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ol gis L011 g The City of St. Anthony is primarily a residential community, which neighbors the communities of Minneapolis, Roseville, New Brighton and Columbia Heights. The City is at or near full development, with the economy consisting of light industrial, commerce and retail related businesses. Form of Government The City of St. Anthony operates under the Statutory Plan B form of government. Under this form of government, the City Council appoints the City Manager who then governs the Administration, Finance, Police, Fire, Public Works and Liquor Departments. On April 22, 2008, the City Council held a public hearing to discuss the budget goals for 2009 and review estimated revenues and expenditures. The purpose of the meeting is to provide the Citizens with an opportunity to communicate suggestions and recommendations concerning the 2009 budget. On April 29, 2008, the City Council met with Staff to review the Capital Equipment needs for each Department and dedicate the necessary funding to purchase the 2009 appropriation of $400,000. In late May, Department Heads start the preparation of their budgets for the next calendar year (St. Anthony's fiscal year is a calendar year). In June, Department Heads submit their budget requests for the general, special revenue, debt service and enterprise funds to the Finance Director. Budget requests are reviewed to determine if they are accurate, reasonable and well justified. Staff requests may be modified according to projected revenues, needs and justification. Once completed, the budget is prepared based upon initial revenue estimates, departmental budget requests, historical trends and financial policies. On July 29, 2008, the City Council met with Staff at a work session to review the proposed 2009 operating budget and tax levy. For years 2009, 2010 & 2011, the State Legislature implemented levy limits. At this meeting the information to determine the City's levy limit was not available; Council opted to schedule a final review of the 2009 budget and levy at its September 3, 2008, work session. The City's five-year capital equipment plan and corresponding upgrades to city buildings are prepared in a similar manner, however are expanded to include longer-term goals, needs and projections.