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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 26, 1997 were in Code Enforcement, Public Works, and Building. The City Administrator responded that to his knowledge there have been no valid complaints on code enforcement activities. With regard to Building, the Administrator indicated that the only complaint he was aware of was with regard to a deck plan. In that particular case the Building Off'icial was justified in taking the action he did. Morelan commended the Administrator on his replacement for the receptionist position and commented that the recreation pro~ram coordinator positions appear to be well-staffed. However, more emphasis should be placed on retaining a person in this position for a longer period of time. Scalze provided an "E" rating and commented that City staffworks well as a team and that the Administrator motivates well with most employees. Fahey ranked the Administrator at "E" commenting on the high standards of performance set by the Administrator. Fahey suggested that the Administrator continue development and coaching of directors with regard to their people skills, relationship to the public and subordinate employees. Fahey commended the Administrator that complaints are few and usually minor. Pedersen provided an "E" ratin~. The next area of responsibility reviewed was Fiscal/Business Mana~ement. Morelan provided an "E" rating commenting that the Administrator does an excellent job of preparing and administering the budget, notin~ some anticipated problems with the 10% Fund which were quickly resolved. Morelan commended the Administrator on the 1996 budget surplus with only a modest increase in the net levy, and noted that the Spooner Park shelter project was completed behind schedule but was brought,in with a substantial cost savings compared to original bid amounts. Scalze ranked the Administrator at "E" commending his cost-effective measures. Fahey provided an "E+" ranking commenting that this area is the Administrator's strong suit. Fahey suggested more speed in the area and asked if the City had a formal physical facilities maintenance upgrade plan. Fahey commended the Administrator on his steady, conscientious, conservative approach, and strong accountability to the public. Pedersen gave the Administrator an "E" rating, as did LaValle who commented on the Administrator's thorough budget preparation and efficiency with respect to the entire team.