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Page 2 . The Humane Society requested $139, 000 , however appears to be satisfied with the $135 , 000 projected . Councilman Beck requested a breakdown of services rendered by the Human. Society to the County and was advised that this would be sent to her. She also requested that the monthly reports include a breakdown of costs and the section of - the City from which pickups were made. Mrs. Barnard noted that she would follow up with this request . The forms account is up from $1 , 400 to $2 , 000 reflecting a 42% increase which is believed to be needed because of various notice requirements . The equipment rental at $480 . 00 was for the pagers, and the office equipment which is requested at $1 , 600 reflecting a $600 increase or 60% would be for a new typewriter. Mrs . Barnard noted that her department is continuing; to cross-train its' personnel and that she could use 5-6 new inspectors . With the CD funds , the department ' s annual budget is over one million dollars . JUNK VEHICLE FUND - Page 95 This account is requested at $13, 000 reflecting a 1% increase over the current year or an increase of $100. Mr. Vance noted that this account is no longer on the tax rate and operates on its own revenue. Presently the City is "losing its ' shirt" . Cars which are picked up if not claimed are then sold pursuant to State law with the proceeds paying off all storage fees . Presently the cars go for about $40 a vehicle . In response to a question from Councilman Puzzello it was noted that fines from cleanup and mowing go into the General Fund as miss . revenue . Mrs . Barnard noted that two billings are sent before the case is turned over to the legal department . The City is discussing whether such cases should be sent instead to a collection agency. Councilman Puzzello requested an update on this matter. Councilman Braboy noted that the City does clean County owned lots. It was noted that the City bills the County but has not been paid. Councilman Braboy requested an update with regard to the amount of County. owned lots , their locations and the amount billed for the last two years . She noted that the County should be paying part of the burden. It was noted that Code Enforcement has between 22-24 cars and trucks . The Chevettes are averaging 10-12 , 000 miles yearly and are projected to be replaced on a five year basis . Mr. Vance noted that revenue sharing paid for the automobiles last year and some major equipment is proposed in the bond issue. The. City has looked into whether it should tow vehicles themselves . The legal department is concerned about liability and security once the vehicles are towed. Towing is presently done from 8-5. The Committee asked for an update on this matter . UNSAFE BUILDING FUND - Page 96 This fund is requested at $25 , 000 which is the same as the current budget. The Committee requested a report indicating the number of cases referred to the legal department , the dollar amount sought to be collected and