2F, 2012 Fall Community Cleanup Day Update

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Historically, Arden Hills has provided four public works staff for the event plus a loader, while Shoreview provides six public works staff plus an additional nine staff people to organize the event, help with the lines, ring up fees, and take money. The public works staff is provided in- kind by the two cities; however, Shoreview does charge Arden Hills for 1/3 of the cost of putting on the event, plus 1/3 of the cost of the additional nine staff people. Through discussions with Shoreview staff, they would like to try offering the event free of charge to residents, meaning no fees would be collected on the day of the event. This would mean being able to eliminate much of the staff dedicated to this task on the day of, but also may help bolster participation. Additionally, most of the backups and wait times associated with the cleanup day are because of the vehicle inspection and fee collection process. Not collecting fees would eliminate the need for vehicle inspections as well. Arden Hills has historically collected approximately $2,000 in fees on the day of the event, which would not be collected if fees were not charged; however, the staffing costs would also decrease. The proposed recycling budget and recycling fees that have been proposed for 2013 reflect this adjustment. The changes would have no impact on the general fund or budget, only the recycling budget,which is an enterprise fund. If after 2013, it is determined that collecting fees is preferred the two cities can decide to begin collecting them again. City of Arden Hills October 15, 2012 Work Session Meeting Page 2 of 2