Why weren't the contracts written to include emergency dispatch requirements? I would think you'd have more flexibility with private contractors, since you call all the shots, whereas with unions you call very few. In any case, I know you have a tough job. Good luck.

Forgive me if I missed something, but you have to have either a smart phone or a 2013 car to get internet radio in your car, correct?

Great idea, and I wish you much success!

Kudos to Ashby for playing hardball with these folks. Where are the other council members? In these budget slashing times, why is the city giving money to a sports foundation anyway?

If it's an immeasurable benefit to so many people, those people can manage to pay more. $3.00 for a dance is ridiculously low, as is $450 for camp. Charge higher rates to make it self-supporting. If the recipients value it enough, they will invest.