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1 i Personnel and Finance Committee September 8, 1992 Page 3 Council Member Washington complimented Mr.Douglas for bringing the backlog down and voiced support of having a 180 day turn around for such cases. Council Member Coleman noted that in 1991 the city approved a$20,000.00 appropriation to assist in the backlog which was utilized to hire paralegals and temporary staff. 6. Economic Development. Mr. Jon Hunt, Cathy Baumgarter, Beth Lenord, and Ann Kolata then joined the Committee to review the proposed budget set forth on page 1- 68 in the amount of$541,237.00 Mr. Hunt reviewed the numerous handouts provided to the Committee along with Beth Lenord(copy attached). Mr. Hunt noted that he is requesting the amount of $527,001.00 instead of $541,237.00 as listed in the proposed budget. Mr. Hunt noted the CDBG was as high as four million dollars but is currently running at approximately 2.9 million dollars with the exact amount not being known until January of next year. The department is requesting two new positions and reflects changes and costs being cost-centered. It was also noted that a building maintenance line item of$12,000.00 is necessary for the installation of a ramp and bathroom renovation for ADA clients. Mr. Hunt then reviewed the proposed 19.2 million dollar overall budget for 1993. Mr. Hunt noted that the two main priorities needs include supporting the neighborhood planning effort and to meet redevelopment needs. He noted that he has the same staff as 1982 but there have been several additional projects. Council Member Zakrewski questioned the $18,800.00 line item for legal services which reflects a $3,000.00 increase for next year. Ann Kolata noted that it is primarily used for outside council. She noted the Jenny Pitts-Manier is the attorney for the Commission and the Dick Nussbaum is the attorney for the Authority. In response to a question raised by Council Member Kelly, it was noted that the Wayne Street garage has a 20 year payoff. In response to a question raised by Council Member Slavinskas,it was noted that there is a three day draw down policy on federal monies. In response to a question raised by Council Member Zakrewski, it was noted that the miscellaneous line item of $18, 939.00 is used for appraisals, surveys, title work, and environmental audits. It was also noted that $39,900.00 is requested for office equipment with regard to computer related upgrades. The department has a five year replacement program and they will need new computer equipment for the two new positions. Council Member Puzzello reminded all Council Members present that next Tuesday, September 15, 1992, at 3:30 p.m. will be an important meeting on the budget. It is anticipated that specific amendments will be discussed at that time.