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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - June 12,2000 3 . Mr. Post stated that due to the high cost of this lift station conversion, a delayed schedule of conversion phases might be considered. Councilmember Larson asked whether the larger commercial operations might be dumping storm water. Mr. Stafford stated he has been suspicious of one area, but Staff will have a clearer picture when the televising inspection program results are analyzed. Mr. Post stated that the next area of significance is the City's parks. He added that Staff, in cooperation with the Parks & Recreation Committee, is supportive of preparing a long-range strategic park plan with respect to replacement of facilities. Councilmember Larson stated that, in his opinion, it is a good idea to review the City's parks system and identify small parks that could be eliminated and the funds used to enhance other existing parks. Mayor Probst stated that demographics may have changed in certain areas and the existing park facilities no longer meet the neighborhood's demands. . Councilmember Rem asked whether the Comprehensive Plan included a maintenance schedule for play areas. Mr. Post stated there was a play structure replacement schedule. Councilmember Rem asked whether all parks are on designated park land. She noted that there had been a similar controversy over parkland near Arden Manor. Councilmember Grant asked how the Parks & Recreation Committee received the strategic park plan idea. Mr. Moore stated the committee expressed unanimous approval of the plan. Mr. Post stated that the final item of significance is the replacement of the City's tanker truck. He added this is an costly, specialized piece of equipment. He noted the City's existing tanker truck needs extensive repair. Mr. Post stated, in conclusion, that the last page of his memo represents a summary of the 2001 budget process. He noted the postponement of two (2) major projects: the Ingerson neighborhood project and construction of City Hall have thus far had the most dramatic impact on the 2000 Budget. Mayor Probst stated, with regard to leveling expenditures, that some funds can not be spent in increments. He asked if expenditures could be leveled out so that the grand total is not warped by the two (2) building projects. Councilmember Larson asked whether the tanker truck cost might be shared with another community. Mr. Stafford stated that the truck is used every day in the winter to flood rinks, and most days in the spring, summer and fall to water trees and gardens. Councilmember Grant asked whether the residential water meter replacement program was still estimated at $50,000 for replacements in 2001. Mr. Post stated that the total project is estimated at $450,000, and will not be completed based on the current pace of meter installation. .