4.1. DRAFT MINUTES (2 SETS) 08-17-2015

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Special Meeting of the Elk River City Council Held at the Elk River City Hall Monday, August 10, 2015 Members Present: Mayor Dietz, Councilmembers Olsen, Burandt, Westgaard, and Wagner Members Absent: None Staff Present: Police Chief Ron Nierenhausen, Administrative Captain Bob Kluntz, Patrol Captain Darren McKernan, Finance Director Tim Simon, Fire Chief T. John Cunningham, Deputy Chief Aaron Surratt, Parks and Recreation Director Michael Hecker, Recreation Manager Steve Benoit, Interim Lead Park Maintenance Worker Josh Baas, Street Superintendent Mark Thompson, Community Operations and Development Director Suzanne Fischer, Arena Manager Rich Czech, and Executive Secretary/Deputy City Clerk Jessica Miller 1.Call Meeting to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Dietz. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. 2016 Budget Various staff reviewed their budgets and goals as outlined in the staff report. Police Mayor Dietz questioned the increase for telephones. Chief Nierenhausen indicated the increase is due to the purchase of additional smartphones for staff. He noted email and internet access has been an asset for employees. The uniform allowance increase was discussed. Chief Nierenhausen stated the increase is due to the purchase of additional soft body armor vests. He explained purchases are timed with the expiration dates of current vests and potential grant funding. Fire Chief Cunningham indicated the Fire Academy’s second year has been successful but staff would like to evaluate the program before continuing with the program. He explained the department would like to create a business model and market the program to other communities.