2016.02.08 CC Packet Goal Setting

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White Bear Lake Settlement Agreement. The agreement impacts Hugo, and the council has taken a position on it. The implementation of the agreement is a continuing focus this year, as we work with the DNR to create a proper tracking system to show how we will conserve 17% of our water usage. Regional water studies are being finalized that include the City of Hugo. Staff is participating on the DNR's advisory team for the new Groundwater Management Area. Staff is also collaborating with Met Council staff on their feasibility study for surface water alternatives in the NE Metro. In addition, staff is working with 5 other cities on a study to combine municipal water systems together. We are discussing alternative ideas for using surface water, and encouraging additional studies be conducted. We are also monitoring progress on the USGS study which will be released in September. The Met Council is also studying aquifer sustainability and stormwater re -use. Hugo's water supply plan must be updated and submitted to DNR and Met Council this year. Presentations. Staff is routinely asked to give presentations on water related topics to all sorts of organizations and agencies all around the state. While this is an effective method of delivering our message and influencing the discussion, it is extremely time consuming. Fire Department: Ambulance Service. This change has been implemented to North Memorial. Staff will provide a report to the Council that evaluates the performance of this new service. We will have regular meetings with the ambulance manger to improve service delivery and adjust our response with the Fire Department accordingly. Leadership Development Program. The Fire Chief would like to continue to provide leadership training for individuals who are advancing within the Fire Department. Staff will also continue implementation of a performance review system. Staffing. Fire Department leadership will continue expansion of recruitment and retention efforts with the goal of increasing staffing levels. CIP. The Fire Chief will review the Capital Improvement Program for changes and additions. In particular, the Chief and Finance Director have developed a long term strategy that would allow for a 1991 pumper/tanker truck to be replaced with a ladder truck when it reaches the end of its 30 -year life cycle. Automated External Defibrillators. The Fire Department is working on a strategy to position AED's throughout the city, and also to create a fast -response program for cardiac arrest victims. Police: Staffing. A new deputy has been added into the scheduling rotation beginning in January. Discussion will continue with the Sheriff's Office on provisions for future needs, such as an investigator position.