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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - AUGUST 31. 1998 3 Mayor Probst stated to the extent that this planning exercise looked at utility issues, some expenditure from the Utility Fund might be appropriate and could be considered. Mr. Post stated that once the results and evaluation of the study are known, and if there definitely was an infrastructure feature with respect to the utilities, it would provide more concrete planning. However, currently, Phase 2 is speculative in nature. Mayor Probst stated that several meetings ago a discussion occurred on how this expenditure could be funded and there was discussion about approaching Federal EDA in regard to possible dollars. Mr. Brian Fritsinger, City Administrator, stated that contact has not yet been made. Mr. Post eXplained that staff did hold this discussion and believe it would fit the historical use of the PIR Fund. Mayor Probst stated this will effect the budget adoption which is scheduled for two weeks and asked if statf is requesting Council direction. Mr. Post stated this is staffs proposal and they would appreciate some acknowledgment if this is the right path to follow for funding or if staff should investigate other options. Councilmember Aplikowski stated if the City has to spend this money, she believes it is a good option to use these two funds. She stated her support for staff's rationale in recommending this proposal. Councilmember Larson stated his concurrence. Mayor Probst noted that at the September 14, 1998 Council meeting they will consider adoption of the preliminary budget. Mr. Post explained that the money to be levied must be certified and communicated to Ramsey County. He explained the 1999 budget is extremely tight. Mr. Post reminded the Council that by adopting the preliminary levy at the maximum, it could be reduced but not raised unless there is a disaster of some type. He noted the proposed levy is higher than adopted in the past several years and represents an increase of3 .2%. Staff recommends the adoption of Resolution #98-53 which establishes the maximum tax levy for 1999. MOTION: Councilmember Malone moved and Councilmember Keirn seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #98-53, Clarifying Proposed Sums of Money to be Levied for Levy Year i998, Payable 1999. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Resolution #98-54, Adopting Truth in Taxation Public Hearing Dates for Proposed 1999 Taxes Payable Mr. Post explained that in addition to certifying the Preliminary Levy to Ramsey County for proposed taxes payable in 1999, the City is also required to select Truth in Taxation public hearing dates. He noted the easier process available to cities this year since the Legislature set aside two days for use by municipalities. Staff recommends the Council adopt Resolution #98-