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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, December 21, 2009 Page 21 Councilmember Roe thanked Councilmember Pust for her comments; and concurred that each individual Councilmember was trying to do their best for the citizens. Council- member Roe understood the passion of people saying that taxpayers were not experienc- ing wage increases in this business climate; taxpayer ability to pay and the numerous is- sues to consider. After all considerations, Councilmember Roe personally opined that this was a responsible budget and an appropriate levy for the average taxpayer, with the City's shrinking tax base; for the City to achieve financial sustainability and loss of other funding sources; as well as declining home values. Councilmember Roe recognized that some taxpayers would pay more and some less based on their market values; and while preferring no increase, opined that it would irresponsible of him to adhere to such a pol- icy. Councilmember Roe noted that the decisions were difficult; however, the proposed budget reflected some of the realities facing the taxpayer and the City. Councilmember Ihlan spoke in opposition to the budget for the reasons previously ad- dressed for the levy; noting her preference to draw on reserve funds during difficult fi- nancial times. Councilmember Johnson thanked fellow Councilmembers for their comments; and ech- oed those to staff in their work with Councilmembers throughout the process. Council- member Johnson opined that it had been a great learning experience for him; and like any great body, in retrospect, they could make improvements in the process in future years. Councilmember Johnson advised that, while supporting some of the previously-proposed amendments, he supported them in principle, but could not attribute a definite number to them to allow him to offer his support at this time. Councilmember Johnson noted that, while all Councilmembers may not be in agreement with him, he was using his best judgment on what was in the best interests of long-term Roseville; and represented his heartfelt passion for this City; but appreciated and honored everyone's viewpoints as well. Roll Call Ayes: Johnson; Roe; and Klausing. Nays: Pust and Ihlan. Motion carried. Klausing moved, Johnson seconded, adoption of Resolution No. 10774 entitled, "Resolu- tion Directing the County Auditor to Adjust the Approved Tax Levy for 2010 Bonded Debt;" in the amount of $84,533.56. Roll Call Ayes: Johnson; Roe; Pust; and Klausing. Nays: Ihlan. Motion carried. 10. b. Twin Lakes Redevelopment Project Update Due to time constraints, this item was deferred to a future agenda.