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April 10, 2012 Page 3 of 5 6. Acceptance of donation to the Public Safety Department from Francis R LeClair. Report No. 12-081. Resolution No. 12-029. 8. Consideration of 7. Consideration of Application for Temporary Liquor License—Benedictine Health Center at Resolution Accepting dy for InnsbruckPro posedd Project rj Report No. 12-082. Pepose ect124, Bicentennial Pond 8. Consideration of Resolution Accepting Feasibility Study for Proposed Project 12-4, Taxation District Bicentennial Pond Taxation District. Report No. 12-083. Resolution No. 12-030. ReportNo.12-083. ResolutionNo.12-830. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen,seconded by Councilmember Burg to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Discussion related to Item Number 6: Councilmember Bauman recognized Francis R.LeClair for her$1,000 donation to the Public Safety Department. 5 Ayes,0 Nays-Motion Carried Public Hearing Public Hearing None None Council Business Council Business 1. Consideration of Increase in Firefighter Relief Association Benefit Level. 1. Consideration of Report No. 12-084. Resolution No. 12-031. Increase in Firefighter Relief Association Benefit Level. City Manager Lotter reported that on an annual basis, the Mayor, City Manager, and the New Report No. 12-084. Brighton Firefighters' Relief Association meet to discuss the appropriate retirement benefit Resolution No. 12-031 level for Firefighters. Director of Public Safety Bob Jacobson gave an overview of the New Brighton Fire Department; explaining that the City utilizes a paid on call firefighter model; providing a more efficient department. Deputy Director Paetznick explained that the fund continues to be well funded. Deputy Director Paetznick reported that the primary sources of revenue for relief associations are fire state aid(approximately $82,000), municipal contributions (approximately $46,000), and investment earnings. Councilmember Bauman expressed concern with the City continuing to increase their contribution during the current economic climate. Councilmember Bauman stated that she supports the work of the firefighters and is appreciative of their work. The question was asked regarding the number of members. Director Jacobson stated that currently there are 39-40 paid on-call firefighters. It was noted that not all are vested in the program. Councilmember Bauman questioned the process for determining the number of firefighters necessary. Deputy Director Paetznick reported that due to pending future retirements, the number of staff was increased. Also noted was that with a volunteer paid on-call model, average show up is 21 firefighters per call. Director Jacobson reported that the annual payroll is under$200,000 for firefighters, a substantial savings in comparison to other agencies. Director Jacobson reported that the goal is to maintain a stable retirement fund, and continue with excellent communication with the Mayor and City Manager.