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II III -2- Projected Cost of Conversion Squads $975 x 2 = $1,950 Pickups $925 x 2 = 1,850 Rodder $5,800 It is expected that after assisting with the conversion of one of the vehicles, the City mechanic will be able to perform all other conversions in-house, thus, saving approximately $1,000 which would result in a total projected conversion cost of $4,800. Tank and Pump Installation Cost The tank and pumping equipment is normally supplied by the propane supplier at no cost. The City would be responsible for providing electricity, a light if necessary, and fencing with four inch posts per the Fire Code. These items are expected to cost between $500 and $1,000 depending upon how much work can be done by our own personnel. Recommendation Assuming that all but one conversion will be performed by the City mechanic, the tank and pump installation will cost $11000, and Council` agrees with the staff recommendation on the vehicles to be converted, the cost of conversion would be approximately $5,800 with an approxi- mate $5,287 savings in fuel cost, thus, resulting in a net cost to the City in the first year of $513. This first year net cost would easily be recouped in the second year with the City experiencing an overall savings. Therefore, staff would recommend Council modify the 1983 budget to provide for propane conversion at the first of the year for the vehicles listed. At the present time staff is aware or counties having converted partly would encourage you to contact the about the value of propane. Lino Lakes Shakopee Ramsey County Highway Dept. Edina Brooklyn Park Inver Grove Heights Roseville m of the following metro cities or entirely to propane and if you have any reservations Spring Lake Park Hopkins Richfield Chaska Forest Lake New Brighton Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please let me know. DFP/Pf