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COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 9,1996 Council Member Kuether raised the issue of levy to individual property owners, with the possibility of coupling road reconstruction with sewer utility issues. Mr. Schumacher suggested that Council would have until December 5 to address all of the issues raised, and that by that time Council should be able to determine whether or not there is a need for the proposed increase. Council Member Kuether agreed that the increase should be included at this time, with determination made prior to finalization of the budget whether or not the funds are necessary. Mayor Landers asked Ms. Vaske if it was necessary to label the funds that would be derived from the proposed increase. Ms. Vaske stated that the funds can be designated for a specific purpose, if desired. Council Member Neal asked about use of the funds for redevelopment. Council Member Kuether indicated that such funding would be set aside for emergency purposes. Council Member Lyden asked if $75,000 would be available from the current capital projects fund. Ms. Vaske responded that this fund includes numerous sources, such as Area and Unit, Dedicated Parks, New Construction, etc., which totals much more than $75,000. Mayor Landers asked if the account can be designated at a later date. Ms. Vaske indicated that designation at this time is not necessary. Motion defeated for lack of majority vote. Council Member Kuether moved to adopt Resolution No. 96 - 118, with the additional tax funds collected to be placed in a reserve account. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion defeated for lack of majority vote. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 96 - 118, with the additional tax funds collected designated for road reconstruction and/or Housing Redevelopment Association projects. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Council Member Neal reiterated his desire to see a zero tax increase, with future funds being earmarked for road reconstruction. Mayor Landers reminded Council that future funds would be incoming on an incremental basis. Mr. Wessel stated that on October 14 an HRA meeting will be held at which time this issue could be determined. Motion carried, with Council Members Lyden and Neal voting no. Resolution No. 96 - 118 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 96 -117, Adopting the Proposed 1997 Annual Operating Budget - Ms. Vaske explained that Truth in Taxation requires the City to adopt a proposed 1997 operating budget on or before September 15 of each year. The proposed 1997 budget includes a 2.25% tax increase, representing $75,000 in additional funds. The department budgets within the proposed budget will be further reviewed by Council and Staff between September 15 and November 22, for necessary changes. 6