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is a much cheaper alter�ative. The cameras currently used in the remote studio <br /> configuration are not #he best choice. They are adequate, but don't have the best <br /> lenses for distance shooting, such as even#s on stage. The new cameras are HD <br /> capable, resulting in a technically improved product, and they have more pflwerful <br /> zoom lenses. The cameras also record to video cards, which will save TJ signi#icant <br /> hours wt�en it comes #o rendering the video to his cQmputer for editing. The +old <br /> cameras will be repurposed. Two will be added to the public access pool, ar�d one <br /> wi11 be utilized by staff for interviews and b-roll shots #or Sports Den. <br /> • Office equipment includes rou#ine computer and software upgrades for offi�e <br /> computers. !t also inciudes a new copisr/printer. V11e are experiencing frequent <br /> problems with the current printer, and i# is expensive. The printer we have priced out <br /> is faster, has better coior, scans are free, and the annual maintenance contrac# will <br /> save us $2,000 a year (based on current usage mod�is.) We will also need #o <br /> replace the mor+itors in the front lobby. One has already ceased to function and a <br /> second turns itself off intermittently. <br /> • The building bond payment is included under capital expenditures, and represents <br /> $179,000 of the capital budget. <br /> Summarv <br /> • Operating expenses have been budgeted at $20,328 higher than in 2011. Of that, <br /> $14,000 is in the contingency line-item to cover possible increased personnel costs, <br /> $2,178 in benefits increases, one employee's finai step increase and associated <br /> taxes and PERA at $3,153, and general operating cos#s of $1,000. <br /> • The capital equipment budget is $51,000 higher than last year. <br /> • Even wi#h the increased expenditures, t e recommended 2012 budget is still 15% I <br /> lower than the 2009 budget. �� <br /> P. 3 <br /> 27 <br />