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COUNCIL BUDGET WORK SESSION <br />OCTOBER 13, 1993 <br />Mayor Reinert felt that if a technician is hired, Mr. Volk would <br />not be needed in the field and can return to his intended <br />position of directing the Public Works Department. Mr. Volk <br />explained that there are technicians in the field full-time right <br />now. However, they are employed by TKDA and SEH. Mr. Volk asked <br />if it is intended to hire one technician to replace the two that <br />are already in the field? How can one technician take the place <br />of two technicians and also do the work that Mr. Volk is now <br />doing in the field. <br />Mr. Volk explained that another person is needed in Public Works <br />or services will have to be reduced. There is a need for <br />additional equipment and additional personnel. Mayor Reinert <br />asked that each department make a projection of their department <br />personnel and equipment needs for the next five to ten years. <br />A seasonal employee was requested to work as the "oil filter <br />person". This employee would be funded through the waste <br />abatement program. <br />A forestry intern person was also requested. Mr. Volk explained <br />that there is a funding source for this person. <br />Mr. Schumacher asked the City Council to let him know what their <br />priorities are and what positions they want to see filled. <br />EQUIPMENT <br />Engineering - Mr. Schumacher identified equipment needed by the <br />Engineering Department for the new technician position. Mayor <br />Reinert asked how a technician position would reduce consulting <br />costs for the City. Mr. Schumacher explained and noted that <br />costs would also be reduced for the developer. Mayor Reinert <br />asked that Mr. Schneider calculate the cost advantages of two (2) <br />staff persons as opposed to the cost of consultant fees. He said <br />that the City should be able to explain the advantages of the (2) <br />two employees as opposed to consultant fees. <br />Council Member Bergeson said he would like to see an outline of <br />the revenue side of the 1994 General Fund Operating Budget. <br />Staff was asked to prepare projections to justify the addition of <br />all the new positions. <br />Mayor Reinert asked that Chief Pecchia prepare a plan far' all <br />police vehicles and outline the rotation pattern. <br />Council Member Bergeson asked that the Council be updated on how <br />PAGE 4 <br />1 <br />1 <br />1 <br />