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-� CITY OF E 8R'. 1906 MEMO 14669 Fitzgerald Avenue North, Hugo, MN55038 • (651) 762-6300 • www.ci.hugo.mn.us To: Bryan Bear, City Administrator From: Scott Anderson, Public Works Director Date: For the December 19, 2016 City Council Meeting Subject: Approval of Hiring Neal Nelson as Public Works Apprentice In 2007, the City Council created an apprenticeship program for the Public Works Department. The intent was to create an opportunity to hire talented individuals and give them an opportunity to train with the Hugo Public Works Department. This allows the City of Hugo's Public Works Department to hire individuals at a reduced rate of pay while they learn all aspects of Public Works. Staff's desire is that this program will create employees that are true assets to the Public Works Department while saving the City significant money on salaries. For the past 2 summers, Seasonal Employee Neal Nelson has worked for the Public Works Department. During this time, he has displayed the type of qualities that were envisioned when the apprentice program was created. He has indicated his interest in public works and has demonstrated through his actions that he would be an asset to the Public Works Department. An apprentice position was included in the approved 2017 General Budget. With Council approval, Neal would begin his career with the City of Hugo on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Staff seeks approval from the City Council to appoint Neal Nelson to the Public Works Apprentice Program.