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COUNCIL MINUTES July 8,1996 Mr. Schumacher stated he will have Ms. Vaske investigate all options. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL CENTENNIAL FIRE DISTRICT REPORT AND 1997 BUDGET, CHIEF MILO BENNETT Chief Milo Bennett referred to the 1995 Annual Report and the 1997 Operating Budget. He summarized the 1995 Annual Report and stated that goals for 1996 include improving the preplan program further with more information concerning hazards in the buildings, complete the lowering of the ISO rating, and to develop a carbon monoxide alarm educational program. Council Member Kuether stated there has been a lot of publicity about another community beginning safety camp for children five (5) years old. She asked how Chief Bennett selected after the age group that completed 3rd grade to begin safety camp. Chief Bennett indicated that he has not heard of any safety camps beginning at age five (5). He stated that 3rd grade is when children can learn and retain what they have learned. Council Member Kuether asked why bike safety classes are in August and not June. Chief Bennett explained that August is when the presenters are available. Council Member Kuether stated the City needs a safety camp and bike rodeo. Council Member Kuether asked how many defibrillators does his department own. Chief Bennett indicated there will be four (4) defibrillators. That particular tool needs specific training. He noted it is very beneficial Council Member Lyden asked about problems regarding a visual address on citizens homes. Chief Bennett explained that without a visual address, time is wasted trying to reach an emergency. Council Member Lyden suggested the address issue could be pro -actively dealt with in the City's newsletter. Chief Bennett stated the issue will be better dealt with one on one. Chief Bennett stated that the 1997 Budget has been presented to the City Administrator and Steering Committee. He asked for Council approval of the 1997 Budget. He stated he is asking for just over a one-quarter (1/4) of one percent increase. He noted the outlined areas which indicated there was significant change from 1996. The net effect is $1,330.00 increase. He noted the Fire Department does have volunteers so there is a smaller effect on salaries. Council Member Kuether stated that the Fire Department is doing a great job. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the Annual Centennial Fire District Report and 1997 Budget. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 4 •