12-16-2015 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16, 2015 expectations. McGraw stated that the Administrator looks for opportunities for the employees to better themselves. Keis noted that the Administrator teaches classes and works on the League of Minnesota Insurance Trust Board which helps him develop. Keis indicated that the Administrator's overall performance was above average and he is more than happy with the job the Administrator does. Fischer stated that it has been a pleasure learning and working with the Administrator during his first year on the Council. He noted that he felt the parks issues could have been handled a little better, and he wants to make sure that the Administrator continues to invest in himself. Montour stated that the Administrator more than meets expectations, and even though the year has had challenges, the Administrator is a strong leader and has done a very good job, and the city is lucky to have him. Torkelson stated that he feels the Administrator exceeds expectations overall and the staff and leadership are very competent. He is happy with where the Administrator is piloting the city. All agreed that the City Clerk should look into other criteria for administrator evaluations for the future. The Administrator noted that unfortunately the strategic planning that was tried this year did not go well at all. He also stated that they struggle to do a good budget report without overburdening staff, but the problem is the disconnect with the timing of the spending and revenue. After discussion of the Administrator's 2016 salary, the Council agreed to increase his salary by 2.5% and provide $2,000 in additional compensation for 2015 performance. Additionally, as outlined in the Administrator's contract, he is to receive $5,000 in deferred compensation into his ICMA account. There being no further business, the workshop was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. John IV, S I Mayor Attest•, Joel anson, City Administrator