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Councils' last spoken votes were: Aguirre - Bailey, Bain — Breaux, Hartnett- Breaux , Ira — Simon, Pierce- Breaux, Howard — Britschgi, Foust - Simon Minute Order 08-088 Mayor Foust thanked all the applicants for their dedication. She also recognized all thosel who participated in the process, since there are always more applicants than positions. B. First Study Session — Capital Improvement Program budget for Fiscal Years 2008/2009 and 2009/2010 Peter Vorametsanti, P.E. Supervising Engineer, spoke about the history, projects and the funds. He stated Council's leadership and fiscal stability are part of the reason why the Capital Improvement Program is successful. He then gave his presentation (on file). Council spoke about the feasibility study for the Wellness Center and replacement of same, and budget items in the future such as for election costs for the charter amendment if it passes. Council asked where the fire tower would be located and was told the selection has not been made yet. Steve Cavalier, Battalion Chief of the Fire Department, reported on the project of the new tower he gave locations. Council asked about sidewalk repairs. Mr. Gibbons, with Public Works, provided details on the sidewalk repair project. Council members also asked about the Main to Jefferson Middlefield Road improvements, and were told by Mr. Vorametsanti that this involved under-grounding utilities, and that a feasibility study for this is included in the budget. Council added that this was discussion of some of the big ticket items that require a lot of Council consideration. Council asked questions about various projects such as the bleacher project at Hawes Park and whether it would make it in 2009-10, and was told it is in the works with many considerations including resurFacing of the playfield at this location. The levy FEMA compliance issue and costs was also discussed, and was told the funding is for the startup, operating and maintenance of the levy so the City is in compliance. Vice Mayor Howard also asked what is happening with the Bradford project and Council members asked about conversion of Kaiser lot and would this happen sooner or later. Pat Webb, Housing Coordinator, spoke on the status of Bradford housing in wanting a "clean site" before they moving to the Request For Proposal phase. She stated the Kaiser piece would require further talks with Kaiser. Council asked about the Hoover Field replacement and also asked for further context on improvements upcoming, other than just the resources and monies needed, and whether they could include opportunities on Main Street. Mr. Vorametsanti commented on the deterioration of the field and the need for replacement and the previous manufacturer's warranty on the site. Council asked questions about the archway and parking, the use statistics for Hoover field and the Park Feasibility Study. JOINT CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING MAY 12, 2008 MINUTES PAGE 12 MINUTE BOOK NO. 62 Page No. 93