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Page 5 - September 11, 2006 New Brighton Council Minutes attempt to look into the budget issues earlier in the year. ICting City Manager Jacobson expressed his appreciation to Dan Maiers and all taff for diligently working on the 2007 budget. ayor Larson shared information he received from the League of Minnesota Cities lating to the per capita amount paid in taxes in our neighboring cities. Council Member Bauman indicated that at the council retreat in February it was determined to meet regularly with the department heads, and would request to follow through with that. Ms Bauman stated that with the exception of the fleet/non-fleet omission from the original budget, the actual decrease is 3%, and that is unacceptable to her. Council Member Hoffman stated that the results of the resident survey will be beneficial in final budget preparations. Council Member Burg stated the importance of balance in the quality of life with the tax burden, and suggested the council be cautious in the cuts they make. 3. Adoption of the Proposed 2007 Lake Diane Tax Levy. Report No. 06-211. Resolution No. 06-091. Director of Finance Dan Maiers explained that the City is required to submit the proposed maximum tax levy to the County by September 15, 2006. lotion by Conneil Member Doff'mg, seconded by Council Member Hoffman to Waive the reading and adopt the proposed tax levy for taxes payable in2007 for Lake Diane storm sewer improvement taxing district. 5 Ayes - 0 Nays, Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports. Announcements. and Updates Municipal Advisory Commission Reports: Council Member Mroy Burg - Public Safety Commission Council Member Burg reported that Mike Lochen began his duties as Detective on September 5th, following Bill Sorter's retirement. A blood drive was held on September 6, resulting in the collection of 32 pints of blood. Two new Police Officers were sworn in on September 11th, Aaron Slack and Carla Cincotta. The New Brighton / Mounds View Rotary Club suppot Project Lifesaver with a donation of $2,000. A Citizens Police Academy is scheduled. Vohmteers in Public Safety contributed 6000 hours of service. lourrcll Member Ann Hoffman - Parks, Recreation, and Envirorunental Commission Council Member Hoffman reported that the Disc Golf course issues with parking and conduct are being addressed by Director of Parks and Recreation Sandy Breuer. Ms. Hoffman also acknowledged the 5th Anniversary of the attacks of 911, and expressed appreciation and condolences. 3. Moption of the Proposed 2007 1Bke Diane Tax Levy. Report No. 06-2 I 1. Resolution No. 06-091