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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 23, 2013 SERVICES existence for 36 years. The organization began when 10 cities came together and pooled dollars to provide services in a collaborative manner. 9 of these cities are still participating. The primary population served by NYFS is 5 to 21 year olds but, they have also learned that the entire family must be involved. Fromatka indicated that NYFS has a $3.6 million annual budget, and the three program areas they provide address mental health, youth development and day treatment. Hromatka then expanded on the service components of each of these program areas. Hromatka informed the Council that services are assured for all residents of the nine participating cities, regardless of an individual's ability to pay. He indicated that NYFS goals for participants are to improve educational attainment, prepare them to be part of an effective workforce and better citizens. Hromatka indicated that the services provided by NYFS result in reduced costs to the public given that negative behaviors are addressed and participants redirected in a positive manner. Hromatka also noted that the support provided by NYFS allows the organization to leverage other resources in the form of grants. He then reviewed a service summary comparison for 2011 and the first nine months of 2012 and estimated that for the City's $14,856 investment, over $100,000 of resources served Little Canada residents. Hromatka then summarized 2012 highlights for the NYFS organization, noting that it has merged with White Bear Lake Area Community Counseling Center (WBLACCC), which expands the services provided by NYFS to 15 municipalities and 5 school districts. NYFS is also providing diversion for all of Ramsey County through the County Attorney's office. Hromatka went on to explain the corporate partnerships that NYFS has with companies such as Land 0' Lakes, Boston Scientific, and US Bank. NYFS is also using social media as one tool to communicate with clients. NYFS continues to work on ensuring its financial sustainability. With regard to the future, Hromatka noted the challenges and opportunities of having a larger service area, the impacts that the Affordable Care Act will have on NYFS, the potential for constricted funding given the potential for fewer available dollars, and the evolving community. Hromatka also listed NYFS partnerships, noting that the organization is active with all its partners. Blesener asked about the larger service area. Hromatka indicated that NYFS is encouraged and excited to expand the area it serves, and noted that the organization has a staff of 50 full -time employees, 20 part -time, 2