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. . . City Council Minutes August 14, 2006 Page 5 Chief Beahen noted that he has no staff requests for the 2007 budget. Ms. Johnson stated that at some point they will need additional administrative support to help with time sheets, coding invoices. Councilmember Dietz asked if staff has been able to keep up with the reporting. Chief Beahen stated that they are currendy a week behind. He noted that his presentation on the new public safety records system will address that issue. Councilmember Motin asked how the Pinewood Golf Course was doing. Ms. Johnson explained that there were some startup costs for improvements, but that business at the clubhouse and concessions has been good. They have received compliments that the facility is well-maintained and customer service is good. She stated they will have more information regarding numbers when the season ends. "f. ~ Councilmember Dietz stated that he has also received compliments regarding how well- maintained the facility is. Chief West complimented Gary Lore and Butch Pelarski for their work on the buildings to address building and fire code issues. Councilmember Motin also noted he has received favorable comments that the building looks well-maintained inside and out. 2007 Capital Ouday Requests Police Department - Captain Rolfe provided information regarding their request for squads, cameras and computers. Fire Department - Chief West stated that the tanker truck being requested would have a life of approximately 20 years. Mark Thompson noted that the tanker is shared in the off season for various watering purposes. Streets Department - Phil Hals reviewed his revised request for trucks and equipment. Ms. Johnson noted that an update will be provided regarding the roof replacement. Councilmember Dietz asked if some of the equipment requested could be purchased with 2006 monies. Ms. Johnson stated that staff will have that information in December. Chief Beahen gave a presentation regarding a public safety records management software proposal for the 2007 budget. He provided background information regarding their existing system, its limitations, and steps which led to this proposal to replace their existing system with the new LETG system, which is CIBERS compliant. He explained how the system works and capabilities. Chief Beahen reviewed the benefits and goals of implementing the new system, cost of the project, and a possible grant opportunity. He sated that the total project cost would be $277,000. He suggested purchasing the mobile piece with the ticket writer for $50,000 in 2006. Chief Beahen stated that upgrades would be provided free of charge, but that there is a maintenance agreement required which covers staff monitoring, research and development. Councilmember Farber asked what the cost would be converting existing data to the new system. Chief Beahen estimated the cost would be $6,000 - $10,000.