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MINUTES <br />CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP <br />SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 <br />judges before election day and consider having Ramsey County administer local <br />elections starting in 2021. <br />The City Administrator reviewed the Economic Development Authority budget <br />which has always been zero. He noted that he anticipates that the sale of the cell <br />tower leases will be finalized soon, which will replenish the EDA fund balance. <br />The Finance Director reviewed the Special Recreation budget and noted changes <br />for an increase in costs from a new software program for program registrations <br />and park shelter reservations. She explained that revenue is increasing due to <br />increased ball field rentals for adult softball. She explained that in the Cable TV <br />fund is assuming a $3,000 reduction in franchise revenue and reduced revenues <br />due to lessening cable subscribers. The City Administrator stated that there are <br />no additional funds in the budget for more neighborhood network production <br />videos, so the Council may want to consider adding funds. Montour suggested <br />adding $5,000 to the budget for video production. <br />The Finance Director reviewed the changes to the recycling & sanitation services <br />budget, and noted that the Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board is <br />eliminating the hauler rebate in 2020. <br />There was Council consensus to adopt the preliminary levy at 4.5% and continue <br />to review the budget before a final levy number is adopted in December. <br />There was Council consensus to look at increasing the budget for more hours for <br />part-time employees as needed. <br />There being no further business, the workshop was adjourned at 9:3lp.m. <br />John YKeis, Mayor <br />Attest: <br />hifirstophlr Heinem n, City Administrator <br />3 <br />