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-2- SCHOOLS Independent School District #621 encompasses the Cities of Mounds View, Shoreview, Arden Hills, New Brighton, and portions of Vadnais Heights, Roseville, and North Oaks. Approximately 11,000 students are enrolled in the district, which is comprised of two high schools, three middle schools, and eight elementary schools. Schools within or near Mounds View include two elementary schools, a middle school, and a senior high school. In addition, a number of parochial schools serving grades K-12 are located in and around the City of Mounds View. The School District has won numerous state and national awards for both academia and teacher quality. Medical services are available in the nearby communities of Fridley and Coon Rapids. CITY SERVICES The City of Mounds View currently employs 31 full-time, and four part-time employees. The City's total budget is $4.8 million with a$2.7 million general fund budget. The City operates water, sewer, and street light utilities. Through a joint powers agreement, Mounds View and the communities of Blaine and Spring Lake Park are served by a volunteer Fire Department. A full-time Fire Chief maintains liaison with the three municipalities. The staff consists of 72 suppression volunteers, five prevention volunteers, and an administrative staff, which includes a public educator, hazardous materials technician and two secretarial personnel. The City's fire insurance rating is Class 4. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Mounds View operates under a Mayor-Council form of government directed by a Home Rule Charter. A City Administrator assists the Council. The Mayoral term is two years and four Councilmembers are elected to four-year overlapping terms on an at- large basis. Independent Boards created by the Council include the Economic Development Authority, Parks &Recreation Commission. Economic Development Commission, Cable Commission, and Planning Commission. A 15-member Charter Commission is appointed by the District Court. The Police Civil Service Commission oversees the Police Department's personnel operations in terms of recruiting, testing, and selecting candidates and certifying individuals for appointment or promotion. The Commission consists of three members who serve three-year terms.