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Mounds View City Council October 11, 1999 Regular Meeting Page 6 Council Member Stigney questioned the reimbursement of mileage for City business. He noted staff vehicles were available for these purposes, and it was City policy these vehicles be utilized for City business where appropriate or applicable. He inquired why a staff vehicle had not been utilized. City Administrator Whiting explained that the number of staff vehicles have been reduced, and the Department of Public Works pickup truck is being utilized by Assistant Pittman. He stated it was his decision to allow Mr. Ulrich to utilize his personal vehicle. Council Member Stigney suggested the use of staff vehicles be revisited by the Council. Council Member Stigney noted an item listed on Page 3 of the Just and Correct Claims, which indicated a check made payable to Elegant Times Catering, Youth Chairs, and inquired regarding the nature of this expense. City Administrator Whiting stated Elegant Times Catering was the caterer for the Community Center. He was not certain what the youth chairs were utilized for, however, he would look into this matter. Council Member Stigney noted an item listed on Page 6 of the Just and Correct Claims, which indicated a check made payable to Superior Ford in the amount of $21,099.00, and inquired regarding the nature of this expense. City Administrator Whiting explained this amount was for the replacement of a water truck, which had been driven or pushed into the golf course pond by vandals. Council Member Stigney inquired regarding the disposition of the vandalized truck. City Administrator Whiting explained the damaged truck had been removed from the pond, cleaned up, and made operable. He stated this was an older City vehicle, and would be removed from inventory. Council Member Marty inquired if this vehicle was insured. City Administrator Whiting stated it was, however, the deductible was $10,000. Council Member Stigney stated it was his understanding that the vandalized truck was a golf course vehicle, and not a Public Works truck. City Administrator Whiting stated the new truck was a replacement for the damaged truck, which was orange, and most likely a Public Works Department water truck. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To approve the Consent Agenda for Item A as presented. Ayes— 5 Nays—0 Motion carried. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None.