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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 8 Mayor Klausing suggested that future City Council discussions could focus on whether the proposed rate structure was encouraging conservation by commercial users. Roe moved, Klausing seconded, adoption of Resolution No.10666 entitled, "Resolution Establishing the 2009 Utility Rates," as detailed in "Schedule A." Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. Mayor Klausing thanked staff for taking the initiative to encourage water conser- vation in the community. b. Consider Adopting a Resolution regarding Fire Relief Association 5-Year Vesting By-Law Amendment City Manager Malinen highlighted the staff report, and previous vote at the Rose- ville Fire Relief Association meeting held on January 28, 2007, where the mem- bership voted and approved a bylaw change reducing the minimum vesting period from 10 years to five years; and recent completion of an actuarial study of the fi- nancial impact of this proposed change by the Association. Mr. Malinen noted that Fire Chief Rich Gasaway and Fire Administration representative Jim Tschida were present if the City Council had any questions. City Manager Malinen noted that it was the recommendation of the Fire Admini- stration and staff that the City Council DENY this by law change and retain the vesting period at 10 years. Klausing moved, Willmus seconded, DENIAL of a resolution adopting proposed changes to the Roseville Fire Department Relief Association Bylaws to allow five-year vesting. Mayor Klausing noted that the issue of retaining firefighters was an ongoing con- cern; however, opined that there was also a tremendous investment in training; and supported denial as a prudent measure by the City. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. c. Consider Authorizing Staff to Issue a Request for Proposal for Update of Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Parks and Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke provided a presentation, reviewing the background of the Parks and Recreation program and facilities developed dur-