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public sidewalks. The ability to make a “V” with the plow will allow us to keep roads and driveways between sidewalks cleaner rather than leaving windrows after the big plows have already gone by. Both of these accessories are budgeted at $4000. Ballfield Painter: The ballfield painter is scheduled to be replaced in 2019. The current painter has been a workhorse but is approaching the end if it’s useful life. The painter is used to paint ballfields, soccer fields, football fields, and volleyball courts for Canadian Days. Water and Sewer Budget Highlights GPS Device: As the City moves further in technology more tools are needed. Staff has budgeted $9,000 for a GPS device and software to allow for getting accurate GPS coordinates of items like curb stops and signs so they can be added to our GIS mapping. Eventually we will be able to record all of our routine and emergency maintenance work on the GIS system so we can readily reference it both at the PW shop and in the field remotely. Gate Valve Operator: Staff exercises all of the gate valves on our water main system each year in the spring. This involves dropping a wrench on the nut 6-18 feet deep and hand turning the wrench between 20 and 48 turns depending on the size of the valve. There are over 600 valves in the system and some are harder to turn than others. The repetitive nature of the work can lead to back, shoulder, or elbow problems. A gate valve operator allows the operator to mechanically turn the valve without having to turn the wrench. $7,000 has been budgeted for 2019 for a gate valve operator. Replacement of Sewer Truck: This is explained in detail as a separate item on the agenda. Pumps: We have budgeted $18,000 to replace a pump at the Sunset Court lift station and $18,000 to overhaul pump #2 at the Booster Station. The Sunset lift station is our dirtiest and heaviest flowing lift station and the pumps take a beating. The other pump was replaced in 2018. The Booster Station pumps need to be overhauled every five-to-six years. Pump #1 was overhauled last year. Rice Street Valves: $60,000 has been budgeted for the potential repair/replacement of the gate valves located in the section of Rice Street scheduled for reconstruction in 2021. Staff may have a contractor dig the valves up and either repair or replace them if necessary so that the work is completed ahead of the project and doesn’t slow down the project once it begins. Additional Considerations: The budget is the primary guide for expenditures throughout the year; however changes may be necessary due to unforeseen circumstances. Additional considerations for 2019 include: • Potential changes to the Law Enforcement Contract related to body cameras • Potential reduction in health insurance premiums if alternative plan is implemented