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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—JULY 20, 2009 13 <br /> Councilmember Holden encouraged the department to recognize that the financial <br /> times were tight. <br /> Fire Chief Adair stated he was aware of these concerns and that the department <br /> did continue to look at cost savings for the public. He further reviewed the budget <br /> numbers in detail with the Council. Fire Chief Adair explained that the funds <br /> earmarked for the new roof for Fire Station #1 would only be spent if needed. <br /> Councilmember McClung indicated he would be more comfortable with this item <br /> out of the budget with the understanding the Council would need to replace the <br /> roof if it fails. <br /> Fire Chief Adair indicated he could make this adjustment but would like <br /> something in writing with the City understanding that they would be responsible <br /> for the expense if needed. <br /> Mayor Harpstead indicated that after tonight's discussion, the Council was in <br /> favor of the new proposed staffing of the fire department. The Council asked for <br /> additional narrative within the budget to define the benefits to the community. It <br /> was also the consensus of the Council to omit the roof replacement line item from <br /> the 2010 budget with the understanding the City would be responsible for the <br /> expenses if needed. <br /> D. CIP — 2010-2014 <br /> Finance Director Iverson presented the City Council with the draft copy of the <br /> current CIP. She indicated it included years 20 10 through 2014 which allowed for <br /> greater analysis. Finance Director Iverson noted all items were brought to the <br /> Council except for utility infrastructure, the County Road E improvements and the <br /> office equipment/technology. <br /> Mayor Harpstead questioned what staff was looking for from the Council at this <br /> time. <br /> Finance Director Iverson stated staff was looking for direction for the budget as <br /> this will come back to the Council with the operating budget. She explained this <br /> was one of the first steps in the budget process. Finance Director Iverson <br /> indicated that she would make the necessary changes to the public safety budget as <br /> requested by the Council at tonight's meeting. <br />