Committee reviewed the report and discussed the overall departmental operating expenses, specifically with respect to the Cardinal arena building repairs and maintenance. Members noted that repairs were made to the boiler and other areas within the arena. It was noted that the additional repairs are as a result of the increased use of the arena. Members commented on the additional repairs to recreation and public works vehicles and noted that the service delivery review indicated that a fleet and fuel management system is needed. There was consensus from Committee that a report with respect to the Cardinal arena building repairs be prepared for a future meeting.
Members commented on the Cardinal arena building repairs line item. It was noted that the item also includes building maintenance such as snow removal and cleaning supplies. There was consensus from Committee to have the Cardinal arena building repairs line item be further broken down to identify the contributing factors within the building repairs.
Members commented on the amount of repairs done at the Cardinal arena and those needed at the Cardinal pool. Members suggested that Committee should ensure that the Cardinal pool repairs funding is committed for 2021, specifically with respect to the pool filtration system, to avoid additional issues that may result in a complete replacement of the system.
Committee debated if the canteen line item should be broken down for each canteen, similar to the building repairs. Members debated whether or not creating additional inventory stock transfer work for staff would result in any increased efficiencies. It was noted that supplies are transferred from one canteen to another based on available resources required and the time of year. There was a detailed discussion with respect to if the canteens should be operated as a service to the public and to provide employment to students or operated as a business to make a profit and increase the line item revenue. It was noted that the staff currently have inventory controls in place to avoid stock loss. It was noted that Committee did not reach consensus with respect to having the canteen line item broken down further.