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age. He added that they also keep track of what they are spending on repairs for each vehicle, and he can share this with the Council if needed. Mayor Heineman explained that pushing off some of these capital requests, like vehicles, could cause the same item to cost much more in the future. Councilmember Buscher added that when vehicles are replaced, the old vehicle is still being used, likely in another department. Councilmember Olson asked if the Council could see an example of a rating sheet. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby said he can bring this back. Police Chief Bluml reviewed the Police Department requests, including replacing a 2021 Dodge Charger with a 2026 Ford Explorer, replacing a 2016 Acadia with a 2026 Durango, a new unmanned aerial vehicle, and three new flock cameras. He added that there were also other requests that the department had, but they have been removed and will be requested in future years. Councilmember Buscher asked if they would need to request more office space if the new Investigator position is approved. Police Chief Bluml said they are currently out of offices, so they would need more office space or to convert the existing conference room into office space. Councilmember Specht asked if they would be able to utilize any of the open office space on the other side of the building. Police Chief Bluml said they could look into this. He noted that he does not think they would be able to have computers on that side of the building. Fire Chief Kohner shared the Fire Department requests, including replacing a 2017 Ford Explorer with a 2026 Ford Explorer, replacing a 2013 Chevy Tahoe with a 2026 Chevy Tahoe, replacing three thermal image cameras, replacing a 2008 Rosenbauer Fire Engineer with a 2026 model to be received in 2027, and replacing the 2011 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles. He explained that the SCBAs are what firefighters wear to protect themselves from fires, toxic atmospheres, or a lack of oxygen when responding to a fire. He also shared the request to replace two of the 17 emergency sirens throughout the City in 2026. Councilmember Buscher noted that it is the Council's job to balance the requests for Staff and the tax impact on the residents. She added that a lot of Staff are also residents who do not want their taxes to increase greatly. Recess and Reconvene The meeting recessed at 6:55 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m. City Council Work Session / July 8, 2025 Page 6 of 9