2018-07-16 City Council Workshop MinutesA1bcrtvij�E
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
Monday, July 16, 2018
APPROVED MINUTES
1. Fire Relief Review
Bullen stated the Albertville Fire Relief Association has asked for information on the pension
reserve. He stated that the fund is being funded to the point they would like it to be.
Nafstad described the purpose of the pension reserve fund and what the city is required to do if the
Relief's investments fall below 80% of their liabilities. Bullen stated there had been a request for the
money to be given to the Relief. Nafstad explained that without the reserve fund the city would
need take from other funds or levy to fund a shortage.
2. Fire Capital
Bullen reported Council had asked staff to look at options for changing the fire capital improvement
plan. An engine, a tender, and a ladder were originally scheduled for replacement over the next
several years. However, they pushed out replacement of the tender. Staff has come up with two
options for replacement.
Bullen reported he has put the engine replacement at 15 years, ladder at 20 years, and a tender at 20
yrs. He stated it reduces the end cost of overall replacement. He stated that the current assumed
lifespan of the engine is 30 years. He stated that length of lifespan is not realistic especially when
assuming repairs, upkeep, and technology updates.
He stated that the Fire Advisory Committee reviewed many options and spreadsheets. Staff has two
options. The first is to keep the current capital improvement schedule. The other is to look at
buying multiple vehicles at one time. They would possibly be able to purchase all with a discount.
Bullen reviewed several of the options available for funding both options.
Bullen stated there are some issues with the current fleet and there are needed safety updates. He
also showed options for different ladder lengths.
Council discussed funding options for purchasing multiple vehicles at one time and asked staff to
come back with more details.
Hendrickson stated that since hiring a full-time Fire Chief they have the resources to look and dig
deeper into these issues than before and it is appreciated.
3. Adjournment
Motioned by, seconded by, to adjourn the meeting at 10:10 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking,
Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED.
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Respectfully submitted,
Kimb ly A. odena, City Clerk
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Workshop Meeting of July 16, 2018