Minutes - Council Work Session - 08/11/2014

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Councilmember Kuzma stated that road projects have to be funded and franchise fees may be a future consideration at some point. Mayor Strommen agreed that an on -going revenue stream needs to be found. Councilmember Tossey agreed that roads need to be funded and he supported doing so through the levy, not a franchise fee. Councilmember Kuzma noted that this funding scenario also includes assessments. Mayor Strommen stated that is correct but the Council has made a decision to move forward with road projects, which she supports, and the budget reflects that decision. Finance Director Lund stated she will make the requested revisions for presentation at the August 26, 2014, Work Session. City Administrator Ulrich stated staff will also be presenting information on sponsored community events, social service agencies and related costs that are funded, and the cost to continue the Highway 10 Alliance. 2.02: Discussion Regarding the Police Chief's Retirement and Process to Fill Position Human Resources Manager Lasher reviewed the staff report, noting Police Chief Way has submitted a letter of retirement indicating his last day of employment with the City of Ramsey will be January 31, 2015. It was noted that by that date, Police Chief Way will have served the City of Ramsey as a sworn officer for 30 years. Human Resources Manager Lasher stated this retirement will have a significant impact on the City and staff is committed to filling this position with the best possible candidate, a candidate that demonstrates the qualities necessary to meet the City's mission, core values, and guiding principles as identified in the adopted Strategic Plan. Human Resources Manager Lasher stated staff plans to conduct an internal survey with the Police Department, the management team, and possibly the City Council, if so directed. Staff will seek feedback regarding what qualities would be most important in the City's next Chief of Police. This survey will provide important feedback regardless of whether an internal or external promotional process is conducted. Human Resources Manager Lasher explained that staff will be looking for a recommendation of no more than three non - employee panel members to participate in the interview process as required by City policy. In addition, the full Council may choose to participate in the final interviews due to the critical nature of this position. Panel members may also be from outside of the community, such as a police chief from a neighboring city. Human Resources Manager Lasher noted the minimum and desired qualifications for consideration were detailed in the staff report. She indicated that as a result of mindful succession planning, there is one internal, promotable candidate, Police Captain Jeff Katers, who exceeds these minimum and desired qualifications. Human Resources Manager Lasher detailed City Council Work Session / August 11, 2014 Page 6 of 9