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City Council Regular Meeting - 08/23/04 Minutes - Page 30 less than a quorum of each body present, there was no formal meeting notice required. Further discussion included levy requests and process; the two 2005 budget options presented for the HRA levy; definition of programs and policy and how those would be impacted by a reduction in building permit revenues; allocation of funds to the HRA and format to follow; HRA levy structure and how it is allocated to property owners in the City of Roseville; lifting of levy limits by the State of Minnesota for 2005; HRA levy outside limit authority and benefits to homeowners; fiscal disparities considerations; and the mechanics of property tax levies and impacts to industrial or residential properties. Finance Director Miller offered to further research several fiscal disparities questions and comments and bring that information to the September 13, 2004 meeting. Councilmember Schroeder opined that the HRA is a good resource, and has already performed substantial work that will help the City Council develop their goals; and with continuing communication and collaboration, the HRA could serve as a vital resource in achieving the City's goals. Councilmember Schroeder opined his support of staff being involved in the conversations between Council and HRA representatives for their perspective and expertise. It was the consensus of the Council that staff be included in the initial sub-group discussions of the HRA and Council (i.e., Dennis Welsch and Cathy Bennett) . City Manager Beets sought clarification as to whether there was specific directive to the HRA and/or staff related to providing additional information (i.e., enhanced housing code or rental licensing information) and whether staff should prepare a draft