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Case Background' PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL COMPUTER By: David R. Harlley, City Administrator Since the addition ct stand-alone workstations on a common network, the data processing and word processing functions of the City have improved significantly. As we face the tasks before us, we see inlensive use o! these syslems to just get the job done. Keeping track of development rights alone could not be accomplished withoul the aid of a good data base. In addition 1o the heavy word processing and data processing use of our compulers, we have begun to use electronic mail as a way Io speed communication and improve on efficient use of time. The use of electronic mail and the ability to transfer files from one location to another have resulted in a far more efficient office. However, to fully utilize these tools, we need to provide access to key people in addition to support staff. To do this, it is proposed that the City purchase five additional workstations under the State of Minnesota Contract. The workstations would be Macintosh SE/30 with 40 MB Hard Disk for a price of $3,008.00 each. Cables and nelwork sollware would cost approximalely $230.00 each for a total per unit cost of $3,238.00. These workstalions would provide access to Community Development Director Mark Banwart, Finance Officer Sandra Ashley, Chief of Police Mike Auspos, Fire Chief Bruce Hoeke, and Assessor John Keefe. Additionally, this would free up the use of an IBM-AT computer which could be used by Bruce Bacon for several projects which he has proposed. Enclosed for your information is a "Recap of Data Processing Capital Outlay for the Year of 1988 and Year to Date September, 1989". A proposed resolution authorizing this purchase will be available at the meeting. Recommendation: Council Action: Motion to: Adopl Resolution #89-10-__ authorizing the purchase of five workstations from State Contracl C-405(5) with Apple Computer, Inc. Review Checklist: City Administrator X City Atlorney ... City Engineer Community Development Director Chief of Police Finance Officer Planning & Zoning Comm. Park & Recreation Comm. ??