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Ciry Council Minutes December 6, 2010 Page 2 5.1.A. Recognition of Retirement of Police Chief Teff Beahen Ms. Johnson expressed her appreciation for former Police Chief Beahen's service to working • as Police Chief for the City of Elk River for over 17 years. She spoke highly of his dedication to the staff and residents of Elk River and wished him well on his retirement and future endeavors. Mayor Klinzing also expressed her appreciation for his years of service to the community. She read and presented his retirement plaque to Chief Beahen thanking him for his leadership and service to the city. 5.1.B. Recognition of Years of Service - Terrv Mack Mr. Hals recognized Terry Mack for his 35 years of service. He spoke very highly of Terry's dedication to the street department and noted he was an excellent employee. Mayor Klinzing also expressed her appreciation for Terry's years of service to the city. She read and presented a plaque thanking him for his 35 years of dedication and service to the community and his loyalty and professional service. 5.2. Oath of Office for Firefi hters Chief Cunningham introduced the three new firefighters to the council. Mayor Klinzing administered the oath of office and swore in Jason Grosskreutz, Mark Lees, and Bryan Provo as firefighters for the Elk River Fire Department. Their families then pinned their badges on them. 5.3. Police Chief Appointment and Oath of Office • Ms. Johnson presented the staff report. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPOINT BRAD ROLFE AS POLICE CHIEF EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Mayor Klinzing administered the oath of office and swore in Brad Rolfe as Chief of Police for the City of Elk River. Chief Rolfe's wife, Jody, then pinned his badge on him. Chief Rolfe expressed his appreciation to the council and the many police employees who were present in support of his swearing in. He stated he looked forward to the responsibilities as police chief for the City of Elk River and thanked his family and co- workers for their support. 5.4. Bu et Hearing and Tax Levy Ms. Johnson presented the staff report with a Power Point presentation outlining the budget. She explained that the purpose of this evening's public hearing was to discuss the general city budget and general tax information and that it is not a time to discuss individual property values. She stated that if individuals have questions or concerns regarding their property values, they should attend the Board of Review meeting in the spring or contact the Sherburne County Assessor's Office. Ms. Johnson briefly outlined the process of this evening's budget presentation and comment period. She stated the Council approved the tax levy, $11,112,391 in September, which is the • maximum tax levy the City can adopt. Ms. Johnson reviewed the tax levy by use and