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<br /> ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION MINUTES <br /> NOVEMBER 19, 2001 2 <br /> . This contract would include the maintenance of our server, systems integration <br /> and installation, problem solving, hardware maintenance and configuration, <br /> software updates, up-to-date virus protection, desktop operation support for <br /> employees that are having problems with a particular file or problem, fiber, <br /> linking other various parts of the City Hall, training, review of possible future <br /> software and recommendations, and the continued hosting of the City's email and <br /> web server. Mr. Parrish indicated the contract would also support the internet <br /> faxing and internet email. <br /> Staffwas directed to move forward with this item as presented. <br /> PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT <br /> City Administrator Lynch indicated our recreation budget has grown so much that our <br /> charitable gambling revenue cannot cover the recreation operating deficit; therefore, he <br /> has asked Park and Recreation Director Moore and Recreation Supervisor Olson to try to <br /> cut program expenses. They could potentially eliminate programs such as the summer <br /> playground and/or eliminate the special events programs, and bring our recreation <br /> brochure in-house (proposed overall program cuts would be $14,000) or ask the City <br /> Council to propose a tax levy to support approximately $15,000 for recreation. <br /> . Mr. Lynch indicated subcontractor Skyhawks increased this year's recreation costs, as <br /> well as off-site brochure publication. (The publication costs went from $12,500 to <br /> approximately $25,000. Skyhawks increased their costs by $6,000). Mr. Moore <br /> indicated he has seen an increase in community based programs, such as the playground <br /> program, Easter Egg Hunt, etc. Because participation in those programs has increased, <br /> our costs have increased. <br /> Revenues from charitable gambling goes to public safety capital (40%) and Parks and <br /> Recreation (60%). <br /> Lois Rem asked if we are going to face a location problem due to the loss of the Army <br /> Reserve Center. <br /> Mr. Post said the use of the Army Reserve Center for classes has previously saved the <br /> program school district building coordinator costs. <br /> Mayor Probst indicated we now have City Hall to host some class activities. <br /> Councilmember Larson noted he would like to see current budget recreation numbers. <br /> Councilmember Grant agreed. Mayor Probst asked Mr. Moore to collect this information <br /> and discuss this item further when these numbers are available. <br /> . <br />