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2) Review Recent Success of In-house Services and Review Contracted City Operations <br />Parks Supervisor Riverblood reviewed the staff report. <br />Councilmember Elvig questioned the level of supervision needed for these projects, and what the <br />cost difference is in that aspect of the jobs. <br />Public Works Director Olson explained the City's engineering rates and design standards are <br />typically 9 to 10 percent. <br />Parks Supervisor Riverblood noted staff realizes its schedules and where money can be saved <br />and when it is time to contract out. Staff is mindful of the best return for their services. <br />City Administrator Ulrich stated the purpose of this case was to highlight successes the City has <br />had with contract labor. He noted there have been other successes in the City as well. He <br />reviewed savings in utility billing. <br />Deputy City Administrator Nelson reviewed electrical and building permit revenue. The cost for <br />contracted inspections is down, as the activity is down. There is less need for inspections, so this <br />position is contracted out. It has been working very well. <br />City Administrator Ulrich noted the City would continue to consider contract opportunities when <br />feasible. The in-house staff offers many advantages as well. He said he would like to discuss <br />making the RFP process more proficient and looking at pilot projects that include more volunteer <br />labor moving forward. <br />Discussion took place regarding the ability to hold contractors accountable for their work. <br />Parks Supervisor Riverblood pointed out the projects that have been highlighted in this report are <br />not standout shining examples; they were just recent examples. The good examples are <br />continuous. <br />3) Update on Long Term Road Maintenance Program <br />Public Works Director Olson reviewed the staff report. <br />Public Works Director Olson informed the Council that the City needs to generate $2.7 million. <br />One way is through assessments and the other is through property tax. He explained the possible <br />assessment numbers per resident and then what the possible property tax could be related to a <br />$250,000 home. He noted staff has considered generating the funds through franchise fee <br />calculations. He reviewed the potential monthly charge per resident of $27 and $54 per business <br />customer. <br />Councilmember McGlone questioned if these predictions are for reconstruction, or whether they <br />include maintenance costs. <br />City Council Work Session / April 19, 2011 <br />Page 2 of 4 <br />