08-30-94 Council Workshop Minutes

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no brush pick-up in Little Canada. The Administrator also recommended that the items covered in question 34 be separated. It was pointed out that the neighborhood watch program, addressed by question 33, is minimal at this time, but is a focal point for the Sheriff's Department in the future. Hanson pointed out that recycling, recreational programs, and Cable TV are not funded with property tax dollars. The Administrator recommended that the question on Cable TV refer specifically to Channel 16, the City's access channel. Pedersen pointed out that recycling is not a service provided by the City, but rather an independent contractor. Scalze noted that the City regulates recycling and awards the contracts, therefore, should know if the residents are happy with the service that they are getting. Morris pointed out that questions 39 and 40 deal with service comparisons. Question 42 is a value question. The City Administrator recommended that after question 43, the surveyor inform the respondent that the City's share of the tax dollar is 14.8%. Morelan suggested a question on how the property owner would prefer to pay for services - assessed or taxed. Morelan stated that street reconstruction would be a good example. Morelan also felt that there should be a question on the sidewalk issue and whether property owners feel the City has an adequate pedestrian plan. Remerowski felt the issue was whether or not property owners preferred sidewalks. Davison suggested that property owners be asked if they are aware of the City's trail system and whether a map was needed showing existing and proposed trails. Morris felt that should be addressed along with other questions on the park system. Morris suggested a question on the level of information residents have on current park facilities. 6