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City Council Minutes Page 3 November 13,2012 6.3. 2013—2017 Capital Improvement Program • Mr. Simon presented the staff report. Mr.Hecker and Mr.Schreifels reviewed park priorities.The Council discussed the appropriate level of funding transfer.It was noted that park buildings are funded through the Building Reserve Fund. Council consensus was to increase the rate of transfer from the Municipal Liquor Store Fund to the Park Improvement Fund from 20%to 45%.This policy revision will be brought back for formal approval on a future consent agenda. A. Ice Arena Renovation Update Mr. Czech presented his staff report.Mr. Simon reviewed the financial forecasts of each of the four options. The Council discussed the various options. B. Park and Capital Improvements (Councilmember Gumphrey) Councilmember Gumphrey stated that the city could combine some of the proposed projects such as the Arena renovation,Pinewood Clubhouse,Activity Center projects,and other park improvements into one large project and either bring to the voters for funding or obtain bonds. He added that quiet zones could also be included in the project. He stated that he only brought the issue up for discussion. He noted that he believes a decision should • be made on the Arena renovation soon as construction costs will just continue to increase. Mayor Dietz indicated he believes the city can tackle some of the smaller projects through the normal budget process but that if the city moves forward with the Arena options 3 or 4, that should be decided by the voters.He stated that he would like to talk to other cities about quiet zones because costs seem to be less than our estimates.He stated he would like to see a plan in place before a decision is made. Councilmember Motin stated that he would not be in favor of options 1 or 2 presented for the Arena as they are just fixes to get by for a couple years. Mr.Portner indicated that there is time to put together a planning document and make decisions based on that document.He added that there is also time to gather support from local groups if necessary. Councilmember Westgaard stated that he believes quiet zones should be handled separately adding that many of the buildings discussed above have to do with leisure activities,which are wants,not needs.He added that it may make sense to do one large bonding bill. He would like to get additional information Farmington's proposal for their Arena renovation. 6.4. 2013 Budget Mr. Simon presented his staff report. Councilmember Zerwas stated that he would like to focus on the levy rather than the tax • rate.