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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION December 5,2011 APPROVED 91 The Mayor reiterated that he does not support a one hauler concept for the city because it ■-- 92 reduces choice and competition. He is thinking more positively in the area of fringe 93 collections—recycling and yard waste services. He noted that the entire subject is merely 94 a topic of conversation at this point and it does merit that conversation. 95 96 The council directed staff to bring the matter to the city's Environmental Board for their 97 review and recommendation. That discussion can include the idea of reducing regular 98 haulers to three but only through attrition. 99 100 3. 2012 Environmental Board Goals—Environmental Coordinator Marty Asleson 101 introduced Environmental Board member Barbara Bor who reviewed the list of goals for 102 2012 (see staff report for complete list of goals). 103 104 The Mayor suggested that the council get together with the Envirionmental Board for 105 some joint discussion, perhaps to hear about their recommendation on solid waste 106 collection. 107 108 4. 35E Business Area Sign Plan Update—Community Development Director Grochala 109 reviewed a map of current signage. Staff is working with the city's engineering firm, 110 WSB, including their traffic engineers, on the idea of adding more signs and what would 111 be most effective. He noted the blue signs already in place that are business directed and 112 that are paid for by the businesses; increasing that exposure may be a good way to go. As 113 the city looks at increasing signage in the area, it may be an issue to allow signs in the 114 right of way since it could set a precedent for other areas. When a council member 115 mentioned a specific spot where it could seem that you are getting back onto the freeway 116 but you are not, City Engineer Wedel agreed that the signs for that situation are confusing 117 and need work. The Mayor noted that the optimum signage would be above roadway 118 with arrows—very clear and visible. Staff will continue their work. 119 120 5. Advisory Board Appointments- City Clerk Bartell noted that openings on the city's 121 advisory board were advertised and applications received through the month of 122 November. The list of applicants was received by the council. Since there were not 123 enough applications received to fill current openings on the Planning and Zoning Board 124 and the Economic Development Advisory Committee, the council directed staff to reopen 125 the process. When the process is complete, the council will interview new applicants or 126 where there is competition for a position. 127 128 6. Final Review of the 2012 Proposed Budget—Finance Director Rolek noted that the 129 council has received the final draft of the 2012 budget and it includes changes reflecting: 130 receipt of a Citizens Corp Program grant that increases the Police Department's 131 Commmunity Relations Coordinator position; final quotes for employee health coverage; 132 and a reduction in total expenditures in excess of$56,000. One question for the council 133 will be how do they wish to recognize that reduction. Possibilities are to put it into the 134 fund balance, increase the contingency or to lower the tax levy. 135 3