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IbOf NEW BRKARON the city that works for you Council Worksession October 7, 2014 5:00 pm Present: Mayor Dave Jacobsen Councilmember Gina Bauman Councilmember Brian Strub Councilmember Paul Jacobsen Councilmember Mary Burg Absent: Staff in Attendance: Dean Lotter Guests in Attendance: Craig Rapp Strategic Priorities Lotter reviewed the City's strategic performance report, in addition to the Council's six priorities. Craig Rapp reviewed the table of contents while summarizing the 19 outcomes with the Council. He provided further comment on the format and design of the performant report. Councilmember Jacobsen appreciated the summary from staff and believed the format of the report was easily readable. Councilmember Burg agreed noting the report was clear and easy to understand. Mayor Jacobsen believed that few cities had a comprehensive assessment of their goals and priorities. It was his opinion that this document would be valuable to keep the City moving forward, in the right direction. Craig appreciated the feedback from the Council. Further discussion ensued regarding the performance outcomes along with the City's strategic priorities. Lotter reviewed the numerous issues the Council has addressed over the first three quarters of 2014. He discussed how resident participation could become a priority for the Council in the coming year for the Town Hall and neighborhood meetings. Mayor Jacobsen provided comment on how the City would be impacted by the two bridge replacements planned for 2015. He recommended information on these projects be placed on the City's website. Craig discussed the City's financial outcomes and commended the Council for their efforts. He explained it would be difficult for the City to measure its governance effectiveness. Councilmember Bauman cautioned the Council from "banking" on LGA going into the future. She believed this was a mistake. It was her opinion that the City had not achieved a smiley face in this area. Discussion ensured regarding the City's bond rating and success rate in addressing business items. Mayor Jacobsen appreciated the order that has been created through the Council's efforts. He was thankful for the Council's diversity and differing opinions. Lotter was pleased with the Council's ability to handle items within the business meetings in a timely manner and on schedule. Councilmember Burg acknowledged staff for getting information to the Council in a timely manner to allow for the Council to review and better understand items prior to making final decision. Mayor Jacobsen thanked the Council for being willing to put in extra time in worksession meetings as this was assisting with the decision making process.