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Forecast Update <br />Robert Cortez reviewed the Revised Forecast handout which shows an increase <br />in revenues and a positive economic recovery based on current service levels. <br />City Manager David Cavazos thanked councilmembers for tough decisions <br />made to help city through difficult time and thanked Francisco Gutierrez & <br />Robert Cortez for all their efforts. Initial forecast was seen as negative; now <br />update shows what we're able to achieve. The revised forecast is emphasized <br />as a conservative forecast. <br />It was suggested that a comparison of old vs. new assumptions /changes could <br />be created for review. Information could be shared with council members and <br />bargaining units. There could possibly be a press release to share with public in <br />addition to employees. <br />Councilmember Martinez inquired on when second water study would happen. <br />The Public Works Agency is currently updating the water study. <br />Actions Items for January 21St <br />a. UUT (Utility Users Tax) is one our top revenue sources that needs to be <br />modernized to protect and ensure ongoing receipt of UUT revenue and conform <br />to all Federal and State legislation. RFCA and Utility Users Tax Briefing Memo <br />provided for reference. <br />b. Financial Advisory Services — RFP responses were evaluated. Firms selected <br />will assist the City in identifying refinance opportunities. Savings generated will <br />cover cost of advisory services. RFCA and Summary of City Long -Term Debt <br />Obligations provided for reference. <br />c. Wireless Technology (Mobility Initiative) to improve Wi -Fi structure within City <br />facilities, excluding Police building which will be included in next phase. RFCA, <br />Wireless Mobility Initiative, and Scope of Work Themes & Parameters provided <br />for reference. <br />4. I.T. Projects Update <br />a. Smart Rooms — There are three categories of options with varying features for <br />review with intent to not overbuild. Councilmember Martinez expressed a desire <br />to have video conferencing and telephone conference capabilities in council <br />conference room. Smart Room Conference Options handout provided for <br />reference. <br />b. I.T. Assessment and Consultant Renewal — 2013 Annual Computing <br />Inventory spreadsheets provided as an overview of where we're at. Staff will <br />develop RFP to meet City Strategic Plan goals. However a 6 month renewal <br />of current vendor(s) will be executed to meet City needs until RFP is <br />finalized. Handout provided of Information Services Current Projects for <br />reference. <br />January 13, 2014 1 Finance, Economic Development, & Technology Minutes <br />