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DATE
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TIME ENDED
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
CITY OF LINO LAKES
MINUTES
: November 28, 2005
. 5:38 p.m.
. 6:40 p.m.
: Council Members Carlson, Dahl,
Reinert, Stoltz and Mayor Bergeson
: None
Staff members present: City Administrator, Gordon Heitke; Community Development
Director, Michael Grochala; and Chief of Police, Dave Pecchia
DRAFT COMMUNITY SURVEY
Mayor Bergeson advised the purpose of the meeting is to review the proposed draft
community survey.
Mr. Peter Leatherman, Decision Resources, Ltd, came forward and answered questions
about the survey process noting they are proposing a sampling of 400 residents allowing
for a plus or minus five -percent. The surveys are taken by a random digit dial and
appointments are set. Most calls are placed between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
The company does attempt to call everyone approximately 30 times before moving on to
a replacement. The survey will take about 25 minutes to complete.
Mr. Leatherman reviewed the proposed draft survey noting the cost for the survey is
$21,000. A formal presentation is given to the Council on camera at a regular Council
meeting.
Mr. Leatherman noted the changes from the last survey and made recommendations for
further changes. The Council noted their desired changes and incorporated them into the
survey.
Mr. Leatherman advised the survey is a snapshot of resident's opinions at that particular
time. Results are supposed to be based on a "gut" reaction and should be utilized in
conjunction with other community information.
Mr. Leatherman noted any resident within the City is eligible to take the survey. He
recommended the City conduct a survey every 3-4 years due to the change and growth
within the community.
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SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION NOVEMBER 28, 2005
APPROVED
It was the consensus of the Council to make the noted changes and proceed with the
community survey. Final draft copies will be distributed to the Council.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on
December 12, 2005.
Transcribed by:
Kim Points
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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John Bergeson, Mayor
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