Issue for July 2001

We have received a proposal from Strand and Associates regarding providing more detailed plans which would be prepared to help the Council make a decision regarding the upgrade of the Fire Department facilities. The previous study determined that larger facilities were need and gave several rough concepts for meeting the Departments future needs but failed to provide enough information to make the Council feel comfortable deciding which option to choose. I asked Strand to prepare a proposal that would provide the information needed to assist with that decision. The Council may want to have a study session or a regular meeting agenda item with the representatives of Strand and the Fire Chief and Deputy Chief to discuss the proposal.