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Director Hutton asked for consideration to allocate the cost of the automotive shops out to the individual users. This division does not produce revenue or expense within their own operation. Currently, there are three positions frozen out of a total of six. The costs of the division are generated by the repairs to the rolling stock of other departments. Councilmember Sandoval said over the course of time, Council has monitored the material warrants to local vendors. Are we sure we are getting the best value for our dollars to local vendors as opposed to going directly to the distributor. Mr. Partain replied the City cannot deal directly with the vendor warehouses. The City would have to establish itself under certain state guidelines. Presently, it is not known if the City Stores is capable of doing that. Mr. Partain expressed his concern at the shortage of manpower in his division. He explained that currently only half of the six positions are filled. It is impossible to comply with the 90 day major inspection process of 340 pieces of rolling stock that is mandated by the California BIT Program. With the Green Waste Program utilizing the sanitation trucks, there are no sanitation trucks that can be used as backup. With only three mechanics it will not be possible to comply with any CHP citations and the auto shops will have to be locked up. Discussion followed with regard to looking into cutting out the middle man in securing parts and obtaining a resale number. Mayor Gonzales stated that in his opinion a non-profit organization cannot obtain a resale number from the Board of Equalization. Mayor Gonzales stated in lieu of a resale number, he would recommend that the City Manager and staff look at negotiating with the parts warehouses for parts and supplies. City Manager Martinez replied this can be done. Buildinq Maintenance Director Hutton reported this division's costs are allocated to the departments. Councilmember Rios inquired about the Safety Equipment cost. What kind of safety equipment is needed in this division. Superintendent Ruiz replied this account covers the cost of gloves, back belts and safety glasses. It also covers the installation and maintenance of the fire extinguishers. Finance Director Chamberlain stated the amount for the fire extinguishers will be moved out of this account. Councilmember Beltran asked about the vehicle expense. How many vehicles are utilized? Director Hutton replied there are two trucks and two cars. Councilmember Beltran asked about the van. What department is that in. Director Hutton stated it had been purchased from the City Council budget; however, it is under the City Clerk's budget at the present time. C