City Council Minutes 2015 10 13 SP

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City Council Meeting Minutes October 13, 2015 Page 14 of 18 Mayor Muckle would like to see funding available for education and training for the Ranger. Parks and Recreation Director Stevens reported there had been job shadowing in neighboring communities with similar positions. The Open Space Advisory Board (OSAB) has championed an outreach and education piece for the Ranger. Council member Stolzmann was concerned about the continuing discussion of the ranger providing education in the schools when three Council members had stated they wanted the ranger to be actively engaged in maintenance, enforcement and education through talking to people on the trails. Mayor Muckle felt everyone supported a clearer role on enforcement, but had not heard objection to his assertion there was still value in the educational part of the job. Council member Stolzmann felt the Ranger would be educating by being in the field and there is plenty for the Ranger to do in the field. Council member Leh asked if Council member Stolzmann didn't want the Ranger going to any schools. Council member Stolzmann thought it was okay on occasion, but working in the field should be the main focus. Parks and Recreation Director Stevens noted the education is only one element of the job. Council member Loo thought this was a message to staff to note educational items should be just a small part; clarify the Ranger should perform Ranger duties. Mayor Muckle clarified the Ranger could be on the ground most of the time and be creative about including educational and other activities. Council member Lipton noted this was the first year. The Ranger was riding trails a lot of the time and the educational piece is a part of the job. He trusted staff to take the suggestions and make the right adjustments. City Manager Intern Mayor Muckle supported the intern position; there will be benefit in terms of communication. Council member Loo felt too much time would be spent getting this intern up to speed about City government. Council member Keany was willing to support the position for one year.