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City Council Finance Committee Meeting Minutes 10/25/19 Page 2 of 6 Finance Committee Members approved the September 13, 2019 minutes as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Finance Committee Chairperson Dennis Maloney expressed his appreciation of the efforts and work performed by staff over the past year. CHARGES FOR SERVICES & FEES Deputy City Manager Megan Davis presented the proposed 2020 Fees, Rates and Charges schedules for the City of Louisville. Manager Davis stated that both the City Council list of fees and the City Manager list of fees were being provided for review. Manager Davis added that the 2020 fee changes are noted in red on the schedules and include the current 2019 fee amounts. Finance Committee Member Lipton questioned why the 5% inflator rate was not being applied to certain fees, such as the Sales/Use Tax License fee. Tax Manager Bolte stated that the tax module is unable to accommodate cents in the license fee amount, and that the current fee is presently comparable to that of other municipalities. Member Lipton stated that the City is losing revenue by waiting to make adjustments. Member Lipton stated that the Recreation Center fees are still questionable, and that more in-depth analysis is required to determine if the 5% inflator rate is appropriate to cover its costs. Member Lipton asked about special pricing for Monarch High School, the Louisville Dolphins, and the Silver Sneaker program stating that the City's subsidies need to be evaluated. Director Mosley stated that all other jurisdictions subsidize schools in using similar facilities, but that if the City is looking to change the structure, it should be done in advance of the next contract cycle. City Manager Balser stated that most communities favor supporting local schools. Director Mosely stated that he would add this topic for discussion at the next Recreation Advisory Board (RAB) meeting. Director Mosely agreed that there are many categories of fees that could possibly be streamlined. Chairperson Maloney stated that the City should consider quantifying how subsidy amounts are determined, and who qualifies, in its Financial Policies. Superintendent Martin stated that the Feds determine some factors for its funding, such as what age qualifies a person as a "senior". Finance Committee Member Lipton asked about the large increase in Tap Fees, stating that this may deter future development in the City. Public Works Director Kowar stated that the fees will increase significantly January 15, 2020, and are based on the current market value of water. Director Kowar stated that the City is 3