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3. Keepin� currentwith technolo�ychanges We try to take advantage of technology to make our workforce more effective and efficient. We will need resources to keep current with the pace of change. 4. The expanded and remodeled space for maintenance material storase/sta�ins While the location of Public Works facility is ideal to deploy our crews around the City, the space for staging and stockpilingmaterials is minimal. 5. Trail fundin� to complete svstem plan Over the years we ha�e been developingpathways along major roads and within city parks. We receive many requests to e�tend this pathway networkbut do not ha�e sufficientfunding to program these requests. 6. Buildin� facilities mana�ement/maintenance Establishing routine maintenance will e�tend the life of our facilities. We need to develop a plan, to e�tend the useful life of our facilities and facility systems. OPPORTUNITIES 1. Sharing/ coonerationwith other iurisdictions Many otherjurisdictions are e�periencing the same budgetary concerns that we are. Otherjurisdictions ha�e the same servicesthat we do. We can work with our neighboring cities, county and state agencies to pool our resources to address some of our service needs. Attrition of staff onening door to more technolosy Over the next few years there will be retirements in our workforce. When we review the vacant positions, we can seek candidates with complimentary skills. 3. Grants, cost sharin�with or from other a�encies There are many grant opportunities a�ailable to government agencies. Otherjurisdictions provide similar services and oversight and are under like budget constraints. In order to fund e�sting or new programs, we can look at e�ploring a11 funding opportunities. 4. Lon�-termwater contractor other source We are negotiating our water supply contract with St. Paul Water to ensure a safe, superior, reliable supply for many years to come. 5. Tap retired communitv to assist in cleanup effort There is an increased e�pectation that we more actively maintain our right- of- ways. We could take advantage of Roseville's aging demographics and develop a volunteer program for retirees where they would adopt areas of the City to clean up. 6. More nublic educationregarding citv services/levels Satisfaction with city servicesbegins with good communication and education about what we do and offer. 7. Fundin� onnortunities — fees, utilities Future challenges may require broadening our funding toolbox. 8. Traffic con�estion is a statewide concern. Because this is a regional issue we can take advantage of news coverage to educate the public on the issues facing the City of Roseville. We need to work closely with regional and state government to e�pand the transportation network while protecting Roseville as a destination with good access, rather than a pass-through city. We need to work cooperatively to develop transit hubs within Roseville.