04-14-10 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 14, 2010 annually for fire truck replacement, with that amount subject to change pending the outcome of our study group. Montour asked about the scenario of LGA going away in future years. The Administrator noted the option of increasing the levy. 'The Administrator pointed out that future impacts to LGA may be additional State cuts as well as LGA formula changes that would reduce the amount of aid Little Canada receives. There was additional discussion relative to the City's need to continue to monitor the budget situation and the need for additional discussions as the City moves into planning its 2011 Budget. 2010 GOALS At this point in the workshop, the City Administrator presented proposed & ACTION Action Plans for the 2010 Goals. The first Action Plan was for the goal PLANS Continue to Move Forward with New Public Works Garage. The City Administrator noted the City's moving forward with acquiring the site. The biggest issue will be with determining the redevelopment potential of the area, and then siting the garage within that area. "1'he next Action Plan was for the goal Pursue Shared Multi-Family Patrol Position. The City Administrator reported that he would be contacting the City of Vadnais Heights to determine their interest. He noted, however, that given levy limits and the large recreational project that is underway in Vadnais Heights, that city may not be able to commit to this position at this time. The next Action Pla~1 was Fire Department Equipment Replacement Funding Plan. The City Administrator noted that a committee representing elected officials, City staff, and Fire Department representatives would be formed to establish this funding plan. The Administrator anticipated that committee appointment would occur at the April 28°i Council meeting. The next Action Plan was Develop Animal Control Policy. The City Administrator asked if the Council was agreeable to the expanded scope of the policy from what is proposed in the Action Plan. He noted that staff would be researching this issue and would be bringing a recommendation to the Council for action later this summer. Evaluate/Implement Video Surveillance Program to Enhance Crime Prevention Efforts & Consider Other Potential Uses as discussed. The Administrator noted that cost details and possible locations would be identified and information presented to the Council later this summer. We are still awaiting a letter from the Sheriff outlining his objectives for this program. 5