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2009 proposed tax levy in the amount of $9,554,086 and to schedule the City of Ramsey's initial budget public hearing on Monday, December 1, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. and a reconvene date (if necessary) on Monday, December 8, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.; and Adopt Resolution #08-09-176 adopting the 2009 "Proposed" General Fund Budget as presented utilizing the proposed tax levy. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Mayor Gamec and Councilmembers Strommen, Look, Dehen, Jeffrey, and Olson. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Elvig. Mayor Gamec stated that he wanted to remind the public that this is just the preliminary budget, not the final budget. He stated that if people see these figures in the next few weeks, he would like people to know that the Council is still reviewing the budget and looking for additional cuts. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT Canvass the Ballot Mayor Gamec reminded residents that the Canvassing of the Ballot will take place Wednesday, September 10,2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the Lake Itasca room. Happy Days Mayor Gamec reiterated that Happy Days events are coming up this weekend and noted that the parade will be Saturday, September 13,2008 at 3:30 p.m. Ramsey Elementary School's Back to School Night Councilmember Jeffrey stated that the Ramsey Elementary School held their back to school picnic earlier tonight and expected 1,400 people. He stated that he wanted to thank the fire fighters and police officers who were there working with the kids. Primary Election Councilmember Olson asked residents not to forget to vote in the Primary Election Tuesday, September 9, 2008. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Jeffrey, seconded by Councilmember Look, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the City Council adjourned at 7:54 p.m. City Council / September 8, 2008 Page 9 of 10