Minutes - Council Work Session - 11/27/2018

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Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood provided background information on how the calculation was made to determine the maximum lifespan of equipment. He noted that the lifespan of equipment is weighed against maintenance costs and trade-in values. Councilmember Musgrove stated that perhaps seasonal equipment could be rented at a lower cost. Public Works Superintendent Riemer replied that some of those items would not be available for rent and stated that in the case where equipment has been rented, the cost is often higher. Mayor LeTourneau stated that is an example of the level of thought that staff has put into the budget to optimize the lifespan of equipment. City Administrator Ulrich stated that some adjustments will be made to the budget, noting that a higher-level police officer recently retired and therefore that adjustment will be made as an entry-level position will replace that position and would provide a cost savings. Mayor LeTourneau acknowledged that two Council members are not present tonight and therefore while this has been a good discussion, those members will have input as well. Finance Director Lund asked for clarity on what she should present at the December 11th meeting. City Administrator Ulrich stated that he suggests that the staff recommended budget be presented, as it was tonight and if there are additional comments from the Council those could be made at the meeting. Councilmember Riley stated that he believes that the increases are too much and the decisions in this budget will have an impact on next year's budget. He stated that the personnel increases and bond sales will be built into the budget for next year and will provide a sizable increase to the budget without even discussing additional items that may be requested. Mayor LeTourneau stated that property values and additional homes and property constructed in the next year is also unknown. Councilmember Riley stated that he would also like to see an option presented which removes the three positions and reduces the budget by an additional $47,000. Mayor LeTourneau stated that the alternative should remain open and based on discussion rather than being that significant. 2.02: Review Administration of Enforcement of City Code Violations Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report. City Council Work Session /November 27, 2018 Page 6 of 7