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31 <br />B. Small tools. Mr. Volk explained that this includes, but <br />is not limited to, nuts, bolts, shovels, wire, etc. <br />He explained that public works spends at least $11,000.00 <br />a year on these items and that the current budgeted <br />figure is not realistic. Mr. Reinert asked if there was <br />any problem with theft. Mr. Volk felt that they have <br />experienced little theft. The reason for this stems from <br />the fact that the current policy on overnight check -out <br />of items seems to be effective. <br />C. Professional services. Mr. Volk explained that this <br />particular line item includes hiring outside <br />professionals like TKDA or SEH. Installing a new pin for <br />the Trojan Loader was included in this line item. <br />D. Rented Equipment. Basically, this includes the salt /sand <br />mixer. <br />E. Materials for roads. Mr. Volk explained that there is <br />not much that can be done with these line item figures <br />unless less materials is put down on the roads. <br />1. Overlays - The expense of this can be eliminated <br />only if a Pavement Management Plan (PMS) is <br />adopted. The PMS would allow for the assessing of <br />reconstruction of roads to benefited property <br />owners. Currently, the City pays for <br />reconstruction out of tax levy dollars. <br />2. Gravel - Costs may be high next year due to the <br />fact that Elmcrest south of Main Street may have to <br />be graveled. <br />F. Street lights. All new subdivisions have street lights <br />which is becoming more expensive. Mr. Volk recommended <br />looking into a street light utility program instead of <br />paying for lighting through tax levy dollars. <br />G. Contracted services. Elmcrest bridge must be replaced. <br />Cost of the project is projected at $160,000.00 and the <br />City's share is approximately $35,000.00. <br />H. Capital outlay. Mr. Volk explained that these items were <br />included in the Capital Improvement Plan and that he will <br />prioritize the list at a later date. <br />Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Volk to check into leasing instead <br />of purchasing. <br />PAGE 2 <br />1 <br />