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Regular City Council Minutes — 06!16!03 DRAF17 Minutes - Page 28 Department. Councilmember Maschka expressed his vehement support of this program, given their philosophy of operation and providing consequences to divert children from high -risk situations. Mayor Kysylyczyn reviewed the 2003 budgeted amount of $43,797, with a 1% variable escalator built- into contract, with Councilmember Maschka and Ms. Andrews clarifying contract criteria. Councilmember Kough spoke in support of the program, recognizing their exceptional work; suggesting that, given budget constraints, the contract request could be frozen at 2003 levels. Further discussion ensued regarding minor contract revisions with City Attorney Squires and Ms. Andrews committing to work together on any revisions at the Council's direction. Maschka moved, Kysylyczyn seconded, to maintain existing the funding process for the Northwest Youth and Family Services organization for the 2004 year. Councilmember Klausing expressed concern regarding the present budget situation with staff requested to present a no levy increase preliminary budget; and further stated that he would be voting against the motion at this rime, due to being requested to deal with this one item in a vacuum; and his need to put the request in the context of the entire budget., Mayor Kysylyczyn identified with Councilmember Klausing's comments; opining that he would prefer to cut Pathway funding to support this program, or trimming and reducing in other areas, but realized the need for NYFS to have their 2004 budget determined prior to completion of the City's budget process in December. Councilmember Maschka reiterated his support of the program, opining that it was one of the few programs we get more out of than put in.