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BUDGET WORKSESSION AUGUST 8, 1996 at this time the Park Board is searching for a parcel of 60 or 80 acres for the complex. The Park Board has already conducted an extensive search for such land. Council Member Lyden said that he felt the first issue is what is land worth. Barry Bernstein presented the 1997 warming house /playground programs. He requested a wage increases for leaders of these programs. He noted that salaries of staff will also increase. He discussed the need for a teen program as well as a transitional program. He is now considering a Lino Lakes part-time person and a North Metro Recreation part-time person. Mr. Bernstein discussed a proposed Partnership Recreation Program to begin January 1, 1997. He listed the provisions of the Partnership. At this point, only the initial meeting has been held and he is very excited about the possibilities of the program. The intent is to operate the Program in the same manner as the Centennial Fire District. Council Member Neal said he is in favor of anything that will make money. Council Member Kuether felt that if the resources of three (3) cities are combined, there should be more service for each dollar. Mr. Asleson noted that this program would eliminate the competition between the cities. Council Member Kuether asked if some of the recreation programs make money for the City, Mr. Bernstein said yes, however, playground programs, warming house attendants and performances in the parks are all supported by the General Fund. He noted that about 95% to 98% of the programs break even. It was suggested that a special revenue fund be created to keep track of program costs and income. Mr. Bernstein will be coming back to Council with additional information about the Partnership Recreation Program. Mr. Bernstein explained that fall soccer just started and there are over 200 participants. It will be the biggest program this fall. FORESTRY DEPARTMENT Mr. Asleson explained that developer escrow dollars are used to purchase and plant boulevard trees. No additional funding is being requested for this department. GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS Mr. DeWolfe noted that all City buildings must comply with the ADA standards. A recent study indicated that most ADA standards are addressed. Capital Outlay - Mr. DeWolfe noted the need for an additional storage building of at least 5,000 square feet. Mayor Landers asked if/when the City Center is built, will the Public Works Department stay at its current location. It was determined that it probably would stay on Main Street. Mr. DeWolfe explained that in the future he is looking at enlarging and upgrading the shop. Council Member Kuether noted that it should include an air exchanger. PAGE 11