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October 14, 2025 St. Anthony Council Work Session - 4 Council would need to accept the donation to move forward. When all details have been finalized, staff will bring the project to Council for consideration. Ms. Maloney shared a spreadsheet of the Park Improvement Fund. Councilmember Jenson noted we overran the plan by several hundred thousand dollars and asked where the money came from to pay for those. Ms. Maloney stated that one source would be the 2024 excess fund balance, donations, and grants. Mr. Yunker clarified that the capital funds work differently from the general funds. The capital funds levy helps the cash flow over several years because it is not known when replacement is needed. Councilmember Doolan asked if this is the only time Council will be seeing these fund balances in the budget cycle, and Ms. Maloney stated that any larger projects will be brought before Council. The plan will be approved by the Council at an upcoming meeting. Councilmember Doolan asked about the equipment uplifts and if the energy action plan is used when making these purchases. Ms. Maloney stated the police department bought a hybrid vehicle this year and plans to continue if things go well with the new vehicle. Councilmember Doolan asked about the fire department roof replacement and assumed that it is the portion of the roof that would not change if we moved forward with a safety facility. Ms. Maloney stated that an addition would be added to the existing building. Mr. Yunker stated that the building cannot have a second story due to the way it was constructed. Councilmember Doolan asked about the improvements to the liquor store. Ms. Maloney stated that it is for the maintenance of the liquor store buildings. For the police department, the actual expenses are the full cost, and the revenue side includes partner sharing. Councilmember Elnagdy asked about the capital equipment fund budget at $150,000 with an actual of $500,000. Ms. Maloney stated there was a revenue source, including partner contributions. Councilmember Elnagdy asked about the costs for ice rink maintenance and equipment. There have been discussions about whether three rinks are needed. Mr. Yunker stated the cost would remain as the equipment is still needed for the rinks that are offered. Councilmember Elnagdy stated she does not believe the City needs to offer the rinks. She asked about how the warming houses would be used. Councilmember Randle asked why the pickleball courts and the dog parks are still in the park improvement plan. Mr. Yunker stated the PEC wanted to include them if there are funds available. Ms. Maloney reviewed what was included in the Park Improvement Plan. Mr. Yunker stated that it is a continuation of the change to LED lighting. Mayor Webster stated she had noted under the Parks Improvement Fund the money to maintain the ice rinks. The ice rinks can be discussed later in tonight’s meeting after the Capital Funds Budget discussion. Councilmember Doolan asked if the 1999 equipment is still functional and can work for a few more years. Mr. Yunker stated this is a plan and a placeholder. We evaluate when and what should be purchased up to the point where it is purchased. This makes sure there are sufficient financial resources available. Councilmember Randle asked how many ice rinks there are in the City. Mr. Yunker stated there are 3 rinks with 6 sheets of ice. Councilmember Doolan stated we need to look at the services offered and the return on investment. She would like to see the ROI on the LED light options. 6