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City Council Study Session -10/16/06 Minutes - Page 3 Councilmember Maschka spoke in support of such enabling legislation as an important tool for the City when faced with long-term, capital needs, maintaining local control by public vote. Mr. Miller noted that the state has looked at regional benefits prior to past approvals, beyond the local jurisdiction (i.e., regional centers in a specific geographical area); and areas that would apply (i.e., OVAL and Central park) due to their regional service. Mr. Miller noted that the OVAL, for example, has more non-residents using it than local residents. Mr. Miller also addressed potential dialogue needed with other surrounding jurisdictions that may lend support; as well as those who may be opposed (i.e., Chamber of Commerce due to potential business climate negatives). Discussion included how to achieve some balance or equality due to fiscal disparities; current trend at the state level to restore cuts to Local Government Aid (LGA); preferences for a local sales tax versus bonding for capital improvements to spread the cost outside Roseville taxpayers to those benefiting from specific services; and beneficiaries of various projects, as well as impacts on the business community. Councilmember Pust noted that the OV AL meets the regional community needs for youth, and could be linked with additional needs of surrounding communities for additional youth facilities and opportunities. Staff was directed to provide additional preliminary information to the City Council and report at a later date regarding: more specific uses in addition to the OVAL; specific improvements that may qualify as regional in nature; business interest input; and staff thoughts regarding implementation. Mayor Klausing clarified that staff was directed to seek very preliminary information; and were not authorized to proceed to the legislature looking for support. Inclusion of the OVAL into the Operating Budget of a State Agency (partial funding)