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City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes October 13, 2021 3. Assistant City Administrator Position Administrator Statz stated that the items has been discussed previously and reviewed pre -recession staffing numbers with Council. He stated that he looks forward to exploring candidates and discussed that the pay range that he is proposing would be $55,000-$75,000 depending on experience and competency. He stated that the job description has included Council Member Lakso's suggestions and that this position may be an entry level position with the potential to be a Senior level position in the future, similar to the Senior Account Clerk's position. Council Member King questioned how much money the City was saving by combining the City Engineer and the City Administrator positions. Administrator Statz stated that the new position would free up some of his time allowing for more engineering tasks. Council Member Koski stated that he supports the position but feels that duties should be well defined so that no one is stepping on someone's toes and staff is in harmony, understands their duties and does not feel like they are being stepped on as they are long-standing employees. Mayor Love inquired about infrastructure costs associate with the hiring. City Administrator Statz stated this will not involve building costs but will be minimal such as a cubical, computer, software, etc. Discussion ensued regarding willingness to accept a candidate with years of experience or some experience, having the Personnel Committee assist with interviews, learning curve, progression of duties, etc. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member King to Approve the Hiring of an Assistant City Administrator Position as presented with a salary ranee of $55,000-$75,000 annually. All in favor. Motion carried. X. COUNCIL/ADMINISTRATOR ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Administrator's/Engineer Report — Administrator Statz stated that there was a vacancy on the watershed board and that if any Centerville resident was interested to come forward. He stated that Council will endorse a candidate at their next meeting. He also stated that there has been lengthy discussion on procedures for appointment as a lawsuit is pending from Circle Pines and their previous appointment not being recognized. He stated that all cities will be endorsing a list of candidates within the RCWD for appointment. Administrator Statz stated that Census information came in lower than what has been tracked by Met Council. He stated that Met. Council estimated 3,896 and 4,050 in 2019. He stated that the average age is closer to the metro average of 2.92 (2.76 — Centerville). He stated that population decrease would help with the police and fire budgets but makes it more difficult for the City to achieve a population of 5,000. He also reported that the Cities MS4 Permit to discharge storm water was approved through 2025. He stated that the application was 30 pages this year and that previously it was only 7 pages. Council Member King asked whether the program was redundant. Administrator Statz stated tthat Page 7of9