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Parks Department Scheduled equipment replacement for the Parks department in 2026 include: • Replacement of 2011 F250 Pickup, estimated cost $80,000 • Replacement of 1999 John Deere rink maintenance tractor and attachments, estimated cost $58,000 • Replacement of 2012 Hydraulic tractor/sweeper, estimated cost $21,000 • Replacement of 2016 Line Lazer field painter, estimated cost $20,000 • Replacement of John Deere ice rink brooms, estimated cost $13,000 Police Department Scheduled equipment replacement for the Police department in 2026 include: • Replacement of 2017 Chevrolet Impala at an estimated cost of $58,000 • Drone program additional costs of $5,000 • Radar replacements $7,500 • Office furniture & carpet replacements $19,500 Fire Department Scheduled equipment replacement for the Fire department in 2026 include: • Assistant Chief vehicle replacement, estimated cost $62,000 • Hose accessory replacements of $7,300 Finance & Administration Scheduled equipment replacement for the Finance and Administration departments in 2026 include: • The cost of Election Machines and Equipment through Ramsey County is expected to be around $45,000 • Allowance for office, cubicle, and carpet updates is $50,000 Parks Improvement Fund The Parks Improvement Fund accounts for costs for replacement and large maintenance items needed for city owned park grounds and play equipment. There are no other significant park expenditures planned for Emeral, Salo, Trillium, or Silver Point Parks in 2026. Significant projected costs for 2026 are identified by location and listed below. Central Park After significant investments in Central Park as part of the 2025 street improvement project and ballfield netting, 2026 expected expenditures are limited to the recommended LED lighting upgrades at Central Park ball fields and school fields and stadiums. Water Tower Park LED lighting upgrades for the Tennis Courts are the only recommended costs for Water Tower Park. SUMMARY The proposed 2026 Capital Funds budgets align revenue sources with appropriate needs to ensure sustainability and sound financial reserves to safeguard the ability to maintain the City’s valuable assets. The budgets as presented are intended to support the City’s present level of services and maintain the City’s infrastructure for current and future community members.