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September 22. 20 15 being hired. He provided comment on the relationship that New Brighton staff has with the Army and the amount of time that this consumes on a yearly basis. He stated that he would support the Council's decision, but wanted to clarify the budget and tax levy recommendation of staff at this time. He reported that if the tax levy were reduced to 2%, the fleet/non-fleet funding would be reduced and staff would also have to address the amount being put into health care benefits for staff. In addition, the golf course contribution may be made out of reserves. Councilmember Bauman called the question. 2 Ayes, 3 Nays (Bauman, Burg and Strub opposed) -Motion Carried Motion by Councilmember Burg, seconded by Councilmember Strub to adopt a Resolution approving the proposed tax levy for taxes payable in 2016 and setting the meeting date for the 2016 budget discussion with public comment and the determination of the final 2016 tax levies. 3 Ayes, 2 Nays (Bauman and Mayor Jacobsen opposed) -Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported the Metro Area Water Supply Committee met last week. He provided an overview of the items discussed by this group. He explained he met with Standard & Poor's representatives this afternoon and discussed the City's bond rating. He noted he recently attended a meeting with the Army where the treatability study was reviewed. He discussed the mix up with the printer that was used for the fall cleanup day. He stated only 30 people participated in the event due to the mix up. He apologized for the confusion and noted that staff was addressing the matter. Mary Burd Councilmember Burg reported the Park and Recreation Commission met at Totem Park today and held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground equipment. She explained that Totem Park now had an expression swing. She noted the Senior Expo was held last week and there were over 300 attendees. She was pleased that the new cardio and weight equipment was installed at the Community Center. She encouraged New Brighton residents to take advantage of fall golfing at the Brightwood Golf Course. She invited the public to participate in the Taste of Northeast event on Thursday, October 22"d, which served as a fundraiser for Northeast Youth and Family Services. She explained the Harvest Dinner for those 80 and over would be held on October 11 th at 1:00 p.m. at the Eagle's Club. She noted PREC would meet again on Wednesday, October 14`h Gina Bauman Councilmember Bauman stated she would be attending a strategic planning meeting with the Cable Commission on Wednesday. She was excited that CenturyLink would be entering this market. Paul Jacobsen Councilmember Jacobsen reported the Planning Commission met last week and discussed a minor replatting for Pulte Homes. He indicated there would be a Shoreland Ordinance Open House on Tuesday, September 29`h from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the New Brighton Community Center. Those with questions regarding the Shoreland Ordinance were encouraged to attend. He explained CPY would be holding its fall fundraiser on Friday, October 2'd at the Community Center. He encouraged all to participate in this wonderful community event. Page 6 of 7 Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates