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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, October 15,2012 Page 9 Councilmember McGehee opined that, from a management perspective, she thought those issues would be worked out during the design stages; noting that the current Capital Improvement Program (CIP) may not sufficiently address ongoing maintenance needs in the future. Councilmember McGehee further opined that an employee could be trained in on the process and coordinate activ- ities with Mr. Evenson in conjunction with Arizona State, allowing for one ad- ditional person as the keeper of design standards for the projects. Councilmem- ber McGehee opined that this was a new day for the Parks and Recreation De- partment moving forward in setting standards and branding goals over the next few years, and work would continue to escalate. Councilmember McGehee fur- ther opined that this responsibility should not be relegated to only a few availa- ble people; and while recognizing that Mr. Evenson brought his historical and technical expertise to the table, it would be advantageous to have someone with complementary skills to his. Councilmember McGehee opined that such a ma- jor project should not rely on a consultant,but be supported by in-house staff. Mayor Roe advised that staff could certainly take Councilmember McGehee's recommendations under advisement; noting that the entire process was evolv- ing, as well as the Public Works Asset Management Software Program and ap- plicable staffing and the expertise and management controls that would provide city-wide. Councilmember Willmus expressed his appreciation for Councilmember McGehee's observations and comments; suggesting that the discussion certainly may come forward down the road. Councilmember Willmus further recognized the response of Mr. Brokke for his and City Manager Malinen's consideration and background analysis of value of in-house staff versus consultants at this time. Councilmember Willmus spoke in support of staff's recommendation, opining that it appeared to be the best route indicated at this time. Councilmember Johnson echoed the remarks of Councilmember Willmus; and recognized the comments of Councilmember McGehee about future staff needs. However, Councilmember Johnson opined that now was not the time for that evaluation beyond that already done by staff prior to this recommendation. With a new City Council in place in the future, Councilmember Johnson opined that this would be sufficient time to address those needs. Councilmember John- son recognized the complexities of upfront planning, and spoke in support of staff's recommendation to seek outside consultation as the most cost-effective approach to utilize expertise for that planning. Councilmember Johnson con- curred that the design work and planning necessary for implementation required a vast amount of work to be done; and expressed his confidence in having ex- pert advice available moving forward; and reiterated his support of the recom- mendation.