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noted that even if the three positions were removed from the budget, the proposed levy for 2016 <br />would still be higher than the 2015 levy. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill referenced the portion of the staff report that <br />highlighted the code enforcement position proposed to be added, highlighting activities that <br />would be impacted if the position is not added. He noted that the City would continue to be <br />complaint based in terms of code enforcement and explained that this position would not become <br />proactive in seeking out violations. He highlighted some of the activities that the department <br />would be able to participate in if this position is added. He noted that a consultant could be used <br />but noted the high cost for that professional service. <br />Police Chief Katers stated that from the standpoint of the Police Department, direction had been <br />given in the past for the department to handle the enforcement portion, but noted that assistance <br />is needed from other departments in regard to interpretation and determination. He noted that <br />high level of time needed for enforcement, explaining that other items are sometimes identified <br />through violations such as parking deficiencies. <br />Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama provided the prospective from <br />the economic development position and noted that the position would assist with leases. He <br />stated that this role would fit well with the community development department and shifting this <br />responsibility from economic development would allow the department to be more proactive <br />with the EDA Work Plan and initiatives. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill noted that in 2004 there were 13 employees within <br />the planning and building divisions, while currently there are only six employees. <br />Mayor Strommen stated that the information was helpful but she would like to focus on the five- <br />year budget and the implications the added positions would have in future years. <br />Finance Director Lund reviewed the information found within the five-year chart in the staff <br />report noting that some items were estimations using the information that is known today. <br />Councilmember Kuzma asked for additional information on the road debt. <br />Finance Director Lund provided additional clarification on the road debt that would be budgeted <br />for each year through 2018. <br />City Administrator Ulrich provided information printed in a local newspaper regarding <br />neighboring cities and their recent discussions regarding road debt and financing options. He <br />stated that the road debt is a noticeable impact. <br />Councilmember Riley confirmed that equipment replacement was included in the future years. <br />Finance Director Lund noted that land sale proceeds could also offset some of the figures. <br />City Council Work Session / November 24, 2015 <br />Page 2 of 7 <br />