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244 Council questioned whether it would be possible to submit this data within the next day or two, and concern was expressed whether this would allow sufficient time. City Manager indicated that, barring the unforeseen, it was the intention to submit final recommendation at the next meeting (June 11th). Councilman Arnett moved to accept the report and recommendation, and to instruct City Manager to proceed as proposed, seconded by Councilman Keckley and carried on roll call vote, Councilman Rhodes voting no. Mr. Whitney Halteman, representative of the San Mateo County Employees Association, questioned whether the Manager's report would encompass recommendations on other departments, as well. It was explained the intent of the motion was with reference to Department of Public Works, and that other recommendations had been made, in addition to which there will be further Executive Sessions to discuss personnel matters. It was also indicated that in the review of the budget, the understanding has been that personnel matters are to be considered separately. Third Budget study began with consideration of Acct. 465 (Equipment Services) - No changes recommended. Acct. 468 (Equipment Replacement Services) - Budget request for one Fire Engine ($55,000) was questioned, and earlier approval of 2 Engines discussed, It was felt by Councilman Arnett that in view of indication one engine was intended to serve Redwood Shores area, and considering present status of that project, this item should be deleted, Auditor -Accountant responded the equipment was intended for replacement, two engines in present use being so dilapidated they will soon have to be taken out of service. It was noted also that lead time for delivery is approximately eighteen months, City Manager added that the requested equipment is to replace Engine No. 6 at the Main Station, It was also noted the two engines previously approved have been on order only three months, with delivery a year away, Councilman Henderson agreed that the item should be excluded from the budget. City Manager responded to Councilman Rhodes' question whether Belmont Fire Protection Service would cover Redwood Shores for additional year, advising contract will continue to be offered, and the cost is relatively insignificant. Their equipment makes first response, with back-up by our City's forces, who, once they are on the scene, take over.