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Our mission is to be a progressive and welcoming Village that is walkable, sustainable and safe 3301 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony, MN 55418 612‐782‐3301 | www.savmn.com The City has entered second phase of its debt levy reduction program. During this phase future street improvement will be performed every two out of three years. This modified pace of street improvements will result in a reduction in the reliance on bond (debt) financing. Debt levy reductions have begun the transition to Infrastructure levy support of construction projects. The Infrastructure Levy will fund a greater portion of construction costs versus Bond financing over time, resulting in a significantly reduced amount of cumulative debt in the next 15 years. The model also provides flexibility for unexpected levy demands in the future. Cash management policies and practices: The City’s initial investment objective is to preserve capital. Secondary considerations are liquidity and lastly yield. Accordingly, deposits are either insured by federal depository insurance or collateralized. Temporary cash surpluses during the year are invested in various securities defined by Minnesota Statutes. The City’s policy is to invest available monies at competitive interest rates in accordance with the City’s over‐all fiscal plan and coordinate them with operating needs and programs projected over the ensuing 12 months. Risk Management: The City uses a proactive approach to limit its liability risk and insurance costs. To assist employees who are injured while on duty, Managed Care Program is used to reduce medical expenses and other costs relating to workplace injuries. The program assists employees with a treatment plan which reduces lost workdays, replacement workers, etc. In addition, a safety committee consisting of employees from every department meets monthly throughout the year to discuss safety related items, review accident reports and provide recommendations to reduce the City’s exposure to liability. The City’s DEI committee has representatives from each department and meets monthly. The committee discusses how the City can continue to be a welcoming place to work and live for all. The committee continually challenges us to evaluate, educate and implement opportunities to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive. The City’s general liability insurance is with the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. In order to reduce the cost of insurance, a $10,000 per occurrence/$50,000 aggregate deductible is maintained and funded through insurance dividends paid by the League of Minnesota Cities. SHARED SERVICES Grants: Each year, the City actively participates in Federal, State and County administered grants. In 2023 the Police, Fire, Public Works and Administration received a variety of public safety, operating, equipment and infrastructure construction grants. A list of the grants includes: 6