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Mr. Boos stated that the narrative would be done in-house; however, there will be photos too, so he was not sure that all could be handled in-house. He stated he will be doing the comp plan. Mr. Boos commented on the help-wanted ads. Ms. McAloney stated the ads should be charged to Department gl 130. Mr. Boos continued with electric utilities - not a great deal of change. We will be adding some security lights for trails. Refuse charges are for the dumpster and stump removal. Building and structures covers vandalism, etc. Machinery and equipment - Mr. Boos stated that over $6,000 was spent on Central Park irrigation alone. Buildings - Regarding an HVAC contract - Mr. Boos stated he received one quote of $1,200 to $1,400. He added that this amount could be reduced if we had a maintenance person do these things. Mr. Schroeder felt that $1,200 seems high and suggested just calling someone out when needed. Mr. Boos stated he has not itemized to see what has been spent. He continued with MRPA. The membership is required and he feels it is money well spent. The $12,000 amount represents eight weeks of mowing (May and June) for Central Park and River's Bend Park. This may give us the reprieve we need to attend to other needs. The quote was $1,800 per week if we have it done in the spring only. He stated he checked with five or more contractors for quotes. Our cost per week for the same activity would be $300 - $400, plus depreciation. Ms. McAloney stated that amount would actually be more because of benefits, etc. Mr. Schroeder asked why not work longer hours in May and June. Mr. Boos agreed that could be an alternative. Mr. Schroeder suggested the work week could be 50 hours for six weeks and then back to the regular shift. He asked if that could reasonably occur. Mr. Boos stated we probably worked something commensurate at that time. Mr. Schroeder asked Public Works Supervisor Mevissen if the snow plow people would be available for this sort of work also. Mr. Mevissen stated probably not because they are builders, etc. Mr. Boos suggested that maybe if a higher wage were paid, it may be easier to find the help. City Engineer Jankowski suggested the City should have a pool of these people, not just one person in case something happens to them. Mr. Boos stated that some finesse is required - you can't just put a body on that mower - it's a machine. He added that sometimes a minor problem with the machine causes us to lose time. Mr. Boos continued with community programs. He requested money be allocated for spring events such as the tree sale and the environmental expo. He added that he is assuming using volunteers will be successful. Staff Budget Meeting/July 20, 1994 Page 3 of 8