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2024
CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE, MN
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
City Administrator's Budget Message 1-10
Organizational Chart 11
Principal City Officials 12
Community Profile 13
Property Tax Levy 15
Personnel Schedule by Department 16-18
SUMMARY INFORMATION
Summary of All Government Funds 20-21
Summary of All Proprietary Funds 22-23
General Fund Revenue Summary 24-26
General Fund Expenditure Summary 27
OPERATING BUDGET
Mayor-Council 28-29
Administration Department 30-32
Administration 33
City Clerk & Elections 34
Professional Services 35
Community & Employee Programs 36
City Hall 37
EDA 38-40
Convention & Visitors Bureau 41-43
Information Technology 44-47
Contingency/Transfers 48-49
Finance Department 50-51
Finance 52
Insurance 53-55
Community Development Department 56-58
Planning & Zoning 59
Building Inspection 60
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Operating Budget (continued) Page
Public Safety/Police Department 61-63
Police Protection 64
Animal Control 65
Forfeitures 66-68
Opioid Settlement 69-70
Public Safety/Fire Department 71-73
Fire Protection 74
Emergency Management 75
EMS (Ambulance) 76-79
Public Works Department 80-83
Engineering 84
Streets 85
Signs/Street Striping 86
Snow/Ice Control (Snow Plowing) 87
Public Works Administration 88
Forestry 89
Recycling 90-92
Storm Water 93-96
Roadway & Trail Maintenance 97-99
Water Utility 100-104
Sewer Utility 105-108
Streetlight Utility 109-111
Fleet 112-114
Parks & Recreation Department 115-117
Park Maintenance 118-119
Recreation 120
Ice Arena 121-124
Golf Course 125-131
Equipment Replacement Fund 132-134
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Jennifer Levitt, City Administrator
Date: December 7, 2023
Subject: 2024 Budget Transmittal
The following is the 2024 Budget for the City of Cottage Grove municipal operations during the 2024
fiscal year. The document includes all major operating funds of the City and concludes nearly a year’s
worth of planning, evaluation, and discussion by the Council and staff. The budget, along with the capital
improvement plan, provides direction to staff to carry out community and Council initiatives throughout
the year.
The annual budget process was guided by policies, ordinances, and the Strategic Plan which have been
adopted by the City Council. Four Strategic Initiatives have been used throughout the budget process.
•Managing Sustainable Growth
•Reforming Organizational Culture
•Recreational Destination
•Engaging Community
A Ten-Year Financial Management Plan (FMP) that received Council consensus in February 2023 was
utilized throughout the budget process. The FMP included all current and future operating costs, the
capital improvement plan including pavement management and street projects, equipment
replacement, existing and future debt, and tax base growth. The FMP targeted an average $100 city
property tax increase for the Median Home/Sample Property 1, although an increase of $110 was
needed in 2024 to maintain the same excellent level of services including police, fire, street, snow
plowing, parks, and recreation services that the community enjoys today.
Budget Process and Timeline
The budget process follows the timeline established by the State of Minnesota. Minnesota Statutes
require that the preliminary budget and the proposed tax levy be approved by the City Council before
September 30th each year. The proposed levy must be certified to Washington County by September
30th, as required by Statute. The preliminary levy may be decreased before final adoption in December,
but it may not be increased.
State law also requires that the City must announce by September 30th the time and place of a future
meeting at which the budget and levy will be discussed, and public input allowed, before the final budget
adoption and levy determination. This is also known as the Truth in Taxation Hearing.
The City is required to adopt the final property tax levy and certify amount to Washington County on or
before December 28th of each year. The 2024 budget process began in February with the preparation of
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the FMP. Based on the FMP, department directors and city staff prepared budget requests. From these
requests, a City Administrator recommended budget was presented to City Council. City Council
reviewed the budget in numerous workshops in July and adopted a preliminary budget and property tax
levy on September 6th. The proposed levy of $23,125,600 was certified to Washington County by
September 30th. The Truth in Taxation Hearing was held at 7:00 pm on December 6th, 2023. The
preliminary property tax levy that was approved on September 6th was the same as the final property
tax levy that was approved on December 6th.
Property Tax Rate
The City’s property tax rate is calculated by dividing the Net Tax Levy (Gross Levy less Fiscal Disparities
Distribution) by the Net Tax Capacity Value. Based on higher increases in the net tax capacity value due
to new construction as compared to the net tax levy, the 2024 property tax rate is proposed to decrease
from 33.898% to 32.728%.
Property Tax Levy
The various components of the 2024 Property Tax Levy are summarized below:
2023 2024
General Operating Levy
General Fund $17,485,270 $18,567,010
PSCH Interfund Loan/bldg. repairs 250,000 300,000
Economic Development 125,000 275,000
Equipment Levy* $319,100
Total General Operating Levy $17,860,270 $19,461,110
Total Debt Levy $2,789,440 $3,664,490
Total Gross Levy $20,649,710 $23,125,600
Levy Increase 11.99%
*Equipment levy had been included in General Fund prior to 2024.
43.812
41.591
43.139
43.012
40.583
38.958
39.182
37.351
37.251
33.898
32.728
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History of City Tax Rate-Urban
City Tax Rate
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Property Values
The total taxable value of property within the City as determined by the Washington County Assessor
will increase by 19.26%. Approximately 5% of this increase is due to new construction and the remainder
is due to taxable market value changes to existing properties.
Tax Capacity Value
Payable 2023 Payable 2024 % Change
Real Estate $57,416,628 $68,490,789
Personal Property 654,114 766,487
Subtotal Tax Capacity Value 58,070,742 69,257,276 19.26%
Less: Tax Increment (1,829,912) (3,098,149)
Less: Fiscal Disparity Contribution (3,354,994) (3,600,281)
Net Tax Capacity Value $52,885,836 $62,558,846 18.29%
Impact on Taxpayers
For an owner of a median valued home in Cottage Grove at $329,600 which increased in taxable market
value by 9.2%, the estimated annual property tax bill from the City, based on the 2024 budget and
property tax levy, will be $1,161 per year – an increase of $71 from the 2023 amount. This is below
the amount identified in the FMP.
2023 2024
Property Market
Value
City
Property
Tax
Market
Value
City
Property
Tax
% Increase
Market
Value
City Property
Tax Change
Median Home $332,400 $1,102 $363,000 $1,173 9.2% $71
Property 1 329,600 1,091 371,400 1,203 12.68% 112
Property 2 373,600 1,254 417,900 1,368 11.86% 114
Property 3 463,300 1,570 519,700 1,717 12.17% 147
Property 4 414,300 1,404 441,200 1,444 6.49% 40
Average $97
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Comparison of City Property Tax with other similar communities
The following tables reflect the 2024 city portion of property taxes on the median home in each city
based on the preliminary tax rates in each community. The median home in each community means
that 50% of the homes in the community are valued more and 50% are valued less. Cottage Grove
compares favorably to other cities in Washington County and other growing cities in the Metro area with
a population of over 40,000. There is only one city in Washington County that pays less in City Property
Taxes and there are only two growing cities in the Metro area that pay less in City Property Taxes when
comparing the median homes in each community.
Cities in Washington County
Median
Value Home
Tax Rate 2024 City
Property
Tax
Stillwater $416,100 46.73% $1,944
Afton $680,900 23.50% $1,707
Oak Park Heights $334,800 48.17% $1,579
Mahtomedi $445,700 33.89% $1,510
Hugo $410,000 36.37% $1,490
Lake Elmo $580,400 24.55% $1,474
Newport $322,100 46.25% $1,452
Forest Lake $373,000 38.95% $1,439
Oakdale $347,400 38.34% $1,309
Woodbury $463,300 27.53% $1,276
Cottage Grove $363,000 32.73% $1,173
Saint Paul Park $279,500 35.91% $960
Source: Washington County Taxpayer Services
Growing Metro Cities over 40,000 in Population
Median
Value Home
Tax Rate 2024 City
Property
Tax
Edina $700,600 28.37% $2,130
Minnetonka $496,600 34.51% $1,714
Eden Prairie $536,400 28.35% $1,546
Lakeville $446,500 30.55% $1,364
Apple Valley $362,500 36.91% $1,321
Eagan $393,700 33.57% $1,315
Plymouth $524,100 24.44% $1,295
Woodbury $458,600 27.53% $1,263
Maple Grove $451,300 27.05% $1,221
Cottage Grove $363,000 32.73% $1,173
Blaine $338,525 34.89% $1,158
Shakopee $338,400 27.46% $911
Sources: Washington, Dakota, Hennepin, Anoka, and Scott County Taxpayer Services
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2024 Budget
The City has over 50 individual funds in various categories such as general, special revenue, debt service,
capital projects, and enterprise. A fund is a self-balancing set of accounts and resources which are
dedicated to a specific purpose.
The City establishes budgets for the General Fund, special revenue funds, enterprise funds, and internal
service funds. The debt service fund activity is based on bond agreements and the capital project funds
are based on projects established in the Capital Improvement Plan.
In the budget document, the budgets are organized by department. In addition, the special revenue,
enterprise, and internal service funds are included within the department that oversees these functions.
For example, the Recycling Fund is included in the Public Works Department.
Budget Organization
Governmental Funds
General Fund Special Revenue Funds
•Mayor & Council • Recycling (PW)
•Administration Department (Admin)•Stormwater (PW)
•Finance Department (Finance)•Roadway & Trailway Maintenance (PW)
•Community Development Department (CD)• Forfeiture/Seizure (PS)
•Public Safety Department (PS)• Ice Arena (Parks)
• Public Works Department (PW)•Golf Course (Parks)
• Parks & Recreation (Parks)• Economic Development Authority (Admin)
•Convention & Visitors Bureau (Admin)
• Equipment Replacement (PW)
Proprietary Funds
Enterprise Funds Internal Service Funds
•Water Utility (PW)•Self Insurance (Finance)
•Sewer Utility (PW)•Fleet (PW)
• Street Light Utility (PW)•Information Technology (Admin)
• Ambulance (PS)
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General Fund
The General Fund is the chief operating fund for the City. The General Fund accounts for activities that
are not required to be accounted for in any other fund. Included in this fund are general government,
police, fire, streets, snow plowing, parks, and recreation activities. These activities are primarily funded
by property taxes. Total General Fund revenues and expenditures are estimated at $25,152,640. This is
an increase of 8.96%. The largest source of revenue for the General Fund is property taxes.
All Minnesota communities received one-time public safety funds based on a per capita basis in 2023 to
be utilized for public safety expenditures. The City received $1,733,090 in these funds and will utilize
these funds as follows:
Description 2024
Budget
2025
Budget
2026
Budget
Police Officers (2 FTE’s) $205,600 116,000 $63,800
Firefighter/Paramedics (3 FTE’s) 222,750 156,750 86,214
Fire staffing plan 100,000
Toughbook computers and watchguard 188,000 71,000 69,966
SCBA’s for fire 450,000
Total $716,350 $793,750 $219,980
*fund new Deputy Chief if grant is received for SCBA’s
74%
9%
6%6%
3%
1%1%
General Fund Revenues
Prop Tax Lic & Permits Intergvmt Charges Transfers Fines Interest Misc
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2024 Expenditures are proposed to increase due to the following:
•Personnel Costs – The budget includes a 3% cost of living increase for salaries based on bargaining
unit contracts that have been settled for 2024. Benefits include an increase for worker’s
compensation costs due to continued premium increases for worker’s compensation.
•Staffing – The 2024 budget includes the addition of the following positions needed to maintain
or enhance levels of service to the community.
o Police Officer (use of one-time Public Safety Funds)
o Police Officer (use of one-time Public Safety Funds)
o Firefighter/Paramedic (use of one-time Public Safety Funds)-Start 4/1
o Firefighter/Paramedic (use of one-time Public Safety Funds)-Start 4/1
o Firefighter/Paramedic (use of one-time Public Safety Funds)-Start 4/1
o Management Analyst-Parks (identified in FMP)
o IT Technician (funded in the IT fund and identified in FMP)
o Recreation Coordinator at 20 hours per week (revenue neutral)
o Utility Accounting Technician (funded in the Water/Sewer Fund)
o The Public Service Worker position that is currently funded 50% Parks and 50% Ice Arena
will be split into two positions. One will be funded 100% by Parks and one will be funded
100% by the Ice Arena. The additional 50% of the parks position is revenue neutral in the
General Fund. The additional 50% of the ice arena position is funded by the Ice Arena
revenues.
69%
6%
23%
1%1%
General Fund Expenditures
Personnel Supplies Contract Svc Capital Contingency
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• Commodities and Contractual Services - Commodities and Contractual Services are included at
3% increase except for the Internal Service Fund allocation expenditures. Internal Service Fund
expenditures have been increased to cover current operating costs that have not been recovered
in recent budgets. In addition, utility costs have been increased to the actual costs that were
experienced in 2022.
• Capital – A weather warning siren at the 9500 block of Military has been included in the budget
for $39,500.
Special Revenue Funds
Recycling
The revenue in this fund is the recycling grant amount expected to be received from Washington County.
Expenditures meet but do not exceed the amount of the grant funding.
Stormwater
Rates are proposed to increase by 3% per the Stormwater Utility Rate Plan. Expenditures include
stormwater maintenance activities. There is a transfer out to the Pavement Management fund for
stormwater activities that will be completed as part of the 2024 Pavement Management project.
Roadway and Trailway Maintenance
The primary source of revenue in this fund are franchise fees. Phase three of the mill and overlay project
in the Thompson Grove neighborhood will continue in 2024. In addition, the mill and overlay portion of
the East Point Douglas project by Menards will be done in 2024. There are sufficient funds for the 2024
projects.
Forfeiture/Seizure
This fund includes the associated costs related to forfeiture activities. The revenues for 2024 will fund
the expenditures for 2024.
Ice Arena
Revenues are budgeted at $102,080 over expenditures. The Public Service Worker position is increased
in the 2024 budget by .50 FTE. This will bring the full-time FTEs at the arena to 3 FTEs. As in the past, a
transfer out of $200,000 is included in this fund to partially fund the debt service payment for the 2016A
Bonds which were issued for ice arena capital.
Golf Course
Revenues are budgeted at $105,480 over expenditures in the 2024 budget. Revenue is based on 41,000
rounds of golf. An internal fund loan payment of $183,000 is included in the budget. The loan is for the
replacement of the irrigation system.
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CG CVB (Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau)
Revenues in this fund are lodging taxes and ARPA funds. The revenues will be sufficient to cover the
expenditures of this fund in 2024. 2024 will be the final year of ARPA funds for this fund so additional
revenues or fewer expenditures will need to be identified in future years.
EDA Fund
The property tax levy for this fund has increased from $125,000 in the 2023 budget to $275,000 in the
2024 budget. These funds can be used for economic or redevelopment activity.
Equipment Replacement Fund (Capital Project Fund)
Equipment and vehicles totaling $983,890 are included in the Equipment Replacement fund for 2024.
The purchases include:
•Police Squads $472,560 (replacement)
•Police Administration vehicles (2) $100,000 (replacement)
•Fire radios $30,330 (replacement)
•Streets mower $68,000 (replacement)
•Parks trailers (2) $32,000 (replacement)
•Parks utility vehicle with sprayer $125,000 (replacement)
•Parks mower $116,000 (replacement)
•Streets utility vehicle with attachments $40,000-lease (replacement)
Utility and Enterprise Funds
Water and Sewer Funds
A 3% increase in water rates and a 5% increase in sewer rates is included in the 2024 budget per the rate
study that was done in the fall of 2022. These revenues are sufficient to cover these operations in 2024.
Street Light Fund
A rate increase of 8% is included in the street light budget to fund current of the street light system and
traffic signals. Due to the higher operating costs and necessary replacement costs for the street light
infrastructure, further analysis of the street light fund will need to be done in the near future.
Ambulance Fund
A rate increase of 3% is necessary to fund the expenditures in the fund for 2024. Three new
Firefighter/Paramedics positions are included in budget with an allocation of 75% General Fund and 25%
Ambulance fund. The General Fund portion of these three positions will be funded with the one-time
public safety funds. Allocations for the existing firefighter/paramedic positions are 25% General Fund
and 75% Ambulance fund. The new allocation for the three positions is based on analysis during the FMP
process regarding the expenditures that the Ambulance fund could support in the future.
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Internal Service Funds
Insurance
The Insurance Fund accounts for the health insurance, worker’s compensation, and property insurance
coverages throughout the city. Charges to other funds for these coverages will be increasing 20.26% to
cover current operating costs.
Fleet
The Fleet Fund accounts for the fuel purchases, fleet maintenance of the vehicles & equipment, and
building maintenance activities for the municipal buildings. Charges to other funds for these activities
will be increasing by 23.28% to cover current operating costs.
IT
The IT Fund accounts for IT software, services, and computer equipment purchased throughout the city.
Charges to other funds for IT services will be increasing 9% to cover current operating costs in the fund.
In addition, $188,000 in one-time public safety funds will be utilized to fund Toughbooks and the Watch
Guard system for public safety.
Conclusion
The city continues to be well positioned to respond to whatever economic growth and change will come.
The City Council maintains a stated goal of ensuring the fiscal health of the organization while
strategically planning for economic cycles. The City Council and staff consistently focus on fiscal
opportunities, potential challenges, and fund balance growth. We continually evaluate systems and
operations to discover efficiencies and improve the delivery of City services.
The city continues to strive for fiscal stability. Like the fourteen budgets before it, the 2024 budget was
created in concert with a draft 2024 budget to see the impact initiatives have on the long-term budget,
assuring that current initiatives did not create future budget imbalances. This model provides the base
for long-term financial planning necessary for a well-managed and fiscally stable municipality.
Long-term planning and fiscal conservatism have situated the City of Cottage Grove with strong fund
balances and cash reserves. This solid base provides the city with not only the ability to face economic
challenges, but also the wherewithal to take advantage of economic development opportunities. All the
planning and financial stability is nothing, however, without quality City services provided to residents
and businesses in a timely, responsive manner. Cottage Grove City employees provide these services to
the community in good times and bad. It is my honor to call these dedicated workers my colleagues.
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Cottage Grove Citizens
City Council
City
Administrator
City
Attorney
Administration
Communications
Economic
Development
City Clerk/
Elections
Human
Resources
Finance
IT
Community
Development
Building/Code
Enforcement
Planning
Parks and
Recreation
River Oaks
Recreation
Parks
Public Safety
Emergency
Management
Patrol
Investigations
Fire
HERO Center
Public Works
Utilties
Streets
Engineering
Fleet and
Facilities
Advisory
Commissions
Organizational
Chart
Emergency Medical Services
Ice Arena
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PRINCIPAL
CITY OFFICIALS
Elected City Officials
Mayor:
Myron Bailey Term Expires December 31, 2024
City Council:
Tony Khambata Term Expires December 31, 2024
Justin Olsen Term Expires December 31, 2024
Dave Thiede Term Expires December 31, 2026
Vacant* Term Expires December 31, 2024
*Monique Garza will be sworn in on December 6, 2023 to fill this vacant seat.
Appointed Officials
City Administrator Jennifer Levitt
Finance Director Brenda Malinowski
Public Safety Director Pete Koerner
Public Works Director Ryan Burfeind
Parks & Recreation Director Zac Dockter
Community Development Director Emily Schmitz
City Clerk Tamara Anderson
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COMMUNITY
PROFILE
Overview
Cottage Grove was organized as a village on July 13, 1965 and was incorporated as a city on January 1,
1974. Cottage Grove is a suburban community located on the southern border of Washington County,
sixteen miles southeast of Downtown St. Paul. The City currently occupies 34 square miles of land.
With a population of 41,027 according to the Metropolitan Council, Cottage Grove is the second largest
city in Washington County. Most of the population of the City concentrates in two age groups: 0-14
years at 28.8% and 25-54 years at 41.8%. According to the 2020 census, the average age is 36.5 years
and the median family income is $102,600.
Bond Rating
The City achieved a bond rating upgrade to AAA by Standard & Poor’s in 2023. This is the highest rating
available from Standard & Poor’s.
Tax Base
Cottage Grove’s tax base is comprised of 84% residential properties and 16% commercial/industrial
property. The total taxable market value of all City properties is $6.2 billion, an increase of 68% since
2020 due to new construction and market value appreciation. Estimates from Washington County
reflect an increase of 17% in taxable value for the 2024 budget year.
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1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
7,000,000
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Taxable Market Value in 1,000's
Taxable Market Value in 1,000's
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COMMUNITY
PROFILE
Development and Redevelopment
The City’s business park is home to 2,853,249 square feet of industrial and manufacturing businesses,
including Renewal by Andersen, Van Meter, NorthPoint, American Logistics, North Star Sheets, and Up
North Plastics. In 2022 and 2023, the City actively purchased and sold land within the City’s business
park. Numerous deals were struck with companies eager to locate to the business park including Ryan
Companies, Hohenstein’s, and NorthPoint.
The City’s commercial areas include four community shopping centers which are home to many
prominent retailers including Hy-Vee, PetSmart, Target, TJ-Maxx, Walgreens, Kohl’s, Chipotle, Aldi, Cub
Foods, Menards, and Walmart.
Parks
Cottage Grove has over 2,297 acres of parkland which is developed into 37 parks, playgrounds, and
fields. The City recently acquired 20 acres of a former golf course property adjacent to the Mississippi
River at 10351 Grey Cloud Trail This property includes 1,900 feet of shoreline and 1.5 miles of paved
and natural trails and will serve as a great resource for the future city park while also adding additional
recreation and habitat protection adjacent to the 250-acre Grey Cloud Dunes Scientific and Natural
Area.
The City also operates an Ice Arena with three sheets of ice and an 18-hole golf course, River Oaks,
which overlooks the Mississippi.
Public Safety
The City’s public safety services includes a police department with 46 sworn officers, a fire department
with 22 part-time firefighters and 15 full-time firefighter/paramedics who also staff the Cottage Grove
Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Ambulance.
Public Utilities
Cottage Grove’s water and sewer public utility provides water service to over 13,800 residential and
commercial customers. The City operates 12 wells. Wastewater treatment and disposal (sanitary
sewer) are provided by the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES).
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PROPERTY TAX
LEVY
2024 Property Tax Levy by Type
General Levies
General Fund $18,567,010
Public Safety/City Hall Interfund Loan 300,000
Economic Development 275,000
Equipment Levy 319,100
Total General Levies 19,461,110
Debt Levies
2016A GO Refunding Bonds (Ice Arena) 220,000
2017A GO Capital Improvement Plan Bonds (Fire Station) 610,000
2019A GO Capital Improvement Plan Bonds (HERO) 250,000
2019B GO Equipment Certificates (Ice Arena) 350,000
2015A GO Improvement Bonds (Pavement Management) 300,000
2016B GO Improvement Bonds (Pavement Management) 200,000
2018A GO Improvement Bonds (Ravine Parkway) 250,000
2021B GO Improvement Refunding Bonds (PM & Hinton) 531,240
2021A GO Improvement Bonds (Pavement Management) 230,000
2023A GO Improvement & Abatement Bonds (PM & Glacial Valley) 540,950
Future Street Debt (EPD) 182,300
Total Debt Levies 3,664,490
Total Property Tax Levy $23,125,600
Property Tax History
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5,000,000
10,000,000
15,000,000
20,000,000
25,000,000
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
General Fund Equipment Levy City Hall Interfund Loan
Economic Development Ice Arena Debt PM & Street Debt
GO CIP Debt
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City of Cottage Grove-Annual Budget
Personnel Schedule by Department
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Administration Department
City Administrator 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resources Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Communications Manager 1.00 - -
Assistant to City Administrator 0.75 0.75 0.75
City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resources/Payroll Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Marketing/Communications Specialist -1.00 1.00
Administration Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
EDA Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant to City Administrator 0.25 0.25 0.25
Marketing/Communications Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
IT Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
IT System Administrator -2.00 2.00
IT Specialist 2.00 1.00 1.00
12.00 13.00 13.00
Community Development Department
Community Development Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Planner 2.00 1.00 1.00
Associate Planner 1.00 2.00 2.00
Community Development Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00
Chief Building Official 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Inspector 4.00 3.00 4.00
Seasonal Building Inspector 0.50 0.50 0.50
Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Permit Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00
Office Assistant II 0.63 0.63 0.63
14.13 13.13 14.13
Finance Department
Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accountant 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accounting Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Finance Assistant II 0.50 0.50 0.50
Utility Billing Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Utility Billing Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00
Utility Accounting Technician -1.00 1.00
6.50 7.50 7.50
Public Safety Department
Public Safety Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Police Captain 3.00 3.00 3.00
Sergeant 7.00 9.00 9.00
Police Officer 33.00 33.00 33.00
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City of Cottage Grove-Annual Budget
Personnel Schedule by Department
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00
Criminal Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00
Investigative Aid 0.72 0.72 0.72
CSOs (FTE Equivalent) 3.05 4.25 4.25
Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00
Deputy Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fire Marshal 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fire Captain 4.00 4.00 4.00
Firefighter/Paramedic 8.00 11.00 11.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00
Volunteer Firefighters 23.00 - -
PT Firefighters -23.00 23.00
HERO Center Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Training Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00
HERO Maintenance Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
95.77 101.97 101.97
Public Works Department
Public Works Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 11.00 11.00 11.00
City Forester 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Secretary 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE) 10-560 hr. & 2-1040 hr. 3.69 3.69 3.69
City Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant City Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Project Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Graduate Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
GIS Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Working Foreman 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 2.00 2.00 2.00
Public Service Workers 10.00 10.00 10.00
Secretary 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE) 2-560 hr. & 2-1040 hr. 1.54 1.54 1.54
Fleet & Facilities Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Working Foreman-Fleet 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker-Fleet and Facilities 2.00 2.00 2.00
Mechanic 2.00 2.00 2.00
Public Service Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00
49.23 49.23 49.23
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City of Cottage Grove-Annual Budget
Personnel Schedule by Department
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Parks and Recreation Department
Parks
Parks & Recreation Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 7.50 8.00 8.00
Management Analyst -1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 9,070 hours 4.50 4.50 4.50
Recreation
Recreation Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation/Arena Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Assistant II 0.50 0.50 0.50
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 4.50 5.50 5.50
Ice Arena
Recreation Facilities Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation/Arena Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 0.50 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 3.50 3.50 3.50
Golf
General Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Executive Chef 1.00 1.00 1.00
Golf Professional 1.00 1.00 1.00
Events Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Grill Manager/Line Cook 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 16.00 16.00 16.00
51.00 54.00 54.00
Total FTE's 228.63 238.83 239.83
FT Employees 166.00 174.00 175.00
Regular PT Employees (FTE's)2.35 25.35 25.35
Seasonal Employees (FTE's)60.28 39.48 39.48
Summary of Changes from 2023 Budget to 2024 Budget
IT Specialist 1.00
Building Inspector (add back in 2025)(1.00)
Utility Accounting Technician 1.00
CSO's FTE 1.20
Police Officer 2.00
Firefighter/Paramedic 3.00
Management Analyst 1.00
Public Service Worker 1.00
Recreation seasonals FTE 1.00
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Storm‐Roadway Forfeiture/
General Recycling Water Maintenance Seizure
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund
Category: REVENUE
3010 ‐ PROPERTY TAXES 18,567,010 0 0 22,000 0
3020 ‐ FRANCHISE FEES 0 0 0 1,905,000 0
3030 ‐ SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 3,0600000
3110 ‐ LICENSES AND PERMITS 2,371,6700000
3310 ‐ INTERGOVERNMENTAL 1,637,810 57,000000
3400 ‐ CHARGES FOR SERVICES 1,567,91000024,000
3610 ‐ FINES AND PENALTIES 150,0000000
3710 ‐ ENTERPRISE CHARGES FOR SERVICES 0 0 1,198,360 0 0
3809 ‐ INVESTMENT INTEREST 126,250 500 10,000 10,000 0
3812 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 79,6050000
3960 ‐ OTHER FINANCING SOURCE 00000
3999 ‐ TRANSFERS IN 649,3250000
25,152,640 57,500 1,208,360 1,937,000 24,000
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 17,513,420 43,600 518,960 0 0
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 1,481,405 5,000 25,425 0 4,880
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 5,778,315 14,120 429,530 390,640 21,990
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 179,500 0 0 1,404,000 5,030
4600 ‐ OTHER FINANCING USES 00000
4730 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 00000
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 200,000 0 46,450 0 0
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 25,152,640 62,720 1,020,365 1,794,640 31,900
REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 0 (5,220) 187,995 142,360 (7,900)
Total Category: REVENUE
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Governmental Funds
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
20
Opioid Ice Golf Hero Equipment Total Budgeted
Settlement Arena Course Center CVB EDA Replacement Governmental
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Funds
00000275,000 319,100 19,183,110
00000001,905,000
00000003,060
00000002,371,670
0 57,000 0 0 64,695 0 0 1,816,505
0 543,000 2,999,180 898,793 13,845 0 0 6,046,728
0000000150,000
00000001,198,360
0000007,990154,740
0 950,000 0 59,800 75,025 0 0 1,164,430
000000240,000 240,000
0000000649,325
0 1,550,000 2,999,180 958,593 153,565 275,000 567,090 34,882,928
0 570,960 1,362,900 449,200 83,325 212,875 0 20,755,240
0 53,530 212,361 54,910 360 1,510 0 1,839,381
0 623,430 914,830 463,270 64,775 351,940 0 9,052,840
0 0 220,609000983,890 2,793,029
0 0 183,00000016,800199,800
0000000 0
0 200,000 0 35,800000482,250
0 1,447,920 2,893,700 1,003,180 148,460 566,325 1,000,690 35,122,540
0 102,080 105,480 (44,587) 5,105 (291,325) (433,600) (239,612)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Governmental Funds, Continued
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
21
Water Sewer Streetlight EMS Insurance
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund
Category: REVENUE
3010 ‐ PROPERTY TAXES 00000
3020 ‐ FRANCHISE FEES 00000
3030 ‐ SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 02,500000
3110 ‐ LICENSES AND PERMITS 00000
3310 ‐ INTERGOVERNMENTAL 000066,000
3400 ‐ CHARGES FOR SERVICES 30,000 0 167,000 2,982,480 3,440,090
3610 ‐ FINES AND PENALTIES 00000
3710 ‐ ENTERPRISE CHARGES FOR SERVICES 3,606,910 4,164,700 1,041,850 0 0
3809 ‐ INVESTMENT INTEREST 50,000 56,000 0 0 10,000
3812 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 4,000 0 20,000 0 40,000
3960 ‐ OTHER FINANCING SOURCE 00000
3999 ‐ TRANSFERS IN 00000
3,690,910 4,223,200 1,228,850 2,982,480 3,556,090
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 1,139,200 440,160 174,600 1,810,725 2,956,700
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 249,720 17,020 95,230 99,260 12,900
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,660,365 3,385,850 784,590 532,540 441,500
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 150,000 0 0 305,000 0
4600 ‐ OTHER FINANCING USES 00000
4730 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 0 434,945 130,000
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 203,740 203,740 53,000 103,825 0
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 3,403,025 4,046,770 1,107,420 3,286,295 3,541,100
REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 287,885 176,430 121,430 (303,815) 14,990
Total Category: REVENUE
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Proprietary Funds
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
22
Information Total Budgeted
Fleet Technology Proprietary
Fund Fund Funds
00 0
00 0
0 0 2,500
00 0
0 0 66,000
2,110,640 1,812,600 10,542,810
00 0
0 0 8,813,460
0 0 116,000
0 0 64,000
00 0
00 0
2,110,640 1,812,600 19,604,770
921,000 491,300 7,933,685
808,200 238,795 1,521,125
433,100 1,064,470 8,302,415
0 0 455,000
00 0
0 0 564,945
0 0 564,305
2,162,300 1,794,565 19,341,475
(51,660) 18,035 263,295
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Proprietary Funds, Continued
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
23
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 100 ‐ GENERAL FUND
Category: PROPERTY TAXES
3011 ‐ CURRENT PROP TAX 14,603,771 15,094,134 8,999,884 17,485,270 18,567,010 20,487,430
3012 ‐ DEL PROP TAXES 24,219 48,898 48,539 0 0 0
3013 ‐ NON LEVY PROPERTY TAX 63,282 67,613 32,307 60,000 0 0
14,691,273 15,210,645 9,080,731 17,545,270 18,567,010 20,487,430
Category: SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
3030 ‐ S.A. ‐ CURRENT 3,200 4,056 1,046 3,000 3,060 3,120
3031 ‐ S.A. ‐ DELINQ 602 1,158 0000
3041 ‐ S.A. ‐ NEW ROLL 364 00000
3044 ‐ MISC PEN & INT 534070000
4,219 5,622 1,046 3,000 3,060 3,120
Category: LICENSES & PERMITS
3110 ‐ CONTRACT LICENSE 36,582 32,350 20,887 25,000 25,500 23,800
3112 ‐ SOLID WASTE LIC 0 5,850 5,300 5,850 5,970 6,090
3113 ‐ CIGARETTE LIC 375 5,000 15,596 4,000 7,000 7,000
3115 ‐ LIQUOR LICENSE 2,200 48,400 47,317 52,000 50,000 50,000
3117 ‐ ALARM LICENSE 870 2,179 2,075 1,000 1,000 1,000
3119 ‐ GAMBLING ENFORCE 700 800 1,150 1,000 1,000 1,000
3125 ‐ LAWN CARE LIC 1,275 3,638 0 2,500 0 2,600
3127 ‐ PEDDLER TEMP 100 100 200 100 100 100
3129 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS LICENSE 500 2,200 6,300 200 3,000 3,000
3130 ‐ MASSAGE THERAPY 363 900 975 500 800 800
3138 ‐ ENGINEERING PERMITS 10,546 95,276 14,831 30,000 13,000 13,000
3139 ‐ ELECTRICAL PERMITS 201,169 229,042 135,762 150,000 150,000 140,000
3140 ‐ BUILDING PERMIT 1,930,752 2,262,482 1,110,497 1,250,000 1,250,000 1,166,200
3141 ‐ HTG/REFR PERMIT 178,046 362,538 104,892 125,000 125,000 116,600
3142 ‐ PLBG PERMIT 83,813 246,889 82,092 250,000 138,000 128,100
3143 ‐ REINSPECTION FEE 50 7,000 0 1,000 1,000 1,000
3144 ‐ ANNL PLANT INSP 0 32,261 16,131 13,500 13,800 13,800
3145 ‐ BUILDING PLAN REVIEW 645,559 1,015,768 389,617 475,000 500,000 466,000
3146 ‐ RENTAL LICENSE 65,040 57,890 44,690 65,000 66,300 66,300
3147 ‐ BUILDING PERMITS DENMARK TOWNSH 450 (44,186)0000
3150 ‐ ANIMAL LICENSE 10,558 13,243 10,690 10,000 10,200 10,400
3159 ‐ MISC NON‐BUS LIC 12,792 7,200 6,585 21,250 10,000 10,600
3,181,739 4,386,820 2,015,586 2,482,900 2,371,670 2,227,390
Category: INTERGOVERNMENTAL
3310 ‐ FEDERAL GRANTS 110,523 43,226 10,249 73,400 30,000 31,000
3321 ‐ MVHC 9,085 4,440 0000
3322 ‐ LGA 000054,060 54,060
3324 ‐ STATE GRANTS 310 19,087 53,736 0 0 0
3325 ‐ MN STREET MAINT 48,285 49,470 49,500 45,000 50,000 51,000
3327 ‐ MN PUBLIC SAFETY AID 0000716,350 801,700
3328 ‐ MN POLICE AID 379,193 432,376 477,320 380,000 410,000 418,200
3329 ‐ MN FIRE AID 233,524 258,668 0 206,000 225,000 255,000
3339 ‐ OTHER MN AID 74,655 64,422 82,709 50,200 137,800 139,830
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: PROPERTY TAXES
Total Category: SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
Total Category: LICENSES & PERMITS
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2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 100 ‐ GENERAL FUND
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
3349 ‐ COUNTY AID 43,531 17,378 49,069 15,500 14,600 14,890
3359 ‐ OTHER GOV AID 0 0 795 0 0 0
899,106 889,067 723,378 770,100 1,637,810 1,765,680
Category: CHARGES FOR SERVICES
3510 ‐ MAPS/DOC SALES 0 65 10 100 100 100
3511 ‐ ASSESS SEARCH 100 20 0 100 0 0
3514 ‐ PLANNING FEE 21,994 33,219 8,700 20,000 20,400 20,810
3517 ‐ ADM CHARGE‐CONST 0 4,022 0000
3518 ‐ ENGINEERING CHG‐PRIVATE CONSTRUCT 475,260 214,180 176,964 250,000 200,000 275,000
3519 ‐ OTHER CHARGE SVS 274,375 61,364 2,923 19,000 19,380 19,770
3522 ‐ INVEST FEES 100 0 0 1,000 1,000 1,020
3523 ‐ D.A.R.E. REIMB 166,663 98,880 104,564 99,000 100,980 103,000
3524 ‐ ENGINEERING CHARGE ‐ PUBLIC PROJEC 298,732 872,688 610,725 525,000 730,000 575,000
3530 ‐ TOWING & STORAGE 5,375 5,020 2,655 5,300 5,460 5,600
3532 ‐ FALSE ALARM FEES 0 0 0 5,000 3,500 3,570
3533 ‐ LOCK OUT FEE 4,200 5,444 3,968 5,100 5,250 5,410
3536 ‐ ANIMAL POUND CHG 0 0 185 0 0 0
3537 ‐ OUT POLICE EMPL 363,562 16,200 17,600 20,000 20,000 20,400
3539 ‐ MISC PUB SAFETY 44,821 31,790 19,107 20,200 25,000 25,300
3547 ‐ ST OPEN PERMIT 6,760 6,565 5,695 7,500 7,500 7,650
3548 ‐ RIGHT OF WAY PERMITS 53,905 47,519 43,216 45,000 48,000 48,000
3549 ‐ MISC PUBLIC WORK 16,084 15,443 4,291 20,000 15,000 10,000
3561 ‐ ADMISSIONS 13,417 18,503 13,901 15,000 29,000 30,200
3563 ‐ SUPERVISED PLAYGROUNDS 113,417 130,148 135,472 135,000 193,800 206,460
3567 ‐ LESSONS 4,600 7,925 8,050 6,500 8,500 9,000
3568 ‐ FEE FOR SERVICE 1,402 4,108 5,659 2,000 2,040 2,080
3569 ‐ LEAGUE FEE 6,185 4,721 3,500 7,000 13,000 13,160
3571 ‐ CONCESSION SALES 3,769 (691) 0 500 0 0
3575 ‐ PROGRAMS‐SPECIAL 4,044 22,223 21,261 15,000 23,000 24,000
3580 ‐ FACILITY USE 16,558 60,532 67,989 44,000 97,000 117,840
1,895,324 1,659,888 1,256,435 1,267,300 1,567,910 1,523,370
Category: FINES & PENALTIES
3610 ‐ COURT FINES 148,726 142,770 108,682 150,000 150,000 153,000
148,726 142,770 108,682 150,000 150,000 153,000
Category: INVESTMENT INTEREST
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (63,605) (486,954) 293,110 125,000 126,250 128,780
(63,605) (486,954) 293,110 125,000 126,250 128,780
Category: MISCELLANEOUS
3812 ‐ DONATE & CONTRI 61,554 46,893 78,849 0 0 0
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 25,732 9,328 32,905 6,000 6,000 6,000
3814 ‐ RENTAL INCOME 29,410 5,091 6,390 15,000 7,000 7,500
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 67,537 52,883 48,828 25,000 59,465 26,000
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 26,112 3,517 10,800 7,000 7,140 7,280
210,345 117,712 177,773 53,000 79,605 46,780
Total Category: INTERGOVERNMENTAL
Total Category: CHARGES FOR SERVICES
Total Category: FINES & PENALTIES
Total Category: INVESTMENT INTEREST
Total Category: MISCELLANEOUS
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 100 ‐ GENERAL FUND
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Category: TRANSFERS IN
3899 ‐ TRANSFER IN 616,890 575,230 470,539 687,390 649,325 669,060
616,890 575,230 470,539 687,390 649,325 669,060
Category: OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
3965 ‐ LEASE PROCEEDS 0 20,070 0000
0 20,070 0000
21,584,016 22,520,870 14,127,280 23,083,960 25,152,640 27,004,610
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 14,005,360 15,077,184 11,599,212 15,821,710 17,513,420 18,550,345
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 1,081,349 1,304,322 1,161,586 1,404,379 1,481,405 1,526,455
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 4,603,807 5,198,701 4,089,272 5,012,871 5,778,315 5,919,790
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 229,787 330,938 413,489 435,000 179,500 490,690
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 833,211 400,000 307,500 410,000 200,000 275,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 20,753,513 22,311,145 17,571,059 23,083,960 25,152,640 26,762,280
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 12,275,376 13,105,879 13,315,603 13,315,603 13,315,603
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)830,503 209,724 (3,443,779) 0 0 242,330
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 13,105,879 13,315,603 13,315,603 13,315,603 13,557,933
Total Category: OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
Total Category: REVENUE:
Total Category: TRANSFERS IN
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
ADMINISTRATION
MAYOR/COUNCIL 91,497 104,208 91,621 106,590 116,370 118,170
ADMINISTRATION 673,638 880,389 612,996 950,500 919,620 968,745
CITY CLERK/ELECTIONS 87,185 244,432 98,698 110,600 236,785 247,055
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 437,844 463,872 425,538 458,800 492,600 506,400
COMMUNITY & EMPL PROG 115,288 137,913 114,159 153,300 181,335 140,355
CITY HALL BUILDINGS 424,526 551,732 420,785 473,100 574,260 605,770
TRANSFERS 833,211 400,000 307,500 410,000 200,000 275,000
2,663,189 2,782,547 2,071,296 2,662,890 2,720,970 2,861,495
FINANCE
FINANCE 653,971 602,514 445,141 649,030 676,130 711,850
653,971 602,514 445,141 649,030 676,130 711,850
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING & ZONING 584,357 669,343 342,450 592,025 590,600 622,250
PROTECTIVE INSPECTION 1,343,099 1,435,966 1,034,801 1,362,460 1,372,805 1,557,975
1,927,456 2,105,309 1,377,251 1,954,485 1,963,405 2,180,225
PUBLIC SAFETY
POLICE PROTECTION 8,169,854 8,600,416 6,831,541 9,073,300 9,893,825 10,028,720
ANIMAL CONTROL 23,886 25,790 7,811 29,340 30,710 31,760
FIRE PROTECTION 1,501,433 1,719,684 1,054,162 1,669,220 1,931,190 2,457,420
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS 87,341 115,658 266,917 98,580 114,560 119,060
9,782,514 10,461,548 8,160,431 10,870,440 11,970,285 12,636,960
PUBLIC WORKS
ENGINEERING 401,798 476,618 397,649 587,610 628,570 661,210
STREET MAINTENANCE 1,591,039 1,617,746 1,484,460 1,800,745 2,048,280 2,193,880
TRAFFIC SIGNS 200,334 212,586 180,608 241,710 259,840 272,310
SNOWPLOWING 636,513 892,650 750,818 869,500 1,019,000 1,073,220
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 416,132 469,020 402,527 477,110 485,530 486,125
FORESTRY 377,671 341,444 251,760 394,670 416,340 433,550
3,623,487 4,010,064 3,467,821 4,371,345 4,857,560 5,120,295
PARKS & RECREATION
PARKS MAINTENANCE 1,670,092 1,841,219 1,605,883 2,048,220 2,305,300 2,557,000
RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS 432,805 507,944 443,235 527,550 658,990 694,455
2,102,897 2,349,162 2,049,119 2,575,770 2,964,290 3,251,455
GENERAL FUND TOTAL 20,753,513 22,311,145 17,571,059 23,083,960 25,152,640 26,762,280
FINANCE TOTAL
PUBLIC SAFETY TOTAL
PUBLIC WORKS TOTAL
PARKS & RECREATION TOTAL
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Summary of Expenditures by Department
ADMINISTRATION TOTAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TOTAL
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MAYOR &
COUNCIL
Department Overview
Composed of five elected officials, the City Council meets the first and third Wednesday each month to
consider adoption of policies and administration measures providing services to residents. They also
meet periodically in workshops for in-depth discussion of other potential actions to be taken.
Mission Statement
Provide excellence in the delivery of public services to community residents, businesses and owners of
property.
Service Areas
•Adopt local ordinances and policies
•Provide strategic direction
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Achieved AAA bond rating.
•Diversified Cottage Grove’s housing stock.
•Acquired park land along the Mississippi River.
2024 Department Goals
•Develop the Shoppes at Cottage View.
•Maintain a AAA bond rating.
•Secure funding to build 100th Street from TH61 to Jamaica Avenue.
•Be an employer of choice.
Budgetary Commentary
The wage increased that began in 2023 is included in the 2024 Budget.
Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Regular Council Meetings 23 23 23 23 23
Special Council Meetings 13 10 20 20 20
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 01 ‐ MAYOR/COUNCIL
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 43,196 43,536 37,879 43,600 50,510 50,510
4141 ‐ PERA 1,292 1,360 1,183 1,500 1,580 1,580
4142 ‐ FICA 1,703 1,644 1,431 1,830 1,910 1,910
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 140 150 120 160 170 170
46,330 46,690 40,613 47,090 54,170 54,170
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 44 0000
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 141 481 828 1,520 1,800 1,800
Total Category: COMMODITIES 141 525 828 1,520 1,800 1,800
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 5,250 13,500 7,500 6,800 7,000 7,200
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 0 0 0 780 700 700
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 55 0 100 0 0
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,450 1,510 1,200 1,600 2,400 2,600
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 37,148 38,435 40,523 40,700 42,000 43,200
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 275 2,016 435 5,000 5,200 5,300
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 903 1,477 522 3,000 3,100 3,200
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 45,026 56,993 50,180 57,980 60,400 62,200
Total Department: 01 ‐ MAYOR/COUNCIL 91,497 104,208 91,621 106,590 116,370 118,170
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Detail of Expenditures
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ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The City Administrator and department staff provide general administrative services for management
of the City to ensure that all Council policies and directives are implemented. The City Administrator
consults with the Mayor and City Council in their responsibilities as the community’s elected decision
makers. Department support includes managing Council agendas and directing information flow and
action requests to the Council. The department provides general oversight and supervision of all City
operating departments and consultants who provide the direct delivery of services to the community.
Mission Statement
The Administration Department facilitates the connection of Cottage Grove residents, elected Mayor
and City Council, Economic Development, and the City’s operating departments with a goal of delivering
superior municipal services through employee empowered community decision-making.
Service Areas
•Strategic Plan
Management
•City Clerk
•Human Resources
•Agenda Management
•Community Programs
•Convention and Visitors
Bureau (CVB)
•Community Engagement
Facilitation
•Marketing and
Communications
•Implement and
Administer Policies
•Professional Services
•Record Keeping
•Provide City Direction and
Guidelines
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Enacted CBD regulations for licensing and zoning which authorized retail establishments to sell
CBD products (low potency cannabis) in certain zoning districts and set the performance
standards with the community.
•Successfully hosted the inaugural Cottage Grove Food Truck Festival under the direction of the
Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.
•Implemented the new Cottage Grove Connect e-newsletter to provide another avenue of
communication with residents in the community.
•Implemented CivicClerk software for Council and Commission packets for user friendly access.
•Completed a deeply affordable apartment housing project with Trellis.
•Completed the Phase I and II ESA for the 80th Street redevelopment project which included the
former post office site and the Village Greens Shopping Center.
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
•Work to create an open workplace environment committed to excellence in all aspects of
operations where excellent service is provided.
•Maintain the Strategic Plan and assist departments as needed to achieve the objectives for each
direction.
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• Increase diversity, equity and inclusion efforts throughout the organization and community.
• Continue to market the City of Cottage Grove as a tourist destination and complete our third
Visitor’s Guide for distribution.
• Finalize and implement brand guidelines to retain consistency in City communications.
• Improve licensing accessibility and allow residents to submit applications online.
• Create a strategic communications plan and calendar, a crisis communications action plan, and
a media relations plan.
• Complete a compensation study and negotiate union contracts.
• Determine the best strategy to address development of The Shoppes at Cottage View Property.
• Finalize the requirements of the approved 2023 Washington County Brownfield Grant for the
Phase I and II site assessments for the EDA owned property and Majestic Ballroom site.
Budget Commentary
Personnel costs for City Clerk were transitioned from the Administration cost category to the City Clerk
cost category to recognize the hiring of a City Clerk in 2022. In the recent past, the city clerk duties were
shared by the Human Resources manager and Deputy City Clerk. The Community and Employee
Programs cost center includes a compensation study that will be completed in 2024. The City Hall cost
center includes increased cost for utilities and building maintenance based on inflationary and increased
costs the past several years. Employee recognition programs and employee wellness programs are
included in the Community & Employee programs budget and total $20,000 and $4,400 respectively.
These programs are outlined in the City’s Public Purpose Expenditure Policy.
Personnel Schedule
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
General Fund:
City Administrator 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resources Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Communications Manager 1.00 0.00 0.00
Assistant to City Administrator .75 .75 .75
City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resources/Payroll Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Marketing/Communications Specialist 0.00 1.00 1.00
Administration Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Special Revenue Funds (EDA & CVB):
EDA Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant to City Administrator .25 .25 .25
Marketing/Communications Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Internal Service Fund:
IT Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
IT System Administrator 0.00 2.00 2.00
IT Specialist 2.00 1.00 1.00
12.00 13.00 13.00
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Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Actual Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Regular Council Meetings 22 23 23 23 23
Special Council Meetings 23 10 20 19 as of
11/15 20
Total Full Time Employees 156 155 160 168 177
Total Employee Retention 98% 98% 98% 98% 98%
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 02 ‐ ADMINISTRATION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 502,661 637,634 429,768 677,300 648,500 680,800
4141 ‐ PERA 35,993 45,418 30,238 50,800 48,600 51,100
4142 ‐ FICA 35,578 44,428 30,599 51,700 49,700 52,200
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 47,940 73,915 54,675 72,900 69,000 75,900
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 3,340 4,980 3,000 4,000 4,600 4,500
625,512 806,375 548,280 856,700 820,400 864,500
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 504 308 0 0 400 400
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 243 1,986 965 500 900 900
Total Category: COMMODITIES 747 2,293 965 500 1,300 1,300
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 3,125 6,677 9,305 10,500 10,800 11,200
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 300 1,139 0000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 500 2,560 0 2,100 2,200 2,200
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 2,544 3,676 1,944 2,700 3,120 3,120
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 16,415 20,500 31,875 42,500 45,600 47,900
4340 ‐ PRINTING 140 138 55 800 800 800
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 956 160 144 2,300 500 500
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 10,890 11,300 9,225 12,300 18,500 20,400
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 3,287 4,837 2,044 3,200 2,625 2,700
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 7,600 13,991 8,854 14,800 11,575 11,925
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 1,622 6,743 305 2,100 2,200 2,200
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 47,379 71,720 63,750 93,300 97,920 102,945
Total Department: 02 ‐ ADMINISTRATION 673,638 880,389 612,996 950,500 919,620 968,745
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 04 ‐ CITY CLERK/ELECTIONS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME (200) 56,146 65,178 0 94,700 99,400
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 42,671 49,717 230 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 186 4,211 4,845 0 7,100 7,500
4142 ‐ FICA 2,260 4,611 4,250 0 7,200 7,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 000012,000 13,200
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 0000600600
44,918 114,685 74,504 0 121,600 128,300
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 65 25 26 0 0 0
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 31 0 (13) 500 0 0
Total Category: COMMODITIES 96 25 13 500 0 0
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 3,541 4,199 3,179 59,500 61,300 63,200
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 25,158 114,828 8,340 38,600 39,800 41,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 20 79 715 0 0 0
4340 ‐ PRINTING 2,598 00000
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 999 242 50 500 520 530
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 9,810 10,110 10,935 11,500 11,800 12,200
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 45 21 120 0 275 275
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 0 244 842 0 1,490 1,550
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 42,171 129,723 24,181 110,100 115,185 118,755
Total Department: 04 ‐ CITY CLERK/ELECTIONS 87,185 244,432 98,698 110,600 236,785 247,055
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 03 ‐ PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 203,106 218,239 235,847 221,800 248,500 255,000
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 234,738 245,633 189,691 237,000 244,100 251,400
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 437,844 463,872 425,538 458,800 492,600 506,400
Total Department: 03 ‐ PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 437,844 463,872 425,538 458,800 492,600 506,400
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
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Department: 08 ‐ COMMUNITY & EMPL PROG
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 6,081 1,075 2,000 10,000 10,300 10,610
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 670 275 1,400 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 342 00000
4142 ‐ FICA 349 00000
7,441 1,350 3,400 10,000 10,300 10,610
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 0 3,410 6,429 2,000 6,350 6,570
Total Category: COMMODITIES 0 3,410 6,429 2,000 6,350 6,570
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 0 14,000 10,000 26,790 50,000 5,200
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 265 265 25,374 35,000 36,050 37,150
4340 ‐ PRINTING 73,553 79,824 28,031 42,460 44,800 45,500
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 0 0 0 1,000 1,400 1,540
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 0 0 2,778 0 3,955 3,955
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 2,573 14 1,500 10,300 605 605
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 31,456 39,050 36,647 25,750 27,875 29,225
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 107,847 133,153 104,330 141,300 164,685 123,175
Total Department: 08 ‐ COMMUNITY & EMPL PRO 115,288 137,913 114,159 153,300 181,335 140,355
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 09 ‐ CITY HALL BUILDINGS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.27700000
4141 ‐ PERA 21 00000
4142 ‐ FICA 17 00000
31500000
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 6,712 7,974 4,167 8,900 9,200 9,400
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 3,092 2,362 3,322 3,500 3,600 3,700
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 3,967 0 0 1,500 3,000 0
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 90 00000
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 1,332 669 436 1,000 0 1,300
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 7,202 6,136 5,747 7,200 7,500 8,200
Total Category: COMMODITIES 22,395 17,141 13,672 22,100 23,300 22,600
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 445 0 0 500 500 600
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 31,875 26,832 23,620 31,000 32,000 33,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 10,436 14,656 5,000 12,000 12,000 12,000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 13,990 15,000 18,975 25,300 30,600 32,100
4340 ‐ PRINTING 831 0 1,079 1,000 500 500
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 40,000 41,520 33,975 45,300 68,000 74,800
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 104,730 134,475 101,228 105,000 135,000 140,000
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 4,367 5,055 2,102 9,000 6,000 6,100
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 0 41 0000
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 119,833 203,022 158,230 146,500 180,000 188,700
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 0 4 84 400 560 620
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 11,512 16,920 12,813 12,000 12,000 18,000
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 120 00000
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 63,676 56,996 50,007 63,000 73,800 76,750
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 401,816 514,521 407,113 451,000 550,960 583,170
Total Department: 09 ‐ CITY HALL BUILDINGS 424,526 551,732 420,785 473,100 574,260 605,770
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Department: Administration (Fund #: 285)
Program: Economic Development (Program #: 1135)
Program Description
The Economic Development Authority is led by a seven-member board that provides public support of
various activities promoting economic growth in the City. It is the business development entity of the
City. Activities include strategic planning, program implementation, financial program management,
and business park development.
Budget Commentary
The property tax levy fo the EDA Fund was increased from 125,000 in the 2023 Budget to 275,000 in
the 2024 Budget. This is the first increase in the property tax levy for the EDA Fund since 2018. The
Ten-Year Financial Management Plan identified the need to fund economic and redevelopment
activities in the community. The additional property tax levy funds will be used for this purposes:
•Promote and facilitate commercial and industrial development that enhances the tax base and
creates higher paying jobs within the city.
•Maintain financial incentives to enhance economic development, including a facade
improvement program and DARTS bus loop circulator to serve Cottage Grove’s senior
population.
•Continue to market Cottage Grove as a community that is positioned for business growth.
•Represent the community in county and regional economic development initiatives.
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 285 ‐ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Category: REVENUE
3011 ‐ CURRENT PROP TAX 124,710 124,439 64,339 125,000 275,000 275,000
3012 ‐ DEL PROP TAXES 220 384 382 0 0 0
3310 ‐ FEDERAL GRANTS 32,690 68,590 0000
3324 ‐ STATE GRANTS 2,250 10,000 0000
3574 ‐ ADVERTISING SALES 0 6,290 0000
3809 ‐ INTERFUND INTRST 600 307 43 0 0 0
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (2,471) 0 35 0 0 0
3812 ‐ DONATE & CONTRI 0 250 0000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 0 27,234 12,024 0 0 0
3840 ‐ LODGING TAX 57,987 74,447 0000
3899 ‐ TRANSFER IN 75,000 100,000 75,000 100,000 0 0
290,985 411,941 151,822 225,000 275,000 275,000
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 167,275 215,887 161,081 198,700 212,875 224,510
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 1,747 4,457 3,422 2,990 1,510 1,610
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 315,922 274,185 240,760 336,945 351,940 362,530
4700 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 182,418 00000
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 0 0 40,144 0 0 0
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 667,363 494,530 445,406 538,635 566,325 588,650
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 12,666 (363,712)(446,300) (759,935) (1,051,260)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(376,378) (82,588) (293,584) (313,635) (291,325) (313,650)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR (363,712) (446,300)(759,935) (1,051,260) (1,364,910)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 285 ‐ Economic Development Authority
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 12 ‐ EDA
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 134,567 172,823 129,220 157,425 168,200 176,575
4141 ‐ PERA 9,999 13,729 9,578 11,775 12,600 13,275
4142 ‐ FICA 9,644 12,395 9,158 12,000 12,925 13,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 12,075 15,700 12,150 16,200 17,550 19,460
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 990 1,240 975 1,300 1,600 1,600
167,275 215,887 161,081 198,700 212,875 224,510
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 419 167 0 210 210 210
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 1,328 4,290 3,352 2,780 1,300 1,400
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 0 0 70 0 0 0
Total Category: COMMODITIES 1,747 4,457 3,422 2,990 1,510 1,610
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 42,432 47,670 24,445 50,000 95,000 55,000
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 60,132 34,753 65,822 9,550 40,000 61,500
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 6,174 16,168 25,474 5,800 20,000 21,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 144,816 43,087 41,601 103,000 68,750 93,750
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 540 1,103 720 900 975 1,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 982 0000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 10,930 17,000 22,575 30,100 32,000 33,600
4340 ‐ PRINTING 293 11,025 390 0 0 0
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 10,187 21,850 3,357 5,250 5,000 5,150
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 803 1,070 1,700 1,900
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 7,061 7,135 7,579 11,445 6,775 7,000
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 565 10,009 3,761 47,330 6,400 6,600
4407 ‐ PROPERTY TAXES 6,417 7,866 5,952 9,450 9,740 10,030
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 25,375 54,496 38,281 63,050 65,600 66,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 315,922 274,185 240,760 336,945 351,940 362,530
Category: MISCELLANEOUS
4732 ‐ LOSS‐FIXED ASSET 182,418 00000
Total Category: MISCELLANEOUS 182,418 00000
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 0 0 40,144 0 0 0
Total Category: TRANSFERS 0 0 40,144 0 0 0
Total Department: 12 ‐ EDA 667,363 494,530 445,406 538,635 566,325 588,650
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 285 ‐ Economic Development Authority
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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CONVENTION &
VISITORS BUREAU
Department: Economic Development (Fund #: 265)
Program: Visitors Bureau (Program #: 1150)
Program Description
The vision of the Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau is to promote Cottage Grove as a
premier destination for leisure travelers, weddings, and outdoor enthusiasts, a recognized and
successful host city for meetings and conventions, and a prominent and respected venue for sporting
events.
Budget Commentary
Prior to 2023, the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) was included in the EDA Fund. A new fund for
the CVB was created in 2023 to provide a more robust accounting of the expenditures and revenues
related to CVB activities. Those activites include the following:
• Continue to position the Cottage Grove area as a “must visit” through marketing and promotion
of the community.
• Develop strategies designed to feature and enhance tourism opportunities for Cottage Grove
businesses.
• Strengthen the integration and cooperative efforts of the CGCVB in association with individual
businesses, regional tourism and state tourism activities.
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2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 265 ‐ CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Category: REVENUE
3310 ‐ FEDERAL GRANTS 0 0 0 76,200 54,695 0
3324 ‐ STATE GRANTS 0 0 14,000 0 10,000 0
3574 ‐ ADVERTISING SALES 0 0 5,095 6,290 5,095 5,095
3575 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 0 0 8,050 0 8,750 8,750
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST 0 0 30 0 0 0
3812 ‐ DONATE & CONTRI 0 0 1,000 0 2,750 2,750
3840 ‐ LODGING TAX 0 0 34,438 66,350 72,275 72,275
3899 ‐ TRANSFER IN 0 0 40,144 0 0 0
0 0 102,757 148,840 153,565 88,870
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 0 0 42,977 76,200 83,325 87,790
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 0 0 0 920 360 360
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 0 0 57,674 70,000 64,775 70,375
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 0 0 100,651 147,120 148,460 158,525
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 0 0 0 1,720 6,825
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)0 0 2,106 1,720 5,105 (69,655)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 0 0 1,720 6,825 (62,830)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 265 ‐ Convention & Visitors Bureau
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 00 ‐ CVB
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 0 0 32,375 59,175 64,200 67,425
4141 ‐ PERA 0 0 2,132 4,425 4,800 5,025
4142 ‐ FICA 0 0 2,395 4,500 4,875 5,100
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 0 0 6,075 8,100 9,450 10,240
0 0 42,977 76,200 83,325 87,790
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 0 0 420 120 120
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 0 0 0 500 240 240
Total Category: COMMODITIES 0 0 0 920 360 360
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 0 0 2,548 20,520 21,020 21,020
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 956 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 0 0 3,535 4,130 1,380 1,380
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 0 0 202 0 0 0
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 0 576 475 720 720
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 0 7,162 11,000 8,000 8,000
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 0 23,555 29,050 16,905 16,905
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 0 0 390 325 325 325
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 0 0 456 1,500 1,750 1,750
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 0 0 18,294 3,000 14,675 20,275
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 0 0 57,674 70,000 64,775 70,375
Total Department: 00 ‐ CVB 0 0 100,651 147,120 148,460 158,525
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 265 ‐ Convention & Visitors Bureau
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Department: Administration (Fund #: 720)
Program: Information Technology (Program #: 0380)
Program Description
This division develops and coordinates information technology solutions that provide easy, secure
access to information and operating/processing software and resources. Division staff support all city
departments in implementing technology systems including phone, data center, cloud management,
surveillance and networks/internet. IT staff are responsible for information and building access
security, as well as continuing training for city staff for all things related to information technology.
Service Areas
•Cyber and Physical Security
•Information Technology Training
o Security Education and Training Awareness (SETA)
•Information Technology Support
•Data Center Infrastructure
•End-point Management
•Regulatory Audit including
o Criminal Justice Information Technology (CJIS)
o National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Framework
o Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Redesigned and began the buildout of city networks to ensure security and efficiency of city
information systems.
•Updated policy and procedures to enhance the cyber security initiatives for protecting city data
and systems through better training and compliance reporting.
•Responded and closed over 1300 requests for assistance from end-users.
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
•Work to create an open workplace environment committed to excellence in all aspects of
operations where excellent service is provided.
•Maintain the Strategic Plan and assist departments as needed to achieve the objectives for each
direction.
Budget Commentary
Included in the 2024 Budget is the addition of an IT Technician position to respond to the increasing IT
requests from the city departments and to allow for other department staff to concentrate on other
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INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
focus areas including cyber security. The 2024 Budget also includes security initiatives to further
enhance identity and access controls.
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2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 720 ‐ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Category: REVENUE
3519 ‐ OTHER CHARGE SVS 1,079,609 1,167,226 1,109,371 1,490,400 1,812,600 1,781,000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST 0 0 376 0 0 0
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 0 226 0000
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 0 198,450 201,855 0 0 0
1,079,609 1,365,901 1,311,601 1,490,400 1,812,600 1,781,000
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 309,121 369,728 273,005 369,000 491,300 517,600
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 98,142 144,206 70,773 156,305 238,795 176,875
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 623,640 815,300 782,058 927,665 1,064,470 1,146,820
4720 ‐ DEPRECIATION 7,289 3,410 0000
4730 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 16,479 00000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 1,054,671 1,332,644 1,125,836 1,452,970 1,794,565 1,841,295
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR (399,509) (374,571)(341,314) (303,884) (285,849)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)24,938 33,257 185,765 37,430 18,035 (60,295)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR (374,571) (341,314)(303,884) (285,849) (346,144)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 720 ‐ Information Technology
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 07 ‐ IT
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 260,280 280,959 215,885 290,900 406,900 427,200
4116 ‐ O/T ‐P/T REG. STATUS 765 876 0000
4140 ‐ PENSIONS (13,228) 24,366 0000
4141 ‐ PERA 19,350 20,713 15,962 21,800 23,000 24,100
4142 ‐ FICA 18,662 19,994 15,582 22,200 23,400 24,700
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 21,893 20,560 24,300 32,400 36,000 39,600
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 1,400 2,260 1,275 1,700 2,000 2,000
309,121 369,728 273,005 369,000 491,300 517,600
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 927 26 252 105 110 115
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 4,954 7,152 2,186 6,000 6,180 6,560
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 42 136 86 200 200 200
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 92,220 136,892 68,250 150,000 232,305 170,000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 98,142 144,206 70,773 156,305 238,795 176,875
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 77,694 84,185 81,371 120,000 122,700 127,310
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 0 37,200 0 0 19,570 0
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 94,427 110,893 65,332 110,000 125,900 130,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 275 0 151 0 0 0
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 436,079 541,919 598,940 580,260 676,400 615,600
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,600 0 1,200 1,600 1,600 1,600
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 10,870 24,529 22,782 58,000 100,200 270,000
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 902 9,184 21 41,305 0 0
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 774 0 267 1,500 2,100 2,310
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 1,020 7,370 11,995 15,000 16,000 0
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 19 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 623,640 815,300 782,058 927,665 1,064,470 1,146,820
Category: MISCELLANEOUS
4732 ‐ LOSS‐FIXED ASSET 16,479 00000
Total Category: MISCELLANEOUS 16,479 00000
Category: DEPRECIATION
4721 ‐ DEPRECIATION‐PURCHASED 7,289 3,410 0000
Total Category: DEPRECIATION 7,289 3,410 0000
Total Department: 07 ‐ IT 1,047,382 1,329,235 1,125,836 1,452,970 1,794,565 1,841,295
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 720 ‐ Information Technology
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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BUDGET CONTINGENCY/
TRANSFERS OUT
Department: Administration (Fund #: 100)
Program: Budget Contingency/Transfers Out (Program #: 9100)
Program Description
This budget line item accounts for budget contingency and transfers out of the General Fund to the
Equipment Replacement fund and other Special Revenue, Debt service and Capital project funds at
year end in accordance with the City's Fund Balance policy.
Budget Commentary
A budget contingency is included in the 2024 budget in the amount of $200,000. This is the first year
for the contingency in recent budgets. The contingency is per a recommendation in the Ten-Year
Financial Management Plan that identified the need to include a budget contingency for unforeseen
events that can occur in the city.
Prior to the 2024 Budget, the General Fund held equipment replacement revenues as a property tax,
along with a transfer out. Starting with the 2024 Budget, the amount of the equipment replacement
property tax levy is included in the Equipment Replacement Fund. This will eliminate the need for the
transfer out and will provide additional transparency in the budget document.
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Department: 00 ‐ TRANSFERS
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 833,211 400,000 307,500 410,000 0 0
4701 ‐ CONTINGENCY 0000200,000 275,000
Total Category: TRANSFERS 833,211 400,000 307,500 410,000 200,000 275,000
Total Department: 00 ‐ TRANSFERS 833,211 400,000 307,500 410,000 200,000 275,000
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
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FINANCE
DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Finance Department oversees the daily financial operations of the City and prepares the City's
budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and five-year capital improvement plan for the
benefit of residents and all interested parties, including the State Auditor's Office and bond rating
agencies. The department is also responsible for debt management and investments.
Mission Statement
The Finance Department supports all City departments by providing financial management,
accounting, and treasury services.
Service Areas
•Debt management
•Treasury operations
•Fixed Assets
•Payroll
•Accounts Payable
•Revenue Collection
•Audit of Financial Records
•Financial Reporting
•Budget and CIP
Compilation
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Achieved an AAA stable bond rating upgrade from S&P
•Completed ten-year Financial Management Plan
•Successful hiring and on-boarding of four positions within the department
•Received GFOA Certificate of Achievement award for the 33rd consecutive year
•Electronic processing of journal entries and other accounting processes to maximize accuracy,
internal controls, and efficiencies
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
•Begin and complete Implementation of a new utility billing software.
•Identify and implement accounts payable electronic processing while strengthening internal
controls.
•Explore and provide necessary financial information to City departments and stakeholders.
•Further strengthen Cybersecurity & training.
•Explore the implementation of performance measurements.
Budgetary Commentary
4.18% budget increase for 2024 reflects increased health insurance and workers compensation costs
that are based on actual cost incurred in recent years. A utility billing technician is included in the
budget to assist in the utility billing process. This position is necessary due to the conversion of the
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new utility billing software. The previous software company provided utility billing support services.
These services will now be provided by the City in order to enhance the customer service experience.
Full-time Equivalent Positions
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
General Fund:
Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accountant 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accounting Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Finance Assistant II .50 .50 .50
Enterprise Fund:
Utility Billing Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00
Utility Billing Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00
Utility Accounting Technician 0.00 1.00 1.00
6.50 7.50 7.50
Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Accounts payable checks 2,996 2,904 2,952 3,000 3,000
Payments by EFT (A/P) 2,524 2,570 2,455 2,500 2,550
Payroll ACH notices 7,092 7,689 7,752 7,700 7,800
W-2’s issued 587 537 580 550 560
Outcome Measures
Personnel costs per accounts payable
check transaction $11.03 $12.42 $12.64 $17.39 $18.27
Personnel cost per payroll transactions $11.85 $9.84 $9.50 $12.96 $13.46
Number of reportable findings by
independent auditor None 1 None None None
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 05 ‐ FINANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 463,044 428,179 286,555 430,900 436,400 458,200
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.03280000
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 0 0 0 26,400 28,400 29,800
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 7,976 13,880 22,397 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 34,967 29,031 22,659 34,300 34,800 36,500
4142 ‐ FICA 33,437 32,519 22,654 34,900 35,600 37,300
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 48,000 37,905 34,425 45,900 60,000 66,000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 2,880 3,575 2,025 2,700 3,100 3,200
590,303 545,417 390,714 575,100 598,300 631,000
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 318 188 0000
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 124 630 345 900 900 900
Total Category: COMMODITIES 442 818 345 900 900 900
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 27,252 31,844 25,374 29,000 31,050 32,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 164 109 467 0 0 0
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 13,871 00000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 1,868 1,035 428 1,800 585 600
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 27 0000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 15,070 20,500 25,800 34,400 36,000 37,800
4340 ‐ PRINTING 1,884 1,237 0 1,000 1,300 1,300
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 0 685 200 0 0
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 460 610 210 630 725 750
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 2,658 918 1,118 6,000 7,270 7,500
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 63,226 56,279 54,081 73,030 76,930 79,950
Total Department: 05 ‐ FINANCE 653,971 602,514 445,141 649,030 676,130 711,850
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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INSURANCE
FINANCE
Department: Finance (Fund #: 700)
Program: Insurance (Program #: 9700)
Program Description
The Insurance activity accounts for property, liability and Workers Compensation insurance premiums
paid by the City, along with claims, losses and deductibles incurred. This activity also provides funding
for safety and wellness activities.
Budget Commentary
Insurance fund revenues charged to other funds in the City are increasing 21.63% in an attempt to
recover increased current operating expenses that have occurred in the fund related to workers
compensation and property insurance. The City receives workers compensation and property
insurance through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust which is a self-insured member
cooperative that provides cost-effective coverage designed for the unique needs of cities. Like many
communities in Minnesota, workers compensation premiums for the City doubled in amount from
2020 to 2022 due to high levels of post-traumatic stress disorder claims for public safety. In addition,
the City contracted with a new insurance broker for property insurance. During a review of the
coverage amounts for city property, it was noted that the coverage amounts needed to increase for
City-owned property. Due to this, property insurance is increasing 22%.
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 700 ‐ SELF‐INSURANCE
Category: REVENUE
3339 ‐ OTHER MN AID 7,173 8,773 0 0 66,000 66,000
3519 ‐ OTHER CHARGE SVS 2,195,554 2,520,820 2,168,944 2,860,600 3,440,090 3,732,090
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (9,249) (49,169) 14,211 15,000 10,000 10,000
3815 ‐ INSURANCE RECOVERY 48,137 57,835 47,879 20,000 20,000 20,000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 76,123 48,186 7,012 20,000 20,000 20,000
2,317,737 2,586,445 2,238,047 2,915,600 3,556,090 3,848,090
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 2,248,769 2,593,070 2,448,900 2,570,700 2,956,700 3,118,300
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 1,216 5,431 2,460 11,900 12,900 12,900
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 327,866 406,611 419,897 375,500 441,500 461,400
4730 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 145,677 186,168 126,057 60,000 130,000 130,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 2,723,528 3,191,280 2,997,314 3,018,100 3,541,100 3,722,600
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 1,609,113 1,203,322 598,487 495,987 510,977
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(405,791) (604,835) (759,267) (102,500) 14,990 125,490
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 1,203,322 598,487 495,987 510,977 636,467
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 700 ‐ Self‐Insurance
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 00 ‐ SELF‐INSURANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4139 ‐ DENTAL 0 0 3,453 0 0 0
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 1,572,247 1,737,446 1,450,280 1,683,200 1,875,200 1,986,000
4146 ‐ DISABILITY 0 0 50,546 45,000 66,000 66,000
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 57,427 00000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 619,095 855,624 944,041 842,500 1,015,500 1,066,300
4149 ‐ LTD/LIFE INSURANCE 0 0 580 0 0 0
2,248,769 2,593,070 2,448,900 2,570,700 2,956,700 3,118,300
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 1,216 5,431 2,460 11,900 12,900 12,900
Total Category: COMMODITIES 1,216 5,431 2,460 11,900 12,900 12,900
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 65,376 98,090 47,179 49,100 42,600 42,600
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 2,176 0 0 0
4352 ‐ GENERAL LIABILIT 262,448 307,531 369,537 326,400 398,900 418,800
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 42 990 1,005 0 0 0
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 327,866 406,611 419,897 375,500 441,500 461,400
Category: MISCELLANEOUS
4733 ‐ CLAIM‐NONCITY PR 6,392 17,128 14,059 20,000 20,000 20,000
4734 ‐ AUTO CLAIMS 153,729 86,844 54,049 40,000 40,000 40,000
4735 ‐ WORKERS COMP MED DEDUCTIBLE 100 200 0 0 50,000 50,000
4736 ‐ PROPERTY LOSS CLAIMS (60,208) (35,290) 0 0 20,000 20,000
4737 ‐ MEDICAL DEDUCTIBLE 45,664 117,286 57,949 0 0 0
Total Category: MISCELLANEOUS 145,677 186,168 126,057 60,000 130,000 130,000
Total Department: 00 ‐ SELF‐INSURANCE 2,723,528 3,191,280 2,997,314 3,018,100 3,541,100 3,722,600
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 700 ‐ Self‐Insurance
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Community Development Department is responsible for Planning, Building Inspections, and Code
Enforcement. The Department assists and supports the Planning Commission, Committee on Historic
Preservation, and the City Council.
Mission Statement
The Community Development Department provides quality municipal planning, inspections, and
property services to residents and businesses seeking to build or redevelop in Cottage Grove.
Service Areas
•Building permits
•Building inspections and
maintenance
•Zoning and land use
•Historic preservation
•Code enforcement
•Rental licensing
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Completed a complete rewrite of the City’s zoning code.
•Residential Development:
o Four final plats approved in 2022 – 305 total number of lots platted
o 5,572 building permits issued in 2022 and approximately 15,000 building inspections
conducted in 2022
o Approval for a 299-unit market rate apartment project south of 100th street (Norhart
Apartments)
•Industrial Development – approximately 1 million square feet approved in 2022:
o Renewal by Andersen 300,000 square foot expansion
o RJ Schinner – 127,000 square feet
o Hemmingway Industrial – 240,000 square feet
o Leafline Labs 134,000 square foot expansion
o NorthPoint Phase 1 construction – 700,000 square feet
o Hohenstein Distribution – 160,000 square feet
•Commercial Development:
o Pizza Ranch
o O2B Kids! Daycare
o Chase Bank
o Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins
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• New permit software has been implemented providing all building permit applications online
creating a more efficient building permit process. Residents and contractors can now apply for
any building permit online, receive an invoice, and pay for the permit online.
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
• Continue long range planning for growth and development south of 100th Street and east of
Keats Avenue.
• Continue to find ways to provide a high level and efficient level of customer service to residents
and contractors.
• Explore home improvement programs for existing housing stock.
• Promote development opportunities and identify areas for redevelopment.
• Continue to educate residents regarding ordinances to help maintain the health, safety, and
welfare of the community.
Budget Commentary
One building inspector position will be kept vacant in the 2024 Budget. This supports the trending
permit numbers from 2023 as the market continues to correct. It is included in the 2025 Budget and
will be dependent on the market.
Personnel Schedule
2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Community Development Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Planner 2.00 1.00 1.00
Associate Planner 1.00 2.00 2.00
Community Development Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00
Chief Building Official 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Inspector 4.00 3.00 4.00
Seasonal Building Inspector .50 .50 .50
Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Permit Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00
Office Assistant .63 .63 .63
Total 14.13 13.13 14.13
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Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Zoning Applications 53 79 73 46
Residential Rental Licenses 201 270 270 270
Planning Commission
Meetings 10 12 12 10 10
Historic Preservation Meetings 6 5 4 4 4
Council Action Items (Res, Ord,
Approvals) 164 165
Construction Inspections 12,608 15,362 21,886 13,000
Property Maintenance
Inspections 6661 771 597 600 650
Rental Property Inspections 2101 391 423 450 450
Contract Inspections2 3,247 2,833 1,834 500 100
Plan Reviews 1,325 1,858 1,500 1,200
Permits 4,466 5,655 5,559 4,476
New Dwelling Units 382 574 550 248 250
Building Valuation – New
Residential (mil $) 101,983,793 155,998,356 130,682,867 102,074,070 114,000,000
Building Valuation – Other
Residential (mil $) 19,156,993 32,380,012 37,677,259 27,634.928 15,000,000
Building Valuation –
Commercial/Industrial (mil $) 34,415,8711 36,444,802 201,938,617 45,423,336 50,000,000
Building Valuation – Other
Projects (mil $) 6,814,489 7,046,786 12,334,903 11,822,974 12,000,000
Total Building Valuation (mil $) 162,371,146 231,869,956 373,439,534 186,955,308 191,000,000
1 Impacted by Covid-19
2 Includes Cottage Grove, Newport, St. Paul Park, & Denmark Township
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 10 ‐ PLANNING & ZONING
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 359,095 341,696 237,286 409,000 398,600 418,340
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.7,195 5,786 0 7,500 7,500 7,960
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 13,744 69,757 2,849 8,400 8,400 8,800
4141 ‐ PERA 27,165 26,951 18,010 31,200 30,500 32,100
4142 ‐ FICA 26,493 30,122 17,782 32,500 31,700 33,300
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 57,000 55,280 36,450 48,600 54,000 59,400
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 1,710 2,600 1,800 2,400 3,100 3,100
492,401 532,192 314,177 539,600 533,800 563,000
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 208 08000
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 62 6 35 0 0 0
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 50 0 0 309 250 250
Total Category: COMMODITIES 320 6 43 309 250 250
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 47,910 95,768 476 3,960 4,078 4,100
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 13,459 15,413 0 2,060 2,122 2,125
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 2,541 1,582 362 2,871 2,865 2,865
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 1,350 1,148 968 560 1,755 1,760
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 15,840 18,000 24,300 32,400 35,400 37,200
4340 ‐ PRINTING 52 110 0 0 100 100
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 1,332 1,767 329 2,575 1,900 1,900
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 825 1,100 1,700 1,900
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 250 370 250 1,440 1,325 1,350
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 7,670 1,114 625 4,635 4,775 5,150
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 232 834 96 515 530 550
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 91,636 137,145 28,231 52,116 56,550 59,000
Total Department: 10 ‐ PLANNING & ZONING 584,357 669,343 342,450 592,025 590,600 622,250
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 13 ‐ PROTECTIVE INSPECTION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 643,353 720,754 521,010 739,300 694,800 826,100
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.11,331 20,495 562 10,000 10,000 10,500
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 0 0 0 33,000 35,500 37,300
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 76,553 42,002 31,899 31,200 31,200 32,800
4141 ‐ PERA 51,458 55,954 40,630 58,800 55,600 65,500
4142 ‐ FICA 53,242 55,381 38,198 62,200 58,900 69,300
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 79,750 91,770 68,850 91,800 90,000 112,200
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 4,000 5,840 4,050 5,400 6,000 6,900
919,686 992,197 705,199 1,031,700 982,000 1,160,600
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 211 453 423 500 500 500
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 592 353 571 0 400 400
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 6,844 9,348 5,197 7,800 8,700 9,000
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 1,311 135 0 700 700 700
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 0 0 0 70 75 75
Total Category: COMMODITIES 8,958 10,289 6,191 9,070 10,375 10,675
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 155,456 219,147 120,612 123,600 125,000 125,000
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 856 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 8,444 174 62 4,120 100 100
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 171,290 131,283 114,216 82,400 130,000 130,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 6,312 6,983 4,268 7,240 7,460 7,460
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 45,840 47,000 65,475 87,300 96,500 101,300
4340 ‐ PRINTING 1,352 1,199 396 1,030 1,060 1,060
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 274 00000
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 700 730 600 800 1,200 1,300
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 16,657 22,765 13,316 9,800 13,720 15,090
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 1,407 1,211 345 400 390 390
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 6,519 2,835 3,266 4,800 4,800 4,800
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 204 18 0 200 200 200
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 135 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 414,455 433,480 323,411 321,690 380,430 386,700
Total Department: 13 ‐ PROTECTIVE INSPECTION 1,343,099 1,435,966 1,034,801 1,362,460 1,372,805 1,557,975
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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PUBLIC SAFETY
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Cottage Grove Public Safety Department’s vision has always been to provide the highest quality
community-based services, while finding creative ways to better deliver those services. The
department has an authorized strength of 46 sworn officers, 7 non-sworn staff, and 9 part-time
Community Service Officers. In addition to a proactive and call-for-service patrol division, the
department has specialty personnel in criminal investigations, computer forensics, narcotics,
community engagement, case management unit, and a school resource officer assignment. The
department is focused on building community trust through regular outreach efforts and by
participation in community events.
Mission Statement
Cottage Grove Public Safety collectively serves our community compassionately, providing protection
of life and property. We do this with honor, pride, and professionalism.
Service Areas
• Patrol
• Investigations
• Records
• Animal Control
• Property and Evidence
• Community Affairs
• School Resource Officer
• Narcotics Task Force
• Crime Prevention
• Emergency Management
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
• Implementation of Peer Support Group
• Traffic Safety utilizing TZD, speed signs, enforcement, and education
• Transitioned to advanced sighting system for improved accuracy of handguns
• Replaced outdoor warning siren
• Additional K9 Officer trained
• Outfitted squad cars with AEDs through grant proceeds
• Joined Fencing Consortium
• Camera trailer purchased with grant proceeds
• Case Management Unit (CMU) – mental health, domestic violence, threat management
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
• Recruitment and retention of police officers, emphasizing additional CSO hours
• Focused policing priorities and targeting resources to known problem areas
• Continue regular technology schedules (toughbooks, body-worn cameras, UAVs, computer
forensics)
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•Explore neighborhood crime prevention strategies (Ring doorbell, automatic license plate
readers)
•Employee wellness initiatives and resiliency
Budget Commentary
The 2024 budget includes the addition of two sworn officers in order to continue providing the same
high level of service. These positions will be funded with the one-time public safety aid that was
received from the State in 2023. The one-time public safety aid will also be used to fund needed
upgrades to the the in-car and body-worn cameral systems and toughbooks for individual patrol
officers. Toughbooks were previously shared between officers, but new BCA security requirements
require each officer to have their own Toughbook. The budget also includes increasing Community
Service Officer hours. The Emergency Management budget includes an outdoor warning siren in the
9500 block of Military Road. This a new location for the outdoor warning siren and will cover current
gaps in coverage.
Personnel Schedule 2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Public Safety Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Police Captains 3.00 3.00 3.00
Sergeants 7.00 9.00 9.00
Police Officers 33.00 33.00 33.00
Sworn Personnel 44.00 46.00 46.00
Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00
Records Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00
Criminal Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00
Investigative Aid .72 .72 .72
CSOs (FTE Equivalent) 3.05 4.25 4.25
53.77 56.97 56.97
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Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Population1 37,970 38,534 40,871 42,097 43,360
Total Calls for Service5 32,288 28,933 28,145 36,428 37,520
Outcome Measures
Population1 37,970 38,534 40,871 42,097 43,360
Part I Crimes2,4 616 459 409 392 404
Crimes/100,000 Population 1,576 1,191 1,001 960 989
Part II Crimes3,4 961 738 517 600 618
Crimes/100,000 Population 2,475 1,915 1,265 1,468 1,512
Total Calls for Service5 32,288 28,933 28,145 36,428 37,520
Total Animals Unrestrained 277 64 103 60 62
Total Animals Impounded 53 48 51 40 41
Total Animals Returned to Owner 53 17 29 17 18
Total Citations 1,949 2,092 1,295 1,658 1,708
Total Residential Alarms 132 100 94 80 82
Total Business Alarms 234 277 260 172 177
Full Time (Sworn Officers) 42 44 44 44 46
Total Calls per Full Time (Sworn Officers) 769 658 639 827 816
Straight Time Hours Worked6: Sworn
Police Officers
71,800 75,300 78,070 79,360 N/A
Overtime Hours Worked7,8: Sworn Police
Officers
4,564 7,635 3,600 1,590 N/A
Expenditures8: Sworn Officers Overtime
(no benefits)
$277,445 $504,413 $236,100 $110,095 N/A
Training Hours Worked6: Sworn Police
Officers 5,442 7,228 10,508 4,678 N/A
Reimbursements9 (TZD, Extra Duty, SRO,
Narcotics) $728,085 $1,201,085 $850,615 $749,660 N/A
1 Population based on MN BCA Records
2 Part I Crimes are defined as "serious" crimes. The eight crimes represented include murder, rape, aggravated assault,
robbery, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson. These crimes are included due to the uniformity of definition,
total volumes, and probability of being reported. Based on MN BCA statistics.
3 Part II Crimes are generally less serious in nature and include all other crime classifications other than those listed in Part I
crimes. Examples could include narcotics, other assaults, and liquor violations. Based on MN BCA statistics.
4 In comparing FTE’s, Part I – Part II Crimes and/or Incidents routinely require the presence of two police officers, and often
more than two are required to respond due to the serious and potentially dangerous nature of requests for service.
5 Total calls for service estimated high in 2023 due to increased park and business checks.
6 Training hours worked overlap with straight time hours worked and 2023 hours based on YTD 6-15-23.
7 Overtime hours worked includes both compensation time and paid time.
8 2023 Overtime hours worked & expenditures based on YTD 6-15-23.
9 Reimbursements includes all revenue for the department, only a few are listed and estimated as of 6-15-23.
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Department: 21 ‐ POLICE PROTECTION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 4,810,029 5,112,272 3,845,874 5,241,000 5,650,200 6,013,500
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.434,389 205,679 163,114 200,000 200,000 210,000
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 71,152 69,761 34,283 90,500 48,300 50,700
4116 ‐ O/T ‐P/T REG. STATUS 508 272 0000
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 128,651 117,056 114,270 93,700 181,300 132,600
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 825 632 431 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 850,333 958,252 662,503 846,100 980,380 928,900
4142 ‐ FICA 112,413 115,977 89,056 123,400 129,600 135,000
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 454,614 475,470 358,470 477,960 634,800 671,900
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 178,300 300,000 340,050 453,400 473,400 483,700
7,041,214 7,355,371 5,608,051 7,526,060 8,297,980 8,626,300
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,835 3,753 1,509 4,640 4,780 4,920
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 52,917 46,710 53,888 75,000 78,920 81,110
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 91,836 101,708 87,541 114,300 117,730 121,270
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 45,411 73,062 113,151 107,150 83,500 86,000
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 2,628 918 1,320 3,000 3,000 3,000
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 17,630 43,420 27,716 24,720 25,460 26,230
Total Category: COMMODITIES 213,256 269,573 285,125 328,810 313,390 322,530
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 4,500 31,376 22,919 18,020 22,560 23,240
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 22,560 23,382 22,323 26,570 27,370 28,190
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 0 2,554 1,582 0 2,000 0
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 76,786 76,117 59,478 73,770 75,980 78,260
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 472 508 370 410 420 430
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 397,628 315,940 293,535 386,100 595,200 503,300
4340 ‐ PRINTING 793 2,281 502 1,230 1,270 1,300
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 0 0 110 110 120
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 45,000 46,710 38,175 50,900 76,400 84,000
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 9,977 22,362 21,959 28,530 29,390 30,270
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 0 505 9,046 7,000 8,900 8,900
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 115,037 123,658 104,061 105,500 147,700 162,470
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 9,906 8,160 5,206 20,400 13,000 13,000
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 1,789 3,161 2,463 3,910 4,030 4,150
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 50,009 46,681 35,870 60,630 110,095 113,400
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 504 677 582 1,750 1,800 1,860
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 10,422 10,025 11,000 16,640 17,000 17,500
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 8,593 3,676 3,273 8,960 9,230 9,500
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 753,975 717,773 632,344 810,430 1,142,455 1,079,890
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 161,410 257,699 306,022 408,000 140,000 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 161,410 257,699 306,022 408,000 140,000 0
Total Department: 21 ‐ POLICE PROTECTION 8,169,854 8,600,416 6,831,541 9,073,300 9,893,825 10,028,720
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 23 ‐ ANIMAL CONTROL
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 15,000 15,000 0 15,000 15,450 15,920
4142 ‐ FICA 1,100 1,100 0 1,100 1,140 1,170
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 100 100 83 110 120 120
16,200 16,200 83 16,210 16,710 17,210
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 105 0 0 200 200 210
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 0 370 16 1,030 1,060 1,090
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 0 0 0 400 420 430
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 1,715 3,188 3,497 3,300 3,400 3,500
Total Category: COMMODITIES 1,820 3,558 3,513 4,930 5,080 5,230
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 0 0 0 310 320 330
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 5,866 6,032 4,102 6,390 6,580 6,780
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 0 113 200 200 210
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 0 0 0 1,300 1,820 2,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 5,866 6,032 4,215 8,200 8,920 9,320
Total Department: 23 ‐ ANIMAL CONTROL 23,886 25,790 7,811 29,340 30,710 31,760
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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FORFEITURES/SEIZURE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Department: Public Safety (Fund #: 240)
Program: Forfeitures/Seizure (Program #: 0552, 0554)
Program Description
Under the authority of Federal and State statutes, the police department initiates asset forfeiture
actions against those who commit designated felony offenses, controlled substance violations, and
designated DUI violations. Forfeiture activities are classified as DUI or Criminal: each has specific
regulated uses.
Budget Commentary
•Purchased admin vehicle out of criminal forfeiture funds in 2022 ($31,900)
•Using DUI forfeiture funds to purchase $50,000 worth of in-car and body-worn camera systems
for squads in 2023
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Fund: 240 ‐ FORFEITURE/SEIZURE
Category: REVENUE
3349 ‐ COUNTY AID 0 26,000 0000
3538 ‐ CRIMINAL FORFEITURE 18,799 18,135 9,736 7,500 8,000 8,000
3540 ‐ DUI FORFEITURE REVENUE 12,599 12,675 475 7,500 8,000 8,000
3541 ‐ CRIMINAL STIPULATION 0 1,500 0000
3541 ‐ DUI STIPULATION 11,912 3,369 3,775 15,000 8,000 8,000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (450) (3,241) 2,019 1,000 0 0
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 0 806 104 0 0 0
42,861 59,244 16,108 31,000 24,000 24,000
Category: EXPENDITURES
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 25,120 9,350 25,453 4,740 4,880 5,030
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 34,440 19,669 3,580 15,530 21,990 16,470
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 31,906 0 10,710 5,030 11,360
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 59,560 60,925 29,034 30,980 31,900 32,860
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 89,411 72,711 71,031 71,051 63,151
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(16,700) (1,680) (12,925) 20 (7,900) (8,860)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 72,711 71,031 71,051 63,151 54,291
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 240 ‐ Forfeiture/Seizure
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 21 ‐ FORFEITURE/SEIZURE
Category: COMMODITIES
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 25,120 9,350 25,453 4,740 4,880 5,030
Total Category: COMMODITIES 25,120 9,350 25,453 4,740 4,880 5,030
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 7,920 1,851 579 8,750 6,010 9,280
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 652 50 0 100 100 110
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 0 0 0 410 420 430
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 0 0 620 640 660
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 2,440 00000
4390 ‐ VICTIM/WITNESS 1,851 1,914 959 0 3,000 0
4391 ‐ COUNTY DEFENDENT 7,251 6,636 1,918 4,120 4,240 4,370
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 0 0 0 1,020 1,060 1,080
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 14,327 9,217 125 510 6,520 540
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 34,440 19,669 3,580 15,530 21,990 16,470
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 0 31,906 0000
4540 ‐ OTHER CAP OUTLAY 0 0 0 10,710 5,030 11,360
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 31,906 0 10,710 5,030 11,360
Total Department: 21 ‐ FORFEITURE/SEIZURE 59,560 60,925 29,034 30,980 31,900 32,860
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 240 ‐ Forfeiture/Seizure
Detail of Expenditures
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O PIOID SETTLEMENT
PUBLIC SAFETY
Department: Public Safety (Fund #: 245)
Program: Opioid Settlement (Program #: 0572)
Program Description
The State of Minnesota and numerous Minnesota cities and counties joined with thousands of local
governments across the country to file lawsuits against opioid manufacturer and pharmaceutical
distribution companies for their misconduct. The State of Minnesota received a share of funds that
have been distributed to individual governments, including the City of Cottage Grove, from settlements
in the national opioid litigation.
Budget Commentary
• Work with community groups to provide classes for awareness and naloxone administration to
save lives.
• Expanded Naloxone training to our Public Works and Parks and Recreation staff in addition to
equipping them with Naloxone kits.
• Cottage Grove Fire/EMS recently created a community paramedic program. Cottage Grove has
the primary service area (PSA) for Cottage Grove, St. Paul Park, Newport, and Grey Cloud Island.
With the recent addition of the community paramedic program, we are looking at ways of
providing services without always needing to bring people to the hospital.
• Cottage Grove police has a case management unit with a full-time member and 5 patrol officers
that assist. The unit’s primary responsibility is mental health along with substance abuse. We
are exploring an embedded social worker.
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Fund: 245 ‐ OPIOID SETTLMENT
Category: REVENUE
3615 ‐ SETTLEMENTS 0 0 147,429 0 0 0
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST 0 76 2,592 0 0 0
0 76 150,020 0 0 0
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 0 0 76 76 76
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)0 76 150,020 0 0 0
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 0 76 76 76 76
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 245 ‐ Opioid Settlment
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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PUBLIC SAFETY
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Cottage Grove Public Safety Department’s vision has always been to provide the highest quality
community-based services, while finding creative ways to better deliver those services. The Fire
Department utilizes a Duty Crew response system twenty-four hours a day. This Duty Crew is
responsible for station duties, EMS and fire calls, building preplans, inspections, identification of life
safety hazards, as well as public education. Emergency Medical Services are delivered 24/7 to the
citizens of Cottage Grove, St. Paul Park, Newport, and Grey Cloud Island Township. The Department is
made up of 18 full-time staff, 1 non-sworn, and a core of 23 part-time staff members. The service is
also supported by Police Officer First Responders.
Mission Statement
Cottage Grove Public Safety collectively serves our community compassionately, providing protection
of life and property. We do this with honor, pride, and professionalism.
Service Areas
• Fire Suppression
• Life Safety Inspections
• Fire Prevention Education
• Community Outreach
• Pre-hospital Emergency
Medical Care
• Hazardous Material
Response
• Emergency Management
Planning
• Rescue Services
• Community Risk
Reduction
2022-2023 Departmental Accomplishments
• Established Fire/EMS staffing plan
• Implemented Community Paramedic Program
• Significant progress towards Heart Safe Community Designation
• Upgraded fire radios
• Awards for EMS excellence
• Transitioned to new EMS billing company
• Full time Fire Marshal position
• Proactive in fire prevention, public education, and community risk reduction
2024 Departmental Goals
• Firefighter wellness checks/Peer Support Group
• Update fleet replacement plan for ambulances and fire apparatus based upon best practice,
NFPA, and industry standards
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
•Expand Community Paramedic Program
•Achieve Heart Safe Community Designation
•Provide annual life safety inspections
•Develop special rescue operations capacity (water, low-angle)
•Recruitment and retention of firefighters
•Research grant opportunities (SCBA’s)
Budget Commentary
The 2024 budget includes the addition of three firefighter/paramedics in order to continue to provide
the same high level of service. These positions will be funded with the one-time public safety aid that
was received from the State in 2023. Neck up checks for fire department personnel has been added for
the first time in the 2024 budget to foster a healthy working environment. Other changes in the budget
are inflationary and increased operating expenses realized in recent years for utilities and building
maintenance services. In addition, staff will actively pursue grant opportunities for replacement of
SCBA’s.
Personnel Schedule 2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
Fire Marshal 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fire Captains1 4.00 4.00 4.00
Firefighter/Paramedics1 8.00 11.00 11.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00
PT Firefighters2 23.00 23.00 23.00
39.00 42.00 42.00
1 Total FTE’s between Fire and EMS.
2 PT based on 36 per month minimum qualification.
Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Population 38,839 39,605 41,027 42,258 43,525
Fire Incidents1 696 811 1,016 1,073 1,133
EMS Incidents 2,630 3,324 3,502 3,698 3,905
Total Incidents 3,326 4,135 4,518 4,771 5,038
Avg EMS Response Times (CG Only) 6:28 5:07 6:29 6:50 7:00
Total Fire Loss 1,085,327 1,245,500 1,700,670 2,125,800 2,657,250
Fire Incidents (NFIRS 100) 61 66 58 70 75
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Outcome Measures
Total Fire (all)/Rescue/Good
Intent/Incidents1 696 811 1,016 1,073 1,133
Average Fire Response Times to Calls 10:31 6:58 9:43 10:00 10:15
FIRE INSPECTIONS
# of Plan Reviews 12 15 24 30 31
# of Fire Inspections 438 600 622 600 618
# of Safety/First Aid/CPR Presentations 27 33 44 70 50
Daycare/Senior Inspections 8 12 10 10 10
EMS Population2 48,024 49,788 51,142 52,373 53,640
EMS Incidents 2630 3,324 3,502 3,698 3,905
Total Incidents 3,324 4,135 4,518 4,771 5,038
1 Fire incidents include incidents that were dispatched but canceled enroute
2 EMS population includes Newport, St. Paul Park, and Grey Cloud Township (10,115) in addition to Cottage Grove
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Department: 26 ‐ FIRE PROTECTION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 366,276 447,996 374,215 546,700 732,600 916,100
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.59,141 63,823 28,390 31,000 31,000 32,600
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 166,499 139,421 87,590 165,000 265,000 173,300
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 17,124 16,474 13,259 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 73,161 76,743 58,611 91,200 120,875 99,700
4142 ‐ FICA 21,002 22,929 17,636 22,300 24,950 23,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 44,255 46,080 43,350 57,800 84,450 70,600
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 2,372 0000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 44,900 51,755 36,900 49,200 73,475 62,300
792,357 867,594 659,951 963,200 1,332,350 1,378,200
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 249 140 1,440 1,480 1,530
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 9,807 5,881 3,834 10,090 10,400 10,700
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 11,410 14,257 12,131 13,400 14,200 14,800
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 27,663 30,776 14,668 47,280 48,700 50,160
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 1,881 3,478 277 5,360 5,520 5,690
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 3,487 3,478 2,244 3,710 3,820 3,940
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 15,802 6,026 2,200 10,300 10,600 10,930
Total Category: COMMODITIES 70,050 64,146 35,493 91,580 94,720 97,750
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 2,928 9,809 6,125 18,750 24,710 25,300
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 17,557 20,212 18,344 24,170 24,900 25,640
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 28,583 27,908 20,457 28,840 29,700 30,600
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 30 72 0 100 100 110
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 42,010 46,000 44,400 59,200 87,400 91,800
4340 ‐ PRINTING 29 62 55 200 200 210
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 15,250 15,830 12,975 17,300 26,000 28,600
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 64,885 84,476 60,821 51,500 70,000 75,000
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 82,675 35,990 42,214 66,330 68,320 70,370
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 70,754 170,700 51,330 68,100 73,650 78,500
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 28,494 68,265 50,403 31,000 43,400 47,740
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 3,207 2,811 1,771 4,120 4,240 4,370
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 770 870 960 1,030 1,060 1,090
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 30,509 29,503 31,175 21,840 22,500 23,170
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 16,787 15,392 17,497 15,240 25,200 26,200
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 800 1,100 0 720 2,740 2,770
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 233,759 258,946 191 206,000 0 0
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 639,026 787,944 358,718 614,440 504,120 531,470
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 00000450,000
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 00000450,000
Total Department: 26 ‐ FIRE PROTECTION 1,501,433 1,719,684 1,054,162 1,669,220 1,931,190 2,457,420
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 15 ‐ EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 33,623 35,865 71,798 36,200 37,300 39,100
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.507 654 30,097 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 5,929 6,338 10,382 5,800 6,000 6,300
4142 ‐ FICA 469 497 5,608 500 500 500
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 2,350 2,580 2,025 2,700 3,000 3,300
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 1,800 2,600 2,025 2,700 3,300 3,500
44,678 48,533 121,935 47,900 50,100 52,700
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 135 550 3,290 100 100 100
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 332 357 225 1,700 1,760 1,810
Total Category: COMMODITIES 467 907 3,514 1,800 1,860 1,910
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 800 800 800 1,030 1,100 1,100
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 0 0 2,507 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 2,719 2,719 4,039 4,120 3,500 3,500
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 3,524 3,944 2,456 3,600 3,710 3,820
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 408 0000
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 674 785 515 510 1,030 1,040
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 1,459 190 7,529 9,680 9,970 10,270
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 0 5,517 13,248 1,400 1,960 2,160
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 0 0 1,768 0 0 0
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 225 300 199 200 450 450
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 820 1,816 941 1,340 1,380 1,420
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 10,220 16,479 34,001 21,880 23,100 23,760
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 31,976 49,739 107,467 27,000 39,500 40,690
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 31,976 49,739 107,467 27,000 39,500 40,690
Total Department: 15 ‐ EMERGENCY PREPAREDNE 87,341 115,658 266,917 98,580 114,560 119,060
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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EMS/AMBULANCE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Department: Public Safety (Fund #: 660)
Program: EMS/Ambulance (Program #: 0600)
Program Description
To provide Emergency Medical Services, including emergency medical treatment and transport,
participate in public education and community awareness efforts to promote first aid skills, healthy
living, and accident reduction.
Budget Commentary
An ambulance was ordered in 2022 and it is ancipated that it will arrive in 2024. It has been included
in the 2024 budget for $305,000. The lease for cardiac monitors/AEDs/ventilators is included in the
budget.
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Fund: 660 ‐ EMS/AMBULANCE
Category: REVENUE
3310 ‐ FEDERAL GRANTS 58,919 00000
3349 ‐ COUNTY AID 54,064 6,750 0000
3534 ‐ SOWASHCO SERVICE 5,892,266 5,546,504 4,619,486 4,920,540 6,213,500 6,525,250
3550 ‐ NON‐DISCRETIONARY WRITE OFFS (2,581,566) (3,758,492) (2,759,705) (2,430,000) (3,231,020) (3,393,130)
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (1,392) (72)0000
3812 ‐ DONATE & CONTRI 0 500 500 0 0 0
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 1,116 00000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 78,969 70,142 6,804 0 0 0
3,502,375 1,865,331 1,867,084 2,490,540 2,982,480 3,132,120
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 1,523,489 1,790,345 1,246,385 1,761,800 1,810,725 1,915,400
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 147,402 93,778 59,250 94,800 99,260 100,480
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 241,791 260,588 289,344 363,520 532,540 551,050
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 0000305,000 0
4720 ‐ DEPRECIATION 79,339 91,071 0000
4730 ‐ MISCELLANEOUS 919,743 480,000 47,695 300,000 434,945 456,770
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 95,000 97,850 75,600 100,800 103,825 106,940
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 3,006,764 2,813,632 1,718,273 2,620,920 3,286,295 3,130,640
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 1,285,660 1,781,270 832,970 702,590 398,775
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)495,611 (948,301) 148,811 (130,380) (303,815) 1,480
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 1,781,270 832,970 702,590 398,775 400,255
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 660 ‐ EMS/Ambulance
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 24 ‐ EMS/AMBULANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 830,691 860,047 676,917 1,011,900 1,103,800 1,177,200
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.166,211 184,425 79,525 81,800 37,500 39,400
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 975 00000
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 252,465 239,431 186,826 270,000 214,500 225,000
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 13,021 12,946 5,639 0 0 0
4140 ‐ PENSIONS (110,975) 97,341 0000
4141 ‐ PERA 170,830 175,744 133,170 174,600 198,650 193,700
4142 ‐ FICA 35,801 33,832 25,483 38,400 39,000 41,500
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 112,770 109,578 85,050 113,400 132,750 148,500
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 51,700 77,000 53,775 71,700 84,525 90,100
1,523,489 1,790,345 1,246,385 1,761,800 1,810,725 1,915,400
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 191 0 100 0 0
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 107,803 56,734 30,405 54,380 56,010 57,690
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 22,203 30,713 21,805 26,000 28,500 27,600
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 11,067 5,641 7,040 14,320 14,750 15,190
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 6,328 500 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 147,402 93,778 59,250 94,800 99,260 100,480
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 13,537 17,568 18,865 27,920 28,760 29,620
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 2,632 630 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 87,644 83,735 78,956 52,420 149,990 151,610
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 3,808 4,632 1,561 5,240 6,000 6,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 15,918 15,586 11,148 16,380 16,870 17,380
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 380 37 0 0 0
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 41,060 45,000 81,300 108,400 100,100 105,100
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 28 0000
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 8,000 8,300 6,750 9,000 13,500 14,900
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 2,982 20,097 17,605 36,770 37,870 39,010
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 7,166 0 25,497 37,600 38,730 39,890
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 35,402 41,623 36,872 42,800 59,920 65,910
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 000053,000 53,000
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 3,051 2,902 1,796 5,150 5,300 5,460
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 23,224 18,106 8,325 21,840 22,500 23,170
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 241,791 260,588 289,344 363,520 532,540 551,050
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 0000305,000 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 0000305,000 0
Category: MISCELLANEOUS
4732 ‐ LOSS‐FIXED ASSET 55,064 00000
4738 ‐ BAD DEBTS 864,679 480,000 47,695 300,000 434,945 456,770
Total Category: MISCELLANEOUS 919,743 480,000 47,695 300,000 434,945 456,770
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 660 ‐ EMS/Ambulance
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 24 ‐ EMS/AMBULANCE
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 660 ‐ EMS/Ambulance
Detail of Expenditures
Category: DEPRECIATION
4721 ‐ DEPRECIATION‐PURCHASED 79,339 91,071 0000
Total Category: DEPRECIATION 79,339 91,071 0000
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 95,000 97,850 75,600 100,800 103,825 106,940
Total Category: TRANSFERS 95,000 97,850 75,600 100,800 103,825 106,940
Total Department: 24 ‐ EMS/AMBULANCE 2,927,426 2,722,561 1,718,273 2,620,920 3,286,295 3,130,640
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DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Public Works Department is responsible for operating and maintaining City infrastructure. The
department is made up of fifteen divisions, including Engineering, Streets, Signs, Snow Removal, Public
Works Administration, Forestry, Stormwater, Sewer, Water, Streetlights, Building Maintenance,
Sealcoating, Recycling, Equipment Replacement, and Fleet.
Mission Statement
To provide necessary services to residents, businesses, and visitors by delivering well-planned, cost-
effective support that promotes public health, personal safety, and economic vitality in a manner that
preserves the City’s infrastructure for future generations.
Service Areas
•Streets
•Signs
•Snow Removal
•Public Works
Administration
•Forestry
•Building Maintenance
•Recycling Program
•Equipment Replacement
•Stormwater
•Sewer
•Water
•Streetlights
•Engineering
•Fleet
•Sealcoating
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Continued to deliver quality drinking water to all customers.
•Kept up with the numerous construction projects, both residential, commercial and in the
industrial park.
•Completed design plans for the Low Zone Water Treatment Plant and the Low Zone Water
Tower.
•Completed construction of the Well #2 and Well #7 interim GAC treatment plants.
•Added trunk water main on Westside of Hwy 61 to assist with volume issues in the area.
•Re-organized plow routes to be more efficient.
•Repaired potholes before June 1.
•Paved over 2,500 tons of asphalt by end of August.
•Plowed 56 times, had 90.3 inches of snow, making the winter of 2022-2023 the 3rd highest
snowfall on record.
•Completed 1,244 work orders in fleet and building maintenance throughout 2022.
•Hired and trained a new mechanic in the fall of 2022.
•Hired a new Lead employee for the Building Maintenance Division.
•Completed an RFP for Janitorial Services for City buildings.
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2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
• Start construction of the Low Zone Water Treatment Plant/Utility Engineering Building.
• Continue to operate temporary water treatment plants to provide safe drinking water to our
customers.
• Continue implementing the 5-7 year sanitary sewer maintenance program, through in house
cleaning, contracted cleaning and root foaming.
• Add additional utility staff to handle operation of the interim GAC treatment plants.
• Continue to maintain and operate the street lighting and traffic signal systems.
• Complete the upgrade to the City’s SCADA system.
• Implement the 14th snowplow route.
• Clean all stormwater sumps out before Oct 1.
• Inspect and tuckpoint 20% of catch basins to prevent costly failures.
• Pave over 2,300 tons of asphalt by end of August and repair potholes before June 1.
• Revise and update the city boulevard tree trimming schedule to six years.
• Continue to evaluate inhouse installation of vehicle equipment compared to outsourcing.
• Utilize equipment manufacture’s training opportunities.
• Continue to develop a capital improvement plan for each City owned facility.
Budget Commentary
Streets – Continue the thin overlay program with 2,300 tons of asphalt paving planned for 2024.
Maintaining safe roads for the city.
Snow – Due to ongoing growth and the addition of streets, a 14th plow route will be added in 2023-
2024. Along with the additional plow route, the cost of salt has increased by 49.9% percent since
2020-2021 season. 2023-2024 state contract price will be $94.88 per ton which is an increase of 15.2%
from last year. Budget add was needed to cover difference in price increase.
Signs – Start first half of State Aid Traffic counts to be completed in 2024.
Forestry – Staff will continue to treat 600 boulevard trees per year for Emerald Ash Borer. Starting in
2024 Forestry will add account code 2200-4216 Fertilizer/Chemicals expense account for chemicals
used to treat EAB. Funds from 2200-4449 will be moved into 2200-4305 for stump grinding, tree
trimming/removal, and tree planting to simplify the accounting of contractual services.
Engineering – With the addition of a dedicated City Engineer position in 2023, there are no significant
changes to the engineering budget for 2024.
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Personnel Schedule 2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
General Fund:
Public Works Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 11.00 11.00 11.00
City Forester 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Secretary 1.00 1.00 1.00
City Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant City Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Project Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
Graduate Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00
GIS Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE) 10-560 hr & 2-1040 hr 3.69 3.69 3.69
Utility Funds:
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Working Foreman 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 2.00 2.00 2.00
Public Service Workers 10.00 10.00 10.00
Secretary 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE) 2-560 hr & 2-1040 hr 1.54 1.54 1.54
Fleet and Facilities Fund:
Fleet & Facilities Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Working Foreman-Fleet 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker-Fleet and Facilities 2.00 2.00 2.00
Mechanic 2.00 2.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Admin Tech-Fleet 1.00 1.00 1.00
49.23 49.23 49.23
Impact/Outcome Measures
Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Streets
Right-of Way Permits 119 127 143 186 195
Street PASER Rating n/a n/a 7.1 7.1 7.2
Miles-Sidewalks/Trails 88.79 89.00 91.24 97.00 103.00
Number of cul-de-sacs 358 364 395 410 430
Miles-Plowed Roads 174.62 176.0 181.46 184.0 186.0
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Miles-Painted Roads 10.75 10.75 11.15 12.26 13.5
Miles- Curb &Gutter 263.65 274.45 281.89 287.89 293.89
Road Salt/tons 2,817 2,817 3,450 3,300 3,300
Tons of Treated Salt 608 680 600 600 600
Tons of Sand 220 0 180 0 0
Average Salt per Call- Out/tons 73 92 72 72 74
Miles of Storm Sewer 116.96 122.53 128.06 133.00 135.00
Streets Work Orders 485 489 526 807 847
Forestry
Tree Related Work Orders 454 612 480 681 715
Utilities
Miles of Sanitary Sewer 146.87 153.29 157.69 160.00 162.00
Miles of Watermains 175.4 182.34 191.84 195.00 27.00
Utilities Work Orders 1,421 1,052 1,247 1,070 1,124
New Construction 493 452 590 316 332
OPUS Service Orders 1,654 1,840 1,874 1,279 1,342
CBI/PF/SF Inspections 921 1,175 1,498 1,051 1,103
Number of Streetlights 2,968 3,071 3,153 3,228 3,300
Streetlight Work Orders 377 496 502 522 548
Fleet & Facilities Maintenance
Fleet Work Orders 984 1,041 1,102 1,200 1,250
Direct Hours Charged to Fleet 4,961 4,476 4,669 6,000 6,000
Facility Maintenance Service Requests 274 261 480 485 500
Facility Maintenance Hours Charged 1,665 3,617 4,795 4,300 4,200
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 14 ‐ ENGINEERING
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 236,969 250,808 241,007 394,400 418,600 439,500
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 6,510 0 0 8,400 8,400 8,800
4141 ‐ PERA 17,509 18,476 17,895 29,600 31,400 33,000
4142 ‐ FICA 17,616 18,194 16,938 30,800 32,600 34,200
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 29,400 30,800 29,550 39,400 43,800 48,200
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 1,610 1,800 1,800 2,400 2,900 2,900
309,614 320,078 307,190 505,000 537,700 566,600
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 130 56 31 0 0 0
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 2,067 2,542 1,302 2,600 2,800 2,900
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 51 0 193 0 250 250
Total Category: COMMODITIES 2,247 2,598 1,525 2,600 3,050 3,150
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 247 0 50 0 0 0
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 67,103 129,113 60,535 38,000 39,070 40,250
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 0 0 62 0 0 0
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 1,485 1,553 1,445 2,210 2,280 2,350
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 14,765 18,000 20,850 27,800 32,700 34,300
4340 ‐ PRINTING 26 0 55 0 0 0
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 2,742 1,787 1,887 3,800 5,320 5,850
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 0 897 931 2,200 2,270 2,340
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 3,570 2,534 3,119 6,000 6,180 6,370
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 58 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 89,937 153,942 88,934 80,010 87,820 91,460
Total Department: 14 ‐ ENGINEERING 401,798 476,618 397,649 587,610 628,570 661,210
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 31 ‐ STREETS MAINTENANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 681,974 663,401 508,626 700,200 763,900 825,900
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.25,643 24,008 28,868 31,400 31,400 33,000
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 65,809 77,845 69,576 78,000 85,700 90,000
4141 ‐ PERA 52,741 51,324 39,923 54,950 59,700 62,700
4142 ‐ FICA 53,299 52,744 42,262 61,900 67,500 71,100
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 72,000 75,330 89,850 119,800 136,200 149,900
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 9,902 0000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 55,500 65,000 44,400 59,200 74,800 78,600
1,006,966 1,019,555 823,505 1,105,450 1,219,200 1,311,200
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 8,066 10,952 6,969 10,900 11,300 11,600
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 47,399 73,365 56,141 61,400 66,100 68,000
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 219 0 441 200 200 200
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 8,969 7,313 5,250 9,500 9,800 10,100
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 11,768 8,446 3,160 9,100 9,400 9,600
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 1,650 2,766 0 2,700 2,800 2,900
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 0 153 151 0 0 0
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 179,061 164,400 178,359 203,700 206,600 214,100
Total Category: COMMODITIES 257,132 267,395 250,470 297,500 306,200 316,500
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 1,287 4,798 1,307 4,200 4,300 4,500
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 5,136 7,305 612 8,900 9,200 9,400
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 5,089 23,076 1,406 23,600 24,300 25,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 9,330 9,537 6,702 9,100 9,600 9,700
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 0 0 400 400 400
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 12,000 12,460 10,200 13,600 20,400 22,400
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 79 00000
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 3,357 1,741 4,044 8,400 9,600 8,900
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 240,736 217,903 336,465 280,700 392,980 432,280
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 13,609 22,397 14,832 26,600 27,400 28,200
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 48 172 833 800 800 800
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 6,493 7,936 8,702 17,795 20,100 20,700
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 29,777 22,855 25,381 3,100 3,200 3,300
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 616 0 600 600 600
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 326,941 330,796 410,485 397,795 522,880 566,180
Total Department: 31 ‐ STREETS MAINTENANCE 1,591,039 1,617,746 1,484,460 1,800,745 2,048,280 2,193,880
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 32 ‐ TRAFFIC SIGNS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 58,743 66,455 45,519 81,500 86,900 91,300
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.682 1,056 2,457 1,400 1,400 1,500
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 8,475 18,514 14,284 16,800 17,900 18,800
4141 ‐ PERA 4,457 4,453 3,592 6,200 6,500 6,800
4142 ‐ FICA 4,247 5,355 4,451 7,600 8,200 8,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 16,970 17,850 9,750 13,000 14,400 15,800
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 8,700 9,000 5,400 7,200 8,900 9,300
102,274 122,683 85,453 133,700 144,200 152,100
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 21,675 29,153 15,639 29,200 30,100 30,100
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 2,314 2,572 1,729 3,400 3,400 3,500
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 316 458 252 620 640 650
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 641 240 116 1,200 1,300 1,900
Total Category: COMMODITIES 24,946 32,423 17,736 34,420 35,440 36,150
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 34 516 0000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 966 44,059 53,045 59,400 61,000 63,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 540 180 24 540 540 570
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 825 1,100 1,700 1,900
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 63,380 00000
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 6,859 10,892 22,953 10,900 15,260 16,790
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 336 736 573 1,650 1,700 1,800
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 58 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 73,115 57,481 77,419 73,590 80,200 84,060
Total Department: 32 ‐ TRAFFIC SIGNS 200,334 212,586 180,608 241,710 259,840 272,310
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 34 ‐ SNOWPLOWING
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 62,757 104,172 118,376 144,700 144,720 153,860
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.75,125 101,461 70,861 89,300 91,980 94,740
4141 ‐ PERA 10,331 15,402 14,167 17,600 17,800 18,700
4142 ‐ FICA 9,522 14,199 13,073 17,800 18,000 19,000
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 18,380 18,500 0000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 17,600 23,000 10,350 13,800 16,000 16,800
193,715 276,734 226,826 283,200 288,500 303,100
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 210,002 307,985 253,855 264,400 304,280 306,500
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 41,572 53,248 56,386 62,900 64,900 66,700
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 4,266 00000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 255,840 361,233 310,241 327,300 369,180 373,200
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 0 0 0 600 600 600
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 7,650 7,940 6,525 8,700 13,100 14,400
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 177,307 246,708 205,425 244,300 342,020 376,220
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 0 0 0 2,600 2,700 2,700
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 2,000 34 1,800 2,800 2,900 3,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 186,957 254,682 213,750 259,000 361,320 396,920
Total Department: 34 ‐ SNOWPLOWING 636,513 892,650 750,818 869,500 1,019,000 1,073,220
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 35 ‐ PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 153,742 178,729 139,692 186,700 212,520 206,200
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.6,405 9,014 7,726 6,100 10,000 10,500
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 0 5,509 2,616 4,900 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 11,779 13,858 10,843 14,500 16,800 16,400
4142 ‐ FICA 10,750 13,086 10,276 15,200 17,440 17,000
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 32,550 34,180 15,450 20,600 25,200 25,000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 1,100 1,470 825 1,100 1,400 1,400
216,326 255,845 187,428 249,100 283,360 276,500
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,960 4,114 2,926 4,500 4,600 4,700
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 7,115 4,712 6,799 7,000 7,200 7,300
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 0 0 155 150 150 160
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 0 41 562 0 0 0
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 1,801 1,944 4,298 4,600 4,600 4,900
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 0 611 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 11,876 11,421 14,740 16,250 16,550 17,060
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 340 180 110 210 210 220
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 0 0 0 1,030 1,060 1,100
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 15,947 20,903 13,345 18,200 15,000 15,500
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 1,253 1,298 1,170 1,000 1,030 1,060
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 552 740 17 1,130 1,000 1,200
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 49,901 20,000 28,575 38,100 39,800 41,800
4340 ‐ PRINTING 52 80 55 210 210 220
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 12 0 0 110 110 120
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 7,650 7,940 6,525 8,700 13,100 14,400
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 48,196 64,761 51,780 46,300 22,000 22,335
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 534 0 602 5,150 5,300 5,400
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 33,302 60,606 73,674 59,700 61,500 62,500
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 0 0 0 4,900 6,860 7,550
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 12,612 11,111 6,623 6,200 6,300 6,600
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 578 269 378 720 740 760
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 186 407 1,999 3,700 3,800 3,900
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 16,817 13,460 15,505 16,400 7,600 7,900
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 187,931 201,754 200,358 211,760 185,620 192,565
Total Department: 35 ‐ PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN 416,132 469,020 402,527 477,110 485,530 486,125
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 36 ‐ FORESTRY
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 51,694 62,962 49,594 85,300 91,900 96,600
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.841 22 335 3,000 3,000 3,200
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 15,178 16,955 18,320 15,700 15,700 16,500
4141 ‐ PERA 3,816 4,717 3,745 7,800 8,200 8,600
4142 ‐ FICA 4,539 5,642 4,887 7,900 8,500 8,900
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 9,310 9,750 9,750 13,000 14,400 15,800
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 4,400 5,600 4,650 6,200 7,700 8,100
89,777 105,647 91,282 138,900 149,400 157,700
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 7,115 31,043 25,281 10,300 30,600 30,900
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 1,548 1,104 2,654 1,800 1,860 1,910
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 000030,000 50,000
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 1,495 560 438 620 640 660
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 1,379 1,546 0 1,750 1,800 1,900
Total Category: COMMODITIES 11,537 34,253 28,374 14,470 64,900 85,370
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 278 125 137 200 200 210
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 141,311 70,825 101,122 104,000 182,600 169,500
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 893 938 600 1,000 1,000 1,100
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 825 1,100 1,700 1,900
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 4,599 8,636 28,710 8,100 11,340 12,470
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 0 0 0 2,700 2,800 2,900
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 204 0 0 400 400 400
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 975 698 710 1,800 2,000 2,000
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 127,097 119,282 0 122,000 0 0
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 276,357 201,543 132,104 241,300 202,040 190,480
Total Department: 36 ‐ FORESTRY 377,671 341,444 251,760 394,670 416,340 433,550
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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RECYCLING
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 215)
Program: Recycling (Program #: 1900)
Program Description
This function seeks to create an environmentally focused and sustainable organization that maintains
an active presence in the community to educate about alternatives for disposing of household items
that could be recycled, reduced, or reused. The program expenditures are fully funded through an
annual grant from Washington County.
Budget Commentary
The 2024 recycling budget is based on the anticapted annual recycling grant from Washington County.
Through these grant funds, the City will continue to promote recycling throughout the community
through educational and incentive programs. The City foods scraps program will continue to be
operated as the County fully implements food scraps recycling through residential waste service.
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2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 215 ‐ RECYCLING
Category: REVENUE
3349 ‐ COUNTY AID 55,734 56,210 56,734 56,040 57,000 57,000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (223) (2,244) 2,651 1,000 500 500
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 0 21,000 0000
55,511 74,966 59,385 57,040 57,500 57,500
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 22,538 34,439 26,905 36,500 43,600 46,100
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 10,501 2,629 1,559 5,740 5,000 6,100
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 23,093 16,196 19,269 14,800 14,120 15,670
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 56,132 53,264 47,734 57,040 62,720 67,870
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 73,845 73,224 94,926 94,926 89,706
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(621) 21,702 11,651 0 (5,220) (10,370)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 73,224 94,926 94,926 89,706 79,336
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 215 ‐ Recycling
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
91
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Department: 54 ‐ RECYCLING
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 19,483 29,782 23,282 31,500 34,000 35,700
4141 ‐ PERA 1,415 2,234 1,745 2,400 2,600 2,800
4142 ‐ FICA 1,441 2,214 1,728 2,400 2,600 2,800
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 00004,200 4,600
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 200 210 150 200 200 200
22,538 34,439 26,905 36,500 43,600 46,100
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 10,501 2,629 1,559 5,740 5,000 6,100
Total Category: COMMODITIES 10,501 2,629 1,559 5,740 5,000 6,100
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 1,088 0000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 5,057 48 0 3,000 2,600 3,180
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 3,925 0 0 2,000 1,640 2,120
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 0 3,300 0 0 0
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 1,700 1,551 0 1,000 1,030 1,060
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 7,000 7,000 11,060 7,000 7,000 7,400
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 4,061 6,508 4,909 0 0 0
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 1,349 0 0 1,800 1,850 1,910
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 23,093 16,196 19,269 14,800 14,120 15,670
Total Department: 54 ‐ RECYCLING 56,132 53,264 47,734 57,040 62,720 67,870
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 215 ‐ Recycling
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
92
STORMWATER
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 230)
Program: Stormwater (Program #: 3200)
Program Description
The Stormwater Utility manages the planning, maintenance, and infrastructure of the storm/surface
water system. Maintenance activities preserve existing infrastructure including but not limited to
ponds, drainage ditches, pipes, and outlets. Expenditures are also made for infrastructure
requirements of the existing system including the replacement of existing pipe and expansion of
existing ponds. Revenues are generated from charges to properties based on their
portion/contribution to the storm/surface water run-off. These fees are determined by an evaluation
of the operational costs of supporting the stormwater system, planned infrastructure repair and
reconstruction, and response to catastrophic storm handling events.
Budget Commentary
The stormwater budget includes funds used in general maintenance of the storm sewer system. Public
Works inspects numerous structures, outfall, ponds each year and performs routine maintenance as
required. In 2024, a catch basin lining program will begin to prolong longevity and prevent future
failures and costly rebuilds. Cost is $24,000 per year and is within current budget limits.
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Fund: 230 ‐ STORM WATER
Category: REVENUE
3349 ‐ COUNTY AID 0 27,130 0000
3359 ‐ OTHER GOV AID 204,395 159,714 165,084 0 0 0
3615 ‐ SETTLEMENTS 0 0 17,414 0 0 0
3727 ‐ PENALTIES‐UTIL 5,857 6,019 5,293 4,000 5,000 5,000
3735 ‐ STORMWATER UTILITY 1,014,656 1,077,670 773,304 1,142,550 1,193,360 1,246,120
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (12,076) (98,612) 51,214 10,000 10,000 10,000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 95,000 00000
1,307,832 1,171,921 1,012,309 1,156,550 1,208,360 1,261,120
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 305,688 400,896 334,271 462,200 518,960 525,000
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 17,108 26,063 14,972 20,090 25,425 26,350
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 432,395 393,997 233,806 384,980 429,530 443,110
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 33,181 244,426 0 55,000 0 0
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 221,475 394,046 33,822 153,100 46,450 47,850
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 1,009,848 1,459,428 616,871 1,075,370 1,020,365 1,042,310
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 2,049,769 2,347,753 2,060,247 2,141,427 2,329,422
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)297,985 (287,507) 395,438 81,180 187,995 218,810
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 2,347,753 2,060,247 2,141,427 2,329,422 2,548,232
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 230 ‐ Storm Water
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
94
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Department: 60 ‐ SW MAINTENANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 219,256 303,344 223,870 322,500 360,400 361,400
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.10,417 6,928 14,367 9,000 9,000 9,500
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 5,174 0 14,128 16,800 17,920 18,800
4141 ‐ PERA 17,131 22,255 17,776 25,000 27,800 28,000
4142 ‐ FICA 16,109 21,779 17,630 26,900 29,640 29,900
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 19,600 26,590 28,800 38,400 45,000 46,800
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 18,000 20,000 17,700 23,600 29,200 30,600
305,688 400,896 334,271 462,200 518,960 525,000
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 5,949 9,592 5,697 5,300 10,000 10,300
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 3,291 4,031 2,962 3,900 4,200 4,400
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 0 1,015 449 1,870 1,925 1,950
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 1,422 181 656 620 700 800
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 6,446 2,884 5,207 8,400 8,600 8,900
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 0 8,361 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 17,108 26,063 14,972 20,090 25,425 26,350
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 5,303 2,936 33,509 6,800 7,000 7,200
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 65,363 108,718 17,669 54,590 56,200 58,000
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 1,058 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 33,044 19,421 6,518 20,200 20,800 21,400
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 124 728 719 540 600 600
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 8,948 00000
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 287 214 0 200 300 300
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 27,963 149,737 69,482 210,700 209,000 214,300
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 20,646 00000
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 8,849 12,302 25,121 10,200 14,280 15,710
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 0 0 1,834 1,100 5,000 5,000
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 1,374 991 2,572 4,750 5,400 5,400
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 187,482 39 0 1,100 1,100 1,200
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 359,382 295,085 158,482 310,180 319,680 329,110
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 33,181 0 0 55,000 0 0
4550 ‐ PROJECT‐CONTRACT 0 244,426 0000
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 33,181 244,426 0 55,000 0 0
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 221,475 394,046 33,822 153,100 46,450 47,850
Total Category: TRANSFERS 221,475 394,046 33,822 153,100 46,450 47,850
Total Department: 60 ‐ SW MAINTENANCE 936,834 1,360,516 541,547 1,000,570 910,515 928,310
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 230 ‐ Storm Water
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
95
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 61 SW ADMINISTRATION
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 872 921 694 800 1,000 1,100
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 3,764 3,534 2,380 3,600 3,600 3,700
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 25,483 29,205 24,937 15,000 30,000 31,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 5,502 5,815 4,007 6,000 6,250 6,500
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 33,653 56,003 41,224 44,700 64,300 66,900
4340 ‐ PRINTING 3,739 3,433 2,082 4,700 4,700 4,800
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 73,013 98,912 75,324 74,800 109,850 114,000
Total Department: 61 SW ADMINISTRATION 73,013 98,912 75,324 74,800 109,850 114,000
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 230 ‐ Storm Water
Detail of Expenditures
96
ROADWAY MAINTENANCE
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 235)
Program: Roadway Maintenance (Program #: 1217)
Program Description
This program accounts for the activities related to mill & overlaying and crack sealing City streets,
replacement and seal coating of trails, as well as replacing damaged concrete curb & gutter and
sidewalk. These funds partially support the City’s ongoing ADA transition plan. Funding for these
activities comes from franchise fees charged to property owners on their electric and natural gas utility
bills. Expenditures from this program include the commodities, professional services, and contractual
services related to the maintenance program only. Wages for City staff time are not included.
Budget Commentary
This budget was increased for 2024 based on the approval of new Franchise Fee Agreements with Xcel
Energy and CenterPoint Energy. These additional funds will be used to expand the City’s mill & overlay
program and begin an active trail replacement program. All other programs previously included in this
fund will continue as well. Phase 3 of the mill & overlay project in the Thompson Grove neighborhood
will be completed in 2024, along with the mill & overlay of East Point Douglas Road from Carlson Auto
to Menards.
97
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Fund: 235 ‐ ROADWAY MAINTENANCE
Category: REVENUE
3017 ‐ AGGREGATE TAX 23,467 33,044 13,311 22,000 22,000 22,000
3020 ‐ FRANCHISE FEES 615,326 642,584 325,735 633,500 1,905,000 1,994,400
3549 ‐ MISC PUBLIC WORK 30,766 27,829 0000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (5,207) (31,816) 4,704 10,000 10,000 10,000
3962 ‐ DEPOSIT 104,157 26,081 31,624 0 0 0
768,510 697,723 375,373 665,500 1,937,000 2,026,400
Category: EXPENDITURES
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 31,134 34,585 45,675 36,800 0 0
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 256,642 269,770 199,459 234,320 390,640 409,500
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 551,756 1,159,043 302,259 373,600 1,404,000 1,474,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 839,533 1,463,398 547,392 644,720 1,794,640 1,883,500
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 1,067,417 996,394 230,719 251,499 393,859
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(71,023) (765,674) (172,020) 20,780 142,360 142,900
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 996,394 230,719 251,499 393,859 536,759
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 235 ‐ Roadway Maintenance
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
98
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 00 ‐ ROADWAY MAINTENANCE
Category: COMMODITIES
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 31,134 34,585 45,675 36,800 0 0
Total Category: COMMODITIES 31,134 34,585 45,675 36,800 0 0
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 106,918 127,725 48,462 0 150,000 157,500
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 3,662 0 0 0
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 0 20 0 0 0
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 162 436 461 620 640 0
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 149,352 141,608 146,854 233,700 240,000 252,000
4374 ‐ SEALCOATING 210 00000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 256,642 269,770 199,459 234,320 390,640 409,500
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4540 ‐ OTHER CAP OUTLAY 0000480,000 504,000
4550 ‐ PROJECT‐CONTRACT 551,756 1,159,043 302,259 373,600 924,000 970,000
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 551,756 1,159,043 302,259 373,600 1,404,000 1,474,000
Total Department: 00 ‐ ROADWAY MAINTENANCE 839,533 1,463,398 547,392 644,720 1,794,640 1,883,500
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 235 ‐ Roadway Maintenance
Detail of Expenditures
99
WATER
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 610)
Program: Water (Program #: 3000)
Program Description
The Water Division provides a safe potable supply of drinking water for our customers and ensures the
water distribution system and related facilities are managed and maintained in the most efficient and
cost-effective way. This includes the general maintenance/repair of the City's water distribution system
and all related equipment including 12 municipal wells, 8 pump houses, 6 water storage facilities with a
storage capacity of 7.15 million gallons, 1 booster station control center with a pumping capacity of
12,000 GPM and 5 granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment plants. All operational and maintenance
costs associated with the treatment of PFAS are reimbursed to the City by the MPCA.
Budget Commentary
Water utility funds will be used to complete a full upgrade to the existing SCADA system in 2024. A
new Utility & Engineering Division building is included in the Capital Improvement Plan in 2024, which
will be funded in part through the water utility fund. Finally, a new service body truck will be replaced
(#1509) that has reached its 12-year service life.
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 610 ‐ WATER OPERATIONS
Category: REVENUE
3324 ‐ STATE GRANTS 11,162 00000
3339 ‐ OTHER MN AID 0 10,239 28,870 0 0 0
3359 ‐ OTHER GOV AID 23,549 24,299 0000
3519 ‐ OTHER CHARGE SVS 40,675 40,975 21,400 30,000 30,000 30,000
3549 ‐ MISC PUBLIC WORK 846 338 5,733 0 0 0
3720 ‐ WATER SALES 3,300,038 3,364,771 2,797,402 3,296,830 3,474,910 3,676,660
3723 ‐ WATER METER SALE 222,210 157,003 110,876 100,000 100,000 100,000
3727 ‐ PENALTIES‐UTIL 41,496 41,728 18,385 30,000 30,000 30,000
3739 ‐ MISC UTIL 42,084 16,508 35,621 2,000 2,000 2,000
3809 ‐ INTERFUND INTRST 138 00000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (46,384) (346,706) 219,615 50,000 50,000 50,000
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 715 00000
3814 ‐ RENTAL INCOME 0 2,710 1,350 0 0 0
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 120 445 760 2,000 2,000 2,000
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 978 0 0 0 2,000 2,000
3900 ‐ CAPITAL CONTRIBUTIONS 10,828,078 9,024,667 0000
14,465,704 12,336,977 3,240,013 3,510,830 3,690,910 3,892,660
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 721,502 932,941 768,992 1,035,500 1,139,200 1,180,100
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 238,787 164,464 123,123 243,710 249,720 256,755
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,044,809 1,338,786 1,237,230 1,108,410 1,660,365 1,701,095
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 0 1,188 110,000 150,000 0
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 245,601 467,138 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 2,250,698 2,903,330 2,278,883 2,695,420 3,403,025 3,347,800
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 48,493,167 60,708,173 70,141,821 70,957,231 71,245,116
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)12,215,006 9,433,647 961,130 815,410 287,885 544,860
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 60,708,173 70,141,821 70,957,231 71,245,116 71,789,976
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 610 ‐ Water Operations
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
101
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Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 70 ‐ WATER DISTRIBUTION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 447,918 526,529 463,350 590,500 619,020 633,000
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.64,406 76,742 63,759 70,000 72,100 75,700
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 25,126 21,349 17,866 30,600 32,640 34,200
4140 ‐ PENSIONS (52,119) 62,808 0000
4141 ‐ PERA 37,945 44,405 39,182 51,800 54,300 55,800
4142 ‐ FICA 36,558 42,439 37,562 53,000 55,340 57,100
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 56,443 55,504 64,725 86,300 98,300 105,500
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 403 0000
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 19,500 24,000 15,525 20,700 24,400 25,700
635,776 854,180 701,969 902,900 956,100 987,000
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 0 140 0 0 0
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 119,260 70,167 48,272 119,900 123,500 127,200
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 18,510 27,559 20,302 23,500 25,200 26,200
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 225 0 441 0 0 0
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 31,066 24,364 25,271 21,650 22,300 22,900
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 4,490 4,007 4,013 4,040 4,160 4,290
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 460 1,497 200 2,000 2,060 2,120
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 0 153 151 0 0 0
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 62,093 36,663 19,048 50,000 51,500 53,045
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 124 0 0 15,000 12,000 12,000
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 2,472 0 5,285 7,620 9,000 9,000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 238,699 164,410 123,123 243,710 249,720 256,755
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 35,915 58,679 229,810 36,600 37,700 38,800
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 39,843 48,114 116,151 67,980 70,000 72,100
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 496 0 1,750 1,800 1,810
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 100,148 71,100 12,537 48,700 50,160 51,665
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 11,352 11,680 7,999 9,860 10,155 10,460
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 2,250 0 7,764 0 0 0
4340 ‐ PRINTING 1,485 0 0 310 320 330
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 0 603 0 515 530 540
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 10,000 10,380 8,475 11,300 17,000 18,700
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 369,655 427,263 355,942 267,160 443,260 456,410
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 4,672 735 0 4,740 4,880 5,030
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 76,317 189,880 69,274 169,300 174,400 179,600
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 33,172 42,303 36,334 52,500 54,100 55,700
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 29,342 42,129 50,613 38,700 54,180 59,600
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 7,590 7,590 12,658 8,000 8,240 8,500
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 2,427 2,615 2,680 2,700 2,780 2,800
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 6,809 9,561 9,550 16,300 18,840 17,200
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 3,192 2,067 2,548 1,240 8,770 8,800
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 0000305,200 305,170
4438 ‐ PRO/MISC RESALE 0 111,283 120,993 0 0 0
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 65,728 34,530 43,140 103,000 106,090 109,280
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 610 ‐ Water Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
102
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 70 ‐ WATER DISTRIBUTION
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 610 ‐ Water Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 799,896 1,071,008 1,086,467 840,655 1,368,405 1,402,495
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 0 0 0 110,000 150,000 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 0 0 110,000 150,000 0
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 245,601 467,138 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Category: TRANSFERS 245,601 467,138 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Department: 70 ‐ WATER DISTRIBUTION 1,919,972 2,556,735 2,059,909 2,295,065 2,927,965 2,856,100
103
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 71 ‐ WATER ADMINISTRATION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 63,045 51,472 46,286 100,500 137,500 144,300
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 0 4,600 1,037 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 4,729 4,235 3,550 7,500 10,400 10,800
4142 ‐ FICA 4,392 4,125 3,550 7,800 10,400 10,800
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 13,160 13,830 12,150 16,200 24,000 26,400
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 400 500 450 600 800 800
85,726 78,762 67,023 132,600 183,100 193,100
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 88 54 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 88 54 0000
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 872 921 694 1,545 1,600 2,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 16,776 15,853 11,245 19,670 20,260 20,900
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 25,483 29,205 24,937 15,000 30,000 30,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 21,481 23,267 16,028 23,000 24,000 24,000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 165,327 184,817 89,519 190,000 197,100 202,700
4340 ‐ PRINTING 14,974 13,715 8,340 18,540 19,000 19,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 244,913 267,778 150,763 267,755 291,960 298,600
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4554 ‐ PROJECT‐ROW/EASE 0 0 1,188 0 0 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 0 1,188 0 0 0
Total Department: 71 ‐ WATER ADMINISTRATION 330,726 346,594 218,974 400,355 475,060 491,700
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 610 ‐ Water Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
104
SEWER
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 620)
Program: Sewer Maintenance (Program #: 3100)
Program Description
The Sewer Division ensures a trouble-free, well maintained wastewater collection system for our
customers. This includes cutting tree roots and maintaining invasive growth, jetting and vacuuming for
grease and debris buildup, televising sewer lines to identify problems, monitoring sewer line flows to
identify possible inflow and infiltration, maintaining and repairing all related sanitary sewer mains &
structures, maintaining lift station facilities, and manhole rehabilitation.
Budget Commentary
The City will continue to root foam sewer lines in 2024 to prevent tree root growth that can cause
back-ups internally and externally. The cost to maintain operations of a new temporary lift station and
increased wastewater charges from MCES impact the 2024 sewer budget. Additionally, in 2025
purchase of a new vac truck is included in the budget. Staff is working on a grant with the South
Washington Watershed District to assist in funding this, each contributing approximately $350,000.
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Fund: 620 ‐ SEWER OPERATIONS
Category: REVENUE
3030 ‐ S.A. ‐ CURRENT 0 0 124,189 0 0 0
3031 ‐ S.A. ‐ DELINQ 0 0 8,286 0 0 0
3044 ‐ MISC PEN & INT 3,207 3,038 1,503 2,500 2,500 2,500
3724 ‐ SEWER SERVICE 3,296,088 3,522,807 2,396,093 3,753,550 4,133,700 4,511,100
3727 ‐ PENALTIES‐UTIL 37,671 41,252 18,176 30,000 30,000 30,000
3739 ‐ MISC UTIL 16,028 96,757 (4,746) 1,000 1,000 1,000
3809 ‐ INTERFUND INTRST 27,413 25,450 0 26,000 26,000 26,000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (17,401) (140,961) 78,437 30,000 30,000 30,000
3900 ‐ CAPITAL CONTRIBUTIONS 2,539,951 9,881,103 0000
5,902,957 13,429,447 2,621,938 3,843,050 4,223,200 4,600,600
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 315,894 307,817 199,606 357,700 440,160 442,400
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 8,964 21,920 7,344 16,585 17,020 17,420
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 2,539,211 3,001,620 2,588,834 3,210,870 3,385,850 3,517,005
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 0 1,852 0 0 350,000
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 243,412 418,313 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 3,107,481 3,749,669 2,945,985 3,782,955 4,046,770 4,536,675
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 32,477,889 35,273,365 44,953,142 45,013,237 45,189,667
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)2,795,476 9,679,777 (324,047) 60,095 176,430 63,925
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 35,273,365 44,953,142 45,013,237 45,189,667 45,253,592
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 620 ‐ Sewer Operations
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
106
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 80 ‐ SEWER DISTRIBUTION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 162,809 172,155 96,129 167,300 189,920 182,400
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.2,518 17,516 2,255 3,500 3,500 3,700
4140 ‐ PENSIONS 21,341 (4,896)0000
4141 ‐ PERA 12,279 13,976 7,350 12,900 14,600 14,200
4142 ‐ FICA 11,328 13,130 6,895 13,200 14,940 14,500
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 13,770 10,577 17,775 23,700 28,600 28,700
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 5,500 6,600 3,375 4,500 5,500 5,800
229,546 229,057 133,778 225,100 257,060 249,300
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 2,015 9,037 2,538 3,710 3,820 3,900
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 4,491 6,303 4,071 4,500 5,100 5,300
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 0 1,137 625 3,400 3,500 3,600
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 0 165 110 1,245 1,300 1,320
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 0 349 0 730 800 800
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 2,370 4,874 0 3,000 2,500 2,500
Total Category: COMMODITIES 8,876 21,866 7,344 16,585 17,020 17,420
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 20,770 12,212 11,228 11,700 12,050 12,400
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 38,303 15,905 5,388 26,780 27,590 28,400
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 0 988 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 726 525 100 105 110 110
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 624 667 515 640 660 680
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 15,000 15,570 12,750 17,000 25,500 28,100
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 2,386 2,703 2,390 2,400 23,980 25,550
4363 ‐ MWCC SERVICE 1,995,516 2,403,451 2,206,347 2,650,000 2,752,570 2,862,675
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 2,554 00000
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 176,220 231,724 142,321 197,000 202,900 208,900
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 21,918 22,452 22,389 28,400 29,250 30,100
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 10,187 30,670 13,998 11,100 15,540 17,090
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 1,260 422 673 1,600 2,000 2,500
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 58 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 2,285,464 2,736,357 2,419,087 2,946,725 3,092,150 3,216,505
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 00000350,000
4550 ‐ PROJECT‐CONTRACT 0 0 240 0 0 0
4554 ‐ PROJECT‐ROW/EASE 0 0 1,187 0 0 0
4559 ‐ PROJECT‐OTHER 0 0 425 0 0 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 0 0 1,852 0 0 350,000
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 243,412 418,313 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Category: TRANSFERS 243,412 418,313 148,350 197,800 203,740 209,850
Total Department: 80 ‐ SEWER DISTRIBUTION 2,767,298 3,405,592 2,710,410 3,386,210 3,569,970 4,043,075
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 620 ‐ Sewer Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 81 ‐ SEWER ADMINISTRATION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 63,045 51,472 46,286 100,500 137,500 144,300
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 0 4,600 0000
4141 ‐ PERA 4,728 4,234 3,471 7,500 10,400 10,800
4142 ‐ FICA 4,391 4,124 3,470 7,800 10,400 10,800
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 13,785 13,830 12,150 16,200 24,000 26,400
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 400 500 450 600 800 800
86,348 78,760 65,828 132,600 183,100 193,100
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 88 54 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 88 54 0000
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 872 921 694 1,545 1,000 1,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 15,060 14,137 9,529 16,600 17,000 17,000
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 25,483 29,205 24,937 15,000 30,000 30,000
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 21,481 23,267 16,028 23,000 24,000 24,000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 175,877 184,017 110,219 190,000 202,700 209,500
4340 ‐ PRINTING 14,974 13,715 8,340 18,000 19,000 19,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 253,747 265,263 169,747 264,145 293,700 300,500
Total Department: 81 ‐ SEWER ADMINISTRATION 340,183 344,077 235,575 396,745 476,800 493,600
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 620 ‐ Sewer Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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STREETLIGHTS
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 630)
Program: Streetlights (Program #: 1400)
Program Description
The Streetlights Division maintains all city-owned streetlights, provides underground location services
as required, supervises streetlight installation including maintenance and operation, repairs traffic
signals, and performs monthly inspections of all traffic signals and crossing signals. This includes repair
of inoperable streetlights resulting from accidents, vandalism, equipment failure and normal aging,
locating streetlight wires for utility companies as required, repairing wires damaged by construction or
natural causes, and providing regular inspection and maintenance of traffic signals.
Budget Commentary
The current supply of the High-Pressure Sodium (HPS) light bulbs is extremely low and difficult to
order, as this style of light has been phased out of the industry. While all new lights are LED, the City
has a large inventory of HPS lights. The cost to convert an existing light to LED upon failure of the HPS
bulb is very expensive and is resulting in growing maintenance costs each year. The city will need to
consider all options for conversion of HPS lights to LED in the most cost-effective manner.
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Fund: 630 ‐ STREETLIGHT OPERATIONS
Category: REVENUE
3549 ‐ MISC PUBLIC WORK 297,097 116,144 69,567 175,000 167,000 172,000
3727 ‐ PENALTIES‐UTIL 4,866 5,252 4,341 3,000 3,000 3,000
3729 ‐ STREET LIGHT 604,159 866,338 641,161 942,500 1,038,850 1,144,650
3730 ‐ ST LIGHT MAINTENANCE FEE 138,949 12 0000
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (3,293) (22,309) 9,684 10,000 0 0
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 10,006 23,437 6,624 0 0 0
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 60,434 27,027 9,441 20,000 20,000 20,000
3900 ‐ CAPITAL CONTRIBUTIONS 460,202 637,390 0000
1,572,420 1,653,292 740,817 1,150,500 1,228,850 1,339,650
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 179,255 134,621 109,260 167,000 174,600 184,500
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 55,984 114,367 88,127 77,755 95,230 97,400
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 810,019 626,979 425,081 697,990 784,590 805,977
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 48,650 217,960 38,625 93,500 53,000 56,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 1,093,907 1,093,927 661,094 1,036,245 1,107,420 1,143,877
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 6,955,032 7,433,545 7,992,910 8,107,165 8,228,595
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)478,512 559,365 79,724 114,255 121,430 195,773
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 7,433,545 7,992,910 8,107,165 8,228,595 8,424,368
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 630 ‐ Streetlight Operations
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 75 ‐ STREETLIGHTS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 140,293 113,849 79,515 123,500 127,900 134,300
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.3,030 5,493 2,163 3,000 3,000 3,200
4140 ‐ PENSIONS 1,662 (14,146)0000
4141 ‐ PERA 10,747 8,993 6,126 9,500 9,700 10,300
4142 ‐ FICA 9,432 8,037 5,481 9,700 10,000 10,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 9,941 8,244 13,275 17,700 19,600 21,500
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 4,150 4,150 2,700 3,600 4,400 4,600
179,255 134,621 109,260 167,000 174,600 184,500
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 11,834 82,435 37,688 11,750 27,100 27,400
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 3,988 4,961 3,475 5,200 5,500 5,500
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 0 0 421 935 965 990
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 0 1,398 0 850 875 900
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 178 00000
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 27,959 25,572 42,524 55,000 56,650 58,350
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 12,025 0 4,020 4,020 4,140 4,260
Total Category: COMMODITIES 55,984 114,367 88,127 77,755 95,230 97,400
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 1,742 921 731 1,650 1,700 1,750
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 23,246 20,354 8,838 5,450 5,600 5,800
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 62,458 22,229 9,917 19,000 19,570 20,160
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 25,483 29,205 24,937 10,000 30,000 30,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 0 0 17 0 0 0
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 5,370 5,816 4,007 5,560 6,000 6,000
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 48,697 35,407 43,552 50,000 51,900 54,500
4340 ‐ PRINTING 3,743 3,428 2,087 4,630 4,770 4,900
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 8,000 8,300 6,750 9,000 13,500 14,900
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 162,478 189,630 139,213 135,000 191,000 192,000
4361 ‐ NSP STREET LIGHT 79,749 90,943 59,416 85,000 87,550 90,177
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 99,512 74,697 6,483 172,000 177,160 182,475
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 13,934 21,122 20,628 27,500 13,300 14,200
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 7,919 7,071 9,560 11,200 15,680 17,250
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 800 00000
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 579 416 416 1,300 1,340 1,380
4438 ‐ PRO/MISC RESALE 266,311 117,421 88,530 160,700 165,520 170,485
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 19 0000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 810,019 626,979 425,081 697,990 784,590 805,977
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 48,650 217,960 38,625 93,500 53,000 56,000
Total Category: TRANSFERS 48,650 217,960 38,625 93,500 53,000 56,000
Total Department: 75 ‐ STREETLIGHTS 1,093,907 1,093,927 661,094 1,036,245 1,107,420 1,143,877
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 630 ‐ Streetlight Operations
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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FLEET & FACILITIES
PUBLIC WORKS
Department: Public Works (Fund #: 710)
Program: Fleet & Facilities Maintenance (Program #: 1700 & 1720)
Program Description
The Fleet Division provides maintenance and repair to all City vehicles and equipment in an organized,
timely, and cost-effective way. The division also maintains the City fueling system and prepares
specifications for all Public Works vehicles and equipment for purchase and re-sale.
The Facility Maintenance Division maintains the City’s buildings, so they function as designed and
constructed. This includes planned, preventative, and emergency maintenance. The goals of the
Facility Maintenance Division are to reduce repairs, prevent unscheduled shutdowns, extend
equipment life, realize life-cycle cost savings, and provide safe, functional systems and facilities that
meet the design intent.
The Facility Maintenance Division is responsible for managing contracts and working with contractors
regarding janitorial services, pest control, uniform and mat service, generator maintenance, HVAC and
building automation.
Budget Commentary
A capital improvement plan was built for each city building and will be enhanced in the coming years.
A new cleaning vendor increased the cost of services to Hero Center, City Hall, Public Works and the
Fire Stations.
The average age of the City fleet increased to 10.4 years in 2023 which continues to lead to more
break-downs and repairs. This requires additional outsourcing of repairs to ensure all equipment and
vehicles are operational for their intended use. Inflation for both parts and labor, along with new
subscriptions for vehicle diagnosing drove an increase in the funds budget.
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Fund: 710 ‐ FLEET MAINTENANCE
Category: REVENUE
3549 ‐ MISC PUBLIC WORK 0 141 0000
3568 ‐ FEE FOR SERVICE 1,354,081 1,702,302 1,657,950 1,712,100 2,110,640 2,258,460
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 1,468 531 0000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 63 1,457 1,161 0 0 0
1,355,613 1,704,431 1,659,111 1,712,100 2,110,640 2,258,460
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 823,641 878,117 638,842 903,800 921,000 971,800
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 603,242 790,757 602,888 704,600 808,200 845,455
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 218,555 356,007 459,447 218,500 433,100 445,100
4720 ‐ DEPRECIATION 45,971 37,757 0000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 1,691,409 2,062,638 1,701,177 1,826,900 2,162,300 2,262,355
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING OF YEAR 591,047 255,250 (102,957) (217,757) (269,417)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)(335,797) (358,207) (42,066) (114,800) (51,660) (3,895)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 255,250 (102,957)(217,757) (269,417) (273,312)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 710 ‐ Fleet Maintenance
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 33 ‐ FLEET MAINTENANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 597,114 628,246 466,660 658,500 678,200 711,900
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.11,762 13,465 12,341 14,000 14,000 14,800
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 0 11,554 7,521 17,700 0 0
4140 ‐ PENSIONS 53,187 51,538 0000
4141 ‐ PERA 44,674 47,030 36,453 50,600 52,200 54,800
4142 ‐ FICA 41,561 44,975 33,293 52,900 53,000 55,600
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 60,344 55,308 64,800 86,400 96,000 105,600
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 15,000 26,000 17,775 23,700 27,600 29,100
823,641 878,117 638,842 903,800 921,000 971,800
Category: COMMODITIES
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 12,931 17,084 12,731 26,900 22,300 28,320
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 272,345 378,368 302,354 382,400 402,600 421,400
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 20,959 8,209 14,779 20,000 21,000 21,630
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 4,934 4,349 3,089 6,800 7,300 7,210
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 14,341 23,959 11,753 16,000 15,000 16,895
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 277,733 358,774 258,181 252,500 340,000 350,000
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 0 15 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 603,242 790,757 602,888 704,600 808,200 845,455
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 450 707 172 500 600 620
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 9,051 6,813 1,230 3,000 8,200 3,300
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 5,767 6,078 4,730 6,100 6,300 6,490
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 16 0 60 0 0 0
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 52,237 52,571 46,725 62,300 68,500 71,900
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,400 1,450 1,200 1,600 2,400 2,600
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 135,111 270,394 384,220 124,000 313,000 335,780
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 525 500 1,069 1,100 600 1,235
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 466 40 0 0 200 0
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 802 0 0 0 1,700 1,750
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 371 1,667 1,759 500 4,000 515
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 4,229 5,277 9,782 11,000 16,500 11,740
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 2,181 4,302 3,278 2,000 4,300 2,165
4445 ‐ SALES TAX 5,948 6,099 5,222 6,400 6,600 6,800
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 109 0 0 200 205
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 218,555 356,007 459,447 218,500 433,100 445,100
Category: DEPRECIATION
4721 ‐ DEPRECIATION‐PURCHASED 45,971 37,757 0000
Total Category: DEPRECIATION 45,971 37,757 0000
Total Department: 33 ‐ FLEET MAINTENANCE 1,645,438 2,024,881 1,701,177 1,826,900 2,162,300 2,262,355
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 710 ‐ Fleet Maintenance
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
Department Overview
The Parks and Recreation Department provides leisure services and facilities to the community of
Cottage Grove. Areas of focus include park/open space management, forestry, horticulture, natural
resource/habitat management, recreational services, and facility management.
Mission Statement
To create and promote policies, programs, and places that enable active living to improve the health,
well-being, education, and vitality of our community.
Service Areas
• Parks
• Open space
• Trails
• Horticulture
• Natural Resource/Habitat
• Ice Arena
• River Oaks Golf Course
• Eagles/Event Center
• Recreation Services
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
• Glacial Valley Park construction
• Managed natural resource and habitat restoration efforts at six park sites
• Playground replacements at six parks
• Managed a 25% increase of park facility rentals
• Increased recreational program participation by 30%
• Managed a 20% increase of Ice Arena facility rental and 20% increase for Skate School
• Achieved net operating income of $86,000 at River Oaks and established irrigation replacement
construction and financial plan
• Received legislature support for a local option sales tax
2024 Department Goals and Strategic Initiatives
• Restore 21 acres of Cottage Grove Trailway Corridor to native prairie, wetland, and woodland
• Manage River Oaks and Ice Arena facilities and Recreation services to be adaptable and
sustainable by following the guiding principles of the 2021-2025 business plans
• Launch programming and rental marketing at Glacial Valley Park
• Guide Local Option Sales Tax discussion with City Council
• Achieve 45% cost recovery of recreation programming/events while seeking to implement new
trends in programming and capitalizing on staple programs
• Work with existing and future developments to build out park, trail, and open space areas such
as Still Ponds Park, Denzer Park, Michael’s Point, and McHattie’s Landing neighborhoods
• Work with local groups to incorporate publicly accessible AED’s in active park spaces
• Continue conversion of aged sports lighting to LED for increased energy and lighting efficiencies
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Budget Commentary
The Parks and Recreation Department will increase the split-time parks/ice arena maintenance
position to a full-time position for parks and a full-time position for the Ice Arena in response to
increased service needs. The majority of these expenses will be recovered through service revenues.
Recreation is adding a part-time/seasonal staffing to operate a playground program out of the new
Glacial Valley Park building. New program revenue is expected to neutralize the expense increase.
River Oaks will upgrade the Event Center décor with new chairs, tables, dance floor, and carpet to
respond to customer concerns. Trail improvements to the golf course continue to be a priority with the
poorest quality of trails being replaced as able. The maintenance of a quality fleet of equipment allows
the golf course to be kept in immaculate shape. Investment into repair and replacement of equipment
remains a priority. The replacement of an aged rough cutting mower is proposed for 2024.
The Ice Arena has had increased success with the Cosmic Skate program on the south rink. In response
to that success, the Ice Arena will add similar lighting/event features to the north rink while adding to
the skate rental inventory to drive increased attendance and revenue from this popular public
program. Both requests are expected to achieve a return on investment of less than three years.
Personnel Schedule 2023
Budget
2024
Budget
2025
Budget
Parks Maintenance
Parks & Recreation Director 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker 7.50 8.00 8.00
Management Analyst 0.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 9,070 hours 4.50 4.50 4.50
Recreation
Recreation Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation/Arena Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Assistant II .50 .50 .50
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 4.50 5.50 5.50
Ice Arena
Recreation Facilities Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation/Arena Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Service Worker .50 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 3.50 3.50 3.50
Golf
General Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
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Assistant Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00
Executive Chef 1.00 1.00 1.00
Golf Professional 1.00 1.00 1.00
Events Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00
Grill Manager/Line Cook 1.00 1.00 1.00
Seasonals (FTE equivalent) 19.00 16.00 16.00
54.00 54.00 54.00
Impact/Outcome Measures
Impact Measures Actual Actual Actual Estimated Projected
Item 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Parks 34 35 36 37 39
Athletic Fields 87 87 88 90 93
Winter Skating Rinks 12 12 12 13 13
Courts (tennis, pickleball, basketball, sand
volleyball)
35 35 36 42 44
Park Buildings 10 10 12 13 14
Park Shelters 22 27 28 31 33
Irrigation Zones 549 586 610 630 650
Trail/Sidewalk Miles 82 90 91 95 100
Landscape Beds 300 302 310 315 320
Supervised Playground Registrations 0 5,922 7,300 9,000 9,000
Program Registered Participants 289 1,644 2,200 2,400 2,600
Community Events 2 24 24 25 26
Facility Rental Permits 193 290 355 400 425
Facility Rental Revenue 14,215 16,310 60,800 70,000 80,000
Recreation Program Cost Recovery 15% 44% 49% 50% 50%
Ice Rental Hours 3,400 4,800 5,500 5,600 5,700
Indoor Turf/Dry Floor Rental Hours 50 109 173 185 200
Skating School Registrations 157 500 650 700 750
Ice Arena Net Operating Income $21,500 $236,700 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000
Net Golf Rounds 40,100 41,000 41,000 41,000 41,000
Golf Lesson Programs 221 200 200 200 200
Golf Leagues 10 12 13 14 14
Golf Tournaments 30 54 55 55 55
Banquet/Event Rentals 77 135 170 185 200
Special Events/Programs Offered 5 16 22 30 36
River Oaks Net Operating Income $107,600 $78,000 $86,300 $100,000 $100,000
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Department: 41 ‐ PARK MAINTENANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 719,797 771,045 628,194 847,825 946,420 1,127,800
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.30,432 40,007 36,316 22,400 22,400 23,500
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 2,061 2,289 1,152 0 0 0
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 121,208 153,065 136,057 164,900 164,920 173,200
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 0 0 51 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 57,717 62,453 49,154 72,000 79,100 79,400
4142 ‐ FICA 60,516 67,138 55,480 79,150 86,540 87,200
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 65,910 75,250 88,725 118,300 142,800 147,800
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 32,800 50,800 47,344 63,125 83,500 79,500
1,090,441 1,222,046 1,042,473 1,367,700 1,525,680 1,718,400
Category: COMMODITIES
4209 ‐ OP SUPPLIES‐CLEN 49 884 102 1,850 1,900 2,000
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 90,287 74,629 72,346 100,530 103,500 106,600
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 36,303 50,754 39,778 44,000 47,000 48,410
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 219 97 441 210 200 200
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 33,323 45,677 32,081 47,380 48,800 59,100
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 6,058 6,980 3,226 6,290 6,500 6,700
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 1,737 2,485 255 1,135 1,100 1,200
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 1,583 729 1,522 8,445 8,700 9,000
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 15,401 12,848 12,640 18,130 18,700 19,200
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 4,072 7,190 4,669 5,350 5,500 5,700
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 1,452 8,143 4,960 3,000 3,100 3,200
Total Category: COMMODITIES 190,484 210,417 172,019 236,320 245,000 261,310
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 983 1,361 7,307 2,400 2,500 2,500
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 0 0 0 2,160 2,200 2,300
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 20,940 22,053 19,952 31,100 32,000 33,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 9,663 10,476 8,245 8,000 8,200 8,500
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 14 13 12 0 0 0
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 37,375 50,000 41,325 55,100 65,300 68,600
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 141 0000
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 33,500 34,770 28,425 37,900 56,900 62,600
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 41,566 42,594 32,727 44,600 45,900 47,300
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 79 3,073 1,722 11,700 12,000 12,400
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 24,995 9,440 17,557 25,000 25,700 36,000
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 7,692 29,837 17,003 18,800 19,400 19,900
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 109,811 124,786 149,559 119,800 167,720 184,490
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 42,265 47,703 43,121 50,890 52,400 54,000
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 325 1,443 376 725 700 700
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 6,163 11,147 8,478 14,525 21,600 22,200
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 17,397 15,911 15,584 20,000 20,600 21,200
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 578 0 1,500 1,500 1,600
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 352,768 405,325 391,392 444,200 534,620 577,290
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 41 ‐ PARK MAINTENANCE
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
4540 ‐ OTHER CAP OUTLAY 36,400 3,430 0000
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 36,400 3,430 0000
Total Department: 41 ‐ PARK MAINTENANCE 1,670,092 1,841,219 1,605,883 2,048,220 2,305,300 2,557,000
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Department: 51 ‐ RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 179,396 181,765 137,022 185,100 199,000 208,900
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 9,185 10,302 9,180 13,200 54,200 54,900
4116 ‐ O/T ‐P/T REG. STATUS 0 121 149 0 0 0
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 114,691 144,796 147,438 141,500 194,670 209,055
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 1,575 7,407 7,567 0 0 0
4141 ‐ PERA 13,979 14,092 10,939 14,800 16,100 16,900
4142 ‐ FICA 22,357 25,357 22,381 26,000 28,700 30,100
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 20,710 24,150 19,425 25,900 28,800 31,700
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 0 98 0 0 0
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 13,000 20,000 13,950 18,600 26,200 26,600
374,893 427,990 368,149 425,100 547,670 578,155
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 242 194 656 900 900 900
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 5,399 6,444 5,800 5,700 5,900 6,100
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 1,638 1,786 989 1,700 1,760 1,900
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 896 1,148 926 1,200 1,200 1,300
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 421 2,318 1,977 2,000 2,000 2,000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 8,596 11,890 10,347 11,500 11,760 12,200
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 0 1,139 1,263 3,200 3,000 3,000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 0 16 305 0 0 0
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 10,031 12,212 14,128 8,900 12,000 13,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 2,728 2,328 1,258 2,300 2,300 2,300
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 59 60 12 50 0 0
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 12,315 19,695 21,825 29,100 34,900 36,600
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 0 0 2,000 0 0
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 24 0 25 500 500 500
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 825 1,100 1,700 1,900
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 130 00000
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 3,687 3,712 1,734 2,400 3,360 3,700
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 1,311 1,130 809 2,600 2,700 2,800
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 1,481 1,019 1,140 1,300 1,400 1,400
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 3,449 5,143 1,282 3,000 3,000 3,100
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 7,553 14,664 16,184 25,000 26,000 27,000
4435 ‐ LEAGUE PROGRAMS 3,587 3,976 2,840 3,600 3,700 3,800
4436 ‐ CONCESSION RESAL 1,961 1,891 1,109 500 0 0
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 39 0 5,400 5,000 5,000
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 49,316 68,063 64,738 90,950 99,560 104,100
Total Dept: 51 ‐ RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS 432,805 507,944 443,235 527,550 658,990 694,455
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 100 ‐ General Fund
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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ICE ARENA
P ARKS AND RECREATION
Department: Parks and Recreation (Fund #: 250)
Program: Ice Arena (Program #: 3700)
Program Description
Cottage Grove Ice Arena is a clean, safe, well-maintained recreation facility that serves the hockey,
figure skating, recreational skating, and indoor turf needs of the community and surrounding areas.
Revenue-generating services for the business include ice/turf rental, skating school programming,
public sessions, tournaments/events, concession stand, vending, skate sharpening, and advertising.
Key independent partners to the operation include the Cottage Grove Hockey Association, Park/East
Ridge High School Hockey, and the Cottage Grove Figure Skating Booster Club.
The Ice Arena operates under the direction of a 5-year business plan. That plan is Council approved and
available to the public to provide guidance on all aspects of the operation.
Budget Commentary
The current half-time position shared with Parks is being coverted into a full-time position in 2024.
Considering the consistent usage increase at the arena, this addition is necessary to maintain adequate
operations for the customers and maintenance of the facility. This position increase is projected to be
fully covered by new revenue. This change would bring the Ice Arena to 3.0 FTE which is equivalent to
where Ice Arena operations were from 1982-2016.
The Ice Arena has found success in expanding and growing public skating sessions on the south rink
with the use of a party lighting system and quality music. Unfortunately, attendance is capped for
many sessions due to the limited size of the south rink (small rink). $30,000 is included in the budget to
install a similar lighting system on the north rink. Doing so will triple the capacity for these sessions.
Increased public session revenue is expected to offset this expense within three years. In support of
this effort, $5,000 is included to increase our skate rental inventory because we continue to run out of
size-appropriate skates for customers. Skate rental revenue is expected to pay for this expense within
two years.
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Fund: 250 ‐ ICE ARENA
Category: REVENUE
3359 ‐ OTHER GOV AID 57,000 57,000 57,500 57,000 57,000 57,000
3561 ‐ ADMISSIONS 26,339 93,612 71,699 78,000 90,000 95,000
3563 ‐ PUNCH CARDS 6,071 13,372 11,338 15,000 15,000 15,000
3564 ‐ H.S. GAME ADMISSIONS 18,264 00000
3567 ‐ LESSONS 76,479 75,620 87,572 90,000 90,000 95,000
3567 ‐ SKATING LESSONS 45,708 49,574 31,200 40,000 50,000 55,000
3569 ‐ 3v3 HOCKEY LEAGUE 0 150 74,930 75,000 75,000 80,000
3569 ‐ LEAGUE FEE 0 50 700 0 0 0
3570 ‐ SKATE SHARPENING 11,399 16,203 11,553 12,000 15,000 18,000
3571 ‐ CONCESSION SALES 57,083 140,144 83,553 120,000 140,000 150,000
3572 ‐ VENDING SALE 9,166 22,050 15,834 25,000 25,000 25,000
3573 ‐ PRO SHOP SALE 3,625 5,533 2,663 4,500 5,000 5,500
3574 ‐ ADVERTISING SALES 29,467 43,080 29,932 35,000 40,000 45,000
3575 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 0 0 1,074 0 0 0
3576 ‐ TURF RENTALS 8,565 12,696 18,975 25,000 20,000 20,000
3812 ‐ DONATE & CONTRI 0 1,281 0000
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 500000
3814 ‐ NORTH RINK ICE RENTAL 363,223 353,309 225,303 375,000 400,000 425,000
3814 ‐ RENTAL INCOME 204 1,579 11,740 0 0 0
3814 ‐ SOUTH RINK ICE RENTAL 177,975 192,956 115,422 200,000 225,000 250,000
3814 ‐ WEST RINK ICE RENTAL 273,189 304,010 166,575 275,000 325,000 350,000
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 25,200 20,981 0000
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 0 1,189 394 0 0 0
3830 ‐ CASH OVER (623) (123) (259) 0 0 0
1,188,338 1,404,264 1,017,699 1,426,500 1,572,000 1,685,500
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 391,751 494,053 367,502 494,390 570,960 594,960
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 45,186 73,236 41,548 46,132 53,530 49,460
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 471,213 649,634 510,770 508,308 645,430 667,505
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 43,373 0 79,368 67,000 0 0
4999 ‐ TRANSFERS 220,000 200,000 150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 1,171,523 1,416,924 1,149,188 1,315,830 1,469,920 1,511,925
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR (594,107) (577,292)(589,952) (479,282) (377,202)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)16,816 (12,660) (131,489) 110,670 102,080 173,575
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR (577,292) (589,952)(479,282) (377,202) (203,627)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 250 ‐ Ice Arena
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 77 ‐ ICE ARENA
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 179,871 226,941 167,212 254,700 304,900 316,100
4110 ‐ OVERTIME F. T.07040000
4115 ‐ REGULAR‐P/T REG STATUS 9,185 10,302 9,180 13,200 14,200 14,900
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 121,788 157,076 116,353 126,990 130,800 134,730
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 5,736 7,603 3,201 2,000 2,060 2,130
4141 ‐ PERA 17,813 21,695 17,031 23,000 27,100 28,500
4142 ‐ FICA 22,988 29,107 21,451 30,400 34,300 36,000
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 27,870 28,225 23,475 31,300 40,800 44,900
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 6,500 12,400 9,600 12,800 16,800 17,700
391,751 494,053 367,502 494,390 570,960 594,960
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 736 408 622 618 640 0
4209 ‐ OP SUPPLIES‐CLEN 2,587 4,821 4,204 2,781 5,000 5,150
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 14,627 9,835 12,809 14,000 12,000 12,500
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 6,684 8,343 4,714 7,000 8,500 8,750
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 864 194 131 515 530 548
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 1,454 1,579 117 1,442 1,490 1,530
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 456 0 70 309 320 328
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 9,292 18,804 10,016 7,622 7,850 8,087
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 8,488 13,275 8,865 11,845 12,200 12,567
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 0 15,978 0 0 5,000 0
Total Category: COMMODITIES 45,186 73,236 41,548 46,132 53,530 49,460
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 5,233 15,637 11,316 7,310 7,530 7,756
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 03300000
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 7,618 756 0 0 0
4303 ‐ INSTRUCTORS 45,231 44,796 52,856 47,170 48,590 50,043
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 8,522 8,980 9,190 25,750 15,000 15,450
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 11,433 18,637 22,573 11,227 18,000 18,000
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 3,050 3,462 1,907 3,811 3,925 4,044
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 4 0 0 309 318 328
4312 ‐ 3v3 HOCKEY LEAGUE 0 43 13,405 0 22,000 22,660
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 40,775 41,560 35,850 47,800 53,700 56,400
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 28 0 1,030 200 200
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 1,289 11,864 2,802 3,296 3,395 3,497
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 11,000 11,420 9,300 12,400 18,600 20,500
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 228,861 277,598 213,357 178,911 275,000 283,250
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 33,325 53,155 54,191 34,711 35,750 36,825
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 26,195 54,531 33,892 38,690 39,850 41,475
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 6,415 9,783 161 4,300 6,020 6,620
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 1,311 2,611 2,299 4,120 4,245 4,371
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 5,638 4,470 4,098 6,000 6,180 6,366
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 970 1,698 1,781 1,751 3,900 4,000
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 489 791 456 824 850 875
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 1,075 1,072 493 824 1,200 1,236
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 250 ‐ Ice Arena
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 77 ‐ ICE ARENA
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 250 ‐ Ice Arena
Detail of Expenditures
4436 ‐ PROSHOP RESALE 4,260 5,013 2,055 4,120 5,000 5,150
4438 ‐ CONCESSIONS RESALE 30,700 64,218 34,305 61,800 63,655 65,564
4438 ‐ VENDING RESALE 5,435 10,219 3,730 11,948 12,310 12,676
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 0 100 0 206 212 219
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 471,213 649,634 510,770 508,308 645,430 667,505
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4540 ‐ OTHER CAP OUTLAY 43,373 0 79,368 67,000 0 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 43,373 0 79,368 67,000 0 0
Category: TRANSFERS
4700 ‐ TRANSFERS OUT 220,000 200,000 150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Total Category: TRANSFERS 220,000 200,000 150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Total Department: 77 ‐ ICE ARENA 1,171,523 1,416,924 1,149,188 1,315,830 1,469,920 1,511,925
124
GOLF COURSE
P ARKS AND RECREATION
Department: Parks and Recreation (Fund #: 255)
Program: Golf Course (Program #: 2100, 2105, 2140)
Program Description
River Oaks is a municipal golf course that appeals to golfers of all skill levels, with outstanding turf
conditions, great customer service, and food and beverage options. It is an 18-hole course with
Toptracer practice range and golf shop. Leagues, lessons, and events are programmed regularly to
market to all demographics. Cross Country ski and snowshoe trails are groomed for free use to the
public in winter months.
The River Oaks Event Center is a multi-purpose banquet facility that is designed to host programs and
events of all sizes. The Eagles Bar and Grill is full-service and caters to both golfers and casual diners.
With the upgrade of the event center, grill, and outdoor wedding area and the addition of four bocce
ball courts and an outdoor bar, River Oaks is growing toward becoming an outdoor recreation
destination for the citizens of Cottage Grove and surrounding communities.
River Oaks operates under the direction of a 5-year business plan. That plan is Council approved and
available to the public to provide guidance on all aspects of the operation.
Budget Commentary
$90,000 is included to upgrade the event center with new carpet, banquet chairs and a dance floor to
increase event and facility rental appeal is included in the budget. The dated décor of the facility was
identified as a concern in the business plan and this budget addition aims to address it.
Maintenance of the golf course is a key element of success of River Oaks. Two requests are being
included in the budget to address golf-related maintenance concerns. $20,000 is included to improve
cart trail sections that have detoriated and $100,000 is included for replacement of the existing rough-
cut mower which manicures a majority of the turf across the course daily.
As in the past, if revenues are insufficient to cover the capital outlay requests, the capital will be
moved into a future year.
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Fund: 255 ‐ RIVER OAKS GOLF COURSE
Category: REVENUE
3324 ‐ STATE GRANTS 0 0 4,519 0 0 0
3400 ‐ GREEN FEES 791,233 797,696 778,686 800,000 917,351 954,045
3402 ‐ PCC MEMBERSHIPS 83,987 76,797 69,013 85,000 88,316 91,848
3418 ‐ HANDICAPS 12,201 10,670 9,460 10,400 12,270 12,760
3420 ‐ RENTAL CLUBS 5,327 4,932 5,327 5,000 5,672 5,898
3421 ‐ GOLF CARTS 359,931 348,906 386,083 380,400 401,242 417,291
3428 ‐ LESSONS 16,125 16,399 16,735 20,000 18,860 19,612
3429 ‐ RANGE 142,498 145,523 160,727 175,000 167,352 174,046
3431 ‐ GOLF CLUB MEMBERSHIP 119,744 126,136 120,722 120,000 145,056 150,858
3434 ‐ CIGARS 1,839 1,089 1,610 1,000 1,252 1,302
3435 ‐ NON‐ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE 49,128 48,659 45,161 55,000 55,957 58,195
3436 ‐ ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE 303,997 326,653 319,467 310,000 375,651 390,677
3441 ‐ FOOD 169,971 189,500 197,333 199,000 217,924 226,640
3442 ‐ POLICE SECURITY 0 0 0 1,000 1,000 1,000
3443 ‐ CLUBHOUSE RENTALS 14,850 52,302 40,773 35,000 60,147 62,552
3444 ‐ MANDATORY GRATUITY 85,607 106,710 116,280 92,000 122,717 127,625
3445 ‐ BANQUET FOOD 183,054 239,769 258,779 238,000 275,735 286,764
3446 ‐ BANQUET NA BEVERAGES 2,425 15,919 7,200 4,000 18,306 19,038
3447 ‐ BANQUET ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 21,534 9,924 25,888 43,000 11,412 11,868
3451 ‐ GOLF ACCESSORIES 48,366 30,809 31,457 50,000 35,430 36,847
3453 ‐ CLOTHING ‐ TAX 0 16,569 13,922 0 19,054 19,816
3454 ‐ CLOTHING‐NONTAX 20,414 36,336 26,002 30,000 41,786 43,457
3455 ‐ GIFT CERTIFICATE 6,247 (1,470) 0 1,000 1,690 1,757
3465 ‐ GOLF CLUB REPAIR 317 0 260 5,000 5,000 5,200
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (1,310) (4,277) 3,918 0 0 0
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 4,429 956 791 0 0 0
3816 ‐ REFUND & REIMBRS 1,278 1,399 1,322 0 0 0
3829 ‐ MISC ‐ OTHER 3,860 5,336 1,268 0 0 4
3830 ‐ CASH OVER 168 (336) 18 0 0 0
2,447,219 2,602,908 2,642,724 2,659,800 2,999,180 3,119,100
Category: EXPENDITURES
4100 ‐ PERSONAL SERVICES 1,216,684 1,321,081 1,184,946 1,257,500 1,362,900 1,435,400
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 220,107 269,125 208,982 198,163 212,361 217,702
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 750,970 827,055 819,529 838,207 914,830 944,930
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 169,782 377,568 741,738 126,350 220,609 280,928
4600 ‐ OTHER FINANCING USES 0 0 0 183,000 183,000 183,000
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 2,357,543 2,794,829 2,955,195 2,603,220 2,893,700 3,061,960
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 46,461 136,137 (55,785) 795 106,275
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)89,676 (191,921) (312,471) 56,580 105,480 57,140
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 136,137 (55,785)795 106,275 163,415
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
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Department: 53 ‐ ADMINISTRATION
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 62,028 90,584 99,305 98,700 178,400 187,300
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 198,639 247,002 181,558 188,300 138,300 145,200
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 6,353 9,213 3,552 2,000 2,000 2,100
4141 ‐ PERA 4,678 6,709 7,467 12,100 18,000 18,900
4142 ‐ FICA 20,111 26,061 21,470 22,200 24,500 25,700
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 7,250 7,550 8,100 10,800 24,000 26,400
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 16,027 11,270 0 0 0
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 2,800 2,300 2,850 3,800 6,700 7,100
301,859 405,446 335,572 337,900 391,900 412,700
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 35 368 1,030 1,060 1,093
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 18,393 20,129 13,516 8,549 9,805 9,070
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 612 5,749 5,524 1,751 1,800 1,858
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 15,877 2,049 0 5,150 5,305 5,464
Total Category: COMMODITIES 34,882 27,962 19,409 16,480 17,970 17,485
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 0 11,310 2,437 1,751 1,800 1,858
4302 ‐ LEGAL SERVICE 0 896 1,656 0 0 0
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 51,612 78,102 66,610 54,000 55,620 57,289
4309 ‐ CREDIT CARD FEES 46,670 49,423 50,279 30,000 60,000 61,800
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 11,435 11,895 8,237 11,930 12,290 12,657
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 20 94 34 103 110 110
4321 ‐ DATA PROCESSING 33,000 33,700 66,525 88,700 96,400 101,200
4340 ‐ PRINTING 0 0 1,778 2,780 2,860 2,950
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 13,305 9,456 5,389 13,390 13,790 14,206
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 5,000 5,200 4,275 5,700 8,600 9,500
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 7,724 11,588 8,627 9,270 9,550 9,835
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 1,233 1,491 3,922 1,545 1,600 1,639
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 9,154 415 0000
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 20,583 6,448 5,723 13,000 6,500 6,695
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 48,996 44,411 47,402 56,650 14,000 14,420
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 1,336 2,150 835 2,060 2,120 2,186
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 1,166 96 0 4,375 3,000 3,090
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 1,387 1,190 1,475 1,648 1,700 1,749
4407 ‐ PROPERTY TAXES 1,091 1,091 1,091 1,030 1,060 1,093
4436 ‐ CONCESSION RESAL 732 00000
4438 ‐ PRO/MISC RESALE 57,970 65,462 75,918 60,000 61,800 63,654
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 312,413 334,417 352,213 357,932 352,800 365,931
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 5,484 00000
4540 ‐ OTHER CAP OUTLAY 23,780 0 0 10,300 10,609 10,928
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 29,263 0 0 10,300 10,609 10,928
Category: OTHER FINANCING USES
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
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Department: 53 ‐ ADMINISTRATION
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Detail of Expenditures
4600 ‐ PRINCIPAL 0 0 0 183,000 183,000 183,000
Total Category: OTHER FINANCING USES 0 0 0 183,000 183,000 183,000
Total Department: 53 ‐ ADMINISTRATION 678,418 767,825 707,193 905,612 956,279 990,044
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Department: 55 ‐ MAINTENANCE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 165,729 168,200 132,309 180,100 192,000 201,600
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 177,722 170,693 172,530 168,000 168,000 176,400
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 1,830 2,263 3,136 3,100 3,100 3,300
4141 ‐ PERA 15,559 16,393 12,659 18,200 19,100 20,000
4142 ‐ FICA 25,022 24,675 22,475 26,900 27,800 29,200
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 21,690 22,600 16,200 21,600 24,000 26,400
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 5,100 4,000 3,600 4,800 5,600 5,900
412,652 408,823 362,908 422,700 439,600 462,800
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 533 638 429 515 530 547
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 28,044 31,213 23,062 28,943 29,815 30,706
4211 ‐ MOTOR FUELS 28,479 43,340 31,290 28,700 29,561 30,450
4212 ‐ LUB/ADD 1,713 2,732 3,552 3,193 3,290 3,388
4216 ‐ FERTILIZER/CHEM 31,279 34,261 42,736 41,200 42,435 43,709
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 688 1,852 1,472 1,648 1,700 1,749
4231 ‐ SMALL TOOLS 1,534 1,822 1,495 1,957 2,020 2,076
4270 ‐ OP SUP‐VEH/EQ 25,224 42,636 34,066 30,000 30,900 31,827
4271 ‐ OP SUP‐OTHER IMP 12,672 8,877 5,092 8,446 8,700 8,961
4272 ‐ OP SUP‐BUILDINGS 1,990 590 871 1,957 2,020 2,080
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 4,083 0 9,660 5,150 5,305 5,464
Total Category: COMMODITIES 136,239 167,960 153,725 151,709 156,276 160,957
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 278 990 1,050 515 530 547
4301 ‐ ENGINEERING SVS 0 3,251 0000
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 10,147 6,980 25,365 13,493 20,000 20,600
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 4,100 4,080 2,926 4,320 4,450 4,583
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 1,000 1,040 1,451 1,100 1,700 1,900
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 21,239 23,214 19,255 22,248 22,915 23,603
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 2,249 1,220 1,029 6,489 6,690 6,884
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 27,625 5,073 2,598 5,150 5,305 5,464
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 778 6,059 6,264 5,200 5,356 5,617
4375 ‐ CHARGE‐FLEET MNT 94 0 1,997 1,300 1,820 2,000
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 840 3,753 1,775 4,000 28,120 28,225
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 935 1,200 1,031 927 955 984
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 2,507 1,258 2,816 2,800 3,450 3,554
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 3,351 5,661 5,220 6,901 7,108 7,321
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 942 6,412 5,909 1,545 6,000 6,180
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 76,084 70,193 78,688 75,988 114,399 117,462
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4510 ‐ BUILD & STRUC 8,876 00000
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 95,594 90,158 9,108 80,000 120,000 170,000
4550 ‐ PROJECT‐CONTRACT 0 0 610,850 0 0 0
4557 ‐ PROJECT‐PROF SVS 0 274,410 103,961 0 0 0
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 104,470 364,568 723,919 80,000 120,000 170,000
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
129
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 55 ‐ MAINTENANCE
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Detail of Expenditures
Total Department: 55 ‐ MAINTENANCE 729,445 1,011,544 1,319,240 730,397 830,275 911,219
130
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 56 ‐ CLUBHOUSE
Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
4100 ‐ SALARY‐FULL TIME 164,397 145,609 158,850 154,800 221,200 232,200
4120 ‐ SAL‐P.T./TEMP 255,303 269,243 254,845 257,500 207,500 217,900
4121 ‐ O.T. ‐ P.T./TEMP 5,730 7,801 2,430 3,700 3,700 3,900
4141 ‐ PERA 18,081 16,030 17,869 21,700 22,900 24,100
4142 ‐ FICA 31,611 31,401 31,035 31,900 33,200 34,900
4144 ‐ HEALTH INSURANCE 21,050 15,100 16,200 21,600 36,000 39,600
4147 ‐ UNEMPLOYMENT 0 16,497 962 0 0 0
4148 ‐ WORKERS COMP 6,000 5,130 4,275 5,700 6,900 7,300
502,173 506,812 486,466 496,900 531,400 559,900
Category: COMMODITIES
4200 ‐ OFFICE SUPPLIES 0 0 0 515 530 547
4210 ‐ OP SUPPLY‐OTHER 28,330 37,787 35,145 23,588 24,295 25,025
4217 ‐ CLOTHING/UNIFORM 441 1,451 0 3,193 3,290 3,388
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 20,214 33,965 704 2,678 10,000 10,300
Total Category: COMMODITIES 48,986 73,203 35,849 29,974 38,115 39,260
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4300 ‐ PROF SERVICES 604 2,010 2,111 1,854 1,910 1,967
4305 ‐ FEES FOR SERVICE 23,544 42,901 21,286 26,265 27,050 27,865
4310 ‐ COMMUNICATION 1,485 1,035 1,463 1,670 1,720 1,772
4311 ‐ POSTAGE 0 0 0 103 110 109
4340 ‐ PRINTING 302 0 0 1,545 1,600 1,639
4341 ‐ ADVER/PUBLISH 5,388 7,145 3,969 5,253 10,000 10,300
4350 ‐ INSURANCE CHARGE 4,200 4,360 3,600 4,800 7,200 7,900
4352 ‐ GENERAL LIABILIT 2,545 2,824 3,172 3,914 4,030 4,153
4360 ‐ UTILITIES 32,475 42,607 29,522 35,020 36,070 37,153
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 7,821 1,923 13,151 10,712 11,035 11,365
4371 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/OTH 345 2,515 0000
4372 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/BLD 22,559 19,444 25,864 22,000 22,660 23,340
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 7,589 7,053 6,075 5,798 5,970 6,151
4401 ‐ DUES & SUBS 210 1,955 1,950 2,678 2,760 2,841
4403 ‐ TRAVEL/TRAIN/CON 1,423 0 75 3,193 7,500 7,725
4405 ‐ CLEAN/WASTE REMV 2,257 2,105 1,372 2,678 2,758 2,841
4434 ‐ SPECIAL EVENTS 5,763 7,802 10,002 5,253 10,000 10,300
4436 ‐ CONCESSION RESAL 138,058 167,583 151,752 159,650 180,000 185,400
4438 ‐ PRO/MISC RESALE 24,479 23,701 29,338 25,000 25,750 26,523
4439 ‐ LIQUOR ‐ RESALE 74,977 79,030 83,927 80,000 82,400 84,872
4449 ‐ OTHER CONTRACT 6,450 6,450 0 6,901 7,108 7,321
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 362,473 422,445 388,628 404,287 447,631 461,537
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 36,049 13,000 17,819 36,050 90,000 100,000
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 36,049 13,000 17,819 36,050 90,000 100,000
Total Department: 56 ‐ CLUBHOUSE 949,681 1,015,460 928,762 967,211 1,107,146 1,160,697
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 255 ‐ River Oaks Golf Course
Detail of Expenditures
Total Category: PERSONAL SERVICES
131
EQUIPMENT
REPLACEMENT
Department Overview
Equipment Replacement funds the purchase of City equipment and vehicles which cost more than
$5,000 and have an estimated life greater than 5 years. Financing is provided through General Fund
revenue and the Property Tax Levy.
Mission Statement
To provide for a systematic method of replacing equipment and vehicles by setting aside reserve funds
in anticipation of future expenses.
2022-2023 Department Accomplishments
•Prepared ten-year equipment replacement schedule to be included in the ten-year Financial
Management Plan
•Evaluated the effectiveness of leasing certain city vehicles
2024 Department Goals
•Continue to review the effectiveness of leasing certain City vehicles.
2024 Capital Outlay
Description Unit to Replace Budgeted Price
2013 Ford Explorer 21-1247-13 $50,000
2016 Ford Interceptor 21-1660-16 $50,000
Fire Radios n/a $30,330
Squad Cars, Six Multiple $472,560
John Deere Mower 31-8509-14 $68,000
Enclosed Trailer 41-7010-06 $10,000
Redi-Haul Trailer 41-7013-05 $22,000
Utility Vehicle w/Sprayer 41-8705-05 $125,000
Toro Groundsmaster Mower 41-8504-15 $116,000
Utility Vehicle w/Attachments New $40,000
$983,890
132
2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual Estimated Budget Budget Budget
Fund: 210 ‐ EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
Category: REVENUE
3011 ‐ CURRENT PROP TAX 0000319,100 384,297
3810 ‐ INVEST INTEREST (8,453) (60,787) 51,000 0 7,990 3,657
3813 ‐ SALE OF GOODS 3,267 9,687 0000
3899 ‐ TRANSFER IN 647,415 400,000 410,000 410,000 0 0
3960 ‐ BOND ISSUANCE 0000240,000 1,880,000
642,229 348,899 461,000 410,000 567,090 2,267,954
Category: EXPENDITURES
4200 ‐ COMMODITIES 0 1,548 0000
4300 ‐ CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,792 000098,474
4500 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY 614,105 55,026 1,262,924 621,550 983,890 2,700,350
4600 ‐ OTHER FINANCING USES 000016,800 37,600
Total Category: EXPENDITURES 615,897 56,574 1,262,924 621,550 1,000,690 2,836,424
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING YEAR 1,317,210 1,343,542 1,635,867 833,943 400,343
NET INCREASE (DECREASE)26,332 292,325 (801,924) (211,550) (433,600) (568,470)
FUND BALANCE, END OF YEAR 1,343,542 1,635,867 833,943 400,343 (168,127)
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 210 ‐ Equipment Replacement
Summary of Revenues & Expenditures
Total Category: REVENUE
133
2021 2022 2023 YTD 2023 2024 2025
Actual Actual as of 9/30 Budget Budget Budget
Department: 00 ‐ EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
Category: COMMODITIES
4280 ‐ CAPITAL OUTLAY <$5,000 0 1,548 0000
Total Category: COMMODITIES 0 1,548 0000
Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4370 ‐ MAINT‐REPAIR/EQ 1,792 00000
4380 ‐ RENTAL/LEASE 0000098,474
Total Category: CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,792 000098,474
Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY
4530 ‐ MACH & EQUIPMENT 614,105 55,026 469,986 621,550 983,890 2,700,350
Total Category: CAPITAL OUTLAY 614,105 55,026 469,986 621,550 983,890 2,700,350
Category: OTHER FINANCING USES
4630 ‐ OTHER PAYMENTS 000016,800 37,600
Total Category: OTHER FINANCING USES 000016,800 37,600
Total Department: 00 ‐ EQUIPMENT REPLACEMEN 615,897 56,574 469,986 621,550 1,000,690 2,836,424
City of Cottage Grove Annual Budget
Fund 210 ‐ Equipment Replacement
Detail of Expenditures
134