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REPRESENTATIVE GERI EVANS PAGE TWO NOVEMBER 29, 1993 * Restructuring of the property tax formula - residential properties are absorbing more of the tax burden due to the tax shift from C/I properties. Also, there needs to be an reviewal of County assessment practices. Values a:e often not consistent within and across city boundaries; and, to frequently, the values established are too high for a property owner to absorb in a one year cycle. * Clarification of the restrictions on employee use of city -owned vehicles * No reopener of Pay Equity * Define timeline and funding for the turnback of County roads to municipalities * Examination of Minnesota cities liabilities under the Super Fund law and related state statutes. Cities need help from the potentially devastating results of landfill litigations. * Restructuring of the Tax Increment Law to remove restrictions which are hindering cities' ability to attract and retain an industrial/commercial base. * A commitment, through legislative action, which places no additional unfunded mandates on cities and examine the need for current mandates with a goal of removal of some mandates by the next legislative session. * Establishment of qualifications for all charter commission members as well as a better system for appointments. * Stricter State Nuisance Ordinance and opportunities for cities to establish stricter code enforcement procedures. As you can see, the City Council is very interested in discussing ideas which address a comprehensive and important spectrum of social and political issues. The City of Mounds View is confident that by establishing an open and on -going dialogue with our elected officials and sharing with them the City's concerns, the City of Mounds View will be an important instrument for positive change in the Metropolitan area. It is always a pleasure to see you and we all look forward to our meeting with you on December 6, 1993, 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mounds View City Hall. Sincerely, Samantha Orduno City Administrator