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Personnel and Finance Committee August 17, 1993 Page 2 Councilmember Puzzello also suggested looking into using County jail inmates since programs in Columbus, Georgia and throughout the South are regularly used efficiently. Mr. Horton stated that the Park Department would be in need of additional personnel and that programs should be looked into especially with regard to supervision of such individuals. Councilmember Coleman asked several questions regarding hydrant rental fees. It was noted that $158,000 is the past due amount of the $577,127, which is required to be paid pursuant to the directive of the Public Service Commission. Council President Luecke noted that the new state law permits the City Council to pass an ordinance whereby the rate payer would pay such rental fees. Mr. Horton noted that such a fee would realize approximately one- half million dollars. Mr. Lescycnski noted that the fee is based on the size of the meter with 5/8" being $.82 per month. There are 34,000 5/8" meters in the city. A 2" meter would be $2.15 per month. He added that all new homes have 1" meters. The Council Attorney noted that the City of Indianapolis passed such an ordinance in July. Mr. Horton stated it was worth looking into. The Council Attorney requested the City Engineering to send his recommendations to Councilmember Puzzello on any fees which may be appropriate for his department, such as preparation of vacation of public way maps, preparation of legal descriptions, etc. Central Services: 1994 Proposed:$ 1398.761 Kelly Pickett then reviewed the proposed budget. Most of the purchasing was done through the Controller's office up until April of 1992. The Central Purchasing Review Committee oversees policies for purchasing. Currently they are looking as minority vendors. Councilmember Duda inquired into recycled materials. These are being considered.