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HomeMy WebLinkAbout19900823_special173 MJ3UTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HAIL AUGUST 23, 1990 - 5:OO P.H. ROLLCAIX Answering rollcall were Members Kelly, Paulus, and.Rice. Mayor Pro-Tem Kelly called the meeting to order. assumed the Chair. Mayor Richards arrived at 5:lO p.m. and Mayor Pro-Tem Kelly stated that the purpose of this special meeting was to start discussions on the proposed 1991 Budget for the City of Edina. and commissions have been invited to present testimony in support of the proposed budget . Park Board - Bob Christianson, Park Board Chair, spoke in support of the proposal for one additional fulltime maintenance man in the area of general turf care which would include all mowing. Park Director Kojetin explained that this would change the City's mowing from 10-day minimum turnaround to 5 day turnaround. In the last -15 years park mowing has increased by approximately 400 acres of manicured land. Advisory boards South Hennepin Human Services Council (SHHSC). - Noah Hurley, HRC Chair, stated that the Human Relations Commission recommends that the City Council fund the full request of SHHSC for 1991in the amount of $21,370 (49.52% over last year). reflects the Commission's concern that ongoing coordinated planning for human services be developed and maintained. that each community contribute equally on a per capita basis to the process. Commission has felt the lack of data regarding the extent of need, a clear demographic description of the community served, and a definition and assessment of the adequacy of the services available. It is the Commission's intent to carefully assess the progress made during fiscal 1991 by SHHSC. determined that the agency does not provide the information/service needed, the Council would be urged to consider alternative ways of obtaining the service. This The Commission also endorses the concept The If it is There was considerable discussion on the present status of SHHSC and its role in the future. disproportionate amount for services to its citizens and in fact would be subsidizing programs for the other cities. could be duplication of seryices that are provided by other agencies. Forbes, Director of SHHSC, explained that in trying to arrive at a fair share distribution of costs, the contribution for each city was based on population statistic's at $.47 per resident. County may not continue its funding for planning and coordination for 1991. Director Forbes stated that SHHSC has divested itself of its direct service programs over the past year except for the Emergency Services Program. function will be to act as a planning and coordination agency. SHHSC will try to address in 1991 will be working poor issues (i.e. child care, housing, employment, financial planning). The question was raised of whether Edina would be paying a Also, there was concern that there Carolyn The Board also was concerned that Hennepin Their main The primary issue Human Relations Commission - Noah Hurley, HRC Chair, stated that the HRC recommends that the City Council fund the Commission's request for 1991 in the amount of $54,900. budget. The Commission recommends funding for the eight service agencies totaling $53,500 which is 2.24% over last year as follows: Storefrontflouth Action $36,900, Senior Community Services $5,400, Cornerstone Advocacy Service $4,000, Share-A-Home $1,900, United Battered Families Network $2,000, VW $2,400, West Suburban Mediation Center $900 and Family Resources $0.00. Review of Proposed 1991 Budget - Following the presentations by boards and commissions the Council began review and discussion of the proposed 1991 Budget by area and function including the following: General Government - Mayor & Council, Administration, Planning, Finance, Election, Assessing, Legal & Court Seryices; Public Works - Administration, Engineering, Supervision, Street Maintenance, That amount represents approximately 3.14% of the total 174 8/23/90 Street Lighting, Traffic & Street Name Signs, Traffic Control, Bridges/Guard Rails, Storm Drainage, Lakes and Ponds, Sidewalks-Ramps-Parking Lots; Public Safety - Police Protection, Civilian Defense, Animal Control, Fire Protection, Maintenance. . Public Health, Inspections; Park & Recreation - Administration, Recreation, During the review and discussion, the Council asked that additional information on be given to them on a number of questions and issues prior to the next budget meeting. Mayor Richards reminded the Council that additional budget meetings are scheduled for August 28 and August 29 (if needed). He suggested a tentative agenda for the next meeting on Tuesday, August 28: 1) complete the review of the remaining sections (non-deEartmenta1 and central services) of the proposed 1991 Budget, 2) staff responsle to questions raised by the Council, and 3) consensus by the Council on areas proposed to be adjusted. Finance Directbr Wallin advised the Council of two actions that must be taken prior to September 1, 1990: 1) to adopt and certify a Proposed 1991 Budget representing the maximum levy to Hennepin County, and 2) set dates for the Truth in Taxation hearing and a reconvened hearing as mandated by state statute. would recommend November 20 and 29 for the Truth in Taxation Hearings. Staff The meeting was declared adjourned at 7:04 p.m.