city council does not intend to change how fire protection service is provided. Jacobs also reported that the department is somewhat concerned about their future existence and that the message delivered was that St. Paul Fire will be providing this service and that the departments need to begin a working partnership. Councilmember Hustad responded that the council must make decisions in the best interest of the public for the least amount of cost. Hustad also reported on a successful Arona lawn party and a Northwest Youth Services fundraiser.