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Ms. Kvilvang commented that the utilities are the enterprise funds which generate revenue, and <br />most cities use those funds for internal borrowing which avoids paying interest to an outside <br />vendor. She stated that if the City spends down all its cash, it may need to increase the utility fees <br />in the future in order to build those balances back up. <br /> <br />Councilmember Riley commented that while it seems that this is a good opportunity, he would <br />caution against mixing money. He noted that these funds have been set aside for a specific <br />purpose. <br /> <br />Finance Director Lund clarified that the intent tonight was simply to present some options for the <br />Council to think about as this moves forward. <br /> <br />City Administrator Ulrich noted that the Council will discuss the American Rescue Plan Funds in <br />July. He noted that this discussion could be parked for the time being and come back at that time. <br /> <br />Councilmember Musgrove commented that she would not be in favor of bonding as these funds <br />have been set aside for this purpose and would be replenished by future water fees. <br /> <br />Councilmember Heineman agreed that the funds have already been set aside for this and would <br />not be in favor of bonding for additional funds when the City has the funds available. <br /> <br />2.02: Discuss the Interview Panel and Process for the Deputy City Administrator/ <br />Community Development Director Recruitment <br /> <br />City Administrator Ulrich reviewed the staff report. <br /> <br />Councilmember Heineman stated that at the last discussion there was dialogue as to whether this <br />would be one position or two but was unsure if there was consensus. <br /> <br />City Administrator Ulrich stated that there was not consensus but there was agreement to advertise <br />the position as recommended as one position. <br /> <br />Mayor Kuzma commented that the direction was to move forward and then make the decision <br />based on the qualifications of the applicants. <br /> <br />Councilmember Heineman commented that he felt that there should be clarity before this moves <br />forward. <br /> <br />Councilmember Musgrove commented that someone is applying to the position as listed and <br />therefore feels there should be clarity. She stated that when she reviewed the minutes there were <br />three Councilmembers that voiced comments against listing the positions jointly. <br /> <br />Mayor Kuzma commented that the position has already been advertised as directed by the Council <br />at the last meeting. He noted that some applications have already been received. <br /> <br />City Council Work Session / June 22, 2021 <br />Page 3 of 10 <br /> <br />