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to get the Center open and operating, but would not fulfill future requirements . He also pointed out that the estimated construction costs of $395 , 000 was at least two years old , and that itvas not expected this would be the amount of the bid . If bids are higher , he indicated there were possibilities for obtaining additional funds , and mentioned that in the Legislative Committee report for the forthcoming Council agenda , there was a discussion of a bill which would provide from State funds up to $ 50 , 000 per project , or 50% of cost , whichever was less , for grant assistance for development of facilities of this kind , provided that indaded were facilities for child care . If that bill passes , City would make application , in the event bid goes over $395 , 000 . He mentioned there were other possible sources for funds . Public Works . There was brief discussion concerning streets proposed to be resurfaced . Parks and Recreation . Councilman Rhodes suggested that position be created for a part-time person to take care of problems of senior citizens at $1 , 680 per year . Mayor Keckley advised that he had information that this kind of subject can be funded by contributions of the State . Assistant City Manager advised that through the State Commission on Aging, there were funds for Senior Citizens Coordinator-Advisor in grants , on a three -year declining basis , with the idea that the city will pick the project up after the third year . $1 , 680 is the maximum the person can earn while on Social Security . Following some discussion, Councilman Rhodes moved that staff be instructed to apply for 3 -year grant and budget whatever is necessary to supplement the grant , to employ a person to be Senior Citizens Advisor , and to include space for operation, seconded by Councilman Norris and carried . Vice-Mayor Henderson recalled a letter from Mr . de la Rc cha to former Mayor Bury , expressing concern regarding maintenance and condition of equip - ment , and lack of recreational program at playground near Willow Street Apartments . Former Mayor had written a response . It was indicated by staff that the complaints had been taken care of . Park Maintenance , Councilman Norris inquired with regard to street tree maintenance whether consideration had been given to what impact the Heritage Tree program will have . City Manager advised that this program would be broader than the street tree program and would not be entirely the City ' s responsibility , but would involve private responsibility , also . Councilman Leipzig mentioned a complaint concerning maintenance of the baseball diamond 5- 13 -72 Adj . Reg . Mtg . Budget