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Chairperson Elvig stated he sees the need to have some internal growth if they are going to keep up with services. He indicated he would like to include a juvenile diversion program in the budget, which he has discussed with Police Chief Way. The Boy Scouts are interested in starting a program in Anoka County and would pioneer a program in Ramsey if they are willing. The split would be 1/3 Boy Scouts, 1/3 Ramsey, and 1/3 Andover. He feels $8,000 to $10,000 would be an appropriate amount. The success rate of the program is about 80% of no returns for over two years. Police Chief Way has not investigated the whole program yet, but if they do not get it included in the levy it will be too late. Police Chief Way, Anoka County and the Anoka County Attorney Office are all excited about the program; he has not discussed it with Andover yet. Councihnember Strommen indicated this does not need to be added to the levy. She suggested the program be worked in during the budget process. Councihnember Zimmerman inquired how the proposed budget and levy affect the Public Works Department for next summer. Public Works Director Kapler replied the proposed budget includes two additional Public Works employees. He explained next year they will look at bringing seasonal employees on in two stages; one fi'om early to late summer and one from mid summer going later to be sure they have help when it is needed. Councilmember Strommen inquired about the effect of the levy on a $200,000 home. Finance Officer Lund replied with an 8.5% market increase there would be an increase of $64.90 for a $200,000 home. The EDA levy would add another $28, and the total would come to an increase of $93.72. Chairperson Elvig indicated he is comfortable with the levy and budget at this time. His largest concern is monitoring the revenue stream, which should be done every quarter, so they do not fall into the need for a franchise fee. Finance Officer Lund advised the franchise fee was a charge of $72 per year on property owners. Councihnember Strommen inquired about the schedule for upcoming work sessions on the budget. Finance Officer Lund indicated budget discussions are usually scheduled in October and November. The budget will come forward for adoption at the first meeting in December. Chairperson Elvig noted on p. 229, Fire Station No. 2 should be changed to Fire Station No. 1. Motion by Chairperson Elvig, seconded by Councilmember Zimmerman, to recommend that the City Council adopt the resolution approving the Proposed Maximum 2004, Payable 2005, Tax Levy. Finance Committee/September 13, 2004 Page 5 of 8