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79 <br />80 Member Mueller proposed considering used equipment as a costsaving option. <br />81 <br />82 Mr. Freihammer explained the challenges of acquiring used equipment, <br />83 including the need for inspections and transportation. He stated that the cost of <br />84 a new machine is high compared to its usage, and noted leasing could be a more <br />85 costeffective option. Healso discussed the logistics of moving equipment and <br />86 the limitations of their current setup. <br />87 <br />88 Member Mueller proposed exploring a partnership with Ramsey County to <br />89 manage the leaf site, allowing residents to bring leaves for hauling. She <br />90 suggested that this could be a more convenient option for residents and better <br />91 meet their needs. <br />92 <br />93 Member Brokaw Palalay supported the idea and suggested exploring other <br />94 options for leaf removal, including curbside collection, as seenin Minneapolis. <br />95 <br />96 Mr. Freihammer confirmed that vendors are required to provide leaf waste <br />97 services,but mentioned the high costs and limited capacity. <br />98 <br />99 Chair Ficek inquired about the possible use of the leaf site for other City needs, <br />100 such as amaintenance center space. <br />101 <br />102 Mr. Freihammer explained the changes in tree management and the challenges <br />103 of hauling wood debris to other locations. He discussed the potential for using <br />104 the site for large storm debris, but noted the limitations associated withdifferent <br />105 operations. He emphasized the lack of options in Roseville due to the city’s <br />106 builtout status and the advantages of the Kent Site and Environmental Center. <br />107 <br />108 Chair Ficek suggestedusing the fall season to gather more data on site usage <br />109 and explore options for leaf management. <br />110 <br />111 Mr. Freihammer mentioned it could be an option to have a pilot project to gather <br />112 more data on site usage and contractor compliance. <br />113 <br />114 Member Mueller highlighted the importance of gathering more data before <br />115 deciding to close the site. <br />116 <br />117 Resident Gordie Dahlen inquired about the cost of repairing the current <br />118 equipment. <br />119 <br />120 Mr. Freihammer estimated the cost to be approximately $10,000 for sheet metal <br />121 repairs. <br />122 <br />123 Member Mueller questioned the City’s approach to providing equipment <br />124 through ownership rather than leasing or outsourcing services. <br />Page 3of 4 <br />Qbhf!:4!pg!:15 <br /> <br />