4.1. DRAFT MINUTES (4 SETS) 12-19-2016

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City Council Minutes Page 2 December 5,2016 ----------------------------- 6.1 Introduction of New Employees Ms. Ziemer introduced Jesse Dorn and provided a brief background of his work experience. Mr. Dorn indicated he was looking forward to his work on the city's budget. Captain Bob Kluntz introduced Community Service Officer Nicholas Davis and provided a brief background of his work experience. Mr. Davis will be attending school in January of 2017 to become a licensed peace officer. Mr. Hecker introduced Parks Maintenance Worker Todd Neal and provided a brief background of his work experience. Mr. Neal stated he was impressed with the diversity of park amenities the city offers its residents. 7.1. 2017 Budget and Tax Levy Ms. Ziemer presented the staff report. She provided a PowerPoint presentation explaining the purpose of this evening's public hearing was to discuss the 2017 city budget and tax levy information. She stated if individuals have questions/concerns regarding their property values, they should attend the Board of Appeal meeting in the spring or contact the Sherburne County Assessor's Office. Ms. Ziemer briefly outlined the process of this evening's budget presentation and comment period, explaining the city's vision and the goals supporting that vision. She stated Council approved the maximum tax levy of$10,657,808 in September, which is the maximum tax levy the city can adopt. The Council directed staff to make reductions to the budget and is recommending a final tax levy of$10,563,770, which is an increase of 3.85% and down from the preliminary levy increase of 4.78%. Ms. Ziemer reviewed the tax levy by use and compared the levy with previous years. She also reviewed property tax changes and explained that a number of factors play a role in determining the property tax amount. Ms. Ziemer reviewed General Fund revenues and expenditures, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise Funds. She concluded that the Council may adopt the 2017 tax levy and budgets following public input and comment. Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. Teresa Konvicka 565 Jefferson Lane located in Presidential Estates, stated she was astounded by her 2017 tax statement and her estimated market value increasing so much. She stated she contacted the Sherburne County Assessor's Office to ask them to review the proposed property value. She also expressed concerns regarding the proposed expenditures for 2017. Ms. Ziemer explained to Ms. Konvicka that she was correct in working with the Assessor's office and directed her concerns regarding property values to them as the city only controls the tax levy amount. P 0 W I R I U U Y otm§A UREJ