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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 23, 2009 Page 22 Mr. Miller advised that the staff memorandum dated November 9, 2009 included alternative revenue sources, with the two most significant being the street light ut- ility fee, estimated to generate $300,000 annually and covering all lighting costs and their replacements; and the gas and electric franchise fee, estimated to gener- ate $600,000 annually, based on a 1 % fee; with both available for the City Coun- cil to implement in 2010 if they so directed. Mr. Miller advised that it would take time to create the process, but that they could be accomplished. Councilmembers concurred that they were interested in pursuing both discussions on both options; and directed staff provide additional information on the process for implementation, with the exception of the proposed student fee. Councilmember Roe spoke in support of the street light fee as a direct correlation to the availability of street lights in the City; however, he cautioned the need to base that fee on that specific reduction in the proposed tax levy, not just a portion thereof; and allowing clarity for residents of the implementation and related re- duction accordingly. Mayor Klausing suggested that staff take those suggestions provided by Council- members during tonight's discussion and refine the budget and levy accordingly. Councilmember Ihlan questioned the additional internal loan and levy impact on the budget expenditure summary under debt service funds. Mr. Miller advised that in 2001, the City refunded outstanding debt to take advan- tage of lower rates, requiring the use of reserves from other funds to accomplish that; with the amount being levied back annually to replenish that fund, which would be accomplished in 2011. Public Comment Gary Grefenberg, 91 Mid Oaks Lane Mr. Grefenberg provided a bench handout for the record entitled, "Several Unan- swered Budget Questions and a Few New Ones for Roseville City Officials," dated November 22, 2009. Mr. Grefenberg thanked Mr. Miller for his assistance in addressing overtime; and asked that City staff be asked to assist the budget process by agreeing to a freeze on their step increases in 2010. Mr. Grefenberg opined that he was not seeking a zero percent levy increase; but asked that the City Council review his additional questions, and that staff continue to cooperate and respond to the public. Bob Willmus Mr. Willmus referenced Councilmember Pust's comments about ice rinks and re- lated personnel and positions; and questioned if a portion of the funding was re- moved, what other services could be impacted. Mr. Willmus opined that it was