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Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 27, 2015 Page 16 Chief O'Neill advised that many of the disposables used by the EMS were pro- vided through an equipment exchange program with Allina, but current discus- sions suggest they would prefer not to continue that arrangement, causing the City to absorb that cost in the future. Chief O'Neil noted the need to continue to re- view whether or not a change in the medical direction for the community is part of the future as alternatives were continued to be reviewed, with those costs drop- ping back to the Fire Department, and not currently covered. Consistent with past action by the City Council, Chief O'Neill noted the Fire De- partment would propose adding the new Fire Station to the McGough building maintenance contract at $8,000. Chief O'Neill reported that it was not done this year, as the current Fire Marshal served in that role performing most of their maintenance and saving substantial money for the City. However, Chief O'Neill noted the upcoming retirement of that position and need to provide some level of expertise and a suitable and professional replacement schedule provided and available from McGough. Councilmember McGehee asked the timeline for the Fire Department to complete the asset management program. Chief O'Neill advised that he didn't see its completion this year, even though ve- hicle maintenance schedules are included now. However, Chief O'Neill advised that he anticipated several additional categories being added this year, but would depend on the expertise provided by McGough and suggested it could be in place by this time next year. At the request of Councilmember Laliberte, Chief O'Neill advised that vehicles were included in the asset management program, but equipment had yet to be added, even though included on the CIP, with categories being buildings, equip- ment and fleet. At the request of Councilmember Etten, Chief O'Neill confirmed that the intent for the McGough maintenance contract would start with the staffing changeover, estimated to be approximately this time next year for that pending Fire Marshal retirement. Insurance (ISO) Ratings for the City were briefly addressed, with Mayor Roe and Chief O'Neill noting the Roseville ISO rating was the highest rating (Level 3) for a part-time department in the State of MN. Chief O'Neill advising that the only way to get a better rating (Level 2) was to bring on more full-time firefighters; with the next rating occurring in 2019/2020. c. Parks & Recreation Department Budget Presentation Parks & Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke summarized budget priorities and challenges as detailed in his written report.